References and Reviews

Jane McGrath

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We had a wonderful stay with 2 gorgeous doggies Alfie and Willow, as well as 2 kitty’s in a beautiful house. Everything was made very easy for us by Sally and Paul who are extremely hospitable and very helpful with local knowledge. I would highly recommend this house sit and would absolutely go back. Thanks Sally and Paul

deboraheast

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Home Owners - A really lovely couple who were very friendly and gave us the best welcome, communication throughout the stay was really good and they were very well prepared with lists for both the pets and property. Pets - Very easy to look after and no trouble at all. My children loved giving them lots of love and we were sad to say goodbye. Property - Super! Very large, lots of space both inside and out, everything you need in order for a family to have a happy stay. The pool was an added bonus which was made good use of. Property even had an outside kitchen so each night we had a barbi, lovely way to spend an evening. Location - Car needed. Great local shop five mins away, historic town of Elche only 15 mins and beaches around the same distance. What to do - Lots of different beaches to choose from, town of Elche really interesting and a great place to look around, has the historic church, traditional squares and lots of green space/parks. Can't fault this housesit and feel lucky to have been a housesitter in this property.

Charlotte Coombe

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Where to start... Sally and Paul are such a lovely couple, really good at being in touch and communicating details before the sit, and so welcoming when I arrived (picking me up from the airport the night before they left, and Sally showed me around the area on the morning of their departure). Then I had 3 weeks to myself with Willow and Alfie (dogs), and Tilly and Lily (cats), all of whom I fell in love with. The house is very homely and comfortable, Sally even left me food in the fridge and freezer, and took me to the supermarket so I could get some groceries too before they left. I had the most relaxing time, swimming in the beautiful pool, enjoying the sunshine and peace and quiet, the perfect location for me as a translator, I got lots of translation and reading done. And all this in the company of two very loving and easy-going old dogs who became my little shadows, so I never felt lonely. The area is great - beaches within easy reach, the towns of Elche and Alicante not far, and supermarkets a short drive away too. I enjoyed running around the urbanizacion and in the surrounding area. Having use of their car was a real bonus for getting around. Beautiful villa, lovely pool, all secure and with an electric gate, so I felt very safe even being there on my own. They were also fine with my sister come out to stay for a few days too - Sally and Paul are basically very open and accommodating sort of people, which is so nice to encounter. All in all, I absolutely loved my stay here, and can't wait to house-sit for them again. Excellent place and hosts, and the sweetest animals. I miss Willow and Alfie a lot - hope to see them again soon!

Charlotte Coombe

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Where to start... Sally and Paul are such a lovely couple, really good at being in touch and communicating details before the sit, and so welcoming when I arrived (picking me up from the airport the night before they left, and Sally showed me around the area on the morning of their departure). Then I had 3 weeks to myself with Willow and Alfie (dogs), and Tilly and Lily (cats), all of whom I fell in love with. The house is very homely and comfortable, Sally even left me food in the fridge and freezer, and took me to the supermarket so I could get some groceries too before they left. I had the most relaxing time, swimming in the beautiful pool, enjoying the sunshine and peace and quiet, the perfect location for me as a translator, I got lots of translation and reading done. And all this in the company of two very loving and easy-going old dogs who became my little shadows, so I never felt lonely. The area is great - beaches within easy reach, the towns of Elche and Alicante not far, and supermarkets a short drive away too. I enjoyed running around the urbanizacion and in the surrounding area. Having use of their car was a real bonus for getting around. Beautiful villa, lovely pool, all secure and with an electric gate, so I felt very safe even being there on my own. They were also fine with my sister come out to stay for a few days too - Sally and Paul are basically very open and accommodating sort of people, which is so nice to encounter. All in all, I absolutely loved my stay here, and can't wait to house-sit for them again. Excellent place and hosts, and the sweetest animals. I miss Willow and Alfie a lot - hope to see them again soon!