The Caretaker Gazette November / December 2018

Alabama

house sitter/GARDENER needed in Helena, a suburb of Birmingham, now through December 31, 2018. In addition to our three bedroom/two bathroom home, we have beautiful gardens, so we are looking for a house sitter to maintain both our house and gardens while we are away. The climate of Helena is typical of the Deep South. Our private house, including utilities, is offered to stay in for free in exchange for about two hours a day of taking care of our gardening needs. Our preference is for a single, non-smoking person, who is financially secure since we are not offering any compensation for this position. We received many house sitter responses from our last ad in The Caretaker Gazette – but not from house sitters who are able to do our gardening work. We would appreciate hearing from house sitters who would also enjoy some of our landscaping work out in our beautiful garden area. Must be a non-smoker/drinker, with no pets, or children. Please email your interest and reasons for wanting to take this house sitting assignment, let us know your gardening background, and include your references to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

Alaska

SLED DOG APPRENTICE/CARETAKER needed. Spend the winter in the heart of the Alaska Range on the outskirts of Denali National Park caring for sled dogs. The primary duty is to assist in the care of our dogs. As a handler you will give food and water to the dogs. Then you will clean the kennel. Afterwards, you’ll need to prepare and hook the dogs up for a training run, going on training runs with or without supervision depending on competence, and working with puppies. You will also complete a variety of jobs to help us maintain the dogs, kennel, and equipment. For instance you may paint and repair dog houses, assist with building tasks, cut and stack firewood, repair gear, etc. In general, we try to use each handler’s strengths so while you will have the opportunity to try many things, you will do the most of what you are good at. Successful dog mushers, and Alaskans, are jacks of all trades. The afternoon ends with feeding the dogs and cleaning the kennel again. Housing is in a private room in a private cabin. The cabin is a finished home, but there is no running water. The shower and laundry facilities are attached to our home. We are one of the finest sled dog kennels in the state of Alaska. We expect the best of ourselves and our handlers. We are interested in finding responsible, capable individuals who are self-motivated, willing to learn, and have a can-do attitude. Working at the Wolf’s Den requires the ability to approach daily chores with enthusiasm and thoroughness. Experience not necessary, we will teach the right person. We need help until May 1st 2019. To learn more, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

Argentina

OUR BACKPACKER HOSTEL can use some help. We are a small family run hostel in the center of Bariloche in Argentina’s Patagonia region, bordering Nahuel Huapi, a large glacial lake surrounded by the Andes Mountains. We are always looking for cool, outgoing and responsible people who speak a couple of languages (Spanish and English preferred) and want to be part of the Hostel. We need helpers to work as either looking after the reception (afternoon or night shift), someone to serve breakfast to guests in the mornings and for housekeeping. Depending on the time we have some shifts available or some others. The minimum stay is one month. We offer a bed (in a room only for helpers), all meals and the opportunity of being part of something great! We love asados so if you are a vegetarian, it won`t be easy for you. Please call us for further information at [Contact info available to subscribers].

Arizona

CARETAKER POSITION AVAILABLE at an isolated Northern Arizona ranch. The right couple will provide security for and maintain homes, spring fed pond and orchard. Farming, ranching, plumbing, electrical skills are desirable. Salary, housing, utilities (no line electricity), and high speed internet included. Beautiful climate, peaceful setting, with a tidy three bedroom, two bathroom home. Pets and a horse are welcome here. A background check and drug testing are required. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

WE ARE SEEKING AN AWESOME CARETAKER with their own RV, 5th Wheel, or travel trailer. One to three acres of land is offered rent-free in exchange for acting as caretaker for the ranch. The property is located just 20 miles outside of Show Low on 40+ acres. It has an abundance of mature Pinon trees, rock outcroppings, and meadow/flat areas. The property offers privacy, seclusion, and nature at its best! Lots of birds, deer, antelope, and bear. It is a beautiful property, and shopping, dining, and services are a short drive away. There is a world class golf course (Crystal Creek) nearby. While we are in a semi-remote rural area you will not be far from all that you need. Activities to be developed on the property are an organic garden, beekeeping/honey production, therapeutic riding, and an art program. If you enjoy living in a semi-remote area, off the grid and seek a sustainable lifestyle – we’d love to hear from you. Please read carefully, and make sure you are prepared to live off the grid. We will only respond to potential candidates whom we feel will be a match to become part of our family and ranch team. Your RV, 5th Wheel, or travel trailer must be in good condition and you must supply your own propane, power, and water. If you have horses you will be able to fence off (three acres) for living and pasture for the horses. Please email your resume and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers] The cover letter should be specific to the caretaker position, tell us the skill set and experience you have that directly relates to the position and why the caretaker position is a great fit for you. Please include the length of time you feel you will be available to fill this position. Six months, one year or longer, if all works out. We all know things happen in life and all opportunities don’t always work out. If selected and you or I feel that it isn’t a good match we will part as friends and wish you well. We require that if the owner is on the property you give us a 48-hour notice that you will be withdrawing from acting as the caretaker. This will give us time to sign you out of the property and verify that any ranch property has been accounted for and the one acre lot is left in the same or improved condition. Caretaker duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: providing caretaking services and labor – this position could develop into the caretaker receiving a stipend and or a salary. You will be required to perform handyman/repairs, landscaping, clearing, land management, construction, customer service, electrical, solar system and wind turbine repair and management. Should be willing to learn or have experience. As we develop the ranch you will be called upon to learn beekeeping, organic gardening or other skills that will allow you to caretake/manage ranch operations. You should be a jack of all trades, able to troubleshoot, build and or fabricate parts if necessary. Initially, you will perform property checks and work closely with the owner to ensure the security and safety of any property assets. A plus to being the caretaker is you will enjoy the bountiful harvest from the organic garden, orchard, honey, and farm fresh eggs. There will be times when there is much to accomplish and other times when there will be plenty of free time to spend with your family, friends, recreational time or just enjoy the peace and quiet here. This position is best suited for a retired person with a retirement income or someone who has an outside job that won’t interfere with your caretaking responsibilities. You must be a team player in deed and word, honest, dependable, inventive, creative, troubleshooter and problem solver with a can-do attitude, personable, professional and respectful. As the caretaker you will enjoy the freedom to landscape, grow a garden, and bring your toys. You are allowed two cars, one truck, one or two ATV’s, one boat, one or two horses (will consider) one or two pets (will consider/no aggressive breeds). Must be willing to pass a background screening and drug check. If there is anything I need to know about you, please include it in your cover letter. Honesty is the best policy. All information will be kept private and confidential. If selected the first step in the selection process is a 1) Phone interview 2) Face-to-face interview 3) Tour of the property 4) Offer to become the caretaker. The caretaker can start on October 15th, 2018.

Arkansas

OUR RESORT IS A 28 UNIT MOTEL on Lake Hamilton in Hot Springs. We are currently looking for a live-in Resident Couple to manage our motel. You must be energetic and enthusiastic as well as dependable, organized and a self-starter and able to manage the day-to-day operations. You must have experience in 3rd party booking sites like Expedia and Booking.com and have knowledge of marketing in the motel business. Compensation includes the apartment as well as utilities, internet and satellite TV. There will also be a salary which will depend on experience to start. So if you are interested in a long-term position, please send your cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Letters to the Editor

Hi Gary, thanks for answering all my questions by phone! I wanted to let you know that just a few days after subscribing to your Caretaker Gazette I placed an email ad and a classified ad and quickly received a great response for a one month house sitting assignment upstate NY! The assignment was to begin this summer and the homeowner and I kept in touch with each other all spring. In the meantime, I was offered and accepted another short term house sitting position in Brooklyn, NY! So my ad resulted in two house sitting positions! In both cases, I made short visits to the homes to meet the owners and their pets. In the case of the upstate NY position, the owners were so happy with me we agreed that I would return next summer to housesit again while they’re traveling! It was the first time for all of us using the Gazette and we couldn’t be happier. Here’s my new ad. Thank you Gary! Terry R., Pittsburgh, PA

Terry, that’s great news! Thank you for sharing your story with us and thank you for running your ads in the Gazette. I’m glad to hear that you were able to find two positions through your ad and will return for a second summer as a house sitter for one of the owners. Please keep in touch. Thanks again.

I see that you are now using Twitter to post Help Wanted ads for The Caretaker Gazette. I hardly ever use Twitter, so does that mean that I will be missing out on new positions that you post on Twitter? Let me know. Thanks. Bob K. Rye, NY

Hi Bob, thanks for writing. The Caretaker Gazette’s Twitter page features new help wanted listings that have already appeared in recent email updates that were already emailed to all our Gazette subscribers. The email updates that go out to subscribers contain more detailed descriptions of the duties, responsibilities, compensation, and contact information. In many cases, our help wanted advertisers request that we feature a summary of their ad and a photo on the Gazette homepage and Twitter page – so they can obtain additional exposure for their ads. As a subscriber, you do not need to respond to new postings on our Twitter page – just respond to the positions that you receive from the Gazette’s email updates that we email to you.

Dear Gary, Happy Thursday evening, my friend. I hope all is well with you and your family. I just wanted to Thank You for the wonderful opportunities you have given us with your email blast! WOW! We are receiving some lovely attention and offers to our Situations Wanted ad. It’s really terrific. We will let you know when and who we choose. I am so grateful to you. Be well and again, Mary and I thank you very, very much. Very truly yours, Mary and Kabin, Omaha, NE

That’s great news, Mary and Kabin. Please keep in touch and let us know which offer you end up accepting. Then, if you like, we can send you the details on how you can publish a Caretaker Profile story in a future Gazette issue and write all about your new experiences.

Dear Gary, our email broadcast through your caretaker.org site resulted in a very successful response and we hired someone who we think will be an excellent caretaker. Even though we ran just one email broadcast through you with you forwarding the responses to us, we received many replies from some great applicants. We really appreciate your fast communication and great responses. The caretaker we hired is from Oregon and is happily settling in to a warmer and drier climate here. Thank you for your very professional service. Jan L., Santa Fe, NM

Thanks for the update, Jan. I’m glad to hear that your one-time email broadcast was so successful. We receive many new email broadcast ads every week – so for any subscribers who have not yet given us an email address to use, you’re missing out on new opportunities like this one. Please remember, if you don’t have your own email address, you can provide us with someone else’s email address that we can use for you.

Australia

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A NOMADIC COUPLE to share with us 10-12 hours of light duties per week in exchange for a secure camp site, power and water for your RV. We have a small crop of garlic due to harvest soon and maybe some small jobs about the farm. Our 42 acre property is four minutes from Jimboomba, Queensland and 50 kilometers from Brisbane and the Gold Coast. You would be welcome to stay for a week, month or longer. Our last couple would come regularly for six weeks or so, but they have since settled on their own place. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

CARETAKER WANTED. A beautiful property in Mt Rivers, New South Wales requires a live-in caretaker (couples/families welcome) to look after the grounds and dwellings. Must have experience with farm and groundskeeping equipment (tractors, mowers, chainsaws, etc.). Experience with cattle would also be a benefit. Rent/remuneration is negotiable. For further details, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

SINGLE OR COUPLE WITH OWN ACCOMMODATION needed to help a young family, 50km west of the Forbes region of New South Wales. We have 3km of Lachlan River on our property, which is great for fishing. We are seeking help as we are currently renovating our house and working on the gardens. A bit of a handyman and an interest in the garden would be preferable. We have approximately two weeks of work, possibly more, for the right person. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER NEEDED for our property at Rockyview Station, 70km west of Georgetown. Need some help with gardening, to mow and water the lawn, three to five hour house cleaning once a week, and change the water in the cattle trough about once per week. Power and amenities provided. Would prefer a long-term caretaker if possible. The road is bitumen for 69km and one km of dirt all weather road. Please phone [Contact info available to subscribers].

A SINGLE PENSIONER is required for a position on a small property in Hunter Valley, New South Wales. Accommodation provided in exchange for light duties. Experience with cattle required. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more details.

WE ARE LOOKING for an honest, reliable, energetic couple for caretaking Nambung Station Stay. We have a small rural caravan park located 44kms southeast from Cervantes near the Pinnacles in the Midwest of Western Australia. This position would suit a retired couple with their own caravan and transport. Duties would include reception, cleaning and general maintenance, starting November 2018 to May 2019 minimum. If interested, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER COUPLE needed for Theda Station in the North Kimberley (Western Australia’s sparsely settled northern region). We are looking for a couple to caretake an isolated cattle station over the Wet starting immediately for six months. Must have basic bush mechanical skills, and interested in conservation. Duties would include weed management, gardening, Tractor/slasher and maintenance of buildings and machinery. There is no road access for up to six months, so the caretaker couple must enjoy each other’s company! Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for further details, or contact [Contact info available to subscribers].

CARETAKER/HANDYMAN needed on a horse property on The Northern Gold Coast This would suit a husband and wife team with no children. Duties will include feeding, manure pick up, gardening and property maintenance. Horse experience is necessary. A furnished house will be provided with retainer. No backpackers or visa holders. For the initial application please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

ACTIVE CARETAKER COUPLE required, with rural experience, in the Jerico district. An air-conditioned cottage will be provided. Wages are negotiable. One dog would be OK. Two local references required. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

FARM HELP needed. We run a property based in Central New South Wales, in Warren, located 600 kms from Sydney. It is a cotton, sheep and cropping property. We are looking for a cheerful, self-motivated, fit person with a can-do attitude to help us. This position would probably suit a female. The work will include general farm duties, sheep work, looking after sheep dogs and other animals and pets, gardening, and help taking care of the homestead. We require good spoken English. You will need your own car, as we are 40 kms from town. There are several travelers in the area to catch up with if you wish. We provide good accommodation in a self-contained cottage beside our house. Cooking facilities, an outside area with BBQ, and pool are right here. Must be confident to caretake if we are away for a few days. No smoking please. We are reliable, friendly employers. We have had several travelers from across the globe, who have learnt heaps and enjoyed the whole experience. If you are organized, hard-working, fit and happy to lend a hand, please apply. We look forward to hearing from you. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more details.

CARETAKER needed for [Contact info available to subscribers]. This would ideally suit an active semi-retired person/couple with excellent work ethics and people skills! Duties include: guest relations, housekeeping, animal care and grounds maintenance. Weekend work required. Attractive compensation, lodging and working conditions. We are in a strategic location between Sydney and Melbourne on the Hume Highway, 20 minutes to Gundagai and 40 minutes to Wagga. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] with any questions.

CARETAKER/GARDENER needed for our property 40km north of Taralga, New South Wales. We are looking for an active pensioner couple for our Tablelands property. A comfortable three bedroom cottage with garage, power and telephone rental will be supplied in return for 10 hours gardening and maintenance around the homesteads plus caretaking when required. Up to eight hours paid housekeeping/week plus occasional paid farm work could be available. You need to have previously lived on a farm and have an affinity with rural life. Please phone [Contact info available to subscribers]

Belize

WANTED TWO PERSONS OR A SEMI-RETIRED COUPLE to caretake [Contact info available to subscribers] in southern Belize. A minimum commitment of four weeks anytime from March to November. Your primary responsibility is having a presence on the property. Duties as of this date will be the care and feeding of six dogs, fishes, watering young plants and minor maintenance. If interested please email [Contact info available to subscribers]. You can also google [Contact info available to subscribers] for insights.

California

BIG SUR CALIFORNIA. We have an opening for a ranch helper on a homestead. Here there are llamas, alpacas, goats, cats and gardens. The person must be based in the country outdoor lifestyle. Solar power close to beaches and hiking trails. One hour to town. It’s important to have a connection and experience with animals and permaculture. Be responsible and take initiative. I also do many chores and work in other places, so I’m gone from home some. You must be healthy and aware, able to clean corrals, weed-eat, move hay, etc. Be able to work a full day on the land each week. Be able to interface with other people working. Kindness is very important. Exchange of 40 hours a month for a mini-house (approximately 450 sq. ft.) plus outdoor space. To apply and for more information please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER NEEDED in Tehachapi. A private horse ranch is looking for a live-on-site, part-time caretaker to feed animals, handle gardening/weeds, mend fences/water lines and typical ranch tasks. A California driver’s license and good DMV record are needed. This hands-on position is for an experienced person, able to work alone and efficiently, without supervision, training or drama. Housing is in a 30′ travel trailer plus utilities and salary. No under-the-table cash payments. Must be over 25 for commercial vehicle insurance. Retired seniors are encouraged to respond. Please email your past work history and employment references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER/CARETAKING COUPLE wanted for a family-owned winery estate located in the beautiful California Trinity Alps/Humboldt County. Private furnished one bedroom/one bathroom with utilities, cable, internet, gas fireplace and washer/dryer provided in exchange for 25 hours/week work. Additional hours due to summer events and grape harvest will be monetarily compensated at a competitive rate. Duties include landscaping, groundskeeping, and building maintenance. Must have knowledge of farming equipment, irrigation systems and your own vehicle. The ideal candidate(s) has vineyard and winemaking experience, and loves vegetable gardening. We are looking for committed, energetic people who want to be part of a fun-loving team. Small pets are considered. Please send an introduction letter, resume/work experience, and three references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

LOOKING FOR HELP finishing the interior of our rustic cabin in the Sequoia National Forest, located in the southern Sierra Nevada Mountains of California. It’s remote (75 minutes to Home Depot) but beautiful. Looking for someone (or a couple) with some or all of these skills: carpentry, drywall, electrical, plumbing, painting, and landscaping. Must have: excellent references, a strong ability to project manage, be self-motivated, honest, reliable, and have a resilient personality. You will need a good vehicle and driving record, a clear background check, no drugs/smoking, good communication skills and a can-do attitude. Experience with power tool maintenance/repair and with living rustically is a plus. Trade 20 hours per week for the cabin. Please email your details to [Contact info available to subscribers]

house sitter NEEDED for my Bay area home from November 1 through December 31, 2018, while I’ll be out of the country. I have three spoiled cats which also will need to be taken care of – so I am really searching for a cat/house sitter. I’m a few blocks from the Balboa Park BART Station and a public park with a swimming pool, playground, and tennis courts. Please email me a letter about yourself and if you are a cat lover. Must be non-smokers and able to provide checkable references. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

RANCH CARETAKER needed in Oroville. I have 10 acres and need someone who has a trailer to park here for partial trade for rent and property caretaking once in a while. Nothing big, just help out now and again. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

CARETAKER – HOUSEKEEPER / COOK COUPLE needed for an 85-year-old [Contact info available to subscribers] on the Sacramento River (located between San Francisco and Sacramento). Looking for a caretaker with handyman skills, and able to do some tractor work. Cook/housekeeper will prepare and serve meals during the hunting season (October through January). Salary, two bedroom apartment with kitchen, all utilities, dish network, internet and food during duck season, will be provided. Pets are OK. This position is not suitable for children. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SAN FRANCISCO DOG SITTER wanted for three weeks in late December/early January in my two bedroom apartment in the central NOPA/Panhandle neighborhood. Mellow, sweet-natured labradoodle needs company, walks and feeding. Non-smoker. References required. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER NEEDED FOR AN ELDERLY MAN in Mentone in San Bernardino County. A single person or couple is needed (non-smoker) to care for my Father. Free housing and groceries provided. Five days work and five nights work will receive $100.00 a week (negotiable). He needs to be reminded to take his medicine as directed and breathing treatments. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] Please provide references from friends and relatives.

CARETAKER NEEDED for a mountain ranch in Pollock Pines, in El Dorado County. A one bedroom mobile home is available in exchange for help around the house and ranch. This is an l64 acre timber property. I am leaning toward retired people or somebody who would be around a lot but will consider anybody who brings a lot to the table. There is room for horses on three acres already fenced for the caretaker. Looking for somebody with experience in carpentry, with handyman or handywoman skills. Somebody with horse experience is a plus. Looking for a MacGyver type – meaning a caretaker who knows how to do quite a few things, and if not – knows how to find out how. Must be a self-starter and must have a lot of your own tools. There are two trout streams on the property and plenty of places to garden. An apple orchard that is over one hundred sixty years old is still bearing sixteen different varieties of apples. There are also raspberries, gooseberries and loganberries to be harvested. I need help restoring the house that has half fallen down and was built in 1869. The ranch is semi-remote, five miles to the closest neighbor, but only fifteen minutes on good roads to Pollock Pines with major shopping stores and schools. There is excellent cell phone reception. The ranch is in generator country which means you need to provide your own generator since there is no electricity. We get quite a bit of snow in the winter so a four-wheel drive is essential, or a pickup truck preferably. Dogs are OK if they are confined to the caretaker’s area. No drug or alcohol abusers please. There is a background check required. Please reply with your phone number to [Contact info available to subscribers].

Canada

CARETAKER NEEDED for our home in the mountains of North Central British Columbia, Canada. Looking for an individual or couple who like an alternate lifestyle, with solar power, wood heat, and pumping water into holding tank from small lake for use in the house. This is not a paid position, it’s a chance to live rent free while experiencing the gorgeous British Columbia Mountains. Must be into handling 90 lb. propane tanks (for stove and water heater), and the generator for beefing up the solar power batteries in the winter. A “handyman or woman” is advisable for possible trouble shooting. Wood-heated large sunny art studio, 60 km. of ski trails in Crown land behind our place. Utterly gorgeous mountains are all around. Steelhead and salmon fishing in the famous Bulkley River and Babine Lake. Kayaking, rafting, great ski hill above Smithers, British Columbia. We are 10 minutes from the small town of Telkwa, 20 minutes from Smithers which is fully serviced and has several one hour flights a day to Vancouver. Our 180 acres feels isolated but easy access and has good roads to town. Animals, kids, and extended family are all welcome. Does need someone at home keeping the home fires burning. To apply, please email your resume and references to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include British Columbia Caretaker in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes. Thanks.

CARETAKER REQUIRED. A scenic ranch south of Longview Alberta requires a caretaker. Lawn care, livestock feeding, and general supervision in exchange for housing. This would be ideal for a retired couple with a farm background. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

Caribbean

LOOKING FOR A RESIDENT CARETAKER. Must be financially secure and mature. The position is for part-time light duties on a desirable location at a small Caribbean Inn. Free housing is provided on the resort’s premises, plus a small stipend in exchange for part-time work. The applicant should be in good health, resourceful, trustworthy and addiction and drug-free. For USA citizens, a passport is not needed to fly from the States, as Culebra, Puerto Rico is a territory of the USA. For more information, please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

WORKING RANCH CARETAKERS NEEDED for approximately three weeks ending December 21, 2018. Need to have experience and be comfortable caring for cattle, sheep, horses, chickens, and dogs and, experience equal to driving tractors pulling wagons of hay to feed. Common sense a must as is being physically fit for strenuous activity if needed. We are in a winter location with below zero temperatures possible and animals still need daily care. No smoking, drugs, nor excessive alcohol. Prefer two people for safety but one can do the job. Chores include feeding and watering seven days a week and dedicated stewardship 24 hours a day. Compensation provided. RV site available or 4-season 5th wheel provided. Please email me with questions or send your application listing experience and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER/RANCH MANAGER needed in Durango. A retired couple seeks dedicated qualified help on a 100 acre hobby ranch and estate property. Occasional travel and work on ancillary agricultural real estate interests. Candidate will be responsible for all facets of operation and maintenance of land, cattle, irrigation (flood and pump), fencing, structures (homes, barns) vehicles, equipment and tools, etc. Full-time, year round, caretaker position available for a mature, experienced, healthy, drug free male with clean driving record. The right ‘fit’ would receive an annual package depending on experience. Some flexibility of hours/schedule allowing for personal interests and needs. On site caretaker house with some utilities available after a trial period. The correct applicant would be a ranch experienced take charge self-starter with strong work ethic, pride of accomplishment, respect for the land and environment and a desire to please. Please email your personal history (health, education, marital status, family information etc.), complete resume of work experience, and salary history for consideration to [Contact info available to subscribers]

YEAR-ROUND LEAD INNKEEPER and maintenance couple needed at the [Contact info available to subscribers] in Estes Park, Colorado. The Inn lies on 26 acres with a rushing mountain stream and hiking trails. It’s an incredible place to be. The 10 guest rooms are designed with flair and elegance. We are looking for an energetic, outgoing couple who enjoys nature and the outdoors, and who has proven dependability. We are looking for an experienced couple to serve in two roles: a year-round, full-time Innkeeper and a part-time or full-time maintenance person. The Innkeeper must be able to quickly grow into the role of Lead Innkeeper over the first six months of employment. Our team is excellent and the operation of the Inn has been refined over 32 years to be a smooth process that creates delighted guests. We have the best staff and are incredibly proud of them. We expect that you come with strong experience in B&B operations (or boutique hotel operations), especially hands-on experience in housekeeping, laundry, cooking, and guest operations. For maintenance, we are looking for experience with construction, handiwork, mechanical and electrical systems and all kinds of around-the-house tasks. The Innkeeper’s job is to keep the Inn safe and warm, guests fed and happy, flowers watered, critters shooed away, phones answered, reservations made, guests married, beds made, laundry folded, tea and cookies served, dishes washed, rugs vacuumed, meetings attended, mail picked up, directions given and guests hugged before sending them back to the real world. Then make time for yourself beside the river, get eight hours of sleep, and start all over the next day. As the Innkeeper grows into the role of Lead Innkeeper, this person will take over responsibility for coordinating outside services, reporting payroll hours, maintaining documentation, rewriting recipes, submitting posts to social media, answering staff member’s questions, running business reports and taking action, following up on special projects through completion, contacting the owners as issues arise, and other duties as assigned. The maintenance person will be responsible for: repairs to commercial kitchen appliances, commercial and residential laundry equipment, furnaces and boilers; repairs to staff housing units; repairs to windows, doors, locks, lamps, bathroom fixtures, wall holes, and other room issues; lawn mowing, aeration, grounds maintenance, plant health; repair of concrete pathways, stone steps, stairways; assistance with wedding event needs including tents, tables and chairs; and other duties as assigned. Benefits include: housing, tips, groceries, gym membership, a National Parks Pass, rotating 3-day weekends, perfect for camping and exploring the forests, extra pay on holidays, three days off for Christmas, and more! Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

LIVE-ON DOMESTIC COUPLE needed in Vail, CO. A retired executive with a large ranch property that includes a pristine main residence and guest cabins near Vail seeks an experienced Domestic Couple to join his long-term staff, as the last couple in this position retired after 16 wonderful years. The ideal candidates will be comfortable working in the mountains, embrace the outdoors, and be conscientious, meticulous, and organized with strong homemaking skills. One individual will primarily be responsible for Chef/Cook responsibilities, including: preparing healthy meals, purchasing groceries and household supplies, assisting with events and entertaining, and assisting with household management. The other professional will perform hands-on daily cleaning, manage vendors, complete organizational projects, and provide personal service to the principal. This is generally a five day work week, with two consecutive days off per week. Compensation up to $150,000 offered, with full benefits; separate fully-furnished attached apartment on the property provided. Please apply for consideration (please fill out one application per person) at [Contact info available to subscribers]. Only qualified applicants will be contacted. We invite all interested professionals who are looking for a rewarding opportunity to consider this position. The start date is flexible; relocation assistance offered. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Connecticut

A FAMILY WITH THEIR PRIMARY RESIDENCE in New Canaan, CT is seeking a Personal Assistant/House Manager. Their House Manager of almost 10 years is stepping away for personal reasons and will be available to assist with onboarding. The ideal candidate will have several years of experience in a similar role, including experience managing multiple properties and the desire to work with a family with school-age children. The principals value open communication and will be true partners in the day-to-day operations of their homes. Technology skills are necessary, including knowledge of managing smart home and security systems and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and similar software for tracking information, maintaining calendars, and managing projects. The general schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, with flexibility needed. The family is respectful with scheduling; evening and weekend hours are sometimes required. Annual compensation of $100,000 to $130,000 is offered, depending on experience, plus benefits (health benefits, paid holidays, and paid time off). Please apply for consideration. Only local candidates can be considered, and qualified applicants will be contacted. Please apply [Contact info available to subscribers]

Denmark

HELP NEEDED outside of Logumkloster, a small town on the Jutland peninsula in south Denmark. Because of a cancellation, we are open for visitors yesterday. We hope we can inspire you to come and share our days and give us a hand on our property here. We are an open-minded family, who need a hand with some loose ends on our modernized, old farmhouse. We are a Danish/Dutch couple, Erik (72-years-old) and Gijs (52-years-old). We have two children, who have left home, but our cats are still there. We live in an old farmhouse, as we have done for twenty years now. It got partially modernized and we try to be self-sufficient with energy through geothermal heat and solar panels, but there are some loose ends. Our home is five kilometers from Logumkloster, which is a little village 25 kilometers from the German border. We build everything ourselves, but need some extra hands because age has set his footprint on our energy. We would like to get some help for our sauna project; we want to make a sauna out of the old furnace shed. Also, a part of the old stable which has been used for chickens needs a new roof. And our vegetable garden needs to be cared for. So if you have some experience with bricklaying, carpentry, welding, and gardening, or are willing to learn and you want to share your world with ours, then please call us. We speak Danish, Dutch, English and German. We would like you to stay for at least one to three weeks. If you are in our area, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

England

OUR CLIENT IS SEEKING A HOUSEKEEPER, Gardener couple who work well together and have good housekeeping and gardening skills. This position is likely to be for up to 12 – 18 months because their property will be going on the market. They live in a lovely part of Surrey in a six bedroom house and require a conscientious Housekeeper with a partner who can manage a large garden laid mainly to lawn and shrubs and hedges, with handyperson skills. Two days off in the week with weekends off by prior arrangement. This position works five days/week. Accommodation will be a separate cottage on the property. Salary will be 40,000 – 50,000. UK residents should apply with your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

CARETAKER NEEDED in Redland, Florida. This will be part-time work in exchange for housing. An active retired person is needed to do maintenance on a seven acre mango-avocado farm in exchange for a free efficiency on site with private entrance. Duties will include mowing, weed whacking, feeding dogs, general help. I don’t want a person with a full-time job. No smokers. Utilities, Wi-Fi, cable, and electricity included. For more information, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

France

LIVE-IN DOMESTIC COUPLE required ASAP for a beautiful holiday residence in the South of France. We are searching for an experienced couple who can fulfil the roles of managing the property, overseeing maintenance issues during the quieter season, hands on housekeeping and laundry, and being able to step up the game when the clients are in residence! This is a beautiful large property in the Saint-Tropez area. The family are mainly in residence during the summer months when they have guests and entertain regularly. From September to April the family rarely visit, so your role will be more maintenance, security and overseeing any works that need to be done. Maintain the properties, vehicles, airport runs and ad hoc errands as required. Deal with any issues with the facilities, swimming pool, etc. Ensure the property is ready for the family’s arrival. If you can cook light meals this would be an added bonus. French language is beneficial as a lot of the staff in residence only speak French. Separate accommodation on the property is provided. It is a spacious apartment with two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a lounge area. Food is provided for you while the principal is in residence. Salary is from 4,000 Euros net per month depending on experience. To apply, please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] in the Subject Line.

FULL-TIME, LIVE-IN COUPLE needed in the Gardener and Housekeeper roles. A small British family, who travel extensively, seek an adventurous couple who wish to experience life abroad. This live-in position comes with accommodation in a two bedroom cottage on a private estate, services included. Guaranteed contract for a year with possible extension. Responsibilities will include: presence on the estate when owners are away, dog care for one small pet, gardening and yard work, pool maintenance, cleaning and general housework, laundry, and light cooking when necessary. French language is a bonus, but not vital. A driver’s license is essential. You will have access to cars when not in use. Flexible contract length, salary and working hours. Good references and DBS essential. To apply, please send your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers].

Hawaii

RESPONSIBLE SKILLED COUPLE needed in Waipio Valley, Big Island. Should have maintenance, carpentry, landscaping, repair and cleaning skills. Three acres in a remote retreat setting, riverfront, off-grid (solar/battery power). Phone and internet via cellphone booster. Live in separate caretaker’s quarters. Owners don’t live on the property. 20 hours per week (total for two people) in exchange for boarding. Bananas, avocados, mountain apple, coffee, sweet potato and more growing on property. Looking for a Positive attitude, easy going, and a level of commitment. A 4WD vehicle and references are required. Please email your information and recent photo to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER(S) WANTED. We are looking for an honest, dependable and stable person, or couple, or family to help us take care of our seven acre off-grid sustainable homestead on Papaya Farms Road in the Kapoho Area of Lower Puna, on the Big Island. Yes – we are very close to the great lava river (about a mile away) and we might have to evacuate at short notice. The situation was too much for the caretaker family who were here and they have left, but we still need to maintain the place and are seeking assistance. As a result of the current situation we are asking for less work from our new caretakers than we usually do. We just want to keep the place functioning and keep the jungle from growing over the place. On our seven acres, we have about five acres of which has been cleared of forest. We have a lot of fruit trees growing. We have vegetable gardens which are producing some great crops. We have two chicken coops which currently house 15 chickens. We have a pond stocked with Tilapia, and five sheep. The caretakers’ responsibilities are mainly in the following areas: mowing, weed-whacking, weeding, mulching, composting; some basic building maintenance; keeping the fast-growing invasive species in check. The person(s) suitable for the position will: be able to work with or without supervision; be strong enough to handle a variety of power tools and to move heavy objects such as rocks and logs when needed; be handy; being able to fix tools and equipment is not required, but is a plus; have good communication skills; have at least one person available most of the time to deal with any and all of the different kind of situations which arise in off-the-grid living; not smoke tobacco or marijuana; appreciate the natural quiet of this area and will not wish to pollute it with noise. We live in a very quiet neighborhood where we greatly appreciate the sound of nature, and we would like our caretaker(s) to respect that. In return for the work as described, we offer the following accommodations: a 16 by 16 off-the-grid cabin with solar electricity, hot and cold running water, refrigerator, and flush toilet, outdoor shower, kitchen with two burner gas stove, outdoor area with picnic table and many other great features. The place is quiet, private and extremely beautiful. You really have to see it to appreciate it. Plus we are close to the ocean, a natural warm pond, and many other natural treasures. This is a work trade for accommodation only. We do not offer any money as part of the deal, although you will be provided some quantity of fruits and vegetables when there is enough to share. Please reply by email to [Contact info available to subscribers] with some information about you if you think you are a good fit for us.

SEEKING FULL-TIME CARETAKERS for a north shore estate on Kauai. We are seeking a couple to serve as the caretakers for our estate located on the North shore of Kauai, which is about 100 miles northwest of Honolulu. The responsibilities for this position would include managing the overall maintenance of the property and structures as well as assisting directly in the maintenance. We would also seek assistance with cooking and daily housekeeping duties when we or our guests are in residence. The successful candidates will have previous successful experiences serving as caretakers and will be looking forward to establishing a long-term, mutually rewarding relationship. We will provide competitive compensation as well as free housing in a recently constructed, two bedroom caretaker’s house. To apply, please email your resume and references to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include Kauai Caretaker in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes. Thanks.

Iceland

[Contact info available to subscribers] VOLUNTEERS needed for a project in the South of Iceland from April 11 through April 25, 2019. This project is located in a beautiful area surrounded by mountains and glaciers to the north and near the Atlantic Ocean to the south. The closest town is Vik. This project will require outdoor work beneath the glacier. Our host for this project is a farmer’s family on the south shore of Iceland. The farmers cultivate carrots and keep cows. This is the seventh year that [Contact info available to subscribers] volunteers will have the unique opportunity to get to know and explore this traditional Icelandic farm. There will be various tasks, depending on the weather, some cleaning tasks, for instance clearing fields of rocks, fences, trash, beautifying the area around and removing an invasive species called Rumex Longifolius; which has been used in Iceland in order to control soil erosion and revegetate eroded areas; but in some places its spread is more than desirable and being a foreign specie endangers the native species. This weed can remain viable for a long time, is helpful for vegetative reproduction, adaptable to different environments and in this habitat it benefits from agricultural practices which lead to disturbance or eutrophication. It reduces production from the field and lowers the feeding value of the grass to the animals. Those interested can help out with farm activities, such as taking care of the animals, and cultivating potatoes and vegetables. Participants are invited to take a look at the cows in the stalls, assist in milking them if interested or just tending to them in general. The group will also be taking care of trees, cutting and planting them. The weather conditions in Iceland are unpredictable, especially during winter and in early April the average temperature is just above zero. Be prepared to experience all kinds of weather and be sure to bring warm winter clothes as the tasks take place outside and it can get cold. Bring warm under-layers, waterproofs, walking shoes/boots, a good sleeping bag and gloves. SEEDS volunteers will stay in an equipped flat, in a sleeping bag accommodation, sharing rooms. Please bring your own sleeping bag. Volunteers will receive food supplies and be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Idaho

CARETAKER NEEDED FOR A HORSE FARM in Troy, Idaho, in exchange for housing. The primary duty will be to check on animals and facilities for the manager who lives off the property. Included tasks are feeding chores on weekends and closing up each night. A retired person or couple who spend most of their time at home would be ideal. Duties are light but the ability to spot problems quickly is essential. We are far enough from the university city of Moscow to be secluded and peaceful but close enough to be convenient. Please email your past work history and employment references. A background check will be done. Please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] to learn more, and email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Iowa

SHORT-TERM CARETAKER NEEDED on a buffalo ranch in the rolling, wooded hills of Northeast Iowa. One ranch hand needed in January or February, and one ranch hand needed mid-May to mid-June, 2019. Responsibilities include driving a tractor to feed hay to bison and cattle, checking fences and waterers, and some simple carpentry/fencing/farm improvement projects. This is a paid position. Housing provided. Excellent experience for anyone who wants to learn more about farming. Must be willing to learn and take direction. Willing to train the right person for the job. No smokers, and must pass a drug and background test. Please send your cover letter, references, and job experiences to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Italy

THE [Contact info available to subscribers] (San Giuliano Terme, Tuscany, Italy) requires a responsible and reliable person who loves historical houses and who will be available from April to November 2019 for periods of at least two months and a maximum of three months. The caretaker should be a person who would like to exchange the hospitality in a room with single bed, kitchenette and private bathroom with an overnight stay at the villa from 10pm to 7am and some light gardening activities for a maximum of three hours each day. The mornings and afternoons are totally free, and the weekly free day can be discussed. No money compensation, and no meals are provided. Must be a non-smoking volunteer. Italian speaking is not a requirement. To apply, please write to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Property Caretaker Profile

Reborn in Retirement Address: [Contact info available to subscribers] Interests: Photography, sports, travel, gardening, people and helping others. Quote: Victory in life comes from serving others.

house sitting in paradise creates miles of smiles

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

The sun is always shinning on these first time house sitters

Japan

OUR GUESTHOUSE in Asuka, a small village located in Takaichi District, Nara Prefecture, needs help. We are in rural, scenic area with a lot of historical sites. We have a renovated old house built 150 years ago, and our guesthouse was opened in the spring of 2015. Asuka area flourished as the capital 1,500 years ago. But now we have a peaceful countryside where farmland spreads out. Beautiful rice terraces, wonder stones, and friendly people will be welcoming you. Your job duties will include cleaning, washing, bed making, etc. Hours expected will be three hours a day, five days a week. We can provide a bike, washing machine, food and accommodation. Your bed is in the dormitory room. We will provide local harvested rice! Most guests here are almost all Japanese. So you can try to learn the Japanese language with them and we are seeking helpers who can understand in Japanese. You can learn a lot of Japanese history here too. If you are in Japan and interested in helping us, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Maine

[Contact info available to subscribers] in Georgetown, Maine is seeking 2019 season caretakers from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Primary duties include: Maintaining grounds and equipment Providing tours Hosting overnight guests Maintaining a blog Must apply as a pair as it is a two person job. Families are encouraged. For more information please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] The application deadline is December 1st, 2018.

Maryland

GORGEOUS COUNTRY ESTATE, close to DC and Virginia, seeks live-in innkeeper(s). Upscale property with six suites – hosts weddings and events. Responsibilities include receiving guests, assisting wedding parties, housekeeping, shopping, light landscaping and maintenance, and breakfast preparation. This is an ideal job for a single person or couple. Transportation required. Culinary/hospitality/event or gardening interests a plus – not requirement. Base pay plus incentive. Please send your resume or letter to [Contact info available to subscribers]

NOW ACCEPTING RESUMES FOR EMPLOYMENT on a magnificent historic waterfront farm on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. This position would be for a caretaker whose duties would include grass cutting, gardening and moderate repairs. A housekeeper position might also be available. Must be an animal lover. Beautiful historic home, as well as a vehicle will be provided. Please email resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Massachusetts

CARETAKER WANTED for a mansion in Marion, Massachusetts, located one hour from Boston and 45 minutes from Providence RI. Landscaping, pool, dock, main house and guest house. The property itself is about 2.5 acres. We have cleaners for inside the houses but need someone to oversee, check daily in wintertime, do minor maintenance and bring in our specialized vendors as needed. Need a good person with high standards to start ASAP. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mexico

LOOKING FOR A MATURE COUPLE to experience off-grid living in our solar home on a tranquil, 17 acre, prior fruit ranch, now bird sanctuary in the Zihuatanejo area, on Mexico’s Pacific Coast, approximately one mile from the Playa Blanca. Our two bedroom, two full bath home with a full kitchen is in the classic Mexican style with living areas surrounding a courtyard. Amenities include booster reception for cellphones, Wi-Fi microwave tower, solar electricity, ample well water connected to both the house and bodega, and the use of our stick-shift VW Passat. Responsibilities include providing a presence for security as well as some upkeep skills for the house and property. Available from the last week in March 2019 through the first week in January 2020. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] noting your interest and availability. A manual with pictures of the house and descriptions of its operations and the surrounding community will be emailed to you.

Mississippi

MUSEUM VOLUNTEER/FRONT DESK HELP needed at the [Contact info available to subscribers] in Vicksburg, MS. We are looking for volunteers who can work a variety of days throughout the year. Monday through Saturday we have two shifts (9:00 AM to 12:00 AM and 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM), but many volunteers work all day. We have one shift (1:00 PM to 4:00 PM) on Sundays. Main duties include greeting visitors and asking them to sign in, providing information about the museum, and assisting visitors with information about the city of Vicksburg (the Vicksburg Visitors Bureau provides an employee every day to assist with this duty). We also keep all of our volunteers on an email list, and a few times a year we ask for additional assistance with events that take place at the museum. Most volunteers work two to four days a month, but we can accommodate as many (or as few) volunteer hours that the volunteer is willing to work. If interested, please complete the volunteer form at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Montana

FACILITIES/OPERATIONS MANAGER needed in Missoula. A large learning retreat center and ranch on several thousand acres in Western Montana is seeking an experienced, skilled, personable, and capable Facilities and Operations Manager to oversee all aspects of facility operations for this extensive property. A professional with past experiences in ranch management, sustainable practices, business management, staff oversight, public relations, and leadership will thrive in this unique position. You will be a hands-on manager interacting with a broad range of stakeholders, professional, government and municipal contacts, and other community figures. Primary responsibilities will include: direct oversight of facility and ranch staff, vendors, and contractors; implementing policies and procedures as the property is built up; keep key executives and principals apprised on project progress; manage a wide range of projects, including construction builds, maintenance, restoration and sustainability initiatives, and other projects as needed; collaborate with other leaders and directors; serve as emergency contact and eyes-on-the-ground for the facility, grounds, structures, and staff; be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with neighboring and nearby organizations, executives at the business office, local residents, and other key partners. Key qualifications include: strong leadership ability; conscientious, respectful, open-minded, and collaborative; able to work well in a team-focused decision making environment; have past experience in ranch management, business management, public relationship, facilities maintenance, and/or staff leadership; be tolerant, understanding, and capable; be skilled in establishing, implementing, and building staff and facility procedures, plans, and processes. Top-market competitive compensation offered, plus an excellent benefits package, including health coverage, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan. Accommodations provided at the retreat and all living expenses covered. For consideration, please apply. Qualified applicants will be contacted. We invite all interested professionals who are looking for a rewarding opportunity to consider this position. The start date is flexible; relocation assistance offered. We look forward to reviewing your application. Please apply for position [Contact info available to subscribers] (Please fill out one application per person.)

FULL TIME PROPERTY MANAGER COUPLE NEEDED for a 160 acre property north of Babb, MT, located approximately five miles from the Canadian border and 12 miles from Glacier National Park. There are four residences (the caretaker house and three vacation rentals), a bunkhouse and a shower house (vacation rental) and outbuildings including a newer 30X30 shop, an alpaca pole barn, and an older 4-stall barn. All are in good shape, needing general maintenance and repairs occasionally. The outbuildings need some painting and repairs. The fences are up but need maintenance and some replacement. There is also a lakeshore cabin 12 miles from the ranch that needs interior work. Equipment includes three ATV’s, a new Kubota tractor with loader attachment, box blade and brush hog, and a pickup for Ranch use. The equipment would require regular maintenance and upkeep. There are seven alpaca and a llama. The alpacas are sheared annually by a professional shearer and their fiber processed. The Llama is sheared every other year. The property consists of hayfields, a fenced horse pasture with water, and native grass grazing. There are areas of dense aspen. Most of the property is left wild to encourage wildlife, as it is part of a wildlife migration corridor between Glacier Park and the Sweet Grass Hills. The views are amazing. All in all, it is a beautiful piece of property, with lots of potential. I work remote on a rotating schedule and do not have the time or skills to do the work needed. In addition to property repair/maintenance, the caretaker would be responsible for managing the vacation rentals which would include handling all reservations and correspondence, greeting and working with guests to ensure a pleasant stay, and providing housekeeping. A two night minimum is required, and most guests stay three to four nights, so it isn’t a nightly turnover like a motel. You can check the website at [Contact info available to subscribers] for details on the vacation rentals, and reviews from previous guests. I am looking for a couple who is self-sufficient in living/working in a remote situation and has a positive attitude. Please be aware there are long hours in the summer months. Property skills needed are basic ranch skills including equipment operation and maintenance, building maintenance and repair, barb-wire fencing and land management including noxious weed management, animal care, and the ability to relate to ranch guests. Skills needed to manage the vacation rentals include guest services/hospitality experience, strong administrative skills and background, strong organizational skills, good verbal and written communication skills and computer skills. Flowers and gardening skills, and social media skills are a big plus. A valid driver’s license is required, and candidates must be drug free and pass a background check. A passport is needed if planning to go into Canada. All homes are smoke-free, and pets are acceptable if not disruptive to the ranch guests. A two bedroom house would be provided and a pasture if you have a horse or two. The house is all electric and I pay up to $120/month for the electrical bill. A new well system was installed (it is good water), and I pay for garbage hauling. Satellite TV is available but not provided. The caretaker residence is a comfortable frame house, all appliances including a washer/dryer, hardwood floors, and full basement for storing supplies, great views, approximately 1,040 sq. ft. each level. There is a wood stove installed to keep the heating bill down in the winter. I provide a cell phone and laptop with internet for ranch business use and recordkeeping. I would like to get feeder steers for beef and would provide the caretaker one-quarter beef/year, and add chickens for fresh eggs. The property could be as self-sufficient as a person would want. If you are interested, please forward a resume, references and a recent photo to [Contact info available to subscribers] No phone calls please. Please include what salary/compensation you would expect. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Nevada

POSITION AVAILABLE starting in October, 2018 for a northern Nevada, 17 acre horse property. A nice furnished two bedroom/one bathroom apartment plus utilities will be provided in exchange for 24 hours/week work with horses. Must be experienced in handling and grooming horses. Ability to ride a plus but not necessary. Duties include barn chores, turnout, feeding, and maintenance of pastures, arena and RP. Some landscape maintenance and other odd jobs paid on hourly basis. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and move 100 lb. bales of hay. Non-smokers. A background check and references will be required. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

LAND CARETAKER needed in Winnemucca (Humboldt County, Nevada). Looking for a survivalist mentality person or couple. Do you love nature and seclusion? We need a caretaker for our several hundred acres of arid Northern Nevada grasslands, where we will slowly be planting trees, making a forest out of a desert. The days are hot, nights cool, and there are no mosquitoes. Work only takes a couple of hours a day. Work when it is cool, rest when it’s hot. The caretaker will stay on our property (in a motorhome), care for chickens, three cows, and (optional) dog, and later other animals (possibly alpaca and emu). Work will include: 1. Pulling up shrubs, tossing in a wood chipper and using the chipped wood to make roads (for water trucks) on the property 2. Planting trees (probably in November and June) 3. Watering and caring for trees (first two to three years after planting) 4. Helping to build fences (sometimes alone) 5. Check on animal water (they eat grass in areas where the trees do not grow) 6. Weekly communication (with photos and videos) with the owners.

Compensation will be $10 – $15 an hour, free rent in the motorhome, and free land use (10+ acres) for the caretaker. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Jersey

FULL-TIME RESIDENT ASSISTANT INNKEEPER OR COUPLE wanted for a seasonal (May through October) 18 room Bed and Breakfast just steps from the ocean in beautiful Spring Lake, N.J. Full-time duties include front desk, kitchen and guest room responsibilities. Must be great with people, have tons of energy, and the ability to work independently and efficiently. Please feel free to visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] and if interested please send a letter and/or resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

BASKING RIDGE AREA – house sitter needed from right after Thanksgiving to right after New Year’s Day, to look after three dogs, two cats, five goldfish, and our garden. You will be responsible for feeding our animals, and watering the indoor plants, no exercise required for the pets. Our pets are very well-behaved, so you should have no problems with them. We would prefer a live-in house sitter, but will also consider twice daily visits to our home for feeding/watering duties from any local applicants. Please email why you would be interested in house sitting and taking care of our pets, and provide at least three checkable references. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Mexico

NORTHERN NEW MEXICO: A large ranch in beautiful Georgia O’Keeffe country seeks a non-smoking single person or couple for a caretaking position. Two bedroom home and utilities provided in exchange for care and feeding of two horses and occasional dog care. Additional work for hourly payment includes pool and landscape maintenance, general household and ranch repairs, housekeeping. Must be stable, trustworthy, have a current driver’s license, and be able to pass a background check. Please email your resume, salary requirements and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER COUPLE needed. After two wonderful years here, my home and property caretakers must leave. I am looking to replace them with a couple as committed as they are. This is a work-trade arrangement. In exchange for caring for my home and other aspects of the land, your home is rent-free. I work very hard, I go to Santa Fe almost every day except Sunday and need support on the ranch. Currently, the home of the caretaker is rustic, simple, partially furnished. It was intended to be a garage type structure and one day will be. It had a simple kitchen, a small bathroom, and a loft bedroom upstairs. A concrete floor. It is heated via wood stove. You would provide your own wood. It has a washer/dryer and fridge. No dishwasher. The cottage is approximately 900+ square feet. There is no fence around the cottage. I am building a new home on my land, it is rammed earth. It will take almost another year to complete. Once I move out of the home I am living in, it will become the home of the caretakers. It is a one bedroom, one bath, with a small atrium, tiny living room, and an amazing kitchen, a delightful 2.5 acre backyard fenced in, a wonderful patio, porch, and great views of the pond. It has a large loft area that may be used as another bedroom or studio space, office, etc. There is storage closet upstairs. The house has lots of natural light and windows. It is all solar, propane for hot water and heat in one room, which may change. It also has a wood stove. It is a magical home. And yes, there is a claw foot tub in the bedroom. The work trade includes sprucing up my home Tuesday through Friday, I like it to feel like a temple. I am not a messy person. You will need to refill the bird feeders and bird baths Monday through Friday. I have two dogs that you would care for during the day and chickens. The dogs are German Shepherds. A love of dogs is of utmost importance. Chickens are easy in the summer, harder in the winter. If I need to travel, you would be on the job weekends too. That doesn’t happen often. On Monday, I have extra support, someone that comes into clean. That is a day for you to take care of odds and ends inside or out that need to be done. Maintaining the sacred space of your own home and surrounding area is a requirement while helping me with mine and my animals. The entire property is 275 acres. My new home is about 4,000 sq. ft. It is further away from the current homes, so more privacy afforded to everyone however I will be using the house the caretakers will be moving out of for an art studio or other fun pursuits. The caretaking couple must have a reverence for place and honor the property I have worked so hard to be on. It is remote and private. It is technically a subdivision. You must be comfortable with the isolation. It can get super windy out here. We have more weather, rain and snow, than in Santa Fe. Your house does not have a garage. We have pack rats out here. Keeping the hood open on our cars at night has completely cured the problem of them chewing wires. Only people who can pass a thorough background check should apply. It is a two-person situation, a couple is required. I would like people on the property most of time, not leaving during the day and rushing home to get things done before I get here. One person should be capable of maintaining things like small plumbing leaks or other repairs, only serious, long-term applicants need apply. Honesty is non-negotiable. Quiet, respectful people are a must. This is a sanctuary. I appreciate my privacy. Generally I will leave notes during the week on the kitchen island to communicate anything. Most, but not all, Sunday’s, I will cook dinner and get together with you so we can discuss anything we need to and get to know each other better. I’ve covered a lot here so there is not a lot of back and forth because I didn’t provide enough information. Local applicants are preferred. If you are interested, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] I will not respond to general inquires unless I have some information about you. Excellent references are required. I am in no rush, it is important the find the right people. The current caretakers will help with the process and training.

CARETAKERS NEEDED for land-sitting in Deming. Free rent offered in exchange for living there and keeping a safe eye on everything. We just bought a few acres of land off Highway 10 in Deming, New Mexico between mile marker 90 and 91 on the Freeway side going west. If you have an RV or travel trailer or other moveable housing, this is perfect for your living arrangement. I’d like to get a team of regular caretakers who can live on the land to just keep an eye on things that are being stored there as far as construction supplies and more. We are in the process of putting in the septic tanks and getting some sort of potable water storage too, so for now we’ll have to use two Portsheds for the bathrooms until the septic tanks are in. Will have a water station for portable wash sinks. Electricity for now is a generator until they issue the service meter. This is available in less than a week. I am looking for two or four people with different time schedules so there’s always someone there on the property. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

New York

ASSISTANT INNKEEPER needed at [Contact info available to subscribers], a top-rated hotel with 18 guest rooms and a prime park-walk location in Cooperstown, NY. Seeking an energetic, enthusiastic individual with stellar verbal and written communication skills, ability to problem solve, prioritize, multi-task. Attention to detail is crucial. Once trained, will work independently. Computer skills, familiarity with reservation software required. Must be able to climb multiple flights of stairs with luggage. Experience in lodging industry desired. Start date for training is November 2018. Initial duties include covering four front desk shifts per week (mix of day/evening, weekends required), acting as after-hours contact person, assisting with breakfast service. Compensation includes salary plus housing (a three bedroom, 1.75 bath house). Non-smoker, no substance abuse, no pets. Solid references, and a background check required. Resume with cover letter that communicates who you are in addition to what you�ve done should be emailed to [Contact info available to subscribers] (please do not call main number for the Inn).

A FARM IN UPSTATE NY, Wayne County is looking for a Farmer Family to operate as their own. 70 acre fruit farm with a small vegetable garden. All equipment, tractors, sprayer, mower, etc. available. Live on farm. Split proceeds. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

FULL-TIME ONSITE CARETAKER needed in Rhinebeck in exchange for reduced rent. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

LOOKING FOR A MATURE, LOVING AND CARING, talented, caretaker or caretaker couple to live in, long-term, to care for small show dogs on a beautiful property in Westchester, NY (one hour/50 miles north of New York City). Responsibilities include: total care of the dogs (grooming, cleaning, feeding, exercising, vet care, training and most important loving). Caretaker responsibilities to be discussed more in depth during our interview. Free room and board and salaried position. Person(s) must have a current driver’s license, be a non-smoker, non-drinker, have no live in children, and have verifiable references. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

COOKS WANTED – FREE HOUSING available on the beach! [Contact info available to subscribers] restaurants. A pair of new restaurants on Fire Island National Seashore, NY, in Watch Hill and Sailors Haven is seeking a Sous Chef, Short Order/Line Cooks, and Prep Cooks. Free employee housing behind the dunes of the ocean beach in a national park setting. This is a wonderful opportunity to work hard, learn, save money, and spend the summer and fall on Fire Island. Family meal included! Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

FULL-TIME CARETAKER/PROPERTY MANAGER needed for our estate in Millbrook, NY. Urgently needed! We are searching for a couple for caretaking, property management, driving, and housecleaning. We are looking for a non-smoking mature couple with no children for our home and 86 acres. Must be a good driver. A cottage home with utilities will be provided, along with compensation. References required. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for an interview.

CARETAKER NEEDED. It is that time of year. We have staff who must depart. We have the following positions available immediately for short-term positions (6 – 12 weeks) or potentially year round. Housing provided plus salary plus bonus. We also need a Front Office Assistant Manager – the ideal candidate would have some hotel experience (or education) with online reservation systems. Recent graduates are fine. However, someone who is computer savvy and a quick learner would be considered. One must be willing to work many Friday and Saturday days/evenings during the high season. We would like to have someone who could work until October 15, 2018 or so. However, we would also consider someone for a shorter time period. And, we would also consider someone for a year round position! For the year round position we would prefer someone who is willing to live on premises five to seven nights per week, with four to six weeks vacation a possibility. Please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] to familiarize yourself with our businesses, then if you are still interested, please apply in confidence to [Contact info available to subscribers] and please include your resume, references, salary history and requirements, and the dates you are available.

New Zealand

VINEYARD WORKERS NEEDED ASAP! We need two men who can start immediately for a vineyard developing a new vineyard in the Marlborough/Blenheim/Picton area. Our employer informed us this work is more suitable for male workers. And the job is really easy and they can guarantee minimum wage +8% holiday pay. This is a work and stay deal, so you need to be sure that you could stay at our hostel during the job. We offer free Wi-Fi, shower, toilet, kitchen, Sky TV and so on. If you stay more than a month we can offer you a long-term special rate for dorm room. So please inform us your arrival date ASAP then we will book your job and accommodation. All you need to have for this job is your Work Visa, IRD number, bank account and your own transportation. Please send us a text message on our mobile number at [Contact info available to subscribers] if you need more information. Thanks.

WORK EXCHANGE OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE in Christchurch. We are looking for reliable, honest, detailed oriented and positive persons to work at our reception as intern duty manager, starting as soon as possible. You must be able to speak fluent English and able to commit six weeks at least (up to three months), starting immediately, and only backpackers with working holiday visas or student visa will be considered. You will work 14 hours/week, three days in a row in the afternoon shift (varies from 3:30pm – 9:30pm) or in the morning shift (from 9:30am to 1:30pm). Your duties include checking in and checking out guests, handling cash, bookings and the reservation system, cleaning check, hostel laundry, etc. Your working hours will basically cover the fee of your stay in our hostel. It’s also a great chance to meet new people from all over the world, learn about the hospitality industry in a real scenario and the basic running of a hostel and improve your English and communication skills. Full training will be provided. In addition you will get free accommodation in a three bedroom unit, free laundry and hi-speed staff Wi-Fi. If you’re interested please call [Contact info available to subscribers]. We hope to hear from you soon!

North Carolina

[Contact info available to subscribers] volunteer maintenance position available for RVers from May 1, 2019 through September 30, 2019. [Contact info available to subscribers] offers 99 campsites on or near the lake. Amenities include an amphitheater, playground, swim beach, dumping station, and a boat launch area. The volunteer maintenance host is responsible for inspecting bathhouses and vault toilets, picking up litter on campsites and throughout the park, cleaning out fire rings of ashes, wiping picnic tables clean, painting campsite posts, lantern holders, gates, etc. RVing volunteers will reside at a campsite located within the park with free 50 amp electricity, water and sewer provided. Please apply at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Ohio

[Contact info available to subscribers], an award-winning 21 room country Inn, is searching for an Innkeeper or Innkeeping couple for a long-term, live-in position. Candidates must be able to effectively supervise staff, as well as personally participate in all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the Inn. Prior hospitality and supervisory experience is preferred. Compensation includes salary and incentive bonus program. This is not a short-term Inn-sitting position, the owners are looking for someone to join the team for the long-term. Please submit your resume and salary requirements by emailing them to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oklahoma

house sitter NEEDED from December 1, 2018 to January 30, 2019 for our three-bedroom home in the Oklahoma City area. We need a dog-lover to look after our two cute Poodles, who need cuddles (and food), and to be walked twice each day. Our home is very close to the I40, and just 20 minutes by car to the city. A large park is a short walk away, along with walking trails and tennis courts. You must keep our house in good shape while we are away, because we expect it to be the same when we return. If you are interested, please email Liz and Pete at [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER NEEDED. Just a little about us. We specialize in team roping. Our main facility which we call home is in Oklahoma. We recently purchased a facility in New River, Arizona, just north of Phoenix. We will be in Arizona from December through the end of March and Oklahoma for the rest of the time. We are looking for someone to do regular chores: feed, water and muck stalls, take care of livestock, mow, weed-eat and whatever else your ability allows. We want someone who is honest with a good work ethic. Someone who can work alone or with others. Housing is only for an individual or couple, as there is not enough room for a family. You would work on both the Oklahoma and Arizona ranch. Salary is based upon experience. Housing is included with utilities, internet, Netflix, washer and dryer. We take good care of our employees and expect the same of you. If you’re interested, please text [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oregon

OUR STORY: The Opal Creek watershed is 35,000 acres of protected rainforest, part of the last remaining low-elevation old-growth forest left in the Pacific Northwest. Soaring trees dripping with moss, crystal-clear streams, and a diversity of old-growth-dependent species make Opal Creek a unique gem in Oregon’s crown. At its center is the historic off-grid mining town of Jawbone Flats, our base of operations since the Opal Creek Wilderness was created in 1996. The Winter Caretaker is responsible for helping to maintain and improve the facilities at [Contact info available to subscribers] while programs are closed down for the winter season (November – March). This is a residential position: the Winter Caretaker will live in Jawbone Flats in housing provided by the organization and must be able to winter over, potentially being snowed in without vehicular access for a period of four months. For more information, please see job details at [Contact info available to subscribers]

FREE CABIN EXCHANGE AVAILABLE on my 30 acre farm in the coastal community of Seal Rock, in Lincoln County, in exchange for work (no pay). I’m seeking a long-term, farm caretaker/builder to tackle some projects in exchange for free rent. A small forest cabin (12 x 20) will be provided to a single caretaker, or a couple. A semi-retired or retired builder would be welcome. Will need to be able to mow, weed whack, and do wooden projects and repairs (with and without help). Would like the caretaker to do some roof work, both old and new, put on some siding, and gate repairs, plus all around handy farm work. Some knowledge of water systems and plumbing, would be a plus. Must have a valid Oregon driver’s license, with your own truck or car and be a non-smoker/drinker. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] and tell me about your craft and yourself. Thanks.

Panama

LIVE-IN house sitter/CARETAKER NEEDED (can be an individual or couple) for a property in Panama for three to 12 months. Have magical acres in the cloud forest on a river, located 15 minutes beyond town. Have a tropical climate here. Would love a handyman, construction kind of person, or someone experienced with building (or someone able to liaise with them). Could be a retiree, writer, or serenity deficient soul(s) someone with good organization and communication skills, computer skills, and permaculture/gardening knowledge/skills, and if you have some Spanish or are bilingual are all a huge plus. References required. Mature applicants welcome. Please send your resume or letter describing yourself and skills to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Pennsylvania

PART-TIME, LIVE-IN ASSISTANT MANAGER POSITION available in North East PA, a small town on the shores of Lake Erie, home to numerous wineries. The Inn is well established eight rooms, in business for 16 years. We are looking for an energetic self-starter, ideally with some hospitality experience. You will greet guests, make breakfast, answer phone calls and handle the reservation system, manage small staff, and resolve minor maintenance issues. Must pay attention to details and the wants and needs of our fabulous guests. This is a great opportunity to add innkeeping responsibilities to your resume! Living space is appropriate for a single or couple only. Compensation includes housing, utilities, Wi-Fi, cable, base salary, performance bonus and scheduled time off. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

B&B MANAGERS NEEDED. I recently purchased and renovated a beautiful, historic 3,500 sq. ft. Chapel, complete with a Rectory containing seven bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths as well as a five bedroom, two bath Convent. West Grove Chapel is located in the quiet village of West Grove, PA. Located in historic Chester County, Wyeth country near Longwood Gardens, Brandywine River Museum, Brandywine Battlefield, Valley Forge, etc. My intent is to offer the Chapel as an event venue and the Rectory and Convent as a B&B. Everything is in place! I need someone to market and manage it. If you’re interested, please text or call [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks!

Portugal

WE ARE CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR PEOPLE to help us with a new project (couples are welcome). We need workers who can help us and stay for a month or more. We have a guest house located in Aljezur, on the southwest coast of Portugal. Aljezur is a small town with incredible beaches. The surf pumps all year round and there are several trekking routes nearby, part of the famous Rota Vicentina. We currently need help in painting, gardening work, and cleaning. We offer free accommodation and use of the kitchen in exchange for 24 hours of work per week – which could be in any of the above plus any extra chores that come up. We are pretty laid back and flexible, but pretty serious about the work as well. Not to worry – we make it fun. So if you have some experience with any of the above and would like to be part of our team, in this beautiful region, we have been looking for you! If you are in the area, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

South Carolina

CARETAKER NEEDED at my goat farm. I am looking for a single person or couple to live as the caretaker of a small hobby goat farm in Rock Hill, SC, approximately 40 minutes south of Charlotte, NC. I am offering a home in lieu of a salary. Duties include light groundskeeping, feeding the animals, housecleaning, and some cooking. The work is part-time, 10 to 20 hours a week mostly on the weekends. I request a valid driver’s license and no criminal offenses. Professional references are needed and a background check will be done. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Spain

VOLUNTEER HELP needed. I currently have a small house, with mountain views in traditional Spain, inland from Alicante about three hours by bus through beautiful scenery. It’s near Riopar in Albacete, Castile-La Mancha – a small traditional Spanish mountain village, great for walks, etc. This would be suitable if you like some time and space to yourself as well as being capable of doing some of the house stuff. You would share a bedroom and bathroom with one female helper who has been invited to do general house care, cleaning, shopping, etc. I have very limited mobility but I do drive to and from the shops. You should enjoy cooking, with a special interest in good food and wines. Helpers should have a love and working knowledge of tasty good quality food. If you enjoy wine-tasting it will be a pleasure to enjoy good wines with you. There is usually a lot of music in this house! Have Wi-Fi access. If you’re in Spain, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information. Thanks.

Switzerland

AN EXPERIENCED AND HIGHLY SKILLED Filipino or Portuguese-speaking domestic couple is sought by a return client in Switzerland. This position is to take care of the part-time residence throughout the year. The family are in residence around three months a year, but require a trustworthy and self-sufficient couple to manage the household. One half will be taking care of the cooking with fresh family meals, shopping and running errands. All housekeeping will also be required, no bedrooms cleaning required, just entertainment rooms. The other half will be acting as a handyman and taking care of maintenance. Both will be acting as security also making sure the home is secured. There is a laundress already employed. The couple will need to be dog friendly as the principals have a Labrador and will need to be taken on walks. Accommodation is provided as a large bedroom and own bathroom on a separate floor of the house, there will be use of a kitchen too. Working five days a week with two days off, some weekends will be required especially when the family are in residence. One driver is needed and the couple must speak either Filipino or Portuguese. This position is to commence in August or September. Salary is negotiable from 900+ per week net. Please apply with your resume and references mailed to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

CARETAKER COUPLE needed for our East Texas property. A mature couple or gentleman, non-smokers, are needed to manage and maintain (1) house, (2) apartment, and (3) a commercial building for an absentee owner. Some experience is required in trade skills and lawn care. Compensation is a rent-free furnished apartment, subsidized utilities, and the potential to own the property. This is part-time work for a long-term commitment. The property is located in a small, historic town, near three large lakes and part of an established neighborhood. All the structures are well maintained, situated on a beautifully manicured lawn. Please submit your resume including your contact information to [Contact info available to subscribers] References will be requested and checked.

United Arab Emirates

THIS IS A WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY for a diligent and enthusiastic Executive Head Housekeeper, who has glowing references from previous employers, to relocate and work just a half-hour drive from Dubai. The residence is not occupied full-time but regularly used by the family and very high profile guests. You would be managing a team of approximately 15 household staff to ensure exacting standards are met. You are responsible on a daily basis for the operations of the Palace – reporting to the Palace Manager. The ideal candidate would: have essential proven private house experience; be discreet with the understanding of confidentiality; be aware and proactive in recognizing cultural practices; be available to work flexible hours and prepared to be on call; be adaptable and prepared for all eventualities; have exceptional attention to detail; be hands on cleaning, having the energy to look after every aspect of cleanliness within the property; understand and have thorough knowledge on the care and protection of crystal, silver, china, fabrics, carpets, fine furnishings; have strong organizational experience to prioritize tasks, supervise staff and implement incomparable services and standards across the property; be proactive in ensuring the residence is always prepared for unexpected visits. Accommodations are in a super first-floor, one large bedroom apartment, with bathroom en-suite, nice kitchen, sitting room and additional bathroom. You have a separate entrance and are located in a stunning compound with other apartments which are occupied by Europeans and includes a gym and swimming pool. A car will be provided – if you don’t drive (it is preferable that you do) then a driver will be provided instead. Salary will be 3,100 net per month – no bills except for sharing internet cost in the apartment with one other unit. Medical insurance and 30 days’ leave a year taken after one year of service with ticket in Economy back to your home country. To apply, please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Utah

A house sitting POSITION is available in suburban Salt Lake City from November 20, 2018 until around January 1 2019, while the owners are out of the country. We have a large, five bedroom, fully furnished house with all amenities in an upscale neighborhood, near schools and shopping centers, and close to the I-15. Very light duties are expected and include watering the plants, taking care of the yard and communicating with the owners via email, or by cell phone if any emergencies develop. Dog care will also be required. If interested, please write to [Contact info available to subscribers] Please include references and your past house sitting experience. Thank you.

Vermont

SEEKING CO-MANAGERS for a Holistic Eco-Retreat Center, Organic Farm, and Conscious Community in Vermont. This is a year-round residential position co-managing a stunning, secluded, 120 acre organic homestead and retreat center, with ponds, gardens, trails, woods, fields, and hills. Vegetarian, spiritually oriented community of three to six residents focused on personal growth, meditation, and conscious communication. Requires integrity, self-discipline, clean living, commitment to self-awareness and health – plus skills in business management, digital marketing, homesteading, building maintenance, housekeeping, cooking, retreat hosting, directing interns, and community living. Includes private cabin, food, utilities, internet, $500-$1,000/month starting, plus a long-term opportunity for profit sharing and business co-ownership. Couples welcome. Cannot accommodate children, dogs, pot smoking, debt, or addictions. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

RESIDENT MANAGER(S) NEEDED to run a B & B in Warrenton, VA. Immediate full-time live-in position available for a single person or couple to run this Bed and Breakfast with 10 suites, along with help hosting weddings and events. Only one mile from Old Town Warrenton and 45 minutes from D.C., located on 21 peaceful acres. The ideal applicant should have a background in hospitality, be service oriented with an outgoing personality, have excellent communication skills, live on-site and be on-call to accommodate guests. Must be available on weekends. Salary is commensurate with experience. Compensation package includes weekly salary, tips and bonuses. A spacious, new 1,600 square foot apartment with beautiful views, full kitchen, Jacuzzi, washer/dryer and all utilities provided. Daily responsibilities vary depending on guests and events; include innkeeping, check-ins, food preparation and service, housekeeping, light maintenance and securing facility after hours. Must have your own transportation. Absolutely no pets, smoking, alcohol, or drugs and must have a clean background check. Please send your cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

CAT/house sitter WANTED for about a month in February 2019. Must love cats. Housing available in exchange. Have acreage near Port Townsend, WA. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

SEEKING A LIVE-IN CARETAKER for a lovely, fully furnished, 3,000 sq. ft. home in Port Angeles (close to Olympic National Park). Some of the caretaker’s duties inside this three level craftsman home include the following: General housekeeping: Turnovers between guests/laundry/vacuum/clean kitchen, and bathrooms; Welcoming guests upon arrival and departure; Online bookings, general co-hosting duties; Local concierge/point of contact if needed; Landscaping and general day-to-day maintenance as needed, including lawn mowing, painting, etc. Optional garden planting for Spring 2019. The caretaker’s quarters include a furnished private room with a private entrance, and restroom with shower, laundry, kitchenette, and den. Preferred caretaker attributes: experience with online platforms such as Airbnb, Hipcamp, VRBO, and long-term rentals; can pass a background/credit/drug test if requested; clean and relatively organized lifestyle; current CPR trained; Master Gardener would be most excellent; willingness to learn and take direction; cheerful attitude that goes the extra mile; responsible and drug free = reliable and trustworthy. Sorry, but no pets or unregistered guests allowed. This is a smoke free/drug free home. If you’d like to know more, please include a personalized introduction in your reply (a recent photo and resume will also be helpful). Sorry – we are not on Facebook. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks!

PROPERTY CARETAKER NEEDED (couple preferred) for a private family club on 700 acres of land in the scenic Columbia Gorge in Washington. The club operates on a large piece of land with a limited number of cabins. The caretaker is responsible for making sure the property is in great shape. During the summer, this consists of ensuring the gates, fences, dock and roads are properly functioning and maintained. In the winter, it consists of keeping the roads clear for travel, securing the property from trespassers, checking cabins for winter damage and maintaining clubhouse facilities. Skills needed: + Good interpersonal skills + Ability to operate a variety of equipment, get around the property in boats and on trails, operate power and landscape tools, do basic carpentry and remodeling, lift, move, push and pull in excess of 80 lbs., handle outdoor temperatures and work non-traditional hours, including early mornings, weekends and holidays. + Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, texts) + Ability to work independently with little supervision + Ability to organize and manage time and projects Requirements: + Background check upon offer + Drug screen upon offer This is a full-time job that includes a salary of $30,500, with health insurance available, and housing and all utilities paid. Please email your resume or detailed letter to [Contact info available to subscribers]

West Virginia

[Contact info available to subscribers] is filling two positions immediately in Lesage, WV. Two ideal candidates will have equine experience, share living space (two bedroom, one bathroom) provided on site, work around 20 hours per week feeding horses, providing basic equine care, cleaning stalls, maintaining grounds and your living area. You will receive housing, water paid and a small monthly cash stipend for $150. This is a position is very physically demanding. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

LIGHT DUTY MAINTENANCE VOLUNTEERS needed at Beech Fork Lake in Lavalette, WV. You will need your own RV. Duties will include grass mowing and trimming, painting, landscaping, sign maintenance, trail maintenance, and de-winterizing facilities. Special projects, less routine in nature, may also be available. This position is provided with a laundry room nearby that can be used free of charge. A minimum of 25 hours per week per campsite (not per camper) will be required. We are willing to consider any suggestions you may have concerning work schedules and/or duties. Volunteers camp for free on sites featuring concrete pads; plus water, sewage, and 50 amp electric hookups. Please apply at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wisconsin

CARETAKER WANTED. A couple is preferred. We have a gorgeous setting and idyllic lifestyle in Crawford County. We�re searching for a full-time, live-in caretaker to maintain our horse ranch. The ideal candidate is a non-smoking, non-drinker, self-starter, organized with a strong commitment to quality, neatness, and appearance. Experience with horses is a must. Horse duties include the caring for eight Trail horses, including grooming, feeding, exercising, turn out and care of the tack. A “jack of all trades” with basic skills in carpentry, plumbing, painting, mowing, trimming, cleaning, electrical work and landscaping. Must be willing to work hard while our family is away, and even harder when we are on site. (Approximately 10-14 weekends a year). Cleaning and maintenance of the main house along with preparation for our arrival are also required. Salary, utilities, and residence, (modern kitchen, two bedroom house with an outdoor deck, hunting and fishing on premises, etc.) and a brand new Ford pick-up provided. To apply, please email your resume and references to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include Crawford County Caretaker in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes. Thanks.

Wyoming

FULL-TIME RANCH CARETAKER needed for a cattle and outfitting ranch in Southeast Wyoming. This caretaker opportunity is on a beautiful, centrally located ranch in the southeast corner of Wyoming, 30 miles from Wheatland, WY, just an hour away from Laramie, and under three hours from Denver, CO. A three bedroom farm house and utilities provided. Large garden area available with horse pasture and livestock/crop sharing possibilities. Duties include: maintaining fences, check and feed cattle, oversee the property, seasonal haying and irrigation, and seasonal landscaping – mowing and trimming. Minimal duties during the winter months. The position can be as minimal as the duties listed or can expand into more responsibility with additional income. Must be reliable and physically able to accomplish moderate manual labor. No smoking please. Please send your resume, references and contact info to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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A Professor at Shenandoah University is looking for a caretaker position in or around the area of Winchester, Virginia. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers].

Self-Employed Graphic Designer seeks a house sitting or caretaking opportunity. I enjoy gardening, pets and can swing a hammer. Available 10/1. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers].

Southern Maine – Eliot, Kittery, and York: Professional woman seeks small, rent-free house with yard access in exchange for caretaker/property assistance. Starting October 2018. Duties negotiable and might include: Assist with tenants, gardening, farming, yard work, light snow removal, animal care, house sitting, and painting. Former real estate agent, Property Manager, Landlord, Real Estate Investor, homeowner, 11 years. Bought and renovated fixer uppers, acted as contractor. 30+ years work experience. Currently in Massachusetts. Non-smoking. Excellent health. Nature, writing, music, exercise, animal, art enthusiast. Work with children. One car/cat. Mature, stable, reliable, forthright. Superb references. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers].

Experienced management couple seeking a position September 2019. She has thirty years experience as a teacher, six years office manager, and one year cafe manager. Computer literate, team player. He was landscaping/maintenance manager for many years at RV/mobile home parks plus four years at local hotel. References available. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers].

In Search of a Winter Caretaker Position. I currently manage the Big Sandy Ranch near Pinedale, Wyoming. This is a seasonal position that runs from May 1st to November 1st. The ranch is a private ranch that focuses on providing memorable guest experiences. I would love to find a position during the winter that utilizes my skill sets in property and ranch management as well as livestock and equine care. I am very detail oriented and consider myself a jack-of-all-trades with plumbing, electrical, large equipment, and carpentry experience. I would be happy to answer any questions you may have and provide references. Please feel free to call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Seeking a Live-In, Long-Term Caretaker or Manager position. Mature, honest, caring, down to earth Professional or Professional Couple with over 20 years of experience with Estates, Farms, Ranches and Lodges. I/we have the hands on experience and knowledge to insure your home or asset(s) are maintained, performing and thriving at the levels you expect and deserve. Impeccable resume and references available upon request. Will relocate in the contiguous United States, Alaska, Hawaii or Canada. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

I’m Buster, a mature, responsible, drug-free dog searching for a long-term house sitting situation around Northwest Philadelphia, PA, so I can be as close as possible to the Wissahickon. In exchange, I’ll chase all squirrels that dare to step on your property. My long-time, friendly, human companion will take care of everything else, like housekeeping, gardening, indoor plant care, relocating spiders, and carrying my leash. Please contact her at [Contact info available to subscribers] to discuss details and opportunities. I’ll bring my own beds!

Conservative, Christian husband and wife team, mid-40s, no children looking for a remote property, hunt club, lodge, etc. caretaking position. Husband is a big, strong, strapping guy who would be excellent for security, fence repair, trail maintenance, minor house repairs, deer management, etc. He is an avid fisherman, hunter, and survivalist. Wife is an expert cook and gardener, who can provide housekeeping, meals, and also has 20 years experience with sales, marketing, customer service, accounting, software, and more. Both are friendly, professional, and responsible. Seeking long-term, year round position with housing, and salary if possible. Non-smoking, healthy, no drugs. Many references! Interesting personal backstory that people find inspirational. We are blessed in this life, and would love to utilize our skills and love of the outdoors in a meaningful and prosperous way. Prefer Midwest (especially Michigan) but will consider anywhere in the U.S. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Single over-40 White Male, native-born American, college-educated honorably-discharged U.S. Army Veteran, in need of one bedroom apartment in the Los Angeles area, of which will accept a Veteran’s Section 8, AKA VASH Housing Voucher County of L.A. maximum $1,500 per month rent. Any property owner can accept section 8, despite popular belief! I have no criminal record, never had any alcohol or drug problems, and no tattoos or gang affiliations. I need to live in a decent, civilized area, where English is predominately spoken and where it is quiet and private like a shtetl. Please help, and I certainly do not deserve to live in a bad, noisy, gang-infested area because I am not “one of the chosen”. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mature couple currently finishing a Property Management position in Wellington Florida, caring for a 10 acre horse farm and its animals. Other duties included office and barn management. Looking for a similar situation. Please email us at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Caretaker position wanted. 53-year-old retired firefighter, with an M.S. in education. Currently management/caretaker of Sunset Cottages, in Sylvan Beach, NY. Responsible for daily care and repairs for 24 vacation cottages plus emergency repairs for a large restaurant and surf bar. The business has been sold. Will consider short or long positions. A people person…motivated with a smile! Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Greetings! I am a retired International Flight Attendant. I worked for over 30 years with a major airline. I have lived abroad in Italy and speak basic Italian and French. I am looking for a caretaker position, preferably long-term in Europe. I am people oriented and very extraverted. I love to cook, and I attended school at Le Cordon Bleu and majored in Culinary Arts. I enjoy event planning, catering and entertaining and at one time I owned my own catering company in The Woodlands, Texas called Love at First Bite. I am a passionate gardener and have a Master Gardening Certificate. I am an animal lover. I am a non-smoker and non-partier. I presently live in the US. I am available immediately for a caretaker position. I can be reached by cell phone at [Contact info available to subscribers] I look forward to hearing from you!

Highly experienced couple available for hire. We have been married for 20 years and worked in the property management and caretaking field for 18 years. We have collaborated in a wide range of both professional and personal services. Her experience includes: personal assistant, household organization, staff hiring and supervision, scheduling and timelines, catering and menu planning and also enjoys gardening. His are: general contracting, property maintenance and upkeep, remodeling and construction, vendor management, high end carpentry and finish work, boat captain, vessel maintenance and repair. It is hard to imagine a situation we have not troubleshot. We are indeed a dynamic duo as well as a hardworking, discreet, salt of the earth, sporty couple (who love tennis). We are interested in an intriguing opportunity, living either on or off property, year round or seasonal. In a perfect world, we would like a dual property position, living half a year at each location. We currently reside in southern California and Montana and we are open to new and interesting locations, international as well. Please contact us at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mature Husband and Wife in Omaha, Nebraska looking for a caretaking opportunity in a primarily English Speaking country. Both are former teachers. We love animals. Both are handy with a hammer as well as grounds maintenance and administration. We are non-smokers/non-drinkers. We want to live somewhere beautiful and help make life easier for anyone involved. We have lived overseas, and would relish another overseas opportunity as property caretakers. Excellent references available. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Certified Home Health Aide/Licensed Certified Nursing Assistant seeks a live-in job to take care of the elderly. Can be recommended. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

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I’m a long time subscriber of The Caretaker Gazette with years of wilderness, off-grid living experience and I’ve had lots of time to come up with some pretty impressive inventive ideas! I would love to share some of my ideas with an investor looking for something original, unique and useful to manufacture and market. I am seeking an investor that would be willing to discuss license agreements or royalties. If you’re a serious investor looking for some fresh new ideas and willing to sign non-disclosure agreements, let’s talk! Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

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