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House Sitting in east gippsland

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

Lifestyle Guide

In East Gippsland, your days shed city urgency. A borrowed dog will lead you along the Metung boardwalk at dawn, the air thick with saltbush and melaleuca, or through the quiet streets of Paynesville, where a nod from a passing neighbour is standard. This isn't a hurried existence; here, life flows with the tide. Local chatter fills early-opening cafes in Lakes Entrance, perfect for an owner's tip on the freshest Bairnsdale sourdough or where to find a trusted local vet for your feline charge. The weekly Bairnsdale Farmers Market isn't just about stocking your host's fridge with Tambo Valley produce; it's a vibrant hub for connecting with the hands that shape this region. Dog walks reveal community spirit: noticeboards announce fishing competitions or art exhibitions, while familiar faces exchange greetings at the local pet supplies store, cementing your temporary belonging. Observing these rhythms ensures a seamless blend into local life. As twilight descends, the chirping of cicadas and distant murmur of Bass Strait become the soundtrack. Under a blanket of stars, your final dog stroll confirms the unhurried pace, far removed from urban glare. Caring for a home here means embracing their daily rhythms: sourcing organic eggs from a roadside stall near Bruthen, or exploring the East Gippsland Rail Trail with your four-legged charge, each step weaving you into the fabric of this distinctive corner of Victoria.

Open Assignments

2 Open Now

bairnsdale, Victoria

13 Day Stay Starts 24 June 2026
Responsiveness

We have 2 dogs and 1 cat. We have a quiet home, cat is indoors, dogs are out, but there is a need for storm monitoring. Old Labrador who hates a storm and spends cold nights inside. Young Frenchie who thinks she is the boss, but she isn’t. We are very clean. Our home is 1km from the CBD, we have beautiful walking tracks and waterways near by. Dogs will do a small walk.

sale, Victoria

0 Day Stay Starts
Responsiveness

Hello we have two beautiful dogs, a Bull arab and a staffy and a cat, We would love some one to care for them while we are away. They are all indoor pets and the dogs only go out for toileting. Usually last call is around 10.30 ish thent hey sleep through to the next morning. They are a little anxious so no walking is required in fact they are all quite easy to look after. We live in Sale quite close to all local amenities with shops, cinemas etc close by.

Recent Activity (Past 3 Months)

bairnsdale, Victoria

13 Day Stay Listed 24 June 2026

We have 2 dogs and 1 cat. We have a quiet home, cat is indoors, dogs are out, but there is a need for storm monitoring. Old Labrador who hates a storm and spends cold nights inside. Young Frenchie who thinks she is the boss, but she isn’t. We are very clean. Our home is 1km from the CBD, we have beautiful walking tracks and waterways near by. Dogs will do a small walk.

alberton west , Victoria

81 Day Stay Listed 12 Apr 2026

Have 2 dogs and 2 goats and chickens

nungurner, Victoria

27 Day Stay Listed 01 June 2026

We are looking for an experienced house sitter (non-smoker), to look after our two french bulldogs (Hugo and Audrey) and our Birman cat (Chester). The sit is not suitable for someone to bring their own pet/s.

wairewa, Victoria

8 Day Stay Listed 19 Feb 2026

We would like someone to house sit and care for our dog Roxy and our chooks for 9 days at the end of February 2026

stradbroke, Victoria

64 Day Stay Listed 10 Oct 2025

URGENT! THIS IS A VERY LAST MINUTE REQUEST! The sitters we had booked have had an emergency. We live on 100 acres. 3 horses 2 dogs, 1 cat and some chickens. The horses are well trained and have good routines, established. The dogs would require daily walks around the property - off lead for half the walk. The cat requires cuddles and love. The house is comfortable with AC, a spa, heating etc. Familiarity with tank water/pumps would be beneficial and solar power. It is a nice quiet place to li...

paynesville , Victoria

17 Day Stay Listed 17 Dec 2025

We are needing a house/pet sitter . We have a Silkie cross dog Daisy and a Birman cat Jimmy. Our home is single level with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms located in the coastal town of Paynesville East Gippsland Vic.

sale, Victoria

35 Day Stay Listed 01 Oct 2025

Hi House and pet sitting of one small dog. Cliff the Jack Russell terrier is in need of a house buddy whilst we are away to take him for walks and hang out with. Comfortable Californian bungalow very near center of Sale in Gippsland. House cleaners included, high speed internet for digital nomads.

sale, Victoria

20 Day Stay Listed 06 Aug 2025

We have a dog called Rocket and a cat called Fonn. Looking for a caring person to housesit and spend time with our pets. Rocket is a gentle dog who is indoors only He requires no walks just company due to being a little anxious. We would prefer a female sitters as my 16 year old daughter would be returning intermittently. Please feel free to contact me if this is of interest to you

lakes entrance , Victoria

16 Day Stay Listed 20 Dec 2025

Hi i am looking for a house sitter that will also be required to look after my 2 fur babies 2 ragdoll cats harmony 5 years old female and falcor 8 months old male. You will be required to feed twice a day clean litter trays as needed and shower them with love.

nungurner, Victoria

35 Day Stay Listed 29 July 2025

House sit and look after my 2 very friendly dogs

johnsonville, Victoria

27 Day Stay Listed 30 Sept 2025

we need someone to look after our house and pets whilst we are on holidays. we have two small dogs, chickens, budgies, canaries and cockatiels. person would have own room at our house and free to use our facilities.

bruthen, Victoria

17 Day Stay Listed 04 Oct 2025

House sitting, to feed our two dogs and water a collection of potplants

loch sport , Victoria

62 Day Stay Listed 04 July 2025

Look after house gardens and my 3 year old Labrador walk him daily also

loch sport , Victoria

14 Day Stay Listed 22 June 2025

We have two dogs to be cared for over a two week period. Jack is a 4 yr old Kelpie and Billy is a 3 year old wire haired Jack Russell. Both are well behaved dogs that like a daily walk and have an easy to administer daily feeding routine. Neither have any medical or behavioral issues, and are a pleasure to have around. They mainly live outside and have an outside insulated kennel they are very happy to go to at night.

paynesville , Victoria

6 Day Stay Listed 26 June 2025

We are needing a house/pet sitter . We have a Silkie cross dog Daisy and a Birman cat Jimmy. Our home is single level with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms located in the coastal town of Paynesville East Gippsland Vic.

eagle point, Victoria

20 Day Stay Listed 01 Aug 2025

Take care of our home and 2 cats, collect mail and just look after and enjoy our home.

traralgon, Victoria

13 Day Stay Listed 03 Aug 2025

To look after my 2 dogs walk them cook for them stay at home walk them show them love affection as we are going on holiday and they have never been left alone before I prefer them in there home rather than boarding kennels they have cooked meals etc

Local insight

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Avg stay (days)
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Last 12 months
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