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Shuswap Älggialp Hideaway

Salmon Arm, BC, Canada
  • farm

Dates

Rita and Carlo
Pet parent

Sitter needed:

19 - 23 Jun 25
22 Jul - 5 Aug 25
12 Nov - 13 Dec 25

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Introduction

We're a young, retired couple with a strong sense of adventure. We love to travel near and far to visit our kids and grandkids. We love our cows and calves, but can't take them with us. (It's a straightforward setup with all the cows.)

Home & location

Located on 30 acres just on the edge of the city limit 10 min drive from downtown SalmonArm and a stone's throw from the golf course. Situated in the beautiful Shuswap. Beaches, fishing, biking\hiking trails, skiing, and snowshoeing in

houseHousebeachBeachcountrysideCountrysideNot accessible by public transport

Amenities

Amenities

Bedroom

Beds

Queen

Bedding and pillows

Internet & Office

Wifi

Basic

Dedicated workspace

Desk

Kitchen

Stove

Electric

Oven

Coffee maker

Kettle

Fridge

Freezer

Dishwasher

Blender

Cooking basics

Pots, pans, cutlery, glasses, oil, salt & pepper

Heating & Cooling

Heating

Fireplace

Bathroom

Bath

Shower

Hairdryer

Bathroom essentials

Towels, toilet paper, soap

Outdoor Spaces & Leisure

Patio

Balcony

Outdoor dining area

Barbecue

Parking & Transport

Parking

Free off-street parking

Seating Areas

Sofa

Dining area

Entertainment

TV

Streaming servicesStandard TV

Stereo

Safety & Security

Fire alarm

Fire extinguisher

Cleaning

Washer

Dryer

Vacuum cleaner

Iron

Wifi (Basic)Free off-street parkingPatioBalconyDedicated workspace (Desk)

Responsibilities

The sitter's responsibilities are to milk the two cows twice a day with a milking machine. Easy to handle. Straightforward. Also, feed the two calves. The momma cows are eating grass, or you have to feed them hay, depending on the season

Meet the pets

  • farm animal

Sitter reviews (6)

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Thea

A fantastic sit. It was very straight forward, Milka was so friendly and well behaved. Futur was also very easy to look after and was always happy to be

  • farm
Stayed · 28 Oct - 31 Oct 2023
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Alberto

Awesome housesit, pets and family. We really enjoyed meeting Rita and Carlo, loved their house and small farm and had fun with Milka, Futuer and the cows

  • farm
Stayed · 07 Oct - 16 Oct 2023
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Eliot

We enjoyed sitting for Rita & Carlo over Easter weekend. Their house is comfortable and they gave a good orientation to ensure we knew how to look after the

  • farm
Stayed · 06 Apr - 12 Apr 2023
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Former Member

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Stayed · 01 Mar - 07 Mar 2023
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David

I would recommend this sit. The communication about the sit and what your responsibilities were was great. The home was very comfortable. The house is very

  • farm
Stayed · 09 Sep - 19 Sep 2022

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