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House Sitting in richmond-tweed

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

Lifestyle Guide

Days in the Richmond-Tweed region often begin with the salty air and the promise of open spaces. Taking your canine companion along the paved path stretching from Kingscliff to Cabarita Beach offers a consistent morning routine with ocean views, a favourite among local dogs. Many are accustomed to these well-maintained tracks, making leash walks a pleasant experience for both of you. Alternatively, the quieter river paths along the Tweed or Brunswick Rivers provide shaded strolls, a good choice on warmer afternoons. You will find small, independent cafes scattered throughout towns like Brunswick Heads or Murwillumbah, perfect for a quick coffee while your charge rests nearby. Weekends invite deeper exploration of the unique hinterland and coastline. A Saturday morning might involve a trip to the Mullumbimby markets for fresh local produce and artisan goods, easily managed if your pet is happy at home for a few hours. For those with an active dog, the trails around Nimbin or sections of the Tweed Valley Rail Trail offer varied terrain and natural beauty, requiring a short drive. Always check local signage regarding dog access, as many national parks have restrictions. The region's unhurried pace generally allows ample time for errands, pet care, and personal discovery without feeling rushed. Beyond the daily walks, consider the extensive network of beach access points, many offering off-leash areas during specific times – a true joy for many pets. Exploring a new coastal town like Ballina for an afternoon often includes finding dog-friendly esplanades or riverside parks for a change of scenery. Transport links are primarily by car, so planning day trips is uncomplicated. Expect a relaxed rhythm to daily life; mornings often start early with the sun, while evenings encourage quiet enjoyment of the natural surroundings.

Open Assignments

7 Open Now

pottsville, New South Wales

34 Day Stay Starts 10 June 2026
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We’re looking for a lovely human to care for our beautiful kelpie Rosie while enjoying a little slice of beachside paradise.
 We live in a cosy two-bedroom apartment right on the beach, with incredible ocean views and a dog-friendly stretch of sand directly out the front. Think morning coffees watching the waves, salty sunsets, and barefoot beach walks. Here’s a link to the apartment on Airbnb to see photos: https://www.airbnb.com.au/rooms/1615649950629082125
 Rosie is a sweet, affectio...

east wardell, New South Wales

16 Day Stay Starts 25 July 2026
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Peaceful Acre Retreat – Seeking Animal Lovers for our Maremma & Border Collie! Hi there! We are looking for a reliable, animal-loving house sitter (or sitters) to look after our beautiful one-acre property in East Wardell while we are away from July 25th to August 10th. Our primary focus is ensuring our two beloved dogs are well-loved, fed, and kept company. 🐾 Our Furry Family Our Maremma: A loyal, gentle giant who takes her guardian role seriously but loves her family dearly....

yorklea, New South Wales

11 Day Stay Starts 18 Aug 2026
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We have 2 ponies, one who is a diabetic and has oral paste of a morning. 3 gold fish and 1 dog 🐕. A few plants to water. We lock ponies up about 7 am of a morning and feed them at lunch time. They get let out at 5 pm of an evening.

burringbar, New South Wales

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1. Two dogs to be cared for. Both loveable and obedient. Cattle dog is 11 years old and bitsa about 4. 2. watering the veg patch (if it doesn't rain) and pot plants as required. Welcome to take cuttings 3. mowing grass using a ride-on mower - optional as we can make other arrangements. 4. Small acreage block. 4. Three bedroom ten-year-old house that's easy to look after. House sitter will have their own fully furnished bedroom and bathroom. 5. Split system air con for the few hot da...

kunghur creek, New South Wales

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Farm stay in quiet rural area. We have 2 working dogs, 2 cats, 2 chooks, 1 cockateel, 2 horses and cattle. The farm house is the orIginal style workers cottage with high ceilings, 2 bedrooms, kitchen and living area, sunroom and dining area, bathroom with bath and walk in shower, Verandas around 3 sides of the house. Nearest town is 19 Klms, with a local store, coffee shop, post office, fuel, weekly market. There is plenty of space for a caravan or motor home, water and power available ...

woodburn, New South Wales

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Require someone willing to not cook meat in my small abode (fish okay) Any gender couple is okay but it is a small dwelling. I have a cat to be cared for. He's mostly inside but will go for escorted walks. He's a very gentle male. My place requires the right person/s as it's in the bush (very wet at present. No fire danger likely for some time to come). The toilet is a composting squat toilet. Excellent hot shower. The driveway is 3 very rough kilometres. Although in the dry, I don't en...

rosebank, New South Wales

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House-sitting, garden care and watering in a rural small cottage. Keep the place in order. Provide water for wildlife including birds, wallabies, koalas, bandicoots, bats and the occasional reptile for about a month as I will be away. Given the hot summer, I think best to have someone look after the place and enjoy this beautiful place. I was not evacuated in the November fires; my neighbour is the Chief of the Rosebank Rural Fire Service, and his property wraps around mine. You can bring a d...

Recent Activity (Past 3 Months)

east wardell, New South Wales

16 Day Stay Listed 25 July 2026

Peaceful Acre Retreat – Seeking Animal Lovers for our Maremma & Border Collie! Hi there! We are looking for a reliable, animal-loving house sitter (or sitters) to look after our beautiful one-acre property in East Wardell while we are away from July 25th to August 10th. Our primary focus is ensuring our two beloved dogs are well-loved, fed, and kept company. 🐾 Our Furry Family Our Maremma: A loyal, gentle giant who takes her guardian role seriously but loves her family dearly....

yorklea, New South Wales

11 Day Stay Listed 18 Aug 2026

We have 2 ponies, one who is a diabetic and has oral paste of a morning. 3 gold fish and 1 dog 🐕. A few plants to water. We lock ponies up about 7 am of a morning and feed them at lunch time. They get let out at 5 pm of an evening.

pottsville, New South Wales

34 Day Stay Listed 10 June 2026

We’re looking for a lovely human to care for our beautiful kelpie Rosie while enjoying a little slice of beachside paradise.
 We live in a cosy two-bedroom apartment right on the beach, with incredible ocean views and a dog-friendly stretch of sand directly out the front. Think morning coffees watching the waves, salty sunsets, and barefoot beach walks. Here’s a link to the apartment on Airbnb to see photos: https://www.airbnb.com.au/rooms/1615649950629082125
 Rosie is a sweet, affectio...

hastings point, New South Wales

34 Day Stay Listed 10 June 2026

We’re looking for a lovely human to care for our beautiful kelpie Rosie while enjoying a little slice of beachside paradise.
 We live in a cosy two-bedroom apartment right on the beach, with incredible ocean views and a dog-friendly stretch of sand directly out the front. Think morning coffees watching the waves, salty sunsets, and barefoot beach walks. Here’s a link to the apartment on Airbnb to see photos: https://www.airbnb.com.au/rooms/1615649950629082125
 Rosie is a sweet, affectio...

byron bay, New South Wales

10 Day Stay Listed 15 May 2026

Loving our indoor Persians (2), watering the garden

kingscliff, New South Wales

25 Day Stay Listed 26 Apr 2026

Townhouse in a beach suburb, small courtyard , 4 min walk to beach, restaurants, shops, supermarket. Walk the dog twice a day. Medium size well behaved cocker spaniel cross.

south golden beach, New South Wales

25 Day Stay Listed 05 Apr 2026

Am looking to go on a roadtrip in April. Need person/s to mind house and cat. Nice 3 bedroom house. Walking distance to the beach in very pretty, leafy South Golden Beach. Basically need someone to take care of my feline buddy, Bootsy.

lennox head, New South Wales

4 Day Stay Listed 07 May 2026

Frank is well behaved kelpie greyhound cross. I often refer to him as a little dog in a big dog body. He likes little dogs and he is very gentle. My house is 2 storey house and walking distance to the beach and freshwater lake. I have a few indoor plants and a small garden to water 1-2 times a week in summer but less in winter.

kunghur creek, New South Wales

0 Day Stay Listed

Farm stay in quiet rural area. We have 2 working dogs, 2 cats, 2 chooks, 1 cockateel, 2 horses and cattle. The farm house is the orIginal style workers cottage with high ceilings, 2 bedrooms, kitchen and living area, sunroom and dining area, bathroom with bath and walk in shower, Verandas around 3 sides of the house. Nearest town is 19 Klms, with a local store, coffee shop, post office, fuel, weekly market. There is plenty of space for a caravan or motor home, water and power available ...

east ballina, New South Wales

20 Day Stay Listed 21 May 2026

We are looking for someone or a couple to look after our adorable 12 year old pug, Billy Bob and black furballl cat Rebel. We are in the lovely East Ballina, views of the river inlet, 300m to the lighthouse with incredible views and 5 minutes walk to 2 beaches, an amazing Cafe and lovely restaurant. We are on the first floor of a quiet apartment block, up about 12 steps, with lovely neighbours.

banora point, New South Wales

50 Day Stay Listed 05 Sept 2026

10 year old golden retriever female dog. Large house, your own bedroom and bathroom. Need dog walked every couple of days and maybe a trip to the beach. Lots of cuddles and pats. Close to beaches, cinema, shopping centres. Beautiful area. Bit of garden to weed, lawns to be mowed. Endless supply of passionfruit 😃

east ballina, New South Wales

14 Day Stay Listed 27 Mar 2026

We are seeking someone to come and stay in our first floor (about 18 stairs up) unit in East Ballina to care for our lovely black furball cat Rebel. She is pretty self sufficient but loves just knowing someone is around. The apartment has some views to the river inlet, is about 300 m walk to the lighthouse and incredible views and 2 beaches, cafes and a restaurant within a 5 minute walk.

murwillumbah, New South Wales

28 Day Stay Listed 13 May 2026

Hi there, We live in a beautiful 3 bedroom cottage in the heart of Murwillumbah. Set on 37 Acres but only a 5 minute walk to the main street. It is very peaceful and quiet and close to all public services. The Southern end of the Gold Coast is only 30 mins, Byron Bay 45 mins, Cabarita and Kingscliff Beach only 20 mins. We have a tidy and clean home and looking for a Trustworthy, Caring house sitter's to enjoy it, as well as care for our animals. There is a stumpy tailed cattle dog name...

east ballina, New South Wales

16 Day Stay Listed 14 Mar 2026

put out the bins, collect the mail, keep the house clean and put the robo vacs on.

tweed heads south, New South Wales

14 Day Stay Listed 07 Mar 2026

Enjoy our home close to Coolangatta beach And look after our 8 year old Beagle and two elderly Tonkinese cats. Also water our pot plants and turn our pool pump on and off daily. We are situated 4.5kms from the Gold Coast beaches, near shopping centres and restaurants. We are also 2 minutes from the M1 and 10 minute drive to the Gold Coast airport.

kunghur creek, New South Wales

47 Day Stay Listed 09 July 2026

Farm stay in quiet rural area. We have 2 working dogs, 2 cats, 2 chooks, 1 cockateel, 2 horses and cattle. The farm house is the orIginal style workers cottage with high ceilings, 2 bedrooms, kitchen and living area, sunroom and dining area, bathroom with bath and walk in shower, Verandas around 3 sides of the house. Nearest town is 19 Klms, with a local store, coffee shop, post office, fuel, weekly market. There is plenty of space for a caravan or motor home, water and power available ...

uki , New South Wales

19 Day Stay Listed 13 Mar 2026

I live on a 5 acres land and I have a german shephard who needs to be looked after, mainly around my house. I have organised a company of dog trainers to come during that time every 2 days. My dog needs to be fed, taken in and out of his garden. Ideally someone who is not too busy and someone who has experience in dog sitting.

lismore , New South Wales

32 Day Stay Listed 27 Apr 2026

2 beautiful dogs, 20 kgs each, indoor outdoor girls and a food garden to care for. 3 bedroom house, one is a yoga room, tv, Netflix, unlimited internet, AC, walk to town, high & dry with a town view. Offstreet parking and great neighbours.

casino, New South Wales

7 Day Stay Listed 14 Mar 2026

I have two Border Collies to be cared for in my home. They both are used to coming in and out of the home when they please while lm home so they sleep inside as well but not on the bed! I just need them walked every morning and a bit of play through the day and fed of course. I prefer they are not taken in a car anywhere as together they can be very strong. Room for a caravan by happy for you to use my home.

skennars head, New South Wales

8 Day Stay Listed 19 Dec 2025

To house and dog sit our beautiful 8 year old boxer staff x. We have had many sitters before so she is very used to it and all say she is the easiest dog Walk/run for the dog once - twice per day and water house plants etc…

goonellabah, New South Wales

21 Day Stay Listed 19 Dec 2025

Look after our two pets Dog - Bella and Cat - Little boy

bray park, New South Wales

11 Day Stay Listed 29 Mar 2026

Looking after house and 2 dogs

suffolk park , New South Wales

3 Day Stay Listed 24 Dec 2025

House and dog sit our 10yo female labradoodle. Very obedient, easy to care for. Walk each day. Water garden, plants if needed. Criket will need to be given one blood pressure medication once a day, crushed in her evening meal. She is only fed once a day in the evening, with a treat in the morning.

mallanganee , New South Wales

6 Day Stay Listed 30 Sept 2025

To mind our two dogs and two cats. Feed them walk them love them❤️

uralba, New South Wales

14 Day Stay Listed 23 Sept 2025

We have one dog, one indoor cat and 6 chickens. We are on a small acreage 5-10 mins from Alstonville, northern NSW. There are veggies ready to eat, plenty of eggs, and koalas in the tree screen. Our usual Housesitter has had an accident, and is now unable to help. We appreciate this is short notice. Thanks

murwillumbah , New South Wales

14 Day Stay Listed 01 Oct 2025

Vegetarian or vegan sitters only please No pets watering some pot plants and a few water loving garden plants. 2 bedroom airy open plan home. Air con Great views 5 minutes from town. NO nbn or internet

federal, New South Wales

27 Day Stay Listed 17 Dec 2025

Frankie sit Tuesday, 9 September 2025 7:34 AM I'm Malin, and I live in Federal, Northern Rivers—a small country town tucked away in nature, just inland from Byron bay. I share a cozy studio with my dog Frankie, a five-year-old French bulldog. She’s an adorable, cuddly little girl who loves relaxing at home, go to the beach & walks. Originally from Sweden, I try to visit my family whenever I can, and this year I'm hoping to spend Christmas with them My studio is tucked away in a she...

mallanganee , New South Wales

23 Day Stay Listed 25 Sept 2025

Feeding animals ...alpacas,3 goats ,2 horses and chooks for approx 2 weeks while I am away

skennars head, New South Wales

31 Day Stay Listed 10 Sept 2025

Looking after a 5 year old cavoodle called Molly who loves affection and company. We have just moved into a new house at Skennars Head, only a few minutes walk to beautiful Sharpes Beach. Looking for someone to care for our much loved dog Molly while we are away.

clunes, New South Wales

9 Day Stay Listed 15 Sept 2025

Mind 2 dogs 1 is a 3 year old black labrador ( if you have watched marley and me the movie) Marleys a saint lol

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