Spend two weeks in the Burgundy countryside

About this assignment

Our house-sitter should be someone who loves the quiet of rural settings and loves cats. They should also have a driver's licence and if they don't have their own car, be able to drive a non-automatic car.

What responsibilities are required of the house sitter

The only responsibilities are to look after four cats - three of whom live indoors and outdoors - and to water the garden (especially the veggie garden) if necessary.

What are the good features of the property and location

The house is a charming 19th century former farmhouse with big gardens and open fields on two sides, in a very pretty rural setting in the Morvan natural regional park, in the heart of Burgundy. We are on the edge of the village, a 5-minute walk to the bakery, mini-supermarket, cafe, and cinema. It's very quiet, there are plenty of good walking tracks, and the house is comfortably furnished, with traditional open-plan living area, two bedrooms downstairs and a very well-equipped kitchen. There is a good internet connection, Wi-Fi, smart TV, CD player, electric piano, and many books (in English, French, Italian).
We are between 30 and 55 minutes from the lovely towns of Vezelay, Autun, Saulieu, Semur-en Auxois and Clamecy, to name a few, and 90 minutes from Dijon, Beaune, and Auxerre.

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

Potential house sitters should know that there is no public transport in or out of the village, so being able to drive a car is essential. Also, we have no dishwasher!

Can I bring my own pets?

Yes
Restrictions: As long as the pet is cat friendly!

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