Hi, I’m Petrea, experienced house sitter, retired writer and yacht rigger. I’ve cared for acreage properties, farms and suburban houses. Having also owned several of these, I know how important it is to find a reliable and trustworthy house sitter.
Here's a quick summary - please read before contacting me :)
• Practical, experienced and reliable
• Acreage specialist, prefer some space
• I don't look after dogs or cats (except farm cats)
• Usually stay in my van, not your house
• I have a small motor home and a quiet little dog
If you're still interested - I am familiar with gardening, irrigation, ride-on mowers, zero-turns, pumps, gates, fences, dams, pool maintenance, off grid living and water saving. Being a hands-on practical person means I can also trouble shoot and fix issues before they become major.
I've cared for dogs, cats, birds, wildlife and livestock. However, I no longer look after dogs. I can’t give them the attention they deserve because my little fella is uncomfortable sharing me with others. No cats either, except the aloof ones that prefer their own company.
Unless it’s a long house-sit (and maybe even then) I prefer to stay in the van, using only your bathroom and laundry. So I need somewhere level and off-road to park, Telstra reception, and a safe space for Bodi.
In addition to the reviews on this site and the recommendations below from other house sitting sites, I have referees available for you to contact.
REFERENCES:
Deb, Cornubia: Second time Petrea has looked after the place for us… no hesitation in recommending her services. Deals with the unexpected / unanticipated events very well… and on this occasion there were several! Thanks Petrea!!!
Best skills: Pets well cared for, Followed instructions, Home neat and clean, Resourceful
Ross and Marlene, Lockyer Valley: Petrea was reliable sitter for us, and looked after the garden and chickens very well. Would recommend Petrea to anyone. Everything was tidy and clean on arrival home, and the house was cool, turned air con on for us when we arrived home on that hot day. We certainly would invite her to come again.
Heather, Shailer Park: This is the second time we have had Petrea mind our home for us. She is delightful and always obliging. Both times we have come home to a lovely clean, neat and tidy home.
We will continue to use Petrea if she is available in the future.
I have no hesitation in recommending Petrea as a very capable minder of your home.
Best skills:Followed instructions, Home neat and clean, Maintained garden, Punctual, Resourceful"
Deb, Cornubia: House & garden left spotless. Coped well with my elderly mum dropping around to chat with the chooks and walk her dog. Nice little touch - a "welcome home" card left on the table for us. Would recommend.
Ursula Jean, Toowoomba: I would recommend this practical, polite, independent lady for any future sits.
Cathy, Toowoomba: Petrea was very capable and reliable. Home and animals were in good hands while we had a wonderful holiday.
Carol, Manly: Petrea looked after my house and gardens for three months. The house was left spotless, gardens looking way better than before.
Kaye, Deception Bay: I found Petrea to be very honest and reliable and wouldn't hesitate to recommend her.
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We were very happy to have Petrea sit for us over the Christmas period. She arrived well in time with her campervan and little dog Bodi. We were more than happy for her to stay in the house, but she was happy to set up her camper on our front lawn and just use the bathroom and laundry. We have a large garden so normally a lot of watering but there were a lot of storms some severe, whilst we were away, so there was not a lot to do, but the plants that were under cover were all looked after. ... MORE
Happy to be contacted for a reference.
