The Caretaker Gazette May / June 2013

Alaska

BE PART OF THIS BEAUTIFUL resort setting on the Kenai Peninsula in Alaska. Looking for an energetic, self-starting, financially secure, outgoing, retired couple with own income to enjoy the Alaska experience. Best applicants will be detailed, organized, non-smokers, light to non-drinkers and eager to assist in maintaining and renting six beautiful cabins within walking distance to the famous Kenai River near Soldotna. Duties include, but not limited to, greeting guests as they check in and out, interacting with guests, problem solving, cleaning cabins, ground maintenance, staining cabins, minor repairs, stacking firewood, building the evening fire pit, raking leaves, mowing grass, weeding, and be able to bend, stoop, carry, lift, etc. Handyman skills a plus. Will provide an RV hookup with sewer, water and electricity plus $300 month stipend and an additional bonus of $8 for each cabin cleaned. Time to fish and enjoy Alaska. Need to have this position filled from May 15th to September 15th. $500 end-of-season bonus. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information or email [Contact info available to subscribers]

HOUSE CARETAKER/PETSITTER needed in Dillingham ASAP through mid-August. Seeking a mature, responsible, non-smoking petsitter without any pets of your own. You can stay here rent-free in my home in exchange for pet care. You would have the use of my one bedroom home, with living room, kitchen, bath, and large deck. I have propane heat. My home is 1,000 feet off the main road in the woods, so it is a very private location. You will need to walk my Labrador Retriever at least three times daily, and stay with the dog most of the time you are here. He is a very friendly dog! As a petstter, you must be prepared to put the animal’s needs first. The climate is very cold at this time of year, so please keep that in mind when applying. You can have access to my computer/internet; and we can negotiate partial payment of utilities. For more details, please contact Jack by emailing [Contact info available to subscribers]

HELP NEEDED. Currently I operate a “mini farm” with two goats, 10 ducks, two geese, three dogs and two cats! I need help with snow removal, fence maintenance, composting, food processing, put windows into the goat house, get a compost bin built, fix the goat house and fix the duck house up or build new, care for goats, ducks geese, dogs and cats and general organizing, house cleaning and up keep are especially needed. I need to get my winter wood in as well. I also have a vermicompost started and need to get a system designed so they can overwinter. Interested? It is the most beautiful place and so many opportunities here. You will never want to leave! Please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

ALASKAN OPPORTUNITY awaits a high energy couple or two singles. General maintenance and farm projects on an amazing 600 acre [Contact info available to subscribers] homestead. ‘High tunnel’ garden planting, berry patches, maintain small orchard, lawns, flower beds. Gather wood, coal. Building projects galore; cabins, sheds, shop. Person experienced with farm equipment, chainsaw, and carpentry tools, preferred. You will have a place to live and basic foods. You can learn wild food harvesting, fishing, food preservation (drying, smoking, canning, and freezing). Negotiable wage for over 30 hours/week. Also separate maid service/PR position for vacation rental (sleeps 10) and small on-site museum. Board, basic foods and 10% of bookings. Other jobs also available in the neighborhood. For more info, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

SPEND A YEAR AT A FLY-IN Paradise! Beautiful remote off grid lodge/retreat seeks a compatible couple to caretake. Needed May 15th – September 1st to train and to become familiar with the area and tasks. In September remain solely in charge throughout the winter, especially during April 2014 when yearly fuel is delivered. Must be financially secure, have your own health insurance and be looking for the adventure of a lifetime. Room, board and in-flight from Fairbanks provided. Must be familiar with basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, small engines, off road vehicles and computers. Basic understanding of off-grid systems (generators, inverters, and battery systems) extremely helpful. Must possess wilderness survival skills including first aid and have a good positive mental outlook to endure isolation. The nearest neighbor is 50 miles away, by air. Self-motivation is essential, as well as the ability to follow instructions. Applicants must have neat, orderly personal and work habits in caring for this property. Hobbies useful. No health or dietary constraints, non-smoking, without alcohol or drug problems and be in physically fit condition (a background check will be required). Owners to come and go as needed. Recompense for September – May to be discussed depending on skills. Please respond to the following email: [Contact info available to subscribers] for further info and please include a full resume and references.

Letters to the Editor

You sent an email update for a job that we responded to and got the job. We have been here since last May. The job is going well. Without the Gazette, we would not have found this opportunity, so we thank you very much. We will certainly be renewing our subscription when we are ready to find our next caretaker opportunity through the Gazette. C. and J. M. Port Leyden, NY

Carl and Janine, that’s great news! Please let us know how it works out and if we can do a Caretaker Profile story about your experiences there in a future issue of the Gazette.

Gary, I just wanted to give you an update on my help-wanted ad responses as I am quite pleased. I only received two calls, however they were quality calls and one looks like quite a good fit for my arrangement. The subscribers are quite qualified and serious and I am thrilled that I placed my help-wanted ad with you! You can use this as a testimonial. Sincerely, J. S., Tampa,

Fl

Jill, I’m glad to read that you received serious, qualified responses to your help-wanted ad that ran in the Gazette. If you find that you need to rerun and update your ad, please let us know and we’ll be happy to publish your ad in a future issue.

Dear Dunn Family, I’ve been subscribing to, reading and enjoying The Caretaker Gazette since sometime around 1998 (maybe even 1997?). I applied for a position that was placed in your publication back in 1999, and by 2000, I had been accepted by the property owner as his selected choice to be his property caretaker. He went through “MANY” applications for this positions before finally narrowing his selection down to two potential candidates. “I won!” That was over a decade ago! The property was sold last year to new owners who have generously allowed me to continue on as the resident property caretaker/security guard. As long as I have lived here, I have paid no rent, and I’ve been blessed to live on the property as if I own it! I can do anything I would do if it were mine, including the building of my own home! I also have the freedom to run my own small self-employed business as a handyman and building and grounds maintenance man. Thank you for making this happen through your awesome publication. Thank you Caretaker Gazette! J. H., O Brien, OR

Thanks for your letter and for sharing your wonderful experiences as a property caretaker, John. We’re glad that The Caretaker Gazette played a role in helping you to achieve your great lifestyle. Please spread the good word about the Gazette!

Wow, were you ever correct when you said I would get a response to my cat/house sitting ad! I came home from a few days away to find nearly 40 emails and several letters in response – I haven’t even gotten my copy of The Caretaker Gazette in the mail yet so it came as a wonderful surprise. And, honestly, how do you ever even choose? They all (or most all) sound absolutely great and the kind of people you would like to know and have in your home. Thank you; thank you for providing such a terrific service. N. M. Cedar Key, FL

Nancy, more and more property owners, like you, tell us that they have found their best house sitters by advertising in the Gazette. Please keep us in mind the next time you’ll need a cat/house sitter for your place in Florida.

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Argentina

PATAGONIA CALLING! Personal assistant, caregiver and companion needed in the Andes of Northern Patagonia for a 64-year-old woman with Multiple Sclerosis. I need a commitment of a minimum of one month, the longer the better. I am an artist and an experienced horsewoman. I believe in the healing power of creativity, as well as the love of nature and her creatures. My ranch is located in a non-touristic part of Patagonia, nestled in the foothills of the Andes, in the heart of the real Gaucho culture. This is not a salaried position, as it is a volunteer opportunity. In exchange for basic food and housing, you will be my personal assistant. Duties include, but are not limited to: personal care, occasional housekeeping and cooking, helping me get around, administrative work, help with my MS challenges, occasional help with the horses. It is important that we enjoy each other’s company. This is not always an easy position, but it is life changing. Free time to be arranged as needed and wanted. You should have a mastery of English; Spanish would be a major plus, basic computer skills, a driver’s license, and the ability to drive a manual/stick-shift truck. Please see my web site at [Contact info available to subscribers] Also visit the website for the family-owned estancia at [Contact info available to subscribers] for a visual representation of the surrounding area near El Huecu. Please email a description of why you are interested, something about yourself, and a photo to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you for your interest.

Arizona

HELP NEEDED. Homeowners in South Bisbee have lived here on land leased from a mining company for 100 years but our leases have been summarily terminated so we have to leave by June 2, 2013. I’m 67 and single and need help downsizing from my house and outbuildings and campground into three travel trailers. I’ve been a university science teacher, recycler, farmer, crafts person, and a builder, furniture maker, toymaker, etc here in this mountain tourist town for almost 40 years and will retire and travel… need help finishing assorted craft projects, taking apart and selling off outbuildings, carrying around potted plants, and selling boxes of accumulated stuff in monthly estate sales. Useful skills would be video tech, furniture construction (power tools), toy making, nature crafts, painting rugs, filling dumpsters, feeding chickens, and watering plants. I now live in a travel trailer. You would live in the furnished house or an RV in exchange for three hours work/day until I/we finish up another travel trailer. Public transportation is just a short walk away. Will have a video up as soon as I get a battery for my camcorder. Run a search on Bisbee and you’ll know why I’ve settled and wintered and meant to retire here! Please tell me about yourself and why you would be interested in helping me by writing to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKERS WANTED for an 18 acre “John Wayne” style ranch in southern AZ. “[Contact info available to subscribers]” is nestled amongst gentle rolling hills covered with magnificent mesquite trees near Arivaca, AZ. Duties include gardening, grounds keeping, and general maintenance along with caring for three dogs, one cat, and a talking parrot. The interior of the house must be maintained in pristine condition for realtor showings. Approximately 20 to 30 hours of work per week in exchange for free rent in the ranch headquarters main house, approximately 2,000 sq. ft., furnished. Two bedrooms, three baths, office and great room. House has a 7KW solar system which covers 50% of electric bill. Raised bed for growing your own veggies, irrigated water provided by well. Private secluded living yet close to amenities and easy access. Pictures available upon request. The start date will be April 15th, 2013 (or a little after). Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

RANCH HAND WANTED in the Phoenix area June 2013. Active retiree – must be a trustworthy, responsible, quiet, stay-at-home, animal lover. No smoking/drinking/drugs – live in a trailer in exchange for ranch chores 24/7. Background check and references required. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

HOBBY POULTRY FARM AND GARDENS near Tucson needs help from a responsible individual. Small furnished guest room with minimalist kitchen. Utilities, Internet, provided. Applicant should be handy, conservation minded and willing to live simply and sustainably. Non-smoker drug and fragrance-free, no pets. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

RANCH HANDS NEEDED for branding and gather in northeastern Arizona for three to five weeks. Please send your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER(S) needed intermittently for a 40 acre isolated off-the-grid farm with alpacas and other animals in northern Arizona. Own living space preferred; ideal for RVers. Will consider long-term arrangements. No salary provided, but other compensation possible. References required. Please text [Contact info available to subscribers] or email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Australia

CARETAKER NEEDED for The [Contact info available to subscribers]. We are run by a committee of volunteers to service a facility for the rural community. We are seeking expressions of interest for this caretaker position. The caretaker will be responsible for the grounds and building maintenance cleaning and other general duties. Residence in lieu of 20 hours per week, available with commencement. Would be suitable for a semi or retired couple. A short order cook would be an advantage. References, criminal history check and Ochre card required. For further info and position descriptions please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]. Thank you.

CARETAKER/MANAGER needed in Tweed Heads South, NSW. We are seeking a live-in couple to manage a well-established self storage complex. This position requires a positive attitude, customer focus, handy maintenance skills, and basic computer skills. This would be suitable for a pensioner couple. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

LIVE-IN CARETAKER needed in Brisbane South. A two bedroom unit, with electricity and phone will be provided in return for approximately 10 hours of book work each week. This may be suitable as a second job for the caretaker. We will train. ID needed. Please write to [Contact info available to subscribers] Australia.

CARETAKER COUPLE needed for a large property in the Finley Area of NSW. We require a mature couple for our live-on, farm caretaking position. Duties will include the beautification and maintenance of extensive lawns and gardens surrounding the main house, weed control on adjacent areas, observing possible on-farm issues such as burst water pipes, etc. Basic cleaning of several houses amenities and offices, and having good communication with the owner who lives away from the farm is essential. The couple needs to be competent in the varying climate and able to use all farm equipment, including light trucks, tractors and ride on mowers. Accommodation is provided along with all utilities, an on-farm vehicle and phone. Remuneration is to be negotiated with the suitable applicants which can be tailored to suit an individual’s need. Please make your application to [Contact info available to subscribers] Australia.

CARETAKER/MANAGER needed. This opportunity is available for a couple. We are located 90kms east of Cloncurry, in Gulf Country, Queensland. Duties include all facets of cattle work with mostly bikes and general maintenance on two properties. Grader and Loader experience would be an advantage. There is no local school available. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

ANIMAL AND house sitters NEEDED in the Wilmington, SA area. We are the proud owners of a small property in the Southern Flinders Ranges. We are setting up a yabbie farm with a veggie garden, fruit orchard, a few sheep, two sheep dogs and lot of wild life (birds, kangaroos and emus). We are dependent on solar and a generator and we have a wood stove. If you like the quiet basic living outdoors, amazing sunrises and sunsets and picturesque views, then give us a ring. This place could be all yours for two to three months starting this May. For more information please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER REQUIRED from August 22 until October 2, 2013 for our 300 acre property at Gooram, 15 minutes from Euroa, Victoria (approximately 160 km north of Melbourne). We have some cattle, sheep, alpaca and two dogs, along with a comfortable four bedroom, centrally heated house with a large garden. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Belize

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

California

A HIGH MOJAVE DESERT HISTORIC MINING CAMP needs part-time caretakers. References required. You will have flexible hours, and a motor home, water and propane will be provided with a small stipend. Prefer a retired person; couples are OK. Flexible schedules are possible. You will need a high clearance vehicle and love of roughing it! Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

DOG/house sitter NEEDED for our home in Dorris, CA (on the California/Oregon border) from around May 1 through August 15. We have three dogs that will need some tender care. Our property has a two bedroom cottage, separate from our main house, which includes an attached bathroom. We have had a few bad experiences with house sitters in the past and therefore require someone trustworthy and with good references. As specified, the dates required are flexible and we will work our affairs around finding the right person or couple to care for our house and dogs. Please email Jim at [Contact info available to subscribers] for more details.

BEAUTIFUL KLAMATH RIVER property in northern California seeks caretaker or business partner. Carpentry, plumbing, permaculture and/or orchard skills a plus. Riverfront, fruit orchard, garden/farm space, rafting, swimming, telephone, DSL. You can see photos at [Contact info available to subscribers]. For more info, please send a blank email to [Contact info available to subscribers]

WE ARE LOOKING FOR QUALIFIED HOUSE PAINTERS in Ventura, CA. If you have references please contact us. We live on a four acre homestead and flower farm. We also grow our veggies. Volunteers have a bedroom, bath and meals provided. You are asked to work 30 hours per week. Experience in organic growing of veggies and flowers a plus as well as general construction. Must work well with others and be responsible. No drugs or crazies. We are five miles from the beach. There is a bus line a half-mile away. We are a hard working but mellow farm. Please email with your experience and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

A SANTA BARBARA FAMILY is seeking a Household Manager for their 12,000 sq ft formal home. This family includes not only two teenagers but also many animals, including four dogs, five cats, and birds. The right candidate will be able to step into any role in the home needed whenever necessary. Responsibilities include managing staff (including nine housekeepers), setting the dining table for formal meals, organizing the home, making sure the home is kept neat and beautiful at all times, supervising maintenance personnel, running errands, packing for travel, traveling with the family, and anything else needed to help keep their home lives running smoothly. Professional household management training is required; a thorough knowledge of proper housekeeping techniques in an upscale home is a must. This is a wonderful opportunity for a dedicated and experienced Household Manager. Salary will be $80,000 to $100,000 as commensurate with skills and experience; includes a cottage on one of their properties and benefits. Please, no phone calls. If you are interested, please send resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers] for consideration.

CARETAKER NEEDED for a beautiful, remote 40 acre property in the Santa Lucia Mountains between King City and Big Sur. Offering a two bedroom/one bathroom house next to a creek, with all utilities included, except phone. Eight hours of work per week maintaining the house, fruit trees and property required. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Canada

[Contact info available to subscribers] in Spray Valley Provincial Park in Southern Alberta is looking for two teams of friends and/or couples to join us for our 2013 summer season. Must be available to work mid-June to mid-October. Duties include light food preparation, housekeeping and guest services. Typical shifts are 10 days on – 10 days off but this can be flexible. The daily wage is $100 plus gratuities per day which includes room and board while on shift. Love of the great outdoors, a sense of humor and a willingness to learn are an asset. Non-smokers preferred. Please send resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED in Beaconsfield, Quebec. You will be responsible for the daily cleaning and maintaining the general appearance of the whole residence, care for fine furnishings, finishes and delicate surfaces, washing, ironing, steaming and linen care, including washing delicate fabrics, making beds and ironing sheets, organizing and managing household inventories, dinner menu-planning, preparation and service, fridge and pantry supply management, scheduling and supervision of household installations, trades and vendors for interior and exterior and seasonal projects, plant watering. General errand running, including grocery shopping and dry cleaning, and handling of special requests and related duties as needed. The job requirements are a minimum of two years experience working full-time in a private household, good English communication skills (mandatory), experience in hands-on household work and knowledge of all areas of property cleaning and organizing, good culinary skills, able to prepare simple healthy meal, and have the flexibility to work outside of strict job description parameters. Must like children and have a valid driver’s license with a clean record. Need to have a current legal working status in Canada. Must be honest and self-starter. The salary is $30,000 per year (in Canadian dollar, gross). Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

house sitter WANTED at a remote ranch in the interior of British Columbia starting in June 2013 for three to six months. I am looking for a house/pet-sitter to care for our Purebred Siberian Huskies. They all live outside, are very friendly and lovable. The house plants will need to be watered from time to time. We live on a 350 acre remote ranch. We do however have every modern feature to the home. We offer a private self contained modern apartment for the house sitter. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for more info.

Colombia

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED at [Contact info available to subscribers] in the village of [Contact info available to subscribers]. This small Dutch-Colombian foundation is always looking for volunteers who want to help in our little kindergarten or who want to organize activities with the children of this little village (such as English, computer or art classes or all different kinds of sports or cultural activities). The local football and volleyball teams can always use some support. We are currently increasing our range of activities and have started a program for childcare and teaching in the neighboring village of Quamaral. The local teacher has requested English lessons, so she can give better classes herself in the future. All ages are welcome; the costs for accommodation (including water, gas and electricity) and meals are 203,000 Col peso or $112 dollars per week. You will work and stay in a very poor village called [Contact info available to subscribers]. Only some houses are connected to the water network and electricity is unreliable. The locals are welcoming, lovely and have positive Colombian families. Only one of the hosts speaks English. In the village, the only useful language is Spanish. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

Colorado

ASSISTANT CARETAKER/FORESTRY WORKER able-bodied, hard working, honest, reliable, non-smoking, person needed for a permanent position as assistant caretaker/forestry worker for a Mountain Retreat in the Colorado Rockies. A farm background is highly preferred. Forestry – Experience with forestry work including cutting/slashing with a chainsaw and grubbing. Forestry degree desirable, but not required. Structures – Responsibility for operating and maintaining residential structures (plumbing, electrical, heating and ventilation, carpentry, painting, etc.). Equipment/Vehicles, Experience with/aptitude for operating, servicing, and maintaining vehicles, equipment, and small engines (dump truck, backhoe, dozer, motor grader, track skid steer, automobiles, etc.). Horses – Prior experience with horses and their care/exercise desirable. On site housing provided, plus salary and bonus. Please email resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

I AM LOOKING FOR A HANDY SINGLE person or a couple who can prepare and then manage an artist’s hermitage in the country near Dolores, Colorado. Needs at the outset will include packing up and cleaning the house and grounds, digging pipe into a septic system for a caretaker’s residence, and landscaping. After that, basic maintenance and cleaning between guests plus possible cooking for those who want it will be needed. The first part will be an exchange of labor for a place to live. Thereafter remuneration will be based on net profits from the hermitage. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

Connecticut

RESIDENT CARETAKER NEEDED in Northwest Connecticut, in the northern New Milford area. We have a smaller weekend house on a larger wooded parcel. Low rent in exchange for year-round live-in handyman, responsible for upkeep, systems monitoring, routine maintenance and regular yard work (including leaf clearance). Open land is two+ acres. You would occupy the main house. This would be ideal for a couple, and will be available beginning April, 2013. Inquiries by email: [Contact info available to subscribers]

Costa Rica

FARM VOLUNTEERS needed. With stunning views of El Valle de General and Costa Rica’s tallest mountains, including Mount Chirripo, our agricultural ecological farm is well named. It is situated in the county of Perez Zeledon, three hours south of San Jose. The farm is run by a family of five: Xinia, Donald, Max, Larry, and Terry. Our farm is twelve acres in extent, and accommodates horses, chickens, ducks, medicinal plants, fruit trees, grass for forage, several crop species, spring-water wells, an area of rainforest, red worm composting for soil regeneration, a biogas digester and a pond. As a volunteer on the farm we provide lodging and three meals a day in exchange for roughly five to six hours of work. You can stay in one of four cabins on the second floor with two bunk beds each; and there is also space available for tents. The work will include construction, feeding the animals, planting seeds, soil conservation, and maintenance of medical plants, using and producing organic fertilizer, maintaining the spring-water wells, and harvesting crops. The work is at times challenging, but volunteers have invariably found it stimulating and rewarding. You will need to be reasonably fit for some of the work. Volunteers will not have to work very early in the morning nor late at night. The working schedule, though intense, is intended to be exhilarating, not exhausting. For more information please view our website at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Cyprus

MY CLIENT IS LOOKING FOR TWO BUTLERS for a three month contract in a luxury hotel in Cyprus from mid-June until the first week of September. The Butlers must speak English and either German or Russian. The ideal would be for one butler who speaks both English and German and the other butler who speaks both English and Russian. This is a five star resort visited by royalty and VIP elite. This means the services rendered must be of an experienced customer oriented individual who takes pride in providing excellent services, so you must have relevant experience in similar roles. To apply, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] if you are interested in discussing this role. Thank you.

England

MODERN ONE BEDROOM flat available in Hertfordshire village. This is a self contained unit with all services supplied. We require housework, gardening, driving, etc. This would be suitable for a recently retired/semi-retired couple. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

LIVE IN GARDENER needed in rural Essex, part-time (18 hours per week) for £6.000 per annum plus a private, self-contained cottage inclusive of all utility bills. Working and living in this beautiful setting our client requires an experienced gardener to maintain an established garden (five acres) and a substantial wood and land site. Ideally suited to semi-retired person seeking a rural living. Duties will include: grass mowing, raking, and weed control. Maintaining herbaceous plants. Tree and timber maintenance (there is a large woodland site on premises). Pruning, and wildlife maintenance required. Maintenance of allotments and flowers (all produce shared between you and the proprietors). During periods of proprietor’s absence ensure all security systems are in good working order – regularly check and test alarms. Care of the family’s pet dogs during periods of absence. Please mail your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER REQUIRED in Bristol. Sorry, but no pets are allowed. Driver, non-smoker, approximately 30 hours per week, and some weekends. General cleaning/laundry duties. Basic cooking skills will be useful. House and dog-sitting required. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

COUPLE REQUIRED in southwest Dorset. A large, beautiful Estate on the Jurassic coast requires an energetic and organized couple who are looking for long-term employment. Duties include Housekeeper for the Manor, and managing, cleaning and maintaining three holiday rentals and organizing snack baskets for approx 16 shooting days. Cleaning the Manor and school runs for our children, aged 17, 15 and 12. Occasional gardening and work with the Estate maintenance staff. This is a relaxed environment, with charming and cozy furnished three-bedroom cottage. Generous pay and holidays. Impeccable references and clean driving licenses required. Starting mid-April. Contact: Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

RESIDENT CARETAKER/HANDYPERSON required for a large country house in a peaceful location in Mid-Cornwall. A two bedroom cottage with garden is available. This could be suitable for an early retired, but fit couple with some financial independence. Duties to include security, general house maintenance/decoration, odd jobs in the home area, occasional animal care and overall support within a team. Some small remuneration for extra work is possible. A clean driving license is essential. Please mail your resume and refrences: [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

SEEKING A COUPLE/INDIVIDUAL(S) to exchange room and board for taking care of my elderly father in South Florida/Broward County. He requires total care, is wheelchair bound and has some dementia, but can feed himself. He is very likable and mild mannered. He has a beautiful, upgraded two bedroom/two bath condo with a peaceful water view, woodsy with palm trees. The start date is ideally July 1st up until August 1st. Related expenses paid. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

A NORTH PALM BEACH FAMILY of three is seeking a hands-on Household Manager. This family’s 4,200 sq. ft. formal home holds a very busy household and lots of detail. This is a long-term, live-in position in a condo 10 minutes from the home. Responsibilities include housecleaning, food prep, light to moderate cooking of healthful and organic meals, providing dining service, grocery shopping and other errands, flower arranging, plant care, organization, packing, clothing care, dry cleaning management, providing guest and party service, very occasional traveling, and pet care. The ideal candidate will be a mature, experienced, nonsmoking professional who can self-start/self-manage and work independently; is healthy, unobtrusive, calm yet assertive, well-mannered, loyal, and trustworthy; and exemplifies an impeccable work ethic. Capabilities to follow detailed directions, refer to and review the Housekeeping Manual, and work smoothly with other staff to provide stellar service to the employer are all important to this position. If you have an expert knowledge of cleaning high-end surfaces, complete discretion, excellent organizational skills and memory, exquisite attention to detail, great time management, adaptability, and a high degree of efficiency, this family wants you! Experience in working in a formal household is required; professional training is a plus. Hours are Monday – Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.; alternately, a Tuesday through Saturday work schedule is possible. This is a can’t-miss employment opportunity for a skilled, experienced, dedicated household professional! Salary to $55,000 as commensurate with experience and skills. Please, no phone calls. Please send your resume to Professional Domestic Services & Institute at [Contact info available to subscribers] for consideration.

CARETAKER NEEDED in Delray Beach. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate. Caretaker needed to maintain all aspects of a Delray Beach, Florida home. Must be smart, reliable, trustworthy, handy with tools and takes pride in their work. Experience with pools and landscaping a plus, but experience in all aspects of home and grounds maintenance required! Must own tools and have reliable transportation. This is a full-time position. Please send your qualifications, resume and desired salary to [Contact info available to subscribers]

France

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A house sitter for six to twelve months in the beautiful South of France, located 30 km from Nice, and 40 km to Cannes. Need the house sitter to start in mid-August 2013. Please email Ulrike for further information at [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

Georgia

WANT A QUIET LIFE ON A HORSE FARM? We are looking for a (semi) retired couple who would work approximately 3.5 hours per day. You can live for free in a 1,000 sq. ft., two bedroom, two bathroom, plus, cabin mostly furnished with all modern equipment in return for feeding horses and maintaining the grounds. We have eight horses, mostly in pastures and come up for feeding and grooming in the AM plus PM. You should be self-sufficient with income plus insurance. Extra work will be compensated. We have a 60 acre farm with walking and riding trails, a fish pond, and the pool will be available. We are located 25 minutes west of Augusta, GA. Must be able to take charge – as independent contractor (Cash stipend). Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hawaii

AN ECOVILLAGE on East Maui is looking for caretakers. Three month minimum. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

MAUI – Caretaker wanted for an isolated property in the Hana District of Maui. This is a breathtakingly beautiful wilderness location far from power lines, crowds and stores. Light farming, mowing, clearing, infrastructure maintenance in exchange for simple but peaceful living accommodations and a small salary. A single or couple is OK. Must enjoy animals, gardening and apiary, and have experience operating and maintaining a tractor and independent power and water systems. Looking for a happy, energetic self-starter who appreciates solitude and loves natural life, and will find happiness in the challenge of producing natural food in a rain forest. References and resume required. Please reply to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SEEKING HARD-WORKING, RETIRED COUPLE, with a green thumb with experience in landscaping, gardening, tree planting, vegetable growing, construction, housekeeping, guest services and event planning. No drinkers, smokers, or meat eaters. Live/work trade opportunity in Hawaii. No stipend but awesome opportunity for revenue share depending on productivity and resourcefulness. Serious inquiries only. Please respond with a cover letter, resume or your work experience and references via email. Prefer animal lovers, but no animals are allowed in the house, so please keep this in mind if you have pets. We currently have one outside cat on the property. Must have Interest in alternative medicine and holistic health. Must be available in April 2013. This position is for two people. Please no solo inquiries. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER WANTED in Remote Waipio Valley, Hawaii. We are looking for a couple for our riverfront three acre property, in exchange for weekly hours of outdoor physical labor in landscaping and building. You will live in separate caretaker’s quarters. The owners don’t live on the property and you are on your own. 4WD car and references required. Cell phone/internet hookup on site. No smokers. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] Aloha, Rob and Pam

WE ARE A HAPPY FAMILY looking for one or two long-term helpers. The work would include gardening, weeding, the care of two goats, four chickens and pet care, mucking out pen/coop, composting, and hopefully some housekeeping. In addition, I have soap wrapping and product making in my hand-made soap business. The work in my soap business is labor type work of cutting soap, stacking, wrapping, and shipping. We are located 15 minutes from historic Makawao town up a mountain, on a windy, country, Eucalyptus tree lined road. This is ideally located on the slopes of the Haleakala in an area called Olinda on the island of Maui. The weather here is sunny and warm in the summer and autumn, with cooler weather in the winter and spring. We also have a little rainy time in winter and spring which lends itself to a nice lush landscape. In the winter the temperature at night can be in the 40’s F and 65 to 75 F in the day. Summer temps are usually 75 to 85 in the day and 65 to 75 at night. Perfect! It never reaches into the 90’s, even in the summer. We are a creative happy family with peaceful, positive energy and environment! We would provide a quaint small rustic cabin that is fully equipped with stove, oven, table, bed, small propane heater and furnished. There is a very nice old fashioned outhouse and an enclosed hot shower. After three weeks we offer a stipend of $75 each person, weekly. The hours are from 9:30 to 2:30 Monday to Friday. There is the possibility of this opportunity becoming a regular, salary position. We are looking for an optimistic person with visionary goals. Qualities we admire are honesty, integrity, and a considerate spirit. Hard working is huge plus too! We are very appreciative and grateful folks with people who help out on out little piece of paradise. Sorry, no smoking, drugs, pets. Foreign applicants are great too. Thanks so much for emailing us at [Contact info available to subscribers] and have a great day!

WORK EXCHANGE available in Keaau. We have only one acre, but we are using every inch to become self sufficient and environmentally sound. We work off the property doing alternative health and organic farming. We have goats, a big greenhouse with mainly kale and hundreds of fruit trees. Our exchange varies including gardening, maintenance, cleaning, building, and hopefully using your skills and interests that you are passionate about. We have vegetarian and vegan food here, so we prefer vegetarians and vegans. No drugs, alcohol, or smoking allowed on the property. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] and leave a message.

HELP NEEDED at the [Contact info available to subscribers]. We are an off grid eco sustainable organic farmstead that incorporates organic sustainable agroecology, permaculture, agroforestry, and regenerative agriculture in order to live within the means/carrying capacity of the land and within the earth fair share ecofootprint, so we co-create/responsibly steward a more fair, sustainable, and healthy planet. We live more simply so others (human and other species) can simply live. We need help from Peace Corp like minded folks so we can help save and take care of the planet. We want to attract folks who have more altruistic/giving personalities and who want to directly stop the insanity, vs. self indulgence/takers who are looking for a new adventure/vacation/cheap hangout (still about me, myself, and I, escapism, and adding to the problem). You can learn to become part of the solution instead part of the problem. We are an educational living project that aligns with peer reviewed scientific evidence that inspires us to come up with solutions to co-create the mother of us all in a fair, healthy, sustainable and responsible way. Rick is a physician and needs help so that he can finish writing a book and educate rather than medicate about creating a fair, responsible, healthy and sustainable Earth. Do you feel the pulse of the planet? Have you heard the voice of Ishmael the Gorilla? Long term/occasional short term couples or single folks, committed to deep ecology, permaculture, and who are health conscious, drug/addiction/materialism free, responsible, energetic, disciplined, fit, stable couple/single (age 20-40’s) wanted to caretake and give back to the mother of us all. Available March 1, 2013. We are asking that the couple/single “homestead dance” or work trade in exchange for housing: 21 hours per week for single (e.g. three hours, seven days per week) or 36 hours a week per couple. Hours are flexible. The dance entails: chopping coconuts, milking goats, coppicing nitrogen fixing trees for green manure and fodder, garden/structure maintenance, making dog food and supplements for the cats. We use only hand tools such as loppers, bow saws, pruning saws, axes and transport fodder, green/animal manures in wheelbarrows. Bulk organic food is available for extra hours (about two hours per week for most of your calories). Six months minimum stay, but we are occasionally open to short-term stays. Four structures are available, with panoramic ocean views. We have a rain water catchment stored in ferro-cement tanks, hot shower, stove, refrigerator, wireless internet, surfing four miles away, and snorkeling for miles. Desire pet, child, and auto free. County bus transportation is one dollar. Live local, think global and be hopeful. Please send your resume, references, and photo to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Iceland

SEEDS VOLUNTEERS needed to work this year once again with the local municipality in Patreksfjörður, in the West Fjords from September 4 through September 18. SEEDS has been working in the municipality for the last seven years in different projects. The West Fjords are among the most breathtakingly beautiful places in Iceland, with its high mountains and dramatic fjords cutting deep into the landscape. Volunteers will be beautifying the town of Patreksfjörður and surroundings by maintaining walking paths, planting trees and taking care of green areas. We will probably do some painting jobs as well and various other tasks that need to be done around town. The working plan will be flexible and it will depend on the needs of our local host and the advance of the diverse projects in the area as well as weather conditions. The weather conditions in Iceland can be unpredictable, be prepared to experience different kinds of weather and bring warm clothing since most of the work takes place outdoors. SEEDS volunteers will be hosted in a local house in a sleeping bag accommodation. Please bring your own sleeping bag. Food supplies will be provided and a kitchen will be available. Volunteers will share the duties of cooking and cleaning. Patreksfjörður is a typical fishing village with a population of about 800. It is the biggest town in the southern part of the West Fjords. Patreksfjörður got its name from its first settler, whose spiritual guide was St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. Somewhat fittingly it was in this fjord that the first potatoes were cultivated in Iceland in the 18th century. Volunteers should have a motivation for working outdoors and be prepared to experience different kinds of weather in a very isolated region of the country. There will be countless opportunities to discover the area by foot or to hike the surroundings; the location is surrounded by stunning nature. Our hosting partner will organise free time activities in the area; for instance visiting the local swimming pool, horseback riding and/or kayaking. To learn more, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

Idaho

OPENING COMING IN SPRING, 2013. Caretaker and barn helper needed for a small North Idaho ranch. 22 horses total, including weanlings and yearlings. Three – four broodmares. Prefer a retired couple on Social Security who are self reliant and self-starters. Must have verifiable prior ranch experience. Provide complete care for the horses. Must be able to operate tractors and do simple maintenance. Mow lawns in summer. Weed whack along roads. Feed horses, work with weanlings and yearlings. Ride ranch horses for exercise. Must be able to worm and vaccinate horses. Get horses ready for the farrier and hold them and then put them back on pasture. Clean a few stalls when there are horses in the barn. Keep barn and barn office clean. Starting colts a bonus. We foal in the early spring. We raise cutting horses. Provide a lovely home with fireplace and two bedrooms plus office and all utilities. Salary too, depending on abilities. The ranch is for sale so either stay on with the new owner or get a moving bonus when the ranch sells. Non-drinking and non-smoking. A background check is required. Truck provided for ranch errands. The job will keep you busy yet there will be time for fishing and sightseeing. Located 20 minutes from Lake Pend Oreille. Please send your complete resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Caretaker Profile

“Dennis Manz, Property caretaker specializing in remote and challenging environments” Date of Birth: 5/30/50 Address: [Contact info available to subscribers] Interests: Photography, writing, travel to new places, internet research, and meeting new interesting people. Quote: “What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” Ralph Waldo Emerson

Dennis Manz

Over the past seven years, caretaker experiences have taken me from the very remote, hot and very dry desert of Canyonlands National Park, to a beautiful 2,400 square foot residence on a secluded lake in Northern New Mexico, to a remote cabin at 9,600 feet in the Elk Mountains of Colorado, to a dude ranch in the Crazy Mountains of Montana, and currently to a small ranch with a Mediterranean climate in the Ventana Wilderness of California. Those adventures have been filled with challenges and unique learning experiences, teaching me to appreciate the importance of being patient and self-sufficient. After working in the corporate world for 25 years, I decided to spend the rest of my days exploring different parts of the United States. The first 25 years of my life were spent in southern Wisconsin. I graduated from Craig High School in Janesville, Wisconsin and attended the University of Wisconsin for a few years before setting out to travel the world. I never made it around the world, but did travel (mostly hitchhiking) through quite a few countries before ending up back in the United States. A friend offered me a job in the solar energy field. I jumped at the chance and moved to California, which was my home for the next 25 years. In 2003 I officially retired from the corporate world, subscribed to The Caretaker Gazette, and began my journey as a full-time property caretaker. One of my recent positions was as a house sitter on a 600-acre ranch in the high desert, 40 miles east of Cedarville, California. The gentleman I house sat for is a birder and has identified 78 different species of birds sighted from the property. Rancho Rechiso, where I was house sitting, redefined for me the meaning of quiet, undisturbed, and no pollution. The property is off-grid with solar power, wood, and propane as sources of energy. There is no noise, radiation, or any other type of environmental pollution out on the property. Being a property caretaker is definitely a great alternative lifestyle compared to paying rent for a small apartment in a busy city. In my opinion there is no better way to reduce monthly expenses and still maintain a decent standard of living. The best things about being a property caretaker are a renewed sense of personal freedom, reduction in my monthly living expenses, and the experience of visiting new and interesting places. However, just the opportunity to experience a renewed sense of freedom is an invaluable gift. In the 9-5 world there is always a faster pace with time frame pressures for having to complete job duties. In property caretaker situations there is still a great sense of responsibility, but there is generally a sense of freedom that allows the caretaker to set his or her own schedule. Of course there are still emergency situations that will occur from time to time that command immediate and sustained action. Last winter I was caretaker at the Rocky Mountain Biological Labs in Gothic, Colorado living at 9,500 feet in the Elk Mountain range. The annual snowfall is around 400 inches. I had responsibilities that could be accomplished within my own scheduled time. One such job was climbing a steep 150-foot hill with typically new and deep snow to get to the weather station. This was often done in high winds and low visibility conditions. The key was being prepared, dressing warm, good snowshoes, and taking the time needed to avoid mistakes. Trying to hurry through this sort of task could have proven to be very dangerous. Another job I had every few days was cutting firewood, since that was the only way to keep my cabin warm enough to survive. I had to dig out an 8-foot trench on the woodshed side of my cabin to cut my firewood. The wind would blow down through that trench off of a 12,000-foot high peak and would chill your bones. Of course being a property caretaker is not just doing whatever you want whenever you want to do it. The keys for being a successful caretaker are simple. First and foremost you are serving the property owners’ needs. I always respect and show the ultimate in responsibility for the properties I take care of. I always follow through with commitments and take pride in doing every task to the best of my ability. I always want to leave a clean footprint where I live and work. This means doing the best job possible and always keeping the best interests of the property owner in mind. This philosophy has worked well for me and continually rewarded me with new and interesting caretaker opportunities. I have been asked several times if I get bored living in remote areas and being in situations where the caretaker may not see anyone for weeks or even months at a time. My response is no, bored is not in my vocabulary. I never feel detached from the real world. I think my claim to this comes from the fact that I truly enjoy solitude, embrace silence, and always have had the Internet to keep in touch with friends and family. I also know that the solitude will not last forever. I have a creative mind which keeps me occupied doing things. I think people with a genuine love of the outdoors, that truly enjoy living alone, and are creative, will find it easier to adjust to the life of a remote property caretaker.

Avery Cabin, where Dennis lived as a caretaker

Louisiana

CARETAKER POSITION WITH PROFIT SHARING available. A long-term tenant or couple willing to work organic bio sustainable and other natural methods is needed for a farm startup. Must have a willingness to try new approaches which include RBTI and forest garden approaches. Permaculture certification is a plus. Must be honest, dependable, and able to stay on work tasks. Work details include fencing building, tractor and lawn maintenance, animal husbandry, pond maintenance and handyman activities for the main house and guest quarters, along with managing and supervising WOOFers activities. Resume, references and a background check is required, no drugs, and must be able to pass a random drug test. A one bedroom house (900 square feet) with full kitchen and washer and dryer hookups and balcony over-looking the bayou are available for living quarters on 8.5 acres of land with a 2.5 acre stocked pond, 60 miles from New Orleans. Must have personal transportation and a driver’s licenses, and willingness to work the farmers market in New Orleans or surrounding areas. You will be participating in revenue generated from the farm. No children. May have pets, only if they don’t interfere with other farm animals. Located in the heart of Cajun country in a rural farm neighborhood with a warm and friendly community, 60 miles from The Big Easy. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Maine

LEARN FARMING IN RETIREMENT: Intern couple wanted for the 2013 season (May – October) on a certified organic Maine farm near Belfast (52 acres: four acres in cultivation, 23 acres in hay, and no animals). Compensation is on-site housekeeping cabin, veggies, paid MOFGA conferences, and modest season-end bonus. We had thirty years experience as suburban gardeners and are now going into our sixth year as certified organic commercial growers. Training on farm planning, field plans, equipment and market strategy and budgets plus hands on planting, weeding, mulching, equipment operation, spraying, harvesting, post-harvest processing, customer contact and marketing. Please see our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER position available. We are looking for an experienced person or couple to be the year-round and full-time caretaker for our farm and other properties located on the Schoodic Peninsula. The position is responsible for farm work, general maintenance, and light carpentry. Previous animal care and gardening skills a plus. A valid driver’s license with a good driving record is required. The salary is commensurate with experience. Please send us a resume with some details about yourself, including references and contact information to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Massachusetts

CARETAKER WANTED in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts. Duties include groundskeeping, mowing, weed-wacking, driveway and machinery maintenance, gardening, horse care (three horses), stable and stall maintenance. A spacious one bedroom apartment will be provided. Experience and references required. To apply, please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER(S)/HANDYMAN/Personal Assistant needed in Southbridge, Massachusetts. Will need to keep my New England country estate running smoothly in exchange for rent or salary. Duties are house cleaning/cooking, sewing, computer work, hosting guests, errands, chauffeuring, grounds/pool maintenance, and home repairs. Experience tranquil living on 10 acres of land, meadow, pond and yet only one hour to Boston, Providence, Hartford, Wachusett Mountain Ski area, Quabbin Reservoir, and 1.5 hours to Newport or Berkshires and 2.5 hours to New York City. Located by Sturbridge Village and the Brimfield Antiques show. Enjoy horse riding, biking, hiking, boating, golfing, and skiing. Please email me a cover letter, resume, references and a recent photo to [Contact info available to subscribers]

HOUSE/PET SITTER NEEDED on Cape Cod, MA. Seeking a retired single or couple from the Boston or Providence, RI area who enjoys frequent visits to Cape Cod, to look after our four indoor cats, keep the house tidy in our absence and tend to our garden. We have a two bedroom, three level modern home with lots of natural light on a one acre, close to everything beautiful Cape Cod has to offer. We travel often and seek someone who is available for one to three weeks at a time. Prefer non-smokers/-drinkers and phenomenal cat lovers. No children or guest visits while at our home. Tell me a little about yourself, why you like cats, and please provide references. A background check will be done. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER NEEDED at the [Contact info available to subscribers]. We are seeking a personable, cheerful individual(s) to join our team. This position requires knowledge and experience in property maintenance including building, grounds and an in-ground pool. Applicants must have great organizational, communication and time management skills. Must be able to troubleshoot emergency situations, write concise reports and be physically able to lift 50lbs or more. You will be required to obtain a Pool Operator Certificate. Live in a cottage on-site in lieu of salary. Approximately 25 hours weekly. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mexico

CARETAKER/MANAGER COUPLE needed for a four unit bed and breakfast on the Mexican Caribbean. Maintenance skills and a willingness to interact patiently and pleasantly with people are required. Some Spanish language skills are desirable. You will be responsible for checking in guests, making light breakfast, generally looking after the needs of guests, and the upkeep of the property. We are solar powered with a backup generator. This could turn into a long term arrangement for the right couple. The start date is negotiable. Housing and salary provided. Possible profit sharing available. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Michigan

CARETAKING COUPLE OR INDIVIDUAL WANTED for a seven-cabin lakeside resort from mid-May through mid-October in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Located next to a scenic wilderness area famous for its pristine lakes and virgin forest. Great canoeing, kayaking, hiking and fishing. Duties include guest relations, cabin housekeeping and routine repairs. Lodging provided in a private lakeside cabin. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

Mississippi

A BEAUTIFUL PLANTATION near Natchez, Mississippi needs a friendly caretaker or couple. Couple preferred. This is a gorgeous environment for a naturalist. The caretaker will need to do heavy lifting once in awhile, regular two horse care, one dog care, have very good organic gardening, maintenance and repair skills, and be computer savvy. Because of marketing the vegetables, you will need to be friendly and have good social skills. You will need to drive, have your own vehicle, and be able to drive a pickup attached to a horse trailer. If you can ride and work the horses, it is a bonus for us. You will also need to be self motivated, a creative thinker, healthy, non drug user, and prefer no tobacco. Need a progressive thinker without trauma residue that affects work. A two bedroom, one bath, big porches, historic, rustic, comfy home is yours to use and keep neat and clean. There is a small monthly salary and the opportunity for extra jobs for extra income. A minimum of a year commitment is preferred. Heat, humidity, insects and wild critters come along with the tropical woodsy climate here May through September. If you love nature, warmth, southern environment, growing your own food, and a big place with huge live oak trees and plenty of solitude (if you want it), this position is for you. Require interview in person, or on Skype. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Missouri

RETREAT CARETAKERS NEEDED. We are seeking live-in caretakers for year-round work on our remote 500 acre family retreat in mid-Missouri with two mile river frontage surrounded by 9,000 acres of state forest. Duties include extensive yard work, housecleaning, occasional meal preparation and light maintenance. Work varies from 10, 50 hours/week, averaging 30 hours. In addition to compensation, a new four bedroom log-style home is provided. This would be perfect for physically active early retirees who love the outdoors. Please contact us by email at [Contact info available to subscribers]

YOU’RE INVITED TO HELP on a 7th generation working ranch on the Meramec River in Missouri’s Ozarks. Beef cattle, gaited horses, hay and guests provide a variety of experiences. Riding vacations and the beautiful river attract visitors from near and far. Many skills are useful here. Horse experience is helpful but not essential. Good health and a sense of humor are needed. We are located 75 miles southwest of St. Louis, MO. To learn more about [Contact info available to subscribers] and to apply, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

Montana

SUMMER CARETAKER NEEDED from June 10 to September 15, 2013 at a small ranch-like place, high in the foothills of south-central Montana. This is an isolated area. It has good cell phone reception. Single person only. No pets whatsoever. Abundant wildlife. Care for the buildings and cleanup after weekly overnight visitors from a neighboring guest ranch. Good to excellent carpentry skills needed. Will pay separately for various small construction jobs as needed. Must water new grass plantings for six weeks and check water line at least weekly. Will have a small cabin with bath and wood burning stove and standard ranch food. Monthly stipend to start at $1,000. You will need to provide checkable references and a letter stating why you want the job. For more details please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED. Live-on property, year-round caretaker and housekeeper/cook needed to work with a small team to maintain the principal’s primary residence and property in a rural Western Montana mountain setting. Qualified candidates have experience working in a rural setting and share similar green philosophy with the principal. Part of the couple will work a flexible 30-40 hours/week as housekeeper/cook (should have good housekeeping and above average cooking skills). Candidates need to know about building and construction, and mechanical maintenance and repairs including green technologies. A spacious, newly renovated two bedroom cottage on the property will be provided. Excellent salary and benefits provided, with a flexible start date. Please email resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Nebraska

RANCH POSITION AVAILABLE in Bartlett, a small village in Wheeler County. Applicants will need cattle skills, and machinery operation abilities. General ranch skills are also required. Housing provided. To apply, please fax your resume with references to [Contact info available to subscribers].

New Mexico

CARETAKER/NANNY needed at a Christian Ministry Retreat in a Mountain Lodge. Use of hot tub, 4×4, horses, trails, Indian ruins, tall pines, springs and a positive healthy environment. We have a nine bedroom lodge with guest houses in the middle of 15,000 acres in the Gila National Forest in New Mexico. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for more details.

CARETAKER NEEDED for a remote property surrounded by forest and BLM. This is a great location for gold/treasure hunters, ATVs, horseback riders or hikers. RV with slide out, water, propane and solar furnished. There is an average of ten hours per week taking care of livestock, livestock guard dogs and the electric fence. The starting date is mid-April. Need to be able to stay at least until the end of October. For more information please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

I AM AN OLDER WOMAN, living on five mostly undeveloped acres just outside Roswell, NM (yes, that Roswell) who needs help both inside and out, including small plumbing and electrical jobs, tiling, carpentry, landscaping (xeriscape), fencing and turning at least half of the property into a site suitable for goats, llamas and chickens, as well as a garden. And, if you’re into cooking or housekeeping, I wouldn’t turn that down either. I also have several older motorcycles (my means of transportation) that could use some TLC if anyone has mechanical knowledge. You’d get a private room (shared bath) in my home, and could work as many or as few hours a day as you’d like. I love meeting folks from around the world. The help will be nice, but just meeting interesting folks is the best part. I’m also a font of knowledge about what there is to do in New Mexico (aside from Roswell aliens) and would give you lots of time to explore. Since I’m new to this I have no references. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

THIS IS AN HISTORIC HIPPIE COMMUNE from the 60’s, which has become a working permaculture farm for vegetables, berries, fruit and chickens. The Rio Hondo drains Taos Ski Valley (18 miles away) into the Rio Grande (one mile away). Our fields of grasses, sage, pinion pine and juniper look up to the Sangre de Christo Mountains and down on the Rio Hondo gorge. We live and teach self-sufficiency, have a large adobe solar home and shop, outbuildings, greenhouse, and root cellar. We love art, music, beauty, simplicity, natural healing, and helping one another attain skills to live successfully in challenging times. We’re happy to share teaching and learning farming and survival skills with others who are open, flexible, and independent. We accept a limited number of farm helpers but are always open to meet new people and to talk. Experience is great yet a solid work ethic and genuine interest in sustainable agriculture are more important. A good helper should be able to listen to directions, but also be innovative and take initiative. Farming in the northern New Mexico climate is challenging and full of surprises, so it’s difficult to set regular, daily task schedules most times of the year. Thus, we are looking for people who are flexible and adaptable, who can focus on one task and then quickly change gears to something else. This includes the ability to work different schedules at different times. We expect a solid twenty-five hours per week, and offer flexible down-time to pursue your own interests here or in the culturally rich nearby village of Taos and New Mexico itself. This experience is more than farming. New Buffalo is also about living and working together in a group setting. Though there are no children at the moment, we are already a diverse group of people in terms of age, and the ability to work and live in a multi-generational setting is a must. We are looking for people with the emotional maturity and communication skills to be able to discuss issues that might arise with honesty and compassion. At the moment we are hoping to fill a few, very specific, longer-term positions. The first, ideally at least a four-month minimum, is for part-time farming and part-time housekeeping that would include food and a private room in the main building. The housekeeping tasks are fairly light, but helping to manage the main building is a must, and could involve helping occasional guests, workshops, or retreats. The second position or rather, positions would be another four-month minimum stay, preferably from June through September. Ideally, a couple would fill this position and live in a comfortable two-room adobe attached to our new 900′ greenhouse. There is also a very rustic, plumbed space which could be developed into a kitchen. This position would be mostly farming and includes daily management of the greenhouse attached to the facility. Work could be shared between two people, but a genuine interest in small-scale, regenerative agriculture is a must. If any of these situations seem interesting, please write to us and we would be happy to discuss it further and answer any questions. Please mail your letter to [Contact info available to subscribers].

PERMANENT CARETAKER(S) WANTED in southwest New Mexico. Rural stream-side property. Light, part-time support needed. Sometimes alone. Vegetarian. To learn more, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

SEEKING A FEMALE CAREGIVER for a female WW2 Vet who longs to return to her beautiful 30 acre farm, three hours north of New York City. Must be able to handle symptoms of early dementia. Room and board provided plus stipend. This is a perfect opportunity for a patient, resourceful person working on an independent project. Starting June 2013. Background check will be performed. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

TRAVELLING HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED in New York City. The job responsibilities include: responsible for the deep cleaning of floors, windows, bathroom, etc., carry out washing, ironing, steaming and linen care, including washing delicate fabrics, organizing of drawers and closets, helping with packing and unpacking suitcases, care of fine furnishings, finishes and arts, preparing breakfast for the principal, service during dinner and event parties, assisting the Chef during events, daily kitchen cleaning with the Chef, travel with the principal to his other residences, pet care (two dogs), including walking, running errands, dealing with vendors, and handling special requests and related duties as needed. This position requires experience working full-time in a private household, English communication skills, working knowledge of all areas of property maintenance, flexibility to work outside of strict job description parameters, thinking creatively about how to provide the highest quality of service, and flexibility of schedule and to travel for a few weeks at a time. Must like dogs. Must have a valid NY State driver’s license. This is a smoke-free environment. Salary of $60,000 per year, depending on experience. Two weeks paid vacation. Medical insurance provided. Live-out in NYC and live-in in Southampton and Miami. The job starting date is ASAP. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

A BUFFALO, NY ADULT COUPLE is seeking a Household Manager to supervise their staff of eight. This is a rustic yet formal 34,000 square foot home located in a beautiful rural area. The homeowners employ a Personal Assistant, a Chef, Housekeepers, a Florist, and a Laundress. Responsibilities include supervising and working very closely in coordination with staff, providing backup wherever needed, running errands, purchasing, event planning, some food preparation, providing both casual and formal dining service, and anything else necessary to ensure a smoothly-running home. The right candidate must have knowledge of caring for fine materials such as leather, linen, silver, crystal, and fine china. Other qualities necessary for this position include strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; high energy and good physical condition; a reserved, calm, and professional demeanor with a polished appearance; comfortable computer skills (for Internet purchasing and some Microsoft Word and Excel usage); and a good intuition for anticipating employer needs while remaining unobtrusive. Previous experience working in a very large wealthy home or equivalent professional training is a must. Salary to $85,000 and includes benefits and an automobile provided for work-related use. Housing will be provided for six months or longer. Please, no phone calls. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers].

[Contact info available to subscribers], a 600 acre rustic retreat overlooking [Contact info available to subscribers] in the Adirondacks in upstate New York, seeks a full-time innkeeping couple to start late April, 2013. At least three years of hospitality experience, or a degree in Hotel Management preferred. The following skills/experiences are sought: managing reservations, bookkeeping software, marketing, social media, supervising staff, maintaining high standards for housekeeping/condition of buildings and grounds, fostering customer satisfaction, communication skills, and providing food service. Compensation includes an apartment with paid utilities and board, monthly salary, paid vacation, share of tips with staff, and a performance-based bonus. Please submit your resume and contact information for three professional references by March 26, 2013 to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Nicaragua

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED. My name is Celine, a 29-year-old French lady who is living near the city of Leon, Nicaragua. I would like to tell you a little story, so pay attention please: I have purchased land in a little authentic fishing and surfing village in Nicaragua called Jiquilillo, in order to start a non-profit project for children and teenagers. This village is beautiful. One can find many open-hearted people and children everywhere here who just want to learn more, but unfortunately they don’t have this chance, unlike powerful countries such as the United States or European ones, children don’t have the chance to attend to learning based activities or practice any kind of sport because there are no facilities to make it possible. I bought some land and I would like to build a playground area and an art school. Currently everything is in process, the more help I get, the faster we’ll be, and obviously the sooner my social non-profit project will be done. It is not an organization. I am doing everything on my own. I have a lot of ideas in mind but I need people to make them real. It would be great to get some construction workers with experience, carpenters, painters, etc. and naturally some engineers. Child lovers with no experience are also welcome. My idea is that every single child develops his/her creativity, imagination, etc. to give them a chance to learn art, painting, languages, jewelry making, dancing, playing instruments, circus stuff, cooking and many other things, that are totally possible to learn in another country but not here. I would like to give them a place where they could play freely, learn skating, climbing on a bouldering wall, play ping pong and table football, as extra activities after school, as they have plenty of time and expect to make the most of it. I first need volunteers who are able to help me to build a concrete skate bowl, a wooden climbing bouldering wall, a ping pong table and many other games. Also, renovate an eleven meter long school bus which actually will be the volunteering place initially. The bus will consist of a five bed sleeping area, and another area for a kitchen shared with a table and some seats. Work will consist in painting the interior part of the bus and install all the facilities. Currently, there is just a toilet and a shower and an open rancho where a campsite can be placed, with hammocks, a gas cooker, seats, etc. Naturally you must be a nature lover. It is all I can provide now because everything needs to be built, but once the construction is finished, it would be a lovely, colorful and artistic place where everyone will be welcome. Once the bus is done, volunteers will be given shelter in exchange to 3/4 every day hours giving language, art, and yoga classes. The place offers lots of opportunities for the volunteers during their free time such as surfing, climbing volcanoes, fishing, etc. so, if you are an adventurous traveler who feels like helping me to give a better future for the children, I can offer you a place to stay if you give me a hand with the project and make a better world. Hopefully you can join me! Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Ohio

A POWELL, OH ADULT COUPLE is seeking an expert Estate Housekeeper with at least two years’ experience working in a wealthy home to care for their museum-quality home with dogs to begin immediately. The right candidate will be one who takes pride in his or her work, be very detail-oriented and be able to detail-clean meticulously. Must also have an attractive, professional presence; be a non-smoker; be punctual; have a pleasant personality; and have dependable transportation. This is a live-out position. Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] for consideration. Those being considered will then be required to complete an Employment Application, if one is not already on file with [Contact info available to subscribers]. No phone calls will be accepted.

A NEW ALBANY, OH EXECUTIVE is seeking a live-out Housekeeper for her 7,800 sq. ft. home. This is a position that requires a very experienced and knowledgeable professional who is capable of thoroughly cleaning a home filled with expensive, upscale furnishings and possessions. The Lady of the House owns a Goldendoodle dog that you will be required to take to the groomer as needed and whose living area you will need to keep clean. Other responsibilities include general and detailed housecleaning, laundry and ironing, organization, running errands, supervising vendors and outside personnel (including gardeners, caterers, and interior/exterior maintenance), possibly maintaining household inventory, and purchasing cleaning supplies. The ideal candidate will be a nonsmoker who is detail-oriented, takes initiative, and is able to recognize and solve problems on his or her own. This is a wonderful opportunity to work for a woman whose last Housekeeper was with her for nine years. Hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Salary is commensurate with experience and skills. Please, no phone calls. Please send resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers] for consideration.

Oregon

BE A PART OF AN EXCITING SEASONAL SUMMER BUSINESS in an absolutely breathtaking spot. Our destination Inn with “glamping” tipi lodging and upscaled facility sits on the edge of Joseph Creek Canyon in Wallowa County, Oregon. We are interviewing to find the perfect couple/individuals who are willing to help run all phases of the operation. Must love people, nature/rural living and an attention to details. We provide a nice camper or you can bring yours. Monthly stipend and room/board. Please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] to see more. Please email us at [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER NEEDED for acreage, horses, dogs, and cats on the Southern Oregon Coast. Located five miles from Golf Resort. No salary, but space provided in my home. For more details, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

HELP WANTED. A permanent all around farm caretaker is needed on our farm in northwestern Oregon. Furnished housing for one person will be included. To apply, please mail your letter of interest/resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

A SMALL, PRIVATE GATED ESTATE on the southern Oregon Coast near Brookings seeks a caretaker. Lodging furnished with 34′ 5th wheel RV, new deck and 20′ covered patio. Small bath house with shower, WC, washer, dryer and storage. 25 hours weekly in exchange for space, all utilities and wi-fi. Extra hours paid at $10 per hour. Duties include landscape, garden, small orchid greenhouse and general maintenance. Non-smokers, no pets. Owner operates a RV awning sales and repair business and would consider teaching the complete business to interested person(s). We offer profit sharing on the awning business after securing job skills. Available April 15, 2013. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

Pennsylvania

CARETAKER NEEDED. A full-time position is available at a beautiful camp in northeast Pennsylvania (Pocono Mountains). Applicant must be experienced in overall maintenance of children’s camp. Should have knowledge of carpentry, lawn equipment maintenance, plumbing, electrical, grounds and pool care. Additional support staff provided during late spring and summer. Housing and utilities provided. Salary dependent upon experience. Excellent opportunity for couples and retirees. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] or please fax resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Peru

VOLUNTEERS AND WORKERS needed at [Contact info available to subscribers]. Our lodge is in the Inca town of Ollantaytambo, gateway to Machu Picchu in the Sacred Valley of Cusco, Peru. It is a small (eight rooms) quality Bed and Breakfast located in the pedestrian Inca streets of the village. We currently are looking for responsible help, ideally a couple. We do work exchange with responsible, tidy people who help with reception, breakfasts, checking rooms, sometimes answering email, luggage pick-up and other work as required. 30 hours a week in return for Bed and Breakfast. We also supply lunch most days. The accommodation is in nice hotel rooms with private bath. A key element of the job is to empower local staff with regard to speaking English as well as computer and administrative skills. One thing to realize is that working hours usually include Sundays, when local staff prefers to be with their families. We prefer to work with long-term help, preferably three months or more, though we will consider shorter term stays for well-qualified helpers. You must speak good Spanish and English, be personable, tidy and have good attention to detail. It doesn’t cost much to live here if you are on a budget. We are also interested in people with carpentry, maintenance, gardening and marketing skills, preferably as part of the long-term help. You must be hard-working and enthusiastic, just like us! To learn more, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] or call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Puerto Rico

CARETAKER POSITION AVAILABLE in Puerto Rico. We are looking for one or two women to take care of a home and property with birds ASAP. This position is long term. For more information please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Rhode Island

EXPERIENCED HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED for a full-time position in a large home in the Newport, RI area. Cleaning, laundry, ironing skills, and some cooking required. Must be meticulous, flexible, good attitude, take directions, and have a professional disposition. Prefer a reasonably local candidate. Please send your resume/references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Scotland

AN EXPERIENCED LIVE-IN CARETAKER/GARDENER is required for an 18th century A listed castle and chapel set within 24 acres in Fife, Scotland. The position involves day-to-day responsibility for the estate gardening and maintenance to the highest possible standard. The castle and chapel have recently undergone major restoration and landscaping so the ideal person will have a working knowledge of horticulture and arboriculture for hard and soft landscaping. Other duties will include general maintenance and organizing external contractors as and when necessary. The caretaker will also be responsible for security and emergency response alarms. A practical knowledge of health and safety techniques including relevant certificates would be a bonus. The hours are 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. A flexible approach is necessary. This is a live-in position with a newly built cottage and garage situated within the grounds. Please mail your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers].

South Dakota

house sitter NEEDED for our beautiful home and small ranchette in Sioux Falls, SD from May 1 to September 1, to tend to our three horses, two dogs, one cat, roses and garden. The house sitter will need to care for our animals (no exercise required for pets) and water the plants. Would prefer a live-in house sitter but will consider twice daily visits to our home for feeding/watering duties. There is an option to have a car available to a licensed driver with a good driving record during their stay here. Please email at least three checkable references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

PART-TIME HELP needed, primarily leading trail rides on weekends in exchange for a newly remodeled three bedroom house with utilities. Horsemanship skills and experience a must. Ability to lift 50 pounds and normal ranch work required. Extra work for hourly wages possible. Candidates must pass a background check. This would be ideal for a retired couple. Please send your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CATCARE NEEDED on the Texas Coast from April through June 15. I have five outdoor cats who need food and water. You can live in our small cabin close to the harbor in an art community-town. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

RANCH FOREMAN WANTED for a ranch near Denton, Texas. Must be able to manage ranch operations, cattle, equipment, and do repairs. Must have ranch work experience. Please mail your resumes to: [Contact info available to subscribers]

SOUTH TEXAS RANCHHAND needed. We have an excellent opportunity for the right individual or husband/wife team with the following qualifications: general ranch maintenance and repair including welding, cow/calf operation experience, ranch/farm equipment operation and maintenance experience, basic necessary tools, and have a stable work history with references. We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus benefits, and living accommodations (no pets please). A ranch vehicle for work use will be provided. Please fax your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers].

RANCH CARETAKERS needed. We are looking for an energetic couple/others for caretakers on a ranch thirty-five miles north of Amarillo. Must have knowledge in road maintenance using heavy equipment, and welding. House cleaning and maintenance, cooking, and yard care. Housing, utilities, a vehicle, fuel for on ranch use only and other benefits provided, Salary commensurate with experience. Please mail your resume to Caretaker Position, [Contact info available to subscribers]

A CENTRAL TEXAS FAMILY is seeking a live-in Housekeeper. They are seeking someone with at least two years’ previous experience working in a private wealthy home, or the equivalent in professional training, to begin immediately. They have other employees, so must be a team player with a pleasant personality who is able to pitch in wherever needed. The right candidate will be one who takes pride in his or her work; can read, write, and speak English well; be very detail-oriented; have excellent organizational skills; be able to manage his or her time wisely; and have a professional appearance and demeanor. Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] for consideration. No phone calls will be accepted.

FARM AND RANCH HAND needed, no experience necessary, will train. Must be able to work with a boss and crew. You will receive a furnished three bedroom, two bath house plus utilities, on a school bus route. Please mail your resume and include your marital status and age to: [Contact info available to subscribers].

RANCH HELP NEEDED in the Aubrey, Texas area. The job duties require a selfmotivated person who is willing to work with others as well as maintain equipment, maintain properties, and have a good driving record. Salary housing and utilities provided. Please fax your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers].

Utah

LONG-TERM OPPORTUNITY available for an honest, trustworthy retired or early-retired caretaker couple with an outside income. No drugs, no smoking, and no drinking. Our home is in the small town of Huntsville, UT. We need help maintaining the property and caretaking of our home and one dog in our absence. Work includes help with lawn care, gardening maintenance, pool upkeep and light home maintenance. Weekly cleaning in home and occasional serving and cleanup help needed. No cooking. Work in exchange for a beautiful new one bedroom apartment, private entrance and most utilities. References a must. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

WINTER CARETAKER WANTED: Reliable and rugged individual, family or companions to live in a rural Vermont home, off-the-grid, in exchange for caretaking duties from September 1, 2013 through May 31, 2014. Resident on the property, the Winter Caretaker functions as our point person during the winter season when owners are rarely present. Furnished apartment with propane appliances, propane, and wood stove provided. The 400 acre property is isolated, with exquisite scenery and wildlife; pond, lake, forest and meadows surrounded by protected land in Mt. Holly, Vermont. There are additional employment opportunities in nearby Ludlow and ski areas. You can learn more at [Contact info available to subscribers] To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

LOOKING FOR A COUPLE OR INDIVIDUALS to act as Butler/House Manager and Cook/Chef for an estate in Virginia, preferably, searching for a couple. Alternatively, they will consider two suitable qualified independent candidates, one as Butler/House Manager and the other as a Cook/Chef, but they will need to be able to work well together and be team players. The candidates must already be legally entitled to work in the USA. The successful candidates need to be very hands on (these are not senior level roles) and must also be prepared to travel between my client’s other estates in London and Aspen, to help out when required. Must have relevant experience in similar roles. Please contact Robin Lewin if you are interested in discussing either or both of these roles. I can be reached on [Contact info available to subscribers]

A RICHMOND, VA FAMILY is seeking a hands-on Household Manager/Nanny. The family has two children, a 5-year-old daughter with a nut allergy and a 3-year-old son. Both parents work from their 4,500 square foot home. Responsibilities in this position include some childcare, housecleaning, laundry, overseeing vendors, grocery shopping, preparing lunch for the gentleman of the house and, if the Household Manager enjoys cooking, preparing dinner. They do employ a cleaning service one day a week. They are a very nice family seeking a nonsmoker who can be flexible with scheduling, including some overnights. This is a great opportunity to work and take care of a busy family who will really appreciate your service. Please, no phone calls. If you are interested, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] for consideration.

Washington

A house sitting POSITION is available in Spokane from mid-June until around Christmas, when we will be away. Our home is a large, five bedroom, and fully furnished house with all amenities in an upscale neighborhood. Very light duties are expected and include watering the plants, taking care of the yard and communication with the owners. We have no pets. If interested, please write to John at [Contact info available to subscribers] and please include references and your past house sitting experience.

Wyoming

HELP WANTED on a small family-owned, irrigated farm/feedlot operation near Douglas. This position will be available May 1, 2013. Applicants must have at least three years of experience and references to back it up. Housing and utilities provided. We have a modernized, one bedroom/one bath apartment located on site. Salary is dependent on your experience and references. No smoking, drugs, or pets. To apply, please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Eco-minded Vermont family looking for an opportunity to spend time on the coast of Maine. Reliable, responsible, community-oriented. Aromatherapist/gardener and carpenter/handyman with many useful skills. Housing and pay both necessary. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Construction/Real Estate Management professional with 15+ years senior level experience seeks caretaker/large property management role in central Colorado/Rocky Mountain area. Leadership and execution experience on projects from $100,000 – $30,000,000 in residential and commercial construction. Business professional with the technical and hands on background. Extraordinary References. Have a BS Operations Management degree from Drexel University, Philadelphia. My wife and I decided a few years ago to someday relocate to the Colorado Mountains from the Philadelphia area. Plan to be in the area full time by mid-summer but am available to start working remotely right away or on-site as early as May. Own a business here and will be handing it over to family. ([Contact info available to subscribers]) Please contact: [Contact info available to subscribers]

California. Mother and daughter team, mature and reliable, seeking long term house sitting, pet care position in the Santa Barbara/Ojai area. We bring combined experience in computer and office skills, pet care, housekeeping, errands, and companionship for the elderly. Long time Santa Barbara residents with excellent references. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Happy Married Couple – mid 30s seeking property caretaking position preferably near the mountains or water. Husband is a skilled handyman. Wife is a receptionist with front-desk/hospitality background. Both are experienced care-givers, animal lovers and gardeners! Please check out our website and email us at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Female Baby Boomer seeking house sitting, petsitting position in Colorado sometime between June 1 – July 10, 2013. I have owned a petsitting business in California since 2009. I’m taking off the month of June so as to come to Colorado with possibility of moving there in the future. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Seeking to caretake long-term a healthy, private two bedroom, unfurnished home and yoga studio with land for growing organic fruits and veggies as a working farm and nursery on Maui. We’re handy, generous, conscientious vegans, a natural health doctor/environmental engineer and a yoga teacher. Can care for horses. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

48-year-old artist woman willing to caretake homes or condos in Maui, Hawaii from October to March. Non-smoker/drinker, very reliable. Loves animals. Please look me up on Facebook or email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Multi-talented couple available June 1, 2013. We have 15 years experience performing household tasks and aiding busy people managing their lives in both formal and informal settings. House manager/housekeeper, cook, driver, personal assistant, handyman, vehicle manager (cars, boats and other watercraft), landscaping, event coordinator, companion, caretaker and security. Available to travel. Gated estates, condos, and private homes. Strong computer, business, and people skills. Experiences range from senior couple setting to high profile family with multiple children and pets. Live-on site position preferred, but not required, and location preference is New England. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mature adult, extensive house sitting experience, excellence references, seeks housesits any length anywhere in Canada, northern USA or Iceland. Fees negotiable. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Domestic Couple with over 10 years of experience is looking for a house sitting/caretaking position on the Upper East Coast. Long term preferred. Must be OK with kids, as we’re expecting our first child this fall. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Trustworthy couple is looking for an estate or yacht in the South-East Florida area. In exchange for use of estate or yacht, we provide house and pet sitting, overseeing staff and armed security (concealed weapons permit). We have an outside income, and we are 30 year Florida residents and business owners. We are open to other similar opportunities, seasonal or long-term. References available. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mature girl will trade 20 hours child care, coaching, trail rides, events, stable work for quarters and board for one horse. CO, WY. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mature and responsible woman seeking an estate/farm management position. Ex-corporate accountant with experience in hotel management, horse farm management, child care, general property maintenance. Possesses a strong work ethic, common sense and can think out of the box. Grew up on a horse farm so I am comfortable around animals. Non-smoker and lives a quiet, healthy life. I have two very well behaved Beagles. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]. References available.

Self directed reliable property caretaker with seven years of experience and excellent references available soon to care for your property as if it were his own. Have you been contemplating hiring a reputable and reliable individual to handle the upkeep and security of your property? Maybe you tried before but things did not work to your satisfaction? My reputation speaks of solid dependability and follow through with commitments. No baggage, drugs or drama. My goal is a long-term seasonal or permanent caretaker arrangement with a monthly stipend-salary. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wanted: Seasonally, November 1, 2013 to April 30, 2014. Retired married professional couple looking for a caretakers or house sitting position on Mid Cape Cod, MA. We are a trustworthy, dependable, mentally fit, non-smoking, non-drinking couple with no children or pets, although we love animals. We grew up on Cape Cod. We are looking for furnished caretaker’s quarters. Husband is handy with small tools, is a heavy equipment operator, long distance driver, is a great manager and organizer, and was a professional chef. Wife could do light housework or financial bookwork. Formerly business owners. Dates are flexible. Elderly Mom lives in Marstons Mills and we need to be nearer to her than we are now. Looking for a small salary (if duties warrant) and living quarters to be provided. References provided upon request and we could be bonded. We will care for your home or quarters as if they were our own. Please contact us at [Contact info available to subscribers] until April 25. After May 2, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Experienced Caretaker/Property Manager seeking a long-term position. I have extensive, hands on experience in all phases of Estate/Farm management with skills in gardening, grounds care, building trades, security, and land stewardship. I am able to work independently with little or no supervision. Currently living in Southeast PA and am willing to relocate. For a complete resume please write to [Contact info available to subscribers]

The very experienced ‘gypsyinnkeepers’ are once again available as of late Fall 2013. With 18 years of varied experience including Bed & Breakfasts, high end luxury Inns, R&C properties and backcountry lodges we specialize in fix-ups, start-ups and clean-ups, we have been there and done that! These two Canadian citizens are looking for a new opportunity to challenge us in any industry including hospitality. Our success speaks for itself; please contact us via email at [Contact info available to subscribers] with your unique opportunity.

Urgent! A 77-year-old lady caretaker must find new location within two weeks, preferably in Georgia or Tennessee. I need to move due to the death of the homeowner where I currently live. Please call me at [Contact info available to subscribers]in Atlanta, GA. Thank you.

Traveling Nanny, mother’s helper, cooks, bakes, cleans, laundry, garden to table, property manager, NS, drives manual car, truck, tractor, short term, seasonal, western states, AK. Have RV. Please write [Contact info available to subscribers] or email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Estate Manager/Domestic Asst/Master Gardener looking for 30 – 40 hours a week/year round. Resume with great references. Very hard worker with dedicated work ethics. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]. Must be in the State of Maine – Portland to the Boothbay area.

Congenial, mature professional female seeking a mid to long term (5 to 12 months) house sitting/caretaking position in the Boulder/Denver CO area. Offering: Meticulous, respectful care for distinctive homes and gardens. Will arrange seasonal upkeep and maintenance while you are away. Excellent communication skills. Sunny, flexible disposition and a courteous neighbor. Seeking: a distinctive, well cared for home with healthy environment (no history of smoking). Sunshine, sufficient privacy, close to nature. Stellar references. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Reliable, handy, animal loving couple seek housesit/caretake position in Northern New Mexico July and August. Excellent local references. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Looking for a responsible person to take care of your house, pets, or property, along the southeastern coastal U.S (Maryland to Florida) while you summer in a cooler place? I am a 46-year-old single male NASA engineer taking a summer sabbatical or longer. Long term position is possible. I have one indoor cat, and am happy to care for your animals, water your plants, care for your lawn or gardens, and provide a presence on your property. I am looking for a place on or near the Atlantic beach. End date is flexible, but must start after May 1, 2013. References and a photo provided to anyone who is interested. Please email at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Professional Caretaker Available. Career Estate and Ranch Manager, now retired, with extensive experience seeks Caretaking position. Excellent references available. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers].

Quiet, responsible, mature woman returning to Santa Fe/Taos area. Seeking long term house sitting, caretaking or similar position, June/July. Experience includes: 30 years as Holistic Health professional, estate manager of 500 acre, three home property, personal assistant, organizer, house manager, eldercare, gardening, house sitting, and pet care. Clean, caring, conscientious, respectful and reliable – a well educated woman of honesty and integrity and a good sense of humor who will honor your sacred space. Excellent references! Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

A mature Los Angeles woman seeks long-term house sitting on/near the beach in Malibu, Pismo, or Zuma. Honest, reliable, love dogs/plants/gardening. Have excellent references and estate management experience. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wanted: caretaker position on Maui: house with a large room. I am a single 51-year-old woman with a small dog, have lived here seven years, have experience with tropical gardening. I will care for your house and can be gone when you visit. Mahalo. Please email Marie at [Contact info available to subscribers]

49-year-old honorably retired Law Enforcement Officer available, with prior military service in USMC, and additional background in maintenance and Horse Care skills. Executive protection, residential security, first responder first aid, wilderness first aid and CPR certified. I can be counted on to respond appropriately in the event of any emergency. Why not hire someone with a security background? A proven worker who has the skills needed to upkeep and maintain the property, while ensuring your home is safe and secure. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] or email [Contact info available to subscribers] for resume and references.

I’m the one that you have been looking for! Female, physically fit, seeks caretaking and/or caretaking/personal assistant position – will consider all areas. I enjoy an active/healthy lifestyle, and am skilled in naturopathic remedies for preventing/reversing disease. “Ordinary” skills include computer (MS Office and QuickBooks), project management, organizing and cleaning, yard work and electrical repairs. Non-smoker/drug user who is honest, loyal and can work independently. I have two terriers (20 lbs) that travel everywhere with me, so the position needs to be pet friendly. Willing to consider all options; prefer to have a least a part-time salary. Position can be temporary or permanent. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Professional woman available for caretaking in Santa Fe, NM. June through June 2014. Non-drinker/non-smoker. Work in the museum field; working on finishing degree. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] with any questions at [Contact info available to subscribers]. Excellent references.

Florida – Celebrity treatment awaits! Former right hand man and friend to a world famous athlete (for ten years) is available for all your Florida needs. Daily, nightly, weekly, or? Open to discuss all opportunities! I am 42, 6′ 1″, charming, classy, energetic and attentive. I’m located in central Florida one hour east of Disney. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Writer, teacher, reliable lady 50’s, mother (adult daughter), loves dogs – having returned to my beloved New York after two years in CA, completing a Master of Divinity program at a UU seminary in Berkeley, CA. Willing to house-sit and care with love for your place only in Manhattan: Downtown Greenwich Village, East Village, Chelsea, Union Square, etc or Midtown, UWS, Brooklyn, Park Slope, Brooklyn Heights or Queens, Astoria, Jackson Heights, close to the subway – from a few months to a year, I am flexible. Great references available. I don’t smoke, nor use drugs or alcohol. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]. Blessings!

Registered Nurse seeking house-sitting position in San Francisco Bay Area. Available August/September. I will be renting my own beautiful home to a professor on Sabbatical at UC Berkeley for nine months. My daughter attends Columbia University (NYC) and this will be a way to assist with tuition. I sincerely enjoy cleaning and gardening and will enjoy walking your dog. Prefer a six to eight week minimum. My name is [Contact info available to subscribers]

Pennsylvania Female 52 seeks caretaking gal Friday position ideally near Marshallton/West Chester area where I live/own a home. Experience includes personal assisting/gal Friday, shopping, errands, pet care (including horses), housecleaning, gardening, computer. Enjoy diversity of responsibility/tasks. Desire position with salary. References. No drugs. Non-smoker. Will consider all opportunities. For more info please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

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