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THIS IS OUR 195th ISSUE!        (206) 462-1818       
www.caretaker.org

Published since 1983          Volume 33, Number 3       May/June
2015        ISSN 1074-3642   
                           
HIGHLIGHTS
- Caretaker Job Listings
This issue contains 100+ caretaking opportunities in 32 states
and 22 countries
- Caretaker Profile
Reborn in Retirement - Losing it all and then rebuilding life as
caretakers
- Letters to the Editor
Property owners and caretakers write about their experiences with
the Gazette

CARETAKER OPPORTUNITIES

ALASKA

ALASKAN HOMESTEAD ADVENTURE! Have the summer of a lifetime on a
gorgeous 600 acre historic XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers) (as seen on DC Reality TV show) We are looking for
an experienced all-around farm-yard helper for the summer of
2015. Prefer a mature, non-smoker, drinker, with own income who
has the following experience: Main duty as orchardist; pruning,
grafting, trimming, planting new trees. Use of yard machines,
chainsaw, power tools, heavy equipment. Other jobs as needed;
fences, woodlot, rental cabin repairs, landscaping, some
carpentry, possible rock masonry project. Private, small cabin to
live in, use of ATV. Please email XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers). Start mid-April to mid-September.

CARETAKER NEEDED for a remote off-grid homestead in Alaska from
July 2015 through May 2016. Couple preferred. Please email
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers)

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers), located in the Alaskan
Talkeetna Mountain Range (100 miles northeast of Anchorage) is
looking for a two-person  team  (husband/wife)  for  lodge
management and grounds keeping. The fishing and hunting lodge is
located on a lake in a remote "fly-in" location. The lodge and
cabins sleep approximately 25 people, but can expand to up to 60
people if state contracting is approved. Responsibilities
include: cleaning, cooking, food and supply ordering, guest
relations, coordinating reservations, building maintenance,
vehicle and equipment maintenance and repairs, and various
support activities (boat maintenance, wood splitting, snow
removal, etc.). Successful applicants will have experience in
management, cooking, housekeeping, mechanics, carpentry, and
working in a remote setting. Employment period is May 1 to
September 30, 2015, with the opportunity to extend to winter
caretaking, terms to be discussed. Applicants without pets are
preferred. You can learn more about XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers) We plan to fill these positions ASAP. Please send
resumes and references to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers)

ARGENTINA

PATAGONIA FRONTIER CALLING. A Personal Assistant is needed in the
Andes of Northern Patagonia for a vivacious woman with Multiple
Sclerosis. I need a commitment of a minimum of one month, the
longer the better. I am an artist and an experienced horsewoman.
I believe in the healing power of creativity, as well as the love
of nature and her creatures. My farm also serves as an office for
a large, family Estancia Ranquilco. Located in a non-touristic
part of beautiful Patagonia, nestled  in  the  foothills  of  the
 Andes, in the heart of the real Gaucho culture, cattle drives,
etc. I will pay all expenses when together. This is not a
salaried position, as it is a volunteer opportunity. In exchange
for basic food and housing, you will be my Personal Assistant.
Duties include, but are not limited to: personal care, occasional
housekeeping and cooking, helping me get around, and help with
the horses. It is important that we enjoy each other's company.
This is not always an easy position, but it is life changing.
Free time to be arranged as needed and wanted. You should have a
mastery of English, Spanish a major plus, basic computer skills,
a driver's license, and the ability to drive a manual
stick-shift. Please send a description of why you are interested,
something about yourself, and a photo to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
(Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers) Please see my webpage at XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
(Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers). Thank you for your interest.

ARIZONA 

WANTED RESPONSIBLE, dependable person or couple for onsite
property caretaker(s). Part time work includes pet care, weed
control, vegetable gardening/ harvesting, koi pond, basic
maintenance, etc. Owners work along with you. Potentially long
term. Please no addictions or drama. Quiet, country living in
rural southern Arizona. Work in exchange for your full RV
hook-up, electricity, water or older 5th wheel for living space.
Please email XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these
ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

I NEED HELP with taking care of five mobile home lots and some
rental properties through October 2015 in south Scottsdale on the
border with Tempe, just a few miles from Arizona State
University. I need help with painting, landscaping, cleaning, and
errands. I would like to develop a sustainable mini eco-village.
I am a yoga and dance instructor and enjoy eating a plant-based
diet and prefer to host people with similar healthy lifestyle
habits. No smoking, no alcohol, no drugs. I also prefer no pets.
I have a private room with air mattress and private bath and
Wi-Fi available for helpers. Two to three hours work per day with
two days off per week in exchange for accommodations is typical.
Helpers are responsible for buying and making their own meals.
Located next to a lake park, greenbelt, and bike path. There is
public transportation nearby and great places to hike. Please
email XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers)

COUPLE WANTED for animal care and cooking/cleaning for a B & B. 
The animal position will be 25 hours/week - experienced in horse
care (feeding, healthcare), tractor operation, able to lift 100
lbs. The B & B position's hours will vary - housekeeping,
cleaning, and preparing breakfast, possibly occasional dinners.
Commercial food handling experience, knowledge of special diets
helpful. Prefer RV owners, with a willingness to stay a year.
Hourly pay and full RV hook ups provided. Each person must be
able to independently perform a job.  Must be US citizens, and
tobacco/drug free. We are located in a rural mountain area.
Please email XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these
ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

I think I've found someone through my help-wanted ad in your
publication. I'll know for sure in a few days. The July and
August dates are still available. Thank you so much. Your
publication gets results! From Maxy, Dominicalito, Costa Rica.
 
Maxy, great to read another success story via our publication! We
have your updated help wanted ad on Page 5 of this new issue. I
hope you, once again, are able to find great people to look after
your property.
 
Hi Gary, I am happy to report we have accepted a caretaker
position in Prescott, Arizona as a result of our
Situations-Wanted ad we published in your last issue. We will be
moving out there leaving this Sunday. Thank you so very much for
all your help in securing this position and for your great
Caretaker Gazette business. Blessings, Jannah, Townsend, TN
 
Thanks Jannah. I am glad to read that your Situations Wanted ad
landed you a caretaker position in Prescott, Arizona. Please keep
in touch and let us know how things are going for you in your new
position.

Gary, over the years as a subscriber I've taken some interesting
caretaking positions through your publication but this current
one I'm on in northern California is the best yet. I am wondering
if you'll consider running a Caretaker Profile of me. The
position ends in the fall and I'll be searching for something
new. Thanks for all you do, Larry, Redding, CA

Hi Larry, thanks for your nice message. It's great to hear that
you've been successful in finding a number of interesting
caretaking positions through the Gazette. I think our readers
would be interested in reading about your success using our
publication. It would be nice if you can email in this info for a
Caretaker Profile story in a future issue of The Caretaker
Gazette:

CARETAKER PROFILE:

Need Your Story Title
Your Date of Birth
Your Address (can be your email address)
Your Interests
Your Favorite Quote
About 900 words for your story, giving details on how you applied
and were accepted for your caretaker positions, and provide our
readers with the pros and cons of property caretaking
Two photos: a close-up photo of you and then a photo of you on
the property you are caretaking

Thanks Larry. We look forward to publishing your Caretaker
Profile story in a future issue of the GAZETTE!

The responses to the housesitter/catsitter wanted ad you ran for
me were terrific! I received so many great replies from people
who were qualified and truly interested and I was able to find
someone ideal to take care of my cats and house. Many thanks to
you and your publication! Mary Ann, Santa Fe, NM

Mary Ann, thanks for letting us know that your ad resulted in
such a great response from so many of our subscribers. I'm glad
you were able to find someone ideal to care for your home and
cats.

The Caretaker Gazette
This publication is a private newsletter researched and written
for landowners, caretakers, and interested readers. It is the
only up-to-date publication for property caretaking opportunities
in the world. All information is derived from sources believed to
be correct and reliable, but for which we assume no
responsibility. The Caretaker Gazette does not screen caretakers
or landowners, and only provides a medium of information
exchange. We assume no liability for arrangements made between
parties. No part of this publication may be copied, reproduced,
or distributed in any form or retrieval system without our
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Our Caretaking Philosophy
The Caretaker Gazette is dedicated to the property caretaking
profession, and to our subscribers who have kept the Gazette
going since 1983. We publish the Gazette in order to help
property owners and caretakers find one another. We support the
caretaking profession; a lifestyle encompassing everything from
simple housesitting assignments, where one can live rent-free, to
full-time estate management positions that include salary,
benefits and housing.

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space available in each issue of The Caretaker Gazette, we
normally sell out of ad space early. We do everything on a first
come first placed basis. 

ARKANSAS

SPACE AVAILABLE for RVing caretakers in the Fayetteville, AR
area. My house on 12 acres needs a caretaker. Furnish your own
RV, Camper, etc. I will trade parking space, hook ups; water,
septic, and electric. All you pay is your own utilities. You can
use the pasture, chicken house/yard, and garden. I'm on a good
location on the state highway near the Buffalo River in the
Ozarks, and only two miles to town. Please email
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers)

AUSTRALIA

WE HAVE AN OLD HOUSE near Bunbury that needs some work done. We
can offer you free place to stay in return for you helping us out
painting, and doing some carpentry as well.  For more
information, please call XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers).

CARETAKER POSITION AVAILABLE on a farm close to Noosa. This is a
live-in caretaker position. Free accommodation provided in a
beautiful old Queenslander farm-house in return for pool,
gardening, and pet care duties. Your own vehicle is advisable.
This would be suitable for a single, older male or female. For
more information, please contact XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers), Australia.

MIXED FARM IN THE RIVERINA requiring help ASAP. We operate a
mixed farm approximately 30 kms west of Deniliquin, NSW (Ute
Capital of the world), and are looking for help during our busy
period, of harvesting and sowing. We need someone from a couple
of weeks to a couple of months, depending on the applicant's
ability and proven work experience. Previous experience with
operating a tractor is a must, and other heavy machinery
including air seeders and Harvesters would be preferable. A
mechanical knowledge would also be advantageous. Other duties may
include fencing and stock work (sheep), and all other jobs
required on a farm. Parking for a van with power and water is
available in a bush setting, located 200m from the Wakool River
(great fishing) and also private access to the Yallakool Creek
(also excellent fishing). This is a beautiful location for bird
watching and bush walking. Deniliquin is a 20 minute drive away
with a population of 8,000 people, and is located on the Edward
River. It also offers many other tourist attractions. A police
record check will be required and your remuneration will be
discussed on application. Please call XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
(Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers)

CARETAKER/HANDYMAN required for a property close to Chinchilla. A
cottage is included. For more information, please call
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers)

CARETAKER COUPLE needed for light duties. We are looking for a
couple who are retired or semi-retired to help on our small 50
hectare block, located 18 km from Marble Bar, WA. We run a
fencing, and native seed collecting business. The business and
property is a work in progress. The couple would be expected to,
at a minimum, look after the house and garden in which they are
living right up to fencing and seed picking if they want to. Pay
would be based on what the job is. This may say suit a gold
prospecting couple. Please write to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers) Australia. Thanks.

CARETAKER needed in Allora, a small town in southeastern
Queensland. We are looking for a farming couple who could do
light farm work and housekeeping in return for a quality home and
power. Must have references. Please call XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
(Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers)

LOOKING FOR HOUSESITTER(S) to care for our place at Lightning
Ridge, NSW from May 1 through May 16, 2015. The housesitter(s)
would have the use of a fully self-contained unit. Must love
dogs, since we have a puppy who is very playful and she likes to
be fed three times a day, and bathed once a week. The only other
duties would be to water about a dozen plants. Please email
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers)

BELIZE

WANTED: Two persons or a semi-retired couple to caretake
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) in southern Belize. You
can experience a tropical lifestyle here. The property is
bordered by rainforests in the center of Maya culture. Caretake a
self-sufficient owner built homestead. Electricity from the sun.
Biogas is from organic materials. Enjoy cosmically charged
rainwater and unpolluted, energy packed rainforest air. Taste a
different tropical fruit each week. Stuff yourself with
organically grown veggies. Make natural perfume from ylang-ylang
petals. Prefer a mature, responsible, drug-free, non-smoking
couple or two adults. A minimum commitment of four weeks anytime
from March through November. Your primary responsibility is
having a presence on the property. Duties, as of this date, will
be the care and feeding of six dogs, fishes, watering young
plants and minor maintenance. If interested, please email
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers)

CALIFORNIA

FARM CARETAKER/MASTER GARDENER needed in Burson. Looking for a
self-starter for this full-time position. Feeding and ranch
maintenance required, and animal knowledge would be a plus, but
not necessary. Must have reliable transportation. A husband and
wife team would be ideal. Compensation will be based on
experience. Please email your resume and references to
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers)

SAN DIEGO: Companion/Cook needed for a senior gentleman. A large
private bedroom will be provided in a spacious apartment for a
female housemate willing to prepare meals, do light
house-keeping, and clerical assistance. Located within walking
distance to the beach and bay. Please reply with your info to
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers)

DOG-SITTER/HOUSESITTER needed for three to six months with very
easy duties beginning mid-April. I prefer a single person. I have
a nice house, in a safe neighborhood. You will have use of the
master guest suite, private bath, Wi-Fi, direct TV, central air,
and the swamp cooler. Located three hours from Las Vegas or San
Diego, in the California High Desert. The main duty is to help
take care of three friendly dogs when the truck driver mom is on
the road for a rotating five day schedule. No smoking, no heavy
drinking, no illegal drugs. Must have own insured vehicle, no
criminal record, and financial self-sufficiency. References and
caretaking experience required. Please email XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
(Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers)

RANCH CARETAKER NEEDED in Monterey County, CA (King City). This
is a medium size ranch. We need someone to live on the property
in exchange for rent. Some light work and timely oversight of
ranch activities needed. The caretaker must have their own RV or
trailer that can be parked on the property. Hookups to electrical
and plumbing available. Eight hours of work per week in exchange
for a place to stay. At times, you may need to perform operations
in the middle of the night to manage irrigation. Knowledge of
generators, tractors, etc. a plus. Pets are allowed. This is a
position where you are being trusted with the oversight of our
property, therefore, mature, reliable, and trustworthy
characteristics are a must. References are required and will be
thoroughly checked as well as credit and criminal background
checks. Please respond with your resume to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
(Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers)

CARETAKER WANTED. Housing provided in exchange for help in a
small exclusive boarding/training kennel and a few head of
livestock. 5-year-old one bedroom house, electricity included,
one pet negotiable. Must have canine experience. Must pass a
background check. Located in the Sierra foothills of central
California, approximately 20 miles from Fresno. Please mail
inquiries or resumes to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information
for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers).
CALIFORNIA

CARETAKER WANTED for a Mountain Ranch in Pollock Pines. A two
bedroom mobile home is available in exchange for help around the
ranch and house. There is room for horses, and over two acres are
already fenced for the caretaker. There is also a very rustic
cabin and plenty of trailer space available. I am looking for
somebody with experience with horses or people with
carpentry/handyman skills. Prefer retired or stay-at-home people.
This is an opportunity for someone who wants to live the
homesteading lifestyle. Help raise livestock, garden and harvest
fruit and share in the bounty. There are two trout streams on the
property. Plenty of places to garden. There is an apple orchard
over one hundred sixty years old still bearing sixteen different
varieties of apples. There are also raspberries, gooseberries and
loganberries to be harvested. Need help restoring the house that
has half fallen down - it was built in 1869. The ranch is
semi-remote, located five miles to closest neighbor but only
fifteen minutes on good roads to Pollock Pines with major
shopping stores and schools. There is excellent cell phone
reception. The ranch is in generator country which means you need
to provide your own generator - it works, as I have lived here
over twenty five years. The trailer appliances run on propane. We
get quite a bit of snow in the winter so a Four Wheel Drive is
essential. There are possible job opportunities with the right
people. This is a one hundred sixty acre timber property. I have
a sawmill, kiln and woodworking tools. I would like to find
somebody interested in helping expand my lumber, cabinets and
furniture sales. Also interested in turning the ranch into an
equestrian campground and give guided horseback riding in the
adjacent thousands of acres of US forest land. Would like to find
someone that would like to help in that endeavor. I do have
another caretaker, so everything is not dependent upon just one
caretaker. I'm not looking for anybody that just wants a place to
hang their hat. No drug or alcohol abusers please. There is a
background check required. Please reply with your phone number to
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers).

CARETAKER NEEDED in Carmichael. I am a 60-year-old man who needs
a live-in roommate/caretaker. A private room is provided, but no
private bath. Laundry is available on-site, along with a carport.
You will need to fix meals, do light cleaning, and take to me to
my Doctor appointments and shopping. I have diabetes and epilepsy
and just got out of the hospital after three months from leg
surgery. Free room and board provided. No pay. I am a quiet guy.
No drugs or drinkers. No smoking allowed in my apartment.
Applicants must show your California ID and references. To apply,
please call my sister, XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information
for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

HOUSESITTER WANTED in Palmdale, CA, this summer. This is a
short-term house and pet sitting assignment for the last two
weeks in June. I will be out of state, and need care for my older
poodle. I have an invisible fence around the house. Some dog
walking, feeding and care are required along with some yard
maintenance. For more information, please email
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers)

GENERAL MANAGERS needed in Wilbur Hot Springs. This is a unique
opportunity to make a contribution while enjoying the benefits of
an extraordinary healthy lifestyle, by living, and working, in an
environment with a long, rich history of healing. Wilbur Hot
Springs, a former Native American ceremonial and healing ground,
open to the public since 1865, now celebrating its 150th
anniversary, is one of California's historic treasures. Wilbur's
GMs manage the facility and community, consisting of residential
and commuting staff and up to 60 guests in our 1,800 acre Nature
Preserve, surrounded by thousands of BLM acres. Wilbur is 22
miles to the nearest towns, 1 1/4 hours to Sacramento, and two
hours to San Francisco. Compensation package is $78,000 -
$94,000/couple,  includes private home, water, garbage, propane,
electricity, Wi-Fi, phone, laundry, food allowance, health
insurance, massage, guest privileges, and three weeks paid
vacation. This is a perfect lifestyle for a couple seeking a
Thoreau like environment, far from the maddening crowd, offering
easy contact with highly evolved guests. If you have the
appropriate experience and interest, we want to hear from you! Or
if you know people who have experience in hotel management, spa
management, or facilities management who would be a good fit,
please let them know about this rare opportunity to live and work
at Wilbur. Please send your resume and cover letter to
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers)

CAMBODIA

LOOKING FOR A LOW SEASON MANAGER/CARETAKER for a small guesthouse
on beautiful Otres Beach, Sihanoukville, Cambodia. We need
someone for a period of four months, starting on May 15, 2015.
Great benefits available for the right people! Everythang
Guesthouse is a funky guesthouse, restaurant and bar on the
shores of one of Southeast Asia's most beautiful beaches. We have
seven basic bungalows and a dorm for six, that surround the huge
geometric dome which houses the restaurant and bar. People come
here to chill out in the sun, and meet like-minded travelers at
our round bar. Chill out during the day on the beach, and catch
the sunset from one of the treehouses Please email your resume to
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers)

CANADA

CARETAKER NEEDED in Gambier Island, BC. Canadian citizens or
those with Canadian work permits are required. The property is a
150+ acre waterfront home with private dock and multiple utility
structures. Access is by boat only (provided). The caretaker will
need to repair and maintain all facilities and equipment on site
- either self or through contracted services, complete small
construction and renovation projects, maintain shop, tools,
equipment, boats and supplies inventory, do landscaping, pruning,
and pest management, and janitorial and other custodial duties as
required. General handyman skills including carpentry, electrical
and plumbing as well as basic trouble shooting and maintenance of
gas and diesel engines, outboard motors and heavy equipment.
Should have experience with boats, marine maintenance, repairs
and tractor and excavator operation, and the maintenance of
off-grid alternate power systems. This offer is open to
individuals and working couples, and possibly a small family.
This is a paid position with private accommodation provided.
Please email your resume and references to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
(Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers).

HOUSESITTERS WANTED yearly, starting now through April 30, 2015
for a well maintained home in rural Manitoba, south of Winnipeg.
To the right person (not for pay) with background check and
references, we will provide at no expense a car and all inclusive
utilities and Internet. Please contact XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
(Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers)

CARIBBEAN

VIEQUES, a beautiful, unspoiled, Caribbean Island Paradise.
HOUSESITTER(s) needed from 7/1/15 - 11/1/15. Being an experienced
Cat person/lover is essential, as there are four cats to care for
(one indoor/outdoor, and three outdoor). A largely
self-contained, quiet and serene person, or persons, is/are
preferred... as this is not a 'Party' house. It's a non-smoking
abode as well. Housesitter(s) to occupy a private apartment in a
two family house that's right above the waves. The view is
spectacular and the beach is only 50 steps away, so hearing the
gentle surf is an amazing plus. This is a non-salaried position
which trades off staying in a little slice of 'Paradise' in
return for excellent cat care and basic gardening. Utilities,
satellite cable TV and wireless high speed Internet are included.
(There's also the possible use of a car.) This is an excellent
opportunity for a computer based business person, a writer, or an
Artist. Applicants should be health focused, free of drug and
alcohol problems, and have a peaceful Loving-Kindness life focus.
Background checks will be conducted. Please email: Letter, Bio,
Recent photos and three checkable references to
CaretakerGazette@gmail.com Please include the words 'Vieques
Housesit Assignment' in the subject line for screening.

GENERAL MANAGER COUPLE needed for a Caribbean Resort. Our small,
but growing, Caribbean resort seeks a full-time, friendly, high
energy, and technically skilled couple to manage and maintain the
daily operations of our beautiful, quiet and fun island facility.
Responsibilities include guest check in and check out, hands on
knowledge of electrical, plumbing, laundry equipment, A/C,
appliances, diesel generator, etc. and supervision of 
maintenance and landscaping staffs. Qualifications: bachelor's
degree in hotel management/engineering or comparable education
with ten years' experience; strong hospitality/customer service
skills; exceptional knowledge of facility engineering and general
construction is required. Salary will be commensurate with
experience. Private housing, utilities, car and cell phone are
included in benefit package. As the position will have fiduciary
responsibilities applicants must have verifiable good credit;
references will be checked. Send cover letter, resume and salary
requirements to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for
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information will be forwarded to the most qualified applicants.

CHILE

HELP NEEDED. We are a beautiful B&B at the lake shore in
Frutillar, in the in the Los Lagos region of Chile. We will like
to host a minimum of two and a maximum of four helpers . Our
place is nice, comfortable, and clean. Our work is organized and
fun. The positions that we need to fill are mainly as a
receptionist, cook, guest attendance, outdoor activities, etc. We
offer accommodation and food with flexible working hours with a
free day and alternative weekends off. This is a great
opportunity for adventure and experience in the Lake Region of
Chile. To learn more about our operation, please visit
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) and then send us your
resume with inquiries and we will reply shortly.

COLORADO

SPEND THE SUMMER in the cool Colorado Mountains. Our Central CO
summer resort is seeking a couple. She should like to cook or
bake and he should be ready to take care of a 1930's 9,000 sq.
ft. house from May 1 through September 2015. This is a paying job
that includes housing. If you think you would be a good fit
please email a resume to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
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subscribers)

CONNECTICUT

EXPERIENCED INNKEEPER WANTED for a small historic bed & breakfast
on the Connecticut shoreline. The property is located within a
local historic district in a quintessential New England shoreline
village steeped in colonial history, beautiful harbors, rivers
and beaches. The house is a small, privately-owned 4-room B & B
in the process of rebirth after a couple years of closure and
features four elegantly decorated and romantically furnished
rooms, each with a queen or king canopy bed, two-person Jacuzzi,
private bath, sitting area, cable TV, DVD, and hi-speed wireless.
Guests can relax on the front porch and enjoy a short stroll to:
the village shops, antiquing, old house museums, center of town
art galleries, summer concerts/fairs, farmers market,
canoe/kayak, fishing spots, town beach! Seeking an experienced
innkeeper who will reawaken the joy and allure of this colonial
charmer, cook/serve breakfast and who will offer true hospitality
with excellent standards of customer service and satisfaction.
Please email your resume, cover letter, and references to
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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COOK ISLANDS

CREW POSITION available. I have three charter boats, and need
someone who can handle various duties including painting,
sanding, cooking, and boat maintenance. If you are in Rarotonga,
please call XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these
ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

COSTA RICA 

COSTA RICA, Playa Negra. An adventurous non-smoking couple is
needed to housesit for a minimum of one year from September 28,
2015 to September 28, 2016. Be well traveled, experienced, and
street smart. Home and property is stunning, easy walk or bike
ride to the beach, yoga and town. Must be self-motivated, love to
garden, have skills and knowledge to do basic home repairs. A
special couple that respects, takes pride and loves the unique
personality of my home, property and surroundings. Caretakers
will be responsible for payment of utilities in two installments:
1/2 prior to the housesitting assignment and the balance on
arrival of the sit. House is for sale, but there will be no
impact on your dates of stay. I offer on the same property an
income, renting a separate casita on the property as a vacation
rental, depending on a successful rainy season. Income shared
with my caretakers. Please contact XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers) Thank you!

WORK TRADE OPPORTUNITY for a Professional Bookkeeper.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) is currently seeking a
bookkeeper with professional experience to join our team for two
to four weeks this Spring. The Ranch team spends a lot of time in
the field - growing and processing food, building timber frame
houses, facilitating educational groups, etc. In short, we do
what we love. Unfortunately we don't always love office work. But
we hear that some amazing people out there do! Are you a
professional bookkeeper looking for some Costa Rica sunshine? Are
you hard working and creative with experience helping small
businesses develop appropriate accounting systems? Do you have
what it takes to teach a team of sustainability professionals and
instructors how to effectively use financial statements? We are
looking for someone to join our team for two to four weeks this
spring to help us refine the following tasks: day-to-day cash box
management, weekly/monthly general ledger data entry, financial
statement reporting (balance sheet, income statement, etc.),
project/job cost budgeting, and correction of currency/exchange
rate discrepancies. Additional tasks include: accounting software
recommendations, and training of Rancho Mastatal core team
members in all new systems. Should have Spanish language
abilities and Holistic Management Financial Planning experience.
In return we can offer three hearty and delicious meals a day
sourced locally and cooked lovingly by our team, home brewed
fruit and herbal beer, housing in one of our unique naturally
built structures, access to all the ranch's amenities, including
the wildlife reserve, hiking trails, waterfalls and rivers, our
extensive library, and working farm. An opportunity to live and
work with our team of sustainability professionals and
instructors in the beautiful town of Mastatal. If you think you
might be qualified, please contact us at XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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subscribers)

PET/HOUSESITTER WANTED in Dominicalito, Costa Rica for various
dates this July and August. One person must stay at Ranch at all
times. The housesitter will need to feed one dog and one cat, and
water a small garden. For more details, please call
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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HELP NEEDED at a Costa Rica beachfront home on beautiful Playa
Zancudo. We have a two bedroom modern home. This position is for
rent/caretaking. $300/month plus utilities. Responsible for
maintaining and caring for the house. More details are at
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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ECUADOR

SPANISH-SPEAKING VOLUNTEERS NEEDED. We are located in the south
of the Manabí province in a small fishing town, directly
on the beach. Our prime location makes us the ideal guest lodge
and resort to take in the marvelous, seafront sunsets, providing
you with a unique place to relax and get away from it all. We are
a boutique hosteria which provides great accommodations offering
comfortable rooms complete with Wi-Fi, cable TV, air conditioning
or fan, private bathroom and hot water. Our guests and you have
access to the pool, Jacuzzi and common areas. Most of our guest
rooms have their own unique artistic decoration theme with
custom-made driftwood accents and furniture pieces. We are
looking for someone versatile who can assist in many different
areas, such as providing information about the hosteria, taking
reservations, etc. over the phone, Internet help, guest
check-in/out, guest service, provide information about local
activities, help arrange tours and such, meal preparation,
cleaning the kitchen, working the bar/cafeteria, serving guests,
help with the laundry, room cleaning, grounds maintenance, pool
and Jacuzzi maintenance (knowledge of cleaning, balancing
chemicals etc.), woodworking-sculpting, renovating the boat (on
land) for use as accommodation, and Yoga instruction or massage
ability would be great. Work five hours a day, five days a week.
Spanish speaking is a must! It would certainly be a plus and
qualify you more if you speak both Spanish and English. We are
looking for a commitment of a month minimum - obviously based on
mutual compatibility. Depending on how well we do and your
situation, perhaps an even longer term like six months would be
possible. Together we can investigate appropriate ways to extend
your stay in the country if that is the case. Accommodations will
depend on availability. You may get a room. If there is more than
one volunteer, you may share that room with others. If the rooms
are full, you might be captain for a while and live aboard the
boat dry docked near the pool. Breakfast, lunch and dinner will
be provided. You will be able to do your laundry here too. We
have Wi-Fi! The beach is right here so you can enjoy sun, sand
and sea. There are tours to Isla de la Plata. You can visit other
close by National Park areas such as Los Frailes, San Sebastian
and Agua Blanco. Enjoy the local artisans selling their wares
around town. See firsthand the busy fishing trade near the modern
pier area. You can walk around most of the main town to tiendas
(stores), panaderias (pastry shops), clothing and many other
businesses. You also can take a moto-taxi around town. When
contacting us, please include details of all the areas you have
experience and capability of assisting us in. Depending on who we
have working with us currently, there are specific needs we are
looking to fill. The more of our specialized needs you are in a
position to contribute to, the better a candidate you may be.
Thanks so much for considering working with us. We look forward
to communicating with you soon! Please contact
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS anytime between May and August 2015 only.
We are a Kiwi/Aussie couple in our late 30's/early 40's with a
primary schooler and a baby. Our eco guest house in beautiful
banos is a popular destination for tourists from all around the
world, including Ecuadorian. We are looking for volunteer(s) to
help with our guests; meeting and greeting, explaining about the
surrounds and what activities are on offer, help organize taxis
and activities (usually just a phone call is needed). For this
position, it is important that you are outgoing, friendly, can
problem solve, like chatting with people, can initiate
conversations and can talk on a range of topics (hence why we ask
for people from late 20's onwards who have a little bit of life
experience). The work is fun as you'll get to meet many people
from all walks of life and hopefully make some long-term
friendships. The work is usually pretty easy also. We just need
someone here who can speak English, as many of our guests don't
speak Spanish, and make them feel comfortable. Of course, it's
important to speak and understand Spanish also (which means
speaking Spanish on the phone sometimes). We ask for eight hours
a day for five days, 40 hours on average for the week. This will
usually be 2-10pm or 3-11pm and at least one day over the weekend
could also be required. Also note that this time isn't usually
spent doing physical hard work. Basically we need a presence in
the reception area, there is a lot of down time so there'll be
plenty of time for you to catch up on emails, surf the Internet,
further study your Spanish, play the guitar, read a book or
whatever you fancy. Although we say 40 hours of work per week,
usually you'll only be 'working' for up to three to five hours a
day. The main thing is that you're here, in and around the guest
house, for at least eight hours a day. When there are few (or no)
guests, you can do the shopping, help in our organic garden or
other various projects we have around the place. We have
wonderful local employees to do the cooking and cleaning so it'd
be very rare for you to need to contribute with these. You may
need to help serve meals some evenings though. You will be
available for a minimum of three weeks. You will be compensated
with a free private room with bathroom, breakfast, discounted
Spanish lessons, drinking water, tea/coffee/drinking chocolate,
Wi-Fi and a great space to chill. If you're still interested in
the role, please get in touch and we'll talk further. Thanks and
chao for now. Please email XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers)

ENGLAND 

LIVE-IN DOMESTIC COUPLE needed in Kent, Canterbury. An
experienced live-in domestic couple is required for a
traditionally run Mansion House situated in the heart of the Kent
countryside. The property has 28 rooms, set in beautiful gardens
with a pool house. The principles are in residence during the
weekends, usually arriving on Friday and departing on Monday.
They entertain regularly and will often have guests staying with
them. The family also use the property during school term times
and at Christmas, so it is essential that you are happy to work
during these periods. Your days off will generally be Tuesday and
Wednesday. We are searching for couples who have a minimum of
three years' experience in running a similar size property. Your
roles will be divided into the following responsibilities, but
not limited to: Chef/Houseman/Butler, meeting and greeting
guests, care of the Gentleman's wardrobe, polishing shoes, laying
and serving at table, mixing and serving drinks, care of wines,
ordering of spirits and beverages, preparation and service of
meals when principles and guests are in residence, catering for
formal luncheons, dinner parties and summer BBQ's etc., provide
the family with their day-to-day needs, and driving family
members on an ad-hoc basis. The Housekeeper's responsibilities
are: cleaning and maintenance of the first's floor and basement
areas, vacuuming, polishing and dusting, polishing of silver and
brass, making/changing beds for the family and any guests,
laundry including the family's wardrobe including minor repairs,
coordinating with the dry cleaners, care for and cleaning high
quality furnishings, antiques, fine art and fabrics,
laying/cleaning of fires during winter months, and arranging and
watering the flowers. Together the couple will be responsible for
caretaking - security and maintenance, changing of light bulbs,
arranging for repairs and maintenance to be done, arranging
contractors, security of the building ensuring the alarms are
always working, cleaning of the pool house and pool area, food
shopping - predominately using local farm shops, organic produce
and food preparation is preferred to be done from scratch.
Accommodation is situated on the lower ground floor, with a
separate entrance - only suitable for a couple, no dependents or
pets. To start ASAP with a top salary paid to the right
candidates. Please email your resume and references to
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) and include EHS # 463 in
the Subject Line.

FLORIDA

LONG-TERM RENT-FREE opportunity available. Share utilities.
Female caretaker needed to assist in maintaining three rural
properties. Mature, honest, peaceful, love animals and nature,
tobacco free, physically fit, have own vehicle and income. Please
call XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers).

PROPERTY CARETAKER needed in Vero Beach. Must have a valid
Florida Driver's License and experience with commercial lawn
equipment. Duties include lawn maintenance, household and office
cleaning, and shop maintenance. Compensation will be commensurate
with experience. Please apply in person at XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
(Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers)

FRANCE

LIVE-IN DOMESTIC COUPLE needed ASAP in the Cote d'Azur. We are
looking for an experienced live-in domestic couple who preferably
speak Polish to work in a luxury villa in the south of France.
The villa is immaculately presented at all times and you must be
proactive in identifying problems or maintenance issues. The
roles will include but not limited to: manage other staff at the
property, carry out the laundry requirements of the owners and
villa, maintenance of the swimming pool, cooking/preparing three
meals a day, serving at the table for lunch and dinners, basic
maintenance and cleaning of vehicles based at the villa, overall
running of all aspects of the villa's upkeep and maintenance
including liaison with all local third-party contractors, buying
and arranging of flowers, and dressing of the villa/exterior
terraces for dinner parties and special occasions. Accommodation
will be provided. Salary is negotiable depending on experience.
Regrettably no dependents or pets. Please email your resume and
references to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these
ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) and include EHS #
388 in the Subject Line.

GEORGIA

WORKING RESIDENT MANAGER/CARETAKER needed for a sailing club on
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers), Georgia. This is a
permanent job with a long-term future. It is ideal for a
middle-age individual or couple. The sailing club has an
immediate opening for a caretaker with absolute trustworthiness
and integrity. Must provide security and protection of the club
assets and facilities, and maintenance and operations of the club
buildings and grounds. Duties include maintaining the grounds to
a high standard, (grass cutting, weed-eating, stick and pinecone
pickup, chain sawing, road repair, driving a tractor and being
able to operate a box blade, monitor and operate the club's water
system. Will need to have handyman skills, knowledge of plumbing,
electrical, carpentry, and janitorial duties, be able to lift 50
lbs. You should have worked in this type of employment for at
least three years preferred, being employed at present. English
written or spoken English and computer knowledge a must, because
most communications will often be by email and or telephone. Must
be able to understand and implement the club rules. Must live on
site in our three bedroom, two and half baths modern upscale home
with all utilities paid as part of compensation. The home can be
partially furnished or unfurnished, and includes a stove,
refrigerator, microwave, and washer and dryer. Must be able to
balance the accounting for the maintenance supplies needed -
always keeping within the budget. Must have a vehicle preferably
a truck, or SUV, with insurance and the employee must have a
clean and valid driver's license. A criminal background check
will be performed. The employee will have his personal medical
insurance. On your days off, you will have many outdoor sports to
engage in, such as boating, fishing, kayaking, hunting, or other
hobbies. This is an ideal position, comfortable and not overly
demanding for someone who is responsible, honest, detail
oriented, self-motivated, physically fit, non-smoking (no tobacco
use of any kind) or drug use. This position is open to an
individual or couple. Salary is to be determined but will be
commensurate with experience. Please email your resume with a
cover letter, recent photo and references with telephone numbers
to with heading "caretaker" in the Subject Line to
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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GUATEMALA

CARETAKER(S) WANTED for Finca Los Nietos coffee farm near
Antigua, Guatemala, beginning in April, for a minimum of eight
months. A husband and wife team is preferred. Spanish-speaking
caretaker(s) are a big plus. We are on Facebook, and The Lonely
Planet Guide. We show the coffee process with tours, and have an
apartment which rents on Airbnb. A private home is provided for
your use, with a separate house which will be rented. Please
email XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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HAWAII

CARETAKER WANTED in Waipio Valley, Big Island. We are looking for
a couple for our riverfront three acre property in exchange for
weekly hours of labor in landscaping and building. You can live
in separate caretaker's quarters. The owners don't live on the
property. 4WD vehicle and references required. Cell and Internet
are via cell phone. Please email XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers) Mahalo and Aloha

CARETAKER(S) NEEDED on our farm in Lower Puna. We are looking for
an honest, dependable and stable person, couple, or family to
help take care of our seven acre off-grid farm in Lower Puna, on
the Big Island of Hawaii. We have a certain amount of fruit trees
growing, and keep adding more. We have a vegetable garden which
is producing some great crops. We have a chicken coop which
currently houses eight chickens. We have a fish pond stocked with
Tilapia. We plan on continuing to increase the amount of food we
grow, and to make the place as self-sufficient as reasonably
possible. The caretaker's responsibilities are mainly in the
following areas: mowing, weed-whacking, weeding, mulching,
composting, harvesting, some basic building maintenance, keeping
the fast-growing invasive species in check, assisting with our
vacation rental from time to time, and almost certainly some
other new project that we have not even thought of yet! The
person(s) suitable for the position will:
1. Be able to work with or without supervision.
2. Be strong enough to handle a variety of power tools and to
move heavy objects such as rocks and logs when needed.
3. Have good communication skills.
4. Have at least one person available most of the time to deal
with any and all of the different kind of situations which arise
in off-the-grid living.
5. Not smoke tobacco or marijuana.
6. Appreciate the natural quiet of this area and will not wish to
pollute it with noise. We live in a very quiet neighborhood where
we greatly appreciate the sound of nature, and we would like our
caretaker(s) to respect that. In return for work on the farm, we
offer a 16ft by 16ft off-the-grid cabin with solar electricity,
hot and cold running water, shared refrigerator, composting
toilet, outdoor shower, kitchen with two burner gas stove,
outdoor area with picnic table and many other great features. The
place is quiet, private and extremely beautiful. You really have
to see it to appreciate it. Plus we are close to the ocean, a
natural warm pond, and many other natural treasures. This is a
work trade for accommodation only. We do not offer any money as
part of the deal, although you will be provided some quantity of
fruits, vegetables when there is enough to share. Our preference
is to find people who are really happy here and who make it their
home for an extended period of time, with a minimum commitment of
six months. Please reply by email with some information about you
if you think you are a good fit for us to
caretakergazette@gmail.com Please include the words "Lower Puna
Farm Caretaker Assignment" in the subject line for forwarding to
the farm owner. Thank you.

BASIC LANDSCAPE LABOR needed anytime at an organic farm in Pahoa!
For photos and a description of our place please visit
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) and then contact Janelle
through our website. Thanks.

ICELAND

VOLUNTEERS are needed for a Photo Marathon in Reykjavík.
This is the eighth year that we have organized a series of
International Photo marathons! Last years' were very successful
and we want to continue organizing this project! One of our
objectives is to deliver messages and draw the attention to the
local population through pictures and photos made during the
project. The main idea and task of the project is involvement and
participation of the volunteers in the Photo Marathon.
Coordinators will prepare different topics on which the
participants will base their entries; these topics will be mostly
related to our work: Intercultural understanding, peace and
environment. Participants need to take their own digital cameras
and its main work will be done taking photographs on the issues
given; the best pictures will be selected for a final exhibit.
The last part of the project will be putting up the exhibition.
Volunteers shall be prepared for walking and working flexible
time schedule. Participants will stay in an equipped house, in a
beautiful setting inside the Botanical Gardens of the city of
Reykjavík, which are located about four Kilometers from
the center of the city. Volunteers will be sleeping in shared
rooms in a sleeping bag accommodation. Please bring your own
sleeping bag.  Please note that volunteers from other projects
will also be staying in the house. To learn more, please visit
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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IOWA

CARETAKER WANTED in Iowa City. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers) is seeking a full-time caretaker for our apartment
community in Iowa City, IA. Responsibilities include general
apartment cleaning and apartment turnover, maintaining the
building and surrounding grounds in a neat and tidy manner, and
maintaining a pleasant atmosphere and relations with residents.
You will need these qualifications: previous basic electrical and
plumbing, painting, and housekeeping experience required, the
ability to work occasional evenings/weekends and on-call
preferred, and a driver's license and insurance required. We
offer a competitive wage, an incentive bonus program, up to 20%
rent discount on a Dominium apartment (subject to eligibility and
approval requirements), and a comprehensive benefits package
including: medical, dental, life and disability, paid time off,
401(k), flexible spending accounts, employee recognition and
wellness programs. If you would like to be a part of a rapidly
growing company and have an interest in the property management
and development industry, this is the place for you! Please apply
online at our website:XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information
for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

PROPERTY CARETAKER PROFILE

Reborn in Retirement
Address: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads
is available only to Gazette subscribers)
Date of Birth: Jim Mohn 10/13/1945
Interests: Photography, sports, travel, gardening, people and
helping others.
Quote: Victory in life comes from serving others.

Housesitting in paradise creates miles of smiles

Six years ago, my wife and I were in the final stages of planning
our retirement. We had worked our entire lives building a nice
retirement portfolio for travel and living comfortably. Then all
hell broke loose. We had our identity stolen. We lost everything!
A $3,000,000.00 portfolio was lost and we were harnessed with an
additional $450,000.00 in debt due to the theft. All of this in
an eight hour period.
We were too late in our life to rebuild our retirement and after
working so hard for 40 plus years, we were tired of the high
pressure job and everything that goes with it. We started looking
for a way not to live, but just survive. A friend of ours
suggested we look into The Caretaker Gazette. Not knowing what it
was, we discovered the best way was to subscribe.
We perused the ads for a full year before we decided to "take the
plunge." We started the process of contacting people in various
parts of the United States, Europe, Great Britain, The Caribbean,
Australia, Central and South America.  We wanted a warm climate
or a very interesting location. The Gazette did not disappoint.
There were many ads to choose from. We sent letters out to
Hawaii, The Caribbean, Florida, Spain and Baja California,
Mexico. We received responses from four of the five that we sent
out. All were interested in us and we had never had any
caretaking experience.
We were finalists in all four of the opportunities. We had to
pull out of the offer in Spain since you can only get a 180 day
visa and the opportunity was for nine months. So we were down to
three. All offered interesting opportunities. Hawaii, perfect
weather, a house on the beach, a little money and a six month
commitment. The Caribbean, a small bungalow near the beach,
perfect weather, a little money and commitment for as long as we
wanted, if we worked out.
Then we met "The Captain and Tennille." (Not their real names and
no, they are not the musical group.) We had phone interviews with
them and we just seemed to strike up a very good relationship
over the phone. The Captain pilots a 1935 all wooden 75' speed
yacht and his wife is the chef on board. She is also the first
mate or anything else she needs to be. They pilot the yacht for
the better part of the year. Part of that time is spent preparing
the yacht for the season as well as preparing it for winter
quarters. After long conversations and investigations, they
offered us the opportunity to come to Florida and housesit for
them and their two cats. We felt such a bond with them, we knew
that this should be our first "shot" at housesitting. We had a
garage sale, packed up the rest and headed for a little town in
central Florida. We arrived at The Captain and Tennille's very
nice home and enjoyed a dinner with them and their neighbors.
What a welcome!
The Captain and Tennille had employed several housesitters over
the years and were not sure they wanted to continue down this
road, but they were going to try it one more time. I must mention
that previous housesitters had not come through The Caretaker
Gazette. We spent a few days with our homeowners to go over all
of the requirements, rules, duties, area contacts, neighbors
names and everything else you might need in their absence.
Our first year of housesitting proved to be both enjoyable and
challenging. As nice as the house is, there were several issues
that came up that we took care of, with the owner's approval. We
cared for the house, pool, property and beach like it was our
own. 
A typical week would consist of: feeding the cats, watering the
gardens, plants and flowers. Groom the beach and weed many of the
beds and berms on the beach. Pick any fruit or vegetables and eat
them. Mow the lawn and trim various areas. Keep the house and
pool clean. Play with and love the cats. Meet and talk with the
neighbors and occasionally have dinner together. Do any required
maintenance that happens to come up. Keep the lawn and garden
equipment in good operating condition and do any odd jobs that
happen to come up while the owners are absent. Pick the owners up
at the airport when they get a few days to come home and see
their house and cats. And finally, enjoy the beautiful sunsets on
the lake.
We are living a great life without the money, but a great deal of
love and friendship. We are very fortunate to call The Captain
and Tennille friends and share many times with them when they are
home during the winter. Are the owners as pleased as we are? I
assume they are since they have asked us to continue to housesit
for them as long as we and they like.
What is our secret? First marry a woman as charming as my wife.
Always be a visitor but know that you are at home and take care
of it as it were your own. Pay attention to details.  Do the
little extras that mean so much yet require so little. Stay in
touch with the owners and send pictures of their pets.
We still peruse the Gazette to look for short term opportunities
for December to the middle of March, but we are very happy doing
what we are doing with "The Captain and Tennille" and plan on
keeping our friendship and our housesitting position with them as
long as they will have us.

The sun is always shinning on these first time housesitters

MAINE

HELP NEEDED in a farmhouse in Downeast Maine. Our farmhouse is in
a rural setting, in Washington County surrounded by forest,
farmland, lakes, and a spectacular sea coast. Our Farmstead is
totally organic and vegetarian and we have large gardens. Most of
last year, and so far this one too, we have been completing the
renovation of our home, so there are still little jobs to get
done in the house while out in the yard there are chickens and
vegetable plots to care for. In addition in the spring and summer
we have several building or landscaping projects in progress
where help is appreciated and during the quieter months the work
may also include some general house and yard cleaning, snow
clearance, fire wood cutting and stacking and other preparations
for the winter. If you are looking for somewhere to hang out for
a while in a fresh and interesting location and have a good
attitude towards work and communication then we think we should
appeal. This is not a paid position, the position is a volunteer
position and free accommodation is provided during the volunteer
period. The volunteer commitment is generally 20 to 25 hours a
week except in the three winter months when it may drop to about
10 hours a week. We're not very formal but as you will be sharing
our home with our children occasionally when we stay at the
property, we do require a photocopy/scanned picture of a legal
Photo ID (driving license, state ID, or passport) to be supplied
before arrival as proof of identity. Accommodation maybe in the
main farmhouse, in an off-the-grid caretaker's cabin close to the
farmhouse, or Flower cottage on a prop- erty nearby. Please email
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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CARETAKER WANTED IN MAINE. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers), a magnificent 1920's stone mansion originally built
as a single family estate, now housing six condos, is seeking a
live-in caretaker. We are located five miles north of Portland in
a desirable water front area with Casco Bay access. The
caretaker's apartment is a one-bedroom unit with a bath, kitchen,
office space and dining area, including garage and laundry
amenities. The market rental value is $1,500/month with heat and
hot water included. While no stipend is offered, the position is
flexible with the amount of work determining the rent. An
industrious caretaker with mechanical, landscaping and vendor
management skills could receive a full rent subsidy. Seeking a
single person or couple. No dogs or smoking allowed. Your resume
and cover letter should be sent to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers).

MARYLAND

A FREDERICK, MD AREA COUPLE needs a live-out Household Manager
for their household. Must have excellent administrative skills,
eager to please attitude, pleasant personality, confident with
their abilities, able to work independently, etc. They are a very
busy couple and need someone who can keep up. This non-smoking
household has two cats and other staff.  You would also be
requested to cook two to three times a week and must be able to
be creative with fresh food and gluten free restriction. Salary
commensurate with skills and experience and includes benefits.
Please send your resume to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers) for consideration. Those being considered will then
be required to complete an Employment Application, if one is not
already on file with XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information
for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers). No phone
calls, please.

MASSACHUSETTS

GUEST SERVICES MANAGER wanted for an established and highly rated
boutique hotel on Cape Cod. Hospitality experience required.
Housing available. The position includes but is not limited to
concierge services, working on a Macintosh computer, scheduling
and supervising daily staff, room check, property check, front
office, reservations, light property maintenance, inventory,
ordering, errands and vendor relations. To apply, please email
your resume to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for
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A PRIVATE BERKSHIRE ESTATE seeks an experienced, live-in
Caretaker Team to maintain the household and property. This is a
full-time, year round position. The successful candidates will
have experience with housekeeping, gardening, pool, grounds and
general maintenance. Security and general handyperson services as
needed. Qualified applicants should send a detailed resume with
at least three business references and salary history to
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers)

A BOSTON FAMILY seeks an Estate Manager for their 10,000 square
foot home plus assorted other properties. Responsibilities
include overseeing other staff and maintaining continuity with
their other homes.  Must enjoy children and will work closely
with staff of other homes. Training and/or at least five years'
experience in a similar position required. Salary commensurate
with skills and experience plus housing and benefits. No phone
calls, please email resumes to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers) for consideration. Those being considered will then
be required to complete an Employment Application, if one is not
already on file with XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information
for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers).

MEXICO

HOUSESITTER NEEDED for a pleasant, two-bedroom home with a fenced
garden and a friendly dog. The house is located in the beautiful,
peaceful colonial town of Alamos, in the Mexican state of Sonora,
in Northwestern Mexico. A cleaning woman and gardener provided.
Housesitter needed from the beginning of April to the middle of
October, 2015. Please email XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
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subscribers)

MICHIGAN

A BIRMINGHAM, MI FAMILY is seeking a Housekeeper for their 7,000+
sq. ft. home. This is a friendly, active family of four looking
for someone to "be a part of the family" long-term. Their
children are 10 and 13. Responsibilities include general and
detail housekeeping, laundry and ironing, changing bed linens,
maintaining organization, and occasional errands. The ideal
candidate will be a non-smoker, personable, detail-oriented,
organized, and flexible. Must enjoy being with a family with an
active lifestyle. Salary commensurate with experience and skills;
includes benefits and a private apartment. Please, no phone
calls. Please send your resume to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers). Those being considered will then be required to
complete an Employment Application, if one is not already on file
with XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers).

MINNESOTA

CARETAKER TEAM NEEDED in St. Louis Park. The caretaker team would
be responsible for maintaining half a 110-unit building in St.
Louis Park. Would prefer to have one person that stays home. The
job duties will include complete common area cleaning; vacuuming,
sweeping, mopping, dusting, window cleaning, disinfecting common
area bathrooms, etc.; alternating weeks - daily unlocking/locking
building, moving trash receptacles in/out, picking up trash
outside; and alternating weeks - shoveling the walkways.
Qualifications should include previous cleaning experience and
having the ability to lift 50+ pounds. Must be able to bend,
stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and push. References and a background
check required. Compensation will be a free two bedroom
apartment, paid utilities, and a small monthly stipend. Mail your
resume/letter with qualifications to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
(Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers). No calls please.

PROPERTY CARETAKER TEAM POSITION available in Hastings. We are
looking for a bright, talented, self-motivated caretaking/
management team for our XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information
for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers). The
position is hands-on and involves performing maintenance,
grounds, and administrative tasks involved in overseeing a
community. Compensation for this position is use of a two
bedroom/two bathroom home located in Hastings Terrace. There is
also financial compensation which will be commensurate with
experience. The right candidates will be friendly, professional
and have excellent customer service skills. The property
caretakers will be responsible for a wide array of duties and
tasks involved in overseeing the community. These duties include,
but are not limited to answering phones, emails and walk-ins
regarding rental booking and lease inquiries, customer service
skills, house showings, and sale of homes, maintenance, repairs,
replacements, and upkeep of property and rental units as needed,
grounds keeping, including snow removal and lawn maintenance,
staffing the office and office administration, and processing
resident inquiries and complaints - enforcing community living
standards. Please email resumes to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
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subscribers)

MISSOURI

SEEKING A MATURE CARETAKER for a large rural tree farm in
southwest Missouri. Singles preferred. Requires maintaining three
homes and gravel road, mowing 12 acres, tree pruning, fencing,
and some driving. Clean character, criminal, and driving record,
no drug or excessive alcohol use. Retired military preferred.
Please call XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these
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A KANSAS CITY, MO AREA COUPLE seeks a hands-on Household Manager
to keep their household running smoothly. Responsibilities
include supervising contractors and cleaning staff, some
housecleaning, laundry and ironing, bed making, closet
organization, grocery shopping, light errands, packing and
unpacking, caring for pets, polishing silver, caring for china
and crystal, floral arranging, inventory, and special projects.
Must be certified in First Aid and CPR and have experience
working in private upscale homes. They require someone very
detail-oriented who takes pride in their work. Salary
commensurate with skills and experience and includes benefits. No
phone calls, please; send resume to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers) for consideration. Those being considered will then
be required to complete an Employment Applica- tion, if one is
not already on file with XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers).

MONACO

BUTLER/HOUSE MANAGER/PERSONAL ASSISTANT position available. Our
international client (a well-respected professional couple) are
looking for a professional House Manager / Butler / Personal
Assistant to oversee and ensure the smooth running of every
aspect of their two fully staffed residences in Monaco and
Cannes. The family have other properties and offices around the
world including Amsterdam where you may have to visit once or
twice per year. You must be 'young and modern in mind' yet have
the traditional skills and experience of serving at formal
dinners for high profile and well known guests. The summer months
in both residences are extremely busy - especially during the
Cannes festival period. Experience gained within a private
residence or private yacht will be essential. Your duties will
include managing the staff and household accounts; handling the
maintenance issues of each property; preparing the households for
many guests and overseeing all aspects of the dinners and events.
Although a 'formal household' in some respects, you must also be
comfortable wearing casual wear (jeans) when working. It is
essential that you drive as you will be traveling between the two
residences on a regular basis (40 minute drive) and a good level
of spoken English and French is required. The family speak fluent
Dutch and English. You must also like and be willing to assist in
looking after the dogs. Due to the nature of the position the
successful candidate must be able to present glowing references
from previous employers and be prepared to have security checks.
This is a live out position, however the package (possibly
including cost of renting an apartment) will be discussed with
the right candidate. Please email your resume and references to
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) and include EHS # 350 in
the Subject Line.

MONTANA

DOES SPENDING A SUMMER living off the grid in beautiful remote
Montana appeal to you? Elk Lake Resort, located in the Centennial
Valley 90 minutes from Yellowstone National Park, is currently
looking for two couples to help with summer operations. You will
work closely with the owners doing such tasks as cooking,
serving, laundry, and cleaning and you will also have ample time
to enjoy exploring the area. Take the boat out and catch a fish!
Pack the tent and spend an overnight under the stars! Find your
favorite huckleberry treat! Room, board, and compensation. If
interested, please email a cover letter and resume to
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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NAMIBIA

HELP NEEDED. We are a small lodge next to the Zambesi with some
help needed over the busy season. Work can be administrative to
small maintenance jobs. To learn more, please visit us at
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) and then contact us.

NETHERLANDS 

CAT/HOUSESITTER WANTED in the Netherlands now through April 28,
2015. The housesitter must like cats! For more information,
please call XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these
ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) or email
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers)

NEVADA 

WE ARE SEEKING A CARETAKER for our home and property in the
beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills near Lake Tahoe, Nevada
beginning in mid-April. Duties include but not limited to
housekeeping, yard work and some pet care, as needed. This is a
rustic and rural setting on 10 acres. We require 15-20 hours a
week of work in exchange for a two bedroom, one bathroom, and one
car garage house. No smoking, and no pets. This would be perfect
for an artist, retired couple or someone who telecommutes.
Experience, and understanding of basic household duties and yard
care a must. We are looking for a self-directed, independent
person or couple. A background check will be conducted. Please
email questions or resumes to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers)

NEW MEXICO

CARETAKER WANTED in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The caretaker will need
to take care of two Standard Poodles, and do some handiwork
around the house and seasonal gardening. Must have some outside
income. Wonderful living caretaker space provided. Please email
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) and with your phone number
where I can call you to discuss our caretaker position.

NORTHERN NEW MEXICO GARDENER/CARETAKER needed. Property owner, 20
miles north of Taos (Lama), seeks a solo gardener to live summer
months in a small off the grid camper. Rustic and beautiful
living (May 1st - October 15th). Trade duties include: care and
expansion of flower and vegetable garden, watering of trees, etc.
Must be an avid gardener and have previous experience. Drug and
alcohol free, quiet, meditative, minimalist, zero drama, over 30
years of age. References are a must.  Please contact
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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CARETAKER NEEDED on a remote solar powered ranch near Silver
City, NM. Approximately 12 hours per week. RV with slide
furnished. Surrounded by BLM and Forest lands. Ideal for a
retired or semi-retired person who likes the outdoors. Duties
include maintaining electric fencing and water troughs, feeding
the livestock guardian dogs, penning goats and sheep each night,
and monitoring a few cattle. Please call XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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A RETIRED COUPLE who respect the land and animals is needed to
live in a Carrizo Valley Ranch headquarters house, located two
miles from the owner's home, in the mountains of South Central
New Mexico. Long-term interests only. Please call
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) for details.

FREE RENT in a Guest House in Galisteo, NM (30 minutes to Santa
Fe), and $350/month salary in exchange for horse care. Horse
experience required. A beautiful one bedroom with kitchenette,
bath, 800 sq. ft., 20 acre property adjacent to 15,000 acres,
with tile, vigas, radiant heat, Wi-Fi, and natural light. There
are four horses, feed times five to six days/week, two times a
day at 7am and 6pm. Grooming, blanketing, mucking, etc. Pets
okay. Non-smoking. Utilities extra. One year lease/contract.
Security deposit is $850. References are required. To learn more
and see photos, please visit XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers) and then please email your resume to
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) 

NEW YORK

FREE ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT provided in exchange for a part-time
caretaker. The apartment is located on 81 exceptionally gorgeous
acres in Munnsville, New York, with a trout stream, and forests.
This is a lovely area, very private yet convenient to all
amenities, and just minutes to Colgate University, and
Morrisville State College. The caretaker must be a non-smoker.
This is particularly suitable for a retiree, veteran, artist,
writer, or individual(s) who would want to spend a very good part
of their time on this beautiful property. Suitable for one or two
people, and a small pet, maybe. The caretaker should have general
knowledge of maintaining and using a snowplow, and riding mower.
Also some general knowledge of basic pluming and carpentry. The
caretaker would only pay for their own use of utilities.
References required. Please call XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers) to apply.

PART-TIME HANDYMAN needed in Manhattan with mechanical, painting,
cleaning, and driving experience to help me on a part-time basis.
He needs to have good references, be polite, honest and speak and
understand the American language. He must be a citizen or have a
green Card. He will be treated with great courtesy. To apply,
please call XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these
ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)

SEEKING A FULL-TIME, EXPERIENCED, responsible
caretaker/maintenance person for a 325-acre, 20-building Retreat
and Conference Center in Phoenicia, New York. The candidate
should be a friendly, competent, hardworking handy person who is
able to work both independently and as part of the small
maintenance team. The ideal candidate has excellent planning and
communication skills, and can juggle multiple responsibilities.
Applicants should be adept in skills such as carpentry, basic
plumbing and electric, operating machinery, snow-plowing. This
position is full-time, labor-intensive and requires living
on-site to handle on-call emergencies in conjunction with a
second on-site maintenance person. Salary and housing provided.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) is operated by
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) and is located just 20
minutes west of Woodstock in the beautiful, Catskill Mountains.
Please contact XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for
these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers)with a cover
letter, resume and references for consideration.

SECLUDED WOODLANDS OVERLOOKING THE CITY. Part time stewardship
position available for skilled and diligent land lover(s), caring
for 50 acre parcel perched on a bluff overlooking Troy, NY. The
grounds of Springwood, named for its gurgling springs, have sat
fallow for years - we, its new owners, seek to restore. Great
opportunity for someone with vision/gumption to share in the
re-creation of this place. Three buildings populate the east of
property, plus fields with agricultural potential; the balance is
a mixed oak woodland with springs/wetlands.  Experience required:
land stewardship, woods work, not afraid to work with hands.
Contracting, tree work, horticulture, and/or farming experience a
plus. 55 hours/month. Singles/couples/families/groups A-OK.
Compensation: barter for housing in 1,750 sq. ft., three bedroom
unit onsite, nestled between two barns. Additional paid work may
be available at the neighboring arts center, and contracting.
Interested parties please send resume with cover letter to
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers)

CAMP CARETAKER needed. Spend the summer on the beautiful Lower
Twin Lake in Harriman State Park, NY. We are looking for a handy
person/couple with great communication skills to live at the
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) full-time now through
October 15. Duties include greeting, orienting, and serving as a
point of contact to users of the camp while ensuring adherence to
agreed upon house rules and performing simple maintenance tasks.
10 hours per week with loads of flexibility. Your own private,
small, two bedroom, one bath cabin will be provided. No Salary.
No pets. To apply please check out XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
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subscribers)

NEW ZEALAND

HOLIDAY PARK ASSISTANT needed. Share a male/female four bed dorm
for doing 2.5 hours of work per day. Enjoy stunning scenery and
sunny weather for which the Bay of Islands is renowned.
Preference will be given to applicants who can stay a minimum of
two to three weeks. Paid work may be available in Russell
village. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads
is available only to Gazette subscribers) is five minutes by car
or a 45 minute walk from Russell village. The jobs vary and can
include housekeeping such as cleaning rooms, cabins and
facilities. Work in the gardens includes weeding, landscaping,
planting. We are an Enviro Gold holiday park so sustainable
practices and caring for our native bush and bird life is at the
heart of our practices. Our holiday park is home to four rare
birds including kiwis. We are looking for a solid work ethic,
mature volunteers, preferably with previous work experience. To
apply, please call XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for
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NORTH CAROLINA

CARETAKER needed for a 50-acre central North Carolina hunting and
recreational facility. Can be a couple or individual. Must have
handyman skills and some experience caring for small animals -
rabbits, chickens, ducks, etc. Must pass a background and
reference check. This is year-round facility with numerous
amenities like pond, creek, hunting, volleyball court,
playground, ham station. We have a live-in groundskeeper already.
You will have access to garden vegetables and chicken eggs. RV,
utilities and Internet provided plus a monthly stipend of $500.
Non-smoker and no drinking. Please contact XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
(Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers)

HOUSESITTER wanted from May 1 until July 31 for our home and
acreage with glorious views from a mountaintop near Asheville.
The housesitter will need to check that the gardeners show up
each week to do mowing and some pruning, this time of the year.
You can live here rent-free, but no salary will be provided. To
apply, please email XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for
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NORTH CAROLINA OWNER OF A FIVE ACRE organic managed farm, needs
inside and outside help. Maintain and expand in a well-supported
growing farm market area. Quiet, no drama, drugs, or drink.
Thorough background check, and professional references required.
Small salary and % of profit provided. Repair and upkeep of
vehicles, fencing, pasture, etc. Implement your dreams and
sustain mine. Please call XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers) and leave a message.

NORWAY

INTERESTED IN SELF-SUFFICIENCY? Want to help build a community?
Love the sea? On an organic farm a few hours north of Oslo, our
collective is for anyone keen to learn, share ideas, and work
hard. We are building a sailboat and when she is finished we want
to sail the world, visiting other eco-villages, collecting
knowledge and traveling in the most eco-friendly way possible.
Anyone who helps us out will have the chance to join our crew. We
also work on the farm, building up the infrastructure to create a
stable base for our community. On the boat side the biggest thing
is that all the inner plating and insulation are all finished up,
the bathroom (wet-room) is plated and all water tanks are welded
into position. Next big thing is to get the engine into the boat.
We have to lift it up three meters and then two meters sideways.
It's a little messy but we are working on this right now. Weight
of the engine is around 500 kg so we need a hoist-system. The
volunteers took some days off to hitch-hike to the west coast,
and came happily back home with pictures of fiords, and camping
outside in the mountains close to the glaciers. The summer has
been extremely warm one so contrary to what I was thinking that
they will almost freeze to death they got back to the farm
sun-burned with a happy smile on their faces. During the next few
weeks we will be harvesting what we have been planting this year
and we will work on the engine and rigging, so if you have any
skills you might think will be useful please feel free to contact
us. We also looking for crew for sailing across the Atlantic,
heading towards Cuba when the boat is finished so if you find
that fancy please contact us. Please send an email to
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) explaining why you would
be interested in our community and please place this in the
Subject Line: SEA GYPSY APLLICATION so we know you have been
reading this. Love from XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information
for these ads is available only to Gazette subscribers) - a sea
gypsy tribe of tomorrow!

OHIO

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) is located in the
Connecticut Western Reserve of Ohio. The property is of a federal
style and has been carefully restored as a bed & breakfast and a
place to host special events. Public spaces have been added to
include a grand meeting room, rustic wine cellar, and an outdoor
area featuring: gardens, outdoor kitchen, and fire pit. Overnight
lodging will be available in two guest rooms. We are seeking a
manager with hospitality management experience who is personable,
has exemplary communication skills, and is a motivated
self-starter, able to create exciting experiences for overnight
guests and visitors. Honesty and integrity are essential
attributes of the person we are seeking. This position offers
full time, year round employment. Compensation package includes
separate accommodations, parking for one vehicle, and all
utilities. No pets allowed. Salary is experience-based and
negotiable. For more information please submit your resume and
cover letter to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for
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OKLAHOMA 

HOUSESITTER NEEDED from May 1 to July 31, 2015 for our
three-bedroom home in the Oklahoma City area. We need a dog-lover
to look after our two cute Poodles, who need cuddles (and food),
and to be walked twice each day. Our home is very close to the
I40, and just 20 minutes by car to the city. A large park is a
short walk away, along with walking trails and tennis courts. You
must keep our house in good shape while we are away, because we
expect it to be the same when we return. Please email
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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POSITION OPEN for a general farm and ranch employee in the
Durant, Oklahoma area. Duties would include feeding and working
cattle, putting up hay, brush work and other duties as may arise.
Housing, equipment and supplies furnished. No drugs, no smoking,
no alcohol. Please send your resume to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
(Contact information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers). No phone calls please!

OREGON

OFFICE MANAGER needed on an olive oil ranch. Seeking an
individual or couple for an established Farm on a 100-acre
picturesque remote ranch, administrating office manager duties
along with online sales located on the North Umpqua River in
Glide, Oregon. This person should have computer Internet skills
for use on our Olive Oil website for sales of the olive oil, at
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) along with being able to
prepare and submit weekly reports. Please submit a detailed
resume, including education, work history skills, goals, and
references with phone numbers. Compensation to include a
two-bedroom standalone home with paid utilities, health plan,
paid vacations, and future profit sharing program. Interested and
available candidates are urged to forward their resume with cover
letter to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads
is available only to Gazette subscribers).

PARAGUAY 

PET/HOUSESITTER WANTED in Paraguay from June 6 through September
6, 2015. We need a house- and pet sitter, for our countryside
place in Paraguay, near the town of Paraguari. We have six dogs
and one cat. The housesitter will live in a guest cottage, so
he/she can stay for a longer time to explore the county, even
when we have returned. For more information please call
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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TENNESSEE 

CARETAKER NEEDED in Coker Creek to care for a small six room
motel, with three cabins and a restaurant, located in the
beautiful Cherokee National Forest of southeastern Tennessee. We
are surrounded by waterfalls, lakes, streams and rivers. Duties
include answering phones, taking reservations, light cooking and
cleaning. Must be able to live on the property. No pets and no
smoking. Must be trustworthy, reliable and dependable. We are
offering housing, utilities and a negotiable salary. This is a
great opportunity for someone who loves the outdoors and nature.
Only serious applicants need apply. Please call
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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MARRIED CARETAKER COUPLE wanted to help maintain a 10 acre lake
property in Joelton, TN in return for a one bedroom apartment
with electric and cable. Looking for caretakers who are
interested in a long-term situation only. Must be diligent,
trustworthy, hard-working, and self-starters who like working
outdoors and very handy with lawn care, basic carpentry,
electrical, plumbing, etc. Must also be able to pass an extensive
background check. No drinkers/smokers. Please email your
resume(s) to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these
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TEXAS

FULL-TIME CARETAKER COUPLE NEEDED in Manor, TX starting after
April 10, 2015. We have a permanent opening for a responsible
couple to work on a suburban horse ranch. This position consists
of a five day work week. We have 10 horses on about 60 acres. We
provide a nice furnished home, paid utilities, full health
benefits, and an annual salary of $34,000 for the couple -
$17,000 each. Both people will be required to work and we expect
a full-time forty hour week from both employees. Horse skills
will be the first consideration of a qualified candidate. General
ranch experience will be helpful as will general construction
skills. We look for self-starters able to see problems and fix
them. Couples only. To apply, please email your resume and
references to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these
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RANCH CARETAKERS needed near Dallas. We are searching for a
caretaker couple to manage the daily operations of a working
ranch. The ideal candidates are a couple who will handle the
daily handyman duties, cooking, cleaning, and ironing. The
handyman will be well versed in ranch duties,
machinery/equipment, painting, mowing, irrigation repairs, etc.
The interior caretaker will be well versed in cooking,
housekeeping, ironing, and hosting dinner events. Housing and
utility usage allowance provided. No children permitted due to
working ranch liabilities. Applicants must be eligible to work in
the US, no exceptions. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified candidates should submit both resumes, salary history,
and include RC in the Subject Line to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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LONG-TERM WORK EXCHANGE POSITION available in the
Huntsville/Trinity area. I am working remotely on an intense
project that keeps me tied to my home office instead of out
working my micro-farm. I need help for at least three to four
months, but prefer it to be long term or permanent if possible. I
am offering a nice room with private hall bath in my house
including all bills paid (Internet, heat, A/C, trash, The Dish,
W/D use, etc.) in exchange for a farm caretaker (home maintenance
person) - caring for my farm animals, dogs and cats and doing
miscellaneous maintenance activities. I have one large pig, many
small pot belly pigs, many rabbits, a goat, three cows, geese,
chickens, dogs and an outdoor cat. You should be an able bodied
person who loves animals and will take good care of them - giving
some petting and letting them into and out of the house. Other
tasks include: cleaning cages weekly, hay pulled from large round
bales and placed in wagon and take it to replace hay for all
animal beds (every three to four days), rake hen area and put
fresh hay to keep it clean (and flies down) when it is dirty.
Gather eggs daily, keep clean hay in egg boxes. The front porch
must be swept every few days, driveway and gutters kept clean,
the garage clean around feed bags (weekly) and entryways. This
opportunity is for a mature person, who is energetic and
preferably knows about plants and gardening or seriously wants to
learn. If you have carpentry skills, I have building projects
(will pay for those separately). Women are welcome! You need
common sense to handle any emergency that might come up, to
contact me - be able to deal with a water leaks on outdoor
faucets, fix hoses, help animals giving birth, etc. You have to
be able and willing to get your hands dirty. Please call
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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LONG-TERM, GENERAL FARM AND RANCH, mature employee needed in the
Fredericksburg, TX area. Duties would include feeding and working
horses, putting up hay, brush work and other duties as may arise.
Housing, equipment and supplies furnished. Good pay provided. A
couple is OK. No drugs, no smoking, no alcohol, references
required. Please fax your resume to:XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
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VOLUNTEER POSITIONS are currently available for couples or
individuals willing to assist in park maintenance at Bardwell
Lake. Primary Responsibility will be mowing, weed eating, liter
pick up in picnic sites and group shelter. Time commitments are
flexible, but we prefer a commitment of 3-6 months. All
volunteers will be required to complete a background check and a
volunteer application. We look for a positive attitude and
outgoing personalities along with the desire to work as part of a
team to reach our goals and "Make a Difference". Please apply at:
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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APPRECIATE QUIET, WILDLIFE, OPEN SPACE and stars at night?
Caretaker with own RV wanted for a large ranch in Southwest
Texas. We provide electricity and water. Will occasionally do
light repairs/maintenance work and monitoring wildlife. Will have
lots of spare time so an interest in creating projects or
"tinkering with things" would be helpful. Must be a good
communicator, have references and a clean background. Please
email your cover letter and references to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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SEEKING A FULL-TIME ENERGETIC/TECHNICALLY SAVVY Innkeeper couple
to live on our property and manage all aspects of a country
vacation and wedding venue business. We are located in the Texas
Hill Country, 15 miles outside of Austin, in Spicewood, Texas.
You would be expected to provide exemplary customer service,
prepare all staff for upcoming events. Manage daily operations,
respond to guest inquires for overnight accommodations, close
sales, schedule bridal tours and meetings. maintain the calendar
of events and overnight reservations, housekeep, provided
comfortable bedding, laundry, grounds work, maintenance,
plumbing, electrical, swimming pool and hot tub cleaning, A/C and
appliances, wedding day/event grounds preparation, work along
with a Wedding and Events Planner and set up wedding equipment.
Periodically you will prepare breakfast for the bride and groom.
Other than that no other cooking is required. In exchange you
would be provided a one bedroom suite in the guest house and a
competitive salary with several options for pay depending upon
your level of experience. Part ownership is also an option.
Please send your resume and cover letter stating why you are
qualified to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these
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available immediately.

CARETAKERS needed. A West Texas ranch is looking for a married
couple as caretakers for absentee owners' houses, grounds and
vehicles. Full time, permanent position for a couple with good
people skills, morals and clean records. No drugs, smoking or
drinking and no kids. Duties include housekeeping, light laundry
and some assistance with cooking and bartending during occasional
entertaining. Skills include plumbing, electrical, carpentry,
painting, HVAC and audio visual, and repair and maintenance of
owners' vehicles and related equipment. Must be computer
literate. No ranch duties involved. Report directly to owners.
Competitive salary, nice housing, utilities and ranch vehicle
provided. Please send complete employment history with names and
dates of employers, skills possessed and salary requirements for
the couple to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these
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A FAMILY-OWNED RECREATIONAL HUNTING AND CATTLE Ranch is looking
for a hardworking, honest, hospitable married couple to help
manage our operations. We are looking for a year-round, full-time
ranch foreman and a part-time hostess/cook/housekeeper (generally
Thursday through Sunday). Must be willing to roll up your sleeves
and make things happen to improve the property and operations.
While there may be occasional contract labor to assist with
projects, this position requires the ability and desire to work
in the Texas heat, alongside the contract labor. Must live on
premises. Salary based on experience. Housing, utilities, health
insurance and benefits provided. The Ranch Foreman's (husband)
job is a full-time position. Outdoor work requires physical
strength and stamina; must be organized and efficient with good
communication skills (both verbal and written); computer literate
- email, scan, and fax; direct the breeding and raising of cattle
(cow/calf operation), including record maintenance, working with
and shipping cattle, handling cattle sales, provide animal care
for cattle, poultry and horses, hire, train and/or supervise
contract workers, manage third-party contractors and project
budgets from initial concept to completion, manage vendor
relationships for supplies, build, inspect, maintain and repair
ranch structures (buildings, fences, roads, gates, etc.) and
equipment as needed and as listed on preventive maintenance
schedule, operate, maintain, and repair farm equipment, maintain
operational and maintenance records, maintain the swimming pool,
general landscaping and mowing, plan, plant, cultivate and
harvest crops; assist with haying, range and wildlife management,
including feeding, aging and surveys, and have competency with
"handy-man skills" - plumbing, electrical, painting and
carpentry, water well knowledge and experience, heavy equipment
operator would be a plus. This positions reports to the ranch
owner on a regular basis. The Hostess/Cook/Housekeeper's (wife)
job will be a part-time position. Mostly indoor work; must be
extremely organized and efficient; computer literate. There is an
option to seek employment outside the ranch, if desired. This
position requires the routine housekeeping of all houses, launder
all linens (sheets, towels, bath towels, etc.), maintain
inventory of groceries and cleaning supplies, create and maintain
a preventive maintenance program for houses, weekend preparation
of main house for owners and guests, including meals, assist with
landscape maintenance, gardening and vegetable farming, provide
significant assistance with recordkeeping and bookkeeping for
entire ranch, capable of providing light babysitting of
elementary aged children, as needed. General computer skills
include email, scanning, fax, and Internet search. Will also need
to assist other ranch staff, as needed. Please email your resumes
and references to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for
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UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

MANAGER OF A LUXURY SANCTUARY needed. Our high profile client in
the UAE is looking for an experienced Manager for her Luxury
Sanctuary, Ladies Retreat. You must have managed a similar
business before and be able to show a proven track record of
staff management, training, marketing, budget and stock control.
Previous employment in the UAE is also an advantage, however not
essential. This is not a job for the faint hearted - it will be
long hours - 10 am - 10 pm (shift system with regular breaks) six
days per week managing a team of over 25 staff but an exciting
opportunity and new challenge for a candidate with the relevant
experience. Accommodation could be provided if you do not live
locally (i.e. within 40 minutes' drive from Dubai). Salary will
be, depending on level of experience, circa £35,000 -
40,000 (tax free). Please email your resume and references to
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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the Subject Line.

VERMONT

CARTAKER WANTED for a historic Vermont trout club. We are seeking
a resident caretaker for our April - October season. Salary plus
residence and utilities provided. To learn more, please visit our
website at XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these
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VIRGINIA

ASSISTANT INNKEEPER needed. This is an on-site residential, full
time, assistant innkeeper position with training provided on the
job for a single person. Our bed and breakfast is on the historic
corridor of Williamsburg, Virginia. We are searching for a
personally well qualified individual who will be mentored and
groomed to assist in all aspects of inn keeping. Having good
housekeeping, cooking, serving, and conversational skills are
essential. Social skills and acceptance and toleration along with
a pleasant persona and temperament bode well as guests expect you
to be a personal host for their visit. Social judgment and the
protocol of courtesy is expected. Being handy with property
maintenance is a frequent requirement, sometimes essential, Have
a "Green Thumb" with houseplants and outside flower gardens. The
salary would be determined by the qualifications and experience
of the individual ranging from $12,000 to 15,000 a year and
include living accommodations and utilities, as well as paid
vacation. Please send an email to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers) with your resume and brief note as to why you think
you would be a good candidate for an interview. 

INNKEEPER/OWNERSHIP for a successful Virginia Bed and Breakfast.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) has an opportunity for
Innkeeper position with ownership potential. A couple with strong
hospitality skills, computer skills, cooking skills, and various
business skills could be the perfect match for
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers). Separate Innkeeper suite
allows for privacy and relaxation. Full use of the spa pool and
luxury living quarters create the perfect environment. Your
future is bright at the Beach Spa Bed and Breakfast. Please email
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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WASHINGTON

SAN JUAN ISLAND INNKEEPER needed. Dreaming of living on San Juan
Island? Want to work with a dedicated team of professionals, meet
some interesting people and work in a dynamic and faced-paced
environment and have fun doing it? We have a full-time, year
round position available for the right person at the
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) in historic Friday Harbor.
Our ideal candidate will have strong kitchen skills and
experience, excellent communication skills, be self-motivated
with the ability to track multiple projects at a time, and have
an innate comfort around people. Now for the details: The
Innkeeper is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the
Inns, food service preparation and execution for breakfast and
special events, maintenance of the physical plant and the overall
guest experience. The position works in collaboration with the
owners and the rest of the team in the operation of these two
joint properties. Please send your resume and cover letter
describing your background and why we should consider you for the
position by emailing XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information
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MOUNTAIN MAN NEEDED to steward our 60 acre old growth forest, in
the central Cascades, Washington. Ideal for a fit retired person,
to live in our small cabin in a beautiful setting. The Whitewater
River is 200 yards from your doorstep, and 1/2 mile from
wilderness hot spring. Salary is $700/month, and the main duty is
property inspection once daily. Additional part time work
available at $10/hour. Off grid with solar-powered satellite
Internet connection; propane cooking, and wood heat. Annually,
May to November, with a start date in May, 2015. Please email
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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WEST VIRGINIA

CARETAKER NEEDED. We are currently looking for a caring,
compassionate person, to provide care for the evening and weekend
hours in the Beckley area. Training provided. Please apply in
person at the XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these
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WE ARE SEEKING RVING VOLUNTEERS at XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
information for these ads is available only to Gazette
subscribers) willing to perform light maintenance from mid-April
through late May, and then act as visitor center hosts and fee
collectors at our swim area from late May through early
September. Examples of maintenance duties include grass mowing
and trimming, painting, landscaping, sign maintenance, trail
maintenance, and de-winterizing facilities. Special projects,
less routine in nature, may also be available. This position is
provided with a laundry room nearby that can be used free of
charge. A minimum of 25 hours per week per campsite (not per
camper) will be required. "We are willing to consider any
suggestions you may have concerning work schedules and/or
duties." Volunteers camp for free on sites featuring concrete
pads; plus water, sewage, and 50 amp electric hookups. To apply,
please complete our application on our website at
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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WISCONSIN

LIVE-IN CARETAKER COUPLE needed. Do you enjoy working outdoors?
Do like to hunt and fish? A long-term, live-in
caretaker/groundskeeper position is available on a beautiful
private lake estate near Pickerel, WI on 700 private acres. A
three bedroom home will be provided. The caretaker couple will
have the full use of the property, and must have a strong work
ethic, be trustworthy and have a sense of responsibility. Must be
self-motivated and able to work without supervision. Duties
include but not limited to, lawn care, trail maintenance, vehicle
maintenance, and general handyman skills, including work with a
chainsaw and power tools. Winter responsibilities are generally
limited to snow plowing. The ideal candidate would be a recently
retired couple with an outside income. A small salary of
$500/month will be provided. Please email your resume and
references to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these
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CARETAKER NEEDED for a smaller apartment complex located between
Crivitz and Iron Mountain. This is a part-time position, and the
caretaker must have knowledge of smaller repairs. Compensation is
a rent free one bedroom apartment plus $100 salary. That includes
cleaning hallways and showing vacant units. Any substantial
repairs will be paid above salary. This would be ideal for a
retired person, single or couple. Please send your resume to
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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LIVE-IN FARM HOUSE CARETAKER wanted in Brooklyn, WI.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) is located 20 miles south
of Madison. We are a certified organic vegetable farm on 15 acres
total with 10 acres under production. Please visit
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) to see more about the farm
and our business and to see pictures of the property and house. I
need one dedicated person who wants to live here, preferably
someone interested in local food production and with cooking
skills (but not required or the most important criteria), to help
maintain organization in the house and homestead portion of the
farm, and to potentially cook some meals for employees
(particularly during the busier seasons when there are more
employees). The most important responsibilities include those
regarding the house, its organization, and
awareness/prioritization of what maintenance is required. Please
call XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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possibilities and responsibilities here.

WYOMING

CARETAKER WANTED for an elderly lady who lives out in the
country, about 50 miles outside of Casper. Housing is available,
with salary negotiable. References are required. For more
details, please call XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information
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a message. Thanks.

SITUATIONS-WANTED ADS

Professional couple seeking opportunities in BC, PNW, SW. Short
and Long. Responsible. Industrious. Pets, Gardens, People.
Hi-speed Internet required. September 2015 forward. References
available. Please email XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information
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International responsible professional seeking to house/pet sit
worldwide. Info: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for
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Small homeschooling family seeks long term caretaking or
housesitting position in a private home in a quiet country
setting. We will take care of your house like it is our own.
Please call XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these
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Mature Female seeks a position as a Personal Assistant,
caretaker, Gal Friday, travel companion. In excellent health,
with diverse background, including broadcast journalism,
modeling, housekeeping. I have a valid passport, raised three
wonderful kids. BA in Communications, excellent people skills,
hard worker. Healthy eater, non-smoker.  No drugs, seldom drink.
Please call XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these
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49-year-old male seeking a Caretaker position. Over 25 years'
experience in building and landscaping industry, and management.
Currently a winter caretaker for remote fly fishing lodge in
Alaska, Completely off grid. I have experiences with wind
turbines and solar systems, vehicle, ATV, heavy equipment and
generator maintenance, aquaponics and conventional gardening.
Seeking a position in the Mountain regions, ocean front, back
country, or warmer climates considered. Please email with
interest to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these
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Young Professional Couple seeks caretaking or hospitality
positions or sublet in Boulder/Fort Collins or surrounding areas
for May - August 2015. Caretaking, landscaping,
hospitality/events and property management experience. Please
email XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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Situation Sought on Maine Coast. Responsible woman in middle
years - healthy, fit, pleasant, conscientious, intelligent,
capable, positive, nature-loving, and artistic - seeks
house-sitting, caretaking, or affordable house sharing
arrangement. Background in holistic health and museum fields.
Permaculture student. Experienced property caretaker and also as:
whole foods cook, housekeeper/home maker, organic
vegetable/flower gardener, compassionate caregiver. Excellent
character, work, rental, and house-sitting references. Cell
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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Museum professional seeks pet/estate sitting in San Diego County
area starting in June. Superb references. Contractor experience.
Non-smoker. Accountable and willing to work. Please email
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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Conscientious, get-it-done couple seeking caretaking position
starting mid-October or early November in the Pacific Northwest,
Northern California or driving proximity. He: Early 50-something
experienced caretaker, sommelier by profession,
hospitality-driven, handy with household/electrical repairs and
maintenance. She: Early 40-something, long-time food, travel and
lifestyle journalist, Marine Naturalist, ex-Microsoft, savvy with
animal care, gardening, household organization, strong computer
skills, plus any writing, social media or marketing needs. We
come with a 5-year-old well-behaved rescue dog and impeccable
references. Non-smokers. No kids. Fit, active and adventurous;
we're not afraid of hands-on work. Please email
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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Caretaker/Estate Management/Villa Host: Professional couple
currently managing/caretaking a five bedroom Caribbean Villa
seeking next position beginning around October 1, 2015. Prefer a
warm climate. Excellent handyman skills. Work experiences are
heavy in business management, operations, customer service, and
marketing. You will have a tough time finding another
professional and personable couple with our business and people
skills. You can learn more at XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
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subscribers)

Housesitting position wanted. I am a Nanny, Personal Assistant,
and Home Manager looking for housing in exchange for caring for
your home in Charleston/Mt. Pleasant, SC. Isle of Palms/beach
home preferred. Dedicated, organized, consistent, patient, quiet,
non-smoker. Please contact XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
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subscribers)

Caretaker position wanted in western Montana: Prefer near Butte,
Dillon, Missoula, or Kalispell areas. I am a self-starter with
strong, personal and managerial qualities. Could perform the
activities needed for an absentee owner. I usually do not need
supervision. I have had substantial farm/ranch and equine
experience. I have substantial record keeping and financial
experience. I own sufficient machinery to handle most caretaker
duties. Graduate of MSU Bozeman with Bachelor of Science Degree.
I would prefer an on-site residence. I am retired and married
with grown sons, who are doing well on their own. Please call
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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Oregon resident wants long-term caretaking or housesitting job.
Could relocate to nearby state. Experience in handyman chores.
Please email XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these
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Live-in home health caretaker available for one year, 15 years of
experience, references available. Please call
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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US/Canadian couple available for long-term house/pet-sitting,
caretaking. Warmer climate preferred. Currently living in
Honolulu. Ethical living, positive attitude and spirituality are
all-important to us. Willing to travel around the globe. Please,
email to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads
is available only to Gazette subscribers). Thank you.

Friendly Christian Man (39) available. Multi-skilled
Professional, with excellent references/clean background.
Experienced handyman working in all aspects of property
maintenance and management. Experienced Caregiver/H.H.A, cook. I
grew up on a farm caring for large animals and gardening.
Preventive maintenance and emergency preparedness; is a way of
life to me. Additional experience includes: Hospitality, guest
relations, Security Guard and CDL-C. Interests: backpacking,
fishing, hunting, trapping, wild life, off grid, Alaska, and
Northern Maine. Please come visit my website for more information
at XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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Responsible, Conscientious, Dependable, Hardworking Man seeking a
caretaking/housesitting opportunity for the spring of 2015.
(Asheville and More). Jack of all trades. Impeccable References.
Please contact XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for
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Mature/fit Caretaker/house/pet/sitter available. Friendly,
reliable and hardworking. Expertise in horticulture grounds,
building maintenance, and pool chef. Previous experiences with
live-on property/vineyard manager/and private/estate gardener.
Excellent/reference and background. Massachusetts resident.
Please email XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these
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Retired female in great physical condition is seeking a property
caretaker/housesitter position. Geographically flexible.
Non-smoker. I am honest, responsible, value a strong work ethic,
have a clear driving record. Taking care of people, making sure
they are secure and happy is my pleasure. Experience includes
ranch work and property caretaking, housekeeping, cooking, caring
for animals and bookkeeping, etc. Excellent character and work
references are available. Please contact XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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Healthy, non-smoking, non-drinking married couple, 60, no pets,
geographic flexibility, experienced caretakers, seeking a
long-term caretaking position with housing, salary, and four
seasons. His experience: livestock, buildings and grounds
maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, security, woodworking, historic
preservation, organic gardening, pruning, orchards, hardware,
teaching. Hers: mental health counseling, bookkeeping, piano, and
French. Both: responsible, conscientious, organized,
detail-oriented, good communicators. Excellent references. Please
email XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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Awesome and enthusiastic lady available for caretaking,
house-sitting, and inn-keeping opportunities beginning in June
2015 in the Pacific Northwest and California. I am compassionate,
efficient, and an excellent communicator. Years of experience
caring for homes, dogs, and properties. I am currently interning
with a European-style guest house in the Central Coast region of
California. My interests include ecology, growing food, artistic
endeavors, herbalism, and living simply. Please contact Jennifer
with details and inquiries (including compensation and dates) at
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) for more information about
me and my work. Thanks!

Sugar Nanny for Love Dog(s) Available Immediately in Northern
Colorado near Longmont. What will I do for your dog(s)? Keep them
company. Feed them with care, clean their eating area, keep their
water full, take them on long walks, brushing, shaking out their
beds, and sweep. I can also take care of your plants, packages,
and bird bath. Excellent references available. Please email
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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Connie (aka Kauni) has been a house-sitter for over 10 years from
California to the U.K., as well as the Fiji Islands and other
exotic locations. Her skills include gourmet, organic cooking,
credentialed governess/ESL tutor, home management, swim/boating
lessons, French/Swedish lessons, pet care (chinchilla to
ragdoll), decorator, elder-care/CPR, theatre/music specialist,
gardening/planting/canning, permaculture, and more. Her
specialized set of skills make her your perfect caretaker,
caregiver and sterling representative for your precious property.
See XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
available only to Gazette subscribers) for what she has enjoyed
doing all her life. Please feel free to email her at
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information for these ads is
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Practical Skills, People Skills and Integrity. Bob has owned
businesses, raised horses and cattle, can operate farm equipment,
power tools and do building maintenance. He is also a talented
singer-songwriter having performed in Branson, Missouri and
toured the western US with his music. Monte raised three children
and worked as an administrative assistant. She has extensive
experience as a world traveler. Bob and Monte are ready to go to
work for you! Contact XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information
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Seeking a caretaker/sitter position. Prefer Eastern seaboard but
am open to other locations as well. I am a single, mature male,
with grown children doing well on their own. Construction
background as the son of Home Builder, with management skills. I
am trustworthy, reliable and competent to solve any maintenance
issues. I'm experienced with Domestic and Farm animals.  A
non-smoker, no drugs, but love chocolate.  Have a current class
A. CDL driver's license.  If you want to protect your property
interest I`m your guy. Excellent references available upon
request. Please email XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information
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Abroad. All companions have passports, and background checks.
Daily, Weekly, and Weekend rates available. For additional
information please call XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact information
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A World of Opportunity for Women! Explore the world and make new
friends with Women Welcome Women World Wide (5W), the women's
international travel and friendship group.  Offering a safer way
to travel, with a network of over 2,000 women around the world.
Joining is easy, please visit XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (Contact
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Professional Organizer/ Personal Assistant / Travel Companion
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