Long Term House Sitting (4 weeks +)
Long Term House Sitting in New Zealand
Long term house sitting in New Zealand is a unique way to immerse yourself in the community and experience real life in a new location.
In addition to providing a unique cultural experience, long-term house sitting can also be an affordable way to travel and live in a new location. As a house sitter, you’ll have the opportunity to live rent-free and save money on accommodation while exploring all that New Zealand has to offer.
Many homeowners prefer to have their property looked after by a reliable and trustworthy house sitter for an extended period, which can range from a few months to a year or more. There are plenty of long-term house-sitting jobs in New Zealand, listed on NZ House Sitters.
To filter and view active house sitting jobs, use our search page.
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New Plymouth, Taranaki
Small Lifestyle Property Near New P...
Our home is small, warm and cosy with all day sun. We have amazing views of Mount Taranaki,- 23rd Jun 2026 - 15th Aug 2026
- 53 days
- House
- Yes
Whangamatā, Waikato
Coastal Home & Large Dog Whanga...
Hi, we need a house sitter to look after our 10 year old mastiff cross Blaze, in her- 13th Jun 2026 - 17th Sep 2026
- 96 days
- House
- Yes
Waipukurau, Hawke's Bay
Hilltop villa
Hi, we’re looking for a sitter to care fir for our 2 cats, 2 friendly dogs and a- 12th Jun 2026 - 19th Jul 2026
- 37 days
- Townhouse
- Yes
Napier, Hawke's Bay
House, Napier City
Hi there, we are heading overseas for approx. 5 weeks in September. We have a very active 4yr- 4th Sep 2026 - 11th Oct 2026
- 37 days
- House
- Yes
Wellsford, Auckland
Small Farm
Hi We are going overseas to visit family and would like someone to live in the house and- 22nd May 2026 - 5th Jul 2026
- 44 days
- Farm House
- Yes
Upper Hutt, Wellington
Modern rural home
Very modern new build home in a stunning private rural location. 4 bedrooms, master with ensuite bathroom. We- 8th Jun 2026 - 2nd Sep 2026
- 86 days
- Farm House
- Yes
Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
Seeking responsible house sitter
3 bedroom home with open plan kitchen, dining and lounge in a quiet cul de- 25th Aug 2026 - 3rd Oct 2026
- 39 days
- House
- Yes
Silverdale, Auckland
Hibiscus Coast Family Home with Dog...
We are looking for highly recommended, experienced house/dog sitters to look after our family home with our loveable,- 15th Jul 2026 - 30th Sep 2026
- 77 days
- House
- Yes
Te Horo, Wellington
Kapiti Coast Lifestyle Stay – Dog...
We are looking for a reliable house sitter to enjoy our peaceful Te Horo lifestyle property for one- 21st Jun 2026 - 22nd Jul 2026
- 31 days
- House
- Yes
Hamilton, Waikato
Complex townhouse
Looking for a house/pet sitter in Hamilton NZ. One month stay, taking care of little- 22nd May 2026 - 21st Jun 2026
- 30 days
- Townhouse
- Yes
New Plymouth, Taranaki
Private one-acre section, large hou...
Private one-acre property just 10 minutes from New Plymouth town centre. Ideal for a reliable work-from-home sitter who- 24th Aug 2026 - 10th Oct 2026
- 47 days
- House
- Yes
Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty
Seeking house sitter
I am seeking a house sitter from the 12th May until the 23rd June. I live in Marton- 12th May 2026 - 23rd Jun 2026
- 42 days
- House
- Yes
Whangārei, Northland
Quiet country home
My parents are looking for a house sitter for their place. It is a 3 acre property 15mins- 17th Jul 2026 - 30th Aug 2026
- 44 days
- House
- Yes
Hamilton, Waikato
Hamilton Home
Four-bedroom home close to all amenities in Hamilton, built in 2011 – modern all on one level. House- 6th Jun 2026 - 10th Jul 2026
- 34 days
- House
- Yes
KAIKOURA, Canterbury
Coastal House on the Kaikoura Penin...
- 28th Jul 2026 - 25th Aug 2026
- 28 days
- House
- Yes
West Melton, Canterbury
Active Sitter wanted to look after ...
We are looking for an active petsitter who will enjoy looking after our indoor and outdoor animals while- 19th Oct 2026 - 3rd Dec 2026
- 45 days
- House
- Yes
Kinloch, Waikato
Lifestyle block and house
Hi there, we have a decent sized house with a few acres and a energetic but friendly loving- 19th Jun 2026 - 28th Jun 2026
- 9 days
- House
- Yes
Upper Hutt, Wellington
House Sitter for My Two Life Compan...
4 bedroom new/modern home all on one level located in Silverstream, Upper Hutt. Very private and quiet but- 20th Apr 2026 - 19th May 2026
- 29 days
- House
- Yes
Raglan, Waikato
House and animal sitter for ‘...
I am looking for a caring, reliable, tidy and quiet single house and animal sitter for my house- 20th Aug 2026 - 12th Oct 2026
- 53 days
- House
- Yes
Christchurch, Canterbury
Townhouse
It is a 2 bedrooms townhouse furnished bedrooms with all basic ammenities provided in the house. You have- 20th Apr 2026 - 20th May 2026
- 30 days
- Unit
- Yes
Pirinoa, Wellington
Explore the Wairarapa
Wairarapa has so much to see and we are based up a rural road ten minutes from the- 12th Apr 2026 - 18th May 2026
- 36 days
- Farm House
- Yes
Levin, Manawatū-Whanganui
House Sitter Wanted – Enjoy a Pea...
House Sitter Wanted – Enjoy a Peaceful Stay in Our Comfortable Home (4 Weeks) Hello 😊 We are- 15th Apr 2026 - 13th May 2026
- 28 days
- House
- Yes
Ashhurst, Manawatū-Whanganui
Cozy country lifestyle block
We live on a 4 acre lifestyle block in a peaceful location surrounded by trees. We have 2- 12th May 2026 - 12th Jun 2026
- 31 days
- House
- Yes
Rolleston, Canterbury
House & Pet Sitter Wanted in Ro...
We’re looking for a reliable house sitter to look after our 3 bedroom home and low-maintenance greyhound from- 10th Dec 2026 - 10th Jan 2027
- 31 days
- House
- Yes
Wellington, Wellington
permanent home
We live in Seatoun, Wellington, and have 2 cats and one miniature schnauzer, who is 5 years old.- 30th Apr 2026 - 4th Jun 2026
- 35 days
- House
- Yes
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