Canterbury
House Sitters in Canterbury, New Zealand
Canterbury
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Craig
Recently retired business owner with multiple practical skills and life experience
Additional Info: Experience with Domestic Animals, Experience with Farm Animals, Non smoker, Police check available
Emer
Animal loving couple ready to care for your home and pets and plants who live there :)
Kia Ora 🙂 Kia Ora! We are Emer and Shane, a couple from Ireland who are coming toAdditional Info: Non smoker, References available
Katharina
Work and Traveller
Hello, my name is Katharina, and I’m 19 years old. I graduated from high school in March andAdditional Info: Non smoker, Police check available
Michael
Family for CHCH – Long Term House Sit
We are Michael (30), Seira (33), Hadley (4), and Harper (2) seeking a long term house sitting opportunityAdditional Info: Experience with Domestic Animals, Experience with Farm Animals, Non smoker, Police check available, References available
Kim
Mature Responsible House Sitter & Loving Pet Sitter
Hello I am an expat Kiwi returning to my homeland now that I have retired from the wineAdditional Info: Experience with Domestic Animals, Non smoker, Police check available, References available
Hester
Responsible, kind professional 30’s Brit/Kiwi couple seeks ChCh housesit July-early Sept
Kia ora! My partner and I (male/female, mid-thirties) are looking to look after a home in Christchurch fromAdditional Info: Experience with Domestic Animals, Non smoker, Police check available, References available
Summa
Warm and freindly tidy Auzzie house sitters
Available to care for your home or cottage including cleaning,garden care ,painting, some farm work, handy man, andAdditional Info: Experience with Domestic Animals, Experience with Farm Animals, Non smoker, Police check available, References available
fernando
Responsible and caring couple, animal and nature lovers.
We are Fer and Mica, a spanish couple excited to explore the world while lovingly caring for yourAdditional Info: Experience with Domestic Animals
Vaughan
Trustworthy and caring individual available to look after your home and pets with the utmost respect and attention.
Hello, and thank you for the opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Vaughan Schultz. I’m 47 yearsAdditional Info: Experience with Domestic Animals, Experience with Farm Animals, Non smoker, Police check available, References available
Louise
Scottish couple travelling New Zealand!
Hey! We are a couple from Scotland (26 and 27 years old) travelling New Zealand for the year.Additional Info: Experience with Domestic Animals, Non smoker
Naomi
Single experienced house sitter
I am a 31 year old female, currently working on my thesis as part of my degree. IAdditional Info: Experience with Domestic Animals, Non smoker, References available
Lady Nanette
Nurturing animal lover with years of experience with with my own and other people’s dogs and cats.
A New Zealand/Canadian with experience as a dog and cat owner, plus recent experience in house sitting andAdditional Info: Experience with Domestic Animals, Non smoker, Police check available, References available
Angela
Careful and respectful house sitter
I am a Kiwi living in Australia. My husband and I are travelling around NZ and seeking houseAdditional Info: Experience with Domestic Animals, Non smoker, Police check available, References available
Rick and Maria
Attentive and conscientious expat NZ couple
Hi, we live in Hervey Bay, Queensland having relocated from NZ 10 years ago. We both work partAdditional Info: Experience with Domestic Animals, Experience with Farm Animals, Non smoker, Police check available, References available
Bernie and Kathryn
Straight Up House Sitters
PROFILE – Kathryn and Bernie Kathryn O’Loughlin: 66, Retired Teaching Principal Bernie McNabb: 71, Retired Property Manager As a marriedAdditional Info: Non smoker, References available
Fiona
Your “Home Sweet Home” Sitter
Kia ora! I’m Fiona, and I love to visit my family around New Zealand every year. My childrenAdditional Info: Experience with Domestic Animals, Non smoker, References available
Brenda
Traveling & Caring Couple
Hey, we are Bee & Valou, french couple in our 30s, traveling through New Zealand for a one-yearAdditional Info: Experience with Domestic Animals, Non smoker
Fiona
House and pet carers
Experience house sitters who appreciate the importance of looking after your precious assets and pets. As homeowners, previousAdditional Info: Non smoker, References available
Dianne
Looking to purchase a home in the South Island
Additional Info: Experience with Domestic Animals, Experience with Farm Animals, Non smoker
Aleksandra
Ola and Jake
Kia Ora! We’re a friendly, responsible couple (I’m polish, my boyfriend’s kiwi) in our mid 20s travelling throughAdditional Info: Non smoker
Emily
Experienced house sitter + animal lover
Hi, I’m Emily. Born and raised in Nelson, I’ve lived abroad for the last 15 years and haveAdditional Info: Experience with Domestic Animals, Experience with Farm Animals, Non smoker, References available
Donna
Capable house sitter
I am a single retiree with plenty of life experience which includes house sitting and dog/cat/fish/plant minding. IAdditional Info: Experience with Domestic Animals, References available
William
House sitter looking to visit NZ for the first time!
I’m planning a trip to NZ, and house sitting is the perfect way for me to explore new
Kevin
Single Caring Housesitter
My name is Kevin Aarts and I’m a 29 year old Dutch guy who want to live aAdditional Info: Experience with Domestic Animals
Abigail
Tidy, work-from-home house-sitter.
Hi there! I’m Abigail (or just Abi), my partner Cole and I (both 25) would love to helpAdditional Info: Police check available, References available
Areas and cities within Canterbury
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Home Owners have peace of mind knowing that their home and pets are in safe hands and are getting the love they deserve. In exchange, house sitters get to live rent-free and save thousands.
Have peace of mind whilst you’re away, knowing that your home and pets are being looked after. On NZ House Sitters you can find that someone.
Pet & House Sitters in Canterbury
Looking for a house sitter in Canterbury? House sitting involves a person, couple or family staying in someones home while the owner is away, and often involves caring for the owners pets and plants. In exchange, house sitters get to stay for free. On NZ House Sitters Homeowners in Canterbury can find and connect with house sitters in CanterburyNZHouseSitters.co.nz is a meeting place for homeowners and house sitters in Canterbury, as well as all other regions and areas of New Zealand. Our website allows you to search for sitters based on location, dates needed, and other criteria, and may also provide information about the experience and references of each pet and house sitter.
When selecting a house sitter, it is important to thoroughly interview them and check references to ensure that they are reliable and responsible. You may also want to consider requiring a police check or background check for added peace of mind.
It is also a good idea to clearly communicate your expectations and make sure that the house sitter understands their responsibilities, such as taking care of your pets, watering plants, and handling any emergencies that may arise. Providing a detailed list of instructions and contact information can help ensure that everything runs smoothly while you are away.
Overall, house sitting can be a convenient and cost-effective solution for homeowners who want to have their home and pets taken care of while they are away. With a little research and careful planning, you can find a house sitter in Canterbury who will treat your home and pets with the same care and attention that you do. Home owners can register for free!