• Suburb : CAPE TRIBULATION 4873
  • Region : Far North
  • State : Queensland
  • Duration : 62 days
  • Arrive : 29-Feb-2016
  • Depart : 30-Apr-2016
  • Pet care required :
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Requirements

We are looking for a couple to house and pet sit at our beautiful home in the Daintree Rainforest for a period of 2 months. This is a very special property nestled in one of the most beautiful corners of the world.

The home is perched on the top of a hill with incredible views across the rainforest to the ocean from all areas of the house, deck and from the pool. It is completely off grid, but with a large solar power and rain/ bore water system so you experience sustainable living with a level of comfort and luxury you would expect in a modern city dwelling. The appliances (everything except a TV) are European and near new. The solar system is also near new - it is 'state of the art' and requires practically no maintenance and has a backup generator. We may be off grid, but the house is well connected to the outside world. Telstra mobile phones will have reception at the house and a landline is available. We are also connected to NBN satellite and 20 GB per month is provided. It is requested that we receive regular emails during your stay to keep us updated. The road and access to the house is sealed and accessible to any vehicle easily.

The property is a small acreage and some daily work will be required to maintain the garden and house. This includes mowing (ride on), pruning and enjoying our vegetable and fruit garden that is in the making. The cleared land is around 1 acre with the remaining acres on the property being rainforest with some paths to enjoy. The maintenance is made easy thanks to our comprehensive assortment of gardening and work tools that are available in the large shed. Your painting skills (if you have any!) could be put to good use, but this is not essential.

Added to this beautiful vista are two beautiful black fluffy (non-shedding) 1 year old dogs - these are a full size standard male Labradoodle and a smaller female Portuguese Water Dog. The Water Dog was born blind but is very capable and independent. Both puppies will need plenty of love and attention, including regular exercise (stunning beaches, creeks and waterholes nearby to explore) and keeping up with some light training (they are though very well behaved....most of the time....). You will need to have transport (or there is potential that a vehicle could be provided) and be willing to have the dogs travel in that transport for their beach walks (dog proof seat cover available).

The nearest town, Mossman, is a 40 minute drive away and provides ready access to all necessities including a Woolworths and full medical facilities. A further 10 minutes on from there is the beautiful tourist town of Port Douglas which is easy to do as a day trip from the Daintree. Back at the house, there is a cafe/ restaurant that is walking distance away, and a small service station, a pub, and more restaurants and cafes at nearby Cape Tribulation.

This house sit is a unique opportunity to stay in the magical and peaceful Daintree Rainforest and experience an incredible, relaxing lifestyle in an eco home with a high level of comfort and amenities. It comes with a pool, hammocks, a bath with a view across the rainforest - and to complete the package two very cute dogs to keep you company and entertained.

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