Semi-retired, experienced homeowner

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I am a mature woman who is happy to do sits on my own but I sometimes do sits with a friend if the homeowners would prefer a couple. Or sometimes because I would like to spend some time with a friend.
I have owned several old houses and have been involved in renovating 4 cottages in Northumberland and a house in Brittany. I am not afraid to roll my sleeves up to deal with whatever needs doing and I have my own tool bag!
I am almost always cheerful and energetic. I enjoy the countryside and nature.
I have experience with various pets, from the usual cats and dogs to less common snakes and ferrets. I have not had my own hens but did have regular visitors at one of my cottages in Northumberland, and I have often looked after my friend's hens when she has gone away.
I also enjoy gardening and rarely kill a houseplant, in fact I am often given them to bring back from the dead.
"Trust in the Universe!" That's what I said when I decided to continue with the sale of my house even though my purchase had fallen through. And so my house-sitting adventure began in September 2021 and continued until July 2022 when a degree of 'normal' returned.
I thoroughly enjoyed the months of house-sitting, especially meeting new pets and discovering their personalities. They have frequently made me laugh and we have always bonded well.
I have family and friends living in Sussex, so I seek properties there so that I can visit them.
I am also available for sits closer to home in Devon.
Please note: Because Devon sits would be for the benefit of the homeowners, I would ask for payment for these. Read more...