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House Sitters available (County Durham, North East England)
Our House Sitters list for all the United Kingdom 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 Location, 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 the United Kingdom). 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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Ron - Responsible
Single
I am a university professor (ESL & Spanish) and a calligrapher/lettering craftsman (I also teach calligraphy in Philadelphia art colleges), a former Peace Corps volunteer (Colombia), who is very interested in a housesit in the UK. (I think it fair to say - for you and for me - that I am responsible). I have excellent references. I will take care of your home and pet(s) as though they were my... Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
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Kathryn - Vet parents
4Years Family
Brought up in the countryside, lived in various countries with many pets and big gardens to look after. Now home is an apartment, miss our pets and gardens, so look forward to “ borrowing” and looking after those of others. We are fit, active and a very caring family. Also a cleanliness fanatic! Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
Current bookings: 20 Jul 4 Aug
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Taffy L L - House/B&B Sitter
3Years Single
I am a 70 year old retired electronics consultant (40 years)from the USA who has a good knowledge of DIY, gardening, sewing, etc and has acquired experience since 2009 in running B&B/self-catering, a cider farm and homes in the West Country and in California, USA while owners are away on pleasure/business. I have visited many regions of the UK since 1983.
I have an auto and will drive/ferry... Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
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Imogen Thea - Imogen
1Year Single
Hi, I am 52, I have a beautiful, gentle lurcher, Oberon, who is 8 and loves other dogs, good with livestock, and cats. We are on a mission to explore this beautiful country. I am passionate about the natural world, and am currently working on a book around this subject. We would be delighted to house and pet sit for you. Imogen. Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
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Hi I'm Kay. Lifelong animal lover and gardening enthusiast. I have fond memories of my childhood with 10 dogs in a large back garden backed onto a Country Park. I have also been a cat owner since my teens and absolutely love looking after them (My lovely Cat Sophie lived to 18 years!) We adopted a neighbour's Cat a few years back as she was going to be sent to a cat home. Initially she was... Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
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South African who has been in the UK for nearly 8 years and could not be more happier with all the fantastic culture and history. Currently full time dog sitter looking after two gorgeous Boxers who keep me on my toes. Have a break over December and hoping to explore a bit. Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
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Linda - AUNTIE LINDA
Single
I am a recently retired lady who has plenty time now to care for your home and pets. Growing up on a dairy farm saw me having cats, dogs, chickens, cows, a horse, alpacas. Recently my 15 coloured sheep and their new lambs have been sold.
Caring for others (humans and animals) is what I do best.. Until his recent death I cared for my 86 yr old family friend who had health problems. This... Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
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I am an experienced house and pet sitter in Dorset broadening my placements with this website. I am extremely organised, immaculate, tidy and come with not only pet sitting experience but household management and private PA experience as a bonus! I offer my services to keep your pet happy and your home secure in exchange for sits and locations that suit me. I work remotely as a sportswriter... Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
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William and Patricia - Competent retired couple
10Years Couple
We are a well traveled professional retired couple. Lived in Africa, Mexico and served in the Royal and Merchant Navy. Our travels have given us opportunity to House sit for many friends and Mindahome clients whom can vouch for our competence in looking after their homes and pets. Bill is a competent engineer and Yacht-master and the Pat is a Sailor and Hotelier. We ran our own B&B in... Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
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Sandra - Sandra G - reliable and trustworthy
2Years Single
I am an active, healthy, friendly and positive person. I enjoy walking and the outdoors and work online in education. I have lived and worked in travel and education in many countries in the world and until Jan 2 years ago, I had a Border Collie, who aged 14, sadly passed away. I decided to join Homesitters as I love visiting new places and love all animals. I will look after your home and... Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
Current bookings: 12 Sep 23 Sep 29 Oct 16 Nov
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Hi everyone! I'm Gabbie from Australia and I'd love to care for your home and pets so you have a stress free time away. I'm responsible, reliable and trustworthy. I've previously looked after cats, ducks, chickens and rabbits through this site and have received lovely reviews from their owners. Looking forward to meeting you and your treasured pets😊 Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
Current bookings: 4 Jul 22 Jul 26 Jul 16 Aug
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Steve - An active and animal loving couple
1Year Couple
HI! I am a retired Chartered Accountant and my partner Vicki is a retired Software Engineer.
We both love animals - I have had dogs and cats throughout my life; and Vicki recently lost her much adored cat Inky. and also loves horses and is experienced at looking after them.
We live separately but only 6 miles apart. I now live in a block of flats where unfortunately pets are not allowed. ... Read more
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Simon - Simon Shackley
Single
I am a 59 year old former university academic who is reliable, professional and experienced at managing and taking good care of property. Having previously owned dogs and cats for many years I and good at looking at pets and enjoy their company. I have a flexible schedule and can adjust plans to meet your needs. My interests include yoga, walking, writing, reading and music. I am an... Read more
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Colin - Colin Armstrong
Single
I am a 61 year old retired professional. I was made aware of this service by a friend and I felt as though it was a perfect opportunity to help others while exploring the UK. My own cats are no longer with me and this has now given me the opportunity to travel. I am an animal lover and love to take long walks either at the coast or in countryside. Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
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Gentle House-Sitters
6Years Couple
Hi,
We use Mindahome a couple of times a year.
For many years Afifa used to house-sit alone internationally when Paul was travelling for work. We're older now and make a good team able to do a better job together. We're clean, responsible animal-lovers and green-fingered too, both kind and affectionate. We have DBS checks and references available. We don't smoke or drink and will be... Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
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Charles - 3rd Legs & Co
Couple
Hello,
We are Dani and Charlie, active retirees in our seventies, married for 56 years and still living in the North Yorkshire home that we moved into 41 years ago.
We enjoy travelling and exploring different places around Britain and abroad. We're quiet, sociable and have always have always got on well with our neighbours.
Our own home is kept clean and tidy and we would treat... Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
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Cecelia - Considerate and caring couple
3Years Couple
2025
Are you looking for long-term house sitters? We are open to any and all suggestions, anytime/duration from March 2025 through November 2025.
We are a well-travelled, convivial, community-minded non-smoking, pet-loving couple. (Lions International member, Red Cross volunteers and Blue Card/Australian Police check)
Roger is a retired Major and we recently celebrated our 49th wedding... Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
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Josy - Josy and Don doggie lovers
1Year Couple
Hi. After losing our old lady dog last year, we decided to try house sitting. We are sitting this week for a week and again in February for a month. We just adore dogs and sit for dogs when their owners go on holiday. I also walk 2 dogs 3 times a week. Our hobby is walking and visiting places in the uk, so house sitting is perfect for us. We are extremely clean and tidy ,... Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
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Richard - Natalie & Richard
Couple
My wife and I have recently moved back to the UK after spending the last 8 years in the USA (my wife is American). I am 37 and my wife is 30.
We're currently going through the planning process to have a house built on my families land and because of this we are extremely flexible.
We love animals! Currently we have 2 cats and a GSD dog. These wouldn't be coming with us as they are... Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
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Steve and Janet - Trustworthy and Reliable
5Years Couple
We are a retired married couple living in a small market town in the West Midlands. We are both fully vaccinated, non-smokers and are fit and active. We have raised a family and have kept cats, hamsters and rabbits so are familiar with the responsibilities of running a household. We’re happy to look after cats, well behaved dogs and other animals, fish or birds we’re comfortable with. We... Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
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Homeowner in Park City Utah, owner of an entertainment booking agency, composer and "cover band" singer.
Years of experience managing tours for (U.S.) Armed Forces Entertainment through over 2 dozen countries, including conflict zones. Resourceful, responsible, amiable. Comfy with any & all animals. Looking especially to care for homes in areas with live music venues, as I usually travel... Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
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Susan - Susie D
4Years Couple
Fit, active , newly retired couple looking for a new challenge involving travel and helping others. No ties or commitments, love looking after other people’s pets , have always had chickens and adore cats and dogs having looked after them in our working life. Very reliable and competent and handy round the home. Enjoy walking , gardening and exploring new areas and making new friends Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
Current bookings: 29 Jul 8 Aug
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Jane - Recently retired, reliable + trustworthy
3Years Couple
Currently only available for long weekend (Thursday to Monday) housesits. We are Nicholas and Jane, a not so recently retired couple now, looking for new experiences and responsibilities. Since finishing paid employment, we have both taken on various roles volunteering for local charities and organisations and whenever we have a few weeks to spare, we would love to help others by looking after... Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions
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Sharyn - Semi-retired Kiwis
2Years Couple
Semi-retired couple 70/62 who own a canal boat for summer cruising looking to secure house sitting position for the cooler months. We once worked as a handyman/housekeeper at a large country estate. We can do almost anything and are quite flexible on location. We also managed a holiday complex of 22 stone cottages and log cabins at another time. Sharyn has worked as a Theatre Nurse and David... Read more
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bridget - BidC
7Years Single
Hello,
My name is Bridget and I am a retired children's nurse.
I have been house sitting on and off since 2008. I looked after two cats regularly for about 3 months each time, every summer for several years whilst I worked in London.
Since then I have looked after both cats and dogs a couple of times a year. This year, and now that I am free to do so, I have done quite a few sits,... Read more
Preferred locations: North East England All regions