Experienced Mature and Trustworthy House-Sitter, animal lover, non-smoking

About this sitter

I am a mature aged active (non-smoking) Australian who lives on a little over 2 acres in a beautiful part of Australia (Tasmania) and who also loves travelling for extended periods (on a small budget). My activities include playing cricket & golf, walking, hiking and camping, gym and volunteering, along with maintaining the grounds of the property. In 2019 and again in 2022, I lived in the UK for 6 months, primarily in Kent, whilst playing village cricket. In 2023 (May to October) I am travelling again. I will be spending some time in the UK (some return house-sits, playing a little cricket and golf, and catching up with friends), however I am hoping to spend the majority of my time in Europe to experience different places as well as doing some hiking.
I have a few core principles applying to house-sitting - (1) giving all pets the attention they need and want, whilst keeping them in their own environment and routines (and giving them outings as appropriate); (2) maintaining each home in a clean and tidy manner and leaving it as I find it: and (3) treating each house-sit in a conscientious and respectful manner, and not as a place simply to have a holiday. At the same time, I like to enjoy the areas that I am staying in and experience what the area has to offer (and hopefully meeting some locals at the same time).

Why they want to house sit

House-sitting allows me to travel overseas (as beautiful as Tasmania is) and experience many others places in the world. I don't consider myself a tourist, preferring to live in a place, even for a short period, and get a feel for the local area. My budget is very tight, so house-sitting enables me to live out some dreams in an inexpensive way. I am also an animal lover, who no longer has pets because of the desire to travel, and house-sitting gives me the opportunity to get my pet fixes.

Their experience

I am a very experienced house-sitter in both Australia and the UK, including many types of domestic pets and farm animals, and different property types including small farms (I should state I am not a farmer and the farm duties were very basic). I spent about 4 1/2 years house-sitting around the eastern part of Australia between 2013 and 2018. I have also done multiple house-sits in the UK, mainly in south England, in 2019 and 2022.
Many of my house-sits (and I have done over 50) have been organised through the Trusted Housesitters website (which I am still active on and where all my house-sitting references are held) and through many repeat house-sits, some of whom have become good friends.

What can they bring to the assignment

Simply, I bring extensive experience, a responsible and caring approach, and a genuine love of animals. My experience and approach to house-sitting is supported by many 5* reviews.