35 MINUTES BY TRAIN TO LONDON (WATERLOO)

About this assignment

A couple, or a single person who will enjoy our space, look after the house as if it were theirs, keep it clean and tidy and endeavour to make it look lived in.

What responsibilities are required of the house sitter

1. We have our small cat, Sonia, who needs care. She is an outside cat and needs feeding twice daily. She likes company and loves jumping onto a warm lap. Otherwise your time is your own. 2. We have a lovely garden. We want it taken care of by watering and mowing it
when necessary (usually in the Spring and Summer) and generally keeping it tidy. 3. We have a tiny vegetable patch and our sitters are welcome to pick tomatoes, spinach, beans when in season.

What are the good features of the property and location

Very well situated for the M25 and A3, on the local bus route to Kingston-upon-Thames and Staines and five minutes walk to the local town centre where there is a supermarket, cinema, church, pubs, shops and restaurants. We are in the vicinity of several National Trust properties and we are a short drive to RHS Wisley and Hampton Court Palace. If you like walking, there are some interesting walks in the area. Cycling is good too and you may use our bikes. Esher town is a five minute walk away. Garson Farm is nearby, where you can ‘pick your own’ - which is nice. We have off road car parking. If you like gardens, this will suit you, There is ample space for practising yoga or sitting and watching the squirrels and birds. We also have a resident fox.

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

We are on a bus route with easy access to Kingston upon Thames and Walton on Thames. The bus goes to Surbiton where one get take the train up to Waterloo, or one can walk to Claygate and go direct to Waterloo. Wimbledon is three stops away. Our departure and return dates (July to September) are flexible.

Can I bring my own pets?

No, sorry.

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