Experience house sitter wanted for 2 big friendly dogs and horses
France, Saint-Quentin-de-Blavou, Normandie
Pets
- Dog(s)
- Horse/Donkey(s)
2 dogs- both rescues- a rottie and a "heinz 57"- both friendly and couch potatoes. 4 foals
Dates
- 27 Jul 2026 to 1 Sep 2026 (No sitters have applied for these dates yet. Be the first!)
About this assignment
We are open to a single sitter or a couple- sorry but no families. Calm, sensible, dog/horse lover. Non smoking house but happy for sitter to smoke outside. Heating is via wood burner stoves. Rural location but use of truck for local journeys subject to full, clean manual licence- truck is RHD. We have loads of wildlife and lovely walks- hares, deer, boar, badgers, martins and a wide variety of birds!
What responsibilities are required of the house sitter
Care of 2 big, friendly dogs that do not require walking as we have a huge garden. They like to go out a few times a day and are fed am and pm. We are a TB stud with around 20 horses but we have dedicated daily staff for them- we only ask that you feed the foals at tea time. They are all out 24/7- no handling/mucking out required! Depending on time of year there may be some plants to water. We ask that the house is kept clean and tidy.
What are the good features of the property and location
Comfortable, well equipped character property with a private ensuite guest room for your use. A beautiful room with lovely views and a comfy double bed. Rural, peaceful with no immediate neighbours. Shops and reasonable sized village with banks, shops, pharmacy 5km away. Staff for horses come in every day.Unlimited fast wifi. Comfy, cozy house with English TV.
What does the house sitter need to consider before applying for this assignment
We need the dates given but are happy for sitters arrive before and leave later if it helps with travel plans. We have allowed 2 days before we leave to ensure you are fully confident in what is required. Must be 100% reliable as we are going to the abroad . If you don't drive it could be isolating although we can take you shopping before we leave and possible to arrange a lift to the village. Must be OK handling large dogs and feeding foals.Due to an unfortunate experience, we do not allow visitors during the sit - for clarity, we had a sitter invite their friends to come and stay with them during a sit- we were unaware until we returned and there was damage.
Can I bring my own pets?
No, sorry.
Last updated:
15 July 2026
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Testimonials
PICTURE PERFECT HOUSE SIT WITH 2 LOVEABLE FURRY BOYS!
I was so excited to arrive at this house sit and it rewarded my anticipation with more than a double dose of beautiful France, kind-hearted hosts and super affectionate doggies- not forgetting the beautiful horses! House sitting for Debra and Neil’s home was like living in a picture post card of a quintessential French countryside cottage, quaint village scenes and a gorgeously pretty French style bedroom. Caring for Debra and Neil’s personality rich and gentle giant doggies has been memorable and I was able to know Rottweilers in a brand new way. This might sound cliche, but Jackson and Basil will be hard to forget. They will forever live in a special corner of my heart for their most charming company and who always made me feel appreciated to be around with cuddly times and uniquely vocal Rottweiler purrs which are characteristic of this breed only. It surely made me feel loved! I can highly recommend house sitting for Debra and Neil as they were not only demonstrably grateful, thoughtful and considerate, but their communications and expectations were clear, well documented and easy to follow. In truth, I feel as if this house sit gave me more than I was able to do for them. Hope to come back again if the planets line up for me to return once more to scenic Normandy! Thanks Debra and Neil, if not, hope to see you in Queensland!
Colleen, Australia, July 2026
Normandy House-sit
The weather was cold and miserable, however Debra and Neil were the warmest and most generous of people! We were treated SO well. Their dogs, Basil and Stig, were sweet, easy-going and extremely easy to care for. Both Debra and Neil provided great directions for the dogs as well as for taking care of the house. And, they remained within quick contact while they were away lest any problems arose. Our accommodation was lovely - more like a hotel suite! It's also very private. We would recommend a sit here if quiet farmland is something one enjoys! PS: This was our first sit using this site and couldn't be more pleased with how it went.
Michele and CJ, France, December 2024