Calm, DBS-checked Dutch house/boats/pets

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I'm an experienced, hands-on pet and house sitter with a calm, routine-based lifestyle. I'm currently between properties and deliberately keeping my options open rather than committing to a long-term rental or purchase, so housesitting suits both my situation and my enjoyment of different homes and places.

In the past I've cared for a German Shepherd, a Belgian Shepherd, a poodle, two cats, chickens, fish, and gerbils — so I'm comfortable with most household pets. I also lived on a farm in the Netherlands for three years, working around cows, pigs, and sheep, and helping with jobs like stacking hay bales onto trailers.

I'm Dutch, hold UK ILR (share code available), and passed full DBS and financial background checks in April 2026 for my current role in financial services. I don't smoke, drink only occasionally, and don't host parties — your home stays quiet and looked after.

I work part-time with flexible remote/office options, so I'm home most days and can combine sitting with work if useful. I'm fit, practical, and comfortable with garden upkeep, including chainsaw and axe work, and can drive tractors or other estate vehicles if a property needs it.

I hold a full EU driving licence (cars, vans, trailers, minibuses) with a 20+ year accident-free record, an International Certificate of Competence for coastal/inland waters, and an RYA Powerboat Level 2 — so I'm also available for boat-sits. I have Wilderness First Aid and RYA First Aid certificates and years of experience writing risk assessments, so safety around the property and pets is second nature.

I'm reliable, communicate clearly, and take my commitments seriously. Read more...