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Kaitaia
Being the last major settlement before you head to the top of New Zealand, Kaitaia is a special place to live in and visit.
Northland
Northland’s temperate climate has long attracted people seeking to relax. Known as the Winterless North, Northland is popular with surfers, divers, and anyone who loves great beaches.
There are plenty of these in Northland, including the famous Ninety Mile Beach. You can also journey to Cape Reinga. It is here, at the northern most tip of New Zealand, that you get to see the amazing meeting of the Pacific Ocean and Tasman Sea.
Your Northland visit should also include a tour of the Waitangi Treaty House, where you will learn about the signing of the most significant document in New Zealand history.
If you want to house sit somewhere stunning and relaxing, then Northland should definitely be on your list of places to consider.
I am mature and trustworthy and enjoy house sitting while traveling in my motor …
I am mature and trustworthy and enjoy house sitting while traveling in my motor home. I have several clients whom I house sit for looking after cats and dogs and am comfortable around livestock. I enjoy property maintenance and have owned a hire-a-hubby business in the past. I enjoy looking after lawns and gardens as required. I am seventy years of age, physically fit and enjoy being occupied with chores as my age permits. I am a non smoker and social drinker. I am respectful and a clean tidy person and considered to be very caring in my everyday life.
Hello, I am an uncomplicated person of 60 years, fit & healthy, who was raised w…
Hello, I am an uncomplicated person of 60 years, fit & healthy, who was raised with dogs and cats and a number of other animals in South Africa. I have been in New Zealand for 20 years. I studied Nature Conservation at Pretoria Technicon and this included Animal Husbandry as one of the subjects. I love all animals and animals are relaxed with me. I am very conscious of the need that animals have for love and trust (and cuddles). I also enjoy gardening and exploring the outdoors and do a fair amount of travelling and tramping. I am single, friendly & responsible and live a quiet life. I am currently employed full time, as a Security Officer, at a leading learning institution in Auckland and have an A1 Police clearance rating. I do not drink alcohol or smoke. In my job I accumulate lieu days (from overtime worked), which I have to use each month. I also have a lot of annual leave which I have to take each year which allows for a lot of time that I would prefer to use productively. I would welcome any opportunity to look after your pets and property and would care for these as though they were my own. I especially enjoy rural environments with some farm animals and feeding tasks. I have experience in the care of horses, sheep, goats, rabbits, guinea pigs, poultry and cows. I am also familiar with property patrolling. I am of very clean habits and a very tidy person. I and am trained in Health & Safety which is an integral part of my job. I have a strong Christian Faith and live my life accordingly. I have two children. I look forward to being of service to you. Kind regards, Clive Webster
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.
Hi there! My name is Suzanne and I have been house sitting fulltime in Whangare…
Hi there! My name is Suzanne and I have been house sitting fulltime in Whangarei and Papamoa for over eight years. I am a mature person on my own now, with no family ties. I have been lucky to have owned many dogs and cats over the years and in particluar, have had a real love of Tibetan Spaniels. The breeder of these wonderful little dogs trusted me to mind them. Nanki Poo was the best, he had won Best of Breed at Crufts. They are grand little dogs much loved by me I had a bulldog, Janice Joplan, she was full of personality and fun and more recently a Shitz Tzu. They are all special and sadly missed. I particularly love dogs and I am very experienced in caring for them and knowing their needs. Until a few years ago, I lived in Auckland and have owned many properties including a house in Birkenhead with a swimming pool. I lived in Oceandowms Mt Maunganui for 7 years before moving to Whangarei. I have one daughter living in Auckland. My eldest daughter lived in the USA for many years and her children were all born there. Saddly I lost my eldest daughter to cancer in January 2014. I have three grandchildren all living in the USA.. My working background is 25 years in the I.T. industry working as a Contract Programmer on IBM mainframes, plus was I.T. Manager for several mid range companies. It was a very exciting time to be in I.T. I did 6 years selling Real Estate on the North Shore Auckland and 2 years at Mt Maunganui. Semi retired I worked 4 years as a Receptionist in the Emergency Dept. Tauranga Hospital and then 9 years at Whangarei Hospital. I have been lucky in that I loved all my jobs and have met and made friends with wonderful people along the way. Thank you for taking the time to consider my online profile. I am mature, reliable and would welcome the opportunity to take the stress out of your holiday by looking after your home and pets. Many of my house sitting jobs are repeats for the Nurses and Doctors I worked with. I am very capable at caring for a variety of circumstances and pets needs. I can supply verbal references from people I regularly house sit for if required. calm seas and fair breezes Suzanne.
Hi there, We are a professional couple (Deputy principal and teacher) with 2 yo…
Hi there, We are a professional couple (Deputy principal and teacher) with 2 young children (6yrs and 3yrs), who are in school and daycare during the week. We are active, love the outdoors and love animals. We are happy to look after any pets. Our youngest child is very gentle with pets, as is our eldest who is very used to animals. She likes to help us feed, wash and take care of them, and where appropriate, take them for walks. Rochelle was bought up on a farm and is comfortable with livestock and farm dogs. We have had pets before, including 2 shih tzu dogs, which we bred from for a number of years, so are used to dogs of all ages. We are also equally comfortable looking after cats. We maintain a clean and tidy household and will respect any property that we are in. We will take great care of your home and love your pets like our own. Kind Regards, Shane and Rochelle
I am a single Mature Woman with with adult children who are happily living their…
I am a single Mature Woman with with adult children who are happily living their own lives in Hamilton and Auckland. I worked for many years in the Hair and Beauty industry as a Hairdresser and Beauty therapist. I have owned business and employed staff in the past. I now work remotely for a septic tank cleaning company doing telemarketing and database management. During the Covid lockdown I revived my crafting stills creating some interesting upcycling projects. I had been asked by friends to housesit and care for their pets. It seemed a natural progression to I chose to housesit in anticipation of travelling and I joined an international housesitting site, meeting some fabulous people whilst in the UK in 2018. Many of these people I am still in contact with. On my return to New Zealand my desire to travel remained so I continued to move around seeing more of our beautiful Aotearoa. Among the animals I have cared for cats both indoor and outdoor, dogs large and small young and old, chickens ducks and fish and also some livestock. Returning to housesits many times means I have developed some great friendships with both the animals and their owners, and also in some cases neighbors and friends in communities. I look forward to meeting you your animals and experiencing the area that you call home.
Hello. We are Gai and Tony. A married couple of 25 years. Tony is a retired co…
Hello. We are Gai and Tony. A married couple of 25 years. Tony is a retired company director, boat builder, sailor and managing director. Gai is an ex-senior corporate executive and is now an executive and leadership coach working on line via phone and internet with clients across the globe. This means that as housesitters, we are around all the time and don't have to go off anywhere to work. If you have animals that prefer or need company during the day/night, then we are those people. We LOVE animals and have both had animals of our own over the years. Between us, we have owned German Shepherds, Dobermans, Small dogs, Exotic cats, Rescue cats. We have walked in the wilds of Zimbabwe on safari and been struck with awe watching the magnificence of the animal kingdom in their natural habitat. I have ridden horses in the back blocks of Greek villages. We are well experienced looking after all domestic animals and are very open to looking after farm and other animals. Being an animal lover and owner and house owner, we have used housesitters ourselves. We understand the need to feel at ease with the housesitter charged with looking after your animals and home with respect. We are both practically minded and skilled people able to deal with the unexpected. Having lived on a boat, we know how to live with and manage the unexpected. We are keen trampers and outdoor people and when not away tramping we both love to exercise every day - walking, swimming, a bit of tennis. We love taking dogs for walks so if you have dogs that need exercising every day, or twice a day, or more, we would love that. We also understand and are very good with older animals or any animals that prefer a more sedentary life and just need more cuddles and love. We like that too. We will water your plants, clear your mail, put the rubbish out, mow the lawns if you wish. We'll keep your house as you left it. We'll do whatever you need doing that will allow you to be relaxed and without worry while you are away. We do not party. We enjoy a quiet life. What a home owner and pet owner can expect from us is to treat their house with the same care they treat their own and to love their animals and keep them in ‘the manner they are accustomed’ We are non smokers and live healthy quiet lives. The reason we are pursuing the house sitting life is that we have a desire to see more of NZ and along the way see areas that might just be our forever place. Honesty, integrity, common sense, reliability and commitment is what you will get from us.
Very clean, tidy responsible - well travelled single man working freelance in th…
Very clean, tidy responsible - well travelled single man working freelance in the film industry (based in New Zealand and London). I often have time between work projects (ranging from a week to a few months) where it would be lovely to lead more of a structured domestic lifestyle, including dog walking/pet care as I love being around animals; with plenty of experience in caring for the pets of family and friends. I am based in Wellington (NZ Permanent Resident) & London (UK Citizen), but happy to consider house sitting placements across New Zealand to experience living in new areas. I have travelled around both North and South Islands extensively for work, and pleasure.
Thank you for requesting my information. I am an active "senior citz". and sinc…
Thank you for requesting my information. I am an active "senior citz". and since retiring a few years ago have discovered the love for travel both here in NZ and the Pacific Islands. In 2019 I spent four months in Luganville, Santo, Vanuatu doing voluntary work in one of the primary schools there. I had just started on the "house sit" adventure before heading overseas, and found that I really loved the House / Pet sitting in NZ especially the responsibility and trust given by the pet and home owners. All domestic animals - dogs, cats, birds, fish, pet sheep, horses, chickens, even Kune kune pigs etc. are very special to me but find the most pleasure is in the care and the company of dogs. I walked SPCA Rescue dogs on a weekly basis before leaving for Vanuatu. 2020 was a very trying time for everyone which made me put my travel / house and pet care plans on hold until now. To me the most important part of a house-sit is the care of your home and animals, they would be my top priority.
Hi. Super Clara here. I have been house-sitting for over ten years through priva…
Hi. Super Clara here. I have been house-sitting for over ten years through private contacts ( references available). I am a grandmother with a brood of two 9 &12;. I have just left a full-time position as a dental assistant/reception (13 years) for a slightly slower pace of life. I can do dental temping as and when I require within normal daytime hours but would not work during house sits if it was not suitable . If the sit is well outside of Auckland, I have a little holiday. I also have a 7 M motor camper that allows even more freedom. I am extremely clean and tidy and would look after your pets as if they were my own. I have had experience with horses and chicken and can ride a quad motorbike to deliver hay to cows etc. I am prepared to travel outside of Auckland to more rural settings for longer times. I like to think that I am level headed and can cope with most situations that arise. Cheers Claire
I am a caring and responsible person. I have been teaching for the last 29 year…
I am a caring and responsible person. I have been teaching for the last 29 years with positions of responsibility but have decided to take a years refreshment leave to explore NZ and have a break from the classroom. I love animals, cooking, gardening and reading. My husband is an ex dairy farmer, he now develops weather software and enjoys surfing as much as possible. Our three children have finally fled the nest so we have some time for ourselves. We own our own home, so know how precious this is and would care for other peoples places as if they were our own. Over the years from being on a farm we have had many animals and know how to care for them and the responsibility this involves. It is so nice to be able to go away and know your animals are happy in their own environment at home We are both in our 50’s, don’t smoke or drink, and respect the privacy of other peoples lives.
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.
I am a very fit and active retiree. I left the workforce five years ago to trav…
I am a very fit and active retiree. I left the workforce five years ago to travel to various parts of the world, including some of NZ which I hadn’t yet been to. I have been involved in sport all my life and interested in organics and sustainabilities for many years, so decided to become a Woofer (Willing Worker On Organic Farms). I have thoroughly enjoyed all my placements in NZ, Australia, USA and Portugal. I have visited places and met people that I would never had the chance as a tourist and learnt about growing fruits, vegetables and raising animals in an totally organic and sustainable manner. I have looked after many animals and learnt how to give back to the land for future harvests. Three years ago in 2018 I bought a lifestyle property in the Far North, so have not been able to travel as much, or housesit as I used to, while working hard on my land. Now however I have more spare time, & look forward to being able to travel in NZ. I currently work on my orchard of 100+ trees of every description imaginable, & 4 large vegetable plots. I farm totally organically, eat in season, & am self sufficient(++) with fruit, vegetables & eggs from my 8 chickens. I am able to swap my excesses for milk, meat, cheese & bread! I feel very fortunate. I also have extra acreage which I use for growing grass, (local farmer makes hay in summer), & a smaller area where another farmer runs 20 sheep ( most ready to lamb in August), & 100 chickens. I have also done two caminos (long walks) in both France, and Portugal into Spain. These were 750 and 700km respectively, in 2014 & 2017. My most recent was from Lisbon, Portugal to Santiago de Compostela in Spain. I have been a proud homeowner since 1980. As a house sitter, you will have someone with old fashion values of care & respect for your property, a good work ethic, totally reliable & honest. As for pets, when my children were growing up, we had a Staffordshire bull terrier, rabbits, cats, cockatiel and baby goats. Currently I have 8 chickens. While woofing I have looked after lots of dogs, cats, goats (learnt to milk), chickens, ducks, pigs, cows, and loved all those times. My woofing hosts would sometimes leave me to house sit at weekends, or in one case, for 10 days when an unavoidable event happened. On that occasion I looked after a small farmlet of goats, cows chickens, vegetable garden, orchard....the entire property. I loved the challenge and was totally equal to the task of overall management. I love outdoors work. Obviously I enjoy walking, so dogs love me for their twice daily long walks. I do hope you will consider me for your housesit. Judy
My wife Jill and I retired in 2012. We have 9 grandchildren and have had lots …
My wife Jill and I retired in 2012. We have 9 grandchildren and have had lots of experience with cats, dogs , birds, rabbits and chooks. right down to being able to give them medication . We lived on our yacht, our playground was from Whitianga to Whangaroa for over 8 years. We have looked after three houses in Tauranga so far and the people have been happy with the result., We have come back to land to be closer to our grandchildren and want to see the country from the inside.
We are a caring, tidy, very responsible couple. Esther (45) has retired after 22…
We are a caring, tidy, very responsible couple. Esther (45) has retired after 22 years service in the Singapore Navy and Jamie (54) is a small business owner who works from a laptop. Esther is also a previous dog owner and simply loves all animals (especially cats) and sweetly cares for them. She also has an exceptional understanding of dogs and dog breeds, their needs and issues. She will put into practice and care for pets as if her own, such as establishing routine, maintaining structure by walking the dogs, being positive virtually all the time, and will love to go running with them (if suitable), perhaps the reason her Shetland sheepdog, lasted until 17. She has looked after many of her friends' dogs while they were on overseas vacation and on our toughest house sit on a farm in 2018, we looked after 12 dogs, including 6 big working dogs, caring for them all for two weeks, without incident - and lots of joy. Esther has also helped puppies socialize and looked after old dogs too. She is comfortable washing them, doing basic grooming, and they certainly get a lot of TLC. We listen carefully and follow instructions. Jamie runs Project Himalaya organising treks in Nepal and India for half the year and our time in New Zealand is a great time to update his website and get his paperwork done, hence, we need an internet connection, otherwise we have no other requirements. Esther is also an enthusiastic gardener, and will love to care for your home and garden. We would be home most of the time. We live in Gisborne (own our property) and use house sitting as a way to experience the culture in New Zealand. We look forward to caring for your precious pets and your home!
Hello homeowners, Jan and Wren are fit, active people who don't believe that "r…
Hello homeowners, Jan and Wren are fit, active people who don't believe that "recently retired" means sitting around doing little. Looking after your home and having quality time with your pets is much more appealing! First, a bit about our past working lives. Jan had a successful career in a number of business ventures as well as many years teaching primary school in the Auckland region. Wren has a Ph.D. in ecology and worked as a research ecologist before working in the Department of Conservation. After that, Wren worked as an environmental consultant to government departments and organisations in New Zealand and overseas. We are experienced international as well NZ-based travellers and have enjoyed exploring lots of countries and different cultures over the decades. As a retired couple, housesitting is a wonderful opportunity for us to indulge our two loves of seeing New Zealand and having time with pets. We both love animals which is a big appeal of housesitting. We are very responsible and reliable homeowners and know how to maintain and care for houses. Wren grew up with a lovely Samoyed called Sally while Jan now enjoys time with Eddy, a really cute pug. We can offer you total peace of mind while you are away. We will keep in touch with regular email and photo updates on how your pets are doing and are happy to do gardening or other maintenance jobs. 24/7 care is our commitment to you. Please have a read of our references. We look forward to hearing from you. Warm regards, Jan and Wren