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House sit Longlea

03-Jan-2021 – 10-Jan-2021
8 Days stay
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Assignment Requirements

We are on 40 acres just outside Bendigo.

Looking for a housesitter to look after our menagerie of pets/farm animals whilst we are away. We have a cat, 3 goats, 3 alpacas, 2 ponies and 12 chickens.

Accommodation is in a fully self-contained renovated cottage built in the 1850's. Feel free to bring your caravan if you prefer.

Feeding animals daily and ensuring they have fresh water is the main task, along with locking chickens up safely each night.

Some watering of our small orchard may also be required.

Enjoy swimming and kayaking on our dams and listening to the many native birds and parrots.

Only a short distance from the O'Keefe Rail trail.

We will be away from 4 to 10 January but if you want to come earlier and/or stay later, we are happy to consider this.

Pet Care

Cats Livestock Chickens

Property & Location

Position Location

General suburb location shown for privacy. Exact address is provided to sitters by the homeowner.

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About the Area

Longlea Goulburn, Victoria
Suburb Insights
Mornings in Longlea often begin with the soft light filtering through gum leaves, signaling a gentle start for you and your animal companion. A short walk along the quiet country roads surrounding your temporary home provides a peaceful routine for the dog, allowing them to stretch their legs and explore the scents of the bush. The absence of hurried traffic ensures a relaxed pace, where the pet's comfort and your peace of mind remain central. The expanse of the Greater Bendigo National Park, a short drive away, offers shaded trails ideal for a longer afternoon outing with an energetic dog, far from any urban clamor. Back at the property, the quiet allows for focused time, whether catching up on reading in the garden with a napping cat nearby or tending to a smaller pet’s familiar play schedule indoors. This rhythm ensures the pets maintain their comfort, undisturbed by external bustle. For household supplies or a change of pace, a quick trip into Bendigo offers grocery stores and local cafes, easily integrated into your schedule while ensuring pets are settled. The evenings here unfold with a distinct stillness; it's a place where the sound of the breeze through the trees replaces distant sirens, fostering a deeply calm environment for both caretaker and creature. Your days settle into a predictable, restorative pattern, focused on the well-being of your charges.