Mcilwraith, Queensland

About this house sitting position in McIlwraith

4 beautiful girls, age 10 - Aussie Shepherd, age 9 German Shepherd, age 2 bull Arab x greyhound, and age 1 lab x - all the girls are rescued and have found their forever homes. The girls all sleep inside the home. There is room to park a caravan/motorhome, but we please ask that you sleep inside our home. girls can be left if you decide to go out and about exploring - lots to see and do.
We live on 2.2 acres not far from the Township of Gin Gin 4671. There are Plenty of local shops and cafes, together with a couple of pubs. Coles and Woolworths deliver to our street. Bundaberg is just over 35 minutes away, with lots to see and do, and with Bargara just 50 minutes away.
We are travelling abroad for our daughter's wedding in March 2027
Mornings in McIlwraith unfold with a gentle quiet, often marked by the distant call of kookaburras rather than traffic. Your daily rhythm with the resident pets will lean into this peacefulness. Leash up the dog for a walk along the unsealed local roads, where the air is often still and carries the scent of eucalyptus. These walks are less about reaching a destination and more about observing the landscape – perhaps a wallaby darting across a field or the sun catching the tops of sugarcane.

The surrounding area offers natural stretches of open land and light bush for longer excursions, providing an undisturbed environment for energetic pets to explore. Daily essentials, from a fresh coffee to groceries, require a short drive into nearby Childers, shaping your day around purposeful trips rather than casual strolls to shops. This arrangement means planning ahead, but also ensures the property remains a tranquil retreat.

Living in McIlwraith means embracing a slower, more deliberate pace. Evenings here are distinctly dark, with the Milky Way often visible overhead, far from urban light pollution. The deep quiet after the last pet check encourages unwinding, truly settling into the home. It’s a place where the sounds of nature dictate the day, making pet care feel intrinsically tied to the serene environment you're immersed in. Read more...

Amenities

Home has external security cameras

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