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Cool private hobby farm near Gainesville, Florida with chickens

Gainesville, FL, US
  • 1dog
  • poultry

Dates

Kristine
Pet parent
Currently no sitter needed

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Introduction

Active couple love their private 11 acres farm and animals just outside of Gainesville, Florida but also love the adventures of travel. We need the help of someone to keep the wheels on the bus while we visit family and exotic lands while

Home & location

Beautiful private and quiet property at end of road surrounded by horse farm and preserve. Primary residence with separate full service cottage with small gym. Fenced yard with Chicken coop (currently 9 hens and a rooster) and garden.

houseHousecountrysideCountrysideNot accessible by public transport

Amenities

Amenities

Bedroom

Beds

Queen

Clothes storage

Wardrobe

Bedding and pillows

Internet & Office

Wifi

High-speed

Dedicated workspace

OfficeDeskWorktop

Kitchen

Microwave

Coffee maker

Toaster

Kettle

Fridge

Freezer

Cooking basics

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

Heating & Cooling

Air conditioning

Heating

Central

Bathroom

Bath

Shower

Shampoo

Hairdryer

Bathroom essentials

Towels, toilet paper, soap

Outdoor Spaces & Leisure

Scenic views

Garden

Patio

Communal gardens

Outdoor dining area

Barbecue

Parking & Transport

Parking

Free off-street parking

Sitters can use your bike

Seating Areas

Sofa

Dining area

Entertainment

TV

Streaming services

Safety & Security

Security camera

External camera monitoring the property

Fire alarm

Fire extinguisher

First aid kit

Cleaning

Washer

Dryer

Vacuum cleaner

Iron

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

Responsibilities

Feed dog - 1x day in AM / short walk Fish - 1 tablespoon every 2-3 days Chicken - coop opens and closes automatically in the morning and evening. 1 cup of oats daily and one cup of grubs daily. Keep feeder and water topped off. Collect

Meet the pets

  • Hemi

    12 years

  • poultry

Sitter reviews (4)

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Matty

This was a truly unique sit. A lovely property set on 11 private acres, you felt like you were far away from everything, yet all the conveniences you need

  • 1dog
  • poultry
Stayed · 25 Nov - 06 Dec 2024
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Sarah

We just wrapped up a magnificent sit with Kristine and Thom and can't recommend them enough!  Their home is in a lovely rural setting, while still being

  • 1dog
  • poultry
Stayed · 01 Oct - 26 Oct 2024
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Marie-Hélène

This place is amazing! We enjoyed spending time in Kristine’s little piece of paradise! Very peaceful area in the country.

  • 1dog
  • poultry
Stayed · 10 Mar - 07 Apr 2024
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Christine

Kristine and Thom are a lovely couple and rightly proud of their property, lovely home, comfortable guest house and pets. Although remote, restaurants and

  • 1dog
  • poultry
Stayed · 28 Oct - 05 Nov 2023

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