House sitter and animal lover

About this sitter

I am a mature woman and a retired educator with multiple domestic and farm skills. I am fairly well traveled and would like to expand on this. I have no problem staying in rural or isolated areas.

Why they want to house sit

I would like to expand my horizons, visit new cities, countries and absorb new ideas.
New cultures and history are appealing to me.
I have a house too and like to make it available for travelers. I enjoy meeting new people and sharing stories. It really is a small world!

Their experience

I was the caretaker for 14 years for a home here locally. It was used by many people over those years. I kept up the home and the landscape.
I have good references. I have am bond-able and have no police record.
I've built and remodeled my homes and have large vegetable and flower gardens. I am an avid walker and hiker and love spending time outdoors.
As for animals...well, I am an animal lover of all sorts, and get along easily with them and accepted by them. I have always had a dog and a cat, as well as having had a farm with multiple farm animals.

What can they bring to the assignment

I've got a good sense of responsibility, an eye for detail and the energy to take on new challenges. Being a home owner, I am aware of the daily care it takes to keep up a home. I have a clear understanding of how to handle an emergency, or how to trouble shoot minor problems. I am handy with tools.

I have raised three children and several dogs and cats. I love animals and find they like me.