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House sit MERINGANDAN

26-Jul-2021 – 26-Dec-2021
153 Days stay
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Assignment Requirements

Id prefer a couple but it could also be a single person to live in my home. Its in a very quiet safe neighbourhood. The doctors and supermarkets are 5 minutes away as is the library and sports centre and Gym. There is a very good hotel within walking distance and the food is good. I prefer retiree age people . I intend to travel to WA and although I put a time period of 6 months it could be 12 months. There is occasional mowing/ whipper snipping required, normally only in the summer and warmer weather if there is rain. I wont have cats in my house, dogs are ok but there is no perimeter fence. I would want someone who is hands on and can sort out simple problems and carry out simple fixes themselves. Should there is a need to call plumbers electricians etc Id expect the housesitters to them to contact me to discuss the problem.

Id expect the housesitters to pay a retainer and then I would expect the housesitters to pay the rates /utility bills lights and water.

There is a simple garden ,natives mostly and I would expect the housesitter to care for these trees and bushes. No trees or shrubs are to be cut down or changing the outlay and existing layout of the garden. I have an 18000 lt rainwater tank which is connected to a sprinkler system on an automatic timer watering cycle. Hand watering is not needed unless growing veggies in a dedicated raised garden next to my shed, as long as there is water available in the tank.

I will keep one small car in the shed which is 9x6 with a double car port.

Pet Care

Property & Location

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About the Area

MERINGANDAN Darling Downs, Queensland
Suburb Insights
Meringandan welcomes house sitters into a community defined by its open spaces and the rhythm of rural life. Here, the day unfolds at a gentle pace, marked by the occasional tractor on a distant property and the chirping of cicadas. Neighbors often exchange waves from their driveways, and a quick trip to the local hotel might involve catching up on local happenings, offering a true sense of belonging. This unhurried atmosphere extends to your duties; evenings are quiet, ideal for settling in with a book after ensuring the pets are comfortable. Walking a dog here means traversing quiet, tree-lined roads where you'll encounter few vehicles, just the occasional horse rider or another local out for a stroll. The surrounding fields and large properties provide a calming backdrop for daily exercise, allowing dogs ample sniff-time in a low-stress environment. For grocery runs or a change of scenery, Toowoomba is a short drive away, providing access to larger amenities while Meringandan remains your peaceful base. Weekends might involve a drive to a nearby country market, perhaps picking up fresh produce for dinner. Caring for a home in Meringandan involves appreciating its quietude. The large yards often mean pets are accustomed to outdoor freedom, and your role will be to maintain their routine within this spacious context. Observing the sunset over the distant ranges from the back porch becomes a natural evening ritual, underscoring the peaceful nature of this location. Your presence maintains the household's steady tempo, integrating seamlessly into the local flow.