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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Karaka, Auckland
Lifestyle Block
House sitter needed to watch over our house and keep our cat company. House situated in a lovely- 8th Aug 2023 - 6th Sep 2023
- 29 days
- Farm House
- Yes
Waitara, Taranaki
House and pet minder wanted
I have a small cottage in Waitara and I am looking for some one who is confident with- 15th Jan 2024 - 27th Feb 2024
- 43 days
- Cottage
- Yes
Parnell, Auckland
Parnell, Auckland – Mimi need...
We have a very special 4 year old pussy cat called Mimi who is half Main Coon and- 25th Sep 2023 - 26th Oct 2023
- 31 days
- House
- Yes
Tīrau, Waikato
farm setting
feed cooks mow- 11th Sep 2023 - 25th Oct 2023
- 44 days
- House
- Yes
Paraparaumu, Wellington
Suburban home
Large comfortable home, no- 26th Aug 2023 - 7th Oct 2023
- 42 days
- House
- No
Avondale, Auckland
Family Home
Hi, my name is Kim. I have a lovely, sunny 3 bedroom unit in Avondale. There is a- 25th Sep 2023 - 4th Nov 2023
- 40 days
- Unit
- Yes
Thames, Waikato
Large villa , central Thames Hi
Hi there , A cosy large villa , with a cute kitty. Close to shops , beaches and- 23rd Aug 2023 - 26th Oct 2023
- 64 days
- House
- Yes
Hakataramea Valley, Canterbury
South Canterbury Home/Pet Sitters
Waimate township, room for own camper or stay in house, 2 female labs to look after ( 12- 17th Apr 2026 - 17th Apr 2026
- 0 days
- House
- Yes
Lincoln, Canterbury
Seeking house sitter
Easy care executive home with central heating, quiet private setting, walking distance to local amenities. Two lovely dogs- 5th Sep 2023 - 13th Oct 2023
- 38 days
- House
- Yes
Flat Bush, Auckland
Home Stay
Hi, We are planning to visit overseas during Christmas period and is looking for someone to stay with- 1st Jan 2024 - 7th Jan 2024
- 6 days
- House
- Yes
Birkenhead, Auckland
Large House with pool in Birkenhead...
Large modern 5 bedroom house in Birkenhead, Auckland with our much loved Maltese Poodle “Barnie”. House is on- 2nd Jul 2023 - 3rd Sep 2023
- 63 days
- House
- Yes
Tahawai, Bay of Plenty
5* views and native bush in sunny B...
Very private and comfortable house located 4 kms from Katikati. 3ha of pristine native bush plus extensive views- 4th Sep 2023 - 18th Oct 2023
- 44 days
- House
- Yes
Totara Vale, Auckland
Auckland home
We have a young schnoodle puppy called Reggie, who will be a little over a year old when- 7th Dec 2023 - 8th Jan 2024
- 32 days
- House
- Yes
Dunedin, Otago
Diary goat farm sit
Kia ora, we are Johanna and Neil, a German – Australian artist couple. When we need house sitters,- 24th Apr 2024 - 24th Jun 2024
- 61 days
- House
- Yes
Nūhaka, Hawke's Bay
Lifestyle block in Nuhaka
Cottage close to Mahia Peninsula, no pets. Hi there, we are looking for a lovely person(s) to look- 31st Aug 2023 - 16th Oct 2023
- 46 days
- Cottage
- Yes
katikati, Bay of Plenty
House sitter needed
Hi, meet out pets….! We have got two cats Besito 4y (ginger cat) & Belle 1y (Grey tubby).- 5th Jun 2023 - 27th Jul 2023
- 52 days
- Unit
- Yes
Campbells Bay, Auckland
House
Nice modern house in Campbells Bay, beautiful, quiet bush setting near the beach. Our beautiful little dog needs- 15th Jun 2023 - 2nd Aug 2023
- 48 days
- House
- Yes
Matakana, Auckland
Lovely house right in the Village
This is more of a pet sitting than house sitting role. The house is large, warm and modern- 25th Jun 2023 - 17th Aug 2023
- 53 days
- House
- Yes
Makarau, Auckland
Seeking experienced Pet & House...
Hello, we are seeking an experienced pet and house sitter for our lovely little slice of private paradise- 27th Sep 2023 - 29th Oct 2023
- 32 days
- Farm House
- Yes
Masterton, Wellington
New home on one hectare
Modern home of just five years on the edge of town. No pets but a large lawn to- 8th Aug 2023 - 24th Oct 2023
- 77 days
- House
- Yes
Waipu, Northland
Seeking house/pet sitter
Our family home has a lovely rural outlook on the outskirts of Waipu township. We have a lot- 4th Jun 2023 - 15th Jul 2023
- 41 days
- House
- Yes
Kirwee, Canterbury
4bdrm house on Lifestyle Block
We have a modern 4 bedroom house on a lifestyle block (7000sqm) located in Kirwee, 30mins from Christchurch.- 28th May 2023 - 25th Jun 2023
- 28 days
- House
- Yes
Rangiora, Canterbury
Modern warm 3 bdrm home
Hi ????????, we are away from June 7th- July 26th for six weeks. There is one cat (Ben)- 7th Jun 2023 - 26th Jul 2023
- 49 days
- House
- Yes
Lincoln, Canterbury
House & Pet Sitter Wanted for g...
Hi, We are heading to UK for 5 weeks and are looking for a couple to house and- 17th Jun 2023 - 22nd Jul 2023
- 35 days
- House
- Yes
Orini, Waikato
Seeking House Sitters
We are a retired couple from the UK and have lived in NZ for 10 years. We have- 7th Aug 2023 - 12th Sep 2023
- 36 days
- House
- Yes
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