The Caretaker Gazette January / February 2023

Alabama

CARETAKER/COUPLE needed ASAP for a 150-acre home in secluded northeastern Alabama. Must be hands on and self-motivated. Basic electric, plumbing and carpentry skills needed. Must be able to run and maintain a tractor and backhoe. Our job description includes everything from security to cleaning and groundskeeping. $30,000 package to include housing and basic utilities. To apply, please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Alaska

house sitter NEEDED for the winter! We had just hired a house sitter, who then got sick and had to leave. Our mountain home is in Fairbanks North Star Borough. Beautiful views, wildlife, privacy and quiet. Dog lovers a must for our three dogs. Need caring folks experienced with home ownership/care, indoor plants, hot tub maintenance, and heating with wood stoves and plowing the driveway. House and all utilities paid in exchange for watching over our home and taking care of our dogs. No smokers, other pets or children. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

LIVE YOUR ALASKAN DREAM! The newly remodeled [Contact info available to subscribers] is off-grid in Denali State Park is seeking a couple. Caretakers have use of the main building and a private room for when guests are present. -Winter needs snow removal, maintain heat in building with wood heat and monitor heaters. -Summer includes mowing and general maintenance of equipment. Year round duties: -Turnover guest rooms in the main lodge -Monitor off grid (new) solar and wind system battery bank -Report fuel inventory and generator operating system The 20 acre property is located on Ermine Lake, on a short driveway off the Parks Highway. Please email for more details at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Arizona

EXPERIENCED HORSE CARETAKER with RV wanted. An Arizona ranch is seeking a single or couple experienced in horse caretaking. The work includes heavy lifting, feeding special diets, picking up manure, cleaning and filling water tanks, checking animals for health issues and knowing what to do if a problem arises. Also involves being able to safely operate a tractor and drive a vehicle. This is a manual labor job, typically two hours AM and PM, some days there will be other work. If you can do maintenance and repairs that would be great also. Please only respond if you actually have the experience and capabilities we are seeking, you have your own self-contained RV to live in. We are at elevation so it is cooler here compared to Phoenix, but winters are mostly mild. This is not a “can learn” job, we seek experience. The owner will have to work to pay a caretaker, and it becomes apparent very quickly if whomever is hired cannot do the work. In order to be paid, you will need to do the work, be able to maintain a schedule, be observant and physically capable. We have no housing to offer, but can offer full hook-ups and shared internet. We are seeking a salaried person, prefer long-term. No riding involved. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

Letters to the Editor

Hi Gary and family, I want to thank you and The Caretaker Gazette for sending me a great pair of caretakers for my property. Due to a death in our extended family we were left with a vacant home and land and no one to step in and care for it until it could be sold. Our help-wanted ad with you resulted in several great responses so we had top-notch people to choose from. The caretakers we found through you cared for the property as if it were their own. We couldn’t be more pleased. Thank you from all of us. P.K., Philadelphia, PA

Thank you for taking the time to write to us, Paul. We were sorry to read about the death in your family but happy that you could find some great caretakers to look after your family home and property. Property owners have told us that they have found the most experienced and reliable caretakers via The Caretaker Gazette.

My wife and I responded to an ad for a position in Costa Rica that ran in your Gazette last year. We weren’t selected for the position at the time and we weren’t in the right place work and life wise that we were ready to pursue something else. As luck would have it the landowner of the Costa Rica property emailed to tell us that the caretakers he had lined up for the position didn’t work out so he wanted to know if we were still interested. We were offered the position! We’re about to embark on a new experience and a new adventure thanks to you. K.L. and B.B., Saint Petersburg, FL

That’s good news, Ken! Thanks for sharing it. Your situation is not unusual – sometimes, for various reasons, things do not work out with the first applicants selected so the property owner will return to the applicant pool to find the perfect match for his/her situation.

Hi Gary, please sign me up for another three years of The Caretaker Gazette. Over the years I’ve made great use of your publication as far as finding house sitters for my own home and finding house sitting positions for myself around the world for when I travel. So, I’ve happily been on both sides and look forward to more years of traveling with the help of you and your publication. Thank you. M.A.W., Boulder, CO

Hi Mary Ann, thanks for writing! Many of our subscribers are in a situation similar to yours, where they are able to travel, utilize the Gazette to find house sitters for their own homes and find house sitting positions for themselves while they travel.

Dear Gary, I know I’m late in giving you feedback on my ad that went out in one of your email blasts but I wanted to let you know what a great resource your Gazette has been for us. There are so many scams on the web that is difficult to know who to trust. After checking out The Caretaker Gazette for a couple of months and speaking to you personally we went ahead and placed an email ad with you, seeking a caretaker position anywhere on the west coast (in hopes of moving from the northeast to be closer to our grandchildren in northern California). Our email blast went out on a Monday night and by Tuesday morning we woke up to email messages from people with positions in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho! After making a quick trip out to southern Oregon to interview and check out one of the situations, followed by a few more weeks of working out a contract, we are now living rent-free on a lovely guest ranch in Oregon which is within a few hours’ drive of our grandchildren who we wanted to be near. My husband and I are now in better shape than we’ve been in years due to being outside, out of a condo in a busy city and back into a home with a lovely yard in a very beautiful part of the country. Thanks so much for providing such a wonderful service. You and your staff have done such a great job at identifying a need and meeting it. Sincerely yours, Mary Kay L. Lakeview, OR

Dear Mary Kay, congratulations on your new position! I’m glad to read that your email broadcast ad was successful and resulted in you finding such a nice position near your grandchildren. I wish you the best in your new location!

Australia

A SCENIC RIM ESTATE needs some help in Blackbutt, a small town in the South Burnett Region of Queensland. We are situated in the scenic rim area of Blackbutt (with some of the best views on the scenic rim) with 100 hectares of avocados that we have just taken over from a couple that retired. We are a group of combat veterans from Timor, Iraq and Afghanistan that got out of the army and pooled our cash to buy a big farm. We are looking for people who want to impart some knowledge bombs on us in reference to horticulture whilst also helping us running the slasher during the day in our brand new Kubota with air-conditioning. In return we can offer endless coffee from our onsite cafe and accommodation or power and water for your RV setup. We have built a commercial gym on-site that is for anyone to use. If you want to stop in for a week or a month it’s totally fine with us. Why pay for a caravan park when we are happy to have you? Plus you get all the avocados, macadamias and ginger you can carry! We will have avocados well into January so breakfast is sorted. Please feel free to text us anytime at [Contact info available to subscribers]

VAN PARK CARETAKERS WANTED in Southwest Queensland. A pensioner couple is needed to help out in the daily running of our caravan park. You must have your own accommodation in a caravan motor home or similar. There is only small pay for this job. Free rent and power is provided. Must be reasonably fit and active, honest and reliable. Groundskeeping and housekeeping experience is a must as well as good customer relations. The ability to operate a cash register and EFT machine is needed. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

CARETAKER NEEDED for a cattle property in the Julia Creek area. Julia Creek is an outback town in the Shire of Mckinlay, Queensland. Duties will include: pumping water, checking fences and looking after the home and gardens. A mechanically minded caretaker with sober habits is needed here. Queensland residents should call [Contact info available to subscribers] after 7pm. Thanks.

CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED for [Contact info available to subscribers], South Australia. We are seeking a caretaker couple to manage our small community owned Caravan Park. Your own accommodation will be necessary. We are pet friendly. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED for a rural property. Caretakers must be interested in a rural lifestyle. A comfortable house provided in exchange for duties. Located 90 kilometers north of Dubbo in the Orana Region of New South Wales. To apply, please call after 7pm on [Contact info available to subscribers].

CARAVAN PARK CARETAKERS WANTED from January 5th 2023 for a five week period. Also looking for caretakers for July for a similar time period. Our Park is small with 10 caravan sites, four self-contained cabins and four rooms. We have a small toilet block with a small laundry (one washing machine and one dryer). All on one acre of land in town, walking distance to all shops. Duties are receiving guests, cleaning of the toilet block, rooms and cabins and general work around the yard. We have owned the park for 2½ years and we are trying hard to make it easy to maintain. We don’t employ anyone. Don’t do any computer work as in on line booking. The caretaker must have their own van. We require the caretaker to arrive by the end of December for training. For more details, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

AN OUTBACK CARETAKING sheep and cattle property is seeking an active outdoor couple with their own van who would like an outback caretaking experience. Our 40,000 acre sheep wool station is located 8.5 kilometers west of the popular tourist town of Barcaldine. The start date will be as soon as possible, and the length of stay is negotiable. We provide a site for your van, power and water, access to a bathroom and laundry, and a weekly retainer. Caretaking responsibilities include tourist camp site maintenance, stock/water runs, watering and mowing the house garden, and minor/light maintenance jobs. For suitable individuals there may be ad-hoc opportunities for participation in a paid station work. We are centrally located to tourist attractions, a short drive on bitumen to the town of Barcaldine and have excellent mobile coverage across the property. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

WE NEED A COMPETENT, EXPERIENCED, RELIABLE and honest farm person to caretake our rural property in Serpentine, Western Australia. Free rent and power available in a 4 x 1 brick and iron house in exchange for feeding and care of a few horses, including three yearlings. This will suit a retired farmer/downsizer. Good equipment and tools available for property maintenance. This is a long-term position. References and resume required. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

CARETAKER NEEDED at the Daintree Rainforest Beachfront location in North Queensland. This great opportunity has just come up for a caretaker for this beautiful beach location. We provide a free shady site for your caravan on the beach front, water and the amazing wildlife dreams are made of in exchange for light duties. You provide your self-contained caravan and the willingness to look after the property and keep the grounds tidy. This would suit a couple who love nature and the beachfront. This is an incredible location, and our previous caretakers have all stayed longer. This is an immediate start, with three months’ work available. If interested, please phone [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED in Bundarra, New South Wales. Located on the banks of the beautiful Gwydir River, this 1,600 hectare property is 45 minutes to Armidale, Inverell and Uralla. The caretakers can spend four to six months exploring this beautiful area of New South Wales. You must be capable of doing some light maintenance and moving the odd mob of cattle. A comfortable three bedroom air-conditioned house with furniture provided. Dogs are welcome. If you are in New South Wales, please ring [Contact info available to subscribers].

SEEKING A CARETAKING COUPLE in Quilpie, a small town in the southwest of Outback Queensland. We are seeking an active couple with their own van to join our family on our cattle property approximately 140 kilometers from Quilpie. We can offer an undercover area for your van, power, water, Wi-Fi, meat and access to a bathroom and laundry. We are seeking a couple to help with gardening, mowing, feeding of animals, water runs and minor maintenance, with further paid work available for suitable individuals. We are open to start dates but the sooner the better, and your length of stay is negotiable and we are happy for pets to come along. The district is unique and vibrant with numerous social activities and places to see and visit as well as boasting the friendliest and most welcoming community. If this sounds like it would suit you, we look forward to hearing from you! Please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

CARAVAN PARK HELP NEEDED in the Yass area, in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales. I am looking for a couple to help us with our park situated on the banks of the lovely Lake Burrinjuck over the December and January time period. The main duties would be the cleaning of amenities approximately three hours a day and help in the shop on some days. This is a paid position including a free powered site for your RV. There will be lots of free time to go fishing and exploring. Please ring [Contact info available to subscribers]

WANTED, a caretaker with good farm knowledge to manage livestock and maintain infrastructure on our small farm close to Perth in Western Australia. This position would ideally suit a retired couple. The package includes a good house in an attractive setting and a retainer. Local enquiries should call [Contact info available to subscribers].

Belize

WANTED, two persons or a couple to experience COVID Free tropical living in southern Belize by caretaking [Contact info available to subscribers]. Request a three to four week commitment any time from March to November. If you have Peace Corp experience or served in the military it would definitely be a plus. Even though we have the place for sale, it does not preclude us from visiting friends and family in Hawaii and California. If you are wondering why we are selling [Contact info available to subscribers], you can Google [Contact info available to subscribers] or email [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

CARETAKER POSITION AVAILABLE in Hesperia, CA and also in Joshua Tree. RV trailer space (single private spot) available. Must have your own RV, Travel Trailer, or 5th Wheel. You will need to cover utilities. Hookups – water, electric, and sewer. Please send pictures of your RV, and your bio to [Contact info available to subscribers] for more info. Thank you.

house sitter NEEDED for my three bedroom/two bathroom Napa home from the beginning of January through the end of March, 2023 while I’ll be out of the country. I have five cats which also will need to be taken care of, so I am really searching for a cat/house sitter. You will need to reside in my home and take care of my cats here. Please email me a letter about yourself and if you are a cat lover. Must be non-smokers and able to provide checkable references. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

HOSTEL SITE MANAGER WANTED on the Northern California Coast, near Lake Earl. Looking for a non-smoking hostel manager who has their own fully self-contained RV. Duties involve compensated cleaning upon guest departures, and yard maintenance. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] with references, and your phone number.

RANCH CARETAKER NEEDED for a 2,000 acre property in Calistoga, California. The full-time ranch caretaker will live on the property and will oversee the maintenance, security and upkeep of the 2,000 acre ranch. A successful candidate will be able to repair wooden and metal structures, operate and maintain tractors and other light machinery, use chainsaws to down and remove timber and be proactive in mowing, trimming, and maintaining the grounds, along with maintenance and upkeep of the recreation areas around a small lake, including equipment and structures used on the lake for recreation. This position is meant for a person or couple who will live on the property year-round and be responsible for almost every aspect of the ranch. It is expected that the ranch caretaker/manager will update ownership via text, WhatsApp, and phone calls on a regular basis to ensure timely communication. The primary responsibilities include maintaining clear roadways throughout the ranch, down tree removal and repairs as needed; mowing, trimming, and maintaining of the grounds; maintenance and up-keep of any building structures; repair and up-keep of gates, fences, and other barriers; operate, maintain and complete routine ATV, farm and heavy equipment maintenance; operation of dozer and backhoe; maintenance and upkeep of the beach and recreation area around the lake, and upkeep and setup of recreational equipment and toys; routinely check the gates and all access points to ensure security; coordinate drilling of wells and water storage, maintain the weir; reservoir water quality, systems maintenance and water usage reporting; operate, maintain and complete routine fire truck maintenance and outfitting; improve secure storage areas for equipment and materials; maintain and secure fuel tanks; coordinate vendor access, such as electrical, gas, telecom, waste and other services on the property; and other ranch duties as necessary, dependent on the season and desired by the owner. Weekend hours required. A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required Housing provided, along with a salary of $25.00 per hour. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

AN ON SITE COUPLE IS NEEDED as ranch caretakers in Lakeside, CA. We are only accepting San Diego County residents. We are looking for a retired or semi-retired couple to be live-in caretakers for a remote, private, secluded 1,000 acre ranch near Barona Casino. Outdoor duties will include general property and grounds maintenance, mowing fields, brush control, weed control, gardening, tree trimming, and road grading. You must have experience operating a John Deere 5510 tractor, or equivalent, using a Gannon box scraper, brush hog, disc, etc. You will need experience with DR Mowers, well maintenance, generator maintenance, irrigation maintenance, and equipment maintenance. Painting, maintaining, preserving and repairing fences, beams, siding, porches, railings, structures and supports. Security of premises. Work 20 hours per week. Indoor duties include cleaning and maintaining homes and structures on the property, administrative support, reports and coordination. This will take five hours per week. Compensation is $20/hour, housing, and a utilities allowance. Please email your resumes, qualifications, experience, skill levels, etc. to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include “Lakeside, CA Caretakers” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes. Thanks.

Canada

LIVE ON SITE APARTMENT BUILDING caretaker/manager couple needed in Victoria, BC. A high-rise leasehold apartment building, centrally located in Victoria, requires an experienced, full-time live-in building manager/caretaker couple. Responsibilities will include cleaning, grounds, minor maintenance, management, and resident concerns; overseeing: residents, sub-contractors, capital projects, and building operations; all general apartment management duties; carrying and responding to emergency phone calls. Must have experience in the industry and have the ability to schedule and prioritize. Must be mature, reliable, energetic and a hard-working couple. Compensation to be determined. The couple must live on site, with no pets. To apply, please email your resumes and contact phone number to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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

FARMSTAY HELP NEEDED at [Contact info available to subscribers], in Harrop, Nelson, BC. Come and learn how to play with the plants. We are looking for apprentice/helpers who can be here for various times in 2023. We prefer helpers who can stay for at least eight weeks, though depending on our needs and the time of year we will consider a shorter stay. We are a small market garden, providing vegetables, berries, herbs and edible flowers to our local food Co-op, a retail farmers market, and restaurants and families in the Nelson area. My husband and I have been running the market garden for 13 years. Gardening experience is not essential; we prefer a desire and willingness to learn. There is room for your inspiration and creativity here. If you have an interest in guiding and teaching others you can take on various challenges in the leadership aspects of the garden operation. We are looking for apprentices/helpers with a serious and genuine interest in learning organic market gardening skills. You must be teachable, able to follow directions, ask questions as needed, and to participate cooperatively with others as well individually. If you are reliable, honest, responsible, physically fit, enjoy outdoor activities in most weather conditions then we would be happy to host you. We are an easy 20 minute car ride from the cafes, pubs and stores of Nelson and 10 minutes from Balfour. There is a very dependable bus service available just minutes from the garden to get you to Nelson and other destinations. There is a forest to explore above the property with many hiking and biking trails. Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park is a 10 minute bicycle ride. A semi-private beach is just five minutes down the road for swimming, fishing, canoeing and kayaking. We have bikes for you to use, a badminton court and two hammocks under the walnut tree as well as a fire pit to cozy up to and enjoy with friends on those starry nights. We understand the need for balance between work and recreation, so we offer a different arrangement to traditional “helper/apprentices” situations. We are asking for only two hours of participation a day in exchange for accommodation and utilities. Sharing a fully furnished kitchen and living area. Laundry and wireless Internet provided. Sorry, we can’t provide meals. You will need to have enough monetary funds to supply your own personal food and needs. Sorry no kids or pets. No smoking in the house Please bring appropriate clothing and foot wear as well as a good head light or flashlight. For more info, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

Colorado

SEEKING A GENERAL MANAGER: Work in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado with one of the most amazing views as your backdrop! [Contact info available to subscribers] is a private Estate with lodging for one group at a time, specializing in weddings, retreats, and reunions. Looking for a mature and experienced General Manager to lead our small team, execute operations, and grow our brand. Management, home operational/logistical, and marketing/brand management experience is a must. Need a big picture/big thinker! To apply, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

NORTHEAST JEFFERSON COUNTY, GOLDEN, COLORADO area, seeks a full-time, long term caretaker/maintenance person. Duties include, not limited to, all seasonal yard work and maintenance for multiple exclusive properties. Must have a valid Driver’s License, clean MVR and be able to pass a background check. Housing available. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER/RANCH MANAGER NEEDED at a private ranch on 300 acres. Looking for a full-time, year-round, live-on caretaker near Gunnison, surrounded by the Bureau of Land Management. Responsibilities include maintenance of three dwellings, a large workshop and barn, and two irrigated pastures. General household maintenance, upkeep, repair and cleaning. Manicured lawn upkeep. No livestock currently but could be added in the future. A combination of general mechanic, construction, and agricultural experience required. Backhoe, tractor, and vehicle operation/maintenance required. Looking for someone with initiative who is a self-starter with the ability to research problems for a solution. Full-time housing available on the ranch. Salary based on experience. References required. Send a resume, a brief biography and photo to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER NEEDED in Dolores, Colorado. The [Contact info available to subscribers] is seeking a live on site, year-round caretaker with their own RV. Located on the beautiful forks of the Dolores Rivers, at the mouth of the Dolores Valley and the upper reaches of McPhee Reservoir. The position includes a full-hookup RV site with all utilities included. You must have an RV and be willing to commit to stay here for 18 months. Must have verifiable references and be able to pass a background check. For additional information, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER NEEDED. We are looking for a hardworking ranch hand/caretaker. Here is your chance to work outside with animals on one of the most beautiful horse properties in Durango. Daily horse feeding, property maintenance, irrigation, lawn care, general upkeep and just making the property look good. We need an all-around hard worker with fencing, irrigation, small engine and vehicle maintenance skills. Need to be able to figure out how to fix things. Must be a hard worker that hustles! If you don’t hustle please don’t apply. Must be honest, must be a self-starter. 40 hours per week. Starting pay of $16.00 per hour, and we will provide a two bedroom cute barn apartment. Health insurance, benefits and pay increase after 90 days. With the free housing, free utilities, free internet, benefits and salary this is a $60,000.00 opportunity. Would also consider a couple and would have roughly 20 hours per week for the trailing spouse at the same wage. The position is also open without housing at $19.00 per hour starting pay. Nonsmoker. No phone calls please. Please submit a letter of interest and a resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] and let us know if you would like to bring family, pets or animals.

Connecticut

AN AWARD WINNING B&B in Litchfield County, CT (1.5 hours to New York City) is looking for an assistant Innkeeper or couple to join our growing staff. Help manage all day-to-day operations of a 16 room Inn. This is a hands-on position. Responsibilities include, but not limited to housekeeping, breakfast, concierge services, social media, and administrative responsibilities. We pride ourselves on cleanliness and have maintained superior customer reviews. Competitive base salary, accommodations, and revenue share offered. Must be able to work independently with an owner’s mindset. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CAT/house sitter NEEDED for our home outside of Hartford from January 1 through March 31, 2023. We will be overseas and will need our house sitter to look after our home and cats. We prefer a non-smoker, a cat lover, a person who keeps a home very clean, someone who is good with plants, likes solitude, and will be quiet, and not disturb any of our neighbors. Must have checkable references. For more details, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

THE [Contact info available to subscribers] is seeking a full-time live-in Innkeeper for our beautiful five room bed and breakfast located in East Hampton, CT. The job responsibilities include greeting guests, answering phone calls, reply to emails, social media, housekeeping, room changeovers, food shopping, preparing and serving breakfasts for guests and making sure all aspects of the guests stay are satisfactory. Compensation includes a room in the Mansion including all utilities and a percentage of the room and event sales. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

England

AN EXPERIENCED HOUSEKEEPER/CATSITTER is needed. Located on the Fulham/Putney border of London, occasional overnight and part-time needed for a couple and one nervous cat. The house is near the Putney Bridge tube/mainline and the bus station is 200 yards away. Parking is available. Must be flexible, reliable and available with short notice for periods up to 14 days. This position would really suit one retiree. Must be a non-smoker. We are security conscious, so we require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, and good references. Please apply for further information and tell me about the relevant experience you have with cats/animals and why this position would suit you. Please apply for more information by writing to [Contact info available to subscribers].

Florida

CARETAKER NEEDED in Central Florida (Mount Dora) ASAP. Need a retired couple year-round to live on 10 acres to help with our yard and house work. Housing provided in exchange for working 50 hours per month. Additional hours with compensation may be available after 50 hours per month. Background check required. No smoking/no pets. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

HELP NEEDED at a five acre horse and kennel property in the Goethe State Forest area of Florida. You will need to feed, clean/disinfect, treat the animals, and let them in and out, (dogs/puppies, cats, and horses). Our pool will be available (if it’s cleaned). Full-time am/pm (RV accommodation provided, plus $10 – 15/hour). Enjoy Florida! Fishing, kayaking, beaches, trail riding, beach riding, boating, etc. Lots of veterinary and animal experience available. Other jobs available on the farm for pay, if experienced. Non-smokers only, no pets, and one to two people maximum. Must be dependable, reliable, and capable. Experienced people can apply by emailing your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

France

HELP WANTED. [Contact info available to subscribers] in Vernantes, Saumur, in the Loire Valley has some rooms to renovate, as well as finishing touches all around the chateau. We have availability for you throughout the year and are keen to book interested people, like yourself, for longer periods anytime over the year. We ask for a minimum stay of two weeks with us, but longer periods are a big bonus. We love positive enthusiastic people who enjoy all that life offers and can share that energy with those around them. If you like working in the garden or have general handyman skills…we would love to hear from you. We would also love a stonemason to join us, as we have a few stone walls to repair. And if you have experience working behind the bar or preparing breakfasts, then that works for us too, over the summer period. We also love any tradespeople…or those with renovation experience. The gardens and grounds take a bit to look after with 22 acres of forest, a formal French garden, an orchard and vegetable plot, a picnic area, an in-ground pool, and a moat with 20 caves. So if you like working outside, this is the place for you. We have a regular team of gardeners but we need additional help from people who want to potter about doing additional weeding and whipper-snippering. For reasons of health and safety you must be able to speak English to a good standard. We run an accommodation business in the chateau over the summer, in order to raise money to effect the renovation work. Accommodation for helpers is in a three bedroomed shared (either twin or double-bedded rooms) converted outbuilding on the grounds, with shared bathroom/laundry, living/kitchen/dining and Wi-Fi. We ask that you work the minimum of 28 hours a week, but we like you to work longer hours during the week five to six hours per day, so you can take off two days over the weekend, to explore the area. There is a lot to do in the region in your free time and we’ve got bikes for you to use to get around. You`ll need a sturdy pair of boots and depending on the season, warm clothes and a waterproof jacket would be handy. We provide gloves and Personal Protective Equipment if necessary. We also have a fully-equipped carpentry workshop and saw mill. You will be in excellent company, have decent accommodation and eat good food. Three meals a day are offered with shared cooking facilities, as you get an allowance to buy food from the local Supermarket and we share some meals with you in the chateau. Why don`t you join us and immerse yourself in the French way of life at an ancient castle in the Loire. We are Jenny and David, from Australia. We speak English and are trying to learn French! Please call us at [Contact info available to subscribers].

Georgia

PART-TIME CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED in northwest Georgia. I have 85 acres, three homes, 25 acres wooded, and a five acre fishing lake and 40 acre rented cattle pasture. This is a family farm, and certified wildlife habitat. Located an hour north of Atlanta and Chattanooga, TN, near Rome, GA. Part-time 22 hours groundskeeper work per week in exchange for rent in a new two bedroom/two bathroom 1,080 sq. ft. private home with carport, fireplace, acreage and outbuilding for equipment storage. You pay utilities. Gardening space also available. Duties will include: bush hog, mowing, spraying, trimming, pressure washing, handyman, general upkeep, driveway and equipment maintenance, weeding-gardening, fence repair, animal care, pond maintenance, “gate keeper”, pet care, etc. Additional hourly pay available if interested in housekeeping and driving (think, Ms. Daisy). Looking for healthy, fit, no drugs or alcohol, and clean driving record applicants. This is a long-term position with a great family. References and maintenance equipment experience required. Minor plumbing, and electrical a plus. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

COUPLE NEEDED for a plantation south of Savannah, on the coast and on the water. Requires the couple to maintain extensive grounds, woodland roads, and have building maintenance skills for 14 100-year-old buildings. The couple will receive a $75,000 salary, plus a beautiful spacious 100-year-old three bedroom/two bathroom house overlooking the water. The property is long considered ecologically and environmentally one of the most pristine on the Eastern Seaboard. This job is for a couple with passion for nature and history, and willing to do hard physical work to preserve it. Please reply by telephone: [Contact info available to subscribers].

Hawaii

ALOHA FROM THE BIG ISLAND OF HAWAII. Escape to the tropics. Our 2.25-acre estate in Kona is in need of an individual who can care for its landscape, gardens, and general maintenance. This commitment is for a minimum of 90 days, but a longer-term position could be possible, if all parties are content. This position is available now. If hired, one can expect round trip airfare from your nearest U.S. major airport to Kona, Hawaii. While on the property, we will provide you with private hi-end accommodations with cable and Wi-Fi, maid service once a week for bedding, gourmet breakfast and dinner, and a negotiated stipend. Lastly, we will occasionally give you free use of a vehicle to explore the island. This is a “work for hire” position and does not imply employment. You must carry health and auto insurance for yourself. We are seeking a self-motivated, organized, in shape and strong, and very tidy and clean individual, who will work 32+ hours a week to upkeep our estate’s land, agriculture, and gardens. We are willing to train in our procedures, but you must have experience. There are occasions where we have to do a little sanding and painting, and pressure washing. We live in a jungle, where it is absolutely necessary to spray herbicides and insecticides. We do our best to be as organic as possible. You must be proficient and competent in using a commercial mower, weed eater, blower, hedge trimmer, chain saw, pole chain saw, and silky pole saw. We use mostly Stihl equipment, and have an ECHO weed eater, and a commercial mower by Honda. You will have to tend to all fertilizing and weed maintenance. You must be competent in installing, maintaining, and repairing irrigation. We use Toro products. We have over 60 different fruit and spice trees, and edible berries and bushes, vegetable and herb gardens, and a ¾ acre botanical garden with rare palms, Heliconia, and Gingers. We are in the process of adding three lotus and lily ponds in mid-2022. It is fabulous, but it is hard work to maintain all of them. If you love plants and the outdoors, this is your dream job. Do not fool yourself, it is hard work, but well worth it. The property has a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. It is a spectacular place. If you feel this position might be your calling, please send me your resume and a list of references. I will review them and give you a call to set up an interview time. I can do FaceTime, Skype, WhatsApp, or Zoom. Please have one of these options available for your interviews. No drug use or smoking of any kind, and we expect responsible alcohol use! We do not accept applicants with children or pets. All applicants will be subject to background checks. You may contact me, [Contact info available to subscribers] for questions. Please forward resumes and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] and include the terms “House of Kona, caretakers” in the subject line of your email. Responses should be received within 48 hours. Aloha and mahalo!

Iceland

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to work on the historical island of Videy for the 17th year in a row with our host, the city of Reykjavík from May 9 to May 18, 2023. Videy is a popular destination during the summer among Icelandic and foreign visitors. Videy or “Wood Island” is the largest island in the Kollafjorour Bay, just outside Reykjavík. The island is covered by many species of plants and at least 30 species of breeding birds have been counted here. Videy was inhabited soon after the settlement of Iceland in the 10th century. In the beginning of the 20th century, around 100 people lived there. Today the island is uninhabited. There is a regular ferry connection between the island and the harbor of Reykjavík. The island is only a few hundred meters away from the city and the trip takes a few minutes. This makes Videy so special; it is a peaceful place, very close to the busy city life of the capital. There are hiking and cycling paths around the island and there is no motor traffic allowed. It also features intriguing sculptural artwork, amongst them all nine pairs of basalt pillars that comprise Richard Serra’s work “Áfangar” and Yoko Ono’s “Imagine Peace” column, a tower of light, which is supported by the widow of John Lennon. Other places of interest on Videy are related to archaeological research. Volunteers will help prepare the island for the summer season. Volunteers will beautify the surroundings by cleaning up the area, especially along the coastline, for instance by hand-picking garbage or collecting trash blown by the wind or brought by the sea to the shores and surroundings. [Contact info available to subscribers] volunteers may carry out some gardening activities as well and possibly make and maintain walking paths. Well maintained paths enable people to visit the area without damaging it and this important work also helps to improve safety for visitors. Depending on the advance of the project and weather conditions, volunteers may have other possible tasks such as checking up and repairing garden furniture. The working day normally runs from 9am to 5pm with breaks for lunch and coffee; however, please be prepared for some flexibility due to the nature of Iceland’s changeable weather, as we may not be able to perform some of the tasks or activities planned. The temperature in May can drop during the evenings. Volunteers should have motivation to work outside and work in all kinds of weather, as it can get cold and rainy. The working plan is flexible and it will depend on the needs of our host. No previous experience is necessary. The camp takes place around the summer solstice, when the sun hardly sets and the nights are almost as bright as the days. The bright nights are magical and staying awake and enjoying the beautiful surroundings is a unique experience. During the time of the camp, participants will have the opportunity to experience the midnight sun as there are 24 hours of light even if the sun does set for short periods of time. [Contact info available to subscribers] volunteers will be lodged in a local house on Videy Island, in shared rooms. The facilities are equipped with a kitchen, shower, and a washing machine. Everyone is expected to show consideration for their companions. Participants will sleep in shared rooms. Please bring your own sleeping bag. Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food [Contact info available to subscribers] provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country. For more info please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] or you can email [Contact info available to subscribers].

Idaho

CARETAKER POSITION available in a beautiful RV Park in Cascade, Idaho. The caretaker must live on-site (housing furnished), and report to work on time and complete hours as scheduled. No unapproved time off. Must be able to follow directives, and be flexible to changes of duties. Skill sets desired include: backhoe/front end loader experience, mechanical knowledge, lawn and ground maintenance, septic systems/lift station maintenance, swimming pool maintenance, cleaning and maintenance of club house, bathrooms, and laundromat. Many of these functions are trainable. Cell phone required. Compensation includes an hourly wage (will be discussed at our interview), paid vacation, and three bedroom/two bathroom housing with utilities included: annual value $25,020. An applicant must be receptive to instruction and be willing to dedicate to performing all duties. All applicants must provide their work history and skills information. To apply, please send your information to [Contact info available to subscribers].

CARETAKER NEEDED at a 10 acre horse ranch in Weiser, Idaho from December 22nd to March 1st. Must have experience, handling, catching, feeding, watering and grooming horses. Must know basic horse medical issues and load and haul horses to the vet if needed. You will also have to feed/water and pick up eggs from the chickens, and feed/water a cat. Take care of two dogs for 12 days. Tractor experience is important for moving hay and taking trash to the road. No pets please. Housing and a salary of $750/month offered. Please reply with your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Indiana

HORSE CARETAKER NEEDED at an equestrian facility in Danville, Indiana. We are a small farm looking to hire the right person or family that has experience with horses and are willing to do what’s right by the horses. Living accommodation may be available for the right person. Chores include feeding, dragging the arenas, filling water buckets, troughs, general cleaning and stalls. All equipment is provided. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Ireland

NEED AN EXTREMELY KIND, PEACEFUL INDIVIDUAL (or couple) to watch my beloved elder kitty, Athena, from December 19th through December 29th. She mainly needs daily food and a lot of affection. In exchange, you would get to spend Christmastime in a cozy, thatched cottage in the seaside town of Skerries. Located in the heart of the town, you would be just a few minutes’ walk from all amenities and the beach. Also, to day-tour Dublin, the regular train service goes to the city (12-minute walk to station). Please apply with your personal background, experience caring for pets (cats in particular), and why you think you would be the perfect fit for this opportunity to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Kentucky

RANCH AND CATTLE CARETAKER NEEDED in southern Kentucky. Looking for someone to take care of a farm in Kings Mountain, Kentucky. The farm runs 750-1,000 of feeder cattle. Duties to include but not limited to checking the cattle daily, feeding hay and grain, putting out salt, fixing fences. Bush hog. Pay will depend on experience and a house will be provided on the property. The caretaker will have a place to keep your horses and hay. Must be honest, a self-starter, reliable, and possess a good work ethic. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Maine

[Contact info available to subscribers] located on Great Diamond Island, Casco Bay, Portland, Maine has an Innkeeper opportunity available for the 2023 season (April to October). This position is ideal for a seasoned individual or couple that also has solid F&B experience including events. You will be responsible for day-to-day operations of the Inn and Restaurant, hiring and managing summer staff, and delivering the highest level of cleanliness and service. Housing provided on the island. Please email us at [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

Maryland

LIVE-IN PROPERTY MANAGER/CARETAKER NEEDED for a small horse farm. We are looking for a hard-working and self-motivated individual to maintain the barn and grounds of a small privately owned horse farm in Potomac, Maryland. The successful candidate must have a pleasant attitude and the ability to work well and communicate with coworkers, homeowners and vendors. This position requires a knowledge of mowers, tractors, trailers and other farm equipment. Handyman skills are a plus. A familiarity with horse care is also required. However, this is not a horse focused job – the primary responsibilities are the care and maintenance of the structures and grounds on the property. The candidate must have a driver’s license and be willing to work flexible hours as the job requires. Duties include, but are not limited to, cutting grass (z-turn and bush hog), pasture maintenance, weed eating, trimming trees, mulching, general barn maintenance, including fence and miscellaneous repairs, and property inspection to identify areas requiring attention. In addition, assisting the barn manager with the care of four horses (feeding, turning in/out and stall cleaning) is required. This is a salaried position and includes a full benefits package including medical, dental and 401-k. A private one bedroom apartment is included. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person. We are looking for a long-term employee who takes pride in their job. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Massachusetts

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

LOOKING FOR A PART-TIME CARETAKER to live on a beautiful private estate on Cape Ann to look after my home and property and assist a single mother and her two young children primarily on the weekends. This person is essentially a part of the family and helps with organizing the household and completing errands. Other essential duties and responsibilities might include: making sure the house and property is in good condition; manage special projects for the house and property improvement; serving as a companion to the mother and children; transporting children to and from appointments, errands, activities, etc.; preparing meals when necessary; performing light housekeeping duties (e.g., keeping the kitchen clean, laundry); keeping an eye on the children, the property, and farm animals; shopping and running errands; and maintaining a safe and comfortable home environment. The right person needs to be highly organized and be able to multitask, and they must be able to help with a range of home chores, such as preparing meals and cleaning. This is not a full-time position and having a primary career is acceptable. Most of the responsibility is on the weekend. Housing is in a large private studio with a bathroom attached to the house. The pay is specific to the person and the level of need, this will be determined upon finding the right person. A strong candidate should be compassionate and friendly, as they’re regularly working with the family and providing them with a positive and encouraging atmosphere. Candidates might also have CPR and first aid training and be ready to use it in emergency situations in case unexpected critical health issues occur. It’s also important for the candidate to hold a driver’s license so they can easily transport the children to and from their appointments and run errands. The right person will be subject to background checks and must sign a waiver. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Property Caretaker Profile

Passion ~ Two Renaissance People on the Road to their Dreams Address: [Contact info available to subscribers] Interests: Julie – Gardening, Tennis, Horses, Animal Communication, Feng Shui David – Marketing, being Mr. Fixit/Making Things, Guitar David and Julie – Hiking, Kayaking, Acting of course, Film and Theatre and making movies! Quote: “If you build it, they will come…” Field of Dreams feature film with Kevin Costner.

Julie and David at Lucia Falls, Washington

It seemed to take hold of us from the beginning when we met in 2010. I was doing house sitting in Los Angeles at the time besides my endeavors in the Entertainment Industry. I had housesat for many people in the Hollywood business, including celebrities. We had only known each other for two weeks after meeting, but I had a yearly housesit I had done in Seattle for years. I kept hearing this voice in my head – “ask him to come with you.” “No”, I thought, “I love that drive and some alone time after LA.” The Voice wouldn’t stop. So, okay. I asked him did he want to drive up with me, then he could fly back. He had never seen the Pacific Northwest – which I had lived in on and off for 10 years, and am an extremely Big fan of it. He said, “Why not?!” We started out the road trip up the stunning Coast Highway 1 route and the 101 towards Seattle. We had a terrific time (I love the Bill Murray story – take a trip with someone if you think you are in love. “If you can make it through that without killing each other – come home and get married immediately.”) We arrived in Oregon then Washington and David was bowled over with the beauty. We stayed for about a month. He never took the plane ride back. I couldn’t get him to leave… LOL. David had a huge Hollywood career working with Tom Hanks, Ron Howard and many others. I started out since I was 12 in the theatre and then went to New York City – one of my dreams for many years. Turns out – David and I almost met each other there 20 years before. His friend lived on the same street I did. Synchronicity. And, here we are with a decade now of house sitting, of property caretaking and in the last two years added Guest Innkeeping to our resume. It seemed to evolve. It has a life of its own. David and I ended up starting an online boutique marketing firm that helps small businesses. We began to help the Big Foot Lodge in Hood River, Oregon with marketing – until one day the owner lost their part-time Guest Host. We felt like we could ‘flip an egg’ and she was wonderful to work with, giving us full rein of the place while she was out of the country. We helped avert many a crisis in bookings while there, got her up on Google which was unclaimed heretofore, got her a great review system going on Yelp and got her up to a 4 star rating across the internet. We kept going back to help and found that we loved hosting, interacting with people, and the adventure of running a Lodge in Oregon! Suddenly, we found that many Innkeepers never get a break and also thought – we would make great “Temporary Guest Hosts” while people took a break from their business. We know things! We then took a six month gig with a friend’s country property while they snow birded and put all our stuff in storage – and it just kept on going! At the time, I remembered The Caretaker Gazette! And thought – “Oh, Yeah?!” I had subscribed a decade before when I was looking for horse ranches in Montana to do research for a horse script I was writing. Anyway, I contacted Gary, gave him my Visa card info and signed up again with a new subscription. We immediately talked to a fellow in France with a chateau who was interested in us but the timing was off – we still plan on going there some time, we are on his ‘notify’ list. We interviewed for a $70,000 job in the Pennsylvania countryside with horses. We talked to a Montana entrepreneur about being caretakers while they mostly weren’t there. A Colorado property was very interested in us too, but the locale wasn’t really right for us. Word to the wise: Make sure the terrain and weather and lifestyle of the place you are choosing is something that really matches what works for you! We even toyed with the idea of being private executive cooks for a wealthy family, since we love great food and had some experience – why not make $90,000 a year feeding people fantastic meals? And, voila, within about two weeks we had some seriously good offers from our first issue of the Gazette. One such connection came from a Pennsylvania property owner. He had converted a historic old church and property into a fantastic event center, and made the Rectory and Convent into a bed and breakfast operation. He had a Help-Wanted ad in that issue looking for Innkeepers, so we were intrigued and answered his ad.

Front of West Grove Chapel

The Dock, Little Glen Lake, M22 Inn

We booked a flight out to see him after reading his ad and speaking to him. We got there and it turns out – the Rectory wasn’t really ready for innkeeping yet as it was still unfurnished and being renovated. We said, “Heck, why don’t we help you get your online presence going through on the Chapel?”

We became Project Managers long distance for them, worked on his website, got all his social media in place, got them a newspaper article, worked the Facebook angle and bookings came flowing in. After that, we helped him with vacation properties throughout Pennsylvania, including beautiful eclectic Cottages (go for the fall colors, folks!), built a website and rinsed and repeated what we had done for the Chapel. We just loved the owner and his family and being able to serve them to get their dreams off the ground has been a treasured gig. The Rectory just had its first booking and will now be ready for an Innkeeper! We continue to talk to the stakeholders and work on all the marketing. That was a big win for us, and great income while we were looking for other gigs ~ to be able to use all our knowledge and to help someone to get their dream. The first idea was to be ‘rent free’ and put in some great savings while we did property caretaking. It has been that way for two years now. We found another opportunity through the Gazette listings and ran an Airbnb on the Oregon Coast for the next winter. Then, the Universe… (because “everything is always working out for us” ‘-) presented us with a Gazette ad in Michigan, after another Coastal job we just missed getting because of a timing issue. I got a sudden email from another historic inn, this one in Glen Arbor, Michigan after sending in our resumes. Michigan, hmmm…??? Never would have thought of going there? Turns out – we had no idea Michigan was so gorgeous! The water on the little lake, literally looks almost like the Caribbean. Who knew?! After discussing some details, the response was: “When can we talk?” We Facetimed an interview (which we always recommend!) and got along famously with the General Manager. You want to always make sure your energies match, and you ask pertinent questions about the property. The Owner walked in during it and said, with a smile, “So, okay – when are you starting?” The historic Michigan Inn, now called the M22 Inn, was a vintage property and a huge creative challenge from that standpoint but we arrived excitedly to meet the General Manager and Owner who we just got along so well with – and off we went. We felt like our talents of organizing, passionately serving the guests, beautifying wherever we could really made a difference. One guest, who had been there for 30 years on and off when it was newly purchased by our owner, was upset when she arrived in June. She said that things weren’t the way they were used to. She came back in two months – and actually took me aside to tell me “Something is really different here, something has miraculously changed! The energy is so different. The flowers on the tables outside. Everything feels so clean. The lobby is now so cute with the vintage furniture made into a cafe feel.” All, things we implemented. Flowers, always flowers – even if just from the garden in each room – make such a difference to people feeling taken care of like you went the extra mile. We have learned a lot in the last 10 years to add to our caretaking skills. David folds a mean fitted sheet now and we can ‘peacock fold’ the towel rack which looks so inviting. We left the historic Inn in Michigan a better place and helped people make memories for a lifetime… how’s that for touching the world with your heart and talents?

People were always amazed. They thought this rent-free lifestyle was amazing. Nearly every guest asked – ‘How did you get to do this job?’ Our answer – “this little gem called The Caretaker Gazette.” Then, we share some of our story. We will continue to coach people on how they can have this lifestyle. And, we enthusiastically will also continue to support Inns and B&Bs, and vacation rentals with our marketing consulting to share how to get the most from their business in ways they never heard of. It’s a pretty good life, right? What do we love about it? It gives David and me a chance to write this lifestyle. We can carve out time to write without a heavy mortgage or rent, in fact, we are working on a TV Pilot about all our innkeeping adventures. On property caretaking gigs – even more time. It gives us time to read, and participate in nature – and after many years working hard as entrepreneurs – it is giving us finally extra money to make the next creative vision happen. Thanks, Gary and The Caretaker Gazette!!! We will continue to recommend you. We will build it (with your help, Gary) and the next gig will come!

Julie and David in front of the M22 Inn

Michigan

CARETAKER NEEDED IN BALDWIN, MICHIGAN. A private 13 bedroom fly fishing club in Baldwin is looking for caretaker(s). The primary duties are Food Service, Housekeeping, General Maintenance, and Groundskeeping. Compensation can include year round use of the Caretakers’ home including all utilities, plus a salary commensurate with experience. This can be a seasonal position from April 15 through November 15. If interested, please contact us at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mississippi

WORKING CARETAKER WANTED for a small family owned working horse, cattle and hay farm in Perkinston, in central Stone County. A one bedroom apartment is available for the caretaker. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

Montana

[Contact info available to subscribers] located adjacent to Glacier National Park Montana is a guest ranch that rents weekly to families and large groups. We are looking for a couple to help with the 2023 season, June through September. Responsibilities include helping the chef with meals, turnover on weekends and laundry. General maintenance includes landscaping and fencing. Wages approximately $1,000 per week including tips. Room (a nice trailer) and meals. Please visit our website [Contact info available to subscribers] and email Jim or Chris Stewart at [Contact info available to subscribers] The ideal couple would be from Arizona. Folks looking to leave the hot summer for the cool mountain air in Montana. Jim winters in Scottsdale and is available for interviews.

WINTER CARETAKER NEEDED in Polebridge, Montana now through March 31st, with flexibility in the start and end dates. The [Contact info available to subscribers] needs a winter caretaker. Like to ski? Like to be in nature? Like solitude? Remote student? This position includes free housing with all utilities included. We have fast (faster than town) reliable internet, and a monthly paycheck is provided. Tasks include but are not limited to caring for farm animals (dogs, cats, sheep, and chickens) maintenance and chopping wood. Wood heat is the only source of heat, and the candidate must be comfortable using a wood stove. Vacation time available! Please send your resume and mini cover letter explaining why you would be a good fit for the position to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Morocco

ORGANIC FARMSTAY HELP NEEDED at the [Contact info available to subscribers] in Tagounite, Zagora, Morocco. My name is Khalid, I`m 35 and I live in Tagounite (65 kilometers from Zagora) with my family in a farmhouse that belonged to my father. Life is everywhere here! We have many animals (dogs, cats, a donkey, sheep, and chickens), gardens, growing vegetables, date palms and olive trees. There is a lot of work to do here and any help will be very useful. The farm is very large, and I have many projects in mind to improve and develop the farm site but I need motivated people to move forward. The terrain is also very large (five hectares) which is perfect for growing vegetables, alfalfa, wheat and date palms. There is potable running water, a sink, toilet and shower and a steam room. I need manpower and experience in agriculture and the development of my farm. I am open to the concept of permaculture and organic farming. We never use chemicals here. I would like you to share the good ideas and put it all in place. If you feel motivated to help me here, do not hesitate to call. I also know the entire region of southern Morocco and the desert very well, so it is possible to go for a few days of adventure for those who wish. If you’re in Morocco, please call me on my Mobile at [Contact info available to subscribers] for more info. Peace, Khalid

New Mexico

FULL-TIME RANCH/PROPERTY MANAGER NEEDED near Taos, New Mexico. This is an amazing once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to run a privately owned, 5,000+ acre ranch in the beautiful landscape of Northern New Mexico. The Ranch is located 40 minutes by car west of Taos, not far from the Taos Ski Valley. This position requires managing all operations of the ranch property including the maintenance and cleaning of the existing five homes/cabins on the property, bison facility, gardens, grounds, roads, fences, water system/tanks, irrigation system, wells, etc. Assessing the condition of the ranch’s facilities and equipment to determine if they need repair or replacement. While previous experience with livestock (bison) would be a big plus, it is not a requirement. The Ranch Manager is also responsible for paying the bills for gas, diesel and hay in the winter. In addition, the Ranch Manager takes care of paying the property taxes, renewal of leases for the water rights and finding any local workers if necessary. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, reliable, responsible, intelligent, mechanically inclined (electrical is also a big plus) and able to work independently with little direction. Good communication and problem solving skills are a must. Some management of seasonal help may be required. This position is open to a single individual, or a couple. A very competitive salary ($80,000+), and free housing in a brand new private two bedroom onsite home will be provided. Open to providing a relocation allowance as well. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

INNKEEPER POSITION AVAILABLE for an individual or couple, March 15 through November 30, 2023 at the [Contact info available to subscribers] located at the edge of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in Cimarron, New Mexico. The [Contact info available to subscribers] is a historic 1912 adobe villa situated on 225 acres in a stunning, remote setting adjacent to Philmont Scout Ranch. Listed on New Mexico Registry of Cultural Properties and National Register of Historic Places. This professionally operated Inn has hosted guests for over 30 years, and has a long-established clientele and excellent reviews from our guests. This is a hands-on position and includes the typical tasks of reservations, guest services, shopping, cooking, housekeeping, laundry, light maintenance, etc. Housekeepers take care of most room cleaning, but some housekeeping by the Innkeeper will be necessary. Applicants must be self-motivated, well-organized, detail oriented, personable and professional. Direct Innkeeping experience, excellent references, and background check required. On-site suite and utilities are provided in addition to salary. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

house sitter NEEDED from January 16, 22, 2023 for two dogs, and one cat. Must be alright with off-grid winter life, and a semi-rural, remote location (21 minutes to Rio Rancho, New Mexico). We’ve been building an off-grid house and haven’t taken a break in two years. I recently surprised my husband with a trip and now we need someone to watch our animals and our one acre. Stay in your own rig on site or in our tiny house. We cannot pay, but we will leave plenty of food and firewood for you for the days we are gone. This can turn into a work exchange/living situation if you want to help us cob our house! You can check us out on Instagram [Contact info available to subscribers] Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]. We’d be forever grateful!

ADVANCED CAREGIVER NEEDED for a young lady in Taos with progressive MS. The applicant should be compassionate, mindful, patient, flexible, and physically strong. Experience with neurological illness preferred. Some travel, knowledge of holistic care, cooking food as medicine, outings with disability devices on nature trails. Reading literature and light computer projects. Pay is $22 an hour with travel reimbursement. References and resume, please. For more information, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

TRAIL GUIDE/RANCH MANAGER/CARETAKER NEEDED at [Contact info available to subscribers] located in beautiful Montauk on Long Island, NY. We are looking for a capable trail guide and caretaker of our 50 horses. We do trail rides through gorgeous trails and onto the breathtaking beach. This is an opportunity to make money on a horse in an incredible setting. This is a year round position. Housing will be available. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

house sitter NEEDED. I need someone to stay in my Brooklyn condo with my cat starting right after Christmas through January 31, 2023. The condo is quite large, over 1,900 square feet. There are three bedrooms; the master bedroom has a large bath on the main floor. Two other nice bedrooms are upstairs with a full bath. I have hardwood floors on the first level. I live just steps away from the subway and there is easy access to shopping right down my street. You can live here rent-free, I will take care of all the utility bills, but I cannot afford to offer any compensation. If you are an interested cat-lover, please email me a message on why you would be interested in staying here and taking care of my cat while I’m gone, along with your references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SEEKING A FULL-TIME, YEAR-ROUND, Property Caretaker at a private residence that includes 700 acres of leased out farm land and rental homes in Millerton, NY. The individual must be hands-on, healthy, and naturally service-oriented with a positive work ethic. The job includes a full-time grounds keeping assistant, two bedroom cottage, medical coverage, and a competitive salary. Duties include performing light-duty construction and repairs on properties and equipment; oversee and coordinate with outside contractors as required; be available 24/7 for emergencies and snow removal; grounds and landscaping maintenance, including watering, pruning, weeding, and trimming as needed; car washing, fueling, keeping registrations current; and keep utility vehicles in working order; manage garbage/trash/debris collection at the home property; assist with keeping all tools and equipment in good repair, fueled, and properly stored; maintaining systems, troubleshooting appliances; sweep and clean walks/porches; water the gardens; mow lawns; collect leaves; snow removal; and generally assist in keeping outside premises in an orderly, clean condition; operate and maintain tractors, mowers, chainsaws, and other power tools; pruning and removing trees and shrubs; maintain and repair irrigation, water features, swimming pool, plumbing, and some electrical systems; assess repairs as needed at rental properties and contact required tradespeople as required; meet with and assist contractors for scheduled home maintenance/repairs. The schedule is full-time, year-round with half-day Saturday support. Vacation time to be arranged. A competitive salary is offered, along with live-in accommodations available in a modern two bedroom/two bathroom cottage with central air, located within the property. Utilities included. Health benefits available. The property caretaker requirements include a minimum of three-year experience in property caretaking, being highly organized with effective time management skills, being in strong physical health and able to lift 50 pounds easily, having a keen attention to detail, and basic carpentry skills. Must be proactive in communication and have a valid driver’s license and be authorized to work without restriction in the U.S., and pass a background check. Please apply with your resume or a detailed history of your related job experience to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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

New Zealand

HELP NEEDED. Our bush block on the western coast of the Coromandel Peninsula occupies a completely secluded valley surrounded by regenerating forest with beautiful views, bush walks and a lovely stream. The only sounds are from birds, the sea and the stream. A five minutes’ drive from here is a great cafe, a safe swimming beach is five minutes’ walk, all the hiking trails and attractions of the Coromandel Peninsula is one hour to 90 minutes’ drive from here and Thames Township with cafes and shops is 20 minutes away. On the property there are always plenty of things needing attention and help is very much appreciated. There are invasive weeds to remove, vegetable and flower gardens to tend, and pines to fell and cut for firewood. There’s building maintenance and cleaning, tracks to clear and fruit trees to tend. These tasks don’t need previous experience, just energy and willingness after initial direction. Any previous building experience and skill would be very welcome as would the ability to use a chainsaw, log splitter or a scrub-bar (weedeater). This would suit a single person, a couple or two friends – keen to help for a few days while exploring the Coromandel on leisure days. There are two spare bedrooms and a bathroom available for helpers, one bedroom with a double bed. This is a strictly vegetarian household, (the egg, meat, fish and chicken free version of vegetarian) and vegans are also welcome and provided for. If you’re in the area and would like to learn more, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]. I look forward to hearing from you.

North Carolina

LIVE IN OUR GUEST COTTAGE overlooking a bold mountain creek. Our nine acre home site is within a conservation community with trails and waterfalls. This Western North Carolina location is a rural, gated community east of Asheville and Black Mountain. I-40, at the Old Fort exit, is 11 miles away. Lake Lure and the Blue Ridge Parkway are 15 to 40 minutes. We’re an active retired couple looking for a settled middle-aged person, minimum age 60, to help us gain freedom of movement knowing our pets and property are being cared for when we are away for a day or a few weeks. Our location has been popular with artists and outdoor lovers who enjoy walking/hiking/gardening. In exchange for our cottage/utilities/laundry are pet care as needed, and about 18 hours per week that will include landscape maintenance/handyman skills at the cottage and house, light gardening, occasional light housekeeping or errands. Flexible scheduling except when pet care is needed. Extra income is available depending on the level of skills. This offering is for an undetermined period. Can be short-term (months) to a couple of years. No children, outside pets or live-ins. The caretaker will need to stay in the main house when we are away for periods to properly take care of our pets. We have three elderly cats and one 17-year-old Jack Russell mix. Our pets are settled/good natured. The starting date will be after mid-November 2022. We offer rent free and expense-free living in our two bedroom, 1½ bath cottage, located 300 ft. from the main house. The cottage has its own garden plot, porch, and patio. Internet is provided. No landline. We will try and match your skills and experience level to our needs. Applicants must have a basic independent income and not be solely financially dependent on our arrangement. Details of your past work experiences needed. References checked. Proof of minimum income required, i.e. Social Security/pension/other. Non-smokers. No drugs. Able-bodied in good health. Reliable transportation. No offsite work. No drama. We’re not looking for a manager or executive type. No staff here to supervise. Written resume and photos required. An initial Zoom or FaceTime meeting plus an in-person meeting is required before commitment. Inquires must be within reasonable proximity to North Carolina if you’re considering relocating here. Please respond to [Contact info available to subscribers]

ENJOY HIKING, BIKING, AND LAKE LIFE in a drama-free, stress-free setting! Live at a beautiful family-owned Resort at the base of the Smoky Mountains. We are in search of a property caretaker/couple to live on-site and join our community. Must have handyman skills and be available on-call for general property maintenance and last-minute repairs. About 25 paid hours per week (more hours available when needed and rate to be determined). Responsibilities include general maintenance, upkeep and beautification of the property. If you are a “jack of all trades” then we want to hear from you! Please email your bio to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Norway

WANT TO HELP BUILD A COMMUNITY? Love the sea? After finishing the building of our boat and our first sea-trial trip, we are presently based on an organic apple farm 40 minutes south of Oslo, where we are focusing on beekeeping as we intend to build up on honey production and queen-breeding this summer. We are a community-based project born over 10 years ago. Involving people from all over the globe, we hope to eventually form a community present both on land and at sea, that will cooperate with eco-villages, sharing the bliss of sustainable living and traveling through organic farming and sailing – connecting places and people across the oceans. If you have any knowledge or interest in permaculture, self-sufficiency, alternative living, etc., don’t hesitate to contact us and share your ideas. Our hopes are for the farm to flourish into a place where food, thoughts, plans, adventures, and – of course – boats, can grow! Please send an email to [Contact info available to subscribers] explaining why you would be interested in our community and include “Sea Gypsy Application” in the Subject Line: so we know you have been reading this. Love from Sailing the Farm, a sea gypsy tribe of tomorrow!

Ohio

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

Oregon

HELLO! I am semi-retired and living in one of the most beautiful places in the Northwest. The Applegate Valley in Southern Oregon on three acres, and on the Applegate River, in Jacksonville. I have an RV site on the river which has power (30 amp.), great Wi-Fi, and freshwater. I will have the holding tanks pumped as needed and will provide a 100 gallon propane tank with fuel at your pad. If you do not have an RV I would be open to buying one! This is being offered as a long-term/full-time stay. The ideal candidate would be a single person with an RV in good condition, who would like to live rent free with all utilities paid, in trade for animal feeding and grounds supervision. Responsibilities would be caring for three sheep and two sheepdogs, feeding once a day and keeping water feeders and bowls clean in the mornings. Walking the fence-line for holes and keeping an eye on the irrigation system during Spring and Summer, and notify the owner if repairs are needed. If you enjoy gardening, there is space here to create raised boxes, or an in-ground garden, and there is endless water here from the river during the hotter months. Several fruit trees are on the property and wild blackberries in late summer. Fishing for Steelhead, Salmon and Trout is seasonal and requires a permit. While I am away, you would have access to the heated saltwater pool and the rest of the grounds. I’d also ask you to mow the two acres of grass using my Kubota ride-on tractor, once a week or less, and some lite weed eating. While I am on the property, just animal feeding/watering in the mornings and evenings would be needed. Big Plus if you enjoy yard work and can perform simple repairs on the property, and I would pay for harder extra work, but this would be on rare occasions, unless you would like to work, in which case it could be more often. All other free time is yours, so if you have other work or activities in the area, you will only need to check waters in the morning and be back in the evenings to feed and water animals. I prefer no other guests on the property, and the caretaker should be drug free and pretty much keep to themselves. Enjoy river kayaking at your doorstep, endless hiking and biking in the area, also great wineries, and mountain lakes are in the area. Medford is just 30 minutes away and the beautiful town of Jacksonville is 15 minutes away. If you need transportation, I have a clean little Tacoma you can use periodically for market runs and necessary local travel. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking to hire a Cook/Caretaker at our remote Lodge. We are located 85 miles up the Snake River on the Oregon side. You will be paid well for your culinary expertise, plus tips and room and board. Transportation is provided to and from Heller Bar or Pittsburg Landing. This position is open now and ends in March, unless you want to stay on permanently. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: preparing basic meals for a large crew of guests, laundry, basic housekeeping, keeping the bunkhouses clean and neat. You must be able to drive a 4×4 utility vehicle and pass a drug test. Housing provided and salary to be determined. To learn more please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] and then email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

LIVE IN POSITION AVAILABLE in Grants Pass, Oregon for a Horse Enthusiast/Rider/Trainer. Settle in for the Winter months and be relieved of housing expenses in exchange for gentle dedicated care and guidance with our four-year-old Gelding. Our private estate, surrounded by a diverse landscape of pastures, trees and mountain side views, has abundant wildlife that adds to the natural beauty. Additional salary available for assistance with maintaining forest trails and gathering firewood. A knowledgeable, patient and confident individual with a genuine love for horses is who we are looking for to bond with and keep our Boy moving and learning. He is incredibly intelligent, affectionate and excels with groundwork and has been ridden. Absolutely no cigarette, drug or excessive alcohol use. A background check and references are required. Accommodations available for one person only. A small pet is considered. To inquire and know more, please send an introduction or resume and availability along with a contact number for a phone interview to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you kindly.

Scotland

HELP NEEDED. A one bedroom, self-contained annex in rural Perthshire is available to the right person/couple, within walking distance of the village, shops, bus stop and post office, is offered for occasional dog walking, dog and house sitting, odd jobs in the house and garden and emergency contact. Must have recent references and DBS checked. Please apply by writing to [Contact info available to subscribers].

Sri Lanka

HOMESTAY AVAILABLE in Mahagama Minuwangoda, Sri Lanka. I am an English teacher and my wife is also a teacher. We have a 16-year-old daughter only. We live in a very beautiful village surrounded by paddy fields, about 10 kilometers away from the international airport. A famous shrine is near our house, and thousands of people gather there. We would like a lady, ladies or a couple, a couple with a daughter can be considered as we have a daughter. A room and food are provided free, No alcohol is allowed. All are welcome but students and educated persons are preferred. Not much help is expected. Helping in the garden for an hour is enough. We welcome you as a friend or a family member not as a helper. We like this experience, spending time with a foreigner talking about our cultures. If you’re in Sri Lanka, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

Texas

SEEKING AN ONSITE CARETAKER for our manufactured housing community in Kingsland, TX, located one hour west of Austin. This position includes part-time work at $30 per hour and subsidized rent in one of the community’s homes. Twin Rivers is nice, clean and quiet and centrally located in Kingsland. We are a semi-retired couple and have owned and managed Twin Rivers for a decade. There are 30 homes in the community, fifteen are owner occupied and the rest are rentals. We have low turnover and many long-term residents. We have worked hard to create an affordable housing solution for Kingsland that offers folks a nice safe place to call home. We are seeking caretaker(s) who can provide handy-person services, lawn/landscaping services and oversee contractors (plumbers, air-conditioner repairmen, etc.). The base caretaker position is not full-time – some weeks will require more hours than others. “Mowing Season” during the summer will represent a significant amount of work. As we “turn over” rental homes, we are selling them and shifting to a home owner community. Preparing the homes for sale will provide significantly more work if the caretaker performs remodeling tasks. We are offering significantly discounted rent of $600/month on a three bedroom/two bathroom single wide home. The home has an extra-large front yard providing room for an additional storage shed. Kingsland is a small town located in the Texas Hill Country on Lake LBJ. Kingsland and the Highland Lakes area are known for great boating, fishing, and hiking. Twin Rivers is just down the street from banks, a pharmacy, HEB, a coffee shop, the post office and restaurants. There are only about 6,000 residents in Kingsland, so there is no traffic and yet nearby towns like Marble Falls provide plentiful shopping and health care options. We are looking for a contentious customer oriented individual or couple who share our values and work ethic. References and background check required. We are proud of Twin Rivers and the reputation we have built and the right caretaker will be able to take pride in their contributions as well. We will allow one small dog or cat. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SEMI-ABSENTEE OWNERS are looking for a full-time ranch caretaker/maintenance person in Lipscomb, Texas. The caretaker will be responsible for all jobs that might arise on a ranch/farm. There will be heavy emphasis on fence/corral construction, maintenance, lawn and groundskeeping, livestock care and transportation, and farming. Housing Offered, and the salary will be determined. To apply, please snail-mail your resume with references to [Contact info available to subscribers].

A RANCH MANAGER is needed at a 10,000 acre hunting ranch in Hudspeth County, Texas. We are looking for a person that wants to work hard, play hard, and enjoy life. We help people reach their goals and want to work with someone to enhance all of our lives. If you want to work in one of the prettiest places, have fun, work hard, and develop this ranch into a premier hunting ranch, then this is for you. You must be self-motivated and able to identify what needs to be done. This is a great opportunity for the right person. Diamond Eagle Ranch is more than 10,000 acres located on the northwestern slope of the rugged Eagle Mountain Range in Sierra Blanca, TX. A new two bedroom RV is available to live at the ranch part or full time. A company truck will be available for those with a clean driving record. The work schedule is Monday, Friday, 8 – 5, but may differ when the workload requires. Vacation time is liberal depending on demands, but no less than two weeks per year. The salary range is $70,000 – $100,000, depending on experience and skills. You must be well organized with strong communication skills. Please email resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SEEKING A COUPLE without kids at home, to live on and take care of a beautiful, well-established South Texas ranch. This is not a cowboy job! The husband needs to be able to take care of all ranch duties, etc. The wife will be needed on a less frequent basis, to take care of all houses on the ranch, and also handle cooking when the absentee owner and guests are on the premises, etc. A nice apartment and utilities will be provided. Salary will depend on experience. Must be able to pass a felony background check. To apply, please forward your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

OVERSEER COUPLE NEEDED in East Texas in Van Zandt County. We’re seeking a Christian retired or empty-nest couple (no children) to oversee a 200 acre ranch in Grand Saline. We prefer a couple where one spouse would be on the property most of the time (we do have a large workshop if one is self-employed). Cattle/horse experience preferred but not required to check on cows and horses, no difficult work. Any ranch “work” (including mowing and cleaning houses) would be contracted out. A lovely three bedroom house is provided in exchange for light responsibilities: greet guests, show guests the ropes if unfamiliar with the property, check on and report any issues in the property houses, boats, etc. to the owner, inventory supply needs, check houses after guests leave, etc., mostly there for a presence on the property. Should the couple own cattle and wish to utilize pasture land, this can be a point of discussion. How much rent is lowered/eliminated depends on how much responsibility is taken on. If the couple comes with particular ranch skills (i.e. carpentry, landscaping, etc.), payment beyond waived rent could be discussed on an as needed basis. The job is not complicated, but it would require someone honest with a solid moral character backed up with strong references. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

HANDS-ON RANCH MANAGER NEEDED near Whitesboro, Texas on Lake Texoma. An experienced, hands-on ranch manager is needed for approximately 2,500 acres under high fence. [Contact info available to subscribers] has a large Managed Lands Deer Program guided by a wildlife biologist. The ranch has a migratory waterfowl program, including the planting of corn and millet. The ranch has a cattle operation, and also has hay fields. You must be hospitable, trustworthy, be self-motivated and able to work independently. You must be able to operate, and maintain heavy equipment, (all heavy equipment has been replaced with new equipment in the last two years). Maintain ranch infrastructures such as fences, ponds, roads, corrals, water systems, housing, deer blinds, and buildings including, repair, and maintenance, lawn mowing, brush cutting, weed eating, vehicle cleaning, ranch equipment, vehicles, and facilities. Simple welding required, along with planning and overseeing ranch projects. Must have a valid driver’s license in good standing, the ability to be an approved driver for the company and to safely operate vehicles. Must be willing to undergo and pass a background check and drug screen. A competitive compensation package is offered, and will depend on experience. Paid vacation included. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

FULL-TIME RANCH CARETAKERS NEEDED. Ranch experience required. Seeking an honest and reliable couple for caretakers of winter hunting and year round upkeep of our ranch located north of Eagle Pass, TX. Duties to include watering routes, feed wildlife/cattle, fill corn/protein feeders, maintain fences, tractor work (small and large equipment) and maintenance detailed by ranch guidelines and instructions. Experience with heavy machinery needed. Housekeeping, yard work and weekend assistance with cooking and cleaning. A background check is required. Personal reliable transportation required for off ranch trips and supplies runs (paid mileage). Includes a partially furnished mobile home. The ranch is located 15 miles from Eagle Pass and an additional seven miles from Highway 57. Reports of weekly activities to be issued by email, therefore, some basic computer skills are necessary. Compensation will be $3,400 per month, depending on your experience level. Please text [Contact info available to subscribers].

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

COUNTRY ACCENTS BUILDINGS CONSULTANT opportunity available. Country Accents Buildings is the #1 United Portable Buildings dealer in the U.S., manufactured in Texas by Texans. If you are personable and enjoy helping customers find the right fit for their needs, we would love for you to join our winning team. • Walk-in customers and existing customers • 4-acre sales lot with great highway frontage • 20+ model buildings on site • Comprehensive paid training provided What we feel would help make you successful: • Prior Sales Experience • Basic computer operation skills, email, data entry, social media marketing • Willingness to learn our competitive product lines • Basic construction knowledge • Attention to detail • Non-smokers a plus Country Accents Buildings is part of a 30-year destination property in the Texas Hill Country, located between San Antonio and Bandera, Texas. We also offer relocation to our private RV space on site with RV hookups for the right candidate. Please email us your work experience and why you feel would be a good fit on our team to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

AN AWARD-WINNING South Central Vermont Country Inn has an opening for an Innkeeper couple or highly motivated individual. Must be guest-oriented, hands-on, and energetic, with an ability to direct a small staff. [Contact info available to subscribers], located in Mendon halfway between Rutland and Killington, provides a daily country breakfast and afternoon tea. Applicants must have an understanding of QuickBooks and hospitality PMS systems. Serv-Safe credentials a plus. The Inn hosts several weddings a year as well as retreats and corporate functions. Very family-friendly with lots of repeat business and high guest reviews. Very busy fall and winter seasons with a growing summer business as well. Negotiable salary, paid vacation, and a three-bedroom Innkeeper’s apartment on-site. For further details, please contact the owners with your resume by sending it to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CHITTENDEN, VT HOMEOWNERS seek a single professional to housesit from January 1 – April 1, 2023. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a seasonal home for 53 years and we welcome a legit house sitter to help us maintain the home through the winter. Internet ready, 38 acres, four baths, sleeps 12, barns and car garage, et al, available for you. Hiking on land, snowshoeing and access to the Killington/Pico ski resorts. Must have a suitable 4-wheel vehicle to access our driveway. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for more info. Peace/thanks.

Washington

FULL-TIME CARETAKER/HOUSEKEEPER COUPLE NEEDED at a horse property in Camas, Washington. It’s a 20 minute drive to Camas shopping, and a 30 minute drive to Portland, OR/Vancouver, WA. This is a long-term position on a 15 acre private horse property. The caretaker couple accommodations include a new, upscale fully furnished three bedroom, 2,400 sq. ft. home with en-suite main bath, walk-in closet, large kitchen/dining/family room. The second full bath serves two small bedrooms and the remaining accommodations. It’s air conditioned, and has a wood stove. All utilities, high speed internet, etc. are included. The job is five to seven days a week, and the hours vary. You will be in charge of the feeding and care of two Friesian horses, chickens and indoor pets as well as the facilities and grounds. We maintain our property to the highest standard and expect the same from you. Must be able to lift 50+ lbs. Must have riding experience, English or western. Must have basic knowledge of horse health and care. Exercising horses, daily mucking of pastures and stalls, maintaining and fixing fencing, groundskeeping, operating the snow plow and blower, tractor, power tools, construction equipment, ATV, shovel snow, machinery maintenance, confidently pulling horse trailers, loading hay bales, and administering medication. Must have extensive knowledge of plants and gardening. This is a hard job but also has lots of flexibility, free time and perks. The salary is based on experience and skills. Vacation pay and cash bonuses available after six months of satisfactory performance. A health stipend will be provided after one year of employment. Must be good with and love animals, have common sense and be a problem solver. Must be able to handle the entire property for weeks at a time when the owners are away. Access to property vehicles is included. We are an easy going, fun family looking for a couple who wants to be part of our “team”. We will only respond to applicants who fit our requirements. Must be willing to relocate and commit long term. We will be doing background checks and checking references thoroughly. Video/phone interviews and in-person visit a must. To apply, please email your resume(s) to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SHORT TERM HELP NEEDED for 8-12 weeks in the Winter 2023. Care for my cat and home on 85 acres outside of Okanogan. Off-grid solar modern home suitable for a couple or single person. For more details, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

West Virginia

SEEKING A LIVE-ON FARM MANAGER – INNKEEPER in Charles Town, WV. This is a work exchange situation for room and board on an 18th century intact stone farmhouse with animals and an occasional wedding, farm stay guest or group rental. You must love animals. This is a farm caretaker/manager position with profit sharing opportunities (about $10,000 annually). We also put in a 1/4 acre garden that is separate from the above and pays 50% of produce sales. More financial opportunities are available to internet savvy applicants. Requirements include housekeeping skills, basic handyman skills, a way with animals, trustworthy and mannered hosting ability. You can learn more at [Contact info available to subscribers] Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers].

Wisconsin

NEED A CARETAKER/SMALL FAMILY for this Winter, starting 12/1/22. Pets are fine. I have a 1,200 sq. ft. single level lake home in the woods, with two bedrooms and one bathroom. It’s located about 15 miles from the Spooner area on about five acres. No rent – only pay utilities. Looking to see if there is anyone interested in this type arrangement to help out a “Snowbird” who does not want to shut-down or winterize. If interested, please email [Contact info available to subscribers] and explain why you think you would be a good fit to caretake my home this Winter. Thanks.

Situations-wanted Ads

MATURE COUPLE with administrative background seeks a part-time long-term VOLUNTEER position in SOUTHERN California in exchange for an RV site with full hook ups. Experience: work camping, camp hosting, grounds maintenance, guest relations, pet care, computer applications, retail, small repairs, light housekeeping tasks. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Seeking a caretaker position in a home or any other type of residential unit in the Horseshoe Bay, TX and/or Marble Falls, TX areas. I would be occupying this unit solo with sporadic short term visits from my husband. I am a licensed realtor with Keller Williams Realty planning to work in the general area. I come with no bad vices or pets. Willing to assist with light general upkeep of property. Looking to move in mid-January 2023. Please text or email me at: [Contact info available to subscribers]

I have approximately 13 years’ experience caretaking several properties in Big Sur and the Monterey Bay Area serving in different capacities involving property management dealing with different contractors as well as hands on work with brush/fire clearance, trail maintenance, water system maintenance, irrigation, etc. as well as providing onsite security. Also have extensive experience in the field of manual/exercise therapy and general health practice. Experienced caretaker of a 48 acre property in Big Sur, California, looking for a new caretaking opportunity. Bilingual (Spanish) professional male, formerly with the Coast Guard, C.E.R.T. (Community Emergency Response Team) member, and experienced business and property manager seeking a property management position with onsite living quarters. Have the ability to oversee planning and execution of major construction and routine maintenance projects, including obtaining qualified bids for more extensive repairs and working with a network of contractors, plumbers, electricians, tree trimming and removal, etc. Experience providing onsite security and presence, working with the property owner on a budget and accounting for ongoing routine expenses, as well as larger scale projects. Skills as a general handyman, painter, gardener, installation and repair of irrigation systems, foundation stabilization, soil erosion control, home water systems, insulation removal and replacement, tree and brush clearing, spa upkeep, and operating and maintenance of equipment and tools. I also have extensive training in the field of manual/exercise therapy and general health with almost 30 year’s training and experience. Seeking a long-term position with onsite housing in the Monterey Bay Area. Professional and personal references provided upon request. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]. Thank you.

Washington State + warmer waters: You have an island or waterfront property with a boat (or boats) in Puget Sound, and you travel to warmer climes in the winter. You are seeking a multi-talented caretaker/personal assistant/manager who understands boats, has a captain’s license, and ALSO knows how to take care of a household. Maybe you have kids and pets too. Especially water loving kids and pets. Maybe they homeschool. Maybe you all travel a lot. Maybe you want to write your memoirs with a ghostwriter. I can help with all of the above and more. You are looking for an eclectic, intelligent, well-traveled, experienced woman who is not only a boat captain but is also a published author, a former economist, grew up abroad, has traveled extensively, AND is a former homeschool mom and youth sports coach, with a can-do/will-do attitude. That’s me. My goal is to live in Washington State from Spring to Fall, coupled with time in the Sea of Cortez or other warm water sailing climes in the winters. I have a master’s degree in management as well as a USCG captain’s license. I have taught sailing and boat management. I have bought and sold boats. Have also taught kids of all ages, all subjects. And I have run several non-profits and am an accomplished grant writer and ghostwriter. I am also a former economist and published author. I am a renaissance woman looking to start my next chapter, after having spent the last decade living aboard and sailing my own boat in California and teaching sailing, while simultaneously holding down a remote job in DC at a think tank, writing about economic policy. (Why Washington? My two adult kids live there and I would like to be closer to them for part of the year. Also I am intrigued by the Puget Sound/Inland Passage and possibly Alaska). I am available for interviews immediately and will consider Washington State March – October, or warmer climes in the winter, or all of the above. Let’s talk! Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Forty-something Canadian woman looking for house sitting opportunities in 2023 while on sabbatical. Healthy, non-smoker, active, responsible, and reliable. Available for multiple weeks or months from April – August, November – December. Not a handywoman! Light maintenance duties preferred. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Seeking a long-term live-in caretaking position within reasonable driving distance to Southeastern Aurora/Centennial, Colorado. I’m a single mom of a 15-year-old boy. Homeowner in Oklahoma. Christian. 1st grade teacher, writer, Masters Degree in Communications. Personable with excellent interpersonal skills. My background and personality are especially suited for caretaking: long history of remodeling houses, landscaping/establishing yards, gardening, unique plant and flower container designs, cooking, and three years dog sitting experience. Raised around horses and cattle and comfortable operating farm equipment – handy with DIY projects. Have several years’ experience in upscale garden centers and courses in horticultural therapy. Dependable, trustworthy, conscientious, lifetime learner, teachable and willing to take on new tasks and positions. My son is also dependable, a good worker and willing to help. Non-smokers, drug-free, drama-free, healthy and strong. Seeking a quiet, safe place for me and my son, one dog, and one cat reasonably close to my son’s school, two adult daughters and a 22-month-old granddaughter. Private housing needed, additional income negotiable. Resume and excellent references available, currently Colorado teaching licensed, vetted and background checked through the CDE. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Property Caretakers available for SAN JUAN and SKAGIT and WHATCOM COUNTIES in Northwest Washington State. We are in our 60’s and we are experienced, dependable and trustworthy to house-sit, farm-sit, and pet-sit. We have backgrounds in security, farming, property management, building maintenance, housekeeping and animal care. Available year-round. Please email for more information and price tag. [Contact info available to subscribers]

Honest, reliable and mature house sitter/petsitter available from mid-December through the first week of March. Longer stays preferable. Available in southern states from Florida to southern Arizona. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]. Thanks so much and I look forward to connecting with you soon.

Seeking a long-term live-in caretaking position within a short driving distance to Mount Shasta/Weed, California. Seeking a space/housesit situation of work/chores in exchange with overhead snow protection, for a Class A 24 ft. RV through the Winter/Spring, and potentially beyond. Needs: Electrical 110V/30 amp connection; access to an outhouse or better facility and sink; can afford $150/month for utilities (I’m on a fixed Social Security income). I’m a 62-year-old, semi-retired man, looking for a ‘good fit’ situation in exchange for animals to feed and care for. Love medium – large/ huge dogs (raised with four German Shepherds, love/respect horses, and I’m comfortable with Ostriches). My character is dependably consistent, proactive, upright and steady. I would prefer space for my personal training workouts, I am a certified Ropes Coach (have all my own equipment). My background and personality are especially suited for caretaking, since I have a history of remodeling apartments in the New York City area, landscaping, tree work/accurate sawyer and food gardening. I have been an educator since 1976, and currently working on editing a book I’m writing on training effective ‘Individual State Management’ for greater personal ‘Widening Optionality’. I’m dependable, trustworthy, conscientious, lifetime learner, teachable and willing to take on new tasks and positions. Non-smoker, drug-free, drama-free, self-directed with a strong work ethic. I am available for and interested in interviewing now. Please email Aaron at [Contact info available to subscribers] for more info, a resume and references or call me at [Contact info available to subscribers]. Thanks for your interest. I look forward to talking with you.

Seeking long-term or short-term house sitting in Northern New Mexico or Southern Colorado. Light property maintenance, garden/farm/animal care, and a low-impact security presence. I have experience with organic/biodynamics, orchards, food preservation, and farm animals. Dependable, common sense, honest, reliable communication. Will provide references. I own my own LLC working remotely with people with disabilities. I have a labradoodle who is comfortable around people and animals. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Looking for a house sitting gig for six months or longer. A single house, townhouse, or condo in the Naples, Florida area, or north or east Naples would be ideal. I have great references and am currently working at a movie theatre full-time. For more information, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Long-time caretaker seeking a rental-for-services situation in the Chesapeake region. Skilled tradesman, mechanic and groundskeeper, with equine experience. Former marina manager, lifelong sailor. Looking for a comfortable place to live in exchange for part-time work. I have a stable monthly income and I don’t drink, use tobacco or other substances. No pets, dependents, or drama. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for discussion, resume and references.

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