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House Sitters available (Illawarra, New South Wales)
Our House Sitters list for all Australia is below. To view a list of house sitters willing to house sit in your area please use the drop down menu.
When filtering by State, you may see sitters from other states listed as well. That’s because those sitters have nominated they are willing to house sit in more than one state (some have chosen all Australia). They are all candidates for positions in the selected state.
We save you time. Replies from house sitters you contact can sometimes take a while and when they reply you may find your location and timing doesn’t suit their schedule. This means contacting house sitters one at a time can be a drawn out process. When you choose to contact a house sitter with us you will be asked to list your needs and when you do, available house sitters for your location and dates will be contacting you within hours.
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Kristina - Retired professional duo, love animals
Couple
ID Check
A retired, professional couple in our early sixties who share a love of animals, nature and the outdoors. We are a mature, reliable, quiet, non-smoking couple with extensive home owning and overseas travel experiences.
We enjoy daily walks, pottering in the garden and relaxing on our balcony reading, practicing yoga and keeping fit.
I am a retired teacher who worked passionately as Head of... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW Central Coast, Illawarra, Mid North Coast, Northern Rivers
Current bookings: 21 Nov 20 Dec 20 Dec 7 Jan'26
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a helpful hand
10Years
Solo
Hi, my name is Derek. I'm 69, single and this is my tenth year house sitting. Currently at a repeat sit in Melbourne until late April. Unusually and unfortunately no pets this time, simply an oldish timber house and garden to keep secure and maintained.
I thought house sitting would be a great way to get to see and know more of Australia and Australians. The home owners, pets, locals,... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 20 Aug 4 Jan'26 5 Jan'26 27 Apr'26 12 May'26 3 Jun'26 1 Nov'26 27 Apr'27
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Tanya - Tanya B
Solo
I am a youthful 65 with my own car. I am still doing a little work (maximum 5 hrs a week that are flexible during the day or evening) fully remotely after choosing to leave full time corporate work in 2024.
I would like to see more of this wonderful country of ours and enjoy different surroundings - my adult children call me a gypsy 😆.
Respectful, clean & tidy, an open book and love... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 1 Dec 6 Jan'26 7 Jan'26 13 Jan'26 14 Jan'26 18 Jan'26 31 Jan'26 4 Mar'26 4 Mar'26 12 Mar'26 13 Mar'26 22 Mar'26 23 Mar'26 29 Mar'26 30 Apr'26 10 May'26 30 Jul'26 23 Aug'26 26 Nov'26 15 Dec'26
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Wilf
3Years
Solo
Hi there, I'm a widower solo traveller..non smoker/ drinker ...Ive had a farm that kept horses, dogs,cats,donkeys,goats and chickens but have none currently. I worked with thoroughbreds in Australia. UK.Ireland .Canada and America. I'm back in Australia full time now and given my itinerant life style as a horse trainer for the past 40 years, house and farm sitting is a perfect fit for me. I... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 12 Dec 2 Jan'26 8 Jan'26 12 Jan'26 17 Jan'26 31 Jan'26 14 Feb'26 10 Mar'26 16 Mar'26 27 Mar'26 1 Apr'26 3 May'26 24 May'26 7 Jul'26 1 Aug'26 31 Aug'26 12 Nov'26 15 Dec'26 16 Nov'26 13 Dec'26
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Martha - In good hands
1Year
Family
We are a family of 3 (2 adults and 1 child aged 14). We love animals and travel: we take care of your pets and your home while you are away.
Martha has worked in the Hospitality industry for over 30 years, she is a Facilities Supervisor at one of Brisbane's universities: she takes care of student accommodation, ensuring that they study in a nice and tidy environment.
Francesca is 14... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 15 Dec 24 Dec 26 Dec 3 Jan'26 23 Jan'26 26 Jan'26
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Naemi - Carlotta and Naemi
2 friends
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Carlotta and I are two german students who are currently traveling through australia. We are a reliable, animal-loving duo who have lived with pets our entire lives, especially cats. We’ve also regularly cared for the pets of family and neighbors for several days or even weeks at a time — including dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, and other small animals. In addition, we’ve helped out on a... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 27 Dec 5 Jan'26 6 Jan'26 13 Jan'26
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Sharon - Sharon & Matteo
Couple
We are Sharon and Matteo, an Italian couple travelling and working around Australia. We are calm, reliable and respectful, and we always take care of homes as if they were our own.
I’m warm, tidy and very caring I love animals and enjoy creating a peaceful, clean atmosphere.
Matteo is practical, strong and easy-going, with experience in hands-on work and looking after outdoor spaces. We... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 3 Feb'26 16 Feb'26
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Hey there! We’re Jessica and Carolin, two 19-year-old friends from Germany who have known each other since we were five. We’ve basically grown up side by side and now we’re exploring Australia together! 🇦🇺✨
We both love spending time outdoors, working with animals, and trying new things. Back home, we went horse riding together for about 10 years, and we’ve always shared a... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 23 Dec 3 Jan'26
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Chris - David & Chris - Honest reliable couple
3Years
Couple
David, Chris,
Hubby worked in Sales, I worked in administration in Age care. You will find us a reliable honest non smoking couple, who love animals. We would love to look after your pets whilst you are away like they were our own. We pride ourselves on being clean and tidy and your house will also be looked after and respected. Also, happy to do any watering or tidying of gardens that... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 19 Dec 18 Jan'26 19 Jan'26 29 Jan'26 18 Feb'26 7 May'26 11 May'26 31 May'26 5 Aug'26 25 Sep'26
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Hi all!
We are a British couple Holly and Alex - both 28. We have taken the leap and moving to Australia November 2025 together as we want to move away from the UK in search of some more sunshine and adventures!
We both love nature and the outdoors. In our spare time we love to cook together and spend time with our families. We enjoy the simple pleasures in life and are huge animal... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 7 Dec 8 Jan'26 9 Jan'26 23 Jan'26
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Fit & active, retired Kiwi couple.
10Years
Couple
We are a retired couple aged 79 and 78. We are both fit and active, and non-smokers
We live in the beautiful Bay of Islands in the north of New Zealand. We've loved our house-sitting experiences in Australia and are keen to do more.
We have owned cats and dogs in the past, and now have the freedom to enjoy caring for and spoiling your pets.
We have both had professional careers... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 1 Dec 28 Feb'26 1 Mar'26 7 Mar'26 8 Mar'26 25 Apr'26 26 Apr'26 17 May'26 15 Aug'26 18 Oct'26
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Happily married retired couple who would care for your home as we care for our own. We are a active couple who enjoy the outdoors and gardening. We are also pet lovers and are happy to walk your pets as required. We look forward to having the opportunity to care for your home. Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
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Hello! Our names are Halle + Meredith, we are in our 20's from the United States. We both worked on a ranch in Montana this past summer and both share such a passion and love for animals! We have both done pet sitting/ housesitting and have loved it so much! Our goal is for you to feel comfortable and happy about our services to you, your home, and your furry friends! Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
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Sarah - Ms
Solo
Hello all,
My name is Sarah, I am retired , independent single woman. Experienced in the care of most animals and have deep respect and knowledge of their individual needs.
I have maintained homes large and small, within Australia and internationally. Your home and pets will be cared for with the same devotion I give to mine.
Am available to travel within the ACT and Illawarra area,... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 28 Dec 12 Jan'26 10 Jan'26 19 Jan'26 3 Feb'26 17 Feb'26
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Julie and Steve - Julie & Steve retirees
7Years
Couple
ID Check
Steve was a first aid trainer and Julie, a nursing lecturer, before volunteering in Cambodia. We now live in Surfers Paradise and would love to look after your fur babies in Victoria over Christmas, and in Queensland the rest of the year. We're Non-smokers. Unfortunately Julie is allergic to cats. Police checks provided. Read more
Preferred locations: NSW Sydney North, Sydney South, Sydney East, Central Coast, Hunter, Illawarra, Mid North Coast, Northern Rivers, South East NSW, Southern Highlands & Tablelands
Current bookings: 24 Dec 2 Jan'26
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Bronwyn - Bron
3Years
Solo
Hello,
I am retired from working in Aged care for over 20 years.
I enjoy my retirement by traveling Australia doing house sits and pet minding as I explore. I am quite flexible regarding the times I stay in locations. I have looked after pets and homes in the city and country and enjoy both. I am very clean and tidy and will respect both your pets and home like I would my own and leave... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 12 Dec 17 Dec 19 Dec 21 Dec 21 Dec 11 Jan'26 8 Feb'26 26 Feb'26 5 Mar'26 19 Mar'26 3 May'26 19 May'26 27 Jun'26 30 Aug'26
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Brooke
Family
We are a tidy and trustworthy family of three (myself and my two respectful children, aged 8 and 9) looking to provide exceptional care for your home and pets. As animal lovers and experienced pet owners, we understand the importance of finding reliable sitters who will treat your property and 'fur babies' with the utmost respect and attention.
We will ensure your pets receive abundant... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 18 Dec 27 Dec
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Hello! We’re Simon and Leanne, a married couple from Melbourne who are beginning a long-term plan to travel around Australia (and later internationally) using house- and pet-sitting. We’re both professionals, extremely house-proud, and we treat every home with the same care and attention that we give our own.
We are non-smokers, quiet, responsible, and we enjoy a calm lifestyle. We love... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 1 Dec 28 Feb'26 1 Jun'26 30 Jun'26
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Dima - Dima & DJ AUS/US Pet and Travel Lovers
3Years
Couple
Hi! We're Dima (Australian) and DJ (American) and we are a married couple wanting to explore the beauty that Australia has to offer. DJ has several dogs back home in the US (Batman, Cudi, Hopper and Mila) and Dima has a lovely not so little cat in Melbourne residing with family (Nia).
We both have flexible WFH arrangements and have had several wonderful house sitting experiences (see... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
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Tayla
3Years
Solo
Hey, I'm Tayla :) I'm 28 year old currently working full-time in Human Resources. I've got extensive experience in House and Pet sitting and have been doing so since 2018.
I am an animal lover so I'm always so excited to look after your pets :) I've looked after Dogs with disabilities (including a deaf dog who understands particular signals), Cats requiring daily medication, Rabbits,... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 24 Dec 7 Jan'26
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SUDHA
2Years
Family
We are a family of four (2A+2C)and we are from Melbourne starting our full time travel in our camper by the end of July 2023. We would love to take care of your house and pets when you are away
We have done house sittings before (21 sittings in 2 years)
Awaiting for your response
Cheers
Sudha Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
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Paul - The Sparklers
Family
Hi there,
We have just joined mind a home to increase our family travels together. Andi is a teacher and Paul works in film & TV. We live in Jan Juc near Bells Beach in Victoria and are excited to explore our beautiful homeland further with our two sweet daughters who are 10 and 11 years old. We have a well behaved toy poodle Koko who can travel with us or stay with friends at home,... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
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Geoff & Val
2Years
Couple
ID Check
We are a non smoking retired couple from Tasmania who enjoy travel, exploring new places and meeting new people. We have previously had cats and dogs that have now passed on and would be more than happy to care for others. We usually travel for three to five months of the year to escape the cooler months in Tasmania. Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 27 Jun'26 12 Jul'26 28 Aug'26 4 Sep'26
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Angie - outstanding pet and house-sitter
3Years
Solo
Kind hearted and nurturing, but also responsible, non-smoking, active, hard-working, clean and tidy animal lover. I have owned pets (mainly dogs and cats - but also bees, mice, birds, turtles and green tree frogs!) all my life and understand that animals are a part of the family - a part with special needs.
I also enjoy gardening and the outdoors, and was an urban/hobby beekeeper in... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 24 Dec 2 Jan'26 28 Feb'26 14 Mar'26 5 Apr'26 6 May'26 9 May'26 9 Jul'26 13 Jul'26 25 Sep'26
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Jo - Joey
Solo
ID Check
Cripes
I’m old, 59
How did that even happen…
Single
Non smoker
Hermit
Like my own company
Happy to meet new people.. just need them to be knocking at my door!
That means I’m social and chatty, just struggle to put myself out there
Happy to hang out with fur babies if I could choose them over humans
Don’t have my own any more because well… they die & I can’t... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 3 Dec 17 Jan'26