The Caretaker Gazette May / June 2023

Alaska

CAMPGROUND HOST needed near Valdez, Alaska, summer 2023, from mid-June, mid-August or mid-September. Your own RV (or tent) is required. Free campsite and minimal pay for minimal work for facilities and guest care at beautiful [Contact info available to subscribers] (No RV hookups, Wi-Fi, limited phone). Enjoy stunning views, fishing, hiking, wildlife, cooking out, quiet for napping and reading. The site has communal vault toilets, and a water hand pump. Personal picnic table, fire ring. We provide the host: storage space onsite, bikes, and tank dumping nearby. Bring your own paddleboard/other gear. Dogs are welcome. We are located 24 miles from town. You can learn more by visiting [Contact info available to subscribers]

ANCHORAGE HILLSIDE CARETAKER needed at [Contact info available to subscribers] Host is responsible for providing basic services at four popular [Contact info available to subscribers] trailhead offers excellent access to alpine areas including the popular Flattop Mountain. Common activities in the area include wildlife viewing, hiking, dog walking, climbing, berry picking, and biking. The job duties for the summer season include restroom cleaning, garbage pickup, visitor counts, incident reporting, visitor interaction, and other duties as assigned. Requirements of this position include working with minimal supervision, exercising good judgment, and maintaining high maintenance standards. The winter season duties include those described above although on a smaller scale due to decreased visitation. The position can be physically demanding. Additional winter duties include snow blowing/shoveling, maintaining access to fee stations and latrines, snowmobile operation, and winter trail maintenance. Activities during the winter include skiing, hiking, sledding, wildlife viewing and snowmobiling (if snow depth is adequate). Experience in winter-based activity is especially helpful. The time commitment is Summer: five months, 5/1 to 9/30/23; Winter: 10/1 to 4/30/24. A furnished one bedroom caretaker apartment will be provided, located above the ranger station. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers].

FACILITIES MANAGER NEEDED. Tasked with maintaining the physical infrastructure of Camp Denali, this summer seasonal position is one full of problem-solving and learning opportunities. Train and supervise a small crew. This highly skilled position requires a broad knowledge base. $4,500 – $5,500/month, plus tips, free room and board, travel stipend, and health insurance. The full job description and online application can be found at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Arizona

OUR LOVELY “ARIZONA VICTORIAN San Franciscan adobe historical, 7 room inn” needs an Innkeeper(s) to welcome and register guests; to provide continental breakfast, housekeeping/laundry, timely room turnover, detail attention, and common area cleanliness. The property needs: one who provides security, curiosity (pool skimming, water plants, etc.) and attention to our guests as well. Social, self-motivated, disciplined, able to work hard sometimes long, rewarding hours, proactive, ability to anticipate situations and environment, conscientious, kind, and respectful. Professional yet genuine in one’s disposition and positive attitude. Minimum three years of prior Innkeeper experience, OTA’s, ThinkReservations, social media, Canva, and marketing skills. Background in hospitality is required. Quarters: quiet and private, near the pool/spa. Historic Ol’ carriage house and kitchen “out buildings” have been connected and lovingly restored, prior owner’s residence. We are grateful and honored to offer this as a respite for our Innkeepers. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Arkansas

house sitter NEEDED for my large home in Riverwalk Farm Estates in Bentonville, AR. Will also need to care for my three dogs. Need the house sitter to start around April 20 with an indefinite time-period (at least four months while I’ll be out of the country). Can be a single person or couple (no children or other pets please). Must be dependable, trustworthy, responsible, and a nonsmoker/drinker/drug user, and in good health. Care for my home, dogs, and indoor plants. We have a weekly landscaper who takes care of our lawn and outdoor plants. Early retirees, retirees, or a part-time student would be OK. Small wage possible. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Letters to the Editor

Hi Gary and Family! Thank you so much for your wonderful publication! I love getting it and dreaming about a different kind of life! Yahoo.com locked me out of my old email address, so I’ll be sending you my new email later today. Please update your records when you get time. Thank you again for all your hard work! Blessings, Dana R., Bedford, TX

Hi Dana, you can change your email address yourself any time after you log-in to your account. Once you are logged in you can click on our Main Menu and then you can click on any of these features to update your subscription record, if you like: 1) Change Account Password or Email Address, and/or 2) Change of Mailing Address

As a subscriber, I have been browsing The Caretaker Gazette for the past 3 – 4 years. Finally, at the beginning of this year I applied and was accepted for a home management position on the East Coast! After spending eight years as a nanny in Michigan, it was a great transition and best of all, I did not have to work through an employment agency. The Caretaker Gazette led me to exactly what I was looking for! Thanks so much, V.M. Kalamazoo,

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Dear Valerie, thanks for your note. Many of our subscribers tell us that reading the Gazette has helped them to decide what they would ultimately like to do. I am glad that the Gazette was a useful tool to help you find what you were looking for. We wish you the best!

Gary, to date I have had close to twenty inquiries to my help-wanted ad and a number of them look very good. We have always had a hard time finding the right people to live up there and you have just solved that problem. I will be sure to respond to each email to let people know what we are doing. Thanks, B. K., Mountain Center, CA

Bob, we have some excellent subscribers; very qualified people who can bring their experience to help you with your needs and would enjoy living on your beautiful property, so I am not surprised that you had such a great response to your Gazette Help-Wanted ad. I appreciate your responding to all of the applicants.

Thanks to the Gazette, I have landed another quality job in a prime location on a superb farm/estate. I’ll miss the White Mountains of NH, though, and will keep my subscription up to date in the event of another posting in this area. Thanks again, Gary, for supplying us dedicated Caretakers with the connections necessary to pursue quality jobs in exquisite locations on wonderful estates. D. L., Ringoes, NJ

Dennis, congratulations on the new position. It sounds like the farm/estate position will provide you with some great experiences that you can eventually use to help you find a future position back in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.

Dear Gary, we have recently moved from The Woodlands in Houston to Austin, Texas. We do enjoy reading and staying up with the caretaking profession and we also would like to thank you for all the good work you put into your publication for all the folks in our profession. Thanks again and keep up the good work. I would also like to add a message to all your readers who are looking for a rewarding and great opportunity in this field: keep looking for the right place with the right people, it is out there and The Caretaker Gazette is still the best resource in the business! Wishing you and your family the best. M. and L.R., Austin, TX

Mark and Leann, thank you for the update, and best of luck in Austin. All of us at the Gazette appreciate your kind words and your advice to our subscribers. Now well into our 41st year of publishing, we are still the number one source for property caretaking opportunities and we keep growing each year.

Australia

GARDENER WANTED in Alpha, Queensland. Looking for a couple to do some garden work and checking the waters in the Alpha area. If interested, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

LIVE-IN CARETAKER needed in Wentworth Point, New South Wales for a private hotel. This would suit an active single retired senior. Clerical and handyman skills would be an advantage. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]4.

EXTRA PAIR OF HANDS NEEDED on a Southern Highlands farm, in New South Wales. Looking for a couple or single to live on our farm in a one bedroom self-contained dwelling with separate entrance (utilities included) in exchange for 15 hours per week of work, work includes changing over farm stay accommodation (approximately three hours per changeover up to three times per week during school holidays), garden maintenance (experience with machinery essential), taking care of farm animals on occasion (knowledge of horses ideal) and a love of an old Labrador essential. A six month commitment is preferred but I am happy to discuss. Small pets welcome. Nonsmokers please. If this could be your cup of tea (and I do love a cuppa), could you please message with me a little information about yourself/ves to [Contact info available to subscribers]

URGENT HELP REQUIRED. We are a cattle and stock horse property, located 38 kilometers north of Injune, Queensland at the southern end of the beautiful Carnarvon Ranges. We are seeking a couple or single person who is looking to take a break off the road for a while and enjoy our beautiful area and give me a hand around the homestead. I am currently on the long road of recovery from ankle surgery and cannot manage everything that needs to be done. You would be helping around the homestead, maintaining the grounds, doing some housework, feeding cats, chooks, dogs, birds, etc. The mustering team is arriving at the end of January for a week, so you will also be required to help with preparing meals for the mustering crew and delivering lunch out to the cattle yards. Your own caravan is required, and you will have access to power, water, laundry, and toilet. Pets are welcome but must not chase stock. Start ASAP and stay as long as you want. I would prefer four weeks or more. The hourly rate of pay is negotiable. There will be plenty of time to explore this beautiful area. Weekends are yours. Please feel free to contact Annette for further information on [Contact info available to subscribers].

CARAVAN PARK CARETAKERS are needed in Northcliffe, in the lower southwest region of Western Australia, about 28 kilometers south of the town of Pemberton. The owner will be travelling overseas from April 5th until April 23rd. We are a small 30 bay caravan park with three cabins to clean and make up, ablutions and the camper’s kitchen. There will be three alpacas to feed and Kangaroos in the park. If you’re interested in this, and if you are in Western Australia, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER/NIGHTWATCHMEN NEEDED at a Caravan Park in Northeast Victoria. We are looking for someone wanting to help around a caravan park in Bright, Victoria, the heart of the Alpine region. Duties are general maintenance, gardening, and some light cleaning duties, the role is flexible with some afterhours phone coverage required. Bring your own accommodation if preferred but some basic accommodation options may be available. Good rates with accommodation/site rental provided as part of the arrangement. If you have any questions and/or are interested, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers].

CARETAKER NEEDED in Roma, Queensland. Duties include monitoring and maintaining fences and water supplies (electric bore and dams) and maintaining the lawns (a zero turn mower will be supplied). A sound knowledge and experience with livestock would be advantageous. A single cottage and work vehicle will be supplied. This position would be very suitable for a pensioner/semi-retired caretaker. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

A CARETAKER, CLEANER, SUPERVISOR POSITION is available at a workers camp near Tabulam, New South Wales. Tabulam is a rural village in the northeastern section of New South Wales, 800 kilometers from Sydney. This position is available for approximately six months from about July to December (Blueberry season) to assist in the day-to-day maintenance, cleaning and running of an islander fruit picker accommodation facility near Tabulam. You will need your own van. Powered site with water provided as part of remuneration. This is ideally suited for a reasonably fit and mobile couple, although we have had singles in the past. For more details, please get in touch with [Contact info available to subscribers]

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

UNPAID COUPLE NEEDED for a farmlet in the Tamworth region of New South Wales. I am a single mother with an 11-year-old son living on an approximately 500 acre farm nestled against the picturesque Great Dividing Range, close to Tamworth Scone and Murrurundi, NSW. We have approximately 60 head of cattle plus horse dogs and cats. A couple is needed to do basic farm work, gardening, animal care, maintenance, and cleaning. Must have good references and an Australian police clearance. Must have some experience (cattle horses dogs and cats) with animals both large and small. Flexible working arrangements are available for two to three hours per day, four to five days a week. Expenses are reimbursed if approved in advance. Must be able to do full-time caretaking of the property if I am absent. You will need your own accommodation in an RV, camper, etc. including your own shower. You will have access to free power, water and a toilet, and can park your rig in my homestead area. Please apply to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Belgium

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED in six B&B’s spread throughout Wallonia: Eupen, Han-Sur-Lesse, Louvain-la-Neuve, Ovifat, Villers-Sainte-Gertrude et Wanne. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a non-profit organization that provides accommodation for all kinds of people: young people, families, school groups, sports clubs and retirees. The B&B’s provide full board to their guests. Throughout the year, the B&B’s offer a series of activities for the guests to enjoy. Kaleo organizes thematic school trips for kindergarten, primary and secondary school students. They also hold a workshop during school vacation for young people from 5 to 16. Kaleo provides a social and dynamic atmosphere by organizing events such as “neighbor’s drinks”, craft markets, storytelling walks or even Halloween and New Year’s Eve parties. Volunteers will have the opportunity to stay in several B&B’s during their project. At each B&B, they will be able to appreciate the atmosphere and participate in the daily life. Here are examples of tasks volunteers will be asked to do: welcoming groups; creating and organizing activities for training courses; creating and organizing activities for school groups; helping the organization in the preparation of events in B&B’s; creating and setting up activities with the guests; helping with the smooth running of the B&B (serving meals, helping with cleaning, etc.). Volunteers will be staying in different B&B’s, depending on availability, events and activities. In each B&B’s, they will have a room (usually a private room with a shared bathroom). Volunteers will be provided with food (three meals a day). To obtain more information, volunteers should email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Belize

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

California/nevada

NOW HIRING. Need a live-in caretaker/personal assistant/driver for a semi-retired mature individual male This is a full-time salaried position, based on experience. Duties required in two locations (Hollywood Hills, CA/Lake Tahoe, NV), to Assist the Employer in performing daily tasks. Separate housing provided on both properties with a private entrance. No outside personal entertaining will be permitted on any of employer’s properties. Applicants must have a minimum of three years, with live-in property experience, and checkable references. Must possess good communication and organizational skills, and have a valid driver’s license with no restrictions. Must have experience to drive/tow an automobile and boat trailer. Company provided car and cell phone. Bookkeeping is not a requirement. Basic computer knowledge, internet, and email skills necessary. Bilingual English/Spanish speaking helpful. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

CARETAKER POSITION AVAILABLE for a mature single person or a couple, no smoking, children, pets, or drugs. 15 hours a week of housekeeping, gardening, general maintenance, large vegetable garden and some driving,in exchange for a modest upstairs two bedroom, one bath with laundry and storage, all utilities included. Located in the heart of the Valley of the Moon, California. Please submit your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

WORK-TRADE OPPORTUNITY, A large one bedroom/one bath home with a big yard in the beautiful Santa Cruz Mountains of California is available for an individual/couple who have koi pond and Japanese garden maintenance expertise. We are looking for a self-motivated individual or couple to care for our koi ponds and Japanese gardens on our 7-acre permaculture homestead in Felton. It is a beautiful heritage property with 400-year-old oaks, an 8-year-old food forest, organic food and medicinal gardens, koi ponds, and Japanese-style meditation gardens. We are looking for someone for whom this is their dream job, in a phase of life where you feel rooted and not traveling a lot. We are in a quiet phase of life and looking for someone who can contribute to the stewardship of this land in a quiet and thoughtful way. BENEFITS: – You will have your own, private one bedroom/one bath home with a full kitchen, dining room, living room, and a bonus loft/office. The house has a large, fenced backyard with a deck and Japanese maples. Onsite parking. The rent is $2,400/month. – We will guarantee you 20 hours of work per week at $30/hour to cover the cost of rent. – Share of organic fruit, vegetables, and medicinal herbs from the property – Convenient location, seven minutes to downtown Felton, 15 minutes to downtown Santa Cruz, and 45 minutes to San Jose. SKILLS/EXPERIENCE NEEDED: – Driver’s license – Koi and pond maintenance expertise – Japanese garden and pruning expertise – Responsive on text as property needs arise (taking care of emergencies if they come up after hours) LIFESTYLE: – No smoking – Quiet – Clean background check – No unannounced visitors If this sounds like a fit for you, please send an email to [Contact info available to subscribers] to apply.

LOVE TO CLEAN? Love Point Reyes and want to have loads of free time to enjoy nature? Come live here (please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] to see more) and work about 20 hours each week helping clean cottages two to five hours/day, usually five days a week. Simple morning/evening chores too. We are one hour north of San Francisco in Marin County, California, and a half mile to the entrance for Point Reyes National Seashore Park. Looking for one person to start ASAP. You can view your living space (it’s nice!) and read more at [Contact info available to subscribers] This is an ideal situation for someone who loves a quiet, country life, has a car, no pets and has side income or retirement to supplement this part-time pay. Please stay at least six months. Please write to [Contact info available to subscribers] with your questions and thank you so much for reading this and exploring the links above.

LIVE-IN DOMESTIC COUPLE NEEDED in Newport Beach, California. Need a responsible and respectful duo to work Tuesday through Saturday for a busy couple who travel a lot. Responsibilities include overseeing and maintaining the interior and exterior of the home. The job description includes detailed housekeeping, laundry and ironing, meal service, houseman, exterior and yard maintenance, and vehicle maintenance. Qualifications: – Must have a reliable car, and a valid driver’s license with a clean record. – Two or more years of high end verifiable domestic experience. Accommodation and salary to be discussed. Please submit your updated resume for immediate consideration to [Contact info available to subscribers]

A SEASONAL LODGE CHEF IS NEEDED for our lakefront lodge in Kit Carson, California. The lodge offers three-meal dining, marina rentals, and a general store. The Chef’s season is May 15 to October 15, when the lodge closes. There is the potential to transition to full-time at a different location. Requirements: Prior seasonal Chef experience with a rustic lodge or resort, of at least 20-rooms, with a restaurant, and at least two years as a full-time chef in a full-service casual restaurant. Ala carte, special event, and seasonal menu experience is needed. You will need strong administrative skills with budget, inventory, scheduling, and cost controls. Should have prior experience living in a rural environment. Must be a hands-on team player, and able to commit to remaining in the position until October 15. The Chef compensation will be $6,000 – $8,000 per month, and Lodge accommodations are included. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

IN SEARCH OF CARETAKER(S) in Southern California and East Texas – with any or all of the following skills: Builder/handyman, mechanic, organic gardener/permaculture, healthy cook, healing arts, yoga teacher, admin, computer, assistant/secretarial skills, organizer, animal, and nature lover. I have hired four caretakers from The Caretaker Gazette and still need two more! Please email your resume/letter describing any training and skills to [Contact info available to subscribers] text only 24/7.

Canada

LOOKING FOR EITHER A COUPLE OR AN INDIVIDUAL to temporarily manage my Bed and Breakfast. Located one hour northeast of Calgary, Canada. Applicants must have great references. Percentage paid out of gross revenue received. Payout minimum of $500/month. Dates will be May 1 – November 1, 2023. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

OUR COLORADO MOUNTAIN PROPERTY needs a house sitter from May 15 through October 31, 2023. A couple or single person is needed for a private recreational development in a somewhat remote area in beautiful Park County, Colorado. The community contains over 400 lots that are sparsely populated and privately owned. Successful applicant(s) must be reliable, self-reliant, dependable, responsible, and resourceful. A modular home is provided as compensation (utilities are paid). Successful applicant(s) must have reliable transportation as this house sitting position requires that the house sitter(s) patrol the private community several times per week. A 4-wheel drive vehicle is suggested. Applicant(s) should be in good health as the community is located at an altitude of approximately 9,000 feet. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] if you are interested. References required and a complete background check will be required.

HELP WANTED. The [Contact info available to subscribers] was a guest Dude Ranch, for 40 years. Recently purchased by a private family and undergoing modernizing renovations. The [Contact info available to subscribers] will not be hosting guests until 2024. Come and experience ranch life at a working ranch, without the guests, and just the authentic western experience. We are currently accepting applications for Horticulture Assistants, landscapers, and ranch hands with additional skills. The specific skills we are interested in are Ag fence repair, heavy equipment operation, welding, carpentry, horticulture assistant, landscaping, equine care, irrigation/sprinkler repair/install, and flood irrigation. This position will begin as full-time, approximately May 1 for the summer season with the possibility of year-round work. Guaranteed 40+ hour work per week until snow falls. Seasonal work is approximately May, November. Compensation $15-$25, we have on-site housing available if needed and can be negotiated with pay, all housing is shared with coworkers your age and gender. The housing has Wi-Fi and Cell. To apply please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] and then click on Contact at the bottom of the website. Thanks.

ANIMAL AND RANCH MANAGER needed to live on my property. The position is a ranch manager on 23 acres in Woody Creek, Colorado (15 minutes outside of Aspen) at 7,470′. The position requires both livestock and land management skills including the following: daily feeding and care of three quarter horses, five Babydoll sheep, 12 dogs, and 20 chickens, coordinating all periodic and emergency veterinary services as needed, field irrigation and management of a 16 acre hay field, snow plowing/shoveling paths in winter with owner provided equipment, maintain three outbuildings, a horse barn and your homestead cabin in orderly and clean condition, oversee and monitor a main residence and a Victorian “guest” residence, saddling, caring for and grooming horses, the homeowner’s personal needs such as picking up people at the airport, child pick up, help unloading vehicles, etc., and other tasks that will be listed in a document that we can send you. Applicants must have a valid and clean driver’s license, a clean background check, and be a non-smoker. Compensation: full-time salary based on experience plus housing (a log cabin with utilities included). If interested, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] for additional information.

PARTIAL RENT/WORK TRADE situation available. A private studio in a beautiful Mancos, Colorado home is available in exchange for partial rent plus support with horses and dogs, plus additional tasks. This would be a perfect location for an artist, writer, nature lover, or remote worker. It is a quiet, non-smoking property. An AWD/4WD vehicle will be required in the winter months. Sorry, no pets. Located 2.2 miles from town. You can ski, mountain bike, or hike out the back door. Horse experience preferred. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for info.

HEAD OF MAINTENANCE POSITION AVAILABLE at [Contact info available to subscribers]. Come use your skills and live in the Rocky Mountains! Our beautiful dude ranch is located right along the Colorado River and surrounded by public lands. Hike, fish, camp, ride and explore the Rockies in your off time! Room and board are included in this position. Our season runs from May 8th (flexible arrival date) to the beginning of October. Possible discussion of housing/part time winter position for maintenance if there is an interest. The maintenance position may include, but not limited to maintaining vehicles, servicing equipment and repairing/maintaining ranch buildings. Must be able to operate equipment and general plumbing/electrical knowledge a huge bonus. We seek individuals who are self-motivated, have a positive attitude and willingness to learn, work great with others, will be friendly and outgoing with our guests and always ready to help where needed. Lodging and excellent food are included on top of hourly pay or possible salary. Come use your skills and enjoy all the adventures and amenities of the ranch where you’ll live! You can learn much more on our website, and then please submit your application through our website at [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER NEEDED ON A RANCH in the Rocky Mountains. Looking for an experienced caretaker with horse skills for a live-in job. We have a small ranch that our family lives on full-time, and we’re needing someone to help us care for and rebuild the property. Qualified applicants will have experience with general home upkeep and troubleshooting (small fixes, and knowing when to call an expert), equipment operation and maintenance (including a John Deere, four wheelers, snowmobiles, etc.), snow removal, chainsaw work, fence building and repair, and ability to ride and care for a handful of horses. Applicants must be OK with working variable days, possible weeks in a row without days off. Owners live on the property full-time. This position does not have every weekend off, nor do days off always fall on a weekend. However, when working weeks in a row, there will be days when the only work is to feed the animals. Trust and dependability are the crux of this position. A qualified applicant must be able to lift 50lb feed bags and bales of hay regularly. The applicant must be reliable, dependable, and have a good attitude towards the job. The applicant must enjoy animals (horses, goats, chickens, burros) and caring for them in all aspects. This applicant will respect the manner in which the owner directs care to be done. A qualified applicant should be able to work the same when owners are on the ranch as well as when they are off the ranch. Illegal drug use, or abuse of any substance is not permitted. This position suits the following situations well: Individuals getting on their feet and need stable employment and consistent pay. Couples without children who are saving up and need housing, due to compensation, this works best if one person also works outside the ranch. Pay will be determined by experience and skills. A small one bedroom/one bathroom apartment with utilities paid is included and is part of the compensation. This position is not suited for a family as the apartment is small and not childproof. Apartment pets must be approved, a maximum of two approved pets will be allowed. Please forward your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Connecticut

THE [Contact info available to subscribers] is seeking a full-time, live-in Innkeeper for our beautiful five room bed and breakfast located in East Hampton, Connecticut. Our town is located 22 miles south of the state capital of Hartford and is equidistant from Boston and New York City. The job responsibilities include greeting the guests, answering phone calls, replying to emails, social media, housekeeping, room changeovers, food shopping, preparing and serving breakfasts for guests and making sure all aspects of the guests stay are satisfactory. Compensation includes a room in the Mansion including all utilities and a percentage of the room and event sales. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKING COUPLE NEEDED to manage a 26 acre estate in a beautiful area of New England. This is a colonial home with six bedrooms used for family holidays, short-term rentals, corporate meetings, and seminars. Your job is to keep the house and gardens in top condition and help with hospitality. A separate one bedroom apartment with a small kitchen, attached to the main house, will be provided. The couple must have caretaking experience and excellent work references plus a background check. Part-time salary provided. You can start as soon as possible. Please see [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information and photos, and then send your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

England

LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER/COMPANION needed near Hamble, Hampshire. Our client who lives in a beautiful conservation area situated close to Hamble with views looking out over The Solent (between the Isle of Wight and mainland Great Britain) is seeking a Housekeeper/Companion to assist her five and a half days a week. All cleaning, laundry and good home cooking are required. Separate newly built accommodation will be provided and well behaved pets are welcome. The salary will be 38,000 British Pound Sterling per annum. An enhanced DBS and recent checkable references are required. Please apply with your resume and local references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

France

RESPONSIBLE LIVE-IN (FULL-TIME) EXPERIENCED Domestic Couple (Male/Female) required as guardians and for general maintenance of small 18th century chateau in rural Dordogne, France. These are housekeeper/cook and gardener/handyman positions. A separate cottage and expenses provided. Knowledge of the French language would be helpful. Driving licenses, resume, DBS checks and references are essential. Please apply with your resume and photo to [Contact info available to subscribers].

Georgia

house sitter/GARDENER needed in Atlanta from May 1 through July 31. I enjoy my garden, which requires some help to maintain when I am not here. The gardening should take about ten hours each week. I also have two cats who will need to be cared for. My three bedroom house including utilities is offered for no rent in exchange for gardening and caring for my home and cats. My preference is for a single, non-smoking person, who is financially secure and self-sufficient and loves cats. Please email and explain why you might be interested in staying here and at least three checkable references to [Contact info available to subscribers] Once I receive your email, I can provide more detailed instructions on what to do with my cats, garden and home when I am away. Thank you.

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

Hawaii

INNKEEPER NEEDED for a beautiful five unit bed and breakfast in South Kona in Kealakekua Bay, a short distance from the ocean. The job consists of monitoring check ins/check outs and keeping the place clean and organized. Cooking skills are highly valued. The job is suitable for a single, mature, responsible woman, retired or working from home. Some basic computer skills are required to access a user-friendly booking engine, responding to emails, and taking phone calls. Applicants need to be in good physical condition with professional house cleaning experience and a kind personality. The job is available April 1st, and a one year minimum commitment is requested. The workload is about 25 hours per week. Compensation includes a furnished apartment on site with gorgeous views and use of the spa: swimming pool, hot tub, and sauna. Monetary compensation available above a certain number of hours. Please email us at [Contact info available to subscribers]

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

Iceland

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED from August 22 to August 31. [Contact info available to subscribers] volunteers will have the opportunity to work on the historical island of Vioey for the 17th year in a row with our host, the city of Reykjavik. Vioey or “Wood Island” is a popular destination during the summer among Icelandic and foreign visitors. The island is covered by many species of plants and at least 30 species of breeding birds have been counted here. Vioey was inhabited soon after the settlement of Iceland in the 10th century. In the beginning of the 20th century, around 100 people lived there. Today the island is uninhabited. There is a regular ferry connection between the island and the harbor of Reykjavík. The island is only a few hundred meters away from the city and the trip takes a few minutes. This makes Vioey so special; it is a peaceful place, very close to the busy city life of the capital. There are hiking and cycling paths around the island and there is no motor traffic allowed. It also features intriguing sculptural artwork, amongst them all nine pairs of basalt pillars that comprise Richard Serra’s work Afangar and Yoko Ono’s “Imagine Peace” column, a tower of light, which is supported by the widow of John Lennon. Other places of interest on Vioey are related to archaeological research. Volunteers will help prepare the island for the autumn/winter season. Volunteers will beautify the surroundings by cleaning up the area, especially along the coastline, for instance by hand-picking garbage or collecting trash blown by the wind or brought by the sea to the shores and surroundings. [Contact info available to subscribers] volunteers may carry out some gardening activities as well and possibly make and maintain walking paths. Well maintained paths enable people to visit the area without damaging it and this important work also helps to improve safety for visitors. Depending on the advance of the project and weather conditions, volunteers may have other possible tasks such as checking up and repairing garden furniture. The working day normally runs from 09:00 – 17:00 with breaks for lunch and coffee; however, please be prepared for some flexibility due to the nature of Iceland’s changeable weather, as we may not be able to perform some of the tasks or activities planned. The temperature in late August can drop during the evenings. Volunteers should have motivation to work outside and work in all kinds of weather, as it can get cold and rainy. The working plan is flexible, and it will depend on the needs of our host. No previous experience is necessary. Since most of the work will take place outdoors, it is recommended to bring warm and/or waterproof clothes (overcoats, scarves, gloves, and hats) walking shoes/boots. [Contact info available to subscribers] volunteers will be lodged in a local house on Vioey Island, in shared rooms. The facilities are equipped with a kitchen, shower, and a washing machine. Everyone is expected to show consideration for their companions. Please bring your own sleeping bag. Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food [Contact info available to subscribers] provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games, or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland, and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country. For more information, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers].

Illinois

LANDSCAPING AND GARDENING HELP NEEDED on an enchanting property. This is a salaried position, based on experience and skill sets. Preferably a couple, family, or individual. Must be willing to relocate and live a peaceful life on our 150-year-old, 80 acre farm located one hour outside of Chicago. We are not commercial; it is a relaxed environment with beautiful facilities. We have a natural spring pond, fishing, canoes, sand volleyball, tennis court, pavilion, wooded trails, farm animals, horse stables, and a loving, open-minded family awaiting the ones who want to become part of this caring team. Ideal backgrounds in housekeeping, groundskeeping/landscaping (weeding, mowing, maintaining and clearing trails, etc.), mechanical/machinery skills (farm equipment knowledge; use and maintenance), handyman skills, livestock experience (feeding; small number of animals), construction (mending fences, home projects, etc.), and event planning like weddings. Also looking for a live-in caregiver to help with an elderly woman. In exchange, you will be provided with a house (separate from the main residence), free utilities/rent, and use of a vehicle. Quality of life – living the dream. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Indiana

LOOKING FOR A COUPLE (OR INDIVIDUAL) interested in working part-time as live-in Innkeepers at a Historic Federal Mansion in Madison, Indiana. This opportunity would be great for a retired couple looking for an adventure in a great small town. Looking for live-in Innkeepers who have flexible work from home role(s), or individuals interested in running or owning a B&B to learn the trade and try it out. Our Bed & Breakfast is a small operation with four rentable rooms. Currently the season is March through mid-December, allowing for time off or winter travel, if desired, in addition to in-season time off. The duties include guest check-in, some online reservations, cooking and serving breakfast, laundry, and housekeeping oversight (we hire someone to turn rooms). The compensation includes on-site residence (six rooms) with utilities and internet plus monthly salary with year-end bonus. No pets or smoking please. Please send your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Iowa

AN IOWA BISON AND CATTLE RANCH, surrounded by woods and pastures, is seeking a caretaker 10 hours a week plus occasional ranch and pet sitting in exchange for room and board, and a small monthly stipend. This is a woman-owned, grassfed operation. We welcome anyone interested in learning more about grazing and sustainable agriculture. No experience necessary, but must be willing to lift 50lbs, learn to drive a tractor and skid steer, and walk long distances to check fence lines. Absolutely no smokers or drug use. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Kansas

HELP NEEDED in north central Kansas. I am a 67-year-old disabled veteran. I can’t hear. So, I am in the country and am offering free room and board, garage space, and the run of the house for a female caretaker. Must have someone with energy who can garden organically and knows medical herbs, as I plan on growing a few acres of them. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

Maryland

CARETAKER NEEDED. Will trade housing for the upkeep of my property near Ocean City. I have a mobile home on two acres on a country road. It is very secluded with a chicken farm on one side, state forest on another, and a 14-acre pond on the third. I would like to find someone who is interested in trading cheap living for helping to keep the place up. I would like to find a single person (male or female) or a couple who would enjoy country living. They would have a one bedroom, with living room, kitchen, bath, and large deck. Propane heat is used here. The place is 800 feet off the road in the woods with two wells and a septic. It’s very private. I will help as much as I can: I will rototill the garden and help haul in manure, supply paint and whatever other supplies are needed for the mobile home. You can have a dozen or so chickens and a few hogs or goats. No pets or children allowed. If you’re interested, please send an email message to caretakergazette@gmail.com with “Maryland Property” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes. Thanks.

ENERGETIC HANDS-ON HOUSEKEEPER and general farm assistant couple needed in rural Maryland on a beautiful farm property, with a stand-alone house (reasonable bills all paid) provided Joint salary circa $100,000 for right couple. The Housekeeper/Cleaner/House Manager needs to enjoy looking after old houses with attention to detail, report anything that needs fixing or items that need maintenance and will also be able to source and supervise contractors. The general farm assistant needs to be good with horses, grass cutting, machinery, possibly good at carpentry or painting, etc., someone who enjoys varied work and can get along with co-workers easily and turn their hand to anything. Please send a resume and or cover letter outlining your relevant experience to start a new life in Rural Maryland by the water with Great Fishing, Kayaking, Oysters, and Fresh Crab, and apply now to get this thing started. If you supply a resume or cover letter outlining relevant experience, we will respond the same day. Founded in 1684 on the beautiful banks of the Choptank River, Cambridge is one of the oldest colonial cities in the nation. Friendly, boatable, and walkable, this iconic Chesapeake community marries maritime heritage and Eastern Shore traditions with all of the luxury of a world class travel destination. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for an individual (or couple) interested in working part-time as resident Innkeeper(s) at our boutique eight room B&B in Boonsboro, Maryland. This opportunity is great for someone who would like to live on-site in our cozy two bedroom apartment with all utilities and cable included in exchange for night security services. This is also a great opportunity for an individual who has flexible work from home role(s). Innkeeping is included on Friday and Saturday from 10am to 3pm; however, this is flexible. Duties from time-to-time may include guest check-in, making online reservations, laundry, housekeeping, and cooking breakfast. The furnished apartment is on the third floor of the Inn so you must be able to navigate stairs. No pets. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Massachusetts

THE [Contact info available to subscribers] is a historic Cape Cod 21-room property located just steps from the beach in the coastal town of Falmouth, Massachusetts. We are seeking an energetic individual to join us in all aspects of our top-rated business. The ideal candidate will have experience in the hospitality industry. They will be hands on in everyday operations with a focus on anticipatory guest service. Duties include but not limited to guest relations, booking of reservations, front desk duties, housekeeping management and duties, general and grounds maintenance duties as needed. Applicants must be computer literate, have a calm, clear phone presence, ability to problem solve, effective communicator, sense of humor and a non-smoker. Our clientele is diverse but very family oriented. Salary is commensurate with experience. On property housing included. Please forward your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] for consideration.

Property Caretaker Profile

Reinventing Myself. A Profile of James Smith Address: [Contact info available to subscribers] Interests: Swimming, scuba diving, water skiing, boating, camping, and raising German Shepherds. Quote: “Reinventing Myself” by James Smith

James Smith standing in front of the farm house

My story begins with me being born and raised in Albany, New York. A city I spent 40 years enjoying with a Christian upbringing along with four sisters. I started mowing lawns at the age of 15 and using snow blowers in the winter by the time I graduated high school. I had saved enough to go to a two-year college for horticulture. This was the start of a long career in landscaping. Over the years, I owned and ran businesses in pest control, wildlife control, and handyman services. Some of my interests include swimming, boating, waterskiing, camping, and raising German Shepherds. Back in 2000, I became interested in The Caretaker Gazette. I’ve been a subscriber ever since. I’ve worked for two other estates, both in the State of New York prior to working for my new posting in the State of Illinois for the Goeken family on a 78-acre farm estate. I just want to say that if you dream of an adventure, and you can put your accomplishments to paper along with a decent resume, then anyone can do what I did. It’s not that hard! Just believe in yourself and don’t let other negative people sway you. Go after your dreams and don’t be a quitter. I now have the opportunities to use all my six service backgrounds in one place. I can’t begin to say how happy I am after over 30 years of searching to live on a country farm along with friendly open people. I live now in a Midwestern community that welcomes people who can offer peace and love and a good work ethic. We still help friends and neighbors. We don’t need their money, but we do need their friendships. Life is bigger and better and more satisfying. Bring your talents and bring your Christian goodness. Life can be sweeter when you help others. It uplifts you and makes you feel great. Just make your plan and work your plan. Don’t let the number of applications sway you to achieve your place. You have to work at getting the place or adventure. Keep writing and sending your resumes in to opportunities that you read in the Gazette. Don’t be a quitter if you want to win your place. I struggled for 30 years. I found my personal niche but hadn’t found the place to come home to, but after my struggle, I’ve found a home to love and be proud to become a part of. If you want to inspire yourself, you need to empower yourself. Give yourself the power to create and reinvent yourself!!! The Caretaker Gazette allows me to move forward from one adventure to another. Meeting people, places and forging a lifetime of joyous memories. One day last year, I was going through my email messages and read this ad in one of my Gazette email updates, and even though the ad’s headline started out with “Couple needed”, I emailed the advertiser and applied for their position:

Illinois

ENTHUSIASTIC CARETAKING COUPLE needed. Preferably a couple, family, or individual with an outside income, as this is not a paid position. However, there are plenty of opportunities here for earning some income via side jobs. Must be willing to relocate and live a peaceful life on our 150-year-old, 80 acre farm located one hour outside of Chicago. We are not commercial; it’s a relaxed environment with beautiful facilities. We have a natural spring pond, fishing, canoes, sand volleyball, tennis court, pavilion, wooded trails, farm animals, horse stables, gym, pool, Jacuzzi, and a loving, open minded family awaiting the ones who want to become part of a new family. Ideally, we are needing one person as the “Household Expert” (cleaning, organizing, tidying, errands), and the other working on projects around the property and caring for the animals. The dynamic of the couple would consist of them having backgrounds in: -Household maintenance (General upkeep of the home) -Mechanical/Machinery skills (Farm equipment knowledge; use and maintenance) -Groundskeeping/Landscaping (weeding, mowing, maintaining, and clearing trails, etc.) -Handyman skills -Livestock experience (Feeding; Small number of animals) -Construction (Mending fences, home projects, etc.) -Event planning like weddings In exchange you will be provided with a one bedroom/one bathroom duplex house (separate from the main residence), free utilities/rent, use of a vehicle, use of any facilities on the property, with the possibilities of extra income from side gigs dependent on qualifications. Quality of life – living the dream is what we have to offer you. Please email…

An aerial view of Maple Lane Farm

James Smith with his friend Gonzo

And interestingly landing here at Maple Lane Farm, I found out they have used The Caretaker Gazette exclusively for 25 years for all the help that has worked at the farm. At one time this farm estate had 46 head of horses, so they had to have a large staff back then. They ran an Animal Ministry with exotic animals for a number of years and now are getting more into Event Planning, Concerts and Weddings so the type of people have changed over time. The women are kind, loving, respectful people who look to attract like-minded people who want the quality of life with no drama. They let me do what I know needs to be done to keep the place looking great. They have a computer program for System Management that gives me all the info I need to find vendors and suppliers, which helps me be independent yet access all the information needed. The story of this magnificent place is quite a remarkable one. The owner actually boarded two little ponies when she was a young girl here at the farm. Many years later she showed her first horse at an open horse show here. She dreamed of nothing but growing up and getting a job one day cleaning stalls at this beautiful piece of heaven. Then after decades of hard work and global travel she was looking at farms for sale to consolidate her own herd of boarded horses into her own facility when she became lost. The owner found herself on the Maple Lane Farm facility but never recognized it as the same place that she always dreamed of. It looked different to her as barns had been removed and many changes were made to the property. She fell in love with it again and went to the front door and asked the then current owner if he would ever consider selling it. He had her removed from the property as it was not going to ever be for sale. It never did come on the market. She relentlessly pursued the place, coming by most weekends and making a general pest of herself until after several years the then owner called her saying he would sell her the farm. Thank your creator for being a human being rather than a bug or some animal. I know I do. The panorama here on the farm estate of the grounds, the trees, barns, fields, and pastures are compelling to a city boy with always a country heart. I now help manage the estate along with a single mom and her three incredibly smart, engaging daughters. These young women are the successors to our generation. They are the ones to succeed us. Ashley and Christen for their ability to uplift the homeless and share their musical talents. Their sister, Lauren, for her love and care for the farm animals, the horses, donkeys, pigs, and doggies. The owner bred Arabian Horses at the time and had one in particular that Wayne Newton, the singer, entertainer, and Arabian horse breeder, had given her. She loved that horse more than life and wanted him to have his own pasture and never have to fight with other horses for his food. This horse went on to become the most winning Arabian in history and their love affair quite a beautiful story in itself. That’s why she wanted this farm so badly, for that horse. He passed away at the age of 36 years but has a Museum of all of his trophies in his honor. She had this horse cremated and is lovingly attending to a beautiful wooden case of his ashes so that she can still be with him. They are very sentimental people and take care of old animals that most would not. Their Animal Ministry hosts 250 children with special needs each year for fishing in their two acre pond. They host Boy Scouts, Vacation Bible Camps, Father-Son Camp Outs, Church Services, Family Day Picnics for Public Safety Personnel, Homeless Shelter Events, Unwed Mothers functions for their babies and have done weddings and funerals for those in need as the owner is a Minister with a huge heart to help others. The animals were each dumped and unwanted by others or abused. She knit together performances to the delight of thousands of children who delighted in being entertained by trained zebras, camels, llamas, zebus and countless other animals that no one else saw the value in. Most have died off by now but everyone I have met tells me stories of the countless events hosted out of love and compassion by these people. The farm is about a third in lawn to mow, a third in wooded trails and the rest in pasture space. My days start early. I first feed and water the horses and livestock then clean out a few stalls. Then I may cut fallen trees for firewood or clear trails. If it’s cold outside I can work inside the barns organizing things, building shelves or go to the main house and help out there. I don’t get much supervision as I am trusted to do what needs to be done and use my own judgement to complete it. They won the Farm of The Year Award last year and have the oldest Cottonwood Tree in Illinois on the property. Some have said this tree must be 120 to 150 years old as twelve people holding hands cannot reach around its massive base. With my love of growing things, I will build the type of respect around it and get it registered on Historic Land Sites when the weather gets a little warmer. This amazing farm is 150 years old and the current owners have had it for 25 years and the daughters hope to keep it always in the family. Parts have been sold off over the last few years but it is still magnificent and everything they advertised in The Caretaker Gazette was true. It is a piece of Heaven on Earth and I am beyond thrilled to have found my way into their hearts, lives and this beautiful farm.

Ashley, James, Christen, and Lauren

Mexico

IF YOU ARE SEEKING A CHANGE OF SCENERY or an immersion experience in Mexico; our off-grid, hand-built house on an old fruit ranch near Zihautanejo located a short drive from Playa Blanca ([Contact info available to subscribers]) is available now to mid-January 2024. (We are open to splitting the time commitment in half for two sets of house sitters.) Because our house is remote, we require that two people commit to occupying the house during the contracted period. Loma Bonita is located between the small villages of Los Achotes and the Barra de Petosi. The city of Zihautanejo is a 20 minute drive northwest of our property. Our classic U-shaped hacienda has a large grand room with a full kitchen, dining and living areas, two bedrooms and two bathrooms as well as a rear porch and front courtyard. It is an off-grid home with solar electricity, water pumped from our own well to a holding tank onsite, propane to operate the stove and a full-sized refrigerator. Internet services are available from our own dedicated microwave tower. This secluded property is a sanctuary to many birds and animals providing a wonderful opportunity to be close to nature. We provide the use of a stick shift VW Jetta for local use and cover most costs of maintaining the house. You would be responsible for consumable costs. Previous caretakers have included: writers, community volunteers, financial entrepreneurs, as well as remote workers in various fields. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] or [Contact info available to subscribers] In return we will send you our manual with additional information about Loma Bonita and the surrounding area. After reading the manual, we would love to chat with you to answer any questions or concerns.

Michigan

COUPLE WANTED to help manage a 5-cabin resort, part-time from mid-May to mid-October. Your responsibilities would be guest relations, cabin housekeeping, including laundry, between guests, routine maintenance and repairs and lawn cutting. Compensation rates are negotiable depending on your level of expertise. Lodging is provided in a private, rustic lakeside cabin in exchange for specified duties. We are located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan next to a designated wilderness area cherished for its pristine lakes and old growth forest. This is a great place to canoe, kayak, fish, bike, enjoy nature or simply relax. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

[Contact info available to subscribers], an award winning Select Registry property located in charming Oscoda, Michigan, seeks an Assistant Manager for our 18 room property. This position is intended for an individual with a passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year of experience in a similar position. This is a hands on, physically demanding position, applicants seeking a 9-5 desk job need not apply. The ideal candidate will be a motivated, detail oriented professional with a passion for guest service and the ability to manage guest and staff concerns in a timely and professional manner. The most important quality is a positive attitude. Our staff enjoys coming to work and we expect our Assistant to maintain and nurture this positive work environment. Housing with utilities and compensation based on experience is offered. Non-smokers, pets allowed. Please forward your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Missouri

FULL-TIME ALPACA AND HOME CARETAKERS needed in Defiance, Missouri. [Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for an experienced, hardworking, and motivated couple to manage and grow our 50 head Alpaca operation. Alpaca Midwest sits on 100 acres of beautiful land in Defiance, Missouri. The couple we are looking for must be willing to relocate and take residence in a 3-bedroom/1.5 bathroom ranch style home. This is a lifestyle not an 8 – 5 job since it requires 24/7 availability. The couple we are looking for must have experience in animal husbandry, equipment operation, maintenance, repairs, and service, pasture management, and fencing. Some job duties will include but are not limited to year-around ranch supervision, awareness of herd health, breeding, and birthing, sales, and breeding services, maintain medical records, maintain pastures and grounds, maintain fencing, halter, and lead training, operate and maintain equipment, travel to shows, and business development. This position will include caretaking for the owner’s home and pet sitting when needed for our three dogs and two cats. Salary will be based on experience, plus the residence with vacation and bonuses included. To learn more, please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] and if you are interested in this position, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Montana

[Contact info available to subscribers], located in Cascade, Montana, is looking for Spring and Summer help to work in the lodge. We would prefer someone who has had some hospitality experience and enjoys that kind of work or someone who wants to learn it. We have groups on a weekly basis and provide them with amazing meals and services. We do have some on site living quarters if that is needed. The season will start in May and run through September. This would be a great job for a high school graduate or someone in college who needs employment for the summer. We are a privately owned guest ranch, that’s located in one of the most beautiful areas in Montana. We are located just outside of Cascade 7 miles and are close to Great Falls and Helena. Meals are provided while working, along with some on property housing. If you have an interest in this position, please contact me at [Contact info available to subscribers] Our wages are dependent on experience.

Nebraska

PET AND house sitter NEEDED for our large home in Papillion, NE starting around May 20 and lasting for most of the Summer. You will need to watch over the place and our two dogs, Golden Retrievers. Both are affectionate, healthy, and love to be walked. This is a beautiful, peaceful place, with a pond, deck, and a large room on the back with windows all around. This would be a great place for a writer or painter. We are not far from Omaha and Halleck Park (a recreation area in the heart of the city). Applicants must be dog-lovers, not smoke or drink, not bring any other pets with you, and not have any parties here. References required. If interested, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Nepal

NAMASTE. I can use some volunteer help. My name is Jeeban from Nepal. My home is located about 13 kilometers from Pokhara. I have started various organic farming practices and earth friendly buildings in the Begnas Lake area. We are planning to make an organic coffee farm. My personal opinion is to do everything in a sustainable and earth friendly manner. My current project is to improve our farm by using local materials. My place is always open for new creative and innovative methods and ideas of farming and building volunteers can help us by gardening, cutting grass, taking care of our child, planting vegetables etc. and also volunteers can do on whatever project or ideas they have. My place is located at the top of the small hill about 100 meters above the beautiful Begnas Lake. We can see the excellent views over Begnas Lake, and the Himalayan range from my garden. My area is a less touristic place and is safe for everyone. It’s surrounded by jungle and a beautiful garden. We provide local Nepali food two times a day in exchange for work. Working hours are three to five hours per day with a flexible schedule. For more info when you are in Nepal, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

Nevada

RANCH CAMP JOB AVAILABLE on a very remote northern Nevada ranch. Duties include maintaining fence, livestock pipeline, monitoring salt and minerals for livestock, and monitoring the livestock’s condition. Vehicle maintenance required, ride ATV/UTV. You may have some opportunities to ride horses too. This is a short seasonal position. Cattle are in the forest from August 1st through September 30th. Arrive earlier to prepare the fence and water and stay later to shut down the camp. For more information, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Hampshire

ESTATE CARETAKER – FARM DEPUTY NEEDED in Goffstown, NH. We are looking for a full-time Deputy Farm Manager to work with all aspects of the farm. The role will involve all aspects of farming: (1) working with livestock, animal husbandry, care, nutrition, and breeding (2) helping with our haymaking operation (3) general farm maintenance, carpentry, painting, equipment maintenance and repair (4) work in our vegetable and fruit beds, general landscaping upkeep and maintenance We are looking for someone who is hard working, handy with his or her hands, and open to learning. The candidate does not need to be an expert or master at any of the areas listed. Compensation will be based on experience. Housing is available in a two bedroom/one bathroom apartment. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Jersey

INNKEEPER NEEDED IN BELMAR, New Jersey. Looking for an Innkeeper to live onsite from mid-May to mid-September. Free room and board. Job duties include but not limited to: greeting guests, housekeeping (sweeping/watering plants/room setup/laundry), supervision of property, assisting guests if needed during their stay. This would be perfect for a retired couple who want to spend their summer at the Jersey Shore. Background check and references required. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for a further job description and compensation.

New Mexico

IMMEDIATE OPENING AVAILABLE for a mature married couple with no kids at home to take care of houses and grounds for absentee owners on a ranch located near Carlsbad, New Mexico. He will be a jack of all trades and handyman to maintain the interior and exterior of houses, landscaping and lawn care. She will perform thorough housekeeping of the houses, light laundry and help with grounds maintenance. No animal care required. Looking for people with a positive, can-do attitude who want a long-term position. Comfortable housing, all utilities, ranch vehicle and salary are provided. Please send your resume containing contact info, job skills, prior employment history with names of employers, dates and responsibilities to [Contact info available to subscribers]

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A DOG-SITTER/house sitter from May 1 until the end of August (about 16 weeks, the exact dates will be decided later) in Santa Fe. We have two big dogs that cannot be left alone for more than a couple of hours at a time. They love to go for walks, though separately and always on a leash! Our house is located just outside of town. There are a few amenities like a sauna, whirlpool, and an open fireplace. You will need to pay for your own food and transport. You need your own car unless you are satisfied to be taken along for shopping by our neighbors once a week. If interested, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

LIVE-IN, FULL-TIME, LONG-TERM PERSON(S) vegetarian, with 4×4 and own income stream (employment opportunities in the area) to live free, off-grid, in a stream-side cabin in the Gila Wilderness. Approximately seven hours of work per week. For more details, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

INDEFINITE/PERMANENT CARETAKER(S) wanted for a small ranch property (300 acres) in Grant County, southwestern New Mexico, starting in May 2023. To our sorrow, our long-term caretaker has passed away. We are just now beginning a careful search for an individual or couple to care for our remote property. The property is situated approximately 45 miles southwest of the Gila Wilderness, on the Gila River, in the ‘community’ of Redrock, NM. This opportunity is for a healthy individual or couple who love the outdoors and wildlife, and have a desire to live in a secluded, high desert riparian environment. This is a long-term situation. Responsibilities include Routine monitoring, maintenance, and repair of an existing home and outbuildings, maintaining a modest tree and plant watering system and tree health, fence mending, security camera maintenance, well monitoring (quarterly gauge reading), and general security of the property. Demonstrated mechanical and carpentry skills are a wonderful plus. To be considered, applicant(s) must have individual initiative, a sense of responsibility, have good decision-making skills, be clean, meticulous, and organized. Pets and horses are welcome. There is an old settler cabin on the property. It is partially restored. If you are interested in working on it (and ‘eventually’ moving in), we will add a modest monthly stipend. At the current time, there is a large, older RV hooked up on the property. It is in good condition. If you do not currently have an RV, this one may be available for your lodging. In exchange for your services, we supply an RV pad, electricity, water, and septic hookup (on a hill, overlooking the river). An older side by side UTV is available for your use, with some storage for personal belongings. There is a large SUV on site for emergencies. Cell service is spotty. The main house has a landline and Wi-Fi available to you. A land line is available at the RV site also. There is FedEx and UPS delivery and USPS post office boxes five miles away. The caretakers must enjoy solitude and (lots of) wildlife, since the nearest town (with a clinic and grocery) is 45 minutes away, the nearest neighbor is three miles away, and the nearest hospital and Walmart are over 70 miles away. The road ends at our gate. Please respond with a detailed letter/resume, and your picture to [Contact info available to subscribers] I will respond with more detailed information. Thank you for your interest.

SILVER CITY, NM: Caretaker needed for a remote ranch. Live off the grid surrounded by Forest and BLM land. Duties include maintaining livestock water, electric fence, feeding livestock, guardian dogs, and closing and opening corral gates. A large RV with all utilities furnished. Approximately 11 hours of work per week. Extra hours paid. Starts early April to November. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

THE [Contact info available to subscribers] in Cold Spring Harbor, New York, seeks a year-round Innkeeper. We are looking for a long-term live-in Innkeeper for our Luxury Boutique three guest room B&B, located in a seaside community on Long Island. Free room and board. Looking for a non-smoking, positive, high-energy-active individual who enjoys providing exemplary guest services with a do-what-it-takes attitude. You would report directly to the onsite Owner. Innkeeping and housekeeping experience is a plus, but we will train the right person. Job duties including but not limited to greeting guests, check in/out housekeeping (watering plants/room setup/laundry/food prep, etc.). Supervision of property, admin tasks and assisting guests if needed during their stay. $500/week independent contractor with end of high season bonus. Background check and references required. Please contact us at [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you!

New Zealand

HELP NEEDED in North Canterbury. We seek applicants willing to average 45 – 55 hours per week, five to six days per week with guaranteed minimum hours until the end of June 2023! No experience necessary. Living and working amongst the foothills of North Canterbury. Located 90 minutes north of Christchurch and 60 minutes south of Kaikoura. Free transport to and from work daily from the accommodation (10 – 15 minutes from work). Please refer to our website [Contact info available to subscribers] or email for more information about the role or the accommodation options. The pay will be $25 per hour. All applicants must be based in New Zealand currently, be able to work legally, and have a New Zealand bank account and IRD number.

WORK EXCHANGE AVAILABLE in the [Contact info available to subscribers]. Are you looking to hang out at the start of the awesome Abel Tasman for a while? We have had staff changes and now have space available. We are The Barn Cabins and Camp located out in the beautiful Marahau. Come on over and see what we are about! We have a range of accommodation options, a nursery, activities on our doorstep, farm-raised meat, a veggie garden, and some chickens running around. For this work exchange, we ask for 12 hours housekeeping work (over four days in the week) in exchange for your own shared facilities cabin. These hours will approximately cover the accommodation with a minor difference due to your own tax obligations. As we get busier in the season there is the possibility of more paid hours also. The work includes housekeeping, cleaning to a high standard and odd jobs around the place working in the team. No prior work experience is required, just being keen to get into it and having a good eye for detail. There is potentially more work in Marahau with the cafes, restaurants, bars, and kayaking places! This role is for four weeks minimum, and you must hold a working visa (Not SSE), IRD number, and Bank account number. We would love to hear from anyone who is interested. Check out our website to get a feel for the place at [Contact info available to subscribers]

North Carolina

FULL-TIME PROPERTY MAINTENANCE and grading business assistant needed in Western North Carolina and Northern Georgia at Tallulah Headwaters. We are looking for a strong, energetic, capable person (or couple), with a varied skill set, to assist us with property maintenance and care, as well as assisting with our grading/excavation/hardscape business in the Hayesville (Shooting Creek), NC area. Skills desired include some basic carpentry, basic electrical/plumbing, and hardscape/landscape work. Operation of (or assisting with site prep around) heavy equipment, and mechanical skills. Welding and woodworking knowledge is a plus, but not necessary, more important than anything is a can-do attitude, willingness to learn and do whatever is necessary to get the job done for our clients, and assist us on the property, from running errands and trash runs, to assisting in the building of structures, tree removal and other tasks. Must like animals (dogs/cats), as we have them on our property, and you must be comfortable with remote living, since we are 40 minutes, one way, to the closest town! No pets and kids preferred, but this can be discussed with the right candidate/couple. Housing, with all utilities paid, ATV provided and salary depends on experience. To apply, please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Norway

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

Ohio

CARETAKER NEEDED in the Canton/Hartville area. Looking for a person or a couple. This is not a traditional ranch job and is not a riding position. We currently have three horses in residence but can be as low as two and up to six. This is a 30 acre horse facility with indoor and outdoor arena, pasture space, and obstacle course. Although there are a large number of horses on the property you are only responsible for owners horses (two to six). The current business on the property is responsible for all arena maintenance, their horses, large barn upkeep, the fencing of the area they are renting, client services, etc. So, you get the experience of a large facility without all the upkeep. We are offering a fully furnished, 980 sq. ft., newly built bunk house attached to the barn and shop area so your daily commute is easy, a ranch truck for running ranch errands is available and gas for ranch truck is covered, space for a horse or two, internet, cable with all the channels, electric, water, washer and dryer for use in the tack room, negotiable salary dependent upon experience and skill set and performance as well as how many horses you bring with you. We also offer starting paid days off away from the farm at 10 weekdays and four weekend paid days off per year with notice, unless you have your own horses that will be on the property when you plan to be away. We welcome a well behaved dog or two but expect them to have manners around horses and to be kept in the yard or on a leash at all times when clients are on the property. If you let your dogs roam please be aware that you will be responsible for picking up all dog waste in, around and near public areas. We are really pretty laid back and aren’t sticklers on when the work gets done, as long as it gets done within a reasonable timeframe. If you have no horses of your own or in your care on the property, we are pretty reasonable with days/nights away from the property, we just require proper notice (as long as it is when we are in town – we travel extensively). We ask for no drama, no drugs. No drinking when working with horses or using farm equipment. Sorry – no children (our living space can accommodate two adults only), no slackers. If you have a good work ethic, are self-motivated, can prioritize and self-schedule then it’s not terribly hard work. If you see it needs to be done – Do it. This is a private contractor position, not an employee position. Basic duties include feeding the horses, bathing horses as needed, basic daily hoof care, daily mucking stalls and dry lots. There will be days that are semi full days but more often than not work is as needed and some days are just feeding and mucking. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oklahoma

HORSE CARETAKER NEEDED in Oklahoma. We are a performance horse ranch that specializes in team roping. We are adding another area to this program: Broodmare and babies. If you are interested in a barn help/caretaker/breeding program let me know. This job is not just for mares and babies. The actual breeding season is short. We provide housing, paid utilities, a ranch truck, beef, and partial insurance benefits plus 401k after 90 days and a salary. We are located outside of Tulsa, OK, in Sand Springs. Please text [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oregon

MOTEL MANAGER NEEDED in Lincoln City, Oregon. Looking for a long-term motel manager to live onsite. Our lodging facility is a newly remodeled 18-room motel with no amenities. We pride ourselves on offering clean and comfortable rooms to our guests for great value. The motel is located in a tourist town that is known for its scenic hiking trails and its pristine ocean views. We are looking for a couple who are responsible, detail-oriented, organized, friendly, and energetic. Innkeeping experience is highly preferred. Responsibilities include reservations, housekeeping, laundry, social media/online presence, guest relations, and property maintenance. The compensation package includes a two bedroom house with utilities paid for, free use of our company van, and profit sharing on top of an annual salary. Potential candidates will be asked to undergo a background check. If interested, please feel free to apply by emailing us a brief intro message along with your contact information, resume, and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you!

RANCH HAND/CARETAKER NEEDED. A cow/calf ranch in the John Day, Oregon area is looking for an experienced ranch hand/caretaker. A house with a garden is available. Salary will be based on experience. To apply, please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER/COUPLE needed in Bandon, Oregon from July 16 to 21, 2023. We have chickens, turkeys, and a garden. Please go to [Contact info available to subscribers] for other dates and more information.

Pennsylvania

LOOKING FOR A COUPLE OR INDIVIDUAL for a long-term situation on a 60 acre farm in York, Pennsylvania. Must like dogs and have some horse care experience. Housing is provided in a 1,350 sq. ft. house, one bedroom, 1½ bathes, a large kitchen with fireplace, washer/dryer, air-conditioning, and all utilities included. Duties: horse care (for three), pet sitting, light gardening, pool and pond maintenance, and other small jobs. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

YEAR ROUND CARETAKER NEEDED for a historic private hunting and fishing club in Pike County, Pennsylvania. We are a 120-year-old hunting and fishing club with 3,000 private acres and two lakes. We have an immediate opening for a permanent, full-time caretaker to maintain our property and handle maintenance for the clubhouse and outbuildings. Must have hands-on experience with carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and outside maintenance. An attractive compensation package includes a competitive salary and free on-site housing including utilities. Please email your resume and letter to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Scotland

LIVE-IN CARETAKER AND HOUSEKEEPER couple needed. [Contact info available to subscribers] offers a portfolio of Highland Lodges, with plans to expand this area of the business. We are in the process of renovating one of our larger lodges (sleeping up to 20 guests) and are looking for a couple with an exceptional eye for detail who can manage this property in addition to four nearby smaller cottages and two shepherd’s huts. The couple will also provide support to the owner when in residence. The job includes accommodation – a beautiful three-bedroom cottage overlooking the Tay Valley. Please apply with your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

South Carolina

FULL-TIME EQUINE HELP NEEDED at a horse ranch in St Matthews, South Carolina. Responsibilities will include duties to feed, groom, paint, rake, weed, and get the horses to eat. These are general horse farm duties. A small apartment with a salary is included. To apply please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Spain

[Contact info available to subscribers], in Las Alpujarras, needs help in exchange for accommodation and food. Our family life here began 20 years ago, with us living in self-made geodesic domes up in the mountains, totally off-grid and off-road. We continue to farm there, though much of our attention is now with our off-grid farm. We use traditional and modern methods of organic farming, growing produce all year round for ourselves and a local cooperative. Alongside this we continue to create a venue for Earth conscious events and accommodation for nature loving people, which we are building using natural and up-cycled materials. Our volunteers receive good, healthy, organic, vegetarian/vegan food and accommodation in a self-contained caravan (with a fully equipped kitchen and heating). In exchange we ask for five to six hours of work per day, five days per week. The work includes general gardening and land maintenance, harvesting, building and general labor and helping us to offer our guests a comfortable, enjoyable experience and adventure. We are an open minded, accepting and a very friendly bunch, so come get involved! If you are in the area, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Sweden

FARM VOLUNTEERS needed in Horby, Sweden. The farm is in an area with many small farmers. The nearest village is five kilometers away. I produce organic vegetables, garden plants and flowers that I sell at the local market. Volunteers are welcome now through October. The principal work is sowing the fields, planting, harvesting, and helping with selling vegetables, plants and flowers in the market. Volunteers live in three small rooms in the attic or in an old caravan and use all the facilities of the house. In the wintertime there is an office guest room. I have no TV, but I do have a computer with Internet access. I like to practice German and French languages. I have normally between one and five Volunteers at the same time and the minimum stay is one week. If you’re in Sweden, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

RANCH CARETAKER NEEDED in Southwest Texas. This is an excellent opportunity for a responsible, self-motivated person who loves wildlife and the outdoors! This would be especially perfect for a retiree being it is a small hunting lease, but we will consider anyone. Applicants must take care of the animals and be a good ‘handy man’ type to be able to make all types of repairs, including fencing and mechanical. Must be able to communicate to the owner in English. Housing is provided for up to two people maximum. A salary of $2,000/month is negotiable (based on experience), plus housing and utilities provided. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

IN SEARCH OF CARETAKER(S) in Southern California and East Texas – with any or all of the following skills: Builder/handyman, mechanic, organic gardener/permaculture, healthy cook, healing arts, yoga teacher, admin, computer, assistant/secretarial skills, organizer, animal and nature lover. I have hired four caretakers from The Caretaker Gazette and still need two more! Please email your resume/letter describing any training and skills to [Contact info available to subscribers] text only 24/7.

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

Vermont

LIVE IN PROPERTY MANAGER/CARETAKER NEEDED in Vermont. This position requires knowledge of farm equipment and handyman skills. Primary responsibilities are care and maintenance of grounds and seven structures on the property. Candidates must have a driver’s license and be willing to work flexible hours. Duties include, but are not limited to, mowing, pasture maintenance, weeding, mulching, barn maintenance, fence, and general repairs. Daily feeding and care of two horses, 10 alpacas, and six sheep as well as stall cleaning is required. The ideal candidate must also have excellent hospitality skills, the ability to prioritize daily responsibilities and guests’ needs and the ability to communicate efficiently through texting. This is a salaried position with a caretaker house included. We are looking for a long-term employee who takes pride in their job. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

house sitter NEEDED. We are a responsible couple with two cats living in Grafton, a small town in Windham County (10 minutes from Chester, VT). We are looking for a house sitter from June 1 and lasting a few months (we’re not certain when we will be returning from overseas at this point). We have a beautiful home overlooking an apple orchard, in a quiet residential area, with a large deck, private, one story ranch home with four available bedrooms and a large living, dining, kitchen area, with garage, etc. Please email Joe if you are interested at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

PROFIT SHARING OPPORTUNITY. The [Contact info available to subscribers] is the 412 acre home of [Contact info available to subscribers] in the gorgeous rolling hills of Middleburg, Virginia. We grow grapes and make wine, operate a dairy and make cheese, and we’re a licensed restaurant in Loudoun County. I’m focused totally on those activities. I’m looking for an energetic “doer” that will live in a modern and spacious three bedroom, 2.5 bath home to take charge of the farm maintenance, assist in our ongoing agricultural activities, and investigate and develop new ag activities and share in their profits. Maybe we: grow produce in our high-tunnel greenhouse for use in our restaurant; raise hogs/other livestock; grow cut flowers and raise bees; make and sell quality foods or crafts that would be appropriate for our gift shop and/or U-pick; whatever! We’ve got hundreds of visitors every week to our tasting room, and they should take home as much of the country as we can offer them! If you have the entrepreneurial spirit, maturity, and “do-it-all” kind of talent to turn this opportunity into a profitable venture, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

[Contact info available to subscribers] in Sperryville, Virginia is seeking a couple to live onsite and run the Inn full-time. This position involves guest relations, social media management, laundry, light housekeeping, overseeing staff, and all aspects of breakfast. The B&B is adjacent to Shenandoah National Park, surrounded by mountains, craft wine, beer, cider and whisky producers and renowned restaurants, in an art-centric county about 75 miles west of Washington, DC. The Inn has five bedrooms, two cottages, and an on-site (small) brewery, which the Innkeeper would need to be familiar with but would not manage. Experience in customer service is desired. Attention to detail, the ability to work with a management team, initiative, and a helpful, generous disposition are required. The one-bedroom private Innkeeper quarters, with utilities and partial board are included, along with paid vacation and sick leave. Salary will be $60,000+, commensurate with experience, with a bonus package possible. Please email us at [Contact info available to subscribers] if you are interested.

Washington

SEEKING AN INDIVIDUAL, COUPLE, OR FAMILY to live and work onsite as the caretaker of property in King County (~25 minutes from Seattle). The property is 20+ acres with a caretaker residence and various unoccupied buildings. Responsibilities include walking the grounds each day and night, facilitate access to grounds and buildings, alerting the owner or authorities to security issues (trespass/vandalism), and maintaining a log of activities and observations. Cell phone and strong verbal and written communication skills required. Interested parties available to conduct an on-site interview are encouraged (e.g., local to Washington or Oregon). Handyman/maintenance experience is a plus. Unfurnished onsite residence, basic utilities (water, sewer, power, garbage), and $825/month stipend provided in exchange for duties performed. No drugs or heavy alcohol use. Please send your bio/resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY AND LIFESTYLE FOR A SINGLE OR LOW-IMPACT COUPLE to manage and maintain our 5-acre historic farm on Bainbridge Island. Rent free cottage apartment with a beautiful west facing view of the Agate Pass and Olympic Mountains. Includes a $1,500/month salary, utilities, and internet. The large, sunny garden and abundantly mature fruit trees are waiting for a green thumb. Around the clock love from all farm animals including our herd of a dozen sheep and wonderful donkeys, Mack and Jimmy. Our next generation watch dog is coming soon. Strong work ethic, attention to detail, mechanical intuition, farm caretaking experience and long-term commitment required. Duties include: – Lawn care: mowing and weed-whacking – Garden, orchard, and vineyard care – Animal care: hay, grain, water and barn cleaning along with routine medical/vet/farrier procedures. Manage inventory of feed and supplements. – Maintain farm equipment: tractor, riding lawn mower, various gas-powered tools, etc. – Preventative maintenance and mending of fences, gates, stalls, etc. – Comprehensive job description available. Please send email inquiries to [Contact info available to subscribers]

THE [Contact info available to subscribers] is now accepting applications for our 2023 Innkeeper-Chef apprenticeship program! Would you like to live, work, and learn at a historic property in the San Juan Islands of Washington? Whether you are looking to build experience to become an innkeeper, chef or entrepreneur, this program will be an educational adventure. The program provides housing, year-round full-time hours, and an hourly rate of up to $25/hour. For more information, and to apply please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

West Virginia

SEEKING A PART-TIME/FULL-TIME CARETAKER to work a homestead and early development stages for a regenerative farm, educational/event space in Randolph County, West Virginia. The land is primarily forest, with several acres of cleared pasture. The caretaker must have their own living arrangements and can set up space on the property. Food and free living space will be provided in exchange for work on projects equivalent to approximately four hours of work per day. Please have experience in land planning/development, building structures, construction, caring for livestock, cutting trees, planting and tending crops, and use of tools and equipment. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wyoming

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for an individual or couple to work as our year-round caretaker and irrigator for a beautiful, remote ranch in the mountains outside of Cody, Wyoming. The manager will be responsible for irrigating ranch fields and for all aspects of care and maintenance of the ranch fields, buildings, and equipment that support a summer and fall cattle operation (we have cattle at the property from June through November). We are looking for an individual who is enthusiastic, hard-working, handy, safety oriented, and a self-starter – able to take the initiative to keep the ranch running smoothly and efficiently. This is a year-round position, which requires someone who doesn’t mind living in a remote location (one hour and 15 minutes from Cody, WY), through all seasons. This position includes housing paid for and provided by the Ranch, including water, electric, and all utilities. Paid vacation, workers comp, health insurance contribution, annual bonus. Spring, Summer, and Fall job responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:, Set up all irrigation systems in the Spring. Drain and winterize the irrigation system in the Fall., Move wheel lines daily, pivots, gated pipe., Work closely with Ranch owners and make recommendations for irrigation system improvements and carry out upgrade projects., Monitor irrigation pond and pumps, address and fix any issues, Spray and remove noxious weeds, Maintain perimeter fence around private property, Check and maintain water troughs for cattle, Assist with cattle shipping and receiving as needed, General building and equipment maintenance and upkeep Winter job responsibilities and special projects include, but are not limited to:, Clean and organize buildings and equipment storage shops., Welding repair and enhancement projects for equipment, buildings, etc., Carpentry, plumbing, electrical repairs to ranch housing and buildings, Regular snow plowing/removal. Requirements: must be willing to live at the ranch year-round, have a valid driver’s license, equipment operating ability (skid steer, excavator, backhoe), welding experience preferred, mechanical aptitude strongly preferred, be able to move/lift/maneuver up to 75 lbs., and have no pets inside ranch houses. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] and include in the subject line of your email the job title: Caretaker & Irrigator – CCR. We look forward to hearing from you!

SUMMER RANCH JOB AVAILABLE in Wyoming. Seeking a couple with horse and ranch experience to join our team at a private ranch near Big Horn, Wyoming from June 1st to September 30th. Be handy, reliable, good with horses, good with people, a team player, no drugs or excessive drinking and spend your summer on a gorgeous private ranch in the Big Horn Mountains. Competitive salary and housing provided. Please email a cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Situations-wanted Ads

Hardworking, organized couple seeking a long-term house sitting or caretaking position in the Philadelphia, PA area. We are clean and quiet, and can manage a busy schedule, keep on track, and complete a multitude of tasks. We have years of experience with hospitality, pet care, cleaning, and general upkeep. We will consider all types of housing. Trustworthy and excellent references can be provided. If interested, please reach out to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

Excellent house sitters available. Having owned our homes for 56 consecutive years the importance of due diligence when allowing others into your home is clear to us. We will be discreet and respectful of your home, pets, and personal belongings. We are a married couple who are United States Citizens that are very active, healthy, and non-smoking. We enjoy traveling and have been married for 57 years. She: 76-years-old, retired from Banking and a Master Gardener. He: 78-years-old U.S. Marine Veteran and Retired State Trooper. Our home is maintained with pride and hard work. Over the years our pets have been well cared for and loved. Often, we are called upon to care for our neighbor’s homes and pets while they are away. Our offer to those we housesit for is as follows: We will extend the same prideful care to their home and pets that has become a standard at our home. In return for our services as house sitters we require a clean home and mutual respect and consideration from homeowners seeking our services. We can be flexible concerning location and duration of stay. Our preference is housing that is not too rural or isolated from a metropolitan area. References are available upon request. Having invested our working years into Banking and Law Enforcement it was required that we each pass background and criminal records investigation. Necessary info to put the “homeowners mind at ease” will be provided. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

Happy couple seeking long-term living/working opportunity. We are two females over 40 with two adorable dogs. One professional chef, one writer, both organized, capable, nature-loving, and excited about living a peaceful, purposeful life. Currently in Northern California, hoping to stay semi-warm, but open to most environments and unique situations. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

I am a physically fit individual with a background in Fitness and Security (Executive Protection). My name is Kalvin Evans, and I am 50 years young! Extremely adventurous, respectful, dependable, and responsible. Air Force veteran with a background in linguistics and 20+ years of experience ranging from farming to wellness to prepping. Currently, I live in Colorado and I’m looking for the perfect opportunity that’s mutually beneficial. All possible opportunities are considered. Please visit my site at https://xodusadventures.fitbudd.com for more information. Or you can email me at [Contact info available to subscribers] and put “Caretaker Gazette ad response” in the subject line. Thank you!

Master builder and Social Worker seeking the beach. Open to any and all situations in Riviera Nayarit but will consider other coastal areas in Mexico. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Senior couple seeking a new, long-term, caretaker/house sitter position (owner is selling his house). Been caretakers for the last 20 years. Responsible, no pets, no children, clean lifestyle: healthy and fit, excellent diet, no drugs, alcohol, medicine, or smoking. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for our profile and pictures and/or call to discuss at [Contact info available to subscribers].

house sitter Available in the Baltimore, Maryland area. I can help you with your home needs. Excellent references available. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Energetic, Conscientious, Professional Couple looking for a house sitting/caretaking arrangement anywhere in the Americas for June of 2023 while one studies for licensing exam full-time and other works remotely. Happy to care for animals, plants, house, etc. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] to discuss! Thank you!

Hey Everyone! We, (Keven, age 61, Julie, age 59, and our Golden Doodle dog) are looking for a caretaking situation in southern Wisconsin between Madison and Milwaukee. We desire to move from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan in July. We both run online stores with inventory. We are looking for a position that has housing. We are clean, respectable, responsible, and ethical. We are very capable, definitely self-starter types. Here are some of the services we can offer: landscape care, Airbnb cleaning service and caretaking, building, and grounds maintenance. Keven has extensive repair and maintenance experience and has building and mechanic skills. He can also run equipment. If you have any leads or know of anyone who does, please email us at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Two Alaska Caretakers available for Willow or Talkeetna house sitting in the winter 2023-2024. We are a capable, responsible, fit, 55-year-old Colorado couple with one dog, seeking a caretaking gig with indoor plumbing, good heat, ideally near town. We have plenty of ranch and caretaking experience, with local references. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] and you can learn about us at [Contact info available to subscribers]

We are a family of six who have been ranching in Texas on a small scale for the past 10 years, and we are ready for a change. As a family, we have experience in raising and/or breeding: dairy and beef cattle, show cattle, poultry, goats, pigs, livestock guardian dogs, and horses. We currently raise registered Texas Longhorns, and we often use many of our longhorns for charity events. Mark: After working in law enforcement for 15 years, I retired to start my own trucking business. However, my passion lies in ranching and equipment. I am proficient in stick welding and metal work, and I have my own welding trailer. I am experienced in vehicle maintenance and repair. I can operate heavy machinery including tractors, skid steers, and dozers. I also hold a Class A CDL with all endorsements (plus hazmat). I enjoy turning wrenches, working with my hands, and learning new skills. I do not believe in idle hands. I am looking for a position that takes care of equipment and maintains the property. I do enjoy working with cattle and other livestock. Becca: Just before I had our first child, I was in the customer service industry and coached high school athletics. I would take an interest in housekeeping, cooking/cleaning (guest ranch situation), and/or a separate position with animal care and management. A little about our kids: We have four kids aged 9-15 years old. They are all Longhorn showmen, and care for all of their own livestock. They are extremely helpful and can provide an extra hand for those small tedious tasks. As for our current home, we will not be selling if we need to relocate. Recently our kids have had the itch to rodeo, so we have been on the hunt for horses. If the position allows for personal horses, we would hold off on finding rodeo horses as we understand relocating performance horses in a permanent situation is not ideal when you consider weather and elevation. Neither our steers nor the horses are a must, just ideal. If relocated, we are looking for housing on the ranch. Willing to relocate to a red state. We both have resumes and references if needed. We believe in God, family, and country. If you hire us, you get 12 able hands for the price of 1-2. We like to do things as a family, this includes work. Please reach out to us by phone at [Contact info available to subscribers].

Hi! My 22-year-old son and I are looking to move back to Arizona. I’m a CNA and have been a professional housekeeper and caregiver. I have a job offer in Kingman and we are selling our home but wish to be there now and we can clean and maintain your place, water your plants, take care of your animals and he does online work so there’s always someone looking after your place! We can commit to six months to a year, please let us know ASAP, close to Kingman is ideal. Please email me at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hey all! We, (Meg 34, Tim 40, our baby boy Cedar 1, and one black lab) are looking to relocate to Asheville, North Carolina this spring/summer. We’re finding it difficult to commute back and forth from Tennessee as we look for land to buy, to homestead on, so we are hoping that placing an ad here might help us find a temporary place for a few months as we buy something and get transitioned. We’re looking for a place in the three to nine month range and that is of course very flexible. We would absolutely love to take care of your property as you are away. We are clean and respectable and very capable, definitely self-starter types. Here are some of the services we can offer: professional photography, landscaping, pet/ animal care (domestic or farm) cleaning, Airbnb flipping, building, grounds maintenance, (Tim owns a repair and maintenance service and has building and mechanic skills as well). If you have anything or know of anyone who does, please email us at [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you. Be well.

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