The Caretaker Gazette July / August 2021

Alabama

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

Alaska

A PAIR OF ENERGETIC SENIORS is looking for volunteers to help on our homestead. Room for a couple, or two singles. No pets, smokers, drinkers. We have a lot of projects and enjoy keeping busy and gettin’ er done! Volunteers needed now through September. You could even stay through the winter! Shared sleeping room, bathroom and kitchen in downstairs area. Wi-Fi. Possible use of a vehicle, or bring your own. We share dry food staples and freezer food. Garden space available. We also harvest wild veggies in the spring, catch salmon in August, pick berries and mushrooms in the fall, harvest an apple orchard in September – October. If you want to see the real Alaska and live the homestead lifestyle, have good energy, are willing to learn new things, enjoy work, you will be a good fit! Experience with chainsaw, yard mowers, and shop tools are helpful. Skills such as rock masonry, carpentry, orchard pruning a plus! Please contact us for details by emailing [Contact info available to subscribers].

FULL-TIME CARETAKER and Hostel Host needed in Girdwood, located one mile from the Alyeska Resort, Alaska’s largest year round resort. Girdwood is a small Alaskan mountain town that sits amongst lush forest and is surrounded by the peaks of the Chugach Mountain Range. We are in need of a live-in caretaker to clean and assist with guest check in. Hourly starting wage is $15. Work 20 to 40 hours per week depending on season (summer is the busiest). We offer housing on exchange or by rent. Must be a non-smoker, non-partier, well organized, outgoing, very neat, personable and flexible. Responsibilities include housekeeping, guest check in, reservations, guest communication, and light property maintenance. Must be computer savvy and a quick learner. The position is open now for the summer season, with an option to continue through winter (preferred). To apply, please mail your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Arizona

PART-TIME CARETAKER/HANDY person needed to help on a small flower farm in Rimrock, AZ in exchange for an RV spot. Amenities include: Wi-Fi, laundry, electricity, garbage, septic and water, composting toilet and outdoor shower. Must have your own RV/trailer (less than 24 feet). Looking for a quiet, self-motivated person who wants to contribute to our vision of beauty, resilience and vitality and enjoy this desert oasis. Clean, healthy living preferred. Skills needed: plumbing/irrigation, building, carpentry and occasional grounds and farm work. Three month minimum commitment. We only have parking for one vehicle. Your dog will be considered. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

[Contact info available to subscribers] is a family owned horse boarding facility in Flagstaff, Arizona. We need a married working couple (preferably non-smoking) for a full-time on-site manager position. The stable experiences all four seasons at 7,300′ elevation, averages 30 horses year-round, up to 75 during the summer months and space for 40 overnight equine motel guests. Manager responsibilities: all aspects of daily operations, caring for and handling horses (experience required), general mechanical maintenance skills, quality handyman (minor carpentry, plumbing, welding, electrical), excellent customer service skills, service-minded (positive attitude/no drama), and office skills (basic bookkeeping, employee supervision capabilities). On-site one bedroom apartment provided with fully paid utilities in addition to negotiated pay. Our existing managers are retiring after training new managers in order to facilitate a seamless transition. Looking to fill this position immediately! Please send your resume/credentials to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED at a small off-grid ranch near Prescott, Arizona. Responsibilities will include feeding and cleaning numerous mules and a few horses, chickens and goats and dogs. Duties should take three to four hours/day. We are located nine miles outside of Prescott and two miles from the nearest neighbor. Some solar experience would be helpful. A large fifth wheel with deck supplied, along with a salary of $2,000/month. To apply, please forward your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

FULL-TIME RV families, retired teachers, ranchers or laborers needed – give back to youth/families through Covid-19 safe residential camping programs; sustainable agriculture, science, nature and outdoor education, horsemanship, horticultural, animal assisted therapies. [Contact info available to subscribers], a 5,000 acre ranch turned camp, located in the foothills of the Bradshaw Mountains, an hour north of Phoenix – serves schools and opportunity youth. Camp Tontozona, nestled in Tonto National Forest near Payson, hiking trails, athletic fields – serves ASU athletes, student groups, clubs, various ASU colleges and departments. We provide an RV site, full hook-ups, for 40 hours per week, per couple. A wide variety of tasks requiring a wide variety of skills including construction, cleaning, maintenance, plumbing, well pumps, agriculture, customer service, and teaching. Background checks required. One to three month commitment please, longer if it works for everyone. Please send resumes, and your cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER(S) NEEDED from late August – October for an off grid, rustic 40 acre, 100% solar homestead located at 3,100 feet in the southeastern Arizona High Desert with beautiful mountain views of the Coronado National Forest. Hiking, fishing, shopping, birdwatching, boating and Hot Springs nearby. Responsibilities include taking care of three friendly cats and minor plant watering. Own living space preferred or yurt available. Must be handy, responsible and trustworthy. Please email serious inquiries to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Letters to the Editor

After returning from a much needed and long overdue vacation to the Virgin Islands, I realized that Boston was just too harsh of a climate to consider growing old in. I was working as a Pilates instructor, and while I loved it, I was never going to save enough to retire or get out of the renter’s market. My husband was getting up at 5am every day in all seasons to catch a bus and a train to work in a corporate kitchen so we could have health benefits. Compared to five billion people in the world, we were lucky. We had plenty of friends, food and warmth, but we were living in an expensive city just working to pay the rent, not enjoying life to the fullest. I knew there had to be something more for us out there where we could still work hard, but in a friendlier, less stress inducing atmosphere. A friend told me about The Caretaker Gazette and I signed on and began my search. I had several ideas in mind, but the most important: the job needed to take us both, have a salary and benefits and a rent-free apartment. And it had to be somewhere warmer than Boston! I had worked high end housekeeping, food service and floral arranging aboard motor yachts and my husband is a culinary school trained chef. It took eight months for me to find the perfect job that ticked all the boxes for both me and my husband. We answered an advert in The Caretaker Gazette that was listed by an agency/head hunter. I kept it brief: a paragraph for each of us and pictures of my husband’s cooking and a few of us just having fun. The agency responded right away and asked for resumes. We had several phone and Skype interviews with the partners of the agency before we ever met or spoke with the owners of the property. After an initial Skype interview with our current employers, they flew us to California to meet face-to-face and to check out the town. Overjoyed is the best word to describe our feelings at the time. We had a few months before the position started, so we began to sell all of our furniture, say our farewells and plan our adventure. We had to buy a car to get us across the country and away we went. We took three weeks exploring the southwest before we arrived on the West Coast. Our new caretaking position took us to Ojai, California, nestled in a valley about twenty-five minutes from one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world. While the housekeeping and cooking came naturally enough, we were about to be introduced to pump rooms, irrigation systems, pool and spa maintenance, wine making, gardeners, contractors, light carpentry and plumbing and firefighting! (We always hire an electrician…wiring is not a hobby.) It has been an amazing experience for us both. Our rent-free cottage is nestled in a citrus grove, with oranges, lemons, limes, Ojai Pixies – with fig, avocado and loquat trees in the mix. I was able to get beehives and chickens – both long-time dreams of mine. My husband is gardening with gusto and is currently taking back an acre of unused land for additional food growing. There was a defunct greenhouse on the property that I have turned into an orchid oasis. We are in paradise. We work a not-so-traditional forty-hour work week with two days off per week. We take full advantage of them by cruising up and down the California coast. San Diego, LA, Venice Beach, Santa Monica, Santa Cruz, San Francisco, Palm Springs. The list goes on and on and we keep adding destinations to it, always finding time to explore a new beach and do a little snorkeling or napping. We love the location, the town, the town’s people and our employers. We have been here for two and a half years now. And, while we plan on staying here until we retire, I still renew my subscription to The Caretaker Gazette every year. Not only do I want to support Gary and all the wonderful work he is doing, but I find the ads inspiring and I like to see the jobs available to retirees. Thanks so much, Gary, for this wonderful publication and good luck to anyone signing on! It takes time to find the right fit, but it is well worth the effort. Cheers, Monica and Fred, Ojai, California

Arkansas

house sitter WANTED from July 1 through September 1, 2021. We are looking for a mature single, or couple (no children please) who are healthy to live rent-free in a separate guest house located in a prestigious gated community near Little Rock. Living quarters, including utilities, provided in exchange for house sitting when we are away. No pets, no smoking, and the house sitter must have car in good working condition. Our guesthouse is large and modern with full bath, small kitchen, and a new washer and dryer. You will need to collect our mail and ensure that our gardener and pool service come out on a weekly basis. If you feel that this is a good fit for you, please email why this is a good fit and send checkable references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Australia

WE ARE A TROPICAL FRUIT FARM located between Townsville and Ayr in North Queensland. We are in an excellent location. We are totally chemical free and we would love some extra help with daily chores and other things here. We are looking for an active couple to assist with farm duties here. The work would be five hours daily, with a generous allowance. For more information, please phone [Contact info available to subscribers].

ASSISTANT CARETAKER COUPLE needed at a camping and caravan park in Queensland. We are situated in the beautiful Scenic Rim area with many national parks at our doorstep and a river and creek running through our property. We are a camping ground with caravan sites and are busiest on weekends being only two hours from Brisbane. We are looking for a retired or semi-retired couple to come and park their motor home or caravan and work with us. Some of the duties include, but are not limited to: office/reception work, general cleaning, amenities cleaning, yard and general maintenance. Must be fit and non-smoking. Previous experience is not essential. Immediate start. To enquire or apply please contact us on [Contact info available to subscribers].

COOK/GARDENER NEEDED for a Central Queensland cattle property. Must enjoy gardening as it is extensive. The cooking is for four or five employees. You can have your weekends off. For more information, please [Contact info available to subscribers].

HOUSEKEEPERS NEEDED ASAP at the [Contact info available to subscribers], located in Weipa, in Far North Queensland. Duties include: cleaning of rooms and amenities; washing and folding of linens; using cleaning equipment; disposing of waste; reporting any necessary repairs or replace broken items; communicating with reception and management; and any other duties associated with the role. Accommodation available and pay of 26.49/hour. If you are able to start ASAP, please email resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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

COUPLE OR SINGLE PERSON NEEDED to caretake a remote mine north of Meekatharra, Western Australia. Needed ASAP for a few months or longer but the dates are negotiable. This is a paid position and negotiable if people are on a pension. Person(s) would need to know how to use the camp generator, etc. Basic mechanical skills needed. Accommodation provided in a lovely setting. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers].

WANTING A RETIRED BUILDER/CARPENTER COUPLE to help with building a deck onto a tiny house for my elderly farther and bush cabins for future tourism camping on our small cattle property in Mount Perry, Queensland. The property is only 11 kilometers from Mount Perry Township, 67 kilometers from Gin Gin, and 112 kilometers to Bundaberg and is privately hidden with the mountains as the boundaries. This would suit a couple who enjoy the country lifestyle and are keen to gold fossick in the creek beds. We are a hard-working, down-to-earth couple who like our privacy but enjoy gathering with family and friends around our pit fire on social occasions. You must have your own accommodation like a self-contained RV or trailer. Then you can set up with amazing views with water. We are looking at more to a long-term couple who want to settle for a season or so and we are willing to discuss small remuneration for the right applicant. If interested, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

A SMALL FAMILY FARM needs some help. We are offering a free powered camp site or caravan accommodation in exchange for some farm/home help. Some paid work is available for building assistance on home renovations. We are 90 kilometers from the city of Darwin, and close to Litchfield National Park. If you’re in the area, please [Contact info available to subscribers] We look forward to hearing from you.

HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED in the Birdsville, Queensland area. Applications are invited from suitably experienced candidates for the position of Housekeeper for our [Contact info available to subscribers]. We are seeking experienced candidates with the ability to undertake housekeeping, laundry and cleaning tasks efficiently and to a high standard. Applicants who are fit and strong, keen to work, self-starters, and team players and enjoy adventure are encouraged to apply. We require applicants to have a ‘C’ Class Driver’s License and Blue Card (Working with Children). Diamantina Shire Council gives you the chance of a great future and the genuine opportunity to extend your career through training and skill development. This is a full-time maximum term position until October 31, 2021. A competitive remuneration package is offered ($52,821 to $73,673 depending on allowances, bonuses and overtime), including above award wages and six weeks’ annual leave. A comfortable home is available in Birdsville at a subsidized rent. If you believe you have the skills and capabilities to fulfil this position, please submit your application via our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] Please include: a completed application form, a current resume (ensuring contact details are current, and you have nominated at least two referees), a cover letter outlining your reasons for applying and your knowledge of the position, a document addressing each of the selection criteria, and copies of any licenses or tickets required in the Position Description must be included with your resume. Applications will close when the position is filled.

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] for further details.

California

CARETAKER POSITION AVAILABLE for a property in the foothills above Redding, California. This position includes a one bedroom/one bathroom arrangement with kitchenette and patio. This position is available for someone who likes to keep things organized, has integrity, attention to detail, is a self-starter, and follows through on projects. This person is capable in the areas of carpentry, limbing and cutting down trees, operating a tractor, fuel reduction, and grounds keeping. There are renovation, maintenance, repair, and improvement projects. Should be capable of plumbing, electrical, and an awareness of the building permit department a plus but not necessary. Must have references and transportation. No smokers, drinkers, or pets. Part time at first. It will become full time for the right person. Please respond with a description of your current and recent employment, educational background, reference letters, relevant experience, your current family status, special interests, etc., and email to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER COUPLE WANTED for a property in Scotts Valley that has breathtaking views! RV space is available for a non-smoking caretaker couple with their own RV. This is a live/work exchange. There is a flexible schedule for housecleaning and gardener work of seven hours each week, and handyman work of seven hours each week. You must know plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, masonry and computers, and must know how to use and maintain power tools. Laundry, garbage and recycling included. Pets are OK. To apply, please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]. Prefer a caretaker couple with local references.

RANCH CARETAKER NEEDED at 14 acre property (with three horses) in Georgetown, CA. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a full-time, year-round family-run organization whose mission is to provide an animal and nature sanctuary for special events for foster children and families and public farm days. If you are a self-motivated employee who is looking to caretake a property, three horses, dogs and a few cats as your own, this is a job for you! Responsibilities (included but not limited to): caring for animals, horse riding and/basic training/exercising on a regular basis; administering medications to animals, cleaning pens, corrals and living areas; groundskeeping, landscaping, pruning, and gardening; property maintenance, physical and mechanical; fencing installation and upkeep; troubleshooting mechanical issues; knowledge and experience operating tractors; maintaining a clean work and property environment; small engine repairs; use of chainsaw and other power tools; fleet maintenance; runs errands as needed, and assisting in projects and events. Qualifications/Requirements include: 2+ years at a ranch or similar maintenance position; 2+ years working with equines; valid CA driver’s license; must be 18 years or older, non‐smoker and drug-free; ability to clear a background check and pass drug screening; ability to communicate effectively in English (basic level) – orally and in writing; landscaping and knowledge of plant care, irrigation knowledge; excellent mechanical skills; experience mixing and pouring concrete; hands on electrical experience; carpentry knowledge and skills; resourceful and flexible with changes and tasks; able to troubleshoot and resolve problems; ensures safety and creates a cleanly appearance of person and space; must love animals!; have a positive attitude and sense of humor; must be able to work outside in all weather conditions; enjoys working with children; ability to work long hours if needed; self-motivated, easy learner, able to be own boss; organization with duties and has strong time management skills; dependable, hardworking, and honest; willingness to do whatever is needed to be done at the ranch; ability to navigate a computer; and have proficiency in Microsoft Office. Housing offered, along with a salary of $15-$20 per hour. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

RVing CARETAKER WANTED at [Contact info available to subscribers] is located approximately five miles south of Red Bluff on Hwy 99E. Looking for an independent contractor to perform on-site caretaker services in exchange for permission to place and occupy a self-contained recreational vehicle/trailer owned by the contractor in the park. This is an unpaid position, contingent upon passing a fingerprint background check, and requires the contractor to pay for their own utilities. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] for an application and/or information about specific duties and responsibilities required.

ON-SITE RESORT/RANCH MANAGER needed at [Contact info available to subscribers] in Northern California starting in the fall 2021. The property encompasses 3,800 acres of forest with significant stands of old growth redwoods, rolling grasslands, and extensive hiking trails. Leonard Lake has a well-established conservation easement, and is the largest natural lake in Mendocino County. The family owners rent out the six houses on the lake for weddings and vacation guests most of the year with a commitment to sustaining the pristine nature of the property and meeting the requirements of the conservation easement. We are looking for a couple or single individual to maintain this unique and ecologically sensitive property by facilitating meaningful environmental experiences for our nature-loving guests, managing reservations, overseeing maintenance of buildings and vehicles, supervising cleaning staff and a few other employees and independent contractors, managing supplies and establishing budgets in collaboration with family member-managers. Property maintenance includes road clearance, addressing safety and security concerns and general oversight of the whole acreage. Stewardship duties will include applying for and administering grants and implementing fire risk reduction strategies. We are seeking someone with experience with solar panels, independent water supply and waste management systems. Year-round onsite lodging in a one-bedroom apartment with Wi-Fi is provided, as well as health insurance. Salary dependent on experience. Please submit your letter of interest and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER WORK-TRADE SITUATION AVAILABLE close to Junction City. We have 28 acres with about seven acres flat developed land. It’s completely private, surrounded by National Forest and bordering the Trinity Alps Wilderness. There is a seasonal stream. River access is at the bottom of the driveway with pristine summer swimming holes. The elevation is at 2,000′ so we get occasional snow from November to February. This is a truly isolated, magical and challenging wilderness property. Work-trade for 14 hours/week. Caretaker qualifications: *You must have previous experience living in the Pacific Northwest area (preferably in Trinity County) and also previous experience spending lots of time alone in the woods by yourself. * Required skills: carpentry, landscaping and gardening, and chain sawing. * Bonus skills: plumbing, irrigation, dirt-scaping, and operating/servicing power tools and small machinery. * Physically strong and in good health. * Have an income plan. * Have an AWD/4WD car. * Domestic, clean and tidy. * Mature and emotionally intelligent. * Clear headed and grounded. * Self-resourced and able to take responsibility for getting your own needs met. * Comfortable and happy spending lots of time alone in nature. * Have a rock solid nervous system to be able to deal with real life stuff alone in the woods if it comes up (somewhat fearless). * A creative thinker who enjoys the art of land management. * Good common sense! A practical thinker. * A person who enjoys doing things well for their own sake. * Someone who has mostly healed their own past trauma stories (Buddha-hood not required, however sharing remote property in isolation is not a supportive environment to process significant personal trauma or wounds). * Sobriety (no addictive or reliant behaviors). * Responsible, reliable and honest. * Basic healthy communication skills, both expressing and listening. * A self-starter who is confident and comfortable taking initiative and sharing their observations and ideas. * Someone who is also able to receive instructions and work well with others. * And a person who has good self-care routines! * This is not an appropriate situation for a “first time” wilderness experience, or a place to make your first big lifestyle change. Please take head of the above qualifications before writing to us. The caretaker living accommodations are in a furnished beautiful and rustic 24′ square wooden cabin, with big vaulted windows, and a 20′ Pacific Yurt (new in 2016). This is a forest setting, located on a private area of the land. Electricity, hot water, and full kitchen including fridge and a 4-burner cook range with oven. Wood stoves are in both structures. There is an outdoor toilet and shower. No internet or cell phone service available (there is selective internet use at the owner’s residence, and phone service is 15 minutes down the road). Long term preferred. This is not a paid job. Single individuals and couples are both welcome to apply. Please email your resume listing your caretaker qualifications/experience and why you think this situation would be a good fit for you to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks!

California/nevada

A FULL-TIME LIVE-IN CARETAKER/PERSONAL assistant/domestic needed. An individual is preferred, a couple would be considered. This is a full-time salaried position for a person with a minimum of five years’ experience in onsite, household employment and the ability to understand and demonstrate a “Caretaker’s Heart” at all times. The job location is 80% in Lake Tahoe, Nevada and 20% in Los Angeles, California. The employer enjoys a healthy, high energy lifestyle and many various outdoor activities. Applicants should know and enjoy the Northern Nevada, year-round climates, and outdoor lifestyle. Some knowledge of the Los Angeles area would be a plus. Job duties are varied and include: Grounds keeping (some snow removal in winter) with general property/housekeeping maintenance and security monitoring. Handyman skills (a Jack-of-all-trades) is a plus, be in good health with some physical strength. Working knowledge of cars (some classics) and motorcycles. Valid driver’s license with no insurance restrictions, personal driver for the owner, includes an executive SUV/or limousine, pickup guests at the airport, etc. Boat and trailer towing. (Due to customization, maximum height of the driver is 6 feet.) Knowledge of business is a plus, with basic home computer and internet skills, email, and word-processing, as well as the ability to make travel arrangements. Punctuality and dependability are vital. Early morning meetings and tasks will be assigned. The total compensation package is about $65,000, based on experience. Includes: full time salaried position, with flexible hours. On site, private standalone staff caretakers’ quarters in Lake Tahoe and a small, attached caretaker’s quarters with separate entrance, in Los Angeles. Company truck, cell phone and casual uniforms will be provided. No drinking allowed during working hours. A background and drug test are required. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Canada

CARETAKER NEEDED to live on our remote British Columbia coastal homestead. Looking for a long-term commitment. This is a great opportunity for a latter day homesteader to live off the sea; fish, crab, prawn, clams, as well as our gardens and orchard. Boating experience is a big plus. If interested in knowing more, please email me at dick.springs@icloud.com [Contact info available to subscribers] is currently seeking an experienced Building Caretaker to aid in the maintenance and upkeep of a 44-residence, 55+ building located in the beautiful South Oak Bay, British Columbia. Duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: – Maintain order and appearance of the common areas. – Daily security checks and walkthrough of the building. – Perform prompt minor repairs and preventative maintenance included, but not limited to, changing lightbulbs, door repairs, re-fastening walkway rails, etc. – Perform outside landscaping including, but not limited to; sweeping and blowing leaves from sidewalks and interior walkways, removal of any garbage throughout property, salt and shovel sidewalks and interior walkways. – Maintain on-site office area, ensuring daily supplies are stocked. – Perform and record monthly testing and inspections as directed. – Other duties as assigned. Core competencies include effective communication, commitment to excellence, attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to build rapport with residents essential. Knowledge of electrical, elevator, boiler, fire panel, mechanical systems, irrigation sprinkler and timer systems an asset along with basic construction and maintenance knowledge. To apply, Canadian applicants should forward their resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

house sitter NEEDED. Would you like to spend this summer in Montreal? We are a retired couple looking for a house sitter to stay in our home and care for our two dogs (poodles) while we are in Asia. We will be gone from July 1 until September 30. Our comfortable two bedroom condo is near the Montreal Botanical Garden. We have a pool that is shared with other people living in our condominium complex. We live in a quiet neighborhood, close to shopping, and you can use our bicycles when we’re gone. The only chores you would have would be caring for our dogs and keeping the house clean. Please email us at [Contact info available to subscribers] with your information so you can be considered for this house/pet-sit position.

AN ESTATE FARM is looking for a full-time caretaking couple. We have a 17 acre estate farm which grows blackberries, kiwis, various nut trees and fruit trees located on the Saanich Peninsula, British Columbia. We are looking for a couple to live on site to help with the maintenance of the buildings, caring of the crops and livestock, and maintenance of five acres of lawns and gardens. The ideal candidates would be team players with backgrounds in building, farming, carpentry, gardening and business. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Caribbean

LOOKING FOR A CARETAKER COUPLE, OR AN INDIVIDUAL, to be our Resident Caretaker. The position is for part-time duties at a small beachfront Caribbean Inn on the island of Culebra. Work would include checking in guests and light duty jobs. Free housing and use of laundry facilities is provided plus payments for services rendered. The applicant should be in good health, resourceful, trustworthy, financially secure, and addiction and drug-free. For USA citizens, a passport is not needed to fly from the States, as Culebra, Puerto Rico is a territory of the USA. For more information, please visit our web page at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

PROPERTY CARETAKER POSITION AVAILABLE – includes housing! [Contact info available to subscribers] is seeking a property manager to manage and maintain all aspects of a 32-room lodge located in Breckenridge, CO. Duties include snow removal, grounds and spa maintenance, common area cleaning, trash checks, and light repairs. Compensation includes an on-site two-bedroom apartment (including utilities and cable) plus a monthly stipend! Piece rate housekeeping work available if desired as well. Individuals, couples, and families are all welcome to apply! Please apply in person at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Connecticut

I NEED A RELIABLE house sitter who likes cats to stay in my Fairfield County home from July 1 through October 31. I have three well-mannered cats to care for and am searching for a true cat-lover. This is a rent-free position, with no salary. You must have good references. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] and let me know why you would make a great house/cat-sitter here. Thanks.

Egypt

VOLUNTEER HELP needed in exchange for accommodation and food. [Contact info available to subscribers] is one of the camps near Saint Catherine, distinguished by its excellent location, surrounded by mountains, where beautiful scenery and natural colors abound. You can do hiking, climbing, and safari. We have a number of rooms, a restaurant and a small house. We are happy to host and meet new people with whom we exchange experiences. We are near a lot of famous tour places like Mousis Mountain and St. Catherine Monastery, about 25 kilometers from our place. We trying make our place more group oriented… we want to build more units. If anyone has ideas to help us expand, and also help in our small garden, housekeeping, and cooking it will be nice. You are welcome here if you want to visit. Please [Contact info available to subscribers] for more details.

England

HOUSEKEEPER/CLEANER OR COUPLE NEEDED for housework plus dog walking when required in Petworth, in the Chichester District of West Sussex. No cooking. An animal lover is essential as we have several dogs and a few other pets. Slight knowledge of horses is an advantage as we have two old nags. A one bedroom self-contained unfurnished flat, with its own entrance will be provided. No outgoings. A car is essential. We are smokers. You will be required to work five days per week, six hours per day, on a flexible time schedule. Weekends are free. Good references requested. A criminal records check via the Disclosure and Barring Service will also be requested. Please apply by mailing your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers].

Florida

LONG-TERM FEMALE CARETAKER needed to help work around a Southwest Florida rural home, so I can sell my home in the Big Cypress Preserve. Live rent-free. Woman should be honest, peaceful, progressive, enthusiastic, hard-working, physically fit, non-tobacco, love animals, and have a valid driver’s license. Will pay for her to be my chauffeur. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

CARETAKER NEEDED for a ¼ acre property in St. Petersburg, FL from July to October 2021 while we are away. This is not a paid position. It’s a lovely property and close to the beach. Live in the house, take care of the back gardens and pool, light house cleaning. RV parking with 30 amp, if needed. Non-smoker, a person who keeps a home clean, someone who is very good with plants and will not disturb any of our neighbors. You will be asked to pay a small fee for utilities during this time. Internet provided. Three verifiable references required. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

PRIVATE CENTRAL FLORIDA RANCH is in search of a ranch hand/caretaker. Duties to include, but are not limited to working all aspects of the property on a daily basis…animal care, handyman/woman, operate machinery, landscaping, fencing, irrigation, cleaning, etc. Ideal candidate(s) must be motivated, honest, dependable and hardworking with an eye for detail. Non-smoking facility. No drugs or drama. If interested please email your resume, salary requirements and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

PROPERTY CARETAKER with their own RV needed year round in Loxahatchee, in Palm Beach County. Prefer an individual for the long-term in exchange for groundskeeping, security and light maintenance. Full hook-ups will be provided for the caretaker’s RV, along with cable, Wi-Fi and use of the laundry facilities. Please email to apply at [Contact info available to subscribers]

France

HELP NEEDED AT A FRENCH CHATEAU. Seeking a full-time, live-in housekeeper/gardener for a chateau in a small village in Normandy. The work includes housekeeping, taking care of the garden and pool and driving to and from airports (mainly Paris). The position requires living in a three bedroom cottage linked to the chateau. Stable and riding facility is available. Suitable for a single person or couple in which case some additional work in the garden, park, etc. would be available. The principals live outside of France but occasionally spend weekends and holidays at the property. References and French speaking skills required. Apply by mailing your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Georgia

JACKSON GEORGIA AREA: Property Caretaker needed for a private, rural, second home and grounds. Security presence, daily rounds, grounds maintenance, carpentry and equipment maintenance skills. RV (two separate full 50 amp hookups available with Wi-Fi) or private housing (two-bedroom custom hi-end Horton mobile home with new appliances, 12×24 shop, and a 12 acre yard). Two options: Long-term preferred with a flexible start date or short-term for an RV only, with a flexible start date. Initial inquiries should please provide: your age, availability date, your requirements, expectations, and present location. No kids. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hawaii

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

LOOKING FOR RELIABLE CARETAKERS on the Big Island of Hawaiʻi (near Naʻalehu). We have built a beautiful sanctuary in Kaʻū and are looking for conscious, responsible, earth-loving people who would like to help maintain the gardens and the food forest. Ideally we’d like a long-term couple. This is a substance-free land, located between Naʻalehu and Ocean View. Kipukamaluhia is a unique healing sanctuary in the heart of Kaʻū. People come throughout the year for personal and group retreats and we always need help in the gardens. Kipukamaluhia is an ideal space for those who cherish elegant, voluntary simplicity, for whom self-inquiry, beauty, direct communication, mindfulness and integrity are important and for those who are nourished by and love to connect with and care for gardens, orchards, and animals. We have a beautiful yoga room and a sound healing room and an ancient forest behind the sanctuary for walking meditation and rejuvenation. Though off the grid, we have solar-powered electricity and high speed internet. Applicants must have a car. You can learn more at [Contact info available to subscribers] Please call or email [Contact info available to subscribers] Mahalo

ALOHA FROM THE BIG ISLAND! Seeking a reliable, stable couple (non-smokers/drug users) by July 1, 2021 for long-term managers here in paradise. You’ll caretake/manage a ten acre coffee farm with four Airbnbs. Must have prior hospitality experience (preferably on Hawaii) for managing farm/Airbnbs. Must love what you do and have customer service skills. You’re both strong, healthy and active. One has handyman and construction skills (carpentry, painting, and plumbing/electrical repair) and landscaping, pruning, mowing, etc. The other person has great people skills, a neat/clean aesthetic and deals with Airbnb guests seven days/week. You’ll handle the Airbnb website, bookings, maintain/clean Airbnbs and are familiar with computers, QuickBooks, and the Airbnb website. You’ll pay farm bills. The couple does gardening, landscaping, pick up supplies in town, love our dog, keep buildings in good repair and do small upgrades to structures. Includes mowing, weed whacking, pruning, etc. Doesn’t include work on coffee trees. In exchange for 40 hours/week (total combined for the couple), we provide a two bedroom home with spectacular ocean views and a huge lanai. We’re a calm, spiritual, quiet, old Hawaiian farm/Airbnb, five minutes from snorkeling with Spinner Dolphins. Utilities included plus internet cable/Wi-Fi, washer/dryer, vegetable garden to share, seasonally available fruit, our Kona coffee, and you will be reimbursed for mileage when using your car on farm errands, plus a monthly stipend geared to your experience level. The stipend increases over time. For more information, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

SINGLE CARETAKER NEEDED ASAP on Maui to share a beach house in a work exchange situation. Looking for a young, physically fit, person in good shape, able to lift 50 lbs., not afraid of heights, who can fix things if needed. Must be a multi-tasked person who is Jack or Jackie of all trades. Need help with groundskeeping, animal care, and customer service for guests vacationing here. Check-in guests, flip over rooms, rake the yard, clean animal cages and aviary, feed and care for the animals, and do the laundry. Hours are 6:30am to noon, or until the job is done, six days per week. Everyone works together here to get the job done. I’ve done this myself for years. We live at the beach, we are like family here, so there is absolutely no drama. This is essentially a volunteer position, however, you can make $300 to $500 with tips a month, plus free rent at the beach! Get that on Maui! We need easy going, people with seriously good common sense. A cell phone is very essential. Does this sound like you? It’s not for everyone. It’s tedious work. But you will learn about animals, and meet people from all over the world that stay here. If you really are seriously interested in applying, we would need the following: a complete national police background check, a copy of your passport or driver’s license, and work references. Upon arriving please bring a $500 refundable work/living deposit. This is to assure a three month commitment is adhered to and completed. Respect for people, animals, and property! No children or couples please. Please get in touch by emailing your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

ALOHA FROM THE BIG ISLAND OF HAWAII. Escape, and exchange your environment for the tropics. We have a 2¼ acre estate in Kona, and are in need of an individual with finish carpentry skills, light plumbing and electrical, painting, and general maintenance. We could entertain a couple for this position, with the second party doing 15+ hours weekly housekeeping duties. This commitment is for a minimum of 90 days starting July 1, however if all parties are content the contract can be long-term. This position will be open as of now. If hired, one can expect a round trip ticket from your nearest major airport to Kona, Hawaii. While on the property, we will provide you with private hi-end accommodations, free cable and Wi-Fi, maid service once a week, gourmet breakfast and dinner daily, and a negotiated stipend. Lastly, we will occasionally give you free use of a vehicle to explore the island. We are in one of the most beautiful parts of Hawaii, and I believe in the world. No drug use, non-smoker, and responsible alcohol use! The applicant must have his or her own health and auto insurance coverage. This is a “Work for Hire” position and does not imply employment. We are seeking a self-motivated, organized, in shape and strong, and very tidy and clean individual, who will work 32+ hours a week to upkeep our estate. We are willing to train in our procedures, but you must have experience and be proficient in the following areas: there are occasions where we have projects which include sanding and painting, pressure washing, and tiling. It is also important to have some skills in plumbing and electrical. We undertake many small and large projects that need to be accomplished in between the general maintenance responsibilities. A fully equipped woodshop is onsite. You must be proficient and competent in using the following; saws (miter, circular, jig, band, table, scroll, plunge circular, tile saw, and sawzall), multi-tool, tenon and biscuit joiners, routers, planers, drills and drill press, dremel tool, sanders and belt sanders, finish sprayers, and a rotary laser. In addition to the use of the above tools, you would be responsible for the maintenance and light repairs of these tools. We have over 50 different fruit and spice trees and bushes, vegetable and herb gardens, and a ¾ acre botanical garden with rare palms, Heliconia, and Gingers. It is fabulous. We all work hard here, and we believe in quality over quantity. Our motto is; “If you undertake a project with us, do it to your fullest potential, or don’t even bother”. We encourage good ideas, creativity, and a team approach. The property has a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. It is a spectacular place. If you feel this position might be your calling, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for questions. Aloha and mahalo! Please forward resumes and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] and include the terms “House of Kona, caretakers” in the subject line. You should receive return responses from me within 48 hours. Aloha and mahalo!

CARETAKER OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE on the Big Island. A one bedroom/one bathroom furnished cottage/cabin (720 sq. ft.) provided with washer/dryer hookups, and a detached garage. No smoking allowed. Cats are OK. We are taking applications for a caretaker for our Big Island 100% off grid home. A single person is preferred, or two people maximum. No young children. Experience a must. Hawaii Island resident preferred. If you are interested please reply to [Contact info available to subscribers] with: an introduction, what you are looking for in a caretaker opportunity and what can you offer, what part of the Big Island are you familiar with, your availability in months, years, etc., your experience and a homeowner who you can provide as a reference. Thanks.

LAND CARETAKER NEEDED in Kula. Preference given to landscapers and carpenters. Accommodations are rustic but beautiful and full of love. No rights of tenancy, as this is a working position. Please send your references who can attest that you are an honorable and very responsible worker, kind and pleasant to people you encounter, and your contact info. Also, please state exactly how long you are available to work seven days a week (for two weeks, or for two months or longer). No smoking allowed here. A deposit will be required. For more information, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Property Caretaker Profile

Chuck and Liz Find their First Caretaker Gig Address: [Contact info available to subscribers] Interests: Hiking, kayaking, gardening, cooking, eating at various local restaurants, meeting new friends and entertaining.

Quote: “”The greatness of a man is not in how much wealth he acquires, but in his integrity and his ability to affect those around him positively.” Bob Marley”

Liz and Chuck

My husband and I had a dream of leaving our jobs that we hated, and doing something together that we loved. I had been subscribing to caretaker.org for some time now, but looked at everything as though it were a dream, and could never become a reality. Until, one day, I saw an ad for caretakers for a 2,200 acre mountain property in Southwest Virginia:

Virginia

LONG-TERM CARETAKER OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE in Southwest Virginia. This is a private family recreational property. It’s perfect for a retired or semi-retired person or couple. Hourly salary and a modern three bedroom, two bath house and utilities furnished. Onsite duties to include security, house and outbuilding and housekeeping. References and background check required. Please respond with your resume and inquiries to…

I asked my husband if he would ever be remotely interested in doing something like that, and he said, “Sure why not?” I didn’t exactly expect that to come out of his mouth but I thought, “He’s right, why not?” So, the first thing we did was hire a resume professional to combine our talents into one couple’s resume. We had some prior experience as assistant managers for a senior community, and also taking care of neighbors’ homes and pets while they were away, but nothing big. We also had professional backgrounds that made us more marketable. I emailed the property owner and was surprised when he emailed back expressing interest. My initial email response to the ad included an attached resume. As the owner and I struck up a rapport and the lines of communication were opened up between us, I included additional documents, as requested. For our part, my husband and I were both forthcoming and responded with questions of our own. I really thought that we lacked experience, but soon found out that experience doesn’t necessarily matter all that much to a property caretaker. What matters is the rapport, and how you come across in your cover letter. I was as honest as I could be about what little experience we had. So, if you are reading this and think as I thought, rethink it again. In this business, sincerity, honesty and just being yourselves tend to be what people look for the most. If you lack professional caretaking experience, just be honest and tell them that. If you have been a homeowner, that will certainly help as you’ve had experience caretaking a home and property. Because one of the primary caretaker responsibilities in our current position is caring for the land, it worked in our favor that we have a love of the outdoors, working outdoors, and enjoy being out on the land. Living in close proximity to the property, in our case, just a couple of hours away, also helps as you can meet in person prior to accepting the position. We met with the property owner at a place located in between where we both lived. The owner wanted a May 1 start date and we met in person at the end of February, beginning of March. We talked for about two hours just getting to know each other, and we really hit it off. He invited us to his home the next weekend and hired us during our stay! Our agreement is that we are free to leave at any time, provided we give the owners a couple of weeks’ notice. Both we and the property owner have agreed that, initially, “long term” means one year to start but could easily be five years or more, should things continue on a positive note. We had the property owner detail his expectations for us and in return, we detailed what we expected from the owner. In other words, both parties made everything clear before proceeding. If either party had questions, we texted back and forth, keeping the lines of communication open. If you have a question, don’t take for granted that the answer will be what you expect – definitely ask questions. In our case, we are very fortunate that the owner is very forthcoming with answers, information, duties, and expectations. A red flag might be when one party is evasive, reluctant to engage in open communication, or doesn’t provide candid answers to questions. If you don’t feel right about something or something doesn’t make sense, it is worth asking questions. Be thorough and don’t accept vague answers. It is always smart and worth it to ask questions.

Liz and Chuck’s New Office!

The work truck they use to travel on the estate

We now live on top of a mountain in Abingdon, VA, and still pinch ourselves every day. The historic town of Abington is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains region of southwestern Virginia. The town, which is named for one of Martha Washington’s ancestral homes, is a Virginia Historic Landmark. Since 1778, Abingdon has been the political, commercial, and transportation center of Washington County. Downtown Abingdon is home to a variety of historic buildings, including public, commercial, and residential structures dating to the 19th century. The mountaintops offer panoramic views of valleys and ridges stretching out to the horizon. We have a lovely three bedroom cottage, located a mile from the main house. A well provides our water and waste is taken care of via a septic system. We were able to bring everything we needed. In fact, the caretaker cottage is so large, we didn’t have enough furniture of our own to properly furnish it so the landowner brought us to his warehouse and let us pick out enough items so we could furnish the entire home. The main house is very large and, when the owners are in residence, they are very self-sufficient. The 2,200 acre recreational property is hilly and wooded, including old growth spruce and fir, and our main task is caring for the land. Our responsibilities include weeding and fertilizing. We have seen wild turkey, deer, eagles, and red tail hawks. Although we have not seen them yet, there are bears in the woods. They are black bears and not aggressive. Our normal day consists primarily of gardening, mulching, mowing, removing weeds and doing whatever else is needed outside. During the week after the owner and his family leave to return back to their primary home, we clean the inside of their house on the recreation property. We are also responsible for keeping the water system in the main home properly maintained. We have our own vehicle that we use if we want to go into town. The owner has provided us with an all-terrain utility vehicle that we use to get around the large property and traverse the steep, wooded terrain that is part of the estate. Our only expenses are for groceries and personal items. Everything else is provided by the owner (housing, utilities). There is an internet hotspot here so we can access the internet via our phones. There is no Wi-Fi. We don’t need it but for someone who relies on income from an internet based business, Wi-Fi on the property is something they will want to confirm during discussions about the potential caretaking position. To do this kind of job requires hard work, and you have to be able and willing to do what the property owner requests, and some weeks are harder than others. But, we have to say that for us, this kind of job sure beats sitting behind a desk and driving hours a day to and from work. It is completely different and a pleasantly welcome change from the corporate world. Besides that, we get to work side by side each day. So here’s a look at a normal work day for us: Most days, we start at around 9:00 am, mostly starting with the outdoor chores, and work until around noon. It can be planting flowers and plants, spreading mulch around one of the many garden areas, pulling weeds from garden beds, leaf blowing, etc. We take an hour lunch break, then return to our duties. On rainy days, we choose to concentrate on the interior of the home, doing everything from the normal housekeeping to more extensive chores. We usually end our day around 5:00-6:00 pm, and some days maybe a little earlier. Our favorite thing about this caretaker position is the beautiful setting on the top of a mountain top, working outside on the property, and the fact that the property owners are not micromanagers. As long as there is mutual agreement about what needs to be done to maintain this beautiful property, we make our own hours, working autonomously but know the owner is always available to answer any questions, if needed. As caretakers, it is important to be flexible, willing to change, and to have an open mind. There will not be as much to do during the winter months, so we must make our earnings stretch to live on during those lean months, but if you are resourceful you’ll always find things to do. But, this is something you must consider if you are working in an area with four seasons. Right now, we are putting in a lot of hours because there is so much to be done outside, but when winter comes, there won’t be as much to do outside. So, as an independent contractor, you’ve got to make sure you plan for that, and make sure you understand what you are getting into. If necessary (which I strongly recommend), ask for your duties and responsibilities to be written down, so you clearly understand the terms and what is expected of you, and in turn, what is expected from them! In our case, our duties change from week to week. When you receive your list of duties, ask that it be prioritized. Remember, this is a two-way street, and you have to be happy with the terms in order to want to stay. They need you as much as you need them! I’d say that the key to this job is communication. We have a great rapport with the property owners. We meet on a weekly basis and we speak a few times each week with our employers just to make sure they know we are on top of things, and to remind them of events in our lives that may require us to be absent from the property. As long as we give them notice, they are very understanding that we also have personal commitments. But like any other job, don’t take it for granted. This is still a job, and you must earn their trust.

Chuck loading rocks for the rock gardens

Iceland

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED from September 7 to September 16, 2021. [Contact info available to subscribers] volunteers will have the opportunity to work on the historical, uninhabited island of Vioey for the 15th year in a row with our host, the city of Reykjavík. Vioey is in the Kollafjorour Bay, just outside Reykjavík, and is a popular destination in the summer among Icelandic and foreign visitors. Volunteers will help prepare the island for the autumn/winter 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, 5pm with breaks for lunch and coffee; however, please be prepared for some flexibility due to the nature of Iceland’s changeable weather. The weather conditions in Iceland are unpredictable and the temperature in September can drop during the evenings. Be prepared to experience all kinds of weather and be sure of bringing warm clothing, since most of the work will take place outdoors. Volunteers should have motivation to work outside and work in all kinds of weather, as it can get cold and rainy. Bring warm and/or waterproof clothes (overcoats, scarves, gloves and hats) walking shoes/boots, as the activities take place outside. Volunteers will be lodged in a local house on Vioey Island, in shared rooms. Please bring your own sleeping bag. The house has an equipped kitchen. Volunteers will receive food ingredients and be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food from your home country for the international evening. For more info please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] or you can email us at [Contact info available to subscribers] or call us in Iceland at [Contact info available to subscribers].

Indiana

HELP WANTED. We live on a small 10 acre farm, located in southeast Indiana. We have a camper available and need an older couple or handyman/person for general maintenance, gardening and landscaping and some household tasks. Need someone who is willing to exchange this site for 20 hours of work per week. Other employment would be necessary for other essentials. This is a long-term position and you must be able to pass a thorough background check. For more details please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Italy

VOLUNTEER HELP NEEDED to work at [Contact info available to subscribers], in Genova, Italy. This is a tiny independent hostel with a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. We started in 2012 so we feel like quite experienced guys, but still excited and happy with our job. We love to chat with our guests, talking about our city, travels and the things of life. We really like people to have a great time here, our goal is to show to everyone the beauties of Genova and make them feel at home. The best part of this job is definitely dealing with travelers from all around the world and become a little piece of their lives. Volunteers also help receiving our guests (giving basic info and city maps, explaining the hostel rules and showing the rooms/beds); little maintenance works inside the hostel; clearing up the dorms (beds and lockers); shopping (optional). Accommodation provided only. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] for more details.

Maine

[Contact info available to subscribers] in Georgetown, Maine is seeking 2022 season caretakers from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Primary duties include: – Maintaining grounds and equipment – Providing tours – Hosting overnight guests – Maintaining a blog Must apply as a pair as it is a two person job. Families are encouraged. For more information please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] or call [Contact info available to subscribers] The application deadline is December 1st, 2021.

Maryland

FARM HAND/HANDYMAN NEEDED for our 75 acre farm in the Frederick, MD area. Feeding horses, goats, barn cats, chickens and other water fowl. Mow grass and do other landscaping around the farmhouse and outbuildings. Duties will include mowing fields, repairing fences, animal enclosures, and other small handyman jobs as needed. This can be part-time or full-time, depending on your abilities and availability. The fields only need mowing every four to six weeks. For more information, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Massachusetts

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

Michigan

HIRING A FULL-TIME PROPERTY CARETAKER to live on-site and maintain a private estate in Oakland County, Michigan. Responsibilities include: groundskeeping (lawn, gardens, snow) and handyman skills for a private residence and grounds. Valid driver’s license plus clean driving record are necessary. (Possible housekeeping for spouse). Must be self-directed. Salary negotiable based on experience and health insurance. Compensation includes an on-site three bedroom home for the candidate’s family. Please send your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Minnesota

CARETAKER POSITION AVAILABLE in Brainerd. We are looking to fill an onsite caretaker couple/team for 24 apartments in Brainerd. Must have exceptional customer service skills and be able to communicate well with others. Must possess good problem solving skills. Must pass the BCA criminal background check and finger printing. This position will require some light maintenance/repair jobs and cleaning. Responsibilities are, but not limited to showing apartments to prospective new tenants; processing applications/leases to the management company; rent collections/deposits/rent tracking; apartment turnovers; and identifying/resolving tenant issues and concerns. Monitor tenant files, leases, lease renewals, rent increases, and all required documentation set forth by management and the owner. Weekly building cleaning/maintenance (vacuuming, mopping, windows, laundry rooms, light bulbs, garbage, raking, mowing, trimming, shoveling/salting, etc.) and on call services. Compensation for this position is free rent in a spacious two bedroom, one bathroom apartment with detached garage, plus a monthly bonus structure and option for additional hourly maintenance/repair work (as needed). We will be accepting resumes for this position until filled. To apply, please mail your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

FULL-TIME FARM HAND NEEDED at an appaloosa horse farm in Shevlin, Minnesota. Duties include: chores and feeding, fencing, light construction in barns, cleaning stalls and barn, organizing tools and maintaining equipment, driving a tractor and loader. Work with horses: riding, light training, ground work, grooming. Desired but not required: knowledge of some mechanics, welding, plumbing and electrical. Salary is negotiable and housing will be provided. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Missouri

A FAMILY IN ST. LOUIS COUNTY is looking for a housekeeper to work and live in their home starting later this month. On site separate living quarters with all living expenses covered besides groceries and personal expenses. This position requires full housekeeping, and back-up nanny duties of four children ages 6-11. Candidates must have the physical ability to deep clean a large estate, be able to care for the family dog, and work Monday – Friday and every other Saturday. Work will be 40 hours a week. Must have an exemplary work record with references and have experience in this line of work. Prior to hire, all candidates must pass a 4/4 background check, motor vehicle report check, drug test and a credit check run by the family. Private on site separate house provided that can accommodate for one no children and possibly pets. Salary starts at $40,000/year. Paid health insurance benefits, 401K, and two weeks of paid vacation provided. Vehicle and cell phone also provided. Relocation assistance offered. Serious applicant couples should email their resume(s) and references to caretakergazette@gmail.com with “Missouri Position” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes. Thanks.

Nevada

RANCH HAND/FARMWORKER NEEDED in Lovelock, Nevada. An aging Rancher has an immediate need for a full-time, long-term, hard worker on a small ranch, of about 525 acres of flood irrigated cropland, 2,000 acres of brush land pasture for 150 cows, 100 head of goats, a dozen llamas and a few horses. Applicants must be drug, alcohol and tobacco free. Seeking a “do it all” type of individual with a mechanical aptitude and some level of common sense. The employer is willing to train a motivated, hard-working individual. A ranch truck will be provided for travel between ranches. Housing offered and the salary will depend on experience. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Hampshire

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A SINGLE PERSON interested in spending the summer in New England working for us at the 20 room [Contact info available to subscribers]. The reality is that we need good housekeepers but we also would like to share our experience including working on our Property Management System with rates and reservations, helping us with social media and marketing, as well as other projects. We would provide a private room and shared bath down the hall with limited kitchen facilities. We are in a beautiful area of the White Mountains and can be flexible with scheduling provided our staff works every weekend. We would make it a fun and good learning experience for anyone that is looking for the Inn culture. We serve a continental breakfast (modified for Covid-19) and no restaurant on-premises. Work is primarily days with some nights on occasion. We are open to ideas. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] if you are interested in this opportunity.

New Mexico

[Contact info available to subscribers], New Mexico location is hiring for their property maintenance position. This is not a cowboy position. This position would be responsible for conducting routine maintenance on the ranch houses, barns, etc. Duties include but not limited to, plumbing, heat/HVAC systems, painting, carpentry, and landscaping. Qualified candidates must be willing to be flexible in their job duties. This is a full-time position in Solano, NM. Generous benefits package offered, with the salary based on experience. To be considered for the position, please submit your resume and three references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

house sitter needed in Truth or Consequences, NM from July 15 through August 30. We have a three bedroom/two bathroom house near some local hot springs. We have a cat that the house sitter will need to care for. We need someone or a couple (sorry, no other children or pets allowed) for about six weeks. One of our vehicles will be available for your use. Serious inquiries should email their interest and references to The Caretaker Gazette at caretaker@caretaker.org with “NM Position” in the Subject Line. All responses will then be forwarded.

New York

ESTATE CARETAKER NEEDED IN DUTCHESS COUNTY. We have an opening for an Estate Caretaker near Millerton, in northern Dutchess County, NY in a beautiful farm area. It includes an on premise two bedroom, two-bath home with central air-conditioning. This position also includes competitive compensation and medical benefits. Couples can apply, with preference given to a housemate who will carry out housekeeping and occasional meal assistance between May and October. Qualifications include an ability and willingness to do hands-on grounds keeping and basic mechanical maintenance. The ability to operate a backhoe is a must. The caretaker will work with a full-time grounds assistant. Important attributes are intelligence, integrity, a balanced personality, physical vigor and a love of the outdoors. Spanish is a plus but not required. For the right person the position can result in a long and secure career. Please respond with a description of your current and recent employment, educational background, relevant experience, your current family status, special interests, etc. and email to [Contact info available to subscribers]

[Contact info available to subscribers], a 10 room historical inn located one hour north of New York City, is looking for a professional Innkeeper to take over and operate this 5-star-rated property. The owner/innkeeper is stepping down to resume building a catering venue in the barn that was put on hold last April due to Covid-19. This is a unique one-of-a-kind mansion with an unparalleled history. The inn was totally renovated and furnished in 2019 and needs very little maintenance. This is a live-in position. Salary based on experience and performance. This is a year-round position with growth potential and other benefits. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKERS NEEDED. I have a small 2.5 acre farm/cottage in NY. I am moving in June and I would love to have some caretakers maintain the home and land as a form of rent. The living situation would be on the 2.5 acre farm, with a 120 year old house, with four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Nothing fancy but clean and with lots of potential! The little place is private, quiet, and lovely with a little creek along the property. Utilities (heat/electric/water) are not included. It’s a great opportunity for someone who wants to grow their own food and live this self-supporting lifestyle, but doesn’t have the land or farm to do it. There is an old chicken coop for chickens and an abundance of wild berries and medicinal plants. I am hoping to establish the land as an herbal medicinal farm. If interested please contact me at [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Zealand

HI EVERYONE, WE ARE HOPING TO FIND SOMEONE to help around the hotel, our restaurant, and small farm doing odd jobs. We have two venues and a small family farm (no farming experience necessary). Need someone with experience doing manual labor, lifting and general maintenance. We pay $25.00/hour plus 8% for 40 hours per week, and more if you want it. We have accommodation for high speed Wi-Fi, and your own room in a newish house, with other employees. We are looking for someone to join our fun team. We enjoy working hard, and don’t mind the odd drink or party if that’s your thing. We are a family business and am sure that you would enjoy a genuine kiwi experience. Please check out our two websites at [Contact info available to subscribers] and then if you’re interested in working here, please click on our Contact Us button with your info. This job is for one person (sorry this job is not for couples) and please don’t call the hotel. Cheers.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR 10 URGENT RECEPTIONISTS for our hostel – [Contact info available to subscribers]. We work in very casual friendly international team environment to ensure customer satisfactions by warmly welcoming our guests with big smiles, tidying up and helping the housekeepers to clean up the place, etc. But, no experience required! All facilities including laundry, Wi-Fi and accommodation (Dorms) is provided for an exchange of only eight hours of work weekly! We can make a special arrangement for private rooms too, if required. Just walk in for a job interview or for more details: Monday-Friday from 12:30 pm to 5:00 pm. We are looking forward to welcoming you to contribute to our team! With regards, [Contact info available to subscribers], Manager

ORCHARD/PACKHOUSE WORK AVAILABLE in the Napier/Hawke’s Bay area, on the east coast of New Zealand’s North Island. No experience necessary. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a working hostel in Napier with a family environment, with no overnight or short term stays. We have several jobs coming available. Note this is for backpackers only. We live in a safe place and provide work accommodations and transport if required for all our guests. We are located in a quiet location less than a minute from town and the beach. Rates start at $160, and we have work all year round. This current job is eight week minimum, starting in August. You will need: a working Holiday Visa or SSE Visa, a New Zealand bank account, and an IRD number. If interested, please send an email to [Contact info available to subscribers] and we will send an application form and find a job that works for you.

North Carolina

WOULD YOU LIKE THE OPPORTUNITY TO WORK/LIVE in one of the most beautiful areas of the country, surrounded by thousands of acres of wilderness, with a live trout stream, hiking trails, waterfalls and other incredible outdoor recreation opportunities, all right outside of your front door? We are looking for a strong, proficient, stable couple (or single person), with a varied skill set, to assist us with property maintenance and care, as well as assisting with our start-up wilderness retreat center in Western North Carolina/Northeast Georgia, in exchange for housing, with all utilities paid, and a small monthly stipend. Skills desired include some basic carpentry, basic electrical/plumbing, and gardening/landscape/hardscape work. Operation of (or assisting with site prep around) heavy equipment, mechanical skills, woodworking/furniture making, and greenhouse knowledge all a plus, but not necessary – more important than anything is a can-do attitude, willingness to learn, and do whatever is necessary to assist on the property, from running errands and trash runs, to assisting in the building of structures, tree removal and other tasks. Must like animals (dogs/cats), as we have them on the property and may need occasional assistance with pet care, and you MUST be comfortable with remote living – we are 40 minutes, one way, to the closest town! No pets (indoor cats considered), no kids (empty nesters welcome), and NO DRAMA! Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

REGENERATIVE FARMING in the Asheville area. Couple or single wanted for transforming 14+ acres into a diverse regenerative system. Knowledge of rotational grazing (sheep are descendants of Greg Judy’s flock), no-till pasture management, perennial plantings, Silvopasture, equipment maintenance, establishing cash flow and the ability to work with an older couple are desirable. Housing, stipend and garden produce offered in a beautiful setting. A good match would enjoy building a resilient life and would renew through contact with people and natural elements. References checked. No drugs or alcohol. Please send questions, interests and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oklahoma

house sitter NEEDED in Mustang, Oklahoma for my private, minimal tiny house. I will be home sometimes but your space is always private and guaranteed. This includes A+ living standards. Ideally this will turn into a long-term situation. Duties include pet-care, cleaning, and gardening. The digs, plus a small salary provided. You will need some portable income too. Please send a letter to Caretaker, [Contact info available to subscribers].

Oregon

LOOKING FOR AN ENERGETIC COUPLE with their own RV, with excellent people skills to help with a private family campground, doing maintenance, landscaping, cleaning the club house and rest rooms, in return for free RV space rent and utilities. We are 10 minutes from Eugene on the beautiful Fern Ridge Lake. Minimum commitment July 1 through September 30 required. If you are interested, please email your resumes and a photo of your RV to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include “Oregon Opportunity” in the Subject Line.

HI, MY NAME IS ADREON and I’m looking for other like-minded folks to partner with. My vision is for an art and healing centric small farm, with barter minded people who want to partner in buying a small farm (or if someone already has the land that works too). I am interested in organic back to Eden style gardening, chickens and maybe a goat or cow for milk. Nothing big to start off. My background is organic gardening and raising chickens with my mom in and urban setting way back. So rusty on the particulars but willing to put in time and effort to re-learn the farm/garden part. I enjoy art, healing modalities such as prayer, reiki, massage and various art related therapies, especially interested in helping kids with ADHD like my son. I’d like folks that are interested in exploring the Christian faith in this setting. If you are in Oregon or want to be there and this sounds interesting, let’s talk more about it. You can reach me at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Pennsylvania

ESTATE CARETAKER, home maintenance, groundskeeper, handyman needed year-round in Huntingdon Valley, PA. A private family seeks someone to care for their grounds and properties consisting of the main residence, vacation residence and several rental properties. The ideal candidate will be honest, hard-working, have a positive attitude and willingness to be flexible with the work schedule. Candidates should have skills as a handyman, as well as carpentry, electrical, general repairs, and maintenance. Must possess a valid driver’s license and have dependable transportation. Must pass drug, alcohol, and criminal background checks. To apply, please email a copy of your resume or job experience to [Contact info available to subscribers]

EXPERIENCED HORSE CARETAKER NEEDED. Immediate opening available for someone to turn out/bring in 11 horses, clean and fill water buckets and fill hay nets, cobweb barn monthly, sweep or rake the alleyway to keep things neat and tidy, and use the tractor to drag the arena. Must have references with horse experience. About 1½ hours per day. In exchange you will receive a two bedroom 1,500 square foot apartment. Ideally you will have no pets and absolutely no children. There is an opportunity to earn money with additional work. Can accommodate a person in school or with outside work. Opportunity available for skilled riding as well. Located in Cochranville, Pennsylvania. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Rhode Island

FULL-TIME, LIVE-IN CARETAKER NEEDED in Newport, Rhode Island on a magnificent Estate. Compensation negotiable, along with room and board, car and more. The owner is on site in season (May/June – September/October). Experience and handyman skills preferred. Must pass a background check. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Scotland

PERMANENT, FULL-TIME LIVE-IN COUPLE needed near Edinburgh. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a historic castle in Scotland based just seven miles from Edinburgh. You will be working alongside another couple providing full-time support to the principals in their private quarters. The Housekeeper will be required to provide cooking, making three meals a day plus occasional dinner parties (when restrictions are lifted). The Gardener/Forester will support the gardener outdoors whilst also assisting with general maintenance and driving. The principals have two dogs so you must be comfortable around animals. Accommodation is provided on the estate in the form of a two bedroom cottage. A full driver’s license, up-to-date DBS and recent references are required. Salary: £40,000/annually. Please apply by mailing your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers].

South Carolina

HISTORIC PLANTATION SEEKS HIGHLY SKILLED COUPLE to live on the plantation in a spacious four bedroom, 2½ bath, two story house with pool. Must be a high energy couple, each bringing an expert skill set. Skill sets may vary, combination may vary. Skill sets needed are 1) horticulture/gardening, 2) fine finish carpentry skills, 3) fine house painting. Salary is $65,000, plus housing. Please respond by telephone only to [Contact info available to subscribers].

Switzerland

LIVE-IN DOMESTIC COUPLE needed for a client at their private estate in Zurich. The couple must have EU citizenship, preferably German, Dutch, Austrian, or simply German speaking. The family are German/Swiss nationals. Ideal skillset requirements include housekeeping and cleaning, basic cooking, provisioning, ironing and laundry, service at table when required, packing and unpacking, houseman, driver, maintenance, gardening, tech knowhow, security systems, entertainment systems, etc. Hours will be 7 am, 5 pm. Flexibility is required. The salary is highly competitive and staff accommodations are provided on the private estate. To apply, please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] in the Subject Line.

Texas

FULL-TIME GENERAL RANCH HELP NEEDED near Kerrville. General ranch work, horseback work, cattle help needed on a family guest ranch. Other duties will include road work, some fencing repair, and cutting firewood, running equipment, mow and shred, help with prescribed burns, clear cut brush, help with deer harvest including skinning deer. This ranch is a third generation ranch. More experience will equal more pay. Applicants must pass a background check and drug test. Salary to be determined based on experience and housing will be provided. To apply for this position, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

LOOKING FOR AN EXPERIENCED, HANDS-ON, full-time ranch manager to oversee 200+ acres in the Texas Hill Country, near Austin. This position includes livestock, horses, chickens and a produce farm. Couples welcome to apply. You will be responsible for animals, pastures, landscape, residences and buildings, barn, roads, gates and fencing. Will need to manage and direct all contractors and ranch staff. Must be trustworthy, have good communication skills, be self-motivated and able to work independently with little direction, able to make residential repairs as needed, operate and maintain heavy equipment, work in severe weather conditions, and care for the property as their own. A background check and references will be required, along with periodic drug testing. Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. A valid driver’s license and good driving record is required. Housing possible for the right candidate(s). Salary starting at $60,000, and will be commensurate with experience. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

FULL-TIME BARN HAND ASSISTANT NEEDED in Uvalde, Texas. Can be a single person, or couple. House and utilities provided. You will need to do cow milking of two pet milk cows, barn chores, miscellaneous chores, yard work, and projects as needed. I am looking for a long-term commitment from a mature person or a couple who have a good work ethic, and is caring and loves animals. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

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

Virginia

INNKEEPERS NEEDED. The historic [Contact info available to subscribers], a 12 room historic bed and breakfast located in the heart of Virginia wine country is looking for a couple to live on our property and provide guest services and facility maintenance. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] For more information, please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER NEEDED for our place in Floyd County, Virginia. Since 1980, we have been growing our homestead. Now, in our 70s, we are in need of help to keep the dream going. We milk goats, care for our chicken flock, grow delicious gardens, work in our 300 acres of woodlands, and have full lives. Our son, daughter in love, and granddaughters live on the land, located one mile from our old farmhouse. We are offering a small three bedroom house and a salary to a family or individual with a good work ethic. If you are interested, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks.

CARETAKING COUPLE NEEDED for a vacation home in Hampton, Virginia shared by two families. The home is a perfectly restored, a circa 1900 house on a lovely waterfront property. Our current caretakers are retiring in July. Caretaker housing is provided in a turn-key, one bedroom cottage apartment with laundry facilities. Utilities included. Caretakers enjoy access to the main house amenities when it is unoccupied, including a hot tub, workout equipment, steam shower, smoker, pizza oven, dock, etc. Skills in home/landscape maintenance and housekeeping, organization, communication and a dedicated work ethic will be required for this job. Food preparation skills and the ability to support occasional entertaining will be a plus! Tasks include but are not limited to: Keeping the house clean and ready for visitors; Performing or managing maintenance of and/or repairs to the house and property; Making sure everything is in good working order; Arranging and overseeing contracted service work or improvement projects such as painting, remodeling, HVAC work, etc.; Power washing; General care and maintenance of the dock, boat, jet skis and lifts; Improvement and maintenance of professionally landscaped gardens and lawns; Facilitating family visits with kitchen provisioning and some food preparation. To apply, please email your resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

INNKEEPER NEEDED. The beautiful and historic [Contact info available to subscribers] of Ashland, VA, seeks a polished and professional Innkeeper or Boutique Hotel General Manager with successful experience operating at least 10-guest rooms and an upscale restaurant. We will hire a Director of Operations who can run it all, Inn, Restaurant, and Events, or hire an Innkeeper and Restaurant/F&B Manager separately. On the restaurant manager side, we are looking for solid beverage knowledge, especially wines. We offer a competitive salary and onsite housing for a single or couple without pets. Regional experience is preferred. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

MUST LOVE MUD, SWEAT AND MANURE. Exciting activities are under way at Fried Pie Farm, an in-progress homestead in Carroll County, VA. A mother-son team looking for organic gardening and sustainable farming apprentices/caretakers on a lovely five acre off-grid nearly fossil fuel free operation. We are also establishing a bird, butterfly and bee refuge. You can learn purest gardening, orcharding, and farming techniques in harmony with natural and human well-being. We practice a low technology approach to holistic agriculture and country life, using a windmill, solar greenhouse, etc. We enjoy our own simple home-made entertainment (music-making, board games, and reading from the homestead library). You can learn creative and resourceful hand-construction techniques. Learn natural health and well-being practices from a clinical nutritionist and life coach, and wild crafting of edible plants and medicinal herbs. You would exchange five hours a day helping on projects for fruit, veggies and herbs from the farm, and minute-to-minute hands-on instruction. Must have your own transportation. We are substance free (no alcohol, tobacco, recreational drugs, coffee, nor white sugar) for optimal health. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

LOOKING FOR ARTISTS/CRAFTSPEOPLE to assist us in working with wood on Orcas Island, WA. We have sixty acres of paradise on the water with forestry and permaculture projects being put in place. We are seeking a mature person(s) and/or family to trade for living here, with negotiation as to how to work together successfully. Looking for conscientious and experienced person(s) who have the skills to work with wood that we are going to cut from our forest and mill. We are looking to build a barn and other small structures. Experience with rock work is beneficial. Some caretaking may be required. We are situated near a beautiful state park with fresh water lakes and fishing, close to the charming village of Eastsound. It is a great opportunity for the right person(s). For more information, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington Dc/maryland

SEEKING A HUSBAND AND WIFE TEAM to work alongside another couple and share the duties of taking care of a senior couple. This client has been with me for many years and I’m seeking a fun energetic couple that have worked in the eldercare arena. Ideally one (or both) would be CNA certified and have experience in elder care. This couple are global travelers and enjoy many different cuisines. One of the team must enjoy cooking, although they eat very simply, the food must be healthy and well presented. Companion/Personal Care/Nursing Services – Couple sought for this: – Speak with doctors and share concerns or observations during appointments – Make sure medicines are administered and taken – Personal hygiene, including bathing and dressing – Toileting and incontinence care, if required – Transferring to a bed or chair when needed Administrative Services: – Travel arrangements (including wheelchair at the airport, ground transportation, and lodging) – Track important expiration dates (e.g., passports, visas, etc.) – Collect mail from both the Maryland house and both Washington Apartments and forward – Send a “Weekly Review” to the family regarding plans for the next four weeks – Ensure availability of necessary hardware and relevant licenses or subscriptions, e.g. mobile phone, laptop, printer/scanner – Control/maintain newspapers and magazines in DC; send to France when they are there for more than a month – Recycle papers and take trash downstairs Companion/Homemaker Services: – Prepare all meals and/or take them out to eat – Schedule field trips and outings – Try to make sure they are walking or getting other exercise – Laundry and light housekeeping – Driving for errands, shopping, doctor visits, etc., as well as to/from Baltimore/Washington DC – Keep Apartments 45 and 49 neat and clean: make beds, wash dishes, etc. – General companionship and socialization Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for more details.

Wisconsin

PROPERTY CARETAKER NEEDED in Lake Geneva, WI. An experienced professional is needed to assist the long-term Estate Manager of a large, beautifully maintained private waterfront estate in Lake Geneva, WI. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of property caretaking experience and be a trustworthy team player. Must possess a hands-on and can-do attitude with strong organization and communication skills, and will have the ability to take a commonsense approach to identifying and resolving issues. The primary responsibilities include assisting with the management of the grounds, homes, recreational areas, vehicles, boats, and equipment. The Property Caretaker will also schedule and meet with service providers, understand, and maintain the mechanical systems, and assist the household staff with large tasks. This is a newly created full-time, year-round position with an exceptional compensation and benefits package. Immediate or flexible start date available. Housing accommodations available. Please apply for consideration for [Contact info available to subscribers] This position has a flexible start date.

Wyoming

A SEASONAL MAINTENANCE POSITION is available at a historic Wyoming dude ranch. Nestled in the Bighorn Mountains and surrounded by a million acres of national forest, [Contact info available to subscribers] has an opening for a maintenance position. We are looking for a hard-working individual with plumbing and electrical experience. Salary will be contingent on experience, and an additional bonus will be paid at the end of season. Room and board also included. To apply, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

COUPLE NEEDED for cook/housekeeping/dishwasher/maintenance help at a Wyoming ranch in Ucross, WY. This is a seasonal position at [Contact info available to subscribers], but may be full-time for the right couple. One of the couple must be able to cook, or willing to learn (we will train). The other will be a part-time dishwasher, and spend the rest of the time doing maintenance work. Cabin provided with all utilities. Must be non-smokers, no drugs, no pets. To apply, please send your resume (with at least three references) to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Northern New Jersey, N.Y.C., Westchester. A five year Airbnb Superhost and her Property Manager husband are seeking a six month caretaking position in the New York City metro area from July 1, 2021 through the end of the year. We have day jobs but have flexibility to handle anything which might come up during the regular work week. Dependable, reliable, capable, and competent. Both are healthy, active non-smokers. The Airbnb Superhost is a Christian Educator and has a strong background in bookkeeping. She is highly organized and technologically savvy. The Property Manager background includes years of handyman work in old churches and in private homes and a full complement of tools and knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, etc., and has current Black Seal License for operation of low pressure steam boilers. For more info please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]. Thanks.

Responsible, mature, professional non-smoking lady seeks New England based house and pet sitting opportunities, in exchange for accommodations and utilities (must have Wi-Fi as I work remotely part-time). Can do short or long-term stays within 150 miles of Boston, MA. Interviews via phone or video are preferred in advance; excellent references available. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Professional Real Estate Caretaker Available. Imagine a professional real estate manager is taking care of your large property or estate. Managing your work crews, household staff, or performing other duties you may need to have done. Or maybe just living on the property and ensuring that it is kept safe and secure. With a professional who is licensed and insured, your property’s daily operations are in good hands and will maintain a high standard of presentation. Will consider all types of properties such as Oceanfront retreat properties, Farms, Green Projects, and more. Please text [Contact info available to subscribers]

Looking for a caretaker position in exchange for private housing. Will provide housecleaning, picking up mail, errands, care of pets – including farm animals. About me: highly dependable, detail oriented, non-smoker, non-drinker, loves animals, and I am an experienced caretaker. Flexible to location, but I prefer the Northeast, New England, Florida, or California. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Country property manager position wanted in Texas. 1. On-site private housing preferred 2. Have extensive event management experience 3. Have toured the world with internationally known entertainers as a production/tour manager 4. Bondable, loyal and hardworking 5. Vietnam Vet with an honorable discharge Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Supportive Household Manager/Personal Assistant available. Seeking a client in need of rightsizing support and management. Available 11-01-2021 in the Bradenton, Sarasota and Venice, Florida region. Administrative Tasks, Appointments, Budget, Errands, Gardening, Household Tasks, Meal Prep, and Trades Oversight. I am a companionable, creative, EXPERIENCED, friendly, hardworking and resourceful helpmate. Available for 6, 12 or 18 month contracts. Please email for my bio/references/resume at [Contact info available to subscribers].

Semi-retired, single female, 65, non-smoker, non-drinker and drug free seeks short-term house sitting in South Texas (Austin, San Antonio, Houston and rural areas in between). Am dependable, clean, quiet and will treat your home with respect. Can offer: light gardening, care for small domestic animals, mail collection, security/presence on your property and more if needed. Please contact me by text or leave a message at [Contact info available to subscribers] and I will return your call, or email [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you. [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York House/Apartment Sitter available. Professional female with excellent references. Currently engaged, available July 12. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Are you seeking a hard worker? Are you in need of a person who is a Can-Do, Will-Do 100% of the job and not a half-fast, lazy, cutting-corner person? Then look no further. My name is Carlos Bressler and I am a multi-faceted, skilled worker with great references and a clean record and lifestyle. I’m 40, single with no children and currently work for myself as a General Contractor. I can serve you in a working capacity or housesit for you while you’re away on vacation or a long-term trip both in exchange for housing and utilities covered. I’m flexible and easy-going and value integrity and good character. I’m currently located in San Antonio, Texas and find this place very loud for me. My hope is to go somewhere quieter than here, away from the jets, trucks and motorcycles that race on the freeways. LOL. I don’t watch TV, but enjoy reading. I’m also a Christian who attends church weekly who cares about loving his neighbors. To learn more about me, feel free to call me at [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks for listening.

Experienced caretaker couple seeks a caretaker position in Northern Idaho or Northern Montana. We are self-motivated, driven, reliable, and friendly. Running/repairing equipment, maintenance, light remodel, supervising teams or working as a team. Excellent references. Available to start June, 2021. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oregon Bound. Quiet web developer (and her little dog too) seek a peaceful cottage, ADU, etc., to rent in Corvallis beginning late summer/early fall (dates flexible). Would also consider a property caretaking position. He: 20 lb. Chiweenie Jack Russell mix, gentle and sweet. Me: Human female, less sweet, but well behaved. We: Low-key homebodies who dig the occasional adventure. No substances, no drama. Looking to get re-established in the Willamette Valley after a much too long absence. Please contact us at [Contact info available to subscribers] if you’d like to chat.

Seeking a house/pet sitting opportunity while I write and do meditation studies. I’m transitioning out of tour guide work in Philadelphia. Responsible, detail-oriented non-smoker with experience and great references. I love animals – have two cats with my partner and I run with my parent’s American Shephard. For a sense of me, search my meditations on YouTube (Marianne Ruane Spiritual Practitioner). Thank you for your consideration. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

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

Hello, I am a 59-year-old, SWF with a small dog (6 lbs.) seeking a salaried caretaker position. My past experience includes being a travel agent: 15 years, property caretaker: 14 years, nurse’s aide: 5 years and owner of a housekeeping company for seven years. I am a nonsmoker, with my own car and debt free. I will be available as of July 2021. Preferring the southeastern USA. My hobbies include gardening, cooking, reading, and fine painting. Prefer a nonsmoking, more conservative household with my own private area and Wi-Fi. I love all types of pets. I am willing to garden, clean, cook, shop, elder care preferred over childcare. Please contact me, [Contact info available to subscribers]

Caretaking Designer Available My career as a Full Service Property Consultant has allowed me to investigate, map, design and operate unique properties around the globe. Now I am looking for a long-term project that will benefit from my stewardship. I have found some of my favorite situations through The Caretaker Gazette and now I am here to let a new project find me. I look forward to meeting you hearing about how we can support your property. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Western states: 55-year-old teacher. Athletic, handy, independent, artistic, responsible. Animal/property care experience, with great references. Recovering from brain injuries: physical work, nature, quiet, swimming needed. Profoundly grateful for an opportunity! Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Currently working in South Dakota but looking to relocate in the fall to an operation that I can improve my horsemanship and roping skills on. I would prefer a long-term opportunity. I am 23, single, no children and looking to put the roots down. I can fix fence, doctor cattle, skilled in all aspects of calving, I can run just about any equipment and implements shy of a road grader. I am a competent welder and mechanic. I don’t drink much and I don’t smoke but I do use smokeless tobacco. I’m quiet and don’t have much to say I don’t have a temper or an attitude. I have my own horse and tack and a cow dog that will be coming with me. I would prefer a cowboy operation but will consider wrangler, guide and herdsman positions as long as they aren’t seasonal and no feedlots or row crop. I need practice roping but I can do it well enough to get the job done. I am in good health and ready to work sun up to sun down. Prior service with the Army and I work well as a team and an individual highly motivated self-starter that doesn’t need to be babysat to do good work. I am well-spoken and respectful. I have a clean driving record with one fine for an expired driver license in the last four years, and I am willing to be drug tested. Would prefer housing be provided, and pay is negotiable. Preference for somewhere in the mountains. Thanks for looking. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Clean, dependable, handy couple seeks long-term house sitting/petsitting in the DC/DMV area. Employed, working remotely, and need stable internet. We don’t smoke/drink/use drugs. Will care for your home/pets like family. References available. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Over the decades many of our advertisers and subscribers, both property owners and caretakers/house sitters, have discussed their healthcare situation and possible insurance options/alternatives with us. My wife and I dropped our current medical insurance when the premiums jumped to $2,000 per month with a $12,000 annual deductible. We switched to a $354 per month healthcare program for called Medi-Share. I wanted to send you some information about Medi-Share as I thought you might be interested in their affordable healthcare. Like us, you and your family could join their community of 400,000+ who share in each other’s medical burdens. Since 1993 more than $4 Billion in medical expenses have been shared and discounted by Medi-Share members. Always free and unlimited with Medi-Share: · 24/7 Telehealth · TeleCounseling · Dental and Vision Discounts · Prayer and Encouragement If you would like to learn more, please go to http://join.medishare.com/caretaker or please call Myles Lilley who is a Member Development Specialist at Christian Care Ministry at 800-772-5623 extension 2224. I hope this helps! Take care, Gary C. Dunn, Publisher THE CARETAKER GAZETTE

For Sale: Unique property with ocean view on the South Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. If your dream is to live in the tropics, run your own bed and breakfast, have your own organic garden, or eco/green mini-resort, hostel or simply own your own piece of paradise it will be hard to find a better place to do it, or a better opportunity than this one. For more information, please email caretaker@caretaker.org with “Costa Rica Property For Sale” in the Subject Line.

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Communities Magazine has relaunched with the Global Ecovillage Network – United States (GEN-US)! We are continuing with the same quarterly frequency, in-depth articles, vibrant photography, networking opportunities, and content relevant to creating resilient, regenerative communities and collaborative solutions in this time of climate disruption. Please visit www.gen-us.net/communities to subscribe/contribute.

Arizona Cowboy has written true stories in four exciting and interesting books all about half a century on horseback. 2005, was the year the books closed on the Arizona, cattle and horse ranch named the DK Ranch. After nearly fifty years there as a cowhand, I had advanced as their chief honcho. During the start of the year 2005, the handwriting on the wall began and the books closed on this historic steer and horse ranch. I sadly, then, became my pen-name, The Last DK Cowboy. Read stories of true happenings during our daily work. Happily chasing steers over the open range while aboard bronco horses we were trying to make into usable cowponies. Join me by enjoying these true tales and later in the other books describing a rewarding, exciting life among wild cattle and wilder cowhands. Ridin’ out in Arizona’s beautiful, natural scenic wonders. These true tales, although unusual, are just as I recollect them. To all those who have ever dreamed of being a cowboy, here’s your chance to ride along with me as your side-kick and saddle pard. You can view an entertaining introduction with many colored pictures at lastdkcowboy.com or you can write to me at lastdkslashcowboy@gmail.com

BACKWOODSMAN MAGAZINE, unique in our field for the past 37 years. Specializing in Muzzleloading, Primitive Weapons, Primitive Archery, Leather Projects, Black Powder Cartridge Guns, Woodslore, Historical How To Projects, History, Woods Shelters, Indian Lore, & Much More. One year $25, 2 years $48, 3 years $67. Sample $6. Backwoodsman Magazine, Box 1740, Fulton, TX 78358.