Writing Duo to Care For Your Home and Keep Your Pets in Good Spirits!

About this sitter

Hey fellow travelers! We're Asia and Russ, married writers from the Bay Area, CA. Back in 2011, we left our home to travel across Asia. Asia writes for theater and film and Russ is a journalist — skills that have really enriched our travels. Our time in Asia was magical and inspired us to continue exploring. We’ve been roaming ever since with nothing but our backpacks and barefoot shoes.

Having bunked in our fair share of hostels and guesthouses, our souls were ready for a retreat.

At some point in our journey, we learned about the joys of house sitting. Comfortable homes? Adorable pets? Full kitchens? Sold! So, we got on it.

Since then, we’ve been lucky to look after some incredible homes in places we might never have discovered. Every home and pet comes with a quirk that replenishes our creativity and spirit of adventure.

Why they want to house sit

House sitting has been a great way for us to expose ourselves to new worlds and meet project deadlines while enjoying the comfortable, unique spaces created by fabulous homeowners (such as yourself).

Our ideal house sit is a writer-friendly place with peaceful vibes. We also enjoy regular walks/hikes and exploring the outdoors. It keeps us — and your pets — in great shape!

Their experience

As travelers for over a decade, we’ve made many furry and feathered friends through house sitting — from a Cheshire-ish cat and a fabled hen to a blind dog and a rambunctious rabbit.

Other adventures in house sitting include:

1) Caring for 11(!) kitties for four months at a beach bungalow in Puerto Rico
2) Tending to a wild garden for three months at a remote cottage among sheep and Highland bulls in Scotland
3) Rounding up chickens, collecting eggs, and cleaning the hen house at an eco-art gallery for two months in rural Mexico
4) Comforting a rescue cat at a duplex for three weeks in an archery village in Austria

And much more. We'd be happy to share tales of our history with pets (and plants, too!), along with references — just ask!

What can they bring to the assignment

As writers who work from home, we spend a lot of quality time with your pets. They can get all the affection they want and need. (Many pets that have been described to us as “aloof” or “standoffish” end up getting real cozy and comfortable in a short time.)

Living on the road, we also know the value of cleanliness. Basically, we’re both super neat freaks, so rest assured, we’ll keep your space tidy, clean and in good hands.

You can count on us to be honest, responsible sitters with positive energy and healthy lifestyles. We’ll also keep you updated with regular emails and playful pics of your pets while you’re away.

Thanks for checking out our profile! We look forward to e-meeting you!

~ Asia & Russ