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Ann & John

Ann & John

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76, Retired

77, Retired

Hello.......we are a retired non smoking fully vaccinated couple. We have been house sitting in New Zealand since January 2017 looking after lovely homes and delightful pets whom we have become very attached to as we have done several sits in both Islands.
We arrived back in New Zealand early November 2022 after spending six months in the UK catching up with our daughter and grand children and have now resumed house sitting.
We would take great care to look after your home as if it was our ... Read more
Hello.......we are a retired non smoking fully vaccinated couple. We have been house sitting in New Zealand since January 2017 looking after lovely homes and delightful pets whom we have become very attached to as we have done several sits in both Islands.
We arrived back in New Zealand early November 2022 after spending six months in the UK catching up with our daughter and grand children and have now resumed house sitting.
We would take great care to look after your home as if it was our own. We have been told that we are "fastidious" at looking after a property!

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2026: 16 Jul - 16 Nov | 2027: 3 Jan - 22 Feb | 22 Feb - 13 Mar

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2 - 4 weeks, 1 - 2 months, 2 months +

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Reviews (31)

Ann did a very good job looking after our home. It was fresh, clean and tidy when we returned. We would happily recomend them as house sitters. John did a great job mowing lawns for us and our elderly neighbour. I would recommend that if you have a list of garden tasks you discussed prior, you write these down so that none are forgotten.
Ann & John were so amazing. Our house and grounds were spotless when we came home after 5 weeks. Morty was well looked after and we received lots of photo updates from them. Totally recommend them, they were the best.
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We were very pleased that Ann and John could housesit for us again. They visited prior to the housesit, kept in touch while we were away and left our house very clean and tidy. They also cared for the garden and house plants. We highly recommend them.
Ann and John were just the best!!! Arranging the visit, keeping me informed while I was away and the pristine state of the house on my return were all of the highest order and greatly appreciated!!! My cat and house could not have had better carers
Ann and John took such great care of our house, garden and cat. We returned to a beautiful clean and tidy home and a happy cat. Ann kept in touch with regular updates and photos. John kept the garden going in high temperatures and difficult conditions. We would be very happy to have them housesit for us again anytime.
Was lovely to know my house and cat were going to be well looked after while I was in the UK for family bereavement. They gave me peace of mind, which was needed as it was quite a stressful time - so was a great relief all was well back home. Lovely peoples, really great communication, well organised and clearly endeared themselves to the household cat - she was clearly well looked after.
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Anne and John were excellent sitters during our two month’s away. This was the first time they housesat for us and were very helpful to come and meet us a couple of times before the sit. They communicated regularly and reliably giving us great peace of mind. We returned to find our house spotless and well cared for and the garden and house plants beautifully maintained. We couldn’t have asked for better sitters and highly recommend them.
Ann and John were the perfect housesitters! Communication was easy and it was great to meet them before the sit. I received regular updates while I was away as well as photos of Chess who was obviously very happy! I arrived home to an immaculate house and garden - actually much better than when I left. Highly recommend Ann and John to all.
We were delighted to meet Ann and John, and were more than happy to leave them to care for our house and cats. The animals loved them from the start, and didn't seem all that impressed when we arrived back home! I think they missed being spoilt 😆 Ann sent many photos of our rascals and updates on their behaviour. We appreciated the spotless house when we returned. Thank you Ann and John, you are welcome back any time 🌹
We loved having Ann and John housesit for us and look after our cat Sass. Communication was great and we received nice updates on how Sass was going. The house was left in immaculate condition. We would gladly have them housesit anytime 😊 thank you!
Ann & John were wonderful petsitters..their experience shows. Great to meet them the day before..super calm and relaxed with Billie dog & Possum cat and tuned into what was required. They even kept the leaves at bay on deck and has was suoer tidy to come back to. Thanks again and hope you come back in future!
Ann & John were the perfect house/cat sitters! They made everything easy for us and looked after our cat, our home and our garden beautifully. Communication was easy before we left and while we were away they kept in touch regularly. We highly recommend them.
What a delightful team. I am so grateful they were able to stay in my home. So much appreciated.
Ann and John looked after Milly while we had a wonderful two week holiday in the Sth isalnd. Milly was so well cared for I think she was a bit dissapointed when we came home and Ann and John had to leave!. She was given a long walk every day and showered with cuddles and love. She even had a friend to stay (another schnauzer called Scotty) who she adored. Ann was a great communicator and we had regular photos and updates. Our home was well cared for and was sparkling clean and tidy when we ... MoreAnn and John looked after Milly while we had a wonderful two week holiday in the Sth isalnd. Milly was so well cared for I think she was a bit dissapointed when we came home and Ann and John had to leave!. She was given a long walk every day and showered with cuddles and love. She even had a friend to stay (another schnauzer called Scotty) who she adored. Ann was a great communicator and we had regular photos and updates. Our home was well cared for and was sparkling clean and tidy when we returned. I would love to have Ann and John sit for us again and would highly recommend then to others. Thanks so much.

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Ann and John had references that spoke so highly of them I knew we would be foolish to let them slip thru our fingers and contacted them immediately. Following easy communication we met them and they were lovely and relaxed people that we knew our cats would appreciate. It was such a comfort having them take on our sit. They kept in touch over the two weeks and the house and garden was immaculate when we got home. Pretty sure I didn't leave my oven racks that clean before I left! Totally ... MoreAnn and John had references that spoke so highly of them I knew we would be foolish to let them slip thru our fingers and contacted them immediately. Following easy communication we met them and they were lovely and relaxed people that we knew our cats would appreciate. It was such a comfort having them take on our sit. They kept in touch over the two weeks and the house and garden was immaculate when we got home. Pretty sure I didn't leave my oven racks that clean before I left! Totally unexpected that they did gardening but muchly appreciated! Cats were happy so a perfect sit all over. Would not hesitate to recommended John and Ann to anyone.

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Ann and John were fantastic fur-baby sitters for our 2 cats, Ziggy and Bindi. Ann sent pics regularly and we came home to 2 contented and relaxed cats. Besides that, Ann and John looked after our home and gardens to the highest standard that we have ever experienced from house sitters. They went above and beyond our expectations. They are the type of people that one would love to have as neighbours - very caring, very capable, and very friendly. We would highly recommend Ann and John to ... MoreAnn and John were fantastic fur-baby sitters for our 2 cats, Ziggy and Bindi. Ann sent pics regularly and we came home to 2 contented and relaxed cats. Besides that, Ann and John looked after our home and gardens to the highest standard that we have ever experienced from house sitters. They went above and beyond our expectations. They are the type of people that one would love to have as neighbours - very caring, very capable, and very friendly. We would highly recommend Ann and John to anyone contemplating booking them.

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Excellent house sitters, left everything clean and tidy. Would have them back any time
Thankyou for taking care of our house so well. Lovely and clean when we returned, the hens were very happy and there was even a fresh bottle of milk in the fridge waiting for us when we got home. So thoughtful.
I can only reiterate all previous reviews, Ann & John were fantastic and could not ask for better house sitters. Raf my dog perfectly happy and well cared for, my home immaculately clean, lawn and edges all done and garden tidied up after flush of spring growth, including deheading roses, All a pleasure to come home to.
It was a pleasure having Ann and John look after Kuma and Kiba when we were on holiday! Ann was super communicative throughout and took a couple of minor hiccups in stride. We arrived home to a spotless house and both Kuma and Kiba looked as though they had been taken well care of during our trip. Would definitely recommend Ann and John as housesitters and would choose them again!
Ann & John were amazing. It was our first experience with having house sitters. They cared for our dog like he was their own and we came home to a clean and tidy house. They even left fresh fruit and milk for us. We got regular photo's and updates during our time away which was lovely.
Ann & John were amazing and we would highly recommend them. Wonderful people that took great care of Bronte and Willow and looked after our house and pool beautifully. They even did gardening and tidying up outside and had the yard looking better than when we left. A lovely warm and wonderful couple.
Well we could not have chosen a more perfect couple in Ann and John for our Housesitter. The dog, cat, house and property were looked after as if they were their own. We would recommend them to anyone....200%. Such an amazing feel to come home and everything was how we left it 8 weeks before. Thank u soooo much.
What a pleasure to have Ann & John here for a week looking after our cats and home. We can recommend them 200% Thanks very much Ann and John - if you're available another time we'd be delighted to see you again.
Ann and John are great sitters. Prior to the sit we had email contact and were able to stay together two days before our departure. We felt very comfortable about leaving our house and cat in their hands. Ann kept regular email or whatsapp contact and sent photos so we knew how happy and well cared our cat was. There were a few issues with the house during their stay, that they dealt with brilliantly. After two month we came home to a clean house, happy cat and what a treat, fruits in the bowl ... MoreAnn and John are great sitters. Prior to the sit we had email contact and were able to stay together two days before our departure. We felt very comfortable about leaving our house and cat in their hands. Ann kept regular email or whatsapp contact and sent photos so we knew how happy and well cared our cat was. There were a few issues with the house during their stay, that they dealt with brilliantly. After two month we came home to a clean house, happy cat and what a treat, fruits in the bowl and a few delicious things in the fridge. We are happy to recommend Ann and John for any future housesits.

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Ann and John were very reliable, good communicators and looked after our overgrown ranch like it has never been looked after before. We were away for three months and came back to tidiness and a cat looking very well, in spite of its protestations that it hadn't been fed while we were away. :-D Ann and John, we would be delighted to recommend you for any house-sit. Well done and thank you.
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John was a most caring and trusted person. He kept the house spotless, the lawns and edges mowed, the gardens weeded and shrubs pruned. A workaholic. Our cat was spoilt. We would love to have him back.
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Ann and John was the loveliest people that could have possibly stayed in our house with our dog Gigi. They were loving and kind towards Gigi and we all instantly warmed to them. They not only did a great job looking after the property and plants, but left the home and surrounds in a much better condition by doing jobs in and around the house. I cannot think of anyone better to look after a property and pets than these two lovely people.
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Need a house sitters, go no further than Ann and John. These are the first house sitters we have had and be assured they are the best. Ann and John arrived at our home and we knew that our two dogs would love these two, they not only came as house sitters they left as friends. The house was immaculate, John had done all our gardens and our homecoming was made even more special as Ann had tea all arranged for us. If references are ever required please contact me as any reference we give ... MoreNeed a house sitters, go no further than Ann and John. These are the first house sitters we have had and be assured they are the best. Ann and John arrived at our home and we knew that our two dogs would love these two, they not only came as house sitters they left as friends. The house was immaculate, John had done all our gardens and our homecoming was made even more special as Ann had tea all arranged for us. If references are ever required please contact me as any reference we give will glow. We went away relaxed knowing our home and dogs would be looked after. Ann kept us updated and also sent photos. We cannot speak high enough of these two wonderful sitters.

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Ann and John have just completed six months of house-sitting for us. From the first meeting with Ann and John we were confident that they would be able to take care of our home and gardens. While we were away they took care of any little problems that occurred and kept in regular contact with us. Upon our return - we came back to a spotlessly clean home and our gardens and outdoor areas have never looked so good. We would highly recommend Ann and John for any further house-sitting ... MoreAnn and John have just completed six months of house-sitting for us. From the first meeting with Ann and John we were confident that they would be able to take care of our home and gardens. While we were away they took care of any little problems that occurred and kept in regular contact with us. Upon our return - we came back to a spotlessly clean home and our gardens and outdoor areas have never looked so good. We would highly recommend Ann and John for any further house-sitting assignments.

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John and Ann were great. Extremely helpful. Everything was well cared for in our absence. We would definitely have them back.
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