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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.
We love animals and since our beloved family cat Casey passed away last year we …
We love animals and since our beloved family cat Casey passed away last year we feel privileged and fulfilled by spending quality time with so many amazing pets from some of New Zealand’s most unique places though Housesitting. I (Zlata) am currently completing New Zealand Certificate in Animal Care (Companion Animal) which covers all aspects of animal care including health, hygiene, behaviour, and handling. I’ve gained the applied knowledge and skills to care for a wide range of companion animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, rodents, reptiles, and birds, in a variety of settings including your home, pet shops, kennels, animal shelters and catteries. As part of my course requirement I’ve completed over 40 hours practical experience at Tauranga SPCA learning the best practices in the most rewarding yet challenging of environments, which has prepared me well to care for your precious companions while you are away. My partner Clinton and myself are committed to providing the best care and attention for your family pet while you are away, so you don’t need to feel any anxiety or stress about leaving. We treat animals as our own and pride ourselves on making it easier for you and your beloved pet(s) during your time away. We are in a very unique position to be able to live and work from remote places thanks to our internet business www.Interlike.app. Clinton’s daughter spent last year in Spain after finishing high school in Auckland where we rented the same house on Jervois Road in Herne Bay for the past 12 years, she is now about to start University in Wellington this year so we are ‘free birds’ so to speak while saving for our first home. We enjoy flexible work hours and can adapt to any new routine quickly and easily including caring for any special animal requirements. Clinton's background is in commercial film and photography, so if you enjoy being updated with cute videos and photos of your pet enjoying their daily routines then you are in for a real treat. We go out of our way to make sure animals are happy so capturing and sharing these special moments with you while you’re away is our heartfelt pleasure. We are truly grateful for all the pets we have cared for and the families we have helped thanks to Housesitting. Now we are both looking forward to hearing from you and learning how we can make a difference for your fur baby(s) too! Zlata & Clinton
I'm available most of the time......giving you peace of mind and the animals wel…
I'm available most of the time......giving you peace of mind and the animals well cared for...feeling loved and secure I've been a house/pet sitter for almost 10 years off and on and really enjoy being able to help people find peace of mind when going away leaving their home and especially their animals with me giving them peace of mind when going away .....on I'm sure well deserved break...I've always grown up with animals ....at one stage 13 dogs with my grandparents on there orchard farm with beautiful fruit trees flowers that my uncle used to enter into flower shows competitions beautiful....he used to mix pollinate different flower colors and come up with these beautiful unusual colors which I'm sure won him the prize of the year beautiful dahlias and Rose's I remember all too well the smell of sweet peas....chooks birds pigeons his prize being the fan tails.....those memories always with me growing up and having compassion towards nature and animals ....I work as a dementia care worker for the elderly so very compassionate towards what is needed giving that same care to your home and pets I look forward in hearing from you warm regards NOLA I'm home most of the time.....over the holiday period ..
We are a happy couple of adventurers and animal lovers. Fit and healthy, full o…
We are a happy couple of adventurers and animal lovers. Fit and healthy, full of energy. We love to be of service and have found this to be a wonderful way. Our house sitting experience has been gathered for about 15 months. Romilly is a good gardener (organic) who enjoys growing food. She has had horses in her youth, and is experienced with dogs, cats and chooks. She also loves the sea and is an experienced sailor. Richard is a people person, brought up on farms. He is also a car buff and handyman, lawn mower and animal lover. We are tidy, clean, non smokers, who will look after your place as though it is our own. We love house sitting because it provides opportunities for us to support others in their lives, while we meet wonderful people and have new experiences. Because we are landlords, we understand all the implications of having others live in your house and the importance of respecting your property.
We are David and Adrienne Smith and our ages are 68 and 61. We are a friendly, q…
We are David and Adrienne Smith and our ages are 68 and 61. We are a friendly, quiet couple, non-smokers, who have rented out our home in Auckland to discover the rest of this beautiful country, whilst caring for your home and pets. About us: David spent much of his early years on a farm in Matamata, before moving with his family to Auckland. He has worked for Air New Zealand, and its predecessor NAC, for many years as an airline pilot, both short and long haul and is now retired. David is involved in IT support for a charity group, which can be carried out anywhere there is internet connection. We do not need much bandwidth, its mostly offline work. Adrienne, also retired, has worked as a nurse and caregiver. She is a keen gardener and loves walking, crafts and reading. We are keen to move into the next phase of life, exploring other parts of this beautiful country, and beyond. Our gorgeous bi-colour ragdoll cat is no longer with us, leaving us free to care for your home and pets. We love pets and have significant experience caring for cats, dogs of various sizes and ages, and chooks. Awarded as a top 10 housesitter for 2019. As we have no work or family constraints, we can offer dedicated service to caring for your home and pet as we would our own.
I am a fit, energetic and healthy retired engineer, non smoker and no alcohol co…
I am a fit, energetic and healthy retired engineer, non smoker and no alcohol consumption. English by birth but a New Zealand citizen. I have one daughter at new plymouth high school who graduates in 2020 and another daughter at wellington university. A daughter occasionally accompanies me to help with and pamper pets. I have a lifelong experience with cats, dogs and farm animals (but I don't own any at present). I have recently sold a small holding in Taranaki. My personal interests lie outdoors; tramping, skiing, diving, swimming ... anything outdoors. And there are many past hobbies that have fallen by the wayside over the years but occasional opportunities still allow me to participate: caving, rock climbing, sailing, hang-gliding to mention just a few. I am a clean, tidy, respectful, trustworthy and honest gentleman. I provide you with daily updates on your house and loved ones entrusted to me. I house sit overy the whole of New Zealand, mainly in the North Island but also occasionally in the South Island. I love the travel! Kind Regards Len
I am an independent and responsible single person that would be the perfect cand…
I am an independent and responsible single person that would be the perfect candidate to mind your home, pets and garden in your absence. I am a non smoker. I work from home as a Medical Transcriptor and therefore I am able to travel outside of the Wellington area and I am happy to take inquiries from anywhere in New Zealand. I am extremely experienced at caring for peoples homes and pets and have had previous positions house minding both short and long term. I am happy also to provide frequent updates so you are well informed and can enjoy your time away with total peace of mind. I am also able to provide personal references from people whose homes I have looked after. I would be delighted to hear from you. I can provide excellent references and a BOND for added assurance if you require one. I am available now and look forward to discussing your requirements. Maggie Kathryn - Hamurana SIT DATE: Oct 2018 Maggie did a wonderful job looking after our home and many animals. This included a dog, cats, guinea pigs, rabbit, goldfish, chickens, goats, sheep, a duck and ducklings, as well as watering the greenhouse and other plants. This was our first time having a house sitter. The dog obviously had a great time with Maggie during the week we were away. We would definitely recommend Maggie
Hi, I'm a mature responsible person. I'm highly educated and well-travelled. I l…
Hi, I'm a mature responsible person. I'm highly educated and well-travelled. I lived and visited many countries including USA, Dubai, Turkey, and Malaysia. I'm very organized, tidy, very clean, honest, sociable, and caring. I'm a non-smoker and non-alcoholic. The reason I like to house sit is that it gives me the opportnity to break the routine of living in one place whilest meeting new people and seeing diiferent places. I'm very familiar with pets. I was raised in a big family with a big land/grove of trees and used to have cats and later a dog. Homeowners will be rest assured their house and property will be very well looked after while they're away.
I recently retired after 30 years owning and operating a successful film company…
I recently retired after 30 years owning and operating a successful film company in Auckland. I specialised in filming pet food TV commercials where I developed a knack for patience and perseverance to relax animals in order to get those magic natural shots that pet owners love. I worked closely with Mark Vette and Flip Calkoen over many years to develop this special relationship. Everyone's pets are different and require careful handling, especially when their owners are away for a week or two. I try to create a seamless transition to avoid any unnecessary disruption to their routine. I have owned quite a few interesting dogs over the years including a cocker spaniel, a doberman, blue healer and a border collie black lab x, plus several lovely cats. I am a 65 year old single male with 3 adult children and 4 grand children. I lead a fit health healthy lifestyle. I have always had a cat and dog as I believe they add something unique to our lives - especially with a young family. I am also very 'house proud' and a home handyman which comes in handy when little things go wrong. As you leave your home is how you will find it when you return. I have recently house sat for a number of people with pets and loved it. I believe that trust is paramount when you are caring for someone's home and pets.When I take on this responsibility I do so with total commitment. Plus I have always had a very caring nature when it comes to animals which puts them at ease. I have a large station wagon perfect for transporting wet dogs to and from their favourite beach or park. My home is now in the Hawkes Bay where I have property investments but travel up to Auckland every month to visit my family, so house sitting in Auckland gives me the opportunity to be closer to them for longer periods. Prior to this I lived at Piha for many years and was very involved in many local community project, including 'The Water Board' & 'Barnett Hall'. I'm currently working on writing and publishing my second book so house sitting provides me with the opportunity to work on this in my down time. Having someone on hand 24/7 at your home allows you to totally relax while you're away. I encourage you to call my referees direct to discuss what they thought. I'm only a phone call away if you'd like to have a chat, or FaceTime me if you'd prefer to talk face to face. Look forward to meeting you - Kind Regards ; Simon Moore
Hi , Our names are Allen and Lyn Larkan , 59 and 69 respectively. Retired act…
Hi , Our names are Allen and Lyn Larkan , 59 and 69 respectively. Retired active couple,citizens of New Zealand ,immigrated to New Zealand 19 years ago from South Africa ,lived in Auckland for 14 years before retiring to a lifestyle block in the Doubtless Bay area 4 years ago.We have a small flock of sheep and free range chickens . We enjoy the outdoors camping and boating .We both play Lawn Bowls and Allen plays a bit of Golf. We love traveling around New Zealand so are more than happy to house sit and look after your pets and anything else for you while you are away . We are a responsible and respectful couple who are more than happy to look after your property and pets while you are away. We are also very friendly and trustworthy and your pets will enjoy our company just as much as we will enjoy theirs. Please have a look through our references and we would love to meet you and your pets and hope that you will consider us as your housesitters. Allen and Lyn Larkan
Hello home and pet owners .... I am a single mature retired lady, who would li…
Hello home and pet owners .... I am a single mature retired lady, who would like to look after your home, pets and property and house sitting is a great way to do this. I have been house and pet sitting for 2 years and have enjoyed meeting many house owners and their awesome pets. I enjoy the travelling, visiting and exploring new towns and cities. I can offer you the following commitments and attributes; Retired not working Stay at home with your pets a lot Experienced with cats and dogs Daily or twice daily walks Pamper love and attentive to your pets Compassion and caring for all pets Trustworthy and Security conscious Excellent housekeeper Care for your home like my own References available Police checked I appreciate that your home is precious, and you know best, how your home and pets should be cared for. I consider it a privilege to stay in your home, so I will care for and respect it like my own. I will be happy to spoil your pets with cuddles, pampering, love and smooches! I will walk your dog(s) every day, or twice a day if required to the park, walkways or the beach. I have a high level of commitment and integrity to your privacy. I'm very clean and tidy around the house and take pride in good housekeeping. I have plenty of common sense and a "can do" attitude. I'm outgoing and get along well with people. I stay fit with walking and swimming. I love the outdoors, the sun and the beach. I like to read, listen to music, do craft and watch movies. I'm a non smoker and have my own vehicle. (van) Warm wishes Helen
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 for over four 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 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 and I.T. Manager for several mid range companies. I enjoyed working. 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 at the Emergency Dept. Tauranga Hospital. Currently I work as a Receptionist at the Emergency Dept. Whangarei Hospital. I am a part time shift worker, the latest shift being 9.30pm. Many of my shifts are from 4pm to 9.30pm. I work week on week off. 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 work with. I am very capable in caring for a variety of circumstances and pets needs. I can supply verbal references if required. calm seas and fair breezes Suzanne.
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
I’ve finally reached the point where I can work remotely with minimal need to …
I’ve finally reached the point where I can work remotely with minimal need to go into an office (I’m a director of several companies) and so am now going to spend a few months getting around NZ after a couple of decades abroad - I definitely have not seen enough of my own country!! Both through childhood and as an adult, pets have always been a part of my life. Primarily I have owned and cared for dogs and cats, but my experience extends through horses, fish and most things in between. I am a responsible considerate person of sober habits. I take considerable pride in both myself and my home and will treat both your property and your pets as though they were my own.
Hello House Sitter Seekers, Born in the Year of the Cat, I've always enjoyed a s…
Hello House Sitter Seekers, Born in the Year of the Cat, I've always enjoyed a special relationship with cats. However, I'm also very good with dogs, caring for several over various pet sits - big ones and little ones, elderly ones and puppies, working farm dogs and lap dogs. I'm able and happy to keep up any routine &/or training programme you like your dog to observe .I have cared for a variety of animals, including chickens, ducks, donkeys, sheep, a turtle, horses, pigs, cattle, fish and exotic birds. I also like plants and am a competent veggie gardener. I tend to be at home a lot as I like to read, write and study online. I like to housesit in places I may not know well, invariably enjoying your holiday as much as you do. You'll find your place clean and tidy on your return. Regards
I have dual citizenship of Britain and New Zealand. I grew up in England, and my…
I have dual citizenship of Britain and New Zealand. I grew up in England, and my first career was as a conservator of works of art, working at the British Museum in London, and the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge, UK. I then retrained as a Homeopath, and came to New Zealand, where I lived and worked for the whole of the nineties. In 2000 I returned to England to help care for my aged parents. I am now retired, and have returned to New Zealand to live. In 2015 I house-sat for friends several times, and decided that house-sitting would be an excellent way of seeing the country before I settle. Visiting as a tourist only gives you a superficial experience of a place, whereas house-sitting gives you a chance to really taste what it's like to live there. With the bonus of staying in real homes and having the companionship of the animals who belong there. I began house-sitting through websites at the beginning of 2016, mostly in the North Island. I love animals, and they are usually drawn to me. I get on well with dogs, but cats are my favourite. One of the things I enjoy about animals is that they each have their own personality, their likes and dislikes, and their preferred way of going about things, so I enjoy getting to know them. I believe animals can sense what sort of person you are, and I think that they can sense that I am kind and caring and competent, which helps them to relax and feel safe with me, confident that all their needs will be met. If it would help to give you peace of mind about the wellbeing of your pets, I would be happy to keep in touch regularly by email. I was a home-owner in England, so I know how important it is for a home-owner to feel that their home is in good hands - that it is kept safe, secure, clean, and well looked after; that its contents are treated with respect and care. And that if any problems arise, they will be dealt with promptly and appropriately. I believe that I am respectful, well-organised and meticulous, and also a good problem-solver, so I think your home would be in good hands. What about my personal attributes? I'm a single woman without children or pets of my own; I don't drink alcohol or smoke; I'm a driver with a clean license: I'm not a party person - I enjoy solitude and peaceful surroundings and I love walking in the countryside or by the sea. Although retired, I am healthy, strong and active, and I'm generally a happy person. I think your animals would feel happy in my company.