The Caretaker Gazette Email Broadcasts 2016

Thursday, December 29, 2016

Australia

LIVE-IN CARETAKER needed in the Eastern Suburbs of Perth. Our client, [Contact info available to subscribers], is a 70 unit, 18 level strata development located in Claremont. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced site caretaker to assist the Strata Council and Strata Manager in all round building maintenance and management. This is a permanent live-in role that requires a hands-on approach to the maintenance of the grounds, facilities and the management of contract maintenance trades people. Responsibilities will include coordinating, scheduling and performing general caretaking duties, attending to minor maintenance issues, supervise maintenance work performed by sub-contractors engaged by the strata company, report failures or faults in alignment with WH&S policies, ensure all areas are clean and well maintained at all times including coordinating waste collections, operate and maintain cleaning machinery, liaison with residents and owners, investigate residents’ concerns, reporting to the Strata Manager and Council, and any other ad-hoc duties requested. The successful applicant will have extensive experience within the facilities/building management space ideally coming from a trade or engineering background with experience in a customer facing environment. Trade skills including electrical, plumbing, mechanical services will be highly regarded, along with an awareness of current issues and legal requirements affecting the built environment. You must be a self-motivated individual with a proactive approach. On-site accommodation, an attractive salary, and an autonomous role come with this position. Local applicants in Western Australia should contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Canada

FULL-TIME, LIVE-IN CARETAKER required at small horse farm in Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Nice one bedroom accommodation provided at the farm. Must have experience working with horses and love animals. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Missouri

I AM LOOKING FOR ANIMAL CARETAKER/LIVE-IN SECURITY for my old farm house, while I travel for my work. I have six acres of organic land in southwest Missouri Ozark’s in Mt Vernon, MO. I will be visiting now and then. My animals include one dog, three horses, 11 cats, homing pigeons and 30 egg laying chickens. My house is warmed with a wood burning stove, and I have fresh, healthy well water. I have septic and minimal electric, but all the normal kitchen appliances and laundry washer. This is mostly a work exchange position. Upkeep, security and excellent animal care needed for a homesteading lifestyle, home in a rural, private setting. Located 35 minutes to Springfield, MO, 35 minutes to Joplin, MO, and small towns are closer. Truly interested applicants only please. This is available ASAP. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

HOUSE SITTER/CARETAKER available. Southeastern or mid-Atlantic U.S. preferred. I would not mind taking care of your pets, your yard, farm chores etc. I have done yard work on high-priced properties many times to make ends meet. House sitting is also nothing new to me. References are available. I am a musician. Although I will try to find work in your area, a small salary will be necessary. Please contact me by regular mail:

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Thursday, December 22, 2016

Australia

LOOKING FOR BACKPACKER TRAVELLERS at [Contact info available to subscribers] in Parramatta Park, Queensland (next to Cairns Central Shopping Centre). Trade your time for your accommodation. I am looking for one night-time caretaker and one other for housekeeping. This position would suit an easy going person who does not drink alcohol, as it is a no alcohol hostel. We have a clean, quiet and safe place to stay. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] to apply.

Indiana

HOUSE SITTER(S) WANTED ASAP for our rural home outside of Terre Haute in Woodgate, IN from now through January 2, 2017 (our house sitter got ill and needed to leave so we need to find a house sitting replacement ASAP). The house sitter can be a single, couple or family. We have a modern three bedroom/two bath home on wooded acreage near a large farm. It’s very quiet and private here. In addition to house sitting, we have three dogs to take care of. They are affectionate, healthy and love to walk. This is a beautiful, peaceful place with woods, and a pond in the woods. There is also a creek in the woods to hike, and paved roads through the farm. There are three other houses on the farm, but not within view. There is great hunting and fishing nearby. No pets or smoking. Children are OK. Must be non-smokers/drinkers and no parties will be allowed here. You must have your own vehicle. Please email a letter of interest and at checkable references to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

Virginia

AN ASPIRING OR ASSISTANT (couple or solo) needed to join and learn from our happy team of two experienced Innkeepers. The [Contact info available to subscribers] is located in the Historic District of Harrisonburg in the center of the Beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. It is a beautiful well-established Inn, TripAdvisor top rated, Certified Virginia Green, Diamond Collection 10 Room property with a 17 year history. This is not a temporary position or transient position. The opportunity is perfect for a financially secure, mature person/couple who have a passionate desire that is matched with the “right stuff” to enjoy a good life as successful, happy and professional Innkeeper(s). Housing provided in one of the private apartments on our [Contact info available to subscribers] with a cash amount commensurate with their work ethic, skill set and competency level. We operate as a professional Innkeeping tag team with scheduled time off and involvement in community life. Only easy going, happy people with smiles work here! A video Skype interview with [Contact info available to subscribers] (the owner and Master Innkeeper) will be an essential part of your application portfolio. To ask a question, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wisconsin

PRIVATE CHEF needed. An executive couple in Wisconsin’s North Woods seeks a culinary trained Chef to work full-time, year round at their family and business retreat lodge. Must have a culinary degree, be experienced in preparing meals in a luxury environment, and be organized. Meal preparation for family and employee groups of 6-10 for 4-day weekends, primarily from May – October. Experienced in a variety of cuisines preferred. Accommodations provided for two in a private wing. Excellent salary and benefits provided. Flexible start date. Immediate interviews. Please apply for position [Contact info available to subscribers] Qualified applicants will be contacted.

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

My name is Taylor Shaw, I am a 25-year-old female from Connecticut looking for a long-term house sitting and/or caretaking opportunity in the city of Atlanta, Georgia. I would also be open to a position just outside the city. Looking to trade work for a living space. I have house and pet sitting experience, and would love to be a part of maintaining a garden and yard if needed. Will start ASAP. Feel free to shoot me an email at [Contact info available to subscribers] if interested in working something out.

Monday, December 19, 2016

Australia

FULL-TIME HORSE PROPERTY CARETAKER needed at [Contact info available to subscribers] in New South Wales, northwest of Sydney. Must have at least five years’ experience in caring for horses. Must be capable to do property maintenance including electric fence maintenance, mowing whipper snipping, etc. Horse training experience would be an advantage. Salary and an accommodation package included. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

FARM/ANIMAL/CAMP CARETAKER(S) needed, beginning January, 2017 in Mendocino County, Northern California. An application for “Seasonal Support Staff-Off-Season” is available at [Contact info available to subscribers] Transportation is essential. Must enjoy outdoor physical labor/indoor office and maintenance. Organic vegetable garden, summer camp, Eel River, trail work, firewood, computer/social media/marketing. Please check website for more information or email [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

[Contact info available to subscribers] is seeking a full-time resident College Camp Caretaker for their 276 acre educational/recreational facility, located three miles from campus. The Lodge is used for meetings and social events; grounds and trails are utilized for camping, hiking, biking, and snowshoeing. This is a live-in, hourly rate position with overnight on-call responsibilities when we have overnight guests. Compensation includes a caretaker cabin with utilities. Required qualifications include: a high school diploma or GED, exceptional communication and customer service skills to interact with students, faculty, and staff, demonstrated ability to safely operate outdoor equipment and maintain camp facilities, basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, and other mechanical repairs, capable of performing manual labor including the ability to lift heavy objects, perform trail maintenance, and operate a chainsaw and have the ability to work independently. Preferred qualifications are to have an Associates or Bachelor’s degree, and prior experience maintaining a campsite or similar camp operation. Resumes should be mailed to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

HOUSE SITTER/CARETAKER available. Southeastern or mid-Atlantic U.S. preferred. I would not mind taking care of your pets, your yard, farm chores etc. I have done yard work on high-priced properties many times to make ends meet. House sitting is also nothing new to me. References are available. I am a musician. Although I will try to find work in your area, a small salary will be necessary. Please contact me by regular mail:

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Friday, December 16, 2016

Arizona

CARETAKERS NEEDED for a peaceful small suburban Tucson ranch at base of the Catalina Mountains. We are seeking a reliable couple for our 12 acre ranch in northeastern Tucson. The setting is quiet and lush, and we offer a completely separate Santa Fe style guesthouse with one large bedroom and bath, walk-in closet, and large great room and full kitchen and kiva fireplace. The guesthouse is 1,000 square feet, comes furnished, and was totally renovated in September of 2014. There are also covered patios for enjoying the outdoors, and in the summer months you would have full use of a beautiful pool and barbecue. The guesthouse is adjacent to a large workshop as well as a locked storage room, which you would be free to use, along with a separate washer and dryer for your use. We provide all utilities year-round (internet, power, water, garbage pickup, TV, heating/cooling). You must be totally nonsmoking, nondrinking and not users of any drugs, and must love animals! Must have no pets, as we have a barn cat who roams the property and is afraid of dogs, and must have horse care experience. We are here November through April, and then we and our two horses and three dogs leave for a summer home. When we are here, the work averages 15-20 hours weekly, and less when we are away. Work consists of caring for two gentle horses, occasional dog sitting, feeding barn cat, cleaning our house when we are here, maintaining the pool, landscaping, and drip irrigation, buildings, taking care of equipment, and performing basic home repairs and upkeep as needed. You should be able to maintain an ATV and manure spreader. The job is perfect for a retired couple or for folks who work from home. You would be free to have some outside work, and we are flexible when it comes to time off for family visits, vacations, etc. We want people for the long-term, who will think of this as their home. No salary is provided. Available immediately. Our listing is back on because our caretaker backed out after accepting the position. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] We look forward to hearing from you.

Australia

CARETAKER COUPLE needed for a beef property, located northeast of Goondiwindi, in the Darling Downs region of Queensland. Need a caretaker couple with livestock experience. A comfortable, air-conditioned home, workshop, and stables provided in exchange for light duties. This would be suitable for active retirees. The start date will be after New Year’s. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] to apply.

California

CARETAKER WANTED for a 20 acre farm in the Sutter Area. Will substantially reduce rent on a 1,500 sq. ft. house. The caretaker will also be paid for hourly work. Experience with walnuts, horses, tractor operation, irrigation, and yard work would be helpful. To apply, please mail your resume to Caretaker Position,

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Georgia

NEED ASAP (yesterday): Single, responsible, experienced non-smoker/drinker/drugs person to stay at my small, private, quirky home on 2.2 acres 45 minutes north of Atlanta to care for my 12-year-old cat diabetic cat (no insulin), and help get minor work done around the house and yard while I’m out of town until the end of January; potentially long-term. No cable, but Wi-Fi, ROKU, and Netflix. Not a paid position – help in return for accommodation. Convenient to town (three miles) and highway. Outside job OK. Must have own transportation, and references. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for an energetic, organized and uniquely friendly couple to run our eight-bedroom B&B/event venue in Vermont. Successful applicants will demonstrate a willingness to enthusiastically participate in housekeeping, guest services, breakfast preparation, marketing, event sales, maintenance, and everything else required to ensure an exceptional guest experience. We’re looking for people who genuinely want to host and entertain our guests, and who understand that making customers happy is not a 9-5 gig! This is a live-in position, and requires the innkeeper’s presence on the property most of the time, even outside of “working hours.” An application must include a resume, and a statement about your work history, your personality or your approach to employment/life that will convince us you’d be a great fit in a family-operated business of creative types. Compensation includes salary, living quarters, utilities and paid vacation. Experience is absolutely required. Please send your materials to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

I am looking for a long-term caretaking situation to care for your home in the Los Angeles Westside area. I am a skilled plumber and electrician equipped to service your property and take care of it in the event of an emergency. I am also trained in martial arts for 15 years and an Air Force veteran. I can effectively deter any possible intruders. I am bondable and have passed top secret security clearances when I was in the military, therefore, I am well equipped to care for the safety and security of your valuables. Please contact: [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, December 14, 2016

Argentina

PATAGONIA FRONTIER CALLING! ARTIST’S ASSISTANT AND COMPANION needed in the Andes of Northern Patagonia for a determined woman with Multiple Sclerosis. I need a commitment of a minimum of one month, the longer the better. I am an artist and an experienced horsewoman. I believe in the healing power of creativity, as well as the love of nature and her creatures. My ranch is located in a non-touristic part of beautiful Patagonia, nestled in the foothills of the Andes, in the heart of the real Gaucho culture. In the winter months (May through November) we may be changing locations. I will pay all expenses when together. This is not a salaried position, as it is a volunteer opportunity. In exchange for adventure, fun, basic food and housing, you will be my co-creator in art projects. Duties include, but are not limited to: help with the horses. Important that we enjoy each other’s company. Free time to be arranged as needed and wanted. You should have a mastery of English, Spanish a major plus, good computer skills, a driver’s license, and the ability to drive a manual/stick-shift. Please send a description of why you are interested, resume if you have one, something about yourself, your age and a photo to [Contact info available to subscribers] Please see my webpage at [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you for your interest. I look forward to sharing with you.

Florida

FULL-TIME FARM/RANCH CARETAKER WANTED in Lake County, Florida. Must have experience with animals, building maintenance, landscaping, etc. Ideal candidate(s) should be self-starting, motivated and have an eye for detail. The position is full-time. To be considered, all interested applicants should email their resume, references and salary requirements to [Contact info available to subscribers] Serious inquiries only please.

New Zealand

HOUSEKEEPING HELP needed ASAP. Are you energetic, passionate and looking for international working environment in Hamilton, New Zealand? Why don’t you join us? [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a couple of exchanges. Your duties would be cleaning the kitchen, bathroom and making beds and folding towels, etc. Start working from 10am finishing around 12:30-1:00pm (it depends on how busy we are), for five days a week in return for shared dorm accommodation, free unlimited Wi-Fi, bicycle rentals (during the summer season), continental breakfast, local activity vouchers and laundry facilities. We would like you to stay for a minimum of a four week’s commitment, although preference would be given to anyone to stay longer. You must have Working Holiday visa or valid working visa for New Zealand. You must be able to work on the weekends. We have quite high standards, so please apply for this if you think you are eligible to deal with your duties as well as have great passion of your customer service and hospitality. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] Please do not give us a ring, email only.

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

I am looking for a long-term caretaking situation to care for your home in the Los Angeles Westside area. I am a skilled plumber and electrician equipped to service your property and take care of it in the event of an emergency. I am also trained in martial arts for 15 years and an Air Force veteran. I can effectively deter any possible intruders. I am bondable and have passed top secret security clearances when I was in the military, therefore, I am well equipped to care for the safety and security of your valuables. Please contact: [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, December 12, 2016

Australia

HORSE PROPERTY CARETAKER required. I now have a vacancy for a caretaker on my horse property in Cooktown, Queensland. Free board provided in a fully furnished flatette, with phone, power etc. in exchange for light duties associated with feeding a few horses and some property care. This would be very suitable for active pensioners. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

SEEKING A RANCH HAND/CARETAKER for a ranch in Southern Colorado. Must have experience caring for horses and cattle including feeding, cleaning stalls and general animal health knowledge. Must know how to irrigate, fence, plow, and have basic mechanic skills for tractors and other ranch equipment including changing oil and filters. The job also involves landscaping and caretaking of the owner’s home and pets. Housing is available. No smoking or drugs. This is not a riding job. Must be comfortable living in a remote location. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

CARETAKER NEEDED in Miami. [Contact info available to subscribers] offers housing for a caretaker who will be responsible to secure the organization’s premises on a daily basis. This position will be responsible to open the premises at approximately 6:45 am and close at approximately 5:30 pm daily, and will be on call in case of an emergency during evening hours, including weekends and holidays. Compensation includes occupancy at a small house located on the premises (with minimal expenses required). This is a great opportunity for someone who is currently looking for a place to live at a very low cost! We are looking to hire someone immediately for this position. The person must be able to live on the premises (one bedroom/one bathroom house) and be available early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays. Candidates are welcome to apply in person Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm or forward resume to: [Contact info available to subscribers]

Massachusetts

LIVE-IN CARETAKER sought for a historic house in Medford, MA. For our position description, requirements, duties, and conditions, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] All applicants must fill out an application form, provide a resume and credit report and visit the property. Selected candidates will then be interviewed. The application deadline is January 6, 2017, but may be extended if necessary.

SITUATIONS-WANTED ADS:

Reliable, physically fit, college-educated couple in their 50s looking for a caretaker position on the Big Island of Hawaii. He is a mechanical engineer with experience as a Maintenance Manager for a large manufacturing facility. She is a CPA with experience in all financial areas. Would love the opportunity to live and work on the Big Island. Please call or text [Contact info available to subscribers]

SEEKING FEBRUARY – MAY HOUSE SITTING OPPORTUNITY in Cambridge/Boston, MA. Doing research fellowship at Harvard. 47-year-old woman; handy with tools; impeccable resume and references. Great with cats and dogs. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] Somewhat flex dates.

I am looking for a long-term caretaking situation to care for your home in the Los Angeles Westside area. I am a skilled plumber and electrician equipped to service your property and take care of it in the event of an emergency. I am also trained in martial arts for 15 years and an Air Force veteran. I can effectively deter any possible intruders. I am bondable and have passed top secret security clearances when I was in the military, therefore, I am well equipped to care for the safety and security of your valuables. Please contact: [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, December 6, 2016

Minnesota

ON-SITE CARETAKER needed in White Bear Lake. Immediate opening available for a conscientious and flexible individual and/or couple needed for caretaker position in White Bear Lake with cleaning in St. Paul part of duties. Typical caretaker duties include: weekly cleaning, turns, and touch-ups, grounds pick-up, responding to noise/party complaints, emptying on-site trash barrels, snow removal and sanding, and assisting the manager in showings and customer service. High standards required and must be able to work independently and take pride in work. This position requires living on site at our [Contact info available to subscribers] property. Compensation is a three bedroom 11/2 bath apartment with all utilities included and free Wi-Fi. Expected hours are 40 per week with some evening or weekend hours required from time-to-time. Additional compensation provided for hours worked beyond base hours worked. Must pass a criminal background check and have good people skills. Please send resumes to

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New Mexico

CARETAKERS NEEDED in the Santa Fe area. Couples only. Animal, farm and grounds care in exchange for a cabin (includes utilities and Wi-Fi) and small salary. Requires handyman/woman experience such as building, tractor, plumbing and electrical. Help to maintain the appearance of the ranch and around the cabin. Help with morning and evening milking. A couple with a cheerful, upbeat, can-do attitude is a necessity. Individual self-starters who can follow directions precisely. This position includes a 90 day probationary period. Need a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Must be able to lift 50-60 lbs. You’ll have plenty of time to have a business from home or work part-time outside. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Pennsylvania

PART-TIME PARKS CARETAKER needed in Dover Township. York County. We are accepting applications for a Parks Caretaker. The individual must possess a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License. Responsibilities will include maintaining the cleanliness of park facilities, verifying proper cleanup of park buildings, reporting and documenting issues of concerns and other duties as assigned. Please mail your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

I am looking to housesit and be your animal caretaker this summer in the Selma, AL area. I love all pets and horses and know how to feed and care for all animals. I am also skilled in light housekeeping, and handy-person work, and if I can’t do the job, I’ll find the right person to get the job done. I am soft spoken, professional, trustworthy, and hard-working. I have excellent references available. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, December 5, 2016

Australia

WANTED: a motel caretaker who can live onsite. We are looking for someone who wants to manage our newly acquired, easy to operate, nine room motel at a top location on the Gold Coast Highway, in Queensland’s Gold Coast. There is a small manager’s unit in the motel to live in. The caretaker has two options to work here: one option is with light work involved, you will get paid $300 per week plus free accommodation and utility bills. In this, your main role would be to check in customers at night time and bits and pieces of small work during the day (make sure check-outs are on time, supervise housekeeping, keep an eye on the property, etc.). The second option has a bit more work and responsibility and you get paid $500 per week to start plus free accommodation and utility bills (this involves the above plus a little admin/office work – like managing bookings on the internet, a bit of accounting and a bit more responsibility). If you are interested, please set up an interview in person before December 10 at [Contact info available to subscribers], and if you are successful then you will have a final interview with the owners. Thanks.

Maryland/Virginia

CARETAKER needed to maintain a 30-acre farm in Fort Washington, MD, and a 10,000 square foot house across the Potomac River in Alexandria, VA. Successful candidate will be experienced in maintaining a farm, caring for horses and livestock and home repairs/maintenance. Handyman experience (plumbing, light electrical) is critical for success in this position. Farm duties include mowing lawns, caring for horses, and general upkeep of property. Estate duties include general home maintenance (electrical, plumbing, handyman work) and minor landscaping. Duties also include cleaning and maintaining automobiles, boats and watercraft. Caretaker will fulfill these duties on the Fort Washington farm and at the Alexandria house. Caretaker will live on the farm in Fort Washington in a recently re-carpeted and re-painted two-bedroom home with a breathtaking view of the Potomac River. The farm is located several miles south of the Woodrow Wilson Bridge and National Harbor. Couple will both have driver’s licenses, be of high moral character, non-smoking, friendly and self-motivated. References required. To apply, please email a brief cover letter and resume to

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New York

PERMANENT CARETAKER WANTED. Single man or couple. Private residence and excellent salary offered for this full-time, long-term position. We have a working farm in a Westchester County estate setting, one hour from New York City. Farm and garden skills required, as well as general maintenance. Ability to operate tractor and equipment is necessary. No children. English speaking. Knowledge of Spanish a plus. Chicken friendly pets welcome. In person interview preferred. Please reply to

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SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

I am looking to housesit and be your animal caretaker this summer in the Selma, AL area. I love all pets and horses and know how to feed and care for all animals. I am also skilled in light housekeeping, and handy-person work, and if I can’t do the job, I’ll find the right person to get the job done. I am soft spoken, professional, trustworthy, and hard-working. I have excellent references available. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Arizona

CARETAKER NEEDED for our small, five acre, backyard “ranchette” in the Phoenix Area. We have two personal horses that need to be worked/tuned/exercised five days a week. Housing, utilities and weekly/monthly stipend provided. One stall and daily hay included, and as much turnout as you like for one horse. Looking for a mature, grounded, self-sufficient applicant. No smoking, drinking, or drugs. The caretaker will need a valid driver’s license. Looking for a caretaker with experience handling horses, who is reliable, and able to follow instructions with minimal direction. Perform all horse care duties, mucking stalls for two horses, feed, clean cobwebs/stalls/out buildings/equine areas, turn horses in and out, and pick pastures daily. In addition, maintain our neatly mowed lawns and pastures, weed, drag arena two times weekly, and fix broken hoses, waterers, leaks, etc. as the need arises. Special projects as they come up, i.e. painting tree trunks yearly, removing old pipe fencing, removing paint from fencing, and fixing perimeter fencing. Stipend will reflect ability. Must be able to easily lift 50-100 pounds. The perfect fit is a person who wants to settle in to a pleasant ranch life for the long-term while being in the middle of the city, very close to shopping and entertainment. There is a possibility for use of our site for personal business if you carry your own equine/business liability insurance. This would be perfect for someone who wants more out of life. The right candidate can negotiate holiday/vacation time away from the ranch. Owners live onsite. For more info, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Australia

CARETAKER/HANDYMAN/GARDENER required for a small cattle stud property, located two hours from Brisbane and Toowoomba and 7kms to the nearest town. A comfortable three bedroom cottage will be provided in exchange for caretaking, light duties, and some gardening. The ability to ride a horse is a bonus, and your own horse is OK. This would be suitable for an honest, reliable, semi-pensioner/couple. Must have local Queensland references. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Montana

FREE RENT for a retired or semi-retired couple or single, to live on a ranch, rent-free in exchange for feeding the horses and dog when the owner is away. In the summer time, you will need to take care of the yard. The ranch is located four miles east of Loma, MT on the Missouri River. Lots of hunting and fishing is available for the right couple or single. No smokers or drugs allowed. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

A MATURE PROFESSIONAL COUPLE is seeking a house sitting or property caretaking position in the San Francisco Bay Area. San Francisco, Marin, South Bay as well as the Monterey Peninsula areas. We will consider all types of housing. We have pet care, gardening and technical skills experience. Excellent references available. Please email us at [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information. Thank you.

Wednesday, November 30, 2016

Australia

LIVE-IN CARETAKER needed at a self-storage facility located at [Contact info available to subscribers] We are seeking an honest, reliable person to be a live-in caretaker. This role would suit a retired or semi-retired person or couple who enjoy cleaning and helping clients. The role is approximately 20 hours per week cleaning the facility and being an after-hours presence on site. There is remuneration for this role and a requirement to live on site in the accommodation provided. If you take pride in your work, enjoy being helpful and have great customer service skills we would love to hear from you. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] in Ipswich. We do appreciate the time and effort taken to apply and thank you for doing so.

California

SEEKING A LIVE-IN CARETAKER/GROUNDSKEEPER in the Fresno Foothills on an isolated foothills ranch. This full-time job will be approximately five to six hours/day, six days/week. The position’s duties will include all landscaping/groundskeeping, feeding/watering livestock, cleaning livestock pens, operating a tractor, spraying weeds, general maintenance/repair, heavy lifting, moving hay and so on. Looking for someone who is honest and reliable, possibly a couple. Must have references and no felonies. Experience with livestock is a plus. Monthly salary will depend on experience, and a 5th wheel for living quarters will be provided. Please text [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

I NEED A HOUSE SITTER for my home and pets in the Washington Park area of Denver from December 23, 2016 to January 15, 2017. I would like a house sitter who will look after our two lovely dogs (both are Labradors), and one cat. This would include walking the dogs, and feeding the cat and dogs on a regular schedule. The cat sleeps inside at night and the dogs outside. Would also like people who are security conscious and very neat and clean. Please email your interest and provide references to

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Massachusetts

NEED A SINGLE HOUSE SITTER for my small home in Cambridge. My home is a three bedroom/two bath and is located just a few blocks from MIT. You can relax here, escape the stress of the outside world, and enjoy my small garden area. Must be a cat lover, and be able to care for my two male cats this winter. Need a house sitter to start on January 1 and stay through March 1, 2017. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] and explain why you would be interested in my cat’s care and house sitting for me this winter. Thanks.

Michigan

FULL-TIME SMALL FARM CARETAKER needed in Oxford, MI. A studio apartment is available above the barn for a live-in caretaker, plus $200 per week. The caretaker will need to take care of the animals: chickens, horses, alpaca, etc. Handyman skills essential! Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

CARETAKER WANTED. Seeking a self-motivated, energetic individual or couple to help maintain estate properties in Mason County, WA. A two bedroom home is available as compensation for duties performed. Hours are flexible; 20 hours per week. Duties include care and maintenance of the residence, housekeeping, groundskeeping and repair, physical outdoor labor to include use of chainsaw, weed eater, lawn mowers, blower, etc. Security of properties and care of a dog in the owner’s absence. Occasional chauffeur services may be requested. Honesty and a strong work ethic a must. References and background check required. When responding, please send your resume and references to

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Wisconsin

PRIVATE CHEF needed for an executive couple in Wisconsin’s North Woods. We seek a culinary trained Chef to work full-time, year round at their family and business retreat lodge. Must have a culinary degree, be experienced in preparing meals in a luxury environment, and be organized. Meal preparation for family and employee groups of 6-10 for 4-day weekends, primarily from May to October. Experienced in a variety of cuisines preferred. Accommodations provided for two in a private wing. Excellent salary and benefits provided. Flexible start date. Immediate interviews. Please apply for position [Contact info available to subscribers] Qualified applicants will be contacted.

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

EXPERIENCED HOUSE SITTER AVAILABLE in the San Francisco East Bay area. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks.

Monday, November 28, 2016

Colorado

COLORADO RESORT CONDO MANAGERS. Property Manager and Office Manager needed for a 22-townhome property near Durango, CO. PM maintains buildings, grounds, equipment, vehicles; snow removal; operate wastewater treatment facility. OM maintains all HOA records, receives and accounts for all revenues and expenditures using QuickBooks. No Rental Program. Couple preferred, but may consider individuals for each. Candidates must be self-motivated, responsible, mechanically inclined, and have construction experience. Start March 1, 2017. Compensation includes base salary, on-site housing, and other benefits. Please send your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Massachusetts

EXPERIENCED INNKEEPER/GENERAL MANAGER for Nantucket Bed and Breakfast Inn. [Contact info available to subscribers], a 16 room updated, highly rated bed and breakfast inn in Nantucket’s Historic Cultural District, is seeking a mature, experienced general manager for the 2017 season. This is a year-round position and reports to an active, but frequently absent, owner. The ideal candidate has hospitality experience and understands the fluctuating demands of a seasonal business. In season, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and staff management, reservations, guest services, problem solving and marketing (email newsletter, blogs posts) in collaboration with owner and general property management. Off season, phone and email inquiries, property updates and repairs and community relations. The Inn is open March – October and for Nantucket Christmas Stroll in early December. When fully staffed (April – October), there are four housekeepers, an assistant innkeeper and a part time breakfast barista. The general manager will live on property in an updated one bedroom apartment with living room, kitchen and bath. Salary commensurate with experience and two weeks’ vacation after first year. Please send replies with resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Nevada

WE NEED A RANCH CARETAKER to keep watch over various aspects of our ranch (fuel, hay and feed areas, etc.). Our ranch is located in northwestern Nevada. We are looking for someone with past ranch experience. It would be OK if you are currently retired from past ranch work or ranch caretaker work. Must be able to pass a background check and drug test. Pay depends upon experience. Room and board provided. Please include the date you would be available to start. Please send your resume or job history, with work references to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

North Carolina

HOUSE SITTER wanted from March 1 until July 31 for our home and acreage with glorious views from a mountaintop near Asheville. The house sitter will need to check that the gardeners show up each week to do mowing and some pruning, this time of the year. You can live here rent-free, but no salary will be provided. To apply, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oklahoma

CARETAKER POSITION available from the [Contact info available to subscribers] on Monkey Island, a peninsula on the northern shore of Grand Lake o’ the Cherokees, located eight miles southwest of Grove, Oklahoma. We are seeking to fill the caretaker position for managing its property on Grand Lake. Onsite home provided. Duties will consist of overseeing members’ homes, grounds, docks, security, pool and landscaping with light computer skills. Applicants with resume and referrals should reply to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Equestrian Estate Manager with 25+ years’ experience providing the best quality care for horses and luxury ranch management. Have 15+ years’ experience in Five Star resort hospitality. If you seek exceptional care and standards then I am the person to contact. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, November 21, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER/HANDYMAN/GARDENER required for the [Contact info available to subscribers] in Julia Creek, Queensland, located off the Flinders Highway. Light duties such as handyman, garden and station work. In return for free cottage accommodation and electricity, supplies of meat such as beef and lamb will be provided. This would suit a single retiree or a couple on a pension. Applicants must supply local references. Please call Manager [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

SEEKING AN INNKEEPER to operate a new luxury 5-room Bed and Breakfast, in Plymouth, California’s beautiful Amador Wine Country. This is a full-time, year-round position with an attractive shift (i.e. work three days, off three days, work three days, off three days, etc.). The Innkeeper will stay overnight at the property during their shift and return home for their days off. The ideal applicant will have three or more years’ Innkeeper or Hotel Operations experience, professional appearance, excellent customer service and communication skills, enjoys interacting and caring for guests, loves to entertain groups and show off their culinary skills, self-motivated, energetic, tidy, organize and prioritize with little supervision, computer savvy, and eager to be friendly, courteous hosts that manage phone/reservations, check-in/checkout, guest services, record keeping, oversee housekeeping, provide tours, manage supplies/inventory, grocery shopping, and prepare/serve daily hot gourmet breakfast. Compensation will be based on experience. No smoking/pets/children. Vehicle required. Local candidates only; no relocation available; must live within one hour of Plymouth, CA. No calls or drop ins please. Please email cover letter, resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Spain

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A FREINDLY, ENERGETIC COUPLE to live on location to run the day-to-day aspects of our [Contact info available to subscribers] in Marbella. We are a small B&B with seven rooms centrally located in Marbella very close to the beach. The job is for a nine month period per year from March until the end of November. There is a possibility to start in February, 2017 for training and to continue working after the nine months. Responsibilities will include breakfast service, cleaning of the rooms and the property, checking guests in/out, laundry/ironing, occasional lunch/snack/drink service, gardening; shopping for food, cleaning of the swimming pool, and minor repairs and maintenance of the property. Must be available for concierge service. Customer service is our number one concern, as we are a small place that strives to always serve with a smile and make guests feel like family. We are a Boutique Bed & Breakfast who offer luxury services and facilities with the friendliness and familiarity of a B&B. This job provides free accommodation and a wage. Couple applicants must speak both English and Spanish, and must be able to work legally in Spain. Only couples, no families. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wyoming

MAINTENANCE CARETAKER needed at [Contact info available to subscribers] near Beulah, Wyoming is hiring a full-time caretaker, effective June 2017. Duties include maintenance and security of the Club property. Must be hard working with high integrity and good people skills. Housing provided. For an application, please email

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Caretaker offering domestic help in exchange for housing. I am a dependable, hard-working male seeking a room from someone in exchange for household domestic help. My education and work experience qualifies me to offer you help as a certified male caregiver, handyman, housekeeper, helping you organize the things you want organized, yardwork, house sitter, loving care for your pet, running errands for you, driver, personal assistant, caretaker, and general laborer, or helper, and more. I am also flexible as to the length of stay and I can provide excellent references upon request. I can also provide a thorough background check with a federal fingerprint clearance card. For more information you can reach me anytime at [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

Thursday, November 17, 2016

Colorado

LIVE-IN PROPERTY MANGER of ski-in/ski-out condos needed in Glenwood Springs, CO. This is a salaried, full-time position with bonus incentives. Onsite living accommodation within the manager suite is included. There are multiple positions considered for families or teams. You will need to manage 51 privately owned ski-in/ski-out condos and short-term rentals. Prior property management experience is required. A Colorado Property Management License is required (or licensure may be sponsored for the right candidate). Responsibilities include general maintenance, cleaning, guest services, office admin, staff management, and reporting to the HOA board. To apply, please email your resume and references [Contact info available to subscribers]

Louisiana

PERMANENT CARETAKERS needed. Seeking a responsible, hard-working couple with no children (pets are OK) to care for Club property, perform housekeeping, security, and grounds maintenance duties and prepare meals (dinner and breakfast) for Club Members and guests Tuesdays through Sunday mornings. Successful applicants must have good hospitality skills and take pride in the work they do. This is a great opportunity and lifestyle for the right couple. Free housing with paid utilities. Two bedroom, one bath apartment with living room, large kitchen and private screened porch provided. The caretaker will be paid a monthly fee for the performance of caretaker duties. The caretaker will also receive payment and gratuities from members for guest fees, sale of ice, and meals and reimbursement of Club related expenses. The caretaker will be engaged as independent contractors and as such have the opportunity to conduct other income producing activities such as fishing, shrimping, crabbing, services for members, etc. so long as those activities do not interfere with the caretaker duties. Drug, polygraph and background screening will be required. All references will be checked. For more details and to apply, please visit: [Contact info available to subscribers]

Maryland

CARETAKER COUPLE wanted in exchange for free rent in Rockville, starting immediately. Retired couple looking for freedom to come and go and do some light traveling without the worry of our house or our beautiful dog. Looking for a responsible, mature couple/person to live in our separate four bedroom house with its own swimming pool, fireplace, deck and fenced yard. This house is located adjacent to our own house and is accessed through a fence between the two properties. The primary focus of this caretaker position would be to hang out with our dog, and other assorted responsibilities related to the care of our home. We are very flexible and are looking for the same. A long term relationship is desired. Driver’s license, car, outside income required. Must pass a background check. Must be motivated to care for our house and dog as if your own! Please email your qualifications and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Jersey

SINGLE CARETAKER NEEDED for two horses in exchange for a studio apartment in Colts Neck, in Monmouth County. I need a caretaker for two quarter horses in Colts Neck in exchange for a lovely studio apartment – all utilities, cable TV, and internet included. This apartment is suitable for one person only. Must have experience with horses and references. This is a small horse farm, not a commercial barn. Duties would be feeding twice daily, turnout, cleaning stalls and paddocks, and keeping the barn neat and clean. There is a third stall available at no cost if you have your own horse. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] to apply for this position. Thanks.

Virginia

[Contact info available to subscribers], a 10-room property located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley within the northern city limits of Staunton, a vibrant college town with an active performing arts scene, is seeking an Innkeeper to work with a seasoned team. Country Inn/B & B experience a plus. Increasing the event-based business for this property with weddings, dinners, parties, retreats, reunions etc. is the primary focus for this position. The property has a commercial kitchen, a breakfast cook, a light filled glass conservatory and spacious grounds but needs a sales oriented leader to increase the visibility and revenue. Additional responsibilities: scheduling and supervision of staff, marketing, website and social media management, guest services, closely working with the local owner. Onsite housing included with utilities, scheduled days off each week, and salary with commissions. Must have a vehicle, non-smoker, no children or pets. Please respond with a cover letter and resume showing a minimum of three years of hospitality sales and service to [Contact info available to subscribers] No calls or visits to the property, please.

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NEED HELP WITH YOUR HOME in Asia? We are an easy-going, honest, dependable, energetic, self-motivated, computer-literate couple seeking an opportunity to live and work in Southeast Asia. We have extensive travel experience, business management backgrounds, and are great with people of all backgrounds. Non-smokers. Aspiration to learn and grow as required in a new culture. Thank you for your serious consideration. We look forward to discussing your needs. Please email us at

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Monday, November 14, 2016

Arizona

CARETAKERS NEEDED for a peaceful, small suburban Tucson ranch at the base of the Catalina Mountains in northeastern Tucson. We are seeking a reliable couple for our 12 acre ranch starting after February 1, 2017. The setting is quiet and lush, and we offer a completely separate Santa Fe style guesthouse with one large bedroom and bath, walk-in closet, and large great room and full kitchen and kiva fireplace. The guesthouse is 1,000 square feet, comes furnished, and was totally renovated in September of 2014. There are also covered patios for enjoying the outdoors, and in the summer months you would have full use of a beautiful pool. The guesthouse is adjacent to a large workshop as well as a locked storage room, which you would be free to use, along with a separate washer and dryer for your use. We provide all utilities year-round (internet, power, water, garbage pickup, TV, heating/cooling). You must be totally nonsmoking, nondrinking and not users of any drugs, and must love animals! Must have no pets, as we have a barn cat who roams the property and is afraid of dogs. We are here November through April, and then we and our two horses and three dogs leave for a summer home. When we are here, the work averages 15 – 20 hours weekly, and less when we are away. The work consists of caring for two gentle horses, occasional dog sitting, feeding barn cat, cleaning our house, maintaining the pool, landscaping, drip irrigation, buildings, taking care of equipment, and performing basic home repairs and upkeep as needed. You should be able to maintain an ATV and manure spreader, and have experience caring for horses. The job is perfect for a retired couple or for folks who work from home. You would be free to have some outside work, and we are flexible when it comes to time off for family visits, vacations, etc. We want people for the long term, who will think of this as their home. No salary is provided. We look forward to hearing from you. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Georgia

HOUSE SITTER/GARDENER needed in Atlanta from December 13, 2016 through January 15, 2017. I enjoy my garden, which requires some help to maintain when I am not here, such as tarp covering if there will be a hard freeze. The gardening should take about ten hours each week. I also have one cat that will need to be cared for. My three bedroom house including utilities is offered for no rent in exchange for the gardening and caring for my home and cat. My preference is for a single, non-smoking person, who is financially secure and self-sufficient and loves cats. Please email and explain why you might be interested in staying here and at least three checkable references to [Contact info available to subscribers] Once I receive your email, I can provided more detailed instructions on what to do with my cat, garden and home when I am away. Thank you.

Idaho

PERMANENT CARETAKERS wanted for a private estate in North Idaho, starting January 1, 2017. My husband and I are looking for a year-round, energetic, caretaking couple to live and work on our estate in Sandpoint, ID. Please learn more by going to [Contact info available to subscribers] and then click on our Apply bottom on our website. Thanks.

Minnesota

[Contact info available to subscribers] is a large, well established and highly reputable firm specializing in community association management of over 390 condominium and townhome associations in downtown Minneapolis, St. Paul and greater metro area. We are seeking a live-in caretaker for a lovely building located in St. Paul. This is a great opportunity for someone who is available week days during business hours. Duties include cleaning of common areas, light maintenance, and limited management and on-call responsibilities. No leasing, cleaning or painting of units is required. This is a great role for a retired or semi-retired person seeking a permanent position in a pleasant atmosphere. We are seeking a conscientious, responsible and personable team player who is also able to work independently, has an eye for detail and some mechanical aptitude. We offer a lovely condominium unit (no smoking, no pets) with garage space, health and life insurance, paid vacation, 401K, paid utilities and phone and competitive wage. Interested candidates please email your resume with current contact information. Interested candidates should fax their resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Vibrant, healthy 61-year-old female with many years of experience within the hospitality industry and life. Airbnb, travel, hotel, house sitting, house manager, petsitting are among some of my skillset. Kind, effective communicator, self-starter, detail oriented. Adaptable, trustworthy. Willing to travel. Washington State legal resident have Canadian citizenship status. Require accommodations and some financial compensation. If you intuit that I might be a good fit please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Friday, November 11, 2016

Australia

A POSITION IS AVAILABLE for a caretaker couple on a family owned cattle property out of Julia Creek, Queensland. Duties will include general house and garden maintenance, minimal cattle work, weed spraying, property maintenance etc. Duration for the role is for approximately one month with the potential of a couple more weeks work in January 2017. This position is best suited to a couple! Please note this position is not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders. Benefits include a three bedroom cottage with air-conditioning and electricity. Meat will be provided, along with remuneration of $500/week. Applicants must be fit and able, be able to work in the heat, and must work well in a team. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] and refer to the position: [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

SPICEWOOD CARETAKER needed 12/1/16. Part-time caretaker (person/couple) for a home/5-acre ranch property in exchange for guest quarter accommodations. Must be trustworthy, dependable, detailed, and have ability to maintain beauty of property/home. Reliable transportation required. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus. Daily: Manage grounds, garden, animals, needed vendors, and contractors. Weekly: Clean and maintain home, stock grocery and necessities, arrange flowers and laundry, including bath and bedding. Weekends: (Friday night – Sunday night) prepare fresh organic breakfast, lunch, and dinner for two, make and turn down the master bed, and light housework. To discuss, please contact

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CARETAKER AVAILABLE for an estate or country home in Sonoma, CA. For the last several years I have been the resident caretaker for a 20 acre estate in Glen Ellen. The property is being sold and I am looking to relocate to a similar working/living situation. I am a retired builder, a journeyman carpenter and a professional photographer. I’m easy going and very fit. I have great references. I would like to stay in the Sonoma area, but would consider relocating. Please call or text [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thursday, November 10, 2016

Australia

HORSE PROPERTY CARETAKER needed. A vacancy for a caretaker at my horse stables in [Contact info available to subscribers], Cooktown has now arisen. [Contact info available to subscribers], known as Mulbabidgee to the Waymbuurr people, the Traditional Owners of this park, has been used for thousands of years for the collection of a variety of animals and plants for food, medicines and raw materials. In more recent times, this place became known as [Contact info available to subscribers], after a family who built and lived in the area. I am providing free rent, power, etc. in a fully furnished hut in exchange for a few hours of feeding home horses and chickens and some light property maintenance. Local applicants should please call

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Florida

DOMESTIC LIVE-IN COUPLE needed for a Sarasota, Florida waterfront home. Their waterfront single-family residence is in excess of 8,500 sq. ft., with pool. This is the seasonal residence of New York couple, and their cats, no children. Entertaining is mostly casual. The live-in couple will be responsible, as a team, to ensure the overall smooth operations of the residence. Duties will include: menu planning with input from the homeowner when they are in residence including meal preparation and service, hands-on housekeeping functions in the residence including cleaning, laundry, ironing, food shopping and cooking, care and oversight of the home including exterior maintenance, driving – airport pick-ups/drop offs and house related driving-shopping, errands etc., vehicle care and maintenance, and other duties and errands as would complement the position or as requested by the principal. Couples must have related experience for a minimum of five years in a similar position with specific experience working as a couple in a vacation home setting. Couples must be self-starters, detail oriented and have a positive attitude, be courteous, discreet, honest with a responsible character, non-smoking and no pets, no children living with the couple, have a good credit standing, and a valid driver’s license for both spouses. Due to the seasonal nature of the principals’ schedule, flexibility is a must. Hours will be responsive to principals’ needs including Saturday and Sunday, when they are in residence. The schedule is based on mutual respect. Salary will be commensurate with experience, in line with current trends in the profession and salary history of the candidates. Medical benefits and accommodations provided – located in an attached wing of the residence. Couple will live on premises in season when the principals are in residence. Two weeks’ vacation at the mutual convenience of both parties. To apply, please email your couple’s resume to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include “Sarasota Position” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes.

New York

COUPLE WANTED. Housing and excellent salary offered for full time, permanent position. Working farm in an estate setting one hour from New York City. Farm and garden skills required, as well as general maintenance and housekeeping. Ability to operate tractor and equipment necessary. No children. English speaking/knowledge of Spanish a plus. Chicken friendly pets welcome. In person interview preferred. Please reply to

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[Contact info available to subscribers] in upstate New York is looking for a host-caretaker couple with their own RV for the town park for the summer of 2017 camping season in exchange for RV campsite with hookups. Besides being present to welcome park users, responsibilities will include: simple daily water testing, lawn mowing as needed, upkeep of restrooms, and required record-keeping. The [Contact info available to subscribers] is a very pretty, seven-acre, established park and 20+ site campground, full of mature trees and open spaces, owned and operated by the local municipality of the [Contact info available to subscribers] The main characteristic we are looking for in our caretaker couple is a friendly face to welcome patrons to the park and help us to continue the park’s development. Our 2017 season runs from May 1st through September 30th. For more information, please call the campground at

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Wisconsin

PRIVATE CHEF needed. An Executive Couple in the North Woods of Wisconsin, seeks a culinary trained Chef to work full-time, year round at their family and business retreat lodge. Must have a culinary degree, be experienced in preparing meals in a luxury environment, and be organized. Meal preparation for family and employee groups of 6 – 10 for 4-day weekends, primarily from May – October. Experienced in a variety of cuisines preferred. Accommodations provided for two in a private wing. Excellent salary and benefits provided. Flexible start date. Apply for position [Contact info available to subscribers] Immediate interviews. Qualified applicants will be contacted.

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Hi, my name is David and my dog’s name is Sammi. I am a 60-year-old man and I am semi-retired. I was a licensed painting contractor for almost 20 years and I have great handyman skills and all the tools etc. to work with. Sammi is about 4-years-old and is a Border Collie mix. She is very smart and well behaved and gets along with everybody and all animals. We are looking for an inexpensive little place to caretake for a few months or longer if everything works out well. A house, cabin or cottage that’s maybe sitting empty (or not) and possibly needs repairs or painting, etc. Possibly in trade for some or all of the rent. I have also been a caretaker for a couple of beach house’s – one in Bocas del Toro, Panama (for two years) and the other in Morro Bay CA (for 11/2 years). Would like to be within 30 minutes or so of Carnation, Washington, but I am open to other areas. I’d also like to be “off the beaten path” but again am open to something else. I have good rental, work and personal references. Please call or text me at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, November 8, 2016

Hawaii

RESPONSIBLE SKILLED PERSON OR COUPLE needed. Should have maintenance and repair skills, electric, plumbing, wood working, carpentry, mechanical, tropical gardening … a MacGyver type of person! If a couple, looking for additional kitchen and cleaning skills. Retreat setting, oceanfront, remote, off grid (solar power). Work exchange plus potential for pay after training phase and additional benefits commensurate with level of experience, positive attitude and level of commitment and good “Fit”! Please email your information, and recent photo to caretaker@caretaker.org and include “Hawaii Position” in the Subject Line for our forwarding purposes.

Indiana

LIVE LARGE AT BEAUTIFUL [Contact info available to subscribers] year-round. A mature caretaker or caretaker management team are needed at historic [Contact info available to subscribers] located in the heart of pastoral Martinsville, Indiana just 30 minutes from Bloomington. This job provides a valuable service to a private community appreciated by all its members. Our last team was with us for over 10 years and had become part of the [Contact info available to subscribers] family. This is an ideal opportunity for a retired person. A newly renovated, one-bedroom/one bath, cottage apartment overlooks a scenic 100-acre lake. In exchange for housing, heat, utilities, a full “work” week is expected. The individual(s) must have a pleasant personality, good safety habits, and the ability to get along well with a variety of people. Also, general maintenance skills, firsthand knowledge regarding the operation of various boats (pontoon/bass boat) is needed. Light plumbing and basic electrical knowledge is preferred. The caretaker position is expected to be a hands-on, full-service position that provides security and stability for the community. Specific duties include: communicating with the board of directors, checking member and/or guest passes, rental of camping spots, answering the phone, purchasing supplies, general housekeeping of Clubhouse, light tree cutting, grass cutting, picking up trash/grounds clean-up, ability to tow objects from lake and redirect the occasional stray human or critter. A professional background check will be performed. References are required. Previous experience as a caretaker or maintenance person is preferred. Please mail your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] is an equal opportunity employer.

New Zealand

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A NEW EXCHANGE BACKPACKER to join our team here at [Contact info available to subscribers] in Picton. We would like to replace one of our amazing volunteers who is moving on. The exchange is cleaning in the mornings for two to three hours, and involves, making beds, cleaning the kitchen, bathroom, vacuuming etc. You will sleep in the staff dorm and get free Wi-Fi, free laundry tokens for your washing, use of the bikes, pool table, BBQ, sun deck, DVDs, and fishing rods. We are across the road from the beach, and 100m from the main town, bars, and cafes. We are also only minutes away from some of the most beautiful views in New Zealand via our great walking tracks. We would like people who could start ASAP. It would be great if you could stay for at least two weeks, perhaps longer if it suits. So if you are in New Zealand and want to come to a beautiful little seaside town for a couple of weeks please call [Contact info available to subscribers] with your details.

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CONTRACTOR SEEKS HOUSING SOLUTION in the Santa Rosa, California area. I am skilled 20 year general contractor, seeking a caretaker or partial rent reduction situation. I have excellent references. I don’t drink, smoke or do drugs. I’m a single father of a 12-year-old son, who is amazing (I am a bit biased). He is with me full-time. If you have a need for my services, please let’s talk. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks.

Monday, November 7, 2016

Australia

LIVE-IN CARETAKER/HANDYMAN needed. [Contact info available to subscribers] is seeking a full-time employee for either the summer months or for a permanent position ongoing through next winter for a live-in caretaker. You will need to be able to show experience in a similar position and the ability to learn new skills on the job. You will be involved in day-to-day maintenance of the hotel and co-ordination of trades for both our renovation program and general repairs. You will be required to live-in at least five nights per week but your room is yours and so there is the ability for this to become your home. This position would suit Australian residents looking to live in the Alpine Mountain area with its great views, mountain biking and quiet atmosphere. Interviews for suitable candidates will be held both in person and by telephone over the next couple of weeks and at this time remuneration and benefits will all be discussed. If you are interested, please forward a resume with references and a small photo to [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

CARETAKER COUPLE wanted for a rustic 1920’s family resort in the beautiful and remote Trinity Alps Wilderness of Northern California. The resort consists of 50 rustic cabins lining the Stuart Fork River, a restaurant and general store, and the ranch is adjacent to the resort. One person must have general contractors license and/or advanced maintenance skills including plumbing, carpentry, mechanical and electrical experience. The second person must have good people skills to work in our restaurant or general store and good organizational skills to help run the summer housekeeping crew and help with reservations. Other duties may include landscaping and animal care (horses and dogs). This job entails long days during the summer season, hard physical work and remote living. It is a magical place to work for the right couple. The same families have been returning annually since the 1940’s and 1950’s. Our employees and guests are all part of our “[Contact info available to subscribers]”, united by our love for the resort, and the wonderful experiences it provides. Salary and housing provided, and the couple will be eligible for benefits after two months. Must be able to come to the resort for an interview with the General Managers. To apply, couples should please email resume(s) to [Contact info available to subscribers]

England

LIVE-IN HOUSE SITTER/SECURITY needed. [Contact info available to subscribers] is currently recruiting for the position of part-time house sitter/security person. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a baronial hall in Elton, Cambridgeshire which is close to Peterborough. The hall lies in a 3,800-acre estate through which the River Nene runs through. The post holder will be responsible for house sitting, dog walking, security and other general duties. They will be required to live on site for which accommodation will be provided in the way of a large two bed apartment with parkland views. The successful applicant will work opposite hours to a full-time member of staff and will be required to work an agreed number of weekends and evenings. The role would suit a candidate who has other employment close by. The salary for this position will be discussed at interview stage with applicants. For full details and an application pack please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Minnesota

CARETAKER COUPLE needed. This is a unique opportunity with a prominent family on Lake Minnetonka for estate gardening, some house cleaning and cooking, and other shared duties with a larger staff. Separate lakeshore home provided with competitive salary and benefits. Non-smokers only. References required. Please submit in writing with resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Montana

CARETAKER NEEDED for a small horse farm in Clyde Park, MT from November 14, 2016 – January 5, 2017. Must love and be devoted to dogs. Need help with dogs, horses, goats, hen, rabbits, fish, plants, maintenance, TLC. Short break: I return for a few days to regroup from January 5 – January 7ish, 2017. Five less horses, no dogs (I take them with me), otherwise same AM/PM chores and TLC but much lighter list. This is not difficult. Must love and be devoted to dogs. Prefer a single, who is clean, fastidious, responsible, conscientious, non-smoking, minimal drinking homebody with outside income (retired, seasonal or works from home), with horse experience and without other pets. This person needs to be conscientious, observant, very tidy, respectful of other people’s property, a good communicator, able to lift 50# feed sacks, handy and able to make small repairs, solitary, with excellent references and resume. I have a lovely farm and home that is not remote. Nearby skiing, grocery, Post Office, and gas. Come early for acclimation, training and bonding! A lovely home and utilities are available in exchange for AM/PM chores and TLC! Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Pennsylvania

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for an Innkeeper. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a smaller scale B&B in the small town of Berwick, PA. It features 11 rooms with private baths and common areas for guests to enjoy. The Inn is open year-round but does most of its business seasonally. The Innkeeper’s duties will include greeting guests, preparing breakfast, some baking, cleaning rooms, checking guests in/out and some light computer/office skills are preferred but not required. Please email your resume and a short letter of interest to

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CONTRACTOR SEEKS HOUSING SOLUTION in the Santa Rosa, California area. I am skilled 20 year general contractor, seeking a caretaker or partial rent reduction situation. I have excellent references. I don’t drink, smoke or do drugs. I’m a single father of a 12-year-old son, who is amazing (I am a bit biased). He is with me full-time. If you have a need for my services, please let’s talk. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks.

Thursday, November 3, 2016

Australia

CARING HONEST creative mature lady, or semi-retired or pensioner couple needed to caretake a waterfront brick home/property at beautiful, serene Baffle Creek, northeast of Winfield. We are located 65km from Bundaberg. Gardening, landscaping, housekeeping, handyman work required. More info can be provided over the phone. Local applicants should call

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Minnesota

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a Caretaker to clean and maintain the common areas, property/grounds to create a pleasant atmosphere for residents at our Terra Pointe property in St. Paul. This includes vacuuming, window washing, mopping, picking up trash on the property, sweeping around dumpsters, changing light bulbs, cleaning vacant apartments, etc. Other duties may include delivering notices, inspecting apartments, shoveling/salting sidewalks in the winter time. Customer service and strong communications skills are required. Our requirements include that you live at the property which means you have to qualify as a resident and to live at this particular property. You must have previous cleaning experience. Caretaking experience is preferred. You must be available the first and last day of the month to clean turns, and you must be available for rotated on-call responsibilities (which usually includes evenings and weekends). The schedule is 47.37 hours/month and the compensation will be a $450 monthly rent credit. If you are interested in this position you must apply online at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Pennsylvania

[Contact info available to subscribers] (6-guest room) and vacation rentals in Pennsylvania Amish Country seeks a full-time Innkeeper or couple! Duties will include onsite management of guests’ experience, guest check-in/out, record keeping, supervision of the housekeeping staff, food preparation, serving of breakfast, gardening and back-up housekeeping. Job qualifications include: management experience, knowledge of reservation booking system and Microsoft programs, strong organizational and time management skill and social media expertise. Applicants must be professional, customer service oriented, self-motivated and detail oriented. We are looking for the right fit: dependable, trustworthy, responsible, friendly and outgoing and be able to efficiently manage time and responsibilities. Compensation package includes salary, bonuses based on revenue, paid vacation and possible living quarters for the right applicant. You can learn more at [Contact info available to subscribers] Please email a resume and letter of interest to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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QUIET SINGLE MALE is seeking a long-term house sitting or caretaking position in Austin, Texas. I have handyman, maintenance and technical skills and am very good at fixing things. I have experience with hospitality, pet care, gardening and landscaping. I will consider all types of housing. No kids, pets, smoking, drinking, or drugs. Excellent references can be provided. Please email me at [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

Monday, October 31, 2016

Australia

A LIVE-IN CARETAKER is needed. A 94-year-old Beaudesert man requires a live-in caretaker. This is a comfortable home in the Scenic Rim Region of Queensland. No other occupants here. Experience in aged care is desirable. Will consider a pensioner couple. Accommodation and food provided. Some weekends off. Two weeks leave each six months. Interview necessary. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] around 7.30pm. You can start after Christmas or earlier.

Missouri

CARETAKER SITUATION OFFERED in Creve Coeur, MO. Looking for a live-in roommate situation for an elderly mother and son, aged 90 and 60, respectively. Candidate would receive free room and board in exchange for light house work, cooking of dinner (neither has any special dietary issues) and to commune mainly with the mother who enjoys a good game of cards, conversation and watching her favorite television shows. Candidate would also need to take her to church one mile from her home on Sundays. Our mother is quite adamant about staying in her home and is from a family of long lived people and as such, we have discussed what the perfect candidate for her, as she is the focus for care and companionship, would be. The ideal candidate would be female, 50 and older, fully able bodied and of sound mind, preferably retired with pension/alternate income. A part-time job would be amenable, provided it is no more than 20 hours per week, and preferably no evenings. Must be able to provide a criminal background check and six personal references; two family, three friends and at least one previous employer, preferably your last. You will be provided your own room; you may furnish and decorate it as you wish or a bed and a dresser will be provided if you prefer and you can decorate around it as you like. If you have an interest in this living situation, please contact us with any questions or concerns you may have. If interested, please include the following information: A short Bio of yourself to include hobbies, why you feel you might be a good candidate, your availability to move, and any other skills or assets in character and personality that you might believe to be beneficial. Small breed, well-mannered, potty-trained dogs are welcome. No cats; both are allergic. No other dog is on the premise, but we love furry friends, and if you have one, provided they are again well-mannered and potty-trained, they would be welcome. My phone number will be provided if you are a desirable candidate. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Mexico

NORTHERN NEW MEXICO: A large ranch in Georgia O’Keeffe country seeks a non-smoking single person or couple for a caretaking position. Two bedroom home and utilities provided in exchange for feeding, cleaning and care of three horses and possible dog care. Additional work for hourly payment includes landscape and pool maintenance, general household and ranch repairs and housekeeping. Must be stable, trustworthy, have a current driver’s license, be able to pass a background check, and be available for an in person interview. Please email your resume, salary needs, and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] and because of a computer problem, some applicant’s responses were lost, so please re-submit your response. Thanks.

New York

SEEKING A FULL-TIME, EXPERIENCED, CARETAKER/MAINTENANCE PERSON for a beautiful 325-acre, 20-building [Contact info available to subscribers] in Phoenicia, New York. Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, the Caretaker carries out on-call duties of the facilities department and maintenance of the property to ensure all emergency calls from guest and employees are handled promptly and thoroughly, and can fix any common household problem. Applicants MUST be adept in skills such as carpentry, basic plumbing and electric, operating machinery. Knowledge of heating systems, finish work, and snow-plowing experience a plus. This position is full-time, year-round and can be labor-intensive at times. Annual salary plus $200/month voucher towards Obamacare group policy provided. Modest on-site housing possible for the right candidate. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] with a cover letter, resume and references for consideration.

Virginia

HOUSE SITTER NEEDED for my home located about 80 minutes from Arlington, VA. Looking for single, male or female, Ph.D. student to care for my small, mountain home and my cat (“Himself”) as I winter in Florida, ideally December, 2016 to April 2017. I ask for a Ph.D. student because I know that quiet and few responsibilities are conducive to successful research and meeting deadlines. Also, Ph.D. students are typically not partiers. The house is fully furnished and is in a safe neighborhood. Tidiness is important, since I seek someone to care for my cabin/cat with effective enthusiasm. The arrangement will be month-to-month. Utilities will be covered by me, including Wi-Fi, except 1/3 of heating. I suspect that cost would be around $50.00. References will be required. A 4wd auto would be handy but not necessary, as two shopping centers/library are four miles away. Firehouse/emergency services are only blocks away. No pets please. Please respond with information about your needs and situation to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include “Virginia House sitter Position” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes, and the Homeowner will answer any questions you have.

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ANNICK, authentic, self-directed, trustworthy, versatile French woman (60+, just retired) seeks a decent live-in, part or full-time position. Private property, small hotel or B&B. Would preferably relocate in the Caribbean or in South/Central America, but any offer/location with warm climate will be considered. I have 12 years’ experience as a (Head) Housekeeper, Cook/Caretaker/Driver in different continents. Fluent in French/English/Spanish/Dutch. Offers also translations and French tuition. Well-grounded/presented individual, with moral values, fit and healthy. No pets, no dependents, no addictions. Resume, police clearances and verifiable references are available upon your genuine request. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks.

Farm/Ranch Management position wanted. I have a lifetime of experience with cattle, sheep and goats. Strong skills in forage production, soil fertility, grazing management and animal health/nutrition. I can work alone or lead a crew, fluent in Spanish. I am dedicated, observant and respectful of employer’s property and privacy. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thursday, October 27, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER/HANDYMAN/GARDENER required for a small cattle stud property, located two hours from Brisbane and Toowoomba and 7kms to the nearest town. A comfortable there bedroom cottage will be provided in exchange for caretaking, light duties, and some gardening. The ability to ride a horse is a bonus, and your own horse is OK. This would be suitable for an honest, reliable, semi-pensioner/couple. Must have local Queensland references. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

RESIDENT CARETAKER needed at [Contact info available to subscribers] in Petaluma. [Contact info available to subscribers] owns and operates the majestic 194-acre [Contact info available to subscribers]Center in southern Petaluma, where over 5,000 guests each year engage in transformational programs and practices that foster self-reflection and personal growth. With a large permaculture garden, gorgeous walking paths, abundant wildlife, six meeting rooms, 64 lodging rooms, and meals available for up to 100 people, we are an ideal venue for workshop leaders, organizations, and groups from around the world to host events and multi-day workshops. We are seeking an individual, full-time, resident caretaker that can commit to a minimum of a one-year stay. The position requires a caretaker who is competent and capable with good communication skills, customer service focused, strongly self-motivated and self-disciplined, and enjoys being creative, physically active, and outside in nature. Our caretaker will act as a steward of the land but also a host of our events, working closely with our group leaders and participants. You would be a member of the [Contact info available to subscribers] and would need to have a similar mindset to the existing staff and retreat goers. Our caretaker must be self-reliant, hard-working, and agree to live in a residential facility prepared for them. A golf cart is available for traversing the campus and laundry is available on site. A phone is provided during caretaking hours. The caretaker cannot leave the property while on-duty. The main daily/nightly duties include, but are not limited to: 1. Serve as the main on-site contact for groups. 2. Perform general handyperson maintenance and report larger issues. 3. Conduct site orientations. 4. Assist guests into rooms. 5. Open and close main gate. 6. Perform a nightly room “refresh” as well as light restroom cleaning. 7. Vigilance for safety, especially during the fire season. Since [Contact info available to subscribers] is private property, this also means escorting uninvited guests off the land. The caretaker will need to have these minimum skills and qualifications: * Knowledge of property management and hospitality. * Solid handyperson skills, including basic electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems. * High social and emotional intelligence * Hospitality mindset with a friendly customer service attitude and flexibility is required. * Team player that communicates effectively with staff, management, and guests. * Strongly self-motivated and self-disciplined and able to work in a fast paced environment * Gardening skills a plus. * An interest in transformative education is desirable. * Must be able to work evenings and weekends. If you are interested in learning more, first visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] for information on our organization, staff, scientists and educators. Familiarize yourself with the area, and consider the cost of living (outside of room and board) in Northern California, in one of the most affluent counties in California (Marin, Sonoma). Synergy and an interest in those who want to expand their horizons and explore leading edge consciousness research will feel most welcome here. To apply, please submit a resume and a detailed cover letter that describes your interest in working at [Contact info available to subscribers] and your relevant experience by emailing [Contact info available to subscribers] Please put “[Contact info available to subscribers] Caretaker” in the subject line of your email. No phone calls, please.

New Mexico

NORTHERN NEW MEXICO: A large ranch in Georgia O’Keeffe country seeks a non-smoking single person or couple for a caretaking position. Two bedroom home and utilities provided in exchange for feeding, cleaning and care of three horses and possible dog care. Additional work for hourly payment includes landscape and pool maintenance, general household and ranch repairs and housekeeping. Must be stable, trustworthy, have a current driver’s license, be able to pass a background check, and be available for an in person interview. Please email your resume, salary needs, and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

CARETAKER WANTED. Seeking a self-motivated, energetic individual or couple to help maintain estate properties in Mason County, WA. A two bedroom home is available as compensation for duties performed. Hours are flexible; 20 hours per week. Duties include care and maintenance of the residence, housekeeping, groundskeeping and repair, physical outdoor labor to include use of chainsaw, weed eater, lawn mowers, blower, etc. Security of properties and care of a dog in the owner’s absence. Occasional chauffeur services may be requested. Honesty and a strong work ethic a must. References and background check required. When responding, please send your resume and references to

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ENTHUSIASTIC, SELF-MOTIVATED, AND EXPERIENCED ESL TEACHER, with B.S. degree and Teaching English as a Foreign Language certification (TEFL) seeks a teaching position in Central, Eastern, or Southern Europe for the 2017 school year. I have taught in China and South Korea and have the ability to design, create, and implement engaging lesson plans. I am flexible and creative, and experienced in photography, drama, and art and will bring those skills to the classroom. I have lived, worked, and traveled in the U.S. and in the developing world. My full resume and references are available upon request. Please respond to my email address: [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, October 26, 2016

Arkansas

EXECUTIVE HOUSEKEEPER (live-on) needed. If you are seeking a more genteel and gracious way of life please consider this unique Housekeeper opportunity with a private family in a small town in the Four State area, near Springdale, AR, with living accommodations available for two. This sophisticated executive couple seeks a world class domestic professional to join their long-term staff as a full-charge Executive Housekeeper, as their housekeeper of 15 years is retiring. The ideal candidate must have recent experience working in fine homes, know how to care for museum quality furnishings, and be computer literate. Primary responsibilities will include daily cleaning, meal preparation, laundry, and household errands. The couple travels frequently. Generally a five-day full-time schedule with flexibility required. Compensation of up to $70,000 offered, depending on experience, with benefits; relocation assistance available with accommodations provided for two. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] or apply for position [Contact info available to subscribers] for consideration. Qualified applicants will be contacted.

Australia

CARETAKER NEEDED at [Contact info available to subscribers] on the Dampier Peninsula, Western Australia. We are looking for a caretaker or caretaker couple to live on site in our tourist accommodation area. In return for accommodation and meals you will be required to work approximately 30 hours per week. Assisting with gardening and general maintenance and laundry in our tourism facilities. Your own caravan or camper would be an advantage, but accommodation can be provided if required. Australian applicants should email

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New York

FULL-TIME LAKESHORE CARETAKER needed for a private camp in Bolton Landing. Experience in all phases of care, light meals prep, grounds, and operation of basic equipment required. A mature male is preferred. Boat, and automobile operation is essential. A pilot’s license would be a double plus. A private three room cottage, boat, car, food and small stipend will be provided. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wisconsin

FULL-TIME, ENTREPRENEURIAL INDIVIDUAL/COUPLE needed to manage and operate an iconic Door County, WI property. This well-maintained property carries the charm of the past with today’s amenities of comfort. We offer a variety of spacious rooms with fireplaces and whirlpool baths or more simple accommodations, indoor pool and sauna, small kitchen operation and is walkable to local shops and beach. Genuine hospitality thrives with the personal connection we make with our guests. It is the general manager that provides this and makes this property special. Position is responsible for greeting guests, managing reservations, direct maintenance, manage FD and HK operations, and facilitate marketing efforts. We will train the right candidate. Support from boutique resort experts and confidence from a stable staff provides a successful framework. Great schools and small-town charm create an inviting culture to call Door County home. Base salary with full benefits package, and onsite living accommodations provided. Please submit your resume by emailing it to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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PET-SITTER/PROPERTY CARETAKER available in the Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay area. I’m looking for a home for me and my dog. Pet-sitter, home and property caretaker in search of a place to call home. Would like to find a private low cost/budget small house, cabin, cottage, large trailer/mobile home (single wide type) studio, detached room, granny unit, barn with a loft located in the countryside or just out of town with a yard for my dog to be safe and a possible work exchange for all or part of the rent and/or pay for my skills. I have the skills to improve your home and property, such as building maintenance and repairs. I’m willing to work skilled and non-skilled jobs and excellent care of your home and property and excellent care and love for your pets. I’m an honest and reliable adult man ready for a home and work. My dog is very well behaved, very friendly, and very clean. I’m willing to do all I can to help you and help anyone you know if you can help me find the home I am searching for. You will be happy and thankful to have me on your property as a caretaker and your pets will love me and my dog. Please feel free to call me anytime so we can talk and hear each other’s voice (sorry no text). Thank you very much. Please call

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Monday, October 24, 2016

California

RANCH CARETAKER needed in Petaluma. Full-time caretaker needed for a large ranch property with three houses, many out-buildings, ten miles of mountain biking trails, two camping areas, and a large pool. The caretaker will need these key attributes: a pleasant demeanor, grounds maintenance experience, and the ability to efficiently coordinate and oversee multiple service providers. Handyman skills (carpentry, electric, and plumbing) and permaculture knowledge are very welcome. On-ranch living quarters is a possibility. A valid driver’s license, background check, and legal residency status all obligatory. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mexico

CARETAKERS WANTED to manage three Airbnb apartments in the beautiful European style UNESCO city of Guanajuato, located 35 minutes by taxi to the Leon Airport. Work 20 hours a week in exchange for a beautiful apartment with no rent or utilities to pay. Check out [Contact info available to subscribers] for more info. There are 100 steps down to my apartments, but a cable car takes you up. Two month minimum stay. Duties include checking guests in, cleaning apartments, taking bookings shopping and maintenance. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Minnesota

CARETAKER COUPLE needed. This is a unique opportunity with a prominent family on Lake Minnetonka for estate gardening, some house cleaning and cooking, and other shared duties with a larger staff. Separate lakeshore home provided with competitive salary and benefits. Non-smokers only. References required. Please submit in writing with resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Nevada

FREE ROOM AND BOARD in exchange for |caretaker work in Carson City. Free room and board, and own bathroom in exchange for part-time caretaking of a 70-year-old woman who just needs help getting to the restroom and showering and meals if you cook. There is an aide that comes from 9 am to 3 pm Monday – Friday. Mostly, she just needs companionship. It’s a good for someone on a fixed income. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

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Seasoned, top-ranked luxury vacation rental manager, caretaker, house sitter seeks new position in 2017. All 5-star guest reviews for 10 years in Santa Fe, NM. Self-directed woman seeking owner who values clear communication, reasonable expectations, high standards and harmony. Will live on or off site. Mature female, no dependents, drugs, pets, smoking, with healthy, creative lifestyle. Provide household management, staffing, marketing, booking agent. NOT seeking: 24-7 accountability, heavy labor, drama or intimate arrangements. Will consider any location with a warm climate. Available full or part time, references. Sunny disposition, appreciates beauty. Arriving in Hawaii November 5, 2016. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, October 19, 2016

Australia

FARM CARETAKERS needed, southwest of Melbourne. Our client owns a property just north of Geelong, Victoria and invites applications from suitable persons to live on the property and undertake the roles associated with both farming and caretaking. This opportunity is simply like no other. You will be involved with farming activities and also assist the owners with other areas around the main homestead and other dwellings. Working closely under the owner’s guidance, you will be involved with general farm work, overseeing horses, machinery operation, general maintenance of homes and property, housekeeping and some other tasks as requested. To be considered, you will have good experience working with horses, and general maintenance experience with property and machinery. You should have a desire to work in this field and develop a strong relationship built on trust with the owners. This role could suit applicants with on farm experience who are looking for a change in their working environment and pressure. A salary package will be negotiated, including a salary and full private use of a well-kept three bedroom cottage. Applicants will need to be prepared to undertake a police and working with children’s check before commencement. For a confidential conversation and to obtain a more detailed position description, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

SUMMER CAMP SEEKS DYNAMIC DUO for year-round maintenance and housekeeping positions. Qualified maintenance applicants must have previous experience and demonstrate skills in electric, carpentry, building repair, etc., be comfortable with heights, and have the ability to lift over 75lbs. Qualified housekeeping applicants must have previous experience. Responsibilities include vacuuming, washing floors, dusting, window cleaning, preparing linen sets, making beds, and more. Both maintenance and housekeeping applicants must be able to organize supplies, keep detailed inventory, supervise others effectively, pay attention to detail, and have the ability to recognize problems before they happen. Both applicants must have a valid driver’s license. A background check is required. The camp is located in Cold Spring, NY. This is a year round position and includes on site housing, vehicle, basic utilities, and health insurance. Applicants should email [Contact info available to subscribers]

North Carolina

OFFICE MANAGER/ASSISTANT INNKEEPER needed at successful resort spa in the Smoky Mountains. We are closed November 20th – March 1st but could offer 15 hours paid per week, with full-time paid work March 1st – December 1st, 2017. The start date is flexible – no later than February 15th. Seeking a highly professional, presentable, friendly person to manage our office. Responsibilities include: reservations, guest services, limited food service, general office duties and managing a small staff. Most weekends a must. On-site housing in a small one bedroom apartment. We hire by personality and willingness to learn, not experience or particular job skills – these can be taught. Couples considered. This is a nature-lover’s paradise! Please email your bio to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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A MATURE PROFESSIONAL COUPLE is seeking a house sitting or property caretaking position in the San Francisco Bay Area. San Francisco, Marin, South Bay as well as the Monterey Peninsula areas. We will consider all types of housing. We have pet care, gardening and technical skills experience. Excellent references available. Please email us at [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information. Thank you.

Tuesday, October 18, 2016

California

FREE RENT available for dog professionals (couple only) in Encino. We are a non-profit small dog rescue in search for a responsible and stable live-in couple, with at least one person who has extensive experience as either a vet-tech, dog trainer, or very experienced dog handler. A groomer may also be considered. Must know how to approach and handle timid, frightened, shy, and sometimes aggressive dogs. This arrangement would be an exchange of a one bedroom unit on a property that also houses the organization’s office headquarters for your time and care for our dogs. Most of our dogs are under 20 pounds and we are not focused on one specific breed. Although you must love dogs, you may not have your own pet as you will be required to care for approximately 10 dogs on the property. There is already a stray cat on the property that relies on us for food and water, and companionship. Responsibilities will include general caretaking of the property, including cleaning, maintenance of yard and office headquarters, daily dog care such as feeding, medicating, and exercising, keeping the property tidy and presentable while ensuring noise level is kept to a minimum, and showing dogs to potential adopters and fosters by appointment when needed. You must be comfortable with other employees and volunteers to be on the property during the daytime hours, and you must be comfortable with dogs in your living quarters when necessary. We are not looking for someone who simply needs free rent. We are looking for someone who is passionate about dogs and rescuing who doesn’t mind being surrounded by dogs all day long. Ideally, one of you would be a Vet Tech, trainer, or similar dog-professional while the other may have a part-time day-job. As long as someone is always on the property each morning and each night to ensure they are always monitored. This means that if you go out at night to dinner and a movie, you must enlist a volunteer for the hours that you are gone if available, as long as you never leave the property unattended when our staff is not there. The property is clean, safe, and basic. It has approximately 700 sq. ft. tile floors, laundry, stove, refrigerator, and plenty of outdoor space, not all of which will be used for the dogs, air-conditioning room and plenty of daylight. Absolutely no smoking, marijuana use, or drug use of any kind. A refundable security deposit of $1000 is required. If you feel that you are the right couple who live and breathe dog rescue and wish to devote your lives to them, please send us your qualifications and why you feel that you are the right caretakers to [Contact info available to subscribers] and please be prepared for a background check.

Maine

[Contact info available to subscribers] in Georgetown, Maine are seeking 2017 season caretakers from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The primary duties include: -maintaining grounds and equipment -providing tours and hosting overnight guests Must apply as a pair as it is a two person job. Families are encouraged. For more information, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] or email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oregon

[Contact info available to subscribers], Oregon is currently seeking applicants for the position of Park Caretaker. We have a need for an on-site, volunteer Park Caretaker. The Park Caretaker will reside at the City’s picturesque [Contact info available to subscribers] Free housing will be provided in exchange for a variety of volunteer park services, to include opening/closing the park, restrooms, and rental buildings, daily litter/security patrol, and light janitorial work on grounds and facilities. This is a highly visible public contact position, and the ideal volunteer Park Caretaker will be someone who really enjoys working with people, has well developed communication and conflict resolution skills, is motivated and flexible, and has the ability to adapt to changing schedules and conditions. Must be able to pass a strict background check and be willing to sign a volunteer caretaker agreement with the City that specifies the caretaker’s employment status, duties and responsibilities. Please see the complete Park Caretaker job description at [Contact info available to subscribers] for full details regarding the essential job functions and required qualifications associated with this position. Applicants have three options to apply for this position (we do not accept resumes in lieu of an application): 1) Pick up an application packet (8am – 5pm, Monday – Friday) from the [Contact info available to subscribers] 2) Download the application packet from the City’s Web Page at

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3) Request an application packet be mailed to you by calling the Receptionist at [Contact info available to subscribers] Then after you receive the application packet, you can mail or deliver application materials to [Contact info available to subscribers] or fax application materials to Human Resources at [Contact info available to subscribers] or email the application materials to [Contact info available to subscribers] The application deadline is November 1, 2016 (or until filled).

Spain

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A FREINDLY, ENERGETIC COUPLE to live on location to run the day-to-day aspects of our [Contact info available to subscribers] in Marbella. We are a small B&B with seven rooms centrally located in Marbella very close to the beach. The job is for a nine month period per year from March until the end of November. There is a possibility to start in February, 2017 for training and to continue working after the nine months. Responsibilities will include breakfast service, cleaning of the rooms and the property, checking guests in/out, laundry/ironing, occasional lunch/snack/drink service, gardening; shopping for food, cleaning of the swimming pool, and minor repairs and maintenance of the property. Must be available for concierge service. Customer service is our number one concern, as we are a small place that strives to always serve with a smile and make guests feel like family. We are a [Contact info available to subscribers] who offer luxury services and facilities with the friendliness and familiarity of a B&B. This job provides free accommodation and a wage. Couple applicants must speak both English and Spanish, and must be able to work legally in Spain. Only couples, no families. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

AN ELEGANT 40-ROOM INN in Southern Vermont seeks a live-in General Manager or Assistant Innkeeper. We are looking for a candidate with hospitality management experience, familiar with reservation and property management software, social media, spreadsheets, as well as direct guest support, selling rooms, welcoming visitors, planning and running events. You should be energetic, honest, flexible, organized, a team-player with a good sense of humor, ready to jump in and do whatever is needed. Responsibilities include: front desk coverage, marketing, reservations, guest relations, concierge services, supervising housekeepers and maintenance teams, financial reports, coordination with kitchen team for breakfast and events, meetings regarding weddings and group functions. This is a family-run business with a seasonal restaurant, cultural events open to the public, weddings and retreats. You will be collaborating closely with the owners. An appreciation of art, history, psychology and farm to table philosophy would be helpful. This will be a full-time salaried position, with the option of on-site housing. No pets. No smoking. Please email and resume and cover to

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NEED HELP WITH YOUR HOME in Asia? We are an easy-going, honest, dependable, energetic, self-motivated, computer-literate couple seeking an opportunity to live and work in Southeast Asia. We have extensive travel experience, business management backgrounds, and are great with people of all backgrounds. Non-smokers. Aspiration to learn and grow as required in a new culture. Thank you for your serious consideration. We look forward to discussing your needs. Please email us at

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Monday, October 17, 2016

California

DUCK CLUB ASSISTANT CARETAKERS needed in the Fairfield/Vacaville area. A caretaker team is needed for a private duck club located in Fairfield. Ideal candidates include a hands-on general handyman to assist in preparation of hunting season, such as blind cleaning, painting, cleaning and restringing of decoys. Year-round yard maintenance, maintenance of boats and vehicles, dozer and backhoe work. Welding knowledge helpful. Domestic duties for partner include cooking, cleaning, making beds, laundry, shopping, etc. Benefits and home included. Salary based on experience. Please fax your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a caretaker who will be responsible to secure the organization’s premises on a daily basis. This position will be responsible to open the premises at approximately 7:00 am and close at 5:00 pm daily, and will be on call in case of an emergency during evening hours, including weekends and holidays. In lieu of a salary, we provide housing with minimal rent. This is a great opportunity for someone who is currently looking for a place to live at a very low cost! We are looking to hire someone immediately for this position. The person must be able to live on the premises (one bedroom/one bath house) and be available mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays. For immediate and confidential consideration, please apply in person or forward your resume/application to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hawaii

A WORKING COUPLE is needed as ranch general managers on the island of Molokai in Hawaii, starting 11/1/16. We are seeking a general manager couple for [Contact info available to subscribers], a family-owned ranch. Our central business is a retreat center, supported by a biodynamic farm and orchard and renewable energy sources. Other businesses on the ranch include a grass-fed cattle operation, axis deer hunting operation, native plant nursery for landscape restoration, seed company, and a honey/queen bee business. The ideal candidates will be a couple, one of whom is experienced with sustainable land and resource management and a working knowledge of ranch systems and animals. The other would be responsible for the hospitality business and marketing of all ranch businesses. Excellent communication skills required. Experience in tropical or semi-tropical ecosystems is preferred. Duties of the managers include administrative and legal oversight of the ranch, oversight of on-site staff and volunteers and representation of the ranch in the community. The general managers are supported by an off-site business office and will report directly to the owner. Competitive salary and benefits. A private residence on the ranch is provided. Couple applicants should mail your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] No calls please.

Montana

[Contact info available to subscribers] in Hamilton, MT is seeking a full-time caretaker for a live-in position to start mid-November. $1,080 is the take home pay plus housing and utilities provided. We require a good working history. A full background check will be conducted prior to employment. This caretaker position requires some office work and light maintenance. It is well suited for a retired couple. For more info, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] leave a message, and speak clearly. Thanks.

New Hampshire

INN MANAGERS wanted at [Contact info available to subscribers], White Mountains, New Hampshire. We seek an experienced Inn manager or couple to manage this busy four season 12-room Inn with pub and spa. Must be able to fully manage all aspects of operational, marketing and hospitality activities to meet all guest expectations and maintain the ongoing standards and goals for the owner. Knowledge of RezOvation and Quickbooks desired. Compensation includes onsite housing with all utilities, salary, and bonus based on experience. No children, pets or smoking permitted. Vehicle required. Minimum experience of five years in the small hotel/inn business with a passion for food and beverage required. Candidate must be available by mid-December. All inquiries must include a cover letter and resume for review. No calls or visits to the property, please. Please send your resume, bio, and references to

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Pennsylvania

CARETAKER NEEDED. Looking for a self-motivated person to work as a caretaker at [Contact info available to subscribers] Responsibilities include maintenance and upkeep of property and help with set up and tear down of venue. Please apply in person at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

NON-PAID IMMEDIATE LONG-TERM caretaking opportunity available. Remote three bedroom/two bath home on 35 acres of land located in a small town in Washington. Best for Jack-of-all-trades, MacGyvers, nature-loving, problem-solving, peaceful, honest, not-afraid-to-get-dirty, down-to-earth folks. Large studio room off house, great for artists/writers. Need to be physically able to cut grass and walk around property. Swimming pond fed by natural spring, needs some tending. Live rent-free as if it was your own, in exchange for upkeep of the land and home. You enjoy making small improvements to your home/environment at your own expense. Must have your own income or be financially independent, able to pay your own electricity/internet/cable. Must have references. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Caregiver/Assistant/Companion seeking travel, adventure and opportunities for enlightenment. I’m healthy, active, kind and bright. At 64, I have raised a family off-grid organic style, had a professional career in the software business and am well into a semi-retired second childhood living in Hawaii. I’m handy, introverted, and a natural ‘right hand’, with extensive experience in caregiving as well, having assisted disabled college students and professional adults with both work and home care. I’ve provided hospice care and management also. Let’s talk about what you’re looking for. Age or disability need not tie you down. References, of course. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, October 12, 2016

Australia

DUE TO ILLNESS, we urgently require an active and friendly couple who can manage our 12 unit seafront apartments in Denham, Shark Bay. The start date is ASAP. Experience in managing holiday units or similar would be an advantage, but not necessary, as full training will be given. This is a paid position. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for further details.

California

ONE BEDROOM TRAILER FARM HOME available for a caretaker in Dobbins, in Yuba County. We are renting a 34 foot double pop-out trailer home for $100/month in exchange for minor caretaking (less than ten minutes a day) on our five acre property. The position will not be available until November 15. We’re looking for a special person who loves animals and farm life to care for our five adult goats, some young ones, and chickens. We are a very conservative Christian family with high moral values and we’re looking for someone with similar interests to share the property with us. We stay in a two bedroom house near the trailer home. You must have an income and give a two year character reference from a credible source that can be verified (like a pastor of a church). We don’t allow drugs, smoking, drinking, parties, pets, or sleepovers. This property would be perfect for a retired person who likes wilderness, outdoors, and animals. Please send an e-mail for more info, if you have the qualifications for this position. Also, the property owner might allow the caretaker to do some extra chores on the property for $15/hour. Please email your resume and references to

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Texas

A HILL COUNTRY RANCH needs an experienced ranch worker with cow/calf, hunting and equipment experience. House, utilities and truck are furnished. Please send resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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I have just completed my job at an Alaska Fishing Lodge where I was the caretaker and maintenance manager for the last five years, charged with the responsibilities of maintaining and repairing the Lodge buildings, charter boats, automobiles, the water supply and filtration systems, as well as the generators. I am seeking a similar position now for someplace other than Alaska. I’d like to be in a warmer environment. I’m a retired policeman and have excellent references available. Please email

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Wednesday, October 5, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER COUPLE required in Salt Creek, Woorndoo. We are seeking a motivated, dynamic couple who enjoy a rural lifestyle to assist us at Salt Creek, a property running 20,000 Merino sheep with some cropping in Victoria’s Western Districts. Both roles are based on the farm. One being, a farm hand encompassing, stock work, tractor and plant operation, general farm maintenance, gardening and general maintenance while the other role would include part-time housekeeping and house cleaning duties. A salary package will be negotiated with the successful applicants and a newly renovated semi-furnished four bedroom house is available on the farm. No VISA or working holiday applicants please. Local caretakers should apply in writing with your resume and references to the manager at [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

ATTENTION ALL FISHER MEN AND WOMEN: BASS COUNTRY, Clearlake, California. Spend the month of November on a private cove, gated resort, on the water with 500 feet of beach, private dock for your boat steps away from your rustic log cabin. Beautiful, peaceful property located in the midst of wine country. You just pay for your food and bait. You are needed November 1 through 30, 2016 on site for security. Please send applications with references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

INNKEEPING COUPLE needed in Piseco, NY. A recently renovated 600 acre rustic retreat overlooking Piseco Lake in the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York, is seeking a year-round innkeeping couple. The property includes the main Inn building with seven guest rooms and a 45 person dining room, five two-bedroom cabins and a campground with 10 beachfront sites. Applicants will need at least three years of hospitality experience or a degree in Hotel Management is preferred. The following skills/experiences are sought: Innkeeping: managing reservations, bookkeeping, software, marketing, social media, supervising staff, fostering guest satisfaction. Grounds: maintaining high standards for housekeeping and the condition of the buildings and grounds. Chef/Cook: Provide cook-to-order breakfasts six days a week and dinner three nights a week in season. Compensation is competitive and includes a recently built three bedroom two story Innkeeper residence with paid utilities, board during the regular season (June 1st through October 15th), a healthcare stipend, paid vacation and a performance based bonus program. Please submit your resume and contact information for three professional references by November 15, 2016 (email preferred) to

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Vermont

LOVE THE OUTDOORS? This is ideal for an outdoor lover with abundant hiking trails on the premises. Completely renovated in March 2016, this 17 room inn is situated on the river front (Mad River) and just three miles from Sugarbush Mountain in Warren, Vermont. Top rated on Trip Advisor. The position will be responsible for greeting guests, managing reservations, and minor housekeeping. No cooking required. Laundry is outsourced. Previous innkeeper experience is a plus. The owner is regularly involved but we expect our new innkeeper to bring in an owner’s mentality to the position. Compensation includes salary, apartment, off-street parking, and utilities. Please no pets. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

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Aloha, I am a long-time Kauai resident and a long-term caretaker looking for a new beginning on a property, home, with pets and machines in Kauai. I`m on six acres right now, and have been on this property for 10 years on Kalihiwai Ridge. I have planted many palm trees to save the owners on land taxes and sold half of what I planted, but now the owner’s kids have grown up and they want their own kids to move into the caretaker’s house so I need to be out by November 1st or sooner! I love organic gardening! Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] to discuss your caretaker needs. Thanks.

Monday, October 3, 2016

Hawaii

EXPERIENCED CARETAKER COUPLE needed for 20+ acre residential, off-the-grid, private estate in Kipahulu, Maui. This property has multiple dwellings and farm structures, is pesticide/herbicide-free, with carefully landscaped tropical gardens, lawns and a wide variety of mature fruit and decorative trees. This is a full-time, hands-on position for a mature, self-motivated, detail-oriented, couple with a wide variety of skills, who wants to live in a quiet, rural, agricultural environment. Overall duties include landscaping (experience with tropical landscaping required), gardening, housekeeping, operating and maintaining farm and landscape equipment, interfacing with contractors, general/routine maintenance of multiple houses and barns, as well as the security of the property. Other maintenance responsibilities include, but are not limited to, pool care, solar systems, water systems and farm vehicles. Ideal candidate would have basic plumbing, carpentry and mechanical skills. Management responsibilities include hiring and maintaining good relations with day laborers and contractors, as well as overseeing another couple that lives/works on-site. Administrative responsibilities include fiscal responsibility of the budget, payroll, bill payment and bookkeeping. Applicants must have a minimum of five years of caretaking or property management experience, with a proven record of superior management and communication skills, plus excellent references. Compensation includes a salary (commensurate with experience) plus a private two bedroom, one bath house with views of the Pacific and plenty of open land for personal gardening. Maui or neighbor island residents will be given first consideration. Others with tropical and/or off-the-grid experience may be considered. Please send a current resume and references to

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New Zealand

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED at [Contact info available to subscribers] in Rotorua. We are in a bustling neighborhood, a 3-minute walk from a bus stop, a 4-minute walk to the Polynesian Spa, and a 7-minute walk to the Rotorua Museum. We are looking for volunteers to help with keeping our hostel clean n tidy for 2.5 hours a day in the mornings. You will have free accommodation, pasta and rice, herbs and spices, cooking oil, coffee, tea and sugar. A free meal on Fridays and free pancakes on Sunday! There is also an opportunity to be a community volunteer, helping to feed the homeless of the city each night. If this is what you are looking for, don’t hesitate to apply now and join the team by calling us at

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Mature 50’s Christian woman with a cat seeking a position in a nice peaceful town, long-term house sitting, pet-sitting, animal care, farm animals, light caretaking, cooking, cleaning, and gardening. Looking for a live-in cottage, studio, apartment, or RV. I am honest and reliable, experienced, artistic, church goer, clean non-smoker, and non-drinker. Excellent references available. Please send info, and pictures to

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Friday, September 30, 2016

Arizona

FULL-TIME, LIVE-OUT PROPERTY CARETAKER/HANDYMAN needed for a large Paradise Valley home. We need a skilled, energetic, and experienced handyman who has a wide variety of experience to perform all labor and maintenance for a highly detailed and extensive property in Paradise Valley. We are looking for a long-term, multi-year resource, so please do not apply if you consider this a ‘filler’ or ‘get by’ position. The applicant must want this type of full-time position as a career choice. The position requires a full-time commitment of eight hours per day Monday to Friday, with most work being performed outside (most outside areas are shaded). Days can start early especially in the summer months to avoid the afternoon heat. The caretaker will be paid bi-monthly as an independent contractor with no medical benefits. As an independent contractor, you will look after your own taxes, health care, insurance and applicable or required benefits. Responsibilities will include: pool and water feature maintenance (brushing, vacuuming, filters, chemicals, etc.), decks and exterior maintenance (blowing, cleaning and repairing cracks, polishing travertine, grouting, etc.), property maintenance (trimming trees, palms, watering potted plants, fine tuning irrigation system, changing oil in generator and gas powered small engines for blowers, pressure washers, etc., internal house maintenance (washing floors, dusting, vacuuming, other miscellaneous projects, and ongoing one-off projects related to repair and maintenance such as tile repairs, paver cleaning, wood staining, exterior painting, roof patching, etc. We require many years of independent work experience in performing property maintenance and repairs to a very high quality of detail. This is a very elaborate property that requires high levels of attention to detail. You must own a work truck/van and most tools (pool cleaning equipment, light tools, and all supplies provided. Must live close to Paradise Valley for easily daily commute. Must not want to take on more than this one full-time job for work. This job must take 100% of your work time priority. Contractor or general contractor experience a plus. Must want to work hard to get quality results without having to call in other trades unless absolutely necessary. Pay is between $40,000 to $50,000 per year which includes three weeks of paid time off (two weeks of paid vacation per year plus one week of paid Statutory Holiday pay such as Christmas, Easter, etc. depending on the applicant’s experience and skill sets. If you feel you meet the requirements above, please email your current resume, why you feel this position is perfect for you, how far you live in miles and travel time from Paradise Valley, and what your yearly pay expectations are, to [Contact info available to subscribers] We will contact you if we would like to move forward with an interview.

Australia

CARETAKER COUPLE needed on a 2,000 acre property located in Dulacca, a small town in the Darling Downs region of Queensland. Free rent provided. Must have current local references. To apply, please phone [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

SAN FRANCISCO EAST BAY ISLAND caretaker needed. The [Contact info available to subscribers] seeks applicants for 1-to-3-year paid caretaker contract for [Contact info available to subscribers] near Richmond, CA. The caretaker will live in a remote District-provided island residence and remain on-site seven nights and days/week (except eight hour leave three weekdays/week). Transportation to/from island via caretaker-provided motorboat. Minimum qualifications: valid California driver’s license, California registered motorboat in good condition, and at least one year experience in public safety, security, property caretaking, or equivalent. The caretaker will be an independent contractor paid approximately $3,000/month. Please send your resume to Operations – Caretaker by mail at [Contact info available to subscribers] The resume submission deadline is 3:00 pm Monday, October 31, 2016.

Connecticut

LIVE-IN-CARETAKER desired for an elderly couple in Waterford. They have a large house, one mile from the water, and the house is in the middle of 40 acres of woods. It’s a peaceful place. Mother has memory and mobility issues (dementia). Father is somewhat clear, but is slowing down. They are upbeat, and positive, but have some cognitive challenges. The caretaker work will be eight hours a day, six days a week. Tasks include: doing things with mother, like painting, singing, playing games, going on excursions. Meal preparation (they eat very healthy, often vegetarian but also some fish). Showering mother four times per week. Cleaning and organizing things in the house. Driving to things like yoga and tai chi classes, to doctor’s appointments, etc. and some help with basic computer stuff (mac). Compensation will be $650/week plus your own room, food, etc. and use of a car. The room is on its own lower level, and rather large (12 x 25). My parents are retired professors (English; Physics), and well-traveled. A strong appreciation for the arts, sciences, etc. would be great, as these are sophisticated elderly people. There is also a house cleaner/assistant four days a week, and other professionals who visit. This is not for a city person, since it’s a rather rural area. There is a small local art scene, and plenty of adult and college level classes available (the house is three miles from Connecticut College). There is Wi-Fi, good water, excellent food, and a piano. Guidance from a producer/artist who visits a few times a year, and will be there when you arrive. Other locals available for help. The caretaker must have references, and pass a background check, etc. To respond, please email details on your experience and on your background to [Contact info available to subscribers] Emails that do not include this information will not be responded to. Thank you.

Nebraska

OUR GATED COMMUNITY in Omaha is in need of a resident property caretaker to maintain properties in good repair and in excellent appearance. Must have previous relevant experience (maintenance, handyman, etc.), general mechanical ability, and organizational, communication, and time management skills. Qualified candidates will need to have a current driver’s license, reliable transportation and the ability to pass a drug and background check. The work will be directed by the Board or appropriate Board Managers. Tasks will include general maintenance, handyman, lawn and ground care, pool and sprinkler system maintenance. Salary is negotiable, and a cell phone, utility vehicle, and two bedroom home including all utilities, will be provided. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington Dc

WE ARE OFFERING FREE HOUSING in exchange for some evenings and every other weekend help at our 12 bedroom, Washington DC bed and breakfast located about a mile northwest of the White House. The ideal candidate will be computer literate, detail oriented, able to write great blogs, post to social media, patient, kind, communicative, quick, fit, energetic, responsible and able to cook at least two delicious breakfast specials. We give preference to college graduates, hospitality experience. You must be a non-smoker/non-drinker. We require drug testing and background testing. No pets. No children. For more details please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

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LIVE-IN CARETAKER AVAILABLE in California, especially the Central or North Coast. Retired professional tailor, 71, in San Francisco. Excellent references and resume available for long-term or permanent house sitting, live-in caretaker, on site security guard, handy man, pet sitting, light maintenance, light gardening, and computer data intake/management/secretarial skills. Can run errands in town and country with my Ford van. Have a current driver’s license and car insurance. Vegetarian, non-smoker, non-drinker; I don’t do any drugs or pot. Quiet, multi task/able bodied, reliable. Clean, quiet living quarters must go with above position. Available October 1. The caretaker with the caring touch. See my ad in www.caretaker.org and email [Contact info available to subscribers] or call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, September 27, 2016

Australia

FULL-TIME POSITION AVAILABLE for an experienced cattle station couple who are medically fit and healthy and willing to live the rural-life style as caretakers in Clermont, Queensland. The caretakers will need to check fences, manage water troughs and general property maintenance. Driver’s license required. Accommodation provided. Please note this is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders. To apply, Queensland caretaker couples should call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

DOG AND HOUSE SITTER NEEDED IN FLORIDA in December 2016! Looking for a sitter for our 7-year-old lab mix lover dog, Lola, and our peaceful three bedroom/two bathroom pool home in Tampa, Florida. Dates needed: 12/13/16 – 1/2/17. You’re welcome to arrive/depart before or after we leave. Lola is extremely well behaved and requires two walks and one feeding/day. This is the easiest house/pet sitting gig that ever there was!! Our home is conveniently located to beaches, entertainment venues, and theme parks. It’s a beautiful time to be in Florida!! Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] References required.

South Carolina

HOUSEHOLD MANAGER needed for a residence in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Responsibilities to include coordination of the family calendar and travel arrangements, invitations, guests and correspondence. Most importantly, must be able to plan, shop and cook healthy meals with fresh ingredients. Must be able to provide dinner for up to eight and cocktail parties for 30. Must be able to assist with planning/organizing parties and events and work with other staff for menus, rentals, music, etc. Must be able to assist with maintenance of home and cleanliness of home, as well as laundry and automobiles. Also must be able to run errands and other tasks as requested by owners. If interested, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

WANT A FRESH START AND NEW BLESSINGS? Consider relocating to South Central Texas to learn, live, and serve at [Contact info available to subscribers] Learn organic farming hands-on in a family-friendly Christian atmosphere. We are [Contact info available to subscribers] You can learn more at [Contact info available to subscribers] We are seeking participants in a six month to one-year organic farming training program. We are asking God to connect us with families/couples/singles who are interested in living God’s Word, eating off the land Nourishing Traditions Style, living in an increasingly self-sustaining community, not running from something but being pulled by the Holy Spirit into an intentional lifestyle of basic Bible absolutes, individual freedom in Christ, participating as teacher/learners in their children’s education, working hard, having creative time for worship, music, and art. Looking for people who know how to plant fields, build houses from the ground up, teach instrumental music and compose worship music of all genres (especially jazz), make pottery, prepare healthy whole food, cook and teach Asian/Ethiopian/Latino whole food cuisine, create and maintain thoughtfully clean and organized environments (this is a rare gift and an art form!), repair equipment, weld – both to repair and create art, build windmills and solar panels, work with compressed earth blocks and other green construction (we have a CEB machine), teach horseback riding and driving, create and teach art traditional crafts. We have beautiful homes here, beautiful food here, beautiful gardens and livestock, lots of old but workable heavy equipment and welders, and beautiful people here. We need more beautiful people to share this life. We are a non-smoking, non-drinking, sexually moral, biblically based, authentic (not contrived) worship community of brothers and sisters in Christ from diverse backgrounds, races, educational levels. English and Spanish are spoken here (we need a Spanish teacher!) and all languages are welcome. Housing, schooling, and great worship and teaching of the Word! Amen! Please write me at [Contact info available to subscribers] tell me about yourself, include your phone number and I will get back to you so we can talk. God bless you!

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I am wanting to relocate to Portland, Oregon. I am looking for a situation where I can exchange 8 to 10 hours a week of handyman and/or electrical work for a room. I have a lot of experience in both types of work as I was an electrician for 30 years. I have done handyman work on several homes including completely remodeling an old 2,300 sq. ft. farmhouse. I have all the tools needed to do any of this work. This includes electrical wiring and installing switches, fans, lights, motors, etc. Regarding handyman and construction work – I have done it all – I think – ha-ha – drywall, painting, new rooms, plumbing, tile work, painting and staining, tearing out old stuff and walls, etc. I am able to start in November. Please email me at [Contact info available to subscribers] to discuss what projects or repair you would want done. I am looking for something that would last several months. Thanks, Darrol.

Monday, September 26, 2016

Australia

HELP WANTED on my 10 acre property in Kinglake, Victoria. I have fractured my ankle and have my leg in plaster. I need help mowing and general clean up. I am a cat breeder and some feeding of cats would be a help. Time is immediate for another five weeks. Your caravan or mine, or a room in my home. Local applicants should please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

FREE HOUSING available with electricity, H20 and garbage for the winter for the right individual(s). Elder care help needed three days a week with some longer stretches. My parents are in their late 80’s and need care while I am out of town three days a week. I have a 30 foot trailer with full hookups for your use in exchange. We live on 21/2 acres on the East Coast of Florida, located one mile from the Indian River Lagoon on a private lake with lots of bass and panfish. Light cooking and cleaning for the three days is involved. A valid driver’s license is needed. Animals are OK if notified ahead of time and they get along with our animals. References, background and credit check are mandatory. If interested, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

FULL-TIME LIVE-IN CARETAKER needed in Constable, NY. Looking for a capable person to act as a live-in caretaker for an elderly man. At this time he is able to wash himself and do certain things by himself. We are looking for someone who is willing to:

1. Keep track of his medication 2. Cook (occasionally) 3. Do laundry 4. Keep the house tidy (not spotless) 5. Able to drive him to and from doctor’s appointments 6. Stay with him overnight 7. Assisted lift capable of up to 150 – 200lbs (in the event of him falling)

We do understand that it takes a special person to do this job and look forward to hearing from you. We may be flexible on some of the above requirements. Compensation will be a free room and board with a negotiable salary. Please feel free to contact us if you feel this position is something you may consider. The start time frame for this position is approximately two weeks from the hire date. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

PROPERTY CARETAKER COUPLE needed in Port Lavaca, TX in late 2017. We are located on a back bay on the central Texas Gulf Coast. We operate a 550 acre ranch with a lodge that we rent to duck hunters and fisherman for in season months, and through Airbnb weekend rentals for the remainder. We run 100 head of cattle and manage three residential rental properties. You can find us on Facebook under [Contact info available to subscribers] The job description includes day-to-day property maintenance, lawn care, handyman type activities, cattle feeding, minor fencing repairs, greeting lodge guests, and cleaning the lodge between guest arrivals and departures. Cattle are worked by contract cowboys. Generally, the owners, for a period of one-two years, plan to travel for three to six weeks and return for two to four weeks. The owners would coordinate with the successful candidates such that they would have several weeks per year of off duty time. We have great back bay sports fishing here, and Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Austin and Houston are all within a three hour drive. Compensation includes private lodging and all utilities provided. In addition, a percentage of lodge income will be paid on a quarterly basis, which should generate an additional $200 – $400/month. It is estimated that the total management time will be 20 – 30 hours a week. Timing will be the 4th quarter of 2017. We will begin building the accommodations for the successful candidate. This position is ideally suited for a retired couple looking for a one to two year assignment with longer term potential if the opportunity works for all parties. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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LIVE-IN CARETAKER AVAILABLE in California, especially the Central or North Coast. Retired professional tailor, 71, in San Francisco. Excellent references and resume available for long-term or permanent house sitting, live-in caretaker, on site security guard, handy man, pet sitting, light maintenance, light gardening, and computer data intake/management/secretarial skills. Can run errands in town and country with my Ford van. Have a current driver’s license and car insurance. Vegetarian, non-smoker, non-drinker; I don’t do any drugs or pot. Quiet, multi task/able bodied, reliable. Clean, quiet living quarters must go with above position. Available October 1. The caretaker with the caring touch. See my ad in www.caretaker.org and email

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Thursday, September 22, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER NEEDED. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a luxury dog boarding facility set on a 100 acre river front property in the Cairns Highlands, Kuranda, Far North Queensland. We require a caretaker to live in a small cottage overlooking the mighty Barron River, in exchange for some weekend help. Some paid work is also available. This is a self-sufficient, rural property where power is limited and there is no TV. Internet and phone reception is excellent. The caretaker must have extensive experience with dogs and horses, have a natural affinity with animals and ideally have a farming background, and a resident in Australia with the right to work in Australia. To apply, please complete our application form at [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

HOUSE SITTER NEEDED for my Bay Area home from October 1 through December 15, 2016. I have three spoiled cats which also will need to be taken care of – so I am really searching for a cat/house sitter. I’m a few blocks from the Balboa Park BART Station and a public park with a swimming pool, playground, and tennis courts. Please email me a letter about yourself and if you are a cat lover. Must be non-smokers and able to provide checkable references. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Canada

LOVELY HOME on a farm needs a caretaker. I am located forty miles east of Vancouver, British Columbia. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] to apply.

Massachusetts

A HISTORIC BED AND BREAKFAST on Nantucket Island is seeking an Innkeeper to manage an established 13 room Inn. The ideal candidate has five years’ hospitality experience, a passion for Innkeeping and people, superior customer service, is capable of climbing three flights of stairs several times daily, and must be professional in dress, non-smoking, detail oriented, computer literate, and a team player. Duties include reservations, checking guests in and out, visiting with guests at breakfast and attending to their needs, preparing and serving freshly baked desserts each afternoon, hosting weekly wine and cheese for guests. Additional duties include bookkeeping, hiring, training scheduling and overseeing housekeeping staff; managing the upkeep and maintenance of the Inn. This is a full-time position, January – December. Compensation includes apartment (beautiful bedroom, sitting room, private bath, laundry and kitchen), base salary and performance bonus, vacation and sick time, breakfast, parking, internet, and telephone. The Innkeeper reports to active owners. Please email your resume, references and cover letter to

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New York

WE ARE SEEKING ONE OR POSSIBLY TWO MORE CARETAKERS for this fall/winter/spring. We provide housing in exchange for 30 hours or so of work. We typically engage five to seven for the above time period so nobody is married to the property and all can take some time off. We like to have staff with different skill sets and abilities. Some who are good with maintenance. Some with office work. Some with housekeeping. Obviously, those who can handle more than one responsibility is ideal. The position might evolve into a full-time resident manager position if one is interested. No smoking and no pets! If interested, please feel free to call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oklahoma

HOUSE SITTER NEEDED from December 15th, 2016 to January 15th, 2017 for our three-bedroom home in the Oklahoma City area. We need a dog-lover to look after our two cute Poodles, who need cuddles (and food), and to be walked twice each day. Our home is very close to the I40, and just 20 minutes by car to the city. A large park is a short walk away, along with walking trails and tennis courts. You must keep our house in good shape while we are away, because we expect it to be the same when we return. If you are interested, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oregon

B&B CARETAKER needed in southwest Portland. Looking for an extremely detail oriented, organized, and guest service professional. Must love working with all different sorts of people and be the face of our 5 star B&B, meet and greet guests of B&B, manage on-site maintenance and repairs apartments, manage daily operations, including sweeping outside stairs, watering plants, wiping down rails etc., collecting mail sorting garbage and taking out on collection days, walk through – before and after guests, oversee cleaning crew, inspection of home after cleaners or work crews are done to make sure it is ready for guests, check in guests from 4:00pm on (in most cases), be the guest point of contact and offer assistance as they need, file damage reports when needed, and respond to emails and texts in a timely manner. You will be our main contact for all issues regarding the home. This is a part-time job but requires someone who is a full-time resident of the home. Pay can be worked according to applicant and experience. Please email your cover letter, resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] Prior work experience in Hospitality/detailed cleaning or similar position required. Thanks.

Texas

A WEST TEXAS RANCH is looking for a middle-aged couple as caretakers for absentee owners’ houses, grounds and vehicles. This is a full-time, permanent position for a couple with good people skills, team players with good morals and clean records. No drugs, smoking or drinking and no kids. Duties include housekeeping (cleaning, light laundry, grocery shopping), grounds keeping (lawn/grounds maintenance and landscape projects) and routine maintenance of owners’ houses and vehicles. Skills include plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, HVAC, audio visual, vehicle and equipment repairs. Must be computer literate. No ranch duties involved. Competitive salary, nice housing, utilities and ranch vehicle provided. Please send your complete employment history with names and dates of employers, skills possessed and salary requirements for the couple to

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LIVE-IN CARETAKER AVAILABLE IN CALIFORNIA. Single male, 65, no dependents, Have 30 years’ experience. Available right away, long-term, permanent. Can do house sitting, pet-sitting/horse care, grounds keeping, and light maintenance. Have landscaping, light irrigation, hospitality and home security experience for your house, farm, ranch, large and small properties in California. I prefer California. Retired professional tailor, and experienced handyman. Have much security guard experience, safety minded background, reliable, self-motivated. Able bodied, vegetarian, multi-task experience in basic house-keeping/cleaning, property maintenance, management, emergency preparedness, disaster prevention. Was neighborhood anti-violence organizer with non-profit groups in the 1970’s and 1980’s in the San Francisco Bay Area. Have basic skills in home gardening, cooking, clean up, hauling, accounting, book keeping, self-publishing, secretarial skills, computer, Internet, data intake, management, TV and Radio production, filming, recording, editing, duplication, etc. I do not smoke or drink, or do any drugs or pot. Have a current California driver’s license, registration and current car insurance. My Ford van is available to give you safe rides, deliveries, pick-ups, run errands and day trips in town, or country. I can email my resume with excellent references. Please call soon: Cell [Contact info available to subscribers], San Francisco, California. I need, a quiet, clean private living quarters/apartment or cottage with above caretaker position. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, September 19, 2016

California

DOG/HOUSE SITTER NEEDED for our home in Dorris, CA (on the California/Oregon border) from December 1 through December 31, 2016. We have three dogs that will need some tender care. Our property has a two bedroom cottage, separate from our main house, which includes an attached bathroom. During December, we will need to be in Portland and would also like to go away for a couple of weeks on vacation. This is a bit of an unusual house sitting position because we would be coming and going from Portland to our property in early December. We have had a few bad experiences with house sitters in the past and therefore require someone trustworthy and with good references. The dates required are for the month of December and we will work our schedule around finding the right person or couple to care for our house and dogs. You will not be able to bring your own pets to our home, since our three dogs are enough to handle. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for more details.

Massachusetts

[Contact info available to subscribers] seeks an Innkeeper or co-Innkeepers to administer its affiliate [Contact info available to subscribers] in Deerfield, MA. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a 24-room, 4-star, full-service country Inn grossing $2.7 million in food, beverage and room sales with a restaurant and tavern, seating 140, and a function room seating 70 – 120. The Innkeeper will be responsible for all aspects of the business, reporting to the [Contact info available to subscribers] Administers up to 60 staff, maintaining operational and hospitality standards including policy and procedure, HR management, OTA connections, rates management, marketing, advertising, website and social media, guest services, purchasing, decoration and design, private dining and special events, staff training, office management, capital budgets, inventories, and annual budgets. Historic Deerfield, Inc., is a non-profit museum of American history and art in western Massachusetts. The Innkeeper or co-Innkeepers need a minimum of ten years in the hospitality business with an emphasis on food/beverage. Review the full job description at [Contact info available to subscribers] and then email your letter of interest with resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

LIVE-IN CARETAKER ASSISTANT needed at the [Contact info available to subscribers] in Forestburgh, NY. We are looking for a caretaker assistant for the tree farm and our property management business. The main responsibilities will include maintaining buildings and grounds, monitoring property, taking care of chickens, cats and English Springer Spaniels as well as cleaning up the grounds and house every week. While maintenance activities are required all year, this position allows for a considerable amount of free time, including having a part-time job elsewhere if needed or desired. In addition to the monthly stipend, the compensation includes room and board in our home. Relevant experience in caretaking, home repair, maintenance, and housecleaning are required for this position but will train everyone. This is a good opportunity. You should have good interpersonal skills be a friendly self-starter, flexible, versatile, communal and open minded to new experiences. An entrepreneurial spirit is helpful to start new businesses. College graduates and beginners welcome. Please send your resume or note about yourself to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tennessee

MARRIED CARETAKER COUPLE wanted to help maintain a 10 acre lake property in Joelton, TN in return for a one bedroom apartment with electric, cable TV, and internet. Looking for caretakers who are interested in a long-term situation only. Must be diligent, trustworthy, hard-working, and self-starters who like working outdoors and very handy with lawn care, basic carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc. Must also be able to pass an extensive background check. No drinkers/smokers. Please email your resume(s) to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Aloha, I am a long-time Kauai resident and a long-term caretaker looking for a new beginning on a property, home, with pets and machines in Kauai. I`m on six acres right now, and have been on this property for 10 years on Kalihiwai Ridge. I have planted many palm trees to save the owners on land taxes and sold half of what I planted, but now the owner’s kids have grown up and they want their own kids to move into the caretaker’s house so I need to be out by November 1st or sooner! I love organic gardening! Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] to discuss your caretaker needs. Thanks.

Friday, September 16, 2016

Australia

RURAL PROPERTY needs mature fit caretakers in Mitchell, Queensland. Looking for a mature couple or single as caretakers for a cattle property in the Maranoa Shire! (28,000 acres). The caretaker’s job would require keeping the flood gates up after rain and keeping all fences strained throughout the year! Included in this job package are free off road fuel, a good solid home, electricity/phone/internet, meat and lots more! Queensland residents should ring [Contact info available to subscribers] and ask for Peter after 6.30pm.

Georgia

CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED FOR A FAMILY COMPOUND ON CUMBERLAND ISLAND, GA. Responsibilities include four houses, multiple vehicles, and a powerboat. The candidate must have basic auto, mechanical, electrical and plumbing skills sufficient for maintenance and minor repairs. Boating experience required. Housing and vehicle provided. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] or for more information visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

SUMMER CAMP SEEKS DYNAMIC DUO for year-round maintenance and housekeeping positions. Qualified maintenance applicants must have previous experience and demonstrate skills in electric, carpentry, building repair, etc., be comfortable with heights, and have the ability to lift over 75lbs. Qualified housekeeping applicants must have previous experience. Responsibilities include vacuuming, washing floors, dusting, window cleaning, preparing linen sets, making beds, and more. Both maintenance and housekeeping applicants must be able to organize supplies, keep detailed inventory, supervise others effectively, pay attention to detail, and have the ability to recognize problems before they happen. Both applicants must have a valid driver’s license. A background check is required. The camp is located in Cold Spring, NY. This is a year round position and includes on site housing, vehicle, basic utilities, and health insurance. Applicants should email [Contact info available to subscribers]

LOOKING FOR A MATURE, LOVING AND CARING, TALENTED, VET TECH – preferably with a vet tech license/caretaker to live-in, long-term, to care for Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies and adults on a beautiful 8-acre property in Pound Ridge, NY (one hour North of NYC). Responsibilities include total care of the dogs (grooming, cleaning, feeding, exercising, training and most important loving.) Caretaker responsibilities to be discussed during interview. Person must have a current driver’s license, be a non-smoker, without children, and have verifiable references in the care of dogs. Please email you resume and references to

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Washington

FULL-TIME ONSITE CARETAKER needed for a 28-unit waterfront condominium complex in Old Bellevue. The position is available October 1. Applicants must possess strong handyman capabilities, be skilled in mechanics and construction, and possess a professional, highly service-oriented attitude toward the owners and maintaining our three building facility in top-notch condition. Standard onsite duty hours run Monday through Friday from 9:00am through noon, plus one hour/day of flex time to be utilized during the balance of workdays. Compensation includes free on-site housing (excluding utilities) in a detached one bedroom, one bathroom, approximately 1,300 sq. ft. cottage plus two (uncovered) parking stalls, access to the swimming pool, plus $1,600/month, and paid vacation. One small pet (dog only) allowed. A background and credit check will be conducted. Please email your cover letter, resume, references, and any questions to

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Property Caretaker, Long Term House/Pet-Sitter Available. I am a single woman in my early 50’s with over 30 years of experience working in private homes as a house manager, personal assistant, cook, nanny, and housekeeper. Trustworthy, dependable, honest, reliable. Do not smoke, have no dependents, have excellent references. Have done many years of pet/house sitting. I have very high standards of care. Seeking a long term caretaker position. I will take exceptional care of your home/property. Open to U.S. or outside of U.S. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

LIVE-IN CARETAKER AVAILABLE IN CALIFORNIA. Single male, 65, no dependents, Have 30 years’ experience. Available right away, long-term, permanent. Can do house sitting, pet-sitting/horse care, grounds keeping, and light maintenance. Have landscaping, light irrigation, hospitality and home security experience for your house, farm, ranch, large and small properties in California. I prefer California. Retired professional tailor, and experienced handyman. Have much security guard experience, safety minded background, reliable, self-motivated. Able bodied, vegetarian, multi-task experience in basic house-keeping/cleaning, property maintenance, management, emergency preparedness, disaster prevention. Was neighborhood anti-violence organizer with non-profit groups in the 1970’s and 1980’s in the San Francisco Bay Area. Have basic skills in home gardening, cooking, clean up, hauling, accounting, book keeping, self-publishing, secretarial skills, computer, Internet, data intake, management, TV and Radio production, filming, recording, editing, duplication, etc. I do not smoke or drink, or do any drugs or pot. Have a current California driver’s license, registration and current car insurance. My Ford van is available to give you safe rides, deliveries, pick-ups, run errands and day trips in town, or country. I can email my resume with excellent references. Please call soon: Cell [Contact info available to subscribers], San Francisco, California. I need, a quiet, clean private living quarters/apartment or cottage with above caretaker position. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, September 14, 2016

Arizona

CARETAKING COUPLE OR SINGLE wanted for help with our off-the-grid, two room B&B in North Central Arizona. 20 acres of high desert canyon land, adjacent to national Forest, include passive solar home, Architect’s Studio, workshop/dance/yoga studio, massage studio. Assistance required with year-round organic garden, vineyard and wine-making, groundskeeping, chicken wrangling, pool and hot tub maintenance, etc. Also B&B housekeeping and vegetarian breakfast prep. We offer a passive solar two bedroom stone Casita in exchange for 70 hours/month diverse assistance. Additional salary dependent on your skills and abilities. Environmentally conscious, energetic applicants should please contact us at [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

RANCH CARETAKER COUPLE needed in Orleans, Humboldt County. [Contact info available to subscribers] is seeking a capable, able-bodied caretaker couple to help with our cabin rental business in exchange for a house on the Klamath River, some paid work, and sharing our riverside Permaculture homestead. The position starts in 2017. We seek mature, self-motivated folks with basic rural skills to help with cabin cleaning, cabin and structure upgrade and maintenance, grounds, and guest reception. We offer a beautiful home with established gardens and orchards, in a mountain setting with surrounding wilderness, rivers, and a strong community. Please send your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Canada

OCCASIONAL HOUSE SITTING needed for my home on the Saanich Peninsula, located north of Victoria, British Columbia. I am hoping to find a retired couple living in the Victoria Area, who would like to enjoy the odd weekend or a couple of weeks, to pet and housesit for me. A couple who would enjoy the opportunity of leaving their city apartment to enjoy some country living would be best. I have two small terriers and one cat, and a very comfortable country residence. November 26th to December 10th is a definite requirement for house sitting here. British Columbia residents should call Eric at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Michigan

INN MANAGER(S) NEEDED for a 14-room Select Registry bed and breakfast located on the beach of Lake Huron, Michigan. This award winning destination property, [Contact info available to subscribers], seeks an experienced Inn manager or couple possessing creative culinary skills and the ability to manage inventory, shopping, and special dietary requests as well as daily operations of the property. Applicants must be physically fit, computer literate, possess a positive attitude, passion for guest service, handling guests’ concerns and providing resolutions in a professional manner. A separate house with utilities, vacation, education and compensation based on experience with bonus is offered as well as two days off per week. Non-smokers, pets allowed. Only applicants with actual hospitality lodging experience will be considered. Please send your resume, bio, and references to

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Montana

CARETAKER WANTED in Clinton, MT. We just bought a place in Clinton, and are looking for a caretaker for the winter. Currently we live out-of-state, but are in the process of moving, and thus will be making multiple trips back and forth to our new home in Clinton. We are looking for a trustworthy person with carpentry skills who is willing to trade out their labor for rent from October 2016 to the end of March/mid-April 2017. Your accommodations would be a small one bedroom apartment, above the shop, that has already been completely remodeled. Utilities not included. Sorry, no pets allowed. On a daily basis you would need to be able to check the water lines, and check the mail and send it to us on a weekly basis. Repair work would need to be done on the main house and shop area – nothing big, all small stuff. For example, the deck on the main house needs some repairs…we have a list of all the work that needs to be done. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] and leave a message if we’re not home. We look forward to hearing from you!

Pennsylvania

A BEAUTIFUL, 5-ROOM BED AND BREAKFAST near Hershey, PA has an immediate opening for an experienced innkeeper or couple to manage all operations – breakfast, housekeeping, maintaining grounds, reservations, check-ins/outs, bookkeeping, marketing, staff and vendor management. A historic home with modern comforts, we have an excellent reputation and strong return guest business in a friendly, small town. We need a warm host/hostess to treat our guests like family, while keeping a pristine home and maintaining our relationship with the community. Knowledge of ThinkReservations and QuickBooks a plus. The compensation package includes a salary, bonuses based on revenue, paid vacation and living quarters. It is a peaceful, pastoral place to live the B&B lifestyle. Please email us at [Contact info available to subscribers]

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YEAR-ROUND PROPERTY CARETAKER POSITION wanted. A very experienced, middle-aged, non-smokers, clean, honest couple available in Haines, Alaska. We are seeking to maintain your property year round in exchange for modest, private living quarters. Willing to discuss other arrangements also. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] to discuss your property needs. Thanks.

Monday, September 12, 2016

Arizona

CARETAKER NEEDED for a small family horse boarding facility for six to twelve horses (we have a maximum of twelve horses in the winter. This position available now in beautiful Yuma, Arizona. Perfect winter weather, but a bit hot in the summer. Some knowledge of horses a must! A very nice furnished two bedroom apartment will be provided in exchange for feeding, turn-out of horses, and grounds maintenance (including some mowing). We are on five irrigated, secluded acres with lots of trees. Non-smoker or drinker and good people skills are a must. Apartment and utilities provided, but no salary. A couple is OK. Please email

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Australia

CARETAKER COUPLE needed. Our clients are seeking an experienced, stable couple, preferably with a cattle station background, for a ranch in Dingo, a small town in the Central Highlands Region in Queensland. Successful applicants must have a positive and supportive attitude, and be open to instruction. Your previous general farming, mechanical and machinery capability will be required to cover daily on-farm operations. Motorized mustering is performed on this property. This is a full-time position for candidates with a longer term outlook. The position is available to a mature age couple. Accommodation provided along with remuneration of $600 – $700/week. Please note this is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders. For more details, local applicants should contact

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New York

[Contact info available to subscribers], a three guest-room historic brownstone in Brooklyn is looking for a year-round, live-in co-innkeeper starting in November/December, 2016. Responsibilities include check in and check-outs, managing bookings, preparing organic made to order breakfast for an average of six and up to ten guests, shopping and ordering supplies, meticulous housekeeping and potentially assistance with events. Must enjoy interacting with guests and have a warm, welcoming manner. Average hours per week is 30 hours. This position is only appropriate for individuals or a couple who have lived in New York City and are genuinely familiar with its geography and sites. It is ideal for a couple, with one working independently of the house. Must be pet-friendly. Smoking is not permitted. The position includes live-in quarters, a salary with the possibility of commissions, all utilities and internet as well as breakfast. A total of six weeks’ time off will be provided coordinating with the owner, but only two during the summer. Inquiries should email their resume and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers] No calls or drop-ins please.

Wisconsin

LOOKING FOR A CARETAKER for on-site property management at the [Contact info available to subscribers] in downtown Richland Center. Light maintenance and the cleaning of grounds and facility will be required. Compensation includes a free quality, modern two bedroom apartment, plus a monthly salary. If interested, please mail your resume and letter of interest, postmarked by Tuesday, September 13 to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Comprehensive hospitality training and experience, a professionally trained chef, and work in private service for over 30 years. I am single, free to travel on short notice and am seeking a long-term position. Versatile, native California woman, very experienced in caretaking, animal care both domestically and on ranch environments. I have had the opportunity to add caregiving to my list of experience. I worked on remote ranches in Montana, Wyoming and Colorado, a couple of them working cow calf operations. Spent time on dude ranches as well as private service. I have a corporate background including accounting and bookkeeping and an extensive background in property management, well versed in computers, and have operated heavy farm machinery. I love the rural life and practice discretion and confidentiality. I love to garden, and appreciate a diverse work environment. My intention is to have a full-time live in position and I am prepared to make a long-term commitment. I can best be reached at [Contact info available to subscribers] or through this ad. My private email address is [Contact info available to subscribers] I will be receiving an outstanding reference from my current employer. I hope to be located in the Northern California area or in the desert Southwest, the 4 Corners Area, or my former residence – Northern New Mexico. Let’s talk! Thanks for your interest – Marlena Freeman.

LIVE-IN CARETAKER AVAILABLE IN CALIFORNIA. Single male, 65, no dependents, Have 30 years’ experience. Available right away, long-term, permanent. Can do house sitting, pet-sitting/horse care, grounds keeping, and light maintenance. Have landscaping, light irrigation, hospitality and home security experience for your house, farm, ranch, large and small properties in California. I prefer California. Retired professional tailor, and experienced handyman. Have much security guard experience, safety minded background, reliable, self-motivated. Able bodied, vegetarian, multi-task experience in basic house-keeping/cleaning, property maintenance, management, emergency preparedness, disaster prevention. Was neighborhood anti-violence organizer with non-profit groups in the 1970’s and 1980’s in the San Francisco Bay Area. Have basic skills in home gardening, cooking, clean up, hauling, accounting, book keeping, self-publishing, secretarial skills, computer, Internet, data intake, management, TV and Radio production, filming, recording, editing, duplication, etc. I do not smoke or drink, or do any drugs or pot. Have a current California driver’s license, registration and current car insurance. My Ford van is available to give you safe rides, deliveries, pick-ups, run errands and day trips in town, or country. I can email my resume with excellent references. Please call soon: Cell [Contact info available to subscribers], San Francisco, California. I need, a quiet, clean private living quarters/apartment or cottage with above caretaker position. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Friday, September 9, 2016

Alaska

CARETAKER NEEDED at [Contact info available to subscribers] near the 69 mile marker on Steese Highway (Highway 6). This is solely a free place to live (a dry cabin with some propane provided). You can live here rent-free, but no salary is provided. There are several cabins with propane heaters, and also one with a wood stove. There is no Internet provided, however, there is a Hughes Net dish on the property which can be activated and paid for at the caretaker’s expense. These are dry cabins with no running water. There is a creek nearby for non-potable water uses. Otherwise, drinking water will need to be hauled in from town. Also, a way to move the snow in winter will need to be provided by the caretaker. We have equipment on the property that cannot be used for liability purposes. Electricity is solar (minimal in winter) and 14 KW generator powered. Also, the caretaker will need to provide diesel fuel for the generator. Fairbanks is an hour and 15 minutes away. Also, 10 miles north on Steese is the Alaska Highway Department which can provide emergency service any time of the year. This is a live-in position that requires you to stay on the property at all times. We do understand trips to town will be required, but this should be done at a maximum of twice a month. The purpose of your stay is to protect the equipment and eliminate vandalism on the property. There is a camp dog (a husky named Lilly) that will need to be taken care of. Food will be provided for her at our expense (not the caretaker). We will need at least two references, and a background check will be done. Also, a driver’s license/state ID will be required. A phone interview will be conducted, and, if we think you are a good fit, we will schedule a person-to-person interview on the property. A waiver will be required which frees us of responsibility for any injuries incurred on the property. Other than that it is one of the most beautiful and quiet parts of Alaska. If all of the above is no problem, or if you have additional questions please call [Contact info available to subscribers] or email [Contact info available to subscribers] The best time to get an answer would be after 2pm (no calls after 5pm please). Otherwise, you can leave a message and we will get back to you. Thanks.

Australia

FREE CAMPING available for mature nomadic RVers in exchange for helping out around my 68 acre bush retreat in the Gunalda/Gympie area. Work will involve mowing, brush cutting, general gardening, and cleaning up and helping with repairs. My acreage is located five kilometers off the Bruce Highway at Gunalda, approximately 20 minutes north of Gympie, 35 minutes to Tincan Bay, and five minutes to the general store and pub. For more information, please ring [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

PERMANENT CANINE CARETAKER WANTED. A small pet boarding facility is looking for an experienced canine caretaker. In exchange for a one bedroom home there’s also income earning potential for one person. Applicants must have canine references and resume. Must pass a background check. No smokers/drinkers. Located at 900′ elevation in the foothills of Central California. Please email inquiries to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Idaho

WE ARE LOOKING FOR AN ANIMAL/PROPERTY CARETAKER and have room for you to park your 30′ or less travel trailer to live in. We can run electric and water. We provide free rent, Wi-Fi and possibly more for the right caretaker. We live on a small acreage in Nampa off Robinson/Airport. We are looking for an older, trustworthy, friendly, self-sufficient gentleman – a handyman. Not a traveler. Could have one small friendly dog that doesn’t eat chickens or is a bigger barker than ours? First and foremost – we need someone to love and care for of all of our pets twice a day while we’re gone. We have two dogs, two cats, six chickens and our small herd of sweet Nigerian Dwarf goats. Property care will be next – water, mowing, snow, keeping an eye on the place, etc. Handyman work would be great – help building stuff, caring for fences, weeding, and ?? Absolutely no smoking or drugs! A background check will be required. Please email your telephone number, photo of your trailer, and a bit about you if you’re interested to

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Illinois

I AM A DISABLED MALE LOOKING FOR A LIVE-IN CARETAKER in Forest Park, a suburb of Chicago. I am offering a free, furnished place to stay, as I am a disabled male who needs help with his daily tasks such as cooking, bathing, dressing, medication management, taking me to my appointments, and incontinence care. If this sounds like you, then please call [Contact info available to subscribers] I hope you have a fantastic rest of the day.

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LIVE-IN CARETAKER AVAILABLE IN CALIFORNIA. Single male, 65, no dependents, Have 30 years’ experience. Available right away, long-term, permanent. Can do house sitting, pet-sitting/horse care, grounds keeping, and light maintenance. Have landscaping, light irrigation, hospitality and home security experience for your house, farm, ranch, large and small properties in California. I prefer California. Retired professional tailor, and experienced handyman. Have much security guard experience, safety minded background, reliable, self-motivated. Able bodied, vegetarian, multi-task experience in basic house-keeping/cleaning, property maintenance, management, emergency preparedness, disaster prevention. Was neighborhood anti-violence organizer with non-profit groups in the 1970’s and 1980’s in the San Francisco Bay Area. Have basic skills in home gardening, cooking, clean up, hauling, accounting, book keeping, self-publishing, secretarial skills, computer, Internet, data intake, management, TV and Radio production, filming, recording, editing, duplication, etc. I do not smoke or drink, or do any drugs or pot. Have a current California driver’s license, registration and current car insurance. My Ford van is available to give you safe rides, deliveries, pick-ups, run errands and day trips in town, or country. I can email my resume with excellent references. Please call soon: Cell [Contact info available to subscribers], San Francisco, California. I need, a quiet, clean private living quarters/apartment or cottage with above caretaker position. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, September 7, 2016

New Zealand

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A NIGHT HOSTEL MANAGER/HOUSEKEEPER to join our friendly team at [Contact info available to subscribers] in central Auckland. We are a multi-award winning upmarket backpacker’s hostel, in a busy, fast-paced environment where team-work is key, and we focus on guest experiences and provided outstanding customer service. You must be experienced in accommodation management, administration and sales, be knowledgeable about booking systems, and be self-motivated with a big smile and a responsible attitude! The successful candidate must have at least one year experience in a similar managerial position and be confident in engaging with guests, and all operational aspects of running a busy hostel. Excellent English language skills are a must in this role. The position includes two night shifts from 8pm – 12pm covering front office then on call from 12 midnight for late check ins until 7.30am the following morning and one housekeeping shift on a Sunday between 10am – 2pm. You will need previous housekeeping experience and a proven track record of attention to detail. You must have a valid NZ work visa. You can work for free accommodation, free laundry, and free Wi-Fi, and will need to commit for two to three months. Please email your resume to

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Oregon

ACTIVE PENSION COUPLE needed for a 10,000 acre working remote cattle ranch is southeastern Oregon. Need part-time help two to three days a week in exchange for a two bedroom, one bath home and utilities. Duties include yard work, light handyman duties, light cleanup, and light mechanical experience would be a plus. References required and a background check will be done. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

SPACIOUS STUDIO APARTMENT AVAILABLE in Sisters, OR starting September 30. Looking for a non-smoking caretaker, responsible for only one quarter acres or less of yard work. This spacious studio apartment is surrounded by beautiful views of the three Sisters Mountains. It sits on 30 acres of land and it’s in a beautiful quiet neighborhood. The studio features a kitchen with tile counter-tops, dishwasher, and electric heat. The winter time is very warm and cozy and also has a washer and dryer and a shower. For more information please call [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

Texas

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A PART-TIME HOUSE SITTER for two to three weeks a month in Springtown, TX. We run a small quarantine facility for kill pen horses. We are looking for someone to stay overnight at our place while we’re gone out of town. You can come and go as you please as long as you stay over and take care of the place and the animals. Pay is $10/hour, three to four hours a day paid weekly via PayPal. Feedings are twice a day to the outside animals and once a day to the dogs. We have two dogs, a donkey, steer and at least two horses at all times. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

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LIVE-IN CARETAKER AVAILABLE IN CALIFORNIA. Single male, 65, no dependents, Have 30 years’ experience. Available right away, long-term, permanent. Can do house sitting, pet-sitting/horse care, grounds keeping, and light maintenance. Have landscaping, light irrigation, hospitality and home security experience for your house, farm, ranch, large and small properties in California. I prefer California. Retired professional tailor, and experienced handyman. Have much security guard experience, safety minded background, reliable, self-motivated. Able bodied, vegetarian, multi-task experience in basic house-keeping/cleaning, property maintenance, management, emergency preparedness, disaster prevention. Was neighborhood anti-violence organizer with non-profit groups in the 1970’s and 1980’s in the San Francisco Bay Area. Have basic skills in home gardening, cooking, clean up, hauling, accounting, book keeping, self-publishing, secretarial skills, computer, Internet, data intake, management, TV and Radio production, filming, recording, editing, duplication, etc. I do not smoke or drink, or do any drugs or pot. Have a current California driver’s license, registration and current car insurance. My Ford van is available to give you safe rides, deliveries, pick-ups, run errands and day trips in town, or country. I can email my resume with excellent references. Please call soon: Cell [Contact info available to subscribers], San Francisco, California. I need, a quiet, clean private living quarters/apartment or cottage with above caretaker position. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, September 6, 2016

California

DUCK CLUB ASSISTANT CARETAKER COUPLE needed. A couple team is needed for a private duck club located in Fairfield, CA. The ideal candidates will include a hands-on general handyman to assist in preparation of hunting season; such as blind cleaning, painting, cleaning and restringing of decoys. Year-round yard maintenance, maintenance of boats and vehicles, dozer and backhoe work required. Welding knowledge helpful. Domestic duties for the partner include cooking, cleaning, making beds, laundry, shopping, etc. Benefits and home included. Salary will be based on experience. Please fax your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Canada

FULL-TIME CAMP CARETAKER needed on Gabriola Island, British Columbia. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a children’s residential summer camp. The camp is currently recruiting for an on-site year-round property caretaker. Year round duties include but are not limited to: maintenance of the facilities, including swimming pool maintenance/care, basic light construction, painting, and lawn care, operation of a small water system and onsite management of short term facility rentals. The caretaker is required to have knowledge of and/or recent experience in property management, knowledge and competency of basic “handyman” type skills, excellent interpersonal skills and a willingness to work with youth leaders, a valid BC driver’s license, and three work references. A criminal record check will be required prior to final hiring. For more information about [Contact info available to subscribers] please visit the Camp’s website at [Contact info available to subscribers] British Columbia caretaker applicants should forward their resume outlining your experience to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Nevada

LAS VEGAS, NV. Caretaker Wanted for a large room rental home in North Las Vegas. Looking for an experienced maintenance man or couple for a nine bedroom, six bathroom, two kitchen home. This person (couple) should be experienced, and have references in minor repairing, especially plumbing and electrical. This is a pet free, and smoke free home. We do have three outdoor smoking areas, gated parking and security cameras. Sorry, there is no room for your travel trailer. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] weekdays, or cell at [Contact info available to subscribers] (best on weekends) or email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tennessee

MARRIED CARETAKER COUPLE wanted to help maintain a 10 acre lake property in Joelton, TN in return for a one bedroom apartment with electric, cable, and internet. Looking for caretakers who are interested in a long-term situation only. Must be diligent, trustworthy, hard-working, and self-starters who like working outdoors and very handy with lawn care, basic carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc. Must also be able to pass an extensive background check. No drinkers/smokers. Please email your resume(s) to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wales

CARETAKER NEEDED at [Contact info available to subscribers] The position of a school caretaker has arisen at [Contact info available to subscribers] in Wales. The school is set in the quiet village of Ponthir, southwest of the county borough of Torfaen, and occupies an enviable position within the village. This is a small village school which has an important position within the village community. As school caretaker you will be very much part of our close knit team and will work closely with school staff and the village community. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a creative, friendly and family orientated establishment with excellent academic standards. We would welcome someone who wishes to work in a small Church School and be part of our dynamic team. Please send resumes and local references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Farm/Ranch/Estate Management position wanted. I have experience with cattle, sheep, goats and grounds maintenance. Strong skills in animal health/nutrition, grazing management and forage production. Some experience with crop production and feedlot operations. I can work alone or lead a crew. Fluent in Spanish. I am observant and very conscientious about my work and personal behavior. I will treat your property as if it were my own and eliminate all your worries. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] or leave a message at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Friday, September 2, 2016

Hawaii

WE HAVE A COUPLE’S JOB available in Maui, HI. This is a 2nd home for the family. We are looking for a couple to manage an extensive estate and have expertise in renovations and large construction projects, housekeeping and maintenance, gardening in the Maui terrain and able to do the domestic duties when the family is staying at the house. Not only are you hands-on, but you will be overseeing a staff of gardeners and housekeepers. Experience as a couple, managing and maintaining a large property is a must. They have a guest house for you to live in and the salary is $200,000 a year. They are looking for someone to start ASAP. Please forward your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Idaho

CARETAKER/MANAGER needed in Boise, ID. We are currently hiring for a Caretaker/Manager at the [Contact info available to subscribers] The ideal candidates would have good computer skills, excellent customer service skills, have basic maintenance capabilities and love the mountains. Tasks would include: housekeeping, laundry, front office, minor maintenance, landscaping, snow removal, guest care, and scheduling. The Pioneer Inn provides accommodations during the ski season and also year round for weddings and events. Pay will be based on experience. Please email resume(s) to

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Massachusetts

INNKEEPERS WANTED. Seeking an experienced couple to manage the beautiful [Contact info available to subscribers] with 25 guest rooms, located in Westborough, MA, about 35 minutes’ drive from Boston. The live-in apartment for the Innkeepers is furnished and has an upgraded kitchen and living area. Responsibilities include marketing, taking reservations, answering phone calls, checking in and checking out guests, setting up continental breakfast, supervising cleaning staff, maintaining the building/facility in good conditions, guest hospitality, processing payment transactions, running daily, monthly and year-end reports, verifying commissions, updating website and online reservation sites, managing petty cash, bookkeeping , decorating the Inn, doing minor maintenance and any other duties deemed critical to efficiently managing the Inn. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Please email your resume to

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New Zealand

HOSTEL HELPER wanted ASAP. We are located in the heart of Kerikeri – an ideal central location for visitors to the beautiful Bay of Islands. You must be able to clean guest rooms consistently to a high standard. General duties include cleaning bathrooms and common areas and some deep-cleaning for two hours and 30 minutes each morning in exchange for free accommodation and unlimited Wi-Fi. In addition, we offer help in finding full-time paid work after two weeks work at our hostel. Two weeks minimum stay required. Come join us in the Winterless Far North for a few weeks to relax, work and have fun with other working backpackers at our busy working hostel. To apply, please call

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PROPERTY MANAGER AVAILABLE. Self-motivated, responsible, non-smoking female seeking a salaried, long-term, permanent, property management position. With certifications in HVAC, power plant, airframe, plumbing, electricity and AV, I have extensive building maintenance experience and office skills. I am proficient in carpentry, lighting, landscaping and have a CD license. I love pets, organic gardening and I enjoy a simple life. Bilingual in English/Spanish. I am willing to relocate. I own my home in the Washington Metropolitan area for last 15 years. Excellent referrals available upon request. Thank you. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thursday, September 1, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER PENSIONER COUPLE required in the Wandoan Taroom district of Queensland. Must be from the Land. Rent free house provided in exchange for some part-time work. Must have good local references. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Canada

CARETAKER/HANDYMAN/”JACK OF ALL TRADES” wanted in Saseenos, BC, in the greater Victoria area. Need a single person to do jobs around a small, well-maintained, water-front estate on Sooke Basin. En suite bedroom provided. Work could appeal to a renaissance personality and depending upon skills could include: carpentry, computer work, construction, dock building, driving, electrical, fencing, furniture making/improving/refinishing, land clearing, gardening, general maintenance (e.g., irrigation system), painting, plumbing, path improvement/development, power-washing, roofing, stonework, tiling. Would like someone who is innovative, that will understand the property, take “ownership” of the property, and take pride in improving it. Compensation to be agreed dependent upon qualifications. Please call or text [Contact info available to subscribers]

Connecticut

SEEKING A FULL-TIME, LIVE-IN YEAR-ROUND EXPERIENCED INNKEEPER (single or couple) to manage a #1 rated inn. The [Contact info available to subscribers] is seeking a full-time, live-in Innkeeper. Our [Contact info available to subscribers] is located in the quaint New England town of Wallingford, CT. and very highly rated on Trip advisor and Bedandbreakfast.com. Preferred accommodation for the prestigious Choate Academy located next to us as well as Yale University and Quinnipiac College only 15 minutes away all of which bring us an international cliental daily. We are looking for a well-organized, personable, energetic individual or couple as full time live-in Innkeepers. Duties include taking reservations via online system, checking in guests and providing concierge service, preparing and serving breakfast, shopping, hosting wine/cheese hour, and housekeeping. Compensation includes salary and housing with all utilities including internet and cable, paid vacation, health insurance and more. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

LIVE-IN, PART-TIME CARETAKER needed in Tequesta, in Palm Beach County, Florida. Looking for a live-in caretaker for my 86-year-old Mom. She just needs supervision with daily activities, companionship, driving to appointments or shopping, and preparing meals. Live rent-free in exchange for minimal care. No pay involved. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Minnesota

ONSITE CARETAKER COUPLE wanted in Sauk Centre. [Contact info available to subscribers] is seeking a caretaker couple to live onsite. We are offering room and board, not a house or an apartment. Must not have any pets. Must be able to work weekends, various shifts, Front Desk and Housekeeping. Each person must be able to work at least 40 hours a week. Room and board is part of compensation as well as a monthly salary in which you are paid in two checks one on the 5th of every month and one on the 20th of every month. A little about our hotel: we have 39 rooms, a pool and hot tub, a continental breakfast, and we also have a bar and grill in the hotel. We also have free cable, Wi-Fi, and a membership to Snap Fitness. Serious inquiries only! I am looking to hire someone as soon as possible. Please come in for an interview today or call [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks.

Vermont

WE ARE IN NEED OF A LIVE-IN NON-SMOKING INNKEEPER, with no pets and a warm personality for five room historic B&B in Vermont Village in Southern Vermont. Ability to prepare breakfast is essential. Other responsibilities would include cleaning house, laundry and most importantly providing our guests with a wonderful experience. The compensation package includes free housing, two days off weekly, and two weeks paid vacation after one year of service. This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a low stress, elegant B&B! Please send your resume and salary requirements to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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LIVE-IN CARETAKER AVAILABLE IN CALIFORNIA. Single male, 65, no dependents, Have 30 years’ experience. Available right away, long-term, permanent. Can do house sitting, pet-sitting/horse care, grounds keeping, and light maintenance. Have landscaping, light irrigation, hospitality and home security experience for your house, farm, ranch, large and small properties in California. I prefer California. Retired professional tailor, and experienced handyman. Have much security guard experience, safety minded background, reliable, self-motivated. Able bodied, vegetarian, multi-task experience in basic house-keeping/cleaning, property maintenance, management, emergency preparedness, disaster prevention. Was neighborhood anti-violence organizer with non-profit groups in the 1970’s and 1980’s in the San Francisco Bay Area. Have basic skills in home gardening, cooking, clean up, hauling, accounting, book keeping, self-publishing, secretarial skills, computer, Internet, data intake, management, TV and Radio production, filming, recording, editing, duplication, etc. I do not smoke or drink, or do any drugs or pot. Have a current California driver’s license, registration and current car insurance. My Ford van is available to give you safe rides, deliveries, pick-ups, run errands and day trips in town, or country. I can email my resume with excellent references. Please call soon: Cell [Contact info available to subscribers], San Francisco, California. I need, a quiet, clean private living quarters/apartment or cottage with above caretaker position. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, August 30, 2016

Australia

[Contact info available to subscribers] needs a caretaker for two to six months. Free board and meals provided for local singles or a couple. A caravan site is also available. This position requires a half day of gardening and light duties in return for your accommodation here. We are located close to the beach, and 200 kilometers north of Broome, Western Australia. To apply, please call

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California

CARETAKER/GROUNDS HOST WANTED for a Community Center with free housing, but no pay, in Walnut Grove. Sacramento County, Regional Parks is looking to hire a caretaker to live on-site at [Contact info available to subscribers] The duties of the caretaker include 20 – 25 hours a week of cleaning and maintaining the inside and outside of the Community Center. The candidate must be dependable and consistent. Duties include but are not limited to: Landscaping – mowing, weeding, collecting leaves, pruning, watering. Janitorial – mopping floors, cleaning bathrooms, emptying trash, cleaning windows, picking up litter, etc. Security – unlocking/locking facility for rentals, etc. Light Maintenance – painting, repairs, changing light bulbs, etc. Compensation includes free housing at the caretaker residence located at [Contact info available to subscribers] The residence consists of single story house, medium sized shop, with small fenced garden area and adjoining carport. The interior of the cottage is comprised of two bedrooms, one bathroom, kitchen and living room. Water and sewer is included. The caretaker is responsible for propane and electricity. Eligible candidates must be a current U.S. Resident and must be able to pass a Department of Justice background check and drug test. To apply, please mail your resume to

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Canada

I AM A HIPPIE WRITER AND SANTA, 65-years-old. I live in Quebec City, Quebec, close to the Montmorency Falls. I need a corrector, and French translator for all languages for my not yet published novels. I also need a researcher and illustrator for children’s novels. (Sorry gentlemen, I work better with women). Literature from child to adults. Two hours/day in exchange for room and board in a small 41/2 room home. Minimum agreement is two weeks at $100/week, and for a third hour a day can be negotiated. For more information, please email [Contact info available to subscribers] or find me on Facebook (I’m the one with Santa’s icon) at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

CENTRAL FLORIDA HOUSE AND CAT SITTERS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY through November. This is a non-paying position. Caretakers needed now in our beautiful lakefront home. We have two spoiled cats that need some loving. We ask that you keep the house clean and the cats fed. Please email me at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Massachusetts

HEAD INNKEEPER(S) needed in Marblehead, Massachusetts. The 12 unit [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a year-round innkeeper. After several years of improvements and upgrades, we are excited to bring in new management to help drive business success. Seeking mature, experienced professionals who make the guest experience their priority. Responsibilities include leading the front desk and check in/outs, managing bookings, travel engines and setting prices, setting up and breaking down breakfast, overseeing assistant innkeepers and cleaners, shopping and ordering supplies. We have recently improved our grounds and there is an opportunity to grow a functions and events business. We are looking for self-starters who want the challenge of leading all aspects of a year round business. If you want to work hard, share in our growth and live in an amazing community, please send your resume, references and compensation requirements to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE HELP wanted in Spokane Valley. A Christian couple is needed for general property maintenance for the owner’s commercial properties as well as the owner’s home. Commercial property maintenance skills required with experience and good working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, sheet-rocking, painting, yard and sprinklers. Also some auto maintenance. Positions will include house and commercial bathroom cleaning. Computer and basic office skills very helpful. Non-smoking, no drugs or alcohol. Valid driver’s licenses required. Need resumes and references and you will be subject to a background check. Compensation includes on-site residence and utilities. Only husband and wife couples need apply. Please respond to [Contact info available to subscribers] Att: Caretaker

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Property caretaker/house sitter available in the Oakland/Rockridge Area. Do you need someone to watch your property when you are away? I have experience as a house sitter and puppy-sitter. I work in the Rockridge area for a high school as a teacher’s assistant. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Friday, August 26, 2016

Arizona

CARETAKER POSITION NOW AVAILABLE in beautiful Yuma for a small private family boarding facility with six to twelve horses (a maximum of twelve in the winter). We have perfect winter weather, but it’s a bit hot in the summer. Some knowledge of horses a must! A very nice furnished two bedroom apartment and utilities provided, but no salary, in exchange for feeding, turn-out of horses, and grounds maintenance (including mowing) on five irrigated, secluded acres. We have lots of trees. Non-smoker or drinker and good people skills are a must. A couple is OK. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Australia

AN ACTIVE CARETAKER COUPLE is needed, long-term, for a Central West Queensland cattle station. There are no schools nearby. We are looking for an honest motivated couple with livestock, gardening/mechanical minded experience. This would be suitable for an older couple. Comfortable accommodation, with air-conditioning, is provided, and a small salary is negotiable. References required. Local caretaker couples should call [Contact info available to subscribers] to apply.

Vermont

LIVE-IN INNKEEPER COUPLE WANTED for a beautiful Vermont seven room inn overlooking the Connecticut River. Duties include reservations, guest services, housekeeping, and full breakfast service. $600.00 per week plus tips and bonus opportunities. Spacious two room innkeeper quarters provided. Great guests! Experienced innkeepers preferred. Please look us up online at [Contact info available to subscribers] The position starts September 11th or sooner. Please email your resume and references to

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Washington

RELIABLE, HONEST, MATURE, SINGLE PETSITTER needed with feline and equine experience for two cats, two horses. Resume and references required. Bring your own car. Tiny rural studio, 20 minutes to Portland, OR/Vancouver, WA. December 27 – April 7, 2017. Plenty of free time, small stipend, Wi-Fi, Washer/Dryer. Please call/text [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wyoming

RANCH MINDED COUPLE needed for long-term hire on a 30,000 acre private residence in the Laramie Range of Southeast Wyoming. The main residence is 5,000 sq. ft. and a 5,000 sq. ft. additional wing connected by an enclosed bridge. Will be responsible for overseeing all systems within the home with preventative maintenance always in mind. Mechanically minded to troubleshoot and work with outside contractors/vendors to care for systems in the home. There are several outbuildings and structures that will also need to be maintained and continually upgraded. Comfortable running equipment and be fit and willing to help in any way during the wild fire season. Full, detail oriented cleaning is required. Should be able to implement the zone cleaning system to ensure all areas of the home are detail cleaned on a regular basis and is ready for occupancy at all times. Limited off season cooking will be needed when a summer chef is not on site. When this occurs, grocery shopping will be required. Must also provide groundskeeping on this rustic yet elegant property. There are two streams that enter into a pond, various walking paths and patios that need to be maintained. Must maintain water features, plant annuals and maintain perennials with an aesthetic and detailed eye. The couple team must be comfortable living in the mountains year-round and be comfortable in an isolated environment. Must embrace this lifestyle and take pride in their work. The couple needs to be able to work alone, but also be comfortable taking direction from the ranch managers and working with a team. This is not a management position. Housing, utilities, salary based on experience, and vehicle, and insurance plan/401k provided. Must pass a background/credit check. Pets are OK. Non-smokers. Please send resumes and work history to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

WORK AND HOME WANTED TOGETHER. I’m looking to be your Property Caretaker/Ranch Hand in Northern Monterey County/Santa Cruz County, California. I’m an adult male in search of an honest home with honest work as your home and property caretaker/ranch hand/animal caretaker. Would like to find a private home, small house, cabin, cottage, large studio, detached room, trailer/mobile home (single wide type), barn with a loft, etc. Prefer the countryside or just out of town with a yard for my dog to be safe and a very positive and possible work exchange as home and property caretaker for all or part of rent and or you pay for my skills. I can do building maintenance and repairs, home and apartment remodeling, groundskeeper, gardening, ranch hand, animal care and more. I’m honest and reliable. My dog is very well behaved, very friendly and very clean. I will do all I can to help you and make your property a better place for all, and hope to find a long term home. I enjoy music and art I have a large collection of both. Please feel free to call me at [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

Thursday, August 25, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER POSITION available for a mature couple at the [Contact info available to subscribers] Located 3.30 hours north of Sydney and six hours from Canberra. A comfortable two bedroom cottage and power and water supplied in return for work. Essential skills would include supervisory skills, excellent communication skills, clean and well presented, collect and receipt money, and be available seven days week – flexi days off by negotiation. Experience in tractor, slasher and ride on mowers would be helpful. References and police checks required. Applications should mail their cover letter and resume to Caretaker Position, [Contact info available to subscribers] Applications close on the 31st of August.

Minnesota

OUR TEAM AT [Contact info available to subscribers], a lovely senior living residence located in St. Paul’s Highland Park area (and part of our own Shepard Park neighborhood of six [Contact info available to subscribers] communities), seeks a reliable individual with a background in cleaning/janitorial services to perform basic building cleaning, very light maintenance duties, some groundskeeping and snow shoveling, and apartment turnover (post- move out) cleaning duties. This position is full-time, 40 hours per week with a schedule of Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (a 30 minute lunch break is allowed each day). Occasional evening and/or special event work hours may be scheduled. The individual in this position must have a personality suitable for working with seniors. We offer a competitive hourly pay rate, a comprehensive benefits package, and the option to live at any StuartCo apartment community and receive a 10% rent discount. Requirements: reliability, attention to detail, and a self-starting nature are all required characteristics of the person in this position. Basic cleaning and light maintenance skills are necessary, with a background cleaning/janitorial services preferred. Experience working with and/or an appreciation of the senior population is necessary. To apply, please click here and complete our Application Form:

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Ohio

BUILDING CARETAKER needed for a 12 unit building in Columbus. An experienced building caretaker is needed immediately. Must be mature, bonded and hard working. This can be a live-in or live-out position. Some property management experience would be an asset. Compensation depends on experience. Please fax your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tennessee

INNKEEPERS WANTED for a unique boutique hotel in downtown Memphis! Ideal candidates will have knowledge of many subjects, be friendly, hard-working, interested in travel, versatile, open minded, detail oriented, trustworthy and personable. Tasks will include guest reservations (phone and online), checking guests in/out, lifting baggage, concierge services, administrative tasks, inspection of rooms and possible housekeeping, supervision of staff, and other tasks related to the smooth running of the property. Qualifications: reliability and professionalism is an absolute must. Familiarity of Memphis, its culture, events and geography is preferred. A second language is a bonus. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

LIVE-IN CARETAKER AVAILABLE IN CALIFORNIA. Single male, 65, no dependents, Have 30 years’ experience. Available right away, long-term, permanent. Can do house sitting, pet-sitting/horse care, grounds keeping, and light maintenance. Have landscaping, light irrigation, hospitality and home security experience for your house, farm, ranch, large and small properties in California. I prefer California. Retired professional tailor, and experienced handyman. Have much security guard experience, safety minded background, reliable, self-motivated. Able bodied, vegetarian, multi-task experience in basic house-keeping/cleaning, property maintenance, management, emergency preparedness, disaster prevention. Was neighborhood anti-violence organizer with non-profit groups in the 1970’s and 1980’s in the San Francisco Bay Area. Have basic skills in home gardening, cooking, clean up, hauling, accounting, book keeping, self-publishing, secretarial skills, computer, Internet, data intake, management, TV and Radio production, filming, recording, editing, duplication, etc. I do not smoke or drink, or do any drugs or pot. Have a current California driver’s license, registration and current car insurance. My Ford van is available to give you safe rides, deliveries, pick-ups, run errands and day trips in town, or country. I can email my resume with excellent references. Please call soon: Cell [Contact info available to subscribers], San Francisco, California. I need, a quiet, clean private living quarters/apartment or cottage with above caretaker position. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, August 23, 2016

Arizona

THIS A PHENOMENAL OPPORTUNITY FOR A CARETAKER (individual or couple) to live on a semi remote 40 acre (off-the-grid) property in beautiful Arizona near the White Mountains and the Sitgreaves National Forest, close to recreational boating, fishing, skiing and hunting. Seeking an experienced caretaker/working couple to oversee our 40+ acre ranch in Southern Arizona. The property is primarily a lifestyle ranch being developed as a boutique-scale organic and sustainable heirloom farm. The successful candidate/couple with children must possess excellent management skills. Serving as a hands-on general manager, this position reports directly to the owners and has the ability to work well alone and with others to accomplish all work. We are looking for a conscientious, organized and detail-oriented self-starter with a strong work ethic who shares our commitment to the stewardship of the land while appreciating the service needs and the challenges of a rural property. Located 20 minutes from services and town with full services and schools. You will be hired on a trial basis of 90 days. We want you to be a good fit for us and us a good fit for you. Responsibilities include management, landscaping, administration, operations and maintenance, fire mitigation, renovation and construction, to include construction of log structures, security and hospitality. Not limited to the duties listed. Must have valid driver’s license, working knowledge of farming and ranching, ability to operate farm vehicles and equipment, power tools, generators, electrical, mechanical knowledge. Must pass a background check. Must speak fluent English, gardening/landscaping, fencing and bookkeeping/accounting skills desired but not required. Beekeeping and organic gardening skills are a plus. Must have knowledge of solar system installation and maintenance or be willing to educate yourself on this technology. No drugs or alcohol abusers, anger management issues, felonies or violent crimes. You will be able to set up your RV or trailer on one acre of land. 1/2 acre will be designated toward the front of the property for the caretaker to live on. You will be responsible for provision of your gas and water for your personal usage. This is an exchange for caretaking and ranch hand/labor and services. The caretaker will be able to share in produce, fruit and vegetable grown in the organic garden or cultivate a garden on the one acre caretaker home site. Our plan for the future is to build a two bedroom, log home cabin for the caretaker to live in. All materials provided by the owner. All information is kept confidential. We respect your privacy. This is a sustainable, living off-the-grid, and quality lifestyle living. I am seeking an individual or family who wants a long-term caretaking situation where they can enjoy a wonderful life. Potential applicants should submit their most recent resume and work experience along with a summary about themselves or you and your family to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hawaii

HOUSE SITTER NEEDED ASAP in [Contact info available to subscribers] I need a house sitter to take care of my dog Precious, Bugsy the juvenile rooster, water the plants and feed the feral chickens and my cat for seven days (Wednesday, August 24th – August 30th) while I am gone to Mt Shasta for the Secret Space conference. I’m trying to find someone reliable and trustworthy with references, to watch my home and take care of the pets. If possible, you can stay as early as Tuesday (today) to get familiar with the animals and the routine. I work out of the house, so the pets are used to someone being home most of the day – especially just before sunset to walk Precious, feed and cage Bugsy and be home throughout the evening. No yardwork, simply caretake the house and pets. Wi-Fi internet, DVD player, washer/dryer, no cable TV. If interested, please call [Contact info available to subscribers], no text messages. Mahalo nui!

Washington

RV PARK CARETAKER (regular full-time, benefitted position) needed at [Contact info available to subscribers] Starting salary will be $2,584.50/month. The RV Park Caretaker is responsible for the daily operations of the [Contact info available to subscribers] This position is responsible for providing a high level of customer service to the residents of the RV park including enforcement of RV park rules and regulations and for administrative and bookkeeping functions for the RV Park including answering phones, booking reservations, executing rental agreements, and receipting and posting payments accurately. Knowledge of custodial practices and procedures is essential to ensuring a clean and safe facility for our customers. This position requires skills in the areas of electrical, plumbing and irrigation to be able to assess problems, complete minor repairs, and contact vendors for large repairs. The RV Park Caretaker must be able to work with a high degree of autonomy and with the utmost concern for safety and security at all times. Applicants must have a valid Washington State driver’s license, successful completion of a criminal history background check, ability to lift over 75 lbs., willing to work both indoors and outdoors throughout the year, and a CPR/First Aid card is desired. Applicants may pick up and return the application to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

Property caretaker/house sitter available in the Oakland/Rockridge Area. Do you need someone to watch your property when you are away? I have experience as a house sitter and puppy-sitter. I work in the Rockridge area for a high school as a teacher’s assistant. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, August 22, 2016

Alaska

CARETAKER COUPLE OR FAMILY WANTED for a former [Contact info available to subscribers] This is a full-time position from September through April, with a flexible summer schedule. There is an opportunity for additional paid work on site. Salary $1,500/month plus a furnished two bedroom cabin with heat, generator, inverter, direct TV and cell/internet connection. Must have basic mechanical skills and remote living experience. Please contact

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Costa Rica

URGENT NEED for a sitter/renter for my Costa Rica beach house in Zancudo, two bedrooms, one bathroom, and a washing machine. The house faces the Pacific. The town is about 35 miles from Panama. One year lease; Rent $300/month plus utilities. Responsibilities: keep the house clean and care for two dogs. For more information, see my web site at [Contact info available to subscribers] (click on each of the gray dots at bottom of each page). For more information please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] or write to me at

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Hawaii

GREETINGS GENTLE SPIRITS. I am looking for a caretaker for my six acres of pasture land in Paaulio. You can look out over the ocean for beautiful sunrises and sunsets! I have a one bedroom, shared cabin. I am a 54-year-old Chinese widow, who is a spiritual healer and reader. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information. Thank you.

New York

BEAUTIFUL AND HIGHLY RATED seven room Lodge in Keene, NY, in the heart of the High Peaks region of the Adirondack Park, is seeking an individual or couple to manage and operate our luxury property. The job responsibilities cover all of the Lodge functions including handling reservations, greeting guests, concierge services, housekeeping and overseeing other staff members. The applicant(s) must be professional, experienced, detail oriented, able to take complete responsibility and dedicated to creating a wonderful experience for our guests. Benefits are available after three months of employment and a separate apartment adjacent to the property is provided. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] to apply.

Vermont

SEEKING A CARETAKER in Hardwick, the gateway to the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. Looking for a handy, personable individual or couple who can assist me with maintenance and renovation projects while I’m here and handle basic bookkeeping and tenant communication when I’m out of town. We have been renovating our c.1865 mansion and attached barn into commercial and residential living space for the past decade. Experience with aging buildings and creative solutions are a plus! I’ll be working out of town and need someone to manage responsibilities, around 20 hours a week in my absence. No smoking, drugs or alcohol. No cats, I have a friendly dog who would appreciate another well-behaved dog in the house. Housing is provided; Caretaker will have their own bedroom with private bath and shared common spaces, and kitchen. Looking for an initial three-month commitment from October through December, with the hopes it would grow into mutually agreed on one-year position. This area is known for its alternative agriculture practices, skiing, biking, and hunting. This would be ideal for an artist or writer with plenty of life experience who is looking to relocate to Vermont or simply change the pace of their life. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] with cover letter and references. I’m happy to email photos and more info.

Washington

PROPERTY CARETAKERS wanted in Prosser, WA, in the sunny Lower Yakima Valley. I am looking for on-site caretakers for our [Contact info available to subscribers] This is a long-term, year round position. Two bedroom/two bathroom housing included in exchange for a maintenance person/housekeeping/customer service. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] or email [Contact info available to subscribers] for more details.

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

Property caretaker/house sitter available in the Oakland/Rockridge Area. Do you need someone to watch your property when you are away? I have experience as a house sitter and puppy-sitter. I work in the Rockridge area for a high school as a teacher’s assistant. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thursday, August 18, 2016

Australia

PROPERTY MANAGER needed. This is a permanent position. We have an excellent opportunity for a positive self-starter to join our Company and to manage our property in the Channel Country in southwest Queensland. This position involves all aspects of cattle production and managing the day-to-day operations. To apply for this position requires experience in the following: maintenance of stock waters and fencing, maintenance of station plant, cattle mustering, handling and yard work, must be capable bike rider, awareness of OH&S, strong organization and communication skills, high attention to detail, and loader/grader experience and HC truck license would be an advantage. A four bedroom, air-conditioned, well maintained homestead is provided. The primary school is 35km to town. An attractive salary package will be negotiated for the right person. Please apply in writing to [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

SEEKING AN INNKEEPER to operate a new luxury 5-room Bed and Breakfast in Plymouth, California’s beautiful Amador Wine Country. This is a full-time, year round position with an attractive shift (i.e. work three days, off three days, work three days, off three days, etc.). The Innkeeper will stay overnight at the property during their shift and return home for their days off. The ideal applicant will have 3+ years Innkeeper or Hotel Operations experience, professional appearance, excellent customer service and communication skills, enjoys interacting and caring for guests, loves to entertain groups and show off their culinary skills, self-motivated, energetic, tidy, organize and prioritize with little supervision, computer savvy, and eager to be friendly, courteous hosts that manage phone/reservations, check-in/checkout, guest services, record keeping, oversee housekeeping, provide tours, manage supplies/inventory, grocery shopping, and prepare/serve daily hot gourmet breakfast. Compensation will be based on experience. No smoking/pets/children. Vehicle required. No calls or drop-ins please. If you are attracted to living in a vineyard and qualified to turn this business into a raving success, please email your cover letter, resume and references to

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Canada

LOOKING FOR live-in assistant property caretakers for a full-time position on a private island near Whaletown, B.C. Canada. Position requires driver’s license, boat operator’s card, knowledge of clerical functions, electrical and plumbing infrastructure maintenance, good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others in an isolated location. Salary based on experience, furnished 2 bedroom house with utilities is provided. Please submit resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers] or fax to

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Hawaii

WORK TRADE POSITION AVAILABLE for rustic housing in South Kona. I am looking for caretakers for three months maximum to reclaim a coffee farm. There are two structures and some amenities, close to a store and gas station. Labor includes but not limited to clearing land, finishing some construction and just overall improvements to the land. Looking for 20 hours a week in exchange for a place to stay and access to water and power. No drugs! Must have references and pass a background check. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] Aloha!

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LIVE-IN CARETAKER AVAILABLE IN CALIFORNIA. Single male, 65, no dependents, Have 30 years’ experience. Available right away, long-term, permanent. Can do house sitting, pet-sitting/horse care, grounds keeping, and light maintenance. Have landscaping, light irrigation, hospitality and home security experience for your house, farm, ranch, large and small properties in California. I prefer California. Retired professional tailor, and experienced handyman. Have much security guard experience, safety minded background, reliable, self-motivated. Able bodied, vegetarian, multi-task experience in basic house-keeping/cleaning, property maintenance, management, emergency preparedness, disaster prevention. Was neighborhood anti-violence organizer with non-profit groups in the 1970’s and 1980’s in the San Francisco Bay Area. Have basic skills in home gardening, cooking, clean up, hauling, accounting, book keeping, self-publishing, secretarial skills, computer, Internet, data intake, management, TV and Radio production, filming, recording, editing, duplication, etc. I do not smoke or drink, or do any drugs or pot. Have a current California driver’s license, registration and current car insurance. My Ford van is available to give you safe rides, deliveries, pick-ups, run errands and day trips in town, or country. I can email my resume with excellent references. Please call soon: Cell [Contact info available to subscribers], San Francisco, California. I need, a quiet, clean private living quarters/apartment or cottage with above caretaker position. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, August 16, 2016

Australia

PERMANENT LIVE-IN CARETAKER needed in the Western Suburbs of Perth, in Claremont. Our client, [Contact info available to subscribers], is a 70 unit, 18 level strata development. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced site caretaker to assist the Strata Council and Strata Manager in all round building maintenance and management. This is a permanent live-in role that requires a hands on approach to the maintenance of grounds, facilities and the management of contract maintenance trades people. Responsibilities will include coordinating, schedule and perform general caretaking duties, attend to minor maintenance issues, supervise maintenance work performed by sub-contractors engaged by the Strata Company, report failures or faults in alignment with WH&S policies, ensure all areas are clean and well maintained at all times including coordinating waste collections, operate and maintain cleaning machinery, liaison with residents and owners, investigate residents’ concerns, reporting to the Strata Manager and Council, and any other ad-hoc duties requested. The successful applicant will have extensive experience within the facilities/building management space ideally coming from a trade or engineering background with experience in a customer facing environment. Trade skills including electrical, plumbing, mechanical services will be highly regarded. Awareness of current issues and legal requirements affecting the built environment will be very helpful. You will be a self-motivated individual with a proactive approach, and have strong interpersonal and communication skills are a must. On-site accommodation, an attractive salary, and an autonomous role is provided. Local applicants in Western Australia should contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Nevada

CARETAKER/HANDYMAN needed in exchange for housing and salary in Dayton, NV. I am searching for an honest person or couple to assist my mother with maintaining her five acre property and house. In exchange for your own place to live onsite (a nice 5th wheel RV with your own yard), utilities, internet, and a small monthly salary you will provide 20 hours per week of yard and home maintenance work and house cleaning. You can work a full-time job (outside of the house) and work at the house in the evenings and weekends. Basic yard-work (weeding, mowing, working in her vineyard), home repair (plumbing, electrical, painting), fencing repair and installation, tractor work (yard cleaning, weed removal), lawn-care, and house cleaning. We can provide a vehicle and all tools for the work at her place. You must be able to provide references and pass a drug test. You must be able to pass a background check through the Sheriff’s department. Legal bilingual alien residents are encouraged to apply. This is a great opportunity for a student, a retired person or couple, or a person or couple newly immigrated to the USA. No drugs or scammers please. I have a lot of experience dealing with persons that I would not want in my home. You must get past my interview to get the job, but if you do, you will have a very nice place to live with a very nice person as your landlord. Please call

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Vermont

[Contact info available to subscribers] in Vermont seeks Co-managers. Forming a long-term vegetarian community of three to six people with commitment to cultivating presence through meditation and conscious communication, responsible land and business stewardship, and hosting small retreats in wellness/personal growth. Year-round residence in beautiful cabin, food staples, farm produce, utilities, and hi-speed internet. Income sharing and business partnership possibility. Must have experience with Retreat Centers, retreats, and several management areas (and able to learn all): Organic Vegetable Farming, Homesteading, Office and Marketing, Building Maintenance, Housekeeping, Kitchen. Must enjoy solitude, serenity, nature, supportive close community, working outdoors doing physical labor. Please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] to learn more and see photos, then email

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A mature, dependable and honest female seeking a House Sitting or Property Management position in Palm Beach County, Florida. The position could be Seasonal or Permanent. I have eight years of House Sitting and Property Managing experience; including animal care (horses, dogs and cats). If seeking a Property Manager, I will carry out all management duties in exchange for housing and fair salary. Please contact me at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, August 15, 2016

Arizona

CARETAKER WANTED in the Witch Wells area of Apache County. Looking for an individual or married couple, long-term (indefinite), to live on a 40 acre ranch, off-grid, remote, with the owner and one other caretaker, high altitude, with mild climate year round. Must like solitude. The caretaker may have their own RV/camper/tent, etc. Other living accommodations are available (a new lofted storage building is being transformed into a “tiny house”, a fully equipped cab-over-truck camper that needs a little work). Finishing these are two of the projects. Pictures available. There is a large RV port. No drugs or “problem” drinkers. If you smoke it will only be allowed in your abode if you bring one or a designated place for this is high prairie/dessert with high winds at times. Horses are allowed, other animals are negotiable. We are in process of building a barn and have two large animal pens that house chickens and two goats. This is not a paid position. You should be able to support yourself financially. For the privilege of living here rent-free, you will be expected to be willing and able to work various small jobs around the property. Basic skills of carpentry, welding, electrical, gardening, animal care, canning, etc. are desired. There will be an initial trial period. We require references and background checks. We keep a quiet, peaceful atmosphere here. The ideal caretaker will be treated with the utmost respect and care and we require the same in return. We require those who live here to lead quiet, peaceable lives; no “drama”, not argumentative, not loud or violent, positive attitude, kind gentle nature, not critical, accepting of others and respectful. Zero tolerance for abuse of any kind toward anyone. No visitors unless approved. Breaking any rules here will be grounds for eviction as per a signed agreement. There are no time clocks here. You can piddle around, as there are plenty of things to do here. Much leisure time. Be willing to help when needed. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Australia

CAMPGROUND CARETAKER needed at [Contact info available to subscribers], located just one hour away from Cairns, nestled in the beautiful Atherton Tablelands. Genazzano Retreat has a 30 room accommodation section and a 25 site campground. Living on-site rent free in your own caravan makes for a very relaxed environment and meeting lots of interesting people. Job tasks and responsibilities include campground care and maintenance of 25 unpowered sites, amenities and camp kitchen, along with kitchen and housekeeping duties in the accommodation side of the retreat. On-site training provided. Experience in a commercial kitchen would be a helpful skill, and experience with a ride on mower and general maintenance equipment. People skills are important for staff and guests. This is seasonal work (the campground is open from April – December). The caretaker can stay on-site during the off season. To apply, Australian applicants should call [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

FREE RENT available for dog professionals (couple only) in Encino. We are a non-profit small dog rescue in search for a responsible and stable live-in couple, with at least one person who has extensive experience as either a vet-tech, dog trainer, or very experienced dog handler. A groomer may also be considered. Must know how to approach and handle timid, frightened, shy, and sometimes aggressive dogs. This arrangement would be an exchange of a one bedroom unit on a property that also houses the organization’s office headquarters for your time and care for our dogs. Most of our dogs are under 20 pounds and we are not focused on one specific breed. Although you must love dogs, you may not have your own pet as you will be required to care for approximately 10 dogs on the property. There is already a stray cat on the property that relies on us for food and water, and companionship. Responsibilities will include general caretaking of the property, including cleaning, maintenance of yard and office headquarters, daily dog care such as feeding, medicating, and exercising, keeping the property tidy and presentable while ensuring noise level is kept to a minimum, and showing dogs to potential adopters and fosters by appointment when needed. You must be comfortable with other employees and volunteers to be on the property during the daytime hours, and you must be comfortable with dogs in your living quarters when necessary. We are not looking for someone who simply needs free rent. We are looking for someone who is passionate about dogs and rescuing who doesn’t mind being surrounded by dogs all day long. Ideally, one of you would be a Vet Tech, trainer, or similar dog-professional while the other may have a part-time day-job. As long as someone is always on the property each morning and each night to ensure they are always monitored. This means that if you go out at night to dinner and a movie, you must enlist a volunteer for the hours that you are gone if available, as long as you never leave the property unattended when our staff is not there. The property is clean, safe, and basic. It has approximately 700 sq. ft. tile floors, laundry, stove, refrigerator, and plenty of outdoor space, not all of which will be used for the dogs, air-conditioning room and plenty of daylight. Absolutely no smoking, marijuana use, or drug use of any kind. A refundable security deposit of $1000 is required. If you feel that you are the right couple who live and breathe dog rescue and wish to devote your lives to them, please send us your qualifications and why you feel that you are the right caretakers to [Contact info available to subscribers] and please be prepared for a background check.

Washington

CARETAKER WANTED in exchange for rent, to do maintenance/minor repairs and groundskeeping at a nonprofit (registered 501c3) small animal shelter in Northeast Washington. Must be drug free, have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with proof of insurance. A background check and references are essential. Compensation in the form of rent-free use of a partly furnished two bedroom house on-site, with some utilities provided. Must love animals and be dedicated to maintaining the safety of the dogs and cats living at the shelter. The position starts October 1. Please send your resume to the Board of Directors at [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Self-motivated, dependable, honest, and mature single man seeking a seasonal property caretaker position. Ten years of property caretaking experience. Enjoy the solitude of living and working in the mountains. My specialty and preference is caretaking properties for absentee owners. Will provide exemplary security presence, have ability to perform routine building-equipment maintenance, can handle landscape maintenance tasks, and have handyman repair skills. Will carry out all caretaker duties, mutually agreed on, in exchange for housing plus monthly salary or hourly wage. Colorado, Oregon, Washington, Alaska, are a few areas of interest. Available October 2016. Please email Dennis at

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Thursday, August 11, 2016

Australia

ACTIVE CARETAKER required for an Augathella cattle property in western Queensland. Duties will include checking and maintenance of waters, fences, homestead and garden. Located close to town. Wages are negotiable, and an air-conditioned home provided. Australian applicants should call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Canada

FULL-TIME RESIDENT BUILDING CARETAKER needed at [Contact info available to subscribers], a 60-unit, brand new apartment building, in Victoria. Reporting to the Property Manager, the successful applicant will have a strong work ethic, a solid understanding of landlord and tenant relations, superb communication skills, and a comprehensive understanding of building maintenance. As the ideal candidate you make sure things get done properly and on time by using checklists, following procedures and clarifying priorities. You are motivated to work with the management team to help create a respectful and cooperative community within the building. Salary is commensurate with experience. If this describes you, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] for full details and how to apply.

Florida

HELP NEEDED in Central Florida immediately through early November. We have a large pool home on a lake with two indoor outdoor cats. We need a retired couple to care for our household maintenance and cleaning. Good communication skills needed. Will need the ability to send pictures and update us on things. Lawn and garden services are in place. No children or pets please. Seasonal position April through November yearly, ongoing. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

WONDERFUL FULL-TIME OPPORTUNITY FOR COUPLE OR INDIVIDUAL available. Homeowner seeks detail-oriented, experienced, and motivated caretaker/property managers to assist with the coordination, management, and maintenance of a 600 acre estate. The property includes three residences, a saltwater pool and hot tub, and a hobby farm in Mount Tremper, NY. This position can be live-in or live-out with overriding flexibility to work additional hours as needed. Ideal candidates will be highly organized with a proactive mindset in order to effectively run the estate. The caretaker/property managers should have “visionary” skills with creative, unique, and feasible suggestions for planning the landscape. Strong communication skills are a must in order to escalate information to principals and hire, onboard, and manage subordinate domestic staff. This individual will be responsible for seasonal preparation and maintenance of the property and its amenities to ensure it is in guest readiness condition at any given time. A keen eye and appreciation for art is important to preserve the aesthetic of the residence. Managerial skills are essential. Must be capable of managing your own time, have the ability to manage workers and to maintain what exists and manage the contractors and vendors on new projects. Attention to detail a must! Duties include handling and/or overseeing: landscape maintenance, security, repair, maintenance, light carpentry, painting, plumbing, snow removal, road maintenance, light electrical work. Responsible for corresponding and scheduling contractors, overseeing projects, scheduling of and basic maintenance of saline pool, hot tub, vehicles, snow blowers, mowers, and property equipment. Knowledge of sustainable living and green practices. Assistance in pet care for 80+ animals kept on site (grooming, feeding, etc.), and house sitting when the homeowner is away. Veterinary tech skills are a plus. Forestry and vegetation control, wetlands, pasture maintenance, maintain organic vegetable garden and exotic orchid greenhouse, as well as house plants, building and repair of fences as well as other smaller scale projects. Cooking year round potentially for animals and dinner parties, as well as daily house-keeping cleaning, light cooking, if the candidates are a couple. Candidates must have a good attitude and the ability to serve guests. Flexibility is a must. Wonderful home provided separate from the main property with basic utilities included. Couple or individual must be honest, discreet, love nature and animals, working outside, responsible, drug free, strong and healthy. A minimum 15+ years related experience working in a similar role for a private estate or family is required. Flexibility is essential to the job. Small wood working shop and power tools located on site. Ability to drive a full size truck and animal trailer essential. Valid US driver’s license and personal vehicle required, with a clean driving record. Salary and benefits to be discussed with applicants at time of interview. Candidates must be willing to submit themselves to a thorough background check. To apply, please email your resume, references, and a recent photograph to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include “Mount Tremper Position” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes.

Pennsylvania

FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME INNKEEPER WANTED for a northern Lancaster County Bed and Breakfast in Pennsylvania Dutch Country! Job qualifications include management experience, knowledge of reservation booking system and Microsoft programs, strong organizational and time management skills. Must be professional, customer service oriented, have strong organizational and time management skills, be self-motivated and detail oriented. Duties will include onsite management of guests’ experience, guest check-in/out, record keeping, and management of housekeeping staff, food preparation, serving of breakfast, gardening and back-up housekeeping. We are looking for the right fit: dependable, trustworthy, responsible, and outgoing. Please email your resume and letter of interest to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

SEEKING A FULL-TIME EXECUTIVE HOUSEKEEPER with supervisory experience for a private, Seattle-area client. Excellent salary and benefits provided. Also seeking part-time Housekeepers with experience cleaning high-end private homes. Hourly and salaried positions available. Please send your resume and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers]Thank you.

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Self-motivated, dependable, honest, and mature single man seeking a seasonal property caretaker position. Ten years of property caretaking experience. Enjoy the solitude of living and working in the mountains. My specialty and preference is caretaking properties for absentee owners. Will provide exemplary security presence, have ability to perform routine building-equipment maintenance, can handle landscape maintenance tasks, and have handyman repair skills. Will carry out all caretaker duties, mutually agreed on, in exchange for housing plus monthly salary or hourly wage. Colorado, Oregon, Washington, Alaska, are a few areas of interest. Available October 2016. Please email Dennis at

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55-year-old male smoke/drug free, good health, good transportation. Looking for a salaried long-term caretaker position. Willing to relocate. Experience includes 30 plus years manufacturing (18 years supervision) 25 plus years roofing as side work, 16 years caring for a local doctor’s property. I’m looking to break the manufacturing mold as I find the caretaker type of work much more fulfilling. I look forward to hearing from you to discuss what your short-term and long-term needs might be. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

LIVE-IN CARETAKER AVAILABLE IN CALIFORNIA. Single male, 65, no dependents, Have 30 years’ experience. Available right away, long-term, permanent. Can do house sitting, pet-sitting/horse care, grounds keeping, and light maintenance. Have landscaping, light irrigation, hospitality and home security experience for your house, farm, ranch, large and small properties in California. I prefer California. Retired professional tailor, and experienced handyman. Have much security guard experience, safety minded background, reliable, self-motivated. Able bodied, vegetarian, multi-task experience in basic house-keeping/cleaning, property maintenance, management, emergency preparedness, disaster prevention. Was neighborhood anti-violence organizer with non-profit groups in the 1970’s and 1980’s in the San Francisco Bay Area. Have basic skills in home gardening, cooking, clean up, hauling, accounting, book keeping, self-publishing, secretarial skills, computer, Internet, data intake, management, TV and Radio production, filming, recording, editing, duplication, etc. I do not smoke or drink, or do any drugs or pot. Have a current California driver’s license, registration and current car insurance. My Ford van is available to give you safe rides, deliveries, pick-ups, run errands and day trips in town, or country. I can email my resume with excellent references. Please call soon: Cell [Contact info available to subscribers], San Francisco, California. I need, a quiet, clean private living quarters/apartment or cottage with above caretaker position. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, August 9, 2016

Maryland/Virginia

CARETAKER AND HOUSEKEEPER needed to maintain a 30-acre farm in Fort Washington, MD, and a 10,000 square foot house across the Potomac River in Alexandria, VA. Successful candidate will be experienced in maintaining a farm, caring for horses and livestock and home repairs/maintenance. Farm duties include mowing lawns, caring for horses, and general upkeep of property. Estate duties include general home maintenance (electrical, plumbing, handyman work) and minor landscaping. Duties also include cleaning and maintaining automobiles, boats and watercraft. Caretaker will fulfill these duties on the Fort Washington farm and at the Alexandria house. Spouse will be experienced in managing a household for a family. Duties to be primarily housekeeping – cleaning, laundry and oversight of household needs. The housekeeper will fulfill these duties in the Alexandria house. Couple will live on the farm by themselves in Fort Washington in a two-bedroom home on a 30-acre property with a breathtaking view of the Potomac River. The farm is located several miles south of the Woodrow Wilson Bridge and National Harbor. Couple will both have driver’s licenses, be of high moral character, non-smoking, friendly and self-motivated. References required. To apply, email a brief cover letter and resume to

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Massachusetts

GENERAL MANAGER COUPLE needed for [Contact info available to subscribers] – in the heart of downtown Nantucket. Responsibilities: When you are at the Hotel, you will be a primary representative of our boutique brand and hotels. This is a lifestyle career, not a shift position. Tasks will include guest reservations (phone and online), guest engagement and touchpoints, checking guests in/out, concierge services, social media, administrative tasks, inspection of rooms and possible housekeeping, supervision and coordination of staff, breakfast preparation including set-up, maintenance, daily hotel opening, seasonal hotel open and closing tasks and other tasks related to the operation of the property. We will provide training. Qualifications: Reliability and professionalism is an absolute must. The right candidates will be friendly, hard-working, forward-thinking, versatile, self-starters, detail-oriented, trustworthy, able to receive feedback, able to efficiently manage time and able to work as part of a team. Familiarity of Nantucket, its culture, events and geography is preferred. The start date will be on or about October 2016 for training. To apply, please email your current resume, a cover letter describing any related customer service experience and why you are interested in this job specifically and employment references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Zealand

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A NEW FRIENDLY RECEPTIONIST to join our team starting this Monday at [Contact info available to subscribers], a budget traveler’s lodge in the center of Christchurch. The position requires 18 hours per week in exchange for free accommodation in a flat next door of the hostel, sharing with the other staff members and a friendly cat. Your duties include bookings, check-in, check-out, making beds, laundry, cleaning and looking after the hostel security and well-being of guests. Minimum stay of two months required. If you are already in Christchurch and this sounds like you please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

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YOUR ULTIMATE CARETAKERS available in Pahoa, Hawaii. Aloha, Bill and Deanna are looking for a caretaking position somewhere on the Red Road in lower Puna. Deanna is a teacher at a local Charter School and Bill has a handyman business. We own a property in upper Opihikao and two of our grown children live with us. We are looking to relocate closer to the ocean but still be close to our home and work. We have lived, worked, and raised four children in this community for 30 years. We have lived off power on solar and generator the whole time. We both love animals and gardening and Bill is very Handy! Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] if you need caretakers. Thanks.

Monday, August 8, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER NEEDED for a private island resort in the Whitsunday Islands. A private island resort on [Contact info available to subscribers] located north of Bowen, Queensland requires a full-time caretaker and maintenance person. The following are a must for any potential successful candidate: have a boating license and experience in open water boating, ability to read tide charts and have an understanding of the local climate, have your own reliable vehicle (ideally a 4×4 with a tow bar) for fuel and other supply “restocks” for the island when required. Towing of various equipment may be necessary. Need to have the ability to manually labor safely and often unsupervised. We are ideally looking for someone who is a “handy man” all-rounder. As this is a remote area, this position ideally suits a couple. The remuneration package includes a house on the island (all running costs paid) and a mobile phone is offered. Local Queensland applicants should mail your resume to Caretaker Position, [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

FREE RENT AVAILABLE in exchange for helping my father in Windermere, a small town in Orange County, Florida. I am looking for a person or couple to live with my 85-year-old father. My father is a sweet and young spirited man who loves life and is close to the Lord. He lives on the 1st floor of a three bedroom apartment in Windermere. The complex has a clubhouse, pool and gym. My father is able to do most things on his own but cannot drive as he uses a walker to get around. We need someone to cook one to two meals a day, take him to Doctor’s appointments, Publix and church on Sundays. Some light cleaning and laundry is required but we do have a cleaning lady who comes every two weeks. The person(s) who lives there will have the master bedroom and bathroom, living room, dining room and kitchen. The arrangement is rent free in exchange for taking care our father. Spanish is preferable but not required. We please ask for no pets and we are looking for a non-smoker. If you are interested, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Massachusetts

NANTUCKET LIVE-IN COUPLE needed. Seeking a mature live-in couple for large, family vacation home on Nantucket Island, MA, to be responsible for all housekeeping, laundry, ironing, grocery shopping, weekend cooking and meal service, gardening, lawn maintenance, and general home maintenance. This is a permanent position, and includes weekends May through September. We are very busy, so the right candidates must be highly organized, honest, trustworthy, willing to work hard throughout the Summer season (including all weekends). Must be meticulous in cleaning. You will be turning over bedrooms (we have nine bedrooms) for our many houseguests. You’ll be called on to occasionally walk our two small dogs. Additional errands/duties as needed. The right candidate will come to recognize needs and take initiative to address them without instruction. Salary plus a furnished one bedroom apartment, plus vehicle provided. Non-smokers only, no children, no pets. A valid driver’s license is necessary. A background check will be performed. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

[Contact info available to subscribers] is seeking a part-time caretaker for its 225-acre lake property. This position entails mowing, driveway maintenance, painting, cleaning, and general maintenance of the Foster Lake facilities. It also requires interaction with permit holders and staff during the year. This position requires living at the site. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, and be familiar with yard and light building maintenance and its related equipment. Should also possess good communication skills and be at ease dealing with permit holders and the general public. Candidates should expect to work on the property 10 to 15 hours a week depending on the season. To apply, please mail your cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, one of which is a previous supervisor, to [Contact info available to subscribers] A review of candidates will continue until the position is filled. [Contact info available to subscribers] actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee, student or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Protected veterans, minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

Texas

CARETAKER/MAINTENANCE PERSONS needed in Lubbock – couple preferred – to run all aspects of a small “mom and pop” motel when the elderly owners are away. This includes assisting the owners as needed, including caring for pets. On site living quarters provided plus salary dependent on the persons’ abilities. Good organizational skills a plus. Must have verifiable references. A background check is required. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

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TRADE WORK FOR A CAMP TRAILER SPOT in Central Oregon. Gentleman, 61 years young, desperately in need of place to park my small camp trailer home and live. I am on extremely limited income, but happy to trade light work for space – caretaker, security, grounds keeper, gardener, light chores etc. What have you? Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (I have no computer) to discuss what we can work out. Thank you.

Thursday, August 4, 2016

Australia

LOOKING FOR A CARETAKER COUPLE who are self-sufficient in their own van, to do housework and maintain gardens while my wife recuperates after a stroke and I run my part-time business. In return, you can park your van up on four acres with free power and Internet at Agnes Water in Central Queensland. References required. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

RANCH CARETAKER needed for a long-term position. Seeking responsible persons with cow/calf ranch background and experience to provide year-round care of 85-100 cow/calf ranch in the Northern Colorado Foothills. Duties include: irrigation of meadows, landscaping care and maintenance of fences, buildings, vehicles and equipment. Year-round housing and salary allows employees to have flexible hours for other interests or to enjoy semi-retirement. Only experienced qualified people will be considered. Credit references and your driver’s license records are required. All replies are confidential. Please fax your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Massachusetts

[Contact info available to subscribers], a seven room Bed and Breakfast in Provincetown, MA, is looking for a live-in Innkeeper for the shoulder- and off-season (November – April). Hospitality experience welcome. Strong personal and social skills are important. The job includes making all guests feel comfortable and welcome, front desk duties, managing the reservation system, supervising online booking platforms, concierge services, breakfast service (continental breakfast), shopping, supervising house staff, and help with cleaning, laundry and maintenance. This is a position ideally for a single person who wishes to experience Provincetown in the winter and still be able to make some money. This is a great opportunity to set foot here or to come back to Provincetown. Please email your resume, references and motivation letter to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Minnesota

PART-TIME CARETAKER needed in White Bear Lake, MN. We are currently looking for a part-time caretaker at [Contact info available to subscribers] in White Bear Lake. Applicants must be available to work Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to noon. Caretakers are required to create and continually maintain a pristine and well-kept environment for our residents. Specific duties for the caretaker include keeping all assigned interior and exterior areas clean and free of debris by sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, and washing. The caretaker must clean all apartment turnovers in the agreed upon time frame as set up by the Property Manager. Typically, apartment turnovers occur between the last day of the month and the first day of the month. Apartment turnovers occur within a 24-hour period. Experience in caretaking or housekeeping is desired but not required. Compensation will be $10/hour. To apply, please fax your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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LIVE-IN CARETAKER AVAILABLE in California; prefer Northern California or the Central Coast. Single male, 65, with much house sitting, pet-sitting/care, grounds keeping, light maintenance, gardening, cooking, and property/security guard experience. Available long-term or permanent. I do no smoking, alcohol, drugs or pot. I keep no pets. I have a current California driver’s license, registration and car insurance. My pickup truck is available to give you safe rides and deliveries. Can email you my resume with good references. I need clean, quiet living quarters with the above job. Please call soon: Cell [Contact info available to subscribers], San Francisco, California or email

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Tuesday, August 2, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER COUPLE needed in Moree, New South Wales, starting ASAP. The couple must love a rural lifestyle and have experience in general repairs and maintenance. Also must be mechanically minded. We are looking for a fit, mechanically minded caretaker couple who are capable of servicing pumps, checking water and maintaining and repairing fences. Must have sober habits and be trustworthy. The job will be 20 hours a week and more in busy times. We provide accommodation, $250/week, plus electricity is also supplied. Please note this is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders. To apply, Australian couples should call [Contact info available to subscribers] and reference number:

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California

RESIDENT CARETAKER COUPLE needed for the [Contact info available to subscribers] owns and operates the majestic 194-acre [Contact info available to subscribers] in southern Petaluma, CA, where over 5,000 guests each year engage in transformational programs and practices that foster self-reflection and personal growth. With a large permaculture garden, gorgeous walking paths, abundant wildlife, six meeting rooms, 64 lodging rooms, and meals available for up to 100 people, we are an ideal venue for workshop leaders, organizations, and groups from around the world to host events and multi-day workshops. We are seeking a couple as full-time, resident caretakers who can commit to a minimum of a one-year stay. The position requires caretakers who are competent and capable with good communication skills, customer service focused, strongly self-motivated and self-disciplined, and who enjoy being creative, physically active, and being outside in nature. Our caretakers would act as stewards of the land but also hosts of our events, working closely with our group leaders and participants. You would be a member of the [Contact info available to subscribers] team and would need to have a similar mindset to the existing staff and retreat goers. Caretakers must be self-reliant, hardworking, and agree to live in a residential facility prepared for them. Living quarters include a modular building which has a huge master bedroom, bath with shower, living/sitting area, and full kitchen. A golf cart is available for traversing the campus, and we can accommodate up to two personal vehicles on site at all times. Laundry is available on site. A phone is provided for the caretakers during their working hours. Caretakers cannot leave the property while on-duty. The main daily/nightly duties include, but are not limited to: serve as the main on-site contacts for groups, perform general handyperson maintenance and report larger issues, conduct site orientations, assist guests into rooms, open and close main gate, and vigilance for safety, especially during the fire season. Since [Contact info available to subscribers] is private property, this also means escorting uninvited guests off the land. Must be able to lift at least 30lbs. Walking, bending, lifting required. The work environment consists of beautiful vistas in a rural environment. While a golf cart is available, may need to walk distances of .25 mile at a time – this is the distance of one side of the campus to the other. If you are interested in learning more, first visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] for information on our organization, staff, scientists and educators. Familiarize yourself with the area, and consider the cost of living (outside of room and board) in Northern California, in one of the most affluent counties in California (Marin, Sonoma). Synergy and an interest in those who want to expand their horizons and explore leading edge consciousness research will feel most welcome here. To apply, please submit a resume and a detailed cover letter that describes your interest in working at [Contact info available to subscribers] and your relevant experience. Please email your resume and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers] No phone calls, please. Please put “[Contact info available to subscribers] Caretakers” in the subject line of your email.

Maryland

WE ARE SEEKING A FULL-TIME WEDDING/EVENT PLANNER/INN MANAGER for a historic 15 room Inn with 240 seat banquet room. The Inn is located on the eastern shore of Maryland. Duties include: Event Sales – The majority of events are weddings. Sales tours are conducted daily and support staff is in place. Communicate with potential and booked couples pertaining to menu and wedding details. Day of event coordinator which includes coordinating with vendors. Prepare BEO for kitchen staff. Manage and schedule banquet staff. Inn keeping duties include: Guest check in and check out, guest relations and breakfast service. Communicate with housekeeping and grounds/maintenance staff. Support staff in place to assist with innkeeping responsibilities. The owners are part of the innkeeping and event team. Applicants should have excellent management, communication and computer skills. Experience with hospitality (food service and hotel/inn), wedding receptions, sales and customer service skills necessary. Must be organized and able to multi-task with a strong work ethic. Excellent salary and benefits offered with the possibility of housing. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mexico

HELP URGENTLY NEEDED from a mature, responsible and committed couple to reside in our Mexican home ASAP through early January to provide a presence for security as well as to complete normal, routine house chores and maintenance. Our home is located one kilometer from [Contact info available to subscribers] and between the Mexican villages of Barra de Petosi and Los Achotes, a 25 minute drive to Zihautanejo, and 12 minutes from the international airport (IXZ/ZIH). Our off-grid 1,750 sq. ft. home, nestled in low, rolling hills of a mixed fruit ranch, is a birders paradise. Two generous bedrooms, two full baths with outdoors showers, full kitchen, and a great room surround a tiled courtyard facing the cool ocean breezes. Built with traditional Mexican methods but with fine details and modern conveniences. Powered by solar energy, supplied by well water, equipped with gas refrigerator, stove and hot water heater, connected by our own Wi-Fi tower for fast, reliable internet and cellular phones. Our old Honda CRV is available for local driving. A caretaker/gardener, paid for by owner lived part-time, out of sight on the ranch. Interested? More details? Available now OR for a four month (or longer) period from April 2017 to January 2018? Please contact

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Wyoming

[Contact info available to subscribers] is hiring a live-in animal caretaker in Hartville, WY. Do you have a passion for animals and rescue work? Do you want to be a part of the team at a very unique sanctuary, focusing on socializing and finding adoptive homes for a variety of animals including dogs, cats, horses, pigs, cows, and sheep? If so, we may have just the right opportunity for you! Kindness Ranch is seeking a passionate, motivated, and qualified candidate to join our animal care team as a live-in animal caretaker. This person will live in an assigned furnished employee/animal housing unit directly on our property with up to ten (10) sanctuary dogs at any given time. The ideal candidate will be a happy, hard-working, passionate animal lover with the experience and skills to both complement and enhance our current team. Kindness Ranch has done great work in the past and we want to do even better in the future — but we can only do so with the right people on board! The live-in animal caretaker duties include, but are not limited to: * Ensuring that our dogs’ and cats’ daily needs are met with the highest possible standards for care. Includes preparing food and water, cleaning habitats, distributing medications, socialization, exercise, and daily monitoring for health and behavior concerns. * Socializing and creating an engaging and stimulating environment for all of the dogs and cats; * Assisting in the efforts of the rehab and training program by applying our positive, reward-based training protocols; * Assisting in promoting and facilitating adoptions of dogs and cats by engaging with visitors and potential adopters and assisting with phone calls, application processing, and paperwork as needed; * Supervising volunteers and day visitors in daily ranch activities; * Thorough cleaning of rental cabins after guests’ departure as defined in cleaning protocols; * Occasional cleaning chores in the barn area and/or assisting with the care of the horses, pigs, sheep, and cows; * Other duties as assigned. Applicants required knowledge, skills, and abilities include: * Completion of a high school diploma at a minimum; * Possession of a valid driver’s license and clean driving record; * Prior professional canine care experience at a shelter or sanctuary, day care or boarding facility, vet clinic, or other similar animal care organization or business; * Basic computer and internet skills, including use of email and word processing and database software; * Strong communication and customer service skills; * Willingness and capability to live in a remote location with minimal services. Applicants basic physical requirements require: * Ability to stand and/or walk for significant periods of time. * Ability to work indoors, in small spaces, or outdoors, and in all weather conditions. * Ability to work with and handle dogs and cats of various sizes and temperaments. * Ability to bend and squat, and to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. * Ability to work energetically and throughout the day with people and animals. The live-in animal caretaker is an exempt position with a beginning annual salary around $20,000. Benefits include semi-private on-site housing, including basic utilities (electric, water, propane), and two weeks of paid time off per year (accumulated by the pay period). Interested in applying? We can’t wait to hear from you! To read the full job description and learn how to apply, visit the complete job application at

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LIVE-IN CARETAKER AVAILABLE IN CALIFORNIA. Single male, 65, no dependents, Have 30 years’ experience. Available right away, long-term, permanent. Can do house sitting, pet-sitting/horse care, grounds keeping, and light maintenance. Have landscaping, light irrigation, hospitality and home security experience for your house, farm, ranch, large and small properties in California. I prefer California. Retired professional tailor, and experienced handyman. Have much security guard experience, safety minded background, reliable, self-motivated. Able bodied, vegetarian, multi-task experience in basic house-keeping/cleaning, property maintenance, management, emergency preparedness, disaster prevention. Was neighborhood anti-violence organizer with non-profit groups in the 1970’s and 1980’s in the San Francisco Bay Area. Have basic skills in home gardening, cooking, clean up, hauling, accounting, book keeping, self-publishing, secretarial skills, computer, Internet, data intake, management, TV and Radio production, filming, recording, editing, duplication, etc. I do not smoke or drink, or do any drugs or pot. Have a current California driver’s license, registration and current car insurance. My Ford van is available to give you safe rides, deliveries, pick-ups, run errands and day trips in town, or country. I can email my resume with excellent references. Please call soon: Cell [Contact info available to subscribers], San Francisco, California. I need, a quiet, clean private living quarters/apartment or cottage with above caretaker position. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, August 1, 2016

California

[Contact info available to subscribers] seeks farm/property caretakers. Shape the future at [Contact info available to subscribers]! Seeking farm/property caretakers either on a temporary (three to six months) or a permanent basis. The 113 acre ranch is located in Round Mountain, California, 45 miles east of Redding, with Mount Shasta to the north and Mount Lassen to the south. The property includes ponds and a creek, a vineyard, an orchard and a vegetable garden with raised beds. The ranch owner prefers caretakers who understand organic/sustainable growing methods and are mechanically inclined as well as independent, creative problem solvers. He welcomes new ideas for developing the ranch. The main tasks will include: 1. Vineyard/orchard/gardens: Planting, pruning, fertilizing, irrigation, pest/disease control, harvesting, processing (canning, cider, wine, etc.). Mowing (tractor/riding mower/brush cutter). Fence building/repair. 2. Roads and drainage: Gravel road maintenance, dirt road and drainage improvement. 3. Infrastructure: Two ranch-style trailer houses with fully equipped kitchens, bathrooms and 12 bedrooms. One house has a washer/dryer. House maintenance (plumbing, roof, heating, etc.) is minimal, but important. The owner stays in one house when he is on site. There are plans to build a caretakers’ house, including a root cellar and processing facility. There is a large shop that houses equipment (welding, metalworking and more). Keep the shop clean and organized and maintain the tractor and implements, an electric ATV and a diesel pick-up as well as all equipment used. There’s also a wood shed and a garden shed. 4. Water sources and irrigation: Maintain the creek and spring systems used for irrigation and household purposes. 5. Administration: Ranch bookkeeping and documentation. Find/supervise external contractors as necessary. Purchasing, logistics, coordinating/receiving deliveries, good and timely communication with the owner. Living quarters (including Internet and utilities) provided. Salary is negotiable. For more information and photos, please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

CAT LOVER/CARETAKER needed in exchange for living quarters at an established Cat Rescue in a rural area of Williston, FL. This is a volunteer position. The living quarters are provided on-site in lieu of a salary. This would be an ideal position for an energetic retired/semi-retired person or couple. Must keep housing and feeding areas clean; provide companionship for the cats; spend time with them to know their habits and behavior; and monitor their health. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more details or to set up an appointment to discuss details. Thanks.

New Mexico

LIVE-IN RANCH HANDYMAN AND CARETAKER needed in Edgewood, NM. Searching for an experienced live-in caretaker for a horse rescue operation. This position reports to the Executive Director, five days a week. Five years’ experience as a handyman required. Must pass a background check, have a valid driver’s license with no DWI/DUI history and have basic computer skills, and a professional mindset. Will be responsible for the daily feeding of a herd of up to 70 horses. Ranch maintenance, working knowledge of horses and horse health required. This is not a ranch manager position. You will need mechanical and operational skills with equipment, vehicles and gate/fencing hardware. Must be able to load and trailer horses as needed using ranch vehicles. Basic knowledge of water systems, wells and plumbing. Proven ability to self-motivate and self-direct. Must be physically able to lift 60 lbs. or more. Housing provided. No walk-ins please. Please send a letter of inquiry, references and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

LIVE-IN CARETAKER ASSISTANT needed at the [Contact info available to subscribers] in Forestburgh, NY. We are looking for a caretaker assistant for the tree farm and our property management business. The main responsibilities will include maintaining buildings and grounds, monitoring property, taking care of chickens, cats and English Springer Spaniels as well as cleaning up the grounds and house every week. While maintenance activities are required all year, this position allows for a considerable amount of free time, including having a part-time job elsewhere if needed or desired. In addition to the monthly stipend, the compensation includes room and board in our home. Relevant experience in caretaking, home repair, maintenance, and housecleaning are required for this position but will train everyone. This is a good opportunity. You should have good interpersonal skills be a friendly self-starter, flexible, versatile, communal and open minded to new experiences. An entrepreneurial spirit is helpful to start new businesses. College graduates and beginners welcome. Please send resume or note about yourself to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Couple seeking short or long-term caretaker position in NORTHWEST WYOMING. He has 20+ years’ experience in all aspects of ranching, building log homes, and general maintenance and construction. She is a Registered Nurse in the local area. Both have excellent people skills and strong work ethic, are experienced home-owners, and have outstanding references. Non-smoking, no pets or children. Willing to maintain property, care for animals/stock, keep your home safe and secure. Please contact us at

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LIVE-IN CARETAKER AVAILABLE IN CALIFORNIA. Single male, 65, no dependents, Have 30 years’ experience. Available right away, long-term, permanent. Can do house sitting, pet-sitting/horse care, grounds keeping, and light maintenance. Have landscaping, light irrigation, hospitality and home security experience for your house, farm, ranch, large and small properties in California. I prefer California. Retired professional tailor, and experienced handyman. Have much security guard experience, safety minded background, reliable, self-motivated. Able bodied, vegetarian, multi-task experience in basic house-keeping/cleaning, property maintenance, management, emergency preparedness, disaster prevention. Was neighborhood anti-violence organizer with non-profit groups in the 1970’s and 1980’s in the San Francisco Bay Area. Have basic skills in home gardening, cooking, clean up, hauling, accounting, book keeping, self-publishing, secretarial skills, computer, Internet, data intake, management, TV and Radio production, filming, recording, editing, duplication, etc. I do not smoke or drink, or do any drugs or pot. Have a current California driver’s license, registration and current car insurance. My Ford van is available to give you safe rides, deliveries, pick-ups, run errands and day trips in town, or country. I can email my resume with excellent references. Please call soon: Cell [Contact info available to subscribers], San Francisco, California. I need, a quiet, clean private living quarters/apartment or cottage with above caretaker position. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Friday, July 29, 2016

New Hampshire

FULL-TIME FOREST PROPERTY CARETAKER needed in the Lyme, NH area. [Contact info available to subscribers] needs a person to help with operating a 23,000 acre forestry and conservation property. Experience with the following would be helpful: repairing and operating heavy equipment, road, trail, and building maintenance, building construction and repair, repair and maintenance of ATVs, snowmobiles, cars, small engines, and forestry. Must have a New Hampshire driver’s license. Must want to work outside during all four seasons, be a proven independent starter, dependable, with a good work ethic. Compensation will be in the $40,000 per year range. Please email your resume or background information to

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New York

FULL-TIME INNKEEPER/MANAGER needed for a 9-room B&B in Fishkill, NY. The [Contact info available to subscribers] is a 10,000 sq. ft. mansion built in 1718 with nine guest rooms, 11 bathrooms, on site pool, greenhouse, barns, and 4.5 acres of land. Love history? The house has ties to the Revolutionary War. Located one hour north of New York City in the Historic Hudson Valley. Seeking an experienced couple or solo person capable of operating and growing this amazing property. Responsibilities include all aspects of running a B&B preparing breakfast, concierge services, overseeing housekeeping, answering phone and emails, taking reservations, checking guests in and out, creating memorable guest experience, marketing and social media, minor office duties. Must be hardworking, flexible, reliable, energetic, personable, and computer literate. Non-smokers preferred. Compensation based on experience, will include an on-site managers apartment, meals and transportation. If interested, please email your resume or letter of interest to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

CARETAKER NEEDED from mid-November 2016 to the end of February 2017. Urban home in town, located an hour from San Antonio, Texas. One dog, one cat and some yard work. No smoking, no drugs, no pets. Personal vehicle a plus but not necessary. Stipend paid along with all utilities and Internet. Must have direct experience. If interested, please send your phone number and three references with their contact information to

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TRADE WORK FOR A CAMP TRAILER SPOT in Central Oregon. Gentleman, 61 years young, desperately in need of place to park my small camp trailer home and live. I am on extremely limited income, but happy to trade light work for space – caretaker, security, grounds keeper, gardener, light chores etc. What have you? Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (I have no computer) to discuss what we can work out. Thank you.

Thursday, July 28, 2016

Australia

PENSIONER/CARETAKER COUPLE needed for eight weeks in the small town of Rubyvale, Queensland, approximately 61 kilometers west of Emerald. Rubyvale is located in a region called the Gemfields, where sapphires are mined extensively. Your own caravan is required. Power and meals will be provided. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Massachusetts

SEEKING A VOLUNTEER COUPLE to caretake [Contact info available to subscribers] for summer 2017. Duties include property maintenance and mowing, greeting visitors and managing a small store. Basic boating skills necessary; handyman skills useful. Lodging in Keeper House and workboat provided. The property is located in Salem Sound, MA. You can learn more at our website: [Contact info available to subscribers] Interested parties should email [Contact info available to subscribers] stating qualifications and experience. Visiting the island is possible this season before 9/15/16.

Texas

CARETAKER NEEDED for an East Texas Property. A mature person or couple, non-smokers, are needed to manage and maintain a house, apartments, and a commercial building for an absentee owner. Some experience is required in trade skills and lawn care. Compensation is a rent-free furnished apartment and commissions from leasing the property. This is part-time work for a long-term commitment. Please submit an informal resume including your contact information and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] Please note that all references will be checked.

Washington

[Contact info available to subscribers], located on beautiful San Juan Island, is seeking a guest relations coordinator to assist the entire team in providing superior guest services. This year-round position is meant for a hospitality professional who is interested in learning the ins and outs of a boutique property. The selected individual needs to be high energy, hard-working and passionate about helping create positive memorable experiences for each and every guest. Every operational component will be included in the list of responsibilities; preparing and executing breakfast, assisting with special events and catering, guest reservations and check-ins, Facebook postings and blogging. Entry level salary and housing is included. Please send your cover letter and resume/CV to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wyoming

RANCH MINDED COUPLE needed for long-term hire on a 30,000 acre private residence in the Laramie Range of Southeast Wyoming. The main residence is 5,000 sq. ft. and a 5,000 sq. ft. additional wing connected by an enclosed bridge. Will be responsible for overseeing all systems within the home with preventative maintenance always in mind. Mechanically minded to troubleshoot and work with outside contractors/vendors to care for systems in the home. There are several outbuildings and structures that will also need to be maintained and continually upgraded. Comfortable running equipment and be fit and willing to help in any way during the wild fire season. Full, detail oriented cleaning is required. Should be able to implement the zone cleaning system to ensure all areas of the home are detail cleaned on a regular basis and is ready for occupancy at all times. Limited off season cooking will be needed when a summer chef is not on site. When this occurs, grocery shopping will be required. Must also provide groundskeeping on this rustic yet elegant property. There are two streams that enter into a pond, various walking paths and patios that need to be maintained. Must maintain water features, plant annuals and maintain perennials with an aesthetic and detailed eye. The couple team must be comfortable living in the mountains year-round and be comfortable in an isolated environment. Must embrace this lifestyle and take pride in their work. The couple needs to be able to work alone, but also be comfortable taking direction from the ranch managers and working with a team. This is not a management position. Housing, utilities, salary based on experience, and vehicle, and insurance plan/401k provided. Must pass a background/credit check. Pets are OK. Non-smokers. Please send resumes and work history to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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A MATURE PROFESSIONAL COUPLE is seeking a house sitting or property caretaking position in the San Francisco Bay Area. San Francisco, Marin, South Bay as well as the Monterey Peninsula areas. We will consider all types of housing. We have pet care, gardening and technical skills experience. Excellent references available. Please email us at [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information. Thank you.

Wednesday, July 27, 2016

California

CARETAKER WANTED for my horse farm in Buellton, in Santa Barbara County. Need a caretaker/companion/elder-care person. This will be part-time work for a house exchange, with some pay possible. Prefer a female caretaker. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] between 8am to 6pm only. No texting please. Excellent future opportunities possible.

Florida

CARETAKER COUPLE needed in Cocoa, a city in Brevard County, Florida. We are searching for a married couple to live in our large home and assist an elderly couple. The caretaker couple will need to maintain the home and property. No rent, no taxes, no insurance, no electric bills, but you will be responsible for your own cell phone bill. No pets (we have enough), and no children to live on the property. This position is available now. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

Minnesota

CARETAKER NEEDED. [Contact info available to subscribers]t is looking for a caretaker to clean and maintain the common areas, property/grounds to create a pleasant atmosphere for residents at [Contact info available to subscribers] in Bloomington. This includes vacuuming, window washing, mopping, picking up trash on the property, sweeping around dumpsters, changing light bulbs, cleaning vacant apartments, etc. Other duties may include delivering notices, inspecting apartments, shoveling/salting sidewalks in the winter time. Customer service and strong communications skills are required. The caretaker must live at the property which means you have to qualify as a resident and to live at this particular property. Please review property, rent range, amenities, etc. to make sure it is a place you would want to live as well as qualify to live at. Must have previous cleaning experience. Caretaking experience is preferred. Must be available the first and last day of the month to clean turns. Must be available for rotated on-call responsibilities (which usually includes evenings and weekends). The schedule will be 85.5 hours/month, with on-call rotation. Compensation will be an $810 monthly rent credit. If interested in this opportunity, please apply at

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New Zealand

FARM WORKERS WANTED. My farm is located between Napier and Taupo – the jobs we do are fun and I am happy to teach you new skills – it could be moving cattle, planting veges, building fences, collecting the chickens’ eggs, tending to a mother and her calf – or feeding the pigs! Sharing cooking is essential too, as there is only myself and after working we take turns in preparing home cooked meals made mostly from food off the land! There may be house work as well if we are not busy outdoors, so be prepared to clean a shower, sort out the refrigerator or vacuum from time to time etc. When we don’t work – we have a lot of fun things to do including shooting and hunting, river rafting and hiking! Please check out my website at [Contact info available to subscribers] to learn more. Once people are here, they don’t want to leave! Good English would be extremely helpful along with self-direction and initiative! Important projects at the moment are fencing, some building demolition and construction of a cabin. The best way to make contact is to call me at [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks.

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ALOHA!! We are a mature European couple currently living in Hawaii, taking care of property. We are seeking to find a live-in position after summer as house sitters around USA. Both of us have a big knowledge and experience how to serve people, animals and Mother Earth in a healthy, loving way. With Love and Light, Tina and Edward. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, July 26, 2016

Australia

MOTEL MANAGER/CARETAKER needed at the [Contact info available to subscribers] – is an established 14 room Motel in the busy regional center of Mackay, Coastal Queensland. We offer a range of refurbished room types and configurations to cater for travelers, families, contractors, and corporate guests. Centrally located, offering Wi-Fi, Foxtel, pool, BBQ and covered parking – [Contact info available to subscribers] is perfect for a long or short stay in Mackay. We are currently seeking a friendly, energetic manager/caretaker to grow this vibrant business. This is a permanent, part-time, salaried position with a three month probation period. The successful applicant would be required to live onsite five days/week in the two bedroom air conditioned residence and be on call as we provide a 24 hour check-in service for guests. Weekend and public holiday work will be required with two week-days off per week (Tuesday and Wednesday negotiable) and four weeks paid annual leave. The position is ideally suited to a driven, local individual with extensive experience in customer service, housekeeping and general maintenance, seeking to develop their management skills in a challenging environment. Total Remuneration benefits include $49,383.77 salary along with free rent, free electricity, phone, gas, Foxtel and Wi-Fi. If this sounds like the lifestyle career you’ve been looking for, local applicants should call [Contact info available to subscribers] The start date is negotiable, but preferably Tuesday 9th, August, 2016.

California

A SMALL PRIVATE FAMILY RANCH needs a ranch hand/land caretaker to manage all aspects of the property on a daily basis. Our ranch is a simple operation with 15 to 20 cows, a few horses, older barns, and a dog. We are located in Morgan Hill, CA. We are looking for someone with the following skills: * Animals — Daily feeding and care of animals as well as cleaning. * Landscaping — Maintenance and new installation. Tree trimming, irrigation, mowing and general upkeep of the property. New installation of grass, irrigation system and vegetation * Fencing — New construction of barb wire as well as a residential no climb fence. Maintenance of barb wire fencing. * Water Management — Maintenance of water for animals as well as property, including troughs, water lines, irrigation, etc. * Handyman — plumbing, electrical, concrete and carpentry repair work as well as building shade structures. * Operate Machinery — Such as tractors and landscape machinery, tools, and riding mower. * Individual Requirements — Highly motivated, honest, dependable, hardworking, non-smoker, and able to work with little to no supervision. English is required. Must be able to following instructions and communicate effectively with ranch owners. Flexibility is a must. Rarely but sometimes, there are urgent situations like a calf being born, or an illness, or a broken water pipe. Please note this is not a horse operation. Taking care of the animals is important but it is only a small portion of the day. The rest of the day is oriented more towards a manual labor projects. The position includes $1,300 a month gross salary plus a private residence and free utilities. The position is suitable for an individual or a couple. A background check will be run. If you are interested, I look forward to speaking with you to determine if this is a fit! Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

North Carolina

ASSISTANT INNKEEPER needed. Live and work in the vibrant city of Asheville, NC! The [Contact info available to subscribers], an 11 room Bed & Breakfast is looking for a live-in Assistant Innkeeper. 30 – 40 hours weekly schedule, in coordination with other staff. Competitive wages paid. Duties include guest reservations, concierge services, breakfast service and clean-up, assisting in housekeeping and laundry on occasion as needed and most important – responsible overnight coverage of the property. Innkeeper’s apartment-part of compensation-has a private entrance, with use of the Inn’s kitchen. Non-smoker, and no pets, as the Inn has a resident cat. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Costa Rica – Couple with newborn and two dogs looking to caretake/rent in the Pavones, Costa Rica area. We will arrive in Pavones on November 1, 2016 and plan to stay indefinitely. We have a 4wd, jobs already, and sufficient resources. Normally owners, we are very handy and improve any property we reside in. Wife – Licensed Social Worker. Husband – 100 ton masters, Yacht Broker, Partner/Rica Solar. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, July 25, 2016

Australia

AMAZING VILLA AND 6 STAR GLAMPING accommodating 32 guests situated on the beautiful Sub Tropical East Coast of Australia enjoying panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean is seeking a full-time couple to joint venture or manage. Many guests are some of the world’s leading entertainers or Hollywood actors. Duties include but are not limited to: strong customer relations skills with the desire to go above and beyond ensuring guests are happy and comfortable, cooking and serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, managing housekeeping and gardening. This would be best for one person of the couple to have excellent cooking skills. Spacious one bedroom managers and newly furnished accommodations provided. No smoking, no kids. A small pet will be considered. Salary to be determined based upon ability and experience. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

HELP WANTED – RANCH MANAGER: Seeking an experienced ranch manager/working couple to oversee a 2,000+ acre ranch in Central California. The property is primarily a lifestyle ranch being developed as a boutique-scale organic and sustainable heirloom farm and heritage livestock operation. The successful candidate must possess excellent management skills. Serving as a hands-on general manager, the ranch manager reports directly to the owners and has the ability to work well alone and with others to accomplish all work. We are looking for a conscientious, organized and detail-oriented self-starter with a strong work ethic who shares our commitment to the stewardship of the land while appreciating the service needs and the challenges of a rural property. Responsibilities include management, administration, operations and maintenance, renovation and construction, and hospitality. Must have a valid driver’s license, working knowledge of farming and ranching, ability to operate farm vehicles and equipment, and to pass a background check. Spanish language, gardening/landscaping, and bookkeeping/accounting skills are a plus. Staff housing provided; salary based on experience. To receive a detailed list of responsibilities, potential applicants should submit their most recent resume and work experience to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hawaii

FREE RENT OFFERED in exchange for work/caretaking in Haaula. Looking for an on-site caretaker to manage a small farm on Windward Oahu. Preferably a handy man/person with construction skills to help complete an off grid build which is nearly 50% finished. Expectations/requirements negotiable depending on level of experience. Accommodations are completely off grid and applicants should have experience in completely off grid living. Please, serious inquires only. Hawaiian residences preferred. To apply, please email your resume, references and a recent photo to

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New York

[Contact info available to subscribers] of Tannersville, New York has an immediate opening for a live-in Innkeeper (or couple). [Contact info available to subscribers] is a 23 room motel located in the Catskills. The property includes a 21 room motel, a main house and a cottage (one to two bedroom apartment and two studio apartments) and five acres of land. This is a year-round position with paid vacation time allotted during off peak and bonus. Non-smokers preferred. Families welcome, as Tannersville has a fantastic school system. Live-in quarters will be on-site, a two bedroom apartment which include all utilities (water, electric gas and cable), lodging and internet. Contract being awarded for a one year commitment. Previous lodging experience is required and compensation will be offered as appropriate. Self-motivated, task oriented couple (family) preferred. If you are interested in becoming a part of our team please submit your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] I’m excited to meet you!!!

Pennsylvania

CARETAKER NEEDED, in my home located 12 miles outside of Uniontown. We live in Isabella, in Luzerne Township in Fayette County. I have a 54-year-old fiancé who is not in the best of health. I work for the Fire Department and do wildfire containment, so I’m all over the United States and I don’t know when I have to go. I’m looking for a female caretaker to stay with her when I have to go. We have a six bedroom house, a Pitbull dog who is very friendly, and a cat. I never know exactly how long I am going to be gone for. She is very capable of taking care of herself, but I would just like to have a companion with her and not leave her alone. If interested, please call

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Virginia

FOUR ROOM WILLIAMSBURG, VA B&B seeks a full-time, single, live in (non-smoker) Assistant Innkeeper. Must have good housekeeping, cooking, conversational and social skills. Our goal and reputation is a fabulous guest experience. Being able to multi task and keep a professional demeanor is a must. The right person should be well organized, have a sense of humor, enthusiastic personality and be self-motivated to fostering success. Candidate should be healthy and physically fit. Being able to do housekeeping if staff is out, some lifting and carrying is required. We can train the right person. Must have your own vehicle. Salary determined by qualifications and experience of the individual ranging from $13,000 to $15,000 a year, which includes living accommodations, utilities, including cell phone and paid vacation. Please send your resume and a brief note as to why you think you would be a good candidate for an interview to

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CARETAKING POSITION WANTED in Western Connecticut-Massachusetts Berkshires-Eastern New York State. Mature male artist wants to trade his part-time building/grounds maintenance/caretaking skills for your separate room/studio/loft. Peaceful situation necessary. References available. Please email

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55-year-old male smoke/drug free, good health, good transportation. Looking for a salaried long-term caretaker position. Willing to relocate. Experience includes 30 plus years manufacturing (18 years supervision) 25 plus years roofing as side work, 16 years caring for a local doctor’s property and other side projects. I’m looking to break the manufacturing mold as I find the caretaker type of work much more fulfilling. I look forward to hearing from you to discuss what your short-term and long-term needs might be. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thursday, July 21, 2016

Australia

LIVE-IN CARETAKER COUPLE required in Dwellingup, Western Australia. I am seeking a caretaker couple to live-in on a 34 acre accommodation property, consisting of a bed and breakfast and six chalets. There will be some small jobs required, answering phone calls after hours and directing guests to their accommodation. There is a two bedroom furnished cottage with all amenities provided. The caretakers will be required to stay onsite. Australian applicants should please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

New Jersey

BASKING RIDGE AREA – House sitter needed from November 1 to December 31, 2016, to look after three dogs, two cats, seven goldfish, and our garden. You will be responsible for feeding our animals, and watering the indoor plants, no exercise required for the pets. Our pets are very well-behaved, so you should have no problems with them. We would prefer a live-in house sitter, but will also consider twice daily visits to our home for feeding/watering duties from any local applicants. Please email why you would be interested in house sitting and taking care of our pets, and provide at least three checkable references. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Minnesota

CARETAKER WANTED for an apartment complex in New Brighton. We are looking for a caretaker couple to clean vacant units and the grounds for our property in New Brighton. If you are great with people and are able to multi-task we’ve got the job for you. Responsibilities will include cleaning the grounds, hallways, laundry rooms, and windows, dusting, vacuuming, sweeping and moping. Snow removal will be required in the winter. We will be doing a background check for the following: no criminal history, two years employment/rental history, no eviction and not owing on any property, and a good credit score. To apply please call the [Contact info available to subscribers] or apply in person at [Contact info available to subscribers]

North Carolina

CARETAKER HELPER needed in Black Mountain. I am looking for someone who wants to live in the country on a 3.5 acre property for two or three months and help me build a permaculture farm. We would share a small cabin and you would have a loft to yourself. We would be working outside groundskeeping and gardening. This is just for the summer or it could even be just for a month. Just need some help getting caught up. Pay only $200 a month with a $50 deposit so $250 to move in plus 8-10 hours of very satisfying work per week which you can do on your schedule plus we get to enjoy all the goodies out of the garden and berries. The cabin is furnished and has just been renovated and is very clean and quiet and includes all utilities and internet. I am a very laid back guy who loves music and very easy to get along with. I am looking for someone to move in ASAP so let me know and tell me a little about yourself. You can reach me at [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks, Mark.

Utah

A HOUSE SITTING POSITION is available in suburban Salt Lake City from mid-October until around June 2017, while the owners are out of the country. It’s a large, five bedroom, fully furnished house with all amenities in an upscale neighborhood, near schools and shopping centers, and close to the I-15. Very light duties are expected and include watering the plants, taking care of the yard and communicating with the owners via email, or by cell phone if any emergencies develop. We also just received a new puppy, so dog care will be required. If interested, please write to [Contact info available to subscribers] Please include references and your past house sitting experience. Thank you.

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

Experienced and Professional House sitters (five years + experience) seeking a house sitting position. We are in our 50’s, active, healthy, non-smoking, non-drinking with clean driving and criminal records. We are highly responsible, handy, previous homeowners and provide care and management of your most valuable asset, your home, in your absence. We are available for opportunities both in the US and abroad. Personal and Professional references available upon request. Please email

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Monday, July 18, 2016

California

HOUSE SITTER WANTED in Palmdale, CA, this Fall. This is a short-term house and pet sitting assignment for about two weeks in September. I will be out of state, and need care for my older poodle. I have an invisible fence around the house. Some dog walking, feeding and care are required along with some yard maintenance. For more information, please email

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Colorado

OUR INN & SUITES is looking for a husband and wife team who have all the skills to operate a 38 unit hotel that sleeps 140 people. Must have a minimum of one year hotel management experience (all daily operations of the hotel), and hotel maintenance experience. Housekeepers are in place. This is a year-round position. Must be non-smokers. We are located at 8,100′ elevation. Must be in good health. We are looking to train in 30 days or less. Training is 40 hours/week. After training, living quarters are included – a three bedroom/two bath, 1,350 sq. ft. house. After training, salary will be $5,800/month for the couple. A background check and drug testing required. If you are interested, please email both of your resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

FULL-TIME LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER needed in Ormond Beach. A partly disabled woman in her early 60’s is looking for a live-in caretaker to run the household. Females only. Services needed six days a week. English, Creole, French or Spanish speakers welcome. Candidates with own transportation preferred, but not mandatory. This position would include room, board and salary of $1,000/month. My home is at the [Contact info available to subscribers], has a pool, and is 400 yards from the beach. The ideal candidate would be a retired single female wanting to save on food and housing, and earn a moderate salary in exchange for companionship and housekeeping responsibilities. This is a smoke-free environment. Must have references. A background check and drug test will be conducted. No lifting required. Please call

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Idaho

FREE ROOM AVAILABLE FOR A CARETAKER on our acreage on the Snake River in Owyhee County. Looking for a caretaker to mow lawns, clean pump screens and sprinklers, and eradicate weeds around our waterfront home. The person will have a separate floor with river access. Must be willing to spend two hours a day keeping the place in shape in exchange for free rent. Must supply references and be a non-smoker. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] or email your resume and reference to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

SEEKING AN ORGANIZED, ENERGETIC AND CUSTOMER ORIENTED individual or couple to act as Innkeeper(s) for an expanding [Contact info available to subscribers] that reaches a varied audience from corporate to leisure guests. Responsibilities include but are not limited to cooking, inventory management, shopping, managing and scheduling staff, marketing and social media, reservations, housekeeping, and overall accountability to owner. Must be team players and understand the nuances of providing the best experience for all guests and team members. This year-round position includes off-site housing, health insurance, paid vacation and a bonus for the right candidate. Previous lodging experience is required and compensation will be offered as appropriate. No smoking, vehicle required. Please email your resume, references and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

WE NEED A PLACE TO LIVE ON SITE AS CARETAKERS or a place to park our 5th wheel in Junction City, OR. We are an elderly couple who needs to move and would like a place to park our 5th wheel by September. We could be your caretakers if needed. Please call

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Thursday, July 14, 2016

Australia

LIVE-IN CARETAKER needed in the Eastern Suburbs of Perth. Our client, [Contact info available to subscribers], is a 70 unit, 18 level strata development located in Claremont. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced site caretaker to assist the Strata Council and Strata Manager in all round building maintenance and management. This is a permanent live-in role that requires a hands-on approach to the maintenance of the grounds, facilities and the management of contract maintenance trades people. Responsibilities will include coordinating, scheduling and performing general caretaking duties, attending to minor maintenance issues, supervise maintenance work performed by sub-contractors engaged by the strata company, report failures or faults in alignment with WH&S policies, ensure all areas are clean and well maintained at all times including coordinating waste collections, operate and maintain cleaning machinery, liaison with residents and owners, investigate residents’ concerns, reporting to the Strata Manager and Council, and any other ad-hoc duties requested. The successful applicant will have extensive experience within the facilities/building management space ideally coming from a trade or engineering background with experience in a customer facing environment. Trade skills including electrical, plumbing, mechanical services will be highly regarded, along with an awareness of current issues and legal requirements affecting the built environment. You must be a self-motivated individual with a proactive approach. On-site accommodation, an attractive salary, and an autonomous role come with this position. Local applicants in Western Australia should contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Connecticut

I NEED A RELIABLE HOUSE SITTER who likes cats to stay in my Fairfield County home from September 1 through December 31, 2016. I have three well-mannered cats to care for and am searching for a true cat-lover. You must have good references. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] and let me know why you would make a great house/cat-sitter here. Thanks.

Kentucky

[Contact info available to subscribers] located in Wallingford, KY, is seeking a live-on premise, full-time Property Caretaker to manage the [Contact info available to subscribers] property. In this role, the caretaker will maintain a security presence at [Contact info available to subscribers], maintain Association equipment in good repair and working order, mow the grounds as needed, keep the area around the gate and residence neat and free of trash and weeds, collect garbage from cabins, and keep culverts and the road around the lake free of debris and tree limbs. Must enforce all [Contact info available to subscribers] rules and policies. This is a full-time on premise role. (On-premise housing is provided, however does not include electric and water.) All applicants must pass a criminal history, background check and a drug screen. Must have a valid driver’s license with a reliable and insured vehicle. Must have a general knowledge and ability to use a mower, tractor, weed eater and other farm equipment. The caretaker reports to the [Contact info available to subscribers] All interested parties may contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

A SMALL DOG BOARDING FACILITY needs a responsible person or couple to look after our dogs. The property is located in upstate New York. You must love dogs. A couple who could also be handy with property care and some improvement changes in the farmhouse would be great. Background check required, and must drive and speak perfect English. Please email to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

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WE NEED A PLACE TO LIVE ON SITE AS CARETAKERS or a place to park our 5th wheel in Junction City, OR. We are an elderly couple who needs to move and would like a place to park our 5th wheel by September. We could be your caretakers if needed. Please call

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Wednesday, July 13, 2016

England

HOUSE SITTER needed for our beautiful ancient longhouse in Devon with lots of land, a stream, and log fires. House sitters are needed regularly through the year to look after the house and two small well-behaved dogs usually for periods of two to three weeks. Nothing arduous, just being around and feeding the two pooches. Lots to see nearby, just six miles from Exeter, and 20 minutes from the coast. We’ve had lots of USA, Australian and NZ house sitters – always good. House sitters will need their own transport or we have bikes – the nearest town is 21/2 miles away. Your accommodation is a huge beamed bedroom with en-suite. Plenty of logs for the fires in winter. We have all the modern conveniences. If you are interested, please email

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Florida

[Contact info available to subscribers] has a job opening for a caretaker who will be responsible to secure the organization’s premises. The caretaker will live in a detached dwelling on the property while performing security patrol duties, such as opening the premises in the morning, closing at night and being on call during evening hours, including weekends and holidays. This is not a full-time position and more information regarding the work schedule will be provided during pre-screening interviews. The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications: * Must be able to live in a detached dwelling on the property. * Have a High School diploma or equivalent. * Minimum one year of experience in the military, law enforcement or private security preferred. * Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays. * Knowledge of Patrol Techniques, Observation Techniques and Reporting. * Basic Private security license preferred. * Knowledge of the following preferred: Legal Issues, Emergency First Aid, Ethics and Professional Conduct, Emergency Procedures, Fire Prevention. * Good verbal and written communication skills in English. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. * Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances. * Ability to work without immediate supervision and dependence on others. * Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background and a drug test screening. For immediate and confidential consideration, please apply in person or forward your resume/application to

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New Jersey

JOB OPENING AVAILABLE for an energetic live-in couple to run a 24 room independent motel in Toms River, New Jersey. The candidate should be fluent in English and should be computer literate. Responsibilities will include front desk, housekeeping, and minor maintenance. Experience preferred. You must be flexible, reliable, dependable, trustworthy and have a willingness to go above and beyond. If interested, please email your cover letter, resume and salary expectation to [Contact info available to subscribers] for immediate consideration.

Texas

[Contact info available to subscribers] in the Texas Hill Country is looking for a full-time handyman/general help. Need to be physically fit to be able to do yardwork, painting, carpentry, etc. – whatever comes up. Able to do some electrical, plumbing, or HVAC definitely a plus. We pay an hourly wage, and can potentially give you a one bedroom apartment. We must have someone who is extremely energetic and hardworking, and doesn’t smoke, do illegal drugs, or have a drinking problem. This is a beautiful part of Texas – the weather is great (except for the summers), low crime, no traffic. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

LIVE-IN CARETAKER AVAILABLE IN CALIFORNIA. Single male, 65, no dependents, Have 30 years’ experience. Available right away, long-term, permanent. Can do house sitting, pet-sitting/horse care, grounds keeping, and light maintenance. Have landscaping, light irrigation, hospitality and home security experience for your house, farm, ranch, large and small properties in California. I prefer California. Retired professional tailor, and experienced handyman. Have much security guard experience, safety minded background, reliable, self-motivated. Able bodied, vegetarian, multi-task experience in basic house-keeping/cleaning, property maintenance, management, emergency preparedness, disaster prevention. Was neighborhood anti-violence organizer with non-profit groups in the 1970’s and 1980’s in the San Francisco Bay Area. Have basic skills in home gardening, cooking, clean up, hauling, accounting, book keeping, self-publishing, secretarial skills, computer, Internet, data intake, management, TV and Radio production, filming, recording, editing, duplication, etc. I do not smoke or drink, or do any drugs or pot. Have a current California driver’s license, registration and current car insurance. My Ford van is available to give you safe rides, deliveries, pick-ups, run errands and day trips in town, or country. I can email my resume with excellent references. Please call soon: Cell [Contact info available to subscribers], San Francisco, California. I need, a quiet, clean private living quarters/apartment or cottage with above caretaker position. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, July 11, 2016

Florida

CARETAKER NEEDED in St. Petersburg. Seeking a 24 hour, 7 day/week caretaker. I am disabled in that I have lost my peripheral field of vision. This vision loss does not make me entirely blind. I can see like most people, but not enough to drive a car, etc. I need a caretaker to administer pharmaceuticals, take me to doctor appointments, assist with cooking and cleaning, and apartment upkeep. The ability to type is a plus! I am a writer and will be working on two scripts for national publication. I have worked in television for thirty years and received much notoriety. My deficits are not overly visible and I look and act like most people. I can commit to a $500.00/month stipend and an amount that will equal rent, food, and other costs of living. If this needs to be a job sharing situation, I am also open to that. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

Oklahoma

CARETAKER WANTED in central Oklahoma, approximately 25 miles west of downtown Oklahoma City. Taking applications for a caretaker for a large boarding house in El Reno. Free furnished room in exchange for some daily work, at least one hour per day for your stay. This is temporary, maybe three months. No pets. Must have good references. Absolutely no drugs or alcohol allowed. No drama! Must pass a background check. House maintenance includes house work inside and out. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oregon

CARETAKER WANTED for a [Contact info available to subscribers] in Mitchell, OR. Looking for duo/team experienced with pivots, wheel-lines, repair and maintenance on equipment and general ranch duties. Also, mowing, spraying and upkeep on two homes. This would be ideal for a hard-working pair who would like to supplement their existing income. Includes a beautiful four bedroom, two bath home and salary. No smoking in homes. To apply, please call

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West Virginia

[Contact info available to subscribers] in Chester, WV, is taking applications for a part-time caretaker. Responsibilities will include lawn care, snow removal, and general maintenance. Please apply in person at [Contact info available to subscribers] Our office hours are 8am – 12Noon, Monday-Thursday. The application deadline is July 21, 2016.

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55-year-old male smoke/drug free, good health, good transportation. Looking for a salaried long-term caretaker position. Willing to relocate. Experience includes 30 plus years manufacturing (18 years supervision) 25 plus years roofing as side work, 16 years caring for a local doctor’s property. I’m looking to break the manufacturing mold as I find the caretaker type of work much more fulfilling. I look forward to hearing from you to discuss what your short-term and long-term needs might be. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thursday, July 7, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER REQUIRED for a 5,000+ acre ranch, with 500+ breeders in the Brisbane Valley of Queensland. The caretaker will need to check on cattle, fences and water. Light duties and house yard maintenance also required. A comfortable two bedroom cottage is available. Remuneration by negotiation. Local caretakers should call [Contact info available to subscribers] to apply.

California

PROPERTY CARETAKER needed in Oakhurst. Exchange work and security for a one bedroom/one bathroom 10×40 mobile home. 10-15 hours per week required for maintenance of home, property, and general help. Must be an able-bodied person with a clean record, and no kids. Supplemental income proof and references required. Located 10 minutes from town. The property is secure with gates. Well water, storage bin and deck complete the casual living here. There is room for a dog, garden, boat, and cars. For more details and to apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Minnesota

CARETAKER TEAM NEEDED at [Contact info available to subscribers] in Eagan. [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a caretaker team (two people needed for this position!) to clean and maintain the common areas, property/grounds, and to create a pleasant atmosphere for residents. This includes vacuuming, window washing, mopping, picking up trash on the property, sweeping around dumpsters, changing light bulbs, cleaning vacant apartments, etc. Other duties may include delivering notices, inspecting apartments, shoveling/salting sidewalks in the winter time. Customer service and strong communications skills are required. You must live at the property which means you have to qualify as a resident and to live at this particular property. Must have previous cleaning experience. Must be available the first and last day of the month to clean turns. Must be available for rotated on-call responsibilities (which usually includes evenings and weekends). The schedule is 40 hours/month for both employees total. Compensation will be $400 month total for both employees together. If interested in this opportunity, please complete our applicant form here [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

INNKEEPER NEEDED. A gorgeous five room historic B&B in Southern Vermont that we are introducing to the market, is in need of a live-in, non-smoking innkeeper, with no pets and a warm personality. Responsibilities would include making breakfast, cleaning house, laundry and most importantly providing our guests with a wonderful experience. Since we are in the marketing stage, there are currently minimal reservations but that should soon change. We have already had a number of 5 star reviews from Airbnb. Compensation package includes free housing in private room with bathroom, two days off weekly and two weeks paid vacation after one year of service. This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a low stress, elegant B&B! Please send your resume and salary requirements to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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LOOKING FOR ANIMAL CARE WORK in an animal sanctuary or resort or hotel dog daycare facility. Fifteen years’ experience dog sitting, walking and caretaking. Have one small dog. Willing to learn other skills needed on a sustainable property near water in the Western U.S. or Mexico. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] if interested.

Tuesday, July 5, 2016

Australia

SEMI/RETIRED CARETAKER PERSON REQUIRED in the Belmore Area of Sydney, in New South Wales. We require a local, experienced semi-retired or retired caretaker/handyperson to manage two blocks of units in Belmore and Lakemba. In return you will receive a free partly furnished fully self-contained studio unit and $1,000 per calendar month. You must own a car, lawn mower, and all tools. If you meet our criteria, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] to discuss this further and arrange an appointment for interview at our office in Bankstown.

California

[Contact info available to subscribers] located in the historic Carson Pass Area of the Northern California Sierras, on the north shoreline of the 600 acre Caples Lake at 7,806′ elevation, has an immediate opening available. We need a caretaker/manager/hands-on worker to work with the owner operating resort. On site housing, utilities, Wi-Fi, DSL, phone, and salary provided. This is a possible year-round position. Please reply to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Zealand

VOLUNTEERS WANTED. We are always looking for interesting people to come and help us and stay with us during their journey in the south island. We do prefer helpers to stay for two weeks and longer, however if you want to stay for short period always give us a shout and we might decide on availability. For a short-term stay we are looking for anyone who would like to do some housekeeping, such as cleaning bathrooms, making beds, vacuuming, etc. Experience is not necessary but an advantage. The ability to work independently and use initiative is essential. You must understand and speak good English. In return, we offer shared accommodation with shared bathroom facilities on- and off-site, breakfast and free soup in the evening, two loads of laundry per week free, and free internet. We are a Hostel and Inn set amongst the picturesque views of native rainforest and mountains! [Contact info available to subscribers] offers a truly unique and tranquil accommodation experience. The property offers a communal kitchen, TV lounge and ample space to relax and unwind after those big adventures. There are many walks, adventures and sights to see whilst here in Fox Glacier. The area would suit people who enjoy the outdoors, nature and wildlife. Please call us at [Contact info available to subscribers] We look forward to hearing from you soon. Have a great day.

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I am looking to housesit and be your animal caretaker this summer in the Selma, AL area. I love all pets and horses and know how to feed and care for all animals. I am also skilled in light housekeeping, and handy-person work, and if I can’t do the job, I’ll find the right person to get the job done. I am soft spoken, professional, trustworthy, and hard-working. I have excellent references available. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Friday, July 1, 2016

Australia

[Contact info available to subscribers] CARETAKER needed. The [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a new caretaker at the [Contact info available to subscribers] This is a live-in position. Accommodation and amenities are offered in return for 10 hours a week site maintenance. An hour rate is paid for cleaning work and a person service fee is paid per guest per night. This position would suit an artist or crafts person as it includes two days access to the fully equipped FHC workshops (applicant must be able to show machinery competence or undergo training processes). If you are interested and would like some more information please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

LIVE-IN CLEANING, DOG SITTING AND LIGHT GARDENING for vacation rental cottages at [Contact info available to subscribers], Marin, CA. Summer, fall, possibly longer. One reliable, responsible, energetic person, experienced and happy with daily detailed cleaning and quiet country life. The typical work week is 32 – 36 hours. Weekly pay will be $350 – $400. Private living space: 28ft trailer, fully equipped, Wi-Fi, heat, hot water, private fenced-in yard, deck, laundry, and parking. Space for your own garden if desired. See trailer: [Contact info available to subscribers] Please write with info about yourself and cleaning experience. Flexible start/end date. No pets. Car needed to live here. Looking forward to meeting you! Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY. Seeking a General Manager/Innkeeper to develop business at a newly renovated lodge on a 75-acre Vermont property. This beautiful retreat center is on the ridge of Camel’s Hump adjoining a three-acre garden, two greenhouses and small orchard. There are seven apartments, four two-story lofts and a common area that accommodates receptions. Also, a two-bedroom apartment for the Innkeeper. The property represents a tremendous opportunity to host educational, business and family retreats. During its initial eight months, the Lodge has been booked through Airbnb with five-star ratings in every category. Seeking an experienced host/hostess with a gift of hospitality, warm personality, and great work ethic to manage all requirements of the facility. Initially, the candidate will develop operations of the Lodge and subsequently the garden. Responsibilities include bookings, guest communications including greeting and orienting, purchasing, cleaning and overseeing property maintenance. Remuneration consists of salary, lodging, and performance bonuses. Please email your resume and references to

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SEEKING A LIVE-IN PROPERTY CARETAKER/MAINTENANCE POSITION in north San Diego County. A youthful 64-year-old Southern California native is seeking a live-in property caretaker/maintenance position. Very qualified, with great references available. I have many years’ experience in construction/landscaping. Am also a master organic gardener. Please call or text [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, June 29, 2016

California

CARETAKER WANTED in [Contact info available to subscribers] Free one-bedroom apartment for a caretaker of rural property. Caretaker candidates must be in good-to-excellent health, have a fixed income from retirement, etc., have their own medical coverage, pass an extensive background check, have a good credit rating, a valid California Driver’s License, reliable vehicle (truck preferred), own hand tools, able to pay you own utilities (electric, TV/Internet), knowledgeable in the care of rural property/acreage with multiple structures and houses as follows: irrigation, farm implementation, light handyman work, maintenance, security and generally looking after the property. Pets are OK. In addition, there will be a small stipend for items in immediate need of repair and deferred maintenance. In addition, depending on skills, the candidate will be entitled to additional stipend/compensation and vehicle expenses for maintenance to other rental properties. The successful caretaker candidate will be place on a 6-month trial period. Prefer a single, male caretaker. If the contract is “mutually” renewed – a three-year tenancy may be executed. MUST be a NON-smoker, NO exceptions! Preference given to veterans, and a retired person on a fixed income. Please mail your resume and references to

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Florida

CARETAKER COUPLE needed in Cocoa, a city in Brevard County, Florida. We are searching for a married couple to live in our large home and assist an elderly couple. The caretaker couple will need to maintain the home and property. No rent, no taxes, no insurance, no electric bills, but you will be responsible for your own cell phone bill. No pets (we have enough), and no children to live on the property. This position is available now. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

New Zealand

VINEYARD WORKERS NEEDED in Blenheim, in the region of Marlborough, in the northeast of the South Island of New Zealand. Backpackers are encouraged to apply at [Contact info available to subscribers] Winter jobs at the vineyard has started and we have lots of positions are available now for physically strong workers. This is a work and stay deal for travelers. Winter is the busiest season for the vineyard and the contractors in Blenheim are looking for a lot of people who can start working ASAP! The work at the vineyard will be either pruning, stripping or wrapping. The wage is either $15.25 plus holiday pay or on contract. You will be working at least 40 hours a week, normally more than that if the weather permits. If you are fit, reliable and responsible, this job is all yours! This is a good way to recharge your travel funds. You must have a valid work visa, IRD number and bank account. This job offer is on a first come, first served basis. So hurry to get a space! Please contact us on [Contact info available to subscribers] by text.

Texas

CARETAKER COUPLE needed for our East Texas property. A mature couple or gentleman, non-smokers, are needed to manage and maintain (1) house, (2) apartment, and (3) a commercial building for an absentee owner. Some experience is required in trade skills and lawn care. Compensation is a rent-free furnished apartment and commissions from leasing the property. This is part-time work for a long-term commitment. The most suited for this position will be a couple, retired or semi-retired since this is a rural area with few available jobs. If you wish to take life at a slower pace and enjoy gardening, this could be for you. Please submit an informal resume including your contact information to [Contact info available to subscribers] References will be requested and checked.

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Farm/Ranch management position wanted. I have experience with all types of livestock and some grain farming. Strong skills in animal health/nutrition, forage production and grazing management. I can work alone or management a crew, fluent in Spanish. I am very conscientious about my work and personal behavior. I will treat your operation as if it was my own and eliminate all your worries. Please contact me at [Contact info available to subscribers] or leave a message at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, June 28, 2016

Australia

LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER required for a busy Motel in the Sunnybank, Queensland Area. This position requires you to live onsite as a caretaker. We are currently looking for someone that has the following qualities: works well in a team environment, can work independently when required, able to take direction well, attention to detail, able to speak another language other than English, and previous experience in housekeeping is an advantage however you will be provide with full training. If you are selected, you will be able to move into the property in July 2016. If you wish to apply for this position, please bring your resume and local references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

ENJOY A CALIFORNIA WINE COUNTRY ESCAPE! House and pet sitter needed from July 27 through July 30 AND/OR September 6 through September 17, 2016. I have a lovely three bedroom, two bathroom house with gourmet kitchen. Near wineries, historical Sonoma Plaza, a multiplex cinema within walking distance and other fabulous attractions (including Napa Valley wineries only 15 minutes away). Must be willing to give love and attention to my four-year-old kitty. He is friendly, cuddly, and mellow, and adapts quickly to strangers. Northern California Couple or single female preferred. Please tell me about yourself by emailing

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Massachusetts

CARETAKER/HANDYMAN/GARDENER/PERSONAL ASSISTANT needed for a beautiful 10 acre estate property, with a pool and pond, in Sturbridge. Located within two hours of Boston, Providence, Hartford, and New York City. Duties include landscaping and gardening work, winter snow blowing, handyman repairs, greeting guests, computer internet/office work, chauffeuring, errands, and housecleaning. Must have a smart phone, laptop and auto. Need reliability, integrity, be a nonsmoker and nondrinker and be organized, clean and neat. Housing is not offered. Please email a cover letter explaining all of your skills, resume, picture, contact information, along with your explanation on why you would be the best candidate for this position to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Minnesota

BUILDING MAINTENANCE/CARETAKER needed to live on-site in Edina. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a large, well established and highly reputable firm specializing in community association management of over 390 condominium and townhome associations in downtown Minneapolis, St. Paul and the greater metro area. We are seeking a live-in caretaker with maintenance experience for a lovely building located in Edina. This is a great opportunity for someone who is available week days during business hours. Duties include maintenance, cleaning of common areas, and limited management and on-call responsibilities. No leasing, cleaning or painting of individual units is required. Pool certification will be needed or must be acquired within first 30 days of employment. This is a great role for a retired or semi-retired person seeking a permanent position in a pleasant atmosphere. We are seeking someone who is conscientious, responsible and, personable, who enjoys working independently, has an eye for detail and strong mechanical aptitude. We offer an excellent salary, a lovely condominium unit (no smoking, no pets) with garage space, health and life insurance, paid vacation, 401K, paid utilities and phone. Interested candidates should fax their resumes to

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Wyoming

RANCH-MINDED COUPLE needed for long-term hire on an expansive private ranch in the Laramie Mountain Range of southeast Wyoming. We are looking for a maintenance man and a cleaning woman. There is a large, luxurious main residence and wing, as well as several outbuildings and structures that will need to be maintained and upgraded. The applicants will be responsible for overseeing all complicated systems within the home with preventative maintenance always in mind. The applicants must be mechanically skilled and capable of operating complex systems. They will also work with outside contractors/vendors to care for the home and be capable of supervising contract labor at times. Full, detail oriented cleaning is required. Applicants must have experience caring for antiques and fine arts and experience implementing zone cleaning systems to ensure all areas of the home are detail-cleaned on a regular basis and are ready for occupancy at all times during the high-use season. Limited off season meal preparation, shopping, etc., will be needed when a summer chef is not on site. Applicants must be fit and willing to help with physical demands, including helping during wildfire season. Applicants will also provide grounds keeping on this rustic yet elegant property. There are two streams that enter into a pond, water features, sprinkling systems and various walking paths and patios that need to be maintained. In addition, applicants will plant annuals and maintain perennials with an aesthetic and detailed eye. The couple team must be comfortable living in the mountains year round and be comfortable in an isolated environment. They must embrace this lifestyle and take pride in their work. They need to be able to work alone, but also be comfortable taking direction from the ranch managers and working with a team. This is not a management position. Housing, utilities, and salary will be based on experience. A vehicle, insurance plan/401k provided. Applicants must pass a background/credit check. Pets are OK. Non-smokers. Please email your resumes and work history to

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SEEKING A LIVE-IN PROPERTY CARETAKER/MAINTENANCE POSITION in north San Diego County. A youthful 64-year-old Southern California native is seeking a live-in property caretaker/maintenance position. Very qualified, with great references available. I have many years’ experience in construction/landscaping. Am also a master organic gardener. Please call or text [Contact info available to subscribers]

Friday, June 24, 2016

Australia

FARM CARETAKER needed. I am looking for an ex-farming pensioner, can be a single or couple, for farming and grazing my property at Collarenebri, a small town in northwestern New South Wales. A small weekly wage, accommodations, and electricity will be supplied. Duties include servicing of pumps, tractors, fencing and animal husbandry. For more information, please call

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California

FULL-TIME HANDYMAN needed for a Private Estate in Woodside. This position reports to the Property Owner, Estate Manager, and Assistant Caretaker. The qualified applicant should have experience and skills over a broad range of activities including but not limited to: carpentry, painting, masonry, plumbing, electrical and small engine and equipment maintenance. Familiarity with heating and cooling systems, automotive, fountain and swimming pool pumps, and appliance repair is preferred. The individual may occasionally be required to report to the property owner’s San Francisco address for projects. The individual must be a self-starter who is motivated and productive with a dedication to meeting deadlines. The individual will be responsible for documentation and record keeping as well as following an annual schedule of activities. Extended hours or weekend duty may be required from time to time. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday 7:00am – 3:30pm. The selected individual must be prepared to supply various tools such as are customary in the trade (some tools and equipment are available on site). The qualified applicant must work well with others, exhibit a professional demeanor, respect authority and function within a fast paced work environment. Previous experience in high end home development and/or maintenance is preferred. Applicants must have a clean background and driving record. A back ground check will be conducted. The Employment Contract will contain a Nondisclosure Clause and an Arbitration Agreement. Please provide no fewer than three personal and three professional references. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications. Medical insurance, paid vacation and sick time are provided. To apply please forward your resume, references and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

FULL-TIME FARM/RANCH CARETAKER WANTED in Lake County, Florida. Must have experience with animals, building maintenance, landscaping, etc. Ideal candidate(s) should be self-starting, motivated and have an eye for detail. The position is full-time. To be considered, all interested applicants should email their resume, references and salary requirements to [Contact info available to subscribers] Serious inquiries only please.

New Mexico

UNIQUE CARETAKER POSITION available for the right individual or couple, with accommodations and salary in the mountains near Albuquerque/Santa Fe. It’s a great location. Can be short or long term. Must be trustworthy, motivated, and a team-player. The property owners are a well-established, successful collective of touring entertainers. We are focused, hard-working, creative, and lots of fun. Responsibilities include: – General building maintenance, interior/exterior – Occasional renovation projects – Light property maintenance May include, depending on person(s) – Kitchen, property watching, driving, organizing, and for right person: opportunity for travel. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

LOOKING FOR A HARDWORKING CAPABLE COUPLE to help us run our six Vacation rentals and farm. We are located in the Hudson Valley on a beautiful 21 acre property. We are attempting to grow our own vegetables and raise our own animals. Our accommodations are all unique and very popular, our guests are almost all very nice. Work includes preparing the accommodations, maintenance of the property and interaction with guests. You would have your own room in our home and meals would be included. We need part-time to full-time work depending on the time of year. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] with the following information: 1) Date when you can start 2) Salary needs 3) Resume 4) Several photos of yourselves

New Zealand

HOTEL ALL ROUNDER needed. No experience required, we are looking for one person, who is young, well presented, happy, bubbly and can talk to people, starting ASAP. This job is at a hotel where the work is done behind the bar, in a bottle store, restaurant and some housekeeping. This job will average 40 hours per week. We pay $15.25 per hour and a bonus (which can be up to $2/hour). If you are looking for somewhere to embrace the New Zealand culture (what we think is a fun environment) then this is a great job for you, or if you are looking to save money to continue your travels. Our current employees use their days off to check out the glaciers and other good attractions in close vicinity with the car provided. The job would finish on the 13th of August 2016. Check out our family run hotel at [Contact info available to subscribers] and send through something about yourself to [Contact info available to subscribers] or even better email your resume to us. Please don’t phone. This job is for one person, and we have an accommodation option available. Sorry this job is not for couples, and please don’t call the hotel. Cheers.

Vermont

INNKEEPER NEEDED. Love the outdoors? This is ideal for an outdoor lover, with abundant hiking trails on the premises. Completely renovated in March 2016, this 17 room Inn is situated on the river front (Mad River) and just three miles from Sugarbush Mountain in Warren, Vermont. Top rated in Trip Advisor. The position will be responsible for greeting guests, managing reservations, and minor housekeeping. No cooking required. Laundry is outsourced. Previous innkeeper or cooking experience is a plus. The owner is regularly involved but we expect our new innkeeper to bring in an owner’s mentality to the position. Compensation includes salary, apartment, off-street parking, and utilities. Please no pets. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

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ENTHUSIASTIC, SELF-MOTIVATED, AND EXPERIENCED ESL TEACHER, with B.S. degree and Teaching English as a Foreign Language certification (TEFL) seeks a teaching position in Central, Eastern, or Southern Europe for the 2016-2017 school year. I have taught in China and South Korea and have the ability to design, create, and implement engaging lesson plans. I am flexible and creative, and experienced in photography, drama, and art and will bring those skills to the classroom. I have lived, worked, and traveled in the U.S. and in the developing world. My full resume and references are available upon request. Please respond to my email address: [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, June 22, 2016

Idaho

CARETAKING OPPORTUNITY at a North Idaho lodge! The [Contact info available to subscribers]is hiring for the caretaking position for overnight hours only from 9pm – 9am. Housing including utilities consists of one bedroom, one bath onsite apartment. Night time check-ins are the only responsibility of the caretaker and would be paid per check-in. The caretaking position is available immediately. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oregon

FULL-TIME MANAGER POSITION AVAILABLE at [Contact info available to subscribers] Located near Wallowa Lake in Northeast Oregon, [Contact info available to subscribers] is a year-round resort with cabins, condos and chalet (motel) rooms, pool, hot tub, mini-golf, snack shack and a coffee/gift shop. Extremely busy summers. Beautiful, quiet winters. This is a great opportunity for a young couple before kids, or empty-nesters. (Manager’s quarters are small). Primary responsibility: customer service. Secondary responsibility: maintenance. Other responsibilities: scheduling, purchasing, and managing reservations. Skills required: interpersonal and customer service, handyman, basic computer. Not required, but the ideal manager will serve customers in the coffee shop and snack shack. Must live on site. No rent or utilities. Use of all facilities when not affecting guests. Beautiful location near Wallowa Lake, Wallowa Mountains and abundant recreational opportunities. Salary commensurate with experience and/or abilities. Please send inquiries to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

BEAUTIFUL 1,000 ACRE PROPERTY in Palmyra (central Virginia) is in need of a farm hand/caretaker starting July 1, 2016. Housing will be provided with fair compensation. Job responsibilities would include: maintaining and repairing the various pieces of equipment on the farm: JD 5210 tractor, JD 5075m tractor, 10 ft. bush hog, 5 ft. bush hog, New Holland square baler, New Holland cutter/conditioner, New Holland rake, JD round baler (net and twine), JD moco rotary cutter, Hay fluffer, 8 bale accumulator and grapple, 2013 4×6 JD gator, skag zero turn mower, cub cadet zero turn mower, chain saws, wood splitter, and appliances. Generator maintenance required and maintenance of the outdoor boiler. Will need to repair and maintaining farm infrastructure (ponds and roads), do general repair work (carpentry, minor electric and plumbing), and mowing of fields and haying of fields. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

FULL-TIME PROPERTY MANAGER/CARETAKER needed in Varina, in the easternmost portion of Henrico County, Virginia. We are looking for an experienced caretaker for our 200 acre estate. Compensation is negotiable. Serious inquiries only. Please call

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ENTHUSIASTIC, SELF-MOTIVATED, AND EXPERIENCED ESL TEACHER, with B.S. degree and Teaching English as a Foreign Language certification (TEFL) seeks a teaching position in Central, Eastern, or Southern Europe for the 2016-2017 school year. I have taught in China and South Korea and have the ability to design, create, and implement engaging lesson plans. I am flexible and creative, and experienced in photography, drama, and art and will bring those skills to the classroom. I have lived, worked, and traveled in the U.S. and in the developing world. My full resume and references are available upon request. Please respond to my email address: [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, June 21, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER NEEDED. We are looking for a retired or semi-retired couple with knowledge of land/cattle operations for a small property, located 16 minutes north of Rockhampton, Queensland. To apply, please mail your application with references to

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Kentucky

FULL-TIME LAKE CAMPGROUND CARETAKER needed. Seeking an energetic couple as caretakers for a Campground on a Kentucky Lake. Housing plus salary provided. A background check and a physical is required. Please send your resume with letter of interest to

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Minnesota

LIVE-IN CARETAKER COUPLE needed at our 131 unit condominium building in St. Louis Park. We are offering a full-time on-site position which involves a variety of duties including light maintenance, cleaning, boiler, pool, snow shoveling. A Class C Boilers license and pool certification is required for this job. Compensation includes a two bedroom apartment, parking, salary, and a retirement plan. It is possible that the caretaker couple would include higher salary for cleaning and office duties. An iPhone is provided by the Association for phone/text and email for quick communication with the Association manager and residents. Goals include responding to all emergencies within one hour, and non-emergencies within 24 hours. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

CABIN, LAND USE AVAILABLE on a beautiful Southern Vermont property in exchange for caretaking/animal care. After three years, our current caretaker couple will be leaving on July 1st to start their own farm, thus we are looking for two adults who are responsible, conscientious, trustworthy, energetic and who meet our requirements, to take their place, to live on-site, full-time, in a picturesque, rustic, quiet, small cabin that is on a 100-acre beautiful property with a 230-year-old historic farmhouse, barns, and other outbuildings, in Windham County, VT. The cabin is across a quiet dirt road from our home and is offered in exchange for weekly chores which will include daily animal care (currently sheep, chickens), vegetable/flower gardening, light construction, pasture management, painting, land clearing, property oversight and snow removal. The caretakers must be competent at animal care, climbing ladders, cutting firewood, gardening, and keeping the property well-tended. We are not a B&B but we keep the place looking like one. Our current caretakers have their own sheep, chickens, bees, a dairy cow, and dog. We generally are happy for new caretakers to have similar limited animals (the barn, pastures and property are perfect for raising such animals). The work will involve about 20 hours/week, including weekend work (mandatory) – some for pay and the rest in exchange for the exclusive use of the cabin. We will also pay your utilities and provide a shared laundry room, use of the private trails/woods, sledding hills, pastures, tennis court, pond and nearby lake. The property is two miles from a quintessential picture-postcard Vermont village with general store and Post Office, and is 30 minutes from a larger, full-service town. The unfurnished cabin (about 280 sq. ft.) is insulated, has simple electricity, a Vermont Castings wood stove, a sleeping loft accessed by a ladder, and a covered porch overlooking a pond. There is no running water, kitchen or toilet in the cabin. Available for the caretakers’ use is a rustic “barn house” that is across the dirt road from the cabin, which contains a large camp kitchen, outdoor stone BBQ, bathroom with shower, laundry room, and three-season outdoor hot water shower. At times, the “barn house” is shared with other caretakers, and/or our guests but primarily is for the use of the caretakers. There is plenty of room for your own garden; a gentle dog and/or cat is fine. No smoking/drugs permitted anywhere on the property. The utilities are basic and the electric/septic system will not permit occupancy by more than two people. Experience with gardening, farm animal care, tractor operation/upkeep, property maintenance, chain saw/power tools is required. Being trustworthy, responsible, neat and considerate is mandatory. This is for a planned two to three year commitment or longer. Two persons are needed, as some jobs require such and to provide needed coverage. An extensive background check will be undertaken. Please send a detailed letter describing your current situation, your background and experience, skills and any questions. A telephone interview will be held with qualified applicants to further determine the best fit for all before meeting and showing the property. A start date around July 1st, earlier accommodation is possible. Please read the requirements carefully and do not respond if you do not meet our requirements. To apply, please email your resume and references to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include the words ‘Southern Vermont’ in the subject line for screening.

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55-year-old male, smoke/drug free, good health, with good transportation. Looking for a salaried, long-term caretaker position. Willing to relocate. Experience includes 30 plus years manufacturing (18 years supervision) 25 plus years roofing as side work, 16 years caring for a local doctor’s property. I’m looking to break the manufacturing mold as I find the caretaker type of work much more fulfilling. I look forward to hearing from you to discuss what your short-term and long-term needs might be. Please call at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Friday, June 17, 2016

California

SAN FRANCISCO DOG-SITTER wanted for eight days in late July/early August in my two-bedroom apartment in the central NOPA/Panhandle neighborhood. My mellow, sweet-natured labradoodle needs company, walks and feeding. Must be a non-smoker. References required. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER NEEDED on a horse farm in Buellton, a small town in Santa Barbara County. Need caretaker/horse care, dressage horses, and other duties may include cleaning, cooking, and part-time work for a house exchange here. A single woman is preferred to assist with female elder care and companion work. I have a beautiful home appropriate for a single person. Excellent future opportunities exist, with some pay possible. Please contact me by phone only, between 9am to 6pm, at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Idaho

CARETAKER WANTED for our farm in Moscow, Idaho. A four room studio apartment, with two bedrooms and one bathroom, is available now. We are located six miles east of Moscow. 4-wheel drive required for the winters here. Must be a non-smoker. We will charge $40.00 per month for electricity. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Maryland/Virginia

ESTATE/FARM MANAGER COUPLE needed. Housing included. An Estate/Farm Manager and Housekeeper are needed to maintain a 30-acre farm in Fort Washington, MD, and a 10,000 square foot house across the Potomac River in Alexandria, VA. The successful candidate will be experienced in maintaining a farm, caring for horses and livestock and home repairs/maintenance. Farm duties include mowing lawns, caring for horses, and general upkeep of the property. Estate duties include general maintenance/minor landscaping. Duties also include cleaning and maintaining automobiles, boats and watercraft. The Manager will fulfill these duties on the Fort Washington farm and at the Alexandria house. Spouse will be experienced in managing a household for a family. Duties to be primarily housekeeping – cleaning, laundry and oversight of household needs. The housekeeper will fulfill these duties in the Alexandria house. The couple will live on the farm by themselves in Fort Washington in a two-bedroom home on a 30-acre property with a breathtaking view of the Potomac River. The farm is located several miles south of the Woodrow Wilson Bridge and National Harbor. The couple will both have Driver’s licenses, be of high moral character, non-smoking, friendly and self-motivated. References required. Competitive salaries provided. To apply, please email a brief cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Mexico

RANCH CARETAKER needed in Edgewood, NM. We are looking for an experienced live-in caretaker for our horse rescue operation. This position reports to the Executive Director, five days a week. Housing provided. Must pass a background check, have a valid driver’s license, and have basic computer skills. The caretaker will be responsible for daily feeding and care of herd of up to 70 horses, along with ranch maintenance, and a working knowledge of horses and horse health. Will need mechanical and operational skills with equipment, vehicles and gate/fencing hardware; a working knowledge of horses and horse behavior along with the ability to recognize health problems and dangerous horse behavior. Must be able to load trailer horses as needed using ranch vehicles. A minimum two years of related experience with horses or other livestock is required, along with a basic knowledge of water systems, wells and plumbing. Should show a proven ability to self-motivate and self-direct, and be physically able to lift 60 lbs. or more. Please send letter of inquiry, references and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oregon

AN ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER/INNKEEPER is need in Oregon’s High Desert, near Bend, OR for a luxury seven unit Luxury Tent (Glamping) Resort on 40 acres in Central Oregon, awarded Best Luxury Camping Finalist by Sunset Magazine in 2016! Please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] We are seeking an experienced manager/innkeeper for this seasonal position. Will consider couples. If you have a minimum of two years’ experience, this is an ideal position for an enthusiastic person who appreciates eco-friendly spa retreats. The right candidate will help to increase revenue through state-of-the-art marketing, promotion, and public relations. In addition to sales, duties include working with the owners to fulfill all aspects of Administrative, HR and Operations of the Inn. Will work Wednesday through Sunday hours, mainly in the mornings but must be flexible. Must be willing to clean, help make and serve breakfast/lunch and coordinate guest activities including spa appointments on site. Love of the outdoors is a plus! The ideal candidate will need to bend, squat, reach overhead, be able to lift/carry 50 pounds. We can provide housing for the right candidate. In addition to housing, we pay $15/hour plus bonuses based on reviews. We also offer a return bonus for following seasons. If you have a dedication to providing an exceptional guest experience, please send a cover letter and resume with references to

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SEEKING A CARETAKER TYPE RV SITE ON PRIVATE/VACANT RURAL PROPERTY in the Graham, WA Area. My name is Ron, I’m 54 years of age, single, never married yet, and no kids yet, I have a small and good little business as a Hot Tub repair technician and Residential Handyman Service. I was raised and live by old school principals where honesty and a Man is only as good as his word either by handshake or written contract is simply who I am and what I try to uphold unconditionally. I have literally hundreds of return clients, customer and family friends that will gladly back my words. I’m looking for a spot for my RV in a more private country or rural setting with full or near full hook-up and internet access or capability. A vacant lot or summer home that could use a trustworthy property caretaker, maintenance person and diligent watchdog in trade for partial rent would be perfect. Thanks and feel free to call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, June 15, 2016

California

125 ACRE WORKING GOAT RANCH near Yosemite is seeking caretakers. Live in a new two bedroom home. Duties include feeding a 100 head herd and guard dogs daily, oversee kidding, check fences, minor repairs, help owner with projects, subcontractor access, and operate the tractor. Two combined hours/day. Owner resides 40% in a second home. Ideal candidates are a retired couple in good physical condition possessing desire and ability to work outside. Caretakers can garden, raise chickens, and have pets. Presence on property mostly 24×7. Special attention given to retired military. Owners provide home. Utilities negotiable. Caretakers must have adequate income for their necessities. Please email

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New Zealand

WE ARE LOOKING FOR AN ENTHUSIASTIC PERSON to join our friendly team at our small hostel in Christchurch for reception plus general duties. You need to be available for at least six weeks and have good English comprehension. You get to stay in our staff accommodation – you get free internet and laundry. This job is an exchange for accommodation only – so there is no pay. Please phone [Contact info available to subscribers] between 11am – 5pm Monday to Friday, or apply in person at [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks.

Texas

HOUSE SITTER NEEDED for my home, one dog and one cat in the Texas Hill Country from mid-August to early December 2016. No smoking, no pets, no drugs. Duties: care and attention to both my dog and cat and keeping up the yard. All utilities paid including cable internet. Must have caretaking experience including care for animals. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] and responses must include two references with telephone contacts.

Virginia

AN ASPIRING OR ASSISTANT COUPLE OR SOLO needed to join and learn from our happy team of three experienced Innkeepers. The [Contact info available to subscribers] is located in the Historic District of Harrisonburg in the center of the Beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. It is a beautiful well-established Inn, TripAdvisor top rated, Certified Virginia Green, Diamond Collection 10 Room property with a 17 year history. This is not a temporary position or transient position. The opportunity is perfect for a financially secure, mature person/couple who have a passionate desire that is matched with the “right stuff” to enjoy a good life as successful, happy and professional Innkeeper(s). Housing provided in one of the private apartments on our [Contact info available to subscribers] with a cash amount commensurate with their work ethic, skill set and competency level. We operate as a professional Innkeeping tag team with scheduled time off and involvement in community life. Only easy going, happy people with smiles work here! If you qualify, please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] to and read the details and application procedures to join our Innkeeping team (and read our TripAdvisor reviews). A video Skype interview with [Contact info available to subscribers] (the owner and Master Innkeeper) will be an essential part of your application portfolio. For more details, please email

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WORK AND HOME WANTED TOGETHER. I’m looking to be your Property Caretaker/Ranch Hand in Northern Monterey County/Santa Cruz County, California. I’m an adult male in search of an honest home with honest work as your home and property caretaker/ranch hand/animal caretaker. Would like to find a private home, small house, cabin, cottage, large studio, detached room, trailer/mobile home (single wide type), barn with a loft, etc. Prefer the countryside or just out of town with a yard for my dog to be safe and a very positive and possible work exchange as home and property caretaker for all or part of rent and or you pay for my skills. I can do building maintenance and repairs, home and apartment remodeling, groundskeeper, gardening, ranch hand, animal care and more. I’m honest and reliable. My dog is very well behaved, very friendly and very clean. I will do all I can to help you and make your property a better place for all, and hope to find a long term home. I enjoy music and art I have a large collection of both. Please feel free to call me at [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

Tuesday, June 14, 2016

Australia

CARETAKERS NEEDED on a [Contact info available to subscribers] north of Broome, on Cape Leveque Road, Dampier Peninsula, Western Australia. [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for several volunteer caretakers, who would like to live on site at [Contact info available to subscribers] – is located 200km north of Broome on the Dampier Peninsula. It is the oldest Australian pearl farm and the only operational pearl farm open to the public. All meals provided and free tours offered on the farm. The role includes building and garden maintenance. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] and state any skills, tickets or trades you possess.

Hawaii

BUILDING AN ECO-VILLAGE AND FESTIVAL GROUNDS on [Contact info available to subscribers], an organic permaculture coffee farm in Kau, Hawaii. Needed for July and August: contributions from skilled carpenters, plumbers, electricians, set builders, cob artists, sound gurus and co-creators. Camping available with potable water. We are going to work hard and work pono. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] for details.

Texas

RANCH CARETAKER needed in Stephenville, in Erath County, Texas. The #1 traveling animal entertainment company in the U.S. is seeking an experienced, hardworking, self-motivated, full-time ranch caretaker. The position includes feeding and cleaning up after our wide variety of farm animals, caring for lawns, general repairs and maintenance around the ranch, etc. Must have experience caring for farm animals. Compensation will be based on experience/skills. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] between 8am-8pm for more information.

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LIVE-IN CARETAKER AVAILABLE in California; prefer Northern California or the Central Coast. Single male, 65, with much house sitting, pet-sitting/care, grounds keeping, light maintenance, gardening, cooking, and property/security guard experience. Available long-term or permanent. I do no smoking, alcohol, drugs or pot. I keep no pets. I have a current California driver’s license, registration and car insurance. My pickup truck is available to give you safe rides and deliveries. Can email you my resume with good references. I need clean, quiet living quarters with the above job. Please call soon: Cell [Contact info available to subscribers], San Francisco, California or email

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Monday, June 13, 2016

Arizona

SMALL HORSE RESCUE FACILITY in a remote area of southern Arizona is seeking a middle-aged couple or single person to be a live in caretaker. Must have your own transportation, as it is 13 miles to town. The facility does rehab of starving or injured horses and then re-homes them. Duties in exchange for living in a 28′ RV, furnished with kitchen area, pull out living room, upstairs bedroom, all utilities paid for including Dish, and Wi-Fi , are to clean stalls once a day, feed and water twice a day. Total time to complete these duties is about three hours total so a person could still have a part-time job in addition. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] with your resume.

California

LIVE-IN CARETAKER NEEDED for a Duck Club in the Los Banos, CA area (approximately three miles east of Los Banos). We need a live-in caretaker, preferably a retired couple. This caretaker position requires living full-time at the site. Duties include landscape maintenance, cooking seasonally, living in a wetlands area and water management, and may require repairs to cabins as needed. A two bedroom double wide trailer, renovated two years ago, will be provided. A background check is required with a valid California driver’s license. Must love animals since cats live on the property for rodent control, and we have two dogs to keep the coyotes at bay. Compensation is negotiable according to your knowledge and ability. To apply, please mail your resume to

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Colorado

RANCH CARETAKER needed for a long-term position. Seeking responsible persons with cow/calf ranch background and experience to provide year-round care of 85-100 cow/calf ranch in the Northern Colorado Foothills. Duties include: irrigation of meadows, landscaping care and maintenance of fences, buildings, vehicles and equipment. Year-round housing and salary allows employees to have flexible hours for other interests or to enjoy semi-retirement. Only experienced qualified people will be considered. Credit references and your driver’s license records are required. All replies are confidential. Please fax your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Michigan

[Contact info available to subscribers] is accepting resumes for an “on-site” caretaker. Our HUD subsidized senior apartment complex is seeking a “live on the property” caretaker. Compensation is rent-free living in our one bedroom apartment in exchange for night and weekend light maintenance and emergency tenant assistance. Includes all utilities except phone and internet. There is no monetary compensation for this opportunity. Looking for a very friendly individual who can relate to seniors. Full background check and personal references will be required. Please send resumes to the following address: [Contact info available to subscribers] The deadline for submitting applications is June 17, 2016.

New Mexico

CARETAKER COUPLE needed. We are seeking a couple to live on our ranch and maintain the living quarters as well as cook and clean homes at a ranch in northeastern New Mexico. Ideally we would like to have him do the outside lawn care and maintenance full-time, with her cleaning and cooking part-time. Salary plus housing provided. Please email your resume and references to

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Oregon

SEEKING LAND STEWARDS, June 2016-. Located 30 minutes north of Huntington, OR, and 100 miles from Boise. This is an idyllic, remote 930-acre high desert land trust conservation project. Farmhouse on Snake River Brownlee Reservoir, with a view of Idaho. To protect this land long-term it needs ongoing attention to maintain and further restore its wild beauty. Nonprofit project involves preservation, restoration, maintenance of the riparian zone of Fox Creek, control of invasive weeds, etc. Basic responsibilities: caretaking the homestead-house, historic PO, outbuildings, equipment; care of orchard. Inspired work: control of Scotch thistle, creek preservation, etc. Covered: housing, utilities, project supplies. You can see more at [Contact info available to subscribers] Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] or call

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Washington

A CHRISTIAN CARETAKER COUPLE is needed in Spokane Valley for general property maintenance. Compensation includes on-site housing, utilities and a salary. Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, yard maintenance and house cleaning is required. Non-smoking, no drugs or alcohol. A valid driver’s license is required. Applicants will be subject to a background check. Please send your resume and references to Caretaker Position, [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Dependable family of three with an older dog seeks a caretaking opportunity in or near Addison County, Vermont. I work as a faculty member online and we are seeking creative housing opportunity that will allow us to contribute our skills in exchange for low cost housing while my husband pursues his PhD online and we raise our young son. We have skills in gardening, housekeeping, basic landscaping, small farm animal care, child care, and basic maintenance. We would be willing to offer 15-20 hours/week of work in exchange for reduced rent or housing. High speed internet is needed for our work/schooling. Please contact us at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thursday, June 9, 2016

Australia

NIGHT CARETAKER wanted at [Contact info available to subscribers] in Parramatta Park, Queensland. This is a great opportunity to save your rent and work for your accommodation. This position would suit an easy going person who does not drink alcohol, as it is a no alcohol hostel. We have a clean, quiet and safe place to stay. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] to apply.

Florida

[Contact info available to subscribers] has a job opening for a caretaker who will be responsible to secure the organization’s premises. The caretaker will live in a detached dwelling on the property while performing security patrol duties, such as opening the premises in the morning, closing them at night, and being on call during evening hours, including weekends and holidays. This is not a full-time position and more information regarding the work schedule will be provided during pre-screening interviews. The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications: * Must be able to live in a detached dwelling on the property. * High School diploma or equivalent. * Minimum one year of experience in the military, law enforcement or private security preferred. * Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays. * Knowledge of Patrol Techniques, Observation Techniques and Reporting. * Basic Private security license preferred. * Knowledge of the following preferred: Legal Issues, Emergency First Aid, Ethics and Professional Conduct, Emergency Procedures, Fire Prevention. * Good verbal and written communication skills in English. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. * Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances. * Ability to work without immediate supervision and dependence on others. * Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background and a drug test screening. For immediate and confidential consideration, please apply in person or forward your resume/application to [Contact info available to subscribers] Candidates are welcome to apply in person any time Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm.

Missouri

INNKEEPERS NEEDED. LIKE GHOSTS? Then you’ll love the [Contact info available to subscribers] Named one of the Top Ten places to visit at the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks, the most haunted home in the Midwest and featured on the popular television show the Travel Channel. The [Contact info available to subscribers], built in 1850, served as a country doctor’s office, hospital and funeral home. It has years and years of history with connections to the American Civil War and the notorious outlaw Jesse James. Located in the quiet Ozark countryside, the [Contact info available to subscribers] has four guest rooms and is located on a small farm complete with old out buildings, a pioneer cemetery and even a mass grave. In addition to comfortable guest rooms the [Contact info available to subscribers] conducts guided historical tours, hosts murder mystery dinners, special events, parties, weddings, etc. Our Innkeepers will be responsible for keeping the house clean and neat, preparing afternoon teas or wine tastings, breakfast and some evening meals. The grounds need to be kept mowed and clean including outside flower gardens. Our Innkeepers must have great communication and personal skills that make our guests feel welcome, happy and wanting to come back again. If interested, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Mexico

OWNERS SEEKING A RESPONSIBLE WORKING COUPLE for their ranch in Arabela, New Mexico, located near the Lincoln National Forest. Foreman duties include but are not limited to, checking and filling feeders, maintaining and upkeep of multiple houses located on property, tractor work, mowing, fence and road maintenance. Will also check waterlines and troughs and repair as needed, along with pond maintenance, brush trimming and clearing. The caretaker will be responsible for house cleaning, washing towels, sheets, etc., and keeping houses stocked and ready for guests. Previous ranching experience required along with medium-level handyman skills. On-site housing and utilities furnished. Salary dependent upon experience. Pre-hire drug testing and background checks will be performed prior to an offer of employment. Please respond in writing to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

CABIN, LAND USE AVAILABLE on a beautiful Southern Vermont property in exchange for caretaking/animal care. After three years, our current caretaker couple will be leaving on July 1st to start their own farm, thus we are looking for two adults who are responsible, conscientious, trustworthy, energetic and who meet our requirements, to take their place, to live on-site, full-time, in a picturesque, rustic, quiet, small cabin that is on a 100-acre beautiful property with a 230-year-old historic farmhouse, barns, and other outbuildings, in Windham County, VT. The cabin is across a quiet dirt road from our home and is offered in exchange for weekly chores which will include daily animal care (currently sheep, chickens), vegetable/flower gardening, light construction, pasture management, painting, land clearing, property oversight and snow removal. The caretakers must be competent at animal care, climbing ladders, cutting firewood, gardening, and keeping the property well-tended. We are not a B&B but we keep the place looking like one. Our current caretakers have their own sheep, chickens, bees, a dairy cow, and dog. We generally are happy for new caretakers to have similar limited animals (the barn, pastures and property are perfect for raising such animals). The work will involve about 20 hours/week, including weekend work (mandatory) – some for pay and the rest in exchange for the exclusive use of the cabin. We will also pay your utilities and provide a shared laundry room, use of the private trails/woods, sledding hills, pastures, tennis court, pond and nearby lake. The property is two miles from a quintessential picture-postcard Vermont village with general store and Post Office, and is 30 minutes from a larger, full-service town. The unfurnished cabin (about 280 sq. ft.) is insulated, has simple electricity, a Vermont Castings wood stove, a sleeping loft accessed by a ladder, and a covered porch overlooking a pond. There is no running water, kitchen or toilet in the cabin. Available for the caretakers’ use is a rustic “barn house” that is across the dirt road from the cabin, which contains a large camp kitchen, outdoor stone BBQ, bathroom with shower, laundry room, and three-season outdoor hot water shower. At times, the “barn house” is shared with other caretakers, and/or our guests but primarily is for the use of the caretakers. There is plenty of room for your own garden; a gentle dog and/or cat is fine. No smoking/drugs permitted anywhere on the property. The utilities are basic and the electric/septic system will not permit occupancy by more than two people. Experience with gardening, farm animal care, tractor operation/upkeep, property maintenance, chain saw/power tools is required. Being trustworthy, responsible, neat and considerate is mandatory. This is for a planned two to three year commitment or longer. Two persons are needed, as some jobs require such and to provide needed coverage. An extensive background check will be undertaken. Please send a detailed letter describing your current situation, your background and experience, skills and any questions. A telephone interview will be held with qualified applicants to further determine the best fit for all before meeting and showing the property. A start date around July 1st, earlier accommodation is possible. Please read the requirements carefully and do not respond if you do not meet our requirements. To apply, please email your resume and references to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include the words ‘Southern Vermont’ in the subject line for screening.

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NURTURING BEAUTY. Single woman with 30+ years’ experience in property/estate management, seeks a live-in part-time/full-time position in Northern California. Skills include: landscape design/maintenance, managing subs for building projects/maintenance, ordering/purchasing, bookkeeping/clerical, and large/small animal care/maintenance. Possible pet care situation, must be 2+ months. My last position was on a large estate. Will pass a background check. References and resume available on request. Currently in Sebastopol, California. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, June 7, 2016

Australia

PARK MANAGER/CARETAKER COUPLE wanted in Charlotte, Northern Territory. NT Adventure Park is looking for a Park Manager/Caretaker couple to live on site with their own caravan to undertake the following: look after the security of the park, keep the park free of rubbish, run quad and buggy tours during the week, maintain and keep clear the cabins, grounds, buildings, and infrastructure so as to ensure every guest enjoys their stay, mowing and maintaining of grounds, and general maintenance of plant and equipment. You will need a mechanical background and good bush navigation skills. Experience in managing parks, caretaking and/or hospitality would be useful. In exchange you will be able to stay in the park with use of the facilities for free and be provided with a wage. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A FULL-TIME RESPONSIBLE CARETAKER for our two dogs in Aurora, CO. The position requires someone to provide full-time companionship, love and care for the dogs, which includes feeding and watering, cleaning up the yard, along with supervised walks. We have two boxer dogs living there and the dogs have the run of the house and are our #1 priority. All care and expenses are taken care of. The dogs are trained, clean, and very friendly to humans only. They will not ruin or chew on your stuff. We are offering a free furnished room, with free utilities in our upscale house. The house is four bedrooms, two bathrooms, with a large fenced yard, new large deck, parking in front, washer and dryer, Xfinity Cable, Internet/Wi-Fi and free Netflix. We have a burglar alarm and security system installed. The Cherry Creek School District # 5 and Cherry Creek, Aurora and Quincy Lake walking trails are all within five minutes. We are 20 minutes from downtown Denver, and five minutes to the Southlands Mall. Very close to shopping and RTD, in a very safe HOA neighborhood. No smoking is allowed in the house, 420 friendly is OK, and no drama. We do not reside at the residence but office out of one of the bedrooms, five days a week. We have a two tenants currently residing there now – a middle-aged female and one female full-time student. The house is run as a Co-Op and we try to help out every tenant as much as we can. For comfortable reasons only – the tenants would prefer a female or a retiree. Serious inquiries only. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida/Missouri

LONG-TERM FEMALE CARETAKER/PARTNER needed to help work around Southwest Florida and Missouri Ozarks rural homes. Live rent-free, share utilities and living costs. Incentive having legal percentage in my Living Will for being a team member, however leaving will terminate agreement. Woman being honest, peaceful, progressive, enthusiastic, hard-working, physically fit, non-tobacco, love animals, and have a valid driver’s license. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mexico

WE ARE SEARCHING FOR A COUPLE with the “wow factor” to manage our remote [Contact info available to subscribers], Mexico. This is a unique opportunity to live, work, and experience one of Mexico’s most unique and diverse eco-systems. The position starts this August and runs through April 2017 with some small breaks in between. We’re looking for a confident, energetic couple to take over the management of our nine yurt lodge and eight members of staff. Reporting to our owner located 300 miles away in San Diego, the successful candidates will have previous remote experience and relish the outdoor life. This position requires Spanish language fluency. Also the required process with all the requirements for applying is listed here: [Contact info available to subscribers] Combined responsibilities within this management role include: full responsibility for guests during their stay from arrival to their departure; ensure ultimate guest relations in the lodge and that the “at home” personal attention levels are always maintained; management and training of the camp staff; managing and leading the housekeeping and guide teams; managing and working with pilot/guides; all administration pertaining to purchasing and logistics including orders, stocktaking and re-supply runs to San Diego; all administration relating to staff including registers, staff welfare and staff discipline; managing/supporting cook with any matters arising in the kitchen department; maintain the highest standards of housekeeping and maintenance to ensure that cleanliness, order and function is not compromised; scheduling and overseeing of maintenance of all equipment: boats, vehicles, sport equipment and lodge facilities; effective financial management through the administration of orders and stock control; effective communication and maintenance of lodge relations; and constantly looking for ways to further “green” initiatives and operations. If you have the background and experience for this remote position, Spanish-speaking couples should email their resume, a minimum of three contactable references (with email and telephone details for all recent references), and a friendly, professional, clear, head and shoulders photograph to [Contact info available to subscribers] We will be taking qualified applications until 6/15/16.

Minnesota

CARETAKER COUPLE needed. We are searching for a live on site caretaker couple for a condominium in Saint Louis Park, in Hennepin County, Minnesota. The work days are Monday through

Thursday, plus every other weekend. General maintenance and

cleaning required. CPO certified preferred. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

SEEKING A LONG-TERM CARETAKER for our beautiful 300 acre farm in Washington, Vermont. MUST have experience with hillside tractor work and chainsaws. Includes a small but sweet barn apartment. Maintenance work is seasonal, mostly mowing/bush-hogging (very hilly) and removing unwanted trees and brush and overseeing while we are away. This is a great situation for someone (or couple) looking for a lovely home and part-time outdoor work in a very special place. Negotiable annual income. Must be open and willing to develop a mutual relationship with us and the land. For more info please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN needed. The [Contact info available to subscribers] is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician to assist in maintaining an efficient operation, upkeep of the property buildings and assist in resolving other maintenance related issues. For more information and where to submit your resume, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] under the Home/Club Employment Opportunities tab. We are looking to fill this position immediately; all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. [Contact info available to subscribers] is an equal opportunity employer. Please send your Cover Letter, Resume and References to [Contact info available to subscribers] All incomplete applicants will not be considered. The deadline to apply is June 15, 2016.

West Virginia

EXPERIENCED CARETAKER NEEDED IMMEDIATELY for one to two months for a lovely semi-remote West Virginia farm. Duties include mowing, weed-eating, hiking property, light repairs, and dog care. Salary plus cabin provided. This would be best for a person or couple who enjoy nature, farms, and solitude. You’ll need a car, and be available 24/7 on the farm except for your days off. Looking for an independent, aware, non-smoking, calm self-starter with common sense. Perfect for writers/readers. References and background check required. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] No texts.

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NURTURING BEAUTY. Single woman with 30+ years’ experience in property/estate management, seeks a live-in part-time/full-time position. Skills include: landscape design/maintenance, managing subs for building projects/maintenance, ordering/purchasing, bookkeeping/clerical, and large/small animal care/maintenance. Possible house sitting/pet care situation, must be 2+ months. My last position was on a large estate. Will pass a background check. References and resume available on request. Currently in Sebastopol, California. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, June 6, 2016

Canada

CARETAKER NEEDED for high-end residential buildings. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a growing janitorial and building maintenance firm looking for team oriented and enthusiastic individuals to service high-end residential and commercial buildings most of which are transit accessible. Full-time, part-time and weekends day shift only, are available immediately in Vancouver, North Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam, and Port Moody. The caretaker duties will include meeting trades people, performing janitorial duties, performing minor repairs, having the ability to communicate in both written and spoken English, basic knowledge of computer (Excel/Word/email). Applicants must have no criminal record. We offer opportunities for advancement and attractive wages based on experience including comprehensive health and dental benefits! If you are willing to learn and be trained, Five Star will provide training. Compensation will be discussed with applicants. Please fax your resume and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

CARETAKERS WANTED. [Contact info available to subscribers] is immediately seeking a live-in innkeeper assistant and caretaker individuals to live on-site and/or intern, working in all aspects of running our small, beautiful mountain luxury bed and breakfast/Inn in beautiful Colorado. Live out, work and/or internships may also be available to the right people. Property Caretakers – we have an awesome job for the homebody who hates the idea of commuting! $9 – $12 per hour, including free living accommodations, rent, room, board, heat, hot water, electricity, Internet, phone, cable, trash, water, sewer, and even snow removal (although you may be the one getting paid while at work to do it!) an average of 40 hours per week, living on site free. Please send your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Michigan

[Contact info available to subscribers] needs a Full-Time Caretaker To Help Care for 40+ Horses and Property in Goodrich, Michigan. The apartment provided has high speed internet, cable, wash/dryer, all utilities, and a private entrance. Horse care would be five days a week, Tuesday through Saturday, and the day starts at 10am. Horse care part of the day tends to be a 5-8 hours a day, depending on what is needed, weather, and how fast you work. Requirements: 1. Basic equine first aide knowledge 2. Blanket/unblanketing as needed 3. Ability to operate equipment (tractor, spreader, brush hog, drag for pastures, PTO) 4. Clean barns run in sheds, water troughs 5. Feed, water, hay, body check horses for injuries 6. Hold for vet and farrier 7. 5+ Years of Experience in all of the above. This would be ideal if you grew up with cows and/or horses. 8. Maintain the equipment (change oil, etc.), maintain buildings (carpentry, etc.) put in Hotwire fencing, do wooden fence repairs, etc. Pay if fully qualified in all of the above is $100 per day for five days a week and free apartment. Please respond to

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New York

FULL-TIME LAKESHORE CARETAKER needed for a private camp in Bolton Landing. Experience in all phases of care, light meals prep, grounds, and operation of basic equipment required. A mature male is preferred. Boat, and automobile operation is essential. A pilot’s license would be a double plus. A private three room cottage, boat, car, food and small stipend will be provided. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

SEEKING A LONG-TERM CARETAKER for our beautiful 300 acre farm in Washington, Vermont. MUST have experience with hillside tractor work and chainsaws. Includes a small but sweet barn apartment. Maintenance work is seasonal, mostly mowing/bush-hogging (very hilly) and removing unwanted trees and brush and overseeing while we are away. This is a great situation for someone (or couple) looking for a lovely home and part-time outdoor work in a very special place. Negotiable annual income. Must be open and willing to develop a mutual relationship with us and the land. For more info please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

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LIVE-IN CARETAKER AVAILABLE in California; prefer Northern California or the Central Coast. Single male, 65, with much house sitting, pet-sitting/care, grounds keeping, light maintenance, gardening, cooking, and property/security guard experience. Available long-term or permanent. I do no smoking, alcohol, drugs or pot. I keep no pets. I have a current California driver’s license, registration and car insurance. My pickup truck is available to give you safe rides and deliveries. Can email you my resume with good references. I need clean, quiet living quarters with the above job. Please call soon: Cell [Contact info available to subscribers], San Francisco, California or email

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Thursday, June 2, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER COUPLE required for Roma district property in South West Queensland, 515 km from Brisbane. It is situated at the junction of the Warrego and Carnarvon highways. We have beef, meat sheep and goats. A comfortable air-conditioned house, meat, power, and phone provided. This would be a good position for pensioners. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

California

CARETAKER WANTED for a Mountain Ranch in Pollock Pines. I have a two bedroom/one bathroom mobile home trailer available (the trailer appliances run on propane) in exchange for help around the ranch and building tiny houses on trailers. Also possible is a live-in situation in my house for the right person. I have been inundated with replies so when responding please describe what abilities you have and work experience. I am leaning toward retired people or somebody who would be around a lot but will consider anybody who brings a lot to the table so to speak. Room for horses over three acres already fenced for the caretaker. There is also a very rustic cabin and plenty of trailer space available. Looking for somebody with experience with horses or people with carpentry/handyman skills and business management. A MacGyver type of person would be a plus. Must be a self-starter and it would be great if you have a lot of your own tools. A great deal of common sense is essential for living on a ranch and I can’t stress that enough. There are two trout streams on the property and plenty of places to garden. Unfortunately there is no 420 growing here. An apple orchard over one hundred sixty years old is still bearing sixteen different varieties of apples. There are also raspberries, gooseberries and loganberries to be harvested. I need help restoring the house that has half fallen down, as it was built in 1869. The ranch is semi remote, located five miles to the closest neighbor, but only fifteen minutes on good roads to Pollock Pines with major shopping stores and schools. There is excellent cell phone reception. The ranch is in generator country which means you need to provide your own generator as there is no electricity! We get quite a bit of snow in the winter so a 4-wheel-drive is advisable. There are possible job opportunities with the right people but nothing going on at the present moment. I need motivated people who want to help get the business going again and expand to build tiny houses on trailers. I have enough lumber cut and dried to build 10. This is an l64 acre timber property. I have sawmill, kiln and woodworking tools. Would like to find somebody interested in helping expand my lumber, cabinets and furniture sales. Also interested in turning the ranch into an equestrian campground and give guided horseback riding on the property and the adjacent thousands of acres of US forest land. I do have other caretakers so everything is not dependent upon just one caretaker. No drug or alcohol abusers please. There is a background check required. Please reply with your phone number to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Zealand

ASSISTANT MANAGER needed for our reception area and housekeeping. [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for an experienced, full-time Assistant Manager who reports to on-site manager, welcomes guests, leads our team and maintains tidy, clean rooms with our staffs. This is a full-time salaried role, with the flexibility to work shifts and weekends. Key goals include: ensuring the efficient and effective day-to-day operations of accommodation, and working with the team to ensure a high degree of cleanliness in all areas of the backpackers. We can offer you a competitive salary, car parking, and a private single room. If you have a genuine commitment and desire to learn, to develop your skill set and further your career, please apply today. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid work visa. For more details, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

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55-year-old male smoke / drug free, good health, good transportation. Looking for a salaried long-term caretaker position. Willing to relocate. Experience includes 30 plus years manufacturing (18 years supervision) 25 plus years roofing as side work, 16 years caring for a local doctor’s property. I’m looking to break the manufacturing mold as I find the caretaker type of work much more fulfilling. I look forward to hearing from you to discuss what your short-term and long-term needs might be. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, June 1, 2016

Australia

ONSITE PROPERTY MANAGER required for a residential complex located in Logan City, south of the Brisbane. As caretaker for a residential complex of 50+ townhouses, you will be dealing with both residential and body corporate matters on a daily basis and attending to the common areas. You will carry out regular complex inspections, identify building maintenance issues, attend company meetings, complete security checks, respond to after-hours emergencies, and maintain compliance reports. You will need 5+ years’ experience and be a licensed Letting/Property Manager. You will be expected to communicate with clients and customers in a professional manner and conduct their duties in accordance with the current company and legislative framework. You will be organised, have strong skills in relationship management, and be confident in taking care of all duties as the Property Manager. These include, but are not limited to, the administration, maintenance, and repairs of onsite facilities. This is a great opportunity for an individual looking to develop their career as a Property Manager for an exceptional corporation. You will be rewarded with onsite accommodation, as well as a generous $60,000 – $65,000 salary package, based on experience. If you’re interested in this role please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Minnesota

BUILDING MAINTENANCE/CARETAKER needed to live on-site in Edina. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a large, well established and highly reputable firm specializing in community association management of over 390 condominium and townhome associations in downtown Minneapolis, St. Paul and the greater metro area. We are seeking a live-in caretaker with maintenance experience for a lovely building located in Edina. This is a great opportunity for someone who is available week days during business hours. Duties include maintenance, cleaning of common areas, and limited management and on-call responsibilities. No leasing, cleaning or painting of individual units is required. Pool certification will be needed or must be acquired within first 30 days of employment. This is a great role for a retired or semi-retired person seeking a permanent position in a pleasant atmosphere. We are seeking someone who is conscientious, responsible and, personable, who enjoys working independently, has an eye for detail and strong mechanical aptitude. We offer an excellent salary, a lovely condominium unit (no smoking, no pets) with garage space, health and life insurance, paid vacation, 401K, paid utilities and phone. Interested candidates should fax their resumes to

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Washington

A FULL-TIME PROPERTY CARETAKER is needed for the [Contact info available to subscribers] The property is 18.5 acres with eight cabins, a large main lodge and outdoor kitchen. We rent the property out for weddings, family reunions and corporate training. We have separate living arrangements available for the caretaker onsite. We need someone to help the guests at check in, during their stay and at checkout. We have a local property manager who does the showings, scheduling and bookings for the guest stays who you would work with to assure the renters a great experience. Some of the duties will include the maintenance and cleaning of the buildings and grounds, mowing with a riding lawn mower and Kubota tractor, maintaining the equipment, and driving our Isuzu box truck to the dump etc. You would have no rent or utility expenses, just a beautiful place to live! To learn more, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] and then text

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CARETAKER AVAILABLE for an Estate or Country Home in Sonoma County, California. For the last several years I have been the resident caretaker for a 20 acre estate in Glen Ellen, CA. The property is being sold and I am looking to relocate to a similar working/living situation. I am a retired builder, a journeyman carpenter and a professional photographer. I’m easy going and very fit. I have great references. I would like to stay in the Sonoma area but would consider relocating. Please call or text

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Monday, May 30, 2016

Maryland

BALTIMORE, MD: Seeking a cat-loving couple to housesit for three to six months, starting mid-June, in my lovely, roomy 1880’s era, renovated home, also an Airbnb, (two to three spaces). I have two indoor cats and feed several friendly feral cats outside (all appreciate affection). My 1/4 acre yard, will need mowing, trimming and weeding and my potted plants will need water. Hi-speed internet and cable provided. It’s an inexpensive way to explore the Mid-Atlantic area, Baltimore Inner Harbor, DC, and Philadelphia. Convenient to mass transit, shopping, parks and bike trails. Please reply to [Contact info available to subscribers] ASAP!

Montana

POSITION AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY! [Contact info available to subscribers] is seeking a single or couple to work during this summer season. Duties include: food prep, dish washing, and cabin cleaning. Other odd jobs may be added on slow days. Must be comfortable in an off-the-grid setting and enjoy interacting with people. Ample time off to enjoy the area and go exploring: hiking, fishing, sight-seeing, birding, boating, horseback riding, etc. Compensation includes room, board, monthly pay, and a percentage of the tips. Please send a brief letter of interest and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] You may also call [Contact info available to subscribers] to get more details.

RANCH HAND/CARETAKER needed seasonal or full-time. We are located in southwestern Montana. Duties will include general ranch upkeep and maintenance, caring for mares and foals, yearlings and a few ranch horses plus some flood irrigation. If full-time, winter duties include barn chores, cleaning stalls and feeding. A three bedroom mobile home furnished, will be provided four miles from the ranch, in town. Please email your resume and work references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Zealand

BAG HEAVY? Want to put it down for a while and really know a place? Want to meet some like-minded, fun and outgoing people from around the world? Then this is the place for you. We are looking for help with the day-to-day turn-overs of our Lodge (housekeeping, cafe, odd jobs) – five hours a day, six days a week, and in exchange we will provide accommodation (a dorm with a maximum of six people) and three meals a day. The highlight of your experience will be spending time in Milford Sound itself, New Zealand’s top tourist destination! Most people only enjoy it for a few hours, and we are inviting you to enjoy it for a minimum of three weeks. Milford activities are also available after a few weeks with us. Please call us at [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information. Immediate start, couples and friends welcome. We are looking forward to welcoming you to the Lodge family for a while and being part of your NZ experience.

Oregon

LONG-TERM, PART-TIME JOBS AVAILABLE FOR A MIDDLE AGED COUPLE. Salaries provided with a secluded river cabin, paid utilities, and satellite TV. The property consists of two beautiful forested private islands. Positions are available NOW for a trustworthy pair to work on Oregon’s famed Rogue fishing river for an informal retired couple, with dogs. We are seeking an experienced gardener, housekeeper and good cook to maintain multiple gardens and lawns, feed horses, clean corals, run and maintain the farm equipment and irrigation system. Should possess cheerful sense of humors and respect privacy. Require a clean driver’s license and the ability to pass background checks. Sober habits – smoke free cabin. Please send resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Do you need someone to care for your home, business, family members, pets, house maintenance as you would? Experienced manager (house and business) seeking a long-term situation. Will treat your family, pets, businesses, home as if it were mine. One of a kind. Degreed, professional, mature, responsible, with excellent ratings and references. Bookkeeping, operations management, and quality/cost control experience. Multitasker. Insured. Excellent cook, and yes can do laundry. Fun to work with! You wouldn’t be disappointed in me. Please call

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Thursday, May 26, 2016

Australia

CARETAKE needed for our riverfront brick home and property in beautiful Baffle Creek, Queensland. We are 65 kilometers to Bundaberg. This would suit a mature, honest, semi-retired/pensioner couple or lady. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

DURANGO, COLORADO. Seeking a full-time caretaker for an 80 acre property. Job duties include horse feeding mornings and at night. Irrigation and lawn care in the summer. Snow removal in the winter. Horse knowledge and horse skills a major plus and will expand the possibilities. Two bedroom living accommodations will be provided in addition to utilities, a competitive salary and health care. Would prefer a couple, hard workers, non-smokers, self-starter, and detail oriented, long-term and stable. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] or mail resume to Caretaker Position, [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hawaii

WANTED – a mature landscaper/handyperson/gardener for a very rustic, off-grid family farm on East Maui. We are quiet and remote. Work three hours/day. Please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] to learn more and then email us at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mexico

WE ARE SEARCHING FOR A COUPLE with the “wow factor” to manage our remote Eco-lodge on the Sea of Cortez in Baja, Mexico. This is a unique opportunity to live, work, and experience one of Mexico’s most unique and diverse eco-systems. The position starts this August and runs through April 2017 with some small breaks in between. We’re looking for a confident, energetic couple to take over the management of our nine yurt lodge and eight members of staff. Reporting to our owner located 300 miles away in San Diego, the successful candidates will have previous remote experience and relish the outdoor life. This position requires Spanish language fluency. Also the required process with all the requirements for applying is listed here: [Contact info available to subscribers] Combined responsibilities within this management role include: full responsibility for guests during their stay from arrival to their departure; ensure ultimate guest relations in the lodge and that the “at home” personal attention levels are always maintained; management and training of the camp staff; managing and leading the housekeeping and guide teams; managing and working with pilot/guides; all administration pertaining to purchasing and logistics including orders, stocktaking and re-supply runs to San Diego; all administration relating to staff including registers, staff welfare and staff discipline; managing/supporting cook with any matters arising in the kitchen department; maintain the highest standards of housekeeping and maintenance to ensure that cleanliness, order and function is not compromised; scheduling and overseeing of maintenance of all equipment: boats, vehicles, sport equipment and lodge facilities; effective financial management through the administration of orders and stock control; effective communication and maintenance of lodge relations; and constantly looking for ways to further “green” initiatives and operations. If you have the background and experience for this remote position, Spanish-speaking couples should email their resume, a minimum of three contactable references (with email and telephone details for all recent references), and a friendly, professional, clear, head and shoulders photograph to [Contact info available to subscribers] We will be taking qualified applications until 6/15/16.

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

CARETAKER AVAILABLE in the San Bernardino County/High Dessert area of California. My name is Richard and I’m a 14 year Army veteran. I have a wife and three-month-old son and two well behaved dogs and I am looking for property to caretake and provide security to stay on location, in exchange for general maintenance and clean up. Have all my own tools and vehicles. I’m able to paint as well, as I’m an auto and diesel mechanic as well as a welder fabricator. Please call me at [Contact info available to subscribers] if you need a great caretaker. References upon request.

Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Australia

WE ARE SEEKING AN ONSITE CARETAKER for our Hotel, Caravan Park and Restaurant. Accommodation on site will be provided in return for being ‘on call’ after hours. You will also be paid an hourly rate for up to 25 hours of rostered work (reception, gardening, etc.). Please apply in person at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Maryland

CARETAKER COUPLE wanted in exchange for free rent in Rockville, starting immediately. Retired couple looking for freedom to come and go and do some light traveling without the worry of our house or our beautiful dog. Looking for a responsible, mature couple/person to live in our separate four bedroom house with its own swimming pool, fireplace, deck and fenced yard. This house is located adjacent to our own house and is accessed through a fence between the two properties. The primary focus of this caretaker position would be to hang out with our dog, and other assorted responsibilities related to the care of our home. We are very flexible and are looking for the same. A long term relationship is desired. Driver’s license, car, outside income required. Must pass a background check. Must be motivated to care for our house and dog as if your own! Please email your qualifications and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

UNIQUE INNKEEPER PARTNERSHIP WANTED: Seeking an enthusiastic, warm and friendly, talented, entrepreneurial individual/couple with hospitality experience to be our partner innkeepers in a 5-room, top-rated historic B&B in New York wine country. If you have ever dreamed of owning your own B&B, have all the necessary skills but maybe haven’t had all the finances to pull it off, this may be the perfect opportunity for you. The ideal candidates would have exceptional abilities to prepare multi-course breakfasts, impeccable taste in decorating/creating ambience, spotless housekeeping skills with attention to detail and ability to effectively manage housekeeping help, warm and engaging personality and a heart for creating magical experiences for guests, great organizational and problem solving skills, computer and social media skills, creativity for generating new ideas for packages, and revenue/profitability focused. Maintenance/woodworking/handyman abilities would be a huge asset as well. Salary plus profit sharing. Please email your resume/letter of interest to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Rhode Island

FACILITIES MANAGER/PROPERTY CARETAKER needed in Harrisville, RI. The [Contact info available to subscribers], located on 220 acres in Harrisville is one of the premier Shooting Sports Clubs in New England. Founded in the 1940’s, the 500+ Member Club boasts: a Rifle and Pistol Range, Pistol Pits, Trap and Skeet Fields, Sporting Clays and Five Stand, 3D Archery, a new Indoor Pistol Range, Fishing Ponds, outdoor Pavilion and a new Club House, Event Hall and commercial Kitchen. We are seeking a live on premise, full-time Facilities Manager and Property Caretaker to manage our facilities and property. In this role, the Facilities Manager/Caretaker will interact with Club Members and the general public in regards to the Club, Sporting and other social Events in person, by phone and by email, monitor routine and non-routine maintenance schedules and emergency calls for physical plant maintenance and repair, provide daily and routine maintenance and cleaning of facilities that include the Club House, Bar, Kitchen, Event Hall and restrooms, provide daily inspection of outdoor facilities and secure all buildings and club areas after dark, manage bar and general kitchen inventory and order to maintain stock levels as needed, purchase and receive scheduled deliveries from authorized vendors, suppliers and distributors for authorized club functions, purchase and pick up supplies and dry goods as needed from vendors and suppliers, provide detailed reports of supplies, ordering and cash-out, and maintain a daily log of activities. The appropriate individual will have demonstrated experience in the following: – Great communications skills for interacting with the public in-person, via phone and by email. – Facilities, property, club, event, restaurant or bar management. (Preferred) – Purchasing and management of kitchen, bar and/or event inventories and supplies. – Computer and reporting skills utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel, email and other tools. – A passion for the Outdoors, Shooting Sports and Fishing are highly desirable but not required. – Have a ServSafe Certification (Preferred). This is a full-time, on premise role with a competitive salary based on experience. On-premise housing is provided that includes electric, heating and cable. All applicants must pass a criminal history, drug screen, and credit checks. This is a drug free facility. Must have a valid driver’s license with a reliable and insured vehicle. Health benefits are not provided for this position. Please mail your resume and complete contact information to [Contact info available to subscribers] Please, no phone calls.

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

SEEKING A CARETAKER TYPE RV SITE ON PRIVATE/VACANT RURAL PROPERTY in the Graham, WA Area. My name is Ron, I’m 54 years of age, single, never married yet, and no kids yet, I have a small and good little business as a Hot Tub repair technician and Residential Handyman Service. I was raised and live by old school principals where honesty and a Man is only as good as his word either by handshake or written contract is simply who I am and what I try to uphold unconditionally. I have literally hundreds of return clients, customer and family friends that will gladly back my words. I’m looking for a spot for my RV in a more private country or rural setting with full or near full hook-up and internet access or capability. A vacant lot or summer home that could use a trustworthy property caretaker, maintenance person and diligent watchdog in trade for partial rent would be perfect. Thanks and feel free to call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, May 23, 2016

Australia

CAMP CARETAKER needed. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a Catholic School in the Edmund Rice Tradition which has over 1,800 boys enrolled from Year 5 to Year 12. [Contact info available to subscribers] is an outdoor recreational and education extension to [Contact info available to subscribers], located on the western bank of Lake Moogerah. It is currently undergoing an upgrade of the grounds and facilities. The Camp Caretaker is directly responsible to the Facilities Manager to ensure support to [Contact info available to subscribers]’s teaching and learning activities and other operations by helping to ensure a high standard of presentation and functionality of the entire camp location. The Camp Caretaker will undertake various property and project management tasks, comply with Workplace Health and Safety and complete ad hoc tasks directed by the Principal. This is a full-time continuing position. Full details of the position and application procedure can be downloaded at [Contact info available to subscribers] The applications closing date is Wednesday, June 1, 2016. Enquiries can also be directed to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

CARETAKER NEEDED in Sorrento. I have a one bedroom garage apartment available June 1, 2016. I need a caretaker to help with construction repair on my cedar sided two story home and around the small farm I have in Sorrento. The home needs some siding replaced, pole barn repairs, fencing, painting, lawn and pasture mowing and landscaping. Also have mini horses, donkeys and mini cows that I need help occasionally with. If you have experience in these areas, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] and we can discuss it. Thanks for your interest.

Mexico

WE ARE SEARCHING FOR A COUPLE with the “wow factor” to manage our remote Eco-lodge on the Sea of Cortez in Baja, Mexico. This is a unique opportunity to live, work, and experience one of Mexico’s most unique and diverse eco-systems. We’re looking for a confident, energetic couple to take over the management of our nine yurt lodge and eight members of staff. Reporting to our owner located 300 miles away in San Diego, the successful candidates will have previous remote experience and relish the outdoor life. This is a seasonal job, starting June 1 with personal breaks in between. Combined responsibilities within this management role include: full responsibility for guests during their stay from arrival to their departure; ensure ultimate guest relations in the lodge and that the “at home” personal attention levels are always maintained; management and training of the camp staff; managing and leading the housekeeping and guide teams; managing and working with pilot/guides; all administration pertaining to purchasing and logistics including orders, stocktaking and re-supply runs to San Diego; all administration relating to staff including registers, staff welfare and staff discipline; managing/supporting cook with any matters arising in the kitchen department; maintain the highest standards of housekeeping and maintenance to ensure that cleanliness, order and function is not compromised; scheduling and overseeing of maintenance of all equipment: boats, vehicles, sport equipment and lodge facilities; effective financial management through the administration of orders and stock control; effective communication and maintenance of lodge relations; and constantly looking for ways to further “green” initiatives and operations. If you have the background and experience for this remote position, couples should email their resume, a minimum of three contactable references (with email and telephone details for all recent references), and a friendly, professional, clear, head and shoulders photograph to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Nevada

RANCH CARETAKER needed as soon as possible. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a beautiful Hunting and Fishing Ranch, 100+ miles northeast of Las Vegas, in Elgin, a ghost town located between Caliente and Carp, Nevada. Elgin is located on the eastern banks of the [Contact info available to subscribers] is a game bird preserve open for hunting pheasants and chukar. We are looking for a full-time caretaker to live here. There is a place to live with full utilities. Must be a handyman. For more info please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

FULL-TIME MAINTENANCE/CARETAKER needed to live on-site on a Horse Farm in Nokesville. We are currently looking for an experienced horseman who can feed, turn-out, do some mucking at times, mow, weed whack, fix fencing, drive a tractor, etc. Applicant must be drug/alcohol free, have their own transportation, and a valid driver’s license. Applicant must be self-motivated, hardworking, honest, and love animals of all kinds. The position has the potential to include a small efficiency apartment for the right candidate, including utilities. Must have experience with horses and farm machinery. Pay dependent on situation (live on or off site, experience, full or part time). Please call

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Do you need someone to care for your home, business, family members, pets, house maintenance as you would? Experienced manager (house and business) seeking a long-term situation. Will treat your family, pets, businesses, home as if it were mine. One of a kind. Degreed, professional, mature, responsible, with excellent ratings and references. Bookkeeping, operations management, and quality/cost control experience. Multitasker. Insured. Excellent cook, and yes can do laundry. Fun to work with! You wouldn’t be disappointed in me. Please call

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Thursday, May 19, 2016

Australia

CARAVAN PARK CARETAKER needed in the North Midlands area of Western Australia. [Contact info available to subscribers] in beautiful Wildflower Country requires a caravan park caretaker for a period of three months commencing on July 1, 2016 for our forthcoming wildflower season. This is a paid position with approximately 20 hours per week required. Duties include taking of bookings and fees as well as liaising with visitors to promote the [Contact info available to subscribers] and enhance their experience. Your own van is required, with site and utilities supplied free of charge. Previous experience is an advantage. If interested, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] prior to June 1, 2016.

California

RANCH CARETAKER needed. You can swap caretaker work for living space in Templeton, CA. Looking for a mature reliable person. Must love animals. One hour to 1.5 hours of work per day in exchange for a small clean apartment provided. Please mail your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

CARETAKER COUPLE needed in Poncha Springs, CO. We are looking for a couple to manage a cabin resort in Poncha Springs, just 10 minutes away from Salida. We are a small family-owned resort with five cabins and a common room. We are located in a secluded and beautiful area at the base of Poncha Pass, U.S. Highway 285. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: general grounds-keeping and cabin maintenance, overseeing the care of the owner’s pets (two cats, two dogs, and two horses), reservations and office work, part-time cabin cleaning and bedding turn-overs, and other duties as requested. Housing in a 30 ft. Airstream Trailer is provided rent free on the property, but utilities are not included. Salary is negotiable based upon experience. Please email your resumes and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Georgia

PET/HOUSE SITTER NEEDED in the Atlanta outskirts for two weeks in early July. I have three adorable cats and two great dogs living in a farmhouse near the town of Tyrone. I need a friendly, reliable and independent house sitter(s) to take good care of them. The person(s) interested would also need to love the countryside and have their own transportation. This is a beautiful area with a lot to discover and simply enjoy. For further info, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Idaho

LIVE-IN BUILDING CARETAKER needed in Coeur d’Alene, ID. [Contact info available to subscribers], a 154-unit senior apartment building, has an immediate opening for an after-hours building caretaker(s) to be on call nights, weekends and holidays in exchange for free rent and utilities of a two-bedroom apartment onsite. This is a perfect position for a retired couple. Many of the after-hours calls are for lockouts with occasional emergencies involving falls or plumbing which are handled by calling 911 or on-call maintenance staff. Essential functions include on-call emergency response after hours, weekends and holidays, the ability to work cooperatively and effectively with a diverse group of older adults, respond to alarms in a quick and timely manner, the ability to discern whether to call 911 or a family member to help a resident, and Saturday trash pickup. To apply, please mail your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Pennsylvania

FULL-TIME PARISH CARETAKER needed. [Contact info available to subscribers], PA has an immediate opening for a full-time caretaker who will have both custodial and handyman responsibilities. The ideal candidate should have the natural drive to ensure that our church and facilities are consistently in pristine condition and takes pride in his or her work. The caretaker will be responsible for the overall cleanliness of the Church, Community Center and Education Center. Perform day-to-day custodial activities in a proper, effective and efficient manner. Use checklists or other work activity sheets. Clean and sanitize restrooms and common areas using established practices and procedure. Clean, dust, and wipe furniture and pews; sweep, mop, or vacuum floors; empty/clean wastebaskets and trash containers; refill restroom dispensers; polish metal fixtures. Prepare facilities, routinely changing room setups (moving tables and chairs) as required for various events and facility rentals, monitoring events, removing trash and handling building opening, night closings, locking doors, turning off lights, etc. Clean and sanitize kitchens using established practices and procedure. Perform outside cleaning and related activities such as sweeping, shoveling snow and salting, watering flower pots, etc. Assist in ensuring fire drills and emergency evacuation procedures are followed, and fire alarm equipment is serviced. Program HVAC system to support scheduled activities and events, and operate elevator equipment. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated knowledge of basic custodial equipment and functions; basic knowledge of cleaning products and the ability to relate well with staff and the general public. Candidate must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED. A minimum of one year of custodial experience and a valid driver’s license and access to a car is required. Living within five miles of Broomall is considered a plus. Compensation will be competitive and based on experience. To apply please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] and include the word CARETAKER in the Subject Line.

South Carolina

DOG LOVING SINGLE HOUSE SITTER OR COUPLE needed for our beautiful two story house in an upscale, safe, Myrtle Beach neighborhood. We are close to the beach, and shopping. We have internet access, weekly maid service, a large backyard deck, and an outdoor grille. We have three small affectionate dogs. One requires a medical injection each day. You must have your own transportation, and have the ability to give our dog daily injections. Our vacation is from July 1 through August 1. The house sitter(s) can arrive early, and stay a few days after August 1 if you like. A minimum of four references are required. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

HOUSE SITTER AVAILABLE in Santa Fe, NM. Mature, non-smoking, employed professional available to housesit your home, short or long term. I have a background in property management. Excellent references available. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] to discuss your needs. Thank you!

Monday, May 16, 2016

Canada

FULL-TIME RESIDENT CARETAKER required for a 103 unit townhouse strata corporation in Richmond, British Columbia. Requirements are good communication and organizational skills, janitorial skills, handyman duties including light repairs, pool and hot tub maintenance, initiative and a pro-active attitude. Previous experience required. This is a live-in position with a large one bedroom provided at below market rent. Compensation will be $42,000. Please reply to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Costa Rica

CARETAKER/RENTER WANTED. Costa Rica beachfront home in Zancudo, a small town on Gulfo Dulce. Contemporary 2-story, two bedroom/two bath, deck, laundry room, bodega, DSL internet, etc. Seeking a mature, non-smoking person/couple, one-year lease. Available August 2016. $400/month plus utilities and a deposit. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oregon

EASTERN OREGON, two different positions/locations available: #1 Northeastern Oregon in the Blue Mountains/Pines, this one is a paying job, RV space possible or old singlewide/fixable. Needing six acres horse fenced, rockbuck style and block retaining wall built for arena, plus odd jobs. #2 Ontario Oregon area, small ranchette, needs live-in help, Electromagnetic Frequency sensitive lady needs errands run, calls made. watering, ideal if also do handyman/carpentry/groundskeeping, no smoking/drugs, female preferred but open, possibly room for another horse or an RV too : ) Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

WE NEED A HOUSE SITTER for our home in the Town of Culpeper this summer. We will be in Europe and need a trustworthy house sitter to watch over our house and pets, and clean the pool. If you are interested, you will need your own car, demonstrate a love for pets, and provide at least four checkable references. After we check references, we would like to meet and have you stay here for one weekend, to ensure compatibility with our three dogs and two cats. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

Do you need someone to care for your home, business, family members, pets, house maintenance as you would? Experienced manager (house and business) seeking a long-term situation. Will treat your family, pets, businesses, home as if it were mine. One of a kind. Degreed, professional, mature, responsible, with excellent ratings and references. Bookkeeping, operations management, and quality/cost control experience. Multitasker. Insured. Excellent cook, and yes can do laundry. Fun to work with! You wouldn’t be disappointed in me. Please call

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Friday, May 13, 2016

Alabama

I NEED A HOUSE SITTER and animal caretaker for the months of July and August for my home and animals outside of Selma. I have ten acres. I will need to show and teach the house sitter how to feed and care for my animals. The house sitter must be an animal lover to care for my horses, dogs, and cats. The horses do not need exercising or brushing. For more details, please email

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Australia

CARETAKER(S) WANTED. Looking for an active, honest and reliable retired/semi-retired person or couple for my cattle property in Crows Nest, 40 minutes from Toowoomba, Queensland. Must have considerable cattle and horse experience. You will be provided, rent-free, a four bedroom house. Local references are essential. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

WINTER CARETAKER WANTED: Reliable and rugged individual, family or companions to live in a rural Vermont home, in exchange for caretaking duties from September 2016 through May 2017. Resident on property, the Caretaker is the point person during the winter when the owners are absent. Furnished apartment with propane appliances, propane, wood stove provided. The 400 acre property is isolated, with exquisite scenery and wildlife; lakes, forest, meadows surrounded by protected land in Mt. Holly, Vermont. Additional employment is available in nearby Ludlow and ski areas. You can view details – no password needed at [Contact info available to subscribers] Please email your resume and cover letter to

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CABIN, LAND USE AVAILABLE on a beautiful Southern Vermont property in exchange for caretaking/animal care. After three years, our current caretaker couple will be leaving on July 1st to start their own farm, thus we are looking for two adults who are responsible, conscientious, trustworthy, energetic and who meet our requirements, to take their place, to live on-site, full-time, in a picturesque, rustic, quiet, small cabin that is on a 100-acre beautiful property with a 230-year-old historic farmhouse, barns, and other outbuildings, in Windham County, VT. The cabin is across a quiet dirt road from our home and is offered in exchange for weekly chores which will include daily animal care (currently sheep, chickens), vegetable/flower gardening, light construction, pasture management, painting, land clearing, property oversight and snow removal. The caretakers must be competent at animal care, climbing ladders, cutting firewood, gardening, and keeping the property well-tended. We are not a B&B but we keep the place looking like one. Our current caretakers have their own sheep, chickens, bees, a dairy cow, and dog. We generally are happy for new caretakers to have similar limited animals (the barn, pastures and property are perfect for raising such animals). The work will involve about 20 hours/week, including weekend work (mandatory) – some for pay and the rest in exchange for the exclusive use of the cabin. We will also pay your utilities and provide a shared laundry room, use of the private trails/woods, sledding hills, pastures, tennis court, pond and nearby lake. The property is two miles from a quintessential picture-postcard Vermont village with general store and Post Office, and is 30 minutes from a larger, full-service town. The unfurnished cabin (about 280 sq. ft.) is insulated, has simple electricity, a Vermont Castings wood stove, a sleeping loft accessed by a ladder, and a covered porch overlooking a pond. There is no running water, kitchen or toilet in the cabin. Available for the caretakers’ use is a rustic “barn house” that is across the dirt road from the cabin, which contains a large camp kitchen, outdoor stone BBQ, bathroom with shower, laundry room, and three-season outdoor hot water shower. At times, the “barn house” is shared with other caretakers, and/or our guests but primarily is for the use of the caretakers. There is plenty of room for your own garden; a gentle dog and/or cat is fine. No smoking/drugs permitted anywhere on the property. The utilities are basic and the electric/septic system will not permit occupancy by more than two people. Experience with gardening, farm animal care, tractor operation/upkeep, property maintenance, chain saw/power tools is required. Being trustworthy, responsible, neat and considerate is mandatory. This is for a planned two to three year commitment or longer. Two persons are needed, as some jobs require such and to provide needed coverage. An extensive background check will be undertaken. Please send a detailed letter describing your current situation, your background and experience, skills and any questions. A telephone interview will be held with qualified applicants to further determine the best fit for all before meeting and showing the property. A start date around July 1st, earlier accommodation is possible. Please read the requirements carefully and do not respond if you do not meet our requirements. To apply, please email your resume and references to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include the words ‘Southern Vermont’ in the subject line for screening.

Virginia

[Contact info available to subscribers] in southwestern Virginia (60 miles west of Roanoke and 20 minutes to Virginia Tech) is seeking an assistant innkeeper. We are a 7-room Select Registry award-winning property located in the New River Valley. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years’ experience in a boutique lodging establishment and possess exceptional people skills. The right person should be well organized, have a sense of humor, enthusiastic personality with sensitivity and be self-motivated. Candidates will need to climb stairs and be physically able to lift at least 25 lbs. We are a non-smoking and pet-free property. The job requirements include reservations, guest check-in and departure, breakfast preparation, some housekeeping, marketing, computer literate, superstar in the owner’s absence. Housing provided along with paid vacation and salary commensurate with experience. This is a full-time year round position. Please forward your resume with cover letter and salary requirements to

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I am a hard-working and experienced caretaker looking for a summer job near Tahoe this year. I am trustworthy and clean. I have found that my standards for cleanliness are far above most others. My experience is in sales, customer hospitality and property management. I have a knack for organization and multi-tasking. I have over one year of experience caretaking for a 24 unit apartment complex in Downtown Reno. Duties include tenant relations, building upkeep and light outdoor grounds-keeping. I have previous experience maintaining a garden and enjoy doing so. My current boss has entrusted me to handle large amounts of money and bank accounts with no issue. I am resourceful and always get the job done. I would like to get out of the city this summer. I am a mid-thirties single (totally unattached) and a lovely lady who is likable. I rarely drink. I don’t do drugs or smoke pot. I barely use caffeine and nicotine. I’m working on an online correspondence class and would like to use this summer to complete my studies in a relaxed environment while I build up energy to continue my career in real estate and property management. If you have a property in the Tahoe area that requires a caretaker I will be happy to discuss the opportunity with you. I have great references and good vibes. Thank you for your time and consideration! Namaste. Please call

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Wednesday, May 11, 2016

Arizona

CARETAKERS NEEDED on a remote cattle ranch in northern Arizona in the cool pines, north of Flagstaff. Our nearest neighbor is two miles away. You will need your own 4-wheel-drive to get around in this 6,000 elevation. Duties include: light livestock feeding as needed, starting the generator, watching over the place, and building a fire each morning in the main house. No salary. Utilities, meat, and space for a motor home or trailer parking available in exchange for caretaker duties. Would like to find caretakers who can stay here long-term, since we travel a lot. We are looking for a caretaker couple who can start here around July 1, 2016. We will need to do a background check on all applicants. Please email why you would be interested in this long-term caretaker position and include references who we can contact to

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Colorado

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A FULL-TIME RESPONSIBLE CARETAKER for our two dogs in Aurora, CO. The position requires someone to provide full-time companionship, love and care for the dogs, which includes feeding and watering, cleaning up the yard, along with supervised walks. We have two boxer dogs living there and the dogs have the run of the house and are our #1 priority. All care and expenses are taken care of. The dogs are trained, clean, and very friendly to humans only. They will not ruin or chew on your stuff. We are offering a free furnished room, with free utilities in our upscale house. The house is four bedrooms, two bathrooms, with a large fenced yard, new large deck, parking in front, washer and dryer, Xfinity Cable, Internet/Wi-Fi and free Netflix. We have a burglar alarm and security system installed. The Cherry Creek School District # 5 and Cherry Creek, Aurora and Quincy Lake walking trails are all within five minutes. We are 20 minutes from downtown Denver, and five minutes to the Southlands Mall. Very close to shopping and RTD, in a very safe HOA neighborhood. No smoking is allowed in the house, 420 friendly is OK, and no drama. We do not reside at the residence but office out of one of the bedrooms, five days a week. We have a two tenants currently residing there now – a middle-aged female and one female full-time student. The house is run as a Co-Op and we try to help out every tenant as much as we can. For comfortable reasons only – the tenants would prefer a female or a retiree. Serious inquiries only. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Jersey

SINGLE INDIVIDUAL wanted as a Maintenance/Caretaker for a 19 room rooming house in Keansburg, NJ. Responsibilities include housekeeping and light landscaping. Must live on site. The caretaker receives a small stipend and a rent-free, small one-bedroom, as compensation. The ideal candidate will ensure the proper maintenance and upkeep of the facility is done, assists in developing consumer’s ability to maintain individual residents on basic cleaning and safety, establish and execute a formalized preventative maintenance schedule for the facility, i.e. changing locks, changing lighting fixtures, stripping and waxing floors, installing shades, etc., submit requisitions for necessary maintenance/repair supplies to the residential services manager on a weekly basis and control the inventory of supplies, complete the monthly physical plant and fire safety audit of the facility, and participate in moving clients in and out of the facility. Resumes may be faxed to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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WORK AND HOME WANTED TOGETHER. I’m looking to be your Property Caretaker/Ranch Hand in Northern Monterey County/Santa Cruz County, California. I’m an adult male in search of an honest home with honest work as your home and property caretaker/ranch hand/animal caretaker. Would like to find a private home, small house, cabin, cottage, large studio, detached room, trailer/mobile home (single wide type), barn with a loft, etc. Prefer the countryside or just out of town with a yard for my dog to be safe and a very positive and possible work exchange as home and property caretaker for all or part of rent and or you pay for my skills. I can do building maintenance and repairs, home and apartment remodeling, groundskeeper, gardening, ranch hand, animal care and more. I’m honest and reliable. My dog is very well behaved, very friendly and very clean. I will do all I can to help you and make your property a better place for all, and hope to find a long term home. I enjoy music and art I have a large collection of both. Please feel free to call me at [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

Monday, May 9, 2016

Australia

ACTIVE COUPLE needed to manage a remote coastal tourist camp, located 25 minutes from Kalumburu, in Western Australia for the tourist season (now through September). Basic accommodation available or bring own 4WD camper. There is an opportunity to learn from and meet traditional owners in return, for your maintenance skills, good humor and tourism experience. Water, electricity and Internet provided. To discuss further, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] at Kalumburu.

France

PET/HOUSE SITTER REQUIRED for just three days to look after two Golden Retrievers in Bressuire, overlooking the Dolo, a tributary of the Argenton. The time period will initially be for the 3rd of June to the 5th of June inclusive, hopefully leading to other possible dates if possible. To discuss this further, local pet/house sitters should please telephone [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oklahoma

CARETAKER NEEDED for a small working ranch/training facility. Long-term stability, a peaceful environment, and private, fully furnished, nicely appointed rent-free accommodations for up to two adults with paid utilities and DirecTV are all part of the numerous benefits included in the caretaker position that is currently available at our ranch and training/breeding facility located in Southern Oklahoma. The daily duties for the caretaking position are simple and straightforward. There are no long hours, heavy lifting, or arduous labor such as cleaning stalls or carrying bales of hay. This is not a grunt job. The caretaker(s) will assist owners with feeding, watering, and caring for horses and other livestock at least twice a day in addition to providing security. We offer long-term stable, secure, peaceful, rent-free, tax-free fully furnished, nicely appointed living accommodations in exchange for caretaking duties as described. Qualified caretaker candidates will be mature, not less than 45 years of age, in relatively good physical condition and without any type of medical condition that would prohibit or limit their ability to assist the owners and perform the various daily tasks of the caretaker position. Along with these specific requirements a qualified candidate will have a verifiable background, references, and both knowledge and work history that reflects ranching or caretaking experience that includes daily care of 15 or more horses as well as cattle. This position is for a working ranch – not a hobby farm. Candidates for this position must have verifiable references reflective of having performed work on a ranch, farm, or at a training or breeding facility. Candidates must be able to handle horses of all ages if necessary. Riding is not a requirement but would be appreciated. Additional employment opportunities are available for applicants with maintenance, handyman, mechanical, administrative or computer skills. We are laid back, low key, and easy to get along with under most circumstances. We treat our employees with the same courtesy, respect, honesty, and fairness that we expect in return. Worthy candidates for this position are invited to come share with us and enjoy the peaceful environment of our ranch and training/breeding facility that is also our private sanctuary, personal space, and the headquarters of our numerous business enterprises. With all this in mind, we aren’t trying to fill this position quickly or with simply anyone who qualifies. We are looking for the ideal candidate that not only meets the qualifications, but also understands our chosen lifestyle, accepts and adopts our way of doing things, and fits in with all that we do. We hope to find someone who is savvy enough to both acknowledge and appreciate the numerous benefits associated with this unique position. If you qualify, please send a detailed resume or chronological outline of your recent work history along with a list of verifiable references for immediate consideration to [Contact info available to subscribers] You may call or text [Contact info available to subscribers], Monday – Saturday, 8AM-8 PM, for more information and to schedule an interview.

Texas

DALLAS, TEXAS. Seeking a mature, energetic couple for a long-term, live-in position. Full-time, includes rotating on-call time. Private furnished guesthouse, with utilities and salary provided. Must be self-motivated, honest, dependable and hardworking. Common sense a must! Need team players, with excellent English. Grounds and buildings are immaculately maintained. Home maintenance and groundskeeping experience required. Duties also include general/detailed housekeeping, some cooking, laundry, ironing and chauffeuring. Must be computer literate, have a valid driver’s license and be drug free. Please email your cover letter, resumes and photo to

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Happy Couple OMMP growers looking for a place to call home in the Sandy Oregon area. I am a massage therapist/yoga teacher. My partner is a teacher. We have two cats and enjoy a peaceful life. Family is the reason for our move from the Oregon coast. We have Organic Gardening methods and can assist in cultivating your property. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Do you need someone to care for your home, business, family members, pets, house maintenance as you would? Experienced manager (house and business) seeking a long-term situation. Will treat your family, pets, businesses, home as if it were mine. One of a kind. Degreed, professional, mature, responsible, with excellent ratings and references. Bookkeeping, operations management, and quality/cost control experience. Multitasker. Insured. Excellent cook, and yes can do laundry. Fun to work with! You wouldn’t be disappointed in me. Please call

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Thursday, May 5, 2016

Australia

PARK MANAGER/CARETAKER COUPLE wanted in Charlotte, Northern Territory. [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a Park Manager/Caretaker couple to live on site with their own caravan to undertake the following: look after the security of the park, keep the park free of rubbish, run quad and buggy tours during the week, maintain and keep clear the cabins, grounds, buildings, and infrastructure so as to ensure every guest enjoys their stay, mowing and maintaining of grounds, and general maintenance of plant and equipment. You will need a mechanical background and good bush navigation skills. Experience in managing parks, caretaking and/or hospitality would be useful. In exchange you will be able to stay in the park with use of the facilities for free and be provided with a wage. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

SEEKING A LIVE-IN INNKEEPER COUPLE to operate a new luxury 5-room Bed and Breakfast, in Plymouth, CA, beautiful Amador Wine Country. This is a full-time, year round position. The ideal applicant will have 3+ years Innkeeper or Hotel Operations experience, professional appearance, excellent customer service and communication skills, enjoys interacting and caring for guests, loves to entertain groups and show off their culinary skills, self-motivated, energetic, tidy, organize and prioritize with little supervision, computer savvy, and eager to be friendly, courteous hosts that manage phone/reservations, check-in/checkout, guest services, record keeping, oversee housekeeping, provide tours, manage supplies/inventory, grocery shopping, and prepare/serve daily hot gourmet breakfast. The compensation package includes salary, free accommodations, utilities, and scheduled time off. No smoking/pets/children. Vehicle required. If you are attracted to living in a vineyard and qualified to turn this business into a raving success, please email your cover letter, resume and references to

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Hawaii

SEEKING ONE COUPLE ONLY (retired OK) to help run a three bedroom [Contact info available to subscribers] of the Big Island of Hawaii. This is a work trade/possible profit share opportunity for self-starters or entrepreneurial minded folks. The positions entail housekeeping, greeting guests, answering the phone, placing ads online, lawn mowing, weed whacking, gardening, handyman, and construction. No smoking, drinking or drugs allowed on this sacred land. Must be friendly, dependable, reliable, trustworthy and honest. You will live in a private rustic cabin, so must love living in nature where the fruit literally falls off the trees. Having a retirement fund, your own income or work at home job on the side is a plus. This opportunity starts ASAP. From then we can re-evaluate after one to three months to see if you are a good fit. Please send resumes with your work experience to

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Idaho

SEASONAL LODGE SUPPORT STAFF needed starting in mid-May to early October at [Contact info available to subscribers] in central Idaho. We are looking for individuals to assist at different areas at the Lodge. We are looking for housekeepers, servers, groundskeeper and maintenance help. The positions requires individuals who smile easily and will provide superlative guest service. Must have previous experience in the hospitality business including housekeeping, serving, grounds keeping and maintenance. Must have a professional attitude. Initiative is highly valued. Must work well under pressure and be a team player. Compensation will include salary, plus room and board, and two meals per working day provided. For your reference, please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] and then email your resume and references to

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New York

AWARD WINNING, BEAUTIFUL SOUTHERN ADIRONDACK INN in New York State’s Lake George/Saratoga Springs area. 31 year Innkeepers looking to sit back and mentor a couple to oversee the daily operations of a 13 room Inn (26 Inn guests) catering to couples. The couple should have individual talents that complement each other. Combined talents should include, knowledge of general maintenance, breakfast cooking and baking and the patience to oversee housekeeping and staff. A knowledge of computers and social media is a plus. Must be physically fit, energetic and hard working. No prima donnas! Must be willing to learn the realities of Inn keeping with the ability to multi task. Good people skills are important to interact with the Inn guests. Duties include everything the Innkeepers do. The Innkeepers are open to new ideas to better the guest experience. A one bedroom apartment in the Inn is included with a salary. Non-smokers preferred, no pets. If you ever thought that you might want to own a B&B one day, this is the perfect hands on training position. Please email us at [Contact info available to subscribers] you’re your resumes, references, and a letter stating why you would be right for this position.

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A MATURE PROFESSIONAL COUPLE is seeking a house sitting or property caretaking position in the San Francisco Bay Area. San Francisco, Marin, South Bay as well as the Monterey Peninsula areas. We will consider all types of housing. We have pet care, gardening and technical skills experience. Excellent references available. Please email us at [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information. Thank you.

Wednesday, May 4, 2016

Colorado

CARETAKERS WANTED. [Contact info available to subscribers] is immediately seeking a live-in innkeeper assistant and caretaker individuals to live on-site and/or intern, working in all aspects of running our small, beautiful mountain luxury bed and breakfast/Inn in beautiful Colorado. Live out, work and/or internships may also be available to the right people. Property Caretakers – we have an awesome job for the homebody who hates the idea of commuting! $9-$12 per hour, including free living accommodations, rent, room, board, heat, hot water, electricity, Internet, phone, cable, trash, water, sewer, and even snow removal (although you may be the one getting paid while at work to do it!) an average of 40 hours per week, living on site free. Please send your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Connecticut

[Contact info available to subscribers] located in Northwestern Connecticut, is seeking an energetic, extroverted and friendly individual or couple to serve as Innkeeper or Assistant Innkeeper. Responsibilities include customer service and management of this 17-room Inn that include reservations, housekeeping, cooking, supervising staff, marketing, administration, financial reports to management, and concierge services. The position requires multi-tasking, excellent organizational skills, strong leadership ability, and flexible availability during the evenings, weekends, and holidays. Impeccable attention to detail is what makes our guests’ stay memorable. The position offers an extraordinary opportunity for the right person or couple. Our season runs from May 1 – October 31. Prior employment in hospitality or guest services is preferred, and salary will be commensurate with experience. Additional details can be found at [Contact info available to subscribers] If interested, please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

North Carolina

[Contact info available to subscribers] in Montreat, North Carolina, is seeking a live-in Director and General Manager. This iconic stone 32-room Inn and conference center, nestled in the heart of the North Carolina Mountains, has been recently renovated, is in excellent physical condition, and is financially healthy. The Board of Trustees seeks a friendly, caring, resourceful, diligent, multi-talented miracle-worker with experience in the hospitality industry to run the day-to-day operations of the Lodge. If that is you, and the mountains are calling, please send your resume, together with a cover letter stating your interest to [Contact info available to subscribers] on or before May 25. Additional details can be found at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tennessee

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for [Contact info available to subscribers] in Alexandria, TN. We need your help to clear out a 1,800 sq. ft. home for the current and future caretakers to stay, in order to start the necessary repair and continued maintenance needed to save our animal sanctuary. This home has been disrespected in the past and is in rough shape but has also been used for storage. We need people to volunteer to help us clear out the home for it to be cleaned and repaired. Calling all animal lovers, community service groups, etc. In return you become a part of a huge effort in the animal community, a permanent member of [Contact info available to subscribers], and a welcomed visitor any time. We hope to have the place cleared out by latest May 22nd if possible and will have scheduled volunteer days each weekend between now and then…if we can get the help. Saturday may 14th and Sunday may 15th will be a special volunteer camping experience for those of you who would like to spend some quality time on our beautiful 134 acre farm while putting in volunteer hours both days. We will provide food and any protective cleaning gear needed. You can enjoy getting to know other volunteers, spending time with horses, dogs, birds, cats, peacocks, and even an emu, and joining us for s’mores and campfire entertainment. We are looking into any local outfitters that may donate some rental tents for the weekend for those of you who would like to stay and don’t have one. We can’t even express how grateful we are for any help. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you for your time and consideration. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization.

Wisconsin

LIVE-IN CARETAKER COUPLE needed. Do you enjoy working outdoors? Do like to hunt and fish? A long-term, live-in caretaker/groundskeeper position is available on a beautiful private lake estate near Pickerel, WI on 700 private acres. A three bedroom home will be provided. The caretaker couple will have the full use of the property, and must have a strong work ethic, be trustworthy and have a sense of responsibility. Must be self-motivated and able to work without supervision. Duties include but not limited to, lawn care, trail maintenance, vehicle maintenance, and general handyman skills, including work with a chainsaw and power tools. Winter responsibilities are generally limited to snow plowing. The ideal candidate would be a recently retired couple with an outside income. A small salary will be provided. Please email your resume and references to

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Do you need someone to care for your home, business, family members, pets, house maintenance as you would? Experienced manager (house and business) seeking a long-term situation. Will treat your family, pets, businesses, home as if it were mine. One of a kind. Degreed, professional, mature, responsible, with excellent ratings and references. Accounting, operations management, and quality/cost control experience. Multitasker. Bonded/insured. Excellent cook, and yes can do laundry. Fun to work with! You wouldn’t be disappointed in me. Please call

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JILL OF ALL TRADES: single woman, no dependents, no pets, early fifties. I have worked in private homes for 30 years as a professional house manager, personal assistant, cook, nanny, elder care, housekeeper and pet caretaker. I am seeking a long-term caretaking, house management or nanny position anywhere outside of California or outside U.S. Excellent references. Honest, hard-working, good soul, dependable, smart, and will pass a background check. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for a copy of my resume. Thank you.

Monday, May 2, 2016

Australia

FARM CARETAKER NEEDED. This unique opportunity has become available for an experienced farm caretaker to live on site and maintain a small 30 acre rural holding, located in western Sydney. This role will suit a mature and active person with a rural background and previous farm management/caretaking experience. Key criteria will be the maintenance of all property, fences and buildings, care and maintenance of all farm plant and equipment (including pumps and water supply to property, as well as tractor and other farm vehicles), lawn and seasonal paddock maintenance, including irrigation, mowing, fertilizing, weed control as required, and assisting other animal care staff with the day-to-day care and welfare of all animals onsite (dogs, cats and horses). To be successful you will have proven hands-on farm management/caretaking experience, the ability operate and maintain farm machinery (i.e. tractor, mowers, pumps), previous experience working with and handling dogs, cats and/or horses, a valid driver’s license, the ability to work unsupervised, be trustworthy and display high levels of confidentiality, and a good understanding of these responsibilities. A comfortable accommodation in a beautiful rural setting will be provided as part of your salary package. To apply, Australian residents should email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] or call Peter for more information on [Contact info available to subscribers]

Minnesota

[Contact info available to subscribers] is a large, well established and highly reputable firm specializing in community association management of over 360 condominium and town home associations in downtown Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the greater metro area. We are seeking a full-time, live-in, caretaker team for a lovely building located in downtown Minneapolis. This is a great opportunity for someone who is available week days during business hours. Duties include cleaning of common areas, light maintenance, and limited management and on-call responsibilities. No leasing, cleaning or painting of units is required. This is a great role for a semi-retired team seeking a permanent position in a pleasant atmosphere. We are seeking conscientious, responsible and personable teams who enjoy working independently, have an eye for detail and mechanical aptitude. We offer an excellent salary, a lovely condominium unit (no smoking, no pets) with garage space, health and life insurance, paid vacation, 401K, paid utilities and phone. Interested candidates should fax their resumes to

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Washington Dc

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a long-term resident innkeeper’s helper starting June 1st. This position is great for someone with a full-time job, researcher, professional student that needs a place to live in DC. No couples. No pets. No children. No Parking. We offer one rent-free furnished private room with shared bathroom, in exchange for help. You must be a college graduate, non-smoker, non-drinker, must pass a drug test and background check, clean, excellent spoken and written English, must write great Blogs and post to Social Media, conservative, quick, multitask, detail oriented, organized, responsible, very dependable, kind, friendly, honest, conscientious and neat appearance. Since Breakfast is 50% of what we do, you must be able to cook, we offer some training. Please send your resume and cover letter explaining your situation to

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Wisconsin

NEED A FULL-TIME, RESIDENT CARETAKER for a northwestern Wisconsin trout stream retreat on 1,650 forested acres, which has been used as a weekend retreat by the owners since 1920’s. Salary plus free onsite housing provided. Building, grounds, machine, trail, road, fence and owners’ cabins maintenance work. Four owners’ cabins and ten outbuildings. The owner will train the caretaker to operate the simple, on-site fish hatchery. The caretaker should be mechanically inclined, physically fit, and capable of operating a skid steer, tractor, ATV, snowmobile, snow plow, chain saw, etc. This is a great opportunity for an outdoors oriented person. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wyoming

WANT TO SPEND SOME TIME (June – September) on a non-working ranch between The Big Horn Mountains and Sheridan? This is an opportunity for someone – writer, graduate student, retiree, or couple – to have use of a beautifully situated, recently restored, vintage ranch house (kitchen, living room, two bedrooms, bathroom, two porches, Wi-Fi) in exchange for 20 hours a week (mainly yard work/errands, at $10 per hour). Must have an insured, 4-wheel-drive vehicle for rutted roads. Preferably no children, pets, smoking, and no drugs. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] stating your background and possible dates. Personal/phone interviews and references required.

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QUIET SINGLE MALE is seeking a long-term house sitting or caretaking position in Austin, Texas. I have handyman, maintenance and technical skills and am very good at fixing things. I have experience with hospitality, pet care, gardening and landscaping. I will consider all types of housing. No kids, pets, smoking, drinking, or drugs. Excellent references can be provided. Please email me at [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

Thursday, April 28, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER/MANAGER needed. This is an opportunity for a couple, located 90kms east of Cloncurry, Queensland. Duties will include all facets of cattle work with mostly bikes and general maintenance on two properties. Grader and loader experience would be an advantage. No local school available. Local residents should call [Contact info available to subscribers] to apply. Thanks.

California

I AM SEARCHING FOR VEGETARIAN INDIVIDUALS interested in moving to Santa Cruz to help establish and build a thriving non-profit organization. Starting pay is minimal, but that’s not why you are joining me. As we secure grant funding, however, pay will improve substantially. This is not your run of the mill offer by any means. You have come upon a real opportunity to make a difference. No better ground level opportunity exists. Please reply with a brief description about your experience and qualifications. Filmmaking, non-profit organizing, media and grant writing experience along with a passion for environmental causes is a plus. Are you that gifted individual who deserves to be picked? Please briefly tell me about your qualifications and experience by emailing [Contact info available to subscribers] All the best to you.

North Carolina

[Contact info available to subscribers] in Montreat, North Carolina, is seeking a live-in Director and General Manager. This iconic stone 32-room Inn and conference center, nestled in the heart of the North Carolina Mountains, has been recently renovated, is in excellent physical condition, and is financially healthy. The Board of Trustees seeks a friendly, caring, resourceful, diligent, multi-talented miracle-worker with experience in the hospitality industry to run the day-to-day operations of the Lodge. If that is you, and the mountains are calling, please send your resume, together with a cover letter stating your interest to [Contact info available to subscribers] on or before May 25. Additional details can be found at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

A CHRISTIAN CARETAKER COUPLE is needed in Spokane Valley, Washington for general property maintenance. Compensation includes on-site housing, utilities and a salary. Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, yard maintenance and house cleaning is required. Non-smoking, no drugs or alcohol. A valid driver’s license is required. Also need resume and references and you will be subject to a background check. Please respond to Caretaker Position, [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Professional and reliable couple seeking a rural caretaker position. Former farm owners raised chickens, goats, and organic produce. We have retail customer service and property management experience. Husband is Eagle Scout with camping, mechanic, farm skills. Wife enjoys painting, sewing, and gardening. Please email

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Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Australia

ACCOMMODATION AVAILABLE on acreage at Greenbank, a rural-residential suburb within Logan City in Queensland, located 30 minutes south of Brisbane. You can start when you are available, preferably long-term. I am looking for an active single female or couple with room for your horse or pet, preferably with your own van. You pay only for utilities in exchange for helping a mature single woman with some house work, maintenance and feeding animals. Please call

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Montana

CARETAKER/JACK OF ALL TRADES needed at [Contact info available to subscribers], northwest of Big Timber, MT, nestled in the Crazy Mountains. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a family-owned and operated cattle ranch and guest ranch in the spectacular Crazy Mountains of Montana. The ranch dates back to the late 1800s and we’ve been taking guests at this location since 1965. [Contact info available to subscribers] is hiring a caretaker/handyman for an adjacent property owned and used in conjunction with the guest ranch, but about eight miles away across country or 20 miles via road. We are looking for a jack-of-all trade’s person from June 10 to September 13, 2016 for this property located in the foothills of the Crazy Mountains, thirty miles from the nearest town and accessed through eight gates. The job requirements will include, but are not limited to: maintenance and repairs of buildings including light carpentry work, operation and maintenance of a log splitter and chain saw, use of a mini pickup utility truck, pulling and cutting weeds, repairing corrals and wire fences as needed, familiarity with electricity and willingness to learn about a solar powered electrical system, maintenance and repairs to gravity fed water system, filters and pipes, being responsible for horse care and feeding when horses are on the property, having the ability to help with pack trips from neighboring guest ranch – including setting up tents, clean up and cooking assistance when needed, and housekeeping for the buildings on site. The person selected for this job must be a self-starter, independent with a great deal of integrity and able to work with minimal oversight, as the owners will only be there part-time and the individual hired will be at the ranch alone much of the time. One day off per week, room and board provided (although the employee will cook their own meals) and a monthly salary of $1,500.00. This is not shift work – you will be very busy here and will work six days per week. If interested, please send a cover letter, resume and three references of people for whom you have worked to

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Tennessee

RURAL TENNESSEE, 90 miles southwest of Nashville. A five acre – startup farm and artist retreat center – needs a caretaker for land and handyman assistance approximately 15 hours a week in exchange for room and utilities. Must have a vehicle. Immediate short term or longer term up to a year at least for the right candidate. Projects include moving firewood to dry zones, cleaning up fallen limbs, chopping or pruning trees, reinvigorating existing garden beds, regular oversight of property like sump pump, cistern filters, weatherize pipes, other handyman projects to discuss, and a weekly trash run. Basic care of house or camp cats, future chickens or grazing animals. No smoking/drugs/guests. Please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] to learn more, and contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

VERMONT WINTER CARETAKER WANTED. We need a reliable and rugged individual, family or companions to live in a rural Vermont home, off-the-grid, in exchange for caretaking duties from September 2016 through May 2017. Resident on property, the caretaker is the point person during the winter when the owners are absent. Furnished apartment with propane appliances, propane, wood stove provided. The 400 acre property is isolated, with exquisite scenery and wildlife; lakes, forest, meadows surrounded by protected land in Mount Holly, Vermont. Additional employment is available in nearby Ludlow and ski areas. You can view details at [Contact info available to subscribers] and then please email your resume and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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LOOKING FOR CARETAKER POSITION IN KAUAI, HI. I’m 69-years-old and I’ve been a house painter for 35 years on Kauai, but need to slow down a bit. What I offer is dependability and honesty. If you have a property that needs looking after, that also includes living quarters for a guest or caretaker, perhaps I could fill that need. I’m single, don’t smoke or drink. Please call

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Monday, April 25, 2016

California

CARETAKER NEEDED in Fiddletown, in Amador County, California. We are looking for a person who has experience working with grapes to live in a modest one bedroom, one bathroom trailer on our property. We offer housing in exchange for work. The ideal candidate would have a second job as the vineyard is less than five acres. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

SEEKING A FULL-TIME, LIVE-IN YEAR-ROUND CARETAKER for a top rated Historic Inn. The Caretaker/Guest Service Representative is responsible for caring for the grounds, quality of appearances, finds creative ways to improve efficiency/motivation of cleaning staff, and has the ability to perform light maintenance duties. The position requires the ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs., the individual is physically fit, and takes pride in his/her ability to provide services to guests, such as concierge service, breakfast assistance, taking reservations, and providing exceptional guest service. The individual possesses a positive attitude to provide an above and beyond service to guests from appearances ‘behind the scenes’, as well as be available in a customer service role to guests on a daily basis. Housing is available for each ideal candidate with a furnished room, walk in closet, bathroom, and shared common kitchen. Please you’re your resume and three references to [Contact info available to subscribers] No phone calls please.

North Dakota

CARETAKER/MAINTENANCE PERSONS wanted ASAP, couple preferred, to run all aspects from A to Z of a small “mom and pop” motel when the elderly owners are away. This includes assisting the owners as needed, including caring for our pets. On site living quarters will be provided plus a salary dependent on the persons’ abilities. Good organizational skills will be a plus. Applicants must have verifiable references. A background check is required. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] or email

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Pennsylvania

INNKEEPERS OR MANAGERS wanted. [Contact info available to subscribers] is seeking live-in Innkeeper(s). Duties would include light cooking/baking (breakfast only), cleaning, checking guests in/out, and some computer skills required and some light maintenance. Located in Northeastern Pennsylvania in the small town of Berwick. If you are a “people person” and are thorough to details and passionate about what you do – please call us! Hours vary weekly so you must be available as needed throughout the season. Experience in the hospitality field is preferred. Looking for the right person to run/operate the Inn. Please email your resume and references to

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Rhode Island

FACILITIES MANAGER/PROPERTY CARETAKER needed in Harrisville, RI. The [Contact info available to subscribers], located on 220 acres in Harrisville is one of the premier Shooting Sports Clubs in New England. Founded in the 1940’s, the 500+ Member Club boasts: a Rifle and Pistol Range, Pistol Pits, Trap and Skeet Fields, Sporting Clays and Five Stand, 3D Archery, a new Indoor Pistol Range, Fishing Ponds, outdoor Pavilion and a new Club House, Event Hall and commercial Kitchen. We are seeking a live on premise, full-time Facilities Manager and Property Caretaker to manage our facilities and property. In this role, the Facilities Manager/Caretaker will interact with Club Members and the general public in regards to the Club, Sporting and other social Events in person, by phone and by email, monitor routine and non-routine maintenance schedules and emergency calls for physical plant maintenance and repair, provide daily and routine maintenance and cleaning of facilities that include the Club House, Bar, Kitchen, Event Hall and restrooms, provide daily inspection of outdoor facilities and secure all buildings and club areas after dark, manage bar and general kitchen inventory and order to maintain stock levels as needed, purchase and receive scheduled deliveries from authorized vendors, suppliers and distributors for authorized club functions, purchase and pick up supplies and dry goods as needed from vendors and suppliers, provide detailed reports of supplies, ordering and cash-out, and maintain a daily log of activities. The appropriate individual will have demonstrated experience in the following: – Great communications skills for interacting with the public in-person, via phone and by email. – Facilities, property, club, event, restaurant or bar management. (Preferred) – Purchasing and management of kitchen, bar and/or event inventories and supplies. – Computer and reporting skills utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel, email and other tools. – A passion for the Outdoors, Shooting Sports and Fishing are highly desirable but not required. – Have a ServSafe Certification (Preferred). This is a full-time, on premise role with a competitive salary based on experience. On-premise housing is provided that includes electric, heating and cable. All applicants must pass a criminal history, drug screen, and credit checks. This is a drug free facility. Must have a valid driver’s license with a reliable and insured vehicle. Health benefits are not provided for this position. Please mail your resume and complete contact information to [Contact info available to subscribers] Please, no phone calls.

Washington

CARETAKERS NEEDED June 1, through October 15, 2016. A caretaking team is needed for a remote wilderness hot springs located in the heart of the Cascade Mountains of Washington State, 30 miles east of North Bend, Washington. Goldmyer Hot Springs is breathtakingly beautiful and off-the-grid in an old growth forest. We will consider a couple or two person team who have a stable working and living relationship. This caretaking position requires the caretaking team to live together in a small, but well appointed, cabin. There is on site power generation and propane heat. There is limited communication via satellite Internet, no television. The position involves being the onsite managers for the hot springs property. Duties include, checking in visitors, enforcing rules of use, maintaining the property and facilities and explaining the area to visitors. The successful applicants will be self-reliant, confident individuals who are able to work without direct supervision. The team should have experience with people and managing the public, a mechanical background and knowledge of hand tools. Amenities include a lovely cabin, satellite internet connection, and all the hot springs water you could want. Please mail your resume(s) and references to

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SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

Energetic and multi-skilled couple in our 30s, with past caretaking experience, seeking a long-term, salaried position. The skills we offer include, but are not limited to; general maintenance and care of properties, buildings and grounds (and custodial); light industrial; construction and landscape duties, including heavy equipment operation and maintenance. Clerical work, such as data-processing, office management, and record-keeping. Strong customer service skills, and an extensive medical background, which is helpful in emergencies. Drug and alcohol free. Proud parents of two dachshunds. Currently in Wyoming and looking to relocate mid-July. For complete resumes, references and photos please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Friday, April 22, 2016

Australia

ACTIVE RETIRED/SEMI RETIRED PERSON OR COUPLE needed for a cattle property 1.5 hours to Toowoomba, and one hour to Kingaroy, Queensland. Must have considerable cattle, horse and machinery experience, and be honest and reliable. In exchange, you will be provided, rent-free, with a three bedroom cottage, plus part power, plus remuneration for some other duties. Local references are essential. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

TRADE SPACE FOR CARETAKER DUTIES in East Gridley, in Butte County. Must be willing to trade RV or trailer space and electric and sewer hook-up for caretaker duties. The space is fenced and duties include watching over parked construction equipment and shop areas. Some additional duties may be required at times. This location is next to the Feather River on Hutchison. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] and leave a message that includes your name, phone number and three references. Thanks.

Florida

EXPERIENCED ESTATE MANAGEMENT COUPLE needed. Seeking a motivated couple to be Estate Managers for a beautiful property on the Gulf of Mexico in Naples, Florida. Responsibilities will include: * Overseeing outside maintenance, e.g., lawn care/landscaping services * Soliciting bids from outside contractors and supervising all projects on the property * Performing general “handyman” duties, e.g., light carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc. * Housekeeping duties including cleaning, laundry, ironing, pet care * Providing on-site security * Occasional meal preparation * Driving owners and their children as required, e.g., to/from airport, meetings, school activities, etc. * Running errands, e.g., grocery shopping, dry cleaning, etc. * Assist with the occasional oversight of other local properties as requested Will provide a small, comfortable, newly-remodeled house on the property, a competitive salary, and benefits package including medical coverage. Those with many years of experience working as a couple, with knowledge of every responsibility listed above, should email both resumes and references to caretaker@caretaker.org and include “Naples, FL Position” in the Subject Line, so we can then forward replies to the Agency handling this new position.

Vermont

ASSISTANT INNKEEPER needed at an 11-room mansion Inn in Southern Vermont. This is a live-in, year-round position. Primary duties include front desk, friendly guest service, general administration duties, breakfast serving (or possibly cooking), food prep and generally whatever is on “the list” to keep this very successful Inn running smoothly (including the occasional housekeeping, and laundry in a pinch). This person will also be the single point of contact for after hours. Prior experience, attention to detail, strong communication and computer skills and exceptional customer care skills are required. Housing and utilities will be provided. This position will require some split shifts and holidays with three weeks off in the quiet season. The ideal candidate is someone who works hard, can multitask in an interruption-driven environment and most importantly enjoys making our guests feel special. No pets or smokers, please! Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record. Background check will be conducted. To apply for this position, please contact us with a personal letter explaining why you would be perfect for this position. Also please send references and availability dates to [Contact info available to subscribers] attention Lynn.

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

LIVE-IN CARETAKER AVAILABLE IN CALIFORNIA. Single male, 65, no dependents, Have 30 years’ experience. Available right away, long-term, permanent. Can do house sitting, pet-sitting/horse care, grounds keeping, and light maintenance. Have landscaping, light irrigation, hospitality and home security experience for your house, farm, ranch, large and small properties in California. I prefer California. Retired professional tailor, and experienced handyman. Have much security guard experience, safety minded background, reliable, self-motivated. Able bodied, vegetarian, multi-task experience in basic house-keeping/cleaning, property maintenance, management, emergency preparedness, disaster prevention. Was neighborhood anti-violence organizer with non-profit groups in the 1970’s and 1980’s in the San Francisco Bay Area. Have basic skills in home gardening, cooking, clean up, hauling, accounting, book keeping, self-publishing, secretarial skills, computer, Internet, data intake, management, TV and Radio production, filming, recording, editing, duplication, etc. I do not smoke or drink, or do any drugs or pot. Have a current California driver’s license, registration and current car insurance. My Ford van is available to give you safe rides, deliveries, pick-ups, run errands and day trips in town, or country. I can email my resume with excellent references. Please call soon: Cell [Contact info available to subscribers], San Francisco, California. I need, a quiet, clean private living quarters/apartment or cottage with above caretaker position. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, April 19, 2016

California

SUMMER POSITION available “doing everything” from mid-May through mid-October, in the Northern California High Sierras on one square mile at Caples Lake. Salary and housing provided. For photos and to learn more, please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] and then contact us to apply for this position. Thanks.

Canada

[Contact info available to subscribers] in Maple Ridge, British Columbia is seeking an energetic, organized, and self-directed couple with a positive attitude for the position of live-in caretaker and forest ambassador. The caretaker is responsible for being on-site during non-office hours (4pm until 8am weekdays; all weekends and stat holidays). The full-time caretaker position includes the residency of a three bedroom, one bath recently renovated home, electricity and natural gas, one lockable garage space and storage area and a monthly salary. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: interacting with the public on an ongoing basis, providing security during all non-office hours, acting as a point of contact for any emergencies or incidents outside of office hours, maintaining the caretaker residence and performing light renovation work, performing all required grounds keeping duties around the caretaker house and office, and general maintenance of the public parking lots and the exterior gate. The caretaker position requires: a valid driver’s license, excellent customer service and communication skills, the ability to work with minimal direction, strong project follow through, the ability to pass a background check, being authorized to work in Canada, being fluent in English, written and spoken, a non-smoker, neat, clean and organized, and you must be able to live on-site. The anticipated start date is June 15, 2016. To apply, please email [Contact info available to subscribers] with your qualifications or phone [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Colorado

CARETAKERS WANTED for a Colorado high-country ranch. Duties will include housekeeping, gardening, yard maintenance, home and building maintenance. The caretaker should have experience and knowledge with farm and ranch equipment operation/maintenance, and other duties as necessary. Experience required. Salary negotiable. To apply, please send your resume to Caretaker Position, [Contact info available to subscribers]

Maryland

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for an interim Innkeeping couple for our 14 room Inn. We are located in Elkton, MD, which is between Baltimore and Philadelphia. The Innkeeper’s responsibilities include but are not limited to: breakfast preparation, overseeing housekeeping, checking-in/out guests, answering phones and taking reservations, daily operations and taking care of guests’ needs, as well as light maintenance and outdoor work. Assisting with marketing and project work is also expected. Innkeepers will need previous innkeeping experience and be an excellent communicator and team player. Compensations includes housing in an on-site two bedroom apartment, monthly salary starting at $2,000 per month with the possibility of some profit sharing and performance bonuses. Inn coverage will be five days per week, with two days off each week. Please email resumes and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

BUILDING MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PERSON needed for a non-profit retreat center in Phoenicia. Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends. The job includes fixing housing issues in any of our 20 buildings, daily communication with management, proficiency with plumbing and electric, a must. Must be strong, able bodied and service oriented when dealing with guests. Please visit our website for more info at [Contact info available to subscribers] and email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

LIVE-IN ASSISTANT INNKEEPING COUPLE needed for a nine-room Inn in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Responsibilities include, but not limited to: preparing breakfast for over-night guests, concierge services, overseeing housekeeping and laundry, managing cleaning staff, answering the phone and taking reservations, checking guests in and out, and taking care of guest needs, as well as light maintenance and outdoor work. Compensation includes private furnished/unfurnished third floor quarters at the Inn, utilities, cable TV, Internet, scheduled time off and a monthly salary. Must be task-oriented and possess strong organizational and time management skills, excellent customer service skills including the ability to anticipate guest’s needs, as well as strong communication skills. Accomplished culinary skills required. We are looking for a self-motivated, detail oriented, initiative-taking, physically active couple able to climb steps. Please email your resume and professional references along with your salary requirements to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

WORK AND HOME WANTED TOGETHER. I’m looking to be your Property Caretaker/Ranch Hand in Northern Monterey County/Santa Cruz County, California. I’m an adult male in search of an honest home with honest work as your home and property caretaker/ranch hand/animal caretaker. Would like to find a private home, small house, cabin, cottage, large studio, detached room, trailer/mobile home (single wide type), barn with a loft, etc. Prefer the countryside or just out of town with a yard for my dog to be safe and a very positive and possible work exchange as home and property caretaker for all or part of rent and or you pay for my skills. I can do building maintenance and repairs, home and apartment remodeling, groundskeeper, gardening, ranch hand, animal care and more. I’m honest and reliable. My dog is very well behaved, very friendly and very clean. I will do all I can to help you and make your property a better place for all, and hope to find a long term home. I enjoy music and art I have a large collection of both. Please feel free to call me at [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

Monday, April 18, 2016

Maryland

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST needed. A private historic estate in Monkton, Maryland, has an immediate opening for a person with proven experience in property maintenance. Basic plumbing, electrical, and carpentry ability is required, as well as handyman skills in working with older buildings. The individual will be responsible for understanding and monitoring the property’s electrical, plumbing, water, irrigation, heating, and security systems, and, when outside repairmen are needed, the individual will be expected to learn from the repairman both the problem and the solution. Excellent written and spoken English a must. This is a very active lifestyle for an experienced, responsible, organized, self-starter who would often be working without daily supervision, but from closely monitored checklists. If an individual is applying, applicant must have proven ability to work alone and to handle winter isolation. Duties include maintaining the grounds and garden to a high standard (grass cutting, weed-eating, stick picking up, spraying around trees, chain sawing, fence mending, fountain maintenance, garden watering and weeding). Care of the owner’s dogs when the owner is absent and, in winter months, one or two dogs (standard Poodle, and a German Shepherd) live inside the caretaker’s house. Care of two retired horses living out. Care of tractors and truck. Off estate tasks include odd chores and driving the owner to the airport. Non-smoking is essential. Horse(s) and dogs permitted; the horse facilities are excellent, and an invisible fence encloses many acres. The individual will live in an upscale, furnished house with three bedrooms, new kitchen and two new bathrooms. Included are heat, electricity, air conditioning, propane, satellite TV, high speed Internet, IPhone, and car (benefit of $40,000). Salary is $35,000, with two weeks off yearly. Absolutely no paid work off premises. Hours are Monday through Friday, eight hours a day, weekends off except for minimal tasks such as feeding the dogs in the morning and bringing in the newspapers. Nights, including weekend nights, must be spent on the property, although when the owner is present, exceptions can be arranged. Requirements include excellent references, a valid driver’s license and clean driving record, clean credit history, and clean criminal background (a check will be performed). Please email your resume, references, and as extensive an informative cover letter as desired to

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New York

[Contact info available to subscribers] is a family-oriented lake-side vacation spot located in the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York. We are currently seeking two caretakers/maintenance workers to assist in the opening, running, and closing of the park. The seasonal caretaker/maintenance contract is for 10-15 weeks. May – September preferred. The start and end dates can be adjusted. The contract payment will range from $6,000 to $8,000 based on experience. The contract includes opening of cabins, maintenance and repairs, assisting campers, closing of cabins. The position includes housing in a modest, shared two-bedroom lake view cabin. The caretaker will perform the following duties: cabin repair/upkeep: carpentry, plumbing, roofing, electrical, screens, decking, steps, painting, flooring, water lines, septic systems, etc., project assessment, getting supplies and materials at local stores (Long Pond vehicle may be used) and seeing projects to completion, clean cabins for four hours on Saturdays and as needed during the week, assist guests in lighting propane gas heaters and in preparing woodstoves (includes bringing firewood to cabins and removal of ashes), lawn maintenance and grounds work: may involve use of chainsaw, weed whacker, and power mowers, responsible for light maintenance of equipment, as appropriate, beach maintenance: rake beach, clean docks and raft, pick up trash, trash disposal, painting: interior and exterior, maintenance of recycling area and removal of recyclables, minimal camper check-in, on-call coverage and responsibility, daily water testing and daily rounds (beach, play areas, garbage, etc.). Saturday and Sunday is a mandatory day (cabin switch over). Applicants must be able to assist owners, work with others, work independently, and be self-motivated. Must have a valid US driver’s license. Applicants must have their own automobile for personal use. The caretaker is responsible for their own meals and regular cleaning of their cabin. Please check out our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] to learn more about us, then please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wisconsin

PROPERTY CARETAKER needed for a multi-family property. Must live on-site, in Oconomowoc, WI. Must be a two-person team with previous caretaking experience. One person must be available 24 hours. To apply, please mail your letter of experience to

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Wyoming

SEEKING A COUPLE for a caretaking position for a compound of four private homes utilized as a company retreat located in Teton National Park. The homes are 10 minutes away from historic Jackson Lake Lodge and 23 miles from the south entrance to Yellow Stone National Park. The position is for a couple who possesses the requisite maintenance, management, housekeeping, organizational, interpersonal skills and the work ethic, good judgement and character traits to maintain and operate the properties as upscale lodging similar to a first class bed and breakfast. If interested please email a current resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Mid-40s professional couple seeking mid- to long-term housesit situation in S. Costa Rica in the Ojochal/Uvita area while we build our own house, beginning immediately. Already living in the area. No kids, non-smokers, have 4×4, have own income, no drama, experienced with excellent references. Will provide security for your home and oversight of maintenance in exchange for live-in arrangement. Willing to pay partial utilities/rent. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] or email at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Friday, April 15, 2016

Canada

CARETAKER/HANDYMAN NEEDED in West Vancouver. This is a live-in, full-time position with reduced rent. The caretaker will be responsible for a 56 suite hi-rise building in West Vancouver. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. If you are a local experienced caretaker, please email your name, telephone number, and resume of relevant experience to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

Illinois

NEED A FARM HAND to feed horses, mow grass, do repairs, clean stalls, drive, and chores in exchange for a one bedroom apartment, utilities, and car to use. Chicagoland farm needs a person with an income to swap work for living arrangements. Experience required. Please send your background information to caretaker@caretaker.org with Illinois Position in the Subject Line. Thanks.

New Mexico

CARETAKING POSITION AVAILABLE in Northern New Mexico. Housing and utilities provided in exchange for the care of dogs, cat, horses and cows as well as maintenance of my solar and water system. I am off-the-grid, 35 miles south of Santa Fe, NM. Some large animal experience would be helpful but the applicant has to be a dog and cat lover for-most. Anyone with a dog need not apply, as it interferes with the love and care my dogs need when I travel. Chores are shared when I am home. One month/year vacation time. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

INNKEEPERS WANTED. The ideal applicants will be in good health, self-motivated, have outstanding marketing and people skills and have a basic working knowledge of computers. This is a well-established business consisting of two upscale Bed and Breakfasts. We are seeking an experienced team to take over the day-to-day operation of the Inns. This is not strictly a “management” position as it includes all hands on facets of running a successful B&B including but not limited to taking reservations, marketing, household duties such as breakfast, cleaning rooms, etc. It also includes primary maintenance of the grounds and light occasional property maintenance. Basically looking for someone with an owner’s mentality who has always wanted to own/run an upscale B&B but does not have the capital for such an investment. Experienced team is preferred however hands on training is an option for the otherwise ideal couple. You must be above all honest, professional, present a professional personal appearance, courteous and accepting of all walks of life. The property is two premier, well established upscale Bed and Breakfasts that currently can accommodate up to 20 people. Significant additional income potential exists for the right type of couple motivated to seek more. Located in a thriving historic small town in central Texas an hour east of San Antonio, an hour south of Austin and two hours west of Houston. Please email your resume with personal photo and contact number to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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I am looking to housesit and be your animal caretaker this summer in the Selma, AL area. I love all pets and horses and know how to feed and care for all animals. I am also skilled in light housekeeping, and handy-person work, and if I can’t do the job, I’ll find the right person to get the job done. I am soft spoken, professional, trustworthy, and hard-working. I have excellent references available. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thursday, April 14, 2016

Minnesota

CARETAKER NEEDED at [Contact info available to subscribers] in Minnetonka. [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a caretaker (we have two open positions) at our [Contact info available to subscribers] in Minnetonka to clean and maintain the common areas on the property, and create a pleasant atmosphere for residents. This includes vacuuming, window washing, mopping, picking up trash on the property, sweeping around dumpsters, changing light bulbs, cleaning vacant apartments, etc. Other duties may include delivering notices, inspecting apartments, shoveling/salting sidewalks in the winter time. Customer service and strong communications skills are required. Must live at the property which means you have to qualify as a resident and to live at this particular property. Must have previous cleaning experience. Must be available the first and last day of the month to clean turns. Must be available for rotated on-call responsibilities (which usually includes evenings and weekends). The schedule will be 65 hours per month and compensation will include a $650 monthly rent credit. If you are interested in this position, please apply at:

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New Zealand

HOUSE SITTER NEEDED. We are based in Pukenui, on an avocado and berry fruit orchard. We are looking for one person or a couple to do some house sitting and some gardening while we are away from the 10th of May until the 21st of May. We offer food and accommodation in exchange for 4.5 hours per day. The house sitter must be dog lover, and you will need to do some general house work and gardening. For more details, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] in New Zealand.

Texas

SEEKING A QUALIFIED RANCH MANAGER for a 5,000 acre cattle ranch in Central Texas. The ideal candidate will possess secondary education in ranch management, extensive management career history, verifiable career references, experience maintaining livestock and equipment, experience in pasture management and improvement, the ability to effectively manage the ranch while maintaining a profitable position. Salary is negotiable with experience, and on-site housing and transportation provided. Please mail your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wisconsin

LOOKING FOR A LIVE-IN CARETAKER OR COUPLE. The location is in Fontana, Wisconsin. The property has two larger homes and a Cabin that would be your residence. General home maintenance and cleaning knowledge needed. Communication skills a must. Need to care for this beloved family property as though it was your own. The position is available immediately. Please contact

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SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

I am looking to housesit and be your animal caretaker this summer in the Selma, AL area. I love all pets and horses and know how to feed and care for all animals. I am also skilled in light housekeeping, and handy-person work, and if I can’t do the job, I’ll find the right person to get the job done. I am soft spoken, professional, trustworthy, and hard-working. I have excellent references available. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, April 13, 2016

Australia

A SINGLE PERSON IS WANTED as a caretaker in Oakey, Queensland, located about 15 minutes west of Toowoomba. A one bedroom donger is available which would suit a single person. The donger is modern with kitchen, bathroom and living area. Accommodation is free with electricity, gas and water included. Remuneration would be general maintenance around property including yard maintenance – mowing, slashing, etc., as well as assistance with closing in and opening poultry sheds mornings and evenings. Would require person to be available 24/7 especially when the owner is away. The owner lives on property in another house approximately 100 meters away. Please only apply if you are Australian Residence as this is a permanent position. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Rhode Island

[Contact info available to subscribers] of Newport, RI has an immediate opening for experienced Inn Managers for this expanding 5-room property. With new, dynamic owners, the property has undergone extensive rebranding and renovation with new furnishings, bathrooms, linens and amenities to attract a multi-generational year-round clientele. Responsibilities include all aspects of running a small boutique property with a primary focus of creating a memorable guest experience and promoting the property for small groups and life’s celebrations. Creating seasonal locally sourced menus for breakfast, afternoon socials and special events is essential. Additional responsibilities include prompt response to guest inquiries, development of packages, specials, and dynamic pricing. Onsite housing, salary, bonus and paid vacation included. To join this team, please email your resume, industry references and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Scotland

CARETAKER/GROUNDS PERSON needed in the Glasgow area. Duties will include cleaning and maintenance of the clubhouse and grounds. The working hours will be 40 hours per week including weekend working. Our competitive salary package meets the living wage including provision of accommodation in a two bedroom house on the grounds, and 28 days paid holidays. Please forward your resume by the 6th of May to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

FULL-TIME ON-SITE PROPERTY CARETAKER needed in the Spokane Area. A private hunting club seeks a year-round property caretaker. Duties will include the responsibility for facilitating the clubhouse during hunting season, preparing meals, maintenance of a house and 18 cabins. The caretaker should have extensive knowledge of the area and its hunting conditions. Will need to do a daily security patrol of the property, and grounds maintenance. Compensation will be based on experience. To apply, please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

Experienced, married couple in our late 50’s looking for a permanent management/caretaking, estate, horse ranch, farm or retreat position in Australia or New Zealand. We have several years of management experience, along with maintenance abilities in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, construction, farm machinery operation, and small engine repair. We are dedicated, trustworthy, motivated and energetic. No children, non-smokers, no drugs or alcohol. Housing, salary, health care and employment contract required. Available June 1, 2016. Please email us at

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Monday, April 11, 2016

California

A PRISTINE, PARK-LIKE SPECIAL EVENT FACILITY in Fallbrook is seeking a full-time landscape supervisor who has a valid California driver’s license, speaks English and Spanish and has a minimum of five years’ experience in commercial landscape including maintenance and basic handyman duties for repairs to irrigation, etc. Customer service ability required, along with good communication skills a must. Only experienced applicants should apply, since we don’t offer training for this opening. This could be a live-in position for the right candidate. Salary will depend on experience, and if housing is included. Please send a one page resume with references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Massachusetts

WE ARE IN NEED OF A HOUSE SITTER for a longer period of time in the Williamstown area of Western Massachusetts. We offer free house-rent – and electricity and heating are paid. This is a fantastic place for a dog or cat, as we are in the middle of nature in the Williamstown area, at the end of a dirt road. This is a very peaceful and beautiful place, with wildlife all around, and great for nature lovers. Your own car is a necessity here, since there are no buses nearby, and neighbors are far away. There is a possibility of growing organic crops. Our requirements: check out on the buildings on the property – they will not be in use, but need to be checked two times a week and sometimes a caring hand, lawn moving in the summer, and small maintenance. Reporting and physical work is part of the arrangement. If interested, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mexico

OPPORTUNITY IN MEXICO! A working ranch and sustainability center seeks a summer caretaker/couple from July – September. Located in a friendly beach town two hours south of Puerto Vallarta. A longer term situation for the right applicant is possible. Comfortable accommodations plus stipend provided. Spanish, animal care, and off-grid living experience all a plus. Professional references required. Please visit our website at

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New York

INNKEEPER WANTED for a historic Goshen, NY Property. We are seeking a full-time, year-round experienced Innkeeper (single or couple) to manage a completely renovated [Contact info available to subscribers] The ideal candidate(s) will have applicable hospitality experience, love to be around guests, be extremely organized, creative, professional and well spoken. Duties include taking reservations, checking in guests and providing concierge service, preparing and serving continental breakfast and other light meals as needed, hosting events such as special celebrations, wine/cheese hour, receptions and tastings, and light housekeeping. Will supervise housekeeping staff and manage the upkeep and maintenance of the Inn and property. Compensation includes salary and housing with bonus based upon performance. Excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow a newly revitalized property. Please send a cover letter, resume, professional references and salary requirement to

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Washington

FULL-TIME ON-SITE PROPERTY CARETAKER needed in the Spokane Area. A private hunting club seeks a year-round property caretaker. Duties will include the responsibility for facilitating the clubhouse during hunting season, preparing meals, maintenance of a house and 18 cabins. The caretaker should have extensive knowledge of the area and its hunting conditions. Will need to do a daily security patrol of the property, and grounds maintenance. Compensation will be based on experience. To apply, please mail your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wisconsin

NEED A FULL-TIME, RESIDENT CARETAKER for a northwestern Wisconsin trout stream retreat on 1,650 forested acres. This has been used as a weekend retreat by the owners since the 1920s. Salary plus free onsite housing provided. Building, grounds, machine, trail, road and owners’ cabins maintenance work. There are four owners’ cabins and ten outbuildings. The owner will train the caretaker to operate the simple onsite fish hatchery. The caretaker should be mechanically inclined, physically fit and capable of operating a skid steer, tractor, ATV, snowmobile, snow plow, chain saw, etc. This is a great opportunity for an outdoors oriented person. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wyoming

A RANCH-MINDED COUPLE is needed for long-term hire on an expansive private ranch in the Laramie Mountain Range of southeast Wyoming. There is a large, luxurious main residence and wing, as well as several outbuildings and structures that will need to be maintained and upgraded. The applicants will be responsible for overseeing all complicated systems within the home with preventative maintenance always in mind. The applicants must be mechanically skilled and capable of operating complex systems. They will also work with outside contractors/vendors to care for the home and be capable of supervising contract labor at times. Mechanically skilled with small and large equipment a plus. Full, detail oriented cleaning is required. Applicants must have experience caring for antiques and fine arts and experience implementing zone cleaning systems to ensure all areas of the home are detail-cleaned on a regular basis and are ready for occupancy at all times during the high-use season. Limited off season meal preparation, shopping, etc., will be needed when a summer chef is not on site. Applicants must be fit and willing to help with physical demands, including helping during wildfire season. Applicants will also provide grounds keeping on this rustic yet elegant property. There are two streams that enter into a pond, water features, sprinkling systems and various walking paths and patios that need to be maintained. In addition, applicants will plant annuals and maintain perennials with an aesthetic and detailed eye. The couple team must be comfortable living in the mountains year-round and be comfortable in an isolated environment. They must embrace this lifestyle and take pride in their work. They need to be able to work alone, but also be comfortable taking direction from the ranch managers and working with a team. Housing, utilities, salary based on experience, vehicle, insurance plan/401k provided. Applicants must pass a background/credit check. Pets are OK. Non-smokers. Please send your resumes and work history to

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WANT TO SPEND SOME TIME (June – September) on a non-working ranch between The Big Horn Mountains and Sheridan? This is an opportunity for someone – writer, graduate student, retiree, or couple – to have use of a beautifully situated, recently restored, vintage ranch house (kitchen, living room, two bedrooms, bathroom, two porches, Wi-Fi) in exchange for 20 hours of help (gardening/errands) a week. Must have an insured, 4-wheel-drive vehicle for rutted roads. No pets or children. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] stating your background and possible dates. Personal/phone interviews and references required.

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NEED A CARETAKER OR A WINTER REMODEL in the Hendersonville or Black Mountain areas of North Carolina? Handyman seeks a caretaker’s position or housing that needs to be remodeled. I’m pretty much qualified in anything from A-Z and I’m not afraid of hard work. I’m simple, responsible and honest, and I’m just looking for a serene, private place to live. Please call me if you can help or if you have any questions. Thank you for reading this. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Friday, April 8, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER needed for a thoroughbred horse farm in Caboolture, located 44 kilometers north of Brisbane. Need a semi-retired person or a couple. This is a live-in caretaker position, with a cottage provided. General horse and farming experience would be an advantage. For more information, please call

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California

NON-SMOKING HOUSE SITTER needed. This is a house sitting job in Santa Cruz in an attractive two bedroom house from June 13 – July 7. The tasks are minimal: feeding two cats who are independent as they have a cat door and watering a garden three times a week. To apply, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Louisiana

SINGLE OR COUPLE INNKEEPER(S) needed for [Contact info available to subscribers], LA. Must have excellent people skills. Separate apartment provided. Job requirements preparation of breakfast, housekeeping and laundry, some ground work and property maintenance, coordination of caterer and events. Thibodaux is a warm Southern town with friendly neighbors. Please email your cover letter, resume, and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] We have an immediate start date.

Montana

A FULL-TIME RESIDENT RANCH CARETAKER/MANAGER needed for [Contact info available to subscribers], a working residential ranch, located five miles southeast of Bozeman, consisting of 774 acres with 38 home sites and 640 acres open space. The ranch puts up 165 acres grass hay, leases summer pasture for 20 to 30 pairs of cattle and typically keeps 12-20 horses year around. The primary responsibilities will include haying, snow plowing, maintaining 3.6 miles gravel road, safety and security of [Contact info available to subscribers] and residences, communicating with home owners, weed control, fencing, feeding 12-20 horses, maintenance and repair of farm equipment, road grader, buildings, and management of all fields and pastures. A competitive salary will be provided, depending on experience, along with a four bedroom/two bathroom home. Ranch experience preferred. Please mail your resume and salary requirements to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Jersey

A SINGLE INDIVIDUAL is needed as caretaker for a 19 room rooming house in Keansburg. Responsibilities include housekeeping and light landscaping. Must live on site. The caretaker receives a small stipend and a rent free, small one-bedroom, as compensation. The ideal candidate will ensure the proper maintenance and upkeep of the facility, assist in developing consumer’s ability to maintain individual residents on basic cleaning and safety, establish and execute a formalized preventative maintenance schedule for the facility, i.e. changing locks, changing lighting fixtures, stripping and waxing floors, installing shades, etc., submitting requisitions for necessary maintenance/repair supplies to the residential services manager on a weekly basis and control the inventory of supplies, completing the monthly physical plant and fire safety audit of the facility, and participate in moving clients in and out of the facility. Please fax your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oregon

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a warm and friendly couple to reside in and operate, a leader in quality guest service and satisfaction sense 1920. [Contact info available to subscribers] combines historic charm with modern amenities from its location in scenic Eastern Oregon. The management team will hire, train and lead a professional team ensuring achievement of revenue, operational and customer satisfaction goals in addition to; meeting sales performance and profitability. Develop, implement, and monitor prospecting sales plan. Schedule and monitor staffing to effectively, maintain inventory controls, and maintenance to stringent standards. Requirements are two or more years of Hotel, Restaurant or Retail management. Demonstrated ability to exceed sales performance standards. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills. Computer proficiency (MS Office and Excel), ability to work extra hours, days, evenings and weekends. Compensation, housing, utilities and $50,000 for the team. Benefits after 60 days. Please submit your resumes and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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LOOKING FOR AN HONEST PLACE TO CALL HOME, (away from the city) – in God’s Countryside (the Monterey Bay area). I’m trying to get away from all the city life and traffic, back into the hills and countryside where it’s quiet. I’m looking for a place to rest in peace. Would like to find a very private and low budget home for myself and my dog, as a home and be your property caretaker/ranch hand/animal care person. A small cabin, house, cottage, etc., with a yard for my dog to be safe and free and where I can use all my skills to improve all your home and property needs. I’m willing to do all I can to help you if you can find me a home and an honest way to survive. I’m a very quiet and respectable man. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information. Thank you and God Bless You.

Thursday, April 7, 2016

Australia

FULL-TIME CARETAKER COUPLE needed at [Contact info available to subscribers], situated 28km’s east of Broome Western Australia. We are located within a short distance of major Broome tourist attractions. As the caretakers, you will live on site in your own van or alternatively accommodation can be provided, and work closely with the Park Owner. You will have a hands on approach and your responsibilities will include, but not limited to front office management, management of guest accounts, forward bookings and reservations, park operations, organization, including out of hours responsibilities, and grounds and maintenance of the park. As a couple, you will be required to lead the park in the owner’s absence. You will need a police clearance, a current first aid certificate, and your motor vehicle license. Must have computer literacy, people and relationship building skills, and a flexible attitude to work and work hours. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] to apply for this position.

California

CALIFORNIA, EAST BAY, NEAR BYRON. The [Contact info available to subscribers] seeks applicants for our one-year to three-year paid caretaker contract position near Byron, California. The caretaker will live in a remote District-provided residence and remain on-site seven nights and days/week (except an eight hour leave three weekdays/week). Minimum qualifications: a valid California driver’s license and at least one year experience in public safety, security, caretaking, or equivalent. The caretaker will be an independent contractor paid approximately $3,100/month. Please send your resume to “Operations – Caretaker” by mail at [Contact info available to subscribers] or by email at [Contact info available to subscribers] The resume submission deadline is 3pm Tuesday, May 3, 2016.

SEEKING A LIVE-IN CARETAKER – located 25 minutes from downtown Santa Cruz, in Soquel – to help with a variety of tasks and projects at my property. Multiple skill sets, vegetarian, experience with start-ups or grant writing and a positive, cheerful attitude are a plus. If you are already very busy in life, please do not reply. Also, you must have a reliable vehicle to qualify. I will conduct interviews in town at a coffee shop to start. No pets allowed. So, if you are interested in meeting, please send me a brief introduction to [Contact info available to subscribers] and tell me what you are passionate about and what work you have done up until now. Thank you again for your time, I will reply to all who write.

Montana

RANCH CARETAKER needed. Located in southwest Montana, summer duties will include general ranch upkeep and maintenance, caring for mares and foals, yearlings, and a few ranch horses, plus a little flood irrigation. Winter duties include barn chores, cleaning stalls and feeding. A furnished three bedroom mobile home will be provided, four miles from the ranch in town. Please email your resume and work references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

FULL-TIME CARETAKERS NEEDED for a family owned, beautiful island resort on Orcas Island. This is an ideal dream job for a husband and wife team! We are seeking two-person staff: 1) maintenance and grounds and 2) housekeeping for a seven-cottage resort on beautiful Orcas Island. Looking for skilled artisan handyman skilled in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, construction, technical, and general fix-it trouble-shooting, as well as grounds-keeping. The second person to do daily thorough housekeeping. Couple will also check in guests and help with events. The desired couple will live on site. A two-bedroom cottage, cell phone, and all utilities included plus generous salary. To apply, please mail your resume and references to

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Responsible Bi-Lingual (English/Spanish) Married Couple Of 15 Years (Chris and Alba Williams) seeking a full-time position as caretakers for an estate, retreat, or hunting resort. Geographically flexible. Enjoy outdoor work and recreation. Chris is experienced in all activities of farm and landscaping, including heavy equipment, hardscape, stone work, lawn care herbicide and pesticide application, as well as crew management. Knowledgeable about many aspects of construction and able to coordinate activities between the homeowner and contractor. Detail oriented. Accustomed to being in positions of responsibility; self-motivated, and able to set goals and achieve them without direct supervision. Very alert to any needed maintenance and environmental issues. Able to maintain and protect the environmental beauty of the property. Exceptional work ethic. Alba is experienced in domestic, childcare, and farm work, including supervision. Please email me at [Contact info available to subscribers] References provided upon request.

Tuesday, April 5, 2016

Alaska

CARETAKER NEEDED IMMEDIATELY. Permanent, full-time position at remote Alaska lodge. Must be hard working, self-starter with experience and knowledge of carpentry, electrical, gas and diesel engine, chainsaw use, cooking and cleaning. This facility is NO smoking/NO drinking. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Australia

CARETAKER WANTED for a small farm in Holbrook, a small town in Southern New South Wales, off of the Hume Highway. The caretaker can live rent free in exchange for duties such as upkeep of the garden and lawns, and light maintenance. The unit supplied here is unfurnished. This position is ideal for a middle aged couple or a single middle aged man. For more details, please call

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Paraguay

PET/HOUSE SITTER WANTED in Paraguay from June to September, 2016. We need a house- and pet sitter, for our countryside place in Paraguay, near the town of Paraguari. We have five dogs and one cat. The house sitter will live in a guest cottage, so he/she can stay for a longer time to explore the county, even when we have returned. This would be ideal for people who love nature and loneliness. For more information, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] or call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

CARETAKER NEEDED in Mason County. I am offering reduced rent in exchange for a few hours a week helping me maintain my property – a gated and private, two bedroom, two bathroom, semi-furnished home. Reduced rent of $400 includes water, garbage and Security System. You pay power. Landscaping and handyman experience needed. Must be able to lift 50lbs, operate a chainsaw, tractors and power equipment. No smokers. For more details, please call

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QUIET SINGLE MALE is seeking a long-term house sitting or caretaking position in Austin, Texas. I have handyman, maintenance and technical skills and am very good at fixing things. I have experience with hospitality, pet care, gardening and landscaping. I will consider all types of housing. No kids, pets, smoking, drinking, or drugs. Excellent references can be provided. Please email me at [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

Monday, April 4, 2016

New York

ANIMAL CARETAKER/BUILDING MAINTENANCE person needed, full-time, at [Contact info available to subscribers] in Corning, NY. Duties will include feeding, walking, cleaning of patients, cleaning of the building and grounds. Must have the ability to lift up to 40 pounds. Please apply in person with your resume at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Puerto Rico

APARTMENT AVAILABLE on five acres in Rio Grande, Aguada, Puerto Rico, three to five miles from the best surf beaches. You will be responsible for maintaining home and grounds, greeting guests and cleaning the rental prior to and after guests leave. Fluency is Spanish is necessary. Must have gardening or landscaping experience. Reduced rent plus commission from vacation rentals. The apartment will be available in late August 2016. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

Vermont

A VERMONT FAMILY CAMP is looking for a Maintenance Person/Van Driver. The position includes driving the waterfront van shuttle, cutting firewood, general repairs on rustic cabins and lodge, some landscaping and helping out where needed. We are interested in hardworking, friendly, and thoughtful people who want to live in a beautiful place and enjoy the outdoors. The position is May 1 – October 15, includes housing, meals, and salary. Please send your resume and a short note to [Contact info available to subscribers] No phone calls please, but do visit our website [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

ELIZA ISLAND seeks permanent caretakers. Applicants must have mechanical, maintenance and operational skills, and be comfortable living year round on an island without access by public transportation. Full-time, year-round position that requires two people, though actual number of hours worked fluctuates throughout the year. Located southwest of Bellingham, WA, Eliza is a private island organized as a community association. Approximately 140 acres, 139 individually owned parcels, community airstrip, saltwater pier, water making facilities and open space. $50,000 combined annual salaries, free housing and utilities, satellite Internet, transportation/phone allowances. May earn additional money performing jobs for individual property owners. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

West Virginia

[Contact info available to subscribers] needs a volunteer caretaker. [Contact info available to subscribers] is seeking a three month volunteer caretaker for [Contact info available to subscribers], an emerging education center. This residential volunteer position will be provided with housing free of charge in exchange for 32 hours of volunteer service per week. Volunteer tasks include light maintenance of [Contact info available to subscribers] grounds in addition to assisting with operations of [Contact info available to subscribers]’s facilities include seven cabins, wash house, mess hall and caretaker’s residence. Provided housing is a historic two bedroom caretaker residence that comes fully furnished and includes Wi-Fi, washer/dryer and a dishwasher. The ideal candidate will have a favorable background investigation, excellent communication skills and some maintenance experience. This position requires working outdoors for long periods of time in addition to sedentary work, standing, lifting, and bending. [Contact info available to subscribers] is located on a 32 acre island just five miles from Hinton and minutes from I-64. Originally opened in 1947, [Contact info available to subscribers] provided a summer respite to the children of [Contact info available to subscribers] This recently restored education center is primed to serve the needs of community organizations, local schools and institutes of higher education. Park updates will be posted to the park’s website at [Contact info available to subscribers] and you can also find updates on the park’s Facebook page at [Contact info available to subscribers] or follow us on Twitter at [Contact info available to subscribers] If you are interested in serving as a volunteer for your local national park, please contact

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Retired Federal Aviation Administration woman, in excellent health, available for long-term house sitting by August. I have been house sitting for a beautiful mountain top home when the owners are gone on vacation. Have experience taking care of sheep, goats, dogs, cats and chickens, and also do gardening. Great references available. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] if you are seeking someone to housesit.

Friday, April 1, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER needed for a central Queensland cattle property. Active pensioner, tidy, applicants must be able to maintain fences, waters and other light duties. A cottage and limited power provided, and a small wage is negotiable. No pig dogs. References are essential. Local caretakers should call

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California

CARETAKER NEEDED on a horse farm in Buellton, a small town in Santa Barbara County. Need caretaker/horse care, dressage horses, and other duties may include cleaning, cooking, and part-time work for a house exchange here. I have a beautiful home appropriate for a single person. Excellent future opportunities exist, with some pay possible. Please contact me by phone only, between 9am to 6pm, at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hawaii

RESPONSIBLE SKILLED PERSON needed on the Big Island with maintenance and repair skills, electric, plumbing, wood working, carpentry, mechanical, gardening … a MacGyver type of person! If a couple, looking for additional kitchen and/or cleaning skills and gardening; organizational, computer skills. Retreat setting, oceanfront, remote, off grid (solar power). No smoking, drinking, or drugs. No pets and no children. Motivated and positive attitude. Physically able. Potential to take on additional managerial position over time. Full-time and seasonal, i.e. full schedule high season; less responsibility low season. Time to schedule travel or down time. Must be comfortable in a small community environment and like island and tropical climate and weather. Simple healthy lifestyle. Strong work ethic and commitment. Must be presentable and hold positive energy for other workers and groups/guests/students/visitors. Work exchange plus potential for pay and additional benefits commensurate with level of experience and positive attitude and level of commitment and good “fit”! Very open living spaces and close to nature. Simple comfort. Immediate opening. Please email your resume, references, and a recent photo to caretaker@caretaker.org and include “Hawaii Position” in the Subject Line.

Montana

FULL TIME PROPERTY MANAGER COUPLE NEEDED for a 160 acre property north of Babb, MT approximately five miles from the Canadian border and 12 miles from Glacier National Park. There are four residences (the caretaker house and three vacation rentals), a bunkhouse (vacation rental) and out buildings including a newer 30X30 shop, an alpaca pole barn, a 4-stall barn. All are in good shape, needing general maintenance and repairs occasionally. The outbuildings need some painting and repairs. The fences are up but need maintenance and some replacement. There is also a lakeshore cabin 12 miles from the ranch that needs interior work. A new small washhouse for the bunkhouse needs to be completed before the end of June. Equipment includes three ATV’s, a new Kubota tractor with loader attachment and box blade, a riding lawnmower, a pickup for Ranch use. The equipment would require regular maintenance and upkeep. There are seven alpaca and a llama. The alpacas are sheared annually by a professional shearer and their fiber processed. The Llama is sheared every other year. The property consists of hayfields, a fenced horse pasture with water, and native grass grazing. There are areas of dense aspen. Most of the property is left wild to encourage wildlife, as it is part of a wildlife migration corridor between Glacier Park and the Sweet Grass Hills. The views are amazing. All in all, it is a beautiful piece of property, lots of potential. I work remote on a rotating schedule and do not have the time or skills to do the work needed. In addition to property repair/maintenance, the caretaker would be responsible for managing the vacation rentals which would include handling reservations and correspondence, greeting and working with guests to ensure a pleasant stay, and providing daily housekeeping. A two night minimum is required, and most guests stay three to four nights, so it isn’t a nightly turnover like a motel. I can hire additional summer help if needed. Check our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] for details on the vacation rentals, and reviews from previous guests. I am looking for someone who is self-sufficient in living/working in a remote situation and has a positive attitude. Skills needed are basic ranch skills including equipment operation and maintenance, building maintenance and repair, fencing and land management, animal care, guest services/hospitality experience, strong administrative background, good communication skills and good computer skills. Flowers and gardening skills a big plus. A valid driver’s license is required, must be drug free and pass a background check. A passport is needed if planning to go into Canada. All homes are smoke-free, pets are acceptable if not disruptive to the ranch guests. A two bedroom house would be provided and pasture if you have a horse or two. The house is all electric and I pay up to $120/month for the electrical bill. A new well system was installed (it is good water), and I pay for garbage hauling so there are no other utilities. The caretaker residence is a comfortable frame house, all appliances including a washer/dryer, hardwood floors, full basement for storing supplies, great views, and approximately 1,040 sq. ft. each level. There is a wood stove installed to keep the heat bill down in the winter. I provide a cell phone and a new Laptop with Internet for Ranch business use and recordkeeping. I would like to get feeder steers for beef and would provide the caretaker one-quarter beef/year, and add chickens for fresh eggs. The property could be as self-sufficient as a person would want. I also have a rustic cabin on lower St Mary Lake for your occasional use. If you are interested, please forward a resume, references and a recent photo to [Contact info available to subscribers] No phone calls please. Please include what salary/compensation you would expect. Equal Opportunity Employer.

New Mexico

GEORGIA O’KEEFFE COUNTRY! This is a perfect opportunity for a responsible painter, photographer, writer, or outdoors person. Remote northern New Mexico ranch caretaker position available with a new two bedroom home included. Required duties are care, feeding, and clean up of three horses and possible occasional dog sitting. Additional work available in landscape, pool, road, and building maintenance would be paid hourly. No smoking, drugs, or drama. Serious inquiries only. Please email qualifications to caretaker@caretaker.org with “Georgia O’Keeffe” in the subject line.

Pennsylvania

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a warm and welcoming couple to possibly reside in and operate a high-end established B&B operation with an extensive catering banquet operation in Lancaster, PA. Must have extensive experience in Food and Beverage operations. They must possess an excellent sales and marketing skills and enjoy direct personal interaction with customers. Must also have an established background hospitality operations. Requires hands-on professionals to oversee day-to-day operations and asset and fiscal management of the property with assistance from the management company that provides resources designed to assist the success of the on-sight property team. The successful duo will value their associates, realizing that it is the line staff members that creates the service environment and the success levels we seek in all our hotel properties. We look for self-starters who can take charge of their property and who can obtain and maintain service indices that exceed their competition while achieving agreed upon financial goals. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

A HARDWORKING MATURE MAN OR COUPLE with strong work ethics wanted for an 11,000 acre ranch located off Interstate 10 in Southwest Texas. This is not a full-time horseback ranch hand job. Experience feeding, gathering, working cattle and meat goats required as well as willingness to do all tasks in general land maintenance (fencing, spraying pear, chopping cedars, mowing, painting, raking leaves, etc.; we all do a little bit of everything). Heavy equipment operation experience a plus. Salary includes a two bedroom, mobile home with water and electric provided. Medical benefits are not provided. We are a fair and equal opportunity operation. Please send resumes with prior work references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Hi, my name is David and my dog’s name is Sammi. I am a 60-year-old man and I am semi-retired. I was a licensed painting contractor for almost 20 years and I have great handyman skills and all the tools etc. to work with. Sammi is about 4-years-old and is a Border Collie mix. She is very smart and well behaved and gets along with everybody and all animals. We are looking for an inexpensive little place to caretake for a few months or longer if everything works out well. A house, cabin or cottage that’s maybe sitting empty (or not) and possibly needs repairs or painting, etc. Possibly in trade for some or all of the rent. I have also been a caretaker for a couple of beach house’s – one in Bocas del Toro, Panama (for two years) and the other in Morro Bay CA (for 11/2 years). Would like to be within 30 minutes or so of Carnation, Washington, but I am open to other areas. I’d also like to be “off the beaten path” but again am open to something else. I have good rental, work and personal references. Please call or text me at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, March 29, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER/MANAGER NEEDED at [Contact info available to subscribers] Busselton Western Australia. [Contact info available to subscribers] seeks caretaker applications from suitably qualified persons for its campsite at Siesta Park near Busselton. Camp Grace is operated by [Contact info available to subscribers] on behalf of the Apostolic Church Australia. This position would suit a couple with the right mix of skills seeking an opportunity to serve in a beautifully located Christian camp environment. Applicants must be committed Christians in regular fellowship at a local church and able to provide a reference from your Minister or Pastor. The position requires high levels of friendly service and interpersonal skills. You will need average computer literacy, general office skills and the ability to operate a computerized booking system. Well-developed building and grounds maintenance skills and the ability to undertake general repairs are essential. This is a live-in position which offers a unique lifestyle in a compact beachfront campsite that provides small group school and church camps plus family recreation and camping/caravan style holidays. Employment conditions will be based on the [Contact info available to subscribers] Non-Teaching Staff Multi-Enterprise Agreement and includes accommodation in a two bedroom cottage style unit. Initial enquiries can be directed to the Business Manager, Mr. Colin Stillman at the school office on [Contact info available to subscribers] A position description and an application form is available on the school website at [Contact info available to subscribers] Written applications should be addressed to the [Contact info available to subscribers] before the application closing date of Wednesday, April 35th 2016.

Hawaii

RESPONSIBLE SKILLED PERSON needed on the Big Island with maintenance and repair skills, electric, plumbing, wood working, carpentry, mechanical, gardening … a MacGyver type of person! If a couple, looking for additional kitchen and/or cleaning skills and gardening; organizational, computer skills. Retreat setting, oceanfront, remote, off grid (solar power). No smoking, drinking, or drugs. No pets and no children. Motivated and positive attitude. Physically able. Potential to take on additional managerial position over time. Full-time and seasonal, i.e. full schedule high season; less responsibility low season. Time to schedule travel or down time. Must be comfortable in a small community environment and like island and tropical climate and weather. Simple healthy lifestyle. Strong work ethic and commitment. Must be presentable and hold positive energy for other workers and groups/guests/students/visitors. Work exchange plus potential for pay and additional benefits commensurate with level of experience and positive attitude and level of commitment and good “fit”! Very open living spaces and close to nature. Simple comfort. Immediate opening. Please email your resume, references, and a recent photo to caretaker@caretaker.org and include “Hawaii Position” in the Subject Line.

New York

[Contact info available to subscribers], a historic Inn with 20 guest rooms, and an apartment building with 14 apartment suites (six of which are short-term rentals for corporate and track season) in Saratoga Springs is seeking an individual to assist with Innkeeping duties. The Assistant Innkeeper will greet guests at check-in, answer phones, take reservations, answer prospective guest emails, and provide concierge service to guests (once familiar with the area). Must work well independently as well as with a team. Attentive to detail, and takes pride in providing outstanding service, a quality product, and has the ability to build upon a future where clients return again and again. Cooking and baking skills are a plus, but not necessary. The employee will have the enthusiasm to learn all aspects of the business. Housing is available with a room in the Inn with full bathroom/shared common kitchen and $26,000 annual salary, paid weekly. After a six month review, there will be a possibility to add health insurance contribution coverage. No phone calls please. Please send resume and three references to

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NEED A CARETAKER OR A WINTER REMODEL in the Hendersonville or Black Mountain areas of North Carolina? Handyman seeks a caretaker’s position or housing that needs to be remodeled. I’m pretty much qualified in anything from A-Z and I’m not afraid of hard work. I’m simple, responsible and honest, and I’m just looking for a serene, private place to live. Please call me if you can help or if you have any questions. Thank you for reading this. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Friday, March 25, 2016

New York

SINGLE CARETAKER WANTED in Gallatin, NY. We have a beautiful property in Columbia County and a great private setting. Caretaking includes household chores, land upkeep, handyman jobs and very well behaved dog-sitting responsibility. Looking for a one person, not a group to keep it simple. You pay utilities and token rent (flexible depending on your skills). This would be a great gig for a writer, artist or recently retired person. Must have a car and driver’s license. References a must and will be checked. No smoking. Please write a little about yourself and experience, and also send your references to

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North Carolina

NEEDED ASAP in Bryson City, North Carolina! Handyman needed for beautiful Smoky Mountain resort. Must have basic handyman skills, though carpentry skills preferred. Apartment-style housing provided plus hourly pay. Work 25 – 40 hours per week in a gorgeous location! Work is seasonal April 1 – November 1; however, off-season housing considered. Please email brief work history, abilities, and availability to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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HOUSEMAN/CARETAKER/PERSONAL TRAINER AVAILABLE. Desire a live-in position. I have 30+ years of experience, and a security license. I’m flexible, with great references. Please call

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Thursday, March 24, 2016

Australia

WE ARE SEEKING AN HONEST AND MOTIVATED COUPLE to take over as caretakers at [Contact info available to subscribers], located on Bowthorn Station in the North West Gulf region. The position is ideal for a couple with experience in maintenance, for example maintaining the camping grounds, which includes watering, mowing etc. Applicants will be expected to be able to carry out basic maintenance on the camps hire boats and motors as well as basic repairs to watering systems etc. Applicants will also need to manage bookings, the kiosk, and boat hire/self-drive tour bookings. The applicants will also maintain campground toilet amenities and hot water service (donkey) daily. This is a contract role so applicants must have their own personal liability insurance, workers compensation insurance and own ABN. For more information and to apply please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

CARETAKERS WANTED for a Colorado high-country ranch. Duties will include housekeeping, gardening, yard maintenance, home and building maintenance. The caretaker should have experience and knowledge with farm and ranch equipment operation/maintenance, and other duties as necessary. Experience required. Salary negotiable. To apply, please send your resume to Caretaker Position, [Contact info available to subscribers] by 4/22/16.

New York

[Contact info available to subscribers] needs a summer caretaker. The [Contact info available to subscribers] seeks a seasonal, full-time caretaker from May 1 – September 30, 2016. The caretaker will be responsible for all day-to-day operating, budgeting, reporting, inventory, facility and grounds maintenance and guest relations. A detailed employment application is available at [Contact info available to subscribers] under the Job Opportunities Tab. Interested applicants must submit an application, cover letter, resume and three references to the Town of [Contact info available to subscribers] Applications will be accepted prior to March 31, 2016.

New Zealand

BACKPACKERS WANTED for general clean-up of old hotel in Eltham, a small inland town in South Taranaki, located southeast of the volcanic cone of Mount Taranaki/Egmont. We also need some sanding and painting to be done in this small town on the main highway. Friendly easygoing people required to work four hours per day in exchange for food (three meals per day) and accommodation (your own room, with a shared bathroom), unlimited Wi-Fi, and use of mountain bikes. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

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55-year-old male smoke / drug free, good health, good transportation. Looking for a salaried long-term caretaker position. Willing to relocate. Experience includes 30 plus years manufacturing (18 years supervision) 25 plus years roofing as side work, 16 years caring for a local doctor’s property. I’m looking to break the manufacturing mold as I find the caretaker type of work much more fulfilling. I look forward to hearing from you to discuss what your short-term and long-term needs might be. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, March 23, 2016

Australia

HANDYMAN/BUILDER WANTED for a variety of light projects within the next two to three weeks. Work two to three hours a day in exchange for free camping, food, fuel and/or cash based on how much work is completed. Step back in time on our rural property located five kilometers south of historic Childers, Queensland, 35 minutes to Bundaberg, 45 minutes to Hervey Bay and 30 minutes to the beautiful Woodgate Beach. Electricity, water, bathroom and laundry available if required. Experience with machinery and cattle would be an advantage but not necessary, just a willingness to help and must love dogs. Couples welcome. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

HOUSE SITTER NEEDED long-term for my small home in Santa Cruz. I have a single-family 1930’s home with two bedrooms and one full bathroom, and plenty of space for a garden, on a quiet street, and only 11 blocks to Sunny Cove Beach. Need someone to sit our house and our two dogs. They are in and out kind of dogs, and spoiled rotten too. Need plants watered too. For more details, please email me at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

CARETAKER COUPLE needed in Cocoa, a city in Brevard County, Florida. We are searching for a married couple to live in our large home and assist an elderly couple. The caretaker couple will need to maintain the home and property. No rent, no taxes, no insurance, no electric bills, but you will be responsible for your own cell phone bill. No pets (we have enough), and no children to live on the property. This position is available now. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

Hawaii

BIG ISLAND of HAWAII! An [Contact info available to subscribers] is in need of caretakers. We are a community of folks tending a 7.5 acre permaculture retreat. We are looking for a caretaker couple (or single) who are positive, experienced, open minded, responsible, and community conscious and clean. Exchange includes an off-grid 12×24 cabin and shared community space with laundry, Wi-Fi, water and electricity as well as share of food from the land. To learn more or apply, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] to see photos and more information, and fill out our application.

New Mexico

BERNARDO, NEW MEXICO – RV Park Workcamping positions available for two couples – 1st open position starting ASAP with arrival in April. The 2nd open position begins preferably in May if possible. Jobs are one person Office and one person outdoor maintenance work. The work schedule is two days on – five days off, no rotating days, so lots of time for exploring New Mexico. Compensation is a nice FHU site, W/E/S furnished, free laundry, and free Wi-Fi. This position requires a four to six month commitment. Couples must have their own RV/Camper. Persons must be pet friendly, and be physically able to do all aspects of their respective job. Located just south of Albuquerque, NM. If interested, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] and you can learn more at our website at [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

HOUSE SITTER NEEDED IN MANHATTAN, near Gramercy Park. I have been house sitting here for two months, and caring for their three cats, and need to leave unexpectedly – so I need to find a cat-lover and house sitter replacement who can be here full-time between Monday, April 18 (when I need to leave) and continue through Thursday, June 30 (when the owners return from Asia). This would be a great arrangement for someone looking to find free housing in Manhattan. Some of the duties include caring for the cats, watering plants, taking in the mail, and maintaining the two bedroom apartment. It’s in a great area, with Wi-Fi, fully furnished, and very quiet. I just ask that you are cat-friendly and willing to keep the place very clean. The arrangement for this job is a free room in exchange for watching over the place (and the cats) – no money exchanged. Please tell me about yourself when you respond, and I’ll need at least three references to check. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

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NEED HELP WITH YOUR HOME in Asia? We are an easy-going, honest, dependable, energetic, self-motivated, computer-literate couple seeking an opportunity to live and work in Southeast Asia. We have extensive travel experience, business management backgrounds, and are great with people of all backgrounds. Non-smokers. Aspiration to learn and grow as required in a new culture. Thank you for your serious consideration. We look forward to discussing your needs. Please email us at

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Monday, March 21, 2016

Minnesota

FULL-TIME CARETAKER POSITION available at [Contact info available to subscribers], in Mountain Iron, in Saint Louis County, Minnesota. We are accepting applications for an on-site caretaker. Responsibilities will include general repairs, ground maintenance, cleaning, painting, and paperwork. The caretaker position includes a two bedroom apartment. For more information and an application please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] You can learn more at

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Nevada

I NEED A HOUSE SITTER for my three bedroom/two bath Las Vegas home while I’m out of the country on business. Need a house sitter ASAP for my home that I recently put up for sale. Must be able to keep the home spotlessly clean and allow realtors to show the home within a one hour notice. Live rent-free, and I will pay all utilities. Keep trespassers off the property. Please email at least four checkable references to [Contact info available to subscribers] and let me know when you will be available for an in-home interview in my Vegas home. Thanks.

New Mexico

BERNARDO, NEW MEXICO – RV Park Workcamping positions available for two couples – 1st open position starting ASAP with arrival in April. The 2nd open position begins preferably in May if possible. Jobs are one person Office and one person outdoor maintenance work. The work schedule is two days on – five days off, no rotating days, so lots of time for exploring New Mexico. Compensation is a nice FHU site, W/E/S furnished, free laundry, and free Wi-Fi. This position requires a four to six month commitment. Couples must have their own RV/Camper. Persons must be pet friendly, and be physically able to do all aspects of their respective job. Located just south of Albuquerque, NM. If interested, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] and you can learn more at our website at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

MOUNTAIN MAN OR CAREFREE COUPLE NEEDED to steward our 60 acre old growth forest, in the central Cascades, Washington. Live in our cozy cabin in a beautiful setting, with a whitewater river 200 yards from your doorstep, and a half mile to a wilderness hot spring. Salary $700/month, and the main duty is property inspection once daily. Additional part-time work is available at $10/hour. Off grid with solar-powered satellite Internet connection, propane cooking, wood heat. Annually, May to November. You can start June, 2016. Please email

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SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

CARETAKER POSITION WANTED in Santa Cruz. My name is Ray Mason and I currently live in Bonny Dune and am the caretaker for the VanZant family. I have built fences, a tool shed, and a chicken coop on the property. I have many skills in building, gardening and animal care. Steve and Lora are comfortable knowing I’m taking care of the property when they travel. I have been living in a trailer on the property but the county has declared that it cannot be connected to the utilities, so I have to move. I like living in Bonny Dune in the peace and quiet of the redwoods. I have many references available, so if you have a room and could use some help – I’m your man. I live on Social Security and can’t afford to pay rent but I will more than make up for it in work. I have to be out by 4/16/16 so please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thursday, March 17, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER REQUIRED on a Theodore cattle property. Theodore is a rural town in the Shire of Banana, Queensland. The caretaker will need to maintain the gardens, waters and other light duties. Must be clean and tidy. An air-conditioned two bedroom cottage is included in the package. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] References required.

California

SEEKING A LIVE-IN CARETAKER – located 25 minutes from downtown Santa Cruz, in Soquel – to help with a variety of tasks and projects at my property. Multiple skill sets, vegetarian, experience with start-ups or grant writing and a positive, cheerful attitude are a plus. If you are already very busy in life, please do not reply. Also, you must have a reliable vehicle to qualify. I will conduct interviews in town at a coffee shop to start. About me: 46-year-old male, live alone, heterosexual, in a relationship, no pets and no desire to live with pets, vegetarian diet, property manager/landlord, and entrepreneur. So, if you are interested in meeting, please send me a brief introduction to [Contact info available to subscribers] and tell me what you are passionate about and what work you have done up until now. Thank you again for your time, I will reply to all who write.

Wisconsin

HOME CARETAKERS needed. A mature couple is needed to care for our Northern Wisconsin homes during the months of May through October. Duties include housekeeping, grocery shopping, running errands, light yard and handyman work. The ideal couple must have a keen eye for detail and a passion for organization and cleanliness. General knowledge of boats and boat upkeep a huge plus. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] for more details.

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

CARETAKER POSITION WANTED in Santa Cruz. My name is Ray Mason and I currently live in Bonny Dune and am the caretaker for the VanZant family. I have built fences, a tool shed, and a chicken coop on the property. I have many skills in building, gardening and animal care. Steve and Lora are comfortable knowing I’m taking care of the property when they travel. I have been living in a trailer on the property but the county has declared that it cannot be connected to the utilities, so I have to move. I like living in Bonny Dune in the peace and quiet of the redwoods. I have many references available, so if you have a room and could use some help – I’m your man. I live on Social Security and can’t afford to pay rent but I will more than make up for it in work. I have to be out by 4/16/16 so please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, March 16, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER COUPLE needed in Moree, New South Wales, starting ASAP. The couple must love a rural lifestyle and have experience in general repairs and maintenance. Also must be mechanically minded. We are looking for a fit, mechanically minded caretaker couple who are capable of servicing pumps, checking water and maintaining and repairing fences. Must have sober habits and be trustworthy. The job will be 20 hours a week and more in busy times. We provide accommodation, $250/week, plus electricity is also supplied. Please note this is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] and reference number: [Contact info available to subscribers] Caretaker Couple.

Canada

OUTSTATION CARETAKER needed by the [Contact info available to subscribers] on Salt Spring Island. The [Contact info available to subscribers] has an employment opportunity for an energetic individual (or couple) for caretaking at the Club’s Long Harbour Outstation on Salt Spring Island. Duties will include general caretaking, maintenance and security of the grounds, buildings, pumping systems and docks. Handyman duties include preventive maintenance and general repairs to the facilities, systems and docks, including aspects of carpentry, electrical and plumbing. The successful applicant will have proven experience in caretaking and management of small to medium establishments, will be able to work with minimum direction, and will be able to successfully interact with the wide diversity of Club members. Superior communicative abilities are necessary, as are general management skills including the use of computers. Knowledge of, and experience working in the marine environment including the ability to operate small floating craft are definite assets. A three bedroom house will be provided for use of the caretaker throughout the employment with the [Contact info available to subscribers] A full caretaker job description is available at [Contact info available to subscribers] and to apply, please email your resume by March 31st.

Mexico

URGENT NEED for a mature, responsible, committed couple to reside in our Mexican home as early as possible in April through mid-July 2016. Nestled in low, rolling hills, our home at Rancho Loma Bonita is surrounded by a tiled courtyard facing the cool ocean breezes. This tranquil setting on 17 acres offers shade from the coco palms, mango and tamarind trees and is a birders’ delight. With two generous bedrooms, two full baths with outdoor showers, full kitchen, a great room, back porch and workshop, this totally off-grid home was built using traditional Mexican methods with many fine details and modern conveniences. Powered by solar electricity, supplied by well water, equipped with gas refrigerator, stove, hot water heaters as well as our own Wi-Fi tower and boosted cellular phone connections. An old Honda CRV is available for local driving. A part-time caretaker/gardener is paid for by the owner. Located one kilometer from Playa Blanca Beach [Contact info available to subscribers] and between the villages of Barra de Potosi and Los Achotes. 20 minutes from Zihautanejo and 12 minutes from the international airport IXT/ZIH. Interested? More details? Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] ASAP

Washington

LIVE-IN CARETAKER COUPLE wanted on Decatur Island, WA. The [Contact info available to subscribers] is comprised of 40 families, organized as a cooperative non-profit which is led by a seven member Board of Trustees. These 40 families share ownership of 40+ acres of waterfront property on Decatur Island, a small private island which is part of the San Juan Islands in the northwest corner of Washington State. The property includes eight cabins, two docks, eight buoys, a tennis court and almost a mile of low or no bank beaches. For pictures of the property please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] The caretaker couple will be responsible for maintaining the [Contact info available to subscribers] facilities, vehicles, and property. This includes regular maintenance and capital improvement projects on the buildings, grounds maintenance, protecting the vehicles and property from winter damage, running the associations boat to ferry members to and from the island, and other tasks including annual cleaning. The caretaker couple will have the administrative responsibility of keeping current and accurate financial records for DHBA and will report monthly financial results to the Board of Trustees (BOT) Treasurer. They will administer the association website, on-line calendar, and paper calendars for reservations. The caretaker couple will also be responsible for communication of relevant DHBA information to shareholders as necessary and/or as requested by the BOT. The caretaker couple will serve as DHBA liaison to the greater Decatur Island population (permanent and/or summer) and should promote positive community relations with all island residents. The [Contact info available to subscribers] caretakers will report to the BOT and share responsibility with the BOT for communicating, informing, and sharing information that may require action by the BOT or the shareholders. Ideal candidates will have professional construction experience, extensive boating experience, and office management skills with a good understanding of technology. This role will require the couple to be very physically-fit in order to maintain the buildings and property, saw and split wood, etc. To be successful in this position living in a beautiful, though rural environment, a couple must be self-motivated, responsible, personable, and experienced in the outdoors and boating worlds. The couple must be available to move in no later than May 1, 2016. The caretakers’ compensation package will include a base salary, benefits, plus additional living expenses including but not limited to lodging. Please send your resume, cover letter (including any experience in the San Juans), and any salary requirements to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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RESPONSIBLE HOUSE SITTERS available in Santa Fe, NM. Responsible couple moving back to California this summer are looking for a house sitting/pet-sitting job in Santa Fe. We can take care of your home and your pets while you’re out of town. If your place is up for sale, we can also make sure the inside and outside is clean and always ready to show. My husband presently works as maintenance/caretaker for Rosario Hill Compound in Santa Fe and also works as a landscaper. He would be able to take care of your property, keep it looking really beautiful and clean while you are gone. Myself, well I’m a dancer/ choreographer, and am working on many projects and shows here in Santa Fe. I also love to take care of gardens, plants, and sweet dogs and cats. We’re available starting now until June or July. We have great references. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, March 14, 2016

Alaska

WANTED A CHRISTIAN COUPLE to help at a family owned remote private lodge on a lake in southwest Alaska. General maintenance and repairs, all types hard work construction from the ground up, log work, and boat upkeep. Help with meals, cleaning in the lodge and miscellaneous outside chores. Staring mid-May to fall. $2,000 per month plus room and board, we provide transportation from Anchorage to the lodge and back. Have Satellite Internet, remote phone service and indoor plumbing. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Canada

RESIDENT CARETAKER needed in Winnipeg, the capital of Manitoba. We are seeking a mature, motivated individual for a full-time caretaking position in a 30 unit building. The successful candidate must have excellent tenant relations and strong janitorial skills. We offer a salary, vacation and benefits package. Please fax resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Minnesota

[Contact info available to subscribers] is a large, well established and highly reputable firm specializing in community association management of over 360 condominium and town home associations in downtown Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the greater metro area. We are seeking a full-time, live-in, caretaker team for a lovely building located in downtown Minneapolis. This is a great opportunity for someone who is available week days during business hours. Duties include cleaning of common areas, light maintenance, and limited management and on-call responsibilities. No leasing, cleaning or painting of units is required. This is a great role for a semi-retired team seeking a permanent position in a pleasant atmosphere. We are seeking conscientious, responsible and personable teams who enjoy working independently, have an eye for detail and mechanical aptitude. We offer an excellent salary, a lovely condominium unit (no smoking, no pets) with garage space, health and life insurance, paid vacation, 401K, paid utilities and phone. Interested candidates should fax their resumes to

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New York

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for an assistant innkeeper for a 4-room B&B from June to November. Located in Alexandria Bay, NY in the Heart of the 1000 islands on the St Lawrence River. Responsibilities include: breakfast preparation, housekeeping, checking guests in/out, answering phones and taking reservations managing daily operations. Compensation includes housing in one of the rooms of our beautiful B&B, and a monthly salary. Inn coverage will be every Friday through Tuesday with every Wednesday and Thursday off. Please email resumes and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] Best candidates love people and food and take pride in a job well done!

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

Estate gardener/caretaker position wanted in exchange for housing in the HUDSON, NY area. Would consider Columbia, Dutchess, Greene and Ulster Counties. Have over 30 years’ experience in all areas of horticulture. Residential and commercial installations and maintenance, pruning, greenhouse production and design. Graduate of The New York Botanical Garden. Returning to New York after living, working and caretaking on Lago Maggiore, Italy with my 26-year-old son, and dog. I am extremely self-motivated, reliable, organized and driven. References available. Please reply to [Contact info available to subscribers] Cannot wait to hear from you and move back to the Hudson Valley! Let me take care of your home as if it were my own.

Thursday, March 10, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER required for a Western Queensland cattle station. The caretaker will need to check and maintain cattle, waters and fences. This position would be suitable for a mature couple. You need to be reliable, non-smoker, and maintain an alcohol and drug free work place. Wages are negotiable. This can be a short, medium, or long- term position. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers], preferably after 7pm.

California

[Contact info available to subscribers] seeks a General Manager couple for our Mendocino property starting March 22, 2016. We are looking for a hardworking, honest couple with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills to operate our three small inns (total of 19 rooms) in Mendocino. This year-round, live-in position requires the dedication and motivation to create an idyllic experience for our guests while balancing the needs of the business. Job requirements include preparation of our signature small plates breakfast, some housekeeping and laundry, grounds work and property maintenance, seasonal renovation projects, staff hiring and supervision and of course reservations and guest interaction (and much more). This is a hands-on lifestyle position. In addition to the General Manager couple, the collection is staffed with guest services associates and a housekeeping crew. If you are looking for a lifestyle change and a beautiful vibrant place to live, please email your cover letter, resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] Bonus skills: culinary/pastry background, light repair/maintenance.

Costa Rica

APPRENTICESHIP POSITION AVAILABLE in Sustainable Living, Permaculture, Natural Building and Homesteading Skills. We are presently looking to fill one position in our current (2016) apprenticeship program. The right applicant would start as soon as possible and work with us through mid-December. If you are interested in this opportunity, please go here to apply: [Contact info available to subscribers] Participants in [Contact info available to subscribers] live and work with amazing people at the [Contact info available to subscribers] They make lifelong friends, participating in a style of living that oftentimes changes them forever. This experience offers the unique opportunity to become a part of the magic and beauty of a remote area of Costa Rica, while simultaneously learning tangible skills to take back home. Our goals for this program are to empower individuals who are genuinely interested in creating a more sustainable world, be a “living laboratory” for experiential education and the learning and daily practice of life-long skills, inspire and enable individuals to continue to develop creative solutions and generate positive social change and sustainable practices in their own lives and communities after they leave, prepare a group of capable individuals to help manage and caretake the Ranch during the months of August, September, October and November. Provide post-apprenticeship support through our networks. We strongly encourage applicants who are serious about our work and are motivated to be part of our industrious team, working towards solutions for current environmental and social challenges. We offer a unique and focused program based on experiential education and practical skill-building. Once we have received your application we will let you know about available space and set up a phone interview with the best prospective applicants.

Hawaii

NURSERY AND FARM CARETAKER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY available on the Big Island of Hawaii. [Contact info available to subscribers] is an award-winning international nonprofit charity dedicated to planting fruit trees to alleviate world hunger, combat global warming, strengthen communities, and improve the surrounding air, soil, and water. [Contact info available to subscribers] programs strategically donate orchards where the harvest will best serve communities for generations, at places such as public schools, city parks, community gardens, low-income neighborhoods, Native American reservations, international hunger relief sites, and animal sanctuaries. [Contact info available to subscribers] unique mission, which has been featured in The Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, USA Today, and The Today Show, benefits the environment, human health, and animal welfare all at once! For more information please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a dedicated individual to serve as volunteer caretaker of our newly developing headquarters/nursery/retreat center on the Big Island of Hawaii. The nursery will grow saplings to provide thousands of trees for local projects, to help underserved communities with improved nutrition and environment. The nursery is located on a pristine, off-the-grid 15-acre property in the middle of the Hawaiian jungle, on one of the most beautiful roads on the planet, in one of the most captivating regions of the country. The site includes multiple cabins, a house, and an open-air lodge, and will be home to staff and volunteers. We are seeking a responsible caretaker to ensure the grounds serve the project to achieve maximum potential. The caretaker’s qualifications include an excellent command of managing day-to-day operations, including solar, propane, and rain catchment systems, experience with general maintenance of buildings and grounds (including basic plumbing, electrical, and carpentry skills), the ability to manage volunteers and learn new duties and responsibilities quickly, a commitment to the objectives of the organization and the ability to promote them in a professional manner, and excellent interaction skills to work with resident staff and volunteers. To apply, please submit the form at [Contact info available to subscribers] with your resume.

Oregon

[Contact info available to subscribers] needs a seasonal caretaker in Round Lake, in Central Oregon. We are Christian based youth camp in need of a summer caretaker. You must be able to manage your own time, direct each camp that comes in on the safety and operating procedures, perform light duty maintenance and represent us well. We are a religious based camp and expect you to act in a manner that demonstrates this. Our season runs from June to October. We provide housing and utilities. Your days off will be on Tuesday and Wednesday in the non-peak season and may vary in July and August. Please check us out at [Contact info available to subscribers] and click on our Contact Us Page to then email us with any questions on the position or camp. Thank you.

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

LOOKING FOR AN HONEST PLACE TO CALL HOME, (away from the city) – in God’s Countryside (the Monterey Bay area). I’m trying to get away from all the city life and traffic, back into the hills and countryside where it’s quiet. I’m looking for a place to rest in peace. Would like to find a very private and low budget home for myself and my dog, as a home and be your property caretaker/ranch hand/animal care person. A small cabin, house, cottage, etc., with a yard for my dog to be safe and free and where I can use all my skills to improve all your home and property needs. I’m willing to do all I can to help you if you can find me a home and an honest way to survive. I’m a very quiet and respectable man. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information. Thank you and God Bless You.

Tuesday, March 8, 2016

Minnesota

FULL-TIME APARTMENT CARETAKER needed in Eden Prairie. Love cleaning? [Contact info available to subscribers] in Eden Prairie is in search of an experienced caretaker. Duties include but are not limited to cleaning of the common areas in the buildings, the property grounds, and turns. You must be able to work weekends when needed. This position requires you to be on call every third week. Compensation includes a competitive wage, insurance benefits, and 401k. If interested please fax your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] for consideration.

Nevada

LIVE-IN CARETAKER NEEDED for an animal rescue in Cold Creek (northwest of Las Vegas). [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for live-in caretaker(s). This can be an individual or a couple. We are located outside of Las Vegas up in the Spring Mountains right outside the community of Cold Creek. We are a completely off-the-grid facility. We have no landlines, we create our own electricity, water, heat etc. It is old-fashioned living with modern conveniences. We offer a studio apartment with utilities, satellite Internet, satellite TV, refrigerator and furniture if needed. All this is offered in exchange for the caretaker work. This job requires an adult 21 or older, who can work independently on their own without a supervisor looking over their shoulder. They need to be able to make common sense decisions on how to deal with situations since they will work alone a lot of the time. There is a supervisor on site most of the time, but not always and they do not look over their shoulder constantly. Hence that’s why they have to be able to work independently. Work is six days a week Monday through Saturday. The average work time per day is three to five hours, depending on the work that day. Primarily the work consists of feeding, caring and cleaning up after the animals. If days are needed off during the week for a Doctor’s appointment, etc. they can be switched out for Sundays. We are very flexible. All training is provided, no animal experience necessary, but a care for animals is very important! Most important thing, this is a no drug facility (primarily because we work with animals)! There is a pre-employment drug test as well as random drug tests during employment. Also no smoking is allowed in the apartment. Pets are allowed per approval. Feel free to contact [Contact info available to subscribers] Texting is always fastest.

Pennsylvania

CARETAKER or handyman (can be couple) needed to help with the maintenance of a camp for children with special needs (mild developmental challenges) located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. Person needs to be able to do landscaping, plumbing, light electrical and general maintenance. Position includes salary and very comfortable home. No tobacco or alcohol users please. Please send a resume and letter explaining why you are interested in this wonderful opportunity. Please send to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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CARETAKER AVAILABLE in northern California. I am a healthy 62-year-old retired Early Childhood Education teacher with a pension looking for a caretaking opportunity in the country (Sonoma, Napa, Mendocino, or Lake County) in exchange for rent/partial rent. Rustic is good, as I have a 4WD. I have one dog, and one cat. Most recently, I was the caretaker on Sonoma Mountain in Petaluma. Responsibilities included managing sheep, maintaining spring water system, fixing fences, maintaining fire break, mucking barn, general yard work, patrolling the property for trespassers, new lambs, needed fence repair and predators. I am honest, dependable, easy going and flexible. References include SRJC Child Development Department (20 years) – my last caretaking position was for 10 years. My present employer is Dog Tired Kennels for nine years and all of my neighbors on Sonoma Mountain. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] if you or someone you know needs a good caretaker.

Monday, March 7, 2016

Caribbean

HOUSE SITTER NEEDED from 6/1/16 – 10/1/16 at Vieques, a beautiful, unspoiled, Caribbean Island Paradise. Do you meditate, do yoga, seek a quiet, serene place to inhabit for a few months? Are you health oriented, free of drug and alcohol problems, and have a peaceful Loving-Kindness life focus? If so… this housesit may be for you. Being an experienced cat person/lover is essential, as there are four cats to care for (one indoor/outdoor, and three outdoor). This isn’t a ‘Party’ house, and it’s a non-smoking abode as well. The house sitter will occupy a private 1st floor, two bedroom apartment in a two family house that’s right above the waves. The beach is only 50 steps away, so hearing the gentle surf is an amazing plus. This is a non-salaried position which trades off staying in a little slice of ‘Paradise’ in return for excellent cat care and basic gardening. Utilities, Satellite TV and Wi-Fi are included. (There’s also the possible use of a car.) This is an excellent opportunity for a computer based business person, a writer, an Artist, or someone who’s looking to disconnect for a while. Background checks will be conducted. Please email: Letter, Bio, recent photos and three checkable references to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include the words ‘Vieques Housesit Assignment’ in the subject line for screening.

Maryland

CARETAKER COUPLE wanted in exchange for free rent in Rockville, starting early April. Retired couple looking for freedom to come and go and do some light traveling without the worry of our house or our beautiful dog. Looking for a responsible, mature couple/person to live in our separate four bedroom house with its own swimming pool, fireplace, deck and fenced yard. This house is located adjacent to our own house and is accessed through a fence between the two properties. The primary focus of this caretaker position would be to hang out with our dog, and other assorted responsibilities related to the care of our home. We are very flexible and are looking for the same. A long term relationship is desired. Driver’s license, car, outside income required. Must pass a background check. Must be motivated to care for our house and dog as if your own! Please email your qualifications and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Massachusetts

[Contact info available to subscribers] seeks an Innkeeper Couple at [Contact info available to subscribers], in Edgartown, MA. We are looking for a hardworking, honest couple with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills to work with our current manager to operate our two Inns (with a total of 25 rooms) in Edgartown. The properties will become members of the Lark Hotels Collection in April 2016. This year-round, live-in position requires the dedication and motivation to create an idyllic experience for our guests while balancing the needs of the business. Job requirements include breakfast preparation and serving, some housekeeping and laundry, grounds work and property maintenance, seasonal renovation projects, staff hiring and supervision and of course reservations and guest interaction (and much more). This is a hands-on lifestyle position. In addition to the managers, the Inns are staffed with guest services associates and a housekeeping crew. If you are looking for a lifestyle change and a beautiful vibrant place to live, please send us your information. Bonus skills: culinary/pastry background, light repair/maintenance. Compensation includes general manager housing, salary and stipend when applicable after six months. Please email your cover letter, resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] The start date will be on or about March 15, 2016 for training.

Minnesota

FULL-TIME CARETAKER needed for a luxury apartment community in Edina. This is a great opportunity to join the highly-respected, award-winning team at [Contact info available to subscribers]! The staff at this 260-unit premier apartment community located in the heart of Edina near Southdale, the Galleria, and Centennial Lakes seeks a hardworking, self-motivated individual to join the team to perform caretaking duties, including daily common area cleaning, grounds keeping duties, and apartment turnovers at month-end. After-hours on-call duties are performed on a rotation, as well. The caretaker will work 40 hours per week during daytime hours in exchange for a rent allowance that can be applied to a one, two, or three bedroom apartment at that property if living on site is desired (10% rent discount is also applied); the caretaker may live off site but must be within a 15 minute commute time in order to respond to emergencies when on call. The person in this position must have previous cleaning or caretaking experience and must also be able to live at or near the property. The caretaker must be reliable, have attention to detail, flexibility in scheduling, and have a self-starting nature for this position. Basic cleaning skills are necessary, with a background in cleaning/caretaking required. Must be willing to learn, take direction, and work as part of a team. Customer service skills are also important, as the caretakers often encounter residents in the hallways and other common areas. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Montana

[Contact info available to subscribers] in Hamilton, MT is seeking a full-time caretaker for a live-in position to start now. $1,080 is the take home pay plus housing and utilities provided. We require a good working history. A full background check will be conducted prior to employment. This caretaker position requires some office work and light maintenance. It is well suited for a retired couple. For more info, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] between 9am – 5pm MST. Thanks.

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RELIABLE, HONEST, NON-SMOKING, CLEAN, SEMI-RETIRED, CARETAKER AVAILABLE. Have tools, handyman skills, own income and a valid driver’s license. Looking for a quiet, rural setting. Will exchange cabin, cottage or small house plus utilities for 20 hours work. Will work extra for stipend. Can do mowing, general cleaning, pool care, minor plumbing and carpentry. Am clean and neat, with a security background. I am flexible geographically. Resume, references, and driving record available. I will treat your property as if it was my own, plus some. You will not be disappointed with me. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Friday, March 4, 2016

California

CARETAKER WANTED for our 20 acre farm in the Sutter Area. The caretaker will receive substantially reduced rent on a 1,500 sq. ft. house, and will also be paid for hourly work. Experience with walnuts, horses, tractor operation, irrigation, and yard work is helpful. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

France

LOOKING FOR A RETIRED COUPLE to help us during July and August at our charming B&B in southwest France, located 20 km from the vibrant, coastal city of La Rochelle. Responsibilities include assisting us with breakfast, light housekeeping and gardening. Afternoons are off to relax at the pool or nearby beaches and touring the area. A few nights a week we prepare and join our guests for a 5-course dinner using locally sourced products. There is no salary but we offer a private, spacious studio, meals, a pool, a car and, most importantly, a first-rate opportunity to see, live and experience a summer in France. Speaking French is helpful but not required. For more information we encourage you to look at our website [Contact info available to subscribers] and then contact us if this position is right for you.

Maine

[Contact info available to subscribers] seeks a General Manager Couple at the [Contact info available to subscribers] in Kennebunkport. We are looking for a hardworking, honest couple with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills to assume the full-time management of our upscale nine room, Kennebunkport, Maine Inn. This year-round, live-in position requires the dedication and motivation to create an idyllic experience for our guests while balancing the needs of the business. Job requirements include reservations and concierge service, breakfast preparation and serving, bed making and laundry, grounds work and property maintenance, administrative office work and seasonal renovation projects. This is a hands-on job. The Inn is staffed with a housekeeper for six months of the year and lawn maintenance is provided by an outside service. If you are looking for a lifestyle change and a beautiful vibrant place to live, please send us your information. Bonus skills: culinary/pastry background, light repair/maintenance. Compensation includes housing, utilities and salary. Please submit you cover letter, resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] The start date will be on or about March 15, 2016 for training.

Mexico

CARETAKER(S) WANTED for three rental apartments in the beautiful, European style, UNESCO’s City of Guanajuato, 35 minutes by taxi from the international airport in Leon (BJX). Work a few hours a day in exchange for a beautiful apartment with no rent or utilities to pay. Spectacular views, huge outdoor space with Wi-Fi, sun loungers, hammocks, and rooftop too that has great panoramic views of Guanajuato. There are 100 steps down to my house and another 100 plus steps to the city center. To learn more please check [Contact info available to subscribers] I’m hoping to get people for at least a month or two. Duties include checking guests in, cleaning apartments, shopping, and maintenance. Please email

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Hi, my name is David and my dog’s name is Sammi. I am a 60-year-old man and I am semi-retired. I was a licensed painting contractor for almost 20 years and I have great handyman skills and all the tools etc. to work with. Sammi is about 4-years-old and is a Border Collie mix. She is very smart and well behaved and gets along with everybody and all animals. We are looking for an inexpensive little place to caretake for a few months or longer if everything works out well. A house, cabin or cottage that’s maybe sitting empty (or not) and possibly needs repairs or painting, etc. Possibly in trade for some or all of the rent. I have also been a caretaker for a couple of beach house’s – one in Bocas del Toro, Panama (for two years) and the other in Morro Bay CA (for 11/2 years). Would like to be within 30 minutes or so of Carnation, Washington, but I am open to other areas. I’d also like to be “off the beaten path” but again am open to something else. I have good rental, work and personal references. Please call or text me at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thursday, March 3, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER NEEDED to do odd jobs and farm maintenance in Queensland, in exchange for free rent/power. The caretaker’s own caravan/accommodation is required. We have a 100 acre farm with horse and goat studs, and are close to the coast off Rockhampton. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

New Jersey

I NEED WORK DONE in exchange for a free place to stay in Irvington, NJ. I need a caretaker to care for my building. The caretaker will get a two bedroom apartment, kitchen, and dinette, rent free. Applicants must have good references. Also must be handy. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Experienced, Mature Female Caretaker Plus: I have experience in private, live-in employment as a caretaker, Chef, housekeeper, animal care (both large and small), gardening and am educated in the hospitality industry: B&B’s, Small Inns, and hotels. Pro-active and Self-directed. Seeking a long-term position in the San Francisco Bay area, which has been home for over 35 years. Single, free to travel. Also available for house-sitting assignments while I seek employment. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] or [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks for your interest.

Tuesday, March 1, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER/CLEANING TEAM needed. An apartment complex located in Cable Beach, near Broome, is seeking an individual or couple to assist with daily property maintenance and cleaning duties. The complex is made up of 31 units of which six to eight units operate as short-term accommodation which is serviced between stays and the remaining units are tenanted long-term and would require cleaning upon a tenant vacating and prior to re-letting. The role would also involve opening vacant apartments for prospective tenants to inspect, manage keys and welcome new tenants, pool, and garden and property maintenance. During the peak short-term stay period (June through September) daily cleaning requirements could be two to six hours per day often during the period of 10am-2pm, outside these months cleaning requirements would reduce to approximately eight hours per month. The successful applicants would have some general maintenance experience, be able to work independently and efficiently with an eye for detail. Must be proficient with technology in order to report to the owner and undertake condition reports using an IPad. Remuneration would be rent-free living in a modern two bedroom apartment on site and an annual salary package. The position is available now. Please apply in person at

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California

FREE RENT available for dog professionals (couple only) in Encino. We are a non-profit small dog rescue in search for a responsible and stable live-in couple, with at least one person who has extensive experience as either a vet-tech, dog trainer, or very experienced dog handler. A groomer may also be considered. Must know how to approach and handle timid, frightened, shy, and sometimes aggressive dogs. This arrangement would be an exchange of a one bedroom unit on a property that also houses the organization’s office headquarters for your time and care for our dogs. Most of our dogs are under 20 pounds and we are not focused on one specific breed. Although you must love dogs, you may not have your own pet as you will be required to care for approximately 10 dogs on the property. There is already a stray cat on the property that relies on us for food and water, and companionship. Responsibilities will include general caretaking of the property, including cleaning, maintenance of yard and office headquarters, daily dog care such as feeding, medicating, and exercising, keeping the property tidy and presentable while ensuring noise level is kept to a minimum, and showing dogs to potential adopters and fosters by appointment when needed. You must be comfortable with other employees and volunteers to be on the property during the daytime hours, and you must be comfortable with dogs in your living quarters when necessary. We are not looking for someone who simply needs free rent. We are looking for someone who is passionate about dogs and rescuing who doesn’t mind being surrounded by dogs all day long. Ideally, one of you would be a Vet Tech, trainer, or similar dog-professional while the other may have a part-time day-job. As long as someone is always on the property each morning and each night to ensure they are always monitored. This means that if you go out at night to dinner and a movie, you must enlist a volunteer for the hours that you are gone if available, as long as you never leave the property unattended when our staff is not there. The property is clean, safe, and basic. It has approximately 700 sq. ft. tile floors, laundry, stove, refrigerator, and plenty of outdoor space, not all of which will be used for the dogs, air-conditioning room and plenty of daylight. Absolutely no smoking, marijuana use, or drug use of any kind. A refundable security deposit of $1000 is required. If you feel that you are the right couple who live and breathe dog rescue and wish to devote your lives to them, please send us your qualifications and why you feel that you are the right caretakers to [Contact info available to subscribers] and please be prepared for a background check.

New York

LONG ISLAND, NY: Male live-in companion wanted for an elderly gentleman with mobility issues but intellectually sharp. Free room and board, use of car, free Wi-Fi and cable, plus a small stipend. Separate bedroom and bathroom provided. Duties include shopping, errands, part-time Doctor visits, laundry and light cooking; some assistance may be needed (depending on balance which varies) with personal care tasks. Applicant must be drug/alcohol free, English speaking, a legal resident, with a clean driving record and valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass a background check. The start date is ASAP. Please email your details to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Zealand

BACKPACKERS WANTED for general clean-up of an old hotel in Eltham, a small inland town in South Taranaki, southeast of the volcanic cone of Mount Taranaki/Egmont. Also need some sanding and painting to be done in a small town on the main highway. Friendly easygoing people required to work four hours per day in exchange for food (three meals per day) and accommodation (your own room, with a shared bathroom), unlimited Wi-Fi, and use of mountain bikes. For more details, please call

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QUIET SINGLE MALE is seeking a long-term house sitting or caretaking position in Austin, Texas. I have handyman, maintenance and technical skills and am very good at fixing things. I have experience with hospitality, pet care, gardening and landscaping. I will consider all types of housing. No kids, pets, smoking, drinking, or drugs. Excellent references can be provided. Please email me at [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

Monday, February 29, 2016

Alabama

LIVE-IN CARETAKER NEEDED in Heflin, Alabama. Google our yearly temps. Remote feeling, 10 miles to small town, 30 minutes to big stores. No pay. Free unfurnished 1,000+ square feet basement apartment in exchange. Or park your RV, or put up your yurt, as there is space for creative options. Owner often has gone out of town. Electric, trash, water and sewer covered for moderate users. No drugs, smoking, alcohol, or dogs. Looking for an animal and nature lover. Get moved to top of list if you are non-meat eating, meditate, live a healthy lifestyle (including communication). Needed are animal care, some yard maintenance, possible pick up and drop off at airport (90 minutes away). There will be plenty of time to have your own job. Please email

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Pennsylvania

[Contact info available to subscribers] seeks an on-site Innkeeper/Innkeeper couple starting April 8, to oversee the [Contact info available to subscribers], an historic overnight hostel for Appalachian Trail hikers and a special events facility located in Pine Grove Furnace State Park in Gardners, PA. A furnished apartment is provided free of charge with an additional hourly wage and booking fee for group rentals. Looking for a 3-year commitment. You can see the Position Description and Instructions at [Contact info available to subscribers] More information on the [Contact info available to subscribers] can be found at [Contact info available to subscribers] Please apply by March 11 with a cover letter, resume, and references. No phone calls.

Texas

A TEXAS RANCH near the Austin area has a permanent, full-time caretaker position available for a “mature” couple with their own RV. This is a [Contact info available to subscribers] This position is perfect for the couple who wants privacy but loves working with a few visitor groups monthly. This is truly an example of living in beautiful and peaceful South Central Texas acreage with cattle, horses, walking trails and ponds. One person will be responsible for groundskeeper work, such as mowing, trimming, and care for the flower beds. The second person will be responsible for housecleaning, which includes cleaning six small buildings, laundry, some ironing, and assisting in the kitchen. The couple will also need to maintain the vegetable garden, care of bluebird homes, and run errands. Compensation will include full hook-ups for your RV, amenities, salary, and a benefit package. To apply for this “couple’s position”, please send your information and a photo to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

PROPERTY CARETAKER NEEDED in Kettle Falls, in Stevens County, Washington. Looking for a property caretaker who has maintenance ability. Must be reliable, dependable, and trustworthy – and good with animals. Living quarters available. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] or email your info to [Contact info available to subscribers]

West Virginia

SEEKING A B&B KEEPER/INNKEEPER for our three suite B&B in Harpers Ferry, WV. The position includes a great apartment in the house with separate kitchen and incredible view. Responsibilities include checking in guests, cleaning suites, cooking breakfast, and generally taking care of our wonderful guests. We can take a B&B keeper who has a pet. The position starts at the beginning of April. The B&B is thriving. We cater to outdoor adventurers and history buffs. Harpers Ferry is an amazing location close to Virginia wine country, DC, and the Appalachian Trail. Taking reservations will not be a normal part of the job. We have a great automated system. This is a really lovely way to live with a lot of flexibility. Please send your resume to

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HOUSEMAN/CARETAKER/PERSONAL TRAINER AVAILABLE. Desire a live-in position. I have 30+ years of experience, and a security license. I’m flexible, with great references. Please call

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Friday, February 26, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER COUPLE needed in the Western District of Victoria. An active, house-proud couple is required for a caretaker role at a Naringal Station homestead, located 40 minutes west of Ballarat near Lismore/Skipton. The duties required are maintaining the garden, lawns, basic maintenance, and general tidy, house cleaning, etc. A comfortable three bedroom house provided with a double garage, vegetable garden, etc. Wage to be discussed. This caretaker role would suit a semi-retired, active couple. Please apply at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Minnesota

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a caretaker at our [Contact info available to subscribers] in Plymouth, MN to clean and maintain the common areas, property/grounds to create a pleasant atmosphere for residents. This includes vacuuming, window washing, mopping, picking up trash on the property, sweeping around dumpsters, changing light bulbs, cleaning vacant apartments, etc. Other duties may include delivering notices, inspecting apartments, shoveling/salting sidewalks in the winter time. Customer service and strong communications skills are required. The caretaker must live at the property which means you have to qualify as a resident and to live at this particular property. Must have previous cleaning experience. Must be available the first and last day of the month to clean turns. Must be available for rotated on-call responsibilities (which usually includes evenings and weekends). The schedule will be 99.75 hours/month, and compensation will be a $1,000.00 monthly rent credit. If interested in this position, please apply here:

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Nevada

IN-HOUSE CARETAKER needed in the Rancho Bel Air section of Las Vegas. I am looking for in-house caretaker of an elderly male. The caretaker will be provided with guestroom accommodations and a monthly salary. Duties will include cleaning, some cooking, driving and companionship. For more information, please call

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New York

LONG ISLAND, NY: Male live-in companion wanted for an elderly gentleman with mobility issues but intellectually sharp. Free room and board, use of car, free Wi-Fi and cable, plus a small stipend. Separate bedroom and bathroom provided. Duties include shopping, errands, part-time Doctor visits, laundry and light cooking; some assistance may be needed (depending on balance which varies) with personal care tasks. Applicant must be drug/alcohol free, English speaking, legal resident, clean driving record with valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass a background check. The start date is ASAP. Please email details to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tennessee

MARRIED CARETAKER COUPLE wanted to help maintain a 10 acre lake property in Joelton, TN in return for a one bedroom apartment with electric, cable, and internet. Looking for caretakers who are interested in a long-term situation only. Must be diligent, trustworthy, hard-working, and self-starters who like working outdoors and very handy with lawn care, basic carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc. Must also be able to pass an extensive background check. No drinkers/smokers. Please email your resume(s) to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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RESPONSIBLE HOUSE SITTERS available in Santa Fe, NM. Responsible couple moving back to California this summer are looking for a house sitting/pet-sitting job in Santa Fe. We can take care of your home and your pets while you’re out of town. If your place is up for sale, we can also make sure the inside and outside is clean and always ready to show. My husband presently works as maintenance/caretaker for Rosario Hill Compound in Santa Fe and also works as a landscaper. He would be able to take care of your property, keep it looking really beautiful and clean while you are gone. Myself, well I’m a dancer/ choreographer, and am working on many projects and shows here in Santa Fe. I also love to take care of gardens, plants, and sweet dogs and cats. We’re available starting March or April until June or July. We have great references. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, February 24, 2016

California

POINT REYES, MARIN COUNTY, CA: Cleaning, animal care, light gardening, farm setting. Need an energetic person who loves country life, animals and is experienced detailed cleaner. Clean vacation rental cottages after guests have checked-out. An experienced dog-walker would be ideal. Starting March to early November, possibly longer. Five days/week, four to seven hours/day, and average 35 hours/week, $400/week. Your living space is very private, away from everybody. Private kitchen, bath, yard, Wi-Fi, laundry, utilities provided. Must have car. Please write with your interest and details and I welcome your questions. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] Happy Springtime!

RANCH CARETAKER needed in Templeton, CA. Swap a small amount of work for living space here. Looking for a mature, reliable person. The caretaker must love animals. One to 1.5 hours of work per day in exchange for a small, clean apartment. Please mail resumes to Caretaker, [Contact info available to subscribers]

Canada

CARETAKER/HANDYMAN needed for [Contact info available to subscribers], British Columbia. A part-time live-in caretaker/front desk person/handyperson is required for a small motel with monthly and nightly clientele. This will require 28+ hours a week (depending on the time spent on maintenance). This position would be ideal for a semi-retired, mature individual or couple. A one bedroom suite, utilities, laundry facilities and an hourly wage will be included as part of the compensation. The motel consists of 45 rooms on the [Contact info available to subscribers] in Victoria. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: – Ensuring the building is properly maintained including all common areas, exterior and landscaping, etc. – Ensuring suites are cleaned as needed when the housekeeper is unavailable. – Responding to tenant requests, checking guests in and out, answering the phone. – Updating booking.com room availability. – Carrying out professional suite tours to prospective guests and move in/out inspections. – Washing and folding guest room laundry. – Garbage and recycling maintenance. Requirements: – Must be honest, reliable, self-motivated, friendly and professional. – Possess good people and communication skills, oral and written. – Have working knowledge of the Residential Tenancy Act. – Be able to perform general household maintenance (i.e. painting, gardening, cleaning). – Excellent customer service skills. – Basic computer knowledge and Microsoft Office. The successful candidate must be available to live on site, be able to work evenings and some weekends, be a team player, and be honest and hardworking. Hospitality/rental experience a plus. Please bring your resume and cover letter, in person, to [Contact info available to subscribers], and please include your salary expectations and availability.

Minnesota

FULL-TIME APARTMENT CARETAKER needed in Eden Prairie. Love cleaning? [Contact info available to subscribers] in Eden Prairie is in search of an experienced caretaker. Duties include but are not limited to cleaning of the common areas in the buildings, the property grounds, and turns. You must be able to work weekends when needed. This position requires you to be on call every third week. Compensation includes a competitive wage, insurance benefits, and 401k. If interested please fax your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] for consideration.

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RESPONSIBLE HOUSE SITTERS available in Santa Fe, NM. Responsible couple moving back to California this summer are looking for a house sitting/pet-sitting job in Santa Fe. We can take care of your home and your pets while you’re out of town. If your place is up for sale, we can also make sure the inside and outside is clean and always ready to show. My husband presently works as maintenance/caretaker for Rosario Hill Compound in Santa Fe and also works as a landscaper. He would be able to take care of your property, keep it looking really beautiful and clean while you are gone. Myself, well I’m a dancer/ choreographer, and am working on many projects and shows here in Santa Fe. I also love to take care of gardens, plants, and sweet dogs and cats. We’re available starting March or April until June or July. We have great references. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Arizona

A CENTRAL PHOENIX CHURCH is looking for a church caretaker (landscaper/custodian). The caretaker is responsible for maintaining the grounds (edging, weed-eating, mowing, trimming bushes, etc.), cleaning the insides of the buildings, and setting up for church events. In addition, the church caretaker is expected to walk the church grounds nightly to make sure the buildings are secure. This is a full-time position, and approximately 28 hours each week are spent doing landscaping tasks. The caretaker is provided with a house, including utilities, and a salary. If you are interested in this position, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] by the close of business today. Thanks.

Australia

WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE to house and dog sit for two months, from July 30th through September 28th, 2016. We live in Morley, Western Australia which is approximately 10 kms northeast of Perth. We have a three bedroom, two bathroom duplex (it’s in the rear of the house) with a small garden and both house and garden are pretty ‘easy care’. Buddy, our Basenji dog, is eight years old and needs to be fed twice a day and walked daily. He also is pretty ‘easy care’, however, he does not like to be left ‘home alone’ for long periods, so ideally needs a dog-sitter who either doesn’t work full-time or works from home. Morley is close to major shopping centers and transport. It’s about a 20 minute drive from the city, 30 minutes from the beach, and 15 minutes from the airport. We also have a small car that can be used by the dog/house sitter(s) if required. Basically we just want someone to take really good care of Buddy. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] or call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Colorado

BOUTIQUE PROPERTY MANAGER Position available in Telluride, Colorado (AKA Paradise). Find your new long-term career in the stunning mountains of Telluride as a Property Manager. This is a full-time paid position and a long-term commitment is required. Must be handy, a people pleaser, computer and tech savvy, and have a hardworking attitude. Not afraid to get your hands dirty and do any tasks. Future partnership potential for the right person. Possible housing available for the right person to get your feet on the ground. Must have a clean record, driver’s license with a good vehicle for the mountains. Please send your cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] or email us for more job details.

Pennsylvania

FULL-TIME PARISH CARETAKER needed. [Contact info available to subscribers], PA has an immediate opening for a full-time caretaker who will have both custodial and handyman responsibilities. The ideal candidate should have the natural drive to ensure that our church and facilities are consistently in pristine condition and takes pride in his or her work. The caretaker will be responsible for the overall cleanliness of the [Contact info available to subscribers] Perform day-to-day custodial activities in a proper, effective and efficient manner. Use checklists or other work activity sheets. Clean and sanitize restrooms and common areas using established practices and procedure. Clean, dust, and wipe furniture and pews; sweep, mop, or vacuum floors; empty/clean wastebaskets and trash containers; refill restroom dispensers; polish metal fixtures. Prepare facilities, routinely changing room setups (moving tables and chairs) as required for various events and facility rentals, monitoring events, removing trash and handling building opening, night closings, locking doors, turning off lights, etc. Clean and sanitize kitchens using established practices and procedure. Perform outside cleaning and related activities such as sweeping, shoveling snow and salting, watering flower pots, etc. Assist in ensuring fire drills and emergency evacuation procedures are followed, and fire alarm equipment is serviced. Program HVAC system to support scheduled activities and events, and operate elevator equipment. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated knowledge of basic custodial equipment and functions; basic knowledge of cleaning products and the ability to relate well with staff and the general public. Candidate must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED. A minimum of one year of custodial experience and a valid driver’s license and access to a car is required. Living within five miles of Broomall is considered a plus. Compensation will be competitive and based on experience. To apply please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] and include the word CARETAKER in the Subject Line.

Washington

LOOKING FOR A HENRY ISLAND CARETAKER COUPLE. Henry Island lies just off the northwest shore of San Juan Island, in Washington State and is accessed by boat or floatplane. The on-site caretaker position is for two neighboring private estates. This involves property upkeep, system maintenance, grounds cleanup, supervision of contracted work, transporting trash and coordinating minor new construction. Knowledge of the maintenance and operation of equipment is required, as the caretaker will attend to various watercraft, utility vehicles, and outdoor equipment. Exterior maintenance includes the hot tub, outdoor furniture, the irrigation system, cleaning of metal roofs and gutters and maintaining the dock and pier, as well as maintaining of an organic vegetable garden. The keeping of expense logs and the proper upkeep of service maintenance records are essential for the property and equipment. This position includes housekeeping needs, guest services for the owners and their friends, provisioning the house and boats, setting up games and furniture, and management of parties and events. The ability to maintain the home automation, broadband, Wi-Fi and entertainment systems would be helpful. Housing and all associated costs will be provided. Additional salary and benefits will be provided depending on experience and qualifications. Please send your resume and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers] to apply.

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SENIOR ESTATE MANAGER seeking a caretaker/manager position in the US, California local, or Europe. I have a background in property management, Art and furniture design, with a solid knowledge of construction and maintenance schedules, and technology smart homes. Ethic based on Trust, Results, Integrity, and Presence. Long-term assignment preferred. Will relocate, flexible, no pets, no kids, single, no encumbrance. Resume, References, and Credentials available. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, February 22, 2016

Australia

LIVE-IN, NIGHT CARETAKER needed at our Holiday Park in the South West Rocks, New South Wales. The role includes maintenance work, pool maintenance, cleaning, after hours check-ins, night patrols, and customer service requests. Applicants who are well presented, fastidious with excellent people skills should only apply. This would suit a mature, semi-retired person or a couple. You will be required to complete set tasks in the evenings, including cleaning BBQ’s, camp kitchens, and games room, and cleaning amenities, walk the park to address any noise issues and remain on call to attend to late check-ins, general maintenance breakdowns, and customer issues up to five nights a week including weekends and day work that includes Sundays. Sunday day work includes pool cleaning and maintenance and a list of set morning tasks, plus remains on call to attend to maintenance break downs and customer service requests under the advice of the reception team and maintenance coordinator. Applicants must have an excellent disposition for customer service and be happy to serve the needs of others, and work in well with a team of dedicated professionals. The role is approximately 32 hours per week. You will be required to live-in. Rent subsidies apply in a quality three bedroom residence on site. To apply, please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] and then contact us. Thanks.

Canada

[Contact info available to subscribers] caretaker position available. Want to spend your 2016 summer in the Wilderness surrounded by mountains, lakes, and wildlife, with all the fresh air and sunshine you can handle? If so, we need a [Contact info available to subscribers] caretaker. [Contact info available to subscribers], in the center of the Chilcotin Mountain Provincial Park, is one of our 25 camps in our Chilcotin Mountains. We bring our guests to this dream place on horse pack trips, hike trips, mountain bike tours, fishing experiences to spend some days in this home away from home. To keep things running smoothly we need a responsible person to take care of our camp with good relationship skills ready to welcome the summer tourists coming from all over the world. The ideal person or couple would be capable of performing routine maintenance on the cabin and its surrounds. Do you like to fish, spend time in nature, meet new people and are looking for a wonderful opportunity this summer? We have the place for you to come and live an amazing adventure with our guests and our guides. The position is available from June to October. The caretaker job requirements include having a high school diploma, knowing proper and safe chainsaw use, camp maintenance, preparing meals for the group, and management of camp bookings, and tent allocation. Salary to be determined. To apply, please mail your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hawaii

GREETINGS GENTLE SPIRITS. I am looking for a caretaker for my six acres of pasture land in Paaulio, in Hawai?i County. You can look out over the ocean for beautiful sunrises and sunsets! I have a one bedroom, shared cabin. I am a 54-year-old Chinese widow, who is a spiritual healer and reader. Please send an email to [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information. Thank you.

Illinois

RESIDENTIAL CARETAKER POSITION available. This would be perfect for a retired couple. [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a passionate and dedicated caretaker to look after this extraordinary southern Illinois landmark. We are seeking that special someone who will be an asset to the [Contact info available to subscribers] organization. [Contact info available to subscribers] is situated on top of Bald Knob Mountain, near Alto Pass, Illinois, and offers stunning sunrises and sunsets, breathtaking views, and the solace of the hills and woodlands. It’s the perfect setting for someone who enjoys being surrounded by God’s amazing creation. Here are just a few of the personal benefits the caretaker experiences by serving in this role: – Connect with visitors from all over the world who visit

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– Serve as an inspiration and leader to others – Enjoy the most unique living experience surrounded by the Shawnee National Forest – Learn and enjoy the deep, rich history and heritage of Bald Knob Mountain and the communities surrounding the Cross The caretaker serves to support the overall mission of Bald Knob Cross of Peace by: – Maintaining a residential presence at the Welcome Center. – Insuring the buildings and grounds are maintained and protected. – Insuring the Welcome Center is open and the concessions and merchandise areas are stocked and manned during operating hours. – Assisting event coordinators with the execution of special events. – Assisting the Executive Director with other tasks periodically which may arise. A two-bedroom apartment, attached to the Visitors Center, is provided in exchange for caretaker duties. To apply for the caretaker position please mail your resume and references to

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Italy

DOG/HOUSE SITTER WANTED in Pachino, Sicily, Italy from May 26 through September 2, 2016. We are looking for a couple to come and stay for three months in Southern Sicily to look after our two dogs and have a presence within our property. It would be advisable if you have your own transportation otherwise we can provide bicycles. For more information, please email

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Pennsylvania

[Contact info available to subscribers] seeks an on-site Innkeeper/Innkeeper couple starting April 8, to oversee the [Contact info available to subscribers], an historic overnight hostel for Appalachian Trail hikers and a special events facility located in [Contact info available to subscribers] in Gardners, PA. A furnished apartment is provided free of charge with an additional hourly wage and booking fee for group rentals. Looking for a 3-year commitment. You can see the Position Description and Instructions at [Contact info available to subscribers] More information on the [Contact info available to subscribers] can be found at [Contact info available to subscribers] Apply by March 11 with a cover letter, resume, and references. No phone calls.

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DO YOU HAVE A FARM WITH UNUSED OUT BUILDINGS in Manatee County, Florida? Would you like to add to your income potential by turning them into a Dog Day Care and Pet Boarding facility? I am a successful business owner in the pet industry, a certified Pet Massage Practitioner, Animal Reiki Healer and Private Chef 25+ years who wants to expand into the Dog Day Care and Boarding Industry. I am looking for a secure building, a fenced yard, a safe and secure location, easy access to and from as well as in and out, possible living quarters for my dogs and me. I can provide extra income potential for you, I have a 3,000+ client list (pet owners) as well as a possible caretaker for your farm and animals, and a private chef for you. I am honest, hardworking, caring and driven to succeed, self-motivated and able to invest financially if the situation warrants it. There is a need in this area for Dog Day care and Boarding. I just need the right location! I have great reviews concerning my current business as well as references as a private chef. For more information, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Sunday, February 21, 2016

Australia

HOUSE SITTER NEEDED soon. We have a great home on Macleay Island in South East Queensland, overlooking Moreton Bay, just 70 meters from the water. It has undergone major renovations so it is clean, bright and modern. The only maintenance is to cut the grass and weed the garden. These are not big jobs as our last house sitter (bless her) was a keen gardener. So she mulched everything. If you are looking for a quiet and relaxing destination, Macleay Island is perfect. To be considered, you must have excellent references. Local applicants should mail a letter and your references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Indiana

[Contact info available to subscribers] in Northwest Indiana is looking for the right couple to fill two positions. These positions include an on-site family residence as a part of compensation. The Caretaker/Property Manager Position requires these skills and experience: Serve the needs of the guests and team members by being on site and providing assistance during check-in times, activities, gatherings, and check-out times as well as performing security duties and ensuring that guests and team members have a safe and functional environment by maintaining the buildings and grounds. Additional skills needed: Experience in running heavy equipment and/or farm equipment, and experience in basic home repairs and maintenance and landscaping/gardening. The Caretaker/Property Manager must have a valid driver’s license. The Housekeeping Manager Position requires these skills and experience: Serve the needs of the guests and ensure that Guests and Team Members have a safe, clean and comfortable environment while ensuring the best guest experience possible. Additional skills needed: Professional housekeeping experience; knowledge of safe and proper use of cleaning products; knowledge of safe and proper food handling; and knowledge of administrative and secretarial duties related to the hospitality industry. To apply, please mail a cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Louisiana

LIVE ON-SITE CARETAKER needed at a RV Park located in New Orleans East. We are seeking a person/couple (married, unmarried)/family to live on our RV Park premises to help run the business. Some duties include, but not limited to, answering phones, making reservations using our computer system, check-in, and check-out guests, accommodate guests with answering questions, helping hooking-up, backing up, etc., possible landscaping with/without help of our gardener/assistant/helper, walking the grounds and picking up trash/litter, etc., making sure everything is in order and safe, emptying the property trash cans, cleaning the lounge, laundry room, bathrooms, etc. daily and as needed, and working with the owner/managers and/or staff on a daily basis. Knowledge of construction, and/or electrical, and/or plumbing is a plus. The caretaker’s pay is to be determined, and this position includes an on-site private two to three bedroom house with phone, water, electricity, cable, and Internet included. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

Tennessee

MARRIED CARETAKER COUPLE wanted to help maintain a 10 acre lake property in Joelton, TN in return for a one bedroom apartment with electric, cable, and internet. Looking for caretakers who are interested in a long-term situation only. Must be diligent, trustworthy, hard-working, and self-starters who like working outdoors and very handy with lawn care, basic carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc. Must also be able to pass an extensive background check. No drinkers/smokers. Please email your resume(s) to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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LOOKING FOR AN HONEST PLACE TO CALL HOME, (away from the city) – in God’s Countryside (the Monterey Bay area). I’m trying to get away from all the city life and traffic, back into the hills and countryside where it’s quiet. I’m looking for a place to rest in peace. Would like to find a very private and low budget home for myself and my dog, as a home and be your property caretaker/ranch hand/animal care person. A small cabin, house, cottage, etc., with a yard for my dog to be safe and free and where I can use all my skills to improve all your home and property needs. I’m willing to do all I can to help you if you can find me a home and an honest way to survive. I’m a very quiet and respectable man. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information. Thank you and God Bless You.

Friday, February 19, 2016

Connecticut

HOUSEKEEPER needed for a family in Stonington, CT. The successful applicant will have a high standard of housekeeping experience, along with a good eye for detail and organizing. Must be able to communicate in English. Salary is $250 for a weekly cleaning, including windows and changing lightbulbs as needed. To apply, please send a cover letter and your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] Please put [Contact info available to subscribers] in the subject line. Thank you.

New Zealand

WE HAVE A 25 ACRE FARM in Kerikeri, in Northland New Zealand and need some help with removing weeds in the bush areas, plus some general garden jobs, and some property maintenance such as water-blasting, sanding, etc. This would suit one to two fit, strong people who are used to working in the outdoors with good English ideally from February 22nd. We live on a beautiful coastal farm with fantastic water views and sheep. Kerikeri is a boutique small town with great walks, access to local beaches and an attractive atmosphere. We love sailing, cycling and beaches. We have 11-year-old twin boys at home. We provide full board, and food and laundry for four hours of work per day. Please call us at [Contact info available to subscribers] if you have a “can do” attitude and you are good company. Thanks.

Washington

LONG-TERM, FULL-TIME, YEAR ROUND CARETAKER COUPLE wanted in Anacortes, WA starting April 1, 2016. [Contact info available to subscribers] is comprised of 40 families, organized as a cooperative which is led by a seven member Board of Trustees. These 40 families share ownership of 40+ acres of waterfront property on Decatur Island, a small private island which is part of the San Juan Islands in the northwest corner of Washington State. The property includes eight cabins, two docks, eight buoys, a tennis court and almost a mile of low or no bank beaches. The caretaker couple will be primarily responsible for maintaining the [Contact info available to subscribers] facilities, vehicles, and property. This includes regular maintenance and capital improvement projects on the buildings, grounds maintenance, protecting the vehicles and property from winter damage, and other tasks including annual cleaning. The caretaker couple will have the administrative responsibility of keeping current and accurate financial records for [Contact info available to subscribers] and will report monthly financial results to the Board of Trustees (BOT) Treasurer. They will administer the association website, on-line calendar, and paper calendars for reservations. The caretaker couple will also be responsible for communication of relevant [Contact info available to subscribers] information to shareholders as necessary and/or as requested by the BOT. The caretaker couple will serve as DHBA liaison to the greater Decatur Island population (permanent and/or summer residents) and should promote a positive community relations with all island residents. The DHBA caretaker couple reports to the BOT and shares responsibility with the BOT for communicating, informing, and sharing information that may require action by the BOT or the shareholders. The caretakers’ compensation package will include a base salary, benefits, plus additional living expenses including but not limited to lodging. Please send your resume, cover letter, and any salary requirements to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Seeking a long-term live-in caretaker position in a quiet, secluded location. 20+ years caretaker experience including: Security Presence, Grounds Maintenance, Landscaping, Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Painting, Irrigation, Well/Septic, Pest Control, and Pet/Animal care. We are a healthy, retired, married couple, a veteran, dependable, respectful, self-starters, who do not drink, smoke, or use drugs. All offers considered. Additional information and references available upon request. Please email

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Thursday, February 18, 2016

Alaska

HELP NEEDED – 1st Mate Live-aboard. Owner seeks energetic, jack-of-all-trades, male, to clean ([Contact info available to subscribers]) and maintain a 98′ Yacht. Must know tools. Must be a ‘natural mechanic’. Must be organized. Seeking a check-list oriented person. Competitive salary plus exceptionally spacious accommodations with a private on-board office. Currently based out of southeast Alaska/British Columbia. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

FEMALE CARETAKER WANTED in Anaheim Hills. An elderly woman is looking for a female (No Males) live-in caretaker for no rent or reduced rent. She is offering a private room and bath and full privileges in a beautiful home in the hills by the 91 and 55 freeways. The room can come furnished or unfurnished. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] this weekend, and leave a message if no one answers.

Canada

WE HAVE AN OPENING FOR CARETAKER/MAINTENANCE POSITION for a housing provider in the [Contact info available to subscribers], British Columbia. We are looking for an applicant who has knowledge of proper janitorial practices, basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems, the ability to interact well with our diverse clientele, with excellent people skills, the ability to follow instructions, and a valid driver’s license and vehicle. Responsibilities include, but not limited to: perform routine maintenance, general cleaning and minor repairs; move in/move out inspections; prepare vacant units for turnover; provide access for sub-trades as required; respond in a friendly and timely manner to owner and tenant inquires; maintain building maintenance logs and records; ensure fire protection equipment is properly maintained and up to date; must ensure that all activities are completed in a safe and efficient way; must work independently and is expected to maintain a schedule of work. Compensation starts from $45,000 plus per year and excellent benefit package after probation time. Live on site is not necessary but preferable. A reference and criminal check will be performed upon hiring. Please fax resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

CARETAKERS WANTED in Friday Harbor, Washington. The [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a Caretaking/Outstation Manager couple to manage our outstation at Friday Harbor in the beautiful San Juan Islands near Seattle, Washington. Founded in 1892, the [Contact info available to subscribers] is one of the country’s most active and long-established yacht clubs. The primary responsibility is to maintain and protect the assets of the property and buildings, while providing services to members who use the outstation for boating and social purposes. This is a great opportunity to live on an island, show off your superior customer service, and be part of making our members time on the island memorable. Housing and salary included. If interested, please submit cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

NEED A CARETAKER OR A WINTER REMODEL in the Hendersonville or Black Mountain areas of North Carolina? Handyman seeks a caretaker’s position or housing that needs to be remodeled. I’m pretty much qualified in anything from A-Z and I’m not afraid of hard work. I’m simple, responsible and honest, and I’m just looking for a serene, private place to live. Please call me if you can help or if you have any questions. Thank you for reading this. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, February 17, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER NEEDED in exchange for free rent and power, in the Longreach area. Longreach is a small town in Central West Queensland, west of Rockhampton. An air-conditioned, two bedroom, furnished cottage will be provided. Caretaking duties required when we are away. Bush experience preferred. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

California

[Contact info available to subscribers], a long-established ten member duck club located in the [Contact info available to subscribers], consists of over 450 acres with a well-appointed club house and an adjoining three-room caretaker’s apartment. This position requires a couple, who will oversee all aspects of an active club, including the following: Preparing and serving all meals during the hunting season and for two months during the summer while grounds’ work is being done; Daily maintenance and minor repair of the club house, yard, boats and boat dock; Maid service for all eleven bedrooms, bathrooms, and great room; Supervision of all hired outside contractors and temporary peak needs and summer work employees; Procurement of all operating supplies. An on-going pleasant disposition consistent with that expected of employees in a high-quality commercial resort-type establishment is required. Please fax

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Minnesota

LIVE-IN CARETAKER COUPLE needed at our 131 unit condominium building in St. Louis Park. We are offering a full-time on-site position which involves a variety of duties including light maintenance, cleaning, boiler, pool, snow shoveling. A Class C Boilers license and pool certification is required for this job. Compensation includes a two bedroom apartment, parking, salary, and a retirement plan. It is possible that the caretaker couple would include higher salary for cleaning and office duties. An iPhone is provided by the Association for phone/text and email for quick communication with the Association manager and residents. Goals include responding to all emergencies within one hour, and non-emergencies within 24 hours. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Montana

CARETAKER NEEDED in southwest Montana. Summer duties will include flood irrigating, haying, maintenance and general ranch upkeep, caring for mares and foals, yearlings and a few ranch horses. Winter duties include barn chores, cleaning stalls, feeding and helping with foaling and breeding. The caretaker will be provided a three bedroom trailer house furnished, located four miles from the ranch in town. Minimal wage plus an opportunity to run up to 40 cows of your own. Please email your resume and work references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Pennsylvania

HEAD OF MAINTENANCE/CARETAKER needed for an overnight camp in Honesdale from April through October. Experience in plumbing, swimming pool maintenance, electric, construction, and small engines a plus. Must be respectful around children. Excellent salary provided. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

LOOKING FOR A HOUSE SITTER OR PET-SITTER SITUATION on the Westside of Los Angeles. I am a 54-year-old single, responsible, male college graduate. I’m employed, reliable, drug and alcohol free. I’m seeking a live-in house sitting or pet-sitting situation. Great references available. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, February 15, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER/GARDENER/HANDYMAN needed for general duties at a historic Woollahra home. Can be a single or couple. Each day will be a mix of tidying the garden, mowing, cleaning the outside of the house, light house repairs and maintenance and arranging contractors for the big jobs. You must have a good work ethic, be neat, physically capable, get on with others, take initiative, like dogs and be a nice person. The work is from 8am to midday weekdays. In exchange for your work, you will receive your own two bedroom apartment onsite with kitchen, living area, and LUG with all services provided including Wi-Fi and Foxtel. You will have worked with your own hands previously, be able to solve problems, be able to work on your own or with other people. Your English must be very good and you will have the right to work and live in Australia (no tourist visas). We would prefer if you have been around historic houses and love and appreciate them. The position commences around March 15th. If you fit this description and are a local Sydney resident, please call

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Hawaii

CARETAKERS WANTED in Waipio Valley, Big Island. We are looking for a couple for our riverfront three acre property in exchange for 10 weekly hours of labor in landscaping/gardening, maintenance and building. Live in a separate caretaker’s quarters. We, the owners, do not live on property. 4WD vehicle and references required. We have many references from past caretakers. Cell and Internet available via cellphone booster. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] and send your resume, references and photo.

New York

LONG ISLAND, NY: Male live-in companion wanted for intellectually sharp, elderly gentleman with some mobility issues. Free room/board, use of car, plus a small stipend. Duties include shopping, errands, part-time visits, laundry, light cooking. Some assistance may be needed (depending on balance which varies) with personal care tasks. This usually only involves listening to make sure he hasn’t fallen. Applicant must be drug/alcohol free, English speaking, legal resident, clean/valid driver’s license, able to pass background check. Looking for an April 1st start, sooner may be possible. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

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CARETAKER AVAILABLE in Lake County, California. I am a healthy 62-year-old retired Early Childhood Education teacher with a pension looking for a caretaking opportunity in the country (Sonoma, Napa, Mendocino, or Lake County) in exchange for rent/partial rent. Rustic is good, as I have a 4WD. I have one dog, and one cat. Most recently, I was the caretaker on Sonoma Mountain in Petaluma. Responsibilities included managing sheep, maintaining spring water system, fixing fences, maintaining fire break, mucking barn, general yard work, patrolling the property for trespassers, new lambs, needed fence repair and predators. I am honest, dependable, easy going and flexible. References include SRJC Child Development Department (20 years) – my last caretaking position was for 10 years. My present employer is Dog Tired Kennels for nine years and all of my neighbors on Sonoma Mountain. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] if you or someone you know needs a good caretaker.

Friday, February 12, 2016

Cambodia

LOOKING FOR A LOW SEASON MANAGER/CARETAKER for a small guesthouse on beautiful Otres Beach, Sihanoukville, Cambodia. We need someone for a period of four months, starting on mid-June through September. Great benefits available for the right people! [Contact info available to subscribers] is a funky guesthouse, restaurant and bar on the shores of one of Southeast Asia’s most beautiful beaches. We have seven basic bungalows and a dorm for six, that surround the huge geometric dome which houses the restaurant and bar. People come here to chill out in the sun, and meet like-minded travelers at our round bar. Chill out during the day on the beach, and catch the sunset from one of the treehouses Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Montana

CARETAKER COUPLE with their own RV needed. We have a new small resort and are looking for a couple to live on site in beautiful Thompson Falls, Montana starting April 1, 2016. You will have your own private area for your RV, power and water free in exchange for help around our resort. We are located in the woods with two year round creeks, game room, and laundry facility. Must be able to help with room cleaning and light maintenance. We look forward to hearing from you! Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Spain

I AM LOOKING FOR A DOG/HOUSE SITTER for my home, garden and most importantly my three lovely dogs whilst I am away in the USA for three weeks from the 17th of May. I live near the Malaga Airport in Malaga, a port city on southern Spain’s Costa del Sol, and a 15 minute drive from the city, beach and airport, in the countryside. It is a 3/4 bedroom villa with a small private pool. For more details, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

[Contact info available to subscribers] is seeking a live-in Innkeeper for a six guest room historic property. We’re known for quality food and service and green practices. Meat and eggs comes from local farms where animals are loved and cared for, and fruits and vegetables are as locally sourced and organic as is available. Energy efficiency, nontoxic cleaners, recycling and composting are part of our comprehensive environmental management plan. Thistledown B&B is central to the world’s best beers, artisan cheeses, ice cream, and outdoor recreation. On the rail trail and Lamoille River, and only minutes away from skiing in Stowe and Craftsbury, dogsledding, biking, canoe and kayaking. Your duties include welcoming guests, preparing and serving breakfast, room turnovers, checking out guests, general maintenance and marketing. I am looking for someone who attends to detail and provides exceptional customer service. In return, you receive all expense paid housing and a salary. Please submit your cover letter, resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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CARETAKER AVAILABLE in Lake County, California. I am a healthy 62-year-old retired Early Childhood Education teacher with a pension looking for a caretaking opportunity in the country (Sonoma, Napa, Mendocino, or Lake County) in exchange for rent/partial rent. Rustic is good, as I have a 4WD. I have one dog, and one cat. Most recently, I was the caretaker on Sonoma Mountain in Petaluma. Responsibilities included managing sheep, maintaining spring water system, fixing fences, maintaining fire break, mucking barn, general yard work, patrolling the property for trespassers, new lambs, needed fence repair and predators. I am honest, dependable, easy going and flexible. References include SRJC Child Development Department (20 years) – my last caretaking position was for 10 years. My present employer is Dog Tired Kennels for nine years and all of my neighbors on Sonoma Mountain. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] if you or someone you know needs a good caretaker.

Thursday, February 11, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER NEEDED for a Country Hotel in Muntadgin, a town off the Great Eastern Highway on Brissenden Road, situated between the towns of Bruce Rock and Southern Cross in the Wheat belt region of Western Australia. We are looking for retired nomads with or without own accommodation to caretake our country hotel for four weeks. A police clearance and references are essential. Please write to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Connecticut

WE ARE SEEKING A PASSIONATE INDIVIDUAL OR COUPLE to manage a 48 room boutique hotel in the heart of historic downtown Mystic, CT. [Contact info available to subscribers] in downtown and all of the rooms have recently been updated. The owners are committed to the success of the hotel and want to add a dynamic manager to lead our exceptional team. The responsibilities will include personnel management, allocating bonuses, forging partnerships, marketing and reporting. This is ideal for a self-starter that wants to take control of a property in a very unique and special location and maximize its potential. The right individual or couple will be rewarded for performance and will have the ability to share in profits. Housing at the property is an option. Salary and health care options to be provided to qualified candidates only. Please submit a cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Minnesota

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a caretaker at our 71 France property in Edina to clean and maintain the common areas, property/grounds to create a pleasant atmosphere for residents. This includes vacuuming, window washing, mopping, picking up trash on the property, sweeping around dumpsters, changing light bulbs, cleaning vacant apartments, etc. Other duties may include delivering notices, inspecting apartments, shoveling/salting sidewalks in the winter time. Customer service and strong communications skills are required. The caretaker must live at the property which means you have to qualify as a resident and to live at this particular property. Please review the amenities and rent ranges for 71 France to make sure this is a property you would want to live at as well as qualify to live at. Must have previous cleaning experience. Must be available the first and last day of the month to clean turns. Must be available for rotated on-call responsibilities (which usually includes evenings and weekends). The schedule will be 80.25 hours/month, with a compensation of an $800 monthly rent credit. If interested in this opportunity, please apply here: [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

HOUSEKEEPER, OR COUPLE NEEDED for a housekeeper/handyman position in the Forks area, a city in Clallam County, Washington. Detail-oriented, organized and satisfied by a job well done? This is not a typical cleaning job. You must enjoy cleaning, have a positive attitude, be energetic, reliable, self-motivated, and take pride in your work. This is an established business with six rentals. The position requires four to six hours of cleaning per day. The rentals are vacation homes and cleaning days are determine by booked reservations and the departing date of the guest. Some weeks may have seven cleaning days, some weeks may have 0 or one cleaning day affording plenty of leisure time. Therefore, the position requires availability seven days a week, but actual working days/duration vary based on bookings and departure dates. We are located near Olympic National Park, beaches, and fishing. This is an immediate opening – with a commitment through October preferred. Hourly wage for time worked, plus if you are an RVer, we will pay $280/month for your RV space and services fees. If you are not an RVer, we will pay $280/month towards your monthly housing expense. Random drug testing. Please email your resume, five employer references, and a letter explaining why you are good fit to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

HOUSEMAN/CARETAKER/PERSONAL TRAINER AVAILABLE. Desire a live-in position. I have 30+ years of experience, and a security license. I’m flexible, with great references. Please call

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Monday, February 8, 2016

Australia

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A FARM CARETAKER for our farm, located northeast of Wave Rock, Western Australia. A furnished house is provided on the farm, and a wage package is available relative to experience and duties. Duties will include assisting the owner with fencing, weed control, machinery maintenance, sheep handling and some caretaking. The successful applicant must be happy to live in the eastern wheat-belt, be experienced working near machinery, be able to work with sheep, have a police clearance, and own transport. If interested, please mail your resume and local references to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

California

SMALL 120 ACRE WORKING RANCH in Manton, CA needs assistance with general ranch maintenance including livestock production – goats, sheep and Heritage GOS hogs [Contact info available to subscribers] – fencing, irrigating, ranch sitting occasionally. Must have general mechanical ability for medium tractor, 4 wheeler, and pickups. This is an unpaid position with potential for some stipend depending on skills. The ranch is located at 2,700 ft. elevation in the Lassen Foothills. Applicants may have to supply their own living arrangements (approved) or the owner may supply a vintage trailer on approximately one acre fenced area with power, septic, and non-potable water. The property has a gorgeous open view, end of road privacy, and a wonderful fishing and hunting area. Excellent garden area with potential for further acreage for growing truck gardens – no pot! Perfect for a retired single or couple. Can be a permanent position for the right person. Absolutely no drugs or drama, non-drinkers and smokers given preference. References required. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for information.

Caribbean

PLEASE NOTE: THIS WAS POSTED LAST WEEK WITH INCORRECT DATES – AND THE ADVERTISER HAS UPDATED HIS DATES HERE: VIEQUES, a beautiful, unspoiled, Caribbean Island Paradise. HOUSE SITTER(s) needed from 5/1/16 – 10/1/16. Being an experienced Cat person/lover is essential, as there are four Cats to care for (one indoor/outdoor, three outdoor). A largely self-contained, quiet and serene person, or couple, is preferred… as this isn’t a ‘Party’ house. It’s a non-smoking abode as well. Sitter(s) to occupy a private apartment in a two family house that’s right above the waves. The view is spectacular and the beach is only 50 steps away, so hearing the gentle surf is an amazing plus. This is a non-salaried position which trades off staying in a little slice of ‘Paradise’ in return for excellent Cat care and basic gardening. Utilities, satellite cable TV and Wi-Fi internet are included. (There’s also possible use of a car.) This is an excellent opportunity for a computer based business person, a writer, an Artist, or someone who’s looking to disconnect for a while. Applicants should be health oriented, free of drug and alcohol problems, and have a peaceful Loving-Kindness life focus. Background checks will be conducted. Please email your Letter, Bio, Recent photos and three checkable references to caretakergazette@gmail.com Please include the words ‘Vieques Housesit Assignment’ in the subject line for screening.

Hawaii

PLANT ‘WIZARD’ SOUGHT for Hawaii (Big Island) Native Plant Refuge. Caretaker with passion for horticulture and capable in self-reliant (‘off grid’) lifestyle needed at our 2,400′ elevation. This is very private, with rustic accommodation and vehicle for use. Terms of residency subject to negotiation and successful train-in/orientation. If seriously interested, please contact me for more details at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Italy

HISTORICAL HOUSE CARETAKER needed in Pisa, in Tuscany, Central Italy. [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a responsible and reliable person who loves historical houses and would like to stay and sleep from 8:00 pm to 7:00 am inside, and help guests with their small needs (suggest a restaurant, call a taxi, help for a small need, etc.). The main duty is caretaker/house sitting with very small bricolage activities. Mornings and afternoons are totally free; Monday is a total free day. The villa is in Tuscany, seven kilometers from Pisa and 10 kilometers from Lucca, close to the Vecchiano beach, and inside a natural park (Migliarino San Rossore National Park). The position is for three months starting around March/April or from June/July or from September/October, 2016. The position is agreeable for a free holidays in Tuscany (the Pisa-Lucca area). The position is eligible for a three month tourist visa: no money compensation is available, no meals provided. The accommodation (a single room with kitchenette and a private bathroom) is fully available for the period. To apply, please write to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tennessee

FULL-TIME CARETAKER/COOK WANTED in Tellico Plains, TN. We are looking for a responsible manager/cook to care for four cabins, six motel rooms and a small restaurant in the Cherokee National Forest. Some lite cooking, reservations, cleaning and office work will be required. Housing and paid utilities provided and the salary is negotiable. You must supply your own food expenses, and you must have your own vehicle. No pets and no smoking. This is perfect for someone who loves nature. Only serious applicants need to apply! Please go to our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] and then contact us.

Washington

LIVE-IN PROPERTY CARETAKER needed for [Contact info available to subscribers], WA. We have 18.5 acres of property in the beautiful Teanaway Valley surrounded by towering evergreens. No rent or utilities expenses for you – just a weekly paycheck. The job responsibilities will include mowing, plowing and shoveling snow (especially this year!), helping renters, helping to maintain the buildings and grounds, helping to maintain the hot tub, etc. To learn more please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] then contact Dave to apply.

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HOUSEMAN/CARETAKER/PERSONAL TRAINER AVAILABLE. Desire a live-in position. I have 30+ years of experience, and a security license. I’m flexible, with great references. Please call

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Friday, February 5, 2016

Caribbean

VIEQUES, a beautiful, unspoiled, Caribbean Island Paradise. HOUSE SITTER(s) needed from 5/1/16 – 10/1/16. Being an experienced Cat person/lover is essential, as there are four Cats to care for (one indoor/outdoor, three outdoor). A largely self-contained, quiet and serene person, or couple, is preferred… as this isn’t a ‘Party’ house. It’s a non-smoking abode as well. Sitter(s) to occupy a private apartment in a two family house that’s right above the waves. The view is spectacular and the beach is only 50 steps away, so hearing the gentle surf is an amazing plus. This is a non-salaried position which trades off staying in a little slice of ‘Paradise’ in return for excellent Cat care and basic gardening. Utilities, satellite cable TV and Wi-Fi internet are included. (There’s also possible use of a car.) This is an excellent opportunity for a computer based business person, a writer, an Artist, or someone who’s looking to disconnect for a while. Applicants should be health oriented, free of drug and alcohol problems, and have a peaceful Loving-Kindness life focus. Background checks will be conducted. Please email your Letter, Bio, Recent photos and three checkable references to caretakergazette@gmail.com Please include the words ‘Vieques Housesit Assignment’ in the subject line for screening.

Maryland

EXPERIENCED LIVE-IN FULL-TIME INNKEEPER OR INNKEEPING COUPLE needed for a large Maryland Inn. Will need to work with the owner. Must have exemplary communication skills with guests and owners, excellent time management skills and creativity to market weddings, special events as well as lodging packages. Total understanding of daily operations is required including breakfast preparation, maintenance, and scheduling staff based on occupancy needs. Applicants must be knowledgeable in computer software, reservation systems and able to handle all social media updating. This year round position includes compensation based on experience, onsite housing, paid vacation and more. No smokers please. Please email your resume, salary requirements and job related references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Pennsylvania

HEAD OF MAINTENANCE/CARETAKER needed for an overnight camp in Honesdale. Experience in plumbing, swimming pool maintenance, electric, construction, and small engines a plus. Must be respectful around children. Excellent salary provided. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

HOUSEKEEPER, OR COUPLE NEEDED for a housekeeper/handyman position. Detail-oriented, organized and satisfied by job well done? This is not a typical cleaning job. You must enjoy cleaning, have a positive attitude, be energetic, reliable, self-motivated, and take pride in work. This is an established business with six rentals. Requires four to six hours on cleaning days, and there will be plenty of leisure time. Located near Olympic National Park, beaches, and fishing. Immediate opening – with a commitment through October. Hourly wage for time worked. Monthly RV lot/services rent of $280/month paid, or same towards monthly housing expense. Random drug testing. Please email your resume, five employer references, and a letter explaining why you are good fit to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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DO YOU HAVE A FARM WITH UNUSED OUT BUILDINGS in Manatee County, Florida? Would you like to add to your income potential by turning them into a Dog Day Care and Pet Boarding facility? I am a successful business owner in the pet industry, a certified Pet Massage Practitioner, Animal Reiki Healer and Private Chef 25+ years who wants to expand into the Dog Day Care and Boarding Industry. I am looking for a secure building, a fenced yard, a safe and secure location, easy access to and from as well as in and out, possible living quarters for my dogs and me. I can provide extra income potential for you, I have a 3,000+ client list (pet owners) as well as a possible caretaker for your farm and animals, and a private chef for you. I am honest, hardworking, caring and driven to succeed, self-motivated and able to invest financially if the situation warrants it. There is a need in this area for Dog Day care and Boarding. I just need the right location! I have great reviews concerning my current business as well as references as a private chef. For more information, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thursday, February 4, 2016

Australia

PART-TIME CARETAKER required on our property located 60 kilometers west of Mackay, Queensland. This would suit an active couple to perform routine tasks to assist our family on a cane and cattle farm in exchange for a furnished three bedroom house. This is a long-term position. Sober habits required. Local caretakers should call [Contact info available to subscribers] to apply.

Georgia

WE ARE SEEKING A RESPONSIBLE FARM CARETAKER to live on our small farm in Canton, GA. A large two bedroom barn apartment will be provided in exchange for your help managing our seven acre horse farm with pastures, eight stall barn, riding arena, etc. This is a private family-oriented farm and we are seeking professional, responsible, friendly, motivated applicants who enjoy horses, have some knowledge of animal nutrition and health, are hard-working, enjoy the country, and enjoy other animals and people. Duties include daily feeding/turnout of the horses, cleaning and filling water troughs and buckets, cleaning stalls, maintaining pastures, mowing, tractor and other farm equipment operation and knowledge of maintenance and repair, fence repair and maintenance, working with the owners to maintain the farm. Work is in exchange for the apartment. Instructors, trainers or other horse-oriented people seeking to live, work, and enjoy horses are encouraged to apply if you are able to fulfill the expected duties. This would be perfect for a couple where one takes care of the horses and the other is a mechanic or a jack-of-all-trades type. Prefer non-smokers without their own animals or children. We are not in a rush, but want to find the right people for the job as they will work closely with the family. Please reply for more information by sending your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Montana

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a few good men and women to volunteer their time at one of Montana’s most colorful ghost towns during the summer and fall. Volunteers are needed at [Contact info available to subscribers] from June through the middle of October to assist with a variety of tasks including providing visitor information, leading tours, and assisting at the visitor center, including handling the sales of souvenirs and other items. Depending on the volunteer’s interest, other opportunities may be available such as area maintenance, assisting with special events like the annual [Contact info available to subscribers], and development of signs and exhibits. Volunteers are asked to commit for a minimum of one month, but longer stays are encouraged. The [Contact info available to subscribers] may also provide a food stipend and lodging in one of the ghost town’s historic cabins which have no electricity or running water. A background check is required for all applicants. Garnet Ghost Town is located 40 miles east of Missoula off a gravel road and is managed by the [Contact info available to subscribers] Mining began in the community in the 1860s and continued through the 1930s. Now, more than a century after [Contact info available to subscribers] was a thriving community, only remnants of the town remain. The [Contact info available to subscribers] have worked to stabilize and preserve the buildings for the enjoyment of the public. Those who are interested in volunteering should contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Retired married couple seeking a long-term live-in caretaker position in a quiet, secluded, continental US location. We are college educated former professionals in social work and engineering. US military veteran, healthy, energetic, dependable, responsible, respectful, and self-motivated, do not drink, smoke, or use drugs. Our backgrounds extend from all around home maintenance skills to landscaping, and pet/animal care including extensive equestrian experience. Our current position ends soon. Additional information and references upon request; please email

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Wednesday, February 3, 2016

Australia

WE ARE A WORKING BACKPACKER HOSTEL located in Ayr, North Queensland looking for a manager/caretaker. This is a live-in position with accommodation, electricity, telephone included. Your duties would include day-to-day management of reception, answering phone enquires and bookings, accommodation bookings and check-ins/check outs, receipt of weekly rent payments, working with local farmers to supply backpackers as workers, organizing workers on a daily basis for farm work, cleaning rooms after check out, daily cleaning of kitchen, ablutions and common areas, general gardening and lawn mowing, empty bins daily, refueling motor vehicles, checking water, oil, etc. of the motor vehicles, and monitor vehicle servicing. Experience in tourism or customer service is preferred but not essential. Please mail your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Michigan

AN EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONAL COUPLE is needed for a 14-room luxury bed & breakfast in a small Northern Michigan Lake Huron resort town. [Contact info available to subscribers] is seeking a self-motivated Innkeeping team who are mature, well-groomed couple who enthusiastically anticipate and meet guests’ high expectations. This is a full-time, year-round, hands-on position to oversee the day-to-day operation of the Inn, along with maintenance and upkeep of the Inn and grounds. The couple must have creative culinary skills with a passion for food along with mechanical aptitude. Applicants must be physically fit, computer literate, possess a positive attitude, passion for guest service, handling guests’ concerns and providing resolutions in a professional manner. Please send your resume, bio, references and salary requirements to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Montana

GREAT OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE for a friendly reliable individual or couple with your own RV in beautiful Montana. [Contact info available to subscribers] is surrounded by three areas of protected lands (Bob Marshall Wilderness, Great Bear Wilderness and Glacier National Park) that when combined makes the largest continuous wilderness area in the lower 48 states, which is ideal for outdoor and hiking enthusiasts. Just minutes from blue ribbon trout fishing and a paddler’s paradise and only nine miles from the West Gate of Glacier National Park. Daily responsibilities could include any or all of the following: housekeeping, lawn care, guest relations and light maintenance. You provide your own RV, we provide a beautiful shaded RV slip, water, electricity, sewer hookups, and Wi-Fi in a stunning location. Interested parties please apply for the summer of 2016. This is not paid position. If interested, please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] to learn more and then apply.

New Jersey

SEEKING A HANDS-ON, FULL-TIME CARETAKER for a Summer Camp Property in East Brunswick. Our Middlesex County camp grounds include 20 acres with 20+ buildings, swimming pools and a complete workshop. This job requires dedication, commitment, team-orientation, passion and a kid friendly attitude. The time schedule will be May through August – whatever it takes to get the job done (six to seven days per week, nights, weekends, etc.). Must be flexible! September through March the hours will be 9am to 5pm Monday – Friday. Full construction experience needed (previous construction and maintenance experience a necessity as you will supervise a small crew on a daily basis) along with general maintenance, repair and development of grounds and buildings, including: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, landscaping, pool maintenance, machine operation, small motor maintenance and repair, and vehicle repair. The Camp is an environment for a fun, great person who has the willingness to provide for a fantastic community and shows great leadership skills. We are looking for someone who can care about our property as much as we do! Previous management and maintenance experience a necessity as you will supervise a small crew on a daily basis. Accommodation available for a live-in caretaker. You can learn more at [Contact info available to subscribers] Please send your resume and contact information with your experience in the above areas to [Contact info available to subscribers], or call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

A BRYAN, TX ADULT COUPLE is seeking an additional experienced female Estate Housekeeper for their 26,000 sq. ft., three-story home. The right candidate will love dogs (they have a poodle), be non-smoking, have experience and/or professional training, be detail-oriented and flexible, take great pride in their work, be a team player, and have a very professional appearance. They should also have a clean driving record, great integrity, and a strong command of American English language. Responsibilities include housecleaning, laundry and ironing, pet care, occasional serving of meals, packing for travel, some chauffeuring and running of errands, occasional cooking, and anything else required to help their homes and lives run smoothly. Must have a pleasant personality, understand boundaries, and be a problem-solver. Salary commensurate with experience, skills and abilities, and includes benefits (health and dental insurance, paid holidays and vacation days after the first year) and living accommodations – a 1,300 sq. ft. home shared with the other Housecleaner, with a private bedroom and bath provided. For a great opportunity to care for a beautiful home and a lovely, busy senior couple, please send your personal email address along with your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wisconsin

CARETAKER NEEDED for apartments in Randolph. This position requires 5 – 10 hours of work per week, and the caretaker must have their own tools. Duties will include general repairs, upkeep, lawn care and some lease paperwork/showing units. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] is an equal opportunity provided and employer. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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LOOKING TO BABYSIT YOUR HOME AND ALL ANIMALS. My name is Jackie Barris (58-years-old). I live on a two acre horse property without any horses due to finances. My background is I am a Colonel’s daughter, was a Captain’s wife, a corporate wife (Michelin Tires), Department of Defense Recreation GS7/9 Community/Outdoor adventurist/Youth for 24 years for the Army and Air Force. I moved every three years with my family, living in Panama for six years, the Dominican Republic (three years as a diplomatic child – my father was the Army Attaché), and Germany six years; Italy two years; Texas; Utah; Arizona etc. Graduated from Arizona State University in 1982 while on sabbatical. I hike and walk my cat down the Tularosa Creek. I sing as a volunteer for the Arizona Cardinals, NASCAR, all non-profits, sang for many Air Force Events, Army events, and Assisted Living Senior Centers. I just love to sing! I rode a wild mustang pony in the jungles of Panama at the age of six, later when I was14-years-old, I trained ex-race horses off the track for stadium jumping, dressage and cross country, now I just pleasure ride. I am a ground trainer, riding instructor and went into horse massage training three months as a vet tech and transferred my skills to include dogs and cats. I speak, read, write, and sing in Spanish. My twin, Jill, and I served ordures to diplomates. I sang while Jill played the guitar. I sing in other languages just because it makes people happy. My goal is to sing, meet interesting people in as many countries so I can say “I sang in this country”. Ha! I would like to bring my cat since Lovie is my only family. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you for reading.

Monday, February 1, 2016

Australia

LIVE-IN CARETAKER needed for our dog boarding facility at Springwood, Brisbane. Duties will include cleaning kennels, caring for dogs (feeding, bathing, etc.), maintenance, mowing, wiper sniping, and dealing with our customers in person and on the telephone. This is a live-in position, for one person only. An accommodation cabin will be supplied. The right applicant must be we presented, prepared to work weekends, be honest and reliable, fit and healthy, work well unsupervised, and have a good phone manner and be able to deal with our customers. Must be a genuine dog lover. Minimum hours per week are 15, but if you do your job well you will get more hours. Please apply in person with your resume at our [Contact info available to subscribers]

Canada

FULL-TIME CARETAKER/HANDYMAN needed in West Vancouver, BC. This is a live-in position, with a reduced rent suite made available to the caretaker. We have a 56 suite high-rise building in West Vancouver. The position is available now. Salary will be commensurate with experience. If you are a local experienced caretaker, please email your name, telephone number, and resume of relevant experience to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you. Only the shortlisted will be contacted.

Massachusetts

FARMHOUSE NEEDS A CARETAKER in Haverhill, MA. A historic three bedroom house located on 83 acres of public land needs a caretaker in return for the low rent of $650. About 20 hours/week caretaking is required, mostly mowing. Please mail your resume or experience and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Minnesota

WE HAVE A CURRENT OPENING FOR A FULL-TIME CARETAKING TEAM at our Bloomington location. Must be able to live on site, and have a clear background. Couples are encouraged to apply as this is a two person position. The caretaking team will be responsible for the maintenance of 216 town homes, including doing turns, cleaning for rental, and snow removal. We are looking for a team of experienced caretakers to do daily maintenance and cleaning including turning town homes – painting, flooring, plumbing, drywall repair, etc. All tools and equipment are supplied by the company. Compensation will be a monthly salary, a three bedroom townhouse with gas and electric included with employment. Please fax your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] to set up an interview.

North Carolina

MATURE CARETAKER COUPLE needed in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina, near Bryson City. We are looking for a mature caretaker couple who loves the North Carolina Smokey Mountains and has excellent guest service skills. The caretakers must provide excellent service, maintain a safe and secure environment and manage the caretaking of five rental homes. We are open May 1 through November 30. Year around stay is possible for the caretakers, but not preferred. Ideally if you had a place to stay in the south through the winter months you could have the best of both environments. The caretakers must be present when guests arrive and contactable when guests are on the mountain. You must have handyman skills to maintain the homes. We would prefer you to do the landscape maintenance and the house cleaning. You will be compensated for all the work performed. We will provide a salary, auto, furnished two bedroom home, including utilities, DTV and the Internet. If this seems like the job for you then please send your resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers] and a paragraph as to why you would be good caretakers for Settlers Mountain. We can send you more information as to compensation and job description. [Contact info available to subscribers] is privately owned Vacation Homes Company. The [Contact info available to subscribers] has owned this property since 1958 and has rented these homes for many years. [Contact info available to subscribers] has seven homes on 200 wooded acres located near Bryson City, North Carolina.

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55-year-old male, smoke free, drug free, in good health, looking for salaried caretaker position. I have roofed houses as side work for 25 plus years as well as take care of a local doctor’s property for 16 years. I’m looking to break the manufacturing mold of 30 plus years (Supervision) as I much more enjoy the caretaker type of work. References upon request. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] I look forward to hearing from you, Craig

My wife and I are currently employed as property managers of an upscale estate and gentleman farm where we have worked for over two years and have enjoyed a successful relationship with the property owners. We are happy in our positions here and would not be seeking another position were it not for our recent addition of twins to our family. My wife is no longer available to work outside of the home as we want to leave the care of our newborns to her. She would still be available for duties such as childcare and administrative/clerical work. In my current position I manage the building and grounds of two separate properties. I grow and plan organic gardens from seed. I maintain lawns, formal gardens, main house and multiple outbuildings. I also manage employees and contractors. While I am a fast efficient worker I believe doing a job thoroughly, correctly and with attention to detail takes priority over speed. We are both honest, dependable hard workers. We are open to many different work situations. Our current situation works well where we live and work on the property. We would also consider farm management or some other business associated with growing things or the outdoors. Please contact me for resumes and additional information by email at

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Friday, January 29, 2016

Connecticut

SEEKING A FULL-TIME, LIVE-IN YEAR-ROUND EXPERIENCED INNKEEPER (single or couple) to manage a top rated Inn. [Contact info available to subscribers] (you can learn more about us by visiting [Contact info available to subscribers] is seeking a full-time, live-inn Innkeeper. [Contact info available to subscribers] is located in the quaint New England town of Wallingford, CT and very highly rated on Trip advisor and Bedandbreakfast.com. The preferred accommodation for the prestigious Choate Academy is located next to us as well as Yale University and Quinnipiac College only 15 minutes away – all of which bring us an international cliental daily. We are looking for a well-organized, personable, energetic individual or couple as full-time, live-in Innkeepers. Duties include taking reservations via online system, checking in guests and providing concierge service, preparing and serving breakfast, shopping, hosting wine/cheese hour, and housekeeping. Compensation includes salary and housing with all utilities including Internet and cable, paid vacation, health insurance and more. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Nevada

FREE ROOM OFFERED for a caretaker in Carson City, the capital of Nevada. This position is available now. I have a house in a senior park, which is wheelchair accessible. I am a mature woman with partial paralysis and I am offering a private bedroom free of charge and $300 salary in exchange for a live-in companion who can help with occasional transportation to doctor appointments, shopping trips, etc. Help would also include assistance in getting me to the shower and other assistance as needed. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more details. Thank you.

Tennessee

NASHVILLE, TN: MARRIED CARETAKER COUPLE wanted to help maintain a 10 acre lake property just outside of Nashville, TN in return for a one bedroom apartment with electric, cable, and Internet. Looking for caretakers who are interested in a long-term situation only. Must be diligent, trustworthy, hard-working, and self-starters who like working outdoors and very handy with lawn care, basic carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc. Must also be able to pass an extensive background check. No drinkers/smokers. Please email your resume(s) to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

LIVE-IN CARETAKER/APARTMENT EXCHANGE AVAILABLE in Bennington County, VT. Furnished (or not) ground floor apartment provided in a barn complex housing a vacation-rental residence, studio space, and an art gallery. The property also has a large, landscaped yard, in-ground pool and hot tub. Responsibilities would include moderate property maintenance, hosting guests, and housekeeping after the guests depart. To give you an idea of the workload my wife and I, who are 68 and 72 respectively, and previously we’ve been doing the work ourselves while running a retail business seven days a week. We require references, an in person interview, and a background check. Please mail your resume and references to Caretaker Position, [Contact info available to subscribers] or if you prefer to fax or email your resume and references, then please call

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Greetings! My name is Margot, I’m 61 and have recently returned to the Santa Fe area after 20 years in California, to enjoy my children and the great community here. I’m a massage therapist by profession, and am seeking to re-establish my practice while living inexpensively. I have past experience house and pet sitting, love animals, and have excellent professional and personal references, both locally and from California. I have some experience administering meds, and caring for elderly cats. I love plants, as well. I have excellent people skills, and would love a position as B&B manager. I will be available after February 1st. Please respond by email to [Contact info available to subscribers] and I will give you my phone number. I look forward very much to talking with you.

Wednesday, January 27, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER POSITION available. An active pensioner is required for our comfortable, fully furnished two bedroom cottage in the Springsure area, 66 kilometers south of Emerald on the Gregory Highway, in Queensland. Power and a small wage provided. Must have cattle knowledge, and be able to maintain fences, waters, lawns, and the feed lick. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Canada

WE REQUIRE A LIVE-IN HOUSE AND PET SITTER for March 10th to 23rd inclusive. We have two beautiful, in-door only, extremely friendly and gentle Maine Coone cats. They need to be played with every day and like attention. We live in a beautiful, spacious townhouse centrally located in Vancouver off Cambie St, 16 minutes to downtown by Canada Line. All amenities are included such as in-house laundry, free parking, dishwasher, television and Internet. Very quiet location. Preference given to quiet, non-smokers with references. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Minnesota

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a Caretaker Team (two people needed for this position) at our [Contact info available to subscribers] in Eagan. Duties will include cleaning and maintaining the common areas, property/grounds to create a pleasant atmosphere for residents. This includes vacuuming, window washing, mopping, picking up trash on the property, sweeping around dumpsters, changing light bulbs, cleaning vacant apartments, etc. Other duties may include delivering notices, inspecting apartments, shoveling/salting sidewalks in the winter time. Customer service and strong communications skills are required. The Caretaker Team must live at the property which means you have to qualify as a resident and to live at this particular property. Please review the amenities and rent ranges for [Contact info available to subscribers] to make sure this is a property you would want to live at as well as qualify to live at. Must have previous cleaning experience. Must be available the first and last day of the month to clean turns. Must be available for rotated on-call responsibilities (which usually includes evenings and weekends). The schedule is 40 hours/month for both employees total. The compensation is $400 total monthly rent credit for both employees together. If interested in this opportunity, please apply at: [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Trustworthy, healthy and responsible couple in their 50’s looking for long-term, year-around, live-on-site property/animal caretaker position in or near Florissant, Colorado. He is a licensed general contractor/superintendent. She is a newly retired doctor of chiropractic. We have 13 years’ experience as a property caretaker. Recommendations are available. Can provide animal care, property maintenance and sub-contractor monitoring, property security and general upkeep of gardens, houses, outbuildings, etc. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, January 26, 2016

California

SHARE A BIG SUR HOME for cooking, gardening and caretaking. Seeking a live-in cook, housekeeper, gardener and caretaker. You can stay in a beautiful Big Sur home and have a very large room with excellent natural light, big windows, walk-in closet/small office space, half bath and private entrance for investing approximately two to three hours each day for cooking/cleaning and approximately one to two hours each day in garden or helping with other miscellaneous chores, such as shopping, laundry, etc. No pay is associated with this position. This is simply a work-exchange/room-trade offer. Your primary missions are to excel in cooking, cleaning and gardening, with a strong emphasis on cooking for an independent gentleman with Parkinson’s disease. You’ll share the main house with him. No other people live in the home. This position will involve a fair amount of physically demanding tasks in the garden and around the property. You must be in good physical condition to safely work around the home. You’ll be living in a very quiet and peaceful place on the border of the Los Padres National Forest. You must be mature and grounded. This is a Zero Drama zone. No couples or married people. An occasional, limited number of overnight guests may be allowed. No tobacco smoking permitted (inside or out). No perfumes or strong fragrances allowed. No burning candles/oil lanterns, etc. No loud music or playing instruments. We have one outdoor cat that you will feed twice a day, so no more pets are allowed. You must be knowledgeable in 420 cultivation and Cannabidiol use. If interested, please email [Contact info available to subscribers] describing why you would be a good fit for the household. After we review your email, if we feel you may be a good fit, we will then contact you and ask you to email us a copy of your resume (in plain text), along with a picture of yourself. We’ll then take it from there… Best of luck, Patrick

Maine

HELP NEEDED in a farmhouse in Downeast Maine. Our farmhouse is in a rural setting, in Washington County surrounded by forest, farmland, lakes, and a spectacular sea coast. Our Farmstead is totally organic and vegetarian and we have large gardens. Most of last year, and so far this one too, we have been completing the renovation of our home, so there are still little jobs to get done in the house while out in the yard there are chickens and vegetable plots to care for. In addition in the spring and summer we have several building or landscaping projects in progress where help is appreciated and during the quieter months the work may also include some general house and yard cleaning, snow clearance, fire wood cutting and stacking and other preparations for the winter. If you are looking for somewhere to hang out for a while in a fresh and interesting location and have a good attitude towards work and communication then we think we should appeal. This is not a paid position, the position is a volunteer position and free accommodation is provided during the volunteer period. The volunteer commitment is generally 20 to 25 hours a week except in the three winter months when it may drop to about 10 hours a week. We’re not very formal but as you will be sharing our home with our children occasionally when we stay at the property, we do require a photocopy/scanned picture of a legal Photo ID (driving license, state ID, or passport) to be supplied before arrival as proof of identity. Accommodation maybe in the main farmhouse, in an off-the-grid caretaker’s cabin close to the farmhouse, or Flower cottage on a property nearby. Please email

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New Mexico

RANCH CARETAKER needed. Live your dream on beautiful [Contact info available to subscribers] in western New Mexico (on Mt Taylor) near San Fidel, NM. Free housing available for part-time help on the ranch (experienced horseman/cattleman). To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Paraguay

PET/HOUSE SITTER WANTED in Paraguay from the first days of June to the first days of September 2016. We need a house- and pet sitter, for our countryside place in Paraguay, near the town of Paraguari. We have five dogs and one cat. The house sitter will live in a guest cottage, so he/she can stay for a longer time to explore the county, even when we have returned. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

SEEKING A FULL-TIME, YEAR-ROUND, LIVE-IN INNKEEPER for a high end six room Inn located in Virginia near the Wintergreen Ski Resort and Blue Ridge Parkway. The area is booming with breweries, wineries and outdoor activities. Our Inn is a new 10,000 sq. ft. custom built village with movie theater, gym, spa room, and is a fun place to work. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in hospitality, be positive, responsible, clean-cut person (drug testing and background screening required) who will be part of our team and would report to active owners. Responsibilities include: reservations, check in, marketing, prepare breakfast, room turn over, supervising staff etc. Innkeepers are expected to work weekends and holidays. We offer competitive salary, paid vacation/sick time, on-site manager apartment with kitchenette, bath and private entrance, utilities, and breakfast. Our property is nonsmoking and pet-free. Please send your resume, references, and a picture of yourself to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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I will do work exchange for rent for a home or private room from Felton to Prunedale, California. I have been trying to find a small private house, cabin, cottage, fairly large trailer/mobile home, studio, anything warm and dry and a place to call home for me and my dog located in the countryside or just out of town. I’m willing to work skilled and non-skilled jobs willing to provide excellent care of your home and property. I have the skills to improve all your home and property needs. I offer building maintenance and repairs, home and property caretaker, grounds keeper, gardening, ranch hand, animal care and more. I’m honest and reliable and ready to work. I am an adult male (not a student) in search of a long-term home. My dog is very well behaved and is the best. If you can be of help to me or know of someone who can, please feel free to call me if you can help with my search for honest employment and an honest home. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you very much.

Monday, January 25, 2016

Australia

CARETAKERS NEEDED. We are looking for caretakers to help run our six bedroom B & B in Cairns. Duties will include preparing breakfast, helping make beds, washing linen and maintaining the property. We have a cleaner, gardener and pool man. Accommodation supplied. We prefer an honest, happy, energetic semi-retired couple who can commit to at least one year. To learn more, please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] and then contact us via our Contact Button at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hawaii

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A COUPLE OR PAIR to share a farm caretaker roll as part of our sustainable permaculture farm and retreat. The caretaker roll is an opportunity to grow, learn and immerse in an established farm and community. The exchange would be from March 1st to September 30th or possibly longer for about 20 hours a week per person. You will be on Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday for about four to five hours a day. The situation includes rent, electric, and water and a share of food from the farm as well as the potential to generate income from farm sales. Some sales are already established and there is room for more income generation for self-motivated, inspired individuals. Ideally, this position would be filled with folks who want to generate income off the farm and/or do paid farm/construction work through existing connections we have which could supplement their income. The farm is located on 7.5 acres, on the slopes of Mauna Loa Volcano with sweeping views of Kealakekua Bay and Honaunau’s City of Refuge on the Big Island of Hawaii. We are a small community of people living on the land creating a conscious model of food diversity, self-sufficiency and holistic living. We have dozens of different types of trees and plants growing that are integrated with our animals. Our animals include poultry, ducks, rabbits, milking sheep and goats. We also have over 150 Macadamia Nut trees. As a caretaker some of your tasks will include feeding and watering animals, maintaining the veggie gardens, mowing and weed-wacking and minor general upkeep of the farm and community spaces. Because we have animals, there are daily morning and afternoon activities that need to be tended to. Morning and afternoon “Land Dance” is when the animals are fed and watered, so the day is split, but afternoon timing can be flexible. Housing is in one of our rustic 12×20 cabins with plywood floor. There is a shared living room, an outside heated shower as well as inside bathroom and kitchen facilities. High speed Internet is available in the communal house space as well. If this sounds like a good potential fit, we would love to hear from you! Please write us with a resume or letter of interest and experience as well as a photo doing something you love. You can check out the farm at [Contact info available to subscribers] and on Facebook under [Contact info available to subscribers] Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] Mahalo and Aloha!

Minnesota

[Contact info available to subscribers] is a large, well established and highly reputable firm specializing in community association management of over 360 condominium and townhome associations in downtown Minneapolis, St. Paul and the greater metro area. We are seeking a live-in caretaker team for a lovely building located in downtown Minneapolis. This is a great opportunity for someone who is available week days during business hours. Duties include cleaning of common areas, light maintenance, and limited management and on-call responsibilities. No leasing, cleaning or painting of units is required. This is a great role for a retired or semi-retired person or couple seeking a permanent position in a pleasant atmosphere. We are seeking conscientious, responsible and personable teams who enjoy working independently, have an eye for detail and mechanical aptitude. We offer an excellent salary, a lovely condominium unit (no smoking, no pets) with garage space, health and life insurance, paid vacation, 401K, paid utilities and phone. Interested candidates should fax their resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oregon

PART-TIME CARETAKER with their own RV needed in Cave Junction, Oregon, starting May 1 to the end of September. Full RV hookups and a 36′ covered RV site provided. Pets are okay but must get along with equines, dogs and cats. I go mule camping allot in the summer. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

[Contact info available to subscribers] in southwestern Virginia (60 miles west of Roanoke and 20 minutes to Virginia Tech) is seeking an Assistant Innkeeper. We are a 7-room Select Registry award-winning property located in the New River Valley. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years’ experience in a boutique lodging establishment and possess exceptional people skills. The right person should be well organized, have a sense of humor, enthusiastic personality with sensitivity and be self-motivated. Candidates will need to climb stairs and be physically able to lift at least 25 lbs. We are a non-smoking and pet-free property. The job requirements include reservations, guest check-in and departure, breakfast preparation, some housekeeping, marketing, computer literate, superstar in the owner’s absence. Housing provided along with paid vacation and salary commensurate with experience. This is a full-time year round position. Please forward your resume with cover letter and salary requirements to

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I have just completed my job at an Alaska Fishing Lodge where I was the caretaker and maintenance manager for the last five years, charged with the responsibilities of maintaining and repairing the Lodge buildings, charter boats, automobiles, the water supply and filtration systems, as well as the generators. I am seeking a similar position now for someplace other than Alaska. I’d like to be in a warmer environment. I’m a retired policeman and have excellent references available. Please email

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Thursday, January 21, 2016

Australia

A CAMPSITE CARETAKING POSITION is available and suitable for a retired couple with their own van. The campsite is situated on the beautiful Hastings River at Mount Seaview, inland of Port Macquarie in New South Wales. The start date is as soon as possible for three months or more. The position involves cleaning, mowing, general maintenance, assisting with bookings and welcoming guests. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] after hours.

Connecticut

OUR INN, operating since 1928, is seeking a full-time Innkeeper to manage our 15 room Inn and one cottage located in Litchfield County, CT. The ideal candidate has five year’s hospitality experience, superior customer service, is physically fit, non-smoking, detail oriented, computer literate, and a team player. Duties include managing online marketing, reservations, checking guests in and out, visiting with guests at breakfast and attending to their needs, and representing the Inn at local functions. Additional duties include bookkeeping, hiring, training scheduling and overseeing housekeeping staff; managing the upkeep and maintenance of the Inn. We manage multiple properties and have an extensive support team to assist you. Compensation includes on site housing, base salary and performance bonus. If interested, please send your resume with salary history and salary requirements to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Idaho

IDAHO’S OUTDOOR ADVENTURE RESORT, [Contact info available to subscribers] is seeking a Lodge Coordinator from late April to late September. We are looking for an energetic and hard-working individual who will help the general manager with housekeeping, serving in our dining room, simple cooking, checking in guests and being an all-around smiling host. We are a small staff of six to seven and are a family, run, socially responsible business. Our location is wilderness and not good for night life. Out Lodge features eight log cabins, three glamping tents, campgrounds, and offers guided activities. It’s an ideal place if you want to go biking, hiking, fishing, tubing and more. Free raft trips are provided as an extra perk as well as use of outdoor equipment. Compensation includes salary, plus room and board. For your reference, please see [Contact info available to subscribers] to learn more about us. Please email your cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] for our full job descriptions and details.

Pennsylvania

CARETAKER WANTED for my house, yardwork, and assisting with my pets in Philadelphia. Our pets include two Rottweilers and four cats. We are looking for a caretaker to help out with basic house cleaning, doing laundry, some yard work/odd chores. The rent-free room is furnished and includes all utilities and Wi-Fi. There is a single bed, desk and chair, a refrigerator, and a microwave. The room is on the small side but quiet. We are looking for an independent individual to work about 10 hours a week in exchange for the furnished room. Please tell me a little about yourself in your response by emailing [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

CARETAKER WANTED for a historic Vermont trout club. Seeking a resident caretaker for the April-October 2016 season. Salary plus residence and utilities provided (see our website at [Contact info available to subscribers]). Please respond to [Contact info available to subscribers] or call [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Live-in caretaker available in California. I am available for a long term or a permanent position as a live-in caretaker for house sitting, pet sitting, grounds keeping, for your house, farm, ranch, estate, church, monastery, religious retreat, hermitage anywhere in California, preferably in the Central Valley, Central Coast, San Francisco Bay Area, Northern coast or almost anywhere in Northern California. 1) I am a 68-year-old, Latin American, (I speak English only, but just a little Spanish), retired professional tailor, single, no kids, experienced handyman; I can do house pet and basic animal care. 2) Excellent references, (Can send via email or US mail) security, safety and community minded background, reliable and self-motivated for the common good. 3) Able bodied, vegetarian with multi-task experience in basic house-keeping, property maintenance, management and emergency preparedness and disaster prevention; I have 30 years of home caretaking, hospitality and home security experience; I was a neighborhood anti-violence organizer with non-profit groups in the 1970’s and early 1980’s in the San Francisco Bay Area. 4) I have basic skills in home gardening, light cooking, clean up and hauling, accounting, book keeping, self-publishing, secretarial skills, computer, Internet and data intake and management. 5) I have extensive experience in non-profit cable TV production, filming, photography and film editing for cable TV programs in San Francisco; I am a former Peace and non-violence neighborhood community organizer and activist in the San Francisco Bay Area; with 30 years of experience helping organize major political and cultural events and speaking engagements including promos for important speakers and radio and TV broadcasters. 6) I do not smoke, drink, or do any drugs or pot; I have worked with non-profit groups that discourage those. 7) I have a current California driver’s license, and current car insurance; My Ford van is available to give you safe rides, deliveries, pick-ups, run errands and day trips in town or country for you. 8) I have excellent character and work references; and can send you my resume via US mail or email. Please call me soon at my cell [Contact info available to subscribers], 8 AM till 11 PM, Pacific Time, San Francisco, California. If no answer there, please call me at my cell [Contact info available to subscribers] I need live-in living quarters for the above caretaker position. Please email

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Tuesday, January 19, 2016

Australia

[Contact info available to subscribers] in Queensland is in need of a local caretaker. Accommodation provided in exchange for light duties. Local references are essential. To apply, please call

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California

HOUSE SITTER WANTED for our home in La Jolla, for an immediate year round position. This is a long-term house and pet sitting assignment. We work out of the country, and have an older cat. House sitter will need to feed and provide meds to our cat. Some yard maintenance and plant watering is required. For more details, please email Sally at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

HOUSE SITTER/PET-SITTER NEEDED outside of Denver. A single person or couple is wanted to look after nine sheep, eleven chickens, one cats, and four dogs from March 1 until June 1. You can stay rent-free, with all utilities paid, in a small cozy, centrally heated home at our isolated farm about 20 miles southwest of Denver. All of the animal feed will be left here for you to feed our animals. Only responsible people need apply. References are required. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] explaining why you would be interested in this, along with your references. Thank you.

New York

[Contact info available to subscribers] is seeking a live-in Lodge Manager(s). Couple preferred. Bisby Lake, [Contact info available to subscribers], NY is a private family recreation club and community founded in 1890. We need manager(s) for the traditional Adirondack Club. This is a year-round, full-time, permanent position. We have a busy summer season and caretaking in the winter. Facilities/duties include a small grocery store, four rental cabins, and weekly picnics in the summer serving 80-100 guests, housekeeping, maintenance, groundskeeping, and members’ services. An ability to operate small boats is desired. A clean driving record is required. Compensation includes annual salary, housing, vehicle use, 401K, paid vacation, and family medical. A criminal background check will be performed. Please send your resume, letter of interest and salary history to [Contact info available to subscribers] No phone calls please.

North Carolina

FULL-TIME, YEAR ROUND CARETAKER needed for [Contact info available to subscribers], NC. The caretaker is responsible for the planning and execution of routine maintenance, emergency repairs, construction projects/improvements to the facility, and planning and supervising the work of the maintenance staff. Maintenance of the facility includes upkeep of the buildings, utility systems, roads, walkways, trails, equipment, vehicles, and grounds. All work will be performed by the caretaker and staff whenever possible and with outside contractors when necessary under the caretaker’s direction. The caretaker must be prepared to do whatever necessary to maintain the high standards of Wildacres and to assist fellow employees as needed to provide the best experience possible for guests. Essential duties and responsibilities will include the inspection of buildings for repair needs (woodwork, plumbing, electrical, furnishings, etc.) and the execution of the necessary repairs; routine maintenance/repairs of lawns, gardens, flower beds, walks, patios, decks, roadways, parking areas, wooded areas, and trails; inspection, routine maintenance/repairs of water system well, reservoirs, distribution system, and purification systems; maintenance and upkeep of vehicles, trailers, tools, and equipment; group services including cleaning, set-up, and maintenance of classroom and public spaces used by groups; audio/visual setup, and guest room needs (cribs, roll-away beds, etc.); facility trash removal (daily), recycling (biweekly), and maintenance of collection receptacles; inventory and purchasing of materials needed for maintenance, projects, and improvements to facility and grounds; security and safety of buildings and grounds (being aware of “visitors” during down times, etc.) and maintenance of locks, gates, and cables; work evenings and weekends during the season and be on call for emergencies; and fill in for Resident Manager when asked (during absence, etc.). To perform this caretaker job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. These requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required for this caretaker position: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education/experience; excellent organization and communication skills; self-motivated, energetic and adapt easily to change; proficient in construction/remodeling, carpentry, and project management; working knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems; experience in employee management/supervision; working knowledge of vehicle and equipment maintenance/repair; experience in guest services; and the physical ability to carry out the labor associated with the position. Benefits/Compensation includes a salary, housing, use of company vehicles, meals at the Dining Room during the Wildacres season, and participation in the Company IRA. For more information about us, please visit

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Tennessee

MARRIED CARETAKER COUPLE wanted to help maintain a 10 acre lake property in Joelton, TN in return for a one bedroom apartment with electric, cable, and internet. Looking for caretakers who are interested in a long-term situation only. Must be diligent, trustworthy, hard-working, and self-starters who like working outdoors and very handy with lawn care, basic carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc. Must also be able to pass an extensive background check. No drinkers/smokers. Please email your resume(s) to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

Property Caretaker/Ranch Hand in search of a place to call home for me and my dog. I would like to find a private, small house, cabin, cottage, fairly large studio, detached room, barn with a loft, trailer/mobile home (single wide type), mansion or anything to call a home with a yard for my dog to be safe. This would be a possible work exchange for all or part of the rent and or pay for my skills. I have the skills to improve your home and property, such as painting, light carpentry, plumbing repairs, groundskeeper, gardening, ranch hand, animal care, and more. I am willing to work skilled and non-skilled jobs, and willing to provide excellent care of your home and property. I’m honest and reliable and my dog is very well behaved, very friendly and very clean. If you can be of help to me or know of someone who can I will do all I can to help you and anyone you know. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information. Thank you and God Bless You.

Monday, January 18, 2016

Mexico

WE ARE SEARCHING FOR A COUPLE with the “wow factor” to manage our remote Eco-lodge on the Sea of Cortez in Baja, Mexico. This is a unique opportunity to live, work, and experience one of Mexico’s most unique and diverse eco-systems. We’re looking for a confident, energetic couple to take over the management of our nine yurt lodge and eight members of staff. Reporting to our owner located 300 miles away in San Diego, the successful candidates will have previous remote experience and relish the outdoor life. This is a seasonal job, starting now and finishing in May 2016 with personal breaks in between. Combined responsibilities within this management role include: full responsibility for guests during their stay from arrival to their departure; ensure ultimate guest relations in the lodge and that the “at home” personal attention levels are always maintained; management and training of the camp staff; managing and leading the housekeeping and guide teams; managing and working with pilot/guides; all administration pertaining to purchasing and logistics including orders, stocktaking and re-supply runs to San Diego; all administration relating to staff including registers, staff welfare and staff discipline; managing/supporting cook with any matters arising in the kitchen department; maintain the highest standards of housekeeping and maintenance to ensure that cleanliness, order and function is not compromised; scheduling and overseeing of maintenance of all equipment: boats, vehicles, sport equipment and lodge facilities; effective financial management through the administration of orders and stock control; effective communication and maintenance of lodge relations; and constantly looking for ways to further “green” initiatives and operations. If you have the background and experience for this remote position, couples should email their resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Pennsylvania

[Contact info available to subscribers] is accepting applications for a Highland Park caretaker. This person will be responsible for opening and closing the park on a daily basis. The caretaker will also need to prepare the pavilions for picnics, and cleaning the bathrooms. This caretaker position pays $2,500 and begins May 13 and ends October 16. Applications may be obtained at the [Contact info available to subscribers] Monday through Friday from 9am to 4pm. The deadline for accepting applications is February 5th.

Nevada

RANCH HOUSE SITTER needed this Spring. Our Nevada home and ranch land are located near Reno, with breathtaking views of the mountains around the ranch. There are no animals to care for here. We have a new four bedroom/three bath home that we’ll need the house sitter for while we are out of the country. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] and let us know if you can start house sitting March 15 and finish on June 1. Thanks.

New York

HOUSEHOLD HELP – LIVE-IN POSITION available on Long Island’s Gold Coast. We’re seeking a versatile individual to work in our home in Old Field, Setauket, New York. The duties will include housekeeping including laundry, ironing, dog sitting (four dogs), assist with cooking, and serving at parties. In addition outdoor work such as lawn care, mowing, planting trees and flowers, watering. Care of a large home, with just two occupants. Must have legal right to work in the U.S, a valid U.S. driver’s license, automobile, as well as prior live in experience. This is a year round, live-in position. Top notch, private quarters are provided, including meals. Please email your resume to

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Virginia

A FOUR ROOM WILLIAMSBURG, VA B&B seeks a full-time, single, live-in (non-smoker) assistant Innkeeper. Must have good housekeeping, cooking, conversational and social skills. Our goal and reputation is a fabulous guest experience. Being able to multi task and keep a professional demeanor is a must. The right person should be well organized, have a sense of humor, enthusiastic personality and be self-motivated to fostering success. Candidates should be healthy and physically fit. Being able to do housekeeping if staff is out, some lifting and carrying is required. We can train right person. Must have own vehicle, Salary determined by qualifications and experience of the individual ranging from $12,000 to $15,000 a year, includes living accommodations, utilities and paid vacation. Please send your resume and brief note as to why you think you would be a good candidate for an interview to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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We are an experienced, honest, hard-working, reliable, self-motivated, healthy, non-smoking, non-drinking married couple, empty nesters, with geographic flexibility. We enjoy working together as a team and take pride and personal interest in our work. His experience: farming, gardening, orchards, livestock, maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, security, hardware, teaching. Hers: bookkeeping, housekeeping, piano, French, livestock. Both: strong work ethic, organized, detail-oriented, excellent oral and written communication skills. We like to anticipate what needs to be done, then do it well. Seeking housing and salary. References available. Please contact

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Thursday, January 14, 2016

Alabama

HOUSE SITTER/LANDSCAPER needed in Helena, a suburb of Birmingham, from April 25 to May 28. In addition to our home, we have beautiful gardens, so we are looking for a house sitter to maintain both our house and gardens while we are away this winter. The climate of Helena is typical of the Deep South, with relatively mild winters. Our private house, including utilities, is offered to stay in for free in exchange for several hours a day of taking care of our gardening needs. Our preference is for a single, non-smoking person, who is financially secure since we are not offering any compensation for this position. Please email your interest and reasons for wanting to take this three month house sitting assignment, let us know your gardening background, and include your references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Minnesota

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a caretaker to clean and maintain the common areas and property/grounds in order to create a pleasant atmosphere for the residents at our [Contact info available to subscribers] in Roseville. This includes vacuuming, window washing, mopping, picking up trash on the property, sweeping around dumpsters, changing light bulbs, cleaning vacant apartments, etc. Other duties may include delivering notices, inspecting apartments, shoveling/salting sidewalks in the winter time. Customer service and strong communications skills are required. Our requirements include: you must live at the property which means you have to qualify as a resident and to live at this particular property, you must have previous cleaning experience (caretaking experience is preferred), you must be available the first and last day of the month to clean turns, and you must be available for rotated on-call responsibilities (which usually includes evenings and weekends). The schedule is 88.75 hours/month and the compensation is an $890 monthly rent credit. Please apply online at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Montana

BE PART OF THIS BEAUTIFUL MONTANA RESORT in the Centennial Valley, located an hour and fifteen minutes from Yellowstone National Park. Looking for two energetic, self-starting, financially secure, outgoing couples to enjoy the Montana experience. Best applicants will be detailed, organized, and eager to assist in maintaining and renting eight cabins, and supporting the kitchen and dining room needs. Duties include, but not limited to, interacting with guests, cleaning cabins, some ground maintenance, food prep, dishwashing, laundry, minor repairs, and be able to bend, stoop, carry, lift, etc. Handyman skills a plus. Ideally one of the couples will be able to provide an RV and we will provide an RV hookup with sewer, water, propane and electricity. The second couple will have housing inside the Lodge. All meals provided plus monthly pay and a portion of the tips. There is ample time to fish, hike, explore, and enjoy Montana. The position needs to be filled from mid-May to mid-September; $500 end-of-season bonus per couple. Please email

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Nebraska

PROPERTY MANAGER WANTED. [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a full-time Property Manager with knowledge of corn, ducks, trees, and local fauna. Lawn/pond/trail maintenance, general repairs. Coordinate and oversee contractors when necessary. Must be willing to roll up your sleeves and get it done. This is a salaried position. Benefits available. Please contact

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New Zealand

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A DYNAMIC INDIVIDUAL, (OR COUPLE) who can take responsibility seriously, and has the interest and skills necessary to managing a busy hostel, in Te Puke, a town located 28 kilometers southeast of Tauranga in the Western Bay of Plenty region of New Zealand. This is a popular working hostel generally fully occupied over summer months. Easily managed by one person in February, as most people are out working 8 – 10 hour days in the local kiwifruit orchards. The candidate must have excellent communication skills, exemplary work ethics and conduct, together with the right balance of social/hospitality skills. Preferably over 25 years of age and able to meet with us this week. An interest and or experience in Internet Marketing is an advantage. This is a sole management live on-site position that can be operated by an energetic and focused individual, or couple in busy periods. The role includes all cleaning and office duties so an eye for detail is also important. We are looking for someone to manage the hostel around February 7 – 19, however we may have additional dates if available potentially. Must be prepared to undergo OHS testing (drug screening, etc.) and police checks. Must be legally permitted to undertake work in New Zealand. Ideally must be available now to meet in person and to discuss the duties in more detail. Please phone [Contact info available to subscribers] only if you meet the requirements of having the necessary experience and skill set for sole management of the hostel.

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

NEED HELP WITH YOUR HOME in Asia? We are an easy-going, honest, dependable, energetic, self-motivated, computer-literate couple seeking an opportunity to live and work in Southeast Asia. We have extensive travel experience, business management backgrounds, and are great with people of all backgrounds. Non-smokers. Aspiration to learn and grow as required in a new culture. Thank you for your serious consideration. We look forward to discussing your needs. Please email us at

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Wednesday, January 13, 2016

Alaska

SUMMER WORKER NEEDED on a beautiful Alaskan homestead from June 1 – September 15. Possibly as early as April 15. Experienced male or female needed to keep up yards and a small orchard. General watering, weeding chores. Some new construction projects at a remote cabin site. Experience with power and hand tools, yard machines, required. Prefer non-smoker, drinker. Small off-the-grid cabin provided for work trade, small stipend, and occasional use of vehicle. Supply your own food. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] or email [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

ESTATE MANAGER needed in Auburn, California. This can be a full or part-time position depending on the skills you have to offer that match the needs of the estate. Priorities required are the management of staff, equipment, vehicles, facilities, garden and land along with a small population of livestock, fowl and rescued large-breed dogs. English required and Spanish language skills would be helpful. Please email your resume and references to

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Nebraska

PROPERTY MANAGER WANTED. [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a full-time Property Manager with knowledge of corn, ducks, trees, and local fauna. Lawn/pond/trail maintenance, general repairs. Coordinate and oversee contractors when necessary. Must be willing to roll up your sleeves and get it done. This is a salaried position. Benefits available. Please contact

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New York

COUPLE TEAM needed as Landscape/Property and Motel Managers. We are looking for an energetic couple who can maintain a four acre property and manage motel operations across from a private beach in Montauk, New York. The couple will be responsible for all landscaping, must have a horticulture background and be knowledgeable about lawns and gardens. Possess overall trade skills to complete house maintenance for several building and property development. Manage the motel operations; 12 rooms with a one week minimum stay for guests from June – September. Owners have a private residence, pool, and guest house on the property and are in residence six months a year. Couple must be a hands-on, self-starters with strong horticulture and gardening experience, be resourceful and have excellent hospitality skills to welcome guests and owners to property. Housing is provided; salary depends on experience with health care options. Must be in/from the Northeast or familiar with coastal living on the eastern seaboard. Please email resumes and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers] (no calls please).

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

A MATURE PROFESSIONAL COUPLE is seeking a house sitting or property caretaking position in the San Francisco Bay Area. San Francisco, Marin, South Bay as well as the Monterey Peninsula areas. We will consider all types of housing. We have pet care, gardening and technical skills experience. Excellent references available. Please email us at [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information. Thank you.

Monday, January 11, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER OR CARETAKING COUPLE wanted to love and nurture the [Contact info available to subscribers] We are seeking an energetic caretaker to live on site and look after the [Contact info available to subscribers] property. You will need to love gardening, be competent with repairs and maintenance, possess hospitality skills to welcome the many visitors to our centre and be a cultural fit to the [Contact info available to subscribers] values. The [Contact info available to subscribers] sits on nine acres of tranquil gardens in Bundanoon in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales. A large guest house, including a conference room plus accommodation lodges provides the ideal environment for people living with significant physical and emotional challenges in their life to feel supported and learn our self-help strategies. Since 1989 more than 100,000 people have benefited from [Contact info available to subscribers] retreats and workshops. For more information about this position please contact

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New York

CARETAKER POSITION available ASAP in Ulster Park, NY on a 25 acre property. This long-term, year-round position would be appropriate for a single or couple (without children). There is a lot of outside work involved, such as snow plowing, lawn mowing, swimming pool and pond care. The property has access to a nearby river. The position includes a two bedroom fully equipped apartment. References required. To apply, please call

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North Carolina

WE NEED A CARETAKER for a 2,500 sq. ft. home on 3.5 acres about ten miles outside Black Mountain off Highway 9 near the [Contact info available to subscribers] The caretaker would live in a newly refurbished cabin on the property that is about 400 sq. ft. with full kitchen, shower, and woodstove. Has spring fed water. There would be no rent in exchange for duties which would be fairly minimal this winter but would increase this year with planting/harvesting/canning and adding farm animals such as goats and chickens which will need to be cared for. The ideal candidate would be a couple or a young person with great enthusiasm and extensive experience in permaculture (there is already an herb garden, extensive fruit trees, and beds ready for spring planting), would be a handyman type who is proficient in maintaining and repairing a house, experience with farm animals, etc. We also plan to add solar and other off grid features later this year. Some use of the main house is permitted. We would be visiting intermittently throughout the year. Looking ideally for a longer term relationship with someone who intends to stay for at least a year or two. This is a great opportunity to live in a very beautiful area and welcoming community for an exchange of some labor (and potential payment depending on the project and number of hours worked in a month), food from the farm, and the ability to create a completely self-sufficient homestead. If you are interested in the caretaker position, please email

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Pennsylvania

CARETAKER WANTED for my house, yardwork, and assisting with my pets in Philadelphia. Our pets include two Rottweilers and four cats. We are looking for a caretaker to help out with basic house cleaning, doing laundry, some yard work/odd chores. The rent-free room is furnished and includes all utilities and Wi-Fi. There is a single bed, desk and chair, a refrigerator, and a microwave. The room is on the small side but quiet. We are looking for an independent individual to work about 10 hours a week in exchange for the furnished room. Please tell me a little about yourself in your response by emailing [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

[Contact info available to subscribers], located in the Hill Country of Kinney County, has a live-in caretaker position available. This job is for one person or a couple only (a couple is preferred) with no kids. Full-time cleaning and upkeep of numerous facilities. Some cooking and landscaping required. Mechanical a plus. Our ranch is not a cattle ranch and is located an hour from any town. References required. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

Tucson, AZ. 55-year-old single woman; happy, fit, intelligent, handy, resourceful and responsible. Previous landscape business owner, current residential landscape manager and property manager. 25 years’ experience in interior and exterior garden design, installation and maintenance. 10 years’ experience in property management. Expecting 1st grandchild this summer! Looking to relocate to Tucson, AZ. Seeking kindred spirit(s) for whom I can manage household, provide oversight on projects as needed and maintain property including landscape in exchange for rent and possibly an income if appropriate. Resume and portfolio available. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Friday, January 8, 2016

California

CARETAKER WANTED. A live-in caretaker situation will be available in February 2016 for a private residence. Seeking a mature, non-smoking person or couple with moderate canine experience. Applicant must have canine references and pass a background check. The site is located in foothills of the central valley, outside of Bakersfield. Please email inquiries or references to

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New Jersey

A TOP RATED B&B in Princeton, NJ is looking for a live-in, full-time Innkeeper or Innkeeping Couple for a five guest room, historic property. Duties include taking reservations, answering emails and phone, guest tours, cooking and serving breakfast, housekeeping/room turnovers, and general maintenance of the Inn. The Inn dates back to the 1700’s and has been completely renovated with modern conveniences while maintaining its historic charm. The Inn is top rated on TripAdvisor and other review sites. Attention to detail and providing exceptional customer service is key. Compensation package includes salary, healthcare, all-expense paid housing, vacation and stable long term employment for the right person or couple. The property is non-smoking and pet-free. Please submit your cover letter, resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Zealand

HELP NEEDED. We welcome overseas tourists to share our home. Room in a private home provided, overlooking Katikati Township, a town in on the North Island, 28 kilometres south of Waihi and 40 kilometres northwest of Tauranga. We have awesome views – out to the Pacific Ocean. You will have a shared bathroom, kitchen and laundry. We are six kilometres from the nearest shop/town. You do two hours of work doing odd jobs such as weeding, gardening, or cleaning – for your room per night, per person. You supply and cook your own food. We have two inside pets – one cat and one small dog – family members. For more details, please call

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Washington

PROPERTY MANAGER/GROUNDSKEEPER needed. Looking for a long-term experienced hands-on Property Manager/Groundskeeper to care for a privately owned 24 acre waterfront estate in Lakebay, WA. There is a heavy emphasis on landscaping related duties, as the grounds are extensive with several groomed areas. There is also an organic vegetable garden and small herb garden that needs to be maintained. Need someone who has an above average understanding and skills in electronics and IT troubleshooting. Light bookkeeping, pet care, maintenance of equipment, vehicles and drainage system, light housekeeping and overseeing all work done by outside contractors are also required. Previous estate management/maintenance experience is a must. Compensation includes a salary based on experience and skill level plus the use of a newly built two bedroom, two bath home on secluded acres with a beautiful water/sunset view. Non-smokers with no children only. Dog negotiable, dependent on temperament. Looking for someone who can start working in April 2016. If interested, please send your cover letter, resume and references to

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SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

IN SEARCH OF A PROPERTY CARETAKER POSITION in Santa Cruz County, California. Willing to work as a property caretaker in the countryside or just out of Santa Cruz with a yard for my dog. I have the skills to improve your home and property, building maintenance and repairs, painting, roof repairs, light carpentry, plumbing repairs, ranch hand, animal care and more. I’m willing to work skilled and non-skilled jobs and willing to provide excellent care of your home and property. I’m honest and reliable and ready to work. I’m quiet and friendly, and will be a respectable tenant. My dog is very well behaved, very friendly, and very clean. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information. Thank you and God Bless You.

Thursday, January 7, 2016

Australia

CARETAKER NEEDED for a [Contact info available to subscribers] in South Australia. We are seeking a live-in caretaker for relief work, located at the homestead of a sheep and cattle station, 40kms from Port Augusta, South Australia. The caretaker will be required to relieve the Assistant Manager for seven days every 21 days worked by the Assistant Manager. This position would best suit a couple looking to share the role. Relief will generally be booked in advance, however, unforeseen circumstances may not always allow this. The caretaker should be willing to relieve as required/mutually agreed. This is a hands-on position, so the caretaker will be responsible for the daily operations of the business, including but not limited to cleaning of amenities, facilities, rooms each day, general park maintenance/handyman tasks, including gardening and swimming pool, reception duties – must have sound customer service, communication, computer and cash handling skills, must be able to prepare and cook meals in compliance with WHS and South Australian food safety regulations, must be proficient in meal and beverage service in the dining room, must be capable of serving in a timely manner at times of high volume, must be willing to work as part of a team within a family operated business, and the ability to work autonomously and problem solve as required. A car license and your own car is required. Applicants will be required to work weekends and public holidays when on duty. Previous knowledge in caravan park operations and hospitality is desirable. An RSA certificate is highly desirable or willingness to obtain it, and a knowledge of safe food handling practices is highly desirable. To obtain position description or for further information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] Must be a permanent Australian resident. Applications close on Friday, January 15th.

California

SEEKING A LIVE-IN INNKEEPER COUPLE to operate a new luxury 5-room Bed and Breakfast in Plymouth, California’s beautiful Amador Wine Country. This is a full-time, year-round position. The ideal applicant will have 3+ years Innkeeper experience, professional appearance, excellent customer service and communication skills, and enjoy interacting and caring for guests, loves to entertain groups and show off their culinary skills, be self-motivated, energetic, tidy, organize and prioritize with little supervision, computer savvy, and eager to be friendly, courteous hosts that manage phone/reservations, check-in/checkout, guest services, record keeping, oversee housekeeping, provide tours, manage supplies/inventory, grocery shopping, and prepare/serve daily hot gourmet breakfast. The compensation package includes salary, free accommodations, utilities, and scheduled time off. No smoking/pets/children. Vehicle required. If you are attracted to living in a vineyard and qualified to turn this business into a raving success, please email your cover letter, resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

England

CARETAKER REQUIRED for a men’s hostel in Erdington, a suburb of Birmingham, England. This is a 20 bed unit. The post involves being on site from 8 pm to 8 am every night. Regular weekends off can be arranged by prior negotiation. We provide free accommodation, which is an en-suite single room with use of the kitchen. All heat and light costs are included. This may suit a mature student who is studying during the day or someone studying social work or support work. It is expected that you will get a good night’s sleep each night. Applicants will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS check. A small wage will also be paid to the right applicant. Local applicants should please text [Contact info available to subscribers] in order to apply for this position.

Pennsylvania

HEAD OF MAINTENANCE/CARETAKER needed for an overnight camp in Honesdale. Experience in plumbing, swimming pool maintenance, electric, construction, and small engines a plus. Must be respectful around children. Excellent salary provided. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

Private Estate Couple in present position over six years currently managing multiple properties. Looking to make a transition in spring or summer of 2016. Seeking a less demanding challenge. Willing to entertain various venues. Reliable, stable and seasoned with over 20 years’ experience, endeavoring to fill a position which is a good fit with the right chemistry and business like relations. Verifiable references, current passports, clean driving records and can pass background check. For additional information please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, January 6, 2016

UK DOCUMENTARY SERIES SEEKS BRITS LIVING OFF-THE-GRID OVERSEAS

Do you know a British family or couple who have quit the rat race and moved overseas for a self-sufficient way of life?

The producers of Channel 4’s ‘Escape to the Wild’ would like to hear from people who’ve relocated from the UK to live sustainably in their own piece of paradise. We’d like to find property owners who might be interested in taking part in a second series. Suitable stories will involve people who:

* Quit the “daily grind” or made the choice to leave behind a conventional lifestyle in the UK * Now live in another country * Have built their own home, or live in a simple structure * Are off the beaten track or in a remote location * Are self-sufficient in growing food, keeping chickens, catching fish, etc. * Live “off-the-grid” (i.e. aren’t hooked up to the main water and power supplies)

Here is a link to the first series:

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If you (or someone you know) could be interested in finding out more, please email [Contact info available to subscribers] before the 5th of February 2016, and we’ll be happy to provide more information.

Australia

CARETAKER REQUIRED in Quairading area, in Western Australian, in the Wheatbelt region. A lovely air-conditioned house will be provided, and space to park a caravan. I am looking for someone to live in the house and maintain my garden. This is a rent-free living opportunity. My house is on farm, located 14km from the town of Quairading. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

FULL-TIME INNKEEPER needed for an 8 room B&B located in downtown St Helena, in Napa Valley. We are seeking a superstar Innkeeper to run this established B&B. You can choose to live onsite or offsite. Duties include cooking and serving breakfast; purchasing groceries and supplies for the Inn; providing concierge service to guests; supervising housekeeper, gardener and occasional maintenance work; taking reservations on the phone or emails. You will run the Inn! An ideal candidate must be a people person and has a passion for this business. You must be flexible, reliable, dependable, trustworthy and have a willingness to go above and beyond. You need to be computer literate. Bonus Qualities: previous culinary skills; wine enthusiasm; Napa Valley knowledge; and an aspiration to own a B&B in the future. If interested, please email your cover letter, resume and salary expectation to [Contact info available to subscribers] for immediate consideration.

Canada

LIVE-IN CARETAKER needed in Victoria, British Columbia. We are looking for a live-in caretaker for 15 unit apartment building close to Bay and Quadra Streets. The caretaker suite is a one bedroom apartment. Must be familiar with the residential tenancy act and have basic handyman knowledge. When applying, please state your experience and salary expectations. To apply, please fax your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

New Jersey

SEEKING A HANDS-ON, FULL-TIME CARETAKER for a Summer Camp Property in East Brunswick. Our Middlesex County camp grounds include 20 acres with 20+ buildings, swimming pools and a complete workshop. This job requires dedication, commitment, team-orientation, passion and a kid friendly attitude. The time schedule will be May through August – whatever it takes to get the job done! (six to seven days per week, nights, weekends, etc.). Must be flexible! September through March the hours will be 9am to 5pm Monday – Friday. General maintenance, repair and development of grounds and buildings, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, landscaping, full construction, pool maintenance, machine operation, small motor maintenance and repair, and vehicle repair. The Camp is an environment for a fun, great person who has the willingness to provide for a fantastic community and shows great leadership skills. We are looking for someone who can care about our property as much as we do! Previous management and maintenance experience a necessity as you will supervise a small crew on a daily basis. Accommodation available for a live-in caretaker. You can learn more at [Contact info available to subscribers] Please send your resume and contact information with your experience in the above areas to

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SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

Boise, ID caretaker available, starting April 2016. Kind, responsible, professional – plus neat/clean. Flexible in handling difficult challenges – both rural and urban – extremely well. Non-smoker, non-drinker, drug-free. Thank you so much for your consideration! Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, January 4, 2016

Arizona

WANTED RESPONSIBLE, DEPENDABLE PERSON OR COUPLE for year-round onsite property caretaker(s). This is quiet, country living in rural southern Arizona with vegetable gardens, fruit trees, ornamentals, etc. Part-time work includes pet care, weed control, vegetable gardening/harvesting, koi pond, basic maintenance, tree trimming, clean up, etc. Owners work along with you. Potentially long-term. Please no drugs, drama or alcohol abuse. Work in exchange for your full RV hook-up, electricity, well water and share the food. The RV site has full shade canopy and awnings on both sides. We do full background checks. Available immediately. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Australia

CARETAKER WANTED in Ducklo, Dalby, Queensland. A permanent caretaker is required on a 1,200 acre property at Ducklo, Dalby. We have a small two bedroom cottage available in return for farm duties. The caretaker needs to be honest, reliable, and provide weekly reports to the owners. This would suit someone who wants to make a home for themselves. To apply, please write to Caretaker Position, [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

LONG-TERM CARETAKER OPPORTUNITY available in the Upper Ojai Valley, California. Tranquil family home on an acre of property. Need to care for one small dog and five chickens, plus housekeeping. May need to assist the family with arranging routine maintenance or other household work. The property is serviced by landscaping, koi pond and pool care companies. Start date is February 22 until mid-May 2016 and then from late August to November 2016. This opportunity may reoccur each year for the next two to three years depending on our family needs and overseas work commitments. Looking for an experienced caretaker, references required. Please email your resume and references to

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[Contact info available to subscribers] has a year-round position to work with the hands-on owner as the on-site salaried caretaker/hands-on manager. Must be an active, outdoor loving, single or couple, (non-smoking and non-drinking) without children or animals, with a 4×4 vehicle and clean driving record. Please do not call, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] to learn all about [Contact info available to subscribers], and then email a short resume to the owner at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Maine

SEEKING ONE SINGLE ASSISTANT INNKEEPER (no couples please) for a successful high paced Boutique Bed & Breakfast in coastal [Contact info available to subscribers] family run business that offers an organic daily breakfast. This is a fantastic opportunity for those seeking to be trained in the systems of how a small business runs as well as gain further experience in management and knowledge in the field of hospitality. The Innkeeper will be responsible for contributing and managing daily housekeeping and laundry staff, general operations and systems of the Inn, online reservation system, guest check in and guest relations, preparation, serving, and clean-up of daily breakfast and afternoon tea. This is a very physical job that requires being able to lift up to 50lbs. We are seeking a hardworking, trustworthy, outgoing personality who enjoys people and has a flexible personality to learning how are systems run and work. Compensation includes free on site private lodging with all utilities, biweekly salary and performance end of season bonus. This is a seasonal position that requires living on site from May through October. No pets and non-smokers only. Please submit your resume and working job references by emailing them to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Minnesota

APARTMENT MANAGER/CARETAKER NEEDED for a 36 unit apartment building in Anoka, MN (northwest suburbs). Previous caretaker experience preferred. The compensation is full rent credit for a two bedroom apartment and garage, potential for additional income from time to time for extra work as needed. This is a part-time position and will require that the candidate have other income sources. The ideal candidates will have a positive attitude, be accountable, self-motivated, have great customer service skills, sense of humor, exceptional ability to multi-task and prioritize, able to work independently, understand deadlines, take pride in a job well done, and be available for on-call work. Needs to be available as needed for apartment turnovers, showing/leasing apartments, after hours emergency repairs, and more. To qualify you must be able to fix almost anything, enjoy working with people, and have management skills and be highly organized. Candidates must pass a MN Bureau of Criminal Apprehension background check. You will work closely with the owners/operators. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] and leave a short message regarding your qualifications. We will then call you back for a phone interview.

New Mexico

POSITION AVAILABLE on a large cow calf operation in northeastern New Mexico. Excellent benefits, 401K, house provided, and utilities paid. This position would be mainly maintenance, yard work, fencing, basic carpentry, could also include operating heavy equipment, and helping with calving heifers and branding. Looking for a long-term commitment. A small house will be provided, so it would be best for a single person or a small family. Looking for someone who is a hard worker, pays attention to details, willing to learn, and works well with others. Pay depends on experience. To apply, please call

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Pennsylvania

FULL-TIME CARETAKERS needed. A Prominent hunting and fishing club in Lycoming County is looking for full-time, live-in caretakers. Applicants must possess excellent housekeeping skills and have food service experience. Good Hospitality and people skills are a must. Duties include preparing and serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, year-round, as well as laundry and cleaning. Some maintenance skills required as well. The compensation package includes salary, benefits, food service revenue and living accommodations. Please forward your resume and references to Caretaker Position, [Contact info available to subscribers]

SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

SEMI-RETIRED CARETAKER available in the Somerset, California area. I am looking to relocate to a less busy atmosphere. I am responsible, quiet and organized. Am currently a groundskeeper, and living at one of the finest wineries in Somerset. I also provide home and ranch repair for three mobile home parks, providing caretaking in trade for living/parking my 5th wheel home on the property. I will keep your property safe and secure as a tenant/watchmen, and/or provide maintenance, repairs, or improvements for your property or home. Have power tools and truck. Have references. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

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