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3 weeks housesitting with 2 lod cats and 2 kittensJanuary/February 2020

France, Chef-Boutonne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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Pets

  • Cat(s)
  • Fish

4 cats and outdoor fish

Dates

  • 20 Jan 2026 to 12 Feb 2026 (No sitters have applied for these dates yet. Be the first!)

Testimonials

They have 3 testimonials (view below)

Facilities

They have WIFI

About this assignment

Hello, we're looking for a nice friendly couple to take care of our animals, plants and keep the house warm, while we are on holiday.

What responsibilities are required of the house sitter

feeding our 2 old cats and 2 kittens giving them cuddles. Keeping the house clean, watering the house plants and feeding the pond fish.

What are the good features of the property and location

Set in a quiet rural hamlet, but only 10 minutes away by car to the nearest town with, shops and bars etc. 1 hour from the coast at La Rochelle. Friendly French and English neighbours.

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

Need to gave a car
know how to use a pellet stove.
Useful to be able to speak french but not essential. The house is in a small hamlet with no shops etc

Can I bring my own pets?

No, sorry.

Last updated: 29 November 2025

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Testimonials

19 Jan to 8 Feb 2020

It was a real pleasure to sit for Amanda and Robin. We were made to feel welcome from the moment we arrived, with a lovely home cooked dinner. They are very interesting people. They have a lovely house in a peaceful location. Shopping was a short 5 minutes’ drive. We enjoyed their Gordon Setter, Popi around the small village and agriculture pastures, catching sight of the odd dear or hare. The cats are real characters. We are glad we could help Alice back to good health during our stay. We are going to miss her the most. Thank you, Amanda and Robin, we hope to see you again.

Leonard, Australia, 8 Feb 2020

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

Lovely Couple

I looked after Amanda and Robin's house and pets for about three weeks. They briefed me really well, including providing me with an Aide Memoire before they set off on their holiday. Even so, I did have one or two questions for them while they were away but they always answered them promptly and in a friendly manner. When the time came to leave I felt I had made two lovely friends and would not hesitate in recommending them as home owners.

Stephen and Monika, Germany, 26 Mar 2017

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

A Delightful Sit

We have sat for Amanda & Robin twice (once for 3 months and once for 6 weeks and their home is comfortable and spacious a typical French rural property. The dog Popi is delightful laid back and easy to care for and the walks are circular and mostly flat.. The four cats are independent and come and go as they please, each has their own personality are fun to be with. The property benefits from a log burning fire and Robin makes sure to leave a huge supply of logs. The car is quite old but a very good runner and will get you into Chef Boutonne in 10 minutes. Many places of interest nearby.

Milton, 24 October, 2016

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