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Ashburton
Rivers, a rural lifestyle and the beauty of Canterbury make Ashburton a great town to live in.
Canterbury
Canterbury is a magnificent region of epic landscapes, with mountains, lakes, rivers and plains, not to mention the city of Christchurch. A must see destination for many is the Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park. If you want to view New Zealand’s longest glacier, you can view the Haupapa/Tasman Glacier in the park too. And for those who like a challenging walk, Arthur’s Pass National Park is the place to be. Don’t worry though if you prefer to be in a city as the Garden City of Christchurch has much to offer, with restaurants and bars in the Salt District, plus the Christchurch Art Gallery, and a lot, lot more.
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Hi there, a trusty worth honest human, looking to leave a lighter tread on the p…
Hi there, a trusty worth honest human, looking to leave a lighter tread on the planet. I work from home and supposed to be travelling around the world teaching yoga right now but covid has changed a lot. To create my best work I like to be able live by myself, get out in nature and explore different areas. I housesat consistently for 2 years around 2014-2016 and am looking forward to doing this again since i am home in New Zealand. I love taking care of your animals, that's all the company I need. I have sat for & have experience with many different animals. Dogs = labradoodle, mini schnauzer, bernese mountain dog, border collie, boston terrier, wolf hound and jack russell, Cats = tabby kitten, burmese, persians, chartruese and more. Also have plenty experience with chickens, some house birds, rabbits and guinea pigs. I haven't had the experience of looking after horses or donkeys yet but I would love to and would love the opportunity. I grew up on a small farm, so all though its been a very long time, I have had some experience with stock and happy to learn if needed. I used to own a great dane, ridgeback cross until I left for overseas travel, so I am very comfortable with large breeds, he now lives with my best friend and her 2 boys where is well exercised, loved and I can see him anytime i'm in my hometown. I have always lived my life with the intention of leaving a profit, if I have the chance to housesit for you I will treat your home with love and respect and will leave it cleaner than I found it. Expect clear communication and reliability.
My name is Vanessa and my partner is Marcel. We have decided to take a break fro…
My name is Vanessa and my partner is Marcel. We have decided to take a break from the routine of full-time employment, to have a new and exciting adventure which involves travelling around New Zealand to enjoy new experiences. We have spent the last three summers looking after the accommodation for a ski club lodge in Queenstown, and outside of this we would like to house sit and get to see new parts of the country. Vanessa grew up in Mount Maunganui and Tauranga but has lived in Otago for the last 15 years. Marcel has lived in Otago all his life. We both love dogs and cats and have had our own pets in the past. However, because of our new lifestyle, we cannot have pets at this stage and we miss having pets around us. Marcel has until recently had Labradors and a couple of cats. Vanessa has recently had both cats and dogs, Chocolate and Vanilla the cats. And Chico was a very much loved Tibetan Spaniel. Vanessa has studied the first year of Vet Nursing at Otago Polytech and gained a Certificate in Animal Care. We both love the outdoors hiking in summer and skiing in winter. We have a self contained caravan which we take with us and live in, between house sits. We own our own property so we are mindful that you expect us to look after your property and pets as if they were our own.
Hi there Our names are Mike (61 years young) and Sandy (Actually young 51). Hi…
Hi there Our names are Mike (61 years young) and Sandy (Actually young 51). Hi I'm Mike and I am a professional musician, I have been involved with the music industry for 45 years here in New Zealand and in Australia. I was brought up on a farm in the Bay of Islands and went to school in Whangarei. Because of my touring lifestyle, pet ownership has not always been possible. However I did have a three legged dog named Pup when I was younger. Pup would ride everywhere with me on my motorbike. She actually toured all over NZ with me. I enjoy all animals, especially dogs and I have done plenty of house and pet sitting for friends over the years. Hi I'm Sandy. I have been working predominantly in the tourism/hospitality industry for the last 10 years. Presently based in the Bay of Islands I am originally from Raglan in the Waikato. I have had a variety of pets as a young child growing up. Cats, rabbits, birds, turtles, dogs and a horse. Most recent was Roxy a mixed breed dog and Dennis a Exotic Persian cat. Both of these passed away due to old age and health issues. We are now traveling NZ and would love to be able to help you out with looking after your house and pets while you are away.
Dear homeowners, We are a couple in our 30's. Born in Europe, Estonia but for …
Dear homeowners, We are a couple in our 30's. Born in Europe, Estonia but for the last 8 years we've lived mainly in between Australia and New Zealand. We have joined the house-sitting family because it gives us a great opportunity to explore different parts of New Zealand while spending time with some amazing animals. Also, it feels good to help out busy homeowners who wish to take a break or holiday without having to worry about their pets and home :) We absolutely love animals and for a while we've wanted to get our own dog but due to our lifestyle it's nearly impossible at this stage. Looking after someone else's pet(s) is the second best thing to owning a dog :) We've done house sitting in New Zealand as well as looked after our friends houses and pets all around the world - dogs, cats, Guinea pigs, rabbits & various avian species (parrots, chicken etc). We also have experience with looking after rescue dogs and think that there is nothing more rewarding than getting some love back from them :) Growing up our families have owned dogs, cats, hamsters, guinea pigs, fish and even frill necked lizard. Looking after animals comes to us naturally, they truly are humans best mates. By choosing us to look after your home and/or extended family members we can assure you that both of them are well looked after. We would treat your home and pets as they were our own. PS: As we both work from home it doesn't really matter whether your home is - in a city, suburban area or even in the outback. As long as you have internet access we are happy to help you out. Hope to hear from you soon, Simon & Marion
Kia ora, My name is Briegé, I am a 24 year old student beginning study in the n…
Kia ora, My name is Briegé, I am a 24 year old student beginning study in the new year. I came across this website and was intrigued about the adventures it could bring, and so I applied! I love living life to the fullest, discovering more of this beautiful country/world we live in and encouraging others to do the same. I have just finished up full time work in Hamilton as a youth worker/coordinator and I have a bit of time up my sleeve so I am looking for options in between study. My hobbies include; heading to the gym/running (I recently just completed my first 1/4 marathon), playing guitar/singing, writing, reading, hiking and enjoying quality time with good people. I have been living with my Grandmother for the past two years, and have been living with friends in between. I have experience with own a dog (Maltese shitzu) and cat. I learn quickly and I am extremely responsible. I am a great time manager and would love a house of my own some day - so this would be great practice! I will respect your rules, keep your house happy, clean and tidy. I assure you I will not disappoint! Thanks for checking out my profile and I hope to hear from you soon! Briegé Koning
Retirement from my work and also being single has created the ability to housesi…
Retirement from my work and also being single has created the ability to housesit. I am a non-smoker, non-drinker, drug-free lady with quiet habits. My father has been a dairy farmer all his long life so I have had a farming childhood and well as many adult holiday trips to the farm. I have had 2 pet cats of my own as well. House sitting experience - 22 completed house sits since May 2017. Cats, dogs and hens. Duration ranging from 3 days to 9 weeks. When I housesit for you, I will keep your pets fed as well as give them love and kindness. I appreciate cleanliness in a home so your house will be treated with respect. Your neighbours will be respected also.