Chris & Eileen
Chris & Eileen
My wife & I (Canadians from UK in '67) are retired & too active to slow down. We're looking for new adventures & places to see. We want to meet you
About Chris & Eileen
We grew-up in England, but Saskatchewan, Canada, has been home since 1967. We have also lived in Australia for 2 yrs which was followed by 3mths in NZ. We own our home that I built in 1974 on 2acres of land, and have 2 sons & 3 grandkids. We retired in 2006; I was a high school physics/chemistry teacher and Eileen was a school secretary. I was ...
We grew-up in England, but Saskatchewan, Canada, has been home since 1967. We have also lived in Australia for 2 yrs which was followed by 3mths in NZ. We own our home that I built in 1974 on 2acres of land, and have 2 sons & 3 grandkids. We retired in 2006; I was a high school physics/chemistry teacher and Eileen was a school secretary. I was also a building contractor for 12 yrs and can do minor repairs in your home if you wish and if time permits. If there are ever any maintenance problems, I know how to fix them. We are quite practical and definitely self-sufficient.
We've traveled the world, touching all 7 continents in the last 11yrs. I've visited Ethiopia 15 times where we do humanitarian work in schools with impoverished children. We're not slowing down. There's no moss growing under OUR feet. Given the choice, we prefer hostels to hotels, B&Bs to hostels. In 2006 and 07, we went on African camping safaris. We'd love to live in your home, with or without pets, and will look after it as if it was ours. We seek out new experiences, different adventures, nothing puts us off. For example, in 1973, while in Australia, we looked after a 65-cow dairy herd for 6 wks while the farmer took a holiday. So skies'r the limit!
I'm a Rotarian. If you are, you know your home will be in good '4-Way Test' hands. And of course, I'll attend Rotary Club meetings in your community.
Since I wrote this intro, we have completed 6 house sits and about to embark on our 7th in Dubai. We've absolutely loved everyone of them, and no two have been alike. That is the joy of taking care of different homes with different pets in different countries and/or communities. Please, will you take us on? I promise, you'll not be disappointed and will be able to relax while you are away from home on holiday or business.
Why we want to house sit
We prefer to live in the comfort of a home like our own rather than in an hotel. Definitely much cheaper for a pensioner, but other benefits are more comfortable, interesting, relaxed, and we can come and go as we please. I love to cook, so prefer home cooking and trying the different local dishes. I'm a passionate travel photographer and a writer. While living in a home I'll be able to do both - photo processing and writing - and both take time. You can see a handful of my images on my website at chrisclinton.ca
Since our first house sit for 7wks in Spain in Feb 2016 (3 lively dogs, 1 cat), we've completed a week in England with 2 cats, 4wks in Milford, Ontario with 2 large, energetic dogs, a week over Christmas in Vancouver (2 cats), a month in the jungle of Costa Rica with a 3-legged Bijou called Cujo and 4 cats, and a month in Powell River, BC, with one very independent cat. Next week we'll be in Dubai for a week with 1 dog.
Beside the great houses we've cared for with their beautiful pets, our greatest joy comes with the friends that we've made and the communities that we've visited, such a wonderful kaleidoscope of people. That's the main reason we want to continue house sitting around the world. As you read this, I hope you will become our next friend(s).
Our experience
We have traveled extensively to more than 50 countries, stepping onto all 7 continents, and can quickly adapt to the local living conditions. I was a building contractor for 12 years so can do minor house repairs, depending how long we're in your home, and can fix electrical and plumbing breakdowns. During our first sit in Spain, I had to solve quite early the problem with a power outage and, later, was able to repair the electric operated, sliding gate. In Costa Rica, the home was deep into the rain-forest and off grid. We had to be conscious of our living conditions all the time; watch the water and power consumption! Drinking water was double filtered from a nearby mountain stream that also provided the hydro power. I soon became accustomed to checking meters, power loads, battery charging and maintenance. There was a swimming pool on site that required my daily attention and occasional cleaning. In several places, we took care of gardens: cutting grass, weeding, watering (inside and out) and dead-heading flowers.
We've owned pets over the years and know their requirements. We'll look after yours as if they are our own. They'll not miss you! With 2 of our sits we've had to visit a vet. In Spain, on the day we arrived, one of the dogs, a pointer, ate poisoned meat on its walk and we all had to rush to the vet. The owners left 2 days later, so we took care of her. Then later, the other pointer picked up an infection so off to the vet we went again. Both survived. I spoke to M. the other day and all are okay. In Costa Rica, we had to take Cujo to the vet because he had several ailments including a skin infection that required special bathing every 2nd day. We had to administer antibiotics as well as eye drops. So you could say we are well experienced and you can rest assured that we'll take great care of your pet(s) while you are away. Oh yes, daily, in Spain, we were removing ticks from the dogs' fur.
Reviews (2)
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Tina - Dubai International Financial Centre, United Arab Emirates
28 September - 01 October 2017
Chris and Eileen came to look after our dog and garden cats (and house) for 3 nights, en route to another destination. They came a couple of days early, so we were able to meet each other and they were able to see our routine. They are a lovely couple and the house was tidy and clean on our ret...
Chris and Eileen came to look after our dog and garden cats (and house) for 3 nights, en route to another destination. They came a couple of days early, so we were able to meet each other and they were able to see our routine. They are a lovely couple and the house was tidy and clean on our return. The dog and cats were all fed and watered and looked after well. Our dog is a big dog, and for his safety, and for Chris's safety, we preferred that he was not walked while they were here, but rather played with in the garden. We had a little communication while we were away, although it would have been nice to have a little more - we have always had photos and whatsapp messages every day (and sometimes throughout the day) from previous sitters. Chris and Eileen love to travel, and are well-travelled, and will look after your home and animals well.
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Dawn - Ojochal, Costa Rica
19 March - 12 April 2017
Chris and Eileen were attentive to our pets, especially Cujo who was suffering from a bacterial infection. They administered his medication, gave him a bath every three days and took him and our baby kitties to the vet for a scheduled check up.
The house and pool were clean and tidy upon our ...Chris and Eileen were attentive to our pets, especially Cujo who was suffering from a bacterial infection. They administered his medication, gave him a bath every three days and took him and our baby kitties to the vet for a scheduled check up.
The house and pool were clean and tidy upon our return. Any situations that arose which required attention, they were very prompt in contacting us and trouble shooting them to a satisfactory outcome.
After house sitting here, I could certainly recommend Chris and Eileen for almost any opportunity they would be interested in.- Organised
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Gloria - House / Pet sitting Reference
23 October 2016
We were delighted to have Chris and Eileen take care of our dogs and house for 3 weeks. We met them initially via 2 Skype calls which allowed us to get to know each other and help us to make our decision. We kept in touch during the interim period before the house sit which helped us to feel comf...
We were delighted to have Chris and Eileen take care of our dogs and house for 3 weeks. We met them initially via 2 Skype calls which allowed us to get to know each other and help us to make our decision. We kept in touch during the interim period before the house sit which helped us to feel comfortable that there would not be any issues. They arrived on time. We took time to review the house manual, run through the house and of course, walk the dogs. While we were gone, Chris sent a few emails with pictures keeping us informed of how they were making out. The dogs were walked almost everyday. Despite the fact that they are big strong dogs, Chris and Eileen managed them well. When we got home, the house was clean and the dogs were happy. Chris kindly made dinner for us and we enjoyed catching up with each other. They also left us some supplies for breakfast the next day as the fridge was empty. Since they left, Chris has sent us a few notes as well as some pictures that he took during the house sit. We plan to stay in touch.
- Organised
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- Reliable
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- Self-sufficient
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- Tidy
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- Pet care
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About Chris & Eileen
We grew-up in England, but Saskatchewan, Canada, has been home since 1967. We have also lived in Australia for 2 yrs which was followed by 3mths in NZ. We own our home that I built in 1974 on 2acres of land, and have 2 sons & 3 grandkids. We retired in 2006; I was a high school physics/chemistry teacher and Eileen was a school secretary. I was also a building contractor for 12 yrs and can do minor repairs in your home if you wish and if time permits. If there are ever any maintenance problems, I know how to fix them. We are quite practical and definitely self-sufficient.
We've traveled the world, touching all 7 continents in the last 11yrs. I've visited Ethiopia 15 times where we do humanitarian work in schools with impoverished children. We're not slowing down. There's no moss growing under OUR feet. Given the choice, we prefer hostels to hotels, B&Bs to hostels. In 2006 and 07, we ......
We grew-up in England, but Saskatchewan, Canada, has been home since 1967. We have also lived in Australia for 2 yrs which was followed by 3mths in NZ. We own our home that I built in 1974 on 2acres of land, and have 2 sons & 3 grandkids. We retired in 2006; I was a high school physics/chemistry teacher and Eileen was a school secretary. I was also a building contractor for 12 yrs and can do minor repairs in your home if you wish and if time permits. If there are ever any maintenance problems, I know how to fix them. We are quite practical and definitely self-sufficient.
We've traveled the world, touching all 7 continents in the last 11yrs. I've visited Ethiopia 15 times where we do humanitarian work in schools with impoverished children. We're not slowing down. There's no moss growing under OUR feet. Given the choice, we prefer hostels to hotels, B&Bs to hostels. In 2006 and 07, we went on African camping safaris. We'd love to live in your home, with or without pets, and will look after it as if it was ours. We seek out new experiences, different adventures, nothing puts us off. For example, in 1973, while in Australia, we looked after a 65-cow dairy herd for 6 wks while the farmer took a holiday. So skies'r the limit!
I'm a Rotarian. If you are, you know your home will be in good '4-Way Test' hands. And of course, I'll attend Rotary Club meetings in your community.
Since I wrote this intro, we have completed 6 house sits and about to embark on our 7th in Dubai. We've absolutely loved everyone of them, and no two have been alike. That is the joy of taking care of different homes with different pets in different countries and/or communities. Please, will you take us on? I promise, you'll not be disappointed and will be able to relax while you are away from home on holiday or business.
Why we want to house sit
We prefer to live in the comfort of a home like our own rather than in an hotel. Definitely much cheaper for a pensioner, but other benefits are more comfortable, interesting, relaxed, and we can come and go as we please. I love to cook, so prefer home cooking and trying the different local dishes. I'm a passionate travel photographer and a writer. While living in a home I'll be able to do both - photo processing and writing - and both take time. You can see a handful of my images on my website at chrisclinton.ca
Since our first house sit for 7wks in Spain in Feb 2016 (3 lively dogs, 1 cat), we've completed a week in England with 2 cats, 4wks in Milford, Ontario with 2 large, energetic dogs, a week over Christmas in Vancouver (2 cats), a month in the jungle of Costa Rica with a 3-legged Bijou called Cujo and 4 cats, and a month in Powell River, BC, with one very independent cat. Next week we'll be in Dubai for a week with 1 dog.
Beside the great houses we've cared for with their beautiful pets, our greatest joy comes with the friends that we've made and the communities that we've visited, such a wonderful kaleidoscope of people. That's the main reason we want to continue house sitting around the world. As you read this, I hope you will become our next friend(s).
Our experience
We have traveled extensively to more than 50 countries, stepping onto all 7 continents, and can quickly adapt to the local living conditions. I was a building contractor for 12 years so can do minor house repairs, depending how long we're in your home, and can fix electrical and plumbing breakdowns. During our first sit in Spain, I had to solve quite early the problem with a power outage and, later, was able to repair the electric operated, sliding gate. In Costa Rica, the home was deep into the rain-forest and off grid. We had to be conscious of our living conditions all the time; watch the water and power consumption! Drinking water was double filtered from a nearby mountain stream that also provided the hydro power. I soon became accustomed to checking meters, power loads, battery charging and maintenance. There was a swimming pool on site that required my daily attention and occasional cleaning. In several places, we took care of gardens: cutting grass, weeding, watering (inside and out) and dead-heading flowers.
We've owned pets over the years and know their requirements. We'll look after yours as if they are our own. They'll not miss you! With 2 of our sits we've had to visit a vet. In Spain, on the day we arrived, one of the dogs, a pointer, ate poisoned meat on its walk and we all had to rush to the vet. The owners left 2 days later, so we took care of her. Then later, the other pointer picked up an infection so off to the vet we went again. Both survived. I spoke to M. the other day and all are okay. In Costa Rica, we had to take Cujo to the vet because he had several ailments including a skin infection that required special bathing every 2nd day. We had to administer antibiotics as well as eye drops. So you could say we are well experienced and you can rest assured that we'll take great care of your pet(s) while you are away. Oh yes, daily, in Spain, we were removing ticks from the dogs' fur.
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House & pet sitting timeline
Chris and Eileen have done 5 house sits since 2015
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Dubai International Financial CentreUnited Arab EmiratesSep - Oct 2017 -
OjochalCosta RicaMar - Apr 2017 -
VancouverCanadaDec 2016 - Jan 2017 -
MiltonCanadaSep - Oct 2016 -
Haywards HeathUnited KingdomApr 2016
