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.

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Ashburton, Canterbury

Ashburton 13 Dec – 17 Jan

A lifestyle block on a quite street close to town. Older but comfortable 3 bedroom house with 1
  • 13th Dec 2022 - 17th Jan 2023

  • 35 days
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Methven, Canterbury

4-5 week housesitting in a brand ne...

Our new build will be complete just before we head away in December. We would love for an
  • 20th Dec 2022 - 20th Jan 2023

  • 31 days
  • House
  • Yes
  • No
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Tairua, Waikato

Tairua Retreat

Set across the road to the inner Tairua harbour,large 4 bed house on flat section, close to shops
  • 8th Apr 2023 - 1st Aug 2023

  • 115 days
  • House
  • Yes
  • No
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Whangaparāoa, Auckland

Looking for house sitter 6 weeks du...

Hi We are heading overseas for 6 weeks and looking for a house sitter for our small dog,
  • 19th Sep 2022 - 30th Oct 2022

  • 41 days
  • House
  • Yes
  • No

Motueka Valley, Tasman

ARE YOU A COUPLE LOOKING FOR SHARED...

We are looking for a couple to share our off grid rural house and land in exchange for
  • 6th Mar 2022 - 31st Mar 2023

  • 390 days
  • House
  • Yes
  • Yes
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Waipukurau, Hawke's Bay

December holidays

Looking for the perfect match for our baby for approx. 1 month. She will be 10 months old,
  • 25th Nov 2022 - 4th Jan 2023

  • 40 days
  • House
  • Yes
  • No

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Being a House Sitter offers a world of opportunity, not only to save money on rent, but also to get to know other people and new places.

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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.

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