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House sit Mount Fairy

05-Apr-2019 – 18-Apr-2019
14 Days stay
Responsiveness
The house. Taken in winter.
View of the house taken from the northern side.
Dam in close proximity to the house and which supplies water for gardens, lawns and ducks and chickens.
View from the eastern boundary of the property, looking south.
Dusty is a long-haired female who is likes to be patted, but not picked up.

Assignment Requirements

We have 40 ha of bush. The house is a modern, environmentally friendly home, with a reed bed which recycles grey water to the orchard and a dry composting toilet system, 75 km from Canberra, 55 km from Goulburn and 35 km from both Braidwood and Bungendore.

We have 2 indoor cats, 15 muscovy ducks and 6 chickens, all of which require daily care and attention.

Internet and mobile phone reception are available.

Abundant wild life, including wallabies, kangaroos, wombats and lots of native bird life.

There is a farm vehicle for exploring the property.

Pet Care

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

Mount Fairy South Eastern, New South Wales
Suburb Insights
Life in Mount Fairy follows the rhythmic, unhurried pace of the hinterland. Mornings usually begin with a slow walk through the nearby bushland trails, where the air stays cool and the birdlife provides constant company for your morning stroll. When the urge for a caffeine fix strikes, a short drive brings you to the local café strips, where regulars gather for long breakfasts away from the coastal crowds. This quietude makes it an ideal setting for settling into a new home, allowing you to find a routine that aligns with the local stillness. Maintaining the property often involves enjoying the expansive gardens or watching the light shift across the valleys. On weekends, exploring the nearby regional markets offers a chance to stock your kitchen with seasonal produce and artisanal goods. Taking the pets for a wander along the established walking routes allows them to soak up the scenery just as much as you do. Most days are defined by long shadows and peaceful afternoons spent reading on a porch.