Leaving their homes unoccupied for any length of time can be, to say the least, nerve-wracking for Kiwi homeowners, especially when burglary statistics show that vacant properties are the prime targets for villains. One of the most effective ways to protect your home while you’re away is to hire New Zealand house sitters. By simply…
House Sitting With Children
House sitting in New Zealand can be a rewarding way to explore new places without paying for expensive accommodation, and some people even take it on as a permanent lifestyle. However, bringing children into the mix can add some unique considerations. Here’s a quick look at the pros and cons of this scenario, in order…
Why House Sitters Shouldn’t Be Too Selective
When it comes to house sitting, it’s important that NZ house sitters are not overly picky about which assignments they take on, particularly those individuals who wish to make house sitting a full-time endeavour. While selectiveness is understandable, being too fussy will ultimately limit your options and it could leave you with very few bookings,…
Pros And Cons Of House Sitting Websites
House sitting in New Zealand has become an increasingly popular way for Kiwi homeowners to have their properties and pets looked after while they’re away on holiday, and for Kiwi house sitters to enjoy a change of scenery, rent-free accommodation, and free use of the utilities, such as electricity, hot water, and internet, and in…
House Sitting Full Time
Full-time house sitting in New Zealand offers a brilliant lifestyle that is filled with travel, freedom, and heavily slashed living expenses. It’s a dream life for those who want to explore new corners of the country without the cost of accommodation and power bills. But, as with any lifestyle, there are both rewards and challenges….
Window Cleaning Tips
When you’re house sitting in New Zealand, cleaning windows will not be part of your primary duties. But going that extra mile to leave sparkling clean panes can make a truly lasting impression on homeowners, especially if you’re new to house sitting and wanting to build up your stockpile of references, and they will not…
House Sitting With Shy Cats
House sitting in New Zealand often includes caring for pets, and when it comes to kitty cats, you might find yourself in charge of a shy or nervous feline. Unlike dogs, who are often more openly affectionate, cats can take time to warm up to new people, especially when they’re in an unfamiliar situation with…
Doing Those Little Extras (Part 2)
For those house sitting in New Zealand who are keen to impress the homeowners, earn glowing references, and build a reputation that sets them apart from other sitters, here are some additional cleaning ideas that will really help to ensure that their services will remain in high demand, particularly if they are seeking to become…
Doing Those Little Extras (Part 1)
When you’re house sitting in New Zealand, the basic expectations are pretty straightforward: take care of the home, tend to any and all pets, and leave everything in the same condition you found it. However, the key to becoming a truly exceptional house sitter (and to securing a steady stream of future opportunities) lies in…
House Sitting In Tamahere
I started a brand new house sit yesterday. This one is on a lifestyle block in Tamahere, about 10kms south-east of Glenview New World, in Hamilton. This is my first time on this property. It’s a nice big house and section, surrounded by trees but it still gets lots of sunshine. It’s situated in a…