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Individual (own car) sought to mind dog, cats, and garden from

Azay-le-Rideau, France
  • 1dog
  • 4cat

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melanie
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Introduction

I am an Australian living in France. I am travelling with my children, and we are looking for a house-sitter, as we live in a big old house and there is quite a lot to look after.

Home & location

We live in a hamlet just outside Azay le Rideau, in the Loire, France. There is lots to see and to do in the area. You will need a car, but we also have bikes available for your use. The home is a large old manoir, set not too far from the

houseHousecountrysideCountrysideNot accessible by public transport

Amenities

Amenities

Bedroom

Beds

King

Bedding and pillows

Internet & Office

Wifi

High-speed

Kitchen

Stove

Gas

Oven

Kettle

Fridge

Freezer

Dishwasher

Blender

Cooking basics

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

Heating & Cooling

Heating

CentralLog burner

Bathroom

Bath

Shower

Outdoor Spaces & Leisure

Garden

Terrace

Outdoor dining area

Parking & Transport

Sitters can use your bike

Seating Areas

Sofa

Dining area

Safety & Security

Fire extinguisher

Cleaning

Washer

Dryer

Vacuum cleaner

Iron

Wifi (High-speed)GardenTerraceSitters can use your bikeWasher

Responsibilities

Responsible for walking and caring for our dog, some light work in the garden (specifically weeding the potager); and generally ensuring the house, together with the grounds are well kept in our absence. Also - please note there is a small

Meet the pets

  • Illustration of a smiling dog

    Chausette

    Labrador Retriever

    4 years

  • Illustration of a smiling cat

    Misty

    5 years

  • Illustration of a smiling cat

    Snoozy

    1 year

  • Illustration of a smiling cat

    cat

  • Illustration of a smiling cat

    cat

Sitter reviews (7)

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Dorota

Melanie's house offers a genuine French countryside experience with a park-like garden. Chaussette the dog is well-trained and affectionate, while the four

  • 1dog
  • 4cat
Stayed · 07 Feb - 23 Feb 2025
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Linda

We very much enjoyed our sit at Melanies. Chausette the dog and the cats are an absolute delight !!! They are clearly very loved and cared for which is

  • 1dog
  • 4cat
Stayed · 29 Dec 2024 - 05 Jan 2025
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Aurore

It was my first sit through THS, and I loved every second of it! Melanie's home is amazing and has a wonderful garden, more like a park actually - it's so

  • 1dog
  • 4cat
Stayed · 20 Oct - 31 Oct 2024
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LAURA

This sit was fabulous - the use of the car was so useful. The pets were all excellent, characterful and loving. Amazing scenery and fantastic French

  • 1dog
  • 4cat
Stayed · 23 Feb - 10 Mar 2024
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Inge

Our stay at the House in France, hosted by Melanie and her delightful children, was an enchanting experience from the moment we arrived. Welcomed on the day

  • 1dog
  • 4cat
Stayed · 28 Dec 2023 - 05 Jan 2024

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