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House Sitting in far north

House sitting and pet care in Far North, Queensland—whether you are in the city centre, inner suburbs, or the wider area.

Lifestyle Guide

In Far North Queensland, the day truly awakens before the sun climbs too high. Your morning rhythm with the resident dog will likely begin early, embracing the cooler air on a shaded path along the Esplanade or through a leafy local park. Humidity builds quickly, making pre-8 AM excursions essential. Protecting the dog’s paws from quickly warming pavements often means opting for grassy verges or boardwalks. After their morning relief, a nearby café for a strong brew becomes a quiet ritual as the town slowly stirs. Midday invites a slower pace, often a retreat indoors with your feline companion, perhaps watching rain build over the mountains from the verandah. As the sun descends, the air softens, opportune for a relaxed wander to a local market, picking up ripe tropical fruits, or another pet outing along a coastal trail. Many markets offer fresh produce and, often dog-friendly, provide good sensory experiences for your temporary charge. Understanding FNQ’s distinct ebb and flow integrates into your stay. From timing pet walks around heat and downpours, to locating the bushwalking track where the resident dog feels most at home, your days unfold with purpose. Exploring on foot connects you deeper to the neighborhood, discovering hidden garden cafes or the direct route to the community pool, weaving into the everyday fabric of this unique corner of Australia.

Open Assignments

10 Open Now

gordonvale, Queensland

21 Day Stay Starts 09 June 2026
Responsiveness

Sitter for house and dog

redlynch, Queensland

5 Day Stay Starts 27 June 2026
Responsiveness

We have two dogs , a golden retriever and a cavoodle ( less than 8 months old both). They are very friendly and need to be fed twice a day ( breakfast and dinner) and taken out for a little walk around. Very easy.

forest creek, Queensland

39 Day Stay Starts 25 July 2026
Responsiveness

We are on 5 acres of beautiful rainforest, with a natural stream running through the property. Enjoy the sounds of nature while sitting on the verandah and sipping on you favourite beverage and just relax.. Best suited to someone with their own caravan or van, unless you would be comfortable indoors, our home is currently under construction. We are at lock up stage with windows and doors installed, cladding will be installed over the next few weeks. We have cooking facilities inside, a frigd...

ravenshoe, Queensland

13 Day Stay Starts 27 July 2026
Responsiveness

8 horses fed twice a day. Ensure ample water and hay. 4 dogs, 4 cats, fed twice daily. Chickens and fish.

mount sheridan, Queensland

10 Day Stay Starts 02 Sept 2026
Responsiveness

Caring for our 3 Boxers, 2 cats, 1 cockatiel and 8 chookies. Food will be cooked and ready for the puppies. Hopefully happy to have dogs in bed with you

malanda, Queensland

28 Day Stay Starts 15 Oct 2026
Responsiveness

Our home is in Malanda on the Atherton Tableland of North Queensland on 1 hectare block of land. The town’s shopping area is only two kms and Atherton township is 22km away. It is situated in a quiet area with great neighbours. There are a lot of walking tracks, lakes, rivers and waterfalls to explore around the Atherton Tableland area. The house is 2 bedrooms, 1 study, 2 toilets, rumpus room (with pool table) and a 3 bay undercover carport which two will be for your use. One suited for a...

wondecla, Queensland

21 Day Stay Starts 09 Dec 2026
Responsiveness

We live on a beautiful rural residential property at Wondecla on the Atherton Tablelands. Our house is newly built and comfortable with a deck overlooking the peaceful gardens, wetland dam, local wildlife and forest. The closest town is Herberton village with a little supermarket around 10 minutes drive away. Atherton is the closest main town and is a 30 minute drive away. We would be able to provide a vehicle if required. We have four large dogs and chooks which inhibits us from goi...

kewarra beach, Queensland

0 Day Stay Starts
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Needed 1 caring responsible male or couple 30 to 60 years old. We have 2 dogs and a cocky. Our home is a 4 bed with pool on the northern beaches of Cairns Queensland. There is a very good bus service nearby, the beach is only 1 kilometer away. Our home and pool will look after themselves, it's the dogs and bird that need your company! The tropical garden will need to be watered every couple of days. We leave to go to Bali 13th of May and will return on 2st of June.

redlynch , Queensland

0 Day Stay Starts
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We have two dogs that need to be walked daily. One dog is big and strong cross lab the other is a 6 mth old boarder collie. We live on the river so twice a day for a swim. Chickens and ducks to be let out then put away early evening. Non smoking we are on two acres in cairns. Must have references also we will take licence details etc. There are security cameras on the property.

trinity beach, Queensland

0 Day Stay Starts
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Hi, We are Lo oking for a house sitter to mind our two bedroom unit in Trinity Beach. We have two cats that will need to be looked after during your stay. Trinity Beach is a fantastic place and our unit is recently renovated. It has two bathrooms and a lovely pool close to by. Restaurants, shops and cafes are all within walking distance.

Recent Activity (Past 3 Months)

forest creek, Queensland

39 Day Stay Listed 25 July 2026

We are on 5 acres of beautiful rainforest, with a natural stream running through the property. Enjoy the sounds of nature while sitting on the verandah and sipping on you favourite beverage and just relax.. Best suited to someone with their own caravan or van, unless you would be comfortable indoors, our home is currently under construction. We are at lock up stage with windows and doors installed, cladding will be installed over the next few weeks. We have cooking facilities inside, a frigd...

ravenshoe, Queensland

13 Day Stay Listed 27 July 2026

8 horses fed twice a day. Ensure ample water and hay. 4 dogs, 4 cats, fed twice daily. Chickens and fish.

malanda, Queensland

28 Day Stay Listed 15 Oct 2026

Our home is in Malanda on the Atherton Tableland of North Queensland on 1 hectare block of land. The town’s shopping area is only two kms and Atherton township is 22km away. It is situated in a quiet area with great neighbours. There are a lot of walking tracks, lakes, rivers and waterfalls to explore around the Atherton Tableland area. The house is 2 bedrooms, 1 study, 2 toilets, rumpus room (with pool table) and a 3 bay undercover carport which two will be for your use. One suited for a...

tully heads, Queensland

5 Day Stay Listed 10 June 2026

We have a beach front property at Tully Heads North Queensland. Looking after a beautiful 8 year old Labrador. Unfortunately where we are going no dogs are allowed.

edmonton, Queensland

8 Day Stay Listed 20 Dec 2026

We have 2 brittish blue cats, 2 young border collies (ages 2 and 3) and 2 french bulldogs. We have a 4 bedroom house so plenty of room to relax with a lovely undercover area and swimming pool surrounded by tropical gardens. Our pets will require feeding daily (once in the morning) and regular walks for the border collies. They are all easy maintenance and just love company. My day usually consists of a walk in the morning, feeding and clean up time and then the day is yours to enjoy.

redlynch, Queensland

5 Day Stay Listed 27 June 2026

We have two dogs , a golden retriever and a cavoodle ( less than 8 months old both). They are very friendly and need to be fed twice a day ( breakfast and dinner) and taken out for a little walk around. Very easy.

redlynch, Queensland

21 Day Stay Listed 25 Aug 2026

My 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is situated in the picturesque Redlynch Valley of Cairns, Far North Queensland. My home has a pool, is fully fenced and a small garden. There are beautiful walking paths along the Freshwater Creek and would suit individuals looking for peace and quiet and unspoilt nature. A lovely swimming hole is a short stroll away. My cat is a Manx and quite socialable and my dog loves walks and making new friends. They get on very well and often spend their afternoons s...

gordonvale, Queensland

21 Day Stay Listed 09 June 2026

Sitter for house and dog

koah , Queensland

10 Day Stay Listed 03 May 2026

2 x dogs 2 x cats 6 x chickens

tully heads, Queensland

5 Day Stay Listed 01 Apr 2026

We have a beach front property at Tully Heads North Queensland. Looking after a beautiful 8 year old Labrador. Unfortunately where we are going for Easter no dogs are allowed.

earlville, Queensland

35 Day Stay Listed 29 Apr 2026

A house sitter looking after 2 small poodle cross dogs

manoora, Queensland

7 Day Stay Listed 18 Mar 2026

alleviated house in cairns fully air-conditioned 3 bedroom very close to city. 1 small dog very friendly and 1 very chilled cat. The house has a private pool and is 10 min from town and airport 5 min from shopping.

mareeba, Queensland

6 Day Stay Listed 04 May 2026

Hello! We are located in Mareeba, Far North Queensland. We are looking for a house sitter to care for our 2 dogs from Monday 4 May to Sunday 10 May We would really like to meet you before staying in our home We have 2 dogs 1. Clancy: male, Cavoodle, desexed, 6 years old, no health issues 2. Braxy: male, Border Collie, desexed 5 years old, no health issues They are both pretty chill, and love company. The dogs sleep inside on their own beds. Jobs required: 1. Feed and pat th...

tolga, Queensland

9 Day Stay Listed 07 May 2026

One labradore and vegetable garden to water.

stratford, Queensland

10 Day Stay Listed 01 Apr 2026

Looking for an experienced dog lover to be our beloved Jacks best friend we are gone. Jack loves a walk in the morning, and a run in the park or a swim in the local creek. He was a rescue puppy so does have some anxiety issues in the evening so it’s pretty important that whoever becomes Jacks buddy, stays with him during the evenings.

mount sheridan, Queensland

10 Day Stay Listed 02 Sept 2026

Caring for our 3 Boxers, 2 cats, 1 cockatiel and 8 chookies. Food will be cooked and ready for the puppies. Hopefully happy to have dogs in bed with you

bentley park, Queensland

49 Day Stay Listed 19 Apr 2026

Garden watering, twice weekly as required and lawn mowing, pool care required

kewarra beach, Queensland

0 Day Stay Listed

Needed 1 caring responsible male or couple 30 to 60 years old. We have 2 dogs and a cocky. Our home is a 4 bed with pool on the northern beaches of Cairns Queensland. There is a very good bus service nearby, the beach is only 1 kilometer away. Our home and pool will look after themselves, it's the dogs and bird that need your company! The tropical garden will need to be watered every couple of days. We leave to go to Bali 13th of May and will return on 2st of June.

malanda, Queensland

5 Day Stay Listed 08 Apr 2026

We would like caring person/s to look after our home on 4 acres and our friendly BorderCollie/Kelpie dog. Some pot plants to water and supply feed to the bird feeders.

kewarra beach, Queensland

14 Day Stay Listed 20 July 2026

Hi, We are looking for a couple only to spend time with our two shy lazy adorable Greyhounds living in the tropics. Sitters should be approximately 35 - 60 Ish years old. Our home is a well maintained 4 bedrooms, double garage 2 bathrooms with a pool in a private tropical garden. The bedroom to be used by sitters has an adjoining bathroom and pool access. We have two rescue Greyhounds. Emma is black age 7 and Shelby is blue (gray) age 3. The girls are Friendly, loving and can be shy and ...

manunda , Queensland

14 Day Stay Listed 18 May 2026

I live in beautiful CAIRNS,North Queensland, in a one bedroom unit on the 3rd floor with a swimming pool. Very close to shops and local transport. Looking after my 2 healthy loving birds while I’m away. Oscar a Budgie -talks and loves company Speckles a cockatiel - shy at times , loves company. Provide food and water daily . Cut up fresh vegetables daily . They come and go from cage , up and down from floor until you put them to bed at night Clean cage daily Socialising w...

kuranda , Queensland

53 Day Stay Listed 20 Aug 2026

Tucked into the lush surrounds of Kuranda’s rainforest, this modern two bedroom, two bathroom home with a dedicated study offers a calm and private retreat immersed in nature. Elevated to capture a beautiful green outlook, the home feels connected to the landscape, with every room benefiting from natural light, airflow, and ceiling fans throughout to ensure year round comfort. The open living areas flow seamlessly onto a generous outdoor patio and entertaining space, creating the perfect s...

maria creeks, Queensland

18 Day Stay Listed 26 Mar 2026

Take care of our dog, we also have free range chickens and a cow but they mostly take care of themselves.

cooya beach, Queensland

10 Day Stay Listed 06 July 2026

3 x small inside dogs to be loved and nurtured. Dogs sleep in our room, with the door shut. 2 come up on the bed and the other sleeps in his dog bed in the room and comes up in the morning. They aren't fussed on walking and sleep a lot. Garden needs regular pruning and weeding also please. There isn't a lawn. No children or other animals please.

atherton , Queensland

4 Day Stay Listed 05 Mar 2026

We have an elderly dog and cat that will need looking after. They are low maintenance pets

yorkeys knob, Queensland

40 Day Stay Listed 25 Feb 2026

We have two active dogs who need to be beach walked every morning and walked again (walkers choice of pathways :))... House is an older house with lots of room and a large yard & pool area. Our preference is to not leave them alone at home for lots of hours at a time but that doesn't mean they can't be left for short periods of time - both are rescue dogs and can become very anxious if left unattended for too long.

palm cove, Queensland

104 Day Stay Listed 03 Mar 2026

🌿 3-Month House Sit – Beautiful Luxury Home in Palm Cove (Utilities Only) 🌿 📅 Available 3 March – 15 June (preference for full-term stay) Enjoy a peaceful tropical lifestyle in a fully furnished, modern home just minutes from the beach. Perfect for someone looking for a quiet, comfortable place to stay in paradise! ✨ Home features: • Furnished room with air-conditioning, ceiling fan, wardrobe & TV • Super-fast internet • Swimming pool & BBQ area • Large, fully equipped kitchen ...

manoora, Queensland

9 Day Stay Listed 18 May 2026

I am seeking a warm, even tempered and patient housesitter who has experience in aged care, who can look after my gentle, passive mother for the period 18th to 27th May 2026. Daily visits from a registered care agency provide assistance with personal care and domestic services. You would have your own room in the unit in which Mum lives with two mature cats and a small friendly dog also needing care and love. The property is set in tropical gardens with a pool, off street parking and i...

malanda, Queensland

14 Day Stay Listed 04 Apr 2026

House sit and look after two dogs who would love a walk each day: a couple of cows that just need water checked on. Water plants Semi Rural farm house on 5 acres with a beautiful view. Lakes and tourist sites close to. 3 bedrooms available if you are a family. Great neighbours who are very helpful and friendly. Verandah all around house with a large deck for sitting and checking the view. Rain water with large tanks, clean and very drinkable. 5 kilometres from Malanda.

mareeba, Queensland

71 Day Stay Listed 14 June 2026

We are looking for house sitters to look after our house ,2small inside dogs, 1 outside dog, feed the fish and water some pot plants. There is room to park your van as house is one an acre We are looking for someone who loves dogs and is prepared to spend time with them especially at night

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