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House sit ATHELSTONE

19-Dec-2025 – 04-Jan-2026
17 Days stay
Responsiveness
wally is a 2 year old kelpie
loves toys and chasing balls
4 bedroom house nestled next to a creek and large gum trees which regularly accommodates koalas, possums and many birds room for 4 cars off street parking the house has 3 living areas and a study 2 bathrooms and downstairs toilet and a large deck/ patio at the back

Assignment Requirements

House & Dog Sitter Needed – Christmas Period

I’m looking for a reliable and caring person to look after my beautiful 2-year-old Kelpie, Wally, while I visit my son in Canada over Christmas.

Wally is an energetic and affectionate dog who loves walks, chasing balls, and playing with his toys. He can be a little wary of new people at first, but once he gets to know you, he’s incredibly sweet and cuddly.

You’ll be staying in my comfortable four-bedroom home, located in a quiet, leafy area about 20 minutes from the city centre. The house features:

Three spacious living areas and a modern, fully equipped kitchen

A study and multiple outdoor living spaces, including a large deck and patio nestled among gum trees

Frequent visits from native wildlife such as parrots, koalas, possums, and occasionally a kangaroo wandering down the street

Ample off-street parking for up to four cars or even a small camper trailer

Close proximity to shops, bus stops, and Black Hill Conservation Park for beautiful walks and trails

It’s the perfect spot for someone who loves peace, nature, and good company from a friendly Kelpie.

If this sounds like the kind of Christmas retreat you’d enjoy — with Wally as your cheerful companion — I’d love to hear from you.

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About the Area

ATHELSTONE Adelaide, South Australia
Suburb Insights
Nestled at the base of the Mount Lofty Ranges, Athelstone provides a quiet, residential setting for your time here. Daily dog walks are easily managed; numerous streets connect directly to local reserves or lead into quieter footpaths alongside creeks. A short drive opens up the extensive trails within Black Hill Conservation Park, ideal for more adventurous pets and longer strolls, ensuring their exercise needs are met without hassle. Routine errands are straightforward. Athelstone Shopping Centre, located on Gorge Road, offers a Foodland supermarket, chemist, and bakery for daily essentials. Further down, Newton Central provides a larger Woolworths, Kmart, and additional services, a ten-minute drive from most Athelstone addresses. Picking up specific pet supplies or a quick coffee is uncomplicated, allowing you to maintain household rhythm efficiently. Navigating beyond the immediate area is practical. Regular bus services along Gorge Road provide connections to the Paradise Interchange, allowing O-Bahn access into the city centre for appointments or leisure. However, a car significantly broadens your reach, making trips to the Morialta Conservation Park trails or the Norwood café strip convenient. This locality operates at a settled pace, making it simple to maintain the pets' routines and manage the home without city hustle.