The Caretaker Gazette January / February 2012

Alaska

EXPERIENCE THE COASTAL ALASKAN bush in style. Our lodge and home is looking for volunteers for the upcoming summer to help with indoor and outdoor chores. We are running a full-service wilderness lodge at one location and building a seaside wharf and house at another location three miles from the lodge. Everything is built by hand with no heavy machinery so volunteers need to be physically fit and have some experience with tools. At the lodge we need help with kitchen duties, hauling and stacking firewood, gardening, cleaning, building, painting, and renovations. We can house four volunteers at any given time and the lodge takes no more than eight guests at any given time so it is quiet and peaceful with opportunities to learn new skills, work in a wilderness location where progress is often slow but always meaningful, interact with high end guests from around the world, and make positive lifetime memories. All room and board is provided by the lodge and there are no costs associated with volunteering. Volunteers eat the same food as the lodge guests which consists of fresh Alaskan seafood and other gourmet dishes. We expect an eight hour work day, five days a week. Off work time can be utilized to use the lodge kayaks, fish from the floating dock for halibut, hike the local trails, engage in hobbies, or visit the local town of Homer. We are a small family-run lodge and find our enjoyment in the fun activities that we do and the work that we accomplish. We do not drink or take drugs and we expect the same of our volunteers. Volunteers need to be able to make their way to Homer, Alaska (100 air miles south of Anchorage) and, from there, will be transported to the lodge at our expense. Volunteers can participate in our programs for as little as two weeks or as much as six months. For more information, please visit our lodge website at [Contact info available to subscribers]

WINTER CARETAKER needed to watch over a large remote fishing lodge in southwestern Alaska. Everything is furnished, food, travel, large apartment and a dog plus wages paid until mid-May 2012. To apply, please fax your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers].

VOLUNTEER CAMPGROUND HOSTS needed in [Contact info available to subscribers] statewide. Camp hosts receive a campsite, stipend, and training for 30 – 40 hours per week. The season is mid-May to September, with a minimum four week commitment. Please write to [Contact info available to subscribers] or visit the [Contact info available to subscribers]

LAND OF THE MIDNIGHT SUN! Come join the fun! Our world famous lodge is located 35 miles above the Arctic Circle in a fly-in only village on the Koyukuk River in the foothills of the Brooks Range, owned and operated by the [Contact info available to subscribers] for the past 30 years. The lodge has been featured in everything from many foreign travel channels to Discovery Channel, National Geographic, NBC, Ice Road Truckers, Flying Alaska TV show, Good Morning America and too many others to name. People from all over the world visit here in the summer as a jumping off point into the Brooks Range to start their Alaskan Adventure. Just as many visit here in the winter to see the best Northern Lights viewing in the world. Be a part of ” Real Alaska ”, not set up for cruise ships or tourists. We offer a taste of original Alaska, untouched and authentic. The experience we give our guests will last them a lifetime, friendly and professional service in an environment where they can observe real Alaska taking place. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is very diverse, coming from all over the world for their own Alaskan experience. We are looking for personnel for this winter and next summer help with everyday lodge activities. The summer season starts June 1st through September 30th. Looking for someone enthusiastic about the outdoors, everything from making beds to boat tours to feeding sled dogs. This is an exciting atmosphere with great co-workers and tourists from all over the world! Please contact us via our website: [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks.

Letters to the Editor

Dear Mr. Dunn, I had such a good experience finding a caretaker through your publication I just had to write about the experience. I subscribed for $29.95 and went through the Situation-Wanted ads in your classifieds. I found eight that seemed suitable and sent an email to each. No replies. I waited a few more days, hesitating because I assumed it would be a few hundred to advertize my need. But I relented and typed the ad and it was $178.00. But thanks to your very easy to use software I whittled it down to exactly 100 words, costing me a total of $65.00. What followed blew us away! Within a few hours the emails and phone calls started pouring in. So much so that we could be very selective. Thanks to you we have found the ideal couple with children to put the life back into a home that has been deserted. By the time we retire there in two years these great folks will have paved the way for us. We are blessed and grateful for The Caretaker Gazette. Thank You, R. F., Caldwell, ID

Thanks for taking the time to write to us, Ron. It was our pleasure to help you find great caretakers for your property.

Hi Gary, I wanted to thank you for helping me get a good raise some years ago when I worked for the rich and famous. I was underpaid and with the salary info from some of the listings in your publication I was able to show my job’s real worth, and ended up getting a nice raise as a result. Thanks, D. B. Cardiff by the Sea, CA

Glad we were able to provide you with the information to help you negotiate a raise, David. We have heard the same thing from many other subscribers over the years. Many property owners have told us that they simply have no idea what type of compensation to offer their caretakers so they use The Caretaker Gazette to help them come up with an adequate compensation package.

Gary, I just want to tell you that we had the most wonderful experience with our Caretakers who answered our ad in your newsletter. We live in Costa Rica and needed someone to take care of our house and animals while we were vacationing in Italy. Les and Wayne (yes, Wayne is a lady) answered our ad and we started emailing. They came, we went. Les and Wayne became fast friends with some of our neighbors and they have been added to several email and Facebook lists from our community. Not only were they both extraordinarily proficient in keeping our house clean and running smoothly, but they also trained our sometimes-rebellious dog to sit upon command. And Les spoiled one of the cats so much that she went around meowing for him for several days after they left. Not only did they provide an essential service for us, they become our new friends, but ones we feel like we’ve known for years. Thanks again for this most-positive experience. Keep doing what you do so well. V. B., Costa Rica

Thanks for sharing this with us Vicki. It sounds like a mutually beneficial experience! It’s always nice to hear another success story via The Caretaker Gazette!

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Arizona

OCCASIONAL house sitter needed in north central Arizona. Only local area people need apply, from the Phoenix, Flagstaff, Prescott, Sedona, Cottonwood and general areas. We are a small semi-working ranch, offering accommodations for guests as well as horse travelers and their horses. We are located in a beautiful private setting in north central Arizona. Your responsibility would be to stay in my accommodations and care for my three (3) cats and occasionally my two small dogs. You would need to be on property during my absence. This would be usually three (3) days/nights or so and possibly three (3) weeks in August or so. I prefer a single person. Must be clean, non-smoker, non-drinker. For more details please email [Contact info available to subscribers] with name and phone contact number.

PET CARETAKER OPPORTUNITY. Live on-site in your RV (rent and utility free) in exchange for assisting with rescued and boarding dog care. Your pets are welcome too. Please contact Carrie at Animal Guardian Network by calling [Contact info available to subscribers] or email [Contact info available to subscribers]

BIRD/ANIMAL CARETAKER needed for a large non-profit Sanctuary on 72 acres in the Cascabel (rural desert) Benson area. The [Contact info available to subscribers] is a life-care facility for captive exotic birds. With 700 birds in our care we are seeking dedicated individual(s) to provide daily care. Our animal caregivers must have a genuine interest in birds and their well being. Caregiver’s responsibilities include the daily feeding of all animals, which includes cleaning of food bowls and areas; daily cleaning and maintenance of all cages and enclosures; monitoring of the health of all animals; general support of the daily operations in the animal areas which would include tasks such as enrichment, maintaining grounds, and special projects as needed. Candidates must be able to perform regular, strenuous duties in all desert weather conditions. Candidates must have the ability to lift and carry 50 pounds; regularly bend, reach and kneel; work in our outdoor and indoor dusty environments – allergens are heavy; handle high levels of noise; work in an environment with daily changes in climate. You will also be exposed to animal waste and potentially aggressive parrots. Bird care and handling experience a plus. Position requires a minimum of 40 hours per week. Candidate must be willing to work weekends and holidays. Candidates must be extremely dependable. Due to our location candidates must have a reliable vehicle capable of handling county maintained dirt roads. Candidates must be willing to live on site. Interested applicants will be required to volunteer a minimum of five days as part of the application process. We will consider individual applicants or a couple who is interested in filling two full-time positions. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Argentina

IN THE BREATHTAKING WINE countryside just outside General Alvear stands a farm that needs a caretaker. The farm is a nursery that grows vines that are then sold to the area’s many thriving vineyards. The current owner, who lives elsewhere, hopes to find a mature couple to live on the 15-acre farm and tend the vines. This is not a place, or a job, for anyone who does not like working the earth, or who is incapable of somewhat rigorous labor. This is farming done largely by hand and by back. The right candidates will be conversant in Spanish, self-motivating and love to have their hands in the dirt; they will be responsible for the cultivation of the vines, upkeep of the property and general maintenance. Although the process is labor intensive, it is a manageable workload, and the current owner is ready to train the caretakers in all aspects of the nursery operation. In return for the farm work, the caretakers will live rent-free in a fully furnished, modern house. The caretakers will be responsible for paying the house utilities of approximately US $100 per month, including high-speed internet, and the care of two lovable and loyal dogs. A reliable vehicle will be essential, preferably a truck. In addition to the free rent, the caretakers will receive a share of the vine sale when sold the following spring. This opportunity requires a one-year commitment and lease, with possible extensions. This position will be filled within one month, and all candidates are subject to a background check. For more information about this opportunity, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

VOLUNTEER needed in San Ignacio, Misiones province. I built this little paradise in a really very beautiful, tourist destination not only because of its important Jesuits ruins, but also for the breathtaking virgin nature in this green northern Argentina province. San Ignacio is a rather small village and we are very patient, calm and friendly persons so surely staying with us should be very relaxing for you. We warmly welcome volunteers (also with their child) basically to have fresh air from outside these backwoods – in addition I love good lively company and also need some little help in our hotel/bungalows Pragamisiones. Since this occupation is a mainly Female matter – I look for just one skilled Lady (better if not vegetarian) and of course it’s up to you when you arrive or how long you decide to stay here, take it as a kind of working vacation-ecotourism. Please, a minimum stay of two weeks or longer is required. I wake up at about seven and prepare the rich breakfast for our clients, clean the bungalows, wash, cook, shop, arrange reservations, talk with tourists and so on. My local collaborators help me a lot so if you dear Volunteer want to join our compact team and give us a hand during your mornings (six days a week) – thank you in advance – while in the afternoons you will have enough time to explore beautiful national parks around Iguazu Falls and doing what you desire in this natural Eden. You will have your own bathroom and nice room with everything inside. My house is at your disposal and hope you will also appreciate my international cuisine. I do not have TV, that’s why we live so happily but don’t worry there’s a good internet connection including Wi-Fi. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Arkansas

APARTMENT MANAGER/CARETAKER needed. Properties are located in Greenwood, Lavaca, Gentry, Russellville, Clarksville, Conway, and other locations throughout the state of Arkansas. Experience preferred but we will train the right person. This position is ideal for a couple. You are required to live on-site. Please send your resume and inquires to [Contact info available to subscribers]

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED as Campground Hosts at [Contact info available to subscribers] from April 1 to October 30, 2012. Volunteers will need their own RV and will have to greet visitors, provide information and assistance to visitors about the area, self deposit guidelines and self deposit vaults, surveillance of facilities and equipment, and notification of the proper authorities in case of emergency. Some light maintenance will be required, such as cleaning restrooms, picking up litter, cleaning grills and fire rings, and cleaning camping sites. In exchange for their services, park hosts are provided an RV site with water, sewage, and 50 amp electric service. The host site must be kept clean and orderly while site is occupied. To apply, please complete the volunteer application through our [Contact info available to subscribers]

PERSONAL ASSISTANT needed. Seeking a mature and well established personal assistant for my mother in Pine Bluff, AR on a part-time basis to assist with errands and major projects. Must have a track record for achieving results. References required. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Australia

A MATURE RETIRED PERSON is needed as a live-in caretaker. Live rent free in a modern self-contained flat, plus remuneration, in return for weekly cleaning of the owner’s residence and some gardening. The property is located in South West Sydney amidst scenic and tranquil environment yet central to all amenities. For further details please phone [Contact info available to subscribers].

CARETAKER/CLEANER live-in needed at a NSW mid-north coast tourist park/resort. The position includes maintenance work and cleaning, evening bookings, security patrols, and customer service requests. This would be suitable for a well presented, fastidious semi-retired or retired person with excellent people skills. Must be an experienced all rounder, and basic computer skills are preferred. You will be required to complete set tasks such as clean electric BBQ’s, camp kitchens, and games room, and amenity check and tidy, five nights a week. Including weekends and walk the park to keep any noise at bay and remain on call to attend to occasional general maintenance breakdowns or faults and customer problems. Also book in late arrivals up to 9pm. Weekend days including school holidays duties include pool cleaning and a list of set morning tasks, plus remain on call for canoe hire etc, attend to maintenance breakdowns and customer problems under the advice of and working closely with our reception team. You must be a friendly person who is happy to serve the needs of our customers and work well with a great team of dedicated professionals. The role is from 15, 20 hours per week. The role requires you to live-in a quality three bedroom, on-site residence. Immediate start. Couples are welcome to apply. Please fax applications to [Contact info available to subscribers]. To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.

LIVE-IN CARETAKER needed at [Contact info available to subscribers] in New South Wales. We are looking for live-in caretakers to join our team, located on the south coast of NSW. The duties will include, but not limited to: cleaning of on-site cabins and amenities, general gardening and mowing lawns, minor cabin maintenance, maintaining swimming pool, office work, and rostered after hours duties. Candidates should have previous experience in this type of work or have a keen eye for detail as well as a sound knowledge of computers, particularly accommodation booking systems. On-site shared accommodation will be provided as part of remuneration package. To apply, please send an application letter and resume to ryanbar[Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER COUPLE needed. An enthusiastic and reliable couple is required for a long-term position at a family property in the Oberon, NSW area. Duties include all housekeeping duties including cleaning, washing, ironing and very occasional snack preparation. The couple must include a keen gardener to look after parklands as well as supply firewood for the homestead. Other yard duties include lawn maintenance, planting, weeding, pruning, fertilizing, maintenance of irrigation system and tree propagation. General maintenance of machinery, vehicles and tools would also be required. The couple must be experienced and energetic, and able to work with minimal supervision to a high standard. Good communication skills are a must as well as current driver’s licenses. Relevant horticultural qualifications and experience will be viewed favorably. The starting date would be ASAP. Salary and separate caretaker accommodations which consists of a modern three bedroom home. For more information please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

CARETAKER NEEDED in Waterford (outside of Brisbane) for an Earthmoving business. Roustabout duties. Must live on-site. A truck license is an advantage. Caravans welcome. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Belize

house sitters WANTED. Experience a tropical lifestyle in southern Belize. The property is bordered by rainforests in the center of Maya culture. Caretake a self-sufficient owner built homestead. Electricity from the sun. Biogas is from organic materials. Enjoy cosmically charged rainwater and unpolluted, energy packed rainforest air. Taste a different tropical fruit each week. Stuff yourself with organically grown veggies. Make natural perfume from ylang-ylang petals. Prefer mature, responsible, drug-free, non-smoking couple or two adults. A minimum commitment of five weeks anytime from April through November. Your primary responsibility is having a presence on the property. Duties, as of this date, will be the care and feeding of one cat, six dogs, fish tanks, vermiculture, watering young plants and minor maintenance. For additional information, please email [Contact info available to subscribers] For photos, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

Bulgaria

PET-SITTER NEEDED in rural Bulgaria starting in May 2012. This is a highly unusual property caretaker position, with pets to care for too. I have a lovely acre in Bulgaria, with a comfortable caravan, a kitchen, courtyard and a shower room. I live in a very quiet rural area, with no night life. I need an imaginative and responsible person to live here while I am away working from time to time. No smokers taken. Must have references. Help with travel costs can be included if handyman – or handy-woman – jobs are undertaken. Basic duties are dog and cat care, watering and weeding – no more than three hours work per day. You are welcome to pursue your studies or work using the internet. This would be suitable for someone looking for a peaceful break with light duties. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for more details.

California

MAINTENANCE POSITION available: Work and live in the redwood coastal hills of Sonoma County, CA at beautiful [Contact info available to subscribers], a non-profit retreat and conference center in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition in northern California. Be in a spiritual community of like-minded people dedicated to service to humanity. [Contact info available to subscribers] is seeking an energetic, hard-working dedicated multi-tasker to join our growing team. Required skills: plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanical, light construction, compliance, trouble shooting, organizational skills, basic office computer skills Couples may apply with the partner having compatible experience in guest services, office, housekeeping, kitchen, and garden. This year-round residential work-study program combines meaningful work with opportunities for self-growth. It is a demanding fully engaged lifestyle with work six days a week, early evening classes four evenings a week. Need not be Buddhist to apply but please have a sincere interest. Six months to one year commitment. Includes vegetarian meals, housing (shared by twos, cabins with private bath, outdoor deck), monthly living allowance $150 per month, evening classes on the philosophy and practice of Buddhism. Sorry we cannot accept children or pets. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for more details and application or call [Contact info available to subscribers].

FARMER/MANAGER needed to run 700 acres of ranch in the high desert, 2,000′ elevation, in northeast Kern County. We are searching for a manager team which is competent in forage production, irrigation, equipment maintenance, record keeping and upkeep of several residences on the property. The operation includes a 40 to 60 pure bred cow herd, 20 plus goat herd, and a private hunting operation. This position includes a caretaker residence. English and Spanish speaking are required. To apply, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

RURAL CARETAKERS needed. This is a unique opportunity for a young, hardworking, energetic and dependable couple who have experience growing food and who want to live in the country on a 160 acre Botanical Sanctuary in inland Mendocino County. The caretakers will live in a small, beautiful, hand-crafted, off-grid cabin (suitable for two people), in exchange for weekly hours of outdoor physical labor: tend the roads, weed eating, stuff shuffle, etc., as well as growing food. A one year commitment, 4WD vehicle and references are required. Please write a little about yourself (work experience, food growing experience, interests, etc.) and include your telephone number. Please mail to “Caretakers”, [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks.

RANCH MANAGER/CARETAKER COUPLE needed for [Contact info available to subscribers]. We are seeking a very personable, high-energy, motivated, self-starter couple with good communication skills and experienced in hospitality services. Must be comfortable living in a remote area outside of Paso Robles, California. We are looking for qualified, hands-on professionals, with strong family values and integrity. Couple must be equipped for Christian Ministry events on the property. Duties to include: Performing the day to day interior and exterior maintenance, plumbing, mechanical and electrical work, gardening and grounds keeping, scheduling and overseeing vendors, vehicle care, laundry, and housekeeping with specialty cleaning projects. Knowledge of boats and manual repairs a plus. Assisting in hiring, training, and termination of the additional staff members for the ranch as needed. Overseeing and assisting the wrangler on property with additional duties to include handling and upkeep of horses, burritos, chickens, and other pets. Handling any and all emergencies should they arise. EMT training is welcomed in a candidate and or interest in being trained as an EMT. Interviewing and supervising all outside contractors, scheduling of daily/weekly duties performed for grounds staff, preventative maintenance for the home, boats and autos. This is a year-round, full time position with an excellent salary and some benefits, plus living accommodations in a separate lake view house on the property. Salary is to be determined but will be commensurate with experience. Couples should bring competencies beyond those listed above, possibly including building and land maintenance skills. We ideally seek a person/couple with a minimum of five years’ experience in a similar role, or someone who is currently working as an assistant to Building Caretaker or similar, and ready for the challenge of stepping up to the next level. The Estate Manager wears many hats, and must be a stickler for details. Partner: Organic, healthy and physically fit, partner shall have more “hands on” duties for the daily care of the estates main home. This shall include anything from filling in for the housekeeper duties as needed to prepare for the owners arrival, managing of household accounts, orchestration of functions, stocking and care of the household pantry, weekly flowers for décor upon request. To also include assisting the chef in preparation for formal or informal dinner parties as needed. This position will carry the role of a handyman to personal assistant at the main residence with strong organizational skills being a plus. Some gardening is expected to help keep the manicuring of perennial gardens and a small vegetable garden beautiful year round. Please email your cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] No phone calls please. Thank you.

LOOKING FOR A FARM CARETAKER for [Contact info available to subscribers] in Eastern Humboldt County. Need a caretaker to live on the farm during the off-season and prep for activity full spring and summer months – we will host at least one 10-day intensive farm course and possibly up to three. For the past year the vibrant educational based farm has not been cared for – so I am looking for an energetic person or team to assist in getting the farm back to working/educational condition, including bringing back laying chickens and milking goats, and prepping the garden for spring planting. There is a great cabin to stay in for the caretaker in exchange for work. There are opportunities to make money off the farm as neighbors are always looking for help. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] if you are interested. This is a unique opportunity for the right person(s).

HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED for 15 hours per week in exchange for a caretaker cottage with its own patio, utilities, cable, and a garage. Located near a jogging trail. References required. Please mail a letter about yourself and your references to [Contact info available to subscribers].

SEEKING A CARETAKER for a 5-acre ranchette in the Trinity Alps Wilderness area of California… possibly long-term. Room and board provided. The property has fruit trees, gardens, hybrid power (both off-grid and on), wood-burning and forced-air heat. Skills needed: use of chainsaw, malls and axes, weed-whackers, and tractor mowers, gardening, light plumbing and property maintenance. Knowledge of hydro power and tree pruning are a plus. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

BEAUTIFUL 39 ACRE Nature Education Center located halfway between Mendocino and Fort Bragg on the coast of California is looking for a semi-retired live-in innkeeper/caretaker couple to manage overnight guest lodge, including guest services, outreach, upkeep and maintenance. Looking for combination of computer/ office management, people skills, maintenance/handyperson/grounds management skills a plus. Lodging provided in two bedroom house with ocean view plus $1,500 per month. No pets, no smoking, good landlord and work references required. Please write to [Contact info available to subscribers]

OLDER ENERGETIC COUPLE (between the ages of 40 – 60) desired as long term guests for one of my mountain cottages in the bottom of a canyon located four miles from I-80 and one hour east of Sacramento. Keep all gold found in river; fish off porch. Must be OK in a very remote location. Should be a handyman type with common sense. Need income, 4WD truck, generator, computer, and phone. Off grid experience recommended. No addictions, no illnesses, and no children. This is not a job. Must be able to pass drug and criminal background tests. Please send references and background info to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER POSITION offered in Northern California’s Siskiyou County in Hornbrook, CA. Willing to provide free parking and rent for your RV in exchange for part-time and easy caretaker duties on my ranch, keeping trespassers away. This is off-the-grid, primitive living. 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 we prefer light/little to no visitors. This is not employment or a paid position, so you must have some other source of income available to live off of. Animals are OK, including horses, pigs, etc. Looking for a single male, couple, retiree, or a small family. A 4×4, SUV, ATV or horse would help in your duties. I am only looking for serious replies. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER NEEDED for a small hobby ranch with cattle in Central California, must be able to assist cows during calving season, mend wire fence, building maintenance, tree and brush cutting, etc. This is not a training position. Own trailer or motor home preferred. Basic compensation for routine chores and availability for emergency situations as well as ranch sitting when the owner is absent. Other work available on a project basis. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Canada

OFF-GRID house sitter needed in Port Burwell, Ontario. I will be leaving my off-grid home for a month to go cycling in Mexico and thought that it might be beneficial for all if a couple or someone wanted to use the house for this time period in February 2012. It would mean living here for three weeks before I left to understand just how to operate and maintain the solar cells, windmill, solar hot water heaters, solar air heaters, the greenhouse etc. Preference given to non-drinkers, non-smokers, and non-religious types. References needed. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] if you are interested.

LIVE-IN CARETAKER needed for a brand new luxury building in Richmond, British Columbia. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a luxury 80 unit rental building in the heart of Riverport. We are looking for a hardworking Resident Caretaker comfortable with custodial, janitorial and maintenance work associated with the up-keep of an apartment tower. Candidates must speak and write fluent English, have some knowledge of the Residential Tenancy Act and be proficient in the use of email, fax machines and cell phones. The Caretaker of this building will be provided with an office inside the building and will be provided with a cell phone, computer and fax system. The candidate is required to live in the building and will be provided with a one bedroom suite at a reduced rental rate. Medical/Dental benefits will be made available after the three month probationary period. The commencement date for this position will be December 2011. Duties include, but are not limited to the following: responding to tenant requests, showing of vacant suites, move in/out inspections. maintenance of the building, daily cleaning of all common areas, garbage and recycling maintenance, daily fire, safety and security checks, monthly alarm testing, handyman skills, distribution of notices, and light landscaping and snow removal. Compensation for this position is $40,000 per year. Please deliver your cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

REGIONAL PARK MANAGER needed for [Contact info available to subscribers], a beautiful campground in southern Saskatchewan. We are looking for an energetic couple to manage the campground. Duties include maintaining the grounds, pool, campground and buildings as well as looking after bookings, etc. in the office. Working well with students and the public would be a great asset. To apply, please mail your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER WANTED on Gambier Island, BC Canada. Looking for an individual, couple or family starting January 2012 or later. A caretaker is wanted to oversee a large waterfront acreage on Gambier (water access). Will be responsible for: repair and maintenance of all facilities and equipment – either self or through contracted services, completing small construction and renovation projects, managing subcontracted construction projects, maintaining shop and supplies inventory, and janitorial and other custodial duties as required. Skills required include: general handyman skills including carpentry, electrical and plumbing as well as basic trouble shooting and maintenance of gas and diesel engines. Will need experience with boats and marine maintenance. Knowledge of battery maintenance and operation of alternative energy equipment desired. Gardening and pruning skills desired. Private accommodations provided to live on site with flexible time off (including summer) coordinated to the owner’s schedule. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Caribbean

LOOKING FOR a retired or semi-retired single caretaker or a couple; a financially secure (since we are offering a minimum modest compensation) mature applicant for part-time light duties on a desirable location at a small Caribbean inn. Free housing provided on the resort’s premises plus approximately $1,000/month minimum in exchange for part-time chores. The applicant should be in good health, resourceful, trustworthy and addiction and drug-free. If you are handy, it would be a plus. For USA citizens, a passport is not needed to fly from States to us (Culebra, Puerto Rico). To get more information, please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

IMMEDIATE OPENING at a luxury Colorado Inn/Bed & Breakfast and event center. We need a Colorado live-in caretaker couple or very small family unit (three to four people maximum, under certain conditions). Excellent pay and advancement potential! May include possible ownership shares to right, dedicated, honest, long-term couple and/or family! You will work and live together on-site in a free, furnished, luxurious studio-style living quarters. Job duties include guest interaction and customer service, cooking and serving of meals, light office work, housekeeping, light maintenance and light groundwork, office work, customer service, and business planning and development. In return, you will receive a great base salary, plus tips, plus possible bonuses and/or commissions, plus possible ownership interests in our ever-growing business, commensurate with your group’s efforts, plus free use of a luxury studio-style apartment (plus for a whole family, additional living space), plus free meals! Please mail your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] We do not hire people who do not follow instructions. All people must realize places are busy and cannot receive unscheduled tours, visits and/or calls, so please do not call or stop by to avoid being disqualified.

CARETAKER COUPLE needed for a Bayfield, Colorado ranch. Need to have knowledge of ranching: animal feeding care, experienced tractor operation, and snow removal. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

HOUSEKEEPER/CARETAKER needed. Seeking a single individual or couple to fill a permanent full-time housekeeper position and part-time caretaker position for 300 acre Colorado Springs area horse property. Primary responsibilities are housekeeping (experience desired) and horse care/feeding (one dozen horses, experience required). Facilities maintenance is secondary. Compatible animals welcome. Housing and utilities provided; salary and benefits negotiable. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER/HANDYMAN needed to manage a small Southern Colorado mountain top ranch from May 15 to November 15 each year, starting in 2012. Must be a healthy, self starter. For more details, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Connecticut

SEEKING A MATURE COUPLE for a caretaking position on a beautiful estate in northwestern Connecticut. You will be provided with an attached one bedroom apartment with separate entrance in return for 10 hours per week with salary of $15 – $25 per hour for additional work. Knowledge of gardening is a must. Caregiving for elderly a plus. Please send your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

PART-TIME SKILLED ARBORIST needed to live rent-free on a Weston, CT property in an 800 sq. ft. high ceiling guest house with separate entrance; bathroom, kitchen, and furnished. Beautiful five acre river front property, with mature trees and gardens. Small stipend negotiable. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Costa Rica

CARETAKER NEEDED: LIVE IN PARIDISE in Costa Rica on an 18-acre farm (near Tamarindo in Guanacaste Provence) overlooking vast green canopies, dramatic eastern mountain vistas, endless sprawling hills and valleys with quiet farm land – already set up with barn, home, small animal area, gardens, trails, and vegetable garden. Just 10 minutes from town and 20 minutes from magnificent beaches, world class fishing and shopping. I need a couple who are homebodies to come live in a nice furnished house with spectacular mountain views. Accommodations include a giant master bedroom suite with private access and large kitchen and living room. Green house is available for the garden lover’s. Electricity paid by the caretaker. I need a caretaker to care for the house and landscaping around house and other minor responsibilities for an absent owner. Also to supervise any work that may be needed to keep the property up. Ability to speak Spanish is a plus. Own transportation would be necessary. Starting date is December 30th, 2011 if a good fit. Photos and more details available on request. Please contact Scott by email at [Contact info available to subscribers] For more information, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

CAREGIVER/COMPANION wanted for my 80-year-old husband who sustained a brain injury. He only requires someone to walk with as well as fix breakfast and lunch, no bathing or dressing or physical care required. Living on the premises, on the beach, is a must. Wanted: a woman over 50, non-smoker, vegetarian/healthy eating and cooking, athletic, who likes early 6 am walks. We live in a beautiful, very small community on dirt roads with fabulous beaches and lush jungle, known for good surfing, yoga centers and healthy holistic living. Our climate is hot all year and we do not live in air conditioned environments so we are looking for a woman who enjoys life without air-conditioning. The ideal candidate is single; self sufficient with major hobbies or works from home, has independent income and can afford a car or other transportation. Must love cats and a dog, speak English and some Spanish, is quiet, caring, assertive and patient. We offer a fully furnished apartment suitable for one person, in a lovely garden setting with pool, large deck and just half a block from the beach, plus a small salary. Actual work time is less than three hours per day, normally five days per week. Extended work days are required when I am out of the area. A five or six month minimum commitment is required. Check out our town of Nosara located on [Contact info available to subscribers] for a birds eye view. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] if you are a woman interested in the job.

Dominican Republic

HELP NEEDED! Do you have some time available? Do you like the Tropics? Do you want to improve the life of others in the world? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we need you. You may just discover what will lead to a rewarding and fulfilling human experience. You are welcome to join a volunteer vacation program and participate in one of our six projects to help the impoverished community of Munoz. You can also enjoy the different tourist excursions of this beautiful island. We need volunteers of all ages and there are no specific qualifications required. You will be greatly appreciated here among the Dominican and Haitian communities. Your schedule will be flexible and there are many different ways to help. Teaching languages is the most popular because it qualifies them to work in tourism. We are just across the beach and tourist complex of Playa Dorada with 14 hotels. The economical lodging facilities of [Contact info available to subscribers] are located at the end of this community, by Munoz River, a natural pool. You will receive a personalized welcome at Puerto Plata airport. You will have the option to take Spanish or Creole lessons. Please visit our website: [Contact info available to subscribers] then email [Contact info available to subscribers]

England

LIVE-IN COUPLE: CARETAKER/DRIVER and housekeeper/cook needed at the Scottish Borders. A long-term position is available for a live-in couple with at least four years’ experience working in a formal family house. Responsibilities include: caretaking and security; general maintenance of the house, swimming pool and cars; driving the family when required (airport/station an hour away); housekeeping; shopping; and cooking family meals at weekends. Occasional serving at lunch and dinner when the family are entertaining. Cooking to dinner party standards a bonus. Cleaner and gardeners already in place. Two bedroom cottage accommodation and ‘run around’ car available. Relevant references and proof of clean driving license expected prior to interview. Flexible hours possible depending on family situation, normally 9am-5pm plus opening the house in the mornings and locking up at night – including weekends. If full weekends are worked, time off will be given in lieu in addition to holiday time (to be agreed). Start February 2012. Salary negotiable. The house is open to the public during four weeks over the summer. Please mail your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

HI MY NAME IS [Contact info available to subscribers] and I live in Lincolnshire, UK. I have an elderly cat called Emily, and a garden to my house; I would prefer a retired couple who could come to UK for two months possibly in April and May at short notice. I can supply more details when required. Please email me at [Contact info available to subscribers]

HOUSEKEEPER needed for a large country house in East Leicestershire to help and supervise with the running of a large house. Usual domestic duties, including minimal cooking. Other daily help employed. Cheerful, trustworthy, competent and reliable person sought. Must be a non-smoker. Excellent remuneration including separate three bedroom cottage with garden. References required. Please reply to [Contact info available to subscribers] UK.

Florida

FARMING VOLUNTEERS needed in Madison County, Florida. We are a 60 acre rural family farm striving to reduce our footprint on the earth and our reliance on processed foods and Big Ag, educate and convince our customers and friends to do the same and eventually achieve enough profit for the farm to carry itself. We are looking for positive, energetic people to help us maintain, expand and improve our farm. We have a dairy goat herd to produce raw milk, cheese and soap, pastured chickens for eggs, and a small herd of breeding stock Black Angus Cattle; we also have horses, organic fruit trees, pastures and an organic vegetable garden, where we grow vegetables for our own consumption. We use no hormones and do not give antibiotics other than to treat sick animals. We offer room and board in exchange for an average of 35 hours of work a week. Projects and duties include: field and pasture work, fencing, some construction, vegetable gardening, working with the goats, cows and chickens, tree trimming, canning, making cheese, soaps, and attending our stand at farmer’s markets. This is often hard but fun work, where the work hours are determined by the task and may include night work during kidding season. The suggested length of stay is four weeks minimum, but longer stays are preferred due to the steep learning curve with livestock. We accept helpers year round because the climate is mild and work continues throughout the year. Housing includes a fully furnished loft with bathroom and a camper including access to wireless and laundry facilities. Kitchen facilities are shared with the farm family and dinners are usually eaten together. As meals are included, help with preparation and clean-up is a must. Able to accommodate vegetarians. We expect reliability and a strong work ethic. Absolutely no illegal drugs (zero tolerance), no smoking, moderate alcohol consumption ok. No pets or children as we have Livestock Guardian Dogs. For our peace of mind we might ask for references. We speak English, German and some French. Plenty of recreation opportunities available along the nearby rivers and natural forests for hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, canoeing and horseback riding. Please contact us through [Contact info available to subscribers]

FREE PLACE TO STAY in Englewood, FL in exchange for caregiver services, such as grocery shopping, cleaning, cooking and errands. My house is one mile from Lemon Bay and five minutes to the beaches. I have Lyme disease and chemical sensitivities. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

CARETAKER NEEDED for my property and animals in Sorrento, FL. I have an apartment available for a caretaker for my small farm. Duties will vary from animal feeding to fencing and house repair. Experience is needed in all aspects of repair and maintenance. References are required. For more info please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

France

CARETAKER/HOUSEMAN/COOK/housekeeper/guardian couple needed in France. A live-in, hardworking and good all round Houseman/Housekeeper/Cook/Caretaker couple required for a lovely family with five children. The couple will be responsible for general care and well being of the houses. Duties require an excellent cook, general cleaning, managing a household budget, shopping, driving, gardening, and pool cleaning/maintenance. Pack and unpack and look after the employer’s wardrobe. Any other duties that will allow the family the flexibility they require. Normal day-to-day working hours depending on what needs to be done. When the family is in residence (usually holidays and festivals) you will be required to work longer hours. To apply, please email [Contact info available to subscribers] with your resume, references, and recent picture at [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER COUPLE wanted for a home near Toulouse. Live-in full-time job, permanent position. Bi-lingual French English required, and applicants must be familiar with the local area. Driver’s license required. Free accommodation plus monthly stipend provided. Job description available against professional references. Please email: [Contact info available to subscribers]

Caretaker Profile

“Caribbean Castaways:Julie Boeger and Gregory Linnemeyer” Dates of Birth: Julie – 9/30/60 and Gregory – 7/31/47 Address: [Contact info available to subscribers] Interests: world travel, experiencing other cultures, hiking and reading Quote: “Without risk, there is no reward.” (that’s Julie’s personal mantra)

Julie Boeger and Gregory Linnemeyer

With thirty two years in the hospitality industry in both the U.K. and the U.S., a penchant for world travel, and over thirty-five countries under our belts, caretaking in a foreign country had always been our dream and was a natural next step for us after forced semi-retirement. To be able to combine a lengthy stay in a new country in trade for property and/or animal caretaking was not only a good fit for us but also an excellent opportunity to live as ‘locals’ in a foreign land and experience their culture for an extended amount of time without incurring huge living expenses. After meeting a lady on a remote beach in Mexico who was doing just that we started subscribing to The Caretaker Gazette seven years ago and would drool over the possibilities but the timing just never seemed to be quite right with family, business, and several remodeled rental properties we needed to tend to. With the downturn in the economy, an unexpected lay off, the quick sale of our beach house in California, and our youngest child going off to college all of the pieces of the puzzle finally fit together and it was the perfect time to start a new ‘career’ caretaking the properties of others. We felt as if we were at the ideal juncture in our lives, the children were gone and our parents are still in good health, it’s now or never!! The opportunity to live in the West Indies for three months during the summer also presented us with the ideal time to vacate Palm Desert, California where we currently reside since it sees summer temperatures in the 110 degree range. The assignment checked all of our boxes, the right time of year, a temperate climate, and an island that we had never been to, Grenada. Grenada is located northwest of Trinidad and Tobago, northeast of Venezuela, and southwest of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Grenada is known as the “Island of Spice” due to the production of nutmeg and mace crops of which Grenada is one of the world’s largest exporters. The Grenada resort owners close down the small, boutique, resort property every year during the hurricane season and our ‘job’ was to be an extra set of eyes on the property, start the generator once a fortnight and most importantly take care of the beloved hotel dog in their absence. Since we love animals and have handyman skills it was a good fit for both parties. Caretaking is the gateway to another way of life and through living in a foreign country as ‘locals’ we are able to appreciate the beauty of the country and its people at a much slower pace than if we were simply tourists over for a two week holiday. We gladly perform the minimal amount of chores and thoroughly enjoy taking care of the dog who we take with us on long walks along deserted, sand beaches and on many lovely, wooded trails and rainforest adventures. In exchange for this we get very basic but comfortable housing, the use of a four wheel drive vehicle (a must in these parts), and an idyllic setting to live in while we explore the island and everything that it has to offer. As in most things in life there are also trade-offs: living without air-conditioning in a very warm, humid climate and since the eco friendly resort offers no TV we have had to adapt to getting our news through the internet, and check the weather and track tropical storms that may be headed our way on our laptop. A small price to pay for living in Paradise and experiencing a new way of life! Other challenges have been the erratic driving practices on very narrow roads often with sheer drops on one side, the abundance of stray dogs everywhere, and a rather nasty mosquito problem at dusk and dawn but we’ve managed to overcome all of those things despite our initial ‘what have we gotten ourselves into’ thoughts that we shared. Most of the local men carry machetes which we also found a little intimidating at first but over time it becomes the norm and you just learn to accept and adapt accordingly, we even carry our own machete now especially on trails in the rain forest that quickly disappear with rapidly growing undergrowth. We’ve also enjoyed the peace and quiet and the escape from the rat race and have been able to indulge ourselves with hours of reading and endless games of Scrabble and afternoon naps in hammocks, all things that we rarely afforded ourselves at home where one tends to be swept up in the daily rush of a sometimes frenetic life. Our relationship has also flourished since we have had to rely totally on one another to improvise and overcome ‘life in a foreign country’ obstacles together and truly work as a team. Unexpectedly we have learned a lot about each other and ourselves, an unexpected bonus! There is a lot of trust involved on both sides when accepting a caretaking position but if a good match is made it is also very beneficial to all parties. We encourage everyone to try it and could never have made this dream happen without The Caretaker Gazette. As soon as we get home we will be looking for our next adventure in a moderately warm climate overseas that will both stimulate and invigorate all of our senses just as we have experienced here. Cheers!

A view of the property that Julie and Gregory caretake

Georgia

BEAUTIFUL NORTHERN GEORGIA FARM: Couple wanted. Room and board provided. Cooking, cleaning, farm care, animal care: horses, dogs, and cats. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

POSITIONS REOPENED: Live and Work on a private Georgia barrier Island. Adaptable, versatile, flexible, hardworking, youthful Caretaker Couple needed. Skills needed: boating, handyman, mechanical, people, communication, housekeeping, self-starters. Both positions: Physically demanding work. Salaried positions. Benefits: Housing and utilities provided; Health Insurance; Retirement plan; Paid vacation. Please send your resume and four references to Island, [Contact info available to subscribers].

Greece

INTERNSHIP AVAILABLE on a traditional olive estate/factory in Crete, Greece. We are an olive estate in western Crete specialized in the production of artisan stone milled cold pressed organic olive oil. We are seeking interns/apprentices interested in working in all facets of traditional olive oil production, from cultivation and milling to agro-tourism, marketing and customer relations. Candidates should be energetic, motivated, innovative, passionate people who believe in the value of artisan products, and thrive on performing diverse activities. The work is physically demanding (and dirty) and involves long hours during the three to four month harvesting production period. The rest of the year is spent processing orders, developing marketing strategies for products, guiding the large number of tourists who visit our installations during the tourist season, along with a multitude of other tasks involved in running a small company. You may be tired, but you will never be bored! The internship position is for the period from August, 2012 to February, 2013 with the possibility of a year-round permanent salaried manager position for the person who demonstrates aptitude and promise. We will be providing room and board only. Please send your resume and a cover letter describing what you believe you can bring to the position to [Contact info available to subscribers] For more information about our company’s activities please visit our website at: [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hawaii

MAUI – LONG-TERM CARETAKER WANTED for a large, isolated property off the grid in windward Maui. Commitment, discipline, motivation and diverse skills, along with a willingness to research, experiment and learn fruit tree and bee colony maintenance, mowing and ag tractor operation, weed whacking, organic gardening, feral ungulate management and occasional light construction and general repair work of independent infrastructure are required. Property is surrounded by a National Park and other wilderness, with waterfalls, ocean access and local organic farming communities within a few miles. This is an opportunity for a rugged individual or couple to live in one of the most beautiful and remote spots on earth and grow, fish and hunt their own food. Rustic living quarters with water and power are provided, along with a monthly stipend in exchange for general upkeep of the property. References required. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER WANTED on the Big Island of Hawaii. Looking for a couple for our three acres in Waipio Valley. Need help with organic gardening and basic upkeep. Caretaker’s quarters: kitchen, nice bed, and privacy. Work four hours/day in exchange for boarding. For details, please email [Contact info available to subscribers] Aloha, Rob and Pam

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED. We are a small Tibetan Buddhist retreat center with special programs in Vajrayana Buddhist meditation, taiji and qigong. We are looking for a young couple(s) (or good friends), who would like to work for six months to a year in Hawaii. We prefer volunteers who already have a strong daily practice (meditation, qigong etc.) or who will join our meditation classes and practice on a regular basis. We are planning a medicinal garden and can use help, from planning to actualizing. You will need to have actual experience in large orchard and garden caretaking, as well as being handy and able to fix things, as they come up. You will be taking care of three orchards (one being the new one), your own vegetable garden, your bungalow(s) and kitchen. There will be some forest work as well and removal of small trees is ongoing. Please email us at [Contact info available to subscribers] and please check our website for more information about what we do at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Iceland

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for additional work at the new SEEDS volunteers’ base located in the outskirts of Reykjavík. We will be assisting and giving contributions to the future development of SEEDS volunteering activities. We will help with taking care of the garden in the volunteers centre, painting the house if needed and if weather allows working at the garden and tending the lot. Volunteers may work with the city of Reykjavík; trying to keep the city and its public areas lively. Tasks may involve painting to cover graffiti tags, tiding up public spaces and face-lifting the city. SEEDS volunteers will stay at SEEDS volunteers’ base, a fully equipped house; sleeping in shared rooms. Please bring your own sleeping bag. Food ingredients will be provided and a kitchen will be available, volunteers will share the duties of preparing and cooking meals. Please do not forget some typical food for the international evening, where others can try and taste some specialties from your home countries. The project will take place in the outskirts of Reykjavík, in the hills of Mountain of Wolfs. The location is far enough from the city to be able to enjoy the quality of the country life, pure air, nature and tranquility, but close enough to be able to visit the capital once or twice. Please visit us at [Contact info available to subscribers] or contact us via email at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Idaho

ACTIVE RETIRED COUPLE WANTED FOR CARETAKERS for a north Idaho ranch. Must be self-starters and able to work without supervision. Must be honest. Nice home and utilities provided. Must have experience with cattle and horses and vaccinating animals. Also includes mowing lawns with riding mower, mending fences, maintaining buildings and plowing snow in winter and simple equipment maintenance. Prefer a retired ranch couple with extensive ranch experience and some social security income. No drugs, no alcoholics, no smoking. Salary depending on experience and work performed. References and background check required. Opening available early spring or sooner. Must have a clean driver’s license. The ranch is located in a scenic recreational area not far from town. Please send your resume and references to CaretakerGazette@gmail.com with “Idaho Ranch Position” in the Subject Line.

Illinois

A CHICAGO FAMILY seeks a Household Manager to run their home efficiently and effectively. The right candidate will be a warm, happy individual who is in this field because they love what they do. They want someone personable but unobtrusive who can work in a gentle manner with people but is not overly chatty. The employee should be able to juggle many tasks at once, be resourceful, have excellent communication and management skills, and be computer proficient. Responsibilities include housecleaning, running errands, traveling with family as needed, chauffeuring, coordinating transportation and family travel as needed, etc. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and/or professionally trained Household Manager who enjoys a challenging and stimulating position. Salary will be commensurate with your skills and experience and includes living accommodations and benefits. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] for consideration.

HELP WANTED. Caretaker needed at the [Contact info available to subscribers]. Applications are available at the Club or please mail your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Indiana

ESTATE MANAGER/CARETAKER needed for a 180 acre estate in Northwest Indiana. Must have experience with estate management and extensive knowledge of gardens, animals, maintenance and appearances. The position includes a three bedroom home on the property. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

[Contact info available to subscribers] needs a full-time grounds caretaker. Applicant needs to be a dependable self starter with mechanical ability and must be able to operate a trackhoe, dump truck, mower, trimmer and various other equipment. Driver’s license, random drug testing and background check required. Please mail your resume with salary requirements to [Contact info available to subscribers].

Kentucky

A LEXINGTON, KY OLDER COUPLE in excellent health seeks a hands-on Household Manager to help them be as independent as possible in their lives. They live in a beautiful 10,000 sq ft home. They are looking for someone who is honest, helpful, very organized, and nonsmoking. Responsibilities include driving, companionship, cooking, laundry, and light housekeeping. Both the Gentleman and Lady of the House are professional people who have very active social lives; they go out to dinner at least four nights a week. If you have a pleasant personality and would love to improve the quality of life for two wonderful people, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience and includes benefits. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] for consideration.

Maine

LIGHTHOUSE KEEPERS needed for a Maine Lighthouse (visit [Contact info available to subscribers] to learn more). We are seeking two keepers who will be gracious hosts, have hospitality skills, and guest services. Requires a service ethic, maintenance skills, and small boat handling. Keepers reside on the island off of a beautiful rock coast, act as guides and housekeepers. Guest meals, events, linen service, catered from mainland. Beginning mid-August 2012, positions offer summer (April/October) residence, monthly stipend, and an incomparable experience. Please reply to [Contact info available to subscribers]

INNKEEPER/MANAGER COUPLE needed. We are looking for a hardworking, honest couple with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills to assume the full time management of our upscale nine room, [Contact info available to subscribers]. This year-round, live-in position requires the dedication and motivation to create an idyllic experience for our guests while balancing the needs of the business. Job requirements include breakfast preparation and serving, bed making and laundry, grounds work and property maintenance, seasonal renovation projects, reservations and of course guest interaction (and much more). The Inn is staffed with a housekeeper six months of the year and lawn maintenance is provided by an outside service. If you are looking for a lifestyle change and a beautiful vibrant place to live, please submit your resume and cover letter. While we prefer a management couple, for the right candidate we will consider a single person. Bonus skills: construction/carpentry experience, culinary background. You can view our Inn at [Contact info available to subscribers]. Compensation includes housing and salary. The start date is as soon as possible. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

COOK/HOUSEKEEPER needed. A T5R8 Maine Sporting Camp near Baxter State Park seeks part-time and/or seasonal (Fall through early Summer) help to share duties of meal prep, sanitation, purchasing, and Lodge/Cabin Housekeeping. Must be comfortable living/working in rustic/remote areas. Room, board and salary provided. References and background check required. Experience preferred. Please submit your resume and salary requirements to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Massachusetts

CARETAKERS NEEDED in Rehoboth. A local horse farm is looking for a couple to exchange an apartment here for work. Must be very self motivated and have experience with horses and farm equipment. Will be required to maintain mowing, equipment, gardens, weed-wacking, brush clearing and general horse handling. This is a very active farm needing a very ambitious couple. Applicants need to be adults, with no pets, and no smoking. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mexico

CARETAKER NEEDED for a Mexico beach house (in Bahia Kino, Mexico). I need someone to live in my Mexico house and handle the rentals, pay the bills, and help remodel and maintain the house. You will be my eyes and ears there. Please contact me through my website at [Contact info available to subscribers].

Michigan

PROPERTY CARETAKER needed in Bessemer, Michigan. Free rent from April 1 to November 15, 2012. Duties include general maintenance and light repairs. For more details, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mississippi

FREE RENT AVAILABLE in Starkville, MS. No pay. Home with very nice accommodations and conveniently located in Starkville, close to campus. You will have lots of space with your own bedroom and private living area. I am looking for right person – not required but caretaking experience will be a plus. Essentially trading rent in order to have a live-in person (at night) with our Mom. We have rotating caretakers during the day. Looking for applicants in the Starkville area. Please call David for details at [Contact info available to subscribers].

A BEAUTIFUL PLANTATION near Natchez, Mississippi needs a friendly caretaker or couple. This is a gorgeous environment for a naturalist. The caretaker will need to do heavy lifting once in awhile, regular two horse care, one dog care, have organic gardening, maintenance and repair skills, and be computer savvy. Social skills a plus. You will need to drive, and be able to drive a pickup attached to a horse trailer. You will also need to be self motivated, a creative thinker, healthy, non drug user, and prefer no tobacco. Need a progressive thinker without trauma residue that affects work. Two bedroom, one bath, big porches, historic, comfy home is yours to use and keep neat and clean. Small monthly salary and opportunity for extra jobs for extra income. The job starts by December 15, 2011 or possibly later by January 2, 2012 for a minimum of six months. Must be tolerant of heat, humidity, insects and wild critters because of the tropical woodsy climate here May through September. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Montana

FULL-TIME CARETAKER needed for a private home in rural Bozeman. Responsibilities include maintenance of mechanical equipment, pool, lawn, grounds. House and utilities provided. Please mail your resume with references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Hampshire

CARETAKER/HELPER needed. Available immediately (possible long-term). My home is located in a lovely area, in a small town in New Hampshire by the Connecticut River. Prefer an experienced, skilled, creative couple or handy man to do repairs, gardening and lawn maintenance, and help establish an art/organic garden center in exchange for free rent. Could lead to some income in the arts or sale of plants. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more details.

New Jersey

CARETAKER NEEDED. The [Contact info available to subscribers] caretaker reports to and works closely with the [Contact info available to subscribers]Manager and assists in all aspects of the facility operation which is located in the Delaware Water Gap National Area. Duties will include, but are not limited to, acting as “resident host” at the site, attending to the needs of members and visitors, and the maintenance and cleanliness of buildings and grounds. In the absence of the Manager, the caretaker is responsible for all daily operations as well as maintaining an overnight staff presence to respond to any emergency or unexpected situations. This is a seasonal position (minimum of three months commitment is preferred) that includes on site residency in rustic accommodations and an hourly wage based on a 35 – 40 hour work week. To apply, mail your resume and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Mexico

I AM LOOKING FOR A MATURE INDIVIDUAL to look after my place when I travel. I have a 33 acre ranch with friendly horses in the pasture and three dogs. My place is secluded and enchanting, with 360º views of the Rocky Mountains. Located in northern New Mexico, near Taos and Red River, recreation abounds here! Cozy two bedroom/two bath home with a large wrap-around deck. Exchange for minimal work taking care of the animals. Current dates: 1/8/12 through 2/10/12 and 4/8/12 through 4/22/12. Flexible on dates. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] References will be checked.

[Contact info available to subscribers], located 18 miles south of Albuquerque, is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that has an immediate opening for a facility caretaker. The position is a contract position with no pay, however, a place to live and utilities will be provided. Required duties do not require a 40 hour week regular schedule, so there is flexibility for outside employment or a home business that does not require customer traffic. We are looking for an energetic individual or couple to maintain the rodeo arena, cowboy hall event building and the grounds. Applicants should have experience operating large trucks equivalent to a CDL, experience working with farm equipment, animals, and grounds maintenance. The caretaker will also be responsible for assisting renters of the arena and event building with facility access. Rentals are typically on weekends, which require caretaker presence to get them started (facilities unlocked, utilities on, equipment available, etc.) and to answer questions. People skills are essential. Please mail your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

LOOKING FOR A CARETAKER to maintain forested acreage and buildings on my rural upstate NY homestead, located on the main road in a small town of 400 in Franklin County. Workshop with electric and small house available. Long-term position potential. Caretaker must be non-smoker, non-drinker, no drugs, and in good health. Please email a letter of interest and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

TWO POSITIONS OPEN: full-time with benefits, including room and board, and competitive compensation at a private Camp near Tupper Lake, NY: Superintendent: Must maintain premises and equipment; oversee books and records, including payroll; manage operations and staff; and ensure a positive experience for Camp owners. Needs knowledge of plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems and some facility with computers; strong interpersonal, communications and management skills. This is a live-in position; room on Camp grounds and board are provided as part of compensation. House Manager: Responsible for providing in-house services, cooking, shopping, cleaning and laundry for live-in employees and for training and supervising summer house staff. Must have strong interpersonal skills. Position can be live-in or not depending on the candidate. Each position may be applied for separately or by two individuals as a pair. For full job descriptions, or to apply, please contact (email preferred): [Contact info available to subscribers] or call [Contact info available to subscribers], or write [Contact info available to subscribers]

Ohio

A COLUMBUS, OH ESTATE is seeking two Housekeepers. This estate belongs to a very prominent, influential local family who require professional individuals who can take initiative as well as work as team players. Must be experienced and very knowledgeable in caring for fine materials and expensive possessions. Housekeepers will be responsible for the detailed cleaning of all rooms. Housekeepers will answer to the Head of Housekeeping and must work alongside the rest of the staff, which includes the Manager, Assistant Manager, Head Butler, and Housekeeping Lead. The right candidates will be hard-working, dedicated, unobtrusive, and discreet. Housekeepers will work approximately 45 hours a week, with more time necessary when the family has guests visiting or during events of entertaining. Working holidays and weekends will be required, with days off in lieu of those days as applicable. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional and will command an attractive salary to the right person. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

INNKEEPER WANTED in Central Ohio. We are looking for a live-in, full-time, full service Innkeeper. Must be non-smoking, with no children or pets. A background check is required. Please mail your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

OLD COUPLE SEEKS A YOUNG PARTNER in Junction City, Ohio. We have land, cattle, sheep, goats, and ducks and are looking for a conscientious worker/partner. Can be a couple or single. No experience necessary, but must be willing to work hard and pay attention. Farm chores include a lot of manual labor such as tagging lambs, banding calves, making hay, repairing fences, removing limbs and logs from fields, maintaining mower and baler, weed whacking, welding mangers and anything else that comes up. We are always learning and willing to share our knowledge. Seasonal projects include maple syrup and honey. We have a large garden and can and freeze. We rotationally graze and stockpile. Additional money can be earned running the carpet scrubber and helping with heavy inside chores. We are open to additional projects, and hope to start a grape arbor and orchard next year. We are open to homesteaders looking to learn and save up for their own place. Questions and offers welcome. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

A BEXLEY, OH FAMILY is seeking a part-time Housekeeper to work in their home three times a week. A thorough knowledge of proper techniques for caring for a wide variety of upscale household possessions is required. This is a great opportunity for a caring, service-minded individual who loves to take care of beautiful items and takes pride in a job well done. Pay is commensurate with skills and experience. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] for consideration.

Oklahoma

RANCH HAND needed on 75 acres in Central Oklahoma. Feed horses, chickens, and gather eggs. Maintain and weed garden, mow. Keep up equipment and buildings. Cut wood. Room, board plus $150 per week for six hours per day. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oregon

CARETAKER(S) NEEDED for a minimum of two to four winter months, on an idyllic 1,000 acre land trust preserve in Huntington, Oregon. Located on the [Contact info available to subscribers] with a view of Idaho from the farmhouse. Duties: feed cats, etc. For more info please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKERS NEEDED. Couple preferred for a remote, off-grid, historic resort site at 1,800′ in Oregon. No pay. Nice cabin and some organic food provided; also has greenhouse, blueberries and perks. You will do light maintenance, landscape, water systems. Winter happens. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Panama

CARETAKER COUPLE wanted in [Contact info available to subscribers]. A minimum one year commitment is required. Working knowledge of English, Spanish, home maintenance, yard work, and the ability to provide a presence on a three acre eight house property. Compensation includes casita and small stipend. For additional information, please submit your resume and recent photo to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Pennsylvania

ON-SITE CARETAKER is needed in Souderton. After hours maintenance coverage compensation: paid rent and utilities of a one bedroom apartment; must live on property. Please fax your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers].

Peru

COME LIVE AND EXPERIENCE THE PERUVIAN AMAZON via a work trade opportunity! Are you looking for a unique, amazing, living opportunity right now? We are offering an opportunity to live a rare and unique lifestyle in a truly beautiful, natural setting. We need someone ASAP! For those who desire a connection to the earth, and who are motivated by the desire to live a simple, rural life and enjoy living in harmony with nature – all types are welcome – singles, couples, and families. This is a perfect situation for a writers, artists, herbologist, anyone studying natural medicine, explorers, and anyone who would enjoy, learn and appreciate the culture, solitude, time for reflection and learning about one’s self, beauty and wilderness experience. If you are looking for a place to stay while contemplating life, hiking right off your front porch, watching wildlife and the cycle of the season’s progress, then this could be the place for you. It is preferred that you have some experience with the outdoors, off-the-grid and or simple/rustic living, or at least a willingness to learn! We (Charity and Elvis) are looking for good caretakers who can ensure that this property is cared for when we are not able to be here ourselves, and to help us when we are here. The tasks are such that it takes more than just us to handle them. We are going to be in the states, as Charity will be giving birth this spring and we need willing and able people to care for our home and property while we are away. Charity is already in the states and Elvis will be leaving sometime in November or December. We want to be very clear that we are open and flexible as far as time periods one can stay, but we would prefer someone who would like to be here for more of a long-term situation, and someone who is possibly into the idea of collaboration and possibility for future projects etc. You will have full access to the house and everything in it and also the land. “Our house is your house!” What we are asking for the work exchange is (know that some days there will be things to do, and some days there will not be anything; there is the possibility for a change in duties, it all depends on the projects being worked on at the time.) Holding space, keeping a good energy about the land and holding a good presence here, gardening, beautifying the land, and weed control, collecting fruit from the fruit trees, cleaning of the house/maintaining a clean and sacred space. We are constantly cultivating and working on new projects. The tasks here are not difficult; we mostly need a presence here and someone to keep up with the maintenance of the property. We are very open to new ideas and projects! Speaking Spanish is very helpful and pretty necessary! There are only a couple of people in the village who speak very little English. If there is interest or questions you can reach [Contact info available to subscribers] We thank you for reading this and taking this opportunity into consideration. We take all applicants seriously and truly value your interest in the overall wellness of this land and projects. Blessings from the jungle! Looking forward to hearing from you! Thank you, [Contact info available to subscribers]

Portugal

house sitter WANTED near Pedrogao Grande in central Portugal from mid-December 2011 to the end of January 2012. We live in a beautiful small hamlet nestled in the hills of central Portugal. There are four houses which until recently lay abandoned for 60 years. The river Pera runs through the valley and a fresh water spring delivers our drinking water. We, Miguel and Shobha, live here with our one-year-old baby, Saul, and are restoring part of the hamlet and reclaiming the land. We are planting trees, setting up an organic permaculture garden and working on providing a retreat and workshop space. The set up is pretty basic for the moment: solar shower, outdoor (but covered) washing-up station, five minute walk to the spring to fetch drinking water. We have a solar set up for electricity and we pump river water for washing. The house is heated by wood burners. We have two very friendly cats who will need feeding and loving. We are one kilometer away from a very small village and four kilometers from a small town. If you are interested in house sitting for us from mid-December 2011, for around six weeks, please get in touch and we will be happy to answer any questions. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Russia/florida/united Arab Emirates

GOVERNESS/TUTOR needed in Moscow, Miami, and Dubai. Our client seeks an experienced and well travelled private governess/tutor who will be responsible for the pedagogical education of two children (junior high school level). The governess/tutor should expect to travel with the family several times a year, for a few weeks at a time. Supervised directly by the employer, the successful candidate will create a home school program; create a homogeneous and coherent education, organized, structured and purposeful learning environment. Must be able to foster a lifelong love of the continuous acquisition of knowledge and provide conversation on world literature/masterpieces and cinematography. Must create an emotional, creative and social development environment. Track and monitor the development of the children, prepare reports on a daily basis. Follow medical and other recommendations, approved by the family. Control the children’s diet, plan regular and timely meals. Keep the children’s daily schedule. Control the process of schoolwork and out-of-school studies. Organize various leisure activities at home and outdoor. Walk with the children on a daily basis; stimulate/promote a healthy and active lifestyle. Timely inform the family of necessity to renew training aids and educative books. Control the children’s room cleanness and clothes tidiness. Create and support a friendly atmosphere with the household staff. Follow the family’s safety instructions. Strictly follow hygiene rules. Handle special requests and related duties as needed. Escort children during trips abroad. Requirements: University degree in a relevant academic field. Master English language and speak Russian. Have a minimum of three years of work experience within a private household. Demonstrate exceptional organizational skills. Be flexible to work outside of strict job description parameters, thinking creatively about how to provide the highest quality of service. Have schedule flexibility being available to work evenings and weekends as needed. Be available to live-in 14 consecutive days with the children. Have the capacity to work long hours. Be comfortable working with computers and communicating with a ”Smartphone”. Possess knowledge of international Etiquette and Protocol. $65,000 to $85,000/year. 14 days shifts/14 days break. Permanent, live-in, full board. Please email your resume and references to Mr. Nicolas Marion at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Scotland

house sitters NEEDED now through June 2012. We have our family home in an active and beautiful village in the central highlands of Scotland – a cottage/bungalow with a large garden. As we work abroad, so we are looking for house sitters who are interested in a fairly long-stay of around 10 months a year. As the house is oldish and the garden large, it needs to be lived in, warmed and cared for. We are looking for a couple who would want to assist us to manage the large garden, mostly grass – to look after the house and do minor repairs, decorating etc. We would ask that electricity and council tax be paid during your stay. Our house is not huge and is in need of some understanding and care! Built in 1920s, it is attractive and in a beautiful location. The house is in a village which is very active, has shops, bank etc. Views of the loch and mountains can be seen from the house and garden. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

EXPERIENCED COUPLE required to look after a family in a beautiful country estate house in Perthshire. High standards are expected for all aspects of housekeeping, cooking, driving and general duties in and around the house and grounds. First class references are essential, together with enthusiastic, flexible and responsible approach to the position. Excellent separate accommodation and pay package provided to the right team. Please apply in writing with photo to: [Contact info available to subscribers]

Switzerland

HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED from December 35th 2011 to March 15th 2012 for a chalet in Switzerland. Must be able to cook and clean. We are looking for a professional, who is very clean, a non-smoker, and family oriented between 45-65. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] in Switzerland.

Texas

MANAGER NEEDED to accomplish all classes of ranch work on Hill Country ranches. Responsibilities include managing employees, goats, stocker cattle, rotational grazing, equipment, fencing, maintenance, hunting, and other ranch duties. Substantial horseback work and some overnight travel required. Stable opportunity for the right person with a progressive livestock ranching operation. Please mail your resume to: [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER NEEDED. Looking for a married couple for a ranch in West Texas. No ranching duties. No kids, smoking, drugs. Care of housing, grounds, roads and vehicles for absentee owners. Cleaning, some cooking, light laundry. Modest salary, housing, utilities, ranch vehicle provided. Send qualifications, prior employment history with dates, and salary requirements to [Contact info available to subscribers]

NEED A COUPLE to feed a small number of livestock (horses), caretake lodge and two houses, and live on-site. Require good references and high level of integrity. Offering a two bedroom, one bath, full laundry room, fireplace, recently remodeled cottage, TV satellite, internet if requested. Our ranch is listed on the national register of Historic Places in a beautiful watershed valley in the Texas Hill Country. We are located 35 miles to downtown San Antonio, and to San Antonio Airport, and six miles to the small town of Helotes. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

MARRIED COUPLE wanted to work on ranch. She to work in the house as needed. He to maintain grounds, make repairs and do ranch work. Must be non-smokers and non-drinkers. Please send your resume or letter if interested to: [Contact info available to subscribers]

RANCH HAND needed on a cow/calf operation. A three bedroom house, on a school bus route, will be provided. Please state your age and matrimonial status when applying to: [Contact info available to subscribers].

Turkey

AN ONGOING house sitter IS WANTED for my home in Turkey. I have a large mountain house and need someone who can milk a goat, and look after a dog and chickens. For more information, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

HELP WANTED for RV Parks and Campgrounds. We are looking for three working couples with their own RVs to help us operate our little slice of Heaven for the 2012 season. One lead couple needed, one other couple needed to work only the lead couples days off, and a third couple to maintain the grounds. All three couples will get a full hook up RV spot for compensation; the lead couple will get a salary of $2,000 per month. Our Season runs from April 15th to October 15th. We have 49 RV spots and six cabins. A heated pool, 1,650′ of Pend Oreille River frontage and access to hundreds of miles of ATV trails in the Colville National Forest. Duties include lawn maintenance, pool opening and closing, answering phone and booking reservations, check-in and check-out of campers, selling ice cream, candy and propane, cleaning cabins and restrooms as well as minor repairs and maintenance. To apply, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

MARKET GARDEN/FARM STAND/GOATS: Need competent, knowledgeable, committed individual or family. Could lead to home in embryonic hyper-green community. Facebook: [Contact info available to subscribers].

CARETAKER OPPORTUNITY available on eighty hillside acres near Bellingham, Washington. Caretaker does routine property maintenance, looks after property during owner absences, helps with animals (two cats and four goats). Owners provide rent-free comfortable cabin and utilities in exchange for some basic maintenance duties. Other property work that arises is paid an hourly rate. General handyman skills desirable, especially tree work. We have a beautiful property in the foothills of the North Cascades. Our current caretaker is getting married and moving away to his wife’s home. Individual or couple OK, no children. Prefer a long-term commitment. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

A PRIVATE CAMPGROUND has an opening for a full-time qualified caretaker couple or two people to share the same house, within the campground, in the Grays Harbor area. The job includes, but not limited to, housekeeping, grounds keeping, small equipment handling, pool maintenance, light carpentry/plumbing, money handling, propane and ice dispensing. The ability to run lawn maintenance equipment is essential and tractor/backhoe would be beneficial. Must have great people skills and have the ability to work with diverse groups of people, be at least 23 years old, have a current driver’s license, pass a drug test, and a WSP background check. The job requires the caretakers to work a five day week, this includes every weekend, with two days off during the week. Please send resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wisconsin

APARTMENT MANAGER TEAM needed part-time. Must live on-site. This caretaker position is available at a Milwaukee East Side, 47 unit apartment building. Prior property maintenance/apartment management experience preferred. Free rent plus salary provided. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

Wyoming

SNOWED-IN ALPINE WILDERNESS RANCH at 8,200 feet, 50 miles north of Pinedale, Wyoming, 22 miles from nearest plowed road, needs a caretaker. Various length stints are available through June 1. Gorgeous scenery, rich wildlife, indoor plumbing, home-generated electricity, wood heating, radio-telephone and satellite Internet. Electrical and mechanical savvy a plus. See [Contact info available to subscribers] for pictures. Responsibilities: 1) be there, 2) keep water running, 3) monitor weather station, 4) feed cat, 5) shovel two roofs if snow exceeds three feet. No pay, but we supply food, fuels and “utilities”. Snowmobile not provided. References required. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers].

Situations-wanted Ads

Female, 27, house sitter/dog sitter. Responsible, honest, trustworthy. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Ranching Family seeking cowboy/ranch job. Would like to work in NW USA working cattle by horseback only. Husband has 14 years cowboy experience. Has experience in management positions but not limited to. Remote is OK. Can work as husband/wife team. Please email us at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Experienced mature caretaking couple seeking long-term onsite opportunity on or near Whidbey Island. Married, stable, property owners, we are an outgoing and fun-loving couple with extensive experience and excellent references. Our history includes years of recent island caretaking experience following 28+ years of professional firefighting/EMT careers. We also have contracting experience, and excellent computer and writing skills. We are both NW natives and long-time Whidbey residents. Pension makes salary demand flexible. The right living situation is most important. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]. Thank you!

Wildfire professional seeks caretaking position winters through May. Willing to trade part-time hours for space that is reasonable for painting studio with bath. I am reliable, private, and straightforward. Excellent references. Skills: goats, gardening, horse care, security, PR. Economizing to purchase land. [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mature, clean, healthy and charismatic couple seeking a caretaking position in Alaska, Montana or Idaho for May, October 2012. Combined strengths include: Dentistry, ski patrol, EMT-I, CPR, SWT and whitewater/fly fishing guides with garden to kitchen cooking skills. No job or duty too small or big. Room and board for compensation. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Experienced Canadian Building Managers (couple) looking for seasonal live-in caretaking work from October or November to the end of April. We have 11+ years experience as resident building managers of a condo in a Canadian ski resort. Will consider managing a mobile home park, an RV resort park or private estate preferably in a warm climate. Please contact by email at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Looking for my next great long-term adventure in Lake Tahoe or Northern/Southern California. Over 25 years of executive administrative support experience and always willing and able to learn new skills! Old-fashioned values and work ethic. Non-smoker/Non-drinker. Love dogs! Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wisconsin. Experienced, geriatric R.N. able to be a companion to your older relative when flying to destination. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

You are looking for me….house/property sitter I am finishing up a 37 year teaching profession. I am 60 years young, excellent shape 6’2″ 215 lbs, and very handy with all tools. I have a firewood business and have worked hard at it for years. I love dogs (labs are the best) I have a green thumb. I do not smoke. I would love to work out of country but will look at anything starting in June 2012…..until? Please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

Want to housesit in Portland Maine during January and/or February 2012. Am a professional non-smoking, calm, holistic therapist with many referrals. Plants, pets okay checking out Portland for possible relocation. Please call Christina at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Available immediately – experienced house sitter/petsitter, single, retired fireman, handyman/gardener, non-smoker, no drugs, will travel – no pets, no debts, no wife, no worries! I am fluent in French, and some Spanish. References available. Please call Bill in B.C. at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mature housekeeper with 11 years experience in fine estates, looking for a full-time position in a warm climate in RI. Responsibilities: supervising staff, fine detailed cleaning laundry, ironing steaming fine clothes and packing personal travel bags. Fluent in English and Italian. For more details email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mature mother and homeschooled daughter looking for a caretaking job. No smoking/drugs or like. Good references available, honest, responsible, and clean. Can take a short-term or long-term position. Will consider all! Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Young energetic couple looking for caretaker/farm positions Man: lifelong farmer and hunter skilled in wildlife management for over 35 years professional waterfowl and deer guide for 15 years last five years worked as farm/estate manager on a private wildlife quality deer hunting property. Also skilled in carpentry light electrical plumbing equipment maintenance welding and more. Woman: years of experience in the food industry last year and a half worked as a housekeeper for same estate duties include cleaning cooking serving laundry and gardening love pets and animals fluent in Italian and Spanish looking for positions on the east coast but will consider all with housing utilities salary and possible company truck. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Caretaker Type Job sought by a responsible, retired adult male. I will be the continuing on-site presence for your periodically vacated home and property. As a former real estate developer (1976 to 2009), I offer credible, professional references, as you would expect. Any U.S. western state location is preferred. Please call David at [Contact info available to subscribers] for a pleasant, detailed discussion of our mutual interest. I look forward to visiting with you.

Excellent Caretaker Available. 71-year-old veteran. Non-smoking. Loves animals. Well-traveled throughout the U.S.A. Retired truck driver, coast-to-coast. Available for short-term or long-term positions. Widower. Security experience. Lived in Cleveland, Ohio for 35 years. Please call family: [Contact info available to subscribers]

Single mature male electrician-handyman-gardener-organizer looking for caretaking position in or around Poway (San Diego County, CA). Non-smoker. non-drinker. References available. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Retired husband and wife seek house sitting position November/ December through April 2012. Northeast Maine coast or NH/ME/VT. Experienced/references. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

47-year-old married male retiring after 21 years in Law Enforcement and four years U.S.M.C. Looking for a long-term caretaker and security position on a ranch or estate. I have experience with electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, fence repair, roofing, pool care, vehicle maintenance, landscaping, pet care, raising chickens, mucking stalls, firewood, snow removal, and wildlife management. 20+ years experience firearms training and tactical response to armed or unarmed encounters, risk management, first aid, personal protection, executive protection, and residential security. As a qualified retired L.E.O., I will be authorized to carry a concealed firearm in all fifty states. I would be available for additional safety/security during travel. Allow me to investigate the noise in the middle of the night and ensure your family and property are safe and secure. I will professionally and tactfully interact with all persons on your property, while maintaining security. I’m confident that you will find me loyal, trustworthy and reliable. Available on 3/1/12. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

House Sitters and Property Caretakers available: Mature, reliable, trustworthy couple seeking an immediate 6-month house sitting or property caretaking position in the San Diego area or along the southern California coast. Experienced with pets, landscaping, gardening, and home care. We are drug-free, non-smokers and are clean and healthy. Please contact us at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mature Professional Couple, husband and wife team, ready to take a thorough A to Z care of your executive residence/estate as ESTATE MANAGER/PERSONAL ASSISTANT, in Canada, USA, Australia, New Zealand and Europe. 35 years of experience. Highly skilled, perfectionists, loyal, and very discreet. Great sense of humor and common sense. Please contact Ella and/or Michael by email: [Contact info available to subscribers]. Thank you.

Stop! Mature reliable honest non-smoking Aussie couple good with pets seeking house sitting position in Spain /England for a few months from July approx. Are flexible! Please email [Contact info available to subscribers].

Resourceful, experienced house sitting/caretaking couple with excellent references available for long-term position from February onwards, ideally within a day’s drive near family in Denver. Other locations definitely considered. Erin, age 39, and husband, Daniel, age 36, have combined skills including: carpentry, all around handy work, furniture making and restoration, landscaping, gardening, housekeeping, catering, pet sitting, computer literacy and all aspects of running own business. We have use of an RV. A workshop, scenic setting and stipend are all bonuses. Write to [Contact info available to subscribers] or leave a message with family at [Contact info available to subscribers]. Thanks!

Looking to relocate from Georgia to either northern California or the western slope between Grand Junction, CO and Albuquerque, N.M. 59-year-old woman, honest, dependable, and discrete, non-smoker, no children. Have experience with caring for horses, dogs and cats, yard and garden maintenance. Can assist with transportation needs, have 4 wheel drive, do healthy grocery shopping, catering, entertaining. Would need small furnished apartment for self and two good mousing cats, some salary. Available after January 1. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Rest Easy While Away! Single, professional woman, early 40s, will take exceptional care of your home, pets, garden, or work on a ranch. I have a full-time home-based job – just need internet access. Come with a mature, well-behaved dog. Available January, May, possibly longer. I can accept short or long-term assignments. Excellent references available. Geographically flexible, with a special interest in Austin, TX. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers].

Home/Pet Sitter Available. I am looking for a place to stay at and take care of when I visit the Awesome “Steel City” of Pittsburgh. Flexible dates are 1/8/12 through 2/10/12. I am a mature and responsible home and business owner. I have excellent references and am very clean. I am very capable and “handy” so I can fix things and problem solve if issues arise. If you have animals they will get attention and be loved. If you want a vacation in “The Land of Enchantment”, northern New Mexico, we can trade places. See my ad in the New Mexico “Help Wanted” section. Please call Coreen at [Contact info available to subscribers].

Experienced, responsible, married couple (attorney and writer) seek house sitting/caretaking opportunity in the Charlottesville, VA area beginning in November 2011. Please contact Ember/Chris by calling [Contact info available to subscribers]

Position sought in 2012. 29-year-old energetic, productive, creative, disciplined, healthy, joyful natural mama (one child born March 2010) seeking a position with ‘good vibes’ (prefer vegetarian). I have owned a business, managed a busy (vegetarian) restaurant, and maintained a retreat center, worked as a Personal Assistant and therapist educator. I value quality. I improvise well and am self-motivated. I can care for another child, plants, and animals, prepare healthy meals, perform administrative tasks including editing/layout/design. I excel in most anything and have many skills. I work with my daughter on my back or at my side. Excellent references! Preferred locations: Northwestern US or Southwestern BC, other locations considered when the feeling is good. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers].

Christian Couple seeking long term caretaking job. Husband is skilled in ground maintenance and landscaping and irrigation. Has Federal Government security clearance, also NASA security clearance. Handy man skills included. Hobbies include water fowling. Wife is skilled in cooking, cleaning, gardening, and is also a nanny for children and elderly. We both love animals. Excellent references and photos available. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hudson Valley, NY – Property Management available for estates / weekend homes in Upstate NY. Peace of mind for the weekender or absentee owner. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]. Excellent references available upon request.

Long term Hawaii resident, single lady, highly capable, energetic, reliable, non-smoker. Have many years experience in Tourism, Guest Relations. Front of House, Executive Housekeeper for small deluxe game lodge in Africa. Professional Equestrian stable management. Care of small and large animals. Seeks caretaking position managing your home, small Inn, bed & breakfast, guest ranch, barn management event coordinator preferably in Hawaii, but will consider other areas. Personal assistant to busy people helping manage their property. Available from February 2012. On site living accommodation or live out with salary accordingly. A combination of some form of tourism and animals would be ideal. Excellent references. Please reply to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Caretaker available, California North Coast! Exceptional estate Caretaker from Telluride, CO moved and is immediately available to caretake your propert(ies). Attentive overseer, housekeeper, gardener, pet lover, chef, very hospitable. I love Trinidad! Arcata, others considered. Excellent references. Please email Angela at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Experienced Innkeeping, Property Management, and Health Spa Professionals. Professional hospitality couple looking for a new creative long-term opportunity doing caretaking, innkeeping, health resort or estate management on a professional level with a salary and housing. We have experience in innkeeping, rental property management, office administration, green living, repairs and maintenance, computers, marketing, and exemplary guest services. Counseling and Naturopathy degrees also give us spa and health resort management skills. Multilingual (English/Spanish/some French) with international work experience, we are resourceful, flexible, friendly and we understand professional and personal boundaries. For resume and references please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Extra-ordinary service for not so ordinary people! An experienced mature professional seeks a caretaking position. Ability to implement the following: concierge/travel coordinator, personal assistant, cooking, floral/landscape design and maintenance. Small/large animal care experience. Easy going, family oriented, athletic. Ability to travel worldwide. Conversational Spanish. Excellent references and photos available. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers].

California. Animal/Wildlife, Rescue/Sanctuary. We are a dedicated passionate semi-retired mid-aged couple hoping to be involved in a non-profit animal rescue project. We have the dream, vision and the will and looking for the way. Open to any and all possibilities. For it is after all, about them. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mature couple seeking a caretaker/property management position in Hawaii, Florida or Caribbean area. Desire short-term positions, but willing to accept certain long-term situations. We are non-smokers, have 15+ years hospitality experience, and are discrete, reliable and hard working in excellent health with great work ethics. He is a retired Air Force officer with previous top secret security clearance. She is experienced in event/party planning, interior decorating and has worked with high profile clientele. We are great with all pets and have horse training expertise. Willing to travel as personal assistant or chauffeur. Please contact: [Contact info available to subscribers]

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