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House Sitting in central highlands

House sitting and pet care in Central Highlands, Victoria—whether you are in the city centre, inner suburbs, or the wider area.

Lifestyle Guide

Awake to the crisp Central Highlands air, often carrying the scent of eucalyptus. Your mornings with the resident canine companion will typically involve unhurried strolls. Venture onto the fire trails weaving through Creswick State Forest or explore the quieter paths of Woowookarung Regional Park. These routes offer a mix of open bushland and shaded tracks, providing ample new scents for exploration and a gentle start to the day for both of you. Returning home, settle into the property's rhythm. The afternoons often invite a period of calm, perhaps a quiet read by a window overlooking rolling hills, while the cat naps in a sunbeam. When grocery runs are needed, bypass large supermarkets in favour of a Saturday morning visit to the Ballarat Farmers Market or a smaller local providore in Daylesford. This allows you to gather fresh regional produce and experience the local pace firsthand, often with outdoor seating available at nearby cafes for a quiet coffee, the dog patiently waiting outside. Evenings here unfold with a distinct peacefulness. After a final garden check with your furry charge, the cool air prompts a cosy indoor retreat. Familiarise yourself with the home's routines for feeding and evening comforts, ensuring a settled night for both you and the animals. Embrace the quietude of the Highlands; the distant sounds of wildlife replacing urban hums, creating a consistent, reassuring backdrop to your temporary home.

Open Assignments

2 Open Now

clunes, Victoria

23 Day Stay Starts 20 Dec 2026
Responsiveness

Pet friendly, clean cat litters, look after a few hobby farm animals,

creswick , Victoria

0 Day Stay Starts
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We have 3 horses to be fed twice a day and water checked, 2 dogs fed twice a day and cuddles at least once a day, 2 cats fed twice a day with one needing a pat once a day. About 8 birds that just need their seed and water checked or changed about twice a week. No need to walk dogs as we are on 4 acres and they run around the yard or sleep most of the time. Plenty of room for a caravan if you prefer your own accommodation or you are welcome to use a spare bedroom. It can be cold here in winter...

Recent Activity (Past 3 Months)

clunes, Victoria

23 Day Stay Listed 20 Dec 2026

Pet friendly, clean cat litters, look after a few hobby farm animals,

darley, Victoria

11 Day Stay Listed 31 Mar 2026

Be here to care for dogs, cats and chooks. All pet inside at night. Chooks in their own pen. No gardening. Plants on sprinklers. 1 acre. Wi-fi, cable TV

blackwood, Victoria

9 Day Stay Listed 31 Jan 2026

Just general house sitting and feeding and playing 2 kittens

clydesdale, Victoria

5 Day Stay Listed 02 Feb 2026

Look after house and gardens. Don't need to be here all day. Dogs will be elsewhere.

creswick , Victoria

0 Day Stay Listed

We have 3 horses to be fed twice a day and water checked, 2 dogs fed twice a day and cuddles at least once a day, 2 cats fed twice a day with one needing a pat once a day. About 8 birds that just need their seed and water checked or changed about twice a week. No need to walk dogs as we are on 4 acres and they run around the yard or sleep most of the time. Plenty of room for a caravan if you prefer your own accommodation or you are welcome to use a spare bedroom. It can be cold here in winter...

creswick, Victoria

69 Day Stay Listed 01 June 2026

Sitters will need to feed, check/refill water and occasionally brush 2 well behaved horses, they might also need a rug change depending on the weather. Feed and cuddle 1 dog, feed and cuddle 1 cat. Another cat will need his feed and water topped up each day, he's a scaredy cat, so you may think he doesn't exist! Top up/change bird seed and give fresh water to 8 birds of various breeds. Water some potted plants and a small under cover garden. You will need to keep a fire going (wood is spli...

newington, Victoria

7 Day Stay Listed 05 Jan 2026

We ‘re looking for a caring, responsible house sitter to look after our home and three beloved fur babies: Tucker our energetic Kelpie cross who loves long walks, and two affectionate cats, Bella and Charlie, who enjoy lounging around the house. Our home is nearly fully renovated, just the kitchen and laundry to go, which we’ll be tackling after our holiday. It’s a comfortable, welcoming space with wifi, smart TV’s and a lovely deck area perfect for relaxing. We’re located in a quie...

lucas, Victoria

26 Day Stay Listed 17 Dec 2025

Take care of 3 cats while we are away.

wendouree, Victoria

13 Day Stay Listed 26 Dec 2025

We need a sitter to mind our house and our 4-year cat, Tilly. She is easy-care and loves cuddles. She must be confined at night but loves to be inside most of the day anyway. Our house is small but relatively modern in a very quiet neighbourhood. The kitchen has all required facilities: gas cooking, large fridge, dishwasher, microwave, air fryer and coffee machine. We have a washing machine and dryer. Each room has ceiling fans and there is central heating. Outside there is a large deck...

ballarat , Victoria

30 Day Stay Listed 02 Feb 2026

Two dogs, water plants

sebastopol, Victoria

3 Day Stay Listed 22 Nov 2025

I am looking for someone to house sit my boy, he is a 3 1/2 yo border collie. Very well behaved and loves his walks, so must be able to walk him day and night too. very affectionate boy and will sit and lay with you where ever you are.

buninyong, Victoria

20 Day Stay Listed 12 Dec 2025

Hi We have a Large immaculate home on Acreage, lovely views over reserve, plenty of walking trails . One beautiful but a bit silly 6 year old female Australian cobberdog that needs love, pats and a daily walk if not raining . 5 mins away from Buninyong Village with supermarket, cafes, great pub and lots more. 17 mins from Ballarat with lots of restaurants, cinema and shops. Gypsy need some love and care whilst we are away and we would love to hear from you.

elmhurst, Victoria

49 Day Stay Listed 04 Jan 2026

Looking for a house-sitter wanting an escape to the country over Summer. Simba is a 7yo Border Collie X Kelpie. A lovely natured boy who still loves to play as much as sleep around. Most of all, he loves his humans and prefers if someone is around most of the time. He can be left on his own for a few hours, he's also happy to come along for the drive. The house is located on 3 acres in a tiny little town called Elmhurst, 2 hours west of Melbourne. Its at the edge of Mount Cole, 30 mins fro...

darley, Victoria

23 Day Stay Listed 14 Oct 2025

Looking after dogs, cats and chooks. 4 bed, 2 bath house on 1 acre. Wi-fi, streaming services, wood fire and reverse cycle.

morrisons, Victoria

19 Day Stay Listed 19 Apr 2026

To look after 1 bird, 2 small dogs. Located on 64 acres. We are 40 minutes from Ballarat - plenty to see and do and 50 minutes from Geelong - beaches. We back onto a state forest, so some lovely bush walking is available. Concrete pad for caravan or use of the house. Happy for house sitter to bring a horse, so the you can get some good riding in.

golden point, Victoria

26 Day Stay Listed 14 Aug 2025

I need someone to look after my home and 5 cats while I'm overseas. It's essential that they have experience with looking after cats, mine are all senior and low maintenance but do have their individual needs. I live in a beautiful neighbourhood, with a cafe 30 metres away, supermarkets a 2 minute drive, and close to everything you need. Ballarat is a stunning historic town, and there are so many things to see and do here.

trentham east, Victoria

20 Day Stay Listed 02 Sept 2025

The requirement is for person/s, non-smoking, to reside in our home to look after our cat, providing attention as required from time to time during the day and not absent all day due to work commitments etc. Caravan owners are welcome. The house is located in a rural location, the property being 50 acres in size surrounded by local farms. It is very private, peaceful and quiet with abundant bird and animal life. The property has extensive gardens, mature trees and a huge dam/lake close ...

newington, Victoria

26 Day Stay Listed 08 Aug 2025

To take care of 2 small dogs while we are overseas

fern hill, Victoria

9 Day Stay Listed 27 July 2025

Company for a loving spoodle. Feed 3 horses and one cow in the evenings with a bucket over the fence. They enjoy a carrot or apple in the mornings too. Feed one outdoor cat twice daily and care for 2 older siamese indoor cats complete with kitty litter. Feed and water 3 chickens. Check mail box. Enjoy country life and a warm fire. Walked and a beautiful view from all corners of the house. It is not nearly as hard as you think!

korweinguboora , Victoria

20 Day Stay Listed 19 May 2025

House & 3 border collie dog sit. Possibly 2 indoor garaged cats if not rehomed before I go. Just live here & keep the dogs fed, happy & play time. No gardening or maintenance required. 20 acres of land. Beautiful location. Off grid 5 bed luxury house, 15 minutes from Daylesford. Topping up generator if needed although I can arrange a weekly check. Use of Toyota van if required. Can stay before or after. Dates flexible. Need 2-3 weeks.

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