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Would you like to mind my Russian Blue cat and cabin in beautiful Big Bear CA

United States, Sugarloaf, California

Pets

  • Cat(s)

Most chilled-out cat on the planet

Duration

  • Period available: 2 months, 1 day
  • Starts: 15 July 2024
  • Ends: 15 September 2024

Testimonials

They have 1 testimonial (view below)

Facilities

They have WIFI

About this assignment

I'm looking for someone reliable, kind and caring who will love Baloo (my kitty) while I'm away. I prefer a non-smoker and someone whom I can trust.

What responsibilities are required of the house sitter

I need someone to feed, play and brush Baloo. He is a chilled cat but likes some attention and routine. Cleaning litter box regularly. Watering house plants and garden. Taking trash out on Tuesday nights. To make sure Baloo doesn't go outside (we have coyotes around).

What are the good features of the property and location

I live in one of the most beautiful places on earth, Big Bear CA. My cabin is 648 sq. ft but cosy with a fireplace, vaulted pine ceilings and a wrap around deck. I am at the foot of the San Bernadino National Forest with hiking trails a minute away. My cabin is a 15 min drive to Big Bear Lake where you can bike, fish and kayak. A corner star, post office and bar and grill is 3 min drive away.
I live in a safe neighbourhood with kind neighbour's who will always be attentive to the cabin.
The cabin sits of a 5000 sq ft property.
Enjoy your morning coffee on the deck watch an amazing array of birds or enjoy a barbecue later.
In Summer the cabin feels like you live in a tree house with the surrounding green oak trees.

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

I can't be flexible on arrival times and departures. We need to stick to the agreement.
Baloo needs to have you there every night.
Those with police background checks will be preferred over those that don't.
I will pay for cat expenses.

Last updated: 6 March 2023
5 sitters have applied for this assignment

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Testimonials

Wonderful cat companion in quiet mountain retreat

We enjoyed a lovely month in the cool air of the San Bernardino mountains with Leslie's unforgettable feline companion Baloo. From first contact through post sit, Leslie made sure we had all the information and support we needed for a successful sit and to enjoy her community. We appreciated our conversations with her, and she sent us photos and videos in addition to the guide and other print materials she provided. She even gave us signed copies of her books about Bali, her home for many years, which piqued our interest in a new travel destination. Her cabin is cozy, quiet, and has a wonderful deck for relaxing and watching the myriad of birds and squirrels that frequent her feeder. If you ever wanted the feeling of living in a comfortable treehouse, this is the place! In addition to the hiking trails in her neighborhood, there are many mountain trails and lakeshore walks within a 15 minute drive, as are grocery stores, a Farmer's market (Tuesday), restaurants, shops, and a year round roster of community events. Our favorite part of the sit, though, was hanging out with Baloo, the well named cat-bear. He is a big, plush, loving boy who is happiest having long conversations with you, being brushed, and rolling into his back for belly rubs. He is a gentle giant who loves people and inspires love in return. We miss him! We recommend sitting for Leslie if you like nature, quiet, cats, wildlife, outdoor recreation, and meeting an interesting, well traveled person who genuinely loves her cat and appreciates her sitters.

Melanie, United States, 02 September, 2022

  • Friendly
  • Reliable
  • Tidy
  • Organised
  • Helpful with problems
  • Kept in contact
  • Gave good instructions

About this home owner

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