The Caretaker Gazette May / June 2015

Alaska

ALASKAN HOMESTEAD ADVENTURE! Have the summer of a lifetime on a gorgeous 600 acre historic [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) (as seen on DC Reality TV show) We are looking for an experienced all-around farm-yard helper for the summer of 2015. Prefer a mature, non-smoker, drinker, with own income who has the following experience: Main duty as orchardist; pruning, grafting, trimming, planting new trees. Use of yard machines, chainsaw, power tools, heavy equipment. Other jobs as needed; fences, woodlot, rental cabin repairs, landscaping, some carpentry, possible rock masonry project. Private, small cabin to live in, use of ATV. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers). Start mid-April to mid-September.

CARETAKER NEEDED for a remote off-grid homestead in Alaska from July 2015 through May 2016. Couple preferred. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

[Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers), located in the Alaskan Talkeetna Mountain Range (100 miles northeast of Anchorage) is looking for a two-person team (husband/wife) for lodge management and grounds keeping. The fishing and hunting lodge is located on a lake in a remote “fly-in” location. The lodge and cabins sleep approximately 25 people, but can expand to up to 60 people if state contracting is approved. Responsibilities include: cleaning, cooking, food and supply ordering, guest relations, coordinating reservations, building maintenance, vehicle and equipment maintenance and repairs, and various support activities (boat maintenance, wood splitting, snow removal, etc.). Successful applicants will have experience in management, cooking, housekeeping, mechanics, carpentry, and working in a remote setting. Employment period is May 1 to September 30, 2015, with the opportunity to extend to winter caretaking, terms to be discussed. Applicants without pets are preferred. You can learn more about [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) We plan to fill these positions ASAP. Please send resumes and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Argentina

PATAGONIA FRONTIER CALLING. A Personal Assistant is needed in the Andes of Northern Patagonia for a vivacious 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 farm also serves as an office for a large, family Estancia Ranquilco. Located in a non-touristic part of beautiful Patagonia, nestled in the foothills of the Andes, in the heart of the real Gaucho culture, cattle drives, etc. I will pay all expenses when together. 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, and 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 a major plus, basic computer skills, a driver’s license, and the ability to drive a manual stick-shift. Please send a description of why you are interested, something about yourself, and a photo to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) Please see my webpage at [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers). Thank you for your interest.

Arizona

WANTED RESPONSIBLE, dependable person or couple for onsite property caretaker(s). Part time work includes pet care, weed control, vegetable gardening/ harvesting, koi pond, basic maintenance, etc. Owners work along with you. Potentially long term. Please no addictions or drama. Quiet, country living in rural southern Arizona. Work in exchange for your full RV hook-up, electricity, water or older 5th wheel for living space. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

I NEED HELP with taking care of five mobile home lots and some rental properties through October 2015 in south Scottsdale on the border with Tempe, just a few miles from Arizona State University. I need help with painting, landscaping, cleaning, and errands. I would like to develop a sustainable mini eco-village. I am a yoga and dance instructor and enjoy eating a plant-based diet and prefer to host people with similar healthy lifestyle habits. No smoking, no alcohol, no drugs. I also prefer no pets. I have a private room with air mattress and private bath and Wi-Fi available for helpers. Two to three hours work per day with two days off per week in exchange for accommodations is typical. Helpers are responsible for buying and making their own meals. Located next to a lake park, greenbelt, and bike path. There is public transportation nearby and great places to hike. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

COUPLE WANTED for animal care and cooking/cleaning for a B & B. The animal position will be 25 hours/week – experienced in horse care (feeding, healthcare), tractor operation, able to lift 100 lbs. The B & B position’s hours will vary – housekeeping, cleaning, and preparing breakfast, possibly occasional dinners. Commercial food handling experience, knowledge of special diets helpful. Prefer RV owners, with a willingness to stay a year. Hourly pay and full RV hook ups provided. Each person must be able to independently perform a job. Must be US citizens, and tobacco/drug free. We are located in a rural mountain area. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Letters to the Editor

I think I’ve found someone through my help-wanted ad in your publication. I’ll know for sure in a few days. The July and August dates are still available. Thank you so much. Your publication gets results! From Maxy, Dominicalito, Costa Rica.

Maxy, great to read another success story via our publication! We have your updated help wanted ad on Page 5 of this new issue. I hope you, once again, are able to find great people to look after your property.

Hi Gary, I am happy to report we have accepted a caretaker position in Prescott, Arizona as a result of our Situations-Wanted ad we published in your last issue. We will be moving out there leaving this Sunday. Thank you so very much for all your help in securing this position and for your great Caretaker Gazette business. Blessings, Jannah, Townsend, TN

Thanks Jannah. I am glad to read that your Situations Wanted ad landed you a caretaker position in Prescott, Arizona. Please keep in touch and let us know how things are going for you in your new position.

Gary, over the years as a subscriber I’ve taken some interesting caretaking positions through your publication but this current one I’m on in northern California is the best yet. I am wondering if you’ll consider running a Caretaker Profile of me. The position ends in the fall and I’ll be searching for something new. Thanks for all you do, Larry, Redding, CA

Hi Larry, thanks for your nice message. It’s great to hear that you’ve been successful in finding a number of interesting caretaking positions through the Gazette. I think our readers would be interested in reading about your success using our publication. It would be nice if you can email in this info for a Caretaker Profile story in a future issue of The Caretaker Gazette:

CARETAKER PROFILE:

Need Your Story Title Your Date of Birth Your Address (can be your email address) Your Interests Your Favorite Quote About 900 words for your story, giving details on how you applied and were accepted for your caretaker positions, and provide our readers with the pros and cons of property caretaking Two photos: a close-up photo of you and then a photo of you on the property you are caretaking

Thanks Larry. We look forward to publishing your Caretaker Profile story in a future issue of the GAZETTE!

The responses to the house sitter/catsitter wanted ad you ran for me were terrific! I received so many great replies from people who were qualified and truly interested and I was able to find someone ideal to take care of my cats and house. Many thanks to you and your publication! Mary Ann, Santa Fe, NM

Mary Ann, thanks for letting us know that your ad resulted in such a great response from so many of our subscribers. I’m glad you were able to find someone ideal to care for your home and cats.

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Arkansas

SPACE AVAILABLE for RVing caretakers in the Fayetteville, AR area. My house on 12 acres needs a caretaker. Furnish your own RV, Camper, etc. I will trade parking space, hook ups; water, septic, and electric. All you pay is your own utilities. You can use the pasture, chicken house/yard, and garden. I’m on a good location on the state highway near the Buffalo River in the Ozarks, and only two miles to town. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Australia

WE HAVE AN OLD HOUSE near Bunbury that needs some work done. We can offer you free place to stay in return for you helping us out painting, and doing some carpentry as well. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers).

CARETAKER POSITION AVAILABLE on a farm close to Noosa. This is a live-in caretaker position. Free accommodation provided in a beautiful old Queenslander farm-house in return for pool, gardening, and pet care duties. Your own vehicle is advisable. This would be suitable for a single, older male or female. For more information, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers), Australia.

MIXED FARM IN THE RIVERINA requiring help ASAP. We operate a mixed farm approximately 30 kms west of Deniliquin, NSW (Ute Capital of the world), and are looking for help during our busy period, of harvesting and sowing. We need someone from a couple of weeks to a couple of months, depending on the applicant’s ability and proven work experience. Previous experience with operating a tractor is a must, and other heavy machinery including air seeders and Harvesters would be preferable. A mechanical knowledge would also be advantageous. Other duties may include fencing and stock work (sheep), and all other jobs required on a farm. Parking for a van with power and water is available in a bush setting, located 200m from the Wakool River (great fishing) and also private access to the Yallakool Creek (also excellent fishing). This is a beautiful location for bird watching and bush walking. Deniliquin is a 20 minute drive away with a population of 8,000 people, and is located on the Edward River. It also offers many other tourist attractions. A police record check will be required and your remuneration will be discussed on application. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

CARETAKER/HANDYMAN required for a property close to Chinchilla. A cottage is included. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

CARETAKER COUPLE needed for light duties. We are looking for a couple who are retired or semi-retired to help on our small 50 hectare block, located 18 km from Marble Bar, WA. We run a fencing, and native seed collecting business. The business and property is a work in progress. The couple would be expected to, at a minimum, look after the house and garden in which they are living right up to fencing and seed picking if they want to. Pay would be based on what the job is. This may say suit a gold prospecting couple. Please write to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) Australia. Thanks.

CARETAKER needed in Allora, a small town in southeastern Queensland. We are looking for a farming couple who could do light farm work and housekeeping in return for a quality home and power. Must have references. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

LOOKING FOR house sitter(S) to care for our place at Lightning Ridge, NSW from May 1 through May 16, 2015. The house sitter(s) would have the use of a fully self-contained unit. Must love dogs, since we have a puppy who is very playful and she likes to be fed three times a day, and bathed once a week. The only other duties would be to water about a dozen plants. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Belize

WANTED: Two persons or a semi-retired couple to caretake [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) in southern Belize. You can experience a tropical lifestyle here. 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 four weeks anytime from March through November. Your primary responsibility is having a presence on the property. Duties, as of this date, will be the care and feeding of six dogs, fishes, watering young plants and minor maintenance. If interested, please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

California

FARM CARETAKER/MASTER GARDENER needed in Burson. Looking for a self-starter for this full-time position. Feeding and ranch maintenance required, and animal knowledge would be a plus, but not necessary. Must have reliable transportation. A husband and wife team would be ideal. Compensation will be based on experience. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

SAN DIEGO: Companion/Cook needed for a senior gentleman. A large private bedroom will be provided in a spacious apartment for a female housemate willing to prepare meals, do light house-keeping, and clerical assistance. Located within walking distance to the beach and bay. Please reply with your info to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

DOG-SITTER/house sitter needed for three to six months with very easy duties beginning mid-April. I prefer a single person. I have a nice house, in a safe neighborhood. You will have use of the master guest suite, private bath, Wi-Fi, direct TV, central air, and the swamp cooler. Located three hours from Las Vegas or San Diego, in the California High Desert. The main duty is to help take care of three friendly dogs when the truck driver mom is on the road for a rotating five day schedule. No smoking, no heavy drinking, no illegal drugs. Must have own insured vehicle, no criminal record, and financial self-sufficiency. References and caretaking experience required. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

RANCH CARETAKER NEEDED in Monterey County, CA (King City). This is a medium size ranch. We need someone to live on the property in exchange for rent. Some light work and timely oversight of ranch activities needed. The caretaker must have their own RV or trailer that can be parked on the property. Hookups to electrical and plumbing available. Eight hours of work per week in exchange for a place to stay. At times, you may need to perform operations in the middle of the night to manage irrigation. Knowledge of generators, tractors, etc. a plus. Pets are allowed. This is a position where you are being trusted with the oversight of our property, therefore, mature, reliable, and trustworthy characteristics are a must. References are required and will be thoroughly checked as well as credit and criminal background checks. Please respond with your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

CARETAKER WANTED. Housing provided in exchange for help in a small exclusive boarding/training kennel and a few head of livestock. 5-year-old one bedroom house, electricity included, one pet negotiable. Must have canine experience. Must pass a background check. Located in the Sierra foothills of central California, approximately 20 miles from Fresno. Please mail inquiries or resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers).

California

CARETAKER WANTED for a Mountain Ranch in Pollock Pines. A two bedroom mobile home is available in exchange for help around the ranch and house. There is room for horses, and over two acres are already fenced for the caretaker. There is also a very rustic cabin and plenty of trailer space available. I am looking for somebody with experience with horses or people with carpentry/handyman skills. Prefer retired or stay-at-home people. This is an opportunity for someone who wants to live the homesteading lifestyle. Help raise livestock, garden and harvest fruit and share in the bounty. There are two trout streams on the property. Plenty of places to garden. There is an apple orchard over one hundred sixty years old still bearing sixteen different varieties of apples. There are also raspberries, gooseberries and loganberries to be harvested. Need help restoring the house that has half fallen down – it was built in 1869. The ranch is semi-remote, located five miles to closest neighbor but only fifteen minutes on good roads to Pollock Pines with major shopping stores and schools. There is excellent cell phone reception. The ranch is in generator country which means you need to provide your own generator – it works, as I have lived here over twenty five years. The trailer appliances run on propane. We get quite a bit of snow in the winter so a Four Wheel Drive is essential. There are possible job opportunities with the right people. This is a one hundred sixty acre timber property. I have a sawmill, kiln and woodworking tools. I would like to find somebody interested in helping expand my lumber, cabinets and furniture sales. Also interested in turning the ranch into an equestrian campground and give guided horseback riding in the adjacent thousands of acres of US forest land. Would like to find someone that would like to help in that endeavor. I do have another caretaker, so everything is not dependent upon just one caretaker. I’m not looking for anybody that just wants a place to hang their hat. No drug or alcohol abusers please. There is a background check required. Please reply with your phone number to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers).

CARETAKER NEEDED in Carmichael. I am a 60-year-old man who needs a live-in roommate/caretaker. A private room is provided, but no private bath. Laundry is available on-site, along with a carport. You will need to fix meals, do light cleaning, and take to me to my Doctor appointments and shopping. I have diabetes and epilepsy and just got out of the hospital after three months from leg surgery. Free room and board provided. No pay. I am a quiet guy. No drugs or drinkers. No smoking allowed in my apartment. Applicants must show your California ID and references. To apply, please call my sister, [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

house sitter WANTED in Palmdale, CA, this summer. This is a short-term house and pet sitting assignment for the last two weeks in June. I will be out of state, and need care for my older poodle. I have an invisible fence around the house. Some dog walking, feeding and care are required along with some yard maintenance. For more information, please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

GENERAL MANAGERS needed in Wilbur Hot Springs. This is a unique opportunity to make a contribution while enjoying the benefits of an extraordinary healthy lifestyle, by living, and working, in an environment with a long, rich history of healing. Wilbur Hot Springs, a former Native American ceremonial and healing ground, open to the public since 1865, now celebrating its 150th anniversary, is one of California’s historic treasures. Wilbur’s GMs manage the facility and community, consisting of residential and commuting staff and up to 60 guests in our 1,800 acre Nature Preserve, surrounded by thousands of BLM acres. Wilbur is 22 miles to the nearest towns, 1 1/4 hours to Sacramento, and two hours to San Francisco. Compensation package is $78,000 – $94,000/couple, includes private home, water, garbage, propane, electricity, Wi-Fi, phone, laundry, food allowance, health insurance, massage, guest privileges, and three weeks paid vacation. This is a perfect lifestyle for a couple seeking a Thoreau like environment, far from the maddening crowd, offering easy contact with highly evolved guests. If you have the appropriate experience and interest, we want to hear from you! Or if you know people who have experience in hotel management, spa management, or facilities management who would be a good fit, please let them know about this rare opportunity to live and work at Wilbur. Please send your resume and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Cambodia

LOOKING FOR A LOW SEASON MANAGER/CARETAKER for a small guesthouse on beautiful Otres Beach, Sihanoukville, Cambodia. We need someone for a period of four months, starting on May 15, 2015. Great benefits available for the right people! Everythang Guesthouse is a funky guesthouse, restaurant and bar on the shores of one of Southeast Asia’s most beautiful beaches. We have seven basic bungalows and a dorm for six, that surround the huge geometric dome which houses the restaurant and bar. People come here to chill out in the sun, and meet like-minded travelers at our round bar. Chill out during the day on the beach, and catch the sunset from one of the treehouses Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Canada

CARETAKER NEEDED in Gambier Island, BC. Canadian citizens or those with Canadian work permits are required. The property is a 150+ acre waterfront home with private dock and multiple utility structures. Access is by boat only (provided). The caretaker will need to repair and maintain all facilities and equipment on site – either self or through contracted services, complete small construction and renovation projects, maintain shop, tools, equipment, boats and supplies inventory, do landscaping, pruning, and pest management, and janitorial and other custodial duties as required. General handyman skills including carpentry, electrical and plumbing as well as basic trouble shooting and maintenance of gas and diesel engines, outboard motors and heavy equipment. Should have experience with boats, marine maintenance, repairs and tractor and excavator operation, and the maintenance of off-grid alternate power systems. This offer is open to individuals and working couples, and possibly a small family. This is a paid position with private accommodation provided. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers).

house sitters WANTED yearly, starting now through April 30, 2015 for a well maintained home in rural Manitoba, south of Winnipeg. To the right person (not for pay) with background check and references, we will provide at no expense a car and all inclusive utilities and Internet. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Caribbean

VIEQUES, a beautiful, unspoiled, Caribbean Island Paradise. house sitter(s) needed from 7/1/15 – 11/1/15. Being an experienced Cat person/lover is essential, as there are four cats to care for (one indoor/outdoor, and three outdoor). A largely self-contained, quiet and serene person, or persons, is/are preferred… as this is not a ‘Party’ house. It’s a non-smoking abode as well. house sitter(s) to occupy a private apartment in a two family house that’s right above the waves. The view is spectacular and the beach is only 50 steps away, so hearing the gentle surf is an amazing plus. This is a non-salaried position which trades off staying in a little slice of ‘Paradise’ in return for excellent cat care and basic gardening. Utilities, satellite cable TV and wireless high speed Internet are included. (There’s also the possible use of a car.) This is an excellent opportunity for a computer based business person, a writer, or an Artist. Applicants should be health focused, free of drug and alcohol problems, and have a peaceful Loving-Kindness life focus. Background checks will be conducted. Please email: Letter, Bio, Recent photos and three checkable references to CaretakerGazette@gmail.com Please include the words ‘Vieques Housesit Assignment’ in the subject line for screening.

GENERAL MANAGER COUPLE needed for a Caribbean Resort. Our small, but growing, Caribbean resort seeks a full-time, friendly, high energy, and technically skilled couple to manage and maintain the daily operations of our beautiful, quiet and fun island facility. Responsibilities include guest check in and check out, hands on knowledge of electrical, plumbing, laundry equipment, A/C, appliances, diesel generator, etc. and supervision of maintenance and landscaping staffs. Qualifications: bachelor’s degree in hotel management/engineering or comparable education with ten years’ experience; strong hospitality/customer service skills; exceptional knowledge of facility engineering and general construction is required. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Private housing, utilities, car and cell phone are included in benefit package. As the position will have fiduciary responsibilities applicants must have verifiable good credit; references will be checked. Send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) More information will be forwarded to the most qualified applicants.

Chile

HELP NEEDED. We are a beautiful B&B at the lake shore in Frutillar, in the in the Los Lagos region of Chile. We will like to host a minimum of two and a maximum of four helpers. Our place is nice, comfortable, and clean. Our work is organized and fun. The positions that we need to fill are mainly as a receptionist, cook, guest attendance, outdoor activities, etc. We offer accommodation and food with flexible working hours with a free day and alternative weekends off. This is a great opportunity for adventure and experience in the Lake Region of Chile. To learn more about our operation, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) and then send us your resume with inquiries and we will reply shortly.

Colorado

SPEND THE SUMMER in the cool Colorado Mountains. Our Central CO summer resort is seeking a couple. She should like to cook or bake and he should be ready to take care of a 1930’s 9,000 sq. ft. house from May 1 through September 2015. This is a paying job that includes housing. If you think you would be a good fit please email a resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Connecticut

EXPERIENCED INNKEEPER WANTED for a small historic bed & breakfast on the Connecticut shoreline. The property is located within a local historic district in a quintessential New England shoreline village steeped in colonial history, beautiful harbors, rivers and beaches. The house is a small, privately-owned 4-room B & B in the process of rebirth after a couple years of closure and features four elegantly decorated and romantically furnished rooms, each with a queen or king canopy bed, two-person Jacuzzi, private bath, sitting area, cable TV, DVD, and hi-speed wireless. Guests can relax on the front porch and enjoy a short stroll to: the village shops, antiquing, old house museums, center of town art galleries, summer concerts/fairs, farmers market, canoe/kayak, fishing spots, town beach! Seeking an experienced innkeeper who will reawaken the joy and allure of this colonial charmer, cook/serve breakfast and who will offer true hospitality with excellent standards of customer service and satisfaction. Please email your resume, cover letter, and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Cook Islands

CREW POSITION available. I have three charter boats, and need someone who can handle various duties including painting, sanding, cooking, and boat maintenance. If you are in Rarotonga, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Costa Rica

COSTA RICA, Playa Negra. An adventurous non-smoking couple is needed to housesit for a minimum of one year from September 28, 2015 to September 28, 2016. Be well traveled, experienced, and street smart. Home and property is stunning, easy walk or bike ride to the beach, yoga and town. Must be self-motivated, love to garden, have skills and knowledge to do basic home repairs. A special couple that respects, takes pride and loves the unique personality of my home, property and surroundings. Caretakers will be responsible for payment of utilities in two installments: 1/2 prior to the house sitting assignment and the balance on arrival of the sit. House is for sale, but there will be no impact on your dates of stay. I offer on the same property an income, renting a separate casita on the property as a vacation rental, depending on a successful rainy season. Income shared with my caretakers. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) Thank you!

WORK TRADE OPPORTUNITY for a Professional Bookkeeper. [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) is currently seeking a bookkeeper with professional experience to join our team for two to four weeks this Spring. The Ranch team spends a lot of time in the field – growing and processing food, building timber frame houses, facilitating educational groups, etc. In short, we do what we love. Unfortunately we don’t always love office work. But we hear that some amazing people out there do! Are you a professional bookkeeper looking for some Costa Rica sunshine? Are you hard working and creative with experience helping small businesses develop appropriate accounting systems? Do you have what it takes to teach a team of sustainability professionals and instructors how to effectively use financial statements? We are looking for someone to join our team for two to four weeks this spring to help us refine the following tasks: day-to-day cash box management, weekly/monthly general ledger data entry, financial statement reporting (balance sheet, income statement, etc.), project/job cost budgeting, and correction of currency/exchange rate discrepancies. Additional tasks include: accounting software recommendations, and training of Rancho Mastatal core team members in all new systems. Should have Spanish language abilities and Holistic Management Financial Planning experience. In return we can offer three hearty and delicious meals a day sourced locally and cooked lovingly by our team, home brewed fruit and herbal beer, housing in one of our unique naturally built structures, access to all the ranch’s amenities, including the wildlife reserve, hiking trails, waterfalls and rivers, our extensive library, and working farm. An opportunity to live and work with our team of sustainability professionals and instructors in the beautiful town of Mastatal. If you think you might be qualified, please contact us at [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

PET/house sitter WANTED in Dominicalito, Costa Rica for various dates this July and August. One person must stay at Ranch at all times. The house sitter will need to feed one dog and one cat, and water a small garden. For more details, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

HELP NEEDED at a Costa Rica beachfront home on beautiful Playa Zancudo. We have a two bedroom modern home. This position is for rent/caretaking. $300/month plus utilities. Responsible for maintaining and caring for the house. More details are at [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Ecuador

SPANISH-SPEAKING VOLUNTEERS NEEDED. We are located in the south of the Manabí province in a small fishing town, directly on the beach. Our prime location makes us the ideal guest lodge and resort to take in the marvelous, seafront sunsets, providing you with a unique place to relax and get away from it all. We are a boutique hosteria which provides great accommodations offering comfortable rooms complete with Wi-Fi, cable TV, air conditioning or fan, private bathroom and hot water. Our guests and you have access to the pool, Jacuzzi and common areas. Most of our guest rooms have their own unique artistic decoration theme with custom-made driftwood accents and furniture pieces. We are looking for someone versatile who can assist in many different areas, such as providing information about the hosteria, taking reservations, etc. over the phone, Internet help, guest check-in/out, guest service, provide information about local activities, help arrange tours and such, meal preparation, cleaning the kitchen, working the bar/cafeteria, serving guests, help with the laundry, room cleaning, grounds maintenance, pool and Jacuzzi maintenance (knowledge of cleaning, balancing chemicals etc.), woodworking-sculpting, renovating the boat (on land) for use as accommodation, and Yoga instruction or massage ability would be great. Work five hours a day, five days a week. Spanish speaking is a must! It would certainly be a plus and qualify you more if you speak both Spanish and English. We are looking for a commitment of a month minimum – obviously based on mutual compatibility. Depending on how well we do and your situation, perhaps an even longer term like six months would be possible. Together we can investigate appropriate ways to extend your stay in the country if that is the case. Accommodations will depend on availability. You may get a room. If there is more than one volunteer, you may share that room with others. If the rooms are full, you might be captain for a while and live aboard the boat dry docked near the pool. Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be provided. You will be able to do your laundry here too. We have Wi-Fi! The beach is right here so you can enjoy sun, sand and sea. There are tours to Isla de la Plata. You can visit other close by National Park areas such as Los Frailes, San Sebastian and Agua Blanco. Enjoy the local artisans selling their wares around town. See firsthand the busy fishing trade near the modern pier area. You can walk around most of the main town to tiendas (stores), panaderias (pastry shops), clothing and many other businesses. You also can take a moto-taxi around town. When contacting us, please include details of all the areas you have experience and capability of assisting us in. Depending on who we have working with us currently, there are specific needs we are looking to fill. The more of our specialized needs you are in a position to contribute to, the better a candidate you may be. Thanks so much for considering working with us. We look forward to communicating with you soon! Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS anytime between May and August 2015 only. We are a Kiwi/Aussie couple in our late 30’s/early 40’s with a primary schooler and a baby. Our eco guest house in beautiful banos is a popular destination for tourists from all around the world, including Ecuadorian. We are looking for volunteer(s) to help with our guests; meeting and greeting, explaining about the surrounds and what activities are on offer, help organize taxis and activities (usually just a phone call is needed). For this position, it is important that you are outgoing, friendly, can problem solve, like chatting with people, can initiate conversations and can talk on a range of topics (hence why we ask for people from late 20’s onwards who have a little bit of life experience). The work is fun as you’ll get to meet many people from all walks of life and hopefully make some long-term friendships. The work is usually pretty easy also. We just need someone here who can speak English, as many of our guests don’t speak Spanish, and make them feel comfortable. Of course, it’s important to speak and understand Spanish also (which means speaking Spanish on the phone sometimes). We ask for eight hours a day for five days, 40 hours on average for the week. This will usually be 2-10pm or 3-11pm and at least one day over the weekend could also be required. Also note that this time isn’t usually spent doing physical hard work. Basically we need a presence in the reception area, there is a lot of down time so there’ll be plenty of time for you to catch up on emails, surf the Internet, further study your Spanish, play the guitar, read a book or whatever you fancy. Although we say 40 hours of work per week, usually you’ll only be ‘working’ for up to three to five hours a day. The main thing is that you’re here, in and around the guest house, for at least eight hours a day. When there are few (or no) guests, you can do the shopping, help in our organic garden or other various projects we have around the place. We have wonderful local employees to do the cooking and cleaning so it’d be very rare for you to need to contribute with these. You may need to help serve meals some evenings though. You will be available for a minimum of three weeks. You will be compensated with a free private room with bathroom, breakfast, discounted Spanish lessons, drinking water, tea/coffee/drinking chocolate, Wi-Fi and a great space to chill. If you’re still interested in the role, please get in touch and we’ll talk further. Thanks and chao for now. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

England

LIVE-IN DOMESTIC COUPLE needed in Kent, Canterbury. An experienced live-in domestic couple is required for a traditionally run Mansion House situated in the heart of the Kent countryside. The property has 28 rooms, set in beautiful gardens with a pool house. The principles are in residence during the weekends, usually arriving on Friday and departing on Monday. They entertain regularly and will often have guests staying with them. The family also use the property during school term times and at Christmas, so it is essential that you are happy to work during these periods. Your days off will generally be Tuesday and Wednesday. We are searching for couples who have a minimum of three years’ experience in running a similar size property. Your roles will be divided into the following responsibilities, but not limited to: Chef/Houseman/Butler, meeting and greeting guests, care of the Gentleman’s wardrobe, polishing shoes, laying and serving at table, mixing and serving drinks, care of wines, ordering of spirits and beverages, preparation and service of meals when principles and guests are in residence, catering for formal luncheons, dinner parties and summer BBQ’s etc., provide the family with their day-to-day needs, and driving family members on an ad-hoc basis. The Housekeeper’s responsibilities are: cleaning and maintenance of the first’s floor and basement areas, vacuuming, polishing and dusting, polishing of silver and brass, making/changing beds for the family and any guests, laundry including the family’s wardrobe including minor repairs, coordinating with the dry cleaners, care for and cleaning high quality furnishings, antiques, fine art and fabrics, laying/cleaning of fires during winter months, and arranging and watering the flowers. Together the couple will be responsible for caretaking – security and maintenance, changing of light bulbs, arranging for repairs and maintenance to be done, arranging contractors, security of the building ensuring the alarms are always working, cleaning of the pool house and pool area, food shopping – predominately using local farm shops, organic produce and food preparation is preferred to be done from scratch. Accommodation is situated on the lower ground floor, with a separate entrance – only suitable for a couple, no dependents or pets. To start ASAP with a top salary paid to the right candidates. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) and include EHS # 463 in the Subject Line.

Florida

LONG-TERM RENT-FREE opportunity available. Share utilities. Female caretaker needed to assist in maintaining three rural properties. Mature, honest, peaceful, love animals and nature, tobacco free, physically fit, have own vehicle and income. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers).

PROPERTY CARETAKER needed in Vero Beach. Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License and experience with commercial lawn equipment. Duties include lawn maintenance, household and office cleaning, and shop maintenance. Compensation will be commensurate with experience. Please apply in person at [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

France

LIVE-IN DOMESTIC COUPLE needed ASAP in the Cote d’Azur. We are looking for an experienced live-in domestic couple who preferably speak Polish to work in a luxury villa in the south of France. The villa is immaculately presented at all times and you must be proactive in identifying problems or maintenance issues. The roles will include but not limited to: manage other staff at the property, carry out the laundry requirements of the owners and villa, maintenance of the swimming pool, cooking/preparing three meals a day, serving at the table for lunch and dinners, basic maintenance and cleaning of vehicles based at the villa, overall running of all aspects of the villa’s upkeep and maintenance including liaison with all local third-party contractors, buying and arranging of flowers, and dressing of the villa/exterior terraces for dinner parties and special occasions. Accommodation will be provided. Salary is negotiable depending on experience. Regrettably no dependents or pets. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) and include EHS # 388 in the Subject Line.

Georgia

WORKING RESIDENT MANAGER/CARETAKER needed for a sailing club on [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers), Georgia. This is a permanent job with a long-term future. It is ideal for a middle-age individual or couple. The sailing club has an immediate opening for a caretaker with absolute trustworthiness and integrity. Must provide security and protection of the club assets and facilities, and maintenance and operations of the club buildings and grounds. Duties include maintaining the grounds to a high standard, (grass cutting, weed-eating, stick and pinecone pickup, chain sawing, road repair, driving a tractor and being able to operate a box blade, monitor and operate the club’s water system. Will need to have handyman skills, knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and janitorial duties, be able to lift 50 lbs. You should have worked in this type of employment for at least three years preferred, being employed at present. English written or spoken English and computer knowledge a must, because most communications will often be by email and or telephone. Must be able to understand and implement the club rules. Must live on site in our three bedroom, two and half baths modern upscale home with all utilities paid as part of compensation. The home can be partially furnished or unfurnished, and includes a stove, refrigerator, microwave, and washer and dryer. Must be able to balance the accounting for the maintenance supplies needed – always keeping within the budget. Must have a vehicle preferably a truck, or SUV, with insurance and the employee must have a clean and valid driver’s license. A criminal background check will be performed. The employee will have his personal medical insurance. On your days off, you will have many outdoor sports to engage in, such as boating, fishing, kayaking, hunting, or other hobbies. This is an ideal position, comfortable and not overly demanding for someone who is responsible, honest, detail oriented, self-motivated, physically fit, non-smoking (no tobacco use of any kind) or drug use. This position is open to an individual or couple. Salary is to be determined but will be commensurate with experience. Please email your resume with a cover letter, recent photo and references with telephone numbers to with heading “caretaker” in the Subject Line to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Guatemala

CARETAKER(S) WANTED for Finca Los Nietos coffee farm near Antigua, Guatemala, beginning in April, for a minimum of eight months. A husband and wife team is preferred. Spanish-speaking caretaker(s) are a big plus. We are on Facebook, and The Lonely Planet Guide. We show the coffee process with tours, and have an apartment which rents on Airbnb. A private home is provided for your use, with a separate house which will be rented. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Hawaii

CARETAKER WANTED in Waipio Valley, Big Island. We are looking for a couple for our riverfront three acre property in exchange for weekly hours of labor in landscaping and building. You can live in separate caretaker’s quarters. The owners don’t live on the property. 4WD vehicle and references required. Cell and Internet are via cell phone. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) Mahalo and Aloha

CARETAKER(S) NEEDED on our farm in Lower Puna. We are looking for an honest, dependable and stable person, couple, or family to help take care of our seven acre off-grid farm in Lower Puna, on the Big Island of Hawaii. We have a certain amount of fruit trees growing, and keep adding more. We have a vegetable garden which is producing some great crops. We have a chicken coop which currently houses eight chickens. We have a fish pond stocked with Tilapia. We plan on continuing to increase the amount of food we grow, and to make the place as self-sufficient as reasonably possible. The caretaker’s responsibilities are mainly in the following areas: mowing, weed-whacking, weeding, mulching, composting, harvesting, some basic building maintenance, keeping the fast-growing invasive species in check, assisting with our vacation rental from time to time, and almost certainly some other new project that we have not even thought of yet! The person(s) suitable for the position will: 1. Be able to work with or without supervision. 2. Be strong enough to handle a variety of power tools and to move heavy objects such as rocks and logs when needed. 3. Have good communication skills. 4. Have at least one person available most of the time to deal with any and all of the different kind of situations which arise in off-the-grid living. 5. Not smoke tobacco or marijuana. 6. Appreciate the natural quiet of this area and will not wish to pollute it with noise. We live in a very quiet neighborhood where we greatly appreciate the sound of nature, and we would like our caretaker(s) to respect that. In return for work on the farm, we offer a 16ft by 16ft off-the-grid cabin with solar electricity, hot and cold running water, shared refrigerator, composting toilet, outdoor shower, kitchen with two burner gas stove, outdoor area with picnic table and many other great features. The place is quiet, private and extremely beautiful. You really have to see it to appreciate it. Plus we are close to the ocean, a natural warm pond, and many other natural treasures. This is a work trade for accommodation only. We do not offer any money as part of the deal, although you will be provided some quantity of fruits, vegetables when there is enough to share. Our preference is to find people who are really happy here and who make it their home for an extended period of time, with a minimum commitment of six months. Please reply by email with some information about you if you think you are a good fit for us to caretakergazette@gmail.com Please include the words “Lower Puna Farm Caretaker Assignment” in the subject line for forwarding to the farm owner. Thank you.

BASIC LANDSCAPE LABOR needed anytime at an organic farm in Pahoa! For photos and a description of our place please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) and then contact Janelle through our website. Thanks.

Iceland

VOLUNTEERS are needed for a Photo Marathon in Reykjavík. This is the eighth year that we have organized a series of International Photo marathons! Last years’ were very successful and we want to continue organizing this project! One of our objectives is to deliver messages and draw the attention to the local population through pictures and photos made during the project. The main idea and task of the project is involvement and participation of the volunteers in the Photo Marathon. Coordinators will prepare different topics on which the participants will base their entries; these topics will be mostly related to our work: Intercultural understanding, peace and environment. Participants need to take their own digital cameras and its main work will be done taking photographs on the issues given; the best pictures will be selected for a final exhibit. The last part of the project will be putting up the exhibition. Volunteers shall be prepared for walking and working flexible time schedule. Participants will stay in an equipped house, in a beautiful setting inside the Botanical Gardens of the city of Reykjavík, which are located about four Kilometers from the center of the city. Volunteers will be sleeping in shared rooms in a sleeping bag accommodation. Please bring your own sleeping bag. Please note that volunteers from other projects will also be staying in the house. To learn more, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Iowa

CARETAKER WANTED in Iowa City. [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) is seeking a full-time caretaker for our apartment community in Iowa City, IA. Responsibilities include general apartment cleaning and apartment turnover, maintaining the building and surrounding grounds in a neat and tidy manner, and maintaining a pleasant atmosphere and relations with residents. You will need these qualifications: previous basic electrical and plumbing, painting, and housekeeping experience required, the ability to work occasional evenings/weekends and on-call preferred, and a driver’s license and insurance required. We offer a competitive wage, an incentive bonus program, up to 20% rent discount on a Dominium apartment (subject to eligibility and approval requirements), and a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental, life and disability, paid time off, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, employee recognition and wellness programs. If you would like to be a part of a rapidly growing company and have an interest in the property management and development industry, this is the place for you! Please apply online at our website:[Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Property Caretaker Profile

Reborn in Retirement Address: [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) Date of Birth: Jim Mohn 10/13/1945 Interests: Photography, sports, travel, gardening, people and helping others. Quote: Victory in life comes from serving others.

house sitting in paradise creates miles of smiles

Six years ago, my wife and I were in the final stages of planning our retirement. We had worked our entire lives building a nice retirement portfolio for travel and living comfortably. Then all hell broke loose. We had our identity stolen. We lost everything! A $3,000,000.00 portfolio was lost and we were harnessed with an additional $450,000.00 in debt due to the theft. All of this in an eight hour period. We were too late in our life to rebuild our retirement and after working so hard for 40 plus years, we were tired of the high pressure job and everything that goes with it. We started looking for a way not to live, but just survive. A friend of ours suggested we look into The Caretaker Gazette. Not knowing what it was, we discovered the best way was to subscribe. We perused the ads for a full year before we decided to “take the plunge.” We started the process of contacting people in various parts of the United States, Europe, Great Britain, The Caribbean, Australia, Central and South America. We wanted a warm climate or a very interesting location. The Gazette did not disappoint. There were many ads to choose from. We sent letters out to Hawaii, The Caribbean, Florida, Spain and Baja California, Mexico. We received responses from four of the five that we sent out. All were interested in us and we had never had any caretaking experience. We were finalists in all four of the opportunities. We had to pull out of the offer in Spain since you can only get a 180 day visa and the opportunity was for nine months. So we were down to three. All offered interesting opportunities. Hawaii, perfect weather, a house on the beach, a little money and a six month commitment. The Caribbean, a small bungalow near the beach, perfect weather, a little money and commitment for as long as we wanted, if we worked out. Then we met “The Captain and Tennille.” (Not their real names and no, they are not the musical group.) We had phone interviews with them and we just seemed to strike up a very good relationship over the phone. The Captain pilots a 1935 all wooden 75′ speed yacht and his wife is the chef on board. She is also the first mate or anything else she needs to be. They pilot the yacht for the better part of the year. Part of that time is spent preparing the yacht for the season as well as preparing it for winter quarters. After long conversations and investigations, they offered us the opportunity to come to Florida and housesit for them and their two cats. We felt such a bond with them, we knew that this should be our first “shot” at house sitting. We had a garage sale, packed up the rest and headed for a little town in central Florida. We arrived at The Captain and Tennille’s very nice home and enjoyed a dinner with them and their neighbors. What a welcome! The Captain and Tennille had employed several house sitters over the years and were not sure they wanted to continue down this road, but they were going to try it one more time. I must mention that previous house sitters had not come through The Caretaker Gazette. We spent a few days with our homeowners to go over all of the requirements, rules, duties, area contacts, neighbors names and everything else you might need in their absence. Our first year of house sitting proved to be both enjoyable and challenging. As nice as the house is, there were several issues that came up that we took care of, with the owner’s approval. We cared for the house, pool, property and beach like it was our own. A typical week would consist of: feeding the cats, watering the gardens, plants and flowers. Groom the beach and weed many of the beds and berms on the beach. Pick any fruit or vegetables and eat them. Mow the lawn and trim various areas. Keep the house and pool clean. Play with and love the cats. Meet and talk with the neighbors and occasionally have dinner together. Do any required maintenance that happens to come up. Keep the lawn and garden equipment in good operating condition and do any odd jobs that happen to come up while the owners are absent. Pick the owners up at the airport when they get a few days to come home and see their house and cats. And finally, enjoy the beautiful sunsets on the lake. We are living a great life without the money, but a great deal of love and friendship. We are very fortunate to call The Captain and Tennille friends and share many times with them when they are home during the winter. Are the owners as pleased as we are? I assume they are since they have asked us to continue to housesit for them as long as we and they like. What is our secret? First marry a woman as charming as my wife. Always be a visitor but know that you are at home and take care of it as it were your own. Pay attention to details. Do the little extras that mean so much yet require so little. Stay in touch with the owners and send pictures of their pets. We still peruse the Gazette to look for short term opportunities for December to the middle of March, but we are very happy doing what we are doing with “The Captain and Tennille” and plan on keeping our friendship and our house sitting position with them as long as they will have us.

The sun is always shinning on these first time house sitters

Maine

HELP NEEDED in a farmhouse in Downeast Maine. Our farmhouse is in a rural setting, in Washington County surrounded by forest, farmland, lakes, and a spectacular sea coast. Our Farmstead is totally organic and vegetarian and we have large gardens. Most of last year, and so far this one too, we have been completing the renovation of our home, so there are still little jobs to get done in the house while out in the yard there are chickens and vegetable plots to care for. In addition in the spring and summer we have several building or landscaping projects in progress where help is appreciated and during the quieter months the work may also include some general house and yard cleaning, snow clearance, fire wood cutting and stacking and other preparations for the winter. If you are looking for somewhere to hang out for a while in a fresh and interesting location and have a good attitude towards work and communication then we think we should appeal. This is not a paid position, the position is a volunteer position and free accommodation is provided during the volunteer period. The volunteer commitment is generally 20 to 25 hours a week except in the three winter months when it may drop to about 10 hours a week. We’re not very formal but as you will be sharing our home with our children occasionally when we stay at the property, we do require a photocopy/scanned picture of a legal Photo ID (driving license, state ID, or passport) to be supplied before arrival as proof of identity. Accommodation maybe in the main farmhouse, in an off-the-grid caretaker’s cabin close to the farmhouse, or Flower cottage on a property nearby. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) for more info.

CARETAKER WANTED IN MAINE. [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers), a magnificent 1920’s stone mansion originally built as a single family estate, now housing six condos, is seeking a live-in caretaker. We are located five miles north of Portland in a desirable water front area with Casco Bay access. The caretaker’s apartment is a one-bedroom unit with a bath, kitchen, office space and dining area, including garage and laundry amenities. The market rental value is $1,500/month with heat and hot water included. While no stipend is offered, the position is flexible with the amount of work determining the rent. An industrious caretaker with mechanical, landscaping and vendor management skills could receive a full rent subsidy. Seeking a single person or couple. No dogs or smoking allowed. Your resume and cover letter should be sent to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers).

Maryland

A FREDERICK, MD AREA COUPLE needs a live-out Household Manager for their household. Must have excellent administrative skills, eager to please attitude, pleasant personality, confident with their abilities, able to work independently, etc. They are a very busy couple and need someone who can keep up. This non-smoking household has two cats and other staff. You would also be requested to cook two to three times a week and must be able to be creative with fresh food and gluten free restriction. Salary commensurate with skills and experience and includes benefits. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette 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] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers). No phone calls, please.

Massachusetts

GUEST SERVICES MANAGER wanted for an established and highly rated boutique hotel on Cape Cod. Hospitality experience required. Housing available. The position includes but is not limited to concierge services, working on a Macintosh computer, scheduling and supervising daily staff, room check, property check, front office, reservations, light property maintenance, inventory, ordering, errands and vendor relations. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

A PRIVATE BERKSHIRE ESTATE seeks an experienced, live-in Caretaker Team to maintain the household and property. This is a full-time, year round position. The successful candidates will have experience with housekeeping, gardening, pool, grounds and general maintenance. Security and general handyperson services as needed. Qualified applicants should send a detailed resume with at least three business references and salary history to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

A BOSTON FAMILY seeks an Estate Manager for their 10,000 square foot home plus assorted other properties. Responsibilities include overseeing other staff and maintaining continuity with their other homes. Must enjoy children and will work closely with staff of other homes. Training and/or at least five years’ experience in a similar position required. Salary commensurate with skills and experience plus housing and benefits. No phone calls, please email resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette 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] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers).

Mexico

house sitter NEEDED for a pleasant, two-bedroom home with a fenced garden and a friendly dog. The house is located in the beautiful, peaceful colonial town of Alamos, in the Mexican state of Sonora, in Northwestern Mexico. A cleaning woman and gardener provided. house sitter needed from the beginning of April to the middle of October, 2015. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Michigan

A BIRMINGHAM, MI FAMILY is seeking a Housekeeper for their 7,000+ sq. ft. home. This is a friendly, active family of four looking for someone to “be a part of the family” long-term. Their children are 10 and 13. Responsibilities include general and detail housekeeping, laundry and ironing, changing bed linens, maintaining organization, and occasional errands. The ideal candidate will be a non-smoker, personable, detail-oriented, organized, and flexible. Must enjoy being with a family with an active lifestyle. Salary commensurate with experience and skills; includes benefits and a private apartment. Please, no phone calls. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers). 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] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers).

Minnesota

CARETAKER TEAM NEEDED in St. Louis Park. The caretaker team would be responsible for maintaining half a 110-unit building in St. Louis Park. Would prefer to have one person that stays home. The job duties will include complete common area cleaning; vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting, window cleaning, disinfecting common area bathrooms, etc.; alternating weeks – daily unlocking/locking building, moving trash receptacles in/out, picking up trash outside; and alternating weeks – shoveling the walkways. Qualifications should include previous cleaning experience and having the ability to lift 50+ pounds. Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and push. References and a background check required. Compensation will be a free two bedroom apartment, paid utilities, and a small monthly stipend. Mail your resume/letter with qualifications to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers). No calls please.

PROPERTY CARETAKER TEAM POSITION available in Hastings. We are looking for a bright, talented, self-motivated caretaking/ management team for our [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers). The position is hands-on and involves performing maintenance, grounds, and administrative tasks involved in overseeing a community. Compensation for this position is use of a two bedroom/two bathroom home located in Hastings Terrace. There is also financial compensation which will be commensurate with experience. The right candidates will be friendly, professional and have excellent customer service skills. The property caretakers will be responsible for a wide array of duties and tasks involved in overseeing the community. These duties include, but are not limited to answering phones, emails and walk-ins regarding rental booking and lease inquiries, customer service skills, house showings, and sale of homes, maintenance, repairs, replacements, and upkeep of property and rental units as needed, grounds keeping, including snow removal and lawn maintenance, staffing the office and office administration, and processing resident inquiries and complaints – enforcing community living standards. Please email resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Missouri

SEEKING A MATURE CARETAKER for a large rural tree farm in southwest Missouri. Singles preferred. Requires maintaining three homes and gravel road, mowing 12 acres, tree pruning, fencing, and some driving. Clean character, criminal, and driving record, no drug or excessive alcohol use. Retired military preferred. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers).

A KANSAS CITY, MO AREA COUPLE seeks a hands-on Household Manager to keep their household running smoothly. Responsibilities include supervising contractors and cleaning staff, some housecleaning, laundry and ironing, bed making, closet organization, grocery shopping, light errands, packing and unpacking, caring for pets, polishing silver, caring for china and crystal, floral arranging, inventory, and special projects. Must be certified in First Aid and CPR and have experience working in private upscale homes. They require someone very detail-oriented who takes pride in their work. Salary commensurate with skills and experience and includes benefits. No phone calls, please; send resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette 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] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers).

Monaco

BUTLER/HOUSE MANAGER/PERSONAL ASSISTANT position available. Our international client (a well-respected professional couple) are looking for a professional House Manager / Butler / Personal Assistant to oversee and ensure the smooth running of every aspect of their two fully staffed residences in Monaco and Cannes. The family have other properties and offices around the world including Amsterdam where you may have to visit once or twice per year. You must be ‘young and modern in mind’ yet have the traditional skills and experience of serving at formal dinners for high profile and well known guests. The summer months in both residences are extremely busy – especially during the Cannes festival period. Experience gained within a private residence or private yacht will be essential. Your duties will include managing the staff and household accounts; handling the maintenance issues of each property; preparing the households for many guests and overseeing all aspects of the dinners and events. Although a ‘formal household’ in some respects, you must also be comfortable wearing casual wear (jeans) when working. It is essential that you drive as you will be traveling between the two residences on a regular basis (40 minute drive) and a good level of spoken English and French is required. The family speak fluent Dutch and English. You must also like and be willing to assist in looking after the dogs. Due to the nature of the position the successful candidate must be able to present glowing references from previous employers and be prepared to have security checks. This is a live out position, however the package (possibly including cost of renting an apartment) will be discussed with the right candidate. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) and include EHS # 350 in the Subject Line.

Montana

DOES SPENDING A SUMMER living off the grid in beautiful remote Montana appeal to you? Elk Lake Resort, located in the Centennial Valley 90 minutes from Yellowstone National Park, is currently looking for two couples to help with summer operations. You will work closely with the owners doing such tasks as cooking, serving, laundry, and cleaning and you will also have ample time to enjoy exploring the area. Take the boat out and catch a fish! Pack the tent and spend an overnight under the stars! Find your favorite huckleberry treat! Room, board, and compensation. If interested, please email a cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Namibia

HELP NEEDED. We are a small lodge next to the Zambesi with some help needed over the busy season. Work can be administrative to small maintenance jobs. To learn more, please visit us at [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) and then contact us.

Netherlands

CAT/house sitter WANTED in the Netherlands now through April 28, 2015. The house sitter must like cats! For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) or email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Nevada

WE ARE SEEKING A CARETAKER for our home and property in the beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills near Lake Tahoe, Nevada beginning in mid-April. Duties include but not limited to housekeeping, yard work and some pet care, as needed. This is a rustic and rural setting on 10 acres. We require 15-20 hours a week of work in exchange for a two bedroom, one bathroom, and one car garage house. No smoking, and no pets. This would be perfect for an artist, retired couple or someone who telecommutes. Experience, and understanding of basic household duties and yard care a must. We are looking for a self-directed, independent person or couple. A background check will be conducted. Please email questions or resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

New Mexico

CARETAKER WANTED in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The caretaker will need to take care of two Standard Poodles, and do some handiwork around the house and seasonal gardening. Must have some outside income. Wonderful living caretaker space provided. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) and with your phone number where I can call you to discuss our caretaker position.

NORTHERN NEW MEXICO GARDENER/CARETAKER needed. Property owner, 20 miles north of Taos (Lama), seeks a solo gardener to live summer months in a small off the grid camper. Rustic and beautiful living (May 1st – October 15th). Trade duties include: care and expansion of flower and vegetable garden, watering of trees, etc. Must be an avid gardener and have previous experience. Drug and alcohol free, quiet, meditative, minimalist, zero drama, over 30 years of age. References are a must. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

CARETAKER NEEDED on a remote solar powered ranch near Silver City, NM. Approximately 12 hours per week. RV with slide furnished. Surrounded by BLM and Forest lands. Ideal for a retired or semi-retired person who likes the outdoors. Duties include maintaining electric fencing and water troughs, feeding the livestock guardian dogs, penning goats and sheep each night, and monitoring a few cattle. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

A RETIRED COUPLE who respect the land and animals is needed to live in a Carrizo Valley Ranch headquarters house, located two miles from the owner’s home, in the mountains of South Central New Mexico. Long-term interests only. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) for details.

FREE RENT in a Guest House in Galisteo, NM (30 minutes to Santa Fe), and $350/month salary in exchange for horse care. Horse experience required. A beautiful one bedroom with kitchenette, bath, 800 sq. ft., 20 acre property adjacent to 15,000 acres, with tile, vigas, radiant heat, Wi-Fi, and natural light. There are four horses, feed times five to six days/week, two times a day at 7am and 6pm. Grooming, blanketing, mucking, etc. Pets okay. Non-smoking. Utilities extra. One year lease/contract. Security deposit is $850. References are required. To learn more and see photos, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) and then please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

New York

FREE ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT provided in exchange for a part-time caretaker. The apartment is located on 81 exceptionally gorgeous acres in Munnsville, New York, with a trout stream, and forests. This is a lovely area, very private yet convenient to all amenities, and just minutes to Colgate University, and Morrisville State College. The caretaker must be a non-smoker. This is particularly suitable for a retiree, veteran, artist, writer, or individual(s) who would want to spend a very good part of their time on this beautiful property. Suitable for one or two people, and a small pet, maybe. The caretaker should have general knowledge of maintaining and using a snowplow, and riding mower. Also some general knowledge of basic pluming and carpentry. The caretaker would only pay for their own use of utilities. References required. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) to apply.

PART-TIME HANDYMAN needed in Manhattan with mechanical, painting, cleaning, and driving experience to help me on a part-time basis. He needs to have good references, be polite, honest and speak and understand the American language. He must be a citizen or have a green Card. He will be treated with great courtesy. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

SEEKING A FULL-TIME, EXPERIENCED, responsible caretaker/maintenance person for a 325-acre, 20-building Retreat and Conference Center in Phoenicia, New York. The candidate should be a friendly, competent, hardworking handy person who is able to work both independently and as part of the small maintenance team. The ideal candidate has excellent planning and communication skills, and can juggle multiple responsibilities. Applicants should be adept in skills such as carpentry, basic plumbing and electric, operating machinery, snow-plowing. This position is full-time, labor-intensive and requires living on-site to handle on-call emergencies in conjunction with a second on-site maintenance person. Salary and housing provided. [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) is operated by [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) and is located just 20 minutes west of Woodstock in the beautiful, Catskill Mountains. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)with a cover letter, resume and references for consideration.

SECLUDED WOODLANDS OVERLOOKING THE CITY. Part time stewardship position available for skilled and diligent land lover(s), caring for 50 acre parcel perched on a bluff overlooking Troy, NY. The grounds of Springwood, named for its gurgling springs, have sat fallow for years – we, its new owners, seek to restore. Great opportunity for someone with vision/gumption to share in the re-creation of this place. Three buildings populate the east of property, plus fields with agricultural potential; the balance is a mixed oak woodland with springs/wetlands. Experience required: land stewardship, woods work, not afraid to work with hands. Contracting, tree work, horticulture, and/or farming experience a plus. 55 hours/month. Singles/couples/families/groups A-OK. Compensation: barter for housing in 1,750 sq. ft., three bedroom unit onsite, nestled between two barns. Additional paid work may be available at the neighboring arts center, and contracting. Interested parties please send resume with cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

CAMP CARETAKER needed. Spend the summer on the beautiful Lower Twin Lake in Harriman State Park, NY. We are looking for a handy person/couple with great communication skills to live at the [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) full-time now through October 15. Duties include greeting, orienting, and serving as a point of contact to users of the camp while ensuring adherence to agreed upon house rules and performing simple maintenance tasks. 10 hours per week with loads of flexibility. Your own private, small, two bedroom, one bath cabin will be provided. No Salary. No pets. To apply please check out [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

New Zealand

HOLIDAY PARK ASSISTANT needed. Share a male/female four bed dorm for doing 2.5 hours of work per day. Enjoy stunning scenery and sunny weather for which the Bay of Islands is renowned. Preference will be given to applicants who can stay a minimum of two to three weeks. Paid work may be available in Russell village. [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) is five minutes by car or a 45 minute walk from Russell village. The jobs vary and can include housekeeping such as cleaning rooms, cabins and facilities. Work in the gardens includes weeding, landscaping, planting. We are an Enviro Gold holiday park so sustainable practices and caring for our native bush and bird life is at the heart of our practices. Our holiday park is home to four rare birds including kiwis. We are looking for a solid work ethic, mature volunteers, preferably with previous work experience. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers).

North Carolina

CARETAKER needed for a 50-acre central North Carolina hunting and recreational facility. Can be a couple or individual. Must have handyman skills and some experience caring for small animals – rabbits, chickens, ducks, etc. Must pass a background and reference check. This is year-round facility with numerous amenities like pond, creek, hunting, volleyball court, playground, ham station. We have a live-in groundskeeper already. You will have access to garden vegetables and chicken eggs. RV, utilities and Internet provided plus a monthly stipend of $500. Non-smoker and no drinking. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

house sitter wanted from May 1 until July 31 for our home and acreage with glorious views from a mountaintop near Asheville. The house sitter will need to check that the gardeners show up each week to do mowing and some pruning, this time of the year. You can live here rent-free, but no salary will be provided. To apply, please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

NORTH CAROLINA OWNER OF A FIVE ACRE organic managed farm, needs inside and outside help. Maintain and expand in a well-supported growing farm market area. Quiet, no drama, drugs, or drink. Thorough background check, and professional references required. Small salary and % of profit provided. Repair and upkeep of vehicles, fencing, pasture, etc. Implement your dreams and sustain mine. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) and leave a message.

Norway

INTERESTED IN SELF-SUFFICIENCY? Want to help build a community? Love the sea? On an organic farm a few hours north of Oslo, our collective is for anyone keen to learn, share ideas, and work hard. We are building a sailboat and when she is finished we want to sail the world, visiting other eco-villages, collecting knowledge and traveling in the most eco-friendly way possible. Anyone who helps us out will have the chance to join our crew. We also work on the farm, building up the infrastructure to create a stable base for our community. On the boat side the biggest thing is that all the inner plating and insulation are all finished up, the bathroom (wet-room) is plated and all water tanks are welded into position. Next big thing is to get the engine into the boat. We have to lift it up three meters and then two meters sideways. It’s a little messy but we are working on this right now. Weight of the engine is around 500 kg so we need a hoist-system. The volunteers took some days off to hitch-hike to the west coast, and came happily back home with pictures of fiords, and camping outside in the mountains close to the glaciers. The summer has been extremely warm one so contrary to what I was thinking that they will almost freeze to death they got back to the farm sun-burned with a happy smile on their faces. During the next few weeks we will be harvesting what we have been planting this year and we will work on the engine and rigging, so if you have any skills you might think will be useful please feel free to contact us. We also looking for crew for sailing across the Atlantic, heading towards Cuba when the boat is finished so if you find that fancy please contact us. Please send an email to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) explaining why you would be interested in our community and please place this in the Subject Line: SEA GYPSY APLLICATION so we know you have been reading this. Love from [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) – a sea gypsy tribe of tomorrow!

Ohio

[Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) is located in the Connecticut Western Reserve of Ohio. The property is of a federal style and has been carefully restored as a bed & breakfast and a place to host special events. Public spaces have been added to include a grand meeting room, rustic wine cellar, and an outdoor area featuring: gardens, outdoor kitchen, and fire pit. Overnight lodging will be available in two guest rooms. We are seeking a manager with hospitality management experience who is personable, has exemplary communication skills, and is a motivated self-starter, able to create exciting experiences for overnight guests and visitors. Honesty and integrity are essential attributes of the person we are seeking. This position offers full time, year round employment. Compensation package includes separate accommodations, parking for one vehicle, and all utilities. No pets allowed. Salary is experience-based and negotiable. For more information please submit your resume and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Oklahoma

house sitter NEEDED from May 1 to July 31, 2015 for our three-bedroom home in the Oklahoma City area. We need a dog-lover to look after our two cute Poodles, who need cuddles (and food), and to be walked twice each day. Our home is very close to the I40, and just 20 minutes by car to the city. A large park is a short walk away, along with walking trails and tennis courts. You must keep our house in good shape while we are away, because we expect it to be the same when we return. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

POSITION OPEN for a general farm and ranch employee in the Durant, Oklahoma area. Duties would include feeding and working cattle, putting up hay, brush work and other duties as may arise. Housing, equipment and supplies furnished. No drugs, no smoking, no alcohol. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers). No phone calls please!

Oregon

OFFICE MANAGER needed on an olive oil ranch. Seeking an individual or couple for an established Farm on a 100-acre picturesque remote ranch, administrating office manager duties along with online sales located on the North Umpqua River in Glide, Oregon. This person should have computer Internet skills for use on our Olive Oil website for sales of the olive oil, at [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) along with being able to prepare and submit weekly reports. Please submit a detailed resume, including education, work history skills, goals, and references with phone numbers. Compensation to include a two-bedroom standalone home with paid utilities, health plan, paid vacations, and future profit sharing program. Interested and available candidates are urged to forward their resume with cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers).

Paraguay

PET/house sitter WANTED in Paraguay from June 6 through September 6, 2015. We need a houseand pet sitter, for our countryside place in Paraguay, near the town of Paraguari. We have six dogs and one cat. The house sitter will live in a guest cottage, so he/she can stay for a longer time to explore the county, even when we have returned. For more information please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Tennessee

CARETAKER NEEDED in Coker Creek to care for a small six room motel, with three cabins and a restaurant, located in the beautiful Cherokee National Forest of southeastern Tennessee. We are surrounded by waterfalls, lakes, streams and rivers. Duties include answering phones, taking reservations, light cooking and cleaning. Must be able to live on the property. No pets and no smoking. Must be trustworthy, reliable and dependable. We are offering housing, utilities and a negotiable salary. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves the outdoors and nature. Only serious applicants need apply. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) for more details.

MARRIED CARETAKER COUPLE wanted to help maintain a 10 acre lake property in Joelton, TN in return for a one bedroom apartment with electric and cable. Looking for caretakers who are interested in a long-term situation only. Must be diligent, trustworthy, hard-working, and self-starters who like working outdoors and very handy with lawn care, basic carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc. Must also be able to pass an extensive background check. No drinkers/smokers. Please email your resume(s) to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Texas

FULL-TIME CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED in Manor, TX starting after April 10, 2015. We have a permanent opening for a responsible couple to work on a suburban horse ranch. This position consists of a five day work week. We have 10 horses on about 60 acres. We provide a nice furnished home, paid utilities, full health benefits, and an annual salary of $34,000 for the couple – $17,000 each. Both people will be required to work and we expect a full-time forty hour week from both employees. Horse skills will be the first consideration of a qualified candidate. General ranch experience will be helpful as will general construction skills. We look for self-starters able to see problems and fix them. Couples only. To apply, please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

RANCH CARETAKERS needed near Dallas. We are searching for a caretaker couple to manage the daily operations of a working ranch. The ideal candidates are a couple who will handle the daily handyman duties, cooking, cleaning, and ironing. The handyman will be well versed in ranch duties, machinery/equipment, painting, mowing, irrigation repairs, etc. The interior caretaker will be well versed in cooking, housekeeping, ironing, and hosting dinner events. Housing and utility usage allowance provided. No children permitted due to working ranch liabilities. Applicants must be eligible to work in the US, no exceptions. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates should submit both resumes, salary history, and include RC in the Subject Line to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

LONG-TERM WORK EXCHANGE POSITION available in the Huntsville/Trinity area. I am working remotely on an intense project that keeps me tied to my home office instead of out working my micro-farm. I need help for at least three to four months, but prefer it to be long term or permanent if possible. I am offering a nice room with private hall bath in my house including all bills paid (Internet, heat, A/C, trash, The Dish, W/D use, etc.) in exchange for a farm caretaker (home maintenance person) – caring for my farm animals, dogs and cats and doing miscellaneous maintenance activities. I have one large pig, many small pot belly pigs, many rabbits, a goat, three cows, geese, chickens, dogs and an outdoor cat. You should be an able bodied person who loves animals and will take good care of them – giving some petting and letting them into and out of the house. Other tasks include: cleaning cages weekly, hay pulled from large round bales and placed in wagon and take it to replace hay for all animal beds (every three to four days), rake hen area and put fresh hay to keep it clean (and flies down) when it is dirty. Gather eggs daily, keep clean hay in egg boxes. The front porch must be swept every few days, driveway and gutters kept clean, the garage clean around feed bags (weekly) and entryways. This opportunity is for a mature person, who is energetic and preferably knows about plants and gardening or seriously wants to learn. If you have carpentry skills, I have building projects (will pay for those separately). Women are welcome! You need common sense to handle any emergency that might come up, to contact me – be able to deal with a water leaks on outdoor faucets, fix hoses, help animals giving birth, etc. You have to be able and willing to get your hands dirty. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers).

LONG-TERM, GENERAL FARM AND RANCH, mature employee needed in the Fredericksburg, TX area. Duties would include feeding and working horses, putting up hay, brush work and other duties as may arise. Housing, equipment and supplies furnished. Good pay provided. A couple is OK. No drugs, no smoking, no alcohol, references required. Please fax your resume to:[Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

VOLUNTEER POSITIONS are currently available for couples or individuals willing to assist in park maintenance at Bardwell Lake. Primary Responsibility will be mowing, weed eating, liter pick up in picnic sites and group shelter. Time commitments are flexible, but we prefer a commitment of 3-6 months. All volunteers will be required to complete a background check and a volunteer application. We look for a positive attitude and outgoing personalities along with the desire to work as part of a team to reach our goals and “Make a Difference”. Please apply at: [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

APPRECIATE QUIET, WILDLIFE, OPEN SPACE and stars at night? Caretaker with own RV wanted for a large ranch in Southwest Texas. We provide electricity and water. Will occasionally do light repairs/maintenance work and monitoring wildlife. Will have lots of spare time so an interest in creating projects or “tinkering with things” would be helpful. Must be a good communicator, have references and a clean background. Please email your cover letter and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

SEEKING A FULL-TIME ENERGETIC/TECHNICALLY SAVVY Innkeeper couple to live on our property and manage all aspects of a country vacation and wedding venue business. We are located in the Texas Hill Country, 15 miles outside of Austin, in Spicewood, Texas. You would be expected to provide exemplary customer service, prepare all staff for upcoming events. Manage daily operations, respond to guest inquires for overnight accommodations, close sales, schedule bridal tours and meetings. maintain the calendar of events and overnight reservations, housekeep, provided comfortable bedding, laundry, grounds work, maintenance, plumbing, electrical, swimming pool and hot tub cleaning, A/C and appliances, wedding day/event grounds preparation, work along with a Wedding and Events Planner and set up wedding equipment. Periodically you will prepare breakfast for the bride and groom. Other than that no other cooking is required. In exchange you would be provided a one bedroom suite in the guest house and a competitive salary with several options for pay depending upon your level of experience. Part ownership is also an option. Please send your resume and cover letter stating why you are qualified to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) This position is available immediately.

CARETAKERS needed. A West Texas ranch is looking for a married couple as caretakers for absentee owners’ houses, grounds and vehicles. Full time, permanent position for a couple with good people skills, morals and clean records. No drugs, smoking or drinking and no kids. Duties include housekeeping, light laundry and some assistance with cooking and bartending during occasional entertaining. Skills include plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, HVAC and audio visual, and repair and maintenance of owners’ vehicles and related equipment. Must be computer literate. No ranch duties involved. Report directly to owners. Competitive salary, nice housing, utilities and ranch vehicle provided. Please send complete employment history with names and dates of employers, skills possessed and salary requirements for the couple to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

A FAMILY-OWNED RECREATIONAL HUNTING AND CATTLE Ranch is looking for a hardworking, honest, hospitable married couple to help manage our operations. We are looking for a year-round, full-time ranch foreman and a part-time hostess/cook/housekeeper (generally Thursday through Sunday). Must be willing to roll up your sleeves and make things happen to improve the property and operations. While there may be occasional contract labor to assist with projects, this position requires the ability and desire to work in the Texas heat, alongside the contract labor. Must live on premises. Salary based on experience. Housing, utilities, health insurance and benefits provided. The Ranch Foreman’s (husband) job is a full-time position. Outdoor work requires physical strength and stamina; must be organized and efficient with good communication skills (both verbal and written); computer literate – email, scan, and fax; direct the breeding and raising of cattle (cow/calf operation), including record maintenance, working with and shipping cattle, handling cattle sales, provide animal care for cattle, poultry and horses, hire, train and/or supervise contract workers, manage third-party contractors and project budgets from initial concept to completion, manage vendor relationships for supplies, build, inspect, maintain and repair ranch structures (buildings, fences, roads, gates, etc.) and equipment as needed and as listed on preventive maintenance schedule, operate, maintain, and repair farm equipment, maintain operational and maintenance records, maintain the swimming pool, general landscaping and mowing, plan, plant, cultivate and harvest crops; assist with haying, range and wildlife management, including feeding, aging and surveys, and have competency with “handy-man skills” – plumbing, electrical, painting and carpentry, water well knowledge and experience, heavy equipment operator would be a plus. This positions reports to the ranch owner on a regular basis. The Hostess/Cook/Housekeeper’s (wife) job will be a part-time position. Mostly indoor work; must be extremely organized and efficient; computer literate. There is an option to seek employment outside the ranch, if desired. This position requires the routine housekeeping of all houses, launder all linens (sheets, towels, bath towels, etc.), maintain inventory of groceries and cleaning supplies, create and maintain a preventive maintenance program for houses, weekend preparation of main house for owners and guests, including meals, assist with landscape maintenance, gardening and vegetable farming, provide significant assistance with recordkeeping and bookkeeping for entire ranch, capable of providing light babysitting of elementary aged children, as needed. General computer skills include email, scanning, fax, and Internet search. Will also need to assist other ranch staff, as needed. Please email your resumes and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

United Arab Emirates

MANAGER OF A LUXURY SANCTUARY needed. Our high profile client in the UAE is looking for an experienced Manager for her Luxury Sanctuary, Ladies Retreat. You must have managed a similar business before and be able to show a proven track record of staff management, training, marketing, budget and stock control. Previous employment in the UAE is also an advantage, however not essential. This is not a job for the faint hearted – it will be long hours – 10 am – 10 pm (shift system with regular breaks) six days per week managing a team of over 25 staff but an exciting opportunity and new challenge for a candidate with the relevant experience. Accommodation could be provided if you do not live locally (i.e. within 40 minutes’ drive from Dubai). Salary will be, depending on level of experience, circa £35,000 – 40,000 (tax free). Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) and include EHS # 410 in the Subject Line.

Vermont

CARTAKER WANTED for a historic Vermont trout club. We are seeking a resident caretaker for our April – October season. Salary plus residence and utilities provided. To learn more, please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Virginia

ASSISTANT INNKEEPER needed. This is an on-site residential, full time, assistant innkeeper position with training provided on the job for a single person. Our bed and breakfast is on the historic corridor of Williamsburg, Virginia. We are searching for a personally well qualified individual who will be mentored and groomed to assist in all aspects of inn keeping. Having good housekeeping, cooking, serving, and conversational skills are essential. Social skills and acceptance and toleration along with a pleasant persona and temperament bode well as guests expect you to be a personal host for their visit. Social judgment and the protocol of courtesy is expected. Being handy with property maintenance is a frequent requirement, sometimes essential, Have a “Green Thumb” with houseplants and outside flower gardens. The salary would be determined by the qualifications and experience of the individual ranging from $12,000 to 15,000 a year and include living accommodations and utilities, as well as paid vacation. Please send an email to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) with your resume and brief note as to why you think you would be a good candidate for an interview.

INNKEEPER/OWNERSHIP for a successful Virginia Bed and Breakfast. [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) has an opportunity for Innkeeper position with ownership potential. A couple with strong hospitality skills, computer skills, cooking skills, and various business skills could be the perfect match for [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers). Separate Innkeeper suite allows for privacy and relaxation. Full use of the spa pool and luxury living quarters create the perfect environment. Your future is bright at the Beach Spa Bed and Breakfast. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Washington

SAN JUAN ISLAND INNKEEPER needed. Dreaming of living on San Juan Island? Want to work with a dedicated team of professionals, meet some interesting people and work in a dynamic and faced-paced environment and have fun doing it? We have a full-time, year round position available for the right person at the [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) in historic Friday Harbor. Our ideal candidate will have strong kitchen skills and experience, excellent communication skills, be self-motivated with the ability to track multiple projects at a time, and have an innate comfort around people. Now for the details: The Innkeeper is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Inns, food service preparation and execution for breakfast and special events, maintenance of the physical plant and the overall guest experience. The position works in collaboration with the owners and the rest of the team in the operation of these two joint properties. Please send your resume and cover letter describing your background and why we should consider you for the position by emailing [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

MOUNTAIN MAN NEEDED to steward our 60 acre old growth forest, in the central Cascades, Washington. Ideal for a fit retired person, to live in our small cabin in a beautiful setting. The Whitewater River is 200 yards from your doorstep, and 1/2 mile from wilderness hot spring. Salary is $700/month, and the main duty is property inspection once daily. Additional part time work available at $10/hour. Off grid with solar-powered satellite Internet connection; propane cooking, and wood heat. Annually, May to November, with a start date in May, 2015. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

West Virginia

CARETAKER NEEDED. We are currently looking for a caring, compassionate person, to provide care for the evening and weekend hours in the Beckley area. Training provided. Please apply in person at the [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

WE ARE SEEKING RVING VOLUNTEERS at [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) willing to perform light maintenance from mid-April through late May, and then act as visitor center hosts and fee collectors at our swim area from late May through early September. Examples of maintenance duties include grass mowing and trimming, painting, landscaping, sign maintenance, trail maintenance, and de-winterizing facilities. Special projects, less routine in nature, may also be available. This position is provided with a laundry room nearby that can be used free of charge. A minimum of 25 hours per week per campsite (not per camper) will be required. “We are willing to consider any suggestions you may have concerning work schedules and/or duties.” Volunteers camp for free on sites featuring concrete pads; plus water, sewage, and 50 amp electric hookups. To apply, please complete our application on our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Wisconsin

LIVE-IN CARETAKER COUPLE needed. Do you enjoy working outdoors? Do like to hunt and fish? A long-term, live-in caretaker/groundskeeper position is available on a beautiful private lake estate near Pickerel, WI on 700 private acres. A three bedroom home will be provided. The caretaker couple will have the full use of the property, and must have a strong work ethic, be trustworthy and have a sense of responsibility. Must be self-motivated and able to work without supervision. Duties include but not limited to, lawn care, trail maintenance, vehicle maintenance, and general handyman skills, including work with a chainsaw and power tools. Winter responsibilities are generally limited to snow plowing. The ideal candidate would be a recently retired couple with an outside income. A small salary of $500/month will be provided. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers).

CARETAKER NEEDED for a smaller apartment complex located between Crivitz and Iron Mountain. This is a part-time position, and the caretaker must have knowledge of smaller repairs. Compensation is a rent free one bedroom apartment plus $100 salary. That includes cleaning hallways and showing vacant units. Any substantial repairs will be paid above salary. This would be ideal for a retired person, single or couple. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

LIVE-IN FARM HOUSE CARETAKER wanted in Brooklyn, WI. [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) is located 20 miles south of Madison. We are a certified organic vegetable farm on 15 acres total with 10 acres under production. Please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) to see more about the farm and our business and to see pictures of the property and house. I need one dedicated person who wants to live here, preferably someone interested in local food production and with cooking skills (but not required or the most important criteria), to help maintain organization in the house and homestead portion of the farm, and to potentially cook some meals for employees (particularly during the busier seasons when there are more employees). The most important responsibilities include those regarding the house, its organization, and awareness/prioritization of what maintenance is required. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) to talk about the possibilities and responsibilities here.

Wyoming

CARETAKER WANTED for an elderly lady who lives out in the country, about 50 miles outside of Casper. Housing is available, with salary negotiable. References are required. For more details, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) and leave a message. Thanks.

Situations-wanted Ads

Professional couple seeking opportunities in BC, PNW, SW. Short and Long. Responsible. Industrious. Pets, Gardens, People. Hi-speed Internet required. September 2015 forward. References available. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

International responsible professional seeking to house/pet sit worldwide. Info: [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Small homeschooling family seeks long term caretaking or house sitting position in a private home in a quiet country setting. We will take care of your house like it is our own. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Mature Female seeks a position as a Personal Assistant, caretaker, Gal Friday, travel companion. In excellent health, with diverse background, including broadcast journalism, modeling, housekeeping. I have a valid passport, raised three wonderful kids. BA in Communications, excellent people skills, hard worker. Healthy eater, non-smoker. No drugs, seldom drink. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

49-year-old male seeking a Caretaker position. Over 25 years’ experience in building and landscaping industry, and management. Currently a winter caretaker for remote fly fishing lodge in Alaska, Completely off grid. I have experiences with wind turbines and solar systems, vehicle, ATV, heavy equipment and generator maintenance, aquaponics and conventional gardening. Seeking a position in the Mountain regions, ocean front, back country, or warmer climates considered. Please email with interest to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Young Professional Couple seeks caretaking or hospitality positions or sublet in Boulder/Fort Collins or surrounding areas for May – August 2015. Caretaking, landscaping, hospitality/events and property management experience. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Situation Sought on Maine Coast. Responsible woman in middle years – healthy, fit, pleasant, conscientious, intelligent, capable, positive, nature-loving, and artistic – seeks house-sitting, caretaking, or affordable house sharing arrangement. Background in holistic health and museum fields. Permaculture student. Experienced property caretaker and also as: whole foods cook, housekeeper/home maker, organic vegetable/flower gardener, compassionate caregiver. Excellent character, work, rental, and house-sitting references. Cell [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) Thank you.

Museum professional seeks pet/estate sitting in San Diego County area starting in June. Superb references. Contractor experience. Non-smoker. Accountable and willing to work. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers).

Conscientious, get-it-done couple seeking caretaking position starting mid-October or early November in the Pacific Northwest, Northern California or driving proximity. He: Early 50-something experienced caretaker, sommelier by profession, hospitality-driven, handy with household/electrical repairs and maintenance. She: Early 40-something, long-time food, travel and lifestyle journalist, Marine Naturalist, ex-Microsoft, savvy with animal care, gardening, household organization, strong computer skills, plus any writing, social media or marketing needs. We come with a 5-year-old well-behaved rescue dog and impeccable references. Non-smokers. No kids. Fit, active and adventurous; we’re not afraid of hands-on work. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers).

Caretaker/Estate Management/Villa Host: Professional couple currently managing/caretaking a five bedroom Caribbean Villa seeking next position beginning around October 1, 2015. Prefer a warm climate. Excellent handyman skills. Work experiences are heavy in business management, operations, customer service, and marketing. You will have a tough time finding another professional and personable couple with our business and people skills. You can learn more at [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

house sitting position wanted. I am a Nanny, Personal Assistant, and Home Manager looking for housing in exchange for caring for your home in Charleston/Mt. Pleasant, SC. Isle of Palms/beach home preferred. Dedicated, organized, consistent, patient, quiet, non-smoker. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Caretaker position wanted in western Montana: Prefer near Butte, Dillon, Missoula, or Kalispell areas. I am a self-starter with strong, personal and managerial qualities. Could perform the activities needed for an absentee owner. I usually do not need supervision. I have had substantial farm/ranch and equine experience. I have substantial record keeping and financial experience. I own sufficient machinery to handle most caretaker duties. Graduate of MSU Bozeman with Bachelor of Science Degree. I would prefer an on-site residence. I am retired and married with grown sons, who are doing well on their own. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Oregon resident wants long-term caretaking or house sitting job. Could relocate to nearby state. Experience in handyman chores. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Live-in home health caretaker available for one year, 15 years of experience, references available. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

US/Canadian couple available for long-term house/pet-sitting, caretaking. Warmer climate preferred. Currently living in Honolulu. Ethical living, positive attitude and spirituality are all-important to us. Willing to travel around the globe. Please, email to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers). Thank you.

Friendly Christian Man (39) available. Multi-skilled Professional, with excellent references/clean background. Experienced handyman working in all aspects of property maintenance and management. Experienced Caregiver/H.H.A, cook. I grew up on a farm caring for large animals and gardening. Preventive maintenance and emergency preparedness; is a way of life to me. Additional experience includes: Hospitality, guest relations, Security Guard and CDL-C. Interests: backpacking, fishing, hunting, trapping, wild life, off grid, Alaska, and Northern Maine. Please come visit my website for more information at [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Responsible, Conscientious, Dependable, Hardworking Man seeking a caretaking/house sitting opportunity for the spring of 2015. (Asheville and More). Jack of all trades. Impeccable References. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Mature/fit Caretaker/house/pet/sitter available. Friendly, reliable and hardworking. Expertise in horticulture grounds, building maintenance, and pool chef. Previous experiences with live-on property/vineyard manager/and private/estate gardener. Excellent/reference and background. Massachusetts resident. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Retired female in great physical condition is seeking a property caretaker/house sitter position. Geographically flexible. Non-smoker. I am honest, responsible, value a strong work ethic, have a clear driving record. Taking care of people, making sure they are secure and happy is my pleasure. Experience includes ranch work and property caretaking, housekeeping, cooking, caring for animals and bookkeeping, etc. Excellent character and work references are available. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Healthy, non-smoking, non-drinking married couple, 60, no pets, geographic flexibility, experienced caretakers, seeking a long-term caretaking position with housing, salary, and four seasons. His experience: livestock, buildings and grounds maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, security, woodworking, historic preservation, organic gardening, pruning, orchards, hardware, teaching. Hers: mental health counseling, bookkeeping, piano, and French. Both: responsible, conscientious, organized, detail-oriented, good communicators. Excellent references. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Awesome and enthusiastic lady available for caretaking, house-sitting, and inn-keeping opportunities beginning in June 2015 in the Pacific Northwest and California. I am compassionate, efficient, and an excellent communicator. Years of experience caring for homes, dogs, and properties. I am currently interning with a European-style guest house in the Central Coast region of California. My interests include ecology, growing food, artistic endeavors, herbalism, and living simply. Please contact Jennifer with details and inquiries (including compensation and dates) at [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) for more information about me and my work. Thanks!

Sugar Nanny for Love Dog(s) Available Immediately in Northern Colorado near Longmont. What will I do for your dog(s)? Keep them company. Feed them with care, clean their eating area, keep their water full, take them on long walks, brushing, shaking out their beds, and sweep. I can also take care of your plants, packages, and bird bath. Excellent references available. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Connie (aka Kauni) has been a house-sitter for over 10 years from California to the U.K., as well as the Fiji Islands and other exotic locations. Her skills include gourmet, organic cooking, credentialed governess/ESL tutor, home management, swim/boating lessons, French/Swedish lessons, pet care (chinchilla to ragdoll), decorator, elder-care/CPR, theatre/music specialist, gardening/planting/canning, permaculture, and more. Her specialized set of skills make her your perfect caretaker, caregiver and sterling representative for your precious property. See [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) for what she has enjoyed doing all her life. Please feel free to email her at [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Practical Skills, People Skills and Integrity. Bob has owned businesses, raised horses and cattle, can operate farm equipment, power tools and do building maintenance. He is also a talented singer-songwriter having performed in Branson, Missouri and toured the western US with his music. Monte raised three children and worked as an administrative assistant. She has extensive experience as a world traveler. Bob and Monte are ready to go to work for you! Contact [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

Seeking a caretaker/sitter position. Prefer Eastern seaboard but am open to other locations as well. I am a single, mature male, with grown children doing well on their own. Construction background as the son of Home Builder, with management skills. I am trustworthy, reliable and competent to solve any maintenance issues. I’m experienced with Domestic and Farm animals. A non-smoker, no drugs, but love chocolate. Have a current class A. CDL driver’s license. If you want to protect your property interest I`m your guy. Excellent references available upon request. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] (Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

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