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House Sitting in central west

House sitting and pet care in Central West, New South Wales—whether you are in the city centre, inner suburbs, or the wider area.

Lifestyle Guide

Navigating Central West New South Wales as a house sitter requires a reliance on personal transport. Local public transport is minimal, so a car is essential for everything from weekly grocery runs to a larger regional town – like Orange, Bathurst, or Dubbo – to managing pet appointments at the nearest veterinary clinic. This is a region defined by its wide open spaces and a slower daily rhythm, where 'running errands' often means a scenic, unhurried drive. Understanding the local road network, particularly unsealed sections, becomes part of the routine when considering daily outings or an emergency for your charges. For pet exercise, many properties offer generous yards, but exploring beyond means discovering the region's unique walking opportunities. Quiet country roads provide ample space for dog walks, though vigilance for farm vehicles is wise. Within towns, local parks offer designated areas, often with shaded spots. Sourcing fresh food is manageable; larger supermarkets are found in the regional hubs, complemented by excellent local farmers' markets on weekends for produce. Access to a local café for a morning coffee after a pet walk is a common, pleasant daily ritual, reflecting the community focus here. Always consider the climate extremes – hot, dry summers and cold winters – when planning outdoor time for your animals.

Open Assignments

4 Open Now

wirrinya, New South Wales

29 Day Stay Starts 11 Sept 2026
Responsiveness

Winter maintenance of the garden and pool. Feed and exercise three dogs.

blayney , New South Wales

12 Day Stay Starts 27 Nov 2026
Responsiveness

There are actually 2 residences that have pets to be fed but one doesn’t need to be occupied all the time. At my main residence, 26 Athol St Blayney I have 2 cats and 2 dogs, the dogs sleep inside in crates and do require occupation. My husbands address 12 Hill St Blayney, has 2 German shepherd’s that require feeding once a day and water to be cleaned and filled. We would like the carer to come over earlier for feeding instructions and general care. None of the pets take any medications. Vet ...

millthorpe, New South Wales

14 Day Stay Starts 13 Dec 2026
Responsiveness

We have a dog called Pepper, very kind and friendly. We have a cat called Ivy, a little bit of a snob. We have a garden that will require occasionally watering. We need full time care and someone to stay in our house

wirrinya, New South Wales

0 Day Stay Starts
Responsiveness

Water the garden Maintain the pool Care for our dogs and cats

Recent Activity (Past 3 Months)

blayney , New South Wales

12 Day Stay Listed 27 Nov 2026

There are actually 2 residences that have pets to be fed but one doesn’t need to be occupied all the time. At my main residence, 26 Athol St Blayney I have 2 cats and 2 dogs, the dogs sleep inside in crates and do require occupation. My husbands address 12 Hill St Blayney, has 2 German shepherd’s that require feeding once a day and water to be cleaned and filled. We would like the carer to come over earlier for feeding instructions and general care. None of the pets take any medications. Vet ...

millthorpe, New South Wales

14 Day Stay Listed 13 Dec 2026

We have a dog called Pepper, very kind and friendly. We have a cat called Ivy, a little bit of a snob. We have a garden that will require occasionally watering. We need full time care and someone to stay in our house

wirrinya, New South Wales

29 Day Stay Listed 11 Sept 2026

Winter maintenance of the garden and pool. Feed and exercise three dogs.

oberon, New South Wales

11 Day Stay Listed 19 May 2026

we have 2 cats and an elderly dog

forbes , New South Wales

18 Day Stay Listed 18 July 2026

Looking for a couple to look after ourv4 bedroom home and a very spoiled female carvoodle dog. Have room to park a van Easy to maintain home with pool Happy to pay a smallsum for fuel as it is so costly

forbes , New South Wales

18 Day Stay Listed 18 July 2026

Looking for a couple to look after ourv4 bedroom home and a very spoiled female carvoodle dog. Have room to park a van Easy to maintain home with pool Happy to pay a smallsum for fuel as it is so costly

orange, New South Wales

9 Day Stay Listed 19 Apr 2026

LOCATION: ORANGE NSW. Need a sitter comfortable with a walk in aviary containing cockatoos, galahs, magpies & pigeons. One large outside dog & two smaller mixed breed inside/outside dogs who will love to seep with you. Very comfortable home close to CBD, cafes, Pubs. Lake & walking trails, close to wineries & quaint sml localities.

goulburn , New South Wales

47 Day Stay Listed 19 Aug 2026

Two look after two small Shih Tzu 10 year dogs. They are very affectionate and well behaved and house trained. Charlie and Marley. Marley requires medication twice a day. They have long hair which requires brushing a few times a week. They are well behaved doing this. They go to a groomer as well. Our two indoor birds just need water and seed. Our chooks need feeding and eggs collected. Our home needs care when needed. We have indoor and outdoor pot plants and a small garden. We just ne...

wirrinya, New South Wales

31 Day Stay Listed 30 Mar 2026

Care for our beautiful garden and Labrador

parkes , New South Wales

94 Day Stay Listed 23 Mar 2026

House sit. Water plants. Feed and look after 2 dogs. Collect mail. A sausage dog and a Maltese shitzu. A garage can be available if need be.

mount fairy, New South Wales

54 Day Stay Listed 22 Feb 2026

We live on 100 acres of rolling farmland about 40 minutes from Canberra and 10 minutes from the charming town of Bungendore. Our lovey 3 bedroom home is surrounded by an establishing parkland garden. The house is off-grid. Excellent internet. Gourmet kitchen. Most of the garden has a watering system, some trees and garden beds need to be watered every few days in hot weather. Indoor plants also need watering. We have a gorgeous Labrador, a stable cat, two horses and a small herd of cows. ...

lithgow, New South Wales

6 Day Stay Listed 22 Jan 2026

Looking for someone to house sit our home and feed our pets. We have one cat and one dog.

run o waters, New South Wales

6 Day Stay Listed 01 Apr 2026

House sit and care for 2 Samoyed dogs. Dogs don’t need to be walked.

cowra, New South Wales

12 Day Stay Listed 26 Feb 2026

We have a modest 3 bedroom home, on a quarter of an acre in town. We are slowly renovating our home and the main bathroom and laundry are completed. We have evaporative cooling to helps to cool the heat of our summer days. We require someone to provide care for our 3 dogs, one giant breed a Newfoundland, she is our old girl and two very small Papillon who are nearly twelve months old. Unfortunately due to COVID our old girl does not cope with being left alone at all, which is why we require a...

boxers creek, New South Wales

23 Day Stay Listed 07 Nov 2025

Needed mature age person or couple preferably with own caravan set up to live on site at a rural property north of Goulburn. Property is 80 acres of bushland and around 20 mins north of Goulburn town. Access is via a road off the highway around 4km in. My elderly mother who has parkinsons is living in the house and needs assistance with very minimal things. She has support workers for cleaning, shopping and appointments. She only requires help with basic day to day things that could arise s...

orange, New South Wales

7 Day Stay Listed 21 Dec 2025

To look after our 2 indoor cats both around 12yrs. Monkey and Meeko (cats) are both indoor only - fed 4pm ish every night. 2 kitty litter trays, 1 self cleaning needs changing weekly. Debris removed daily from other. Some minor gardening in watering if no rain. Lawns mowed by contractor Our home was built in 1910, has been fully renovated, ducted A/C, modern kitchen gas and electric, new wet room shower and free standing bath, manageable garden, Walking tracks through park 2 min walk...

run-o-waters, New South Wales

3 Day Stay Listed 17 Oct 2025

Require someone to look after a 14 week old puppy. Still currently being toilet trained, very friendly and loves cuddles

bungonia , New South Wales

39 Day Stay Listed 07 Oct 2025

Mind two kelpies on 100 acres 15 mins from Goulburn

orange, New South Wales

16 Day Stay Listed 07 Oct 2025

Enjoy a stay in my house in Orange, it is fairly central being a five minute drive from the CBD but close to the road that will take you straight out to the mountain, lake, and wineries. The house is quite historic but nevertheless has ducted gas heating that is very effective over the cooler months (in Orange that can mean March until November:) Orange has good access to some pretty nature and camping spots. It is known for its food and wine. A very pretty place especially in Spring and Aut...

mudgee, New South Wales

12 Day Stay Listed 28 Sept 2025

Needing someone to live in to care for Dog, Cat, Chickens. You will be 10mins from town. Our home is comfortable and well cared for. Preference for a non smoker though outdoor area is fine

grenfell, New South Wales

116 Day Stay Listed 04 May 2026

House sit a 120-year-old beautiful historic fully renovated home (3 bed, 2 bath). Low maintenance gardens that require minor weeding and mowing lawns with our two zero turn ride on mowers (block is 2 acres with fruit trees, vineyard etc). We don't have pets and no pets allowed in the house. This is a great opportunity to live a historic regional town, and only 2.5 hours from the Blue Mountains, Canberra or Wagga Wagga. Undercover parking is available.

mount frome, New South Wales

14 Day Stay Listed 28 Sept 2025

House sit in comfortable home to feed 18yr old cat, Walk once or twice a day Kelpie 2yr dog. Also feeding chickens and watering pot plants when required. Non smokers please or if smoker only outside. Located 10min drive from Mudgee Town centre.

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