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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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Lesley
Couple
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Hello we are Lesley and Matt, we have just returned from the UK where we have been for the last 13 years looking after our aging parents. We are currently staying with our friends and their beautiful Pharaoh hound Merlin in the Eastern suburbs. We are without a furry friend of our own as our dog passed away before we left the UK so we would love the chance to sit for someone else’s friend... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
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Seema - Digital geek who loves animals
6Years
Solo
Whoever said Diamonds are a girls best friend never owned a dog or cat :)
I have been living here for a while now. I'm a kind hearted soul who believes in making the world a better place to live. I'm genuine and believe that animals are the same.I work in Digital and work from home few days a week and always have time for pets that I look after.
I looked after pets at their sitters... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
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Michelle - Shelley
1Year
Solo
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Hi 👋
I’m a semi-retired non-smoking nurse with a lifelong love for animals and a down-to-earth approach to life. I grew up on a cattle property, surrounded by all sorts of animals—dogs, cats, horses, goats, cattle, and a variety of birds—so caring for animals has always come naturally to me.
I’ve been house and pet sitting for several years now and truly enjoy the trust that... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 14 Sep 16 Oct 18 Oct 29 Oct 1 Nov 24 Nov 1 Dec 4 Jan'27
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Barbara - Mrs
2Years
Couple
I am 69, just retired and myself and my husband are keen travellers , we have 2 adult children , I was employed as an accounts clerk and my husband was a wardsman in theartre at the local hospital. He also does seasonal work as a wheat harvester. We are happy , friendly , love meeting people. We are happy to care for dogs. W are both fit and healthy , love to walk and go on hikes.
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Preferred locations: NSW All regions
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Louis - Solo Retiree
Solo
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I'm a 58 year old who is almost retired. I have moved a few times from Sydney to Canberra with government and the ADF.
I have 2 adult sons who are in Sydney and it's now just me. I'm a health conscious, reliable, and honest person. Easy to get along with and very adaptable in most environments. I love the country, grew up riding and dreaming about living rural.
I'm comfortable with pets and... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW Sydney West and Blue Mountains, Illawarra, Mid North Coast, Murray-Lower Darling, New England North West, Northern Rivers, Orana, Riverina, South East NSW, Southern Highlands & Tablelands
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New to retirement and looking forward to lots of free time,my own dog recently passed away and i'm not looking to replace her just yet .I am travelling through Australia looking at all the sites i've missed because of work commitments ,I have loads of experiance in the building sector and transportion ,a very handy man to have around Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 1 Aug 30 Sep 22 Oct 12 Nov 1 Dec 1 Feb'27
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I believe that happiness is both the starting point and continuous theme to a life well lived. I am a father and grandfather to wonderful children who grow up much too fast. The joy of meeting new friends including creatures that woof, meow or tweet make my life truly enviable nowadays. Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 14 Sep 29 Sep
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Garth - Garth - friendly, genuine & trustworthy
Solo
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Hi there,
I'm Garth, currently based in Sydney..
I’ve just moved from Cairns and am available for any opportunities while waiting for my place in Sydney to be ready.
I'm reliable, friendly, honest and responsible and can be trusted to treat your pets and your home with the utmost care and respect
I love all animals and will always follow your instructions to the letter... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions except Central West, Far West, Murray-Lower Darling, Orana, Riverina
Current bookings: 31 Aug 1 Dec
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Marni - Ready to take care of your home!
2Years
Family
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I am an Aussie who teaches pilates and runs a dance studio remotely, travelling with my husband who works in IT and our infant son, as well as our 3yo kelpie. We manage a short term rental property as well as a small team of short term rental cleaners so we are used to taking care of properties to the highest standards. We love animals and are used to taking care of an energetic kelpie. We... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
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Elizabeth - Elizabeth - Premium Sitter
3Years
Solo
I give your fur babies the holiday at home they deserve, while you are having the holiday away from home that you deserve!
Experienced Petsitter with multiple references from repeat sits on other sites.
A professional remote worker from New Zealand, I arrived in Sydney with my partner but after missing the companionship of animals we "fell into" sitting to get our pet fix!! I work from... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 10 Sep 13 Oct 4 Dec 13 Dec 23 Dec 27 Dec 31 Mar'27 29 Apr'27
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Vanessa - Reliable Aussie House Sitter
Solo
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I'm a mature, calm, and organised solo house sitter originally from Sydney, currently house and pet sitting along Australia's east coast. I have a background in Business and IT project management, so I'm detail oriented, good at following or creating instructions, and used to managing routines and schedules; and since Covid I have worked in disability and aged care, so I am terrific at being... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 20 Sep 15 Dec 18 Dec 30 Dec 31 Dec 24 Feb'27 28 Mar'27 29 May'27
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Bruce & Jenny
10Years
Couple
RESPONSIBLE RETIRED COUPLE WHO TREAT OTHER PEOPLES PROPERTY AND POSSESSIONS WITH CARE AND PRIDE AS WE DO OUR OWN HOME.
We are a 78 & 75 year old caring couple who like to house sit for people that want to go away on holiday.
We no longer own pets anymore, as we do not think it is fair for them or us. Because of that we have certainly have missed the friendship and delight that they offer. So... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW Sydney North, Sydney South, Sydney East, Illawarra, Murray-Lower Darling, Riverina, South East NSW, Southern Highlands & Tablelands
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Richard - Ric
4Years
Couple
Hi, I am becoming a nomad, not really grey but white. I love animals anytype, we have a Cavoodle and another Cavoodle grandchild who has sleep overs from time to time. Sadly I'll be travelling without them, so will need some pet time while travelling as most time I'll be travelling alone but sometimes with my partner. I'm fit and healthy and respectful, old school. My travel plans will take me... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
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Jarrod - Full-time committed house and pet sitter
3Years
Solo
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Greetings, I’m Jarrod, a full‑time house and pet sitter in my mid‑40s with experience across more than 50 sits. I genuinely enjoy caring for animals and looking after people’s homes with calm attention and reliability. People describe me as sincere, steady, kind, and responsible. I don’t smoke, drink, or use drugs, and I maintain excellent physical and mental health. I live a simple,... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 24 May 3 Oct 3 Oct 16 Dec 16 Dec 20 Jan'27 20 Jan'27 24 Mar'27 3 Jun'27 25 Sep'27
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Tracey - House/garden proud mature couple in our
Couple
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We are Murdoch and Tracey, a mature quiet non smoking New Zealand couple in our 50's with no children who enjoy keeping active and visiting new places.
We also like to spend a lot of time at home.
We're both considered to be reliable, trustworthy people who keep to our word so no cancelled house sits once we have agreed to sit for you.
We are semi retired so have some flexibility with... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 1 Sep 25 Sep 26 Sep 28 Nov 29 Nov 31 Jan'27 1 Feb'27 28 Feb'27
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Barbara - Experienced and reliable
2Years
Family
We are quiet and respectful and will look after your home and garden with care and consideration, treating any pets with lots of love and attention. We will keep you regularly updated while you are away to ensure your peace of mind.
We are in good health, and are nonsmokers. We have lived in rural areas for the most part and are power and water use conscious.
We enjoy gardening, bush... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions except Sydney North, Sydney South, Sydney East, Far West
Current bookings: 17 Jul 25 Sep 14 Sep 13 Oct 14 Oct 7 Nov 13 Nov 22 Dec 2 Feb'27 31 Mar'27
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Hi! I’m Katie.
Non-drinker, non-smoker
I’m an experienced and caring pet lover who has looked after different animals including cats, dogs, fish, frogs, chickens and birds. I treat every home and pet as if they were my own with respect, attention and care.
I’m responsible, reliable and easy to reach while you're away. I pride myself on being tidy & respectful of your space. I... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW Sydney North, Sydney South, Sydney East, Illawarra
Current bookings: 12 Sep 24 Sep 24 Nov 31 Dec 1 Jan'27 26 Jan'27
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Claire - Claire65
Solo
I am 65 years old retired Nurse who after staying in Brisbane with a friend, I want to travel and enjoy looking after fur babies.
I have unofficially house sat for several friends.
I cared for two wonderful rag doll cats.
I have a lot of experience with animals and have even breed Dalmatian pups.
I like most household pets especially cats and dogs. Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
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Hello! We are a professional couple who share a passion for global travel, slow living, and creating harmonious spaces wherever we go. As wellness and therapeutic professionals, a calm, grounded lifestyle is at the core of who we are. We treat every home we watch with the utmost respect, keeping it exceptionally clean, quiet, and peaceful.
Whether we are enjoying a local market, working... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
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Chantal - Trustworthy, reliable pet & home sitter
2Years
Couple
Hello, my name is Chantal. I’m a non-smoker who is reliable, respectful, and comfortable caring for both homes and pets. I grew up in Melbourne, have previously lived in Europe and Asia, and am currently completing a Master of Social Work in NSW.
I’ll be working/studying online from home, which gives me flexibility and availability to provide consistent care for your pets, home, and... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
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Anne Marie - Maurice & Anne Marie
7Years
Couple
Hello.
We are Maurice and Anne Marie, a happily married couple (yes, it’s true), both recently retired professionals and both fit and healthy.
Maurice was a much loved and respected Secondary School Teacher teaching mathematics. As a keen lawn bowls player and a very doting grandfather, retirement is suiting him very well. I held Senior Manager roles within Victorian State government... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 1 Sep 30 Sep 1 Oct 10 Oct 11 Oct 31 Jan'27
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Frances - calm-experienced-reliable
3Years
Solo
I'm currently in a position where it works well for me to housesit. I'm friendly, adaptable, experienced and organised in caring for properties and animals.
Being physically fit I enjoy walking, gardening and the occasional quiet catch-up with friends. I’m a freelance digital artist working part-time from home, so I am in the home most of the time.
Happy to provide more details about my... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW Sydney South, Illawarra, Mid North Coast, South East NSW, Southern Highlands & Tablelands
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LISETTE - In our 7th year of continuous house-sits
5Years
Family
Bonjour et G'day!
We are an Australian- Dutch family who embarked on a house-sitting journey in 2018. We applied for a château sit in the South -West of France and were able to stay there for more than 2 fab years . During Covid we were offered a long-term housesit back in Sydney ( Windsor) on 5 acres with Alpacas and English sheepdogs. We decided to take the offer at the end of 2020,... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
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Laetitia - Girbra
Couple
We are a newly retired couple who having down-sized our property do not now have our own pets but are willing to give others' furry family members care and company while their owners have a time away from home.
We are easy going, willing to mind animals, plants, collect mail or more to let you have a carefree holiday, knowing your home and furry family members have company and care while you... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions
Current bookings: 5 Nov 10 Nov
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Christine - Highly reliable and responsible couple
7Years
Couple
We are an energetic and highly reliable couple looking for house sitting opportunities. We live in Canberra and love to travel. We have always taken pride in our home and gardens and will do the same for you. We do not have any pets of our own but would love to care for yours. We are non smokers.
John is a very skilled handyman so is readily able to complete repairs around your home... Read more
Preferred locations: NSW All regions