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House sit Dimbulah

15-Apr-2020 – 12-May-2020
28 Days stay
Responsiveness
A typical sunset
Angel (horse) and Pepper, Bolt & Needle the dogs
It's a lot lusher now
Our guest cabin
The girls. China, Angel and Misfit

Assignment Requirements

We are going away for a month (dates not set yet, could be up to a month earlier, but no later) and are looking for a responsible, active rural couple with experience with horses to look after our 1345 acre cattle property in Dimbulah on the edge of the Tablelands and outback in FNQ.

There are 4 horses, 3 dogs, 6 chooks and approx. 90 head of cattle. Must have good horse experience, love dogs and be active. We can get outside help with the cattle if needed.

The house is a basic but comfortable 2 bedroom shed house. Please contact me for information about the living space as we are in the process of renovating.

Our property would ideally suit a couple from a rural background who love nature: photographers; bushwalkers or birdwatchers. The property has over 30km of walking/ mountain biking trails, many dams and amazing views.

Pet Care

Dogs Livestock Chickens

Property & Location

Position Location

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

Position Closed

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About the Area

Dimbulah Far North, Queensland
Suburb Insights
Dimbulah operates on a rural rhythm, far removed from city bustle. Your personal vehicle is paramount here; local public transport options are non-existent for daily errands. The town offers basic necessities: an IGA for groceries, a post office, and a local petrol station. Planning is key for anything beyond these immediate provisions. Dog walks involve quiet residential streets or the edges of agricultural tracks, provided the homeowner gives approval for specific routes. There are no designated dog parks. For pet food or specific supplies not stocked at the IGA, anticipate a drive to Mareeba, about 40 minutes east. This drive also facilitates access to veterinary services, which are not available in Dimbulah itself. Larger retail, specialist stores, or medical appointments often necessitate the journey to Mareeba or even Atherton. This makes combining trips efficient. Embrace the slower pace; mornings here typically start with the sound of birds and a distant tractor, not traffic. Access to fresh local produce is often direct from roadside stalls during harvest seasons, a small, practical perk of living in this agricultural heartland.