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Country escape within easy drive to village and tourist

Kirkby Malzeard, United Kingdom
  • 2dog
  • 1cat
  • fish
  • poultry
  • farm

Dates

Jan
Pet parent

Sitter needed:

31
May2025
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07
Jun2025
03
Oct2025
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05
Oct2025
17
Oct2025
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01
Nov2025
16
Nov2025
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23
Nov2025

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Introduction

I'm Jan and I live in an old stone farmhouse in rural Nidderdale very close to Fountains Abbey and approx 6 miles from Ripon and Masham - home of Black Sheep Brewery. I'm 2 miles from nearest village with shops and 1 mile from the village

Home & location

Old stone former farmhouse dating from 1760's set well back from road in 20 acres of grassland. No street lights or light pollution. Outside security lights and cameras front & back. NOTE - It is not possible for sitters to bring their own

houseHousecountrysideCountrysideNot accessible by public transport

Amenities

Amenities

Bedroom

Beds

KingDouble

Clothes storage

Wardrobe

Bedding and pillows

Internet & Office

Wifi

High-speed

Dedicated workspace

OfficeDeskWorktop

Kitchen

Stove

Electric

Oven

Microwave

Coffee maker

Toaster

Kettle

Fridge

Freezer

Dishwasher

Blender

Cooking basics

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

Heating & Cooling

Heating

CentralLog burnerFireplace

Bathroom

Bath

Shower

Shampoo

Hairdryer

Bathroom essentials

Towels, toilet paper, soap

Outdoor Spaces & Leisure

Scenic views

Garden

Patio

Terrace

Outdoor dining area

Barbecue

Parking & Transport

Parking

Free off-street parking

Seating Areas

Sofa

Dining area

Entertainment

TV

Streaming servicesDVD / Blu-ray playerStandard TV

Stereo

Safety & Security

Security camera

External camera monitoring the property

Cleaning

Washer

Dryer

Vacuum cleaner

Iron

Wifi (High-speed)Free off-street parkingScenic viewsGardenPatio

Responsibilities

Dogs feed and walk twice a day. Walk around fields in morning and around local country lanes at teatime. Play with them in lounge in evening. Maxy has a tablet with some cheese 3 times a week. Freya the new Deerhound puppy is very lively

Meet the pets

  • Lizzi

    Bedlington Terrier

    10 years

  • Freya

    Scottish Deerhound

    3 years

  • Beryl

    British Shorthair

    4 years

  • fish

  • poultry

  • farm animal

Sitter reviews (13)

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Kathryn

We had an amazing stay at Jan’s with all her animals. The dogs were lovely, very well behaved and loved their cuddles! The ducks and wildlife were simply

  • 2dog
  • 1cat
  • fish
  • poultry
  • farm
Stayed · 20 Mar - 26 Mar 2025
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Claire

This was our second time staying at Jan’s house. Freya and Lizzi were good as gold, just as they were the first time we stayed. They are such characters

  • 2dog
  • 1cat
  • fish
  • poultry
  • farm
Stayed · 05 Sep - 28 Sep 2024
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Margaret

Another very enjoyable stay in Yorkshire, looking after Freya, Lizzie, the Alpacas and ducks. So nice to go back when the weather is warm. The conservatory

  • 2dog
  • 1cat
  • fish
  • poultry
  • farm
Stayed · 04 Aug - 12 Aug 2024
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Gillian

We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves at Jan's lovely home with the dogs, alpacas, ducks and fish. Obviously the fish didn't need too much looking after and once

  • 2dog
  • 1cat
  • fish
  • poultry
  • farm
Stayed · 19 Jul - 22 Jul 2024
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Margaret

This was our second sit for Jan and we enjoyed it as much as the first time. The dogs are a delight, great characters and very affectionate. Freya, the

  • 2dog
  • 1cat
  • fish
  • poultry
  • farm
Stayed · 12 Jan - 20 Jan 2024

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