Bringing home owners and house sitters together
Detached Cottage on Off-grid Farm
Portugal
Pets
- Dog(s)
- Cat(s)
- Chicken(s)
- Goat(s)
- Farm animal(s)
1 goat, 2 sheep, 3 chickens, 2 cats, 1 dog currently...
Duration
- Dates: variable
Testimonials
They have 1 testimonial (view below)
About this assignment
The property is set in the mountains of Central Portugal, totally off-grid and remote - a peaceful and traditional place to escape the modern world.
Sitters should have experience of living off-grid, know how to fix simple problems themselves and have a certain hardiness which is required to live in the mountains.
The property is comfortable, warm and offers amazing views over the highest peak in Portugal - great for nature lovers, walkers, poets and gardeners - the old dog loves to have short walks and the cat hunts mice and plays freely.
What responsibilities are required of the house sitter
To take excellent care of all the animals ( cat, dog, goat, chicken and sheep ), to keep an eye on the gardens and buildings and to walk around the land and check for any issues and to try to fix them or to notify the owner to get instructions or additional help.
What are the good features of the property and location
Remote, clean air, clean water, peace and privacy - expansive gardens, forest, historic walks, mountains and rivers - Central Portugal is a cultural and ecological jewel.
What does the house sitter need to consider before applying for this assignment
You will need your own transport and to cover your own living costs ( food, gas and bring your own internet, if required ) - electricity & water are provided free, but all are limited!
We are open to explain anything about the place, to discuss options and to listen to any idea :)
Can I bring my own pets?
No, sorry.
Last updated:
20 June 2023
About this home owner
MindMyHouse member since October 2019
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Testimonials
Mountain living
Ray is a friendly and helpful homeowner who was available for us to contact whenever needed. He gave clear instructions on how to maintain his property so we felt relaxed during our stay. Ray's property is beautiful and has everything you need. We stayed during the winter months and were able to use the wood-burner so it was really nice and cosy and we never felt cold. There are many great walks in the surrounding mountains and the town of Viseu is about 25 minutes away by car. Ray's pets Yogi and Ranger were both really well behaved so they were easy to look after and fun to play with and take for walks. This was a great experience for us to spend time in such a beautiful and peaceful place. We both have really happy memories of our time there.
Manon, 06 May, 2020