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Kaiapoi

Christchurch - Canterbury

Comfortable warm home with 2 pups and elderly puss

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Dates & location

date_range 19 Sep 2026 - 6 Oct 2026 (2 weeks 2 nights)

location_on Kaiapoi - View map

my_location Christchurch - Canterbury - Christchurch

Our home

We live in home built in 1998 but has been fully renovated and is warm and comfortable. It is a 4 bedroom property but the quest bedroom is downstairs next to downstairs bathroom facilities. The home is located down a private lane so is quiet, the neighbours are friendly. A 2 minute walk down the lane leads you to a large green area where we take the pups for their morning and night pee. We live close to beaches which the pups love visiting but there are plentiful walks within a couple of ... Read moreWe live in home built in 1998 but has been fully renovated and is warm and comfortable. It is a 4 bedroom property but the quest bedroom is downstairs next to downstairs bathroom facilities. The home is located down a private lane so is quiet, the neighbours are friendly. A 2 minute walk down the lane leads you to a large green area where we take the pups for their morning and night pee. We live close to beaches which the pups love visiting but there are plentiful walks within a couple of minutes from the house. There is plenty of parking.
We also live a 10 minute walk to the nearest supermarket and shops. There are some lovely cafes.

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favoriteWhat we love about our area

Superb area to walk the dogs, close to beaches and Waimak River walks.

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cabinHouse type:House

local_laundry_serviceFeatures

Wifi, Garage/Carport, BBQ, Air conditioner, Heater, Dishwasher, Smoke alarms

accessibleHome accessibility

Internal stairs, Very easy access and because guest bedroom is downstairs you will not need to go upstairs. Plenty of car parking at the home.

landscapeLocale

Suburban

near_meNearby

Airport, Buses, Supermarket, Shopping Centre, Golf, Gym/Yoga, Restaurants/Cafes, Pubs/Bars, Parks, Beach, Fishing/Boating

Our pets

DogsDogs (2)
CatsCats (1)
We have a beautiful golden retriever, Lara who is very easy to look after. She is a cruiser and loves cuddles and a brush. Lara is coming up six but acts like she is more 10. You may say she is lazy but she has always been a slow plodder, but she loves her walks.
Maicie is a 3 year old spoodle, who is incredibly affectionate and loves to sit on your knee when she is not bounding around. Different to Lara she is fast and curious on our walks.
Both dogs are friendly, Maicie in particular loves to play Chase with other dogs. Lara definitely does not just enjoys the pats looking on.
They need a good walk daily (1-1 1/2 hrs) but also get a 10 min morning walk down our lane for a pee and poop and then again at night before retiring to bed in their separate crates. They get fed twice daily, morning and evening.
We are home daily with them so it is important that they do not get left any longer than 4-5 hrs. They love your company.
We also have an elderly 17 year old rag doll, Mojo. He is no bother and sleeps for the majority of the day. He enjoys sitting on your lap. Mojo has a loud meow so we shut him in the living area at night so you can have a peaceful night sleep.

Our garden

local_floristGarden or plant care

Minimal - I love my garden and indoor plants but there will be minimal need.

About us

person Lyn

We are both retired so we treat our animals like family, they are pampered and well looked after.

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Important info

No special requirements other than keeping the house clean and tidy please.

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person_addGuests welcome:By arrangement

directions_carOwn transport required:Yes

petsPets welcome:No

smoking_roomsSmoking permitted:No

Reviews (3)

Looking after Lyn and Ian’s pets was such a lovely experience from start to finish. Coming into their home to find little welcome treats and Lyn’s home-baked goodies was such a kind and personal touch, it immediately made the stay feel cosy and special. Their pets were an absolute pleasure to care for and quickly became the highlight of our days. They all have such sweet personalities, and we already miss spending time with them. Their home was beautiful, comfortable, and so peaceful to ... MoreLooking after Lyn and Ian’s pets was such a lovely experience from start to finish. Coming into their home to find little welcome treats and Lyn’s home-baked goodies was such a kind and personal touch, it immediately made the stay feel cosy and special. Their pets were an absolute pleasure to care for and quickly became the highlight of our days. They all have such sweet personalities, and we already miss spending time with them. Their home was beautiful, comfortable, and so peaceful to stay in, and everything was communicated clearly and thoughtfully. We’re really grateful we had the opportunity to petsit for Lyn and Ian and would return in a heartbeat. Any future sitter will be very lucky to stay with them and their adorable pets.

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House-sitting for Lyn & Ian was an absolute dream sit. They were very generous & made me feel so welcomed into their home. Excellent communication, beautiful house to spend time in. Amazing treats for me when I arrived! - including some divine home baking - thank you so much Lyn, most unexpected, felt truly pampered.And the wonderful fur babies... Lara & Maicie are utterly adorable, well behaved, very responsive on our walks, very affectionate, I loved looking after them! Mojo is a fab cool ... MoreHouse-sitting for Lyn & Ian was an absolute dream sit. They were very generous & made me feel so welcomed into their home. Excellent communication, beautiful house to spend time in. Amazing treats for me when I arrived! - including some divine home baking - thank you so much Lyn, most unexpected, felt truly pampered.And the wonderful fur babies... Lara & Maicie are utterly adorable, well behaved, very responsive on our walks, very affectionate, I loved looking after them! Mojo is a fab cool cat who enjoys snuggles, and sleeping 😁. I would highly recommend Lyn, Ian & the gorgeous Lara, Maicie & Mojo.for house-sitting and would happily sit again without hesitation. Thanks for making it such an easy and enjoyable experience.

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Lyn and Ian’s home is beautiful, very tidy and well-maintained, and they always kept excellent communication with us. Lara, the precious and sweet Golden Retriever, won our hearts with her unmatched tenderness. Meicy, the poodle with a strong yet affectionate character, filled us with joy and warmth. And Mojo, the elegant and loving gentleman, provided us with unforgettable companionship. We truly enjoyed the beach walks with them, the nighttime strolls, and the harmonious coexistence of ... MoreLyn and Ian’s home is beautiful, very tidy and well-maintained, and they always kept excellent communication with us. Lara, the precious and sweet Golden Retriever, won our hearts with her unmatched tenderness. Meicy, the poodle with a strong yet affectionate character, filled us with joy and warmth. And Mojo, the elegant and loving gentleman, provided us with unforgettable companionship. We truly enjoyed the beach walks with them, the nighttime strolls, and the harmonious coexistence of their diverse personalities, always filled with love and mutual respect. This experience will forever remain in our hearts ♥️. NZ also holds a very special place in our memories, especially because of moments like these—sharing time with animals and exploring Kaiapoi and Chch. Many Thanks! Fran & Stef

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