Care for our cat and help with housesitting in Totara North, New Zealand

Availability

  2026 

 Min stay requested: at least 1 month

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  • Description

    Description

    House and Cat sitter needed from September 8 till October 9.

    Comfortable double bed and house for cat lovers. Rural and unique quiet location.

    25+ only
    Cat Lovers
    Clean and responsible
    Might not suit vegan/vegetarians
    1-2 people only
    No guests
    Own transportation
    Backpackers
    References

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    House & pet sitting
  • Interests

    Interests

    Pets
    Farming
    Water sports
    Fitness
    Outdoor activities
    Nature
    Hiking
    Camping
    Beach
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    - Unique Northland Experience
    - Whangaroa Harbour (2 minutes)
    (Happy to lend you a kayak)
    - Dukes Nose nearby (5 minutes)
    - Snorkel beaches nearby (~30 minutes)
    (Happy to lend you gear if it fits)

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    Take care of cat/home. Unpaid. No food provided. Unique and comfortable home. No kids. Backpackers only. Can arrive earlier, but you have to be available for the entire period.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Dutch: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Modern 3 bedroom fully insulated house. One guest room which would be your room. Third bedroom playstation room. Lounge, deck kitchen etc

    We expect you keep this space clean and tidy up when you leave.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Please get in touch with a bit about yourself when replying to us. Video call.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    There is plenty of space to park vans, though access is via a steep, windy gravel road. It is definitely doable, and we’re happy to help if needed. Alternatively, you can leave your van at the bottom and walk up, or we can pick you up.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Phoebe and Chuck

Host ref number: 591551639693

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