The Caretaker Gazette Email Broadcasts 2020

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Thursday, December 31, 2020

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Montana

MOTEL CARETAKER NEEDED. [Contact info available to subscribers] in Monarch, MT is looking for one motel caretaker to join our eight person strong team. We are located on 5012 Highway 89 South. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter, who possess premium customer service skills, and is motivated and engaged. This position may also provide a “live on site” opportunity for the right candidate. Motel amenities are Wi-Fi, Direct TV, swimming pool, hot tub, coffee makers, heat, electricity and parking. These amenities are a possible option for the right candidate. Responsibilities will include daily caretaking duties such as light handyman work, hanging pictures, painting, cleaning, shoveling snow, sweeping, moping, taking care of the pool and hot tub, light repairs on chairs/tables/doors/windows, taking reservations, answering phones, taking messages, communicating daily with the manager, facilitating guest accommodations, and providing a premium guest service environment. The caretaker will also need to mow the grass, and operate and provide quality care of all lawn equipment. Run the snowplow truck and snow blowers with quality care and performance, and maintain all equipment. Keep the property and facilities in top condition. Should be self-directed, motivated to do quality work and get work done every day. Honesty, integrity, and a strong work ethic are key requirements. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] We look forward to hearing from you.

Washington

[Contact info available to subscribers] is now accepting applications for our 2021 InnKeeper-Chef Apprentice Program. This unique 18 month program provides a hands on opportunity to learn what it takes to run all aspects of a small Inn and restaurant while living and working on Orcas Island, Washington. Everyone on our team shares a passion for food and hospitality. Each member performs all of the tasks of running the hotel, from cooking and baking to taking reservations, painting, cleaning rooms, marketing, laying tile, gardening and washing dishes. Our commitment is to provide challenges and structure that helps each team member grow and reach their own personal goals and potential. We are looking for the best, not the most experienced. We value teamwork over speed. Enthusiasm over qualifications. Character over accomplishments. Grit and determination over aptitude. For more information and to apply, please go to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Professional, healthy and mature caretakers seek a short-term position January 15th to March 15th. Dates are flexible. We have a high skill set with electrical, solar and off-grid, carpentry, masonry, animal and farm care, and organic gardening. Currently working in Maui, we are most interested in the islands and the PNW, CA, AZ, NM but happy to consider all. We have current passports and are Covid conscious and responsible. Remote locations are fine. Resumes and references available upon request. Thank you and Happy New Year! Please email

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Wednesday, December 30, 2020

California

WE’RE A SMALL RV PARK in June Lake, California looking for two couples or singles with their own RV. One (Camp Manager) to work four days per week (May 1 – November 1) in exchange for a full hook-up site with cable, Wi-Fi, laundry and a $400/month cash stipend and another (Camp Host) to work three days per week (May 1 – November 1) in exchange for a full hook-up site with cable, Wi-Fi and laundry. Camp Manager Position requires previous camp host experience, and the Camp Host Position does not require previous camp host experience. You must be very friendly and have excellent customer service skills, as well as great computer/phone/tablet literacy. Unlimited texting/calling on your phone is needed to communicate with the owners. You must be physically able and capable of lifting up to approximately 50 pounds. Responsibilities include: checking guests in and out, checking, rearranging, picking up sites after checkouts and cleaning tables, picking up trash or dog poop if needed, cleaning (four showers, four toilets, small laundry room, fish cleaning station, and small office), assisting guests by giving information, doing late check-ins, selling firewood, giving quarters for laundry, etc., management of supply needs/refills, bank deposits, flyers at office, etc., enforcing rules with campers and guests, and other miscellaneous jobs such as raking leaves/pine needles, watering flowers, recycling, cleaning cobwebs, stacking wood, changing mouse traps, spraying bugs, etc. If you are a couple, jobs can be split between the two of you however you’d like. If you’re interested, please send a self-introduction, your resume(s) and any questions you might have to [Contact info available to subscribers] You can also check out our website at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Montana

CARETAKER NEEDED for a private club in southern Montana (less than one hour from Billings, Montana). We are in a clothing optional recreation area here. We may supply an RV for you to live in or you can bring your own RV. The duties are pretty basic, such as picking up garbage, keeping everything shipshape, maintaining the pool and hot tub. And various odds and ends. We provide a place to live free of charge in exchange for your work. We may have a few other various duties that pay in cash depending on your skill sets. A pet may be okay. Please email

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New Mexico

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A LIVE-IN COUPLE for ranch work, handyman, groundskeeping and housekeeping in Arabela, New Mexico. If you would love to live in a forest environment, you need to check out [Contact info available to subscribers]! The positions include year-round living quarters (a four bedroom) and all utilities paid (electricity, internet, cable TV and phone). Need a valid driver’s license, and a vehicle will also be provided. Here are some responsibilities including but not limited to: general handyman and building tasks for needed repairs including plumbing, carpentry and basic electrical, able to operate and maintain farm machinery including a small tractor, ATV, etc., care of livestock, building and repairing of fences, general cleaning of the buildings on property, and occasional assistance with guests as needed. We offer full-time employment with competitive pay and benefits to include medical, vision and dental insurance, 401K retirement savings plan, vacation time, and holiday pay. Our company maintains a strong policy of equal employment opportunity for all our employees. Must be legal resident, US citizen or have a valid work permit. We are family owned and operated which makes for a great work environment! Pay is dependent on experience. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Zealand

HOSTEL HELPER WANTED. We are a working hostel located around center of Blenheim, a small town on New Zealand’s South Island. There is a nice atmosphere here and it’s easy to make friends. We have one cleaner job vacancy at the moment. You will get free accommodation for helping one or two hours each day, five days per week for helping cleaning. We could recommend other jobs for you if you want to earn extra money. The minimum stay is three weeks or longer. We need you to start as soon as possible. Please text [Contact info available to subscribers] if this job sounds like something you would like to do here.

Texas

FULL-TIME CARETAKER COUPLE WANTED in the Burnet, TX area. Maintain a 100+ acre ranch, and three properties in Burnet and one in Leander. These are long-term, full-time jobs and the couple must take pride in the ranch with horses, cows, chickens, a dog, two houses, and landscaping on all three pieces of property. There are no children living at home. The couple must have a solid work history, and both parties must have a valid Texas driver’s license. Must be physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs. When the owner and guests are in residence, adjusted work schedules are required to accommodate. Must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Ranch work can be a seven day a week job but typically five days are expected, with animal care and emergencies on the other two days. Must have references. This opportunity includes $55,000 annual salary for the couple, housing, utilities, and a truck for work use. Medical, dental, vision, 15 days of paid time off annually, 401k, and annual raises. There is also an opportunity to share in the bounty of a spring and fall garden. To apply, please text only (no voice calls) to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Highly experienced couple searching for a caretaking position worldwide. Steve is a plumbing and heating engineer, and knows carpentry, electrics, AC solar, eco-solutions, sustainability, waste management, generators, pools, grounds, house design, and building boat building project managing. Jane is an all-round Service *Magic* in Hospitality with a Smile Policies Procedures Delivery. Can do execution, organization, housekeeping, cooking, rooms, and leadership by example with confidence. We would add value, trust, reliability, loyalty, and quickly and effectively become an integral asset working conscientiously to ensure every aspect is managed to the highest standard. Please email

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Monday, December 28, 2020

Australia

CARETAKER NEEDED at Port Lincoln, on the Eyre Peninsula, in South Australia. Cleaning and gardening duties required. We are seeking an experienced and motivated couple to provide gardening and domestic cleaning for a residential property on the Marina. A residence beside the property is available if required. You will need effective communication and interpersonal skills and be able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and respect the privacy of the client. Locals should please phone [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

Ohio

A UNIQUE AND REWARDING FULL-TIME, year-round opportunity is available for a highly experienced private estate head manager for our home in Grandview Heights. This management position will provide many diverse situations requiring well developed people and estate management skills. The qualified applicant will possess 8 – 10 years of direct estate management experience on high end properties. Strong people management and organizational skills are mandatory. The proper maintenance and pristine care of the many residential buildings, structures and expansive grounds will require this manager to make independent and sound recommendations while maintaining the highest degree of quality standards. There is an opportunity for a spouse, as a part-time, seasonal cook during the summer months. The focus of this 20 – 25 hour/week cooking position would be the preparation of meals using fresh vegetables and fruits from the family’s large garden. Experience in canning and preserving is required. Excellent pay, free housing, and a generous benefits package are available and commensurate with experience. Please email a letter of qualifications with salary requirements and resume to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include “Grandview Heights Position” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes. Thanks.

Texas

CARETAKER/RANCH HAND needed in the Magnolia, TX area. Seeking a mature person to live on the premises and care for horses, cattle and dogs. Responsibilities will include operating a tractor, cleaning the barn and stalls, and exercising horses. Arena roping, must be 4 or 5, both ends. Must maintain the deer feeders. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Young couple with a Toddler looking for a caretaking job with housing or a home for rent with a $1,200 a month budget in the Northern Dutchess County or Southern Columbia County area. Good references available. Pets must be allowed. My boyfriend and I do tree work, carpentry, lawn care, flower beds, animal care and house cleaning. I also have experience running an estate. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, December 23, 2020

Alaska

CAMPGROUND HOST needed near Valdez, 24 miles to town, summer 2021. Own RV required. Free campsite and negotiable pay for facilities and guest care at beautiful Blueberry Lake Campgrounds (No RV hookups, Wi-Fi, limited phone). Enjoy stunning views, fishing, hiking, wildlife, cooking out, quiet for napping and reading. Site has communal vault toilets, water hand pump. Personal picnic table, fire ring. We provide for the host: storage space, solar oven, kayak, bikes, and tank dumping nearby. Bring your own paddle- board/other gear. Dogs welcome. Please go to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Australia

FREE SITE FOR YOUR VAN OR RV with town water and power available on acreage at Greenbank, just south of Brisbane. Need someone to mow the grass and keep an eye on my Mum while I’m away in my van. She is completely mobile and looks after herself – I just need someone to be there. Long-term stay preferred and there is plenty of room for pets in your own area. Please phone

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Arizona

RANCH CARETAKER/HELPER NEEDED in Arizona. I am in need of someone to help out around my small ranch/farm in exchange for a place to live. If you are honest and respectful with no drugs or alcohol, then please respond. I prefer a non-smoker, but we can discuss. If you have animals – that’s OK. I’m just really needing some help ASAP. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] God Bless.

Michigan

INNKEEPER/COUPLE WANTED for a 14 room, award-winning Select Registry destination, [Contact info available to subscribers], located on the beach of Lake Huron, Michigan. Must be experienced, possessing creative culinary skills to manage inventory, shopping, special dietary requests, and daily operations. This is a hands-on, physically demanding position so applicants in search of a 9-5 desk job need not apply. Must be computer literate, a problem solver, with a passion for guest service, handling guest concerns, and providing resolutions in a professional manner. The most important quality is a positive attitude. Our staff enjoys coming to work and we need an Innkeeper/Couple who can maintain this positive work environment. Separate house with utilities, paid time off, education, and compensation based on experience is offered. Non-smokers, pets allowed. Only applicants with current hospitality lodging experience at a similar type and size property will be considered. Please send your resume, bio and five professional references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Hello, my name is Andrea. I am a 65 year young, fit, healthy and capable woman seeking a caregiver/caretaker position in the Asheville, North Carolina area. Having been self-employed for 40 years, I have a diverse background and skillsets that would qualify me for a multitude of responsibilities. I love animals, people, nature, gardening, cooking and more. I am extremely hard working, reliable, loyal, trustworthy, clean and organized. I feel the need to excel, accomplish and be of value in everything I undertake. I consider myself positive, outgoing and energetic. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] with your needs and for more information.

Monday, December 21, 2020

Arizona

HORSE PROPERTY CARETAKER WANTED in Glendale, AZ. I am looking for an onsite horse caretaker to help with daily horse care. Applicants need to be horse savvy, live on the property, take care of the animals, manage and maintain feeding supplies and do simple maintenance. Limited but necessary mechanical skills are needed to fix auto-waterers, run the tractor and fix simple issues as they arise. Less than 30 horses currently live on the property. The facility is about 10 years old and is well maintained. You will get the master bedroom, paid utilities and pay weekly. The house is furnished and has full amenities. You will have access to a small secured storage shed shared with the other tenant. I can furnish a bed and dresser if needed. The master bedroom includes a full walk in closet and a private bathroom with a shower. I require cleanliness in the shared areas of the house and provide bi-weekly maid service for the entire house at no expense to the tenants. No family or pets please! This job is offered to a single person. You will be a roommate in the house. There is not room in the house for a couple. To apply, please call or text [Contact info available to subscribers]

England

ACCOMMODATION OFFERED for 12 months to live in a cottage on the Cornish coast here in the United Kingdom in exchange for renovating it, or some variance on this which would work for me and the prospective interested person. The cottage is in an area of outstanding beauty with some of the most beautiful and dramatic beaches in the countryside within walking distance. Sound but straightforward building skills required together with the wish to experience living in a very beautiful place for a year. This property regularly appears as a very special place to stay in the UK press. For more information, please email

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New Mexico

FULL-TIME RANCH FOREMAN AND CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED in Ruidoso, New Mexico. You will need to take care of 140 cows, maintain the grounds, water system, fences and lodge. Guide hunters in the Fall, and be a predator control year round. Housing provided along with a salary of $42,000. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

[Contact info available to subscribers] located in the Hudson Valley is looking for a live-in seasonal Innkeeper (March 15 – November 1, 2021) to assist in all aspects of the business to assure the highest level of customer service in the industry. These include but are not limited to check-ins/outs, reservations by phone or online, guest services, preparing and serving breakfast, breakfast clean up, housekeeping, room turnovers, marketing, assisting in the Tavern and with private events when needed, assisting in maintaining all areas of the property and overseeing additional staff. Overnight on call availability five nights per week in exchange for housing is required. A weekly salary plus a performance bonus at the end of the contract will be provided. Please send your resume to

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Monday, December 14, 2020

Costa Rica

OUR HOUSE IS IN PLAYA ZANCUDO, on the South Pacific side of Costa Rica. The house faces the beach with the rain forest behind it. The house has open beam construction with the primary living quarters on the 2nd floor. It is a two bedroom house with a modern kitchen including electric range, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, coffeemaker, crock-pot, etc. It is also furnished with two queen sized beds, cookware, flatware and dishes, etc. A breakfast bar separates the kitchen from the dining and living room. There are two full baths, one upstairs and another in the lower level in the utility/laundry room. There is also an outside shower for cleaning up when coming in from the beach. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Georgia

RVING CARETAKER NEEDED. Need a security presence (“warm-body”) for non-business, second home property, Virus free woodlands isolation in mid-Georgia. Start in January. Flexible length of stay. If your stay extends to April, mowing will be required. Full RV hook-up, 50 amp, 25 Mb, and Wi-Fi provided. Adults only. Please include your requirements in your response to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

CARETAKER NEEDED for a sailing club property in the Malta, NY area. The [Contact info available to subscribers] operates a year-round recreational facility for its members whose primary purpose is to provide sailing opportunities for members and guests. The house and grounds are open year-round. A resident caretaker is needed to assist with club operations. This person needs to be independent, self-motivated, a problem-solver, ethical, responsible, friendly and a role-model to members and guests. Although the caretaker has many responsibilities, club members using the house and grounds are expected to clean up after themselves. In maintaining the interior of the club, the caretaker’s duties will include cleaning all the areas in the main house, especially the kitchen and bathrooms, washing windows, vacuuming, mopping floors, laundering club tablecloths and dish-towels, washing and sweeping the porch, the ramps and outside steps, removing and recycling trash. The caretaker will be in direct communication with the Flag Lieutenant(s) House. Outside responsibilities will include mowing, trimming shrubs, and sweeping walks, emptying outside trash cans, keeping the waterfront and the children’s play area clean and assuring that all buildings are secure. The caretaker will be in direct communication with the Flag Lieutenant Grounds for all outside responsibilities. Club Officers must be alerted should there be any damage inside or out. Performing the above duties would result in an average of 20 hours per week spread over the year. Summer hours may require significantly more than 20 hours some weeks. Time flexibility may be necessary to prepare the club grounds and house for functions. The caretaker will become familiar with the club membership, policies and procedures and conduct him/herself in a pleasant and professional manner. There are no wages associated with this position. [Contact info available to subscribers] will provide an apartment attached to the clubhouse which consists of a glassed-in porch, kitchen, living room, bathroom, three bedrooms and a washer/dryer. The club will also provide heat, water, gas, electricity, internet and cable TV. The caretaker will be expected to reside full-time in the apartment. No other benefits will be offered. Absolutely no pets are allowed on club property. Caretaker candidates will be subjected to background checks. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest to the [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.

Thursday, December 10, 2020

Australia

CARETAKER COUPLE WANTED in the North Dandalup area of Western Australia. This is a paid position, with an immediate start. Tractor driving experience is essential. A small cottage is available. This would suit a semi-retired couple with farming experience. To apply, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

New England

CARETAKER/GARDENER NEEDED. This is a live-in property management position for a New England coastal estate with four residences and associated grounds (eight acres). The position requires a level of competency with building maintenance and garden/landscape maintenance. Responsibilities and roles will vary seasonally. They will include, but not be limited to: lawn and landscape maintenance; flower and vegetable garden oversight and maintenance; dune maintenance, ongoing planting and clean up; summer deck pots, maintenance; irrigation and watering system, set up/break down and maintenance; outdoor furnishings, storage and maintenance; boats and watercraft storage and maintenance; daily walkthrough of all uninhabited structures; first responder for alarm service 24/7; storm clean up; firewood, including splitting and stacking; snow removal from drives, walks and porches; oversight of third-party service vendors and seasonal help (painters, carpenters, arborists, house cleaners, etc.). The basic compensation package includes an annual salary, based on experience; on site housing (utilities included); health insurance stipend; paid vacation (three weeks per year); paid holidays (10 days a year). Seeking an individual who is well organized, accountable and an excellent communicator. A self-starter who is willing and able to work alone, but also able to collaborate and enjoy working as a part of a larger team. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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I FIX PROBLEMS, HELP PEOPLE AND BUSINESSES. I’m a peaceful responsible, honest, neat, jack of many trades, master of some available for caretaking, loving dog training, all animal and plant care, fix-it (retired electrician), Feng shui, managing small internet businesses, snow removal, cooking, personal assistant, and security presence. I managed a hostel and apartments, had a main street business, and was vice president of a credit union, emergency medical technician, firefighter, and community radio station chief engineer, taught Men’s Alternatives to Violence. I’m available long term in the western US, trade or paid depending on the responsibility and hours, don’t smoke, drink or use drugs. Please contact

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Wednesday, December 9, 2020

Australia

FARM CARETAKING HELP NEEDED in the Warwick, Queensland area. Need help over the Christmas period and if you like, you can stay longer, into January and February. You can park your caravan/mobile home beside a beautiful creek and/or beside a vacant homestead in exchange for providing some light duties to help caretake the farm. We have a 10,000 acre grazing property in Gore, one hour west of Warwick. Light duties will include assisting in caring for lawns and gardens and animals (cattle, sheep, and goats). Open for other jobs too if your skills are available to slowly tidy up our vacant homestead. The lovely old homestead and gardens are on the edge of a beautiful creek, and is available for use as a kitchen, toilets, showers, and a very nice game room. We are planning to give the homestead a tidying up and prepare it for short-term stay visitors/workers, such as a sheep shearing crew, in winter 2021. If you’re in Queensland please phone or text [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hawaii

RESPONSIBLE SKILLED COUPLE needed in Waipio Valley, on the Big Island. You should have maintenance, carpentry, landscaping, repair and/or cleaning skills. We have three acres in a remote retreat setting, riverfront, and are off-grid (solar/battery power). Phone and internet via cell phone booster. Live in separate caretaker’s quarters. The owners don’t live on the property. 20 hours per week (total for two people) in exchange for boarding. Bananas, avocados, mountain apple, coffee, papaya available. Looking for a Positive attitude, easygoing, and a level of commitment. A 4WD vehicle and references are required. Please email your information and recent photo to

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New York

PART-TIME CHURCH CARETAKER NEEDED in Northport, on the north shore of Long Island. This position is 20 hours per week involving cleaning and grounds maintenance. After a three month trial period, compensation will include a transition to housing in a studio apartment on Main Street in Northport. Parking will be included. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] from 10am to 5pm (Monday through Thursday) or email your resume to

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Pennsylvania

A GETTYSBURG BED AND BREAKFAST (8-guest room) seeks a full-time, live-in Innkeeper for 2021! Love sharing America’s history with guests? We are seeking a self-motivated, creative, and professional Inn Manager who loves welcoming and hosting guests in one of America’s favorite destinations. Responsibilities: working with offsite owners to manage all aspects of the property’s daily operations, including breakfast, guest services, light cleaning, and all guest interactions, plus coordinate the guest services staff. Recent experience must include managing a small lodging property, knowledge of reservation booking systems and Microsoft programs, time management skills, and social media expertise in blogging and posts. He/she/they must be culturally comfortable with the property’s location, history, and core values. The compensation package includes salary, incentive plan, onsite housing with all utilities, and scheduled paid time off, including Thanksgiving and Christmas. Please no pets, no smokers, or no children. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

South Dakota

FULL-TIME LAND MANAGER NEEDED at [Contact info available to subscribers] If you like to work in the outdoors here is a great chance to do just that. [Contact info available to subscribers] in Pierre, South Dakota is an upscale hunting operation. We are looking for a full-time manager with a variety of skills. From basic ranch maintenance, building maintenance, light farming, mechanical skills as well as some knowledge of pheasant hunting and seasonal kennel management. Great people skills would be a bonus as some customer care would be involved. Salary is $40,000+ depending on your skill set and experience. You can learn more about us at [Contact info available to subscribers] To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Friday, December 4, 2020

Australia

CARETAKER WANTED in the Tullamore area of New South Wales. The start date is ideally ASAP but we can wait for the right person – happy to discuss your situation and requirements. Our property is located approximately 10 kilometers from Tullamore with creek frontage. A tidy and comfortable five bedroom home is available. We are seeking a caretaker to live on our farm and assist on a casual basis with a range of tasks which will include checking cattle in the paddock, checking fences and spraying weeds. An initial garden tidy up will be required. This would suit an active retired/semi-retired person or couple looking to reside in the Tullamore area for several months and keen to lend a hand. For more details please text [Contact info available to subscribers]

Kentucky

PART-TIME HORSE FARM CARETAKER NEEDED in Paris, Kentucky, This is a work trade situation. Living accommodations provided in exchange for part time work. For more details, please email

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Michigan

INNKEEPER NEEDED. Have you always dreamed of running a cozy cottage inn on an idyllic island? The adventure of a lifetime at [Contact info available to subscribers] awaits you. We are looking for a friendly and active person, or couple, to live on the property and host guests at our historic 14 room Bed & Breakfast May through October. Just steps away from Main Street, Downtown Mackinac Island, Lake Huron, and miles of gorgeous trails to discover. Visit with guests in the common area, rock on the wrap around porch, tend to a small garden in the yard. To begin your most memorable summer yet please complete this online application at

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SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

Responsible experienced female caretaker of animals and property and folks, complete with 4WD vehicle and small civilized dog, looking for long-term rural-ish living, off grid fine. Need privacy, nature, would like internet access and hot water. Much prefer quiet, clean, organized, and cheerful over chaotic, confused, negative environment. Seeking two to four hours physical chores daily without too much pressure attached to speed over excellent results and total reliability. I can offer more physical stamina than strength, GREAT animal but minimal handyman skills – think educated country gal with can-do attitude and considerable determination which seems to get most things done pretty well. Don’t wanna buck hay all day nor fix fence forever, but happy to feed-muck-medicate-milk-exercise-train cheerfully with great dedication into the foreseeable future. Stipend depending on hours/accommodations offered would be highly desirable. Available 1/1/21. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, December 1, 2020

Australia

CARETAKER/GARDENER needed in Bathurst, New South Wales. Good quality, furnished accommodation provided, with air-conditioning. We are close to town. Must be honest and of sober habits. Local references required. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

FULL-TIME WORKING RANCH MANAGER/GROUNDS CARETAKER NEEDED in the Post Oak, TX area. Need a general ranch hand and cattle work near Jacksboro, on our privately-owned, cow-calf operation. This is a full-time position with salary of $24,000 – $36,000 per year, and benefits. To apply, please email your resume to

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Norway

WANT TO HELP BUILD A COMMUNITY? LOVE THE SEA? After finishing the building of our boat and our first sea-trial trip, we are presently based on an organic apple farm 40 minutes south of Oslo, where we are focusing on beekeeping as we intend to build up on honey production and queen-breeding next summer. We are a community-based project born over 10 years ago. Involving people from all over the globe, we hope to eventually form a community present both on land and at sea, that will cooperate with eco-villages, sharing the bliss of sustainable living and traveling through organic farming and sailing -connecting places and people across the oceans. If you have any knowledge or interest in permaculture, self-sufficiency, alternative living, etc., don’t hesitate to contact us and share your ideas. Our hopes are for the farm to flourish into a place where food, thoughts, plans, adventures, and -of course- boats, can grow ;) If you are interested into helping us, please email [Contact info available to subscribers] to get the application form. We will send it to you so you can apply!

Wyoming

FULL-TIME CARETAKER – HOUSE CLEANER – COOK needed in Jackson, WY. Compensation will be $50,000 a year plus free rent and free utilities. My husband and I just built a large house and a guest house on 20 acres of land. We have built a caretaker’s unit into the main house that has its own private entrance, small private kitchen, main living area, and private bathroom, washer, dryer and closet. It can be furnished or unfurnished. We are only five minutes from the town square of Jackson, WY but it feels like miles away on rolling hills in an aspen forest setting. You will see wildlife like moose, eagles, deer, foxes etc. The view of the Teton Mountain range is spectacular with glorious sunsets. It is a very special place to live and work. We spend half our time in San Francisco or traveling and need to have someone we can really rely on. Looking for a responsible, trustworthy and cheerful individual. A can-do attitude and someone who takes pride in their work is paramount. We are quiet people and are looking for someone who likes a quiet environment and is independent and comfortable working and living on their own. We are looking to hire one person without children and no pets. No drugs, and no alcohol abuse. The duties will include cleaning the house and guesthouse, cooking, laundry, taking care of the dog that is a 20 pound Sheepadoodle (you should like dogs and be good with them), grocery shopping and mail/package pickup, miscellaneous errands, be responsible for checking in any renters in the guesthouse, and looking after the house when we are out of town (probably half of the year). About us: Venture Capitalist and Builder husband and Photographer and Jewelry Designer wife. We love traveling, the outdoors, and like a peaceful clean environment at home. Please send a resume and write a paragraph or two about yourself and why you think you would be a good fit for this position. References will be required. We look forward to hearing from you! Please email your resume and references to

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SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

TRUSTWORTHY, RELIABLE, HONEST, CLEAN, DEPENDABLE, ABLE-BODIED, non-smoker available. Quick to communicate, Mindful, Travel RN (Maui is home), Working with Stanford Triage-Covid team in Palo Alto until August, 2021. Seeks a live-in, caretaking position near work. Great references, Organized, Available to Move-in/Caretake Immediately! Northern California girl raised on a Farm – Handy with a hammer, fixing things and Luv animals of all kinds and sizes. Please No Drama. OK with living alone and in remote areas. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information. Looking forward to hearing from you. Aloha

Monday, November 30, 2020

MULTIPLE LOCATIONS: California, New Zealand, Panama or Texas

IN SEARCH OF CARETAKER(S) – with any or all of the following skills: builder/handyman, organic gardener/permaculture, healthy cook, healing arts, yoga teacher, admin, computer, assistant/secretarial skills, organizer, and animal and nature lover. Locations are in East Texas, Southern California, Panama or New Zealand. Please email your resume/letter to

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Canada

FULL-TIME LIVE-IN MOTEL CARETAKER needed in Penticton, BC. Seeking a retired couple to manage our motel, with free accommodation provided. Duties include: booking rooms and welcoming guests once they arrive, responding to guests inquiries, requests and complaints in a prompt and courteous manner, collecting payments and maintaining accounting records of income and expenses, completing all housekeeping duties such as laundry, cleaning and restocking items, ensuring all maintenance and safety hazards are promptly handled, and ensuring the security of guest rooms and the privacy of guests. Compensation to be discussed. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Maryland

WEDDING AND EVENT PLANNER/INN MANAGER needed at a 20 room boutique Inn in Maryland with event space. We are seeking a person or couple to manage day-to-day operations as well as manage events – mainly weddings. Duties include: general Inn management including guest room sales and operations, wedding sales and coordination, management and scheduling of staff. Support staff is already in place. Should have experience with staff management and have excellent communication and organizational skills. Hospitality experience necessary, especially with events and lodging. Knowledge of computers with ability to learn new software systems and knowledge of social media platforms required. Owners are working on the premise as well, but would like to find someone who has the knowledge and abilities to take over a lot of the day-to-day responsibilities. Excellent salary and benefits offered. Ideal location in a small town but not far from Baltimore and Washington, DC. Includes a spacious apartment with the responsibility of responding to guests needs after hours occasionally. To apply, please send your resume and salary requirements to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

FULL-TIME PROPERTY CARETAKER NEEDED in the Utica/Rome Area. Must have experience in carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical tasks, as well outdoor maintenance. Health benefits included. Please send all inquiries to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

I AM SEARCHING FOR A COUPLE who can live and work on a private ranch in Stonewall County. A ranch house is provided with all utilities included. The full-time ranch hand position will work under the ranch manager and perform basic ranch work, such as road maintenance, brush control, vehicle maintenance, and other various projects. The daily tasks and chores of the partner will include housekeeping, vehicle cleaning, and cooking is a plus but not required. Salary will depend on experience. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Friday, November 27, 2020

Australia

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A COUPLE with their own RV who would like to caretake our small property (12 acres) at Condamine, a small town and a locality in the Western Downs Region of Queensland. We are located one kilometer from the Condamine Township. Free rent, power, water provided for your RV, in exchange for mowing and gardening on our river block. Stay as long as you like. If you’re local, please phone [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hawaii

ANIMAL SANCTUARY CARETAKER NEEDED on the Big Island. We are a farm animal sanctuary located on a 13 acre property on the beautiful Hamakua coast in Laupahoehoe, on the Big Island. We are offering full work trade accommodations (no rent/no pay) for the right property caretaker/sanctuary manager. After a two week trial we hope to secure a one year commitment, with the potential for this to be a long-term arrangement for the right person to join our team and home indefinitely. This is our private property so we work here every day too, and we have wonderful volunteers (usually travelers from around the world) who stay onsite for extended periods and help with the daily animal care and many chores. But we have grown to the point where we could really use the consistency and skilled support of a long-term property caretaker/manager. We are currently building additional accommodations on the property, and would love help to finish these out to ensure everyone has comfortable living spaces. Immediately we could offer a space in the shared volunteer yurt (bunk-house), a private tent, or we could discuss possible alternatives and will do our best to offer a desirable living space for the right candidate. We are looking for someone who loves animals, is experienced managing landscaping and construction projects/fence maintenance, and is comfortable taking a lead role to ensure everything runs well day-to-day. There is plenty of space to create edible gardens and we have a fruit tree planting project in the works, and have land to work with for other creative ideas and additional living spaces (as well as storage and a special needs animal barn to be built). We do not allow any smoking, drugs, or excessive drinking, and no animal products onsite out of respect for our rescued dairy cows, pigs, chickens, goats, etc. To apply, please email your resume to

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Massachusetts

A LARGE FAMILY living north of Boston seeks a highly energetic, live-in couple for their beautiful 12,000 sq. ft. home on eight breathtaking acres. This is a dynamic family with four beautiful children. Her responsibilities will include housecleaning, laundry, ironing, family meals, and occasional food prep for small dinner parties, grocery shopping, running errands, and indoor plant care. His responsibilities will include lawn mowing and yard cleanup, trash removal, coordinating with contractors, care for eight automobiles, occasional chauffeuring, snowplowing (truck provided), occasional bartending, and care of two dogs and two cats. Important qualities for this couple include experience in a large family home, self-starting with great energy, discretion, flexibility, can-do and willing attitudes, nonsmoking, and child friendly. The family owns two additional homes in Maine and Vermont, to which they travel frequently. When the family is in residence, the couple will work 10-hour days with a schedule of 10 days-on, four days-off. Salary is commensurate with skills and experience and includes health insurance benefits, paid holidays and two weeks’ vacation, and newly-renovated carriage house apartment. To apply, please email your resume and references to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include “Massachusetts Couple Position” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes. Thanks.

Montana

FULL-TIME RANCH MANAGER COUPLE NEEDED in the Livingston, MT area. The [Contact info available to subscribers] is a privately owned, family ranch. The primary purpose of the ranch is for preservation of the asset, conservation of the land, and enjoyment for the family. Although the property includes livestock, it is not a cow-calf operation. The ranch is used during the summer months by the owners as their summer residence, to be shared with their family, friends and guests. This is a salaried full-time position for a couple seeking long-term employment. The couple will manage the overall ranch and livestock operations. The compensation package includes salary, housing/utilities and truck for ranch use. Must be organized, self-starter, professional, excellent people skills and jack of all trades. Health insurance available. Both parties must have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass a criminal background check. The primary responsibilities will be to oversee the day-to-day operations of a 2,000 acre ranch. Maintain accuracy and efficiency in bookkeeping for ranch related expenditures, operating cost records and identify areas for savings. Maintain all buildings/structures, including owners’ home, main lodge and guest cabins. Feed and care of cattle and ranch horses, to include winter feeding/watering and summer pasture rotation of livestock as necessary. Direct and manage ranch hands, vendors, and contractors. Coordinate with USFS for permit/lease. Repair and upkeep of mechanical equipment. Maintain roads and horse/ATV trail system, integrity of pastures, land and water wells/springs. Maintain cleanliness, appearance and organization of barn, pastures, ranch vehicles, and equipment. Do daily checks/repairs of fencing, gates and cattle guards to ensure proper working order. Seasonal winterizing of buildings, snow removal and clearing. Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of the owners, their families and guests. As time permits, especially during the off-season, improve and upgrade ranch owned buildings, facilities, vehicles, corrals, tack, tools and equipment, etc. Will need the ability to weld, operate a tractor, and other heavy equipment, including power and hand tools. Handyman and mechanical skills for ranch, house, barn, vehicle, and equipment maintenance. Manage the equestrian program and string; highly skilled in saddling and riding/training horses. Physically able to work outdoors in all types of weather and on uneven terrain. Must be physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs. If you meet the qualifications and are ready to take this next career step, please send your resume to our email address: [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Jersey

LOOKING FOR LIVE-IN INNKEEPER(S) to operate a nine room B&B in Cape May, NJ. We are looking for a friendly, self-motivated Innkeeper (individual or couple) who is excited to join our [Contact info available to subscribers] ([Contact info available to subscribers]). Here, you will find a place where your personality and ideas are as appreciated as much as the work you do. Candidates must have a ‘Guest’s First’ attitude, comfortable speaking with people and have a professional appearance. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: cooking and serving breakfast/afternoon refreshments, making reservations, social media, guest services, cleaning (must be able to walk up/down several flights of stairs throughout the day) and grounds/building maintenance. Must have good references, be extremely detail oriented, able to adjust in changing situations, problem solver and multi-tasker. Prior hospitality experience a must. Compensation package will include salary, on-site housing and paid utilities, performance bonuses and health insurance. Non-smoking, no children (a well-behaved, non-barking dog is OK – but we are strict about no cats). Please send your resume and salary requirements to

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New York

HOUSE SITTER NEEDED. I need someone to stay in my Brooklyn condo with my cat starting right after Christmas through January 31, 2021. The condo is quite large, over 1,900 square feet. There are three bedrooms; the master bedroom has a large bath on the main floor. Two other nice bedrooms are upstairs with a full bath. I have hardwood floors on the first level. I live just steps away from the subway and there is easy access to shopping right down my street. You can live here rent-free, I will take care of all the utility bills, but I cannot afford to offer any compensation. If you are an interested cat-lover, please email me a message on why you would be interested in staying here and taking care of my cat while I’m gone, along with your references to

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Utah

SPEND CHRISTMAS, NEW YEARS, AND JANUARY in Alta, a very small town within the Wasatch Mountain Range. A retired professional couple is in need of reliable house sitters (or a future house exchange) from December 15, 2020 through January 31, 2021. Three bedroom condo on the first floor, with a complete kitchen: two microwaves, dishwasher, disposal, convection oven, two TVs, VCR/DVD, washer, dryer, and two full baths. Complete with a 12-year-old cat that typically sleeps 12 hours per day. For more details, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wisconsin

RETIRE IN MINOCQUA RENT FREE! Two small apartment buildings in Minocqua are in need of a caretaker to live on site for free rent in exchange for 9.5 hours per week of janitorial, lawn care, snow removal, general grounds, light maintenance and customer service work. Must pass a background check and have a valid driver’s license. To apply, please send your resume to

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SITUATIONS-WANTED AD:

Hello, my name is John. I am seeking a position as ranch caretaker or large estate caretaker or manager. I have over thirty years of experience in this field. My experience varies from large homes and estates, to large ranches. Most of the homes I have managed and have taken care of, are from top executives and business owners in the United States. I believe in confidentiality, trustworthiness, honesty, diligence, and consistency. These are traits I have learned at an early age in my career. And I have carried out these practices throughout my career. I have had a background in security, private homes, and ranches. I can set up your formal parties, take care of the largest of homes and estates. I believe in preventive maintenance, and do not like putting things off, before they become a larger expensive problem. I have strong attention to detail, and double and triple check everything! I go the extra mile to protect my homeowner’s investments, which they have worked and labored for to attain. I can flood irrigate the largest of ranches, do snow plowing, driving equipment, and maintain fence lines. Guiding hunters, calling in elk, and throwing on a tuxedo to serve your guests wine and cheese. I truly enjoy interaction with people, whoever they might be. Being on site to oversee vendors and contractors. Following through and paying attention to the biggest of projects, to smaller projects. Being the ranch or estate owners’ eyes and ears while they are absent. Being out in the middle of nowhere does not hinder or bother me, being remote is fine. I am self-motivated and driven daily to give 100% of my ability to my clients. I enjoy projects, and enjoy the challenges of keeping things neat and clean. Or cleaning up neglected areas. I am currently in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, in a big ski resort area, surrounded by large ranches and estates. I am fine with relocating. If the situation is desirable and long-term, and the owners are vested into maintaining their property. I am college educated. I put myself through high school, and trade school (welding) then four years of college with a degree in criminal justice. I have never used any tobacco products, at all. Legal or illegal. I am not addicted to any tobacco products or alcohol. I enjoy exercising, hiking, hunting and eating healthy. I also help out at our church every Sunday. I believe in community investment and giving back. I do not like wasting my time or client’s hard earned money and investments. I work exceptionally well with anyone I am dealing with. But I am also just fine by myself with projects and daily security. Trust is very important to me – without it, you cannot have a relationship. If you have pets, and need to leave the country or state, I am great with any kind petsitting. Horses to dogs or cats. Knowing me, I will most likely fall in love with them. At this time I would like to thank you for reading this. Health and happiness to you. Sincerely John. Please call me at

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Monday, November 23, 2020

Australia

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A COUPLE to stay at our motel and do some office work (check in and check out), and oversee the cleaner. We do have meals but don’t push them. The evening meal, but mostly we do breakfast room service. We have a reservation system that is straight forward you don’t have to be a computer whiz to use it. We would supply accommodation and meals to whoever takes it on and income to be discussed. We are a small motel in Gympie area. For more details and to apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] We will be available if there is a problem to help out.

Connecticut

CAT/HOUSE SITTER NEEDED for our home outside of Hartford from January 1 through March 31, 2021. We will be overseas and will need our house sitter to look after our home and cats. We prefer a non-smoker, a cat lover, a person who keeps a home very clean, someone who is good with plants, likes solitude, and will be quiet – and not disturb any of our neighbors. Must have checkable references. For more details, please email

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Hawaii

ALOHA FROM THE BIG ISLAND OF HAWAII. Escape the cold, and exchange your environment for the tropics. Our 2.25-acre estate in Kona is in need of an individual who can care for its landscape, gardens, and general maintenance. This commitment is for a minimum of 90 days, but a longer-term position could be possible, if all parties are content. This position is available starting in the first of the year. If hired, one can expect round trip airfare from your nearest major airport to Kona, Hawaii. While on the property, we will provide you with private hi-end accommodations with cable and Wi-Fi, maid service once a week, gourmet breakfast and dinner, and a negotiated stipend. Lastly, we will occasionally give you free use of a vehicle to explore the island. We are in one of the most beautiful parts of Hawaii, and I believe in the world. We are seeking a self-motivated, organized, in shape and strong, and very tidy and clean individual, who will work 36+ hours a week to upkeep our estate’s land, agriculture, and gardens. We are willing to train in our procedures, but you must have experience. There are occasions where we have to do a little sanding and painting, and pressure washing. We live in a jungle, where it is absolutely necessary to spray herbicides and insecticides. We do our best to be as organic as possible. You must be proficient and competent in using a commercial mower, weed eater, blower, hedge trimmer, chain saw, pole chain saw, and silky pole saw. We use mostly Stihl equipment, and have an Echo weed eater, and a commercial mower by Honda. This equipment will be your responsibility to maintain, and you should be able to do light repairs on them. You will have to tend to all fertilizing and weed maintenance. You must be competent in installing, maintaining, and repairing irrigation. We use Toro products. We have over 60 different fruit and spice trees, and edible berries and bushes, vegetable and herb gardens, and a ¾ acre botanical garden with rare palms, Heliconia, and Gingers. We are in the process of adding three lotus and lily ponds, and in late 2021 we are hoping to open our pigmy goat farm. It is fabulous, but it is hard work to maintain all of them. If you love plants and the outdoors, this is your dream job. The property has a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. It is a spectacular place. If you feel this position might be your calling, please send me your resume and a list of references. I will review them and give you a call to set up an interview time. I can do Skype and FaceTime. No drug use, non-smoker, and responsible alcohol use! Please have one of these options available for your interviews. All applicants will be subject to background checks. You may contact me, [Contact info available to subscribers] and include the terms “House of Kona, caretakers” in the subject line of your email. Responses should be received within 48 hours. Aloha and mahalo!

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Mature professional seeks a caretaking position in the Reno/Lake Tahoe, Minden/Gardnerville area. I am a single male, 38-years-old and a local Registered Nurse. I possess a strong work ethic and have a diverse background that is well suited for residential property care and oversight. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

Tuesday, November 17, 2020

Caribbean

SEEKING VOLUNTEERS at our [Contact info available to subscribers] starting in February/March of 2021. The Eco projects we are preparing/have started are: Agriculture: – Reinstating an old berry vine. – Creating community gardens/allotments. – Creating hurricane challenged agriculture such as permaculture, aquaponics and hydroponics. Eco Neighborhood development: – Landscaping and putting renewable facility systems in place for biogas, waste and waste-water management, solar system with battery bank, rainwater harvesting etc. – Construction of self-sufficient and sustainable homes made out of modified shipping containers. – Further development of The Keys Market location. More project information can be found at [Contact info available to subscribers] For those who would like to volunteer with us please read this info on “How to become a volunteer” at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Montana

FULL-TIME CORRAL BOSS/RANCH CARETAKER NEEDED at [Contact info available to subscribers] in Gallatin Gateway, Montana. The Corral Boss is a full-time, on-site position whose job responsibilities include caretaking for ranch property and for 120-head of horses and other ranch pets. The ranch property includes 20 guest cabins, barn, workshop, staff housing and the Corral Boss’s residence. Other ranch infrastructure includes corrals, fishing pond, and picnic area. Maintenance and corral duties vary by season. A successful candidate will be an upbeat, active, self-motivated person with a deep appreciation for ranch life and the outdoors. Horse experience is required. Duties from May to November will include: creating a friendly work environment for staff and a fun, safe experience for guests, managing and delegating tasks to six to eight barn staff, caretaking for 120 head of horses, overseeing execution of daily rides for guests, training young horses, organizing and occasionally leading pack trips, providing basic vet and hoof care, fencing, and addressing general maintenance needs on the property. Duties from November to April will include: caretaking for ranch property, primarily consisting of caring for ranch animals and buildings, and snow removal, training young horses, conducting maintenance and construction projects such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry and metal projects. Housing provided, and salary will depend on experience. To apply, please email your resume to

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Texas

PART-TIME HORSE BOARDING FARM ASSISTANT NEEDED near The Woodlands, Texas. Looking for a person experienced with handling horses: leading horses in and out of stalls to pasture, cleaning, watering, feeding grain and hay, putting on fly masks and blankets as needed. This takes approximately three hours in the AM and two hours in the PM – part-time work in exchange for a one bedroom apartment on the farm which includes all utilities, trash, washer and dryer, Wi-Fi, and Dish. Located on a quiet, secluded, gated facility near The Woodlands. This would be great for someone on a pension or who works online, or a couple with one income, saving to buy their own place. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

West Virginia

PROPERTY CARETAKER NEEDED ASAP at a non-profit located in scenic West Virginia. Seeking a couple or single person. Looking for a skilled handyman – a “Jack or Jill of all trades”, experience in vehicle maintenance, and housekeeping. For details please contact

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HAVE TOOLS WILL TRAVEL: Trustworthy American Patriot, Christian, professional security guard, independent, self-sufficient, jack of all trades, mechanic, cook, outdoorsman, animal lover, grew up on a farm. Hardworking, clean, and outgoing. In search of: Off grid, ranch work, absentee homeowner, team player, vacation retreat, helping hand…etc. Looking for rural mountainous, rivers, and trees. Check out my website at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Friday, November 13, 2020

South Carolina

PART-TIME KENNEL CARETAKER NEEDED at a busy veterinary hospital in the downtown area of Columbia, SC. Applicants will need to meet or be able to perform the following criteria (25-35 hours weekly): must have compassion for animals (cats and dogs), have the ability to handle all breeds of dogs and cats, walk/supervise dogs, feed/water, laundry (wash, dry, fold, put away), clean kennels and cages, must have ability to work well with others, have your own transportation, and working weekends and holidays is required. Compensation to be discussed. Please apply in person at [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Washington

DISCOVER, PLAY AND WORK close by Mt. Rainier National Park with a RV/trailer. Looking for someone who can multi-task between cooking/housekeeping and front desk responsibilities to work for about 25-30 hours per week*. RV spot is provided. Rate is $13.50 hour. April-October 2021. In exchange for rent, Wi-Fi and utilities, the expectation to be night manager for two to three manager nights. The ideal candidate would be someone who wants to save, explore the mountains and be productive. No alcohol, weed, or drugs allowed on the property. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] *The pandemic can affect available work hours.

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CLEAN, QUIET MATURE FEMALE, non-smoker, no pets, seeking a house sitting position within urban areas in the US. Preferences; Rhode Island: Federal Hill, or Newport. Massachusetts: Boston Beacon Hill, Back-Bay areas, but open to other cities. I will add presence and care for your pet-free, smoke-free home while you’re living abroad or traveling for an extended period. Minimum stay six months furnished; nine months unfurnished. My business, allows me to work from home via phone or internet ([Contact info available to subscribers]). Excellent references available. I can be reached at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thursday, November 12, 2020

Costa Rica

COSTA RICA BEACHFRONT HOME: We are seeking a responsible, non-smoking, individual or couple to care for/rent our Costa Rica beachfront home: two bedrooms, two bathrooms, living room/dining room combination. Living quarters are on the upper level with a huge deck facing the ocean, with lower level laundry room and storage. The home is in the south Pacific Gulfo Dulce side of Costa Rica in the small town of Zancudo. Responsibilities include keeping the house clean and occupied, $400/month rent plus utilities (including DSL internet) and caring for two loveable mutts. Minimum lease is one year. The house will be available in January. For more details/pictures, please call

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Ohio

INNKEEPER/GENERAL MANAGER NEEDED at [Contact info available to subscribers], a luxurious Scottish Country Inn, known as the “Premier romantic getaway in the Midwest” (learn more at [Contact info available to subscribers]). Seeking an individual or couple for our 5 Star/ Select Registry 21-unit Inn and fine dining restaurant. Located 50 minutes southeast of Columbus, Ohio in the Hocking Hills Region. Responsibilities will include: staff supervision (27 people) record keeping-accounting, oversite of restaurant-bar, marketing-sales and overall operations of property. Qualifications: people management skills, strong knowledge of social media, Word/Excel, QuickBooks, organizational management skills and strong customer service. Capable of working with active owners. Hours include holidays, weekends and hours as needed. Seasoned experience in the hospitality industry and fine dining mandatory. Self-motivated, detail oriented, financial accountability and initiative taking people will be considered. No smoking, no kids, and no pets. Compensation includes on-site housing, utilities, base salary, performance bonus, and scheduled time off. To inquire, please email your resume to

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Wednesday, November 11, 2020

Australia

HOUSE SITTER/CARETAKER POSITION AVAILABLE. We are located in the picturesque Chapman Valley, 22 kilometers out of Geraldton, Western Australia on 120 acres. We are close to Geraldton, medical, shops and fishing spots! We are self-employed and our work takes us away periodically and we would love someone to care for our property, being two houses, windmill tank, an active kelpie dog, and sheep (no sheep handling is required, just check the waters). There would be some hand watering, mowing/maintaining of lawns on modern equipment, minimal basic garden/house maintenance when required. Ideally, you would be self-sufficient and would have full access to power, water and unlimited internet in exchange for help in the above. An indoor washing machine, shower and toilet can be made available. A pet is OK as we have an active kelpie. A minimum of approximately two to three weeks would be ideal, longer by agreement. Police clearance/references is an advantage. We can provide references from our previous caretakers. If you’re in the area, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers], and if no answer please text. Thanks.

Wyoming

FULL-TIME RANCH MANAGER NEEDED in Ten Sleep, Wyoming. As Ranch Manager you will be responsible for all activities on a 20,000 acre mountain ranch and perform all duties according to the landowner’s goals for the property. Guest services for a private family and guests will be a priority requiring effective oral and written communication skills. This responsibility will include project management skills and oversight of infrastructure maintenance including the upkeep of homes, barns, outbuildings, vehicles, equipment, and an aesthetic landscape. The Ranch Manager will supervise an 8-person full-time staff, including a Livestock Manager, and oversee a 500-head cattle and haying operation. The Ranch Manager should have a basic understanding of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, landscape, and fencing skills. This position is a hands-on job and at times requires the directing of seasonal employees, vendors, and contractors as needed. Candidates should be self-motivated and possess the ability to prioritize and make decisions based on common sense and practical experience. Guest service skills are a priority for this private ranch setting. Horsemanship skills would be a plus but not necessary. Salary will be competitive with a benefit package based on experience. Housing and utilities included. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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TRUSTWORTHY PROPERTY CARETAKER/SECURITY GUARD AVAILABLE. My name is Peter. I’m 45-years-old, clean, and respectful; mature down to earth with 20+ year’s professional experience in Security and Property management and home repairs. I come with plenty of tools. Currently living in North Dakota. Looking to move closer to mountains and/or remote, off grid situations would be great! Absentee home owner, farm or ranch. All situations will be considered. Please visit my website for more information at

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Friday, November 6, 2020

Alaska

CHRISTMAS/NEW YEAR IN JUNEAU ALASKA. Cats/House sitter couple or single needed December 14th to January 6th! Sitters experienced with home ownership/care, indoor plants and cats. Bushland in the city, wildlife, privacy and quiet. On city bus line. Two large bedrooms. Heat pumps and wood (supplied) heater. Short driveway snow shoveling may be necessary. House and all utilities available in exchange for watching over our home and taking care of our cats. Fresh and smoked salmon in the freezer. Travel expenses NOT offered. Negative Covid test, references and background check required. Please email interest and experience to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Australia

WE LIVE ON A MIXED FARMING AND GRAZING PROPERTY, 90 kilometers northeast of Dingo, Queensland, on the Mackenzie River. Seeking a couple to assist with casual jobs which may include checking fences, waters, assist with mixing grain feed, feeding cattle, gardening and cleaning of contractors quarters and farm office. Experience around farm machinery and livestock would certainly be an advantage. Ideally this would suit a retired/semi-retired person/couple looking for part-time work and a beautiful country environment to park up your rig for several months. We are certainly more than happy to be flexible for the traveler to allow any interested travel plans whilst in the area. A comfortable farm cottage is available along with caravan facilities, whichever is preferred. For further info please email

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Colorado

A PRIVATE RANCH is looking for full-time, year-round caretaker/ranch manager in rural Colorado on 300 acres near Gunnison. This is a solo position. Includes three dwellings, a large workshop and barn, and two irrigated pastures. A combination of general mechanic, construction, and agricultural experience required. Backhoe, tractor, and vehicle operation/maintenance required. Road, pond, and river maintenance as well as pasture with large irrigation system. Job includes general household maintenance, repair and cleaning. No livestock currently, but could be added in future. Looking for someone who is a self-starter with initiative and ability to research problems for a solution. Benefits package and full-time housing available on the ranch. Salary based on experience. References required. To apply, please forward your resume, photo, and brief bio to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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My name is Jason Bonney. I am 34-years-old. I’m looking for a cowboy/ranch position within a few hours of the Weatherford, TX area. I have over 15 years’ experience. I have worked with commercial cattle and with registered cattle, I have extensive knowledge in both. I have worked feed yards, sale barns, with veterinarians, embryo technicians, and straightened out yearlings. I’m very handy with horses as well, from breaking two year olds to fixing problems or just putting miles on one, I can also handle a rope. I can supply a resume and plenty of references to whoever is interested. Please call

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Thursday, November 5, 2020

MEDIA REQUEST:

TV NETWORK LOOKING FOR CARETAKERS AND PROPERTY OWNERS to share their experiences in rugged/tough wilderness areas. Please email

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California

ON-PREMISE INNKEEPER AND COOK COUPLE needed at a boutique Winery/B&B property in the Paso Robles wine country. The couple must have prior experience in hospitality and good natured with guests. Duties will include guests check in/out, breakfast prep, and some wine tasting room sales/attendance. Both must be personable, presentable, professional and great with guests. The lodging consists of five individual suites, a guest house, and a wine tasting room to entertain in-house guests as well as outside traffic. Benefits: occupying the owner’s beautiful mountaintop house, all utilities paid, unfurnished. Salary, duration, schedule and benefits are all negotiable. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity, maybe perfect for a couple who always dreamed of owning/running a winery with B&B or living in a vineyard setting! Please submit your resume to

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Colorado

CARETAKER NEEDED at a Colorado Mountain Ranch. Looking for a drama-free, non-smoking, drug-free, year-round caretaker for a large, multi-home estate located on 320 acres in the Colorado Mountains beside Rocky Mountain National Park. The ideal candidate must be able to take direction and work independently with little to no supervision. Must be able to maintain a high level of detailed professional service. Should be OK having minimal social contact, but must be able to interface positively with guests and multiple vendors. Must possess a high sense of personal and professional integrity. Prefer to hire someone who grew up on a ranch or a farm and is very familiar with the hardworking mindset and commitment to service that is rarely found in people who don’t know this lifestyle. People who are new to this line of work or are looking to explore this line of work, need not apply. Confidentiality, privacy, and concern for the owner’s wellbeing and interests are of the highest priority at all times. Someone with experience working for an exclusive, upscale, and high profile clientele is highly desirable. Responsibilities will include: interior and exterior house cleaning and maintenance with a need for a high level of attention to detail to keep things in impeccable condition; ability to direct and oversee multiple vendors and service companies when they visit the properties; monitoring and maintenance of security and camera systems as well as interfacing with law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency services as needed; research, coordinate and schedule vendors as needed (occasionally plan activities, make trips to town for errands, or grocery shopping for guests as needed); property maintenance skills needed to clear ditches, mending and constructing of fences, cutting grasses, irrigation, cutting and removal of trees/slash piles; ability and experience in safely operating ranch equipment, plows, tractors, skid steers, dump trucks, snow blowers, chainsaws and trailers; ability to keep all mechanical equipment at a high level of functionality and insure all maintenance services are performed regularly. Applicants must possess basic handyman, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing skills. When more advanced skills are needed, know when to call in the experts and see those repairs through to completion. Animal husbandry skills required for approximately 25 cattle and up to ten horses seasonally. Carpentry, remodeling, and other construction related work are desirable but not required. Responsibility to protect the property from trespassing of all forms and not have any issues with confronting and dealing with those intrusions. Caretaker housing will be provided off-site, but the caretaker will be required to be on premises working for the majority of a normal work week and then be on-call as needed for work on weekends and after hours. The caretaker must provide proof of their own health insurance and keep that maintained throughout employment. All final applicants will be required to pass a thorough background check and will be required to sign some legal documents prior to hiring. To apply, please submit a resume, photo, and letters of reference to [Contact info available to subscribers]

North Carolina

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE/ASSISTANT NEEDED in Western North Carolina (Shooting Creek, NC). [Contact info available to subscribers] is searching for a young, capable person to assist us with getting a boutique resort and retreat center startup off the ground. Varied skill set needed – building, carpentry, heavy equipment operation, landscape/hardscape, some administrative/guest service skills are a bonus. Must have a willingness to work hard in a remote (but beautiful!) location in the Western NC/Northeast GA mountains, and must love dogs (and cats). Housing provided, with all utilities paid. References and background check required. Salary will depend on experience. Pets not allowed. Please email

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Hardworking, honest, and experienced man looking to hire on to a cattle operation in the Oklahoma area. Hello, my name is Colten Blanchard, 30-years-old. I grew up with an interest in livestock and ranching and for the last several years have made it my life’s work. My love of the ranch lifestyle coupled with my experience makes me a great candidate for a long-term position in this industry. I have worked a few different ranches in the last five years and have seen first-hand a wide variety of different operations. I have an understanding that different ranches require different skills and techniques. I possess the adaptability to fit in with any environment. I also have the skills required to detect sickness and doctor as necessary to maintain good herd health. My calving experience is extensive. At my last place of employment alone, I calved four different seasons in a year’s time and in several different environments and set-ups. My equipment and machinery experience includes operating skid steers and various types of haying and feeding implements. I also have the knowledge to perform routine maintenance on most the equipment I know how to operate. I have also had the responsibility of maintaining property at previous ranches. I have a great deal of experience fencing in a variety of landscapes. I understand that ranching is a lifestyle and I am not afraid of working hard. I take pride in performing tasks to the best of my ability. My strong work ethic combined with my variety of experience, makes me a valuable asset to any operation. I hope to hear from you soon to provide my resume, references, or schedule an interview. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks.

Monday, November 2, 2020

Australia

LOOKING FOR A TRAVELLING COUPLE in their own RV to drop by for a week or two to lend a hand in and around the home and garden in the Geraldton area. Access to power, outside loo and lots of space. We are located on the south side of Geraldton, a coastal city in the mid-west region of Western Australia. For more info please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

CLEAR LAKE, CA. A beautiful private estate on the water with wildlife, fishing, and a beautiful ever-changing bird population because of The Pacific Flyway, is looking for (preferably a couple) to manage a small log cabin resort. This is a full-time, year around opportunity. Benefits include lodging, utilities, Wi-Fi, Direct TV, and a negotiable salary. The job requires someone fairly knowledgeable with grounds care, basic electrical, plumbing, and familiar with well pumps. There are four units and during the season cabin cleaning after guests is required. If you are interested in caretaking/managing this charming 5-acre private estate with 500 feet of lakefront behind a locked gate please respond ASAP. You can view [Contact info available to subscribers] Please respond with your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

RANCH HAND/GROUNDSKEEPER NEEDED to do caretaking on 10 acres near Placerville, CA. Requires general land care, fencing, watering, and feeding the dog/cats on occasion. A private cottage is available. To apply, please send your resume to

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South Carolina

PART-TIME MAINTENANCE CARETAKER NEEDED at a cat sanctuary ranch in Wagener, SC. Must love cats! We have a cat sanctuary for exotics, hybrids and domestic cats! We are in need of someone or a couple to take over maintenance duties such as mowing, mower repair, fixing things, gardening, renovations and anything to do with cat care and what cats need. Housing available and we would need to barter the salary. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Single, entrepreneur, designer, artist, and teacher with experience teaching English in Asia and Europe. I am currently seeking a position that will allow me to work remotely, from home. Currently based in Philadelphia, PA. If you have an opening available, please email caretakergazette@gmail.com with “Job Offer” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes.

Thursday, October 29, 2020

Arizona

SEEKING TWO SKILLED FULL-TIME RV FAMILIES, RETIRED RANCHERS, OR LABORERS to give back to youth/families through residential camping facilities, programs, sustainable agriculture, science, and outdoor education. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a 5,000-acre ranch turned camp, an hour north of Phoenix. [Contact info available to subscribers], nestled in Tonto National Forest near Payson. Full hook-up RV site provided at each location, for 40 hours/week/couple. Many tasks requiring many skills including construction, cleaning, maintenance, plumbing, well pumps, agriculture, customer service, teaching. Background checks required. Two to three month commitment please, longer if it works. To learn more, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] and send your resumes and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Australia

HELP WANTED WITH HOUSEWORK AND GARDENING in Western Australia at our farm, located 35 kilometers from Mingenew and 25 kilometers from Morawa and one hour from the coast at Dongara. Morawa has good amenities, a large swimming pool and a doctor and chemist. We can offer caravan parking, power and rainwater for your van. Alternatively you may like some accommodation in a farm cottage that is fully equipped. The work would be four hours each morning Monday to Friday with 30 minutes off for morning tea. This arrangement is flexible. It is a non-smoking work environment. You will need to be fit. Pay is at a casual rate of $25 an hour. If you and your van are in the area please phone [Contact info available to subscribers] for further details.

Virginia

CARETAKER NEEDED. Our 118-year-old estate on six acres near the west end of Richmond needs a talented and skilled caretaker. This is a permanent full-time position. The applicant must be able to do it all, including grounds maintenance as well as a full schedule of interior home maintenance. Must be experienced in carpentry, painting light electrical and plumbing, and general home maintenance. Grounds keeping involves planting mowing edging and pool pond and sprinkler maintenance. The applicant must be a self-starter and be able to see problems and take care of them without having to be told what to do all of the time. A driver’s license and references are required. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Cleaning, love animals and plants, had my own cleaning business with CDC Regulations, did some small maintenance, also painting and mowing. I’m retired. This would be fun and interesting. I’m honest and I have worked as a caretaker before in Ohio, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, and Missouri. Have a letter from a former employer who appreciates my work. Please call

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Tuesday, October 27, 2020

Belize

LONG-TERM VOLUNTEER CARETAKER AND PETSITTER needed on a four acre small Caribbean Island in Belize. It is possible to earn your living by renting out one cabin via Airbnb! We need a couple in good mental and physical condition, who feels confident living alone with a pig at our remote island in very simple environment ASAP. Frugal dealing with resources is required. Electricity comes from our solar system and drinking and using water from rain water harvest. Your job would be: being present at the island 24/7 and looking after and feeding Piggy, a free living, dominant and not castrated male pig, maintaining and controlling the water and solar system, cleaning the beaches and trails, moving some sea weed, watering the plants and other small maintenance jobs. In your spare time you could watch the sky, sunsets, dolphins and rays, explore the island, go snorkeling or fishing around the island, find meditation or yoga spots, or just seize the day. Accommodation is a little wooden beach hut with a comfortable queen sized bed, kitchen corner with two burner gas stoves, and basic equipment. There is no boat on the island. All supplies you need, you have to bring when you come in a hired motorboat from the mainland. There is no delivery service! Depending on the weather, there might be some sandflies. The shower is outside, along with a compost toilet. We have perfect conditions for snorkeling and fishing in shallow waters around the island. Internet and cellphone service are available on the island! Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

CARETAKER POSITION available in Greenview, in Siskiyou County. I travel and will be gone about six months each year. I’m offering a small one bedroom caretaker’s cabin, or free parking and free rent for your RV in exchange for part-time and easy caretaker duties on my small ranch, keeping trespassers away. This set-up is not for everyone, as I’m off-the-grid, with primitive living conditions. Must be self-sustaining and love the outdoors. Must have good references and be in reasonable physical shape and condition, and have a good attitude, as the property is somewhat remote. No criminal history, drugs, drinking, or mental issues, and no friends or visitors with same – in fact I prefer little to no visitors. No pets or smoking. This is not employment or a paid position, so you must have some other source of income available to live off of. Looking for a single person or couple. I am only looking for serious replies. Please email

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Michigan

BUILDING CARETAKER NEEDED in Detroit. An apartment building owner is looking for a reliable dedicated building caretaker who will have the responsibilities of doing light maintenance, snow removal, landscaping, cleaning, showing apartments and collecting rents for the property manager. A free apartment is part of the compensation. To apply, please text [Contact info available to subscribers] after 11am.

Texas

RANCH HAND/FARM HELP/CARETAKER NEEDED in Kosse, Texas. A small ranch is seeking help on our farm feeding and caring for approximately 50 head of Angus/F1 cattle and three separate pastures. Responsibilities will include shredding pastures as needed, repairing and maintaining fences in the pastures, and vaccinate cattle and tag calves. The elderly owner lives in a house on property. You could bring your Travel Trailer if you’re the right person. There is water, sewer and electrical hook up available on property. The property owner is willing to pay utilities for the right person. Approximately 20 – 25 hours a week; pay would depend on experience. Will require references and a background check. Must be drug free. Salary is $8 – $10/hour depending on experience. To apply, please email your resume to

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Monday, October 19, 2020

California

CARETAKER/MANAGER. ARE YOU READY TO LIVE ON A LAKE within the next 30 days? You must be a couple for this caretaker position: Retired preferred. Benefits include lodging, utilities, Wi-Fi, and a negotiable salary. Must have your own outside income (social security, pension, dividends, etc.). You will live year round on one of the most beautiful pieces of property in Lake County with 500 feet of lakefront on Clear Lake, California’s largest natural lake, 19 miles long. Please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] for photos and more information. This is one of the best bass fishing lakes on the West Coast! Located 2½ hours north of San Francisco. You will manage and care for a four-unit estate on five acres that normally is busy less than ten weeks a year, but due to Covid-19 has been the busiest in 50 years as people are trying to get away for a few days. Only 17 minutes to the town of Clearlake but far enough away to give you the most peaceful and quiet setting. Nonsmokers, no alcohol, cat or small dog is okay. Must have good handyman, landscaping skills and good credit scores. If you are the type that likes to keep busy each day and especially on your own time schedule, do not pass up the opportunity to check this fabulous property out. Housing and salary to be discussed depending on your skills and your qualifications. If you would like to live on five private acres without major expenses, this is the place. Single individuals need not apply. Interviews will be conducted on the property. Please email or fax your resume, listing all of your handyman and landscaping skills, outside income explanation, and current references with addresses and telephone numbers to

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Idaho

WINTER INTERN NEEDED now through the end of March 2021. Feed calves by hand, feed cows with hay, sort calves on foot. Run some equipment: loader, tractor, skid steer, and 4-wheeler. Fence and facilities maintenance. This is really a learning opportunity. If you have zero experience but are interested in the cattle industry this is a great opportunity for some ranch hands experience. This is not a cowboy job. Single housing provided. Please text [Contact info available to subscribers] if interested.

Texas

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Hello! I am a 59-year-old male (soon to be 60) looking for a full-time salaried position … in the past 30 years I have done a lot of side work including landscaping, a lot of roofing and interior repairs and updates. I have also roughly 15 years of caring for a local doctor/friend’s home and property. I have 35 plus years manufacturing experience 20 of which were in supervision although this past 18 months I have been working for a company installing drop ceilings. I need to find the next adventure to take me through the next 20 years. You can contact me by phone at [Contact info available to subscribers] I look forward to hearing from you, Craig

Friday, October 16, 2020

California

SEEKING A DYNAMIC COUPLE to help caretake a private, gated, rural, country property in Sonoma County, near Healdsburg. Hoping to make a difference in your lives, by offering a couple a place where beauty surrounds you and provides peace/quiet along with the rare opportunity to help you save rent money during these very difficult and trying times! Open for discussing the possibility to trade your time working in our yard and gardens with more than 100 rose varieties, along with many rare trees/plants in exchange for a two bedroom/1½ bath private residence with all full size appliances, including a dishwasher, mostly furnished inside/out. Two decks to enjoy off time – one with great view of Mt. St. Helena, and the other under redwood cover with a picnic bench and built in seating. Three fireplaces – two wood burning and one electric in the master. Travertine stone floor surrounds soaking tub. Granite counter with two sinks in the bathroom. The laundry room has plenty of storage. This would be best suited for a semi, or fully retired couple. Will pay hourly or project wage after exchange and more for any trade skills with tools. Need motivated individuals, capable of working on their own with little direction once tasks understood. Must be trustworthy with good communication skills. Possible space for your RV and able to provide and offer hookups, which may be another option, and a means to determine if this is a fit for everyone! Must be able to pass background checks, and provide solid references and work history. Must have reliable transportation (there are no public services in this area.) No smoking – no pets – no drama! Please respond to [Contact info available to subscribers] with your reasons to be considered and some info regarding your skills/background/current situation. Please do not email one liners since I will not answer anyone who does not take the time to read all the above requirements prior to responding! Thank you.

Hawaii

LOOKING FOR A LIVE-IN CARETAKER in Haiku, on the island of Maui. Will provide a furnished room for work trade. This would be part-time help in exchange for the furnished room, all utilities, covered parking, and Wi-Fi. Need somebody right away. Bonus paid immediately. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

ASSISTANT INNKEEPER POSITION AVAILABLE at [Contact info available to subscribers], a top-rated hotel with 18 guest rooms and prime park-walk location in Cooperstown, NY. Seeking an energetic, enthusiastic individual with excellent verbal, listening, and written communication skills as well as a keen ability to anticipate guest needs. Must have proven ability to problem solve, prioritize, multitask. Attention to detail is crucial. Once trained, will work independently. Computer skills, familiarity with reservation software required. Must be able to climb multiple flights of stairs and occasionally assist with luggage. Experience in lodging industry desired. Duties include but not limited to managing day-to-day operations and small staff, covering five front desk shifts per week (mostly day shift), acting as after-hours contact person (low volume), directing/training housekeeping staff, and assisting with breakfast. Compensation includes salary, paid vacation, and housing. Must be a non-smoker, with no substance abuse, and no pets. Solid references, and a background check are required. Please email your resume with a cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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CARETAKER/HANDYMAN AVAILABLE in Suffolk County, Long Island, NY. I’m a retired home improvement contractor, and veteran, looking for extra work. Big or small jobs are OK. I know all phases of construction, and home improvements such as decks and deck repairs, painting, sheet rock repairs, any plumbing, tile, fixtures, any electric, fixtures, fans, full installation of bathroom or kitchens. Can supervise your on-going projects and do summer home maintenance too. My rates are $40 per hour, with a two hour minimum. All materials to be purchased by home owner. All labor has a lifetime guarantee. Will consider barter for sail or motorboats over 35 foot, or a mobile home. Please text

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Monday, October 12, 2020

Colorado

A PRIVATE RANCH is looking for a full-time, year-round caretaker/ranch manager in rural Colorado on 300 acres near Gunnison. This is a solo position. The property includes three dwellings, a large workshop and barn, and two irrigated pastures. A combination of general mechanic, construction, and agricultural experience is required. Backhoe, tractor, and vehicle operation/maintenance also required, along with road, pond, and river maintenance, as well as a pasture with a large irrigation system. General household maintenance, repair and cleaning. No livestock currently, but could be added in the future. Looking for someone who is a self-starter with initiative and ability to research problems for a solution. A benefits package will be provided, along with full-time housing on the ranch. References required. Salary will be based on experience. To apply, please forward your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

EXPERIENCED RANCH HELP NEEDED for multiple properties located in and around Indian Gap, TX (Hamilton County). The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a proven ability to work effectively alone and as part of a team. The competitive compensation package includes a home and truck. To apply, please send your resume or letter of interest detailing relevant experience to

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Wyoming

[Contact info available to subscribers] near Ten Sleep, Wyoming seeks a full-time housekeeper/groundskeeper. The primary focus will be cleaning the main house, guest house, bunkhouses and conference office facility on a regular basis. Additional duties may include some groundskeeping. A small, but modern one bedroom home is offered, and a salary of $2,000/month. To apply, forward your resume to

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Seasoned, well-rounded, mature male seeking rural resident caretaker role with limited supervision. Experienced with off-grid homesteads in extreme winter conditions, including Alaska, Yukon. Animal, nature lover. Self-sufficient, accountable, autonomous, competent, honest, driven, creative problem solver. Excellent physical fitness, swimmer, late 30s. Skilled in carpentry, construction, maintenance, tree work, animal care, permaculture, gardening, small-engine operation. Enjoy simple living with books. Practicing lifelong intellectual curiosity balanced with spiritual inquiry. Former professional in healthcare, finance, consulting. Caring, collaborative communicator. Genuinely seeking to understand and connect. Substance-free, smoke-free. Desiring respectful, well-adjusted professional relationship based on trust, transparency, mutuality, and reason. Non-reactive, non-defensive dialogues rooted in integrity are important. Require work plans and instructions be clear, organized and actionable. I put myself into and am fulfilled by my work. Seeking winterized cabin, stipend, and solitude. Willing to relocate. Immediate availability for long-term. Have 4WD, personal power tools, resumes, references. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Friday, October 9, 2020

Australia

PART-TIME ONSITE CARETAKER REQUIRED for a holiday property just north of Gracetown in southwest Western Australia, commencing as soon as possible. Minimum employment period is six months. Duties include caretaking of two houses, grounds care, general maintenance and some cleaning (window cleaning). In return, a small salary will be offered with room to park your caravan. A small self-contained, furnished unit is also available as accommodation. If you’re currently in Western Australia with your caravan, then please register your interest by sending your information to [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

SEEKING A COUPLE to perform caretaker duties at the [Contact info available to subscribers] near Lake Tahoe. This beautiful Lodge has undergone major renovations and has been converted into a unique event venue for weddings, corporate retreats, private events, and family reunions. The goal is to continue renovations at the lodge to enhance its event capabilities, while also reopening the Lodges bar and restaurant when event season is slow. This position requires a couple that is comfortable with guests from all walks of life, prior event and hospitality experience, and a strong maintenance background for upkeep of this picturesque property. Please send your resume in a Word document to

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New York

EXPERIENCED DOMESTIC COUPLE NEEDED ASAP. A Westchester, NY based family is seeking an experienced domestic couple to assist with the upkeep of their home. The couple will work as a team to complete detailed housekeeping, household projects, cooking, driving, and vehicle maintenance. Applicants must be professional, have the ability to work without day-to-day direction, and should be looking for a long-term commitment. This is a live-in opportunity with competitive compensation. You must have prior experience with a private family or on a yacht. Please email resumes ASAP to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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I’m a responsible, hardworking and very cleanly person, seeking a caretaking assignment in the Spokane, WA area starting November 1, 2020. I’m easy to work with and am dependable. I love pets and have a delightful 6-year-old, well behaved pup who loves everyone! I work at Sacred Heart as a respiratory therapist in the critical care arena. I’d love to keep your home clean and safe in your absence. Best wishes, [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thursday, October 8, 2020

California

EQUINE AND RANCH CARETAKER NEEDED in Gridley, California. A beautiful, serene horse ranch located between Live Oak and Gridley is seeking one ranch caretaker for grounds, housekeeping and agriculture operations. Housing and utilities may be provided (studio room suitable for one person only) as part of the compensation. The job duties will include feeding the horses, stall and paddock mucking, turning horses out in pastures, move among pastures and barn, ensure the horse barn, pastures, water troughs, and surrounding areas are cleaned and maintained, horse care: feed, brush, apply halters and fly masks, facilities maintenance (fencing, gates, doors, water faucets, etc.), yard maintenance including mowing, weed eating, watering, quad operation, irrigation/watering, and some housekeeping. Must be drug free, with a clear background check, and good communication skills. Must have the ability to lift 25 – 100 lbs., and have the ability to twist, bend, kneel, and climb, and use hand tools. The work is primarily outdoors. The terrain might be slippery, wet, and/or uneven. Must safely operate an ATV/UTV. Must be honest, dependable, and reliable. Prefer previous equine experience, however all applicants will be considered. To apply, please email [Contact info available to subscribers] to make an appointment to visit the ranch and/or discuss compensation, qualifications, and living arrangements and also send your resume and information to the same email address. Thanks.

Connecticut

A CARETAKER POSITION IS AVAILABLE for a great estate in Greenwich. A family is looking to hire an experienced hands-on caretaker to oversee their very large property in Greenwich. The position can be live-in at the three bedroom guest house, including with the candidate’s wife and kids. This is an amazing expanse of 30 acres plus with manicured lawns and wild grass and requires an individual who enjoys nature and who is highly resourceful. Responsibilities include: systems and buildings maintenance (the two main residences plus a guest house), grounds management, mowing of grass, pool maintenance working on tractors, vendor supervision, vehicle upkeep, shoveling of snow. The caretaker will also be responsible for overseeing landscaping crews and other subcontractors. While not required, the ability to carry out some of the landscaping work is a plus. The compensation package includes a competitive salary, and private accommodations. This is a year-round position. To apply, please send your cover letter and professional resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks!

Idaho

WINTER HORSE RANCH CARETAKER NEEDED in Weiser, Idaho. Looking for a ranch caretaker starting January 1st through April 1st. Must have experience with horses (feeding, water, clean stalls, groom, turn out, feed cats, fix fences, etc.). Housing available. To apply, please forward your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oregon

MANAGEMENT TEAM OPPORTUNITY: Located 40 miles southeast of Crater Lake National Park our ranch has two miles of river front on the renowned Williamson River. We have a 25 year history of lodging and fly-fishing that attracts guests from all over the world. Senior owners are looking for the right team to assist managing all aspects of operation. Basic skills required: plumbing, electric, equipment, garden, computer, internet, housekeeping, and of course great people skills to accommodate and interact with guests. Two guest houses, with a total of eight beds. The busy season is May through September and requires full-time attention. The off season, October through April, is much slower. Compensation includes a 1,700 sq. ft. house, utilities, ranch lifestyle and a modest salary with an opportunity for performance bonuses. Please email resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

PART-TIME ANIMAL CARETAKER NEEDED in exchange for rent in Temple, TX. We live on a small ranch with many animals including horses, pigs, goats, chickens, dogs and cats. We are looking for someone to feed, water and maintain their living spaces, about four hours a day, five days a week. In exchange we will provide a private living quarters. It’s a single bedroom and bathroom, living room and kitchenette. Utilities included, plus a small stipend. If preferred, we can provide a private room in the main house, with its own entry and bathroom, and all utilities. Experience is a plus but not mandatory. We are looking for someone hard-working, diligent, trustworthy and highly reliable. Please reply by calling [Contact info available to subscribers]

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CARETAKER AVAILABLE. Will work in exchange for rent in the Emeryville, CA area. I will caretake, work on your property in exchange for RV space, preferably in a country setting. Am willing to travel. Am a hardworking carpenter, trustworthy and am a handyman and Jack of all trades Please call

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Tuesday, October 6, 2020

California

FULL-TIME RANCH AND ANIMAL CARETAKER COUPLE needed at a small farm/kennel in Camarillo, CA. Must live on our property. Housing and utilities will be provided, along with a salary of $50,000/year. Ranch vehicle will be available. Responsibilities include feeding, and caring for the animals (dogs, goats, and chickens). Responsibilities will include grounds maintenance, security, cooking, housekeeping and laundry. Owners are disabled and may need occasional assistance. Must have a background working with animals, monitoring animal appearance/behavior and reporting any issues. Looking for a couple to ensure the health and safety of the animals. Must have a valid California driver’s license. Must be non-smokers, dependable, hardworking, and honest and drug free. Able to work effectively with minimal supervision. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] for more info.

Florida

PROPERTY CARETAKER with their own RV needed year round in Loxahatchee, in Palm Beach County. Our five acre property with four RVs and needs a groundskeeper and light maintenance for approximately 10 -12 hours weekly in exchange for FHU, 50amp, Wi-Fi, cable and laundry. Prefer a single or couple long-term. Must be honest, and able to pass a background check. To apply, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Illinois

LANDSCAPING AND GARDENING HELP NEEDED on an enchanting property. Preferably a couple, family, or individual. Must be willing to relocate and live a peaceful life on our 150-year-old, 80 acre farm located one hour outside of Chicago. We are not commercial; it’s a relaxed environment with beautiful facilities. We have a natural spring pond, fishing, canoes, sand volleyball, tennis court, pavilion, wooded trails, farm animals, horse stables, and a loving, open-minded family awaiting the ones who want to become part of this caring team. Ideal backgrounds in: – Groundskeeping/Landscaping (weeding, mowing, maintaining and clearing trails, etc.) – Mechanical/Machinery skills (farm equipment knowledge; use and maintenance) – Handyman skills – Livestock experience (feeding; small number of animals) – Construction (mending fences, home projects, etc.) – Event planning like weddings In exchange, you will be provided with a house (separate from the main residence), free utilities/rent, and use of a vehicle. Quality of life – living the dream. Please email

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Minnesota

FULL-TIME MAINTENANCE/CARETAKER TEAM needed in Bloomington. A senior building in Bloomington needs a full-time team handling caretaking and light maintenance responsibilities. A two bedroom apartment plus salary provided. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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My name is Paul; I am seeking a live-in caretaker/caregiver position in California only. Age 73. I’m looking for a permanent or long-term job position or work exchange. Excellent references, and resume available. 30 years’ experience. House sitting, security guard, handyman, pet-sitting/care, house cleaning, house carpentry/maintenance, wall painting, gardening, grounds care, light food prep and cooking. Can run errands in town and country with my van. I have current driver’s license and car insurance. Smoke/drink/drug free. Quiet, able bodied, and reliable. Clean, quiet living quarters must go with above position. Available immediately. “The caretaker/caregiver with the caring touch”. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Australia

AN ONSITE CARETAKING COUPLE is required for a busy treehouse resort and restaurant in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. We require live-in after hour caretakers who are hard workers, have great customer service and a positive can do attitude. This ideally suits a couple needing accommodation with practical skills and outgoing personality. In general, the role entails mornings (6:30am – 8am) setting up the cafe area, delivering baked breakfast items for guests and opening up the reception area in the morning. In the evenings (4:30pm – 7pm) delivering meals to guests, late check-ins, answering after hours phone calls, clean and pack away laundry area, closing up cafe and reception areas and occasionally locking up and pack up cafe later in the evening after a wedding. Essential criteria includes excellent phone skills, basic maintenance skills for after hour’s call outs, efficient work habits, being flexible and willing to cover when needed. Desirable skills include: IT knowledge, prior experience in reception or cleaning departments, and RSA and First Aid certificates would be beneficial. No animals are permitted due to our location. This is a live-in position with amenities. There is a possibility of picking up more shifts for a wage top up. This position is two days per week. Please call for more information by calling [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

LOOKING FOR A PAIR OF RESPONSIBLE, NEAT, AND HARDWORKING PEOPLE to take care of a 4-acre oceanfront property in Islamorada, FL. Expected 20 hours/week of work between the couple, comprising roughly of 60% yard maintenance, 15% domestic cleaning, 15% small repairs, 10% various errands. Outdoor physical labor is expected year-round – good physical shape is a must. Compensation is a free rent of a lovely recently-built two bedroom cottage with all appliances and utilities included. There is no salary. For more details and to apply visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

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New York State home with acreage needed ASAP. Will house-sit, rent, rent-caretake, or consider rent with option. Professional working at home with five dogs and excellent references. All areas of Upstate NY considered. Home must be livable with working utilities, unfurnished OK, pet security deposit OK. No shared properties. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hello, I am loving awareness – that’s what my front car plate reads. I am mindful, kind, and skilled, honest, responsible, with permaculture design certification, edible landscape design, nontoxic yard /garden care. I can repot your indoor plants. I can process your garden harvest into the recipe you choose for canning, while I am house sitting for you. I can paint a room with nontoxic paint, to your specifications while I am house sitting for you, and oil woodwork. I am good with healthy animals, to be conversed about on an interview. I sing often, play music a lot and love nature. I have years of experience, and referrals. Your home and land will feel great to you upon your return. I am available for long-term appointments, paid modestly. Many Blessings, [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Virginia

FULL-TIME, MATURE CARETAKER COUPLE needed for a small estate (five acres) in Northern Virginia, near Washington DC. This place is a true Shangri-La with quiet, peaceful surroundings and on a private road surrounded by other estates and yet near anything you may want or need. Duties include caring for cars, property, pool, horses, etc. Must be neat, organized and non-smokers. Keeping house clean, laundry, ironing, some cooking and occasional dinner parties. Separate living quarters (700 sq. ft. apartment) on the property with free utilities included. Salary will be between $50,000 to $70,000 per year for the couple (depending on qualifications and references), with hospitalization a possibility. No children, but pets will be considered. To apply, please forward your resume and references to caretakergazette@gmail.com with “Northern Virginia Position” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes.

Tuesday, September 29, 2020

Montana

FULL-TIME CARETAKER NEEDED for a small, recreational ranch in Central Montana. Must provide comprehensive, year-round caretaking services for a small, recreational ranch owned by seven families in Stanford, MT. The ranch comprises 1,400 acres of contiguous deeded land adjacent to the Little Belt Mountains in the Lewis and Clark National Forest. The ranch includes a five bedroom lodge; caretakers home; several barns, shops and outbuildings; tack room and tack; corrals and fences; tennis/pickle ball court; trout pond; 15 +/- horses; and ranch related vehicles, tools and equipment-all of which are hereafter collectively referred to as the “buildings, facilities and equipment”. The ranch is used regularly by the owner’s families and guests for a four to five month period during the summer from June 1 to September 30, and is used intermittently in May, October and November. The ranch is closed for five months from December 1 to April 30. The ideal candidate would exhibit good interpersonal skills and welcome living in a remote Montana environment and possess a respect for nature, wildlife. Requirements: US citizen; valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record; ability to perform physical tasks, such as, but not limited to, lifting heavy items, bending, standing, climbing or walking; ability to perform usual and customary housekeeping tasks, lawn and yard maintenance, wood cutting and splitting, shoveling, building and fence maintenance, and operate tractor and hand and power tools; general knowledge of building maintenance and equipment use. Mechanical repair and carpentry skills are a plus, along with a general background with horses. Applicants must be personable, energetic, self-motivated and require little daily direction. Compensation includes use of year-round four bedroom furnished home with an attached two car garage plus utilities; use of the ranch pickup and gasoline for ranch related activities; plus additional salary and benefits to be determined, depending on qualifications and experience. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

FULL-TIME RANCH MAINTENANCE CARETAKERS needed at a 400-acre gentleman’s ranch in Pilot Point, TX. Couples welcome. Looking for a hardworking, pleasant, energetic couple to manage everything. There are several houses on the ranch that need maintaining, housekeeping, and home cooking, and gardening. Experience with horses, cattle, tractor work, haying, and preferably irrigation skills are needed. One home on the property will be used intermittently as a rental for a small number of guests, so B&B hospitality is expected and experience with Vrbo (or Airbnb) is a bonus. We are looking for a fantastic couple with a “jack of all trades” approach to maintain a ranch with beautiful homes. Housing is provided. Non-smoking required. To apply, please forward your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

FULL-TIME, MATURE CARETAKER COUPLE needed for a small estate (five acres) in Northern Virginia, near Washington DC. This place is a true Shangri-La with quiet, peaceful surroundings and on a private road surrounded by other estates and yet near anything you may want or need. Duties include caring for cars, property, pool, horses, etc. Must be neat, organized and non-smokers. Keeping house clean, laundry, ironing, some cooking and occasional dinner parties. Separate living quarters (700 sq. ft. apartment) on the property with free utilities included. Salary will be $50,000 to $70,000 per year for the couple (depending on qualifications and references), with hospitalization a possibility. No children, but pets will be considered. To apply, please forward your resume and references to caretakergazette@gmail.com with “Northern Virginia Position” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes.

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SKILLED GARDENER, COOK AND CARETAKER seeking free rent for my skills in the Bellingham, Washington Area. I am a skilled, retired and clean gentleman. I do not drink alcohol nor smoke tobacco. I am clean and respectful of people’s property. I am friendly to animals and can be a good animal caretaker. I am interested in swapping my services, including landscaping, gardening, painting, yard work, cooking, some adult care etc., for free rent in a large room in a clean country home. I do occasionally clam and sometimes will salmon fish. Photography is also another recreation of mine. I do have reliable transportation. I have taken care of a partially handicapped wife while her husband was working. I also took care of a 78-year-old man with MS until he returned home unconscious from a hospital and then passed away four days after he returned home. I did not charge any money nor did I receive money for my services. However, I had two days off each week. I am healthy and do not have any symptoms of the corona virus or any other ill health. I do have references. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, September 28, 2020

Arizona

WE ARE SEEKING A RELIABLE COUPLE for our four acre horse property in northeast Tucson, available early in 2021. We are here November through April, and then we and our two horses and two dogs leave for an Arizona mountain home. When we are here, the work averages 15 – 20 hours weekly, and much less when we are away. The setting is quiet and beautiful, with stunning views of the Catalina and Rincon Mountain ranges. The community is gated and is surrounded by horse ranches. Our immediate neighbors have donkeys that love treats. We are finishing the construction of a new separate open concept caretaker house with a garage, two bedrooms, washer and dryer and small storage room. It is just under 1,000 square feet of living space indoors plus a covered patio with mountain views. In the summer months when we are away you will have use of a gorgeous pool, barbecue and outdoor seating around a fire-pit. We provide all utilities year-round (internet, power, water, garbage pickup, heating/cooling). You must be totally nonsmoking, non-drinking and not users of any drugs, and must love animals! You must have horse care experience. Work consists of caring for two gentle horses, occasional dog sitting, cleaning our house when we are here, maintaining the pool, landscaping, drip irrigation, and the barn (horses are not stalled so the barn houses hay, tools and tack), taking care of equipment, and performing occasional home repairs and upkeep as needed. You should be able to maintain an ATV and manure spreader. No salary is provided. The job is perfect for a retired couple or for people 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. We have a year-round caretaker family at our mountain home and they have been with us for about four years and we consider them friends. Caretakers at our former Tucson home have also become friends and occasionally house sit for us at our current home. We would provide you with current and former caretaker contact information as our references. We look forward to hearing from you. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Australia

WE ARE SEEKING A CARETAKER COUPLE with their own van for about three months from late October in the Barcaldine, Queensland area. We will be away from the property from time to time for short trips with flexibility around the dates. Being a short drive on bitumen to the town of Barcaldine, we have excellent mobile coverage and easy access to everyday services in a friendly community. The location means that you can enjoy the expanse and isolation of living on a working sheep and cattle property, whilst in close proximity to a well serviced town. If you are a reliable, active, outdoor couple with your own van and currently located in Queensland, please make contact with us to discuss this as we have flexible requirements. We will provide a site for your van, free power and water, access to a bathroom and laundry, as well as a weekly retainer to undertake the agreed caretaking responsibilities (such as stock/water runs, supervising automated livestock feeding systems, watering the house garden and minor/light maintenance jobs). Please call

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New York

COUNTRY LIVING AND HORSIN’ AROUND. Looking for a strong, hardy, compassionate person to live on site and care for the rescued equines at Peaceful Acres – wonderful horses, donkeys, mules, minis and a friendly goat. Located in New York between Albany and Saratoga, our farm has rolling hills, beautiful views, barns and yurts. Cabin housing and a stipend included. A love for the outdoors and equine care is a must. Must have horse care experience and be able to drive a tractor to primarily participate in feeding and light maintenance. Please email

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Wednesday, September 23, 2020

Arizona

RANCH/FARM HAND/PROPERTY MANAGER NEEDED in Southern Arizona. A beautiful ranch home with horses, cattle, sheep, chickens and dogs is in need of a willing hand. The job entails feeding, cleaning up after and maintaining the animals. Also will require some property management, equipment maintenance skills and lots of projects. Salary depends on experience. This is full-time 40 hours spread over five to six days/week. Must be flexible on changing a weekly schedule and work well independently. A private two bedroom residence will be provided. Please send information on your skill set and experience. You can bring your own horse or ride mine. To apply please email your resume to

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Australia

COUPLE WANTED FOR CARETAKING WORK on our property near White Cliffs, New South Wales. We would like you to arrive on Friday, September 25th, we’d show you around on Saturday the 26th of September, we’d leave Sunday the 35th and we’d arrive back around Monday, October 5th. We are a family of six and a run 50,000 hectares station with sheep, cattle and goats the main enterprises. We are looking for a fit active and happy couple who are interested in experiencing an outback station life and willing to do some light duties such as checking waters and looking after gardens and domestic animals while we are away for a week or two. Previous experience would be helpful but not essential. For a longer term position, there would be a position for a qualified heavy machine operator and some station duties and also some domestic and childcare, both with flexible hours. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

HOUSE SITTER NEEDED for my three bedroom/two bathroom Napa home from the beginning of November through the end of December, while I’ll be out of the country. I have four cats which also will need to be taken care of – so I am really searching for a cat/house sitter. You will need to reside in my home and take care of my cats here. 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]

Colorado

CARETAKER AND DOG-SITTER NEEDED in the Colorado Mountains, near Keystone. This is a long-term opportunity for an active, dependable animal and nature lover. Could be an individual or couple with an outside income. Share our 10-acre ranch home, with walking distance to the wilderness all around us (please be aware that we are at 9,000+ feet above sea level here). A separate studio apartment will be exchanged for house sitting and being a helping hand with several of our beloved dogs when we are away. For more information, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

LIVE-IN CARETAKER NEEDED for an elderly lady in the Biscayne Park/Miami Shores area. Will provide room and board plus a salary to care for a single elderly lady who is recovering from a stroke. The room is in a two bedroom/one bath home with laundry. Her care will require cooking, bathing, and full care. The owner also has a cat and a dog. To apply, please call

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Minnesota

CARETAKER NEEDED for a rental property in Duluth. Looking for a trustworthy, responsible individual to be the caretaker of a small apartment complex in Duluth. The job will require mowing, snow removal, and a few other tasks and overseeing the property. Basic knowledge of plumbing and electricity a plus. The caretaker will need to make at least a two year commitment. In exchange we offer a free one-bedroom apartment with all utilities included. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Jersey

BASKING RIDGE AREA – House sitter needed from the day after Thanksgiving to right after New Year’s Day, to look after two dogs, two cats, three 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. Might need to shovel the front walk if it snows. 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]

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My name is Michaelangelo Rosario, I am searching for a caretaker position. I enjoy this type of contribution and with 30 years of experience, I truly wish to bring a high level of professionalism, integrity, and expected serenity into your home. I have hands-on experience in all phases of housekeeping. I cook, do formal serving, and personal fitness training with a security background. I am wonderful with pets and have worked directly with outside vendors such as landscapers and other tradespeople. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, September 21, 2020

Belize

LONG-TERM VOLUNTEER CARETAKER AND PETSITTER NEEDED on a four acre small Caribbean Island in Belize. It is possible to earn your living by renting out one cabin via Airbnb! Currently there are restrictions for entering the country. Please get updates on https://belizetourismboard.org or personal inquiry! We need a couple in good mental and physical condition, who feels confident living alone with a pig at our remote island in very simple environment ASAP. Frugal dealing with resources is required. Electricity comes from our solar system and drinking and using water from rain water harvest. Your job would be: being present at the island 24/7 and looking after and feeding Piggy, a free living, dominant and not castrated male pig, maintaining and controlling the water and solar system, cleaning the beaches and trails, moving some sea weed, watering the plants and other small maintenance jobs. In your spare time you could watch the sky, sunsets, dolphins and rays, explore the island, go snorkeling or fishing around the island, find meditation or yoga spots, or just seize the day. Accommodation is a little wooden beach hut with a comfortable queen sized bed, kitchen corner with two burner gas stoves, and basic equipment. There is no boat on the island. All supplies you need, you have to bring when you come in a hired motorboat from the mainland. There is no delivery service! Depending on the weather, there might be some sandflies. The shower is outside, along with a compost toilet. We have perfect conditions for snorkeling and fishing in shallow waters around the island. Weak Internet and cellphone service are available on the island! Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

FULL-TIME CARETAKER/RANCH MANAGER needed. A private ranch is looking for a full-time, year-round caretaker/ranch manager in rural Colorado on 300 acres near Gunnison. The property has three dwellings, a large workshop and barn, with two irrigated pastures. Need a caretaker with a combination of general mechanic, construction, and agricultural experience. Backhoe, tractor, and vehicle operation/maintenance required. Work requires road, pond, and river maintenance as well as pasture work with a large irrigation system. General household maintenance, repair and cleaning required. No livestock currently, but could be added in the future. Looking for someone who is a self-starter with the initiative and ability to research problems for a solution. The benefits package will include full-time housing available on the ranch, and a salary based on experience. References required. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Georgia

FULL-TIME HORSE FARM CARETAKER NEEDED near Athens, Georgia. Caretaker needed for a three horse farm in Statham, GA. This is a non-smoking facility. Must have a clean background. Must have horse knowledge and a calm and kind nature. House provided for the caretaker. Salary is commensurate with experience. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] for more info.

Utah

A HOUSE SITTER is needed in suburban Salt Lake City from the day after Thanksgiving until February 1 2021, while the owners are away. Must be a dog-lover too, as we have one small dog. We have 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. If interested, please write to [Contact info available to subscribers] and include references of your past house sitting and/or dog-sitting experience. Thank you.

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ARE YOU A PROPERTY OWNER who was adversely affected/impacted by COVID-19 and by default summarily left your property seeking refuge, and not intending to return? Are you consequently needing a highly qualified Property Caretaker to secure your property/grounds? I’m Michael, I’m actively seeking a position as a Property Overseer/Caretaker and or “light” House Manager with the potential to evolve into an expanded role. The position would consist chiefly of being an on-site presence providing unparalleled service, i.e. watchful/eagle eye on your high end property/grounds; offering exceptional/sterling and superlative care; safeguarding your coveted/prized property. The core internal duties would be general maintenance/upkeep, and cleaning to deep cleaning. Externally, it would potentially include light landscaping, snow removal; to be determined. Optimally, it would be year round but am open to a seasonal position. A skeletal overview of my aggregate experience (15 years +) includes being the Primary Caretaker for a mini estate pristinely maintained and presided over to a Houseman (New York City) and House Manager for a resort in the High Desert of California. Collectively, I’ve worked in a variety of disparate domestic related capacities rounding out the overview. I possess a certain Je Ne Sais Quoi replete with dynamism, worldliness and unequaled professionalism. Moreover, for your personal assurance I’m decidedly a non-smoker/non-drinker; the embodiment of “straight laced”/straight arrow, double degreed with a conservative sensibility. Open to all geographical locations, nationally or internationally. As a compensation package I’m seeking a minimal/negotiable salary with Live-In/Live-On premises either in the main house or Guest House. I can be reached at [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

Friday, September 18, 2020

Alaska

CARETAKER POSITION AVAILABLE at a fly in wilderness lodge that borders the Alaska Peninsula Wildlife Refuge. The caretaker position is from October 15, 2020 to May, 2021. The lodge is on an ice free river, so Trout and Char fishing can be done all winter, along with trapping and skiing. We are off the grid. We provide: a heated caretaker cabin, food, fuel, internet and salary. Please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] for pictures and more info. Must be self-sufficient, healthy and handy with small engines. Pets are welcome. Please send your references and work related skills and experience to

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Michigan

PROPERTY CARETAKER NEEDED ONSITE in exchange for rent. Looking for an older skilled single caretaker (possibly a couple) to live onsite and care for a small estate on Spring Lake, MI. The caretaker candidate would have access to a private small one bedroom/one bathroom cottage at no cost in exchange for ongoing care of the property following items: general handyman skills required, carpentry, home renovation skills a plus, lawn, tree cutting, painting, toilet kit replacement, general home care power wash, winterization and summarization, care of vehicles, and general repairs of all kinds. Must be able to use a smartphone for coordination of all tasks. The caretaker would be responsible for posting photos of work before, during and after jobs, take pride in their work and be dependable, be able to complete to do items in a reasonable time frame, be honest and trustworthy with excellent references, and have excellent organizational skills. The best fit caretaker candidate would be an over 50 single who takes pride in their work and enjoys a quiet private environment. We may consider a husband and wife arrangement in the event wife also would help with daily house chores, cleaning, etc. this could be discussed. This is a month-to-month renewable contract with longer term possible. If interested, please inquire via text with your resume/skills/history and text via [Contact info available to subscribers] Please do not call until an interview is requested. A full background check and excellent references will be required.

Oregon

CARETAKER COUPLE needed in Grants Pass. My wife and I (70’s) and our Labrador Retriever live in a beautiful and secluded 5,000 square foot log cabin located on 16 acres overlooking the Rogue River with an organic vegetable garden, fruit orchard and chicken coup. We have some health issues and we need a couple to take care of the property and keep our main house clean weekly. I enjoy kayaking and working on the property, but need additional help. We have a 1,500 square foot, two bedroom/den and two bathroom caretaker’s log cabin on the property for you to live in with a deck overlooking the Rogue River and our garden. This modern cabin has air-conditioning, washer/dryer, refrigerator, dishwasher and other amenities. We need about 25 hours/week or more of caretaking on the property and home cleaning. Other examples are lawn care, fertilization, weeding, trail/stair repair, and housecleaning. The caretakers unit rents for $1,600/month, so this would be covered by trading work for rent as well as an additional $500/month for work done at $20/hour for additional caretaking hours worked. We pay water, trash, cable and the caretaker pays utilities. Skills required: vegetable orchard gardening, power/hand tools, riding lawn mower, landscaping, handyman, carpentry, cooking, house cleaning, and caregiving. This position is perfect for a married couple with some additional income like military, pension, or social security who loves gardening with strong handyman and caregiving skills who wants to live on the Rogue River. You must undergo a thorough background check, have a valid driver’s license, and undergo a significant interview process to apply for this position. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Wednesday, September 16, 2020

Canada

WINTER CARETAKERS NEEDED at Glendale Cove, BC. We are seeking a seasonal caretaker couple to look after [Contact info available to subscribers], which is a privately-owned floating resort in Glendale Cove, Knight Inlet, British Columbia. The work months run from early October 2020 until the end of April 2021, although date flexibility may be required (start and finish dates). Our caretaker position is unique in that the winter months offer a high level of solitude and seclusion while working in a remote environment with minimal interaction. The Lodge is accessible by float plane and boat only. The caretaker couple should have a genuine desire to work together and be able to demonstrate having done so successfully in previous positions. Candidates should have a proven ability to work in a remote setting for an extended period of time. Experience in equipment, mechanical systems with the ability to monitor off-grid equipment including power, septic, fuel and electrical systems. Basic knowledge of technology including computers, cell phones, Wi-Fi, Internet research, and record keeping. Be physically fit with the ability to perform work in an outdoor environment with an ability to lift 30 to 50 pounds. It is a requirement to have a BC Boaters’ License and have experience operating small marine vessels in variable ocean conditions. Ideally, applicants will be local and familiar with the area. Friendly, good communication skills, organized, responsible, solid work ethic, self-motivated. Neat and clean appearance, and drug-free. Must be legally able to work in Canada and be prepared to sign a confidentiality agreement. Salary will be $2,400 per month (total, $1,200/each) for a couple. A discretionary performance bonus eligibility is also possible. Accommodation and meals are also included. There is satellite internet access, and there is a satellite phone for emergencies. We supply transportation by float plane from Campbell River to the Lodge in the fall and back to Campbell River in the spring. Unfortunately, pets cannot be accommodated. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

RV SITE ON PRIVATE PROPERTY on the East Coast of Florida (30 minutes south of Daytona). Free site, water and garbage, and up to $150 in electricity, in exchange for handyman, woman or couple working 20 hours per week on the property. Full hookup, 50 amp, provided. Some animal care involved. Feeding ducks and fish. There is a bumpy road coming in, but it is passable. RV’s up to 38 feet have been here. No drugs allowed. If interested, please send a note and references to email [Contact info available to subscribers] Background checks will be done.

Utah

SEEKING A GENERAL MANAGER/INNKEEPER for a five room B&B in Moab for the 2021 Season! This unique home has private Innkeepers quarters, and five guest rooms. We are proud to have 5 star ratings on TripAdvisor. Dedicated to green practices and organic food (solar-powered). A like-minded Manager is essential. We pay special attention to Zen/clean environment and beautification. Managers must have hospitality management and work experience, be in excellent physical shape, be the leader of the Team, and also provide cooking, cleaning, and maintenance skills as needed. This position is paid a salary over nine months, with winters off. Housing on site may be an option. No pets, No tobacco users, and no children. Resumes can be emailed to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Mature and experienced. Seeking a house sitting/pet sitting position. My name is [Contact info available to subscribers] I have been trusted for over 18 years with family homes and their pets. I have over 18 references that you can contact today. I am 47-years-old, traveling with my 10-year-old Australian Shepard-mix dog named Karma, who loves other dogs. College educated and I have owned three of my own businesses in the pet care industry from boarding to canine warm water therapy. We are looking for a mid to long-term (one month+ especially if out of NM) paid caretaking/house/pet-sitting position around Albuquerque/Santa Fe or a city close to the beach in the U.S. We relocated to NM from the mountains in Colorado, after eight years there. We can be available with 30 days’ notice. Please email me for resume and references at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, September 14, 2020

Australia

THE CARNARVON SPACE MUSEUM requires a caretaker couple with their own RV to assist our other couple to open and run our museum. You must be honest, friendly and outgoing. Duties will include: welcoming visitors, operate the museum, some cleaning, gardening and some maintenance. We operate on a three days on and three days off roster (subject to change). Free caravan site, power, water and small wage included. Need to start in mid-October. For further information please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

RV SITE ON PRIVATE PROPERTY on the East Coast of Florida (30 minutes south of Daytona). Free site, water and garbage, and up to $150 in electricity, in exchange for handyman, woman or couple working 20 hours per week on the property. Full hookup, 50 amp, provided. Some animal care involved. Feeding ducks and fish. There is a bumpy road coming in, but it is passable. RV’s up to 38 feet have been here. If interested, please send a note and references to email [Contact info available to subscribers] No drugs. Background checks will be done.

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Oregon

FULL-TIME RANCH HAND/CARETAKER NEEDED in Maupin, Oregon. Help needed to feed cows/calves (between 30 to 50), maintain fences, secure property, and other ranch maintenance. Salary will be $3,000 month, and housing is a possibility for the right candidate. To apply, please email your resume to

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Panama

CARETAKER NEEDED for [Contact info available to subscribers] This is a full-time job for a cat lover. Los Mininos ([Contact info available to subscribers]) is a purpose built sanctuary near Boquete. Responsibilities include: provide food and water, clean litter boxes, sweep, wash down floors and walls with disinfectant, clean bowls and beds, laundry, inventory supplies, maintain grounds and infrastructure, other. Must also be able to figure dosages, administer meds orally and by injection. Must be fluent in English (speaking, reading, and writing). Intermediate level or higher Spanish helpful. Must adore cats! Seeking a self-starter who can work well with little supervision. Previous veterinary or cat sanctuary experience helpful. An on-site one bedroom apartment in exchange for partial salary will be provided, if interested. Salary commensurate with experience/capability, and consistent with local wages. Absolutely no drug or substance abuse allowed. A drug test is pre-requisite for employment. Please email your letter of interest or resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

FULL-TIME LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER POSITION AVAILABLE for an experienced non-smoking female, who is fluent in English with a vehicle and references. Private room with bathroom and separate entrance in gated community in Williamsburg, Virginia plus work at riverfront historic property one hour away. Salary is $16/hour. Room rental is separate. Please email

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Wyoming

ON-PREMISE INNKEEPER AND CHEF COUPLE NEEDED for a unique Inn/B&B property in the Jackson-Wilson area. The location is near the Snake River at the base of the Grand Tetons, where there are year-round outdoor activities. The couple must have comparable experience living in a mountain destination. Requirements: one must be an experienced B&B innkeeper with at least four years managing at least eight rooms and three team members. The other must be a professional, upscale, trained, farm-to-table chef. Both must be outgoing, polished, live an active outdoor lifestyle, embrace green ethics, are destination-oriented, and can handle very high occupancy. Event management experience is essential. The highlight of your day should be receiving profuse thanks from guests, returning from adventures, for the guidance you provided. Benefits: salary of $75,000, depending on experience, 1½ days off per week, a one-bedroom apartment, and a month off during shoulder seasons. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity! Please submit your resume by emailing

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Mature professional writer seeking a caretaking/house sitting position ASAP on a small farm in Tennessee. References available. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, September 9, 2020

Australia

HELP WANTED in tropical North Queensland at [Contact info available to subscribers] We are a lovely little quiet campground situated near Cooktown, access is bitumen all the way. Looking for a positive, happy, easy going couple with their own motorhome to join our team. Probably required for about four to six weeks. Free powered RV site provided in exchange for light duties, cleaning bathrooms and gardening. We are pet friendly. We have a licensed restaurant that runs only two nights per week (Thursday and Friday). Which is a favorite with locals. Lots of great fishing spots and easy access to Cape Tribulation if you have a 4WD. We are a family run business, and have a caring loving atmosphere. If this sounds like your cup of tea, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

BARN MANAGER/HOUSEKEEPING/RANCH HAND (COMBINED POSITION) NEEDED. We are currently a private guest ranch for friends and family, looking for a qualified individual to work and live at the ranch full-time. The ranch is located in Rand, Colorado. The individual we are looking for will need to wear many hats throughout the year as acting Barn Manager, being responsible for Guest Services and assisting the Ranch Manager with various tasks consistent with those of a Ranch Hand. The ideal candidate should possess good communication and interpersonal skills, exemplary attention to detail, and have a strong work ethic with the ability to work both autonomously and as a team, alongside the Ranch Manager and other ranch employees and associates. This position reports to the Ranch Manager. As Barn Manager, the candidate will need to possess extensive equine experience as he/she will be responsible for herd and barn management (cleaning of stalls/pens/runs, maintaining equine equipment and facilities, working with horses, knowledge of equine wellness and overall care, leading trail rides for guests, etc.). Guest Services responsibilities will consist of greeting visitors upon arrival, cleaning interior and exterior of cabins/lodge/owner home, hot tub maintenance, seasonal projects, assisting guests as needed, etc. The candidate will also need to have an experienced skillset for Ranch Hand tasks and responsibilities and willing to take direction from the Ranch Manager regarding these tasks (fixing fence, general maintenance, clearing trails, running equipment/tractors, skid loader, etc.). Winter months are spent removing snow, general ranch maintenance, etc. Summer months are spent haying, cleaning barns, landscaping and irrigation projects, deep cleaning of cabins/structures, etc. Longer summer hours are also necessary during hay season. Some weekends, year-round, require guest services for snowmobile rides, horseback rides, cookouts, etc. We are looking for an individual that is up for the challenges of this combined position, is trustworthy, takes great pride in their work and will be a good steward of the land. Salary will be competitive. There is a lot to care for and equally as much to enjoy! To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] (note, that’s a zero before @)

New Mexico

EXPERIENCED HORSE CARETAKER COUPLE to live on property in Santa Fe County. Our awesome caretaker for the last few years is retiring. We’re searching for an experienced individual or horse couple with extensive equine experience. Please reply only if you’ve recently worked with horses and have extensive history around horses. The horse care exchange includes a Guest House 25 minutes from Santa Fe, NM, and $500/month stipend. A beautiful one bedroom with kitchenette, bath, 600 sq. ft. provided on a 20 acre property adjacent to 15,000 acres, with tile, high ceilings, radiant heat, Wi-Fi, and natural light. It’s a peaceful sanctuary for retired, work at home, nature types. There are four horses with feed times 5½ days/week, two times a day at 7am and 6pm. A few hours per day for all work including grooming, blanketing, mucking, etc. but we require individuals who are not away from the property a lot. Partial weekends covered by others. Pets okay. Non-smoking. One year commitment. Security deposit is $850. Professional references are required. Our current caretaker will serve as your reference for us. Kindly send your resume and letter of interest to [Contact info available to subscribers] Position available starting fall 2020 or possibly sooner. References are required.

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CARETAKER AVAILABLE in Flathead Valley, Montana. Highly respected, twenty-two year officer of the Colorado State Patrol, retired. Possess a strong work ethic with a diverse background that supports the highest level of residential property care and personal security. Extensive experience in all aspects of Mountain Resort Management. Accomplished horseman. Available to work as an individual or as part of a husband and wife on-site management/property caretaker team. Please email

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Tuesday, September 8, 2020

Alaska

HOUSE SITTER NEEDED for the winter! A house sitting couple or single needed for our 2,000 sq. ft. mountain home in Fairbanks North Star Borough. Beautiful views, wildlife, privacy and quiet. Dog lovers a must for our three dogs. We go south from mid-December through early April. Need caring folks experienced with home ownership/care, indoor plants, hot tub maintenance, and heating with wood stoves and plowing the driveway. We have a lovely home with a large master bedroom, and a huge kitchen. House and all utilities paid in exchange for watching over our home and taking care of our dogs. References and background check required. No smokers, other pets or children, please. For more details, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

FULL-TIME RANCH HELP NEEDED at the [Contact info available to subscribers] in Conroe, TX. Must have knowledge of horses, fence building. The salary will be $500 a week (or $300 a week and live-in accommodation provided). To apply, please forward your resume to

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Washington

AN ORCAS ISLAND [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for live-in help. Our highly rated small boutique Inn and Farm is looking for a couple to clean rooms and do farm chores. Owners live on the property. The primary duties are cleaning and preparing rooms. Also, helping guests, whatever needs to get done. Must be energetic, very responsible, work independently, have good communication skills, be detail oriented and have housekeeping experience. Must be active, healthy, and non-smokers. We are providing a one bedroom apartment on the farm, including all utilities in exchange for farm and garden chores. An hourly wage will be paid for cleaning. Enjoy the beach, garden, kayaks, animals and living on a waterfront farm. This job can be shared as in the busy season we need more than one person on the farm as back up. Hours fluctuate as winter is a slow season. To learn more and see photos, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] and then if interested, please email your cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] This is a great opportunity for the right couple.

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Ready, Willing+ Able. Single healthy man, 60, seeking a paid live-in property caretaking position beginning Fall/Winter 2020. I’ve been farming summers – Ski Patrolling winters, ready for a change. I have a lifetime of garden, greenhouse, nursery, livestock, grounds keeping, and maintenance experience on rural properties. I’ve always cared for places as if they were my own. I’ll beautify your place, I plant flowers! Self-starter, detail oriented, hard worker. Prefer western US. Willing to make a long-term commitment in the right situation. Remote properties OK. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks!

Tuesday, September 1, 2020

Alaska

A REMOTE ISLAND NEEDS A CARETAKER near Kodiak, AK. An old cannery needs a caretaker to hangout and keep the vandals away. It’s a good place to wait out the Covid pandemic. Applicants must be in good physical health and condition. The hunting and fishing are amazing (Halibut, Salmon and deer are plentiful here) and this is the only private property on the island. Must be mechanically inclined, chainsaw savvy, familiar with generators and small engines. Pay is room and board only. Please email

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Australia

A TOWNSVILLE DISTRICT SMALL FARM, in northeastern Queensland, is offering a powered site with town water for a single person or couple with their own caravan or motorhome in exchange for a few hours help per week with watering, gardening, mowing, and occasionally feeding chooks and sheep etc. This is a great place to be based to explore the Townsville region, close to amenities, and 10 minutes from a shopping center. Dump point and en-suite toilet on site. Prefer that you stay for two weeks minimum. If you’re in the area, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

CARETAKER/CONCIERGE COUPLE needed for a High End Guest/Working Ranch near Steamboat Springs, Colorado. The couple will be responsible for grounds and building maintenance, housekeeping, kitchen and provisioning assistance and concierge service. A background in high-end mountain guest ranch hospitality is preferred, with snowmobile, winter sports, fishing and shooting experience helpful. Must be dedicated, honest and flexible with an eye for detail. Must be able to work with minimal supervision while meeting the needs of the ranch owners, managers, and guests with a positive and fun attitude. This is a long-term position that is full-time for both people from approximately May 1st until October 15th each year. Full-time for the man and part-time duties for the woman during the winter. Competitive salary/benefits and year-around housing available for the right couple. Please send a joint cover letter, separate resumes and photos to [Contact info available to subscribers] and reference job #

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Unencumbered 57-year-old woman returning to school near Reading PA seeks a housesit, rental, or other living arrangements in the wooded countryside. Camper, cabin, etc. Just a small space to sleep and study. Albany Township, Berks County or any comparable area within 40 minutes of Sinking Spring, PA. Also late June 2021 I will be seeking the same in Centre County: Haines Township, Ingleby. Winter 2021/22 Texas. Kindly call me for personal references, abilities, and with ANY information you may have. Airbnb has taken any possibilities off the market. Thank you,

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Monday, August 31, 2020

Arizona

EXPERIENCED, PART-TIME, ON-SITE CARETAKING COUPLE WANTED in Sonoita, AZ. We are seeking a mature and physically capable couple well-seasoned in the care of horses to join us at our beautiful rural ranch in the mountains of Southern Arizona. The work includes taking care of equines and some smaller animals – feeding, removing manure, safe operation of tractor, cleaning and filling water tanks as needed, and other animal care duties such as healthcare as needed, holding animals for vet or farrier, etc. This position requires that workers have significant recent equine care experience, and are open to learning our methods of care specific to each animal’s needs. Heavy lifting is required, as is the ability to be responsible, dependable, detail oriented, able to work independently once trained, able to follow directions, able to see and hear, and to communicate. We also have a vacation rental property so our ideal candidate would be capable of very detailed commercial cleaning (to include new COVID best practices) between guests. We require workers to be tobacco and drug free and we cannot have heavy alcohol consumers around the animals. We are a peaceful, quiet ranch and are seeking a couple who gets along well who can work together or separately. Handyman skills are a plus. The work is part-time. We request 22 hours/week in animal care in exchange for housing/utilities, or if you have your own RV, the exchange is 12 hours/week for site space and utilities. Additional work may be available depending upon your abilities, and cleaning is a paid position. We’d appreciate serious inquiries only from those with experience. As mentioned, this is not a “can learn” job because we do not have the ability to monitor a trainee on a daily basis after a two week training period. Please let us know if you have questions. If you are interested and meet the guidelines mentioned, please email us with two work references to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you for your interest!

Australia

THE [Contact info available to subscribers] situated in the Riverland Area of South Australia is seeking a person or couple to take on light duties at the club in return for a free caravan site for the duration of the appointment. Duties would include, but not limited to: mowing, weeding, watering, security and other minor tasks as necessary. In return a caravan site for your travel trailer would be made available along with access to showers, toilet, and kitchen and clubhouse facilities. This would be ideal for a retired or semi-retired person or couple. Please mail applications in writing to [Contact info available to subscribers] or for more info please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

CARETAKER (PREFERABLY A COUPLE) WANTED to maintain a large property in the Santa Margarita, California area. No children please. Must be a mature, responsible person(s) with previous caretaker experience with references. A credit and criminal check will be ordered for each applicant. A mobile home is provided with utilities included as well as a small monthly payment. The ideal person(s) will be a can do person(s) who is trustworthy, is in good health, has good communication skills and is drug free. Your responsibilities will be maintaining the property, keeping the main house clean, irrigating and maintaining plants, keeping grounds and drains clean and free of weeds and debris, and keeping the property secure. Previous experience with basic handyman repairs, basic carpentry and plumbing skills, maintaining irrigation system and housekeeping skills required. Experience operating a blower, chainsaw, and weed whacker are also required. Please send your resume and references via email to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Idaho

CARETAKER(S) NEEDED in Midvale, in Washington County, Idaho. We need someone to live on our seven acre view property, in our RV or yours and take care of the general maintenance of the property. You will be responsible for yard and garden work, repairs, clearing the driveway in the winter, and maintaining tools and equipment. We have all of the tools and equipment (tractors, mowers, etc.). This would be perfect if you want to get out in the country. Must have references and be non-smoker and have no pets. Housing and salary provided. We are looking for a long-term arrangement. Compensation will be living quarters and $1,500 maximum US tax deduction for dedicated home offices for self-employed workers. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Pennsylvania

LOOKING FOR A NEW START? We have an immediate opening for a full-time live-in caretaker and handyman for a local business and development company in Swiftwater, PA. Gentleman preferred (as living quarters provided are with men), no drugs, and a small pet is a possibility. Diverse duties include overall general building maintenance, janitorial services, keeping of the grounds, light carpentry, painting, etc., although the duties will increase as pending projects require. Room and board provided, as well as hourly wage, which is negotiable as per your level of experience. Checkable references are required. Please email

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If you need a capable experienced house sitter/caretaker, look no further. I’m your man. Dependable. Physically fit. Hard working. Affable honest mature. Two degrees, Ivy League graduate. Will lovingly care for your pets, animals, plants as if they were my own, and keep your house and grounds clean shipshape and secure. Gardening experience. Handy with tools/repairs. Non-smoker, non-drinker. No meds. Have car, will travel. Prefer assignments for two to three months or longer. My philosophy: Whatever the task I give it my all. Impeccable references. To start the conversation please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thursday, August 27, 2020

California

VIEW [Contact info available to subscribers] in Clear Lake, CA at [Contact info available to subscribers] Looking for a Manager/Caretaker (preferably a couple, non-smokers) to manage a small Log Cabin Resort located on 500 feet of pristine lakefront property. This is a full-time year around opportunity. Benefits include lodging, utilities, Wi-Fi, and a negotiable salary. Must have your own outside income (social security, pension, dividends, etc.). A cat or small dog is allowed. The job requires someone knowledgeable in groundskeeping, basic electrical and plumbing, and familiar with well pumps. Cabin cleaning after guests is required and can get very busy during the peak rental season. If interested in Caretaking/Managing this charming 5-acre Gated Estate with three Rustic Log Cabins, separate Luxury Guest Suite, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] with your resume and references to begin processing.

Florida

LIVE-IN NEEDED AT [Contact info available to subscribers] in Fort Myers, FL. An 80-year-old woman needs three meals, monitoring meds, assistance onto her scooter from the walker, and taken to the clubhouse from 1:15pm – 5pm daily. Return for TV then dinner and tea. Afterwards in room for the evening. Lois gets showered every three days. You get free room and board, groceries delivered, Wi-Fi plus $100.00 weekly. Keep a tidy house, laundry, speaking English is preferred. Three months; if agreeable then a year’s commitment. Owner stays in the 3rd bedroom intermittently. Off time 1:30pm-4:30pm/7pm-10pm, paid leave when owners are on site. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] immediately. Pool hot tub sauna gym adhere to club rules. Drug, alcohol and Covid free.

New Zealand

WE ARE CURRENTLY SEEKING AN EXTRA SET OF HANDS on a dairy farm situated near Kurow in the Waitaki District, starting ASAP. This could be a couple, or friends travelling together. We are ideally looking for people who have milked cows before, or fed calves, can ride a motorbike and have their own transport. Shared accommodation on the farm provided, with other backpackers who are also currently working on the farm. We operate a drug free workplace, and you must have a current valid work permit to be employed. If this sounds like something you would be interested in giving a go and you have a really good work ethic and are a quick learner, then please text or call us on [Contact info available to subscribers] We look forward to hearing from you soon, Mark and Kate

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Caretaker available. Will work in exchange for rent in the Bay Area. I will caretake, and work on your property in exchange for RV space. Preferably in a country setting. Am a hard-working carpenter, trustworthy, a handyman, and Jack of all trades. Am looking for a place in the country around the Bay Area. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, August 25, 2020

Australia

CARETAKER WANTED for a cattle property in South Burnett, Queensland, located 60km from Kingaroy. The property is about 2,000 acres with about 600 head of cattle. Duties will include checking the windmill, water troughs, solar panels, and putting out some supplementary lick if the drought continues. For approximately 10 hours a week in return we offer a caravan site with free electricity, water, shower, toilet and laundry, plus free use of basic facilities in the cottage kitchen. Some paid work is available if you’re interested. Need a caretaker for a minimum time of three months. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more details.

Colorado

RANCH HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED in Allenspark, Colorado. Our [Contact info available to subscribers] housekeeper will assist the staff in all aspects of their job. The housekeeper will help keep the lodge clean, turn over cabins, do all student and guest laundry keep ranch bathrooms clean and stocked, and keep all hospitality areas organized. The housekeeper will report directly to the Hospitality Manager. Essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: greet our guests, students and other guests with a smile and express a genuine appreciation for them, follow state safety regulations based upon your job and for the rest of the ranch, follow all ranch standard guidelines, sweep, mop and vacuum floors in the lodge, dorm rooms and back rooms regularly, clean and fold student and guest laundry in a timely manner, responsible for maintaining housekeeping and ensuring that the lodge and cabins stay clean, help clean, strip beds, turn over and stock cabins before guests arrive in the cabins, assures all bathrooms and showers on the premise are kept clean and stocked with soap, paper towels and toilet paper, assist in putting away deliveries when necessary, keep an inventory of any cleaning supplies, bathroom supplies or cabin supplies, complete any cleaning tasks brought to you by your supervisors, and assist the Hospitality Manager in any Bed and Breakfast related tasks. Must be willing to complete a medical exam after hire and able to lift up to 40 lbs. and stand on your feet for up to four hours at a time. Will need the availability to work most weekends and some evenings. Salary will be $12 per hour. To apply, forward your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Illinois

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Pennsylvania

CARETAKER NEEDED. We are looking for an experienced, hardworking, responsible Jack-of-all-trades to help us manage our rustic 30 acre facility in Bucks County, PA (outside of Philadelphia). Duties and responsibilities will include electrical, plumbing and carpentry work as well as field maintenance and painting. Every day is different. The caretaker will live on site in our one bedroom/one bathroom cottage (it is heated, has air conditioning, has a kitchen, etc.). The cottage also has a working fireplace and overlooks a small pond. Full background checks will be required. Please email your resume and salary requirements to

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CONSIDERATION APPRECIATED. I was raised on a ranch and have been working full-time on a ranch since the age of 16. For over 21 years I have gained the experience and knowledge needed to run a successful working ranch. It is very important to me to have a good relationship with my employer, employees, neighbors, and affiliates. I work well both independently as well as with others; being a self-starter and motivated worker allows for the job to get done proficiently and efficiently. I believe that there is more than one way of doing things and my ability to adapt allows for room to learn and expand my abilities. I enjoy raising cattle and take pride in my role of the process in bringing quality beef to the tables of the American people. My experience shows that I have been involved in all aspects of ranch work, it is my way of life, and I take care of a ranch as if it were my own. Above all else, I am a Servant of our Lord Jesus Christ and He comes first in my life. I am called in the ministry and sharing of the gospel of Jesus. If you are reading this and are interested please feel free to call me,

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Monday, August 24, 2020

Arizona

EXPERIENCED HORSE CARETAKER with their own RV needed at a beautiful location in Southern Arizona. Seeking a single or couple who are well versed in horse care and ranch duties for part-time caretaking. Feeding, watering, manure removal, doctoring, weeding, etc. Manual labor, heavy lifting required. Must be able to work independently, be self-motivated, able to follow directions, and able to get along with others. Exchange 12 hours/week of work for RV space with full hook-ups, laundry and shared Wi-Fi. You must be self-contained, as we have no extra bathroom for your use. Only pets that fit in your RV are permitted. There is a possibility of extra paid work depending upon your abilities. This would be great for someone with their own (legal) side income. No tobacco/drugs/heavy alcohol use permitted. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Mexico/Texas

SEEKING A CARETAKER COUPLE for a Southern New Mexico and West Texas location. Caretaker couple needed for a 100-year-old third generation family ranch in Southern New Mexico/West Texas (between Guadalupe Mountains National Park and Carlsbad Caverns National Park). This opportunity includes a $50,000 annual salary for the couple, paid time off, housing, utilities, and truck for work use. Hours are five days/40 hours a week with additional hours/days as needed during owner visits or emergencies. Housekeeping: -Provide immaculate housekeeping for six homes of varying sizes. -Coordinate with owners regarding grocery needs. Shop for food and supplies. -Special housekeeping and home organizing projects. Groundskeeping: -Total lawn maintenance and pest control for five acres surrounding guest homes. -Orchard care. -General maintenance and troubleshooting for the houses. -Maintain/service of the owner’s vehicles, work vehicles, mowers, and four-wheelers. -Special groundskeeping and maintenance projects. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

DUCK CARETAKER NEEDED at a [Contact info available to subscribers] in Huntington, in Chittenden County, Vermont. We are currently accepting applications for two live-on farm duck caretakers at our 1,300 acre Regenerative Vegan Re-Wilding Farm and Sanctuary. A six month minimum commitment is required, with preference offered to ethical vegans and those able to commit to one year. We observe strict COVID practices (leave the farm for essentials, practice social distancing and wear masks when out, wash hands first thing upon return, no/limited guests, no out-of-state guests without prior permission, etc.). Much of the work occurs inside our large, insulated barn, and some will occur outdoors as weather permits and ducks can go outside. Qualifications include compassion for animals and great attention to detail. The job is physical, and applicants must be able to lift 50#s. These positions require that you live on our permaculture farm, and work a minimum number of hours per week in exchange for very nicely furnished farmstead accommodations which include, heat, electricity, Wi-Fi, harvests from the permaculture orchard, and a small monthly stipend. Further education can be arranged outside of duck caretaking in exchange for assistance in the permaculture system. You can apply for the in-residence internship or the live-on farm part-time position. For full job descriptions and application instructions, please see our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] Please read the application very thoroughly. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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PERSONAL CHEF – PROPERTY CARETAKER. Twenty-one years of providing exceptional service to highly successful clients. Experience includes: private chef, kitchen management, hospitality/tourism, event planning, marketing, gardening/landscape, pet/horse care. Interested in hot spring resorts, spiritual/healing retreat centers as well as private properties. Possess a strong work ethic, kind-hearted, holistic living and integrous. I travel with a handsome, gentle, elderly registered therapy dog (Border Collie). Seeking private housing or full RV hook-up in the western states. Seasonal or long-term, salary negotiable. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Friday, August 21, 2020

Colorado

A SMALL LUXURY BED AND BREAKFAST in Morrison, Colorado is looking for a live-in housekeeper/caretaker. Job duties include cleaning rooms (toilets, tubs, floors, sinks, making beds, dusting, etc.) and restocking (like a hotel), doing laundry with destaining, washing, drying, folding and putting away. Cooking breakfast and checking in guests. When we are slow, we have you work in the office, help with maintenance, etc. Includes a small room with some storage, futon bed, private shared kitchen, private shared bath, flat screen with direct TV and Wi-Fi (there is a computer room to use if you don’t have one). We supply everything: linens, pots, pans, plates, glassware, silverware, pillows, blankets, laundry soap, cleaning supplies, paper towels, paper plates, even toilet paper! No electric, no Wi-Fi, no heat, no trash, no water, no monthly bills, nothing! All you need to bring is your clothes. Don’t even need a car. No commuting and sitting in traffic. Just get up and get to it. Once trained you will basically be self-managed and make your own schedule. It’s about $14/hour, including room and board, some meals, supplies, etc. Oh, you also get breakfast the days you work. Sorry but no kids or pets. If you are a desk job type of person, you probably won’t like this job. If interested please mail your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] Please, no calls.

Connecticut

SHARE THIS PARADISE WITH ME. Explore one of the most beautiful, but unknown parts of the country. In historic, Sharon, CT, our 240-year-old stately home probably housed early patriots. Sharon itself is beautifully protected with its famous town green. Help us maintain our very special 26 acres of gardens, meadows, woods, fields and stream. We open our home to short-term guests and special events. There are many ways to share your talents and interests. A charming small apartment and lots of open space are available in return for basic maintenance plus salary for extra work. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] and include your phone number.

Texas

WE ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEER CARETAKERS who can park their RV at our Coastal Operations Center (Coop) and Volunteer Campground at [Contact info available to subscribers] starting in September 2020. The Coop features RV hookups, showers, and an outdoor picnic pavilion to make your volunteer experience convenient and comfortable. Take advantage of this opportunity to camp at a world renowned birding hot spot in exchange for 30 hours of service per week conducting tasks such as monitoring sanctuaries, greeting visitors and selling day passes, equipment maintenance, grounds keeping, sharing information about our bird sanctuaries and more! This is the inaugural year for our RV Volunteer program, so you will also play a part in helping us hone and craft this opportunity for future volunteers. We are looking for volunteers with knowledge of birding (do not need to be experts, but must be interested in learning more about birding and sharing that information with the public), as well as skills in basic home maintenance. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information. Thanks.

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020

Australia

CARETAKER COUPLE WANTED from early October until at least the end of November, could go longer depending on length of harvest. We have a hotel in the Thallon area in the Shire of Balonne, Queensland. Duties will include bar work, kitchen (cooking and preparation), cleaning of rooms and hotel common areas, staffing off site coffee/food van, attending customer needs in the hotel, general store/post office, and other general duties as they arise. It will be necessary to get your “hands dirty”, be energetic, and have the ability (at times) to work long hours during the harvest period. Wages will depend on circumstances (accommodation needs), but will be paid as per current award rates. Australian applicants can ring the hotel at [Contact info available to subscribers] for further info. Thanks.

New Mexico

RANCH CARETAKER NEEDED in Torrance County, New Mexico. A cattle ranch in central New Mexico is looking for a caretaker. This position can vary based on abilities and experience. The owners are not absentee, so if you are looking for absentee owners please don’t call. Housing is included with a couple of stalls. The house is one bedroom and probably won’t work for a couple with kids. You can work with all levels of experience. Not a rope and drag, whip and spur outfit and must be able to leave your dog at the house. The closest Walmart is 80 miles away, but if you are tired of all the Covid stuff, this might be a good change of pace. House, utilities, and a base salary included. Must have prior job references. Non-smoker preferred. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oregon

LOOKING FOR AN ENERGETIC COUPLE with their own RV, with excellent people skills to help with a private family campground, doing maintenance, landscaping, cleaning the club house and rest rooms, in return for free RV space rent and utilities. We are 10 minutes from Eugene on the beautiful Fern Ridge Lake. Minimum commitment through September 30 required. If you are interested, please email your resumes and a photo of your RV to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include “Oregon Opportunity” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes.

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Professional Estate Manager/Property Caretaker position desired. Broad expertise: Property Caretaking, Trades, Operations Management, Logistics; project research and management, contractor/vendor procurement and supervision, systems maintenance, groundskeeping and landscape management, business communications and record-keeping. Reliable, responsible, resourceful; discreet, hands-on, organized, technology proficient, and detail driven. Turnkey self-starter. Professional references/recommendations available. Please email

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Monday, August 17, 2020

California

EXPERIENCED CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED for part-time work on a small ranch in Paso Robles, CA. We are seeking a stable, experienced couple who are interested in a part-time caretaker position in exchange for housing on-site (a one bedroom barn apartment) and access to the use of our ranch property. The property is 20+ acres, fully fenced and cross-fenced, in rural East Paso Robles, yet only five minutes into the town of El Paso de Robles. Our neighbors are all vineyards and it is a very peaceful place to be with amazing vineyard views. There is a main house on the property which is being used as a seasonal vacation rental. The work around the main house involves mainly landscaping and grounds maintenance, light exterior home maintenance (blowing leaves, sweeping, straightening outdoor furniture) between guests, fence maintenance, and irrigation maintenance (winterization). Specialty tasks like after guest cleaning and pool maintenance are handled by a professional cleaning and pool service. Ranch experience desired: irrigation tractor maintenance (John Deere), Landscape: weed abatement/whacking, tree pruning and care, seasonal fruit picking, fire break maintenance, rodent abatement (mainly ground squirrels), barn/fence maintenance, dirt road maintenance (patch holes). Must be familiar with the care of chickens, collecting eggs, feed and care. Assistance with other ranch duties as time allows. Wood work, light carpentry opportunity for paid work may arise depending on your skillset. In exchange for your part-time work, the position includes on-site housing in a one bedroom barn apartment, with utilities included: water, electricity, Internet access, and access to use of the land with the owner’s permission (grazing animals, growing some vegetable crops, etc.). Must live on-site, and you can bring your livestock and pets with permission. There will be a background and references check. To inquire, please email an introductory message and resume highlighting the past caretaker experience(s) you have had to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Connecticut

SEEKING A LIVE-IN ASSISTANT INNKEEPER. The [Contact info available to subscribers] located in downtown Wallingford, CT is a five suite boutique B&B. We are looking for an energetic, detailed orientated self-motivated individual to join our team and work with our full-time Innkeeper and other staff. Experience in all aspects of Innkeeping, cooking, cleaning, hosting, greeting guests, etc. Compensation to include a furnished one bedroom apartment on premises with all utilities included and an hourly rate. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Mexico

POSITION AVAILABLE STARTING IMMEDIATELY in Santa Fe, NM. Our awesome caretaker for the last few years is retiring. We’re searching for an experienced individual or horse couple with extensive equine experience. Please reply only if you’ve recently worked with horses and have extensive history around horses. The horse care exchange includes a Guest House located 25 minutes from Santa Fe, and $500/month stipend. A beautiful 600 sq. ft. one bedroom with kitchenette and bath will be provided, on a 20 acre property adjacent to 15,000 acres, with tile, high ceilings, radiant heat, Wi-Fi, and natural light. It’s a peaceful sanctuary for retired, work at home, nature types. There are five horses with feed times 5½ days/week, two times a day at 7am and 6pm. A few hours per day for all work including grooming, blanketing, mucking, etc. but we require individual(s) who are not away from the property a lot. A full day and half a week are covered by others. Pets are okay. Non-smoking. One year commitment. Security deposit is $850. Professional references are required. Our current caretaker will serve as your reference for us. Please have extensive recent horse experienced. Kindly send your resume and letter of interest to [Contact info available to subscribers] This position is available immediately.

Oregon

HELP NEEDED. We have a house sitter/cat caretaker position open from September 7th through September 22nd in Portland, Oregon. For more details, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Available October 1, 2020 in the northeastern Florida region. Trustworthy confidante capable of helping arrange your affairs. Tech savvy personal assistant and organizer. I dabble with personal history and photo archiving. Available for legacy projects and Swedish death cleaning. Pleasant kind and sturdy 63-year-old household manager available for meal preparation, shopping, errands, and advocacy. I have 30 years culinary, followed by personal assistance to C-Suite clientele. Former household manager/personal chef to a retired global brand vice president of North America. Stellar references. Seeking 30 plus hours per week, with arranged time off. Desire a live-in post with negotiable salary. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, August 12, 2020

Colorado

SEEKING AN EXPERIENCED, FULL-TIME, LIVE-ON-SITE RANCH MANAGER or ranch couple at the [Contact info available to subscribers], a 2,800 acre private ranch in Glendevey, Colorado. This is a remote location, 50 miles south of Laramie, Wyoming. Must have at least five years’ experience running a ranch, haying, irrigating, taking care of the large owner’s lodge, running cattle, winterizing buildings, taking care of ranch horses, snow removal, fencing, and hiring help for the summer. Must be organized, a self-starter and Jack-of-all-trades. This is a privately owned ranch used during the summer months by the owners as a getaway. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Room and board provided, with all utilities included, in a fully furnished spacious two bedroom apartment. Applicants must have references, as we will do a background check and contact all references. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Idaho

HOUSING TRADE AVAILABLE FOR SOME GENERAL HORSE RANCH CARETAKER HELP in Meridian, east of Horse Park. This would be the perfect opportunity for a retired “Old Shepherd” with lots of “Common Sense” with part-time income, retirement income or otherwise, which doesn’t interfere with ranch duties. Must have your own transportation. Need someone who understands that things need to be done in a consistent timely manner. Looking for a person who can follow instructions and work 18 – 20 hours a week. General ranch caretaker help – varied duties as needed, such as: tending, cleaning stalls and feeding horses, occasional help with fences or landscaping, watching out for horses, etc. Keeping your eyes open for problems. Moderate lifting of hay bales necessary. You must be OK with cleaning horse stalls and watering the horses. Must be able to work five days. Must be able to provide propane for heating, and cooking in the RV living quarters. No space heaters allowed. The RV has air-conditioning for summers. No minors or pets please. References required. Being a US military Veteran is a plus. This is a non-smoking environment. Your own RV can be hooked up if you have one. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Ohio

GENERAL MANAGER NEEDED in Geneva, OH, for an upscale, high-volume Bed and Breakfast Inn, which is open year-round and includes bed & breakfast lodging, day spa, restaurant, and events. A combination of Innkeeping and F & B management experience is needed. Couples and relocation candidates from within the region will be considered. We are looking for Great Lakes living experience. Requirements: At least three years of Innkeeping or Bed and Breakfast experience as an Innkeeper or General Manager of at least 10 rooms and 10 staff; at least two years of Food and Beverage Management Experience in an upscale hotel/inn setting with responsibility for a restaurant as well as banquets and events; good tenure; and the ability to execute the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) based on the book “Traction”. Benefits: Base salary in the $60,000 to $65,000 range, bonus potential, on-site housing, and relocation assistance is available. To apply, please submit your resume to

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New Mexico

MATURE AND CAPABLE PERSON OR COUPLE NEEDED to care for horses, cattle and dogs at [Contact info available to subscribers] located in western New Mexico. You will need to perform maintenance and other miscellaneous ranch duties. Housing and all utilities provided. References requested. To apply, please email

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Texas

WE NEED A COUPLE with their own RV who will be willing to volunteer as ranch sitters/caretakers/camp hosts. [Contact info available to subscribers] in Cleburne, TX is a 350 acre ranch that is a gorgeous Recreational Campground that sells annual memberships and has just recently opened to weekend campers from Wednesday afternoon until Sunday afternoon but annual members can come as often as they like. This is a unique position, unlike many other camp hosting positions. Your hours will be Thursday, Friday and Saturday (you must be flexible on hours), as the hours will vary depending on weekend bookings. You will have four days off (Sunday – Wednesday). Members pretty much know what they are supposed to do but you will need to be willing to meet and greet them as they sign in. The property is gated 24/7/365, and members have a code to enter. We need honest, flexible and reliable hosts! You must also be financially stable because this job doesn’t pay. There are also projects on the Ranch if you like to stay busy but not required. We are located 16 miles from Walmart, Kroger, H.E.B, and about 20 – 25 miles from Albertsons and many other stores and restaurants. The property is directly on the Brazos River and there are 66 campsites. You do not have to clean sites unless you’d like to help with weekly maintenance on

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Campsites line the river for 1½ miles of water frontage. We have a herd of 70+ deer on the property, 30+ turkeys and no telling what you might see here. No hunting! Full hookup and utilities provided for your RV. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] and I will get back to you as soon as possible. We need a couple beginning March 1, 2021 until mid to late September 2021! On your off days you can fish, kayak or enjoy other parts of beautiful Texas. Your hours will cover your full hook up site! The best cell phone signal is AT&T or Cricket, as Verizon does not work unless you have a cell phone signal booster, no Wi-Fi.

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I’m a small town guy from Tennessee looking for opportunities. Easy to get along with and a hard worker. I have a little experience with tacking and cattle, and looking to improve that. Will relocate anywhere, but will need room and board. I’m single so it’s just me. For more information, please call

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Friday, August 7, 2020

California

CARETAKER/MANAGER. ARE YOU READY TO LIVE ON A LAKE WITHIN THE NEXT 30 DAYS? You must be a couple for this caretaker position: Retired preferred. Since the perks outweigh the pay, you must have your own outside income (social security, pension, dividends, etc.). You will live year round on one of the most beautiful pieces of property in Lake County with 500 feet of lakefront on Clear Lake, California’s largest natural lake, 19 miles long. Please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] for photos and more information. This is one of the best bass fishing lakes on the West Coast! Located 2½ hours north of San Francisco. You will manage and care for a four-unit estate on five acres that normally is busy less than ten weeks a year, but due to Covid-19 has been the busiest in 50 years as people are trying to get away for a few days. Only 17 minutes to the town of Clearlake but far enough away to give you the most peaceful and quiet setting. Nonsmokers, no alcohol, cat or small dog is okay. Must have good handyman, landscaping skills and good credit scores. If you are the type that likes to keep busy each day and especially on your own time schedule, do not pass up the opportunity to check this fabulous property out. Housing and salary to be discussed depending on your skills and your qualifications. If you would like to live on five private acres without major expenses, this is the place. Single individuals need not apply. Interviews will be conducted on the property. Please email or fax your resume, listing all of your handyman and landscaping skills, outside income explanation, and current references with addresses and telephone numbers to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Zealand

FARM WORKER NEEDED ASAP in Turangi (a small town on the west bank of the Tongariro River, on the North Island Volcanic Plateau). We are looking for someone in NZ to help with calving and milking for about four weeks starting ASAP. This job is for one person only so it’s not suitable for couples. Free very basic accommodation provided. A bed can be provided if needed but you will need your own bedding and kitchen equipment. You must be hardworking and reliable and willing to work at a variety of tasks with some early morning starts. You will need a vehicle to get to town for groceries etc., as well as a NZ working visa, IRD number and bank account. Pay will be $18.90/hour. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask by calling

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Vermont

SEEKING CO-MANAGERS for a Holistic Eco-Retreat Center, Organic Farm, and Conscious Community in Vermont. This is a year-round residential position at a stunning, secluded, 120 acre organic homestead/retreat center, with ponds, gardens, trails, woods, fields, hills. Vegetarian, spiritual community of three to six residents focused on personal growth, meditation, and conscious communication. Requires integrity, self-discipline, clean living, skills in business management, digital marketing, homesteading/farming, winter living, building maintenance, housekeeping, cooking, retreats, and community living. Includes a private cabin, food, utilities, internet, $500/month starting, plus the opportunity for a business co-ownership. Two month training/trial period and two year commitment. Cannot accommodate children, dogs, pot smoking, or debt. To learn more, please visit

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LIFE COACH FOR THE ELITES. LIVE-IN COMPANION AVAILABLE. French single lady, licensed massage therapist, Healing Arts Tao Tantra Practitioner Healer on the Path, personal assistant chef, property/Inn/Airbnb/Resort Spa Manager. Detox Quit Coach Retreats. At your service! Will travel/relocate. Excellent references available. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thursday, August 6, 2020

Alaska

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Maine

SEEKING A LIVE-IN MANAGER for a 12-room Inn located right on the picturesque Kezar Lake with views of The White Mountains in Lovell, Maine. Responsibilities involve management of staff for front and back of house. This position involves someone who wears many hats and is able to do whatever it takes to ensure guest satisfaction as well as grounds and property maintenance. Knowledge of Resnexus and Square POS and computer skills is a plus. The right candidate should be proactive, people oriented and have strong work ethic, be service focused, energetic and have keen eye for attention to details. Benefits include a one bedroom apartment on the property, salary will depend on experience, a potential year-end bonus, and vacation. Interested candidates should please email your cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] and include references and availability.

Massachusetts

CARETAKER NEEDED. [Contact info available to subscribers] serves thousands of girls, volunteers, and groups at our beautiful camp facilities. We now have an opening for an on-site Caretaker at [Contact info available to subscribers] located on eight forested acres in a residential area in Reading, MA. The on-site Caretaker is a non-salaried position with the understanding that the value of housing is in exchange for caretaking duties performed. The Caretaker will be allowed to live rent-free in a cozy one bedroom, one bath home located on the property and be expected to provide caretaking services at a minimum of 20 hours per week. Caretaking duties include: Check-in/out Girl Scout Troops and other groups authorized to use the premises; provide security by patrolling buildings/grounds; arrange for repairs; perform some minimal maintenance; ensure year-round site access; prepare buildings to include cleaning of cabins and tent sites, snow removal in the winter; and assist at special events. Background checks, including a pre-placement physical, are required. Must be able to lift/move up to 50 lbs. To be considered for this opportunity, please email your cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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PROPERTY CARETAKER WILLING TO WORK in Felton, Aptos Hills, Corralitos, to Aromas, CA. Would like to find a private small cabin, cottage, granny or guest house, large studio, mobile home (single wide type), livable barn, or any honest place to call home for my dog and me. Looking for a yard for my dog to be safe, and a positive work exchange for all or part of any rent and or pay for my skills, building maintenance and repairs. Handyman, ranch hand – animal care, property caretaker and more. I’m willing to work non-skilled jobs, and willing to provide excellent care of all your home and property needs. I have references and I am ready for a place to call home ASAP and hope to find an honest property owner that will agree to an honest work trade/swap that will be of a benefit to both of us. I’m an honest senior man with a very well behaved, very friendly, and legal service dog. For more info please call me so we can talk at [Contact info available to subscribers] (no text). Thank you very much.

Monday, August 3, 2020

Australia

A CARETAKER ROLE IS AVAILABLE for a cropping and livestock farm located in northwest New South Wales, near Lightning Ridge. This is a great opportunity for an experienced farm caretaker to live on site and manage a mixed cropping and livestock operation. This role will suit a mature and active person or couple with a rural background and previous farm management experience. The caretaker will be responsible for the maintenance of all property, fences and buildings, operation and maintenance of farm plant and equipment (including pumps and water supply to the property, as well as tractor and plant machinery and other farm equipment), all aspects of sheep and beef husbandry, fencing and general upkeep of infrastructure around the farm, assisting other animal care staff with the day-to-day care and welfare of all animals onsite (dogs, cats and horses), and involvement in the seeding and harvest season of broad acre crops. A competitive remuneration package is on offer for the successful applicant, commensurate with experience and qualifications. A family sized farm house accommodation is provided with easy access to schools. If you think this position suits you, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for further details.

New Mexico

Washington

SEEKING A RESIDENT GENERAL MANAGER TEAM. A full-time residential Motel couple is needed for a smaller motel in a College town in Eastern Washington State. Searching for a “Team” with experience in the hospitality industry with a creative, strong work ethic, detailed, passionate and motivated for superior guest experience. The property is non-chain owned. The job requirements include all aspects of operations, staff development, guest satisfaction, hiring and firing, property maintenance, and cost control. Seeking a “can do” attitude couple to join our team. Hiring for this position now. Let’s talk about this new experience and see if it’s a fit! Please send your resume and salary requirements and general questions to

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Wednesday, July 29, 2020

Australia

CARETAKER SINGLE/COUPLE WANTED for the [Contact info available to subscribers] in the Stirling Ranges area in the Great Southern region of Western Australia from now for an indefinite period. We require an hour of cleaning per day and some camp hosting. You must have your own van and you can stay for free on a powered site. Some payment will be made as well. Need a positive attitude and a smiley face. The nearest town is 50 kilometers away and the nearest regional city is Albany, 100 kilometers away. You can check us out on [Contact info available to subscribers] and then if you would like to apply for this caretaker position, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED – LONG TERM on a ranch on 43 acres in the Sierra Nevada Foothills in the town of Grass Valley, Northern California. Duties for the man will include yard maintenance, handyman work with electrical and plumbing skills, ranch/tractor work. Duties for the woman will include cooking, housecleaning, laundry and caring for my disabled husband while I am away. Will trade work for rent in a lovely small mobile home, plus a wage, negotiable. Time needed: approximately 16-18 hours per week from the man, and 18-20 hours a week from the woman. Experience and references required. Please send your age, photo and work history to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Hello there, my name is Chase Mercer. I am 24-years-old and I am looking for a ranch position. I grew up on a small cattle farm in southern Illinois. We raised sheep and goats as well and showed in all surrounding county fairs. I am good with my hands and I learn very quickly. Have experience in fixing and putting up fence. I’m handy with a welder and a wrench and currently working as a machinist and looking to make a change. I’m willing to travel wherever the work is desired. I am a greenhorn with not much experience in ranching but I would like to begin my journey and follow the path that God has left for me. Please text me at [Contact info available to subscribers] Hope to hear from you soon.

Monday, July 27, 2020

Australia

HELP WANTED on our Macadamia and Avocado Orchard in Blackbutt, a small town in the South Burnett Region of Queensland. We require the assistance of a person /couple to scare cockatoos from our orchard in the early morning and dusk, when the manager is not available. In return we offer a shady parking site for your RV or motorhome with access to power, water and bathroom facilities. The duration of stay is flexible – three weeks to three months, with a start ASAP. For more information, please call

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California

FULL-TIME CARETAKER COUPLE needed. Seeking an experienced, motivated couple to live on and care for a recently purchased family owned ranch deep within the Sequoia National Forest, in Johnsondale, CA. The immediate goals for a caretaker are to ensure the property is well looked after, assist the owners with oversight of multiple cabin remodels, and help maintain and enhance the property. Depending on permitting timing, in 2021 the role will grow to encompass managing between two to five Airbnb rental cabins and a potential small campground about a mile from the cabins. We are accepting applications immediately for a September, 2020 start date (or sooner). The ranch has 320+ acres, is an off grid property, 100% surrounded by the Sequoia National Forest, with a fully paved gated forest road access, including a gated two mile private paved road. At out 5,000′ altitude, the summer temperatures are mild, and for all four seasons of the year, the weather is perfect, sunny, and dry. There are multiple large waterfalls and stream flow in and out of the property. There is a private trail access to Kern River and world-class fishing, and 30 minutes from the nearest neighboring privately owned land. There are several cabins and shops, a helipad and helicopter hangar, and corrals (but no horses at the moment). Job qualifications and duties (including but not limited to): maintenance of all rolling stock ranch equipment (tracked skid steer, brush fire truck, UTVs, etc.); maintenance of on-site HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, solar, generator, fueling, camera, internet systems; greet future Airbnb cabin rental guests at forest service gate; winterize irrigation systems as necessary; maintenance of trails, roads, and fences on property; landscape maintenance including trees, shrub maintenance, firewood splitting, sprinkler systems, etc.; care and feeding of a small number of horses that may come later; care for other small animals or garden that we may bring on later; plant annuals and maintain perennials around property; possible future pond maintenance; cleaning guest cabins after guests stay; pick up mail and shipments at neighboring ranch; work weekends and some holidays once the cabin rental business is established; assist with other ranch duties when needed and as primary duties allow; and keep the road accessible with snow plow or skid steer snow blower. The couple team must live on-site and be comfortable living in the mountains year round in an isolated environment. The property is about one hour from the nearest school or place with cell phone reception, and two hours from the nearest city large enough to have a Walmart. Need to be able to work alone, but also be comfortable taking direction from owners. Must have valid driver’s license, pass periodic drug tests. A strict background check and references required. The job benefits include on-site housing, utilities, phone, and internet paid for, an incredibly beautiful place to live, the house is clean, well kept, is directly on a small trout stream with gorgeous views, company pickup truck, Polaris Ranger, and fuel card, flexible budget to acquire equipment as needed, competitive salary negotiable depending on experience, weekly and yearly vacation time off, beautiful location for living, riding, and fishing, and nobody else on the property for many days/weeks of the year. Complete solitude. You can have your own horses or pets on-site if you have them. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] It is helpful to include a cover letter.

Montana

WE HAVE TWO POSITIONS AVAILABLE in the Fort Shaw, MT area: a ranch job and a caretaker job. The ranch job offers top wages and a great opportunity for the right couple. We are looking for long-term, goal oriented people. This position requires travel to different ranch locations and the ability to self-start. You would be living about 50 miles from the home ranch, but required to work at various locations – home ranch, summer pasture, etc. This position is not just a ‘cowboy’ job. So, if you think that all that is required for ranching is sitting on a horse, please do not apply. There is calving, feeding, fencing, spraying, doctoring and various other things to keep a ranch running. Welding and CDL a plus but not a necessity. The caretaking job is mostly just being on the ranch and a little light ranch work in exchange for a nice house with utilities provided and a place for one to two horses. We provide housing, utilities, and beef. Salary depends on experience. Please reply to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Professional resort property manager and RV resort campground manager looking to make a change. Will consider private estate management, Innkeeping, house sitting and caretaking minus heavy lifting, heavy machinery or the expectation that I personally do the repairs and fence building! Have managed resorts with pools, multiple recreation buildings, construction projects, remodels, housekeeping, food service and held full financial responsibility. I’m open to location. I’m very courteous, positive and pleasant. I’m thinking outside the box with this change. I hope you will too! Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Professional and experienced caretaker available for hire short or long-term. Property management, bed & breakfast innkeeping, and hotel management experience, including some maintenance, gardening and vineyards, landscaping, fence building, and animal services. Available for large households, properties, farms, inn, or hotel. Western states only please. Available now. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] to schedule a meeting.

Thursday, July 23, 2020

Colorado

LIVE-ON RANCH ASSISTANT NEEDED. A large working ranch property (6,500 acres) north of Vail, Colorado has created a new position for a Ranch Assistant to live on the property and handle a variety of physical, hands-on management and maintenance tasks. The ranch owner would like to hire a professional with excellent trades skills (carpentry, basic plumbing and electrical, welding, etc. all a plus) who is comfortable working around horses, livestock, and other members of the team. The successful candidate should be knowledgeable in many areas of ranch operations and management, such as: irrigation and water systems, including creeks, desalination, etc.; vehicle upkeep, servicing, and maintenance; and upkeep of trails and roads. Must be licensed to operate heavy farm and ranch machinery and vehicles. Basic proficiency with computers, smartphones, tablets, email, etc. required; additional technology skills and ability to perform basic troubleshooting a plus. To be considered, you should have five to ten years of ranch experience. This position will involve physical labor and requires the ability to lift and handle heavy machinery, materials, and livestock. Excellent compensation offered, depending on experience, with benefits (including paid live-on accommodations); relocation available. This role is full-time and year-round. To be considered, please apply for [Contact info available to subscribers] Immediate interviews via videoconference available. Qualified applicants will be contacted.

England

HOUSE SITTER needed for our beautiful ancient longhouse in Devon with lots of land, a stream, and log fires. House sitters are needed for the month of November, as we like to travel and are optimistic that the Covid-19 will have diminished enough to allow travel or a vaccine will be available by that time. Need someone to look after the house and two small well-behaved dogs. 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 in the past – always good. House sitters will need their own transport or we have bikes – the nearest town is 2½ 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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Maryland

AN ELDERLY COUPLE in good health seeks a hands-on single caretaker or couple to help them be as independent as possible in their lives. They live in a large 7,000 sq. ft. home on two acres in Annapolis, which they will share with their caretaker(s). They are looking for someone without any “baggage” who is/are honest, helpful, very organized, and nonsmoking. These caretakers will be replacing the caretakers hired a year ago. Responsibilities will include driving, companionship, cooking, laundry, and light housekeeping. This is a professional couple who are still very active and social; they go out to dinner a lot. If you have a pleasant personality and would love to improve the quality of life for two very special people, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience and includes benefits. To apply, please email your resume and references to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include “Annapolis Opportunity” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes. Thanks.

New Jersey

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A HOUSE SITTER from September 1 – October 1, 2020 for our home in Jersey City, NJ. This will just be an exchange of your house sitting service for the living space in our home – no pay involved. You should be comfortable with city living. Our home is in a quiet urban neighborhood and has a small garden which will need some watering if we get into a dry spell. We are close to shops, restaurants and other stores. The house sitter’s primary responsibility will be to look after our home and care for our two dogs while we are away. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] if you are available and please provide checkable references.

Vermont

LAND STEWARD NEEDED for an organic farm/homestead and retreat center in Vermont. This is a year-round residential position co-managing a stunning, secluded, 120 acre organic permaculture farm/homestead and retreat center, with ponds, gardens, trails, woods, fields, and hills. Vegetarian, spiritually oriented community of three to six residents focused on personal growth, meditation, and conscious communication. Requires integrity, self-discipline, clean living, commitment to self-awareness, plus skills in northeast organic gardening, homesteading, building and equipment maintenance, forest management, animal care, wood stoves, winter living. 2-month training/trial period followed by 2-year commitment. Includes a private winterized cabin, food, utilities, internet, and $500/month after trial period, plus business profit sharing. To learn more, please visit

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Monday, July 20, 2020

Australia

POSITION AVAILABLE FOR A LOCAL CARETAKER COUPLE interested in gardening and cattle. The property is located in the Gloucester District of New South Wales. For further information, please call

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California

NEED A LONG-TERM LIVE-IN ASSISTANT INNKEEPER COUPLE to help an existing live-in Innkeeper couple for the romantic 16 room [Contact info available to subscribers] in Elk, CA. We are looking for an energetic, outgoing couple who enjoys nature and the outdoors. You love creating magical, memorable experiences for guests and are meticulous in attention to detail. You are great under pressure and able to multitask. You enjoy Innkeeping alone and also as a team, are self-motivated. As a team player, you are able to seek to understand and then to be understood, working out problems and issues with patience and grace. We expect that you come with experience in B&B operations (or boutique hotel operations), especially hands-on experience in housekeeping, laundry, cooking, and guest operations. For maintenance, we are looking for experience with all kinds of around-the-house tasks. If any one of you have the Spa Therapist/Masseuse skills it would be killer combination. For the right candidate, there is no limit on compensation. Incentive and profit sharing will be part of the compensation. Once we receive your resume, a video or audio call will be scheduled and then you will be invited to come and stay with us for a week to access if we are cut for each other. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Canada

SHORT-TERM CAT/HOUSE SITTING opportunity available. We need someone to stay and farm/house sit for about ten days starting around the last week of September. We live in Gillam, a small town on the Nelson River in northern Manitoba. We are near the Hudson Bay Railway line. You can stay here for free, sightsee in the area, but be here enough hours in the day to keep our cats company (there are two of them). Please email

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New Jersey

FULL-TIME, LIVE-IN CARETAKER, HOUSE MANAGER, AND NANNY needed in Long Branch, NJ. We have an immediate need for a live-in caretaker for a full family. Candidates must be warm, caring, and patient, organized and have experience with children, cooking and managing a busy household. Must also be willing and/or experience with helping family member with health/special needs and be willing to stay overnights, including weekends. Duties will include: managing all aspects of household, including organizing schedules, groceries, cleaning and laundry; taking care of one child, including play, bedtime, feeding and changing; cooking, including special needs diet; caretaking for family member going through recovery; and errands and personal assistant duties. Weekly compensation will be provided. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Property Manager/Caretaker/Assistant/House sitter Exhausted (LOL), highly competent, COURTEOUS property manager by profession seeking to translate those skills into a more personal, less stressful, peaceful environment. (I know it exists!) LOL. I am open to a diverse job description in exchange for a wage, living accommodations and energy at the end of the day! I’m adventurous, don’t mind isolation, LOVE the outdoors, and am open to locations. You will LOVE me! Short-term and long-term okay. I look forward to meeting you! Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Friday, July 17, 2020

Alabama

HOUSE SITTER/GARDENER needed in Helena, a suburb of Birmingham, from September 15 to December 31, 2020. In addition to our three bedroom/two bathroom home, we have beautiful gardens, so we are looking for a house sitter to maintain both our house and gardens while we are away. The climate of Helena is typical of the Deep South. Our private house, including utilities, is offered to stay in for free in exchange for about two 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. Last year, we received many house sitter responses from our ad in The Caretaker Gazette – but not from house sitters who are able to do our gardening work. We would appreciate hearing from house sitters who would also enjoy some of our landscaping work out in our beautiful garden area. Must be a non-smoker/drinker, with no pets, or children. Please email your interest and reasons for wanting to take this house sitting assignment, let us know your gardening background, and include your references to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

Alaska

STILL TIME TO VISIT ALASKA for three months, from mid-July to mid-October. We will provide an OW Air miles ticket, a place to stay, and some basic food. In exchange for assisting an older couple with yard work, carpentry projects, and dirt/road work. Applicants will need experience with chainsaws, power tools, yard machines, some heavy equipment, ATV’s. Common sense, physical fitness, cheerfulness, positive energy and good work ethic a must. There is an opportunity to earn a wage after 25 hours per week. Background check, minimum of two references, work experience. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

FULL-TIME ONSITE PROPERTY CARETAKER POSITION AVAILABLE NOW in the Gold Country of northern California. Typical duties will include: maintaining the residence, maintaining the grounds, keeping the grass cut and the landscape maintained, repairing any issues that arise with the property, daily communication with the property manager and owner, checking for damage, cleanliness, electrical and plumbing issues and any appliance and structural discrepancies, repair and painting of windows, walls, doors, etc., as necessary. The caretaker responsibilities are that you must look presentable, must have excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, have at least one year of property management or maintenance experience, and have a high school or equivalent education. A current driver’s license/ID and registration is required. For more information, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oklahoma

RANCH HAND/CARETAKER NEEDED. We are looking for a mature individual who has horse and cattle experience as well as maintenance/landscaping experience. We are a small performance horse ranch that specializes in team roping. We need the day-to-day chores done: feeding, watering and taking care of livestock as well as mowing and weed-eating (during the season) and general maintenance and up keep of the ranch. We are looking for a long-term person. If this is something that you may be interested in please text [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks.

Texas

RANCH SITTER/CARETAKER COUPLE with their own RV needed in Cleburne, TX. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a 350 acre Ranch that is a gorgeous recreational campground that sells annual memberships and has just recently opened to weekend campers from Wednesday afternoon until Sunday afternoon but annual members can come as often as they like. We need a couple who will be willing to volunteer as ranch sitters/caretakers/camp hosts. This is a unique position, unlike many other camp hosting positions. Your hours will be Thursday, Friday and Saturday (you must be flexible on hours), hours will vary depending on weekend bookings. You will have four days off (Sunday – Wednesday). Members pretty much know what they are supposed to do but you will need to be willing to meet and greet them as they sign in. The property is gated 24/7/365, and members have a code to enter. We need honest, flexible and reliable hosts! You must also be financially stable because this job doesn’t pay. There are also projects on the ranch if you like to stay busy but not required. We are located 16 miles from Walmart, Kroger, and H.E.B. And about 20 – 25 miles from Albertsons and many other stores and restaurants. The property is directly on the Brazos River and there are 66 campsites. You do not have to clean sites unless you’d like to help with weekly maintenance on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday (that will be your option). Campsites line the river for 1½ miles of water frontage. We have a herd of 70+ deer on the property, 30+ Turkeys and no telling what you might see here. No hunting! You can learn more at [Contact info available to subscribers] will get back to you as soon as possible. We need a couple ASAP until mid-late September or longer if possible! On your off days you can fish, kayak or enjoy other parts of beautiful Texas.

Wyoming

A HIGH MOUNTAIN NORTHWESTERN WYOMING RANCH seeks a year-round caretaking team. The ranch contains 4,000 acres consisting of river-bottom meadows and upland range which supports a summer grazing operation. The successful candidate must have demonstrable experience in guest services, improvement maintenance, horsemanship skills and care, land stewardship and ecology, and effective communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, health insurance, 401(k), house and utilities. Please submit resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Wednesday, July 15, 2020

Alaska

WINTER CARETAKER NEEDED for a remote sport-fishing Lodge in the Wood-Tikchik region of Southwestern Alaska. Qualifications: -Hardworking, self-sufficient, positive attitude -Safety minded and responsible -Physically fit without underlying health issues -Mechanical experience with small engines, snow machines, outboard motors, chain saws, etc. -Snow machine and boating experience -Chain saw / wood-splitting experience -Prior off-the-grid/ remote living experience preferred -Drug free Dates: August 2020 through May 2021. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] for a complete job description and compensation info.

Texas

WHAT’S YOUR PASSION? Unique opportunity available for a couple or single person seeking a great place to live and work in the Texas Hill Country on a destination property. Skilled Carpenter/Cabinet maker? There’s a complete woodworking shop full of vintage/antique projects. Creative landscaping passions? Property has nine acres that we are looking to add pathways, fencing, fountains and another Gazebo sourced from Antique Corn cribs. General maintenance or housekeeping skills? There’s 11 structures from a 1910 farm house to our newly restored (on site) 1952 Vintage Spartan RV. Ideally looking for full-time, but have had amazing workcampers/live onsite couples working less days. Furnished apartment for full timers and two RV sites – FHU/free washer/dryers plus compensation depending on skills and work schedule. Team members must be physically able and motivated to perform tasks. Animal lovers a must. We are energetic and able to work right there with you. We request references from you and can provide references for you from our “like minded” returning team members. These team members had great skill sets, attention to detail, and took pride in their passions. Our business of 29 years is continuing to grow and we are excited to find the right fit for all. What’s your passion? Please share your resume and how you feel we can meet each other’s objectives. Please email your resume to caretaker@caretaker.org and please include “Texas Hill Country Position” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes.

Utah

BOUTIQUE HOTEL GENERAL MANAGER needed for a beautiful property in Moab, UT with 85 rooms. Candidate must be familiar with Moab and yearn to live in a small town with a huge summer season and world-class national parks. We are shifting gears and looking for an Innkeeper rather than an hotelier. Systems and numbers are important but personalized guest service and guest focus are paramount. Relocations candidates are expected. Requirements: Day-to-day operations; 50-room or more experience, supervise housekeeping, front office, and maintenance; handle scheduling, vendor relationships, and hiring of new employees; grow RevPAR in collaboration with the Front Office Manager; ensure positive Yelp reviews; forecasting, budgeting, and adherence to policies; have at least two years in a General Manager position; have a hands-on leadership style and on-call when needed. Benefits: Salary $50,000 to $55,000; Healthcare package; Housing available; Performance-based bonus. Please submit your resume to

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LIFE COACH FOR THE ELITES! French single lady, licensed massage therapist, Healing Arts Tao Tantra Practitioner Healer on the Path, personal assistant chef, property/Inn/Airbnb/Resort Spa Manager. Detox Quit Coach Retreats. At your service! Will travel/relocate. Excellent references available. Please contact

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Tuesday, July 14, 2020

Caribbean

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for new colleagues who are EU passport holders for the coming busy season. The hostel is located in The Keys a little village in the area called Sucker Garden, in St. Maarten, Dutch West Indies. Located right across the salt pond we are just a two mile distance from Philipsburg. If you have some background in hostel management / operations and be willing to get involved in all aspects of running the hostel then do get in touch. You need to be smart, fun, love to BBQ, love music and create a great experience for our guests. You will cover all duties, such as: bookings management, check-in and check-out; website/social media updates; cleaning, laundry management; preparing breakfast; cooking/bartending (happy hour, BBQ events); managing and buying stock; ensuring when guests post their feedback they mention that both the hostel and you are awesome; managing day-to-day maintenance and contacting specialists for maintenance when you need to; and providing guidance to recruited volunteers for our Eco- projects. This opportunity would better suit someone looking for a longer term stay in one location/hostel for at least four months. You must be an EU passport holder. You must speak English fluently and your writing skills are up to par. If you speak other languages then that’s a plus. A driver’s license is a must. You will live on location (compensation included) take care of guests and the property (technical duties) and help make the hostel a success from A-Z. With all of this we also hope you will have lots of fun and enjoy living in paradise called St. Maarten/St. Martin. Besides the above mentioned we aim to develop alternative means of income for the hostel such as: beach pick-nicks, boating, pub/cafe crawls, bike rentals, drink/food selling, and any funky ideas you have. In return you will get a place called home on St. Maarten for the busy season, more hostel management experience, meeting lots of people from all walks of life, food (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and (non-alcoholic) beverages, transportation, a percentage of the monthly net turn over, international covered insurance, and travel costs to and from St. Maarten, DWI. We really need someone that is able to make this hostel “theirs” and develop it into their little space in paradise allowing others to sleep there and having the best time in life! You think you can add to our concept? If so, then send in your resume to

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Texas

RANCH SITTER/CARETAKER COUPLE with their own RV needed in Cleburne, TX. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a 350 acre Ranch that is a gorgeous recreational campground that sells annual memberships and has just recently opened to weekend campers from Wednesday afternoon until Sunday afternoon but annual members can come as often as they like. We need a couple who will be willing to volunteer as ranch sitters/caretakers/camp hosts. This is a unique position, unlike many other camp hosting positions. Your hours will be Thursday, Friday and Saturday (you must be flexible on hours), hours will vary depending on weekend bookings. You will have four days off (Sunday – Wednesday). Members pretty much know what they are supposed to do but you will need to be willing to meet and greet them as they sign in. The property is gated 24/7/365, and members have a code to enter. We need honest, flexible and reliable hosts! You must also be financially stable because this job doesn’t pay. There are also projects on the ranch if you like to stay busy but not required. We are located 16 miles from Walmart, Kroger, and H.E.B. And about 20 – 25 miles from Albertsons and many other stores and restaurants. The property is directly on the Brazos River and there are 66 campsites. You do not have to clean sites unless you’d like to help with weekly maintenance on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday (that will be your option). Campsites line the river for 1½ miles of water frontage. We have a herd of 70+ deer on the property, 30+ Turkeys and no telling what you might see here. No hunting! You can learn more at [Contact info available to subscribers] will get back to you as soon as possible. We need a couple from mid-September 2020 until the end of March 2021! On your off days you can fish, kayak or enjoy other parts of beautiful Texas.

Washington

ESTATE PROPERTY CARETAKER needed. Full-time estate caretaker position available on Bainbridge Island, WA beginning in August/September 2020. This live on-site (separate cottage) position requires a person/couple with the ability to work independently, identify problems and find solutions. Working with equipment to maintain landscaping and the estate home will be your primary responsibility. Desirable skills and prior experience include: repair/maintenance of equipment from mower, blower, trimmer, chainsaw to irrigation systems; carpentry; ability to lift 50 lbs.; plumbing and a positive customer service attitude. Vehicle for work provided. Compensation will be salary and the on-site cottage. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Hello, I am a 59-year-old single woman and very capable of doing most work on a ranch. Very willing to work late and long days. I can work cattle and also work with people. I have basic machine skills, and can also operate tractors and construction equipment. I have a construction background. I have a recent resume and you can do a background check on me. I also am not a druggy, and drink very little. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

Monday, July 13, 2020

Australia

[Contact info available to subscribers] requires a caretaker couple with their own RV to assist our other couple to open and run our museum. You must be friendly and outgoing. Duties will include welcoming visitors, operate the museum, some cleaning, gardening and some maintenance. We operate on a three days on and three days off roster (subject to change). Free caravan site for your RV, power, water and small wage included. The caretaker couple will need to start in August. For further information please call

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Connecticut

LIVE-IN PROPERTY CARETAKER NEEDED in Greenwich, CT. Looking for an experienced hands-on caretaker to oversee a large 30+ acre property in Greenwich with a boathouse on the lake. A caretaker’s three bedroom cottage can be provided (which if needed can accommodate a wife and child). Must have experience working on a large size property. Duties include: daily upkeep and maintenance of both residences, grounds, snow removal, mowing lawn, cutting hedges, maintaining vegetable garden, water plants and flowers, maintain pool and tennis court, light repairs, work with assistant, supervise vendors and contractors and be responsible for several vehicles: cleaning, inspection and registration. This is a year round position with salary to $75,000. Please email a detailed resume, with all reference names and contact information, any letters of reference you may have, and include a recent photo to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

LOOKING FOR A PAIR OF RESPONSIBLE, NEAT, AND HARDWORKING PEOPLE to take care of a 4-acre oceanfront property in Islamorada, FL. The position entails 20 hours/week of efficient work between the couple, comprising roughly of 60% landscaping and yard maintenance, 15% domestic cleaning, 15% small repairs, and 10% various errands and vendor relationships. Outdoor physical labor is expected year-round – people who are not in good physical shape or normally engaged in such work may not be a good fit. Compensation is a free rent of a lovely recently-built two bedroom cottage with all appliances and utilities included. There is no salary. For more details and an application for this opportunity please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

Rhode Island

DOMESTIC COUPLE NEEDED in Narragansett, RI. An elderly gentleman is looking for an experienced couple to work year round and manage his estate. The couple must be able to handle in-house and outside ground maintenance. Daily housekeeping of the main residence, laundry, ironing, organize closets, packing and unpacking for travel, shopping, meal planning, family cooking for principal and guests, both must drive, some landscaping, snow removal, plant vegetable garden, oversee vendors. Living quarters would be your own private cottage on the premises, salary is $150,000 gross per year plus benefits. Please email a detailed resume, with all reference names and contact information, any letters of reference you may have and include a recent photo to [Contact info available to subscribers] My personal assistant will conduct selected candidates for a telephone FaceTime or Skype interview before being brought up for an interview.

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Happy Grandma for Your Ranch Greetings! Are you the human and animal family who is looking for me? Family can include roommates, children, dogs, horses and other animals. I volunteer half day in exchange for a peaceful living space. I love to garden, cook, clean, play with kids (trained Montessori teacher) and care for horses (Parelli level 2). I plan to relocate before the end of August. I am pleased to share my resume and excellent references. Currently in Boise, Idaho and can travel anywhere. Please call me [Contact info available to subscribers]

Educator caretakers seek to serve you and/or your family in these unprecedented times! Jim and Lindy, newly retired and nationally honored teachers, compassionate PKs and hardworking, experienced caretakers, feel called to service! We can, but are not limited to, super cleaning and attending to your homes/grounds/pets; prepping and serving you and your guests healthy, fresh food; tutoring/mentoring your kids to college kids with creative, FACE-TO-FACE lessons. Fit, lifelong learners, we believe no task is too big or too small! (We know tools to travel!). Please contact us at [Contact info available to subscribers] for a long-term commitment with housing/utilities and salary. (Did we mention we love kids, dogs and mountains?).

Friday, July 10, 2020

California

PROPERTY CARETAKER NEEDED in Tehachapi, California. This is a part-time, live-in position (20-30 hours/week – mostly Monday – Friday) to feed animals, handle gardening/weeds, mend fences, sprinkler/water lines and typical handyman/ranch tasks. This hands-on position is for an experienced person, with employment references, who is able to work alone, without supervision, training or drama. Housing for one person is available in a Travel Trailer, plus electrical-septic-water provided. A California driver’s license plus good DMV record needed. Pick-up truck and tractor experience preferred. Compensation will be $13.50/hour. No under-the-table cash payments. Must pass a background check. This is a low stress, position which often permits flexible work hours. Seniors encouraged to apply. Please email your work history/references and contact info for consideration to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hawaii

ALOHA FROM THE BIG ISLAND OF HAWAII. Escape, and exchange your environment for the tropics. We have a 2.25-acre estate in Kona and are in need of an individual with finish carpentry skills, light plumbing and electrical, painting, and general maintenance. We could entertain a couple for this position, with the second party doing housekeeping duties. This commitment is for a minimum of 90 days, however if all parties are content the contract can be long-term. This position will be open as of mid-July 2020. If hired, one can expect a round trip ticket from your nearest major airport to Kona, Hawaii. While on the property, we will provide you with private hi-end accommodations, free cable and Wi-Fi, maid service once a week, gourmet breakfast and dinner daily, and a negotiated stipend (?). Lastly, we will occasionally give you free use of a vehicle to explore the island. We are in one of the most beautiful parts of Hawaii, and I believe in the world. No drug use, non-smoker, and responsible alcohol use! The applicant must have his or her own health and auto insurance coverage. This is a “Work for Hire” position and does not imply employment. We are seeking a self-motivated, organized, in shape and strong, and very tidy and clean individual, who will work 30+ hours a week to upkeep our estate. We are willing to train in our procedures, but you must have experience and be proficient in the following areas: there are occasions where we have projects which include sanding and painting, pressure washing, and tiling. It is also important to have some skills in plumbing and electrical. We undertake many small and large projects that need to be accomplished in between the general maintenance responsibilities. A fully equipped woodshop is onsite. You must be proficient and competent in using the following; saws (miter, circular, jig, band, table, scroll, plunge circular, tile saw, and sawzall), multi-tool, tenon and biscuit joiners, routers, planers, drills and drill press, dremel tool, sanders and belt sanders, finish sprayers, and a 10.rotary laser. In addition to the use of the above tools, you would be responsible for the maintenance and light repairs of these tools. We have over 50 different fruit and spice trees and bushes, vegetable and herb gardens, and a ¾ acre botanical garden with rare palms, Heliconia, and Gingers. It is fabulous. We all work hard here, and we believe in quality over quantity. Our motto is; “If you undertake a project with us, do it to your fullest potential, or don’t even bother”. We encourage good ideas, creativity, and a team approach. The property has a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. It is a spectacular place. If you feel this position might be your calling, please give me a call to set up an interview (I can do Skype and FaceTime) and please send me your resume and references, as well. All applicants will be subject to background checks. You may contact me, [Contact info available to subscribers] and include the terms “House of Kona, caretakers” in the subject line of your email. My response should be received within 48 hours.

Texas

CARETAKER/RANCH HAND NEEDED. Mature person needed to work without supervision. Duties include the feeding and care for horses, cattle and dogs. Operate O turn mower, tractor and bush hog. Maintain fences, keep the barn clean, keep tools, tack and equipment maintained and organized. Exercise horses and get them ready for ropings. Maintain flower beds and protein deer feeders. Salary will be $500, plus Room & Board. To apply, please call

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UNITED STATES: Middle-aged, full-time professional seeks a caretaker’s cottage, efficiency unit, or room with private bathroom in a bed & breakfast or boutique hotel, on a scenic property with strong wireless connection, for October and November 2020. I am happy to pay $500 – $1,500/month, depending on the arrangement. I would ideally love to stay where I could learn something while assisting two to three hours per day (10-20 hours per week unpaid house sitting, housekeeping or internship type of experience). I am open to wherever I can best serve, learn, rest, and appreciate beautiful surroundings for two months. If you could use a house sitter for October and November or have a unique opportunity to present, please email details to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you very much for your consideration. I look forward to hearing from you.

Thursday, July 9, 2020

California

SEEKING A LIVE-IN MANAGER for an 18-room Inn in Sonoma Wine Country. Responsibilities involve management of a small staff for the front and back of house. Candidate must have prior hotel experience. Position involves someone who wears many hats and is able to do whatever it takes to ensure guest satisfaction as well as grounds and property maintenance. Knowledge of ThinkReservations POS and computer skills is a plus. The right candidate should be people oriented and have strong work ethic, be service focused, energetic and have keen eye for attention to details. Benefits include a one bedroom apartment on the property, salary will depend on experience, potential year-end bonus, and vacation. Interested candidates should email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] and include references and availability. Thanks.

Colorado

New York

FULL-TIME CARETAKER/HOUSE MAINTENANCE COUPLE needed in Remsenburg, NY. A legal, mature couple is needed to live here rent-free in exchange for maintaining my house. Other responsibilities are cooking, food shopping and cleaning when I’m there – most generally on weekends. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

CARETAKER OR CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED at Potter’s Point (an unincorporated community on the north bank of Caddo Lake), on the border between Texas and Louisiana. This position is for a retired but healthy couple who knows about plants, but there is all the fishing you can do too! A single person is OK too. We have a two bedroom/bath house, big porch and boat slip…next to Caddo Lake (the most beautiful lake in Texas) that is smallish but clean with central air-conditioning and modern conveniences. You pay for your own power and cable/dish, I pay water. Rent is free ($1,000/month value) and pay is an additional $1,000/month. We live in Dallas and come down to Caddo Lake every two to three weeks. You would be assisting the property manager. The job is mowing our yard, edging, and keeping the chickens fed and clean. If you have a medical condition that does not allow you to work in the heat, please do not apply. You would work Monday through

Friday, and check chickens on the weekends. You must be able to

get along and get the work done no matter if we are going to be down or not. If you love nature, you will love Caddo Lake. You must know about sprinkler systems, and how to garden. It is a plus if you have your own tools but not required. You must know about plants in general, and keep everything watered, fed and healthy from pests, Organic preferred. Winter is easier. You must have dependable transportation. If you are afraid of critters, do not apply. I will require a list of references and a background check will be performed. The last caretaker lasted only two years because his wife did not like the lake. I’m looking for another long-term relationship. Questions are welcomed! Please email

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Washington

LODGING GENERAL MANAGER NEEDED for a unique lodging property in Glenwood, WA. This is for a location in an outdoorsy setting within two hours of Portland. It’s a country casual environment. Candidate must be willing to relocate to a beautiful rural setting and have experience living in such a setting. Requirements: at least four years’ experience as General Manager responsible for at least 30 units. The ideal background is a vacation rental General Manager. Other backgrounds that will be considered include lodge manager, Innkeeper, hotel general manager, and residential property manager with direct customer service experience. Benefits: Salary of $50,000, depending on experience, bonus that starts at 15% and grows to 50% over 4-years, potential stock equity, health, dental, and vacation. Relocation candidates should be from the West and relocation assistance is negotiable, depending on the candidate, on-site housing can be included. To apply, please send your resume to

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I am a well-mannered good hearted person. And I am a very hard working individual, with a Class A CDL. With many skills in livestock, horses, mechanic’s, welding, some electrical, plumbing, carpentry, some heavy equipment operations, fluent in fixing fences, many other skills, too many to list. I have three cattle dogs and my horse, and we are looking for a caretaking job, with good pay, room and board, and some reassuring benefits. Anywhere in the U.S. and Canada is OK with me. In the country is a must. I can accomplish many a tasks and figure many others out. I am a good improviser. Unfortunately, I recently lost my smart phone and am in the process of replacing it, so in the meantime please send any messages to caretaker@caretaker.org and place Situations-Wanted in the Subject Line so they can eventually forward your messages to me. Thank you.

Monday, July 6, 2020

Colorado

LONG-TERM RANCH HAND NEEDED IN EVERGREEN, COLORADO! In search of a long-term ranch hand for a small ranch in Evergreen, Colorado. The ideal candidate must have experience with horses and other livestock. The individual must be responsible and dependable and be willing to clean stalls, tend to animals’ care needs, clean paddocks and other areas, fix fences, keep the place clean and presentable, exercise horses, transport animals as needed (valid driver’s license and good record), and be a team player. Ability to break and train horses would be great. Housing provided. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Minnesota

CARETAKER WANTED in Wayzata, MN. The owners of a multi home property on Lake Minnetonka in Wayzata, Minnesota are seeking a live-in caretaker. Responsibilities are part time including building and grounds maintenance, automobile and boat care, miscellaneous errands, driving, and gardening. Candidates should be physically fit, outgoing with relevant background and experience. A modest salary plus a nice partially furnished home, including utilities will be provided for the right candidate. Ideal for a candidate who is semi-retired or has a working spouse, and families will be considered. Please send your cover letter, resume, and photo to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Hampshire

PART-TIME CAMP CARETAKER NEEDED in Holderness, NH. Work in one of the most beautiful places in America and get paid to do it. Must be good with boats. A family with camps on two islands in Squam Lake in Holderness needs a caretaker to supervise the opening and shutdown of the camps. This involves setting up three docks, supervising 10 boats, four moorings, cleaning crews, setting up boathouses (one on the mainland, one on an island), getting water out of the plumbing system, ensuring all appliances work, setting up and taking down tents, bubbling dock and boathouses. Can be done by one very active person or by hiring a crew to help. There is heavy work in May and June to set up, occasional visits during the season, then August and September shutting down, then regular visits during the winter to ensure the bubblers work, etc. May involve getting bids and letting out contracts for bigger projects in the past few years: new breakwater, septic field, refitting a bathhouse and rebuilding a boathouse. Must be able to keep tabs on expenses and assign the expenses to the three different owners of the two camps, boathouse, and landing point. Compensation will be based on experience. The current caretaker is retiring after 10 years. To apply, please email [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks.

South Dakota

FULL-TIME PROPERTY MANAGER NEEDED at a Luxury Hunting Lodge near Pierre, South Dakota. This is a “Jack of all trades”, full-time position. Along with a strong farming background, experience with maintenance, HVAC, mechanical, and a strong work ethic are all essential. Good people skills as well as dog handling experience are also required. We are seeking someone looking for a long lasting career that is detail oriented and takes pride in what they do. A newly remodeled three bedroom house is included. There is a salary range of $40,000 based on experience. To apply, please email your resume to

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Utah

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Mature woman, with elder care experience seeking a fulltime elderly/house/petsitting position. I am honest and reliable. No smoking, drinking, or drugs. Excellent references available. I have a home renovation background. Geographically flexible. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thursday, July 2, 2020

Australia

HELP WANTED. My husband and I operate a tourist attraction, retail shop and cafe on Kangaroo Island. We are looking for a couple who is looking to enjoy Kangaroo Island. We are wanting someone who lives locally to help with our grounds man and cleaning jobs for about one hour each morning in exchange for power, water and laundry facilities. Depending on skills there may also be some paid work. We have plenty that needs doing in many areas. We will provide an area for you live that will be next to a laundry, toilet and shower block. There is also a renovated bus you are welcome to use for extra room. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] your experience, skills, local references, and details along with the time/dates you are interested in staying with your phone number and we will contact suitable persons by phone. We look forward to hearing from you.

New Mexico

CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED in the Carlsbad, New Mexico area. Homeowner with multiple homes on acreage seeks a Caretaker Couple for a long-term, full-time job. Couple must take pride in the keeping of the homes and landscaping. This opportunity includes salary, housing, utilities, and a truck for work use. No children, please. Requirements: ~ Couple must have a solid work history in housekeeping and lawn maintenance with long periods of time/tenure with the same company/owner. ~ Must be able to pass a criminal background check. ~ Must be physically fit. ~ Must keep homes and grounds at guest-ready level throughout the year regardless of the owner’s schedule. ~ Provide immaculate housekeeping and groundskeeping/lawn care for six homes of varying sizes. For more information and to submit a resume, please email

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Pennsylvania

LIVE-IN CARETAKER NEEDED in Swiftwater, PA. Looking for a new start? We have an immediate opening for a live-in caretaker for a local restaurant and development company in Swiftwater. Gentleman preferred (as living quarters provided are with men), non-smoker, no drugs, and a small pet is a possibility. Diverse duties include overall general building maintenance, janitorial services, keeping of the grounds, light carpentry, painting, etc., although duties will increase as pending projects require. Extra hours are available in the restaurant on an as needed basis. Room and board provided, as well as hourly wage, which is negotiable as per your level of experience. Checkable references are required. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Wednesday, July 1, 2020

California

SEEKING A COUPLE to perform caretaker duties at the [Contact info available to subscribers] near Lake Tahoe. This beautiful Lodge has undergone major renovations and has been converted into a unique event venue for weddings, corporate retreats, private events, and family reunions. The goal is to continue renovations at the lodge to enhance its event capabilities, while also reopening the Lodge’s bar and restaurant when event season is slow. This position requires a couple who is comfortable with guests from all walks of life, prior event and hospitality experience, and a strong maintenance background for upkeep of this picturesque property. Please send your resume in a Word document to Tamara Tanner at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Canada

WE ARE SEEKING A YEAR-ROUND, RESIDENT CARETAKER COUPLE for our beautiful [Contact info available to subscribers] located in the Thompson/Okanagan, halfway between Peachland and Merritt. We are an established four season cooperative with 28 individually owned log cabins and a lodge situated on an alpine lake. The position is ideal for a mature couple with a sense of community and positive attitude who wish to contribute to a welcoming experience for owners and guests alike. You are honest, dependable, physically fit (non-smoker) with a high standard of neatness and organization. You must enjoy working outdoors in all-weather including extreme conditions. The caretakers will live on-site and work in consultation with the Board of Directors and owners, overseeing and directly participating in the daily operations of the property. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate the ability to operate a small resort with confidence and a positive attitude. You must be organized, have excellent communication and time management skills. We require proficiency in Word, Excel, Gmail and Google Drive. Duties include lodge maintenance (interior and exterior), snow plowing, landscaping and security of the property. Operation of small equipment, general maintenance, handyman skills and mechanical aptitude are required. Due to our remote location our caretakers need to be able to troubleshoot, make timely decisions and exercise good judgement using the resources at hand. Compensation will be commensurate with skills and experience and includes living accommodation in the lodge. References, credit checks, criminal checks and civil litigation checks will be conducted. Paradise Lake Cooperative follows the Provincial guidelines for health and safety due to Covid-19. Initial interviews may be held via phone or video conference. Please provide resumes for both partners. The deadline for receipt of applications is August 1, 2020. Only those who are short-listed will be contacted. Please send your resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

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Tuesday, June 30, 2020

Colorado

LOOKING FOR A CO-INNKEEPER with massage therapy experience to join our team in Frisco, Colorado. Duties include: daily operations, helping with reservations, breakfast service, provide massage therapy, etc. Work schedule is five days a week with a two hour break daily. Compensation includes: monthly salary, massage commission, tips and housing. Please send us an email to [Contact info available to subscribers] with your resume, or let us know if you have any questions. We look forward to hearing from you!

Hawaii

ALOHA FROM THE BIG ISLAND OF HAWAII. Our 2.25-acre estate in Kona is in need of an individual who can care for its landscape, gardens, and general maintenance. This commitment is for a minimum of 90 days, but a longer-term position could be possible, if all parties are content. This position is available now. If hired, one can expect round trip airfare from your nearest major airport to Kona, Hawaii. While on the property, we will provide you with private hi-end accommodations with cable and Wi-Fi, maid service once a week, gourmet breakfast and dinner, and a negotiated stipend. Lastly, we will occasionally give you free use of a vehicle to explore the island. We are in one of the most beautiful parts of Hawaii, and I believe the in the world. We are seeking a self-motivated, organized, in shape and strong, and very tidy and clean individual, who will work 30+ hours a week to upkeep our estate’s land, agriculture, and gardens. We are willing to train in our procedures, but you must have experience. There are occasions where we have to do a little sanding and painting, and pressure washing. We live in a jungle where it is absolutely necessary to spray herbicides and insecticides. We do our best to be as organic as possible. You must be proficient and competent in using a commercial mower, weed eater, blower, hedge trimmer, chain saw, and pole saw. We use mostly Stihl equipment, and have an echo weed eater, and a commercial mower by Honda. This equipment will be your responsibility to maintain, and you should be able to do light repairs on them. You will have to tend to all fertilizing and weed maintenance. You must be competent in installing, maintaining, and repairing irrigation. We use Toro products. We have over 60 different fruit and spice trees, and edible berries and bushes, vegetable and herb gardens, and a ¾ acre botanical garden with rare palms, Heliconia, and Gingers. We are in the process of adding three lotus and lily ponds, and in July we are hoping to open our pigmy goat farm. It is fabulous, but it is hard work to maintain all of them. If you love plants and the outdoors, this is your dream job. The property has a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. It is a spectacular place. If you feel this position might be your calling, please send me your resume and a list of references. I will review them and give you a call to set up an interview time. I can do Skype and FaceTime. No drug use, non-smoker, and responsible alcohol use! Please have one of these options available for your interviews. All applicants will be subject to background checks. You may contact me, [Contact info available to subscribers] for questions. Please forward resumes and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] and include the terms “House of Kona, caretakers” in the subject line of your email. Responses should be received within 48 hours. Aloha and mahalo!

Washington

SEEKING A SINGLE CARETAKER OR COUPLE FOR A 100-ACRE PROPERTY in Washington State. We are located in a rural setting in the foothills of the North Cascade Mountains in Whatcom County, 26 miles from Bellingham. We provide an attractive well-maintained one-bedroom and loft house and all utilities in a beautiful setting in exchange for the caretaker(s) looking after the place when we are away and performing some basic maintenance jobs. Other work on the property as needed is paid at an hourly rate. The position allows the caretaker(s) plenty of free time. Work includes caring for three friendly goats and two cats during owner absences about one week each month; seasonal grass trimming, operation of tractor for winter plowing, maintenance of equipment involving small motors, and fence and building repairs as needed. Useful skills include basic property maintenance, use of power equipment such as trimmers and chainsaws, and basic small motor maintenance. Spring and summer are busier times but still allow plenty of caretaker free time. Goat care one week each month involves feeding, putting goats out to pasture in the morning and back in the barn at night. Note that the main compensation to caretaker(s) is the house and utilities. Non-basic jobs are paid by the hour, but because of the small number of work hours required total cash compensation is small and the caretaker(s) will probably need some supplemental income. Caretaker(s) must be nonsmoker, physically fit, and animal lovers. The ideal candidate(s) will be seeking a long-term commitment. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to live inexpensively in a beautiful rural setting and enjoys outdoor work. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Organized female seeking a position as a personal assistant in the Phoenix/Scottsdale/Paradise Valley area. College educated (English, Humanities). Former lives have included medical office administrator, tour guide, and Spanish tutor. Can assist with home, children, errands, pets (sorry, no cats due to allergies.) Excellent references. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

NEEDING ON-SITE PROPERTY CARETAKERS AND SECURITY? The world is a crazy place right now! If you own a hunting/fishing lodge, vacation home, remote getaway, or a vacation rental and are worried about maintenance and security, let’s talk! We are a professional couple whose jobs have both been affected greatly by COVID, so we’re using this as an opportunity to become caretakers. We can provide security, lawn care, landscaping, snow plowing, trail maintenance, building maintenance, QDM assistance, and housekeeping. Other services we offer are cooking, heirloom gardening, farm work, animal care, personal and administrative assistance, sales and marketing help, laundry, homeschooling, etc. We can also help create a “bug out location” and assist with stocking up, prepping, and making lists. Many years of wilderness living experience. Open to location, but prefer a more northern climate. Please call, text, or email [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks!

Friday, June 26, 2020

Arizona

LOOKING FOR A CARETAKER, handyman (person), gardener, resourceful, creative person for a private healing retreat sanctuary in Sedona/Oak Creek Canyon, AZ. Work exchange for living in a cozy, small trailer with outdoor covered patio, garden, hammock area, yoga platform, and a fire pit/outdoor table area. Must be reliable, have your own vehicle and cell phone. Looking for a nature lover, someone who is healthy, kind to themselves, our guests and animals, self-responsible, peaceful lifestyle and with an aware Presence. Work exchange for “Caretaker’s Cubby”, and additional hours will be paid. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Minnesota

CARETAKER NEEDED in Mounds View, MN for a 23 unit apartment building. Duties include cleaning of the building and grounds, apartment turns, showing and leasing, some maintenance, lawn mowing, snow and ice removal, and tenant relations. Applicants should have prior experience and a team would be preferred. They must have effective communication skills and conduct themselves professionally at all times. Compensation will be a two bedroom apartment with garage valued at $1,265 per/month. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Jersey

FULL-TIME CARETAKER NEEDED at a horse farm in rural New Jersey. [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for an experienced caretaker familiar with horse farm operations and equestrian care. Knowledge of horse care and a love of animals are important/essential. We are located in beautiful rural Allentown, NJ. Housing and utilities are included as part of our compensation, plus a salary of $35,000 – $45,000. We offer on the job training and support. To apply, please send your resume to

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I am 59, an Irish artist, seeking my next adventure! I have an honors degree in Fine Art. I took a year out to travel last August but this was cut short due to Covid. I am seeking a full-time paid position using my skills, potentially caretaking-property/home management but am open to new opportunities. I love the outdoors, gardening, cooking, and painting … anything creative. Also travelling. I love animals and can walk dogs. I have a clean driver’s license and am a non-smoker. If you have a suitable position please email me at

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Thursday, June 25, 2020

Alaska

FLY-IN REMOTE LODGE IN NEED OF CARETAKER from late August 2020 through mid-May, 2021. Lodge is located on the Lake Creek River, 70 miles northwest of Anchorage. There is no road access. Lodging, food and tools provided. Wages to be determined. Must have basic handyman skills including chainsaw operation. Must be comfortable in remote locations. We do have phone and satellite internet. Prefer a non-smoker, non-drinker, drug free, happy and communicative person. Please email your resume and two character references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Australia

ON-SITE CARETAKERS NEEDED at the [Contact info available to subscribers] in Batchelor, Northern Territory. We are looking for a couple who have their own accommodation i.e. a caravan/motor home, and who would be interested in volunteering as “On-Site Caretakers” at the [Contact info available to subscribers] We are now looking for people from July to the end of September/October, (or part thereof) depending on the weather. This is not a paid position. Your van site, power and water are free for you in the grounds of the Museum. There is also a bathroom, fridge and small washing machine available. Batchelor is at the gateway to the beautiful “Litchfield National Park” and is a very historic little town of approximately 400 people, 50/50 Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal. Batchelor is only 100kms from Darwin. There is a wonderful community spirit in the town and always lots of fun activities going on. Lawn bowls, a swimming pool, general store, beautiful Batchelor Oval with a cricket pitch, many parks, monthly markets, monthly Quiz Nights, Op-shop, Anglican and Seventh Day Adventist Churches, Butterfly Farm and Rum Jungle Tavern with karaoke weekly are some of the activities you could become involved in during your stay at the Museum. The more you give, the more you receive in Batchelor. You won’t want to leave! We are interested in a neat and friendly couple who are active and enjoy meeting and talking with people, most of whom are travelers such as you. There is a small shop/cafe in the entry building, selling Museum souvenirs, gift lines from local artists, ice creams, drinks etc. There would be remuneration given in appreciation for the running of the cafe. The main requirements are keeping the three buildings of the museum clean, opening and closing, and greeting visitors each day. Also, maintaining the museum grounds and driveways. Details of these activities will be forwarded upon application, with a run-sheet of a typical day. This is an easy and rewarding position for two people to share the day’s activities. The Museum is open seven days a week during the season and on request thereafter. Open hours are from 10am to 4pm. You would be required to be here five days per week, then two days off. This is flexible to suit different requirements. We are all volunteers, and as such, try to be flexible. We have a small yet dedicated group of Committee members and friends of the Museum who look after it on a regular basis to allow our valued caretakers to enjoy their time off. A keen interest in Australian history, in particular WWII would be great but not necessary. This is an opportunity to learn more about the Top End and the front line of our Australian WWII history; also the Rum Jungle Uranium Mine and the township of Batchelor in the 1950’s, 60’s, and 70’s. The Museum is fascinating and, whilst it has only been open since 2012, has been given great reviews and is on the “to do” list for the Northern Territory. It is constantly evolving, with new exhibits and information being added on a regular basis. If you are interested in keeping the history alive and would like more information, please phone

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Wyoming

ASSISTANT RANCH MANAGER/CARETAKER NEEDED in Northern Wyoming (near Sheridan, WY). Seeking a full-time, year round assistant ranch manager/caretaker (individual or couple) to help build a new ranching operation from the ground up. You’d be working directly with/under the owner. I have a 1,100 acre property with an eight stall barn, large shop, manager’s house, and main house (in process of construction). You would be responsible for grounds maintenance – mowing, snow removal, general landscaping and weed abatement, well and water treatment/maintenance, minor building maintenance – painting/staining, plumbing, electric, etc., minor vehicle maintenance – keeping ranch vehicles clean and operational (utility tractor, truck, ATV, UTV, riding mower), tending to horses and other livestock – feeding, exercising, doctoring, etc., fencing – maintain, repair, and installation of various fencing (barbed wire, post/rail, and electric). Must have a minimum of three years’ experience related to the duties/responsibilities above. Prefer (but not required) a two year college degree in an Ag related field (animal science, Ag science, agri-business, ranch management, etc.). Should have a minimum of five years western riding experience, working with and around horses (breeding/training experience a plus). Some experience working with cattle preferred. Requirements: have reliable transportation, a clean driving record, current insurance, a valid license, a minimum of three non-family references, have the ability to organize, plan, and work alone, with minimal supervision, and have the ability to work in sometimes extreme environments (heat, cold, wind), and terrain. A drug screening and background check required. Starting salary of $36,000, with housing. Promotion, raise, and benefit package available for the right individual/couple over time. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Howdy, I am looking for a new place to live in the Monterey or Carmel Valley area. If you know of anyone with a small cabin or house share, please give me a call at [Contact info available to subscribers] I am a long-time peninsula resident who has been away for a few years and am moving back. I have reopened my Contracting/Handyman business also. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you!

Monday, June 22, 2020

California

RANCH CARETAKER WANTED in Tulelake, California, located 45 miles south of Klamath Falls, Oregon. If you like peace, quiet and solitude, and have general maintenance skills, this is the place for you. I’m looking for a financially stable and responsible person or couple to live full-time on my ranch in exchange for watching over the ranch when I’m away and helping with general maintenance and running of the ranch. If you have animals bring them along, such as dogs (on approval), horses (corral, stalls and free grazing available), goats, chickens, etc. Requirements: a non-smoker, absolutely no drug and/or alcohol abuse, bring your own RV or trailer, a cell phone, a 4-wheel or all-wheel drive vehicle, and be physically fit to work on a ranch. I’m offering: free covered RV space with full hook-ups including water, trash, sewer, up to $100 towards electricity per month, internet, a fenced yard, and $200 per month compensation from October 1st through March 1st while I’m away. You will be responsible for propane, maintaining your yard area (i.e. water, mow, rake, etc.), helping with the care of the orchard and bees, check water for cows, helping with general clean-up, have knowledge of electricity and plumbing, and taking care of your own animals. A background check will be required (at your expense). For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (No emails or texts). Thanks.

Colorado

LIVE-ON RANCH ASSISTANT NEEDED. A large working ranch property (6,500 acres) north of Vail, Colorado has created a new position for a Ranch Assistant to live on the property and handle a variety of physical, hands-on management and maintenance tasks. The ranch owner would like to hire a professional with excellent trades skills (carpentry, basic plumbing and electrical, welding, etc. all a plus) who is comfortable working around horses, livestock, and other members of the team. The successful candidate should be knowledgeable in many areas of ranch operations and management, such as: irrigation and water systems, including creeks, desalination, etc.; vehicle upkeep, servicing, and maintenance; and upkeep of trails and roads. Must be licensed to operate heavy farm and ranch machinery and vehicles. Basic proficiency with computers, smartphones, tablets, email, etc. required; additional technology skills and ability to perform basic troubleshooting a plus. To be considered, you should have five to ten years of ranch experience. This position will involve physical labor and requires the ability to lift and handle heavy machinery, materials, and livestock. Excellent compensation offered, depending on experience, with benefits (including paid live-on accommodations); relocation available. This role is full-time and year-round. To be considered, please apply for position [Contact info available to subscribers] Immediate interviews via videoconference available. Qualified applicants will be contacted.

Montana

LOOKING FOR A COUPLE TO BE THE FULL-TIME CARETAKERS of a privately-owned ranch in Wise River, Montana. The [Contact info available to subscribers] is 160 acres, completely surrounded by National Forest, and bordered by the Wise River with a stream going through the middle. The operation of the property is two-fold: regular ranch operations and guest ranch duties. Regular ranch operations duties include: ranch security and oversight, buildings and equipment maintenance, tractors, backhoe, and haying equipment maintenance, spring cabin openings and winterizing in the fall, general log cabin maintenance and upkeep, irrigating hay fields and haying the first week of August (once a year), maintaining jack and lodge-pole fencing around property, winter feeding of approximately eight horses twice a day, assist with ranch improvement projects. Guest ranch duties include: spring deep cleaning of cabins, represent the ranch brand, and handle guest relations, guest check-in and check-out, cleaning cabins after check-out, grounds and lawn maintenance around cabins. You can check out the ranch at [Contact info available to subscribers] We are looking for a couple who is hard-working, honest, and good with people. Please contact us using both emails if interested via [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Jersey

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I am a strong and healthy, 47-year-old able bodied, innovative, fast learning mama of a three-year-old looking for a caretaking position in the North Lake Tahoe/Truckee area (will consider Nevada City/Grass Valley). I have lived in Tahoe City for twenty years but due to a changed partnership situation am needing a stable home for the next 6 – 12 months, maybe longer. I would love to help keep safe and sacred someone’s property by tending gardens, painting, shoveling, looking after animals, etc. I will have my son half the time. Need internet for my part-time work online. You’ll find out more about me here: [Contact info available to subscribers] I have my own car. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Husband and wife seeking first time caretaking position in the Black Hills of South Dakota, northeast Wyoming or northwest Nebraska. Both have Class A CDL’s and experience with fencing, brush-hogging, property maintenance and some cattle work (no calving). Husband has an excellent driving history, metal and wood working skills, welding, carpentry, and haying background. Wife has a horse background including cleaning stalls, feeding, grooming, etc. Also experience cleaning homes and vacation rentals plus yard work. We have three miniature horses, two dogs and two barn cats. Please contact us at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thursday, June 18, 2020

Australia

CARETAKERS WANTED A FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND PROPERTY. Boutique accommodation available, close to the reef, beach and river. Preferably looking for a couple with their own van for six months starting in July. In return for the site for your van, power, and use of the facilities we require that you be our onsite presence for three days per week. Duties include answering the phone, emails, meeting guests, and light gardening. We have some pets as well. Some additional paid work is available mowing grass, and cleaning cabins. Must be reliable with local references. For more information please phone [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Mexico

FULL-TIME RANCH CARETAKER COUPLE needed in Carlsbad, New Mexico. We are seeking a reliable and motivated caretaker couple to fill two positions and live onsite to manage housekeeping and groundskeeping of a privately-owned ranch. The property includes the main house and five guest homes. The caretaker couple reports to the owner and co-ranch managers. The area is remote and is ideal for a couple without young or school-aged children. The first position requires one to be physically able to work outdoors and climb ladders. Must have prior experience with and be able to safely operate mowers and other equipment, including power and hand tools. General yard work and landscaping, fertilizing, pest baiting, irrigation of grounds and orchard trees, flower planting, remove fallen limbs, and tree pruning. Rake/level gravel roads near houses as needed – pressure washing sidewalks as required. Keep fire and barbecue pits maintained and ready for use. Check propane levels and fill as necessary. General maintenance and troubleshooting of the main home and guest houses to include generators, faucets, toilets, filters, light bulbs, etc. Coordinate HVAC service and repairs. Service truck, mowers, four-wheeler, etc., and ensure the vehicles used by the owners are maintained and filled with gas/ready for use during visits. The requirements for the 2nd position are to provide regular deep cleaning of the primary and five guest homes. Responsibilities to include dusting, mopping, vacuuming, window cleaning, laundry washing and folding, grill and fireplace cleaning, etc. Coordinate with the owner regarding grocery needs. Shop for food and supplies, place in bins and refrigerator as appropriate. Bring in the owner’s mail daily. Must have prior experience with and be capable of cleaning and upkeep of homes, as well as food purchases. For both positions, candidates must be flexible with work schedules as these are not typical 8-5 jobs. While the owner and guests are off-site, work hours will be typical 8-hour day Monday – Friday. While the owner and guests are in residence, staff are needed to work adjusted schedules to accommodate. The team will be expected to keep the homes and grounds at a guest-ready level throughout the year regardless of the owner’s schedule. This is a long-term opportunity for a stable couple. Candidates must be able to lift over 50 pounds and be capable of doing physical labor. Candidates must be able to pass a background screen. A competitive salary, housing, utilities, and a work truck for ranch use, etc. is included. To apply, please forward a resume for both applicants to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

LIVE-IN CARETAKER COUPLE needed for part-time cooking/cleaning in the Rhinebeck NY Area. Must be able to take care of our home (an old converted Inn built in 1780 and set in beautiful grounds) with the owners (a couple with three children) visiting less than 100 days per year, as well as rentals when they happen where tips are earned in addition to the compensation below. Long hours required in the summer seasons and substantial down time in the winter months to explore Dutchess County, hiking and pursue personal hobbies when the house is not occupied. Chef/Housekeeper/Caretaker job knowledge and expectations require culinary experience, must be knowledgeable about maintaining, cleaning and preserving a wide variety of surfaces, follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies, be able to self-motivate and work independently without supervision, maintenance of the property, basic cooking (must be familiar with, and have worked with, standard kitchen equipment), and cleaning, plan and serve the menu according to the home owner’s needs, shop for food and kitchen supplies and equipment, stock, organize and clean the kitchen, plan and prepare food for parties on occasion. Previous culinary/hotel experience a huge plus. Compensation will be $40,000 for a maximum of 150 days of cooking/cleaning, plus housing and utilities provided as caretakers for the basic oversight of the property. Accommodation is one open studio apartment so this would be most suitable to couples. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

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My name is Bobby, I’m 40-years-old and have been trying to get a business off the ground in North Idaho for the past several years. I am looking for a caretaker position, paid or unpaid in the Coeur d’Alene area. My family owns a ranch in Texas so I have spent my entire life maintaining land. I can use almost any tool and do almost anything. If I don’t know how to do it I will learn. My mechanical knowledge is lacking. I don’t have any tattoos, quit smoking, quit coffee, drink occasionally, and have no criminal record. My email is [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, June 16, 2020

California

OUR CLIENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH are looking for an educated and experienced professional Family Assistant/Nanny to join a wonderful team of nannies who help care for their five children, ages seven to 13-years-old. This is a permanent, year round position with a long term outlook and Mom and Dad are happy to guarantee 40 hours per week at $30 – $40 per hour (depending on experience). This family does require flexibility regarding the schedule but hours will generally fall between 1pm – 9pm. We’re looking for someone who is academically strong, a great role model and quite comfortable and efficient in assisting with the smooth running of a home. This family takes COVID guidelines seriously and will ask for maximum vigilance in this regard. This is a very special team of nannies and we really are looking for a nanny who is strong on character, kind and hard working. Applicants should please email their resume directly to [Contact info available to subscribers] with Newport Beach – Family Assistant in the subject line. We thank you in advance for your interest in this position!

Hawaii

ALOHA FROM THE BIG ISLAND OF HAWAII. Escape the cold, and exchange your environment for the tropics. Our 2.25-acre estate in Kona is in need of an individual who can care for its landscape, gardens, and general maintenance. I will entertain a couple for this opportunity, with the other half of the team tending to high-end housekeeping. This commitment is for a minimum of 90 days, but a longer-term position could be possible, if all parties are content. This position is available now. If hired, one can expect round trip airfare from your nearest major airport to Kona, Hawaii. While on the property, we will provide you with private hi-end accommodations with cable and Wi-Fi, maid service once a week, gourmet breakfast and dinner, and a negotiated stipend. Lastly, we will occasionally give you free use of a vehicle to explore the island. We are in one of the most beautiful parts of Hawaii, and I believe the in the world. We are seeking a self-motivated, organized, in shape and strong, and very tidy and clean individual, who will work 30+ hours a week to upkeep our estate’s land, agriculture, and gardens. We are willing to train in our procedures, but you must have experience. There are occasions where we have to do a little sanding and painting, and pressure washing. We live in a jungle where it is absolutely necessary to spray herbicides and insecticides. We do our best to be as organic as possible. You must be proficient and competent in using a commercial mower, weed eater, blower, hedge trimmer, chain saw, and pole saw. We use mostly Stihl equipment, and have an echo weed eater, and a commercial mower by Honda. This equipment will be your responsibility to maintain, and you should be able to do light repairs on them. You will have to tend to all fertilizing and weed maintenance. You must be competent in installing, maintaining, and repairing irrigation. We use Toro products. We have over 60 different fruit and spice trees, and edible berries and bushes, vegetable and herb gardens, and a ¾ acre botanical garden with rare palms, Heliconia, and Gingers. We are in the process of adding three lotus and lily ponds, and in July we are hoping to open our pigmy goat farm. It is fabulous, but it is hard work to maintain all of them. If you love plants and the outdoors, this is your dream job. The property has a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. It is a spectacular place. If you feel this position might be your calling, please send me your resume and a list of references. I will review them and give you a call to set up an interview time. I can do Skype and FaceTime. No drug use, non-smoker, and responsible alcohol use! Please have one of these options available for your interviews. All applicants will be subject to background checks. You may contact me, [Contact info available to subscribers]for questions. Please forward resumes and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] and include the terms “House of Kona, caretakers” in the subject line of your e-mail. Responses should be received within 48 hours. Aloha and mahalo!

New Zealand

HOUSE RENOVATION HELPERS WANTED in Morningside (a suburb of Auckland). I have space for one to three people to help me build a stone wall and paint my house. I have a large house, on top of a hill, and an easy 15 minute walk to Whangarei center. We work a half day (four to five hours of work time), in exchange for food and board. I have one single bed, plus one comfortable sofa, plus one foam mattress. We will take turns cooking (but I pay for all food). The food is good, have a beer, and the house is spacious, and has a balcony overlooking the city. I have ultra-fast Wi-Fi (unlimited). I will take you caving and other stuff around here, depending on the weather, etc. I have done heaps of travelling myself and am pretty relaxed. I’ve had about 50 travelers come to stay here, usually they stay for a week or a month. For more details, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] Cheers!

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QUIET COUPLE seek a long-term house sitting or caretaking position in Austin, Texas. We have handyman, maintenance and technical skills and are very good at fixing things. We have experience with hospitality, pet care, gardening and landscaping. Will consider all types of housing. No kids, smoking, drinking, or drugs. We have one dog and one cat. Excellent references can be provided. Please email us at [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

Monday, June 15, 2020

Australia

CARETAKER COUPLE WANTED. We are a family owned sheep wool property seeking a short-term (approximately three months) caretaker couple with their own van so that we can be away from the property for short periods of time. If you are a reliable, active, outdoor couple with your own van and currently located in Queensland, we would like to hear from you. We will provide a site for your van, free power and water, access to the bathroom and laundry, as well as a weekly retainer to undertake agreed caretaking responsibilities (stock/water runs and watering the garden). When stock or property work is happening and you are interested to participate, we will negotiate an additional day pay rate for that work. Being a short drive on bitumen to the town of Barcaldine, we have excellent mobile coverage and easy access to essential services in a friendly community. The location means that you can enjoy the expanse and isolation of living on a working sheep and cattle property, whilst in close proximity to a well serviced town. Please call

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California

LIVE-IN ANIMAL CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED on 6½ beautiful acres in Murrieta, CA. Care is for our four dogs, five horses, and two mini-donkeys. Feeding and clean up required. Must have considerable horse experience. The job also comes with living space, TV, internet, phone, electricity and water. Available now. Prefer a couple, as someone needs to be home a majority of the time to help with the dogs. Small salary, benefits, and a trailer provided. For more information and to apply, please call

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Idaho

SEEKING A LOPER/STALL CLEANER for a cutting horse facility in Bellevue, Idaho. Cutting trainer seeking a loper to ride show horses and help clean stalls at the ranch in Bellevue. Traveling and loping at shows is a necessity. Room in a shared living situation is a possibility for the right individual. Bi-weekly salary provided. The opportunity to ride two year olds is a possibility. To apply, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Mexico

HOUSE SITTER needed in Truth or Consequences, NM from August 1 through August 30. We have a three bedroom/two bathroom house near some local hot springs. We have a cat that the house sitter will need to care for. We need someone or a couple (sorry, no other children or pets allowed) for almost the entire month of August. One of our vehicles will be available for your use. Serious inquiries should email their interest and references to The Caretaker Gazette at caretaker@caretaker.org All responses will then be forwarded.

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CARETAKER COUPLE LOOKING FOR NEXT GIG. We have been taking care of a 260-year-old farmhouse and the almost 12 acres of the property on which it sits. We both love the outdoors, and are committed to doing the best job possible. We are a couple in our late 30’s, make a good team, work well together and do not smoke or do drugs. Our current gig has required painting, plowing, lawn mowing, gardening, minor repairs, repairing fences, cleaning, etc. Getting this old place ready to sell at the end of our stay. Although we would love to find a similar situation, we are open to other possibilities… One of us is a mail carrier for the USPS, and the other is a personal assistant (more flexibility in hours). We have our own tools, and a cat. Would like to find a position within a 25 mile radius of Ridgefield, CT. Please email

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Monday, June 8, 2020

California

ST. HELENA IN NAPA VALLEY. Are you a refined, career housekeeper who takes pride in keeping a home pristine and organized? Daily light to medium cleaning (a deep cleaner comes weekly), make beds, do laundry (clothing and linens), errands, and some ironing. Strong cooking skills are a huge plus. Vegetable and herb garden on the grounds for you to utilize daily. Make fresh, healthy, seasonal cuisine. Help with elegant entertaining. This is a LIVE ON-SITE opportunity for ONE person. A one bedroom, 1,200 sq. ft. furnished cottage will be provided. Be part of a stable, long term multi-staffed team. MUST have longevity in previous housekeeping roles (5+ years in each position), verifiable stellar references and experience working in formal homes. Flexibility to work weekends when principle is in residence. Will always have two days off/week. $75,000 plus housing, plus benefits. This search is being led by [Contact info available to subscribers] Please submit your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] Due to high volume of responses only those meeting the requirements will be contacted. Thank you for your interest!

Colorado

FULL-TIME ASSISTANT RANCH CARETAKER NEEDED at a private guest ranch in Rand, Colorado. This year around position in Northern Colorado includes an annual salary of $35,000, benefits and housing. I’m looking for someone to help take care of a private guest ranch for friends and family. Must be willing to help with: trail rides, fencing, irrigation, feeding, cleaning cabins and whatever may arise. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] and I will be in touch, as this is an immediate position available.

Hawaii

ALOHA FROM THE BIG ISLAND OF HAWAII. Escape, and exchange your environment for the tropics. We have a 2.25-acre estate in Kona and are in need of an individual with finish carpentry skills, light plumbing and electrical, painting, and general maintenance. This commitment is for a minimum of 90 days, however if all parties are content the contract can be long-term. This position will be open as of mid-July 2020. If hired, one can expect a round trip ticket from your nearest major airport to Kona, Hawaii. While on the property, we will provide you with private hi-end accommodations, free cable and Wi-Fi, maid service once a week, gourmet breakfast and dinner daily, and a negotiated stipend (?). Lastly, we will occasionally give you free use of a vehicle to explore the island. We are in one of the most beautiful parts of Hawaii, and I believe in the world. No drug use, non-smoker, and responsible alcohol use! The applicant must have his or her own health and auto insurance coverage. This is a “Work for Hire” position and does not imply employment. We are seeking a self-motivated, organized, in shape and strong, and very tidy and clean individual, who will work 30+ hours a week to upkeep our estate. We are willing to train in our procedures, but you must have experience and be proficient in the following areas: there are occasions where we have projects which include sanding and painting, pressure washing, and tiling. It is also important to have some skills in plumbing and electrical. We undertake many small and large projects that need to be accomplished in between the general maintenance responsibilities. A fully equipped woodshop is onsite. You must be proficient and competent in using the following; saws (miter, circular, jig, band, table, scroll, plunge circular, tile saw, and sawzall), multi-tool, tenon and biscuit joiners, routers, planers, drills and drill press, dremel tool, sanders and belt sanders, finish sprayers, and a 10.rotary laser. In addition to the use of the above tools, you would be responsible for the maintenance and light repairs of these tools. We have over 50 different fruit and spice trees and bushes, vegetable and herb gardens, and a ¾ acre botanical garden with rare palms, Heliconia, and Gingers. It is fabulous. We all work hard here, and we believe in quality over quantity. Our motto is; “If you undertake a project with us, do it to your fullest potential, or don’t even bother” We encourage good ideas, creativity, and a team approach. The property has a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. It is a spectacular place. If you feel this position might be your calling, please give me a call to set up an interview (I can do Skype and FaceTime) and please send me your resume and references, as well. All applicants will be subject to background checks. You may contact me, [Contact info available to subscribers] for questions. Aloha and mahalo! Please forward resumes and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] and include the terms “House of Kona, caretakers” in the subject line of your email. My response should be received within 48 hours

Texas

PRIVATE HUNTING RANCH CARETAKER(S) NEEDED, south of Hebbronville, TX. The [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for an individual or couple to clean the lodge (daily) and guest rooms (as needed) and guide quarters (weekly). The caretaker(s) will also need to help with meal prep and clean-up when possible. No cooking required. If a couple, duties would include maintenance around the headquarters area, groundskeeping and some vehicle cleaning, light errands, etc. Could be either full-time or an August – February position. This is one of the premier natural ranches in the state of Texas. Salary will be based upon experience, and housing is offered. To apply, please forward your resume to

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NEED NEXT LONG-TERM PART-TIME RURAL CARETAKING GIG PRONTO as this 3.5 year one is ending unexpectedly soon. Want animal (horses, cows, goats, whatever) or property care, will do most other farm tasks cheerfully and competently, though as an old fart don’t want to work hard long hours regularly. Might consider child or elder care, experienced with both. Reliable, trustworthy, flexible, female, problem solver, ethical, easy-going. Have limited retirement income so small stipend would be handy. Prefer western US, any rural-ish site anywhere considered. Need quiet clean no smoking/drinking/druggie space, rustic isolated off-grid completely acceptable, experienced with solar and water catchment, comfortable chopping wood. Travel with civilized dog used to farm life (good ratter), reliable all-wheel drive Subaru and limited tools. Please call me at [Contact info available to subscribers] if you think we might could help each other.

Hello! I am a 59-year-old male (soon to be 60) looking for a full-time salaried position … in the past 30 years I have done a lot of side work including landscaping, a lot of roofing and interior repairs and updates. I have also roughly 15 years of caring for a local doctor/friend’s home and property. I have 35 plus years manufacturing experience 20 of which were in supervision although this past year I have been working for a company installing drop ceilings. I need to find the next adventure to take me through the next 20 years. You can contact me by phone at [Contact info available to subscribers] I look forward to hearing from you, Craig

Tuesday, June 2, 2020

Alabama

SUMMER CARETAKER JOB AVAILABLE in Robertsdale, Alabama for someone with their own RV. I am looking for a caretaker for just this summer. Duties will include groundskeeper work, consisting of mowing the grass, keeping the property up, and presenting a presence on the property. Compensation will only be full hook-ups for your RV. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

A PRIVATE RANCH is looking for a full-time, year-round caretaker/ranch manager for our 300 acres near Lake City, Colorado. Includes three large dwellings, a large workshop and barn, and two irrigated pastures. A combination of general mechanic, construction, and agricultural experience required. Backhoe, tractor, and vehicle operation/maintenance required. Road, pond, and river maintenance as well as pasture with large irrigation system. General household maintenance and cleaning. Looking for a self-starter and someone with initiative. Benefits package available. Full-time housing available on ranch. References required. Salary based on experience. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] Please email only, as we are not taking calls at this time.

New Jersey

SEEKING EXPERIENCED CARETAKERS for an equine sustainable farm on 52 acres in Stockton, NJ, located in the beautiful Delaware Valley. Flexible work options available: part-time, temporary or permanent, live off- or on-site in a picturesque, historic home. Six month lease, ability to renew, fair wages, work-for-rent option. Long-term position preferred. Are you the right person, couple, or pair to join our hardworking team? If you’re interested in either the equine or the agricultural positions or both, and if you can check all the boxes below relative to your interest and experience, we’d love to hear from you. Priority Position: Assistant Manager, Equine Business/Farm Manager. Experience required: 5+ consecutive years all-around caring for horses, including pasture and manure management, stall and arena maintenance; knowledgeable in equine health and medical care; honed business management; skills in accounting, insurance, workplace policies essential! Skilled in buying and selling horses, with a keenly-trained eye to assess horse wellness and movement; background/skills in hospitality, customer service, and event management; experience driving, loading and unloading a two or more horse trailers; knowledge of horse sport conditioning/rehabilitation, cross training; in-hand, on-ground exercises; driving experience (horse or pony); reining; Western skills experience organizing horse shows (on any level). Agricultural Position: experience required. Three to five year’s agricultural/farm experience needed, small engine and electric power tool experience, handyperson experience, knowledge of tools/basic carpentry, knowledge of native plants and sustainable practices preferred, but will train. Personal Qualities needed for both positions: work well with management, take direction well, willing to learn and be part of a team, dependable exceptional people and customer service skills, detail-oriented, highly organized, analytical focused, diligent, efficient, resourceful, creative, diligent problem solver, mature, honest, thoughtful, culturally informed, energetic, hard-working perfectionist, polite, kind, trustworthy, respectful of seniority, thrives in a professional environment, insists on keeping neat, clean workplace conditions, project-driven, deadline oriented, flexible, willing to work various jobs, small to large, understand the big picture of our business. Requirements needed for both positions: must have a valid driver’s license, own a car or truck, provide employment and landlord referrals, must be authorized to work in U.S., able to lift 50 lbs., be a High School graduate with some college preferred, wear proper work shoes and clothing, be able to work odd hours, have a flexible schedule, and be on call. If you’re qualified and ready, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Mexico

A NEW MEXICO RANCH needs horse care help, plus trail riding with the owner. Help needed at Spotted Horse Ranch, which is a private home to trail ride in Mimbres, NM. Responsibilities will include feeding and riding eight dead broke horses, live in a small guest house, feed two trail dogs, and water outside flowers if needed. Salary is negotiable. To apply, please forward your resume to

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Pennsylvania

A PREMIER HUNTING AND FISHING CLUB, located in North Central Pennsylvania, is seeking full-time caretaker(s). A two person team is preferred to provide meals and maintain cleanliness of the clubhouse. This is a live-in position with salary, benefits, housing and utilities provided. Benefits include healthcare, retirement savings plan and paid vacation. Hunting and fishing privileges are not part of the employment arrangement. Prior restaurant or large group cooking experience preferred. Skilled personal computing use in Word and Excel is desired. Annual performance reviews will be conducted. Applicants must consent to criminal background and credit checks. Please email letters of interest and a resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] no later than July 25, 2020.

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38-YEAR-OLD FEMALE AND WELL-BEHAVED PUP seeking a position on a ranch/property in Montana. Livingston and surrounding areas preferred, but interested in the Greater Yellowstone region – Wyoming and Idaho included. Open to the right fit in California. Spent the last three summers managing guest and property details on a remote cattle ranch in Montana; four previous running a business in Jackson Hole. Accustomed to the many hats/ability to adapt that ranch living requires. Looking for full-time work or a part-time chore/housing arrangement that would allow time to build my photography clientele. Especially interested in being a house manager on private property or support on a working ranch – reach out with any needs/scenarios you have and let’s see if we’re a good fit! Great communicator, quick learner and pleasant to work with! Strong interest in working with livestock. Detail-oriented, great at anticipating needs, knack for inventory/stocking, and able to manage sub-contractors. Years of customer/guest services experience – enjoy planning/hosting guests and events. Organized and tech savvy – happy to help with marketing/admin needs. Resume, references and letter of recommendation available. Interests include photography, fly-fishing, regenerative agriculture, conservation, land stewardship, silversmithing, horseback riding, and historic preservation. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, May 26, 2020

Alaska

A REMOTE HISTORIC LODGE in the Alaska Wilderness is looking for a caretaker couple. [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a hardworking, self-motivated couple for a permanent position as caretakers of [Contact info available to subscribers] This a unique opportunity to live at Alaska’s oldest hunting and recreation lodge, established in 1937. Our Lodge is a fly-in only lodge (off the road system) and is located 125 miles from Anchorage (the nearest city). The lodge is made up of 12 log cabins and several other sheds situated on five acres of private property. There is no other private properties or neighbors close by, it’s a self-sufficient type situation, we produce our own electricity by diesel generator and have our own well and septic. The lodge hosts high end guests and provides first class service for hunting and eco-tour clientele on a seasonal basis. The main tasks each day is to report the weather for the FAA and feed our horses. Reporting the weather is easy once we teach you, but you will have to study, take a test and pass to become certified through the National Weather Service. The weather is reported about seven times a day and takes 5-10 minutes to do each report, it is important for small aircraft flying through the area to know what the weather is doing. We have about 20 horses which are primarily free range but come in each morning, we hook them up feed them a grain pellet, let them eat and come back an hour later to release them. It is difficult to list every potential task that may arise but being remote you have to be self-sufficient and learn how to improvise if/when things break or go wrong. Being so remote it could take a week or longer to get a repair person to the lodge. Problem solving and thinking outside the box are huge assets to operating smoothly out there. Some tasks could include pumping fuel, unloading planes, maintenance on generator and snow machines, shoveling snow, splitting firewood, cleaning lodge, helping weathered in guests or snowmachiners riding through, fixing potential electrical, plumbing, satellite, or mechanical problems that may arise. We are also a check point for the following races Iditarod, Iron Dog, Ultra Sport. Our family comes out to assist during those times (Mid-February – end of March). Some physical strength is required as horse feed bags weigh 50lbs, fuel containers weigh about 100lbs and propane tanks weigh about 200lbs. All that being said it is typically a low stress, peaceful life style where you can work at your own pace as long as things are being cared for. We are looking for year round or seasonal caretakers and would ideally like someone to start in July 2020. We are at the lodge June through September for our summer and hunting season but could use a caretaker couple during that time as well. We have traditionally hired one couple to watch the place from October 1st – June 1st but we would be open to hiring two to three different couples to split up that time if it works better. We would also be open for someone who wanted to stay longer. Our last caretakers have been with us about 12 years and their health/age will no longer allow them to be out there. You will live right at the lodge so room and board is included as a large part of your pay, you will also receive a stipend starting at $1,500/month for the two of you. An increase in pay may become an option based on experience and job performance. Some other living expenses are covered as well as we provide internet, phone, TV, etc. The job does not pay much because of the high cost of having people out there, our caretakers take the job for the lifestyle more than the pay. It truly is a peaceful, unique way of life living off the grid. We tell our caretakers to plan on one supply plane a month during the slow times of year, although we often end up with more. We are a non-smoking, non-marijuana facility, with no pets. Thank you for your time and interest. Please email your resume and references to

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Australia

ONSITE CARETAKER WANTED for the [Contact info available to subscribers] in Queensland. Accommodation provided in a two bedroom residence in return for 15 hours caretaking and general duties. This would suit a retired or semi-retired, active, self-motivated individual or couple. Must have gardening and handyman skills. Applications by mail detailing your work history and suitability for the position to be sent to [Contact info available to subscribers] Applications close at midnight Friday June 5th.

California

FARSI SPEAKING ROOMMATE/CARETAKER NEEDED in Woodland Hills. Looking for a roommate/caretaker who can help with light housekeeping/cooking, and grocery shopping in Woodland Hills. A master bedroom, parking, and food will be provided for free. Salary is $1,500.00 a month. Experience required in caretaking. Farsi speaking preferred. You must own a vehicle and have a valid driver’s license. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] with any questions and to apply, or call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER needed at a private ranch near Telluride, CO. Seeking a highly motivated, experienced, self-starting individual to become the Assistant Property Manager at a family owned ranch. This individual will live on-site or nearby and be involved in all aspects of the operations and maintenance of the grounds and buildings. The Assistant Property Manager will take direction from, and report to, the Property Manager and the owners of the property, a private family. Responsibilities include maintaining and improving the forested lands. This includes clearing deadfall and cleaning the forest to improve aesthetics and lower the danger of Wildfire, as well as, trail construction and design. Maintain all buildings and roads. Preparation of the Main House and property for the owners and guest visits, assisting in ongoing improvement projects, removal of trash and recycling, and snow removal. Develop and implement preventative maintenance plans including maintenance schedule/calendar for all equipment, make recommendations for equipment replacement and purchase. Ensure equipment and inventories are properly maintained and securely stored for both operational and safety reasons. Oversee and understand the operation of all property systems, including: HVAC, electrical, plumbing, lighting, hot tub, and the alarm/security system. Oversee and maintain irrigation system. Provide on-site presence in the absence of the Property Manager. Operate heavy machinery including the Skid Steer, mini excavator, and mid-size tractor with hay cutting attachments. Maintain landscaping, gardens and fences. Provide supervision to seasonal employees engaged in property maintenance activities and oversight to various vendors and independent contractors working on the property. Oversee security of the property and privacy of the owners. Keep all the road vehicles and equipment maintained and serviced, including routine maintenance, inspections and tracking of warranties and recalls, as well as special needs/requests. Use sound judgment and discretion to protect the property, employees, and owners. The owners are strong advocates of conservation and environmental sustainability. Environmentally friendly practices should be utilized which minimize soil erosion/degradation and optimize natural resources and wildlife. Salary will be $60,000 – $ 70,000 depending on experience. A housing allowance is a possibility if relocating to the area. The in-season (April – October) work schedule will be 50+ hours per week, the off-season (November – March) work schedule will be 10-20 hours per week. If interested, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Zealand

WAIHEKE ISLAND CARETAKER COUPLE POSITION is available on Waiheke Island. A physically active couple are sought for the position of joint caretakers on a private Waiheke Island property. The joint roles include maintenance of lawns, pathways, ponds, gardens, buildings and other structures plus cleaning of domestic dwellings and a guest accommodation cottage. The main attributes sought are: fitness (there is a lot of grass slashing, gravel path maintenance, clearing fallen trees, weed spraying, house and roof painting, gardening, etc.); health and safety (it’s important to follow all H&S requirements of working with machinery and occasional work on scaffolding); practical (it is important to have some practical building maintenance and repair skills); personality (need to have the ability to work alongside the owners and be adaptable to change. Good communication skills required for dealing with visitors). An annual salary plus a small two bedroom cottage located on the property comprise the remuneration package. The cottage is not suitable for children. Applicants must have an AWD or 4WD vehicle. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] Applications will close when a suitable couple is found.

Tennessee

LOOKING FOR A COUPLE to operate a 13 room Bed and Breakfast in the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. The [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for friendly upbeat, non-smoking, dependable, energetic, Innkeepers for a year-round position. Must be warm, friendly, personable, service detail-oriented and able to prioritize tasks. Must be professional, customer service oriented, have strong organizational and customer relation skills, be self-motivated and detail oriented. Innkeeper’s responsibilities include but are not limited to: administrative task, phone and online reservations, marketing, guest services, cleaning, cooking, grounds and building maintenance and serving breakfast. Compensation includes living quarters with bedroom living room, kitchen and bathroom, all utilities, monthly salary and a possible bonus. At least one of the applicants must have commercial cooking experience. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

WE ARE LOOKING FOR AN EXPERIENCED COUPLE, one of whom is also an experienced chef, (able to handle an upscale breakfast and dinner in the hotel and other meals when needed when the [Contact info available to subscribers] restaurant is closed) to manage [Contact info available to subscribers] in Paint Bank, Virginia (a remote county). Originally constructed in the early 1900’s, the newly-renovated [Contact info available to subscribers] holds six exquisitely furnished bedrooms, parlor, dining room, and a meeting room. Pair this with other venues that offer one-of-a-kind lodging experiences (i.e. glamps, caboose, and log cabins). Seeking positive, energetic, and passionate people who are dedicated to delivering a premium experience to every guest. Duties will include but are not limited to: Check-ins, taking reservations, marketing, managing housekeeping staff, handling guest needs and complaints, meal preparation, record keeping and reporting, and all other day-to-day operations necessary to accommodate guests. Computer skills necessary to handle online bookings through Resnexus and use Microsoft Office. Strong communication and teamwork skills are a must. Housing and competitive salaries offered. To learn more, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] Those interested should email a resume with references and availability to

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I am a 44-year-old female in good health. I am currently live outside El Paso, TX and am looking for any opportunity preferably in the Southwest, but will consider WY, MT, UT ( if seasonally). I was looking to either caretake/upkeep a place including but not limited to tend to cattle, horses, etc., yard, house, vehicles, equipment, etc. I don’t consider myself a Cowgirl nor a highly experienced rider, but I know my way around horses and am willing to learn. I’m very handy and can run tractors, skid steers, stick shift, back up a trailer, use power tools, chain saw, you name it. I can use reasoning skills and problem solve. And what I may not know I am a very fast learner. I can take instructions yet also run the show without my hand held. I would not mind also helping out an elder Rancher who may be better off with someone around to help out and also look after things (I’m not nurse per say material, but I can be around for safety ). I can be a great side hand lady. I can help with cattle during day and cook/clean at night, etc. I have worked as a caretaker on a ranch in Wyoming in the past and have helped on a few ranches, raised a bunch of my own livestock as well. I do not drink, use drugs or have any criminal history. Salary is not all I’m looking for, I’m looking to fit in somewhere and help take care of things. I do come with two small dogs and a 10- year-old Mare and Gelding. I can email my resume upon request and can supply excellent references upon deciding if it would be a good fit for us all. You can email me at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, May 20, 2020

Australia

Colorado

[Contact info available to subscribers] are looking for a superb individual or couple to come out to the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains and work at our colorful, funky, and fun hostel this coming winter season. Mingle with guests from around the world, learn the in’s and out’s of a small business, and enjoy the endless activities that surround this beautiful area. Daily tasks will include: checking in guests, detail oriented cleaning and bed making, taking reservations, laundry, and answering phone calls. A commitment of at least one month is preferred, however, longer stays are an option. In return, we offer a comfortable place for you to stay, time off when you want it and the opportunity to make new friends every day! The hostel includes a large communal kitchen, living space, private and shared rooms, multiple bathrooms and of course, a large costume closet. Outside we have yard games, BBQ, fire pit, hammocks, bikes, and gardens for everyone to enjoy. The area we live in is exceptionally beautiful and loaded with world class biking, climbing, rafting, hiking, and skiing. We are truly “a bed between adventures”. If interested, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Michigan

SEEKING A DOMESTIC CARETAKER OR COUPLE in the Traverse City, Michigan area (local candidates only). This is a great immediate opportunity for an experienced housekeeper or domestic couple to maintain a large, family vacation home. This is a very hands-on position which involves housekeeping, laundry, running errands, driving and supervising vendors/contractors. Must also be able to do heavy lifting, basic handyman skills and safely operate a boat/jet ski, split firewood, etc. The caretaker/couple must have a very friendly yet professional, service-oriented demeanor to accommodate the family and many guests. The ideal candidate(s) has held a similar role in a large family estate, bed & breakfast, lodge/resort or hotel. The principals are seeking a candidate(s) already living close to the Traverse City area. This is a live-out, year-round salaried position: responsibilities will be very minimal during the winter season except when the principals are in residence. Please send your resume to

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Vermont

HOUSE SITTER NEEDED IN BENNINGTON COUNTY for this summer, probably starting around the middle of June through the end of September. I have a beautiful home, not far from Green Mountain National Forest. I have one well behaved small dog and several cats, but no attention is required. You will have your own large single bedroom, log fires and tranquility. This is an ideal break-away for a reliable, trustworthy house sitter. For more details, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Monday, May 18, 2020

California

RANCH CARETAKER NEEDED in Three Rivers, CA, near Sequoia National Park. Full-time caretaker position is for a 160 acre, off-grid ranch starting in May or June. Must be a non-smoker, dependable and clean. Ole Bear Ranch lies at the base of Sequoia Park and Mineral King. Duties will include: pasture irrigation, irrigation repairs, mowing, dirt road and barb-wire fence maintenance (cattle do most of the mowing). Basic knowledge of plumbing and electrical, propane (solar/P.V.) systems a plus. Included are a monthly stipend and caretaker cabin with wood heat, propane stove, small refrigerator and bathroom. To apply, please forward your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Connecticut

I NEED A RELIABLE HOUSE SITTER who likes cats to stay in my Fairfield County home from July 15 through December 31. I have three well-mannered cats to care for and am searching for a true cat-lover. This is a rent-free position, with no salary. 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.

Illinois

LANDSCAPING AND GARDENING HELP NEEDED on an enchanting property. Preferably a couple, family, or individual. Must be willing to relocate and live a peaceful life on our 150-year-old, 80 acre farm located one hour outside of Chicago. We are not commercial; it’s a relaxed environment with beautiful facilities. We have a natural spring pond, fishing, canoes, sand volleyball, tennis court, pavilion, wooded trails, farm animals, horse stables, and a loving, open-minded family awaiting the ones who want to become part of this caring team. Ideal backgrounds in: -Groundskeeping/Landscaping (weeding, mowing, maintaining and clearing trails, etc.) -Mechanical/Machinery skills (farm equipment knowledge; use and maintenance) -Handyman skills -Livestock experience (feeding; small number of animals) -Construction (mending fences, home projects, etc.) -Event planning like weddings In exchange, you will be provided with a house (separate from the main residence), free utilities/rent, use of a vehicle, and use of any facilities on the property. Quality of life – living the dream. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mexico

SHELTER IN PARADISE! Seeking caretaker(s) for a ranch near a spectacular beach on the Pacific Coast of Mexico. Comfortable housing, internet, dipping pool with ocean view and food stipend in exchange for two to three hours per day maintenance, light animal care and yard work. Mid-June through mid-October commitment with longer-term situation possible. Candidate(s) must be intermediate or higher Spanish, very comfortable in nature, and passionate about sustainability. Experience with ranch life or Latin America a plus. References required. Please email

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Oregon

[Contact info available to subscribers]- freshly renovated in downtown Hood River, Oregon. Learn/serve in all aspects of business operations. The Inn is situated for major growth… with a strong team! Hood River is the epicenter of the breathtaking Columbia River Gorge – highly livable community famous for world-class outdoor recreation. Starting compensation commensurate with experience (starting $30,000 – $42,000) and scheduled to increase upon hitting revenue goals. If you help revenue grow, your compensation will grow and soon! Salary increase scheduled at three month intervals upon hitting revenue benchmarks to $59,000 within the first year. Must be a sharp hustler seeking a growth organization! Coordinate guest services and landscaping/housekeeping teams; willing to take-on any task when needed; we value front of house skills and back of house willingness! No breakfast duties. Well-supported position is year round, includes housing and generous food stipend. 5½ days a week plus one month paid vacation. Please send your resume to caretakergazette@gmail.com with “Oregon Inn Position” in the Subject Line for our forwarding purposes. Thanks.

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Highly dependable family of four seeks property caretaker position. Husband (38) and wife (36) share all duties – from general household repair and maintenance including electricity, plumbing and basic carpentry to intermediate landscaping with commercial equipment experience. Entire family knows general domestic duties. Must love animals – we have a small breed dog and two guinea pigs. Looking for housing/utilities plus monthly wage in exchange for full time management of your property. Long-term commitment 10+ years. Willing to relocate for right opportunity. Please call/text: [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hello! I am a 59-year-old male (soon to be 60) looking for a full-time salaried position … in the past 30 years I have done a lot of side work including landscaping, a lot of roofing and interior repairs and updates. I have also roughly 15 years of caring for a local doctor/friend’s home and property. I have 35 plus years manufacturing experience 20 of which were in supervision although this past year I have been working for a company installing drop ceilings. I need to find the next adventure to take me through the next 20 years. You can contact me by phone at [Contact info available to subscribers] I look forward to hearing from you, Craig

Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Arkansas

HOUSE SITTER WANTED from July 1 through September 1, 2020. We are looking for a mature single, or couple (no children please) who are healthy and English-speaking to live rent-free in a separate guest house located in a prestigious gated community near Little Rock. Living quarters, including utilities, provided in exchange for house sitting when we are away. No pets, no smoking, and the house sitter must have car in good working condition. Our guesthouse is large and modern with full bath, small kitchen, and a new washer and dryer. Will need to collect our mail and ensure that our gardener and pool service come out on a weekly basis. If you feel that this is a good fit for you, please email why this is a good fit and send checkable references to

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Connecticut

LIVE-IN CARETAKER JOB AVAILABLE at a Greenwich Estate. This couple with adult children and two dogs is looking to hire an experienced hands-on caretaker to oversee their large property in Greenwich, Connecticut. The position is year-round, live-in at the separate guest house. This job requires someone who is flexible, resourceful, who has handled a job like this before, can maintain machinery and buildings, mow the grass and trim the hedges, keep the pool clean, can interface with vendors, fix things inside and outside the house, and do some landscaping. Must be flexible to work weekends if needed. Salary will depend on experience. To apply, please send your professional caretaker resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks.

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Tuesday, May 12, 2020

Australia

[Contact info available to subscribers] in Western Australia is looking for a couple as Builder-Handy Man and Versatile Partner with options of Station Stay Camp Host, Cook and/or Cleaner. The job for the builder is to renovate dongas plus routine maintenance. Accommodation can be provided or live in your own caravan with amenities supplied. For more information and our contact info, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

GRAZING ASSISTANCE HELP NEEDED at a Regenerative Farm. We are building a 130-acre regenerative farm in Rescue, California. We are looking for someone to assist with establishing rotational grazing of cows, goats and sheep. Part-time to full-time for a few months or years or part-time contract consulting. Housing available. Must have experience with grazing animals. Ideally, you will have a shepherd dog. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Kansas

CARETAKER/RURAL FARMSTEAD APPRENTICE WANTED in north-central Kansas. Isolated country living awaits the outdoor enthusiast. Offering rustic five acre homestead with house, barn, outbuildings, fruit trees, and brambles, panoramas in exchange for windbreak maintenance and property improvements. Equipment available for tillage, carpentry, chickens, apiculture, aquaculture, critters. Long-term applicants preferred, tell me of your interest to live on and renovate a High Plains throwback. Organic preferred, but surrounded by conventional. Lots of birds, wind, things to do, easy social distancing. Close to Rock City. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Monday, May 11, 2020

Colorado

Montana

HOW ABOUT A FUN SUMMER JOB meeting new people and living in the mountains? [Contact info available to subscribers] is a family-owned and operated guest ranch on the spectacular Rocky Mountain Front. We are seeking a mature, outgoing individual with a ready smile, willingness to work hard, have fun, and a love of the outdoors and people. This position works in both housekeeping and the kitchen. Duties include cleaning cabins, lodge, and public areas, occasional yard work, or working in the gift shop. Kitchen duties include setting up the dining room, serving and cleanup. It is a very team-oriented position in a fun work environment. Excellent customer service skills required. As with most dude ranches, we compensate you in several ways. You will receive full room and board, a monthly salary, gratuities, and the opportunity to work and play in a spectacular setting. To apply please forward your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Mexico

SEEKING A PERSON OR COUPLE FOR RANCH CARETAKING on an eight section ranch at [Contact info available to subscribers] located in western New Mexico. Must have experience with cattle and horses. Housing and utilities provided. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Seeking a live-in property manager, caretaker position within 25 miles of Woodstock, VT. Responsible, experienced, dedicated single, non-smoking male with excellent references from previous positions. Please contact me at [Contact info available to subscribers] Regards, David

Thursday, May 7, 2020

California

FULL-TIME RANCH MANAGEMENT COUPLE needed on a private property in Livermore, CA. Responsibilities will include full responsibility for ranch maintenance, keeping the grounds and buildings and facilities exceptionally maintained and clean, providing exceptional customer service/support for the property owner, his family and their guests, ensuring that efficient systems (electrical, irrigation, plumbing, etc.) are functioning well, and ranch improvement and construction projects to be done. Salary depends on experience and housing is offered. To apply, please forward your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wyoming

RANCH CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED in Pinedale, WY. We’re looking for a full-time, live-in, ranch caretaker couple who will be responsible for caretaking, including housekeeping, cooking/preparing meals, serving, laundry, grounds keeping and general maintenance of multiple buildings (including snow blowing, snow plowing, lawn care, general landscaping, spring and fall clean-up, sprinkler care, small repairs and carpentry). You will also be responsible for the care of ranch horses (feeding, shoeing, vaccination schedule, riding, keeping the barn neat), maintenance, servicing and repairs of all ranch vehicles and machinery (including cars/trucks, lawnmowers, landscaping equipment, boats, ATVs), management of and liaison with service providers as necessary, report directly to the ranch management, and required to assist ranch operations when needed. The caretakers need to help each other when needed in each other’s fields of responsibility. Must possess a high sense of personal and professional integrity. Flexibility is of utmost importance. Willing to maintain a high level of detailed professional care and exhibit a good and positive attitude and good working spirit. Non-smoking, drug-free (background check, drug test may be required). Caretakers rent caretakers’ house. Must keep surrounding of house pristine – good care inside and outside. Two week’s vacation during off season. Salary: $35,000 – $45,000 per caretaker. Please forward your resume to

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My name is Peter; Age 44, Christian, experienced property manager, caregiver pet or house-sitter. To provide security and maintenance in exchange for housing. I’m looking for a permanent or long-term job position ideally in Northern mid USA. Excellent references, and resume available. Have 25 years’ experience. House sitting, security guard, handyman, pet-sitting/care, house cleaning, home repairs, painting, gardening, grounds care, and cooking. Can run errands in town. Have a clean driver’s license and background check. Smoke/drink/drug free. Quiet, able bodied, and reliable. Clean, quiet living quarters must go with above position. Available immediately. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, May 4, 2020

Arizona

SMALL RANCH CARETAKER NEEDED in Queen Creek, Arizona. I’m in need of a caring person to take care of a few farm animals, horse, goats, etc. This is a very part-time position. Regular feeding and watering, and some maintenance, but very little if any. This would be good for someone who is looking to pick up some extra cash. To apply, please forward your bio and resume to

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Australia

PAID POSITION AVAILABLE on a farm west of Kulin, a small town in the Eastern Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, approximately 280 km from Perth. This would suit a mature Australian couple. This long-term position includes a gardener, farmhand, and caretaker role. A house and vehicle are available. Tractor driving experience is essential. This position would be for a semi-retired couple with farming experience. Australian applicants should email [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

A BEAUTIFUL HUMBOLDT RANCH is seeking a mature, financially independent, on-site caretaker. This is a non-salaried position, however a small stipend is available. This is a rare opportunity for the right individual to live peacefully “off the grid” in a secluded, tranquil setting in the middle of beautiful redwoods along the Lower Klamath River. The job requires approximately 15 hours of service per week – mowing, pruning, gardening, etc. We are seeking a person who cherishes their privacy and solitude as much as we do. The person must be: non-smoking; no drugs; pass a background check; computer skills would be greatly appreciated; most importantly, no drama. We will provide very modest free housing; all utilities; high speed internet and best of all – seclusion and peace. If interested in learning more please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Wednesday, April 29, 2020

Australia

CARETAKER COUPLE needed at the [Contact info available to subscribers] This is a contracted position, with remuneration. The successful applicant will require an ABN and insurance cover. This position will suit a couple and an unfurnished two bedroom cottage is provided. A probation period of six months will apply. Duties will include general repair and maintenance of grounds, buildings and equipment; cleaning of amenities blocks, pavilions, camp kitchen and grounds; oversee the caravan park and camping area; day-to-day running of the [Contact info available to subscribers] facilities, as directed by the Showground Board. [Contact info available to subscribers] is Australia’s highest city, located on the New England Tablelands of New South Wales, halfway between Sydney and Brisbane. It is approximately six hours drive from Sydney and Brisbane and has daily flights to both these cities and a daily rail service to Sydney. Armidale is renowned for its fine educational institutions, including the University of New England. Resumes, with two current Australian references should be sent to [Contact info available to subscribers] or for further information please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] Applications close on May 8, 2020.

Maryland

WILL TRADE HOUSING for the upkeep of my property near Ocean City. I have a mobile home on two acres on a country road. It is very secluded with a chicken farm on one side, state forest on another, and a 14-acre pond on the third. I would like to find someone who is interested in trading cheap living for helping to keep the place up. I would like to find a single person (male or female) or a couple who would enjoy country living. They would have a one bedroom, with living room, kitchen, bath, and large deck. Propane heat is used here. The place is 800 feet off the road in the woods with two wells and a septic. It’s very private. I will help as much as I can: I will rototill the garden and help haul in manure, supply paint and whatever other supplies are needed for the mobile home. You can have a dozen or so chickens and a few hogs or goats. No pets or children allowed. If you’re interested, please send an email message to caretakergazette@gmail.com with “Maryland Property” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes. Thanks.

Michigan

B&B INNKEEPER NEEDED in Leelanau County. This is year-round work. We are looking for hard-working, motivated, organized, leaders, to manage our 14 room bed & breakfast located in Glen Arbor, Michigan. This is a great opportunity for a couple to live and work in Leelanau County, individuals are welcome to apply also. Pay will be $35,000 a year for one person and a combination of salary/hourly for others. Hours begin to increase in May and get long into late spring, longer into the summer and scale back as fall arrives. Hours are much slower in the late fall into winter and early spring with a few busy times. Housing included. Please email your resume [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

WE SEEK SOMEONE TO CARETAKE a beautiful 10 acre horse property in Bellingham with mountain views. Bellingham is a college town on the water, 90 minutes north of Seattle. Skiing, paddling, and a plethora of hiking trails await you. We need an individual who has handyman/carpentry skills. Genuine enthusiasm, a positive attitude, and dependability are also the attributes we seek. A Tiny House/RV parking space with a 30 amp hook up is available in exchange for 5-15 hours/week of various work. It’s a peaceful location to live rent-free. No smoking. Background check required. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks.

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Tuesday, April 28, 2020

Texas

HORSE FARM HELP NEEDED in the Athens, TX area. I have a private equine facility with 50 horses on 132 acres, no outside or boarded horses here. Horses only, no other animals. I am seeking a person or working couple (must be non-smokers) who are an all-around knowledgeable handyman and has equine experience and if a working couple ideally a woman who will specialize in caring for the horses. I am prepping this horse farm and horses for marketing prior to relocating to AZ, possibly UT or NV. I will be putting this farm located in Texas for sale ASAP, then plan to move to AZ and build a new farm in the mountains on irrigated acreage. Initially, there will be a time period of about six to eight weeks to complete maintenance and repairs for marketing, then sell here and ideally you will assist with the move West, build new equine facilities and remain on the new farm permanently caring for the horses and facilities (I have totally built two farms in CO and TX in the past and look forward to the future and the adventure). This is permanent position. Live on site, all utilities included (including high speed internet, Wi-Fi and 42 inch TV with 250 channels/Dish TV), limited space on this farm, no room for children except the possibility of one child. Pay is commensurate with responsibility, abilities and experience. The needs of the horses comes first, period. The primary maintenance and repair duties will include: minor fencing, tree cutting, mowing pastures with 15 foot batwing shredder, tractor/loader operating, weed eating fence lines, cleaning barns, power washing facilities – inside and out, minor carpentry/electrical/plumbing, welding and straightening damaged gates and panels, general mechanical and maintenance abilities. I do not expect one person to be able to do everything listed above, however must be able to perform most of the above list. To learn more, please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] then apply by forwarding your bio and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] to discuss.

Utah

RANCH CARETAKER COUPLE needed to care for all aspects of our 1,375+ acre high country southern Utah ranch. We’re looking for an honest, hard-working, responsible, organized, married couple (prefer active and retired) who will respect our property and equipment. Must live on site. A small salary (commensurate) plus living quarters in perfect two bedroom, two bathroom, 2nd story apartment provided. Utilities are included. Must have mechanical ability and knowledge of operating ranch equipment. Lease cattle on the property during the summer months. Must be willing to maintain the grounds (including landscaping/lawns), keep up fences and make repairs to buildings as necessary, care for horses, chickens, dogs, etc. Ranch experience required. You will need a valid driver’s license with a good driving record. Will do a background check. Smoking, drinking and drugs are prohibited. Applicants should email their cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] A copy of your driver’s license will also be required for a motor vehicle report prior to our final hiring decision.

Washington

[Contact info available to subscribers] is actively accepting applications for our Innkeeper-Chef apprentice program. If your dream is to one day own or operate a boutique inn and restaurant, or to gain qualifications to become a chef or manager, this might be an opportunity for you to consider. You will work directly with award winning chef ([Contact info available to subscribers]) and be part of a passionate team revitalizing an iconic-historic property on Orcas Island in Washington State. We are looking for someone who is highly motivated and willing to learn all aspects of the inn and restaurant operations including; cooking, gardening, reservations, housekeeping, dishwashing, marketing, etc. Over the course of 18 months we will work directly with you on training and rotate you through a number of positions and help you obtain your personal career goals. In addition to your hourly compensation we provide housing (private room with shared bathroom and outdoor kitchen), personalized career development plan, daily team meal and career placement assistance once the apprentice program is done. Please apply through our website career page at [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Experienced Christian property manager looking to provide security and light maintenance in exchange for housing in the Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Laguna California area. Have over 25 years of high-end estate management experience in the U.S., England and France. Excellent communication skills, handyman, proactive, mature, discreet, non-smoker. Have vehicle and tools. Good with animals, plants and neighbors. Available full-time May 2020. Independent financially. Superb references. Please contact

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Monday, April 27, 2020

Canada

A PROFESSIONAL RESULT-DRIVEN CANADIAN COUPLE is needed to fill the roles of full-time on-site caretaker and housekeeper at one of British Columbia’s most pristine and privately owned historical ranches, in Fairmont Hot Springs, British Columbia. Your main goal is to manage the smooth-running ranch utilities so the family can enjoy it as if it was a 5 star resort accommodation. Your duties will include as an example: full responsibility for ranch maintenance, keeping the grounds and buildings and facilities exceptionally maintained and clean, providing exceptional customer service/support for the property owner, his family and their guests, ensuring that efficient systems (electrical, irrigation, plumbing, etc.) are functioning well ranch improvement and construction projects to be done. You have a successful work experience and skills in work related to high-end property management/maintenance, carpentry, plumbing or electrical engineering, ranch machinery, but the most important is your willingness and ability to work hard and get things done. You are a self-starter, and an efficient person with a keen eye for detail. You enjoy living away from civilization and are able to work with your own hands as well as lead other people to complete a job on time. Clean background is a must along with being a Canadian permanent resident/citizen. We provide a house for you and your family with all the utilities included and monthly salary. Interested candidates should please forward your complete resume in confidence to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for an Innkeeper to manage and operate the 13-bedroom Inn on the island of Palm Beach. This position is responsible for ensuring the satisfaction of the guest and success of the hotel doing so in a clean and orderly environment. The employee will perform staff and system management tasks to ensure a pleasant guest experience. The Innkeeper is expected to perform operational duties including check-in/check outs, posting/updating room rates, light maintenance, and occasionally turning and cleaning rooms. The job requires high attenuation to detail and schedule that is reactive to the hotel demands. Salary is $50,000 to $60,000. Interested applicants may send a resume and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks.

Hawaii

RESPONSIBLE SKILLED COUPLE needed in Waipio Valley, Big Island. Should have maintenance, carpentry, landscaping, repair and/or cleaning skills. Three acres in a remote retreat setting, riverfront, off- grid (solar/battery power). Phone and internet via cellphone booster. Live in separate caretaker’s quarters. Owners don’t live on the property. 20 hours per week (total for two people) in exchange for boarding. Bananas, avocados, mountain apple, coffee, papaya. Looking for a Positive attitude, easygoing, and a level of commitment. A 4WD vehicle and references are required. Please email your information and recent photo to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

EXCITING SPRING ACTIVITIES are under way at [Contact info available to subscribers], an in-progress homestead in Carroll County, VA. A mother-son team looking for organic gardening and sustainable farming apprentices/caretakers on a lovely five acre off-grid nearly fossil fuel free operation. We are also establishing a bird, butterfly and bee refuge. You can learn purest gardening, orcharding, and farming techniques in harmony with natural and human well-being. We practice a low technology approach to holistic agriculture and country life. You can learn creative and resourceful hand-construction techniques helping to build a greenhouse, root cellar, sweet cider house, outdoor kitchen, etc. Learn natural health and well-being practices from a clinical nutritionist and life coach, and wild crafting of edible plants and medicinal herbs. You would exchange five hours a day helping on projects for all food including wholesome, delicious omnivore suppers, all you can eat fruit, veggies and herbs from the farm, primitive tent site including tent and camping equipment, and minute-to-minute hands-on instruction. We are substance free (no alcohol, tobacco, recreational drugs, coffee/caffeine, nor white sugar) for optimal health. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

TRADE YOUR PROPERTY CARETAKER SKILLS for a place to live or work in Arlington, WA. Are you in transition or want to pocket your rent money? Are you looking for a place to park a mini home or RV? Or do you need a place to move into for a time? We have space to park and also a live-able basement apartment with a private entrance that needs a bit of sprucing up and some bathroom repair. There is no laundry there, but you could jerry-rig a washer/dryer maybe if you are handy. It is not too pretty at the moment but has some nice woodwork, a woodstove and one entry room that is really bright for an office during the day or ??? It also has a storage room with shelves that is accessible by a driveway. We are trying to update the whole house before we move in. There is a barn that could be turned into an apartment as well, once our home is fixed up, if you are really ambitious, but we would need to get some more cash for that. We just have a limited budget currently but have access to materials and rental spaces. We’re trying to see if anyone wants to trade some hours – either bank some hours and not pay rent for a while or work a bit each week. It would not be best long-term to have someone in the basement for everyone’s privacy but there is the barn and RV park area as other options for longer term. We have livestock and fencing, feeding, etc., so working for rent and some paid work at times is available for the near future. If you have a spouse who can do some senior care (cooking, yard work) or an interest in Back to Eden style organic gardening which could produce some food, that could be an option too. If you have a business that is not too messy we have spaces you could rent/trade/live, etc. Please email (especially non-smoking, health nut, hunters, etc.) what you are looking for and some info about yourself. Short or long-term is both a possibility. It could work with kids, but there is not a lot of room for a big crowd or wild teens. We’re trying to keep a clean cut atmosphere here and keep Grandma comfortable. Please email caretakergazette@gmail.com and include “Arlington, WA” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes. Thanks.

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Hello, a Father and Son Team (Jeff 68 and Josh 30) are searching for a caretaker ranch position in Western States. We are personable, with a can-do attitude, organized, detailed outdoorsmen/survival types, with search and rescue expertise. We are wilderness first responders, fishermen, campers, landscapers, forestry animal whisperers, providing safety and security and so much more. Great references available upon request. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, April 13, 2020

Canada

A PROFESSIONAL RESULT-DRIVEN COUPLE is needed to fill the roles of full-time on-site caretaker and housekeeper at one of British Columbia’s most pristine and privately owned historical ranches, near the Invermere/Radium Hot Springs areas. Your main goal is to manage smooth-running ranch utilities so the family can enjoy it as if it was a 5 star resort accommodation. Your duties will include as an example: – Full responsibility for ranch maintenance – Keeping the grounds and buildings and facilities exceptionally maintained and clean – Providing exceptional customer service/support for the property owner, his family and their guests – Ensuring that efficient systems (electrical, irrigation, plumbing, etc.) are functioning well – Ranch improvement and construction projects to be done. You will need to have a successful work experience and skills in work related to high-end property management/maintenance, carpentry, plumbing or electrical engineering, ranch machinery, but the most important is your willingness and ability to work hard and get things done. You need to be a self-starter, and an efficient couple with a keen eye for detail. You should enjoy living away from civilization and are able to work with your own hands as well as lead other people to complete the job on time. A clean background is a must. We provide a house for you and your family with all the utilities included, and a monthly salary. Interested candidates should please forward your complete resume in confidence to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

A SINGLE CARETAKER is needed at a private ranch in Eagle, Colorado. Live on a private ranch with direct private access to the backcountry but very convenient, and located one mile from Costco and two miles from the Eagle Airport. Vail, Beaver Creek, Glenwood Springs, Rancho Del Rio, and Aspen are all nearby. Housing provided as part of the job with rent to be discussed and based on duties performed. All situations are considered. Only a few horses are boarded on site in the summer. Some fencing to be put up, electrical fence checked on, irrigation checked, mowing and some tractor work. Mechanical experience a plus. Not too much work involved, more of a person to keep an eye on the property. Applicants will need to go through a background check and must be responsible with references required. No couples, and nice dogs considered. To apply, please forward your bio and resume to

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We would love to come live with you and take care of you and/or assist your farming. Family looking for a live-in caregiving opportunity. We are a family of four young, well-behaved girls (6, 10, 12, and 14) and two young parents, female and male. Wife has many years of caregiving experience. Husband speaks fluent Korean, Japanese, and English and is an experienced language teacher and sales/marketing professional currently not working due to the Corona shutdown. We are quick learners and attentive to detail. We are open to any new opportunities. Please feel free to text or WhatsApp [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

Monday, April 6, 2020

Australia

OUR FAMILY OPERATION (a citrus orchard, located 25kms out of Gayndah in the North Burnett Region of Queensland) requires someone to clean our facilities (amenities, camp kitchen and offices) in line with our COVID-19 protocols for the duration of the fruit season for a minimum of three months. This would ideally suit a single person with a self-contained caravan (shared toilet/shower facilities available but you must be self-sufficient for cooking). A powered site, in a completely separate orchard campsite, will be available. This position is casual but you can expect approximately three hours per day cleaning, five to six days per week split into a morning and afternoon shift. Vehicle provided for travelling between orchards for work (all orchards are within 7kms). This could be open to a couple if physically fit and able bodied, however this particular position only requires one person. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (I have small kids so please leave a voicemail).

New Mexico

HOUSE SITTER NEEDED for the month of June, 2020 in west central New Mexico, on the Arizona border. We will be gone for the month of June and need someone to keep the house/property ready for viewing by prospective buyers. Free rent and utilities in exchange for house sitting. Responsibilities would include keeping the house clean, watering the gardens, feeding and watering the birds, keeping the game stock tank full. Nearby attractions include Casa Malpais Archeological Park, White Mountains, El Malpais National Monument, Very Large Array, El Moro National Monument, and the Petrified Forest National Park, just to name a few. References required. Please contact me at

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Virginia

EXCITING SPRING ACTIVITIES are under way at [Contact info available to subscribers], an in-progress homestead in Carroll County, VA. A mother-son team looking for organic gardening and sustainable farming apprentices/caretakers on a lovely five acre off-grid nearly fossil fuel free operation. We are also establishing a bird, butterfly and bee refuge. You can learn purest gardening, orcharding, and farming techniques in harmony with natural and human well-being. We practice a low technology approach to holistic agriculture and country life. You can learn creative and resourceful hand-construction techniques helping to build a greenhouse, root cellar, sweet cider house, outdoor kitchen, etc. Learn natural health and well-being practices from a clinical nutritionist and life coach, and wild crafting of edible plants and medicinal herbs. You would exchange five hours a day helping on projects for wholesome, delicious omnivore suppers, all you can eat fruit, veggies and herbs from the farm, primitive tent site, and minute-to-minute hands-on instruction. We are substance free (no alcohol, tobacco, recreational drugs, coffee/caffeine, nor white sugar) for optimal health. Please call

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Family looking for a live-in caregiving opportunity. Wife has many years of caregiving experience. Husband speaks fluent Korean, Japanese, and English and is an experienced language teacher and sales/marketing professional currently not working due to the Corona shutdown. Feel free to call, text or WhatsApp

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Single, healthy, intelligent, hardworking caregiver/private chef/artist (F) seeks a live-in position for spring of 2020 forward. Short or long-term positions considered. Over 20 years of caregiving and hospitality experience. Seven years of live-in experience with pet/farm care and grounds/estate management. Skills in gardening and construction. Resides in Western NC, and open to relocation. Excellent references, resume available. Salary requested. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you for your consideration!

Tuesday, March 31, 2020

Missouri

[Contact info available to subscribers] located in beautiful Lake Ozark, Missouri is looking for a responsible, competent couple who would live at the park full-time, year round as a Resident Caretaker. A three bedroom, 2½ bath apartment (2nd floor) including all utilities, cable TV and Wi-Fi furnished in exchange for approximately 40 hours per week per couple for general Camp Host duties (plus on call). Those include general maintenance (plumbing/electrical), cleaning, yard work, pool maintenance, front desk/store clerk and keep a presence when the owners are absent. Must be friendly, courteous to customers and a team player. Non-smokers and no pets. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] or send your resume and pictures to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Montana

RANCH CARETAKER(S) NEEDED in Wise River, Montana. Couples welcome. Looking for full-time ranch caretaker(s) for a privately owned 160 acre homestead. Duties would include maintenance of cabins, managing cabin rentals, farm equipment operation, annual haying, caring for horses, improvements/upkeep of cabins, fencing, and equipment, and general security of the property. The ranch is located in rural Wise River and has been a guest ranch for the past 60 years. The land backs up to the Beaverhead National Forest and is bordered by the Wise River, which flows into the Big Hole River. We are looking for either a person or couple who is hardworking, honest, and good with people. Salary will be negotiable, depending on experience. Please contact us by email if you are interested. We are looking for someone to start immediately, so please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

EXCITING SPRING ACTIVITIES are under way at [Contact info available to subscribers], an in-progress homestead in Carroll County, VA. A mother-son team looking for organic gardening and sustainable farming apprentices/caretakers on a lovely five acre off-grid nearly fossil fuel free operation. We are also establishing a bird, butterfly and bee refuge. You can learn purest gardening, orcharding, and farming techniques in harmony with natural and human well-being. We practice a low technology approach to holistic agriculture and country life. You can learn creative and resourceful hand-construction techniques helping to build a greenhouse, root cellar, sweet cider house, outdoor kitchen, etc. Learn natural health and well-being practices from a clinical nutritionist and lifecoach, and wild crafting of edible plants and medicinal herbs. You would exchange five hours a day helping on projects for wholesome, delicious omnivore suppers, all you can eat fruit, veggies and herbs from the farm, primitive tent site, and minute-to-minute hands-on instruction. We are substance free (no alcohol, tobacco, recreational drugs, coffee/caffeine, nor white sugar) for optimal health. Please call

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CHRISTIAN PREPPER SEEKING A PROPERTY CARETAKER POSITION. I will protect and maintain your property. I am 44, a multi-skilled Jack-of-all-trades, and come with tools, truck, and trailer. Have 20 years of security experience. I am an outdoorsman, and I love animals. I come prepared and able to be self-sufficient and independent for long periods of time. I am currently in Tennessee and ready to go. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, March 25, 2020

Arizona

AN ARIZONA HIGH COUNTRY RANCH has an immediate long-term opportunity for a couple. The ideal couple candidate must be honest, reliable, self-starters with a solid work ethic. Good communication skills including email and text is a must! Duties include care and management of livestock (horses and cattle), mending pasture fences, water management, checking pasture gates; care of the ranch property including grounds maintenance and ranch road upkeep; maintenance of trucks, tractor and equipment. Skills and knowledge required: Experience with horses and cattle a must. Maintaining and operating ATV’s, skid steer, and trailers; welding; fixing fence; basic plumbing, electrical, and carpentry. Compensation includes a salary plus a furnished two bedroom, two bath apartment with utilities, ½ beef a year, and use of a F350 truck. You may have your own dog and horse. You must be a non-smoker with a valid driver’s license and willing to do a drug test. Serious applicants only should respond to

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Australia

LOOKING FOR A RVING COUPLE/HANDYPERSON to help with general farm duties on a horse property just outside Donnybrook, between Boyanup and Kirup on the South Western Highway, 210 kilometers south of Perth, in Western Australia. You would need to be self-sufficient and can have your choice of secluded spots and beautiful views form your van or RV. We would need help with gardening and general jobs around the farm. If you’re in the area, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

HOUSE SITTER NEEDED for a Colorado mountain property. Couple or single person needed for a private recreational development in a somewhat remote area in beautiful Park County, Colorado. The community contains over 400 lots that are sparsely populated and privately owned. This house sitting assignment will last through October 2020. Successful applicant(s) must be reliable, self-reliant, dependable, responsible and resourceful. A modular home is provided as compensation (utilities are paid). Successful applicant(s) must have reliable transportation as this house sitting position requires that the house sitter(s) patrol the private community several times per week. A 4-wheel drive vehicle is suggested. Applicant(s) should be in good health as the community is located at an altitude of approximately 9,000 feet. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] if you are interested. References required and a complete background check will be required.

Montana

WE ARE LOOKING FOR CARETAKER(S) for our resort in Cameron, MT that has 10 cabins and nine RV sites. We manage most of the day-to-day operations but we are looking for someone to clean, coordinate guests and keep an eye on the place when we are gone. We can provide a cabin or you can bring your own RV. To apply, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Zealand

HOSTEL HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED in Nelson, on the South Island. Our clean, spacious central nelson hostel needs you! Are you in Nelson now (or arriving soon) and thinking of staying in our sunny town for a month or two? We will soon need two happy helpers to work with us around the hostel to keep our super clean backpackers in tip-top condition. The work is an easy 2.25 hours each day and we provide you with a nice place to stay in the middle of town, close to everything Nelson is famous for. You will work five shifts each week and have two full days off to get out and explore Nelson and the region and we can even get you discounts on tours and activities in the Abel Tasman for your days off. The work is straightforward and easy to learn. If you would like to know more please phone or email and we can arrange to meet. We look forward to meeting you. Please call

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Texas

LIVE-ON CARETAKER NEEDED at a small ranch in central Texas. Responsibilities will include monitoring a small drip irrigation system, make repairs as necessary, tend chickens, and vegetable gardens. Pasture mowing with tractor, lawn mowing with zero turn, help owner with fence repairs, road repairs, building new sheds, installing new water piping, or new electrical circuits, minor earthmoving with bulldozer and other tractor earthmovers, seasonal fruit tree pruning, and emails to the owner as any problem arises. This is almost like living off-grid, except you will have electric and water, and good schools, if you have children, within 10 miles, and Walmart is 30 minutes away. Your benefits will be free rent, water, and electric, plus $12 per hour when working with the owner on weekends, and the opportunity to earn title to your own four acres after five years of continuous living on the ranch. Many more details will come via email, after your reply, complete with pictures. Please reply to [Contact info available to subscribers] giving complete info about yourself, your family, present living circumstances, education, experience, past five years work history, and anything you wish to share, or questions. Applicants must be physically fit, and able to get a local job sufficient to support yourself during the week. Do not apply if you are addicted to smoking, alcohol, or drugs, etc.

Vermont

HOUSE SITTER NEEDED this summer. We are a responsible couple with three cats living in Grafton, a small town in Windham County (10 minutes from Chester, VT). We are looking for a house sitter from July 1 – September 1, 2020. We have a beautiful home overlooking an apple orchard, in a quiet residential area, with a large deck, private, one story ranch home with four available bedrooms and a large living, dining, kitchen area, with garage, etc. Please email Joe if you are interested at

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SEEKING A LONG TERM PROPERTY CARETAKER POSITION. Hello, my name is Peter (44) Responsible, well-mannered Jack-of-all-trades, Trust-worthy, Mechanically inclined. Animal lover, Have Tools, Truck and Trailer. I will protect and maintain your property. Caretaking for an absentee home owner, farm, ranch or cabin. Must be close to nature. I am an outdoorsman, I come prepared and able to be self-sufficient and independent for long periods of time. I am currently visiting family in Tennessee and available for interviews. Great references, outgoing and enthusiastic about life. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hello! I am a 59-year-old male (soon to be 60) looking for a full-time salaried position … in the past 30 years I have done a lot of side work including landscaping, a lot of roofing and interior repairs and updates. I have also roughly 15 years of caring for a local doctor/friends home and property. I have 35 plus years manufacturing experience 20 of which were in supervision although this past year I have been working for a company installing drop ceilings. I need to find the next adventure to take me through the next 20 years. You can contact me by phone at [Contact info available to subscribers] I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks, Craig

Monday, March 23, 2020

Nebraska

PET AND HOUSE SITTER NEEDED for our large home in Papillion, NE starting June 1 and lasting for most of the Summer. You will need to watch over the place and our two dogs, Golden Retrievers. Both are affectionate, healthy, and love to be walked. This is a beautiful, peaceful place, with a pond, deck, a large room on back with windows all around. This would be a great place for a writer or painter. We are not far from Omaha and Halleck Park (a recreation area in the heart of the city). Applicants must be dog-lovers, not smoke or drink, not bring any other pets with you, and not have any parties here. References required. If interested, please email [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks.

Pennsylvania

[Contact info available to subscribers] – a luxury B&B/boutique resort in Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains, seeks a hospitality professional for its Head Innkeeper/Hotel Manager position. Responsible for daily operations, including the guest experience, training, managing and motivating staff, facilitating property maintenance, selling and coordinating onsite special events, and operating efficiently and on budget. Occasional light housekeeping and food prep may be required. We specifically seek a self-starter with proven hospitality-related experience, who works well with a team to meet or exceed clearly defined goals. The successful candidate is organized, solutions-oriented, customer-service driven and computer literate. Housing can be provided; salary is commensurate with experience. Paid vacation, flexible off-season schedule, medical insurance, and incentive bonuses included. Please send your resume and cover letter for consideration to [Contact info available to subscribers] No calls please.

Washington

SEEKING A MOTIVATED INDIVIDUAL OR COUPLE to live and work onsite as the Caretaker/Groundskeeper of a property in Belfair, WA. Responsibilities include mowing lawns, weeding, and landscaping, as well as security of home and property when needed. An unfurnished residence is available onsite in exchange for duties performed. Salary and time worked is negotiable. Non-smoker, no pets. Honesty and a strong work ethic are a must. Please reply with references and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] A background check is required.

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BERMUDA COTTAGE/HOME WANTED: Young-ish fit executive Caucasian woman (Irish), financially secure, retired executive from Colonial Bahamas (Hope Town Cay destroyed by Hurricane Dorian) wishes to caretake a home/cottage in Bermuda. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

Monday, March 16, 2020

California

SEEKING A CARETAKER to watch over a gold mining property and private access fly fishing and game preserve in Foresthill, CA. We will provide housing. This is a non-paying position with opportunities for you to earn an income from various activities. You can earn money helping out with advertising photo shoots and movies and other activities, but it would be wise to have a second source of income. The property covers five miles on both sides of the Middle Fork of the American River above Sacramento in the foothills. Our roads are the only access. It is a former gold mining property with a pristine river running through it. As the caretaker you will be responsible for security. This will require considerable hiking and security experience. This is an incredible opportunity to live on one of the most beautiful rivers in California. We are in the process of upgrading the facilities. Living quarters need to be upgraded as they would be described as rustic off grid. We want to install solar and a tank-less water heater, as well as, remodel the structure to create an additional bedroom and living space. Please consider living in these conditions until you have completed these projects. You will also need to oversee the roads and campground, landscaping, including tree trimming along the roads. Maintenance and handyman skills are desirable, including plumbing, electrical and carpentry experience. To apply, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] and send your message via the Contact Tab at the top of the website. Thanks.

Georgia

HOUSE SITTER/GARDENER needed in Atlanta from June 15 through July 31. I enjoy my garden, which requires some help to maintain when I am not here. 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.

New Mexico

CARETAKER OR COUPLE (PREFERRED) needed for a gated vacation home condominium beautifully situated in the mountains of northern New Mexico. The location is fairly remote but only 45 minutes from Santa Fe. This is a great job for nature loving homebodies. Provide on-site security for the property, river and ponds, 29 cabins, and grounds maintenance. The position reports to the Board of Directors. Customer service skills and mechanical skills, are necessary. Experience with small water systems a plus. An unfurnished two story cabin with two bedrooms, two baths, utilities included is part of the compensation package. Salary and benefits are negotiable and dependent on experience. No smoking, drugs or excessive drinking. Background check and references required. The start date is May 15 but there is some flexibility for the right candidates. Please reply to

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Caretaker looking for a small cottage/studio anywhere from Santa Cruz to Aptos, California. The studio I lived in for the last 15 years has been sold by the owner so I’m searching for a new home. My former studio was about 300 sq. ft. I’m looking for something comparable but a little smaller would be OK. If you have an unfinished project let’s talk. I am a semi-retired carpenter with 35+ years’ experience, 50% new residential construction with 50% remodeling/restoration. I can complete the job and can work discretely if you do not have permits. I have all the tools for framing/finish/plumbing/electrical/painting work. The area I am looking for is from Branciforte Drive to Park Avenue, in Aptos. Capitola would be a plus. I am quiet, no TV or stereo. I enjoy gardening and have a newer 8 hp commercial rototiller to do garden prepping/soil amendment. I can take care of all your general home and yard maintenance. Excellent references available. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, March 16, 2020

Colorado

SINGLE CARETAKER NEEDED at a private ranch in Eagle, Colorado. Live on a private ranch with direct private access to the backcountry but very convenient, and located one mile from Costco and two miles from the Eagle Airport. Vail, Beaver Creek, Glenwood Springs, Rancho Del Rio, and Aspen are all nearby. Housing provided as part of the job with rent to be discussed and based on duties performed. All situations are considered. Only a few horses are boarded on site in the summer. Some fencing to be put up, electrical fence checked on, irrigation checked, mowing and some tractor work. Mechanical experience a plus. Not too much work involved, more of a person to keep an eye on the property. Applicants will need to go through a background check and must be responsible with references required. No couples, and nice dogs considered. To apply, please forward your bio and resume to

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New Mexico

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A DOG-SITTER/HOUSE SITTER from the beginning of June until the end of September (the exact dates will be decided later) in Santa Fe. We have two big dogs that cannot be left alone for more than a couple of hours at a time. They love to go for walks, though separately and always on a leash! Once a week they have dog training. Our house is located just outside of town. There are a few amenities like sauna, whirlpool, and open fire place. You will need to pay for your own food and transport. You need your own car unless you are satisfied to be taken along for shopping by our neighbors once a week. If interested, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

GENERAL MANAGER WANTED for a Holistic Retreat in Vermont. [Contact info available to subscribers], an organic permaculture homestead, hosts small groups focused on spiritual awareness. We are a coordinated team with a unified purpose supporting the healing and awakening of humanity through personal growth. This position includes housing, in an eco-cabin on 120 acres, plus utilities, food staples. Starting salary of $12,000/year or 50% of net business income. You must have experience with retreats and retreat centers, business management and marketing, hospitality, community living, homesteading, meditation, Conscious Communication, and your own wellness practices. We cannot accommodate dogs or children. Please contact

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Aloha Everyone! Hello, my name is Isabel and I am seeking a great long-term situation working in a positive environment with either an individual, family, business, or organization. My experience and skills includes property management, caretaking, retreat management, horticulture, personal assistant, event planning, B&B management, organic farming, gardening, landscaping, organizing, floral arrangements, and photography/art//website design. Resume and references available upon request. I am authentic, positive, healthy, energetic, self-motivated, friendly, loving, dependable, loyal, trustworthy, fun, organized, conscious, clean, caring, calm, patient, flexible, smart, wise, and background checked. I love experiencing nature, the ocean, mountains, trees, flowers, and animals – I love it all! I love writing, music, art, film, cooking, exploring, meditating, praying, reading, laughing, learning, teaching, long walks, great conversations, and sharing with everyone. Exceptional listening and communicating skills. Excellent time-management and multitasking skills with a strong attention to detail and the overall big picture. Ensure privacy in handling confidential matters. Praised for creating beautiful and inspiring environments that are in alignment with the goals of the owners of the property. Prefer housing with commensurate salary and coastal location. Thank you. Please contact me at [Contact info available to subscribers] Aloha nui Loa! Blessings, Isabel

Thursday, March 12, 2020

Alabama

HOUSE SITTER NEEDED this Summer in Addison, AL. I have a two bedroom and two bath house on 20 acres in this small rural town. I have a car available – it’s about an hour drive to Huntsville or Birmingham. The house sitter has to love animals and be diligent in the care of two horses, two dogs, three cats and numerous birds – all outdoors – and a lot of garden but all on water drip system. To receive more information and to apply to be my Summer house sitter, please email your resume and references to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include “Alabama Opportunity” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes. Thanks.

California

RESPONSIBLE CARETAKERS WITH GOOD PEOPLE SKILLS WANTED for a seasonal job overseeing private property in the Donner Summit, California area. This position is best suited for a semi-retired or retired couple. The season runs approximately from Memorial Day weekend to October 15th. Duties include, but are not limited to, repair and maintenance of a rustic 10-bedroom lodge, managing room reservations and cooking some home-style meals (mostly dinners). The caretakers are entitled to the profits from all sales of meals prepared and served in the lodge. Knowledge of basic water systems, wood-cutting and general handyman skills needed. Must have your own vehicle. Private living quarters in lodge with DIRECTV. This position pays the couple $3,000 per month together with a vehicle allowance of $250 per month. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

TEXAS HILL COUNTRY. Caretaker needed for a 4-acre tree-studded lodge in Kingsland, TX. Responsible for maintenance of grounds, pool, exterior and interior of 13 buildings and a 9-slot RV park. Duties include routine maintenance, repairs, tree trimming, lawn mowing/trimming, plumbing and electrical repairs, light carpentry, painting, and basic maintenance of golf carts and boats. Work estimate is 25 hours/week. Lodging options and salary negotiable. Access to the lake, and fishing. Additional work opportunities available in the community if desired. To apply, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

FULL-TIME CARETAKER NEEDED at a miniature horse farm. We are a small family owned ranch in Central Texas near Tarpley. This is an opportunity for a retired couple or retired man, caretaker, who loves animals and can feed horses twice a day, clean stalls, fix fence when needed, move hay bales and feed sacks, feed my cats and my dogs on occasion, water trees, keep our grounds clean and mowed, mow 30 acres about twice a year, help me with my landscaping ideas and other general maintenance. Also keep our new big horse barn clean and also the mini barn and several outbuilding horse shelters. I have 15 miniature horses and two full size horses. They are all pets, no riding or working them. I consider this to be a long-term employment and there is possible housing (the caretaker house is almost completed) or RV hookup. Salary negotiable. Prefer a caretaker with horse experience. No drugs, alcohol, no outside pets as I have my animals roaming free. Please text your interest and experience to

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French/US Lady available to take care of your property needs. Mature property manager/massage therapist/chef/personal assistant located in Palm Springs, California now. Will relocate. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, March 10, 2020

Belize

LAST MINUTE OPPORTUNITY! Volunteer caretaker assistance needed on a private Caribbean Island off of Belize. Our current caretakers have to leave in five days and we have no successor. We need someone in good physical condition who feels confident living with Piggy, a free living, dominant non-castrated pig, on a remote island in simple environment. Frugal dealing with resources is required as electricity comes from the solar system and drinking and using water from the rain water harvest. You can earn your living by renting out a little wooden beach hut with a comfortable queen sized bed, kitchen corner with a two burner gas stove and basic equipment over Airbnb. Your job would be: Being present on the island 24/7, cleaning the beaches and trails, watering the plants, moving some timber or seaweed and other small maintenance jobs. In your spare time you could watch the stars, sunsets, dolphins and rays, explore the island, go snorkeling or fishing around the island, find meditation or yoga spots or just seize the day. There is Internet and cellphone service on the island. We can offer free accommodation, you have to cover your travel and provision costs. You have to bring all the supplies you will need when coming in a hired motorboat from the mainland. There is no delivery service! Please email

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Nevada

HORSE CARETAKER AND GROUNDSKEEPER WANTED. Seeking a long-term, part-time horse caretaker and groundskeeper for a 17-acre, gated property in Carson Valley, NV. Experience with horses required for the handling of two horses. Work an average of 24 hours/week in exchange for rent plus utilities, and a furnished apartment above the barn. Duties include morning feeding, grooming, turnout of the horses, barn/stall cleaning, pasture water, pasture maintenance, and arena grooming. Hourly pay for the maintenance of non-landscaped grass with brush hog, weed control, drip system maintenance, flood irrigation assistance, and other odd jobs, and caretaking the property and horses for the owners while they are out of town. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and move 100 lb. bales of hay. References will be required. Non-smokers only. No drug use or alcohol problems. This is an ideal position for a physically fit gentleman who may have other income sources and wants to keep active. Please send your resume and references to

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Monday, March 9, 2020

Australia

RVING CARETAKERS REQUIRED for a Juandah Heritage site at Wandoan Queensland, approximately three hours west of Toowoomba. Free water, power and undercover parking for your RV. The job entails watering the grounds, some gardening, and mowing and cleaning, etc. For more details, please phone [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

PART-TIME CARETAKER NEEDED for a property in Santa Margarita, California (San Luis Obispo County). The ideal person would live close by and come to the property to perform the duties three or four times a week. A mature and responsible person is preferred who has previous caretaking experience. Responsibilities include keeping the property clean, gardening, basic handyman duties and keeping the property secure. Must be healthy, able to work alone and with others, follow directions and have excellent communication skills. Must be able to operate gardening tools, (weed trimmer, chainsaw, blower, etc.). Please mail your resume and references to Caretaker Position, [Contact info available to subscribers] Please include your telephone and email address. We will give more specific information when we reply. Thanks.

Colorado

COLORADO HOUSEKEEPER/CARETAKER needed. Seeking to fill a full-time, long-term housekeeper position/part-time caretaker position on a 300 acre Colorado Springs area horse property. Couples considered/desired if spouse anticipates primary employment off property, as this essentially a one person job. Competitive salary paid for the housekeeping position with benefits available to either an individual or couple. Stand-alone housing on property with utilities included. Responsibilities are routine housekeeping for a 6,000 square foot residence (experience required) and horse care/feeding (eight horses, experience desired). Must also enjoy dogs and caretake animals and property when owners travel. Background check and verifiable references required. Compatible animals welcome. Anticipated hire by June/July 2020 following phone interviews and on-site visits. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] for additional details.

Rhode Island

SEEKING A YEAR-ROUND, LONG-TERM, LIVE-IN, experienced caretaker in Newport, RI. Responsible for the smooth operation of a private residence. Oversee repairs, landscaping, errands, contractors, guests, and events. Prefer someone with handyman experience (HVAC a plus). Candidate should be hands-on, with a can-do attitude, flexible, (some weekends, some late evenings), computer savvy, with excellent references, college graduate. May 1 start date. Please send your resume/salary requirements to

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Hello! I am a 59-year-old male (soon to be 60) looking for a full-time salaried position … in the past 30 years I have done a lot of side work including landscaping, a lot of roofing and interior repairs and updates. I have also roughly 15 years of caring for a local doctor/friends home and property. I have 35 plus years manufacturing experience 20 of which were in supervision although this past year I have been working for a company installing drop ceilings. I need to find the next adventure to take me through the next 20 years. You can contact me by phone at [Contact info available to subscribers] I look forward to hearing from you … Craig

Tuesday, March 3, 2020

Michigan

[Contact info available to subscribers] seeks a full-time, hospitality associate for a live-work opportunity along Michigan’s uniquely beautiful Art Coast. We approach our work using a team model which demands active participation in all aspects of hospitality. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated, independent problem solver with a “can do” attitude. He/She will be flexible, supportive, and maintain a patient, positive attitude with co-workers and guests alike. The candidate must possess the following attributes: exceptional organizational skills, extreme attention to detail, the ability to communicate efficiently, effective multi-tasking capabilities, and a natural ability and desire to converse with guests. This person must have experience overseeing day-to-day operations and be comfortable performing all tasks associated with running a bed and breakfast, Inn, or boutique hotel: including, but not limited to cooking breakfast, housekeeping, laundry, reservation system and phone experience, check-out/in procedures, on-call duties, light maintenance/landscaping tasks, and inventory management. Qualified candidates, please email your cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Hampshire

CO-INNKEEPER – Boutique Bed and Breakfast with 20 rooms/units in North Conway, NH is currently seeking a year-round full-time co-Innkeeper. Breakfast service, front desk, concierge duties, kitchen duties, cooking, laundry, housekeeping and other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, organized, and detailed oriented. As co-Innkeeper, you will provide a positive impression to our guests and provide excellent customer service and ensure our high service and cleanliness standards are met. You should enjoy solving problems, and be able to handle email, a reservation system and computers confidently. Prior relevant experience is preferred. The position will be live-in, and will require immense flexibility with hours, 24/7 guest response, the working of weekends and holidays and have the physical stamina to perform the duties of their position. Salary based on experience and includes housing and utilities. Please submit a cover letter and resume for consideration to

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Virginia

LONG-TERM CARETAKER OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE in Southwest Virginia. This is a family recreational property, perfect for a retired or semi-retired person or couple. Modern three bedroom house, hourly compensation and utilities furnished. Onsite duties include security, yard and house and outbuildings maintenance. Experience in repairs and maintenance of equipment a plus. References and background check required. Please respond with your resume and inquires to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Currently employed and have been here for years. Only looking to make a change for the right long-term situation. Very experienced ranch manager, ranch foreman, ranch caretaker and property manager with a clean background and history. Early 40’s married couple. Have experience in cow calf, yearlings, grass fed, horse management, vet practices, property management, guest relations, management of vendors and third parties, recreational and hunting properties. We speak enough Spanish to get by. Bachelor’s Degree in AG Science and minor in Business. Also Vet Tech experience. Ranches and property’s managed from several 100 acres up to 64,000. Cattle herds from 100 to 3,000. We are a presentable couple with high expectations and values. We are detail oriented and driven and enjoy no drama. Ideally we would like a good benefit package and a long-term opportunity. We are open to most locations. Thank you for taking the time to consider us. Please email with any questions to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, March 2, 2020

Caribbean

EXPERIENCED, HANDS-ON INDIVIDUAL/COUPLE NEEDED to help at a beautiful family owned 80 acre historic Caribbean plantation, retreat center and eco-tourism site with six guest cottages and organic garden, adjoining two small beaches. The property is located in Saint Lucia in the Eastern Caribbean. Background in maintenance and construction preferred, and/or gardening, Innkeeping, and cooking. This is a volunteer position (room and board), with flexible dates between May and November every year; six weeks – six months. Small stipend or profit sharing negotiable. Stunning location with lots to do nearby; hiking, snorkeling, hot springs, kite surfing, and horseback riding. To learn more and to contact us, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

INNKEEPER WANTED for a Historic B&B, located one hour from Washington DC in Virginia Horse and Wine Country. A beautiful newly-restored 1820’s home in Warrenton, Virginia is looking for a live-in innkeeper. We have four rooms, open year-round in a growing small southern town. Responsibilities would include breakfast prep and service, room turnover, guest relations and some business activities. Salary plus housing provided in the innkeeper suite with a newly renovated bathroom. One month vacation can be taken in January. No smokers please. You will run your own show. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] We are interviewing now, with a start date in early April.

Washington

HANDYMAN/CARETAKER NEEDED on an island in Anacortes, WA. I live on a beautiful island and have almost seven acres, with three horses and need someone to help me fix/install fences, feed the horses (while I’m away), clear brush, do light carpentry and just be a general handyman. Ideally, you’d have your own source of income and an RV and I can provide you an incredible place to live and a small wage ($200/week). This would be the perfect situation for someone who might be retired but still likes staying busy and is interested in experiencing living on an island. This is a seasonal position for Spring/Summer 2020. To apply, please forward your bio and resume to

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Over a decade of experience with Oprah Winfrey, high-profile celebrities, and busy executives. Seeking a live-on role with an individual, family, or business who desires polished, professional, and autonomous management of their day-to-day operations as well as someone with vision to plan long-term prosperity of the household or organization. Exceptionally detailed. Calm under pressure. Events, garden, maintenance, computer systems, staff management, financial wellness. Accomplished interior designer, construction and project management, website and brand development. 47-year-old fit/stylish/charming male, plant-based diet, no pets (but always wanted a dog.) Hobbies include writing, philosophy, and nature. Challenging and unusual opportunities desired as well as housing and commensurate salary. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Friday, February 28, 2020

Alaska

IF THERE IS A PLACE in your mind’s eye that can clearly picture the perfect Alaska – and you yearn for it – then you should consider working for us. It is all here on the Kenai Peninsula, exactly as you pictured it: hundreds of square miles of impossible beauty and bounty; a seemingly endless expanse of rolling forests, mountain meadows, hidden lakes, whispering streams, turquoise glaciers – and all of it teeming with rare species of North American wildlife … including some of the largest game fish on earth. Maintenance is one of the most important aspects of our resort. We are looking for people with various skills. Problem solvers a must. Ability to work on a deadline, often long hours on a great team. Maintenance Manager – manage other maintenance staff and organize and run daily shuttle schedule. Strong background in vehicle/equipment maintenance and people skills required. “Can do” attitude a must. Ability to organize/prioritize and complete projects required. Vehicle maintenance/mechanic – varied, strong background in auto and other maintenance required. Able to replace motors. Outboard work a big plus. Grounds maintenance – lodge and surrounding property maintenance. Good work ethic and ability to work long hours with a smile a plus. Many of our guides and other managers began here. To apply before March 31, please email your resume and references to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include “Alaska Opportunity” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes. Thanks.

Australia

SINGLE OR COUPLE WITH OWN VAN WANTED to help develop a new organic garden in Mataranka, Northern Territory. Preferably someone who has an interest in organic gardening and is prepared to do an hour or two of pottering around most days in return for a free powered van site. We have a place to plug a van into power and water and there is private toilet and shower. We are quite close to Bitter Springs Thermal Pools. Please ring [Contact info available to subscribers] We prefer someone who can stay a couple of weeks.

California

PROPERTY CARETAKER NEEDED in the Yosemite Area. A beautiful rural 10 acre property with a private studio and acre pond is available rent-free in trade for 10 hours work per week, varying seasonally. Optional spring/fall paid contract work to $800/month. Prefer a single active person with construction skills, self-motivated, and able to follow directions. Chain saw and power tool use, building and road maintenance. Prefer year-round or April – October required. Consistent monitoring of irrigation, plants, wildlife activities. Need own car, stable income, and insurance. Local jobs available. Towns are four and 15 miles away. No pets, substance abuse or smoking. Please send your information, and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Thursday, February 27, 2020

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Michigan

CABIN RESORT CARETAKER COUPLE needed in Watersmeet, MI. We are a seven cabin lakeside resort located next to a wilderness and recreation area cherished for its pristine lakes and old growth forest. This is a great place to canoe, kayak, hike, fish, bike, photograph the outdoors, experience nature and serenity or to simply relax. Gas motors boats are not allowed at our resort or in the adjacent wilderness area. Your main responsibilities would be guest relations, cabin housekeeping including laundry between guests, routine maintenance and repairs, and upkeep of the grounds. Lodging is provided in a private, rustic, lakeside cabin in exchange for specified duties. This is a seasonal job running from mid-May to mid-October 2020. Compensation to be negotiated. Please mail your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Montana

WE ARE SEEKING AN EXPERIENCED CARETAKER for a beautiful private guest ranch located near Glacier National Park on 127 acres in the Whitefish/Kalispell area. You will be working with a team of three on a non-working ranch. Living on the ranch is required. Housing provided: a three bedroom, 2.5 bath house, with modern appliances in excellent condition. Job duties and responsibilities will include: deadwood tree removal with a chain saw, general maintenance and care of cars, trucks, snowmobiles, 4-wheelers, and all equipment, ground maintenance – lawn mowing, gardening and flower beds, property maintenance – buildings, roadways, snow-removal and fencing, and purchasing of tools, equipment, and materials. This position requires 5+ years related experience, supervisory experience, knowledge of construction, plumbing, and electrical, experience using a chain saw, reliable transportation, and a valid driver’s license and current insurance. Housing available for the right candidate. Salary will be $40,000/year, and medical, dental and vision benefits will be provided. A 401K plan is available. Must pass a drug screen and background check. Please email your bio and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] for more info.

Oregon

[Contact info available to subscribers] – freshly renovated in downtown Hood River Oregon. Learn/serve in all aspects of business operations. The Inn is situated for major growth… with a strong team! Hood River is the epicenter of the breathtaking Columbia River Gorge – highly livable community famous for world-class outdoor recreation. Starting compensation commensurate with experience (starting $30,000 – $42,000) and scheduled to increase upon hitting revenue goals. If you help revenue grow, your compensation will grow and soon! Salary increase scheduled at three month intervals upon hitting revenue benchmarks to $59,000,000 within first year. Must be a sharp hustler seeking a growth organization! Coordinate guest services and landscaping/housekeeping teams; willing to take-on any task when needed; we value front of house skills and back of house willingness! No breakfast duties. Well-supported position is year round, includes housing and generous food stipend. 5½ days a week plus one month paid vacation. Please send your resume to caretakergazette@gmail.com with “Oregon Inn Position” in the Subject Line for our forwarding purposes. Thanks.

Texas

CARETAKER/RANCH HAND needed in the Magnolia Area. Seeking a mature person to live on the premises and care for horses, cattle and dogs. Must be able to work without supervision. Responsibilities include checking and maintaining fences, groom and saddle horses, keep the barn clean, along with keeping the tools, equipment and tack clean and organized. Keep protein feeders for the deer, and care for flowerbeds. For more details, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

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We put the CARE in Caretaker! An extremely talented and gifted caretaker couple is available to manage your property, with the utmost care and attention to detail. We are hardworking, honest, and trustworthy. Self-starters, eager to engage in all projects. Abilities include hospitality, culinary, management, budget, guest and employee relations, and general maintenance including electrical, plumbing, sewer, painting, snow removal and small scale remodels. We are able to relocate anywhere in the Continental US. We are looking for employment where housing is provided, with an income. Preferably a long-term engagement. We look forward to hearing from you! Please email

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Monday, February 24, 2020

California

SAN FRANCISCO DOG-SITTER wanted for just over two weeks from the end of March/early April in a 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

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Florida

PROPERTY CARETAKER NEEDED. A busy executive couple with a newly-constructed home in Atlantic Beach, Florida seeks to hire an experienced and hands-on Property Caretaker to handle the daily upkeep and maintenance for their property. This is a full-time year-round position. The family would like to hire a professional with at least five years of experience caring for a fine home or luxury hospitality property who has great knowledge of systems and property maintenance. Primary responsibilities for this position will include a daily walkthrough of the property to perform minor repairs and check on systems, hands-on maintenance (painting, changing lights, power-washing, etc.), supervising vendors, assisting with deep cleaning and organizational projects, and maintaining the principals’ automobiles. The successful candidate will need to have good communication skills and have proven experience in a similar position. Generally a Monday through Friday schedule, year-round; some flexibility needed. Compensation up to $65,000 to $75,000 offered, depending on experience. For consideration, please apply for position [Contact info available to subscribers] for consideration. Local candidates only. Qualified applicants will be contacted.

Montana

DOES SPENDING A SUMMER LIVING OFF THE GRID in beautiful remote Montana appeal to you? Elk Lake Resort, an 8-cabin fishing resort, is currently looking for an outgoing person or couple to help with summer operations. During a 4/10 work week, you will work closely with the owners doing such tasks as food prep, dish washing, cleaning, and some gardening. Best applicants will be detailed, organized, and eager to help. Must be able to bend, stoop, lift, carry, etc. Compensation is no less than $1,200 a month and a portion of the tips. Room and board is provided. Position needs to be filled from mid-May to mid-September. If interested, please email a cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] Please visit our website at

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Wisconsin

RVING CARETAKERS WANTED for the 2020 season in Cambridge, WI at [Contact info available to subscribers], a family oriented nudist campground. Need two couples working a schedule of four days on/four days off including weekends. Duties will include greeting and registering guests at the office, housekeeping and laundry, answering the phone, cleaning and testing the pool, cleaning bathrooms, cleaning rental rooms, mowing, trimming, groundskeeping, and any other light duties assigned by buildings and grounds. Needed mid-May through mid-September. Compensation: full hook-ups for your RV and a salary. Travel compensation available. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Howdy, I am looking for handyman and remodeling work in the Lake Tahoe, Sacramento, and Monterey areas. I do repairs of all kinds, electrical, plumbing, kitchens, bathroom, decks, hot tubs, windows, tank-less water heaters, and most anything else. I have over 40 years’ experience and am also good at creative solutions for your needs at home. I have a great deal of experience and a good sense of humor. Please give me a call at [Contact info available to subscribers] Blessings, Amos Lovell

Thursday, February 20, 2020

California

READY FOR A WINTER CHANGE OF PACE?? We need a caretaker (a couple would be great) to property sit at a private, remote property on Clear Lake from February 29 to March 12, 2020. You can learn more by visiting [Contact info available to subscribers] Great fishing!! Includes: a free stay in Cabin # 2, electricity, Wi-Fi, fishing, boating (if you bring your own canoe, inflatable or boat up to 20 feet). Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more details. Thanks.

Missouri

CONCIERGE/PERSONAL ASSISTANT/HOUSE MANAGER needed. This position has a multifaceted role involving full spectrum executive concierge services and house management for an ultra-high-net-worth individual. The primary residence is in Columbia, Missouri. Relocation assistance will be provided if needed. Notables include: ~ Providing hospitality services in support of the executive. ~ Responsibilities will be full-time, plus some travel and on-call evening and weekend assignments. ~ Be passionate about the importance of this behind-the-scene and visible role. ~ Personal shopping, packing, meal prep, consultation on entertainment options, daily house management, and coordinating vendors ~ Excellent analytical, judgment, and organizational skills ~ Strong personal management skills, tact, and the ability to remain poised under pressure. To apply, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

BECOME AN INNKEEPER at the iconic [Contact info available to subscribers] Seeking a live-in Innkeeper for this historic, 11-room Inn and restaurant located in the beautiful, natural setting of the San Juan Islands. Looking for a personable, enthusiastic Innkeeper to work alongside the new owners to create memorable guest experiences. Learn more about the hotel at [Contact info available to subscribers] Duties include staff management, reservation management, minor maintenance, scheduling, vendor management, marketing, budgeting, billing, food and beverage supervision and all other tasks deemed appropriate by owner. The ideal candidate will have experience in both F&B and hospitality. Compensation includes salary, housing, utilities and a potential bonus opportunity. Non-smokers only. Please email us your cover letter and resume to

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SEEKING A HOUSE SITTER POSITION. Responsible, healthy, active, semi-retired female, seeking a paid house sitting position in Northern and Central California. Prefer a minimum of a two month position, but am flexible. Enjoy housekeeping in all aspects, and small pets are OK. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, February 18, 2020

Belize

LONG-TERM VOLUNTEER CARETAKER AND PETSITTER POSITION available on a small Caribbean Island (four acres) in Belize. We need a couple in good mental and physical condition, who feels confident living alone with a pig at our remote island in very simple environment. Frugal dealing with resources is required. Electricity comes from our solar system and drinking and using water from rain water harvest. Your job would be: being present at the island 24/7 and looking after and feeding Piggy, a free living, dominant and not castrated male pig, maintaining and controlling the water and solar system, cleaning the beaches and trails, moving some sea weed, watering the plants and other small maintenance jobs. In your spare time you could watch the sky, sunsets, dolphins and rays, explore the island, go snorkeling or fishing around the island, find meditation or yoga spots, or just seize the day. Accommodation is a little wooden beach hut with a comfortable queen sized bed, kitchen corner with two burner gas stoves, and basic equipment. There is no boat on the island. All supplies you need, you have to bring when you come in a hired motorboat from the mainland. There is no delivery service! Depending on the weather, there might be some sandflies. Our shower is outside, along with a compost toilet. We have perfect conditions for snorkeling and fishing in shallow waters around the island. Weak Internet and cellphone service are available on the island! Hope to be hearing from you soon via [Contact info available to subscribers]

France

BEEKEEPER NEEDED in Normandy, France. A responsible person is needed for our beekeeper position Spring through to Autumn on a beautiful private property. Duties will include helping us set up and maintain beehives. Beehives require management and good stewardship. General maintenance requires periodic inspections during the warm months to make sure the queen is laying eggs, the workers are building up honey stores, and the colony has enough space to expand. Living quarters provided in the chateau for the beekeeper. Requires 15 – 20 hours per week in exchange for board and food. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

SEEKING A MOTIVATED INDIVIDUAL OR COUPLE to live and work onsite as a caretaker/groundskeeper of property in Belfair, WA. Responsibilities include mowing lawns, weeding, and landscaping, as well as security of home and property when needed. A residence is available onsite in exchange for duties performed. Salary and time worked is negotiable. Looking for a non-smoker, with no pets. Honesty and a strong work ethic are a must. Please reply with references and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] A background check is required.

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Do you need quality care and maintenance of your home while you are away or year round? I am a single, retired, reliable and discreet professional woman. Drug free/drink free/smoke free. Excellent references available. Love pets and gardening. Would like to housesit in Arizona, with preferred areas of Fountain Hills, Paradise Valley, or Cave Creek. Living quarters must go with the above position. Available starting in month of May. Please contact me by calling [Contact info available to subscribers]

Monday, February 17, 2020

Australia

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a suitable caretaker couple to share the looking after and operation of our museum commencing mid-March. Must have your own van, motor home, or RV. We work on a three days on/three days off rotating roster. Duties include opening and closing the museum, welcoming visitors, some cleaning, gardening, etc. We provide free caravan site with en-suite, free power, free water plus $200 per week per couple. In Autumn and Winter the weather is wonderful in Carnarvon, plus if you like fishing you’ll love it even more! Please call

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California

FULL-TIME CARETAKER NEEDED for a members only cove on Catalina Island. The [Contact info available to subscribers] is a position with year-round on-site responsibility, including full oversight and management of cove facilities. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with boating experience, and capable of performing various duties on land and water. He/she should also be able to solve various utility related maintenance problems, operate the club whaler, and is responsible for preparing/maintaining the facility throughout the year. A friendly, “can-do” attitude is a must! This is a salaried position, and includes housing/utilities, health benefits/vacation/sick/401k. For further information, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

CARETAKER NEEDED on a small acreage property. We are looking for someone who can help out with whatever needs to be done around here. Can be a part-time help, so you can still get a job elsewhere for extra income. Thus, can only provide MIL type apartment housing, pool, and learning/improving skills. We are in the country on five acres with trees and ponds southeast of Dallas. We have horses to feed and ride if you like (can train you if don’t know how), yard/garden work, some hard work involved, chainsaw tree limbs, etc., general maintenance/handyman type jobs, organizing shop, and miscellaneous odd jobs. We are in the country close to city amenities/employment. A cattle pasture is across the street. Have lots of trees and a pond. Have miniature fruit trees, honey bees, chickens, fresh eggs, and fresh pecans. We have eight horses, two dogs, and two cats. In exchange, we have available for you a furnished private bedroom and living area, semi-private bath, separate heat and air, a parking space, laundry facilities, and the use of a gorgeous swimming pool. Will consider one pet on an individual bases. Still have time to work elsewhere for salary if desired. Lots of free homemade baked goods from our onsite baking business. Non-smoker, non-drug user only! If you might be interested in something like this, please call us at [Contact info available to subscribers]

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PROFESSIONAL EMPTY NEST COUPLE seeking a full-time property management/caretaking position starting June, 2020. Flexible on location. Experienced in rentals and tenant management. Non-smoking, Christian husband (currently an upper level school administrator) and wife (former COO and business development/marketing director). Please call

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Friday, February 14, 2020

Australia

LIVE-IN HELPERS NEEDED for a caravan park in Lakes Entrance, a coastal town in eastern Victoria. We have a unique situation for the right couple. The position best suits a retired couple on a pension who are wanting to stay active during their retirement. We offer a house to live in, in exchange for assistance in running our park. Jobs consist of cleaning, office work (non-computerized) and assist in yard maintenance. There is paid work also at certain times of the year plus a retainer, and you can contact us for further details. So if you are local, and ready to settle down in a beautiful part of the world, please contact us by calling [Contact info available to subscribers] We have the position available as soon as possible.

Florida

ESTATE CARETAKER NEEDED. An executive couple with a large estate home in Delray Beach, FL seeks to hire an experienced and hands-on Estate Caretaker to handle daily maintenance, repairs, and upkeep for their oceanfront property. This is a full-time, year-round, newly-created position for a recently-purchased property. The family would like to hire someone who has worked on a private estate or for large luxury hospitality properties (at least five years of experience is required) and who has broad knowledge of property care, systems, and maintenance. The Estate Caretaker will join an existing property team and work under the direction of the Estate Manager to supervise vendors, formulate a property upkeep plan, and handle various projects. Primary responsibilities for this position will include: daily walkthroughs of the property to perform minor repairs, note potential issues, and check on systems and infrastructure, performing hands-on maintenance of the property, such as painting, electrical troubleshooting, power-washing stone surfaces, changing lights, cleaning furniture, etc., upkeep of property vehicles, including gassing, detailing, etc., supervising and working with a large number of trusted vendors at the property. The Estate Caretaker should know what repairs can be handled in-house and when to call an expert for a specialty or particular matter. A range of additional household, cleaning, vehicle maintenance, and exterior upkeep responsibilities, as needed, will be required. The successful candidate will have great communication skills, proven experience in a similar position, and will work well both independently and as part of a team. Basic proficiency with computers and the ability to learn new skills and processes also needed. Generally a Monday through Friday schedule, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, year-round; some flexibility needed. Compensation up to $70,000 offered, depending on experience. For consideration, please apply for position [Contact info available to subscribers] for consideration. Qualified applicants will be contacted; immediate interviews are available.

France

GARDENERS AND HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED in Normandy, France. Responsible persons with good people skills wanted Spring through to Autumn on a beautiful private property. Duties include weeding, mowing, harvesting, line trimming, pruning, cleaning, and laundry. Knowledge of wood cutting and general handyman skills a plus. Car share available. Living quarters provided in the chateau. Requires 15 – 20 hours per week gardening and/or domestics in exchange for board and food. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A COUPLE to manage The [Contact info available to subscribers] in Paint Bank, Virginia. Originally constructed in the early 1900’s, the newly-renovated Lemon Hotel holds six exquisitely furnished bedrooms, parlor, formal dining room, and conference room. Pair this with the eclectic venues at our renovated Train Depot for a one-of-a-kind lodging experience. Seeking positive, energetic, and passionate people who are dedicated to delivering a premium experience to every guest. Duties will include but are not limited to: Check-ins, taking reservations, marketing, managing housekeeping staff, handling guest needs and complaints, coordinating meal preparation, record keeping and reporting, and all other day-to-day operations necessary to accommodate guests. Computer skills necessary to handle online bookings through Resnexus and use Microsoft Office. Strong communication and teamwork skills are a must. Housing and competitive salaries offered. To learn more, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] Those interested should email a resume with references and availability to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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My name is Aaron. My wife and I have three boys. I am currently a FF/Paramedic, Fire Marshall and Educator in Michigan. We are looking to move and start new. Have medical and trauma experience. Used to working in all weather. Have background in construction, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and am very ambitious. Have some limited horse training but can learn fast. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, February 11, 2020

Alaska

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A HARDWORKING, SELF-MOTIVATED COUPLE to watch over our lodge during the “off-season”. This a unique opportunity to live at Alaska’s oldest hunting and recreation lodge, established in 1937. Our Lodge is a fly-in only lodge (off the road system) and is located 125 miles from Anchorage (the nearest city). The lodge is made up of 12 log cabins and several other sheds situated on five acres of private property. There is no other private properties or neighbors close by, it’s a self-sufficient type situation, we produce our own electricity by diesel generator and have our own well and septic. The lodge hosts high end guests and provides first class service for hunting and eco-tour clientele on a seasonal basis. The main tasks each day is to report the weather for the FAA and feed our horses. Reporting the weather is easy once we teach you, but you will have to study, take a test and pass to become certified through the National Weather Service. The weather is reported about seven times a day and takes 5 – 10 minutes to do each report, it is important for small aircraft flying through the area to know what the weather is doing. We have about 20 horses which are primarily free range but come in each morning, we hook them up feed them a grain pellet, let them eat and come back an hour later to release them. It is difficult to list every potential task that may arise but being remote you have to be self-sufficient and learn how to improvise if/when things break or go wrong. Being so remote it could take a week or longer to get a repair person to the lodge. Problem solving and thinking outside the box are huge assets to operating smoothly out there. Some tasks could include pumping fuel, unloading planes, maintenance on generator and snow machines, shoveling snow, splitting firewood, cleaning lodge, helping weathered in guests or snow-machiners riding through, fixing potential electrical, plumbing, satellite, or mechanical problems that may arise. We are also a check point for the following races Iditarod, Iron Dog, and Ultra Sport. We come out to assist during those times (Mid-February until end of March). Some physical strength is required as horse feed bags weigh 50lbs, fuel containers weigh about 100lbs and propane tanks weigh about 200lbs. All that being said it is typically a low stress, peaceful life style where you can work at your own pace as long as things are being cared for. We are ultimately looking for caretakers from October 1st – June 1st. We are at the lodge June through September for our summer and hunting season but could use a maintenance person during that time. We have traditionally hired one couple to cover the place from October 1st – June 1st but we would be open to hiring two to three different couples to split up that time if it works better. We would also be open for someone who wanted to stay longer. Our last caretakers have been with us about 12 years and their health/age will no longer allow them to be out there. They are leaving today when we arrive so we need someone to be there for April and May. Ideally we would like you to come out now so we can show you the ropes before we leave you out there alone for April and May. This would be a good trial period to see if it’s something you want to do long term. You will live right at the lodge so room and board is included as a large part of your pay, you will also receive a stipend starting at $1,500/month. for the two of you. An increase in pay may become an option based on experience and job performance. Some other living expenses are covered as well as we provide internet, phone, TV, etc. The job does not pay much because of the high cost of having people out there, our caretakers take the job for the lifestyle more than the pay. It truly is a peaceful, unique way of life living off the grid. We tell our caretakers to plan on one supply plane a month during the slow times of year, although we often end up with more. We are a non-smoking, non-marijuana facility. Thank you for your time and interest. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Canada

WE ARE LOOKING FOR AN INDIVIDUAL OR COUPLE who enjoy living remotely and feel comfortable not having daily social interactions. An ownership group is looking for caretaker(s) for a large island property near Powell River, British Columbia. The island is 500+ acres with several homes, private docks and multiple utility structures. Access is by boat only (provided). This is a paid position with private accommodation provided. The owners live on the island part-time. This is a long-term opportunity which is suitable for a couple or individual looking to stay active, contribute and live in a beautiful waterfront location. This is a full-time, labor intensive job. This position requires a highly self-motivated individual or couple. You will be responsible for the complex care of the property including maintenance, cleaning and related administration. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

UNIQUE SEASONAL POSITION AVAILABLE in the San Juan Islands, Washington. Center Island is a small island in San Juan County, WA located inside Lopez Pass in the protected waters of Reads Bay. The island is reached by private ferry, boat, or plane. There are no commercial services on Center Island. The island contains a plat of 175 lots that are used as camping lots or which contain vacation homes. The community manages an airstrip, docks, a water system, roadways, vehicles, a community clubhouse, a maintenance shop, and a private caretaker residence. Center Island seeks a seasonal caretaker to assist other employees and to maintain a security presence, maintain and manage the use of the clubhouse and dock facilities, and to help mow the airfield and lawns. The position is currently open to fill an early Spring through early Fall 2020 need. The compensation package includes a two-bedroom waterfront house, utilities, a negotiable monthly salary (depends on experience and assigned duty hours), and a transportation allowance. For additional information or to apply for this position, please contact us via email at

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Monday, February 10, 2020

Alaska

AN ESTABLISHED LODGE IN BEAUTIFUL COOPER LANDING, AK is seeking an individual to fulfill a part-time housekeeping position in the summer 2020: five days a week, approximately 20 – 30 hours a week, needed mid-May through the month of September. Flexible schedule, fun and safe work environment, with numerous recreational opportunities in your backyard: hiking, biking, boating paradise. Housing and compensation provided. Candidate must have professional appearance and enjoy working with people, be reliable, self-motivated, and able to lift up to 40 pounds. Previous housekeeping experience preferred. Please include your cover letter and resume, and send to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Ohio

[Contact info available to subscribers], an award winning 21 room country Inn, is searching for an Innkeeper or Innkeeping couple for a long-term, live-in position. Candidates must be able to effectively supervise staff, as well as personally participate in all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the Inn. Prior hospitality and supervisory experience is preferred. Compensation includes salary and incentive bonus program. This is not a short-term Inn-sitting position, as the owners are looking for someone to join the team for the long-term. Please submit your resume and salary requirements by emailing them to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

WE ARE LOOKING FOR AN EXPERIENCED COUPLE to manage The [Contact info available to subscribers] in Paint Bank, Virginia (a remote county). To learn more about us, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] Originally constructed in the early 1900’s, the newly-renovated Lemon Hotel holds six exquisitely furnished bedrooms, parlor, dining room, and meeting room. Pair this with other venues that offer one-of-a-kind lodging experiences (i.e. glamps, caboose, log cabins). Seeking positive, energetic, and passionate people who are dedicated to delivering a premium experience to every guest. Duties will include but are not limited to: Check-ins, taking reservations, marketing, managing housekeeping staff, handling guest needs and complaints, meal preparation, record keeping and reporting, and all other day-to-day operations necessary to accommodate guests. Computer skills necessary to handle online bookings through Resnexus and use Microsoft Office. Strong communication and teamwork skills are a must. Housing and competitive salaries offered. Those interested should email their resume with references and availability to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Friday, February 7, 2020

California

CARETAKERS NEEDED at Donner Summit, California. Responsible caretakers with good people skills wanted for a seasonal job overseeing private property, from approximately Memorial Day weekend to October 15th. Duties include but are not limited to repair and maintenance of rustic 10-bedroom lodge, managing room reservations and cooking some home-style meals (mostly dinners). Knowledge of basic water systems, wood cutting and general handyman skills needed. Must have your own vehicle. Private living quarters in lodge with Direct TV provided. Vehicle allowance and small food concession in addition to salary. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Montana

FULL TIME PROPERTY MANAGER COUPLE NEEDED on site by February 20, 2020 for our 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 and shower house (vacation rental) and out buildings including a newer 30X30 shop, an alpaca pole barn, and an older 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. Equipment includes three ATV’s, a new Kubota tractor with loader attachment, snow blower, box blade and brush hog, and 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. Experience with alpaca and fiber processing a plus. 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 all reservations and correspondence, greeting and working with guests to ensure a pleasant stay, and providing 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. Check the website ( [Contact info available to subscribers] ) for details on the vacation rentals, and reviews from previous guests. Knowledge/Experience with VRBO/Airbnb a plus. I am looking for a couple who is self-sufficient in living/working in a remote situation and has a positive attitude. Please be aware there are long hours in the summer months. Property skills needed are basic ranch skills including equipment operation and maintenance, building maintenance and repair, barb-wire fencing and land management including noxious weed management, animal care, and ability to relate to ranch guests. Skills needed to manage the vacation rentals include guest services/hospitality experience, strong administrative skills and background, strong organizational skills, good verbal and written communication skills and computer skills. Flowers and gardening skills, and social media skills a big plus. A valid driver’s license is required, candidates must be drug free and pass a background check. 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. Satellite TV is available but not provided. The caretaker residence is a comfortable frame house, all appliances including a washer/dryer, hardwood floors, and full basement for storing supplies, great views, 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 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. The position is available immediately. If you are interested, please forward a resume, reference contacts 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 Zealand

HELP NEEDED in the Western Otago town of Clinton. Are you keen on working and enjoy life when work is done? [Contact info available to subscribers] might be the place you are looking for! We are a certified organic farm located in Clinton between Dunedin and Invercargill (one hour each way). It is also close to the Catlins in the southern part of the South Island. We grow a wide range of vegetables and herbs for the Dunedin Farmers Market and organic shops. The farm is and has been certified organic since more than 10 years now. Animals include a few cows, chickens, three cats and one dog. We expect four hours of good work in exchange for food and accommodation. We prefer having easy-going people around that are keen on learning a bit and also enjoy working. The farm also needs people to be able to look after themselves, like cook your own meals, etc. There is usually a lot of other people around to share conversations, meals and spare time with. Food will be supplied for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Accommodation is in either the worker’s headquarters, a caravan or a choice of two house trucks. We harvest all year around, so be aware that winter might be colder down south (but there is a very powerful heater heating the worker’s headquarters). Also be aware that this is a business producing vegetables for the market, this means that things can get tougher now and then when work needs to be done. There is no paid work on the farm in general. Now and then, it could be that there is the odd job where you might be able to get paid for, but it’s not happening a lot. Please only apply for this offer when you are already in New Zealand with a work visa or at least able to get one on your own, as we are not able to help with visa issues. For more information please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] Looking forward to hear from you.

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Wednesday, February 5, 2020

Australia

LIVE-IN CARETAKER REQUIRED commencing early March 2020 (or earlier) for a holiday property just north of Gracetown in South West Western Australia. There is a minimum employment period of six months for Australian residents. Duties include grounds care (lawns), general maintenance and some cleaning (window cleaning). In return, a small salary will be offered with room to park your caravan. A small self-contained, furnished unit is also available as accommodation. Please register your interest by sending us your information to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Montana

FULL-TIME PROPERTY MANAGER NEEDED at a mountain ranch in the Livingston, Montana area. As the Property Manager, you will be responsible for all activities on this beautiful mountain ranch and perform all duties according to the landowner’s goals for the property. This responsibility includes the maintenance and upkeep of multiple homes, barns, outbuildings, and miscellaneous vehicles and equipment. The Property Manager should be mechanically inclined and have a basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, landscape and fencing skills. This position is a hands-on job that may at times direct the work of a seasonal employee, vendors and contractors as needed. Candidates should be self-motivated and possess the ability to prioritize and make decisions based on common sense and practical experience. Guest service skills are a plus for this private ranch setting. A competitive salary, based on experience, will be included, along with a very nice three-bedroom home, along with utilities. To apply, please forward your cover letter and resume to

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New York

PROPERTY CARETAKER NEEDED. Actively seeking to fill a full-time, year round, live out Property Caretaker Role at a private residence in Ulster County, NY. Individual must be naturally service oriented with a positive hands-on work ethic. Duties include: performing handy-man repairs and light-duty construction on properties and equipment, be available to be ‘on-call’ for emergencies and snow removal, grounds and landscaping maintenance, including watering, pruning, weeding, and trimming as needed, car detailing, fueling, keeping registrations current; and keep utility vehicles in working order, manage deliveries, unpackaging, expediting, manage garbage/trash collection and recycling throughout the property, assist with keeping all tools and equipment in good repair, fueled and properly stored, maintenance of furnaces, troubleshooting appliances, sweep and clean walks/porches; water flowers; mow lawns; rake leaves; snow removal; and generally assist in keeping outside premises in an orderly, clean condition, operate and maintain tractor, mowers, chainsaws, RTV, ATM and other power tools, pruning trees and shrubs, maintain and repair irrigation, water features, swimming pool, plumbing, some electrical systems, knowledge of pumps and filtration systems, coordinate with outside contractors when required and understand when they are necessary, maintain walking roads on property, house painting, help with firewood for the house, move patio furniture out in spring, put in storage for winter, meet with and assist contractors with scheduled home, maintenance/repairs, ensure that all work is done in a professional manner and meets household, standards, work comfortably outside in all weather conditions. Various duties may be assigned related to the general upkeep/maintenance of the property. Qualifications: a minimum of five-year’s experience in property caretaking with knowledge of sustainable living and green practices, be highly organized with effective time management skills, be in strong physical health and able to lift 50 pounds easily. Salary: Competitive based on experience. Health coverage and vacation benefits and may be discussed at the time of interview. If qualified, please send a cover letter along with your resume and no fewer than three professional references who can speak to your work ethic and abilities to

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HEALTHY ACTIVE COUPLE SEEKING A HOUSE SITTER/CARETAKER POSITION IN SANTA BARBARA. We believe that trust and respect are the most valuable things you will ever earn. Financially secure with a long history of success in our professions. We love animals and would welcome the opportunity to provide affection and play to your cherished pets. Light yard work, cleaning, pool and miscellaneous maintenance services can be provided. Our home and yard are kept in impeccable condition, this history will continue at your home. We are moving to Santa Barbara to be close to our daughter and son-in-law and soon to arrive grandchild and would be grateful for the opportunity to live in the area for a period of time before deciding on a permanent residence. Flexible timing, ideally we would like to be settled in the area by May. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Monday, February 3, 2020

Florida

INNKEEPER NEEDED at a private Inn, in Palm Beach, Florida. Our private Inn is looking for personable, enthusiastic Innkeeper(s) to create memorable guest experiences at our 13 bedroom Inn. This position is responsible for ensuring the satisfaction of the guests and the success of the Inn. Further responsibilities include: Inn, housekeeping and vendor staff management, create staff schedules and monitor time and attendance, ensure property and industry standards and regulations are up-to-date and are made known to and maintained by staff at all times, ensure staff is equipped with all tools to serve the guests’ needs (food, office supplies, retail, linens, amenities and operating supplies for all departments), resolve any guest or billing issues to the best of your ability, report repairs and regular maintenance, submit monthly food and supply inventory, manage online booking through agencies and websites, work with marketing to create promotional strategies, and work with accounting to manage budget and billing accuracy. Work mostly days, but some evenings and weekends required. Compensation will be $50,000 – $60,000, plus accommodations. Interested applicants may send a resume and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Michigan

New York

WE ARE LOOKING TO HIRE A TRUSTWORTHY AND SELF-MOTIVATED MAINTENANCE STAFFER for our [Contact info available to subscribers] in Tupper Lake, NY. Family owned since 1896, the property is comprised of extensive tracts of boreal and Northern hardwood forest, three lakes, 20+ buildings and many miles of roads and hiking trails. We offer the possibility of a live-in caretaker position at our remote camp, which would be perfect for the avid outdoorsman. We value all skill sets and offer the ability to grow into a leadership role in our organization. The candidate would join our Superintendent couple in the year round operation of our seasonal camp. Carpentry, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and safe chainsaw operation are all highly valued skills. These combined with a service oriented mindset when dealing with the owners and guests would make for our perfect hire. We offer competitive wages and vacation time to the right individual ready to join our team. All applicants will be required to submit to a background check and provide a list of professional references. Please contact the [Contact info available to subscribers]

ONSITE MANAGER NEEDED in Cairo, NY. Getaway ( [Contact info available to subscribers] ) builds tiny houses, places them in the middle of nature, and rents them out by the night to people looking to disconnect and recharge. The Onsite Manager will live on the property and be the resident expert in taking care of all after hours guest requests. In addition, this position will be responsible for preparing all aspects of the operation for the following day. To be good at this job, you should be a responsible night person – the type that smiles a lot, hustles always and loves making guests happy. You should also be the type that knows how to troubleshoot and fix maintenance issues. Compensation is company provided housing, along with an hourly rate of pay ($15). Please send your resume and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers] if interested and qualified. You can go here to get a look at what it’s like to work at [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Seeking a long-term post in the continental US, approximately March – September 2020. Responsible, seasoned house sitter seeking a position with part-time responsibilities while I complete online courses in cybersecurity and machine learning. Open to house sitting, caretaking, hosting, and/or light animal care posts with housing, utilities, and internet. Extensive experience in house sitting, estate management, international tourism, and stable management. I’m a young American woman traveling since finishing university, where I graduated magna cum laude with honors in philosophy. I have reliable transportation, happy to travel. References available; please send inquiries to

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Wednesday, January 29, 2020

Australia

[Contact info available to subscribers] in Bathurst, New South Wales is seeking applicants for the role of Caretaker. Further details can be obtained by contacting [Contact info available to subscribers], or mail in your application with resume, including at least two references, to [Contact info available to subscribers] Applications will be accepted through the close of business on Monday, February 3, 2020. This Caretaker position is subject to the completion and verification process of a NSW Working With Children Check.

New York

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My name is Logan Nichols, and I am 21-years-old. I will be married May 9th and am looking to find a long-term ranch job. My fiance’s name is Camille, and we have both grown up working cattle with horses. Looking for a place with housing and plenty of horseback work. I have experience calving heifers, caretaking yearlings, and some fencing. Can rope and identify sick cattle. Like starting horses, but would prefer that to not be the full-time job. Would prefer to not be in a tractor all the time, and we have our own horses. Looking to stay in Kansas or one of the surrounding states. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks.

Tuesday, January 28, 2020

New Zealand

WILDERNESS LODGE ASSISTANTS NEEDED. Can be single(s) or a couple. We are seeking enthusiastic team members at our two Wilderness Lodges – [Contact info available to subscribers] These family-run nature lodges offer stylish accommodation, fine dining and guided activities to a small number of mainly international visitors. The lodges are great places to live and work if you love nature and wish to save money in a spectacular remote location. These positions may best suit a couple. Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki is 90 km south of Fox Glacier surrounded by rainforest near the seacoast in a beautiful World Heritage Area. Wilderness Lodge Arthur’s Pass is on a mountain sheep farm adjacent to Arthur’s Pass National Park, between Christchurch and Greymouth. The duties involved are mostly housekeeping and restaurant work, though the ideal candidates will be versatile and willing to pitch in with whatever needs doing. You will need to be happy to clean our guest rooms to a high standard, wait on tables, do dishes and generally help out around the Lodge. Positions starting early/mid-February (may be some flexibility). Candidates must commit to a full season of work. The role of our Lodge Assistants is varied but we do need mature people with an eye for detail. In return for your hard work we can offer competitive pay rates, plenty of hours, comfortable staff accommodation and food at a reasonable cost, and the chance to live in a unique wilderness setting and the invitation to join our guided nature and farm discovery trips, explore our network of self-guided walks, and to experience wild New Zealand nature. Must have a current New Zealand Working Holiday Visa. To apply, please our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] to learn more, and then contact us.

Vermont

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a couple/pair to live and work at Knight Island State Park, Vermont, from April 26th through September 12th. We are looking for two people who will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and upkeep of Knight Island and nearby Woods Island State Parks. Knight Island is a remote 158-acre island located on Lake Champlain’s Inland Sea, and 125-acre Woods Island is located nearby. Both offer picturesque remote camping for visitors on a total of 12 sites between the two islands. Responsibilities include campsite cleaning and upkeep, trail maintenance, mowing, weed-whacking, and privy cleaning. Will also be responsible for monitoring visitors on campsites and taking walk-in reservations. May also include transporting some visitors to and from campsites from mainland by a 22′ boat. The responsibilities will be split between two positions, one assuming the role of Park Manager and the other as Park Attendant. OUPV/6 Pack Inland License is preferred for the Park Manager, and boating experience is required for both positions. CPR/First aid or higher medical certification is required. Must be physically fit as these positions require significant walking and physical labor. These are paid, full-time seasonal positions with housing included. Accommodations are in a one-bedroom two-story cabin with full kitchen, solar electricity, and outhouse. For more information, or to apply, visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Monday, January 27, 2020

California

CARETAKER NEEDED for a rural property in San Luis Obispo County, California. This is a temporary position April – August (dates negotiable) that could possibly evolve to a permanent position. A mature and responsible individual (or couple) with experience is desired. A heated mobile home with all utilities paid (including Internet and phone) and monthly stipend of $800 are provided. Maximum capacity for residency is two people of any age. Prefer no pets. Responsibilities include maintenance of two homes (yours and a family vacation home), housekeeping of family home, extensive grounds-keeping of Oak Woodlands and planted/irrigated areas, property security, and family home extra preparation when occupancy is anticipated. Must be physically fit and able to operate (at least) mower, weed wacker, chain saw and leaf blower (equipment provided.) Performance of maintenance duties will involve working in a crawl space, attic and on the roof (to keep the roof and gutters clean). Must be proficient enough with a smart phone and email to communicate regularly. Must be comfortable with wildlife presence, including bears, bobcats, foxes, rattlesnakes, etc. No hunting, no firearms and no smoking allowed anywhere on the property. Please send your resume and at least three work references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hawaii

[Contact info available to subscribers] is a 3,500 sq. ft. house that echoes a relaxed way of life. It is an open air space with tons of plants, koi fish pond, natural and upcycled materials with serene forest and ocean views. It is located in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawai’i, just 10 minutes to the nearest beach and to the town center. The Koi House offers various units for rent – three bedrooms, one bedroom apartment, a tiny house, and a glamping tent available for rent. From May 2020, we are looking for a couple to work together as a team and take over the day-to-day management and operations of The Koi House. This is at least a six month commitment, with a two-week trial period. Compensation includes housing, utilities, car, all cleaning fees and a stipend. Please send a cover letter and resume with current and applicable experience to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Business manager, electrician, feng shui practitioner (and much more!) seeks position preferably in a beautiful area of the mountainous west. I transformed a hostel from shuttered to vibrant and profitable, owned a five employee generator sales and service company, was a FM chief engineer and programmer, credit union VP, EMT, taught Men’s Alternatives to Violence, know HTML and lived off grid. I enjoy humor and a diverse life, love animals and fair people, am reliable, healthy, neat, intuitive, don’t drink, smoke or use drugs. How can I help you? The position must include a significant salary. Please contact

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Thursday, January 23, 2020

Alaska

Massachusetts

FULL-TIME INNKEEPER POSITIONS AVAILABLE for a candidate or couple on Nantucket Island. Housing available. The [Contact info available to subscribers] is a 13 room luxury boutique Inn, open from April through October and Christmas Stroll weekend (the first weekend of December). “Impeccable New England by-way-of-France Style” says Conde Nast. Must have strong Front Office experience and sincere guest and employee communication skills. Report to the General Manager and interact with owners on daily basis. Upbeat, good energy and people skills. Front Office duties include reservations, guest arrival and check-out, daily reports, concierge duties and breakfast order taking and service for full cooked-to-order breakfast. Communicate with housekeeping/laundry staff to prioritize order of room makeups based on arrival times, room changes, etc. We are a small 13 room, luxury Inn so we are looking for “hands on”, multi-tasking Innkeepers. Pay will be commensurate with experience. Qualified candidates, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] to learn more, and then email a cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] No phone calls please.

Mexico

RVING CARETAKER IS NEEDED for a closed ocean front RV Park. Looking for a six month to a year round caretaker for our closed RV Park, located in Celestino Gasca, Sinaloa, Mexico. We are remote, but its only15 minutes from town, and 50 minutes from Mazatlan. There are great surf breaks in the area, a great mountain bike area, and great bird watching. Light duties are required in exchange for a RV site with water and sewer. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

HOUSE SITTER needed for our large home and acreage in Westchester County. Need an honest and trustworthy person to stay here. This would be ideal for a college student who lives nearby, or a retired person. This can turn into a long-term position, as we plan on foreign travel for months at a time for many years in the future and will always need help with our property. Our next trip will be from March 15 through June 1. A one bedroom/one bathroom cottage on our property will be provided to the house sitter. Must check on the main house daily, bring in the mail, and make sure that the gardener and pool person show up each week. If interested, please email some information about yourself and your references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

North Carolina

PET/HOUSE SITTER NEEDED. Can be a single or couple, but no pets or other people, please. I live in Asheville and have a very small 950 square foot house and a small dog. Fred is a friendly dog and he loves my fenced backyard. I will be away for most of April and May 2020. If you’re a dog-loving person, you’ll love it here. I will need to check your references. For more details, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

SEEKING A POWER COUPLE to manage homes on a large South Texas ranch in Beeville. We are looking for a wonderful and reliable, motivated manager/caretaker couple to fill two positions and live onsite to manage many aspects of a privately owned ranch. The property is comprised of two main guest homes, a “party barn” (Recreation House), a lake house, a cabin, several out buildings, and a caretaker’s home. This position requires one to be physically able to work outdoors in all types of weather and on uneven terrain. Candidates must be able to safely operate a small tractor, truck and other equipment including power and hand tools. The second caretaker position’s duties include guest meal planning, food purchase, food preparation, serving meals to owners and guests, as well as the cleaning and upkeep of the homes, cabin and other buildings. Candidates must be flexible with work schedules as these are not typical 8 – 5 jobs when the owner is on the property. While the owner and guests are off site, work hours will be a typical seven or eight hour day Monday – Friday. While the owner and guests are at the ranch, staff are needed to work adjusted schedules to accommodate and can include later hours and weekends. The owners are typically onsite about seven or eight times per year. The team will be expected to keep the property at “guest ready” level at all times throughout the year regardless of the owner’s schedule. Housing offered along with a salary of $40,000. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] to apply.

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Seeking: Property Manager Gardener Administrator position. Hello, I am looking to relocate back home to Long Island, NY preferably in Brooklyn or Queens. I am a single mature reliable discreet woman, drug free with numerous skills in many industries including Maritime, Permaculture, nutrition, pet care and more. I have excellent references, clean Federal, motor vehicle, tenant-landlord, credit, etc. history. Reliable vehicle. Well-traveled, I have lived on site on three estates, Italy, Mill Neck, NY and currently Mystic, CT. I will gladly email resume and reference contacts. Thank you for your consideration. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Monday, January 20, 2020

Costa Rica

COSTA RICA BEACHFRONT HOME: We are seeking a responsible, non-smoking, individual or couple to care for/rent our Costa Rica beachfront home: two bedrooms, two bathrooms, living room/ding room combination. Living quarters are on the upper level with a huge deck facing the ocean, and the lower level has a laundry room and storage. The home is in the south Pacific/Gulfo Dulce side of Costa Rica in the small town of Zancudo. Responsibilities include keeping the house clean and occupied, $400/month rent plus utilities (including DSL internet) and caring for two loveable mutts. Minimum lease of eight months to one year. The house is available in early April 2020. Please call

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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. We have six horses on the ranch, so we’ll need a house sitter who can care for our horses. We have a four bedroom/three bath home that we’ll need the house sitter for while we are away. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] and let us know if you can start house sitting from the end of March until the end of June. Thanks.

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RETIRED COUPLE SEEKING PROPERTY CARETAKER OR HOUSE SITTER POSITION in the Hill Country of Texas. Husband is a retired lawyer, wife is retired from a real estate firm in Houston. Organized, responsible, trustworthy and hard working. Also, capable of handling business/administrative/financial side of a small business. Would welcome opportunity to work with small farm/ranch business. We are active and healthy non-smokers, willing to care for your property. Please write to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thursday, January 16, 2020

Arkansas

HOUSE SITTER NEEDED for my large home in [Contact info available to subscribers] in Bentonville, AR. Will also need to care for my two dogs. Need the house sitter to start around March 15 with an indefinite time-period (at least six months while I’ll be out of the country). Can be a single person or couple (no children or other pets please). Must be dependable, trustworthy, responsible, and a nonsmoker/drinker/drug user, and in good health. Care for my home, dogs, and indoor plants. We have a weekly landscaper who takes care of our lawn and outdoor plants. Early retirees, retirees, or a part-time student would be OK. Can work in the home. Small wage possible. Be a homebody and spend most of your time on my property. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

SUMMER BY THE SEA! Need help from July – November 2020 (semi-flexible start/end). We seek an experienced (5+ year’s relevant work) couple to manage all aspects of our Inn: from bookings to check-ins, daily cleaning to landscaping upkeep, social media to shopping, and everything in between. This is not a 9-5 position: you will need to meet guests’ needs throughout the day and week. (No meal-prep involved.) Our small Inn has three guest suites, separate from generous owners’ quarters, in an 1850’s Victorian located in a quaint harbor town in Port Jefferson, NY with access to private beaches and fun local happenings. You can read more at [Contact info available to subscribers] Pay is a negotiated flat weekly rate plus housing in our furnished owner’s quarters, as well as all tips. Vehicle is provided for business use. Please email us a copy of your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] We look forward to hearing from you!

New Zealand

THIS IS AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY to live in the heart of the wine region with a fun loving Kiwi family located in Blenheim. We are looking for a dynamic person to help around our lifestyle property and businesses. Mainly helping with cleaning, picking berry fruit, picking flowers, gardening and other odd farm jobs in exchange for food, accommodation, plus 10 – 20 hours paid work and unlimited Wi-Fi! We are looking for someone to commit for two to three months due to the training involved in picking the flowers. If you have a ready smile, are enthusiastic and enjoy varied work we are looking for you! Some retail experience and good spoken English is also preferred. We also have a hostel with backpackers from around the world who work in the area. The accommodations will be in the hostel so there will be an opportunity to meet and socialize with other people too. We live close to walks by the river, small village nearby and plenty of room to kick a ball around in quiet country surroundings. If you are interested and in the area then please call [Contact info available to subscribers] to discuss. I look forward to hearing from you.

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Hello, I’m Mark, a healthy living (non-smoker, no drugs at all), conscientious, responsible mature single male. I’m seeking an opportunity as a live-in caretaker on a beautiful property close to nature. I’m strong, fit and hard working. Great with pets! College Degree/Marine Corps Veteran. Able and willing to relocate. I currently reside in Aptos, CA. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wednesday, January 15, 2020

JOURNALIST REQUEST FOR KIPLINGER’S RETIREMENT REPORT: Looking for single people or a couple 50 and up who housesat for three weeks or more in the US or abroad to learn about living somewhere else. Must do a phone interview in the next week or so for a story in Kiplinger’s Retirement Report. The story will contain advice on how to do this, mistakes to avoid, and I am looking for colorful anecdotes. If you fit these criteria, please email me at [Contact info available to subscribers] with a brief description of your experiences and your email address or phone number. Thanks.

California

LOOKING FOR A LIVE-IN ASSISTANT MANAGER to oversee our 44-room Inn located in Tahoe City. Duties Include and not limited to working the front desk on a daily basis with one to two days off a week, and overseeing the housekeeping staff. Basic day-to-day operations. Working closely with remote management via email and telephone. Guest satisfaction, creating reservations, processing payments, guest inquiries, etc. Position available ASAP with a generous salary and accommodations. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

FULL-TIME HORSE FARM CARETAKER STABLE MAINTENANCE needed in Kirkland, WA. The potential caretaker would be responsible for the day-to-day care of the animals and maintenance of the barns/paddocks/pastures. Overlake Farm provides full care stall and pasture boarding. We are seeking an individual committed to animals and their care. A great deal of previous experience caretaking is desired but not required, but the applicant must be passionate and interested in animal care, and be willing and eager to learn about horses, their care, and how to manage a healthy herd, barn, and pastures. Tasks might include (but are not be limited to): cleaning stalls/paddocks, cleaning water troughs, feeding horses, turning horses in and out, and repairing fences, basic grounds maintenance, basic medical care of horses, and pasture/paddock maintenance. We are seeking to employ an individual part-time or full-time. The schedule can be negotiable, depending upon applicant’s need. Full-time wages will be $2,800/month, plus $1,350 worth of free housing, plus benefits (top of the line medical, dental, vision health insurance, paid days off, retirement plan, etc.). If you’re interested in applying, please email a listing of your previous experience with animals (with dates), a cover letter, resume, and three email addresses for work-related references (supervisors, bosses, etc.) to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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RURAL PROPERTY/BUSINESS OWNERS: Husband/wife team, experienced in rural property management, including a 7-cabin resort in Michigan, an 1829 historic mansion/events center in Pennsylvania and a private, off-grid trout club in Vermont, seek year-round, long-term position, preferably in New England or Canada. We are independent, self-motivated and trustworthy non-smokers with handyman skills and experience dealing with the public. Excellent references provided. We have nine years’ experience and our profile has been featured twice in The Caretaker Gazette. Please contact us at [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

Monday, January 13, 2020

Australia

ON-SITE CARETAKERS NEEDED at the [Contact info available to subscribers] in Batchelor, Northern Territory. We are looking for a couple who have their own accommodation i.e. a caravan/motor home, and who would be interested in volunteering as “On-Site Caretakers” at the Batchelor Museum this year, 2020. The season is from April 1to the end of September/October, depending on the weather. This is not a paid position. Your van site, power and water are free for you in the grounds of the Museum. There is also a bathroom, fridge and small washing machine available. Batchelor is at the gateway to the beautiful “Litchfield National Park” and is a very historic little town of approximately 400 people, 50/50 Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal. Batchelor is only 100kms from Darwin. There is a wonderful community spirit in the town and always lots of fun activities going on. Lawn bowls, a swimming pool, general store, beautiful Batchelor Oval with a cricket pitch, many parks, monthly markets, monthly Quiz Nights, Op-shop, Anglican and Seventh Day Adventist Churches, Butterfly Farm and Rum Jungle Tavern with karaoke weekly are some of the activities you could become involved in during your stay at the Museum. The more you give, the more you receive in Batchelor. You won’t want to leave! We are interested in a neat and friendly couple who are active and enjoy meeting and talking with people, most of whom are travelers such as you. There is a small shop/cafe in the entry building, selling Museum souvenirs, gift lines from local artists, ice creams, drinks etc. There would be remuneration given in appreciation for the running of the cafe. The main requirements are keeping the three buildings of the museum clean, opening and closing, and greeting visitors each day. Also, maintaining the museum grounds and driveways. Details of these activities will be forwarded upon application, with a run-sheet of a typical day. This is an easy and rewarding position for two people to share the day’s activities. The Museum is open seven days a week during the season and on request thereafter. Open hours are from 10am to 4pm. You would be required to be here five days per week, then two days off. This is flexible to suit different requirements. We are all volunteers, and as such, try to be flexible. We have a small yet dedicated group of Committee members and friends of the Museum who look after it on a regular basis to allow our valued caretakers to enjoy their time off. A keen interest in Australian history, in particular WWII would be great but not necessary. This is an opportunity to learn more about the Top End and the front line of our Australian WWII history; also the Rum Jungle Uranium Mine and the township of Batchelor in the 1950’s, 60’s, and 70’s. The Museum is fascinating and, whilst it has only been open since 2012, has been given great reviews and is on the “to do” list for the Northern Territory. It is constantly evolving, with new exhibits and information being added on a regular basis. If you are interested in keeping the history alive and would like more information, please phone [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

AN ESTATE IN GREELEY, CO is looking to hire a full-time caretaker to maintain a property on the west side of town. Duties will include but are not limited to the following: equipment maintenance, feeding/watering horses and cattle, heavy equipment experience, general ground maintenance, snow removal, fence work, and any experience in sprinkler systems is a plus. For more information, or to apply, please email your resume to

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Michigan

COUPLE NEEDED mid-May to mid-October, to assist in management and maintenance of a six-cabin lakeside resort. Located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula adjacent to the Sylvania Wilderness, cherished for its pristine lakes and old growth forest. Responsibilities include guest relations, housekeeping, maintenance, repairs, and yardwork. Rustic, private cabin with utilities and Wi-Fi included. Additional compensation paid for cabin cleaning and other jobs. Ideal candidates are friendly, independent, self-motivated, and meticulous, have plumbing, electrical and painting skills, have a love for nature and enjoy living in a wilderness setting. Please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] to learn more and then email [Contact info available to subscribers] to apply.

New York

HI, ALL YOU WONDERFUL APPLICANTS. My name is Trisha. I posted an ad here for a caretaker on Wednesday, January 8. Today I am retracting it. It is not because I found the perfect Someone. It is because I found too many perfect Someone’s. My little life cannot compare to the photos sent in to my ad. So wonderful are your surroundings. Reading about your living quarters makes me want to move where you live (smile). Anyway, I can’t decide. I would like to pick all of you. I don’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings, so I’ve decided to maybe revisit this when I learn more about the process, or develop a backbone whenever that is. Anyway, Thank You All for sharing yourselves, Trisha. (Because of the overwhelming response to Trisha’s email broadcast with us last week, she asked that we do not include her contact info here).

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58-year-old male, in good health seeking a full-time salaried position … my experience includes much side work in the past 20 years … landscaping, roofing, interior upgrades and repairs and caring for a local doctor’s property for 17 years. I have 35 years in manufacturing experience though I find the caretaking type of work much more fulfilling. I can be contacted by phone at

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Wednesday, January 8, 2020

Australia

HELP NEEDED in the Green Head area of Western Australia. This is a work exchange situation for a couple with their own RV. Looking for a friendly, enthusiastic, active couple to work 10 hours per week in exchange for powered RV site fees. You will be dealing with the front office, phones, bookings, emails and some general cleaning. Minimum two months required. Please give us a call at [Contact info available to subscribers] if you are interested. Immediate start.

New York

HI, IN WAY OF INTRODUCTION, MY NAME IS TRISHA. This is my first-time advertising for property help. My last caretaker was with me for 10 years until he just passed away (I will miss him forever). My goal is to find someone who would also fit into my lifestyle, and become a part of my family as he was. He often told me, that I was the type of person that always had him feel he was working with me, rather than working for me, and it’s with these words of his, that I will try to find another man who will feel the same. I am a simple, single, woman whose goal is to try and live a simple life. My caretaker always told me that I had a quirky sense of humor – I’ll go along with that (smile) I am a property owner of only one acre of land in the beautiful Catskill Mountains of upstate New York. My Chalet is across from the Mountains Ski Slope, and my backyard butts up against the Forest Preserve – so it’s a lovely spot that is conveniently located, yet secluded. I live on a dead-end, private road with two neighbors, who live in the city, and are never usually around. My only means of income now is renting out my Chalet to skiers in the winter, and hikers in the fall, so turnover help is what it’s all about, and where your Caretaking/Handyman expertise will come in to play! My rental/income is the 4-bedroom, main-house Chalet. Easy to maintain, yet booked practically every other or every weekend of the year (not weekdays). The arrangement I had with my caretaker of 10 years would be what I am looking for – you would live in a newly renovated three bedroom apartment with all the most modern of amenities below the Chalet. TV, Internet, Wi-Fi, new kitchen, etc. One bedroom would be yours – the other bedroom is a guest bedroom that only houses a guest once every two years (smile) I guess you can say I’m not all that popular (smile). The 3rd bedroom is an office rarely used. I live to the side of the Chalet in a one-bedroom apartment with my three little dogs who are my only children. You would get to live rent free. I am a very neat person and can guarantee your living accommodation is beyond reproach! I would take care of your laundry and cook your meals. You would have use of three outside decks, a BBQ grill and fire pit area for outside enjoyment. I have tree speakers so listening to music while working around the property, or relaxing is always special! My Hot Tub Jacuzzi is also a fun perk for you, and available when Airbnb guests aren’t booked. Photos of all described would be sent to you prior to your journey, and after our meeting of the minds. A small weekly salary can be a consideration, although your having a separate means of income is ideal. Yard work, minimal snow plowing/blowing, repairs, minimal carpentry and general caretaking of the Chalet, etc. are the duties. Sending me your background, interest and skills is the next step. Hope you’d become part of my little family. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

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My name is Maddie and I was born and raised in Mt. Hood, Oregon. I recently moved to Colorado for a change of scenery, and to pursue an agricultural career. I am a hard-working animal lover with a lot to offer and an upbeat attitude! I am a lifelong animal lover with 8+ years of horsemanship skills, one year of vet science, five years in 4-H, and three years in FFA. I have done everything from vaccinating livestock to serving tables in a busy restaurant to working on diesel engines. My passion is horses and ranching. I have ridden all different types of horses, from English show horses to ranch and barrel horses. I don’t have much experience on cattle ranches but I have pregnancy check cattle in high school and given vaccinations and what I don’t know I catch on quick. I can drive any vehicle (manuals) and haul trailers, I do not have a CDL but am willing to obtain one. I don’t have welding experience but I’m starting to learn. I’m just a hand working horsewoman looking for the perfect farm or ranch. Resume and references available upon request. For more info, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tuesday, January 7, 2020

Colorado

HAVE YOU DREAMED OF LIVING IN THE HEART OF THE COLORADO MOUNTAINS for the summer season? We are seeking a couple for our summer season at [Contact info available to subscribers] Our mountain resort has been in operation since 1940 and owned by the same family since 1975. We need help in our kitchen with cooking, baking and bartending. We are looking for a couple from early May through the month of September. We provide room/board. Please see our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] to learn more about [Contact info available to subscribers] and please get in touch in with questions, or to apply. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Idaho

SUMMER 2020 DUDE RANCH JOBS AVAILABLE – wranglers, housekeeping/serving, ranch hand, and kitchen help needed. [Contact info available to subscribers] Ranch is a gorgeous and remote dude ranch in Northern Idaho offering peace, outdoor adventure, and warm western hospitality to all our wonderful guests. It is one of the last rare spots, kept secluded and safe, and we want to share that with others. We believe our ranch exists to “Reconnect People to the Important Things of a Life Well-Lived.” To achieve that mission, we need an excellent team that values professionalism, has a positive outlook, takes ownership of their work, and can help us create a safe environment where people can grow and create unforgettable memories. We are a great place to work and the team members here are the pride and joy of the ranch (as well as our horses, of course)! We are currently looking to add more amazing team members for the upcoming 2020 guest season. Current open positions include: Chef, Kitchen Assistants, Prep Cook and Baker, Hospitality Crew, Wranglers, Ranch Hands, Massage Therapist, Bartender, and Nanny. We offer a healthy working environment, free employee housing and meals five days a week (plus leftovers), competitive wages, a season end completion bonus, and access to all the same amazing activities our guests enjoy! It will be a summer you will never forget, not to mention you’ll be surrounded by beautiful country and good people. We are currently accepting applicants who are awesome, authorized to work in the USA, 21 years of age or older, drug free, not grumpy, and can lift 50 pounds. If you would like to apply please go to

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Michigan

[Contact info available to subscribers] in Leland, Michigan is seeking an Innkeeper couple for a seven month contract term April to Mid-November. Please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] to read the full job description and application instructions. Owners are friendly and supportive, live nearby, and will be highly involved in ensuring Innkeepers get off to a great start with plenty of training. Wonderful 18 unit waterfront hotel on five acres in lovely community. There is an opportunity exists to live in the main home in the off season as well.

New York

LIVE-IN DOMESTIC COUPLE NEEDED. An executive couple with a secondary residence in Southampton, NY seeks to hire a highly experienced and capable domestic couple to take charge of their residence and provide personal service to the principals and guests when they are in residence. Past experience working in a fine home is required. The ideal candidates will be hard-working, have excellent cooking and cleaning skills, and will love dogs (cute and loveable). Primary responsibilities for the couple will include daily hands-on cleaning of the residence, managing vendors and contractors to maintain the residence, coordinating events, providing guest service, and preparing daily meals for the principals while they are in residence using fresh ingredients. The ability to cook for small dinner parties and prepare a range of cuisines is needed. This is a full-time, year-round position, with a more flexible schedule available in winter when the family is not in residence. Accommodations in the residence are provided; the living accommodations include a private apartment within the home. Joint compensation up to $200,000 offered, depending on experience, plus a full benefits package. The home is currently being renovated, but the project will soon be finished – flexible start date available. Please apply for position [Contact info available to subscribers] for consideration. Local candidates only. Qualified applicants will be contacted.

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Monday, January 6, 2020

Michigan

New Jersey

RESIDENT GENERAL MANAGER NEEDED. Looking for an individual to live on site and operate a 16 room Inn on the Jersey Shore that includes a 70-seat event space. The ideal candidate will be responsible for guest services, room inventory management, housekeeping, quality control, general maintenance, marketing and event planning. Qualified candidates must be self-motivated, a hands-on player willing to wear as many hats as needed, be computer literate, customer-oriented and organized. Hospitality experience is required. Please email your resume to

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North Carolina

CARETAKER COUPLE OR A SINGLE CARETAKER WANTED for short-term cabin rentals near Asheville, NC, in the Blue Ridge Mountains, on three acres with a small stream. Looking for a healthy caretakers to live on site – with or without your own tiny house on wheels or a RV – to do housekeeping, landscaping and some maintenance as needed. You won’t be responsible for bookings or management but will be needed on site to meet and greet, etc. Compensation will be full hook-ups for your RV and salary. Also have a separate 12′ X 36′ cabin available for a handyperson to finish and live in. If interested please text [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

I HAVE 2.25 ACRES NEAR AMARILLO, TX. I would like to have other folks share my space and create a small community. I have a large mobile home and there is plenty of space for tiny houses, yurts, or dome homes. Most of the property is fenced so dogs can run free. There is lots of stuff for art projects. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] if interested.

Washington

CARETAKER COUPLE WANTED on Decatur Island (near Anacortes, Washington). Looking for full-time caretakers with skills to maintain the property, cabins, office, and run a boat for the [Contact info available to subscribers] Work with members, board, islanders, and vendors (organization and communication skills are critical). Physical fitness needed to maintain and steward the land and buildings. The couple must team well, be self-motivated, personable, responsible, active in outdoors and boating. Salary, paid time off, modern cabin, and more provided. Move in required no later than April 1, 2020. For more information please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] If interested, please send your cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Healthy, energetic, enthusiastic mid-40s woman with an eye for detail seeks position as a live-in caretaker, Innkeeper, or assistant manager in a beautiful setting. Experience includes cooking, gardening, housekeeping, corporate sales and marketing, bookkeeping, administrative assistance, childcare, and small farm animal care. Passions include healthy living, organic produce and pasture-raised meats, outdoor hiking and exploring, antiques, interior decorating. Housing must be able to accommodate my two sweet cats and one good-natured husband. Husband is a writer, avid fisherman and hunter. He’s great for security, trail maintenance, deer management, maybe even some lawn maintenance, but not much else. It’s okay, though. I still adore him, and he’s good company. Loves to tell stories and entertain. Perfect if you ever have guests or visitors. Seeking private housing on site. Salary would be a blessing, if available. Reach out if you or someone you know would like to chat! Please call

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