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House sit WOLLONGONG

12-Apr-2022 – 01-May-2022
20 Days stay
Responsiveness
Oliver likes scratches and pats.
Fudge loves laps and cuddles.
Morning light at North Beach
From Mt Keira
Bushwalking on Mt Keira

Assignment Requirements

Two cats, a 13 year old Burmese and a 3 year old Ginger, living in a quirky home in a semi-industrial spot in downtown Wollongong, require company and care. Their house is an easy walk to the supermarket, cafes, library, art galleries and town centre. A little further, but still a flat and easy walk, to the harbour, swimming pools and beaches. Close to bus and train, cycle paths and lovely bushwalks.

Pet Care

Cats

Property & Location

Public Transport Supermarket Restaurants

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

WOLLONGONG Illawarra, New South Wales
Suburb Insights
Your stay in Wollongong 2500 will quickly fall into a natural rhythm shaped by its unique coastal and escarpment environment. Daily walks with the resident pets often involve the scenic shared path hugging the coastline, perhaps towards North Wollongong beach in the early mornings, or through Lang Park with its distant mountain backdrop. Many smaller local parks offer quiet spaces for dog exercise, often just a short stroll from most city centre homes. Grab a coffee from a Keira Street or Crown Street cafe on your return, settling into the area’s unhurried pace. Afternoons invite gentle exploration without rush. Consider an afternoon walk up the lower slopes of Mount Keira for city views, or a cycle north past the lighthouse towards Puckey's Estate. The free Gong Shuttle provides easy access to these points and the city's main amenities, allowing you to move around effortlessly. Evenings frequently conclude with the sound of the ocean, a tranquil backdrop to the home you are minding. Weekends offer expanded possibilities. Saturday mornings might involve a visit to the farmers market near the Crown Street Mall for fresh produce, or a more adventurous hike on an Illawarra Escarpment trail. Drive south to visit Kiama's blowhole, or head north along the coast to the Sea Cliff Bridge for a change of scenery. Your time here allows for genuine local living, connected to the landscape and the simple pleasures of the Illawarra.