Homestay Whangarei, New Zealand

5.0
(19 reviews)19

Join our small family and help us grow our little garden

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Connect with nature
18 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Learn about sustainability
16 travelers learned about sustainability working with this host

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What you offer

20h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Kitchen Hand
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Private Room
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Breakfast
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Support
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Availability

Oct
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Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
3 weeks

The Experience

We are a French family having settled on a small rural property. We have hundreds of projects... and a 3-year-old toddler. We are looking for hosts able to help with random tasks: house cleaning, garden maintenance, kid entertainment, decoration, building, cooking... it varies with seasons and needs. Most importantly, we are willing to have you feel part of the family, know more about you and your culture.

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Requirements

  • Beginner English or Beginner French
  • Between 18 and 40 years old
  • Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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19 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 18 Get in touch with nature
  • 16 Learning about sustainability
  • 13 Developing environmental awareness
  • 11 Meeting locals
  • 7 Practicing English
  • 5 Immersing in the local culture

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 16 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 6 13. Climate action
  • 4 14. Life below water
Livia

Switzerland

5

Had a great time at Agathe&Clement's place. Immediately felt welcomed and respected. The accommodation (private bedroom and bathroom) were way more than I expected and the given tasks where well explained. I had to do gardening most of the time (good weather), some housekeeping (bad weather) and occasionally took care of Basile. Agathe is very caring, understanding and patient with the tasks and work around the house. She's also super supportive. Clement is very talkative and super friendly and Basile is a lovely little whirlwind. I miss spending time with him. Thank you for everything!

6 months ago

Sydney

United States

5

I loved my stay with Agathe, Clement and little Basile! I felt like part of the family right away. The work was very clear and explained well. Spending time with Basile was so much fun, he is such a cute kid. There was also plenty of time to explore the local towns which was great! The accommodation was very cozy and having meals together made me miss home a little less. I loved having dinners together as a family, thank y’all so much for all the hospitality!

8 months ago

Hannah

Germany

5

Staying with Agathe, Basile and Clement was one of the best experiences I had during my travels in New Zealand so far! They are amazing, made me feel very welcome and included me as part of the family. The hours were really flexible and the work was mostly easy. I had the chance to celebrate my Christmas abroad with them and it was really nice. Not just learning about the Kiwi lifestyle, but also about the French culture. I can highly recommend staying with them as long as you are patient with a toddler and can adapt to their life:)

9 months ago

Luisa

United States

5

I spent one month with Agathe and little Basile, and it was a truly nourishing experience. Most of my tasks were outdoors, and I learnt about composting, gardening, and planting. The food we cooked together for dinner was always healthy and delicious. I had my own room and bathroom, which made the stay comfortable and private. The breathtaking sunrises and sunsets from the room were magical. Agathe is a kind and generous host, and Basile is a joy to be around. I would recommend this experience to anyone seeking meaningful cultural exchange and sustainable living. Thanks again for hosting me!😊

10 months ago

Harper

United States

5

I was with agathe and clement (and little basile) for a month and it was wonderful! Very nice room to stay in with personal bathroom, and the couple is very nice. I did a lot of outside work, building gardens and some landscaping, occasionally feeding the pet cows. Their house is also close to the town square maybe 5 minute walk. Sometimes I cooked sometimes they did but we always had dinner together and all in all it was a relaxing experience.

about 1 year ago

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Hosted by Agathe Clement and little Basile

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