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Danish Academic Family Seeking Furnished Home in Dunedin (Feb-Apr 2027)

Tenant Looking for a Home in Dunedin, Otago Region, New Zealand
Weekly Budget: Maximum NZD $1100

Looking for an Entire Home | Willing to Housesit
Tenant Timing: From February 1, 2027 until April 30, 2027

Description

I am a Danish academic relocating to Dunedin with my family for a 3-month research stay at the University of Otago, and we are looking for a place to call home while staying in Dunedin. I am currently pursuing my PhD, focusing on the human-nature relationship - a topic that makes us incredibly excited to explore New Zealand's landscapes and stunning nature during our stay. My husband, Oliver, is a self-employed designer who runs his own business and will be working remotely during our stay. We have two wonderful children, who will be 2 and 5 years old when we embark on our exchange. They have secured spots at the local Rōpu Tiaki Tamaiti childcare center, and we are really looking forward to becoming part of the local community. Back home in Copenhagen, we own and lovingly maintain a historic house built in 1916. Because we are homeowners ourselves, we deeply understand the care, respect, and attention a house requires. We are respectful, responsible, and we promise to treat your property as if it were our own. While we are open to options, we are hoping to find a home in a child-friendly neighborhood such as Maori Hill, Roslyn, or other green areas close to the University and local parks, giving our children a safe and wonderful base. Since we are organizing our move from Denmark, we are more than happy to jump on a video call to introduce ourselves. We can provide excellent financial, employment, and character references upon request. We look forward to hearing from you and hopefully finding the perfect match! Warm regards, Lene, Oliver, Kamma & Benny

Bedrooms
2

Bathrooms
1

Offices
0

Size
50 m2

Suited For
4

Property Type
House, Apartment or Condo, Studio or Loft, Guest House

Tenant Timing

From February 1, 2027 until April 30, 2027

Estimated Duration

3 Months | My dates are flexible

Comments: We will arrive in Dunedin around the February 1st, and will leave again April 30, at the latest.

Desired Location

Dunedin, Otago Region, New Zealand

Closest University

University of Otago

Comments: Family friendly neighbourhoods such as Maori Hill and Roslyn prefered

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Bike to Campus
  • Near Park

Tenant Budget and Terms

Maximum NZD $1100 Weekly

I am fine with utilities included or not included

I am fine with or without a cleaning service

Considerations

I prefer a home suitable for young kids

I prefer smoking not allowed in the home

I would like a car if possible

Comments: We are considering renting an automatic car.

House Sitting

I am willing to housesit

Yes, I can help with mail and deliveries

Happy to help out.

Yes, I can help with plants or garden

Happy to water and tend the garden - we have a lovely garden at our own home.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Appliances

Stove

Refrigerator

Washer

Comments: We are looking for a family friendly furnished home, a garden or backyard where our kids can play is a big plus! But close proximity to a park is also great.

Tenant Details

Who's Coming?

Party of
4
2 Adults | 2 Children

Member Background

Languages

Danish, English

About Me

I live in Copenhagen with my husband and our two young children. As a family, we highly value responsibility, community, and taking great care of the spaces we inhabit. Professionally, I am currently pursuing my PhD and hold a Master’s degree in Nature Management from the University of Copenhagen. My work features an bridges natural and social sciences, with expertise spanning nature management, spatial planning, and environmental psychology. I am deeply passionate about sustainability and the intricate relationship between humans and nature.

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