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Discover house sitting in Nelson

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4 house sits in Nelson, New Zealand

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House sit in Tahunanui, New Zealand
House sit pet parent - Sunny dog and Bossy cat looking for snuggles while the family is away

Sunny dog and Bossy cat looking for snuggles while the family is away

from 23 October 2026 to 26 October 2026 · 3 nights

Tahunanui, New Zealand

  • 1 dog
  • 1 cat
House sit in Nelson, New Zealand
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House sit pet parent - Mud Brick home, overlooking the Bay 15 minutes from town.

Animals all friendly.

Mud Brick home, overlooking the Bay 15 minutes from town. Animals all friendly.

from 31 August 2026 to 21 September 2026 · 21 nights

Nelson, New Zealand

  • 3 or more pets

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House sit in Nelson, New Zealand
House sit pet parent - Cat sit in Nelson

Cat sit in Nelson

Nelson, New Zealand

  • 1 cat
  • fish
House sit in Nelson, New Zealand
House sit pet parent - Staffy X  and Collie X seeking loving sitter to play and cuddle with.

Staffy X and Collie X seeking loving sitter to play and cuddle with.

Nelson, New Zealand

  • 2 dogs
House sit in Nelson, New Zealand
House sit pet parent - Dog/ House sitter in sunny Nelson, NZ.

Dog/ House sitter in sunny Nelson, NZ.

Nelson, New Zealand

  • 1 dog
  • poultry
House sit in Nelson, New Zealand
House sit pet parent - Loving babysitter needed for our fur babies

Loving babysitter needed for our fur babies

Nelson, New Zealand

  • 2 cats
House sit in Nelson, New Zealand
House sit pet parent - Loving sitters wanted for a gorgeous well behaved Labrador/retriever cross

Loving sitters wanted for a gorgeous well behaved Labrador/retriever cross

Nelson, New Zealand

  • 1 dog
House sit in Nelson, New Zealand
House sit pet parent - Cat sitter required in central sunny Nelson

Cat sitter required in central sunny Nelson

Nelson, New Zealand

  • 1 cat
House sit in Nelson, New Zealand
House sit pet parent - Beautiful Bernese looking for loving carer

Beautiful Bernese looking for loving carer

Nelson, New Zealand

  • 1 dog
  • 1 cat
House sit in Nelson, New Zealand
House sit pet parent - 2 Mini Schnauzers living their best life on the bay in Sunny Nelson.

2 Mini Schnauzers living their best life on the bay in Sunny Nelson.

Nelson, New Zealand

  • 2 dogs
House sit in Nelson, New Zealand
House sit pet parent - Caring sitter for an adorable if active 4 year old boy.

Caring sitter for an adorable if active 4 year old boy.

Nelson, New Zealand

  • 1 dog
House sit in Nelson, New Zealand
House sit pet parent - Nelson stay with sweet Phoebe

Nelson stay with sweet Phoebe

Nelson, New Zealand

  • 1 dog
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Why you'll love pet and house sitting in Nelson

An illustration of a cat laying on his pet bedForget hotel rooms

From home comforts to the calming company of pets, house sitting offers so much more.

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Explore new places while making a difference to the lives of pets and people along the way.

An illustration of a house with a tree in the foregroundA new perspective

You don’t have to travel far. With pet and house sitting, you can find a world of adventures just around the corner.

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A win-win without money

On house and pet sits, you’ll provide home and pet care in return for a place to stay on your travels. An annual plan unlocks unlimited access to sits, making it an affordable and fulfilling way to travel.

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I am so blessed to have this experience and to be able to have a companion by my side the entire time. I’m forever grateful for the opportunity TrustedHousesitters provides! This is truly life changing.

Adelia, sitter member from Bath, UK

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Want to know if a house sit is right for you? Look for feedback previous sitters have left on the pet parent's listing.

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House sit in homes with peace of mind they’re covered at no extra cost to you or the pet parent.

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With a free direct line to a dedicated team of veterinary nurses, you can quickly clear up any pet queries.

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All that’s exchanged between our sitters and pet parents is trust - sitters get to stay in cool locations near and far, caring for pets with a place to stay in return. And with no money passing hands, we’re certain everybody’s here for the same reasons: their never-ending love for pets and travel.

With an annual sitter membership, animal lovers like you can explore the world and enjoy unique stays in exchange for pet care. Live like a local, care for adorable pets, and provide pet parents with peace of mind while they’re away. Apply for as many sits as you like and get ready for meaningful connections and unforgettable adventures.

Choose your membership plan and create a profile that stands out from the pack - include clear photos, relevant experience, and references (these don’t have to be from previous house sits). Next, set up a saved search to be the first to find out when house sitting opportunities in Nelson become available for your chosen dates. Once you’ve found the ideal sit, write a personalized message to the pet parents explaining why you're the perfect person for their furry friend! Find out more with 10 tips on how to become a house sitter.

Your number one priority when house sitting in Nelson will be taking care of the pets. Daily walks, mealtimes, and lots of cuddles will be top of the agenda as most house sits include a pet. Aside from this, house sitters in Nelson need to keep the home clean and tidy and send regular updates to the pet parents about their precious pet pals.

At TrustedHousesitters, our members are driven by a genuine love of pets, not money. They exchange loving pet care for a place to stay on their travels, gaining a wealth of experiences and memories to last a lifetime.

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