The Caretaker Gazette September / October 2020

Alabama

house sitter/GARDENER needed in Helena, a suburb of Birmingham, from September 15 to 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] Thank you.

Alaska

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 Dates: August 2020 through May 2021. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] for a complete job description and compensation info.

STILL TIME TO VISIT ALASKA for three months, from now to mid-October. We will provide an OW Air miles ticket, a place to stay, and some basic food. In exchange for assisting an older couple with yard work, carpentry projects, and dirt/road work. Applicants will need experience with chainsaws, power tools, yard machines, some heavy equipment, ATV’s. Common sense, physical fitness, cheerfulness, positive energy and good work ethic a must. There is an opportunity to earn a wage after 25 hours per week. Background check, minimum of two references, work experience. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] or email us at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Arizona

SMALL RANCH CARETAKER NEEDED in Queen Creek, Arizona. I’m in need of a caring person to take care of a few farm animals, horse, goats, etc. This is a very part-time position. Regular feeding and watering, and some maintenance, but very little if any. This would be good for someone who is looking to pick up some extra cash. To apply, please forward your bio and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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]

Arkansas

REDDING RECREATION AREA Campground Host needed in Clarksville, AR. Redding Recreation Area 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]

Letters to the Editor

Hi Gary and staff, I’m a new subscriber and I just wanted to take the time to extend a big “Thank You” to all of you for being so pleasant and helpful when I called your Gazette with my questions. It’s so great (especially in this impersonal era of online contact) to actually reach real people on the phone. You were so patient in answering my questions about starting a new career as a caretaker. Thanks to all of you for your encouragement and suggestions. I am looking forward to taking the next steps and answering some of your interesting help wanted ads. Teri C., New Brunswick, NJ

Teri, you are welcome! Thanks for your kind words and for taking the time to write to us. If you have any other questions, please feel free to give us a call again and we’ll be happy to help you out. Best wishes to you as you begin your career as a property caretaker.

Dear Gary, I’ve had nearly a dozen responses to the Help Wanted ad I placed in the Gazette! As you know, it hasn’t been easy to find the right person to caretaker our remote vacation property and now we have several excellent, qualified people who are interested thanks to you! I’ve responded to each and every email with a more detailed description of our situation. Thanks again and I’ll let you know how we’re doing. Sam B., Salt Lake City, UT

Sam, we have some very well qualified subscribers who can bring their expertise to your beautiful property. Many will be very happy to help you out and would love to live on a remote property. Thank you for taking the time to respond to all of the applicants and thank you for checking in again and letting us know how you and your new caretaker are doing.

Hi Mr. Dunn, I wanted to let you know that through your Gazette I was able to find and hire a great property caretaker to replace my last property caretaker who recently retired after ten years here. I actually found my new caretaker through one of your caretaker profiles! I was reading through one of my Gazette issues from a couple of years ago and was able to contact the caretaker. It turns out he found his last position via the Gazette and was ready for a new challenge. Thanks, John H. Tahoe City, CA

Hi John, I’m glad you were able to find a property caretaker via one of our subscribers who was featured in a Caretaker Profile! Thanks for letting us know. We’ve had other subscribers who have been profiled in the Gazette tell us that they received caretaker/house sitter job offers as a result of having their story published in the Gazette. If any subscribers are currently caretaking or house sitting they can submit their Caretaker Profile story to us for possible publication in the Gazette. If selected, there is no charge to have a Caretaker Profile story published in the Gazette. We need the Title, Contact information, Interests, Favorite quote, four photos – a close-up of you and then a photo of you on the property you are caretaking, and about 1,800 words for your story. If you’re interested, we can email your Caretaker Profile story info to you.

Gary, through your Gazette, last year we were able to exchange our house with a homeowner outside of Rome, Italy. We had a wonderful time and are looking for something closer to home for this year. We answered one of your Gazette ads and one thing led to another. Please renew our subscription now. The possibilities are endless! Thank you, Renee and Frank M, Waco, TX

Renee and Frank, thanks for sharing your success with the Gazette! We now have subscribers in all 50 states and over 80 countries, so there are many opportunities to live and travel this way. It’s just a matter of making the right connection!

Australia

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. We look forward to hearing from you.

WE ARE SEEKING A FIT COUPLE to help with the upcoming avocado season. This job will involve both packing, shed, and field work. A forklift ticket would be a bonus but is not a necessity. The job is for this summer and will finish in mid-August. The hours will be dependent on the markets and weather. We are situated at Ban Springs, in the North Burnett Region of Queensland and 1.5 hours from Bundaberg. We are in a COVID-19 safe environment. For further information please contact [Contact info available to subscribers].

CARETAKER COUPLE WANTED for Moonaree Station in the North West Pastoral area of South Australia. The job involves living in a homestead at one end of the property and being responsible for maintaining the garden and house. Wage to be negotiated and looking for the couple to stay some months if possible. We will need references. Please reply by email to [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].

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]

[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 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 for your RV, power, water and small wage included. The caretaker couple will need to start in August. For further information please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

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].

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].

Belgium

HELP URGENTLY REQUIRED. I need one or two people to help me with my ship, for several weeks, possibly through to September. The ship is a beautiful Dutch barge. It’s warm and cozy, and you get your own room. The work is very simple, just housekeeping maybe a bit of ship maintenance and help with the ropes when mooring. You need to be available very soon. No experience required though you need to speak preferably English or French. I will be heading north to the south Netherlands for summer cruising. And I’m totally not interested if you want to do any drug stuff…on the other hand, meditation, art and conscious living would be wonderful. If you’re in the area and would like more details, please call [Contact info available to subscribers].

California

FULL-TIME RANCH MANAGEMENT COUPLE needed on a private property in Livermore, CA. Responsibilities will include full responsibility for ranch maintenance, keeping the grounds and buildings and facilities exceptionally maintained and clean, providing exceptional customer service/support for the property owner, his family and their guests, ensuring that efficient systems (electrical, irrigation, plumbing, etc.) are functioning well, and ranch improvement and construction projects to be done. Salary depends on experience and housing is offered. To apply, please forward your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

FULL-TIME ONSITE PROPERTY CARETAKER POSITION available now in the Gold Country of northern California. Typical duties will include: maintaining the residence, maintaining the grounds, keeping the grass cut and the landscape maintained, repairing any issues that arise with the property, daily communication with the property manager and owner, checking for damage, cleanliness, electrical and plumbing issues and any appliance and structural discrepancies, repair and painting of windows, walls, doors, etc., as necessary. The caretaker responsibilities are that you must look presentable, must have excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, have at least one year of property management or maintenance experience, and have a high school or equivalent education. A current driver’s license/ID and registration is required. For more information, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

RANCH CARETAKER WANTED in Tulelake, located 45 miles south of Klamath Falls. If you like peace, quiet and solitude, and have general maintenance skills, this is the place for you. I’m looking for a financially stable and responsible person or couple to live full-time on my ranch in exchange for watching over the ranch when I’m away and helping with general maintenance and running of the ranch. If you have animals bring them along, such as dogs (on approval), horses (corral, stalls and free grazing available), goats, chickens, etc. Requirements: a non-smoker, absolutely no drug and/or alcohol abuse, bring your own RV or trailer, a cell phone, a 4-wheel or all-wheel drive vehicle, and be physically fit to work on a ranch. I’m offering: free covered RV space with full hook-ups including water, trash, and sewer, up to $100 towards electricity per month, internet, a fenced yard, and $200 per month compensation from October 1st through March 1st while I’m away. You will be responsible for propane, maintaining your yard area, helping with the care of the orchard and bees, check water for cows, helping with general clean-up, have knowledge of electricity and plumbing, and taking care of your own animals. A background check will be required (at your expense). For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers] (No emails or texts). Thanks.

SEEKING A COUPLE to perform caretaker duties at the [Contact info available to subscribers] near Lake Tahoe. This beautiful Lodge has undergone major renovations and has been converted into a unique event venue for weddings, corporate retreats, private events, and family reunions. The goal is to continue renovations at the lodge to enhance its event capabilities, while also reopening the Lodge’s bar and restaurant when the event season is slow. This position requires a couple who is comfortable with guests from all walks of life, prior event and hospitality experience, and a strong maintenance background for the upkeep of this picturesque property. Please send your resume in a Word document to [Contact info available to subscribers]

A BEAUTIFUL HUMBOLDT RANCH is seeking a mature, financially independent, on-site caretaker. This is a non-salaried position, however a small stipend is available. This is a rare opportunity for the right individual to live peacefully “off the grid” in a secluded, tranquil setting in the middle of beautiful redwoods along the Lower Klamath River. The job requires approximately 15 hours of service per week – mowing, pruning, gardening, etc. We are seeking a person who cherishes their privacy and solitude as much as we do. The person must be: non-smoking; no drugs; pass a background check; computer skills would be greatly appreciated; most importantly, no drama. We will provide very modest free housing; all utilities; high speed internet and best of all – seclusion and peace. If interested in learning more please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

CALIFORNIA SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAINS RETREAT CENTER is seeking a caretaker couple for long-term employment. This is a live in position, with housing provided. The caretaker house, rental cabin and retreat center are off grid with solar and generator power. There are septic and water systems and access by dirt road. The gas is propane. The caretaker’s house is a three bedroom, 2½ bathroom, with a master bedroom, laundry, garage, yard, cell phone booster and internet. There is a 4×4 truck for work use. Duties: Caretaker #1 (a salaried position) assist and supervise two to three part-time employees with cleaning and maintenance. Interact with renters and neighbors, and work closely with the Company Manager. Caretaker #2 (an hourly position) equipment and vehicle upkeep, emergency weather upkeep, including road repair, as needed. Maintaining solar and generator systems. Maintenance and repair as needed on the property. Hours: Caretaker #1 will be roughly 20 hours weekly. Caretaker #2 will be two to four hours per week. Requirements: possess US Citizens or green card, do a background check, and credit check, have a driver’s license, bank account, references, your own vehicles, tools, be in good health, and one caretaker able to pick up and carry 50 lbs. Should be comfortable with mountain environment/outdoors, tools and equipment operation and working with others. Salary will be dependent upon experience. Includes housing, and monthly pay for Caretaker 1. Bi-weekly hourly pay for Caretaker 2. Hiring may be delayed due to COVID but please feel free to send your cover letter, salary expectations and resume now to [Contact info available to subscribers]

PROPERTY CARETAKER NEEDED in Tehachapi, California. This is a part-time, live-in position (20-30 hours/week – mostly Monday – Friday) to feed animals, handle gardening/weeds, mend fences, sprinkler/water lines and typical handyman/ranch tasks. This hands-on position is for an experienced person, with employment references, who is able to work alone, without supervision, training or drama. Housing for one person is available in a Travel Trailer, plus electrical-septic-water provided. A California driver’s license plus good DMV record needed. Pick-up truck and tractor experience preferred. Compensation will be $13.50/hour. No under-the-table cash payments. Must pass a background check. This is a low stress, position which often permits flexible work hours. Seniors encouraged to apply. Please email your work history/references and contact info for consideration to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SEEKING A LIVE-IN MANAGER for an 18-room Inn in Sonoma Wine Country. Responsibilities involve management of a small staff for the front and back of house. Candidate must have prior hotel experience. Position involves someone who wears many hats and is able to do whatever it takes to ensure guest satisfaction as well as grounds and property maintenance. Knowledge of ThinkReservations POS and computer skills is a plus. The right candidate should be people oriented and have strong work ethic, be service focused, energetic and have keen eye for attention to details. Benefits include a one bedroom apartment on the property, salary will depend on experience, potential year-end bonus, and vacation. Interested candidates should email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] and include references and availability. Thanks.

NEED A LONG-TERM LIVE-IN ASSISTANT INNKEEPER couple to help an existing live-in Innkeeper couple for the romantic 16 room [Contact info available to subscribers] in Elk, CA. We are looking for an energetic, outgoing couple who enjoys nature and the outdoors. You love creating magical, memorable experiences for guests and are meticulous in attention to detail. You are great under pressure and able to multitask. You enjoy Innkeeping alone and also as a team, are self-motivated. As a team player, you are able to seek to understand and then to be understood, working out problems and issues with patience and grace. We expect that you come with experience in B&B operations (or boutique hotel operations), especially hands-on experience in housekeeping, laundry, cooking, and guest operations. For maintenance, we are looking for experience with all kinds of around-the-house tasks. If any one of you have the Spa Therapist/Masseuse skills it would be killer combination. For the right candidate, there is no limit on compensation. Incentive and profit sharing will be part of the compensation. Once we receive your resume, a video or audio call will be scheduled and then you will be invited to come and stay with us for a week to access if we are cut for each other. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

GRAZING ASSISTANCE HELP NEEDED at a Regenerative Farm. We are building a 130-acre regenerative farm in Rescue, California. We are looking for someone to assist with establishing rotational grazing of cows, goats and sheep. Part-time to full-time for a few months or years or part-time contract consulting. Housing available. Must have experience with grazing animals. Ideally, you will have a shepherd dog. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Canada

SHORT-TERM CAT/house sitting opportunity available. We need someone to stay and farm/house sit for about ten days starting around the last week of September. We live in Gillam, a small town on the Nelson River in northern Manitoba. We are near the Hudson Bay Railway line. You can stay here for free, sightsee in the area, but be here enough hours in the day to keep our cats company (there are two of them). Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Caribbean

[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 Ecoprojects. 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

A SMALL LUXURY BED AND BREAKFAST in Morrison, Colorado is looking for a live-in housekeeper/caretaker. Job duties include cleaning rooms (toilets, tubs, floors, sinks, making beds, dusting, etc.) and restocking (like a hotel), doing laundry with destaining, washing, drying, folding and putting away. Cooking breakfast and checking in guests. When we are slow, we have you work in the office, help with maintenance, etc. Includes a small room with some storage, futon bed, private shared kitchen, private shared bath, flat screen with direct TV and Wi-Fi (there is a computer room to use if you don’t have one). We supply everything: linens, pots, pans, plates, glassware, silverware, pillows, blankets, laundry soap, cleaning supplies, paper towels, paper plates, even toilet paper! No electric, no Wi-Fi, no heat, no trash, no water, no monthly bills, nothing! All you need to bring is your clothes. Don’t even need a car. No commuting and sitting in traffic. Just get up and get to it. Once trained you will basically be self-managed and make your own schedule. It’s about $14/hour, including room and board, some meals, supplies, etc. Oh, you also get breakfast the days you work. Sorry but no kids or pets. If you are a desk job type of person, you probably won’t like this job. Please mail your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]. No calls.

LONG-TERM RANCH HAND NEEDED IN EVERGREEN! In search of a long-term ranch hand for a small ranch. The ideal candidate must have experience with horses and other livestock. The individual must be responsible and dependable and be willing to clean stalls, tend to animals’ care needs, clean paddocks and other areas, fix fences, keep the place clean and presentable, exercise horses, transport animals as needed (valid driver’s license and good record), and be a team player. Ability to break and train horses would be great. Housing provided. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

A PRIVATE RANCH is looking for a full-time, year-round caretaker/ranch manager for our 300 acres near Lake City, Colorado. Includes three large dwellings, a large workshop and barn, and two irrigated pastures. A combination of general mechanic, construction, and agricultural experience required. Backhoe, tractor, and vehicle operation/maintenance required. Road, pond, and river maintenance as well as pasture with large irrigation system. General household maintenance and cleaning. Looking for a self-starter and someone with initiative. Benefits package available. Full-time housing available on ranch. References required. Salary based on experience. Please email your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] Please no calls at this time.

[Contact info available to subscribers] is looking for a superb individual or couple to come out to the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains and work at our colorful, funky, and fun hostel this coming winter season. Mingle with guests from around the world, learn the in’s and out’s of a small business, and enjoy the endless activities that surround this beautiful area. Daily tasks will include: checking in guests, detail oriented cleaning and bed making, taking reservations, laundry, and answering phone calls. A commitment of at least one month is preferred, however, longer stays are an option. In return, we offer a comfortable place for you to stay, time off when you want it and the opportunity to make new friends every day! The hostel includes a large communal kitchen, living space, private and shared rooms, multiple bathrooms and of course, a large costume closet. Outside we have yard games, BBQ, fire pit, hammocks, bikes, and gardens for everyone to enjoy. The area we live in is exceptionally beautiful and loaded with world class biking, climbing, rafting, hiking, and skiing. We are truly “a bed between adventures”. If interested, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

LIVE-ON RANCH ASSISTANT NEEDED. A large working ranch property (6,500 acres) north of Vail, Colorado has created a new position for a Ranch Assistant to live on the property and handle a variety of physical, hands-on management and maintenance tasks. The ranch owner would like to hire a professional with excellent trades skills (carpentry, basic plumbing and electrical, welding, etc. all a plus) who is comfortable working around horses, livestock, and other members of the team. The successful candidate should be knowledgeable in many areas of ranch operations and management, such as: irrigation and water systems, including creeks, desalination, etc.; vehicle upkeep, servicing, and maintenance; and upkeep of trails and roads. Must be licensed to operate heavy farm and ranch machinery and vehicles. Basic proficiency with computers, smartphones, tablets, email, etc. required; additional technology skills and ability to perform basic troubleshooting a plus. To be considered, you should have five to ten years of ranch experience. This position will involve physical labor and requires the ability to lift and handle heavy machinery, materials, and livestock. Excellent compensation offered, depending on experience, with benefits (including paid live-on accommodations); relocation available. This role is full-time and year-round. To be considered, please apply for [Contact info available to subscribers] Immediate interviews via videoconference available. Qualified applicants will be contacted.

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. September availability. 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]

LIVE-IN CARETAKER JOB AVAILABLE at a Greenwich Estate. This couple with adult children and two dogs is looking to hire an experienced hands-on caretaker to oversee their large property in Greenwich, Connecticut. The position is year-round, live-in at the separate guest house. This job requires someone who is flexible, resourceful, who has handled a job like this before, can maintain machinery and buildings, mow the grass and trim the hedges, keep the pool clean, can interface with vendors, fix things inside and outside the house, and do some landscaping. Must be flexible to work weekends if needed. Salary will depend on experience. To apply, please send your professional caretaker resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thanks.

England

house sitter needed for our beautiful ancient longhouse in Devon with lots of land, a stream, and log fires. house sitters are needed for the month of November, as we like to travel and are optimistic that the Covid-19 will have diminished enough to allow travel or a vaccine will be available by that time. Need someone to look after the house and two small well-behaved dogs. Nothing arduous, just being around and feeding the two pooches. Lots to see nearby, just six miles from Exeter, and 20 minutes from the coast. We’ve had lots of USA, Australian and NZ house sitters in the past – always good. house sitters will need their own transport or we have bikes, the nearest town is 2½ miles away. Your accommodation is a huge beamed bedroom with en-suite. Plenty of logs for the fires in winter. We have all the modern conveniences. If you are interested, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

FULL-TIME EXPERIENCED HOUSEKEEPER needed in Wiltshire. An energetic and experienced housekeeper is required to look after a beautiful Grade 1 listed home. The household consists of a couple with an extended family and grandchildren who stay on a regular basis. They are looking for someone who is flexible, organized, and proactive with a keen eye for detail. Must be calm and discreet with the ability to prioritize housekeeping and domestic responsibilities (hands on cleaning). High standard of laundry required and confident modern cook for breakfast and occasional meals. Must be a car driver, and animal lover with excellent references. Salary £25,000 – £30,000 annually. Live in or live out cottage available as part of the package. Excellent references/DBS required. Please apply by mailing your resume and references to Box 1213449 ‘TL’, 39-40 Bedford Street, London WC2E 9ER, UK.

LIVE-IN DOMESTIC COUPLE needed in London, Hampstead. Our client, with a large six bedroom residence in Hampstead, is looking for a domestic couple to start ASAP. The client does not live permanently in London and is currently not often in residence. The ideal couple should, therefore, be flexible with their time as when he comes into residence it will be full on – when he leaves, time can be taken back. The client is only in residence around 20% of the year. The role of the couple, when he is not in residence, is to very much take care of the property and ensure it is in a ready state for his return. When he is in residence, the couple will be undertaking all duties including housekeeping, house management, driving, and some occasional cooking. The ideal couple would have had prior experience working in a similar setting. Duties will include hands-on housekeeping; laundry and care of fine fabrics; care of wardrobe, packing and unpacking; informal service when he is in residence; driving of the client; running of errands; management of contractors and maintenance; and some occasional meal preparation/light cooking. The client may also need some help dressing/undressing, and this will be the role of the male part of the couple, so you must be comfortable with this element. Hours will be Monday to Friday, 9:00am, 5:00pm but you will need to be flexible to work longer hours when the client is in residence. Two rooms and a private bathroom within the residence will be provided as accommodation. When the client is not in residence the couple will be able to use the residence including the sitting rooms and kitchen as their own, within reason. Parking is available and extra storage can be provided for any other items in garages/outbuildings. The salary will be 50,000 – 60,000 gross per annum. To apply, please email your resume and salary expectations to [Contact info available to subscribers] in the Subject Line.

Florida

LOOKING FOR A PAIR of responsible, neat, and hardworking people to take care of a 4-acre oceanfront property in Islamorada, FL. The position entails 20 hours/week of efficient work between the couple, comprising roughly of 60% landscaping and yard maintenance, 15% domestic cleaning, 15% small repairs, and 10% various errands and vendor relationships. Outdoor physical labor is expected year-round – people who are not in good physical shape or normally engaged in such work may not be a good fit. Compensation is a free rent of a lovely recently-built two bedroom cottage with all appliances and utilities included. There is no salary. For more details and an application for this opportunity please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

SEEKING A MATURE COUPLE to assist a recently widowed lady. Duties would include housekeeping, yard work, grocery shopping and other errands, occasionally driving her to appointments, and cooking a few nights per week. You would live rent free in a fully furnished two bedroom/two bath garage apartment on the property – which is located on a beautiful north Florida lake. Electricity and a $15.00 per hour salary is included. On average, the couple will need to dedicate 30 hours per week to the duties above, and it’s acceptable for one or both to have outside employment that doesn’t conflict with these duties. This couple needs to be able bodied and easily be able to negotiate stairs, needs to be detail oriented and self-motivated. Honest, kind and a pleasant disposition are a must. Work history and references are required. A background check will be done. If this sounds like a good fit for you, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hawaii

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!

ALOHA FROM THE BIG ISLAND OF HAWAII. Escape the cold, and exchange your environment for the tropics. Our 2.25-acre estate in Kona is in need of an individual who can care for its landscape, gardens, and general maintenance. This commitment is for a minimum of 90 days, but a longer-term position could be possible, if all parties are content. This position is available now. If hired, one can expect round trip airfare from your nearest major airport to Kona, Hawaii. While on the property, we will provide you with private hi-end accommodations with cable and Wi-Fi, maid service once a week, gourmet breakfast and dinner, and a negotiated stipend. Lastly, we will occasionally give you free use of a vehicle to explore the island. We are in one of the most beautiful parts of Hawaii, and I believe the in the world. We are seeking a self-motivated, organized, in shape and strong, and very tidy and clean individual, who will work 30+ hours a week to upkeep our estate’s land, agriculture, and gardens. We are willing to train in our procedures, but you must have experience. There are occasions where we have to do a little sanding and painting, and pressure washing. We live in a jungle where it is absolutely necessary to spray herbicides and insecticides. We do our best to be as organic as possible. You must be proficient and competent in using a commercial mower, weed eater, blower, hedge trimmer, chain saw, and pole saw. We use mostly Stihl equipment, and have an echo weed eater, and a commercial mower by Honda. This equipment will be your responsibility to maintain, and you should be able to do light repairs on them. You will have to tend to all fertilizing and weed maintenance. You must be competent in installing, maintaining, and repairing irrigation. We use Toro products. We have over 60 different fruit and spice trees, and edible berries and bushes, vegetable and herb gardens, and a ¾ acre botanical garden with rare palms, Heliconia, and Gingers. We are in the process of adding three lotus and lily ponds, and in July we are hoping to open our pigmy goat farm. It is fabulous, but it is hard work to maintain all of them. If you love plants and the outdoors, this is your dream job. The property has a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. It is a spectacular place. If you feel this position might be your calling, please send me your resume and a list of references. I will review them and give you a call to set up an interview time. I can do Skype and FaceTime. No drug use, non-smoker, and responsible alcohol use! Please have one of these options available for your interviews. All applicants will be subject to background checks. You may contact me, [Contact info available to subscribers] for questions. Please forward resumes and references to [Contact info available to subscribers] and include the terms “House of Kona, caretakers” in the subject line of your email. Responses should be received within 48 hours. Aloha and mahalo!

Iceland

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED from September 20 to October 3, 2020 at the Botanical Gardens of Reykjavik. This is the tenth year in a row [Contact info available to subscribers] offers projects in the Botanical Gardens in Reykjavik. The Botanic Garden is an outdoor collection of living plants, founded in 1961. The garden’s main role is to conserve plants for education, research and delight. It conserves some 5,000 plant species in eight plant collections. The collections give an idea of the enormous diversity of vegetation in the northern temperate zone. The garden is open to the public and free of charge. [Contact info available to subscribers] volunteers will be doing general park maintenance and assisting the horticultural staff attending the collection of perennials, alpines, trees and shrubs in the garden. The garden organizes guided tours and events throughout the summer and some groups of volunteers will assist in the preparation and practical work related to some of these events. The group of volunteers will be able to join them. These special events are all related to the general aim and work of the garden and some of them are carried out with a short notice. The work can be repetitive as general gardening tasks tend to be and most of it is outdoors. The project starts early every weekday, working hours are from 8:00 – 15:00, except on Friday when work finishes at 12:00 as a part of an ongoing research into shortening the working week. Volunteers have to be motivated to join early in the morning, but in compensation they will have more free time in the afternoon. Lunch will be ordered on working days and shared with the local staff. No previous experience is necessary. As it is outdoors work, volunteers shall be ready to adapt and be flexible with the working and free-time schedule, as depending on the weather, we may not be able to perform some of the tasks or activities planned. [Contact info available to subscribers] volunteers will stay in an equipped house, in a beautiful setting in the Botanical Gardens of Reykjavik, which are located about four kilometers from the center of the city. Volunteers will be sleeping in shared rooms/dorms in a sleeping bag accommodation. Please bring your own sleeping bag. Please note that volunteers from other projects will also be staying in the same house. Volunteers will receive food supplies and be in charge of the cooking and cleaning activities. Do not forget some traditional/typical food and/or drinks from your home country for the international evening. Reykjavik is a dynamic, modern city which lives in harmony with beautiful nature, using renewable energy sources such as geothermal power. About two thirds of the population of Iceland live in Reykjavik including the metropolitan area, or over 200,000 people. The world’s northernmost capital bridges the Atlantic, between Europe and North America. Reykjavik is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Ocean on almost all sides. Visitors experience easily the pure energy at the heart of Iceland’s capital, whether from the boiling thermal energy underground, the natural green energy within the city and around it, or the lively culture and fun-filled nightlife. Closer than 100 km from Reykjavik, there are several spectacular waterfalls, geysers, impressive coastline and the well-known geothermal Blue Lagoon spa to visit. Other excursions (South Shore, Hot River hike, Snaefellsnes or Reykjanes Peninsula) can be arranged at discount fares for SEEDS participants in case there is additional free time after work or during the weekends. Participants in this camp will have a free pass to access one of the largest swimming pools in Iceland, situated within walking distance from the camp’s accommodation. Weather is unpredictable and it can be cold and rainy, be prepared to experience all kinds of weather. We recommend to bring good walking shoes/boots, warm and/or waterproof clothes (under layers, overcoats, scarves, gloves and hats) as most of the tasks and activities take place outside. English will be the official language in the camp; high proficiency is not a requirement. Our meeting point will be at SEEDS office in Reykjavik at 18:00 (6:00 pm) on September 20. Participants that cannot arrive on time (later or delayed flights) will be sent information on how to reach the camp on their own. For more information, and to learn more, please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers].

Illinois

LANDSCAPING AND GARDENING HELP NEEDED on an enchanting property. Preferably a couple, family, or individual. Must be willing to relocate and live a peaceful life on our 150-year-old, 80 acre farm located one hour outside of Chicago. We are not commercial; it’s a relaxed environment with beautiful facilities. We have a natural spring pond, fishing, canoes, sand volleyball, tennis court, pavilion, wooded trails, farm animals, horse stables, and a loving, open-minded family awaiting the ones who want to become part of this caring team. Ideal backgrounds in: -Groundskeeping/Landscaping (weeding, mowing, maintaining and clearing trails, etc.) -Mechanical/Machinery skills (farm equipment knowledge; use and maintenance) -Handyman skills -Livestock experience (feeding; small number of animals) -Construction (mending fences, home projects, etc.) -Event planning like weddings In exchange, you will be provided with a house (separate from the main residence), free utilities/rent, use of a vehicle, and use of any facilities on the property. Quality of life – living the dream. Please email [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, in August. Please mail your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Japan

HELP NEEDED in my very safe town of Shiraoi. My town is located in Iburi, Hokkaido, Japan and still has no Covid-19 infections, so that I can host only safe guests in order to protect my town as well as myself. Summer time is here in Hokkaido and so it’s a great time to grow lovely vegetables. A room for your homestay is available here. Because of the help I would like to get from you, those who have enough experience/knowledge of handling household chores and cooking are welcome. There is no problem if you cannot cook Japanese dishes. Vegetarian is welcome only from summer to autumn. I am a 60-year-old male, and early retired from a country manager position in a multinational enterprise. I have had a small private organic vegetable garden for a few years now. I would be happy if someone can help me to maintain my vegetable garden and household chores including cooking. I also enjoy helping my guests learn the Japanese language. We can visit sightseeing places/aesthetic landscape when we have free time. At the same time I`m interested to hear your stories and learn foreign languages as well as yoga and massage. My house has a natural hot spring so that you are free to enjoy it as well as my free accommodations. My house also has floor heating by the hot spring, so it’s a 100% echo system. Let`s enjoy hiking in the summer and skiing in the winter, long-term stay preferred. But please do not apply if you do not love a slow life with the hot springs and seafood/sashimi in the countryside here. By the way, I am a LGBT/gay friendly host, but I do not smoke, and only drink very little. To connect, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Property Caretaker Profile

Finding a long-term home in Puget Sound Address: [Contact info available to subscribers] Interests: boating, hiking, essential oils Quote: “We also learned it’s a very good idea to find out what’s in short supply in the area you want to be and get certifications in that area.”

Sara and Jeff on a cool day on the island

We really never dreamed about being in such a great situation! Six months ago, we were in a relatively short-term housesit in the high desert of New Mexico. We had been applying to positions for about four months via The Caretaker Gazette that were more in mountainous areas. We were looking especially near Jeff’s favorite place: Flathead Valley in Northwest Montana, in the heart of the Rocky Mountains wild lands between the Salish Mountains to the west, and the Whitefish, Swan and Mission Ranges, rising to the continental divide, to the east. At this time, Jeff saw the Gazette ad for a seasonal caretaker for a small island in Puget Sound that really looked interesting! We had not really considered that location, but the more we thought about it, the more we loved it! We made it through the first part of the interview process but then a couple who were further along the process got the job. Although disappointed, we just kept applying to any other caretaker job in the San Juan Islands. But two weeks later, the small island asked if we were still available. We were hired and would start in about a month…and then rumors of road closures due to the virus situation started to spread. After getting the okay to arrive sooner, we tied up loose ends for two days and enjoyed a 25 hour road trip! We likely should have asked a few more questions in the hiring process to really see what we were getting into, but it all worked out. Since we are Harbor Masters for two docks, our house needs to have a nice water view. We have a very nice view in a very acceptable house. We maintain a common area that includes a clubhouse, a shower and laundry room. Mowing the airstrip grass is also a high priority. We have made many friends, which has come in handy since we don’t have a boat. Weather permitting, we can often get a small plane ride, or a boat ride, to the mainland on our days off. Or just use a water taxi. It all takes time though and multiple hops. About boats… every single person here told us not to get a boat… except one – a person who, of course, sells boats! Very funny! Boats, like horses and planes, are expensive, and need lots of maintenance. We are only used to freshwater boats. But out here, if a boat doesn’t get bottom painted it will have barnacles in just a few weeks! What we’ve learned about applying for a caretaker position along the way is pretty typical:

– Persistence – Follow your intuition – Add value first – Get everything in writing – Be flexible yet have good boundaries – Know your worth – Avoid politics like the plague

But we also learned it’s a very good idea to find out what’s in short supply in the area you want to be and get certifications in that area. One thing out here in short supply are Water System Operators. So Jeff is working on that certification. One unexpected thing: Jeff thought this area would be rainy all the time, like Seattle’s reputation. But it’s not at all! We are in the rain shadow of a mountain so it really does not rain here unless it’s a medium to big storm. Even then, the sun often comes out at least a little bit every day. And it’s basically been sunny now in mid-July for over a week. Many people here are very friendly! We have had all kinds of offers to use other’s boats. In the end, we mostly use a friend’s old boat because “nothing about it is worth more than $50.” We are still careful with it, but we don’t have to worry about scratching the inflatable boat because it already is nicely scratched up! Others tidbits… on these San Juan Islands, the bear, deer and apparently fox, all swim between islands! Some deer have been hand fed, so they will, near the places they have been fed, come right up to a person. We are very grateful for The Caretaker Gazette and the caretaker opportunities that they publish! I don’t know how we could have ever found this position without it bridging the gap for us! Thank you!

Sara and Jeff enjoying the sunshine in Puget Sound

Kansas

CARETAKER/RURAL FARMSTEAD APPRENTICE WANTED in north-central Kansas. Isolated country living awaits the outdoor enthusiast. Offering a rustic five acre homestead with house, barn, outbuildings, fruit trees, and brambles, panoramas in exchange for windbreak maintenance and property improvements. Equipment available for tillage, carpentry, chickens, apiculture, aquaculture, critters. Long-term applicants preferred, tell me of your interest to live on and renovate a High Plains throwback. Organic preferred, but surrounded by conventional. Lots of birds, wind, things to do, easy social distancing. Close to Rock City. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Maryland

AN ELDERLY COUPLE in good health seeks a hands-on single caretaker or couple to help them be as independent as possible in their lives. They live in a large 7,000 sq. ft. home on two acres in Annapolis, which they will share with their caretaker(s). They are looking for someone without any “baggage” who is/are honest, helpful, very organized, and nonsmoking. These caretakers will be replacing the caretakers hired a year ago. Responsibilities will include driving, companionship, cooking, laundry, and light housekeeping. This is a professional couple who are still very active and social; they go out to dinner a lot. If you have a pleasant personality and would love to improve the quality of life for two very special people, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience and includes benefits. To apply, please email your resume and references to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include “Annapolis Opportunity” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes. Thanks.

Massachusetts

PROPERTY MANAGER(S) NEEDED for an historic house and barn in Eastern Massachusetts. This lovely property is owned and operated by a non-profit historical society which has been a thriving and vital presence in the area since the early 20th century. We are looking for reliable, non-smoking, drug-free, congenial person(s) to live on site in the apartment at the house. The position involves rental management for weddings and events. Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication and computer skills are essential. Duties include giving rental tours, processing payments, assuring the needs of renters are met, and oversight during rentals to see that the property is treated appropriately. Hospitality experience is preferred. Property Manager(s) assure that the property and buildings are secure, clean, and maintained. Duties include carrying out minor maintenance and overseeing landscapers, cleaners, and other contractors as needed. Property Manager(s) work closely with the Board of Directors, handle inquiries, and forward mail, email, and phone calls to the proper individuals. This position is part-time. Remuneration includes the on-site apartment with most utilities, plus commissions from rentals. Please send resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mexico

SHELTER IN PARADISE! Seeking caretaker(s) for a ranch near a spectacular beach on the Pacific Coast of Mexico. Comfortable housing, internet, dipping pool with ocean view and food stipend in exchange for two to three hours per day maintenance, light animal care and yard work. Looking for a commitment through mid-October with a longer-term situation possible. Candidate(s) must be intermediate or higher Spanish, very comfortable in nature, and passionate about sustainability. Experience with ranch life or Latin America a plus. References required. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Michigan

SEEKING A DOMESTIC CARETAKER OR COUPLE in the Traverse City, Michigan area (local candidates only). This is a great immediate opportunity for an experienced housekeeper or domestic couple to maintain a large, family vacation home. This is a very hands-on position which involves housekeeping, laundry, running errands, driving and supervising vendors/contractors. Must also be able to do heavy lifting, basic handyman skills and safely operate a boat/jet ski, split firewood, etc. The caretaker/couple must have a very friendly yet professional, service-oriented demeanor to accommodate the family and many guests. The ideal candidate(s) has held a similar role in a large family estate, bed & breakfast, lodge/resort or hotel. The principals are seeking a candidate(s) already living close to the Traverse City area. This is a live-out, year-round salaried position: responsibilities will be very minimal during the winter season except when the principals are in residence. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Montana

HOW ABOUT A FUN SUMMER JOB meeting new people and living in the mountains? [Contact info available to subscribers] is a family-owned and operated guest ranch on the spectacular Rocky Mountain Front. We are seeking a mature, outgoing individual with a ready smile, willingness to work hard, have fun, and a love of the outdoors and people. This position works in both housekeeping and the kitchen. Duties include cleaning cabins, lodge, and public areas, occasional yard work, or working in the gift shop. Kitchen duties include setting up the dining room, serving and cleanup. It is a very team-oriented position in a fun work environment. Excellent customer service skills required. As with most dude ranches, we compensate you in several ways. You will receive full room and board, a monthly salary, gratuities, and the opportunity to work and play in a spectacular setting. To apply please forward your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

SINGLE CARETAKER WANTED. Prefer a single woman with her own income to housesit from October 1st to May 1st 2021 while I’m away. Longer term possible. No rent, but you must pay all utilities. I have a very comfortable house with kitchen, living room, craft room, bedroom, and bathroom upstairs (main floor). Four rooms, and a bathroom downstairs (basement). Must be a clean housekeeper, and a non-smoker. No drugs, no pets, and no children. I live on the north edge of a small community in central Montana. There is an oversize one car garage with an electric overhead door. A background check, and references are required. There are six young laying hens available for fresh eggs, or I will give them away beforehand. Please write to [Contact info available to subscribers].

A SMALL SHEEP RANCH in northern Montana offers hands-on-learning experiences. We run about 75 head of ewes for wool and lamb crops. There is need for sheep herding help in the summer, lambing help during February through April in particular. Shipping is in August. But internships accepted all year. No pay involved. Other ranch activities include plantings for wildlife, fencing, farming, gardening and landscaping, building and repairs. Besides sheep, ranch animals include horses and goats. I would welcome helpers who have some skills in carpentry, construction, painting, driving tractors, fencing – or who want to learn. Several projects are lined up that would give a variety of experiences. Summer and fall are wonderful times to spend in this area as time off to see Glacier Park and rodeos, fairs, other events are easily scheduled. Please email [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] in the Subject Line.

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]. Thanks.

New Jersey

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A house sitter from September 1, October 1, 2020 for our home in Jersey City, NJ. This will just be an exchange of your house sitting service for the living space in our home, no pay involved. You should be comfortable with city living. Our home is in a quiet urban neighborhood and has a small garden which will need some watering if we get into a dry spell. We are close to shops, restaurants and other stores. The house sitter’s primary responsibility will be to look after our home and care for our two dogs while we are away. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] if you are available and please provide checkable references.

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 located 25 minutes from Santa Fe, and $500/month stipend. A beautiful 600 sq. ft. one bedroom with kitchenette and bath will be provided, on 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 are covered by others. Pets are okay. Non-smoking. One year commitment. Security deposit is $850. Professional references are required. Our current caretaker will serve as your reference for us. Please have extensive recent horse experienced. 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

FULL-TIME CARETAKER/HOUSE MAINTENANCE COUPLE needed in Remsenburg, NY. A legal, mature couple is needed to live here rent-free in exchange for maintaining my house. Other responsibilities are cooking, food shopping and cleaning when I’m there – most generally on weekends. To apply, please email your resume to [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]

New Zealand

HOUSE RENOVATION HELPERS WANTED in Morningside (a suburb of Auckland). I have space for one to three people to help me build a stone wall and paint my house. I have a large house, on top of a hill, and an easy 15 minute walk to Whangarei center. We work a half day (four to five hours of work time), in exchange for food and board. I have one single bed, plus one comfortable sofa, plus one foam mattress. We will take turns cooking (but I pay for all food). The food is good, have a beer, and the house is spacious, and has a balcony overlooking the city. I have ultra-fast Wi-Fi (unlimited). I will take you caving and other stuff around here, depending on the weather, etc. I have done heaps of travelling myself and am pretty relaxed. I’ve had about 50 travelers come to stay here, usually they stay for a week or a month. For more details, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]. Cheers!

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 (there is a lot of grass slashing, gravel path maintenance, clearing fallen trees, weed spraying, house and roof painting, gardening, etc.); 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] Applications will close when a suitable couple is found.

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 [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.

North Carolina

CARETAKE/RENT, LONG-TERM. Off-grid, all solar, small log cabin in the North Carolina Mountains. Needs well, finish work. Possible ownership for the right person. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

HELP NEEDED. Great to bring your RV or tiny home and enjoy the nature and fresh food. We have a private farm with almost two acres of yard to care for on a crop farm with about 30 acres of crops and 40 acres of woods. The house is not for the stay, just the yard. A handyperson can figure out how to hook up his/her RV or tiny home to the electric and well running into the house. Locally there is kayaking on the river, the Hope House, the Scotland Neck Bird Reserve, Albemarle Sound, Edenton, and Little Washington. Located two hours from Kitty Hawk and Nags Head. One hour to Greenville (Civilization), and two and a half hours to Raleigh. We rent the farmland to an old friend who has the right to come and go to check on his crops, but after planting you will not see him too much until harvest time, but he is pleasant, helpful, and full of local knowledge. Ultimately, we are looking for a long-term property manager who could help turn the home into a vacation rental or add cottages and make a bed and breakfast or campground, or storage facility. We can arrange for the property manager to share in the profits or pay a flat rent and enjoy any profit beyond the set amount. house sitters can plant what they would like to in the garden. Hunt if it is hunting season. We also need the house sitters to take care of the yard and garden, mow the lawn, pull weeds, dispose of dead flowers and debris, harvest the nuts, fruit, berries, grapes so that they do not attract rodents. Also, if possible there are some repairs, paint, and remodeling needs we could trade for a long-term stay. We can discuss this arrangement over the phone or after a trial week of seeing if the property is a match. For more information please email [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. We are looking for a long-term person. If this is something that you may be interested in please text [Contact info available to subscribers]. Thanks.

Oregon

LOOKING FOR AN ENERGETIC COUPLE with their own RV, with excellent people skills to help with a private family campground, doing maintenance, landscaping, cleaning the club house and rest rooms, in return for free RV space rent and utilities. We are 10 minutes from Eugene on the beautiful Fern Ridge Lake. Minimum commitment through September 30 required. If you are interested, please email your resumes and a photo of your RV to caretakergazette@gmail.com and include “Oregon Opportunity” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes.

HELP NEEDED in a Corvallis lofted barn. Helpers may be asked to do a variety of tasks: cleaning and laundry, renovating my home, landscaping and maintaining a small urban garden, painting, yard cleaning, errands, art projects, photography and videography. There are short and long-term home stay options: (one week to six months). This is an opportunity for free accommodation in exchange for work, and helpers provide their own meals. This homestay is for my residence during the summer, spring and fall in the green and vibrant college town, Corvallis, Oregon, home of Oregon State University. We are 45 minutes north of Eugene, and ninety minutes south of Portland, Oregon. There are lush forests and waterfalls nearby and amazing hiking trails! I am a Yoga, Dance, Acrobatics, and Thai Massage instructor and also do room rentals and property management in Oregon and Arizona. I enjoy cultural exchanges and skill sharing, I am always learning. I enjoy eating a mostly plant-based diet and prefer to host people with similar healthy lifestyle habits. No smoking, no alcohol, no drugs. I also prefer no pets. There is a private barn 10×20 with loft for sleeping. It has a refrigerator, microwave and hot plate for cooking but no inside water or plumbing. There’s a hose bib just outside the barn and a small tent with camping toilet and shower bag. About seven to nine hours work per week in exchange for accommodations is typical, with a flexible schedule to allow for excursions. There are local gyms with hot tubs, sauna, showers that some long-term helpers have chosen to join for additional bathroom facilities. I am located next to a nicely maintained City Park. There is public transportation nearby and great places to hike. For more info, please email [Contact info available to subscribers].

[Contact info available to subscribers], freshly renovated in downtown Hood River, Oregon. Learn/serve in all aspects of business operations. The Inn is situated for major growth… with a strong team! Hood River is the epicenter of the breathtaking Columbia River Gorge, highly livable community famous for world-class outdoor recreation. Starting compensation commensurate with experience (starting $30,000 – $42,000) and scheduled to increase upon hitting revenue goals. If you help revenue grow, your compensation will grow and soon! Salary increase scheduled at three month intervals upon hitting revenue benchmarks to $59,000 within the first year. Must be a sharp hustler seeking a growth organization! Coordinate guest services and landscaping/housekeeping teams; willing to take-on any task when needed; we value front of house skills and back of house willingness! No breakfast duties. Well-supported position is year round, includes housing and generous food stipend. 5½ days a week plus one month paid vacation. Please send your resume to caretakergazette@gmail.com with “Oregon Inn Position” in the Subject Line for our forwarding purposes. Thanks.

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]

Texas

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] and we will get back to you as soon as possible. We need a couple ASAP until mid-late September or longer if possible! On your off days you can fish, kayak or enjoy other parts of beautiful Texas.

CARETAKER OR CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED at [Contact info available to subscribers] (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 be able to get along and get the work done no matter if we are going to be down or not. If you love nature, you will love Caddo Lake. 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]

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].

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.

Utah

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

WE ARE LOOKING FOR AN EXPERIENCED COUPLE, one of whom is also an experienced chef, (able to handle an upscale breakfast and dinner in the hotel and other meals when needed when the Swinging Bridge restaurant is closed) to manage The Lemon Hotel and Depot Lodge in Paint Bank, Virginia (a remote county). Originally constructed in the early 1900’s, the newly-renovated Lemon Hotel holds six exquisitely furnished bedrooms, parlor, dining room, and a meeting room. Pair this with other venues that offer one-of-a-kind lodging experiences (i.e. glamps, caboose, and log cabins). Seeking positive, energetic, and passionate people who are dedicated to delivering a premium experience to every guest. Duties will include but are not limited to: Check-ins, taking reservations, marketing, managing housekeeping staff, handling guest needs and complaints, meal preparation, record keeping and reporting, and all other day-to-day operations necessary to accommodate guests. Computer skills necessary to handle online bookings through Resnexus and use Microsoft Office. Strong communication and teamwork skills are a must. Housing and competitive salaries offered. To learn more, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] Those interested should email a resume with references and availability to [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. Benefits: 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. To apply, please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

TRADE YOUR PROPERTY CARETAKER SKILLS for a place to live or work in Arlington, WA. Are you in transition or want to pocket your rent money? Are you looking for a place to park a mini home or RV? Or do you need a place to move into for a time? We have space to park and also a live-able basement apartment with a private entrance that needs a bit of sprucing up and some bathroom repair. There is no laundry there, but you could jerry-rig a washer/dryer maybe if you are handy. It is not too pretty at the moment but has some nice woodwork, a woodstove and one entry room that is really bright for an office during the day or??? It also has a storage room with shelves that is accessible by a driveway. We are trying to update the whole house before we move in. There is a barn that could be turned into an apartment as well, once our home is fixed up, if you are really ambitious, but we would need to get some more cash for that. We just have a limited budget currently but have access to materials and rental spaces. We’re trying to see if anyone wants to trade some hours – either bank some hours and not pay rent for a while or work a bit each week. It would not be best long-term to have someone in the basement for everyone’s privacy but there is the barn and RV park area as other options for longer term. We have livestock and fencing, feeding, etc., so working for rent and some paid work at times is available for the near future. If you have a spouse who can do some senior care (cooking, yard work) or an interest in Back to Eden style organic gardening which could produce some food, that could be an option too. If you have a business that is not too messy we have spaces you could rent/trade/live, etc. Please email (especially non-smoking, health nut, hunters, etc.) what you are looking for and some info about yourself. Short or long-term is both a possibility. It could work with kids, but there is not a lot of room for a big crowd or wild teens. We’re trying to keep a clean cut atmosphere here and keep Grandma comfortable. Please email caretakergazette@gmail.com and include “Arlington, WA” in the Subject Line for forwarding purposes. Thanks.

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 MANAGEMENT POSITION AVAILABLE on Orcas Island, Washington. We have sixty acres of paradise on the water with forestry and permaculture projects in place. We are seeking a mature person(s) to trade a separate and private two bedroom, 1½ bathroom home for property management. Looking for conscientious, fit, and experienced person(s) who are capable of running a chain saw, log splitter, and Bobcat tractor. Need someone who is mature, knowledgeable and resourceful. Gardeners and artists welcomed. May involve housekeeping and caretaking. Looking for someone to step up as needed, to have fun while accomplishing a lot toward creating a sustainable lifestyle to share. We are situated near a beautiful state park with fresh water lakes and fishing, and close to the charming village of Eastsound. This position to be filled ASAP. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

ESTATE PROPERTY CARETAKER needed. Full-time estate caretaker position available on Bainbridge Island, WA beginning in August/September 2020. 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

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]

RANCH CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED in Pinedale, WY. We’re looking for a full-time, live-in, ranch caretaker couple who will be responsible for caretaking, including housekeeping, cooking/preparing meals, serving, laundry, grounds keeping and general maintenance of multiple buildings (including snow blowing, snow plowing, lawn care, general landscaping, spring and fall clean-up, sprinkler care, small repairs and carpentry). You will also be responsible for the care of ranch horses (feeding, shoeing, vaccination schedule, riding, keeping the barn neat), maintenance, servicing and repairs of all ranch vehicles and machinery (including cars/trucks, lawnmowers, landscaping equipment, boats, ATVs), management of and liaison with service providers as necessary, report directly to the ranch management, and required to assist ranch operations when needed. The caretakers need to help each other when needed in each other’s fields of responsibility. Must possess a high sense of personal and professional integrity. Flexibility is of utmost importance. Willing to maintain a high level of detailed professional care and exhibit a good and positive attitude and good working spirit. Non-smoking, drug-free (background check, drug test may be required). Caretakers rent caretakers’ house. Must keep surrounding of house pristine, good care inside and outside. Two weeks’ vacation during off season. Salary: $35,000 – $45,000 per caretaker. Please forward your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

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Professional and experienced caretaker available for hire short or long-term. Property management, bed & breakfast innkeeping, and hotel management experience, including some maintenance, gardening and vineyards, landscaping, fence building, and animal services. Available for large households, properties, farms, inn, or hotel. Western states only please. Available now. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] to schedule a meeting.

Energetic Horsewoman/Gardener with a law enforcement/ranch background seeks a long term house sitting/care taking position. Need Wi-Fi and will bring my cat. Great references. Nonsmoker/no drugs. Resume on request. Prefer Alaska or Mountain states location. Have income, desire clean/private living arrangement. Remote is OK. Available as soon as needed. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Clean, quiet mature female, self-employed, non-smoker, seeking a win-win house sitting position within the US or abroad. Duration availably: minimum three months. Will care for your home, plants, oversee your property and bring in the mail. No pet sitting. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] and please visit my website at [Contact info available to subscribers]

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U.K. & Europe I am 59, an Irish artist, seeking my next adventure! I have an honors degree in Fine Art. I took a year out to travel last August but this was cut short due to Covid. I am seeking a full-time paid position using my skills, potentially caretaking-property/home management but am open to new opportunities. I love the outdoors, gardening, cooking, painting… anything creative. Also travelling. I love animals and can walk dogs. I have a clean driver’s license and am a non-smoker. If you have a suitable position please email me at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Is there a place we can help? Family selling out of our electric and home repair business. We are looking for a position where I, the father do all/any of the work with possibility of children helping and occasionally my wife. Housing is our RV. I am a licensed electrician, contractor and can do most all home repair and remodeling work. Have worked at a retreat center which provided housing and adventure outings: led horse packing, backpacking and canoe trips. Worked four years on a dairy farm. Taught fourth grade for eight years and have two masters degrees (all to say that I have a love of learning and am teachable). Open to many possibilities. We could remodel, caretake your estate, and/or simply be a presence while you are away and could leave when you are there, the possibilities are endless. Excited to see how we could help you. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Trustworthy Property Caretaker in Williston, North Dakota. Hello! My name is Peter. I’m 44-years-old, clean, respectful, mature down to earth Christian, with 20+ years’ experience in security and property management. Excellent references! I come with plenty of tools. Currently employed full-time as a Security Guard in Williston…I am offering to provide property care/security in exchange for housing. Preferably for an absentee home owner or business in exchange for housing or RV hookups. All situations considered. Please visit my website for more information at [Contact info available to subscribers]. Thank you!

Available now for a long-term off-grid/ready mountain home caretaking or house-sitting trade on acreage in a rural mountains forest and/or lake area of Idaho or Northwestern Montana to provide comprehensive, optimally care-free absentee owners’ modern mountain off-grid/ready home and property maintenance after selling mine. Am offering decades of high quality, mature, self-directed, respectful and responsible completion or coordination of client-requested additional services to achieve all aspects of quality home and property care for a typically higher-maintenance mountain home. Am not requesting remuneration via monetary exchange, and instead am only requesting remuneration in trade of foregoing quality services for adequate furnished separate independent dwelling amenities with wood cook stove (if dwelling in primary home is not an option), zero utility bills, and the ability to maintain a garden and keep a few responsibly kept hens. Am minimalistic, and self-disciplined over decades to successfully and joyfully live in isolation and solitude. Enjoy nature and have zero requirement for TV, electronics, or any internet service, am highly self-motivated, cheerful, non-smoking, drug-free, and require minimal oversight after client’s orientation. Please email caretakergazette@gmail.com with “Your situations-wanted ad” in the Subject Line to respond. Thank you.

Physically fit, very active, financially sound hermit woman seeks a house/grounds/animal(s) – caretaking/security position; short, long term, or seasonal. Ultrareliable, very-motivated, former military with security clearances, BSBA, MS, Machine Tool and Horticulture degrees, experienced in wilderness, rural, towns. Objective: to serve household/land/animal care needs with highest standards leading to repeat or permanent, full/part-time position(s) while home-based in SW Wisconsin. Comes with small well-trained dog, a small truck and enormous energy; excellent background check, no drinking, drugs, smoking, baggage or drama. Prefers solitude in nature. Geographically flexible. Please direct any/all questions to [Contact info available to subscribers] for total honesty and excellent references.

Dynamic power couple seeking an estate caretaking position. Best friends and coworkers of 30 years, we possess unique life experience in many areas: household management, handyman, gardening and groundskeeping, landscaping, maintenance of equipment and tools, animal care, fence building, sanding, painting, irrigation, handling guest relations, catering, all aspects of the hospitality industry including menu planning and execution. We are a versatile flexible couple who love nature and the outdoors, and are eager to relocate for the right opportunity. Our positive energy is infectious. Passport ready, please contact us for resumes and outstanding character references. Please call, text or email [Contact info available to subscribers]. Thanks!

Experienced Washington State couple seeking a caretaking live-in situation in Whatcom, Skagit or Snohomish County. “He” is a retired road foreman and heavy equipment operator, with 20 years’ experience as a site manager of road/building construction. Experience in culverts, water management and grant writing. “She” is a retired wine/chef, Real Estate Broker and Reiki Master, including 25 years in the medical field. Wanted: home/petsitting, light caretaking of interior/exterior property, will cook three nights a week for hosts in trade. We are health minded, sustainable living supporters, no-smoke/drugs. You can request resumes at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Professional with extensive experience available. Let me help you stay organized, manage your property, captain your vessel(s), family trips, travel coordination, activities, maintenance and all aspects of your property, family activities and even events. I have my 100 ton Captain’s License. Pretty good fisherman, love the region and know the Salish Sea. Safe boater. I live on San Juan Island and do not need accommodations. Can travel as needed. Global Entry Card Holder. I’ve produced major events for non-profits, worked directly with Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos, and Paul Allen for large events, worked with Oscars winners and losers. Grammy Award Shows. Produced several thousand major concerts, regionally and globally. Worked directly with celebrities and their staff. Including the Secret Service and Whitehouse for events attended by a President and VP. I understand security and discretion. Organized tours of several hundred performers and technicians, domestically and globally. This included all contracting, tour management, budgeting and tour finances. I’ve traveled internationally extensively. Managed a $30 million annual budget as Director of Marketing at a large tribal casino. Am a non-smoker, and do not use drugs. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

Caretaker Opportunity Wanted in the USA! Have twenty years of experience in Aspen and Nashville. Utility player, resourceful, mature, conscientious, enthusiastic, diverse skill sets; equestrian and barn manager, lawn care, irrigation, spa service, housekeeping, PA, Mac, PC, and Excel. Have a BS in Agriculture. Resume and references available. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Seeking a live-in caretaker position. I’m a healthy living (non-smoker, no drugs at all), conscientious and responsible single male. I have a BA from UCSC and I’m a Marine Corps Veteran with an Honorable Discharge. I’m seeking a beautiful property to care for and watch over. I’m strong, fit and hard working. Great with Pets! I’m open to a peaceful home close to nature. Able and willing to relocate. I currently reside in CA. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mature woman, with elder care experience seeking a fulltime elderly/house/petsitting position. I am honest and reliable. No smoking, drinking, or drugs. Excellent references available. I have a home renovation background. Geographically flexible. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Experienced caretaker/house and petsitter available in Northwest Washington State. Strong, single mature woman, no kids, pets, smoking, drinking, or drugs. Excellent references can be provided. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

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 Luce Quatromme in Palm Springs, California at [Contact info available to subscribers] (WhatsApp/Skype)

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]

Hello, I am a 59-year-old single woman and very capable of doing most work on a ranch. Very willing to work late and long days. I can work cattle and also work with people. I have basic machine skills, and can also operate tractors and construction equipment. I have a construction background. I have a recent resume and you can do a background check on me. I also am not a druggy, and drink very little. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you.

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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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