Looking for a sitter in the Sandia Mountains, New Mexico

About this assignment

We’re looking for a responsible dog/house sitter from August 21st to September 21st 2023. Our spacious mountain home is located in Cedar Crest, New Mexico on the outskirts of the National Forest, but a convenient 20-minute drive to bustling Central Avenue (part of the famous Route 66) in Albuquerque.

What responsibilities are required of the house sitter

Responsibilities:
• Feed and walk Shlomo and Gittel twice a day

About us: Cary is a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer (Panama ’08), a writer, teacher and rapacious reader. Laura is from Milan, Italy and she works in the film industry. But the real stars of the show are Shlomo and Gittel —our lovable 7 and 3 year-old English Springer Spaniels. They are both cuddly and loving (mellow and well-behaved) who love hikes, walks and chasing frisbee. They are incredibly sweet; you’ll be sure to fall in love with them in no time.

What are the good features of the property and location

We’re located in Cedar Crest, New Mexico in the SE part of the Sandia Mountains, just a couple of miles off interstate 40, with easy access to Albuquerque. Our home is on a very quiet dead end road just off NM State Road 14 aka Scenic Byway Turquoise Trail, that connects us to Santa Fe (about a 1hr drive). In the immediate area there is all you might need - a supermarket, a post office, a few restaurants, coffee shops, even a nationally renowned golf course - without having to drive into the city.
We are within walking distance/short drives to spectacular trails for hikes or mountain biking in the Sandia Mountains.
The house is a roomy 2-bedroom/3-bath on a 1/2 acre property. You will have full access to: fully equipped kitchen, extensive library, internet, a private deck with sun beds, rowing machine and two bicycles (his and hers).

What does the house sitter need to consider before applying for this assignment

It’s a non-smoking house. Our indoor plants will get thirsty, please make sure to keep them happy! Please keep the house clean and tidy.

Can I bring my own pets?

No, sorry.

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