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House Sitting Preferences
  • 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, Horse(s)
  • I have been a house sitter and caretaker off and on for around 5 years on a lifestyle farm on Great Barrier Island. This was off-grid/solar, tank water, and required some orchard and general maintenance. Have a Class 2 & 4 truck licence and have driven a tractor, quad bike. Farm animals I have done a little: feeding chickens, ducks, cows.

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  • Anywhere in New Zealand
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SeanM

56, Software Designer

Hi I'm Sean, I am a self-employed software designer travelling New Zealand and working from my laptop.

I am fit, health-conscious, enjoy walks, the outdoors. I'm a non-smoker, non-drinker, but I can't do without my morning coffee!

I discovered house-sitting in 2018 when I was lucky enough to find a house-sit on Great Barrier Island where I became a caretaker looking after a lifestyle farm until 2023.

My ideal location is quiet and peaceful, with interesting local walks. and I'm happy to do basic chores like lawns, feed the chooks and look after pets.

I write my software about 8 hours during the day and I have my own internet hotspot, but I do appreciate internet if you have it available.

Feel free to contact me by phone or email or on facetime/whatsapp via my listed number.

Reviews (8)
Sean accepted the job and provided excellent communication after doing so. He was punctual and prepared on his arrival. He listened to what was required and carried out those duties perfectly. I know this because when we arrived home everything was in order, and it was clear that what I had tasked him with doing while we were away had been done. Our animals were happy and in great condition. It was good to be able to have someone like Sean who has experience with farm animals, (cows and ... MORE
 
RICHARD (Hunua , Nov 2024 - 2 weeks 6 nights)
Reliable plus Danny was well looked after and my lawns newly mowed made for a completely relaxing holiday. Thanks Sean.
 
JILL (Te Awamutu , Sep 2024 - 3 weeks - 1 of 2 endorsements from this owner )
Really happy that the dogs were well looked after and that they got on well with Sean. The younger one is a bit of a challenge, but Sean coped well, particularly given the appalling weather while we were away, which made exercising the dogs difficult.
 
KAT (Nikau Valley North Island, Aug 2024 - 4 weeks)
Sean did a great job life style block sitting for us. He looked after our two cats, Highland cattle, chooks and ducks. Would recommend Sean for any sit.
 
ANDREW & JANET (Ohakune , Jul 2024 - 4 weeks)
How refreshing to have someone confirm and actually arrive when he says and do such a wonderful job looking after my dog Danny. He was responsible, caring and scrupulously honest. I have already asked him to return for my next trip. I had a great break knowing everything was being looked after as I would have done. Thank you Sean.
 
JILL (Te Awamutu , May 2024 - 4 weeks - 2 of 2 endorsements from this owner )
Sean looked after our two dogs Harry and Sugar for two weeks. He had excellent communication before and during the house sit. He did a great job looking after the dogs and he left the property clean and tidy. I would definitely recommend Sean, he is a kind and capable sitter.
 
ERIN (Tairua North Island, Apr 2024 - 1 week)
Sean came to the rescue after my holiday got extended and needed to remain in MIQ for 2 weeks. He was flexible and that fitted in perfectly as we were unsure of our travel plans untill the last minute. Sean took great care of Kali and she looks really fit and healthy as he took her for longer walks than I usually would. Thanks Sean!
 
KIM (Corsair Bay South Island, Jul 2021 - 3 weeks)
Sean is an excellent house sitter and helped us in many ways. He is a self-contained, quiet, intelligent man and we are thankful he was here for us.
 
DAVE AND PAT (Gt Barrier Island North Island, Mar 2018 - 2 years)
 
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