Category: Rescue

Rescue or resident ducks?

December 8, 2019
Animals, Ducks, News, Rescue

Over the last couple of weeks several female Mallard ducks have been released back into freedom. The two which we released two weeks ago have turned into a permanent resident feature.

A few times in a row I have now been observing them in the paddock in the morning, making their way up the hill back to the house. Down at the pond or on their way up they must have met our resident paradise ducks.

Buddies for Bludger and Quack

The vet found Daffy in his grandpa feeder for his chickens and Norbert got dropped of at the local vets. We thought we would take them home so they can be friends for our other rescue ducks.

We got a bludger

On Wednesday we got a new friend for the chicks. It is a duckling and is called Bludger. Bludger is a rescue as we got him of someone in the community.

Eggs – the difference and the life of chickens

Fascinating to see the difference in eggs when I put some of ours into the egg carton too. Keep in mind that our chicken are mostly ex-battery hens that once used to produce those cage eggs. They were not considered good and productive enough for the batteries and hence would have been culled if we had not taken them.

New fluff arrivals – more rescues

We had our lovely cat Kahlua with us for about 12 years, maybe a bit less however after such a long time you lose count - it feels like forever though. You get the idea. After she passed away and we were grieving for some time, we felt the urge to fill the void.

Two more rescues

Two more rescues are becoming part of the family. They came with infected claws and paws and one was missing part of the tail. Now they are all fine again and quirky as.

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Exceptional

We loved the location, it was close to Auckland, the airport and many things to do close by. The property itself was gorgeous with beautiful views and some friendly animals. Hosts Tatjana and Ingo were also very friendly and went to every effort to make us feel welcome and comfortable.

Shannon | November 19, 2019

Beautiful location. Very comfortable and well appointed. Friendly owners and delightful local activities and food options.

Verified Wotif guest review | October 12, 2019

Toller Service

Tatjana is a perfect host. Good communication in advance and she arranged a superb dinner at a winery nearby. Even drove me there, so that I could drink some wine. Great room, scenic view. Personally I would be happy to see a large sign at the entry gate.

Stefan | September 18, 2019

A family run farm that are so helpful and welcoming. We became part of the family for our stay here. Lovely hosts in a beautiful part of the world.

Gary | September 13, 2019

Enjoyed every minute : )

Travelled to Waimauku from Auckland (approx. 40 mins away) to escape the City for a couple of days & enjoyed every minute of our Stay. Special Thanks to our wonderful hosts. My Daughter loved spending time with the farmstay family & her friend, with many animals to visit & feed while enjoying

Carol and Bruce H | July 22, 2019

Beautiful farm, gorgeous friendly animals. The family are great hosts. Rooms are clean, comfortable and spacious. A quiet getaway with plenty to do in the area. Highly recommend!

Kati Hickey | May 19, 2019

Top notch spot.Our hostess was amazing and nothing was a problem. Would recommend to anyone.

Allan | May 6, 2019

Great spot away from the city in a friendly B&B, great Light Breakfast with the owners who can provide useful local knowledge of things to do and where to eat.

Verified traveller | April 15, 2019

Category: Rescue

Rescue or resident ducks?

Ducks teaming up

Buddies for Bludger and Quack

We got a bludger

Eggs – the difference and the life of chickens

New fluff arrivals – more rescues

Two more rescues

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