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Lizzy & Lester

Lizzy and Lester

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61, Ambulance Officer

61, Retired Ambulance officer

An English couple in our 60’s, with a background as Ambulance Officers and a lifetime of experience caring for animals. We’re reliable, non smokers who will take genuine care of your home & pets.

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House sitting lets us immerse ourselves in places beyond the typical tourist path. We love the feeling of caring for a home and pets while exploring new areas with purpose.

Kia ora! We're Lizzy and Lester, an English couple in WA, who value calm living and meaningful travel.
We're joining HouseSitters New Zealand to explore the country in a slower way while offering homeowners complete peace of mind.
We are both Ambulance Officers so responsibility, reliability and calm problem-solving are second nature to us. I (Lizzy) grew up on a farm on Exmoor, UK and later owned a hobby farm in WA, hence I’m comfortable and experienced with all sorts of animals and property ... Read moreKia ora! We're Lizzy and Lester, an English couple in WA, who value calm living and meaningful travel.
We're joining HouseSitters New Zealand to explore the country in a slower way while offering homeowners complete peace of mind.
We are both Ambulance Officers so responsibility, reliability and calm problem-solving are second nature to us. I (Lizzy) grew up on a farm on Exmoor, UK and later owned a hobby farm in WA, hence I’m comfortable and experienced with all sorts of animals and property maintenance. Lester has retired recently as an Ambulance officer to live a slow more peaceful life and enjoy the beauty of the world.
I also worked with international students at TAFE for many years and as a Customs Officer at Perth Airport.
Together, we've raised dogs, looked after neighbours pets and currently care for our two very loved cats at home as well as our Daughters Whippet Nida.

Our Animal & Property Experience
• Dogs, cats, chickens, sheep, cows, horses, ducks, geese and rabbits.
• Medication support, feeding routines and lots of love.
• Basic property upkeep from years on farms.
• Respectful, attentive care for indoor and outdoor spaces.

Our House-Sitting Style
We treat every home as if it were our own. We are clean and organised.
As non smokers who value a tidy environment, we will ensure you'll return to a home that feels fresh, well-kept and exactly how you left it.
If you'd like updates, we're happy to send photos and check-ins. If you prefer privacy, we keep things simple and seamless.

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Pet care

Growing up on a farm in the wilds of Exmoor in the UK, with sheep, cows, horses, ducks, geese and chickens has given me much experience and confidence. I’ve also owned dogs, cats and rabbits. We have 2 gorgeous Siberian Forest cats and regularly have my grand baby Nida, my daughter’s whippet to ... Read moreGrowing up on a farm in the wilds of Exmoor in the UK, with sheep, cows, horses, ducks, geese and chickens has given me much experience and confidence. I’ve also owned dogs, cats and rabbits. We have 2 gorgeous Siberian Forest cats and regularly have my grand baby Nida, my daughter’s whippet to sleep over.

I have house sat in Perth for a family with a collie and regularly walked a Dalmatian for a businessman who worked long hours.
I’ve looked after many dogs pet sitting and one very special one who was deaf. She was a joy to walk and look after.

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petsWilling to care for these pets

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

agricultureFarm experience

I grew up on farm on Exmoor, UK, with sheep, cows, horses, ducks, geese and chickens. All my relations and both sets of grandparents had farms hence I’m very use to many aspects of farm life and it’s ups and downs. Administering medications to your pet won’t be a problem.
From milking a cow ... Read moreI grew up on farm on Exmoor, UK, with sheep, cows, horses, ducks, geese and chickens. All my relations and both sets of grandparents had farms hence I’m very use to many aspects of farm life and it’s ups and downs. Administering medications to your pet won’t be a problem.
From milking a cow or goat to tending your veggie patch you can be rest assured that we will treat your home and pets, farm animals as if they are our own.

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eventCurrent bookings

2026: 11 Jul - 6 Sep | 8-15 Sep | 16 Sep - 24 Oct | 10 Dec - 20 Feb 2027

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scheduleHouse sit duration

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

where_to_votePreferred locations

South Island: ALL  

travelTravel plans

We will be in the Tasman, Marlborough region from early September to mid December 2026 and again from mid February to late April 2027.

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