Judy & David
Judy & David
Retired couple in our mid 50's who are loving life in the UK & EU.
About Judy & David
My husband David and have moved from Christchurch New Zealand to come and experience England & Europe for a while. We have now been house sitting since 2012 and loving every minute of it. As property owners we know how important it is to have some one who cares about your home and possessions. We have 3 children who have their own lives so now ...
My husband David and have moved from Christchurch New Zealand to come and experience England & Europe for a while. We have now been house sitting since 2012 and loving every minute of it. As property owners we know how important it is to have some one who cares about your home and possessions. We have 3 children who have their own lives so now it is time for us. David and I are in our mid fifties and have loved the change in direction since having retired. We are non smokers and enjoy walking so taking dogs for a walk is not a problem in fact it would be just great as it gets us out to exercise.
Since we began our journey in 2012 we have met some wonderful people and have made life long friends. One particular family have become such great friends that we attended their daughters wedding and they have just attended our daughters wedding in France. We have sat for this couple upwards of 20 times.
We would love to here from anyone who is looking for honest responsible and reliable house sitters with our own transport.
Regards
Judy
Why we want to house sit
David & I have always wonder what it would be like to live in a different part of the world. We thought that Housesitting would be a perfect way to do this. We have purchased a car so that we can travel anywhere anytime.
Our experience
As home owners we know what it is like to have someone repsect and care for your property and animals. We have two rental properties in Hanmer Springs New Zealand and it is wonderful to travel there and find that the previous holidaymakers have left the house as you would have left it yourself.
Reviews (28)
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Kim And Les - Saint-Domineuc, France
24 July - 07 August 2018
We find it difficult not to repeat all the good things that have been said before but ......
this was the first time we had used Trusted House Sitters and we were a bit apprehensive about leaving our house, garden and four cats in the care of strangers to say the least. We needn’t have been, rig...We find it difficult not to repeat all the good things that have been said before but ......
this was the first time we had used Trusted House Sitters and we were a bit apprehensive about leaving our house, garden and four cats in the care of strangers to say the least. We needn’t have been, right from our first meeting, David and Judy put our minds at rest with their thoroughly professional attitude. They kept in touch whilst we were away with regular updates on our feline family so we knew that they were being lovingly looked after and worried about, and dealing with day to day things that occurred. On our return we found the house spotlessly clean, garden well watered, which in itself was a major task as we have had an exceptionally hot summer. Judy had prepared a lovely lunch for us (sorry Judy I know I shouldn’t have mentioned it ;) ), David had even carried out an emergency repair job on a door lock. We have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending David and Judy, and we hope they will return one day.
A huge thank you to David and Judy, it was very much appreciated.- Organised
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David - Miramont-de-Guyenne, France
14 July - 22 July 2018
Judy and David house sat for our dachshund Johnny and although our contact with them was brief due to travelling arrangements, I have to say that everything was wonderful when we returned. The house was immaculate and they had not had any problems with the dog and he too was immaculate. Judy left...
Judy and David house sat for our dachshund Johnny and although our contact with them was brief due to travelling arrangements, I have to say that everything was wonderful when we returned. The house was immaculate and they had not had any problems with the dog and he too was immaculate. Judy left us a quiche and a bottle of NZ wine for our return and we have no hesitation in giving them the best possible recommendation.
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Benny - Bristol, United Kingdom
17 December - 02 February 2018
Dave and Judy accepted to housesit our home and looked after our very hipper dog Nala for 6 weeks over the period of Christmas and New Years.
They looked after Nala in an amazing manner, even caring for her on New Years eve since Nala was horrified of fireworks.
During our absence, Dave succesfu...Dave and Judy accepted to housesit our home and looked after our very hipper dog Nala for 6 weeks over the period of Christmas and New Years.
They looked after Nala in an amazing manner, even caring for her on New Years eve since Nala was horrified of fireworks.
During our absence, Dave succesfully fixed a small leak we had under the sink with no problem and hesitations, they kept us informed on Nala at all times sending some videos and pictures making me feel comfortable that Nala was being looked after at all times.
Per our return, Judy left the house in impecable conditions. I had a lovely bouquet of flowers in my living room and a very delicious pumpkin soup was left for us to have since we arrived late in the evening.
I will strongly recommend Dave and Judy to look after your home and pet as they truly care for your home and loved pet as if it was their own.
We are extremely pleased to have found them and can't thank them enough for all their help.- Organised
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About Judy & David
My husband David and have moved from Christchurch New Zealand to come and experience England & Europe for a while. We have now been house sitting since 2012 and loving every minute of it. As property owners we know how important it is to have some one who cares about your home and possessions. We have 3 children who have their own lives so now it is time for us. David and I are in our mid fifties and have loved the change in direction since having retired. We are non smokers and enjoy walking so taking dogs for a walk is not a problem in fact it would be just great as it gets us out to exercise.
Since we began our journey in 2012 we have met some wonderful people and have made life long friends. One particular family have become such great friends that we attended their daughters wedding and they have just attended our daughters wedding in France. We have sat for this couple upwar......
My husband David and have moved from Christchurch New Zealand to come and experience England & Europe for a while. We have now been house sitting since 2012 and loving every minute of it. As property owners we know how important it is to have some one who cares about your home and possessions. We have 3 children who have their own lives so now it is time for us. David and I are in our mid fifties and have loved the change in direction since having retired. We are non smokers and enjoy walking so taking dogs for a walk is not a problem in fact it would be just great as it gets us out to exercise.
Since we began our journey in 2012 we have met some wonderful people and have made life long friends. One particular family have become such great friends that we attended their daughters wedding and they have just attended our daughters wedding in France. We have sat for this couple upwards of 20 times.
We would love to here from anyone who is looking for honest responsible and reliable house sitters with our own transport.
Regards
Judy
Why we want to house sit
David & I have always wonder what it would be like to live in a different part of the world. We thought that Housesitting would be a perfect way to do this. We have purchased a car so that we can travel anywhere anytime.
Our experience
As home owners we know what it is like to have someone repsect and care for your property and animals. We have two rental properties in Hanmer Springs New Zealand and it is wonderful to travel there and find that the previous holidaymakers have left the house as you would have left it yourself.
Verifications
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Previous house sitting experience
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House & pet sitting timeline
Judy and David have done 30 house sits since 2011
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Saint-DomineucFranceJul - Aug 2018 -
Miramont-de-GuyenneFranceJul 2018 -
BristolUnited KingdomDec 2017 - Feb 2018 -
BathUnited KingdomOct 2017 -
PershoreUnited KingdomOct 2017 -
PrestonUnited KingdomSep 2017 -
BathUnited KingdomJul - Aug 2017 -
MelbourneAustraliaJan 2017 -
Mount WaverleyAustraliaJan 2017 -
MelbourneAustraliaDec 2016 - Jan 2017
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BeckenhamUnited KingdomMay - Jun 2016 -
KinrossUnited KingdomMar 2016 -
ChelmsfordUnited KingdomDec 2015 -
ZürichSwitzerlandDec 2015 -
MontpellierFranceDec 2015 -
OtfordUnited KingdomSep 2015 -
CranleighUnited KingdomAug 2015 -
LondonUnited KingdomAug 2015 -
RedwickUnited KingdomJul 2015
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São Brás de AlportelPortugalApr 2015 -
MelbourneAustraliaDec 2014 - Jan 2015
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Forest GreenUnited KingdomAug 2014 -
Magnac-LavalFranceJul 2014 -
OvertonUnited KingdomDec 2013 -
PellegrueFranceAug 2013 -
ChâteaubriantFranceJul 2013 -
BlackheathUnited KingdomMar 2013 -
ChesterfieldUnited KingdomNov 2012 -
MálagaSpainJun 2012
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BristolUnited KingdomJun 2012
