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Botany Downs
The Auckland suburb of Botany Downs is well placed for getting away from Auckland and also going into the CBD. It has a huge shopping mall too.
East Auckland
East Auckland has heritage and new buildings, with the Howick Historical Village being a great visitor attraction.
The suburbs of Panmure, Pakuranga and Mount Wellington are popular suburbs for housing and also commerce. For people keen to go shopping, Botany Town Centre has a huge shopping mall with shops for every taste, and plenty of food options too. And if you prefer to stay outside, dog walkers will love the many public reserves in East Auckland.
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Hi Everyone, My name is Trish I am an outgoing friendly mature female. I was bo…
Hi Everyone, My name is Trish I am an outgoing friendly mature female. I was born in Taupo, NZ, having spent most of my life living in Auckland with a couple of years here and there living in Western Australia and Melbourne. Since 2010 I have been studying part-time and working full-time, my goal in doing this is to progress towards a complete career change which I am slowly working towards. I love visiting people's homes, I am always fascinated by the architecture & design of a home, and the many varied ways of furnishing a home. When I look back on my life I realise that I have been a house sitter for quite a number of years dating back to when I was around 19, along with one of my best friends we looked after a house for an older married couple with children and pets that we knew that had gone away for a couple of days. I have had nothing but great experiences with past house sitting and looking after pets, children and occasionally the elderly as well. I grew up with 2 cats, a dog and goldfish, this experience has enriched my life in some many ways. I love pets having had cats and dogs of my own in the past. I am fairly quiet and I work regular hours in the CBD. Being quite a private person myself I am very respectful of people's privacy and belongings and therefore I would treat your pets and your home with the utmost respect. I appreciate the time you took in reading this, have a wonderful day. Kind Regards Trish
Hey! My name is Csaba Koszo. I'm easy-going, married Hungarian man in my 40s wi…
Hey! My name is Csaba Koszo. I'm easy-going, married Hungarian man in my 40s with a sense of humor, like a diversified life. I grew up in the town, but we had own farm close to our house. I love animals, mainly mammals and I love houses too, because this is my trade: doing renovations, decking etc. as a self-employer. If something goes wrong with the house, I know what I can do. And I have another business, which works through the Internet. I have been living in Auckland for 7,5 years and I did housesitting 14 times here in NZ (13 times include animals: dogs, cat, bird, fishes). We are Christians, got married in June 2019 and my wife moved to NZ also. Hey! My name is Masha (Maria officially). I was born and grew up in Russia, but now I`m living in New Zealand with my husband. I`m a doctor (surgeon and medical sonographer) and now I am looking forward to confirming my diplomas here in NZ. I love animals, we had two cats at home, while I was growing up. Our common hobbies: many different types of sports, playing with pets, reading and travelling. We are looking forward with anticipation to meet you and your little family members. Greetings :) Csaba and Masha
I am a 40 year-old professional, single woman, well-traveled, multilingual. I h…
I am a 40 year-old professional, single woman, well-traveled, multilingual. I have been in NZ for 14 years (I am an NZ citizen) and would love to own my house one day but we all know how hard it is to get into the housing market at the moment so I thought house sitting would be a great opportunity to both save money towards buying a house, get to experience living in various areas of Auckland and have the company of pets I would love to have myself, but can not afford at the moment (very hard to have pets when renting). I love animals, I grew up with animals and house pets (from sheep, cows, pigs and poultry to rabbits), we always had dogs and cats so I am very familiar to looking after almost any animal and enjoy their company very much. Personally, I am independent, mature, honest and responsible, highly organized, very clean and tidy, respectful and resourceful and can live out of a suitcase :) I am highly active and walking/running the dogs would not be a chore :) I grew up in a house, then owned an apartment, so I am familiar with looking after a house/garden/plants and animals. Please have a look through my references and feel free to call the referees who will be more than happy to provide you with more information about my character and skills as house sitter/pet minder. I would love to meet you and your pets and hope that you will consider me as your house sitter.
Hello there! My name is Pia Bacino, 29 year old female, lover of the simple an…
Hello there! My name is Pia Bacino, 29 year old female, lover of the simple and meaningful things in life! I am a full time photographer - weddings over the summer and photographer for businesses in the winter. It's a joy to live a flexible life and be able to house sit for people all across New Zealand. I’ve been house sitting a little over a year now and have had the pleasure of taking care of large and small dogs, cats, horses, sheep and cows. I have loved every single home and enjoyed meeting new owners and falling in love with furry friends... and taking photos of them. During the week, I am found editing and planning new weddings from home or from cafes. On weekends, if I am not shooting, I enjoy hiking, grabbing coffee with a friend or attending creative pottery classes. I am down to earth, relational, tidy and creative. I do not smoke or drink and enjoy rather relaxing, reading, writing, playing guitar, playing board games and walking. I take owners trust seriously and always strive to keep owners in the loop at all times by providing photos and updates. I would LOVE to meet you and connect with you, hear your story and know what is important to you. Above all, I want you to feel reassured that your home and furry friends are safe, comfortable and being loved on. I look forward to hearing from you! Pia
My name is Rodney and after many years of business ownership and a busy lifestyl…
My name is Rodney and after many years of business ownership and a busy lifestyle, it's time for me to settle down and enjoy all the wonderful things semi retired life has to offer me. I am a single gentleman who has had the opportunity to do some house sitting for several familys both here and overseas. I have begun to enjoy this experience, having the freedom to travel and explore different areas of our country and the islands with all the home comforts and without the accomodation bills! I have always owned and loved the company of pets however at my age having the full time responsibility of pet ownership is a lot to take on, house sitting gives me the opportunity to enjoy the comfort of a furry friend, and keeps them happy and active while their owners are away! I have had cats and dogs in the city and also spent a lot of time on a farm taking care of stock so I am comfortable with animals of all shapes, sizes and energy levels! At home I enjoy gardening and have always taken great pride in my properties, I love to cook and I keep a very tidy household and you will know that when I am looking after your home, I will treat it with respect. Your pets, property and plants will be well taken care of as if they were my own. I hope you think of me for your next house sitting opportunity, please feel free to look at my references and I hope to have the privilege of taking care of your property and pets in future!
I am a gypsy by heart - happy to live out of a suitcase and explore my own backy…
I am a gypsy by heart - happy to live out of a suitcase and explore my own backyard (since the world is shut off). I am an animal lover so much so I am even vegan. I love the outdoors and going for walks/ hikes in my spare time. I started house sitting about 5 years ago for various friends and friends of friends who had heard about me. My presence has made angry cats learn how to love. I have looked after cats (up to 6 at a time ) & dogs in the past so I am very experienced when it comes to being around animals. As well as this, other experiences include catering to large quantities of animals. An example of this is when I volunteer at a cat rescue whenever I am in Auckland. If I were chosen as your house sitter, you would find your home cleaner than the way you found it and your pets looked after and loved in your absence.
I am a young at heart, mature and responsible travel loving adventurer. I lov…
I am a young at heart, mature and responsible travel loving adventurer. I love animals and have had a variety of pets including dogs, cats, fish and birds including chickens, so I understand how hard it can be when you have to leave them with strangers. I used to regularly look after my landlady's pets including a Shitzu, 3 cats, a parrot, a cockatiel and a canary, and I used to run my own cleaning business, so you will come back to a house at least as clean as I found it. My background is in nursing so I am used to administering medication, including insulin, to people and would be willing to learn to administer it to pets if required. In my current business as a freelance Proofreader and Editor all I need is a WiFi connection and I can work from anywhere, which means that your pets will be seeing a lot of me, so more cuddles and exercise for everyone, and more security for your home and for your peace of mind. Previously I worked for nursing and care agencies which involved working in residential homes caring for people, frequently in new environments, so I am used to being able to quickly assess my surroundings and situations and deal with the unexpected when necessary. Every job I have had has required a police check due to the nature of my profession so rest assured that I am responsible and trustworthy. I retired last year so I have plenty of spare time on my hands and am available at fairly short notice. I look forward to meeting you and caring for your home and pets. Regards Jan
At present I am between houses and I enjoy animals. I was brought up on a farm …
At present I am between houses and I enjoy animals. I was brought up on a farm with a variety of animals and have had animals all through my family life including taking care of pets in various Childcare Centres including ponies, cows, sheep, hens, geese, cats. dogs, guinea pigs, pet rabbits, frogs, budgies and gold fish. I have housesat with pets for friends over the past 4 years. I will take care of your house and pets as if they were my own. I enjoy the seeing the changes taking place in the garden.
We always had dogs and cats when I was growing up so I'm comfortable with having…
We always had dogs and cats when I was growing up so I'm comfortable with having them around and looking after their needs. I house-sat for some friends and their two beautiful dogs over the winter of 2018 and decided I wanted to continue doing it for others. I'm a self-employed entrepreneur and can work online from anywhere. I enjoy the variety of moving around and experiencing different places. Because I work from home I'm able to be there a lot of the time to keep an eye on things and keep your pets company. I'm tidy, self-sufficient and responsible with other people's property. My motto is 'leave things the way I found them'. I look forward to meeting your beloved pets :-)
Kia ora! My name is Meg, I'm 26 and I'm an actor and a yoga teacher. My partne…
Kia ora! My name is Meg, I'm 26 and I'm an actor and a yoga teacher. My partner Lutz and I moved into our own rental at the beginning of this year, however shortly afterwards he was whisked away to Australia for a 6 month contract. Although living by myself is an absolute treat, it was costing a little more than I would have liked, so I'm staying with friends and family between house sitting gigs until he comes home. I like to describe myself as a jack of all trades as I'm always juggling a diverse range of jobs and learning new skills. My part time day-job in Events Management allows me the flexibility to work from home and keep up other side-projects when they arise: teaching yoga, contracting on film and television projects, and running creative workshops for a refugee youth arts group. I absolutely love gardening and am really missing having my own, so if you have a garden that needs tending to while you're away, I'd be a great choice! I have plenty of experience house and pet sitting. Most of the housesitting I have done has been for families I have nannied for in Auckland - I've looked after dogs, cats, puppies, pools, big gardens, the lot. I grew up with lots of dogs and feel very confident taking care of pups of all ages and stages. I have my own vehicle and a full, clean drivers license in case of any pet emergencies. I'm mature (people call me an old soul sometimes), responsible, and thoughtful. Hope to hear from you soon!
As a potential house sitter for your property and fur babies, I can assure you …
As a potential house sitter for your property and fur babies, I can assure you of complete commitment to both. I have had over 40yrs of pet experiences with having 3 sons. Not much hasn't come our way from time to time. From broken wings on birds and babies still in nests (which Im sure was helped by the boys taking them out of the trees).. to owning cats, dogs, rabbits, fish, mice and chickens. I have also helped on a dairy farm with milking. I enjoy housework and light gardening. My hobbies would be walking, kayaking, swimming and crafts. Im a non-smoker. I have been housesitting now for 2 yrs with colleagues from the hospital and have now also joined The Housesitting Company. I have had a few sits with pets that have required Veterinary treatments during my sits and have enjoyed learning from them. Broken bones to having to administer medication all taken care of quite happily. I'm very careful and respectful of all my housesitting responsibility's. Kind regards Judi
I have recently retired on the 2/10/20 on my own in between houses and not wanti…
I have recently retired on the 2/10/20 on my own in between houses and not wanting to settle for a while. Very reliable,trustworthy,clean (pedantic even) enjoy exercise with or with out pets. Friendly and out going. I would prefer one small dog who likes lots of walks and cats.
Hi, I would like to care for your pets and look after your house. I am an exper…
Hi, I would like to care for your pets and look after your house. I am an experienced house sitter and love all animals. Animals are relaxed and happy in my care and will get lots of cuddles and love. I am a New Zealand Citizen and hold a current/valid A1 NZ Police clearance and a private security (C of A) license. I work as a full time senior Security Supervisor - I am also trained in Health & safety and also fire prevention. I am a quiet uncomplicated person and enjoy camping, tramping, caring for animals, birds, plants, gardening, reading and watching movies. I am honest and respect people’s privacy. I am clean living and very tidy. I do not drink alcohol or smoke. I am energy conscious so don’t leave unnecessary lights on and don’t use dishwashers etc. I like to travel around the country and always I welcome opportunities to housesit out of the City. I never have anyone ‘visiting’ when I am housesitting and prefer to stay "at home" and watch movies, work on my laptop and read. When looking after homes and pets I consider them as I would my own. I am particularly fond of rural settings and farms, and I am familiar with the care of horses, sheep, pigs, and cows and poultry. I understand peoples need to leave their homes and pets in the best care possibleand with someone who is genuine and trained in matters of fire & safety. I am able to offer: - A fit, mature person who will remain remains with your pets and will respects your home like my own. - Someone who is currently employed in a senior security capacity (qualified and certified) at a well known Auckland Unitec, so you can be can be assured that your home, pets, garden, garage, cars and all your assets are safe and secure with a trained and licensed security professional living there. - I am easily contactable and traceable. (Please consider the referrals on my profile) I am able to meet with you to discuss things at a time that best suits you and please feel free to call me or send a text message. One other thing - I have a self contained camper so if someone preferred to have someone look after their home & pets but not actually live inside the house, then I would be happy to stay in my camper, (a VW Crafter - so not huge) - as long as I had an area to park it. I would only require access to a shower and toilet. This arrangement may suit some people better. kind regards, Clive
I do most of my work from home (virtually), so I am available to keep your dog o…
I do most of my work from home (virtually), so I am available to keep your dog or cat company during the day. I also love getting outside for daily walks so your dog will get plenty of regular exercise with me. I am currently looking at house sitting opportunities as I relocated back to New Zealand in February, I have been living in the UK for 15 years. I am loving being back in NZ and I am looking at settling in Auckland. In the UK I regularly cared for a friend's Jack Russell Terrier, from when he was a puppy, which I loved doing. I have also house-sat for family members who have cats and fish. We also had a lot of pets in my family home, several cats and dogs, guinea pigs, and a budgie. In general I love animals, although I don't have any of my own. I am super clean and tidy, so you can trust me to look after your home and leave it in a clean condition when you return from your trip.
We currently live on our 12.5 mtr yacht and we have just completed a circumnavig…
We currently live on our 12.5 mtr yacht and we have just completed a circumnavigation of the North Island. We sailed up to Tonga and Fiji for winter 2019. The current pandemic is keeping us at home exploring NZ until its safe again to visit more overses destinations. We love traveling and exploring new places. House sitting will allow us to have some land time, while keeping your house and pets safe and looked after as our own. We are currently retired and have a vehicle for while we are ashore. We have a house in East Auckland, which our sons live in. We have owned our own homes for over 20 years and have always had a cat or two to spoil over that time. One of the hardest things we had to do when we made the choice to move on to our yacht permanently was to re-home our two cats, Ellie and Marley. We were very lucky that a friend of mine who lives on a lifestyle block, took them both in and loves them as much as we do. We get photos, videos, updates and visits regularly which we love. I had a Sydney Silky dog, Benji, growing up and Ray looked after a Golden Lab for a couple of years in his early 20's. We also had a cold water fish tank for a few years. We miss not having animals around us. We look forward to meeting you and your pets.
Hi there. I’m a 47 year old single female with no children. I grew up in the…
Hi there. I’m a 47 year old single female with no children. I grew up in the UK and have experience with a variety of animals from cats to pet hamsters. I’ve also lived with a minded a large variety of dogs. I am a freelancer and run an online business. I have no independents or ties with a partner. The nature of my work means that I work mainly from home which is a lovely bonus for mutual company with your pets. My interests include gardening and growing fresh herbs, cooking and I love nothing more than curling up with a good book. I have a great love of the outdoors and enjoy long bush or beach walks. I would welcome taking dogs on my walks for company. In the past, I have had several roles as a house manager with glowing references and have a good understanding of the responsibility and workings of maintaining a home. I very much look forward to this new adventure. I am a non smoker. Kind regards, Anna.