Peaceful Farm Stay with pool, 20 minutes to the beach - house pets only, no farm chores!
United States, Jupiter, Florida
Pets
- Dog(s)
- Cat(s)
- Reptile(s)
6
Dates
- 3 Apr 2027 to 31 May 2027 (Only 1 sitter has applied for these dates)
About this assignment
Looking for clean, responsible animal loving person or couple to stay in my home to feed my three dogs, two cats and one bearded dragon morning and evening and provide company to my three rescue dogs. My dogs can be left alone for 4-6 hours, so you're not tied to the house when you stay.
*** After having several house sitters, I realize it is better to have a local sitter, who knows the pigs and their routine, care for the pigs. ***
What responsibilities are required of the house sitter
Three inside dogs (Beast, Mochi and Molly), two outdoor cats (Tabby and Sammy), and one bearded dragon (Beardie).
I am looking for someone/couple to stay in my home to provide company for my dogs while I'm away; throw the ball a couple of times for Beast; let Molly and Mochi out in the yard, and to feed Beast, Molly, Mochi, Tabby, Sammy, and Beardie morning and evening.
The dogs don’t need to be walked. Throwing the ball for Beast once or twice and letting Molly and Mochi run in the yard is enough exercise.
I have 16 rescued potbellied pigs (Duncan, Chip, Beezus, Dale, Oscar, George, Wilbur, Jack, Charlotte, Beki, Bella, Boots, Boovie, Darla, Pinky, and Gandalf), but due to the number of pigs, I have a local sitter take care of feeding the pigs morning and evening, although if you are interested in learning about pigs and their care and want to help you're more than welcome!
What are the good features of the property and location
Welcome to my peaceful little farm in Jupiter Farms, one of the last truly rural pockets of Palm Beach County. The property is 2.5 acres of green, quiet space - the kind of place where you hear the birds in the morning and see the stars at night - yet its only about 4 miles from I-95 and the Florida Turnpike, so getting anywhere is easy.
The home is a comfortable 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom house of around 2,000 sq ft, with a heated pool for lazy afternoons and a fire pit for the cooler evenings. It's a place sitters tend to settle into quickly.
If you like the outdoors, you'll love it here. There are natural park areas right nearby for cycling and kayaking, and unspoiled beaches are about 20 minutes away. Local favorites include Busch Wildlife Sanctuary and the Loggerhead Marinelife Center (sea turtles!), and there's always something on at the Roger Dean baseball stadium, Jupiter also has plenty of restaurants, live music venues, shops and a mall, all within an easy drive.
What does the house sitter need to consider before applying for this assignment
You will need your own car - Jupiter Farms is rural and there is no public transportation here, although Uber and Lyft do operate here. The house is about 4 miles from both I-95 and Florida's Turnpike, so once you are mobile everything is within easy reach.
This is a working farm setting, so you will see and hear farm animals during your stay - but caring for them is NOT part of this assignment. Your only animal duties are the house pets: my dogs, cats and bearded dragon.
Two professional male tenants rent separate living spaces on the property. Each of us has our own self-contained area with its own entrance, so everyone's privacy is respected - you won't be sharing your living space with anyone.
You'll be staying in my part of the house, and there are just two things to be aware of. My laundry room is accessed via a hallway which is also used by one of my tenants to access his bathroom. The hallway is reached through a door that you can lock from the inside, so you can secure your space whenever you wish.
Can I bring my own pets?
No, sorry.
Last updated:
2 November 2026
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Testimonials
It's the toughest job you'll ever love
The above phrase was used to advertise the Peace Corps, but it could be used to describe this farm. I love animals, and I took on this assignment in order to care for and manage the animals living on this farm. I have cared for many kinds of animals before, including pigs, but also cows, goats, donkeys and horses, but the pigs on this farm are something else. Most of them are potbellies or potbelly mixes, but there are also 2 Meishans and a boar. All are very sweet in their own way, and I loved to hear their stories. Each of the pigs has their own personality, and obviously they have names. It was so much fun to get to know all of them! The pigs are smarter than the smartest dog, and you had better take care that they don't outsmart you! The pigs' feeding times are your workout time. I actually lost 5 pounds taking care of them twice a day during my first 3 weeks there, and I worked up quite a sweat every time. Luckily, there is a great, refreshing swimming pool in which to relax and reflect on the soap opera that is the interaction of these porcine family members. There is also Beast the dog, a really sweet pit mix who loves to play ball. There is a big dog run right on the property where we spent fun times chucking and chasing several balls at a time. Beardy the bearded dragon is relatively easy to care for, and the 2 cats on the pool deck are very sweet and loving. It's extremely important that Beast the dog never gets to them, so I spent some time with them after my swims, before going back inside to join Beast indoors. Living accommodations were very comfortable, I had a nice guest room with a full bath room right next to it. The house has several AC zones and is located in a quiet, rural area. Many neighbours here have livestock, for example there are horses in stables right across the street. The location is very safe and quiet, the 2 tenants living in their apartments on the property are polite and courteous, there were never any issues. I spent two separate tours of duty on Lisa's farm, and they are experiences I will never forget! Still thinking fondly of the whole menagerie!
Marion, United States, December 2025
Relive farm life in southern Florida.
As someone who was raised on a farm, it was nostalgic to once again wake up early in the morning to feed and care for animals. Getting to know each rescue pig was at first a challenge during feeding time. But after a few tries, the chores settled into a routine that offered a sense of fulfillment and purpose. Getting to know the rescue dog, Beast, was definitely a highlight. His strong temperament toward other dogs gave way to a sweet side that was won over by giving lots of praise and encouragement for fetching the ball and getting attention. Lisa was very organized in filling in details necessary for the daily caring of each animal, and was readily available when questions arose despite being overseas during most of our stay. Upon their return, we felt right at home spending time with Lisa and Jed, and enjoyed getting to know each other’s interests on many topics. The location was just a few miles from town, so restaurants and stores were only minutes away. As newcomers to Mind My House, this was our first experience and found it to be overall enjoyable and hope to do more assignments.
Jim, United States, August 2025