Steven & Brenda
About Steven & Brenda
We are a recently retired couple, living in Costa Rica since July 2014. We love to travel and would like to see more of this beautiful country before settling down to a more permanent location.
We are a recently retired couple, living in Costa Rica since July 2014. We love to travel and would like to see more of this beautiful country before settling down to a more permanent location.
Why we want to house sit
We are looking to explore different areas of the country and to experience the local lifestyle.
Our experience
I am a retired golf course superintendent/landscaper and enjoy being outside and working on the property. We have a wide variety of experience with pets of all kinds including dogs, cats, birds and reptiles. My wife is an excellent homemaker and would treat your home as though it were our own.
Reviews (2)
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Hara - Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
27 August 2015
Steve and Brenda took very good care of our home, our cats and the pool. They kept a notebook of important items, were considerate and friendly.
Steve and Brenda took very good care of our home, our cats and the pool. They kept a notebook of important items, were considerate and friendly.
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Warren - Mercedes, Costa Rica
10 July 2015
Steve and Brenda have been sitting for our rural place in Costa Rica. They have been excellent- importantly they have fit in with the locals involved with our land and that is much appreciated
Steve and Brenda have been sitting for our rural place in Costa Rica. They have been excellent- importantly they have fit in with the locals involved with our land and that is much appreciated
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E - House / Pet sitting Reference
15 July 2017
Steve and Brenda have cared for our home and our dog and cats 5 times in the past 2 years. We feel very fortunate to have found them. It was on a site similar to this one. They are so dependable, very responsible and so easy to get along with. Our home has always been clean and tidy when we retu...
Steve and Brenda have cared for our home and our dog and cats 5 times in the past 2 years. We feel very fortunate to have found them. It was on a site similar to this one. They are so dependable, very responsible and so easy to get along with. Our home has always been clean and tidy when we return. And our pets have obviously been well cared for. I'm reluctant to give a good reference because I want to keep them for myself.
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Janet - House / Pet sitting Reference
29 November 2016
Steve and Brenda sat at my house for almost a month, also taking care of my 2 dogs. That included cleaning ones ears regularly and keeping up with a somewhat confusing feeding regiment. When one of them wasn't acting right Steve was quick to let me know and then took him to the vet. They walked...
Steve and Brenda sat at my house for almost a month, also taking care of my 2 dogs. That included cleaning ones ears regularly and keeping up with a somewhat confusing feeding regiment. When one of them wasn't acting right Steve was quick to let me know and then took him to the vet. They walked the dogs daily and took great care of my house, it was spotless on my return. Can't wait to have them come again. They are a great couple, very thorough and consciencious , I highly recommend them!
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Harriet - House / Pet sitting Reference
08 November 2016
Steve and Brenda were great!
I was off visiting family for 3+ weeks and they stayed in my house and took care of my dog. They came a day early, as I had recommended, so they could get to know the house, the dog and the area. I took them around and introduced them to some people who could he...Steve and Brenda were great!
I was off visiting family for 3+ weeks and they stayed in my house and took care of my dog. They came a day early, as I had recommended, so they could get to know the house, the dog and the area. I took them around and introduced them to some people who could help if they had a problem while I was gone.
I kept in touch while I was gone, sending a couple of emails and some photos.
I was delayed on my return due to my flight being cancelled but that was no problem for them. We worked out the perfect solution and they were not put off in the least.
Upon my return, I was delighted to find the house super clean; my dog healthy and happy; and Steve had even done a bit of yard work. They had washed, dried and folded the bed linens and towels - which was a nice surprise.
I would not hesitate to recommend them as house sitters. They are honest, reliable, very clean and will take good care of your pet(s).- Organised
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Warren - House / Pet sitting Reference
11 September 2016
Steve and Brenda looked after our home and dogs in Costa Rica on two separate occasions the last one for several months. They are responsible, self reliant and very good with the animals. They are good with the grounds and very clean, helpful and organized. Very trustworthy and great with the...
Steve and Brenda looked after our home and dogs in Costa Rica on two separate occasions the last one for several months. They are responsible, self reliant and very good with the animals. They are good with the grounds and very clean, helpful and organized. Very trustworthy and great with the neighbors. Would recommend them for any housesitting position
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Gene - House / Pet sitting Reference
05 October 2015
Steve and Brenda Whaley house set for us during a 3 week period from Sept 4th through the 24th. They did a fantastic job of caring for our beloved animals as well as our home. Our yard is enclosed for our pets safety but our big dog, Ali, found he could push the bottom of the gate to get into ...
Steve and Brenda Whaley house set for us during a 3 week period from Sept 4th through the 24th. They did a fantastic job of caring for our beloved animals as well as our home. Our yard is enclosed for our pets safety but our big dog, Ali, found he could push the bottom of the gate to get into the front yard of the house. Steve immediately called me to inform me of the escape and together we found a solution. I appreciate the quality of care and the attention to detail that Steve and Brenda showed us. They kept us informed without causing worries. Our houses where immaculately cleaned and all in all we couldn't have ask for better people care for our pets and our home.
I would highly recommend them to anyone need house sitters in Costa Rica. They are a 9.5 on a scale of 10!- Organised
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Arlene - Character Reference
08 May 2015
Brenda and Steve Whaley are two of the nicest, most dependable folks you could ever want housesitting. They are reliable and conscientious and would treat the property as if it were their own. They are respectful of people's privacy and are animal lovers, so they're just the perfect candidates.
Brenda and Steve Whaley are two of the nicest, most dependable folks you could ever want housesitting. They are reliable and conscientious and would treat the property as if it were their own. They are respectful of people's privacy and are animal lovers, so they're just the perfect candidates.
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Jacqueline - House / Pet sitting Reference
14 April 2015
I have known Steven & Brenda Whaley for 17 years. They have watched our home on several occasions. We trust them with our home and belongings.
Steven is quite the handyman. He has fixed leaks for us and rewired our hot tub.
I would highly recommend the Whaley's for any house sitting positio...I have known Steven & Brenda Whaley for 17 years. They have watched our home on several occasions. We trust them with our home and belongings.
Steven is quite the handyman. He has fixed leaks for us and rewired our hot tub.
I would highly recommend the Whaley's for any house sitting positions that come available.
Kind Regards
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About Steven & Brenda
We are a recently retired couple, living in Costa Rica since July 2014. We love to travel and would like to see more of this beautiful country before settling down to a more permanent location.
We are a recently retired couple, living in Costa Rica since July 2014. We love to travel and would like to see more of this beautiful country before settling down to a more permanent location.
Why we want to house sit
We are looking to explore different areas of the country and to experience the local lifestyle.
Our experience
I am a retired golf course superintendent/landscaper and enjoy being outside and working on the property. We have a wide variety of experience with pets of all kinds including dogs, cats, birds and reptiles. My wife is an excellent homemaker and would treat your home as though it were our own.
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House & pet sitting timeline
Steven and Brenda have done 3 house sits since 2014
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BijaguaCosta RicaAug - Sep 2016 -
Playa HermosaCosta RicaAug 2015 -
MercedesCosta RicaJul 2015
