My five-week stay in Kerepehi has drawn to a close. The owners have returned from their trip to Germany and I’m now on a brand new house sit. This one is a lifestyle block in Tauwhare, a district in rural…
Create A Winning Kiwi House Sitter Profile
House sitting websites are one of the most effective ways to finding house sitting jobs in NZ — whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your opportunities. These platforms connect sitters with homeowners all over the country, making…
German Shorthaired Pointers
If you’re an experienced New Zealand house sitter and you like doggies, chances are you’ve already encountered a wide range of canine breeds, and these may have included German Shorthaired Pointers (GSPs). I seem to come across them quite often…
Don’t Be… Thunderstruck
When it comes to house sitting jobs in New Zealand thunderstorms can pose a few challenges. Unfortunately however, this aspect of looking after somebody’s home and pets is often overlooked by many Kiwi house sitters, and it can catch them…
Who Pays For The Power?
When homeowners invite house sitters to live on their properties — whether it be for a few days or even several months — clarity around expectations is key. One of the most common points of confusion that can arise between…
Farm Sitting In Kerepehi
This is where I’ve been living for the past week, farm sitting on a dairy farm in Kerepehi, which is located on the Hauraki Plains. I’m about 10kms from Ngatea, 20kms from Paeroa, and 30kms from Thames. I’m on this…
Matching Your Experience To Each Sit
House sitting offers unique opportunities to explore new places, interact with a menagerie of pets, and help homeowners enjoy their time away with peace of mind. However, it is advised that New Zealand house sitters only apply for sits that…
What Makes A Great House Sitter
House sitting jobs in New Zealand are built on trust. Kiwi homeowners are opening their doors to strangers, and leaving behind their most valuable personal possessions, beloved pets, and the comforts of home. Many sitters can do a ‘good’ job…
House Sitting At Lake Rotoehu
This is my current house sitting job. I arrived a couple days ago and will be here until May 10th, then it’s straight on to a new farm sit. This place is a really nice home situated near Lake Rotoehu,…
Farm Sitting In Te Pahu
This is my first farm sitting job for the year. This is a small dairy farm located in Te Pahu, which is in the Waipa District of the Waikato, and not too far from Mount Pirongia. The area had a…