It’s interesting how one chooses to select a house sitter. As always, we received excellent candidates. But what sold us on Rick was a review of his said that Rick had stopped a dog from barking. With 4 barkers in our casa, we hoped Rick could perform his magic. Success! As if that wasn’t enough, Rick wrestled with some plumbing and electrical issues. Plan ahead as Rick is too popular!
It’s interesting how one chooses to select a house sitter. As always, we received excellent candidates. But what sold us on Rick was a review of his said that Rick had stopped a dog from barking. With 4 barkers in our casa, we hoped Rick could perform his magic. Success! As if that wasn’t enough, Rick wrestled with some plumbing and electrical issues. Plan ahead as Rick is too popular!Lynn homeowner March 13, 2025
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our housesit for Jon and Stacy and caring for Harkin and Obi was an absolute joy. Jon and Stacy gave us the opportunity to stay in their beautiful casita on the property prior to the beginning of the sit and were very welcoming and helpful. This allowed us to learn Harkin and Obi's routines and get to know them which can reduce possible anxiety. A helpful welcome guide was provided beforehand along with other detailed instructions. Jon and Stacy's home is g... Continue Reading
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our housesit for Jon and Stacy and caring for Harkin and Obi was an absolute joy. Jon and Stacy gave us the opportunity to stay in their beautiful casita on the property prior to the beginning of the sit and were very welcoming and helpful. This allowed us to learn Harkin and Obi's routines and get to know them which can reduce possible anxiety. A helpful welcome guide was provided beforehand along with other detailed instructions. Jon and Stacy's home is gorgeous, built using unique craftsmanship including many recycled materials within the stonework. Stacy has done a wonderful job decorating as well. There is a terrace on the top level we could use anytime with magnificent views of the city and comfortable furniture. The cleaning lady and the gardener are very friendly and the entire property is immaculate. The plants and flowers in the garden add to the beauty of the setting. The casita where we stayed was extremely comfortable and felt like "home" to us. There is a lot of natural light in the main living space and we regulated the temperature with the mini-split to take the chill off in the mornings. The kitchen has everything you need to cook including an Instant Pot, air fryer, and espresso machine...luxuries you don't find everywhere in Mexico. An extra plus is the water is triple filtered so you can drink right out of the tap! When we asked Stacy or Jon if we could borrow something, they were happy to bring it over. They were very responsive to our questions before and during the sit and we appreciated the consistent communication. Harkin and Obi are the best dogs we've had the pleasure to care for out of the 20+ sits we have completed. They are the best of friends and play well together, yet are so very different in personality. Harkin LOVES to play ball and has such a sweet temperament. He is a little more subdued than his brother and enjoys quiet time, slipping off to rest beside the chair. Obi is all about love and affection and is a bit of a clutz. We had so many laughs watching his antics, especially when he jumped in the air and twirled around trying to catch the ball. Both dogs stole our hearts within hours and we loved that they came through the doggy door to visit before mom and dad left for their trip. Harkin and Obi are not allowed on the furniture in the casita and do not eat table food and they are very obedient about these rules. They are well-behaved and trained dogs and go right in their crate when it's time for bed or before we left the house. Harkin is afraid of loud noises such as fireworks or storms and Obi is so sweet to comfort him and stay by his side. They make it feel like you aren't even doing a sit because they're so much fun! We have already completed a couple of sits for Jon and Stacy and have another one scheduled. They provided several recommendations in the area including restaurants and doctors. When we traveled between sits, they allowed us to leave some things at their house. If we needed anything, Jon and Stacy were happy to help. Their hospitality is unmatched as is the accomodation in their casita. Harkin and Obi have our hearts and we miss them already. We feel blessed to have the opportunity to know all four of them!Natalie & Mark housesitter March 09, 2025
Doug and Johanne were amazing! Super professional and lovely people…..Their immense experience as Housesitters and Petsitters helped me to relax and not worry about anything… They sent me photos of the kitties and helped me prepare for the next sitter, as I was not able to return on the date planned. Highly recommended !
Doug and Johanne were amazing! Super professional and lovely people…..Their immense experience as Housesitters and Petsitters helped me to relax and not worry about anything… They sent me photos of the kitties and helped me prepare for the next sitter, as I was not able to return on the date planned. Highly recommended !cheri Housesitter and Home owner March 09, 2025
Stephanie stayed with my dogs for three weeks and from reports I received from neighbors, as well as from Stephanie, the dogs (including Malcolm who is not terribly impressed by humans) appeared to love her. Of course that makes me happy... . The house was neat and clean when I arrived home... There didn't seem to be any problems while I was gone... I would use Stephanie again...
Stephanie stayed with my dogs for three weeks and from reports I received from neighbors, as well as from Stephanie, the dogs (including Malcolm who is not terribly impressed by humans) appeared to love her. Of course that makes me happy... . The house was neat and clean when I arrived home... There didn't seem to be any problems while I was gone... I would use Stephanie again...Abby homeowner March 09, 2025
Cherie was a very welcoming home-owner who thoroughly cared about our needs. Her home was comfortable and warmly decorated. We had the top floor to ourselves, with a great view of the cathedral from the roof top terrace. Her 2 cats, Diego and Rosa, were absolutely adorable and very easy to care for. Because of the central location, we didn't need the use of a car. We had an enjoyable time in SMA and would highly recommend this sit.
Cherie was a very welcoming home-owner who thoroughly cared about our needs. Her home was comfortable and warmly decorated. We had the top floor to ourselves, with a great view of the cathedral from the roof top terrace. Her 2 cats, Diego and Rosa, were absolutely adorable and very easy to care for. Because of the central location, we didn't need the use of a car. We had an enjoyable time in SMA and would highly recommend this sit.Johanne & Doug housesitter March 08, 2025
It was a pleasure to have Brenda caring for my home and my baby girl for the 2 weeks I was away in the US. I felt confident from the start that Brenda would be reliable and capable. I enjoyed getting messages and photos of my fur baby throughout the time I was gone. Brenda is very peronable and fun to be with so I knew she would fit right into my community of mostly older women. The neighbors reported that they enjoyed being with her. I would definitely engage Brenda again to keep my home and... Continue Reading
It was a pleasure to have Brenda caring for my home and my baby girl for the 2 weeks I was away in the US. I felt confident from the start that Brenda would be reliable and capable. I enjoyed getting messages and photos of my fur baby throughout the time I was gone. Brenda is very peronable and fun to be with so I knew she would fit right into my community of mostly older women. The neighbors reported that they enjoyed being with her. I would definitely engage Brenda again to keep my home and my Melly in good order.Lila homeowner March 04, 2025
Emma and Barry are beautiful people, amazing pet and housesitters, I highly recommend them. If you are fortunate enough that they are available to housesit for you do not even think about it! I was gone for a 6 week residency and having them care for my home and 4 pets gave me total peace of mind, they kept me consistently informed with texts and photos, were so considerate, helpful and flexible, some things came up that I needed to take care of at a distance and they right away stepped in to... Continue Reading
Emma and Barry are beautiful people, amazing pet and housesitters, I highly recommend them. If you are fortunate enough that they are available to housesit for you do not even think about it! I was gone for a 6 week residency and having them care for my home and 4 pets gave me total peace of mind, they kept me consistently informed with texts and photos, were so considerate, helpful and flexible, some things came up that I needed to take care of at a distance and they right away stepped in to help me solve them. My 3 cats and my dog were so happy when I returned, one of my cats has leukemia and needed a special medication treatment, when i got back he was in excellent condition, even better than how I left him. My dog Preshus created a strong bond with them and I could very soon tell in the videos how happy she was to be with them. They were even able to slowly gain the trust of my little feral Pepita who is a very scaredy kitty. The house was in excellent condition and so clean when i returned, the garden was also really well cared for. Really an all around great experience. I look forward to seeing Emma and Barry whenever they are in town again, and I hope I get to have them housesit for me if I have to travel again in the future.Daniela homeowner March 03, 2025
It was a pleasure to house sit for Lila and Milli (Lila's pet). I got on with Milli from the start. I followed Lila’s plant schedule to ensure all plants stayed healthy. Milli and I had daily walks after feeding and afternoon sun soaking on the property. I stayed in contact with Lila throughout my house sitting assignment. If available I would love to house sit for Lila and Milli again.
It was a pleasure to house sit for Lila and Milli (Lila's pet). I got on with Milli from the start. I followed Lila’s plant schedule to ensure all plants stayed healthy. Milli and I had daily walks after feeding and afternoon sun soaking on the property. I stayed in contact with Lila throughout my house sitting assignment. If available I would love to house sit for Lila and Milli again.Brenda housesitter March 03, 2025
It was an absolute pleasure to have had the opportunity to care for Daniela’s four beautiful darlings, Preshus, Nano, Pepita and Pushkin. Daniela’s home is a beautiful Artist home - light filled, soft and woolly, designed by Daniela herself. The home is very spacious, full of natural light, art and a plethora of books. The guest room where we stayed has views of the beautiful churches and felt a bit like sleeping in the treetops. The kitchen is also fully equipped for cooking and baking. ... Continue Reading
It was an absolute pleasure to have had the opportunity to care for Daniela’s four beautiful darlings, Preshus, Nano, Pepita and Pushkin. Daniela’s home is a beautiful Artist home - light filled, soft and woolly, designed by Daniela herself. The home is very spacious, full of natural light, art and a plethora of books. The guest room where we stayed has views of the beautiful churches and felt a bit like sleeping in the treetops. The kitchen is also fully equipped for cooking and baking. The neighborhood is one of our personal favorites in SMA with an abundance of restaurants and cafes a street away and Centro just a short 20 minute stroll. Daniela provided extensive, informative instructions and was in constant communication during her time away. We felt very comfortable and equipped to care for her fur family. But the highlight for our stay was spending time with her beautiful fur family. Preshus is a sweet natured, gentle soul. Loveable and always by your side. The excitement she displays when she hears ‘vamanos’ for her daily walks is adorable. The cats all have their own endearing personalities. Nano is independent yet loves his cuddles and lap sits and would often come upstairs to greet us in bed in the morning. Despite having leukemia, he’s a very active little fella and it was wonderful to see him increasingly thrive during our stay after taking rounds of new medication. Pushkin loves a natter, he would often come over to us for a chat. Seeing his head down the plant jug as opposed to drinking from his water bowl always gave us a laugh. Then there is sweet little Pepita or ‘Pebble’. Very shy and reserved however by the end of our six week stay, she was out of her hiding place and spending time with us in the lounge. We truly adore these beautiful rescue animals. We even had the opportunity to meet Musgo and Lana, Daniela’s two pet donkeys, which was a great experience. A heartfelt thank you, Daniela, for having us stay in your beautiful home and look after your darlings. We look forward to catching up with you and the fur family again in San Miguel.Emma & Barry housesitter March 03, 2025
November 24, 2024 to January 2, 2025 The Kimball and Russell home is our favorite holiday pet and house sit. Their lovely home is an oasis of calm in a busy town. Despite it being a quiet country retreat, it boasts very easy access to local shopping, cafes, and entertainment venues. A morning coffee or an evening glass of wine on the lovely patio with a breathtaking view of Lake Chapala are perfect bookends to the day. Their neighborhood is secure and very friendly. The community center... Continue Reading
November 24, 2024 to January 2, 2025 The Kimball and Russell home is our favorite holiday pet and house sit. Their lovely home is an oasis of calm in a busy town. Despite it being a quiet country retreat, it boasts very easy access to local shopping, cafes, and entertainment venues. A morning coffee or an evening glass of wine on the lovely patio with a breathtaking view of Lake Chapala are perfect bookends to the day. Their neighborhood is secure and very friendly. The community center offers a pool, library, and fitness room. Friday night gatherings offer a great opportunity to visit with old friends and meet new ones. The reliable WIFI offers us the convenience we need to communicate with all our house and pets sits. Evita and Luna are joyful holiday hosts, always ready to please. They are a wonderful pair of miniature schnauzers, ever ready with tail wagging affection and backyard antics. Their intelligence allows them to be eager and quick learners. On our stays Evita and Luna have shared car rides to the dog park or lakeside forays for an adventure away from home. During our stays they have learned new routines which endear them to us all the more, if that is possible. We wholeheartedly thank Kimball and Russell for sharing their home and pet family with us over the last couple of Christmas seasons. We very much look forward to the same for the 2025 holiday. Who could ask for more than Evita and Luna as our Christmas presents. SaM and David "Evita's and Luna's Forever Devine House Sitters"SaM & David housesitter March 02, 2025
What a wonderful week in Tlachichilco, Jalisco (Lake Chapala) with Bella. The home and location are perfect for a tranquil and lovely sunrise filled mornings and picturesque evening strolls through the neighborhood with Bella every day. Gloria is a wonderful hostess who welcomed us into her beautiful home and offered very helpful suggestions for things to do in the area. Bella is a beautiful, happy, friendly and perfectly well behaved companion who enjoys her tummy rubs and brushing. It w... Continue Reading
What a wonderful week in Tlachichilco, Jalisco (Lake Chapala) with Bella. The home and location are perfect for a tranquil and lovely sunrise filled mornings and picturesque evening strolls through the neighborhood with Bella every day. Gloria is a wonderful hostess who welcomed us into her beautiful home and offered very helpful suggestions for things to do in the area. Bella is a beautiful, happy, friendly and perfectly well behaved companion who enjoys her tummy rubs and brushing. It was a pleasure to care for her and the home, to spend quality time with Bella and get to know Gloria. I would be happy to come back again.Courtney housesitter March 01, 2025
When you and your dog connect with your house sitter it makes a wonderful trip. With Courtney, I can assure you that your pets will be loved. My Bella was searching for Courtney after she departed. It is nice to sit and chat about your love of Mexico and its benefits. I give Courtney 5 stars as an animal lover and house sitter.
When you and your dog connect with your house sitter it makes a wonderful trip. With Courtney, I can assure you that your pets will be loved. My Bella was searching for Courtney after she departed. It is nice to sit and chat about your love of Mexico and its benefits. I give Courtney 5 stars as an animal lover and house sitter.Gloria Housesitter and Home owner March 01, 2025
