About Karen
I gave up full-time work in 2010 in order to help with the care of my mum, and although she passed away over two years ago I have not gone back to full-time employment and am enjoying semi-retirement! I have always loved to travel, engaging with local culture, people and the rhythm of life wherever I am, so when I read about house sitting it see...
I gave up full-time work in 2010 in order to help with the care of my mum, and although she passed away over two years ago I have not gone back to full-time employment and am enjoying semi-retirement! I have always loved to travel, engaging with local culture, people and the rhythm of life wherever I am, so when I read about house sitting it seemed like the perfect fit for me, with the added bonus of sometimes having some furry friends.
My professional background is in the arts, with a degree in psychology and education. I worked for many years as an event organiser and director of a national arts agency, so I am used to staying calm and dealing with all eventualities! I now run a dance company for adults with learning disability which, as it is just part-time, gives me the freedom to explore new pathways. As a homeowner I have also welcomed many visiting artists to my home, so I know what it means to care for someone else's beloved space. I have enjoyed creating a warm and welcoming home in my Victorian flat and have been told I am the perfect house guest. I hope you can get a sense I would treat anywhere that I might stay with the utmost respect. I love architecture and can adapt to living pretty well anywhere. I also love animals and they seem to love me! At present I don't have any pets myself, but Harry the local vagabond cat visits most days. The big love of my life was my beautiful lurcher cross saluki and Irish Wolfhound!
Hobbies: Yoga, dance, travelling, hiking/walking, gardening, restoring old furniture, rummaging in flea markets, healthy eating/cooking/juicing, vintage clothing
This is me starting out on Trusted Housesitters, but I hope I can be someone's perfect find to start me off.
Why I want to house sit
I have arrived at a new chapter in my life and have been considering doing some writing. I always seem to get distracted with other things at home, so time away is very appealing. I have also been considering a more permanent move abroad, so I think some time house sitting would help me to test the water, while also doing something useful and giving something back. I would welcome the opportunity to explore new communities and environments and to make new friends and more international connections while providing love and attention to the family home and pets.
My experience
I have just joined Trusted Housesitters so can not yet directly refer to any experience, but I have travelled quite extensively and more often stayed in local homes and have often stayed in friend's homes. I am extremely careful, clean, mature and professional. I am accustomed to making decisions and dealing with whatever comes up. Last summer I managed some major work in my nephew's flat and have also done quite a lot in my own home, so am resourceful and used to dealing with any home emergencies. I am a tidy non-smoker, am good with plants, previous cat & dog owner and have a clean driving record. I would treat any homeowner's home, car, belongings, and more as I would my own with love, care and respect.
Reviews (7)
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Noah - Dulwich, United Kingdom
05 April - 13 April 2019
Karen did a wonderful job taking care of our 4 chickens. She kept them and the house in very good shape while we were away. We would happily have her come to sit again.
Karen did a wonderful job taking care of our 4 chickens. She kept them and the house in very good shape while we were away. We would happily have her come to sit again.
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Henry - Auchtermuchty, United Kingdom
22 January - 03 February 2019
Karen came back to look after the house and dogs for a longer spell in January, She always makes it so easy for us to go away n the knowledge that everything is in hand . We returned again the find the dogs in great fettle and the house in great shape.
Looking forward to seeing her back at the ...Karen came back to look after the house and dogs for a longer spell in January, She always makes it so easy for us to go away n the knowledge that everything is in hand . We returned again the find the dogs in great fettle and the house in great shape.
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Henry - Auchtermuchty, United Kingdom
22 February - 26 February 2019
Karen kindly came back to look after our dogs for a third time when we headed off for a short break at the end of February. Yet again we found it very easy to leave in the knowledge that she was in charge - knowing that both our home and our dogs were in good hands. Karen is great - we would...
Karen kindly came back to look after our dogs for a third time when we headed off for a short break at the end of February. Yet again we found it very easy to leave in the knowledge that she was in charge - knowing that both our home and our dogs were in good hands. Karen is great - we would highly recommend her as a house sitter and will definitely be inviting her to dog sit in the future
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About Karen
I gave up full-time work in 2010 in order to help with the care of my mum, and although she passed away over two years ago I have not gone back to full-time employment and am enjoying semi-retirement! I have always loved to travel, engaging with local culture, people and the rhythm of life wherever I am, so when I read about house sitting it seemed like the perfect fit for me, with the added bonus of sometimes having some furry friends.
My professional background is in the arts, with a degree in psychology and education. I worked for many years as an event organiser and director of a national arts agency, so I am used to staying calm and dealing with all eventualities! I now run a dance company for adults with learning disability which, as it is just part-time, gives me the freedom to explore new pathways. As a homeowner I have also welcomed many visiting artists to my home, so I k......
I gave up full-time work in 2010 in order to help with the care of my mum, and although she passed away over two years ago I have not gone back to full-time employment and am enjoying semi-retirement! I have always loved to travel, engaging with local culture, people and the rhythm of life wherever I am, so when I read about house sitting it seemed like the perfect fit for me, with the added bonus of sometimes having some furry friends.
My professional background is in the arts, with a degree in psychology and education. I worked for many years as an event organiser and director of a national arts agency, so I am used to staying calm and dealing with all eventualities! I now run a dance company for adults with learning disability which, as it is just part-time, gives me the freedom to explore new pathways. As a homeowner I have also welcomed many visiting artists to my home, so I know what it means to care for someone else's beloved space. I have enjoyed creating a warm and welcoming home in my Victorian flat and have been told I am the perfect house guest. I hope you can get a sense I would treat anywhere that I might stay with the utmost respect. I love architecture and can adapt to living pretty well anywhere. I also love animals and they seem to love me! At present I don't have any pets myself, but Harry the local vagabond cat visits most days. The big love of my life was my beautiful lurcher cross saluki and Irish Wolfhound!
Hobbies: Yoga, dance, travelling, hiking/walking, gardening, restoring old furniture, rummaging in flea markets, healthy eating/cooking/juicing, vintage clothing
This is me starting out on Trusted Housesitters, but I hope I can be someone's perfect find to start me off.
Why I want to house sit
I have arrived at a new chapter in my life and have been considering doing some writing. I always seem to get distracted with other things at home, so time away is very appealing. I have also been considering a more permanent move abroad, so I think some time house sitting would help me to test the water, while also doing something useful and giving something back. I would welcome the opportunity to explore new communities and environments and to make new friends and more international connections while providing love and attention to the family home and pets.
My experience
I have just joined Trusted Housesitters so can not yet directly refer to any experience, but I have travelled quite extensively and more often stayed in local homes and have often stayed in friend's homes. I am extremely careful, clean, mature and professional. I am accustomed to making decisions and dealing with whatever comes up. Last summer I managed some major work in my nephew's flat and have also done quite a lot in my own home, so am resourceful and used to dealing with any home emergencies. I am a tidy non-smoker, am good with plants, previous cat & dog owner and have a clean driving record. I would treat any homeowner's home, car, belongings, and more as I would my own with love, care and respect.
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House & pet sitting timeline
Karen has done 8 house sits since 2016
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DulwichUnited KingdomApr 2019 -
GlasgowUnited KingdomMar 2019 -
AuchtermuchtyUnited KingdomFeb 2019 -
GlasgowUnited KingdomFeb 2019
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AuchtermuchtyUnited KingdomJan - Feb 2019
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GlasgowUnited KingdomAug - Sep 2018
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AuchtermuchtyUnited KingdomAug 2018
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EdinburghUnited KingdomJul 2018
