Sitter needed: 19 or 20 June til 25 June 2024 (or thereabouts...) / also require sitters from 29 September til 12 October 2024

About this assignment

Hi there. Firstly, a little bit about us...... We are Sharon and Jason; a couple in our early fifties who are on our third renovation project in Spain.

Obviously you would have to understand that as this is a renovation project that things are definitely not perfect! However, the house is nice and comfortable The bathroom is has nearly been refurbished, and the installation of the pool is complete . The garden is a work in progress though June is obviously a way away and I´m hoping most of this will have been dealt with by then!

In June, we are going away to see family to celebrate my dad's 90th birthday.

At the start of October, we are going on holiday (1 week away from the area, returning to the house on 8th October for 1 night, then leaving again on the 9th for a few days in Madrid / return approx 11th October).

We need animal sitters (either a couple or an independent self sufficient person) to look after our animals - 3 dogs (one elderly), 1 cat and 4 chickens.

We ask that you arrive a few days early to get to know the animals and find out their routine.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THE ANIMAL SITS, COULD YOU PLEASE SPECIFY IF YOU ARE INQUIRING ABOUT THE JUNE DATES OR THE OCTOBER DATES. Thank you.

What responsibilities are required of the house sitter

Obviously we would ask that you are comfortable with big dogs and enjoy spending time with animals in general. Charlie is currently 14 and has 1 eye and arthritis but is a big fluff ball. Lola is 12 and looks scary (boxer / ridgeback cross) but is soppy and soft. Zeus is nearly 3 years old, a German Shepherd pup so is typically naughty and has a lot of energy. Petra is our 10 year old cat and wants attention when it suits her! The 4 chickens reside in a large complex so there is very little that needs to be done for them (aside from feeding and keeping water topped up).

Daily duties would be feeding the animals (basic medication for Charlie); poo pick up (sorry, but with 3 dogs it’s a necessity!); give the dogs a bit of exercise in the morning and evening (extra exercise on top of this especially for Zeus is always welcome in order to tire him out!)

We would also be very grateful if you were happy to keep the house clean for our return (or as clean as it can be being a renovation project!).

What are the good features of the property and location

It would be best if you have your own transport as we are fairly isolated and there is no public transport to speak of. The little village of La Hoya is a 10 minute walk away and a locally renowned restaurant is only a 5 minute walk away but it is only open in the day time. The outskirts of Elche are a 5 minute drive away, La Marina beach 15 minutes away, and other little surrounding towns just a little further than that. Unfortunately we cannot accept anyone who has their own animals as our cat would not be happy!

We do have a left hand drive manual car that someone over the age of 25 can possibly use (clean licence required) - to be discussed further if you feel you may want to take us up on this offer. We would ask that you´d be prepared to take us to and from Alicante airport though.

You would have your own bedroom and there's a good wifi connection. If you want excitement this may not be the place for you, but if you want to explore in the day time and then relax in the evening on the terrace and look at the stars then this may be the place for you.

What does the house sitter need to consider before applying for this assignment

You would have to understand that as this is a renovation project that things are definitely not perfect! There is rubble and dirt and all the additional 'joys' that come with renovating! We don't have mod cons (like air con); the house has a more 'homey' feel to it. But we would obviously make things as clean and tidy as possible.

Can I bring my own pets?

No, sorry.

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