Artistic Living in Southern Spain - Long-term Shared Home Opportunity

About this assignment

Are you an artistically minded individual or couple (35-75) seeking a peaceful life in the Spanish countryside? We're offering a unique opportunity to share a beautiful farmhouse near Malaga with its owner, Anna (70), an artist, along with our beloved pets, two dogs and three cats.

What we offer:
Spacious double bedroom with private ensuite bathroom
Shared access to kitchen, outdoor patio, and artistic workspace
High-speed internet (satellite)
Tranquil natural setting perfect for creative pursuits
Multilingual household (English, Spanish, and Dutch spoken)

What we're looking for:
A mature, responsible person or couple interested in long-term living arrangement
Must have valid driver's license and experience with unpaved roads

Willingness to help with:
Light gardening and animal care
Weekly trips to town for supplies
General house maintenance

Important considerations:
Location is remote (30 minutes on dirt road to nearest town)
We follow a vegetarian lifestyle (flexible for respectful non-vegetarians)
Shared utilities cost approximately 200EUR monthly, depending on usage.

This opportunity would suit someone seeking:
Peace and quiet
Connection with nature
Creative environment
Community living with good company

The ideal candidate will value tranquility, appreciate animal companionship, and understand the rhythms of rural life. We're looking for the right personality fit for a harmonious shared living arrangement.

Ideally you will have your own car.

What responsibilities are required of the house sitter

Regular Responsibilities:

Weekly grocery shopping trips to town (30 minutes each way)
Occasional veterinary visits with our pets as needed

Garden maintenance (2-3 hours weekly):
Monitor irrigation system functionality
Basic garden upkeep

Share in daily household tasks
Help with pet care for our five animal companions

Time Commitment:
Approximately 8-10 hours weekly for basic tasks

What are the good features of the property and location

A Creative Haven in Nature

Stunning 4-acre Mediterranean property
Established fruit orchards with figs, almonds, and olives
Spacious art studio with excellent natural light
High-speed WiFi throughout the property
Multiple outdoor spaces perfect for relaxation or creative work

Perfect for Your Personal Projects

Most shared responsibilities are completed in morning hours
Abundant free time for creative pursuits
Opportunity to develop your own garden space
Peaceful environment ideal for writing, painting, or other artistic endeavors
Complete tranquility for those seeking to disconnect from city life

The property offers a perfect balance of modern amenities and rural charm, allowing you to stay connected while living close to nature. With most tasks concentrated in the morning hours, your afternoons and evenings are free to pursue your passions, whether that's creating art in the studio, tending to your own garden plot, or simply enjoying the peaceful Mediterranean surroundings.

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

Transportation Requirements:

Valid driver's license is absolutely essential
Must be comfortable driving on unpaved roads (10-minute drive on dirt road to reach property)
Experience with rural/mountain driving highly recommended
Own vehicle preferred

Pet Considerations:
You'll be sharing the home with multiple pets (2 dogs and 3 cats)
Must be comfortable with indoor/outdoor pets
Animal allergies would make this unsuitable
Should enjoy being around animals as they are integral to daily life

Additional Factors:
Remote location requires self-sufficiency and good planning
Internet available but occasional service interruptions possible
Medical facilities are not nearby (25+ minutes to nearest hospital)

Can I bring my own pets?

No, sorry.

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