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Our blogs are stories shared by our housesitting team, and members who have benefited from the affordable travel, home and pet care made possible through our membership network. We hope you enjoy the blogs. Please take a moment to leave your feedback.
Affordable luxury at home to celebrate
Becoming a homeowner can mean different things to different people. However, often money is tight and we spend our money on maintaining and developing our home. In this article of ideas that offer affordable luxury at home to help you…
Fun holiday housesitting in Lymington
Like many housesitters and petsitters I took a little break from travelling by housesitting during the recent travel restrictions. With travel returning to normal in my own country and abroad I decided to take the plunge and get back to…
House-sitting in Costa Rica
House-sitting Costa Rica was one possible option discovered by accident when searching online that became a reality for a young American couple. After a strenuous commercial period in running a business Tim and Kristie decide to take time out to…
Create a home with the cool factor
Finding a way to make your home comfortable and attractive is a focus for many a homeowner. But it is few who can create a home with the cool factor. Read on to learn our expert top tips. How to…
Home hardware finishes- Need they match?
If the design and style of your home matters, then the home hardware finished in your home matter. Most homeowners spend little time worrying about if the finishes to the hardware match. However, to some that level of detail is…
Need a new AC? 5 Tell tale signs
Many homeowners that experience high summer temperatures over extended periods of time will have an AC. But if you are new to the wonderful world of the cooling device you might not know when yours is failing. In this article…
Start a home renovation – Preparation
Many homeowners start a home renovation project without due preparation. This is a mistake. Take time before committing to a builder or materials merchants to ensure you have a good plan, a reasonable budget and plenty of contingency. Read on…
Landscape a mailman friendly yard
As a homeowner especially if you have a garden you need to consider the access to your property. The mailman has to come most days. So you need to ensure safe and easy access for deliveries. In this article we…
Traveling Australia: Melbourne, city of the senses
When Traveling Australia, Melbourne offers a fabulous first taste, in fact the entertainments and delights hit all the senses. The city boasts sophisticated skylines, lush botanical gardens, and a range of museums and galleries, with easy access to beaches and…