What are the best ways to find housesitters?

Question

We need a mature couple to look after our Napier home, July August

Answer 1

I ma pretty certain there are a few companies now that supply people with house sitters....I would look on the net to see whats what...some may be specific areas that they cater to.

Answer 2

you willprobably have to advertise overseas

Answer 3

Word of mouth - there's a sort of friend's guarantee with this method.

Otherwise, a reputable organisation like NZMCA (google it), the Motor Caravan Assn. Some of their members are doing this all the time.

The orchardists association, also the Civil Service often require a short term place for Police, Customs, Justice, Tax personnel (etc) for staff on secondment to cover leave and special duties. Their office will provide for the responsibility of their staff.

Hope you find a suitable person.