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Things you don’t expect to find on your gumboots

Things you don’t expect to find on your gumboots… biggest stick insect I’ve seen to date.

Stick insect on gumboot — Stick insect

Stick insect on Tatjana's hand — Stick insect

Rescue or resident ducks?

December 8, 2019 No Comments

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.

Closeup view of a frizzle hen sitting in a wooden nisting box

Cuckoo style eggs

November 27, 2019 No Comments

Contrary to Honky, our frizzle hen Fluffy has been broody for several weeks and been sitting on no eggs – chicken brains are funny. So we decided we give it a go and shoved the three duck eggs under her. She’s been a happy chicken now for two weeks and very protective on top.

4 Mellard ducks plus male and femals Paradise duck in the paddock next to a concrete water trough

Ducks teaming up

November 26, 2019 No Comments

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.

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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

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

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