Scrubby Creek, Queensland

“Lesley's home is very comfortable and her gardens are beautiful. Opening the gate every morning for Monty and walking around the paddocks with him, sharing the view and having a chat was very special. It was a pleasure to house sit for Lesley. ”

“It is so beautiful at Scrubby Creek that I wonder why Lesley ever leaves the place. Monte, the maremma dog that looks after the sheep, was a wonderful bonus. He and I are good mates but you probably need some confidence to get to know him. He isn't my responsibility because the owners of the farm live in a cottage just below the house. Lesley is easy to communicate with. She has a lovely outdoor area and garden which which I didn't water much - we had 300mm of rain during November. I would love to house sit again sometime and intend to visit when Silvia and I are back in Oz together. A bonus is that dad grew up on a farm just across the hill from Scrubby Creek so all of the local place names are familiar. Thanks Lesley for the opportunity to visit and enjoy the area.”

“I loved every day I spent at Lesley's. Breathing in the views as I walked around the paddocks in the early morning. Counting the sheep and guinea fowls. Brief chats as I passed Monty the Meremma. Tending the cottage garden. The house was clean and neat and easy to keep that way. The neighbouring owners kind and friendly, without ever intruding. ”