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House Sitting Preferences
  • 1 - 2 weeks, 2 - 4 weeks, 1 - 2 months, 2 months +
  • Dog(s), Cat(s), Fish, Bird(s), Rabbit(s)/Guinea Pig(s), Chickens/Ducks/Geese, Reptile(s), Farm Animals
  • Yes
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  • South Island: ALL  
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  • 2023: 27Apr-1Jun2026
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Kiwis Fly the Coop

50's,

We are an active, mature (early 50's) couple and we've been travelling overseas for the past two years, house and pet sitting as we go. With 23 house sits successfully completed throughout Asia and Europe, we are experienced with all that is required with the responsibilities of caring for our host's pets and home.

We are now back on NZ soil and travelling throughout the country in our 7.3m caravan, house and pet sitting as we go.

Our first priority is always the pets in our care. We consider this as a job, not a holiday (we save that for 'between house sits). We are homebodies during our sits as we have found that we can bond with the pets so much better than being out and about every day.

We lived on a lifestyle block for over 20 years and have owned some much-loved animals including German Shepherds, cats, cows and sheep. We are very house proud, non-smokers and only social drinkers. We love long walks and like to keep as active as possible.

We have both been very involved in our local community which has included 17 years with the NZ Fire Service as a volunteer and also 6 years volunteering with St Johns Ambulance.

You can view our profile on another website that we use for our overseas house sitting assignments. I am happy to supply a link to our reviews on our overseas profile page.

We also have a travel blog website - Kiwisflythecoop and social media @kiwisflythecoop.

We have our own reliable transport and keep our plans flexible to be able to fit in with homeowners. Our only requirement is that we are able to park our caravan safely off the main road..

Reviews (8)
No rating Scotty & Linda were fantastic house/pet sitters. They kept in regular contact with us prior, confirming their arrival time and arrived in plenty of time for us to show them around and even have a coffee together. Everything was immaculate when we got home and pets were happy. We left for our wee holiday feeling very happy that all would be well on the home front. We would happily recommend them to others.
JOSEPHINE (Mangawhai North Island, Dec 2016 - 4 days)
Scotty and Linda were wonderful. Right from first contact, the communication was fantastic. They were even able to drop by so we could all meet before the sit commenced. During our holiday, we were provided with regular updates and photos of our very happy fur children. They went out of their way to care for our pets in the same manner that we do, perhaps more even! Both our dogs were very sad when they departed which showed just how much they committed themselves to the task. Scotty and Linda ... MORE
 
RACHAEL (Arrowtown , Oct 2020 - 1 week)
Scotty & Linda were amazing carers for our house and pooch! They kept us updated with regular photos while we were travelling and the house was spotless on our return, with washing done and fresh baking waiting for us. We would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for sitters. Thanks very much Scotty & Linda, we will catch up again soon :)
 
JULIE (Rangiora , Oct 2019 - 2 weeks 3 days)
We are extremely happy with the care & love Linda & Scotty gave our dogs and other animals and home, they kept us informed with messages and photo's on a regular basis, they spoilt the dogs with more walks, cuddles and play than even we do ( the dogs miss them). Linda and Scotty are extremely nice people and we felt an instant friendship with them and will not hesitate to ask them to look after our home and animals again. We have complete faith in them and would recommend them to anyone in an ... MORE
 
JANICE PATRICIA (Stanley Brook, Tapawera South Island, Sep 2019 - 1 month 1 week)
Awww thank you so much for your kind review. We'd love to catch up with you both again when next in the neighbourhood ❤️
Leander and I were very grateful to have had Linda and Scott look after our dog Aston, our cat and our house. We were regularly updated with photos of Aston being taken for walks etc and we never had any concerns at all during our 5 weeks away. We came home to our house presented as if it was ready for sale; it was immaculate, allowing us to relax and unpack casually.Also Linda had made us some fresh muffins and they are so good.I would highly recommend these to lovely guys as house sitters. ... MORE
 
LEANDER (Blenheim South Island, Aug 2019 - 1 month 1 week)
Scotty and Linda took wonderful care of our beloved dog Roxy, the chooks, our property and business. We were able to enjoy our holiday with peace of mind knowing that all was being taken care of. We recommend these guys unreservedly. They took very good care of our accommodation business as evidenced by the terrific reviews the guests left. They have a flair for this we believe! We are very grateful to have found them. Thanks Scotty and Linda! Roxy misses you too x
 
NIGEL (Barrytown South Island, Jun 2019 - 1 month 2 weeks)
Scotty and Linda house sat for us one month looking after our cat, canaries and 10 sheep. We couldn't have asked for a better couple to sit for us. We had regular updates keeping us informed how things were going. They went the extra mile around the house doing some outside jobs as well. I have no hesitation in recommending Linda & Scotty. They are a lovely warm couple with a genuine love for animals and the outdoors.
 
KAREN (Martinborough North Island, Apr 2019 - 4 weeks)
Thanks so much Karen for your kind words. We thoroughly enjoyed our time in your home and caring for your animals.
Scotty & Linda have been great Housesitters for us. When we met a few days prior to our trip we immediately felt at ease leaving our pets and house in their care. While we were away they kept us updated daily and we really appreciated the photos of their activities with Ted. Upon returning home our pets were very content and well cared for, the house was spotless and the lawns mowed. A pleasant surprise. We can highly recommend Scotty & Linda and look forward to staying in touch with them in ... MORE
 
REBECCA (Pokeno North Island, Feb 2019 - 1 week)
 
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With a house sitter looking after your pets, house and garden - you can really relax. Happy days.

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