Mature single retired lady. References, Horses a speciality. Gardens and land.

About this sitter

I am in my 70's , with no physical problems, just a bit stiff first thing...!! The dog is my dog , he is 13 and blind , but active and quiet and well trained . I am looking for a sit with a garden and horses or ponies , a friendly dog or two, where I can look after the house and garden and other small animals if needed.

Why they want to house sit

I like to travel and I have been an estate manager looking after various properties, and some with pools , and I enjoy the responsibility of it. I like to be needed and useful.

Their experience

Yes. Horses all my life . Some veterinary care . Pool care , gardening and housekeeping in general , some large houses of up to eight bedrooms , also with B n B guests. My parents owned a large country house hotel so it was all hands to the pump, as they say. Every job needed to be done,.I am a BHS qualified riding instructor and dressage judge . ...retired.

What can they bring to the assignment

Some French and Spanish spoken , .Responsible and mature ability to deal with emergency situations. As above . I like to think that the owners will be confident and happy to leave me in charge and return to a perfect place.