Homestay Clarendon, New Zealand

5.0
(19 reviews)19

Gardening with lake views in Clarendon, New Zealand

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Connect with the locals
16 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Connect with nature
13 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature

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What you offer

5h

Hours per day
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Painting & Decorating
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
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What you get

1

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.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace
Specific space for you to work remotely
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Support
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Availability

Nov
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Stay at least
5 days
Stay up to
10 days

The Experience

We need volunteers to help with some building work. Initiative & ability with basic tools would be great. Also have painting, garden work, weeding etc We have built our new home on a .5hec lifestyle section and there are many other random jobs associated with setting up the property, cleaning inside and out, windows, decks etc depending on the needs of the day. We are happy to pick up from bus stops in Milton or Waihola, or Dunedin airport.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Between 18 and 60 years old
  • Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
  • Be from outside New Zealand
  • Travel insurance

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

  • 16 Meeting locals
  • 13 Get in touch with nature
  • 11 Immersing in the local culture
  • 11 Practicing English
  • 6 Meeting international travelers
  • 2 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 11 3. Good health and well-being
  • 11 15. Life on land
  • 3 6. Clean water and sanitation
Annie

United States

5

Raewyn and David are a wonderful family to stay with! Their house and land is beautiful and the meals are delicious. I had a great time working on their land and helping them get a sleep out ready. They are super welcoming and great at giving advice for your next travels. I'd definitely recommend. Thank you for everything!

4 months ago

Alicia

Spain

5

We had a wonderful experience staying with Raewyn and David at their beautiful house by the home, surrounded by amazing nature and peaceful views. During our stay, we helped with painting and cleaning while restoring their daughter's house, as well as some easy housekeeping tasks at their home. They were always very friendly, welcoming, and helpful, making sure we felt comfortable at all times. Their whole family is warm, kind, and lovely to be around. It was a truly positive experience! I am very grateful for their hospitality and highly recommend it.

6 months ago

David

Spain

5

Our experience with Raewyn and David was fantastic. First we helped out at their daughter's house in Springfield, and then we went to their home near Dunedin. The place is absolutely lovely and the people are so friendly. Raewyn and David were wonderful hosts and treated us like their own children. Their family were also very kind to us. We felt very comfortable throughout our stay. I highly recommend this experience! I would definitely stay there again!

6 months ago

Amy

Germany

5

Raewyn & David were really friendly and great hosts. I was able to gain great experiences, learn more about their lives and the surroundings. Both of them always offered their help and showed a lot of trust. They made me feel like home & always had great recommendations for the area. Thanks again for the time and the most delicious rhubarb muffins!

7 months ago

Isabel

Germany

5

It was an amazing experience! Everybody was so friendly and welcoming! I would totally recommend it!

7 months ago

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