Stephen & Marjorie
Superb Sitters. A friendly, adaptable retired couple who love animals & travel.
Our experience
10+ years
I was brought up in a family with dogs, cats, budgies (which my dad bred) and tropical fish. Steve was also raised with dogs, cats, and goldfish. Between us (as adults) we have both owned our own dogs (German Shepherd, Black Labrador, and…
Reviews (15)

As ever Stephen and Marjorie have exceeded all expectations. They set a gold standard for housesitters few others could achieve- we feel very lucky that they…

Another 5 star sit from Stephen and Marjorie. We were delighted to welcome them back and as usual they exceeded our expectations. The animals were relaxed…

Stephen and Marjorie came to us at fairly short notice to care for our 2 cats. They had expected to look after our elderly Collie who passed away the week…

Stephen is an excellent house sitter and pet minder. We know Moonchi is in mature responsible hands. He and his wife are two lovely people that we’ve grown…
It was very easy to have Steve and Marjorie look after Minie. They were very organised and communicated well before the sit. The house was clean and tidy…
References (3)
Luisa
Stephen & Marjorie looked after Luisa’s pets & home
I am writing this letter to wholeheartedly recommend Steve Collett as a responsible and trustworthy individual to house sit and care for your pets. I have known Steve for 9 years and can attest to his reliability, integrity, and genuine love for animals. During my own experiences with Steve, he has consistently demonstrated a strong sense of responsibility and commitment. Whether it's taking care of my pets while I have been on holiday or helping others, Steve approaches every task with a high level of dedication and attention to detail. His compassionate nature makes him particularly well-suited for the responsibilities associated with pet care. Steve has proven to be adept at handling various types of pets, including dogs, cats birds, fish and rabbits, ensuring their well-being, and providing the love and attention they need. Additionally, he is meticulous when it comes to following any specific care instructions, dietary restrictions, or medical needs that your pets may have. In terms of house sitting, Steve is highly respectful of others' spaces and belongings. I am confident that he will treat your home with the utmost care and maintain it in the condition you would expect. Having personally witnessed Steve's dedication to creating a safe and nurturing environment for pets, I believe he would be an excellent choice for your house-sitting needs. Thank you for considering Steve for this important task. I am certain that you will find him to be a reliable and caring house sitter for your cherished pets. Sincerely Luisa Stade
Trustworthy
Animal-lover
Reliable
Home/pet sitting reference
11 December 2023
About Stephen & Marjorie
Steve and I are a well-travelled couple, originally from the UK but have been living in Western Australia for the past 14 years. Having retired from my position as a University Nurse Lecturer at the University of Western Australia, and…
Marjorie
Why we want to house sit
We are keen to embark on a new journey/adventure, including seeing more of the UK and beyond and spending time with animals (which is one of our greatest joys), whilst not spending too much of our children's inheritance :). We have been…