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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

Life in East Gippsland moves to the rhythm of the tides and the shifting shadows of the eucalyptus forests. You will likely find yourself settling into a slower pace, where neighbors exchange nods while walking dogs along the coastal trails or heading toward the local farmers' markets. Morning coffee usually happens at a quiet seaside strip, observing the local regulars before heading out to explore the rugged edges of the Gippsland Lakes. Caring for a home here often involves adapting to the seasonal shifts in weather and light. While you look after the garden or check on pets during long walks through the scrub, you will quickly notice how much the community relies on a sense of mutual trust. Small-town connection means people notice a new face, making the responsibility of house sitting feel like a quiet contribution to the local fabric. Transport remains sparse, so having a reliable vehicle is essential for reaching the tucked-away beaches or remote hiking tracks that define this stretch of the coast.

Open Assignments

3 Open Now

bairnsdale, Victoria

22 Day Stay • Starts 30 Nov 2026
Responsiveness

Two male small poodles - 6 years old, and one siamese cat 8-9 yrs. Fairly large garden, however gardener regularly mows grass . The poodles love an evening walk. We've invested quite lot of resources on ensuring our street is quiet, and respectful, so , apart from our pets, privacy and respect are high priorities . Public transport is very close - train to Melbourne, Shops etc are within walking distance. Uninterrupted views across the morass, and to the lakes.

metung , Victoria

18 Day Stay • Starts 21 Jan 2027
Responsiveness

I have a little Miniature Fox Terrier who will need lots of love, food, water and walks. I also have 4 chickens which will need feeding, water checks and to be let out every morning and locking up every afternoon/evening. The garden, pots and lawns will need watering especially if it doesn't rain.

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)

metung , Victoria

18 Day Stay • Listed 21 Jan 2027

I have a little Miniature Fox Terrier who will need lots of love, food, water and walks. I also have 4 chickens which will need feeding, water checks and to be let out every morning and locking up every afternoon/evening. The garden, pots and lawns will need watering especially if it doesn't rain.

bairnsdale, Victoria

22 Day Stay • Listed 30 Nov 2026

Two male small poodles - 6 years old, and one siamese cat 8-9 yrs. Fairly large garden, however gardener regularly mows grass . The poodles love an evening walk. We've invested quite lot of resources on ensuring our street is quiet, and respectful, so , apart from our pets, privacy and respect are high priorities . Public transport is very close - train to Melbourne, Shops etc are within walking distance. Uninterrupted views across the morass, and to the lakes.

lindenow south, Victoria

20 Day Stay • Listed 18 Dec 2026

We have an 80 acre hobby farm. We only have a few animals that need feeding. We have 2 horses that need daily feed and chickens that need to be let out and put away daily. We have cows but they are very low maintenance. There may be some garden watering however most of the garden and orchid are automated.

sale, Victoria

43 Day Stay • Listed 17 Oct 2026

Care for our 9-month-old Australian Shepherd, Gypsy, including feeding, walks, play and companionship. * At least one proper walk each day, plus morning and afternoon play/exercise. * Ideally someone who is home during the day — Gypsy can be left for a few hours when needed, but we’d love someone who can spend most of the day with her. * Feed Gypsy in the morning and by 5pm in the afternoon. * Look after our garden and veggie patch, including watering as needed. * Keep the house clea...

kalimna, Victoria

14 Day Stay • Listed 05 Sept 2026

I live in beautiful Lakes Entrance. I am heading of overseas on 5 September and I am seeking someone to care for my 3 beloved golden retrievers, spoodle and 2 cats

clifton creek, Victoria

46 Day Stay • Listed 20 Sept 2026

Peaceful, quiet, undulating farm, 250-acre cattle property, no immediate neighbours, partially surrounded by State Forest. We are a 20-minute drive to Bairnsdale and 45 minutes to Lakes Entrance. Our house is medium-sized, clean and comfortable. We have a sunroom and large windows to admire the farm view. There is a good-sized bedroom with a queen-size bed and a small ensuite available for you to stay. Wifi is available. We have a wood fire heater for warmth and are on tank water. The propert...

mallacoota , Victoria

36 Day Stay • Listed 07 Sept 2026

I have a deaf 2 yr old border collie who needs daily exercise either walking on leash or taken to beach for some off leash fun (her happy place). Removing backyard poop weekly tongs. provided. Put bins out for collection weekly. Water potted plants and baskets.

wurruk, Victoria

15 Day Stay • Listed 19 Dec 2026

We have two cats, a fish tank and house plants to be watered. All low maintenance in a lovely home in Gippsland. A great spot to explore southern Victoria, the lakes region and beautiful country and coastline. Local town of Sale and nearby Traralgon have everything you need.

metung, Victoria

21 Day Stay • Listed 10 Oct 2026

Just look after our little Scottish Terrier woll need a coupke of lengthy walks every day and keephome clean. No gardening etc

sarsfield, Victoria

2 Day Stay • Listed 05 June 2026

Need a sitter for 2 dogs and a cat to stay in our home.

bruthen , Victoria

7 Day Stay • Listed 05 Oct 2026

3x dogs - feed and daily walks (2x St Bernard & 1x Maremma) Chooks (guarded by Maremma)

newlands arm, Victoria

72 Day Stay • Listed 28 Aug 2026

We have a lovely new home that overlooks the Gippsland lakes in Newlands Arm, near Paynesville and Raymond Island. Very beautiful spot, lots of walking paths around the lakes. We have lots of nature surrounding us, dolphins, pelicans, sea eagles, Echidnas, Koalas. We will be going to UK for 10 weeks and wish to have someone move into the house and look after our very lovely GR Ralph, he is 2 years old, well trained, uses doggy door to enter and exit the house. Loves company and walks. Ho...

bundalaguah , Victoria

24 Day Stay • Listed 22 Oct 2026

Hoping for a house sitter who would enjoy caring for our house and animals in Gippsland. Our house is on a farm, close by to the nearby towns of Sale and Maffra and we have 3 dogs and 3 cats, 4 babydoll sheep (who really look after themselves but are always up for pats!), 4 chickens who need seed and egg collecting (for your breakfast whenever you like). Our dogs are Frank (2yesr old marema guardian dog, who does all the caring for the sheep), Ralph (5years Maltese-shitzu) and Annie (7 years...

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

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