The Caretaker Gazette November / December 2020

Alabama

house sitter/GARDENER needed in Helena, a suburb of Birmingham, now through December 31, 2020. 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. Last year, we received many house sitter responses from our 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]

Alaska

CARETAKER POSITION AVAILABLE at a fly in wilderness lodge that borders the Alaska Peninsula Wildlife Refuge. The caretaker position is from October 15, 2020 to May, 2021. The lodge is on an ice free river, so Trout and Char fishing can be done all winter, along with trapping and skiing. We are off the grid. We provide: a heated caretaker cabin, food, fuel, internet and salary. Please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] for pictures and more info. Must be self-sufficient, healthy and handy with small engines. Pets are welcome. Please send your references and work related skills and experience to [Contact info available to subscribers]

WINTER CARETAKER NEEDED for a remote sport-fishing Lodge in the Wood-Tikchik region of Southwestern Alaska. Qualifications: -Hardworking, self-sufficient, positive attitude -Safety minded and responsible -Physically fit without underlying health issues -Mechanical experience with small engines, snow machines, outboard motors, chain saws, etc. -Snow machine and boating experience -Chain saw / wood-splitting experience -Prior off-the-grid/ remote living experience preferred -Drug free Needed now through May 2021. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] for a complete job description and compensation info.

A REMOTE ISLAND needs a caretaker near Kodiak, AK. An old cannery needs a caretaker to hangout and keep the vandals away. It’s a good place to wait out the Covid pandemic. Applicants must be in good physical health and condition. The hunting and fishing are amazing (Halibut, Salmon and deer are plentiful here) and this is the only private property on the island. Must be mechanically inclined, chainsaw savvy, familiar with generators and small engines. Pay is room and board only. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

house sitter NEEDED for the winter! A house sitting couple or single needed for our 2,000 sq. ft. mountain home in Fairbanks North Star Borough. Beautiful views, wildlife, privacy and quiet. Dog lovers a must for our three dogs. We go south from mid-December through early April. Need caring folks experienced with home ownership/care, indoor plants, hot tub maintenance, and heating with wood stoves and plowing the driveway. We have a lovely home with a large master bedroom, and a huge kitchen. House and all utilities paid in exchange for watching over our home and taking care of our dogs. References and background check required. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Arizona

WANTED: Caretaker for a small creative ranch outside of Tucson, AZ. Work exchange for room/board. The individual must love animals, be a peaceful person with no drama, non-smoker, and have lite construction/ handyman experience. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

RANCH/FARM HAND/PROPERTY manager needed in Southern Arizona. A beautiful ranch home with horses, cattle, sheep, chickens and dogs is in need of a willing hand. The job entails feeding, cleaning up after and maintaining the animals. Also will require some property management, equipment maintenance skills and lots of projects. Salary depends on experience. This is full-time 40 hours spread over five to six days/week. Must be flexible on changing a weekly schedule and work well independently. A private two bedroom residence will be provided. Please send information on your skill set and experience. You can bring your own horse or ride mine. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

SOUTHERN ARIZONA TOWN within the Coronado National Forest is seeking a mature individual for full time caretaking. The property is open four days/week for history, camping and fishing. 12 miles to nearest town. Lodging provided with water, solar, and internet. Please reply to [Contact info available to subscribers] References will be needed.

LOOKING FOR A CARETAKER, handyman (person), gardener, resourceful, creative person for a private healing retreat sanctuary in Sedona/Oak Creek Canyon, AZ. Work exchange for living in a cozy, small trailer with outdoor covered patio, garden, hammock area, yoga platform, and a fire pit/outdoor table area. Must be reliable, have your own vehicle and cell phone. Looking for a nature lover, someone who is healthy, kind to themselves, our guests and animals, self-responsible, peaceful lifestyle and with an aware Presence. Work exchange for “Caretaker’s Cubby”, and additional hours will be paid. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Letters to the Editor

Hello, I have a new mailing address thanks to you. I received my very first issue of the Gazette, responded to one of your ads, and here I am – caretaking a property in Arizona. I don’t want to miss a single issue of your fine publication. And, thank you for making this position available through the Gazette! Charles R. J, Tucson, AZ

Charlie, glad to hear that you found a position so quickly! It sounds like a good place to be. If you have time, please keep us updated and let us know about your new life there. Sometimes it takes new subscribers a few issues before they find a position that suits them.

Hi Gary, we wanted you to know that we were very surprised at the great responses we received to our Situations-Wanted ad in the Gazette! We received such great emails and talked to such wonderful people and now we’ve chosen to accept a very nice position in Montana. Honestly, we couldn’t ask for a better situation. Thank you, Helene and Mark S., Denver, CO

Hi Helene and Mark, congratulations on the new position – glad to hear of it! It sounds like you’ve made some great contacts with our property owners. Over the years, our Situations-Wanted ads have helped hundreds of prospective caretakers and house sitters find positions. Good luck and enjoy Montana.

Dear Gary, we had the opportunity to have an interview with one of The Caretaker Gazette landowner advertisers last year. We received a generous offer but in the end decided not to take the position because of family obligations. We are back and ready to pursue a caretaking position again this year. In our experience, your tagline, # 1 Source for Caretaking Opportunities” is true! Hank P., Bellingham, WA

Dear Hank, thanks for your kind words about the Gazette, and we wish you the best on your next caretaker interview. We hope your family situation is better and you can again take advantage of our caretaker ads.

Greetings Gary and Staff! I have received at least one dozen replies to date in response to my Help Wanted ad that ran in your Gazette. The property is remote and off-grid so the caretaker position wouldn’t suit everyone but these applicants that came through your publication look very good! In the past we’ve had a hard time finding someone to come up here but you and the Gazette have just solved that problem. Thank you from all of us. Sandra B., Montecito, CA

Sandra, thank you for taking the time to write to us. We have some excellent, well-qualified subscribers who can bring their experience to help you with your beautiful property. I’m glad you’ve had such a good response to your Gazette ad.

Hi Gary, as you’ll notice our address has changed. We are now full-time property caretakers thanks to the Situations-Wanted ad we ran in your publication. We want to thank you for all you continue to do for those of us who have chosen the caretaker lifestyle. Keep up the good work! Also, if we can, we’d like to tell your subscribers who are still looking for a rewarding career as a caretaker to keep looking and the right opportunity with the right people in the right place is out there. You are still the best resource in the caretaking field! Best wishes to you and your family. Ronald and Melanie L., Putney, VT

Hi Ron and Melanie, thanks for updating your contact information and congratulations on your new caretaking position. For privacy reasons, not all property owners run Help Wanted ads in the Gazette but choose to find caretakers/house sitters via our Situations Wanted ads. All of us here appreciate your kind words and your advice and encouragement to our subscribers. Best of luck to you!

Arkansas

[Contact info available to subscribers] Host needed in Clarksville, AR. [Contact info available to subscribers] is situated along the Mulberry River and the picturesque Scenic Byway 215. Recreation opportunities include, but are not limited to, canoeing, hiking, fishing, swimming and more. Highbank Canoe Launch and OHT trailhead are nearby. Must have your own RV. Responsibilities may include: providing friendly service and recreational information to campers, hikers, anglers, boaters, and day-use visitors. Take recreational data by walking the camping, picnic, and recreational area twice a day; some litter pick-up when needed, provide on-site information to the general public Thursday through Monday and most holidays. Clean the restrooms and shower area on a daily basis. You must explain the campground regulations and the reasons for them. Hosts are provided with a camping space, including full hook-ups, for their RV. Please apply at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Australia

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for individuals or a couple to stay with us and look after the property in New South Wales between Sydney and Melbourne and two hours from Canberra. More details of property can be found at [Contact info available to subscribers] Work is varied from looking after the grounds, animals, guests and housekeeping. We have caretakers on the property but need someone as additional support and back-up during their leave and days off. We are happy to discuss your situation and requirements. The start date ideally is ASAP but we can wait for the right candidate until before November. It is required to have your own caravan but we will provide power and water. If interested, please email me your resume at [Contact info available to subscribers]

HELP WANTED. My husband and I operate a tourist attraction, retail shop and cafe on Kangaroo Island. We are looking for a couple who is looking to enjoy Kangaroo Island. We are wanting someone who lives locally to help with our grounds man and cleaning jobs for about one hour each morning in exchange for power, water and laundry facilities. Depending on skills there may also be some paid work. We have plenty that needs doing in many areas. We will provide an area for you live that will be next to a laundry, toilet and shower block. There is also a renovated bus you are welcome to use for extra room. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] your experience, skills, local references, and details along with the time/dates you are interested in staying with your phone number and we will contact suitable persons by phone.

A TOWNSVILLE DISTRICT SMALL FARM, in northeastern Queensland, is offering a powered site with town water for a single person or couple with their own caravan or motorhome in exchange for a few hours help per week with watering, gardening, mowing, and occasionally feeding chooks and sheep etc. This is a great place to be based to explore the Townsville region, close to amenities, and 10 minutes from a shopping center. Dump point and en-suite toilet on site. Prefer that you stay for two weeks minimum. If you’re in the area, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

CARETAKER POSITION AVAILABLE, either short or long-term, on a cattle station near Wiluna, a small town in Western Australia. You will need to look after the homestead and gardens, and check the water points on our property situated on the edge of the western desert at the gateway to the Canning Stock Route and Gunbarrel Highway. Can be a couple or single person. Pay is negotiable. Accommodation including power, and water included. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

HELP WANTED in tropical North Queensland at [Contact info available to subscribers]. We are a lovely little quiet campground situated near Cooktown, access is bitumen all the way. Looking for a positive, happy, easy going couple with their own motorhome to join our team. Probably required for about four to six weeks. Free powered RV site provided in exchange for light duties, cleaning bathrooms and gardening. We are pet friendly. We have a licensed restaurant that runs only two nights per week (Thursday and Friday). Which is a favorite with locals. Lots of great fishing spots and easy access to Cape Tribulation if you have a 4WD. We are a family run business, and have a caring loving atmosphere. If this sounds like your cup of tea, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

THE [Contact info available to subscribers] requires a caretaker couple with their own RV to assist our other couple to open and run our museum. You must be honest, friendly and outgoing. Duties will include: welcoming visitors, operate the museum, some cleaning, gardening and some maintenance. We operate on a three days on and three days off roster (subject to change). Free caravan site, power, water and small wage included. Need to start in mid-October. For further information please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A HANDS-ON COUPLE to join our team for an immediate start. If you are a friendly, polite and a proactive team with experience in motel management, this job may be for you. [Contact info available to subscribers] is located in NSW on the beautiful Mid North Coast, settled within a working cattle property in a semi-rural area. We are one hour inland from Port Macquarie. Accommodation is provided on site in a respectable house with electricity, landline phone and limited internet access. Although applicants will have full hookup for power, water etc. in their van if they choose. Duties will include: reception/office/cleaning/bar and maintaining a high level of service to our customers and communicating issues to the owners. Experience with marketing, cleaning or building/maintenance a plus. We require a police check, and a first aid certificate is preferable. Mount Seaview is a dynamic environment that has a constantly changing flow of people and every day is slightly unique so your work will be tailored to what is needed. For more information please phone [Contact info available to subscribers].

POSITION AVAILABLE for a local caretaker couple interested in gardening and cattle. The property is located in the Gloucester District of New South Wales. For further information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

I’M LOOKING FOR A COUPLE or a single person/people to park their RV up on my five acre property in Mount Helena. I’m needing a hand to get my property in order and possibly would like another shed built. So looking for very handy people to reply if possible. I’m thinking 10 hours per week negotiable help for free power and RV plot. We have a beautiful bush block with plenty of trees to park under for shade and privacy. We are a very easy going flexible happy family looking for similar folk. Please email [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]

LONG-TERM VOLUNTEER CARETAKER AND PETSITTER needed on a four acre small Caribbean Island in Belize. It is possible to earn your living by renting out one cabin via Airbnb! Currently there are restrictions for entering the country. Please get updates on [Contact info available to subscribers] or personal inquiry! We need a couple in good mental and physical condition, who feels confident living alone with a pig at our remote island in very simple environment ASAP. Frugal dealing with resources is required. Electricity comes from our solar system and drinking and using water from rain water harvest. Your job would be: being present at the island 24/7 and looking after and feeding Piggy, a free living, dominant and not castrated male pig, maintaining and controlling the water and solar system, cleaning the beaches and trails, moving some sea weed, watering the plants and other small maintenance jobs. Accommodation is a little wooden beach hut with a comfortable queen sized bed, kitchen corner with two burner gas stoves, and basic equipment. There is no boat on the island. All supplies you need, you have to bring when you come in a hired motorboat from the mainland. There is no delivery service! Depending on the weather, there might be some sandflies. The shower is outside, along with a compost toilet. We have perfect conditions for snorkeling and fishing in shallow waters around the island. Weak Internet and cellphone service are available on the island! Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Belgium

HELP NEEDED. My son and I live in a house in the countryside in Tervuren, very close to Leuven and Brussels yet in a green and still surrounding. Whenever possible, we take our bicycle as we live at the crossroad of cycling routes. There are a lot of things to see and do in beautiful Belgium. Be it culture, architecture, nature, everything is close by! I will be happy to show you around and play the tourist guide. Additionally, I will cook and serve food (breakfast, lunch, dinner). You (and your companion) will stay over in a room with a sink but you will always be able to take a shower and spend some time in an infra-red sauna! In return, I would like to receive some help with my garden (which at the moment is looking like a jungle) and with other various outsideand insidetasks, such as: cleaning and painting the frontage, drilling and sawing, repairing furniture, building and placing mosquito nets. We speak French, Dutch and English and understand German, Italian and Spanish. If you’re in the area, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] Looking forward to seeing you!

Bermuda

LIVE-IN SENIOR HOUSEKEEPER position available. Our client, a young family who own a private island in Bermuda – a beautiful 22 acre estate with two primary households, an additional apartment, and several secondary buildings – is seeking to employ a Live-in Senior Housekeeper to maintain these properties. Please note that you will also be required to assist the Housekeeping team with cooking at weekends when the Chef is off duty so you must be competent in the kitchen. Duties required will be to: activate experience to lead the housekeeping team; train a team of less experienced housekeepers to own high standards of skill and professionalism, and introduce relevant systems as required to achieve smooth running in all areas; collaborate with general manager/secretary in office on rotation and staffing to provide appropriate housekeeping cover for households. This role would suit a team player interested in a hands-on housekeeping role with experience of managing and training others. Teaching by example, you would work alongside the Housekeepers and in collaboration with other household staff including a Private Chef, Butlers, Nannies and Gardeners, to attain the highest standards. Non-smoker only. The role includes: maintenance of interior of all properties; linens, laundry and wardrobe management including fine fabrics; creation of inventories and management of supplies; preparation of simple family meals on weekends (i.e. the chef’s day off); pet care, boxer dogs; and flower arranging would be helpful. Working days are five days per week (days may vary). Salary will be circa US$60,000, with annual return airfare home, Group Health Insurance, Bermuda Government Pension, a private Pension plan which the employer matches up to 5%, and four weeks’ annual paid leave. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

CARETAKER/MANAGER. ARE YOU READY TO LIVE on a lake within the next 30 days? You must be a couple for this caretaker position: Retired preferred. Benefits include lodging, utilities, Wi-Fi, and a negotiable salary. Must have your own outside income (social security, pension, dividends, etc.). You will live year round on one of the most beautiful pieces of property in Lake County with 500 feet of lakefront on Clear Lake, California’s largest natural lake, 19 miles long. Please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] for photos and more information. This is one of the best bass fishing lakes on the West Coast! Located 2½ hours north of San Francisco. You will manage and care for a four-unit estate on five acres that normally is busy less than ten weeks a year, but due to Covid-19 has been the busiest in 50 years as people are trying to get away for a few days. Only 17 minutes to the town of Clearlake but far enough away to give you the most peaceful and quiet setting. Nonsmokers, no alcohol, cat or small dog is okay. Must have good handyman, landscaping skills and good credit scores. If you are the type that likes to keep busy each day and especially on your own time schedule, do not pass up the opportunity to check this fabulous property out. Housing and salary to be discussed depending on your skills and your qualifications. If you would like to live on five private acres without major expenses, this is the place. Single individuals need not apply. Interviews will be conducted on the property. Please send your resume, listing all of your handyman and landscaping skills, outside income explanation, and current references with addresses and telephone numbers to [Contact info available to subscribers]

house sitter NEEDED for my three bedroom/two bathroom Napa home from the beginning of November through the end of December, while I’ll be out of the country. I have four cats which also will need to be taken care of, so I am really searching for a cat/house sitter. You will need to reside in my home and take care of my cats here. 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]

EXPERIENCED CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED for part-time work on a small ranch in Paso Robles, CA. We are seeking a stable, experienced couple who are interested in a part-time caretaker position in exchange for housing on-site (a one bedroom barn apartment) and access to the use of our ranch property. The property is 20+ acres, fully fenced and cross-fenced, in rural East Paso Robles, yet only five minutes into the town of El Paso de Robles. Our neighbors are all vineyards and it is a very peaceful place to be with amazing vineyard views. There is a main house on the property which is being used as a seasonal vacation rental. The work around the main house involves mainly landscaping and grounds maintenance, light exterior home maintenance (blowing leaves, sweeping, straightening outdoor furniture) between guests, fence maintenance, and irrigation maintenance (winterization). Specialty tasks like after guest cleaning and pool maintenance are handled by a professional cleaning and pool service. Ranch experience desired: irrigation tractor maintenance (John Deere), Landscape: weed abatement/whacking, tree pruning and care, seasonal fruit picking, fire break maintenance, rodent abatement (mainly ground squirrels), barn/fence maintenance, dirt road maintenance (patch holes). Must be familiar with the care of chickens, collecting eggs, feed and care. Assistance with other ranch duties as time allows. Wood work, light carpentry opportunity for paid work may arise depending on your skillset. In exchange for your part-time work, the position includes on-site housing in a one bedroom barn apartment, with utilities included: water, electricity, Internet access, and access to use of the land with the owner’s permission (grazing animals, growing some vegetable crops, etc.). Must live on-site, and you can bring your livestock and pets with permission. There will be a background and references check. To inquire, please email an introductory message and resume highlighting the past caretaker experience(s) you have had to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SEEKING A CARETAKER COUPLE to live in a mobile home on acreage in rural Northern California. Duties include property maintenance, ranch duties, household duties, and caregiving for my disabled husband. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

RV SPOT AVAILABLE at [Contact info available to subscribers] in Campo, CA in exchange for work on the farm. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Canada

WINTER CARETAKERS NEEDED at Glendale Cove, BC. We are seeking a seasonal caretaker couple to look after [Contact info available to subscribers], which is a privately-owned floating resort in Glendale Cove, Knight Inlet, British Columbia. The work months run from early October 2020 until the end of April 2021, although date flexibility may be required (start and finish dates). Our caretaker position is unique in that the winter months offer a high level of solitude and seclusion while working in a remote environment with minimal interaction. The Lodge is accessible by float plane and boat only. The caretaker couple should have a genuine desire to work together and be able to demonstrate having done so successfully in previous positions. Candidates should have a proven ability to work in a remote setting for an extended period of time. Experience in equipment, mechanical systems with the ability to monitor off-grid equipment including power, septic, fuel and electrical systems. Basic knowledge of technology including computers, cell phones, Wi-Fi, Internet research, and record keeping. Be physically fit with the ability to perform work in an outdoor environment with an ability to lift 30 to 50 pounds. It is a requirement to have a BC Boaters’ License and have experience operating small marine vessels in variable ocean conditions. Ideally, applicants will be local and familiar with the area. Friendly, good communication skills, organized, responsible, solid work ethic, self-motivated. Neat and clean appearance, and drug-free. Must be legally able to work in Canada and be prepared to sign a confidentiality agreement. Salary will be $2,400 per month (total, $1,200/each) for a couple. A discretionary performance bonus eligibility is also possible. Accommodation and meals are also included. There is satellite internet access, and there is a satellite phone for emergencies. We supply transportation by float plane from Campbell River to the Lodge in the fall and back to Campbell River in the spring. Unfortunately, pets cannot be accommodated. To apply, please email your resume to Phil at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Caribbean

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

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for new colleagues who are EU passport holders for the coming busy season. The hostel is located in The Keys a little village in the area called Sucker Garden, in St. Maarten, Dutch West Indies. Located right across the salt pond we are just a two mile distance from Philipsburg. If you have some background in hostel management / operations and be willing to get involved in all aspects of running the hostel then do get in touch. You need to be smart, fun, love to BBQ, love music and create a great experience for our guests. You will cover all duties, such as: bookings management, check-in and check-out; website/social media updates; cleaning, laundry management; preparing breakfast; cooking/bartending (happy hour, BBQ events); managing and buying stock; ensuring when guests post their feedback they mention that both the hostel and you are awesome; managing day-to-day maintenance and contacting specialists for maintenance when you need to; and providing guidance to recruited volunteers for our Eco-projects. This opportunity would better suit someone looking for a longer term stay in one location/hostel for at least four months. You must be an EU passport holder. You must speak English fluently and your writing skills are up to par. If you speak other languages then that’s a plus. A driver’s license is a must. You will live on location (compensation included) take care of guests and the property (technical duties) and help make the hostel a success from A-Z. With all of this we also hope you will have lots of fun and enjoy living in paradise called St. Maarten/St. Martin. Besides the above mentioned we aim to develop alternative means of income for the hostel such as: beach pick-nicks, boating, pub/cafe crawls, bike rentals, drink/food selling, and any funky ideas you have. In return you will get a place called home on St. Maarten for the busy season, more hostel management experience, meeting lots of people from all walks of life, food (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and (non-alcoholic) beverages, transportation, a percentage of the monthly net turn over, international covered insurance, and travel costs to and from St. Maarten, DWI. We really need someone who is able to make this hostel “theirs” and develop it into their little space in paradise allowing others to sleep there and having the best time in life! Please send in your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

BARN MANAGER/HOUSEKEEPING/RANCH HAND (combined position) needed. We are currently a private guest ranch for friends and family, looking for a qualified individual to work and live at the ranch full-time. The ranch is located in Rand, Colorado. The individual we are looking for will need to wear many hats throughout the year as acting Barn Manager, being responsible for Guest Services and assisting the Ranch Manager with various tasks consistent with those of a Ranch Hand. The ideal candidate should possess good communication and interpersonal skills, exemplary attention to detail, and have a strong work ethic with the ability to work both autonomously and as a team, alongside the Ranch Manager and other ranch employees and associates. This position reports to the Ranch Manager. As Barn Manager, the candidate will need to possess extensive equine experience as he/she will be responsible for herd and barn management (cleaning of stalls/pens/runs, maintaining equine equipment and facilities, working with horses, knowledge of equine wellness and overall care, leading trail rides for guests, etc.). Guest Services responsibilities will consist of greeting visitors upon arrival, cleaning interior and exterior of cabins/lodge/owner home, hot tub maintenance, seasonal projects, assisting guests as needed, etc. The candidate will also need to have an experienced skillset for Ranch Hand tasks and responsibilities and willing to take direction from the Ranch Manager regarding these tasks (fixing fence, general maintenance, clearing trails, running equipment/tractors, skid loader, etc.). Winter months are spent removing snow, general ranch maintenance, etc. Summer months are spent haying, cleaning barns, landscaping and irrigation projects, deep cleaning of cabins/structures, etc. Longer summer hours are also necessary during hay season. Some weekends, year-round, require guest services for snowmobile rides, horseback rides, cookouts, etc. We are looking for an individual who is up for the challenges of this combined position, is trustworthy, takes great pride in their work and will be a good steward of the land. Salary will be competitive. There is a lot to care for and equally as much to enjoy! To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] (note, that’s a zero before @)

CARETAKER AND DOG-SITTER NEEDED in the Colorado Mountains, near Keystone. This is a long-term opportunity for an active, dependable animal and nature lover. Could be an individual or couple with an outside income. Share our 10-acre ranch home, with walking distance to the wilderness all around us (please be aware that we are at 9,000+ feet above sea level here). A separate studio apartment will be exchanged for house sitting and being a helping hand with several of our beloved dogs when we are away. For more information, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER/CONCIERGE COUPLE needed for a High End Guest/Working Ranch near Steamboat Springs, Colorado. The couple will be responsible for grounds and building maintenance, housekeeping, kitchen and provisioning assistance and concierge service. A background in high-end mountain guest ranch hospitality is preferred, with snowmobile, winter sports, fishing and shooting experience helpful. Must be dedicated, honest and flexible with an eye for detail. Must be able to work with minimal supervision while meeting the needs of the ranch owners, managers, and guests with a positive and fun attitude. This is a long-term position that is full-time for both people from approximately May 1st until October 15th each year. Full-time for the man and part-time duties for the woman during the winter. Competitive salary/benefits and year-around housing available for the right couple. Please send a joint cover letter, separate resumes and photos to [Contact info available to subscribers] and reference job # BGH.

FULL-TIME CARETAKER/RANCH MANAGER needed. A private ranch is looking for a full-time, year-round caretaker/ranch manager in rural Colorado on 300 acres near Gunnison. The property has three dwellings, a large workshop and barn, with two irrigated pastures. Need a caretaker with a combination of general mechanic, construction, and agricultural experience. Backhoe, tractor, and vehicle operation/maintenance required. Work requires road, pond, and river maintenance as well as pasture work with a large irrigation system. General household maintenance, repair and cleaning required. No livestock currently, but could be added in the future. Looking for someone who is a self-starter with the initiative and ability to research problems for a solution. The benefits package will include full-time housing available on the ranch, and a salary based on experience. References required. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Connecticut

CARETAKING COUPLE with excellent skills needed for our country home, a beautiful six bedroom 1790 colonial on 26 acres. We live in New York City part-time and Sharon, CT on the weekends. This beautiful area is rich in opportunities for sports and recreation. One-bedroom apartment with separate outdoor entrance. Basic maintenance chores in exchange for the apartment with cable TV, Wi-Fi, and all utilities. Required skills: gardening, landscape and house maintenance. Additional compensation for skilled work: carpentry, building projects, equipment repair and hospitality. Candidates must have excellent references, be non-smokers in good health and debt free. Available now. Please send responses and resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

LIVE-IN PROPERTY CARETAKER NEEDED in Greenwich, CT. Looking for an experienced hands-on caretaker to oversee a large 30+ acre property in Greenwich with a boathouse on the lake. A caretaker’s three bedroom cottage can be provided (which if needed can accommodate a wife and child). Must have experience working on a large size property. Duties include: daily upkeep and maintenance of both residences, grounds, snow removal, mowing lawn, cutting hedges, maintaining vegetable garden, water plants and flowers, maintain pool and tennis court, light repairs, work with assistant, supervise vendors and contractors and be responsible for several vehicles: cleaning, inspection and registration. This is a year round position with salary to $75,000. Please email a detailed resume, with all reference names and contact info, any letters of reference you may have, and include a recent photo to [Contact info available to subscribers]

England

LIVE-IN OR OUT DOMESTIC COUPLE needed in London, with travel. Our client – an American family who reside in a six bedroom home in Kensington – wish to employ a professional domestic couple (Chef/Housekeeper/Maintenance/Management) with proven longevity to work in their London home and travel ahead to their other properties including the USA (Hamptons), Mallorca, and France in the school holidays. The children, aged 14 and 12, attend the American School so their holidays overseas match their schedule (i.e. including Thanksgiving). There is a Housekeeper in the London residence who will be staying on, so the focus of this role is to ensure the overall standards are being kept, which will involve some hands-on housekeeping but also maintenance, and cooking. Their choice of cuisine is healthy, nutritious, (Ottolenghi style), low carb – the family eat together and you will be responsible for planning an innovative menu on a weekly basis, presenting to the Principal for approval/changes, ordering the food, and generally taking stock of the kitchen. When the family are due to travel, you will be asked to go ahead to make sure their residence is in order and resolve any issues prior to their arrival. (They do have local part-time staff who look after the homes when there, so you won’t necessarily stay for the duration of the family holiday). It is essential that you have a Passport which allows you to travel easily without any visa issues; proven longevity in previous domestic couple roles of a similar ilk; and glowing references to support your resume. The role in London can be live-in or live-out. If live-in, they will rent a one bedroom apartment nearby to their Kensington residence. Other staff include a Housekeeper, Gardener, two Chauffeurs, and Security. Days of work: Monday to Friday (flexibility required when travelling, although you will only work five days per week). Hours of work: 8.00am – 8.00pm with breaks and down time during the day. Salary will depend on your experience to date and most recent salary (circa £70,000 – £85,000). To apply, please email your resume and salary expectations to [Contact info available to subscribers] in the Subject Line.

FULL TIME LIVE-IN ESTATE MANAGER needed in Surrey. This is a lovely position for an experienced and capable Estate Manager to join the staff on a 100 acre estate overlooking the beautiful South Downs. Your duties will include gardening, estate management, general maintenance as well as being responsible for security and staff. When restrictions are lifted on socializing there will also be a requirement to provide service at the occasional gathering. You should be knowledgeable with cars as there is an extensive range of vehicles to take care of, this will include daily upkeep as well as cleaning. The position comes with a lovely three bedroom bungalow on the estate, and partners and small pets would be welcomed. This is a Monday-Friday role though you should be prepared to offer assistance on the very occasional weekend. Experience of woodlands and garden maintenance is a must along with ability to use all associated machinery. An up-to-date DBS, full clean driving license and recent references required. Start date will be in October 2020. Excellent salary available. Please apply by mailing your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Florida

house sitter NEEDED from around November 15 to January 1, 2021 (I’m flexible with the dates). Free housing available in a lovely three bedroom/two bath house in west, central Florida. This is an ideal place for artists, musicians and writers. Fishing and attractions are nearby. You will be responsible for taking care of my two small dogs. The house sitter will need to pay for the utilities, which are about $250/month depending on how much air-conditioning you use. To apply and for more details, please email caretakergazette@gmail.com and include “Florida house sitting” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes.

LIVE-IN NEEDED AT TERRAVERDE COUNTRY CLUB in Fort Myers, FL. An 80-year-old woman needs three meals, monitoring meds, assistance onto her scooter from the walker, and taken to the clubhouse from 1:15pm – 5pm daily. Return for TV then dinner and tea. Afterwards in room for the evening. Lois gets showered every three days. You get free room and board, groceries delivered, Wi-Fi plus $100.00 weekly. Keep a tidy house, laundry, speaking English is preferred. Three months; if agreeable then a year’s commitment. Owner stays in the 3rd bedroom intermittently. Off time 1:30pm-4:30pm/7pm-10pm, paid leave when owners are on site. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] immediately. Pool hot tub sauna gym adhere to club rules. Drug, alcohol and Covid free.

LIVE-IN CARETAKER NEEDED for an elderly lady in the Biscayne Park/Miami Shores area. Will provide room and board plus a salary to care for a single elderly lady who is recovering from a stroke. The room is in a two bedroom/one bath home with laundry. Her care will require cooking, bathing, and full care. The owner also has a cat and a dog. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

RV SITE ON PRIVATE PROPERTY on the East Coast of Florida (30 minutes south of Daytona). Free site, water and garbage, and up to $150 in electricity, in exchange for handyman, woman or couple working 20 hours per week on the property. Full hookup, 50 amp, provided. Some animal care involved. Feeding ducks and fish. There is a bumpy road coming in, but it is passable. RV’s up to 38 feet have been here. No drugs allowed. If interested, please send a note and references to email [Contact info available to subscribers] Background checks will be done.

Georgia

FULL-TIME HORSE FARM CARETAKER NEEDED near Athens, Georgia. Caretaker needed for a three horse farm in Statham, GA. This is a non-smoking facility. Must have a clean background. Must have horse knowledge and a calm and kind nature. House provided for the caretaker. Salary is commensurate with experience. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hawaii

LOOKING FOR A LIVE-IN CARETAKER in Haiku, on the island of Maui. Will provide a furnished room for work trade. This would be part-time help in exchange for the furnished room, all utilities, covered parking, and Wi-Fi. Need somebody right away. Bonus paid immediately. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

I NEED A HOUSEKEEPER/ANIMAL CARE/customer service person. Also need a groundskeeper/animal care/customer service person. Applicants need to make a minimum of a three month commitment here. Want to live at the beach on Maui? And ready to get warm? We have the best location, right at the coolest beach, and within walking distance to everything…seriously great. Come visit and learn about the animals. We are your stepping stone to Hawaiian living. The hours are six days per week from 6:30am to around 11:30am or when the job is done. Some days are longer, some shorter. We are usually 98% booked, but to be honest, it might be slow now due to the pandemic. We are an animal refuge vacation rental, so you must have great customer service, and a true love of animals. You`ll be hands on here. If this sounds like you, please submit the following info: a national police background check, copy of your passport and/or driver’s license, and references both from work and living. We hope to hear from you via email at [Contact info available to subscribers] Aloha!

Iceland

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED from December 14 to December 23, 2020 in Reykjavík. During this camp project, participants can share their love for (and learn more about) global and local environmental issues, as well as photography. If you are interested in topics such as climate change, waste management, animal protection, sustainable solutions and other environmental topics, and you also love taking photographs or want to learn/develop your photography skills, then this project is for you! While developing artistic and technical photography skills, you will also be focusing on a few environmental and sustainability issues through non-formal activities such as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits facilitated by [Contact info available to subscribers]. One of our aims is to help create more environmentally aware consumers and travelers! We will also visit local projects on environment and conservation, these may include hands-on activities or guided visits. Some examples include coastal and outdoors cleaning actions, a waste collection center, a visit to a geothermal power plant, a museum or exhibition or a community dinner. You will also have time to put the theory into practice, and walk around and visually explore the city. At the end of the camp, the best photographs from each participant are selected for an online exhibition on [Contact info available to subscribers] social media. Participants should bring their own digital cameras, lenses, tripods and laptops if possible. In this project [Contact info available to subscribers] will organize a night photography and Aurora hunting (Northern Lights) workshop to the countryside in the close vicinity of Reykjavík. This will take place during late evening and possibly into the night. Volunteers will join the festive atmosphere during some days by handing out hot chocolate in the city center as a way of fundraising for non-for-profit projects of the Icelandic Red Cross. We will help in the preparation by putting up the chocolate stations, decorating the tables, making the chocolate and taking it to the different stations around the city. At the end, we will assist in taking down the stations and leaving the areas clean. [Contact info available to subscribers] participants will stay in a house in Reykjavík. The facilities are basic with showers, washing machine, kitchen and everyone is expected to show consideration for their companions. Participants will sleep in shared/dormitory rooms in a sleeping bag accommodation. Please bring your own sleeping bag. Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of the cooking and cleaning. Please note the food [Contact info available to subscribers] provides will be vegetarian. For more info please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Idaho

SEEKING AN EXPERIENCED, TRUSTWORTHY, RELIABLE live-in property caretaker at Palisades, Idaho, approximately 10 miles north of Alpine, Wyoming, starting November 1. A two bedroom apartment housing will be provided in lieu of compensation. Tenant pays partial utilities (no sublease, no smoking or pets). An applicable person could still maintain an outside full-time job. Some of the duties to include: weekly security and maintenance checks on the main house, overseeing property maintenance and upkeep. Handyman know-how a necessity. Must be self-motivated and conscientious. Please submit resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Italy

LIVE-IN FULL-TIME HANDS-ON TEAM sought by a private English family in Tuscany. Responsibilities will be to maintain a small historic estate near Siena, used only privately, with formal gardens and surrounding parkland. Day-to-day responsibilities include housekeeping and laundry (no cooking), and, externally, garden and vehicle maintenance, airport runs and the care of dogs. The team must be able to manage a small staff and work with external contractors. Separate and private furnished two-bedroom house with garden, car and utilities (except phone) provided. Must have clean driving licenses. Ability to speak Italian and experience in similar roles preferred but not essential. Initial interviews by Zoom, then in London, subject to Covid-19. Please mail your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Michigan

PROPERTY CARETAKER NEEDED ONSITE in exchange for rent. Looking for an older skilled single caretaker (possibly a couple) to live onsite and care for a small estate on Spring Lake, MI. The caretaker candidate would have access to a private small one bedroom/one bathroom cottage at no cost in exchange for ongoing care of the property following items: general handyman skills required, carpentry, home renovation skills a plus, lawn, tree cutting, painting, toilet kit replacement, general home care power wash, winterization and summarization, care of vehicles, and general repairs of all kinds. Must be able to use a smartphone for coordination of all tasks. The caretaker would be responsible for posting photos of work before, during and after jobs, take pride in their work and be dependable, be able to complete to do items in a reasonable time frame, be honest and trustworthy with excellent references, and have excellent organizational skills. The best fit caretaker candidate would be an over 50 single who takes pride in their work and enjoys a quiet private environment. We may consider a husband and wife arrangement in the event that the wife also would help with daily house chores, cleaning, etc. this could be discussed. This is a month-to-month renewable contract with longer term possible. If interested, please inquire via text with your resume/skills/history and text via [Contact info available to subscribers]. Please do not call until an interview is requested. A full background check and excellent references will be required.

Property Caretaker Profile

Villa di Corliano, Livin’ the Villa Loca Address: [Contact info available to subscribers] Interests: travel, snowshoeing, hiking (doing the Portuguese Camino in May), reading, paragliding, red wine, good coffee Quote: “Just do it!” Nike. And “in the end, we only regret the chances we didn’t take” Lewis Carroll

Cindy Sheahan

I’d been talking with friends about unplugging from real life and traveling the world. While reading The Caretaker Gazette, I saw a listing for a caretaker in Tuscany. My friend excitedly said, “this has your name written all over it!” A 15th-century villa in Tuscany, between Pisa and Lucca, was seeking two-month commitments for caretaking at the estate. All that was required was to contact the Count (yes, a Count!) and let him know you were interested and go from there to see what happens… A quick email to Agostino letting him know I was beyond interested…he asked for two letters of recommendation, a photo and a quick bio if available, and a short email detailing why I was interested. The job consisted of watering the estate’s trees and flowers every day, picking up litter every morning from the previous nights’ festivities, and occasionally assisting for an hour or so at weddings and other fancy events held at the villa from time to time. These chores might take two hours or so each day, and then I was free to explore the area, making sure I was back by 8 pm each evening for security purposes. And I was free from these duties one day each week in case I wanted to leave the villa overnight. In exchange for these simple tasks, I’d be given a small studio apartment up the spiral staircase above the kitchen (like Cinderella!), complete with bed, desk, tiny kitchenette and private bath. I was intrigued! I had seen a profile in another issue of The Caretaker Gazette featuring a previous caretaker, Linda, and contacted her with a couple of questions I had about the caretaker’s position. She was happy to answer and give me some insight as to what was expected on a daily basis. After reviewing my submission and keeping me on pins and needles for a few months, Agostino let me know that August and September 2018 was available, was I? Um, yes! We agreed, discussed some details, and I got busy making plans to spend the summer in Tuscany. I landed here in Tuscany in an incredibly amazing 15th century villa as a caretaker for two months, with free accommodations and my very own room, all for spending just a couple of hours each day doing some flower watering and picking up any bits of trash that may have blown in.

Villa di Corliano is a gem, owned by the same family since the mid-1500s and situated halfway between Pisa and Lucca – two delightful, important and historic cities in the Tuscan region of Italy. Agostino Agostini (the Count) and his wife Roseanna (a Countess now by marriage, but a Baroness in her own right!) own the property and take such pride in making sure everything is well run and beautifully kept. They live in nearby Pisa, but stop by almost every day to check on things (maybe to check on me and my not-so-amazing watering and gardening skills!). Many famous people have stayed at the Villa throughout history, including the poets Byron and Shelley, assorted kings, dukes and titled nobility from around Europe, Mary Shelley, the author of Frankenstein, and possibly the toddler Galileo Galilei, who Agostino believes was here with his parents many, many years ago in the 1500s. The estate consists of the main house with an imposing entry hall, grand ballroom, formal office/study, the owner’s deluxe apartment for when they stay overnight or when the bride and groom stay after their fairy tale wedding at the villa; a large well-equipped cucina (kitchen) downstairs, charming breakfast room, assorted other rooms, and 10 beautiful bedrooms available to rent from the lovely Leonardo and vivacious Veronica who contract with Agostino to run a bed and breakfast within the estate. A couple of lucky people live onsite at the Villa full time, Maximillian, a lanky, tall, bespectacled and always cheerful Italian man who does yoga every evening in the gardens at sunset and keeps forgetting that I don’t speak Italian, and an older man whose name I don’t know, who smiles and bobs his head enthusiastically and says “Bongiorno!!!” every time I see him. There’s an old stable, used now for storing the gardening tools, riding mower and the many, many chairs and tables on hand for le nozze (weddings), celebrations and parties that can be held at the Villa. There’s also a chapel onsite with a small crypt below. Another outbuilding is the oil mill. A beautiful classic edifice, the roof has fallen in and rendered it unusable. There are old stone baths in this building, a thermal spring runs under the property and once, the baths were used as soaking tubs for “taking the waters” but now this building is used for storage as well (Side note, San Giuliano Terme, a cute little village with the world-renowned ‘bagne’ (thermal springs and baths) is just about a mile down the road from the Villa, and has a 5-star hotel with spa services, soaking pools, mud baths and other dreamy services available, which I will avail myself of soon).

A view of Villa Corliano

Artwork dating to the 16th century in the Villa

The grounds, about three hectares (7+ acres) are lush and green. Palm trees (I, for one, did not realize palm trees grew in Italy!), ancient cedar trees, lush hydrangea bushes with plump pink-spotted flowers causing the stems to bow from their weight, pink, white and red wild roses, English ivy, potted flowering plants and shrubs (which all need to be watered every day by me!) and two stone fountains – one with a plethora of goldfish and a couple of croaking frogs watched over by an ancient crumbling statue of a young boy, the other small pond containing seven nervous turtles who, immediately upon hearing me approach, nosedive into the murky water to avoid being seen. There’s a spectacular ginormous tree, said to be planted in the early 1800s, called The Freedom Tree, under which you can sip espresso or cappuccino and enjoy a cantuccini or sfogliatine (Italian pastries) outside the café in back. And everywhere on the estate, geckos of all sizes can be found, some as tiny as a child’s finger, colorful, prehistoric-looking lizards that scurry up the stucco walls of the estate and dart into the bushes, annoyed to have been splashed and disturbed from basking in the sun as I water the flowers each evening. But the main attraction at this palazzo is the artwork to be found within (and upon) the walls here. Frescoes cover the ceilings, the hallways, the entryway, the ballroom walls…even the outside walls are decorated with ‘graffiti’. Painted by Andrea Boscoli in 1592 and Nicola Matraini in 1750, these original murals are simply incredible. Many of the paintings are allegorical, and some feature astrological and mythological beings and gods and goddesses. There are dragons, cherubs, nymphs, minotaurs, tortoises, unicorns, angels, lions, fruit, princesses, centaurs, winged creatures, satyrs, kings and more. As well as the frescoes, there are statues, busts, family crests, old photos and delightful décor around every corner and in every nook and cranny. Even the steep spiral stairway to my tiny room has beautiful frescoes covering the old stone walls. In the sitting room is a concave wall in which a fountain has been created using seashells. Water flowed and cascaded down the various levels of shells until it reached the bottom. In the center of the fountain, there is a dragon above a mythological face. A few feet away, above the mantel of the fireplace, is a lever in the wall that the host could twist to enable smoke to come out of the dragon’s nose. An amazing party trick in its day, I am sure! My accommodations are so much more modest than the rest of the villa, a simple terracotta tiled floor in a stark stucco room with a tiny single bed upon a wooden platform (think “convent”). A desk, microwave and toaster oven from the 1980s, a convection hotplate from IKEA, two dishes, two glasses, a few mismatched bowls, a wine glass that I pilfered from the coffee shop downstairs, a dorm-sized fridge, an ancient 12″ TV that may or may not be connected to cable (I haven’t tried turning it on yet), and a small bathroom with bidet and a shower stall. This tiny room is where I sleep, make salads and write, and like Cinderella, I must be back at the villa every day by 8 pm in case guests have questions or will be late arrivals, so that Leonardo and Veronica can head home and know that someone is onsite for such a situation. And when weddings are here at the manor, I am expected to assist with guests, pointing them in the direction of il bagno (the bathroom) or showing where parking is available. I am able to take off from these ever-so-pressing responsibilities one day a week, and have planned a couple of overnights in Florence, the Cinque Terre, Siena and Verona so that I can explore at my leisure without having to hurry back on the last bus of the day, which is around 7 pm. Meals are not included. I make my own coffee and breakfast and a big salad for lunch, then grab cheap pizza or pasta for dinner (€10 for pasta and vino). The rest is whatever you’d spend for fun, bus to Pisa, train to Florence for the day…Ahh. Did I mention the place is haunted? Of course it is. An ancient legend says that the ghost of Teresa della Seta Bocca Gaetani still roams the halls of the villa. She was a beautiful woman from an ancient Pisa family who married Count Cosimo Baldassarre Agostini in 1755. She visits occasionally, moving the tapestries and draperies in the villa, or slamming doors and windows. During a full moon, she has been seen in the driveway, guiding a carriage drawn by six splendid horses, and her laughter can be heard in the cellar and kitchen of the villa. Ghost Hunters International, an Italian paranormal TV shows, filmed a couple of episodes here, complete with electro-magnetic field radiation detectors, ambient temp sensors and other ghost-tracking devices. If you’re so inclined you can find these on YouTube. Meeting the Count and his lovely wife, hanging out with Leonardo and Veronica, Alyssia and Oriana from the B&B and meeting people from all over the world that came to stay at the villa was an experience I’ll never forget. Being able to explore the Tuscan countryside, pop over to Florence for the day, spend an overnight in Verona to see Andrea Bocelli at the Arena Coliseum and hike the Cinque Terre were experiences beyond compare. The Gazette offers life-changing opportunities to those willing to say “yes!” I’m scouring the latest issue to find my next unforgettable experience…

Detail of the Villa’s exterior

Minnesota

CARETAKER NEEDED for a rental property in Duluth. Looking for a trustworthy, responsible individual to be the caretaker of a small apartment complex in Duluth. The job will require mowing, snow removal, and a few other tasks and overseeing the property. Basic knowledge of plumbing and electricity a plus. The caretaker will need to make at least a two year commitment. In exchange we offer a free one-bedroom apartment with all utilities included. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

PART-TIME ONSITE CARETAKER TEAM needed in Baxter. Looking for an onsite caretaker couple/team for 24 apartments in Baxter. Must have exceptional customer service skills and be able to communicate well with others. Must possess good problem solving skills. Must pass BCA criminal background check and finger printing. This position will require some light maintenance/repair jobs and cleaning. Responsibilities are, but not limited to: Showing apartments to prospective new tenants, processing applications/leases to the Management Company, rent collections/deposits/rent tracking, apartment turnovers, identifying/resolving tenant issues and concerns. Monitor tenant files, leases, lease renewals, rent increases, and all required documentation set forth by management and the owner. Weekly Building cleaning/maintenance (vacuuming, mopping, windows, laundry rooms, light bulbs, garbage, raking, mowing, trimming, shoveling / salting, etc.). On call services. Compensation for this position is free rent ($10,140 per year or $9 – $10 per hour average) flexible hours for a spacious two bedroom, one bath apartment with detached garage, plus a monthly bonus structure and option for additional hourly maintenance/repair work (as needed). We will be accepting resumes for this position until filled. To apply, please mail your resumes to: [Contact info available to subscribers].

Morocco

LIVE-IN HOUSE MANAGER needed in Marrakech. Our clients, with a large residence in Marrekech, are actively searching for an experienced House Manager or Management Couple. The clients have their main residence in London. Although this is a second residence it is fully staffed, therefore, the House Manager must be experienced in managing a staff team of at least 20 people. Must speak English and French, and Arabic is desirable. The ideal candidate must have at least five years’ experience working in a senior capacity. Duties will include planning, coordinating and organizing events; managing the household calendars and schedules; supervising home maintenance projects; dealing with contractors; recruiting and managing the household staff. Working hours are longer when the client is in residence. Working hours will be Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 6.00pm, and a flexible schedule for longer hours when they are in residence. To apply, please email your resume and salary expectations to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Hampshire

PART-TIME CAMP CARETAKER NEEDED in Holderness, NH. Work in one of the most beautiful places in America and get paid to do it. Must be good with boats. A family with camps on two islands in Squam Lake in Holderness needs a caretaker to supervise the opening and shutdown of the camps. This involves setting up three docks, supervising 10 boats, four moorings, cleaning crews, setting up boathouses (one on the mainland, one on an island), getting water out of the plumbing system, ensuring all appliances work, setting up and taking down tents, bubbling dock and boathouses. Can be done by one very active person or by hiring a crew to help. There is heavy work in May and June to set up, occasional visits during the season, then August and September shutting down, then regular visits during the winter to ensure the bubblers work, etc. May involve getting bids and letting out contracts for bigger projects in the past few years: new breakwater, septic field, refitting a bathhouse and rebuilding a boathouse. Must be able to keep tabs on expenses and assign the expenses to the three different owners of the two camps, boathouse, and landing point. Compensation will be based on experience. The current caretaker is retiring after 10 years. To apply, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Jersey

BASKING RIDGE AREA – house sitter needed from the day after Thanksgiving to right after New Year’s Day, to look after two dogs, two cats, three 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. Might need to shovel the front walk if it snows. 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]

FULL-TIME, LIVE-IN CARETAKER, HOUSE MANAGER, and nanny needed in Long Branch, NJ. We have an immediate need for a live-in caretaker for a full family. Candidates must be warm, caring, and patient, organized and have experience with children, cooking and managing a busy household. Must also be willing and/or experience with helping family members with health/special needs and be willing to stay overnights, including weekends. Duties will include: managing all aspects of the household, including organizing schedules, groceries, cleaning and laundry; taking care of one child, including play, bedtime, feeding and changing; cooking, including special needs diet; caretaking for family member going through recovery; and errands and personal assistant duties. Weekly compensation will be provided. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Mexico

POSITION AVAILABLE STARTING IMMEDIATELY in Santa Fe, NM. Our awesome caretaker for the last few years is retiring. We’re searching for an experienced individual or horse couple with extensive equine experience. Please reply only if you’ve recently worked with horses and have extensive history around horses. The horse care exchange includes a Guest House 25 minutes from Santa Fe, NM, and $500/month stipend. A beautiful one bedroom, 600 sq. ft. home, with kitchenette and bath will be provided, along with a 20 acre property adjacent to 15,000 acres, with tile, high ceilings, radiant heat, Wi-Fi, and natural light. It’s a peaceful sanctuary for retired, work at home, nature types. There are five horses with feed times 5½ days/week, two times a day at 7am and 6pm. A few hours per day for all work including grooming, blanketing, mucking, etc. but we require individual(s) who are not away from the property a lot. A full day and half a week covered by others. Pets are okay. Non-smoking. One year commitment. A security deposit of $850 and professional references are required. Our current caretaker will serve as your reference for us. Please have extensive recent horse experience. Kindly send your resume and letter of interest to [Contact info available to subscribers] This position is available immediately.

CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED in the Carlsbad, New Mexico area. Homeowner with multiple homes on acreage seeks a Caretaker Couple for a long-term, full-time job. The couple must take pride in the keeping of the homes and landscaping. This opportunity includes salary, housing, utilities, and a truck for work use. No children, please. Requirements: ~ Couple must have a solid work history in housekeeping and lawn maintenance with long periods of time/tenure with the same company/owner. ~ Must be able to pass a criminal background check. ~ Must be physically fit. ~ Must keep homes and grounds at guest-ready level throughout the year regardless of the owner’s schedule. ~ Provide immaculate housekeeping and groundskeeping/lawn care for six homes of varying sizes. For more information and to submit a resume, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

WE ARE LOOKING TO HIRE a trustworthy and self-motivated maintenance staffer for our [Contact info available to subscribers] in Tupper Lake, NY. Family owned since 1896, comprised of extensive tracts of boreal and Northern hardwood forest, three lakes, 20+ buildings and many miles of roads and hiking trails. We offer the possibility of a live-in caretaker position at our remote camp, perfect for the avid outdoorsman. We value all skill sets and offer the ability to grow into a leadership role in our organization. Candidate would join our Superintendent couple in the year round operation of our seasonal camp. Carpentry, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and safe chainsaw operation are all highly valued skills. These combined with a service oriented mindset when dealing with owners and guests would make for our perfect hire. We offer competitive wages and vacation time to the right individual ready to join our team. All applicants will be required to submit to a background check and provide a list of professional references. Please contact the [Contact info available to subscribers]

LIVE-IN CARETAKER COUPLE needed for part-time cooking/cleaning in the Rhinebeck, NY Area. Must be able to take care of our home (an old converted Inn built in 1780 and set in beautiful grounds) with the owners (a couple with three children) visiting less than 100 days per year, as well as rentals when they happen where tips are earned in addition to the compensation below. Long hours required in the summer seasons and substantial down time in the winter months to explore Dutchess County, hiking and pursue personal hobbies when the house is not occupied. Chef/Housekeeper/Caretaker job knowledge and expectations require culinary experience, must be knowledgeable about maintaining, cleaning and preserving a wide variety of surfaces, follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies, be able to self-motivate and work independently without supervision, maintenance of the property, basic cooking (must be familiar with, and have worked with, standard kitchen equipment), and cleaning, plan and serve the menu according to the home owner’s needs, shop for food and kitchen supplies and equipment, stock, organize and clean the kitchen, plan and prepare food for parties on occasion. Previous culinary/hotel experience a huge plus. Compensation will be $40,000 for a maximum of 150 days of cooking/cleaning, plus housing and utilities provided as caretakers for the basic oversight of the property. Accommodation is one open studio apartment so this would be most suitable to couples. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

COUNTRY LIVING AND HORSIN’ AROUND. Looking for a strong, hardy, compassionate person to live on site and care for the rescued equines at Peaceful Acres – wonderful horses, donkeys, mules, minis and a friendly goat. Located in New York between Albany and Saratoga, our farm has rolling hills, beautiful views, barns and yurts. Cabin housing and a stipend included. A love for the outdoors and equine care is a must. Must have horse care experience and be able to drive a tractor to primarily participate in feeding and light maintenance. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Zealand

WORK FOR ACCOMMODATION. Must be ready to start immediately. Some Housekeeping experience is preferable. Shared accommodation provided with power and Wi-Fi included for two hours of work for six days per week. Should have a valid Visa (Working Holiday Visa, or Open Visa). Minimum two weeks commitment. If this sounds like you…then please drop by our Office at the [Contact info available to subscribers] in person. If you want to earn some extra income, you can work during the evenings in the nearby restaurants.

HOUSEKEEPER AND ASSISTANT NEEDED in Hanmer Springs. This work for accommodation position is available now in our Hanmer motel. No experience necessary. We are looking for a person to join us and live in our office three bedroom townhouse with a great view. We have free Wi-Fi, laundry, spa, and BBQ. Work with a friendly backpacker team, live on site in shared house. Hours are between 10am – 1pm, for a total of about 10 hours a week to cover accommodation. We are in a busy town in the countryside, located two hours from Christchurch. Work is mainly cleaning motel rooms (make beds, clean kitchens and bathrooms, dust and present the units for incoming guests), some gardening and maintenance. Must have an eye for detail as well as the ability to work in a team. If this sounds like you, please apply by calling [Contact info available to subscribers]. We look forward to hearing from you.

CARETAKER COUPLE POSITION is available on Waiheke Island. A physically active couple are sought for the position of joint caretakers on a private Waiheke Island property. The joint roles include maintenance of lawns, pathways, ponds, gardens, buildings and other structures plus cleaning of domestic dwellings and a guest accommodation cottage. The main attributes sought are: fitness; health and safety (it’s important to follow all H&S requirements of working with machinery and occasional work on scaffolding); practical (it is important to have some practical building maintenance and repair skills); personality (need to have the ability to work alongside the owners and be adaptable to change. Good communication skills required for dealing with visitors). An annual salary plus a small two bedroom cottage located on the property comprise the remuneration package. The cottage is not suitable for children. Applicants must have an AWD or 4WD vehicle. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oklahoma

RETIRED MAN SEEKS HELP in East Oklahoma, in a small town of 700 people. I’m starting a cycle museum, petting zoo, and a music venue and will need help with that. You will get a cabin, privacy, and a canoe. For more info, please write to [Contact info available to subscribers] (Sorry, but I do not have a phone or email here).

RANCH HAND/CARETAKER NEEDED. We are looking for a mature individual who has horse and cattle experience as well as maintenance/landscaping experience. We are a small performance horse ranch that specializes in team roping. We need the day-to-day chores done: feeding, watering and taking care of livestock as well as mowing and weed-eating (during the season) and general maintenance and up keep of the ranch. This is a long-term position. If this is something that you may be interested in please text [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oregon

FULL-TIME RANCH HAND/CARETAKER NEEDED in Maupin, Oregon. Help needed to feed cows/calves (between 30 to 50), maintain fences, secure property, and other ranch maintenance. Salary will be $3,000 month, and housing is a possibility for the right candidate. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER COUPLE needed in Grants Pass. My wife and I (70’s) and our Labrador Retriever live in a beautiful and secluded 5,000 square foot log cabin located on 16 acres overlooking the Rogue River with an organic vegetable garden, fruit orchard and chicken coup. We have some health issues and we need a couple to take care of the property and keep our main house clean weekly. I enjoy kayaking and working on the property, but need additional help. We have a 1,500 square foot, two bedroom/den and two bathroom caretaker’s log cabin on the property for you to live in with a deck overlooking the Rogue River and our garden. This modern cabin has air-conditioning, washer/dryer, refrigerator, dishwasher and other amenities. We need about 25 hours/week or more of caretaking on the property and home cleaning. Other examples are lawn care, fertilization, weeding, trail/stair repair, and housecleaning. The caretakers unit rents for $1,600/month, so this would be covered by trading work for rent as well as an additional $500/month for work done at $20/hour for additional caretaking hours worked. We pay water, trash, cable and the caretaker pays utilities. Skills required: vegetable orchard gardening, power/hand tools, riding lawn mower, landscaping, handyman, carpentry, cooking, house cleaning, and caregiving. This position is perfect for a married couple with some additional income like military, pension, or social security who loves gardening with strong handyman and caregiving skills who wants to live on the Rogue River. You must undergo a thorough background check, have a valid driver’s license, and undergo a significant interview process to apply for this position. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Panama

CARETAKER NEEDED for a Cat Sanctuary. This is a full-time job for a cat lover. Los Mininos ([Contact info available to subscribers]) is a purpose built sanctuary near Boquete. Responsibilities include: provide food and water, clean litter boxes, sweep, wash down floors and walls with disinfectant, clean bowls and beds, laundry, inventory supplies, maintain grounds and infrastructure, other. Must also be able to figure dosages, administer meds orally and by injection. Must be fluent in English (speaking, reading, and writing). Intermediate level or higher Spanish helpful. Must adore cats! Seeking a self-starter who can work well with little supervision. Previous veterinary or cat sanctuary experience helpful. An on-site one bedroom apartment in exchange for partial salary will be provided, if interested. Salary commensurate with experience/capability, and consistent with local wages. Absolutely no drug or substance abuse allowed. A drug test is pre-requisite for employment. Please email your letter of interest or resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Pennsylvania

LIVE-IN CARETAKER NEEDED in Swiftwater, PA. Looking for a new start? We have an immediate opening for a live-in caretaker for a local restaurant and development company in Swiftwater. Gentleman preferred (as living quarters provided are with men), non-smoker, no drugs, and a small pet is a possibility. Diverse duties include overall general building maintenance, janitorial services, keeping of the grounds, light carpentry, painting, etc., although duties will increase as pending projects require. Extra hours are available in the restaurant on an as needed basis. Room and board provided, as well as hourly wage, which is negotiable as per your level of experience. Checkable references are required. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Portugal

HELP NEEDED on my permaculture, orchard and self-construction work in Sao Jorge, an island in the central group of the Azores archipelago. I have a small plot of 3,000 square meters, plus a campsite by the sea with natural pools. We are two people in this atypical place and work an organic vegetable garden and organic orchard, (permaculture trend) and the self-construction of a small studio in volcanic stones and local wood. The vegetable garden feeds us about 80% in the summer, and there is always maintenance and new seeds to plant, vegetable liquid manure for the vegetable garden, weeding, picking, etc. A small greenhouse is planned and a henhouse for a few hens for our needs in fresh eggs. Help is needed in the vegetable garden, in the orchard, and to take care of young fruit trees and a little on the wood construction (according to experience), on the ground, to strengthen the small stone walls… and a lot of other little things. Currently, we are looking for someone with experience in organic gardening, around 40 – 60 years old, who is able to help us or to work alone from time to time, with knowledge of plants and organic vegetables. A good handyman with experience would also be welcome. We are also responsible for a campsite 15 km from our land, with a Snack Bar currently opening. The campsite is open, the Snack Bar opens at the beginning of August, so there is a possibility of reception in both places. It depends on the competence of the person. A sleeping bag and rain gear are required (and yes, it rains in the Azores too and it’s good for nature). Wi-Fi is available everywhere on the island. We live a healthy lifestyle free from alcohol and drugs. Do not hesitate to contact us to find out more, and introduce yourself a little, to try to get to know each other better. Sincerity is essential. If you are in Portugal, do not hesitate to contact [Contact info available to subscribers] on her Portuguese mobile number.

Rhode Island

DOMESTIC COUPLE NEEDED in Narragansett, RI. An elderly gentleman is looking for an experienced couple to work year round and manage his estate. The couple must be able to handle in-house and outside ground maintenance. Daily housekeeping of the main residence, laundry, ironing, organize closets, packing and unpacking for travel, shopping, meal planning, family cooking for principal and guests, both must drive, some landscaping, snow removal, plant vegetable garden, oversee vendors. Living quarters would be your own private cottage on the premises, salary is $150,000 gross per year plus benefits. Please email a detailed resume, with all reference names and contact information, any letters of reference you may have and include a recent photo to [Contact info available to subscribers] My personal assistant will conduct selected candidates for a telephone FaceTime or Skype interview before being brought up for an interview.

South Carolina

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

South Dakota

FULL-TIME PROPERTY MANAGER NEEDED at a Luxury Hunting Lodge near Pierre, South Dakota. This is a “Jack of all trades”, full-time position. Along with a strong farming background, experience with maintenance, HVAC, mechanical, and a strong work ethic are all essential. Good people skills as well as dog handling experience are also required. We are seeking someone looking for a long lasting career who is detail oriented and takes pride in what they do. A newly remodeled three bedroom house is included. There is a salary range of $40,000 based on experience. To apply, please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Switzerland

LIVE-IN DOMESTIC COUPLE needed in Geneva. Our client, a British family with four young children who live in Geneva require an experienced domestic couple to live in. You should be a capable Housekeeper/Houseman Couple who will work well together to maintain the interior and exterior of the household to a high standard. Requirements include: preferably good spoken English, and one of you must speak good French; both must be competent drivers on both sides of the road; cooking skills for simple meals (reheating food cooked by the private chef); self-motivation, house proud, common sense and a strong ‘can do’ attitude; willingness to work as a team and to help out where needed; prepared to travel occasionally joining the family on holidays, therefore you must be allowed travel to the UK, Europe and the USA. Duties will include: housekeeping, laundry, ironing; table service; pet care (small dogs/cat); shopping and running errands; maintenance and care of the pool and vehicles; overseeing outside contractors/gardeners; driving including school runs, guest drop offs, airport pick-ups. They are an informal family who lead very busy lives and require their staff to be willing and flexible. You must be happy to work as part of a wider team to support the family, training will be given as to their specific requirements. A private yachting background would be desirable but not essential. They have four children aged one to eight years old with three rotating Nannies, Security/Butler, Private Chef and Private Tutors. Accommodation will be a one bedroom, sitting room, and kitchenette with a separate entrance. Working days will be 5½ days per week (some weekends will be required but not all). Working hours: 7.00am, 7.00pm with a break during the day. Salary, depending on experience, will be £70,000 – £75,000 gross per annum. To apply, please email your resume and salary expectations to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

CARETAKER OR CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED at Potter’s Point (an unincorporated community on the north bank of Caddo Lake), on the border between Texas and Louisiana. This position is for a retired but healthy couple who knows about plants, but there is all the fishing you can do too! A single person is OK too. We have a two bedroom/bath house, big porch and boat slip…next to Caddo Lake (the most beautiful lake in Texas) that is smallish but clean with central air-conditioning and modern conveniences. You pay for your own power and cable/dish, I pay water. Rent is free ($1,000/month value) and pay is an additional $1,000/month. We live in Dallas and come down to Caddo Lake every two to three weeks. You would be assisting the property manager. The job is mowing our yard, edging, and keeping the chickens fed and clean. If you have a medical condition that does not allow you to work in the heat, please do not apply. You would work Monday through Friday, and check chickens on the weekends. You must know about sprinkler systems, and how to garden. It is a plus if you have your own tools but not required. You must know about plants in general, and keep everything watered, fed and healthy from pests, Organic preferred. Winter is easier. You must have dependable transportation. If you are afraid of critters, do not apply. I will require a list of references and a background check will be performed. The last caretaker lasted only two years because his wife did not like the lake. I’m looking for another long-term relationship. Questions are welcomed! Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

FULL-TIME RANCH HELP NEEDED at the [Contact info available to subscribers] in Conroe, TX. Must have knowledge of horses, fence building. The salary will be $500 a week (or $300 a week and live-in accommodation provided). To apply, please forward your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

WHAT’S YOUR PASSION? Unique opportunity available for a couple or single person seeking a great place to live and work in the Texas Hill Country on a destination property. Skilled Carpenter/Cabinet maker? There’s a complete woodworking shop full of vintage/antique projects. Creative landscaping passions? Property has nine acres that we are looking to add pathways, fencing, fountains and another Gazebo sourced from Antique Corn cribs. General maintenance or housekeeping skills? There’s 11 structures from a 1910 farm house to our newly restored (on site) 1952 Vintage Spartan RV. Ideally looking for full-time, but have had amazing workcampers/live onsite couples working less days. Furnished apartment for full timers and two RV sites – FHU/free washer/dryers plus compensation depending on skills and work schedule. Team members must be physically able and motivated to perform tasks. Animal lovers a must. We are energetic and able to work right there with you. We request references from you and can provide references for you from our “like minded” returning team members. These team members had great skill sets, attention to detail, and took pride in their passions. Our business of 29 years is continuing to grow and we are excited to find the right fit for all. What’s your passion? Please share your resume and how you feel we can meet each other’s objectives. Please email your resume to caretaker@caretaker.org and please include “Texas Hill Country Position” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes.

FULL-TIME CARETAKER COUPLE WANTED in the Burnet, TX area. Maintain a 100+ acre ranch, and three properties in Burnet and one in Leander. These are long-term, full-time jobs and the couple must take pride in the ranch with horses, cows, chickens, a dog, two houses, and landscaping on all three pieces of property. There are no children living at home. The couple must have a solid work history, and both parties must have a valid Texas driver’s license. Must be physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs. When the owner and guests are in residence, adjusted work schedules are required to accommodate. Must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Ranch work can be a seven day a week job but typically five days are expected, with animal care and emergencies on the other two days. Must have references. This opportunity includes $55,000 annual salary for the couple, housing, utilities, and a truck for work use. Medical, dental, vision, 15 days of paid time off annually, 401k, and annual raises. There is also an opportunity to share in the bounty of a spring and fall garden. To apply, please text only (no voice calls) to [Contact info available to subscribers]

RANCH SITTER/CARETAKER COUPLE with their own RV needed in Cleburne, TX. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a 350 acre Ranch that is a gorgeous recreational campground that sells annual memberships and has just recently opened to weekend campers from Wednesday afternoon until Sunday afternoon but annual members can come as often as they like. We need a couple who will be willing to volunteer as ranch sitters/caretakers/camp hosts. This is a unique position, unlike many other camp hosting positions. Your hours will be Thursday, Friday and Saturday (you must be flexible on hours), hours will vary depending on weekend bookings. You will have four days off (Sunday – Wednesday). Members pretty much know what they are supposed to do but you will need to be willing to meet and greet them as they sign in. The property is gated 24/7/365, and members have a code to enter. We need honest, flexible and reliable hosts! You must also be financially stable because this job doesn’t pay. There are also projects on the ranch if you like to stay busy but not required. We are located 16 miles from Walmart, Kroger, and H.E.B. And about 20 – 25 miles from Albertsons and many other stores and restaurants. The property is directly on the Brazos River and there are 66 campsites. You do not have to clean sites unless you’d like to help with weekly maintenance on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday (that will be your option). Campsites line the river for 1½ miles of water frontage. We have a herd of 70+ deer on the property, 30+ Turkeys and no telling what you might see here. No hunting! You can learn more at [Contact info available to subscribers] Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] will get back to you as soon as possible. We need a couple ASAP until mid-late October or longer if possible! On your off days you can fish, kayak or enjoy other parts of beautiful Texas.

CARETAKER/RANCH HAND NEEDED. Mature person needed to work without supervision. Duties include the feeding and care for horses, cattle and dogs. Operate O turn mower, tractor and bush hog. Maintain fences, keep the barn clean, keep tools, tack and equipment maintained and organized. Exercise horses and get them ready for ropings. Maintain flower beds and protein deer feeders. Salary will be $500, plus Room & Board. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

Utah

SEEKING A GENERAL MANAGER/INNKEEPER for a five room B&B in Moab for the 2021 Season! This unique home has private Innkeepers quarters, and five guest rooms. We are proud to have 5 star ratings on TripAdvisor. Dedicated to green practices and organic food (solar-powered). A like-minded Manager is essential. We pay special attention to Zen/clean environment and beautification. Managers must have hospitality management and work experience, be in excellent physical shape, be the leader of the Team, and also provide cooking, cleaning, and maintenance skills as needed. This position is paid a salary over nine months, with winters off. Housing on site may be an option. No pets, No tobacco users, and no children. Resumes can be emailed to [Contact info available to subscribers]

A house sitter is needed in suburban Salt Lake City from the day after Thanksgiving until February 1 2021, while the owners are away. Must be a dog-lover too, as we have one small dog. 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. If interested, please write to [Contact info available to subscribers] and include references of your past house sitting and/or dog-sitting experience. Thank you.

BOUTIQUE HOTEL GENERAL MANAGER needed for a beautiful property in Moab with 85 rooms. Candidate must be familiar with Moab and yearn to live in a small town with a huge summer season and world-class national parks. We are shifting gears and looking for an Innkeeper rather than an hotelier. Systems and numbers are important but personalized guest service and guest focus are paramount. Relocations candidates are expected. Requirements: Day-to-day operations; 50-room or more experience, supervise housekeeping, front office, and maintenance; handle scheduling, vendor relationships, and hiring of new employees; grow RevPAR in collaboration with the Front Office Manager; ensure positive Yelp reviews; forecasting, budgeting, and adherence to policies; have at least two years in a General Manager position; have a hands-on leadership style and on-call when needed. Salary $50,000 to $55,000; Healthcare package; Housing available; Performance-based bonus. Please submit your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Vermont

LAND STEWARD NEEDED for an organic farm/homestead and retreat center in Vermont. This is a year-round residential position co-managing a stunning, secluded, 120 acre organic permaculture farm/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, plus skills in northeast organic gardening, homesteading, building and equipment maintenance, forest management, animal care, wood stoves, winter living. 2-month training/trial period followed by 2-year commitment. Includes a private winterized cabin, food, utilities, internet, and $500/month after a trial period, plus business profit sharing. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

FULL-TIME LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER POSITION AVAILABLE for an experienced non-smoking female, who is fluent in English with a vehicle and references. Private room with bathroom and separate entrance in gated community in Williamsburg, Virginia plus work at riverfront historic property one hour away. Salary is $16/hour. Room rental is separate. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wales

I’M A BUSY SINGLE MUM to an 8-year-old, looking for some help around the house with heavy chores, basic DIY, and grocery shopping. We live just meters from the seafront in Mumbles, close to many local amenities including several grocery stores and multiple pubs and restaurants. The Gower is an amazing place to explore with many opportunities for outdoor and water sports. Swansea City Centre is around 20 minutes by bus – the bus stop being directly outside the house. You’ll have your own room, with Wi-Fi available, meals included although you’re expected to prepare food for yourself the majority of the time. You’ll also have access to a bicycle and various musical instruments and art supplies. I teach English as a second language and this homestay would be ideal for anyone looking to improve their English language skills. Terms are flexible. Stays of two to six weeks considered. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

LODGING GENERAL MANAGER NEEDED for a unique lodging property in Glenwood, WA. This is for a location in an outdoorsy setting within two hours of Portland. It’s a country casual environment. Candidate must be willing to relocate to a beautiful rural setting and have experience living in such a setting. Requirements: at least four years’ experience as General Manager responsible for at least 30 units. The ideal background is a vacation rental General Manager. Other backgrounds that will be considered include lodge manager, Innkeeper, hotel general manager, and residential property manager with direct customer service experience. Salary of $50,000, depending on experience, bonus that starts at 15% and grows to 50% over 4-years, potential stock equity, health, dental, and vacation. Relocation candidates should be from the West and relocation assistance is negotiable, depending on the candidate, on-site housing can be included. Email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SEEKING A SINGLE CARETAKER OR COUPLE for a 100-acre property in Washington State. We are located in a rural setting in the foothills of the North Cascade Mountains in Whatcom County, 26 miles from Bellingham. We provide an attractive well-maintained one-bedroom and loft house and all utilities in a beautiful setting in exchange for the caretaker(s) looking after the place when we are away and performing some basic maintenance jobs. Other work on the property as needed is paid at an hourly rate. The position allows the caretaker(s) plenty of free time. Work includes caring for three friendly goats and two cats during owner absences about one week each month; seasonal grass trimming, operation of tractor for winter plowing, maintenance of equipment involving small motors, and fence and building repairs as needed. Useful skills include basic property maintenance, use of power equipment such as trimmers and chainsaws, and basic small motor maintenance. Spring and summer are busier times but still allow plenty of caretaker free time. Goat care one week each month involves feeding, putting goats out to pasture in the morning and back in the barn at night. Note that the main compensation to caretaker(s) is the house and utilities. Non-basic jobs are paid by the hour, but because of the small number of work hours required total cash compensation is small and the caretaker(s) will probably need some supplemental income. Caretaker(s) must be nonsmoker, physically fit, and animal lovers. The ideal candidate(s) will be seeking a long-term commitment. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to live inexpensively in a beautiful rural setting and enjoys outdoor work. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

ESTATE PROPERTY CARETAKER needed. Full-time estate caretaker position available on Bainbridge Island, WA beginning in the Fall. This live on-site (separate cottage) position requires a person/couple with the ability to work independently, identify problems and find solutions. Working with equipment to maintain landscaping and the estate home will be your primary responsibility. Desirable skills and prior experience include: repair and maintenance of equipment from mower, blower, trimmer, chainsaw to irrigation systems; carpentry; ability to lift 50 lbs.; plumbing and a positive customer service attitude. Vehicle for work provided. Compensation will be salary and the on-site cottage. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wyoming

ON-PREMISE INNKEEPER AND CHEF COUPLE NEEDED for a unique Inn/B&B property in the Jackson-Wilson area. The location is near the Snake River at the base of the Grand Tetons, where there are year-round outdoor activities. The couple must have comparable experience living in a mountain destination. Requirements: one must be an experienced B&B innkeeper with at least four years managing at least eight rooms and three team members. The other must be a professional, upscale, trained, farm-to-table chef. Both must be outgoing, polished, live an active outdoor lifestyle, embrace green ethics, are destination-oriented, and can handle very high occupancy. Event management experience is essential. The highlight of your day should be receiving profuse thanks from guests, returning from adventures, for the guidance you provided. Benefits: salary of $75,000, depending on experience, 1½ days off per week, a one-bedroom apartment, and a month off during shoulder seasons. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity! Please submit your resume by emailing [Contact info available to subscribers]

A HIGH MOUNTAIN NORTHWESTERN WYOMING RANCH seeks a year-round caretaking team. The ranch contains 4,000 acres consisting of river-bottom meadows and upland range which supports a summer grazing operation. The successful candidate must have demonstrable experience in guest services, improvement maintenance, horsemanship skills and care, land stewardship and ecology, and effective communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, health insurance, 401(k), house and utilities. Please submit resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Are you a property owner who was adversely affected/impacted by COVID-19 and by default summarily left your property seeking refuge, and not intending to return? Are you consequently needing a highly qualified Property Caretaker to secure your property/grounds? I’m Michael, I’m actively seeking a position as a Property Overseer/Caretaker and or “light” House Manager with the potential to evolve into an expanded role. The position would consist chiefly of being an on-site presence providing unparalleled service, i.e. watchful/eagle eye on your high end property/grounds; offering exceptional/sterling and superlative care; safeguarding your coveted/prized property. The core internal duties would be general maintenance/upkeep, and cleaning to deep cleaning. Externally, it would potentially include light landscaping, snow removal; to be determined. Optimally, it would be year round but am open to a seasonal position. A skeletal overview of my aggregate experience (15 years +) includes being the Primary Caretaker for a mini estate pristinely maintained and presided over to a Houseman (New York City) and House Manager for a resort in the High Desert of California. Collectively, I’ve worked in a variety of disparate domestic related capacities rounding out the overview. I possess a certain Je Ne Sais Quoi replete with dynamism, worldliness and unequaled professionalism. Moreover, for your personal assurance I’m decidedly a non-smoker/non-drinker; the embodiment of “straight laced”/straight arrow, double degreed with a conservative sensibility. Open to all geographical locations, nationally or internationally. As a compensation package I’m seeking a minimal/negotiable salary with Live-In/Live-On premises either in the main house or Guest House. I can be reached at [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

I’m a professional female in my early 30s and I have a work from anywhere policy from the months of June through August. I work full-time, but I am interested in caretaking from June through August. I can help with cleaning, cooking, gardening, food shopping, administrative work or other errands that we can discuss. I enjoy hiking, kayaking, and other outdoors activities. If you think that we could be a good fit for one another, please feel free to email me at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Fit Jackson, Wyoming based gentleman available. Have ten years’ experience in property management, mostly on a high end mountain estate, as well as professional management in the outdoor retail/resort industry. Landscaping-Project Management-Equipment-HNWI Relations-Construction-Warehousing-Travel Logistics-Petcare-Automotive Mechanical Skills-Private Aviation knowledge. Open to relocation in the mountain west area mainly, but not exclusively. Have interests in the outdoors, agricultural ecology/permaculture, geothermal springs, and conservation properties. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Unencumbered 57-year-old woman returning to school near Reading PA seeks a housesit, rental, or other living arrangements in the wooded countryside. Camper, cabin, etc. Just a small space to sleep and study. Albany Township, Berks County or any comparable area within 40 minutes of Sinking Spring, PA. Also late June 2021 I will be seeking the same in Centre County: Haines Township, Ingleby. Winter 2021/22 Texas. Kindly call me for personal references, abilities, and with any information you may have. Airbnb has taken any possibilities off the market. Thank you, [Contact info available to subscribers].

Pet Sitting, In-Home Grooming and Dog Walking. Oodles of Luv has provided loving and safe care for pets and your home since 2016 in the Upper West Side and Washington Heights/Inwood areas of Manhattan, New York City. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Dear prospective employer, Greetings and hello. Let me briefly introduce myself so as to let you know who I am and what I am seeking. My name is Kyle Mike, born in New York State and raised in the White Mountains of New Hampshire where I currently reside. I am 37-years-old, never married and have no children. My professional career is in ornamental horticulture and design but I also carry a strong background in commercial and residential property management. If you are a family or an individual who is in need of a full-time and long-term caretaker of your property than please feel free to contact me. My professional resume as well as personal references can be submitted upon request. My 20-year garden and design career has brought me in many different directions and offered many privileged opportunities that have made me the experience, well rounded and accredited ornamental horticulturalist I am today. The most important aspect of ornamental gardening, I have come to realize, is having the time to perform the proper processes and to maintain a patience and steady pace related to the nature of the landscape that is being tended to. The true intent of a garden is not the garden itself but the relationships formed in and around itself. Post COVID19 finds me seeking long-term employment on a unique property with a strong concentration on the ornamental landscape as a primary feature of the property. I am willing and able to relocate for the right opportunity. Please feel free to contact me for further discussion by calling [Contact info available to subscribers]

My name is Paul; I am seeking a live-in caretaker/caregiver position in California only. Age 73. I’m looking for a permanent or long-term job position or work exchange. Excellent references, and resume available. 30 years’ experience. house sitting, security guard, handyman, pet-sitting/care, house cleaning, house carpentry/maintenance, wall painting, gardening, grounds care, light food prep and cooking. Can run errands in town and country with my van. I have current driver’s license and car insurance. Smoke/drink/drug free. “The caretaker/caregiver with the caring touch”. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mature non-smoking male seeks a house sitting position with light duties (house plants, pets, etc.). Employed and working remotely. NYC/NJ preferred. I can relocate anywhere with reliable internet. I am quiet and dependable with no prior house sitting experience. I can provide you with personal and professional references. I drive and live in New Jersey. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Professional, experienced property management couple seeking a long-term position beginning January 2021. Background in hospitality and guest relations, house and groundskeeping, maintenance, staff oversight, meal preparation, event coordination and project management. We thrive in an outdoor-oriented environment where we attentively care for your home or business. Desired fields: property management, hospitality, innkeeping, caretaking or domestic couple. Seeking a position with housing provided. We’re open to relocation anywhere in United States – we do travel with our canine companion. To learn more about us and view full resumes please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

Ready, Willing+ Able. Single healthy man, 60, seeking a paid live-in property caretaking position beginning Fall/Winter 2020. I’ve been farming summers – Ski Patrolling winters, ready for a change. I have a lifetime of garden, greenhouse, nursery, livestock, grounds keeping, and maintenance experience on rural properties. I’ve always cared for places as if they were my own. I’ll beautify your place, I plant flowers! Self-starter, detail oriented, hard worker. Prefer western US. Willing to make a long-term commitment in the right situation. Remote properties OK. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks!

Life Coach for the Elites! French single lady, licensed massage therapist, Healing Arts Tao Tantra Practitioner Healer on the Path, personal assistant chef, property/Inn/Airbnb/Resort Spa Manager. Detox Quit Coach Retreats. At your service! Will travel/relocate. Excellent references available. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Single, professional looking for a caretaking opportunity in the lower Hudson Valley area. The ideal situation includes: reasonable access to a Metro North Station, and quiet one bedroom studio type living quarters. Able to pay up to $400/monthly as part of barter exchange. All mutually beneficial situations welcome. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers].

My name is Michaelangelo Rosario, I am searching for a caretaker position. I enjoy this type of contribution and with 30 years of experience, I truly wish to bring a high level of professionalism, integrity, and expected serenity into your home. I have hands-on experience in all phases of housekeeping. I cook, do formal serving, and personal fitness training with a security background. I am wonderful with pets and have worked directly with outside vendors such as landscapers and other tradespeople. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Vegan Chef looking for a live-work exchange. Partly to work as a Resident Chef, and partly to work in exchange tending to gardens, small farm, animals, etc. I seek an intentional community, a farm, a ranch, a retreat center, an artist residency, or a combination organization which has a strong public component and is well organized. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Single, healthy, intelligent, hardworking caregiver/private chef/artist (F) seeks a live-in position for the Fall of 2020 forward. Short or long-term positions considered. Over 20 years of caregiving and hospitality experience. Seven years of live-in experience with pet/farm care and grounds/estate management. Skills in gardening and construction. Resides in Western NC, and open to relocation. Excellent references, resume available. Salary requested. Email: [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you for your consideration!

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