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House sit Shoalhaven Heads

09-Jul-2018 – 19-Jul-2018
11 Days stay
Responsiveness
Gloria and Veronica in the back yard.
Tallulah and her friends free range in my native garden all day.
Oliver has his own small garden to use when he wants.
The beach is a short walk.
At the end of my street is the river with a view towards the heads.

Assignment Requirements

I would like someone to stay in my house to look after my 12 year old cat, Oliver, and my 3 hens Gloria, Veronica and Tallulah.

The hens are mostly self-sufficient as their run has an automatic door that lets them out in the morning and closes after they have put themselves to bed. They are pets, however, and are used to extra treats. The eggs also need collecting daily and the coop cleared of overnight pooh. When done daily this is an easy task. Gloves and hand sanitiser are provided. The eggs are delicious and a bonus for a potential house sitter.

Oliver mostly lives in the house but he does have his own small garden that he can access anytime he wants, through a cat door. This means he only uses his litter tray when there is so much rain that the ground is soaked so cleaning up after him is easy. He really only requires a little company and feeding twice a day.

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

Shoalhaven Heads Illawarra, New South Wales
Suburb Insights
Life in Shoalhaven Heads moves with the river current, a gentle pace that suits most companion animals. Early morning leashed walks often lead to the quiet stretches of Seven Mile Beach, where dogs can enjoy the sand and sea air before the day warms. The winding paths along the Shoalhaven River also offer gentle strolls, an easy way to ensure a canine charge gets their exercise. Afternoons are often spent in the home’s garden, cats napping in sunbeams, while you appreciate the coastal quiet. Daytime rhythms here centre on local, understated options. A coffee and pastry from the bakery after a walk is a common routine. For evening meals, The Heads Hotel provides a classic pub experience, a reliable choice when not cooking at home. Planning for groceries will involve short drives to Berry or Nowra, making a weekly market visit in a nearby town a worthwhile outing for fresh produce. This town focuses on simple pleasures, meaning evenings are typically calm, ideal for unwinding after settling the pets. Beyond the immediate village, Shoalhaven Heads serves as a quiet base for appreciating the estuary and nearby natural features. A short drive provides access to quieter reaches of the Shoalhaven River for those who enjoy fishing, or to the small vineyards scattered towards Berry. This is a place where the rhythm of tides and early morning bird calls set the tempo, not a bustling hub. Maintaining the home means respecting this peaceful ambiance, ensuring pets are content within their routine, and simply soaking in the local quietude.