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Introduction
Describe your property and the projects you need help with. The character limit helps it to fit on mobile devices and the printed book.   /2000
Small hold acreage with garden rooms of various types, fruit trees, vege beds, native tree areas and traditional garden areas. Small glasshouse for propagation and growing. Using no-dig, permaculture and organic principles. Off grid with solar & battery. Very old fruit & nut tree area, a couple of alpacas roaming about too. A small family friendly dog and cat.
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Number of people that can be accommodated
How many people can you accommodate at one time?
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A single person.
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Preferred minimum stay
Some hosts like to have a minimum stay so the volunteer has time to settle in a learn the routines and rhythms of your property
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One week
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Preferred length of stay
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Two weeks
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Accommodation
Describe the accommodation volunteers will stay in.
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A private bedroom is comfortably set with a cosy queen bed and there is a seperate bathroom. This is a Heritage NZ listed villa house that is 120 years old. The Coach House building is of the same age as the villa.
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Organic Principles
Describe the organic and sustainable aspects of your property.
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Traditional organic approaches, composting, no spray, nettle tea, comfrey tea, permaculture principles, seed harvesting and sowing, no dig principles etc are all part of the fabric of the gardens.
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Able to accommodate children
Children
Diet
Describe the types of diets that you have in your home.
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You will enjoy healthy big portions of a variety of food and meals. I focus on healthy wholesome meals ranging from meat based and vegetarian dishes. Seasonal produce from the gardens is incorporated into meals whenever possible.
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Vegetarian? - No
Property size
How many hectares is your property?
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.75
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Hours
How many hours a day do volunteers usually do?
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Up to 5 hours (approx) doing jobs and things at the Coach House Garden Rooms. The hours each day fluctuate depending on seasonal needs and weather conditions. Additional time may be to help me with the meal prep and cleaning up.
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Special instructions
Add any special instructions that volunteers need to know.
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No smoking or vaping. This is a peaceful home and property with good vibes.
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Skills
Detail any skills you would like Volunteers to have?
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Carpentry/Building
Propagation
Pruning
Fencing
Mechanical
Conservation
Gardening
DIY/Maintenance
Engineering
Water Care
Animal Care
Landscaping
Equestrian
Dairy
Agriculture
Bee Keeping
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