Marian
About Marian
I'm a retired investment banker who has worked in NYC, Hong Kong and Singapore. Since leaving Finance 20 years ago, I have had my own Fitness Studio in Hong Kong; Paris, France; and Miami Beach, Florida. I am a Certified Personal Trainer and Sports Nutritionist who practices what I preach.
In addition to running, resistance training and getting...
I'm a retired investment banker who has worked in NYC, Hong Kong and Singapore. Since leaving Finance 20 years ago, I have had my own Fitness Studio in Hong Kong; Paris, France; and Miami Beach, Florida. I am a Certified Personal Trainer and Sports Nutritionist who practices what I preach.
In addition to running, resistance training and getting clients into shape, I write fiction. This is why traveling is so important to me. Traveling is my passion and I prefer staying in a real home environment during my trips.
If you have one or more dogs who need to be cared for in your absence, I'd be delighted to take them out for a run. I run 10K every day - it offsets all the sitting which writing requires:)
Having had countless cat sitters, plant carers and house sitters in many different homes in Asia and Europe over the years, I am in tune with what housesitting requires and care very much about leaving a home in great shape and pets in good spirit!
Why I want to house sit
Writing is a lonely business and does require solitude. Therefore, I prefer to be by myself to focus on my production, but with the company of lovely pets and plants which require care, attention, and provide me with the necessary rhythms of daily life.
Housesitting allows me to cook sensibly and skillfully as I would in my own kitchen whilst experiencing life in a different country and culture. It also makes one feel less like a tourist and more blended into the local scene.
Traveling is very important to my fiction writing and provides much of the inspiration for my stories.
My experience
I have been returning the favor of friends who catsit for me in NYC by dog sitting, since 1974.
I love animals and most of my life have had cherished pets - dogs, cats, birds and fish, but none now.
Have both dog and housesat for friends in Paris when I lived there.
I am a 'house proud' person who takes great care of my own home and others' as well. Would be pleased to housesit and care for plants (possessing a green thumb!)
Reviews (14)
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Stefania - San Donato Milanese, Italy
23 October - 05 January 2019
There is only one word I can use when talking about Marian: excellent! She has been flexible (I combined a long weekend sit with a two and a half months one, and she was ok with it), very well organised, left my home and plants in great shape and has befriended my cat Zelda, who was just turning ...
There is only one word I can use when talking about Marian: excellent! She has been flexible (I combined a long weekend sit with a two and a half months one, and she was ok with it), very well organised, left my home and plants in great shape and has befriended my cat Zelda, who was just turning 1 year old when I left. Marian has always been in touch with me, sending me pics and updates, and at the same time solving small issues independently and respecting Zelda's outdoor habits. On top of this, Marian and I had the chance to spend a few days together between the first and second sit and at the end of the long term one, and I got to know a very nice, open and knowledgeable person, and an excellent conversationalist. I warmly recommend Marian as cat and house sitter, and I do hope we meet again.
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Response from Marian
Thank you for entrusting the lovely, cuddly and provocative Zelda (kitty), and your home to me whilst you were traveling. I appreciate that you ensured I'd have a comfortable and pleasant stay.
I am delighted to have helped with taking care of your lovable cat with the additional pleasure of discovering the many treasures of Milano.
I very much enjoyed getting to spend a little time with you and I too look forward to meeting again! -
Olivia - London, United Kingdom
02 August - 20 August 2018
Marian is a nice woman, and clearly an experienced house sitter, but I’m not sure the chemistry was right for us. Thank you for your help Marian.
Marian is a nice woman, and clearly an experienced house sitter, but I’m not sure the chemistry was right for us. Thank you for your help Marian.
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Marianne - Oldenburg, Germany
05 October - 17 October 2018
I went with peace of mind to my holidays knowing that Marian would take best care of my cats and the house. She is a very friendly and reliable person and I got messages and pictures of my cats while I was away.When I came back she did some cooking for me which was wonderful. I highly recommend h...
I went with peace of mind to my holidays knowing that Marian would take best care of my cats and the house. She is a very friendly and reliable person and I got messages and pictures of my cats while I was away.When I came back she did some cooking for me which was wonderful. I highly recommend her.
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Response from Marian
Thank you Marianne for sharing your dear, affectionate kitties with me whilst you traveled.
I thoroughly enjoyed them both and your comfortable home.
It was truly lovely meeting you and being able to have some moments together over food!
About Marian
I'm a retired investment banker who has worked in NYC, Hong Kong and Singapore. Since leaving Finance 20 years ago, I have had my own Fitness Studio in Hong Kong; Paris, France; and Miami Beach, Florida. I am a Certified Personal Trainer and Sports Nutritionist who practices what I preach.
In addition to running, resistance training and getting clients into shape, I write fiction. This is why traveling is so important to me. Traveling is my passion and I prefer staying in a real home environment during my trips.
If you have one or more dogs who need to be cared for in your absence, I'd be delighted to take them out for a run. I run 10K every day - it offsets all the sitting which writing requires:)
Having had countless cat sitters, plant carers and house sitters in many different homes in Asia and Europe over the years, I am in tune with what housesitting requires and care very muc......
I'm a retired investment banker who has worked in NYC, Hong Kong and Singapore. Since leaving Finance 20 years ago, I have had my own Fitness Studio in Hong Kong; Paris, France; and Miami Beach, Florida. I am a Certified Personal Trainer and Sports Nutritionist who practices what I preach.
In addition to running, resistance training and getting clients into shape, I write fiction. This is why traveling is so important to me. Traveling is my passion and I prefer staying in a real home environment during my trips.
If you have one or more dogs who need to be cared for in your absence, I'd be delighted to take them out for a run. I run 10K every day - it offsets all the sitting which writing requires:)
Having had countless cat sitters, plant carers and house sitters in many different homes in Asia and Europe over the years, I am in tune with what housesitting requires and care very much about leaving a home in great shape and pets in good spirit!
Why I want to house sit
Writing is a lonely business and does require solitude. Therefore, I prefer to be by myself to focus on my production, but with the company of lovely pets and plants which require care, attention, and provide me with the necessary rhythms of daily life.
Housesitting allows me to cook sensibly and skillfully as I would in my own kitchen whilst experiencing life in a different country and culture. It also makes one feel less like a tourist and more blended into the local scene.
Traveling is very important to my fiction writing and provides much of the inspiration for my stories.
My experience
I have been returning the favor of friends who catsit for me in NYC by dog sitting, since 1974.
I love animals and most of my life have had cherished pets - dogs, cats, birds and fish, but none now.
Have both dog and housesat for friends in Paris when I lived there.
I am a 'house proud' person who takes great care of my own home and others' as well. Would be pleased to housesit and care for plants (possessing a green thumb!)
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House & pet sitting timeline
Marian has done 17 house sits since 2016
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San Donato MilaneseItalyOct 2018 - Jan 2019 -
OldenburgGermanyOct 2018 -
WarminsterUnited KingdomSep - Oct 2018 -
HadleighUnited KingdomSep 2018 -
WinslowUnited KingdomAug - Sep 2018 -
LondonUnited KingdomAug 2018 -
LutterworthUnited KingdomJul 2018 -
BrixhamUnited KingdomJun - Jul 2018 -
WarminsterUnited KingdomMay - Jun 2018 -
MarlboroughUnited KingdomApr - May 2018 -
VácHungaryDec 2017 - Jan 2018 -
RomeItalyJul - Aug 2017 -
TeddingtonUnited KingdomJun - Jul 2017 -
LondonUnited KingdomMay - Jun 2017 -
SwindonUnited KingdomMay 2017 -
SwindonUnited KingdomMar - Apr 2017 -
MarbellaSpainDec 2016 - Jan 2017
