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Southbank, Victoria

ID: 4cps
Single-storey flat in a city

Name:

Jane

Nearest major city:

Melbourne

Sitter required for:

25 Mar 2026 17 Apr 202623 days

Pet sitting required:

1 cat

Sitter's pets welcome:

No

Reply rating:

5 out of 5

About this house sitting position in SOUTHBANK

I have a beautiful, independent, fluffy 7 year old, inside only, female rescue cat called Misty. I'm going on an overseas trip and she needs some company while I'm away as she is used to me working from home. She is a bit shy with new people and likes her own space, but warms up after a while.

Looking for a single, non-smoking sitter who needs be available in Melbourne beforehand in order to meet in person for a chat/visit before I go away and will actually spend time with Misty (would love someone who works remotely/retired and will be home during the week days) during at least some of the day and will be there overnight.

Misty will need to be fed at least twice a day (dry food, grass and wet treats), given dry treats when you go out, water cleaned and refreshed daily, poo/clumps removed from litter tray daily and litter topped up.

There are a few indoor plants and a few balcony pots that may need to be watered a couple of times during that time.

I live in an apartment on the 2nd floor (steep stairs only), with an amazing garden view in a very central city location - right next door to NGV, Arts Centre and Botanical Gardens, there is a tram stop outside and it is only a short walk to the river and Flinders Street Station.

There may be a spot for a car if required (very easy with public transport), but the space only fits a small vehicle so no large 4X4 or vans.

The apartment complex has beautiful garden courtyard with lots of large trees in the centre with outdoor pool, heated spa, tennis court and small gym. It is a lovely and quiet oasis from the busy city, so there are strict body corporate rules which will need to be followed in using any of the facilities. Would also prefer no guests inside apartment unless organised in advance.
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Amenities

Home has external security cameras

Wifi
Aircon
Heater
Pool

Close to

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

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Reviews for Jane (3 reviews)

4 stars stars
“Jane lives in a very handy location near the city in a quiet location. Pusspuss is a bit timid but easy to look after and warms to you eventually. Thanks Jane, Jodi ”
Jodi - Jodi & Peter, Mindahome specialists. - 8 Oct 2022
5 stars stars
“It was such a pleasure to look after princess Misty who just like a princess loves her space! We so much enjoyed a peaceful time around each other. Jan kindly and professionally guided me through Misty’s needs and her full of light apartment . I truly enjoyed my stay at Jon’s apartment with her beloved cat. Jan’s apartment is in the centre of many places of ‘must see’ in Melbourne including, Melbourne Art Centre, The Botanic Garden, The NGV (National Gallery of Victoria,) the Fed Square in which homes of the national NGV also ACMI (Australian Centre for Moving Images,) Victorian College of the Arts, ACCA (Australian Contemporary Centre for Arts,) The main Theatre , ... this place is just a mitres away from all arts and culture one come to see! The tram is just outside of the complex. I will definitely pet/ house sit with pleasure for Jan. ”
Fatima - Friend of animals and gardens! - 1 Dec 2021
5 stars stars
“Jane's apartment is in a garden setting and close to many Melbourne attractions such as the Botanic Gardens, the NGV, and the Yarra River. Misty is a gorgeous cat. Cautious at first with new people but he became very loving and a great companion. Many other homeowners could take a leaf out of Jane's book. She took me through everything I might need to know about the apartment including where the light switches were, how to use the appliances and made certain I could use the keys. She thus curtailed the little things that can go wrong when you are in someone else's home if you don't have prior knowledge of how to do things. She also left me a fantastic list of local cafes and pinpointed where the local supermarkets were. I very much appreciated her attention to detail and a stay in her lovely apartment with Misty. ”
Nadine - Mature responsible online teacher - 7 Aug 2021
Owners response
Thanks Nadine, it was wonderful having you look after Misty and my place so well while I was away.

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