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Renata

Renya

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About me

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39, Teacher

Kia Ora,
My name is Renata and I have been house sitting for almost a decade for friends and strangers that I was put in touch with. Finally I decided to use this website to do more housesitting and to travel around New Zealand more often.
I am based in Wellington (but happy to travel all over for a weekend or 3 day weekend ) as I work as a relief teacher with flexible working hours, and can block days off in advance for special circumstances.
I love animals and grew up in a household ... Read more
Kia Ora,
My name is Renata and I have been house sitting for almost a decade for friends and strangers that I was put in touch with. Finally I decided to use this website to do more housesitting and to travel around New Zealand more often.
I am based in Wellington (but happy to travel all over for a weekend or 3 day weekend ) as I work as a relief teacher with flexible working hours, and can block days off in advance for special circumstances.
I love animals and grew up in a household with chickens, geese, cats and dogs. I love traveling therefore can not have a pet of my own, so pet sitting is the closest I can get at the moment in having a pet. I have a Permaculture Design Certificate so I can definitely help in the garden or around the house. I am really interested in off grit houses, organic and regenerative agriculture as well as mini houses.
I am environmentally conscious and I try to live as sustainably as it is possible in my own means. I understand the scarcity of water, electricity and gas, so you wouldn't have to worry about your bills skyrocketing after my stay. I always leave the home I stayed at cleaner than when I arrived.
I don't drink and don't smoke and in free time I like reading, doing yoga and making jewellery. On sunny days I like hiking (and foraging local edible plants ), camping and swimming and on rainy I like making sauerkraut, fermented food and chocolate.

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Pet care

petsWilling to care for these pets

DogsDogs
CatsCats
FishFish
BirdsBirds
Rabbits/Guinea PigsRabbits/Guinea Pigs
Chickens/Ducks/GeeseChickens/Ducks/Geese
Farm AnimalsFarm Animals
HorsesHorses
ReptilesReptiles

Trust

Platinum member36 months+
reviews5 star reviews

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eventCurrent bookings

2026: 10 May - 31 Aug

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Preferences

scheduleHouse sit duration

0 - 1 week, 1 - 2 weeks, 2 - 4 weeks, 1 - 2 months, 2 months +

where_to_votePreferred locations

Anywhere in New Zealand

rv_hookupHas Caravan/Motorhome


Reviews (7)

Renata looked after my home and animals for two nights. I couldn't have been happier. Everything was perfect. I couldn't recommend her more. Thank you so much Renata! I look forward to next time!
Renata stepped in at the last minute when our booked sitter pulled out. I was very appreciative of that. She was very courteous and helpful. She was great with the dogs and left the house very clean. She even washed the sheets. I would have no hesitation in recommending her to other dog owners.
Renata was a brilliant sitter - friendly, easy to communicate with, reliable, organised and super clean and tidy. We felt confident that our house and dog were in excellent hands and this was confirmed when we returned home; she had even washed our kids' sheets for us and changed the beds! We feel lucky to have found Renata and hope that she and Benjamin will sit for us again. I have no hesitation in recommending Renata to others.
Renata was great looking after our house and pets. Good communication, and very kindly washed and changed all the linen for us, much appreciated. Would definitely welcome Renata to our house again.
Experience with Renata was great! She was communicative and respectful, and took good care of my dog Bella. House was left in a very tidy state, highly recommended!
Renata did a really great job looking after my house and dog, and I highly recommend her! She left the house in an impeccable, clean, condition. Roxy the dog was happy and healthy, and had been taken excellent care of. She was helpful and flexible for dropping off and picking up the keys, and had excellent, clear, prompt, communication.
Renata did a lovely job with our animals while we were away. Communication was top notch and seeing our dogs relaxed when we came back shows they were well looked after. Thanks for doing the little extras like folding the washing that we'd left under cover. Recommended.
Garden Maintenance

Green garden!

Make sure the garden and pot plants are thriving when you get back - get a house sitter.