Long Term House Sitting (4 weeks +)
Long Term House Sitting in New Zealand
Long term house sitting in New Zealand is a unique way to immerse yourself in the community and experience real life in a new location.
In addition to providing a unique cultural experience, long-term house sitting can also be an affordable way to travel and live in a new location. As a house sitter, you’ll have the opportunity to live rent-free and save money on accommodation while exploring all that New Zealand has to offer.
Many homeowners prefer to have their property looked after by a reliable and trustworthy house sitter for an extended period, which can range from a few months to a year or more. There are plenty of long-term house-sitting jobs in New Zealand, listed on NZ House Sitters.
To find house sitting jobs with more specific features, use our SEARCH page.
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Ruatoki North, Bay of Plenty
Life style block just outside of Wh...
We have an a small lifestyle block 18 km outside of Whakatane. A few sheep,chickens and three dogs.- 18th May 2024 - 30th Jun 2024
- 43 days
- Farm House
- Yes
- No
Ashwick Flat, Canterbury
Farm Stay in Mackenzie country
Im after a house sitter on my small farm. The house is a large lodge and surrounded by- 3rd Jan 2024 - 10th Feb 2024
- 38 days
- Farm House
- Yes
- Yes
Kohukohu, Northland
Coastal Home
Our home is an old villa with a front lawn and extensive sea views of the Hokianga Harbour.- 1st Apr 2024 - 1st Aug 2024
- 122 days
- House
- No
- No
New Plymouth, Taranaki
Seeking Housesitter
- 15th Sep 2023 - 3rd Jan 2024
- 110 days
- House
- Yes
- Yes
Paekākāriki, Wellington
Semi rural
Semi rural old school house. High ceilings, 2 bedrooms. Large section, lemon- 18th Oct 2023 - 4th Dec 2023
- 47 days
- House
- Yes
- No
Koputaroa, Manawatū-Whanganui
Hobby farm
Hi, we live on a lifestyle block in Horowhenua about 5 minutes from Levin . We are away- 1st Feb 2024 - 25th Jul 2024
- 175 days
- Farm House
- Yes
- Yes
Hataitai, Wellington
Seeking house sitting/ dog sitting
Need someone who love animals, in this case, a dog.. to take care around 2 months. Our house- 4th Sep 2023 - 31st Oct 2023
- 57 days
- Townhouse
- Yes
- No
Dairy Flat, Auckland
Looking for a mature solo lady who ...
RE- POSTING due to being let down from previous sitter when communication stopped after agreeing. We are heading- 21st Aug 2023 - 29th Sep 2023
- 39 days
- House
- Yes
- No
Paparore, Northland
Avocado orchard
Hi Candidates, We live in the beautiful far north in the heart of Awanui close to 90mile beach,- 22nd Nov 2023 - 21st Dec 2023
- 29 days
- Farm House
- Yes
- No
Karaka, Auckland
Lifestyle Block
House sitter needed to watch over our house and keep our cat company. House situated in a lovely- 8th Aug 2023 - 6th Sep 2023
- 29 days
- Farm House
- Yes
- No
Waitara, Taranaki
House and pet minder wanted
I have a small cottage in Waitara and I am looking for some one who is confident with- 15th Jan 2024 - 27th Feb 2024
- 43 days
- Cottage
- Yes
- Yes
Parnell, Auckland
Parnell, Auckland – Mimi need...
We have a very special 4 year old pussy cat called Mimi who is half Main Coon and- 25th Sep 2023 - 26th Oct 2023
- 31 days
- House
- Yes
- No
Tīrau, Waikato
farm setting
feed cooks mow- 11th Sep 2023 - 25th Oct 2023
- 44 days
- House
- Yes
- No
Paraparaumu, Wellington
Suburban home
Large comfortable home, no- 26th Aug 2023 - 7th Oct 2023
- 42 days
- House
- No
- No
Avondale, Auckland
Family Home
Hi, my name is Kim. I have a lovely, sunny 3 bedroom unit in Avondale. There is a- 25th Sep 2023 - 4th Nov 2023
- 40 days
- Unit
- Yes
- Yes
Thames, Waikato
Large villa , central Thames Hi
Hi there , A cosy large villa , with a cute kitty. Close to shops , beaches and- 23rd Aug 2023 - 26th Oct 2023
- 64 days
- House
- Yes
- No
Hakataramea Valley, Canterbury
South Canterbury Home/Pet Sitters
Waimate township, room for own camper or stay in house, 2 female labs to look after ( 12- 18th Jan 2025 - 18th Jan 2025
- 0 days
- House
- Yes
- Yes
Lincoln, Canterbury
Seeking house sitter
Easy care executive home with central heating, quiet private setting, walking distance to local amenities. Two lovely dogs- 5th Sep 2023 - 13th Oct 2023
- 38 days
- House
- Yes
- No
Flat Bush, Auckland
Home Stay
Hi, We are planning to visit overseas during Christmas period and is looking for someone to stay with- 1st Jan 2024 - 7th Jan 2024
- 6 days
- House
- Yes
- No
Birkenhead, Auckland
Large House with pool in Birkenhead...
Large modern 5 bedroom house in Birkenhead, Auckland with our much loved Maltese Poodle “Barnie”. House is on- 2nd Jul 2023 - 3rd Sep 2023
- 63 days
- House
- Yes
- Yes
Tahawai, Bay of Plenty
5* views and native bush in sunny B...
Very private and comfortable house located 4 kms from Katikati. 3ha of pristine native bush plus extensive views- 4th Sep 2023 - 18th Oct 2023
- 44 days
- House
- Yes
- Yes
Totara Vale, Auckland
Auckland home
We have a young schnoodle puppy called Reggie, who will be a little over a year old when- 7th Dec 2023 - 8th Jan 2024
- 32 days
- House
- Yes
- No
Dunedin, Otago
Diary goat farm sit
Kia ora, we are Johanna and Neil, a German – Australian artist couple. When we need house sitters,- 24th Apr 2024 - 24th Jun 2024
- 61 days
- House
- Yes
- No
Nūhaka, Hawke's Bay
Lifestyle block in Nuhaka
Cottage close to Mahia Peninsula, no pets. Hi there, we are looking for a lovely person(s) to look- 31st Aug 2023 - 16th Oct 2023
- 46 days
- Cottage
- Yes
- No
katikati, Bay of Plenty
House sitter needed
Hi, meet out pets….! We have got two cats Besito 4y (ginger cat) & Belle 1y (Grey tubby).- 5th Jun 2023 - 27th Jul 2023
- 52 days
- Unit
- Yes
- No
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Home Owners have peace of mind knowing that their home and pets are in safe hands and are getting the love they deserve. In exchange, house sitters get to live rent-free and save thousands.
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