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Forrest, Australian Capital Territory

ID: 4n3b
2-storey house in a city

Name:

Christine & Ric

Nearest major city:

Canberra

Sitter required for:

13 Jul 2027 27 Jul 202714 days

Pet sitting required:

1 dog

Sitter's pets welcome:

No

Reply rating:

5 out of 5

About this house sitting position in Forrest

We have a very lovable and spoilt toy Moodle. As we are retired, she is rarely alone for long. Across the road is a fully enclosed oval that she loves — it’s her favourite place to chase and retrieve a ball. She also enjoys sitting at the front window, watching the day unfold as people walk by.

Just 50 metres from our home is Telopea Park, where she loves going for walks. She has easy access to the outdoors through her doggy door and comes and goes as she pleases.

We live around the corner from the Manuka shops and just a short walk to Kingston and the foreshore, where there’s a smorgasbord of cafés and restaurants. Cycling paths are plentiful — a 50-metre ride connects you to the main bike path that loops around Lake Burley Griffin, offering opportunities to visit the National Portrait Gallery, National Gallery of Australia, Questacon, or the Arboretum, with plenty of stops for coffee, drinks, or food along the way.

Our heritage-listed home, built in the 1930s, has been lovingly renovated and extended. There is greenery everywhere you look, with both courtyards visible from inside. The house has ducted gas heating and evaporative cooling for the summer months. Our guest bedroom features a king-sized bed that visitors often comment on for its exceptional comfort. Read more...

Amenities

Home has external security cameras

Internet
Wifi
Streaming Media
Aircon
Heater
BBQ
Dishwasher

Close to

Public transport
Shopping Centre
Supermarket
Pubs/Bars
Restaurants/Cafes
Cinema/Theatre
Golf
Parks
Walking trails

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Reviews for Christine & Ric (4 reviews)

5 stars stars
“A wonderful experience! We had a fantastic time house sitting Juni, Chris and Ric's beautiful little Moodle. Chris and Ric were an absolute delight to meet, making us feel incredibly welcome right from the moment we arrived. They were exceptionally organized, providing clear instructions for Juni's care, the house, and any emergency contacts. Their home is lovely and situated in a great area, perfectly located close to excellent restaurants and wonderful walking tracks. We would not hesitate to recommend this house sit and would gladly look after Juni (who was a delight) and their home again! Great house sit Rob & Julie”
Rob - Retired Couple - Rob & Julie - 6 Jun 2026
Owners response
Thankyou for a wonderful review. We have just posted ours.
5 stars stars
“What an absolute pleasure it was looking after Juni for Chris and Ric. We felt very comfortable looking after Juni and their lovely home as we were given clear instructions and they made us feel welcome as soon as we met them. We would not hesitate to return if given the opportunity 😀”
Nina and Paul - Nina and Paul - Retired Professionals - 4 May 2026
5 stars stars
“Christine and Ric are delightful, friendly and generous hosts. Juni (toy moodle) is so affectionate and easy care, and walking easy options with park opposite. Lovely well kept home is in a fabulous location with parks, cafes restaurants, shops & public transport nearby. Communication was straightforward and written instructions made it easy to know what was needed during their away time. Would highly recommend Christine and Ric as hosts, it was a pleasure to look after their Juni and home and happy to return any day- thanks!”
Alisa - Alisa - responsible house/ pet sitter - 12 Dec 2025

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