I had the absolute pleasure of housesitting for this lovely family for nearly a month, and it was one of my favourite sits so far. From our first video call, I knew they were warm, welcoming and genuinely caring pet parents. They made everything simple and stress-free, even picking me up from the bus depot when I arrived and arranging a lift back on my last day.

Their home is a beautiful, peaceful oasis in a quiet, safe and friendly neighbourhood close to the town centre. I felt relaxed and at home right away. The real highlight, though, was their three wonderful cats – Max, Cooper and Sammi – each with their own unique personality. Max went from being shy and hiding to becoming my regular sofa buddy. Cooper, with his calm and regal presence, often joined in too; he and Max seemed to decide among themselves whose turn it was! Sammi’s excitement at dinnertime was pure entertainment. She loved her post-dinner brushing and, while not a cuddler, enjoyed hanging out nearby. All three also really enjoyed playing with “mouse on a string” and other dangling toys every evening.

The owners were trusting, appreciative and always kind. The house had everything I needed, the garden was gorgeous, and caring for their cats was an absolute pleasure. If you’re looking for a housesit with genuine, thoughtful people and some very special feline companions, I couldn’t recommend them more highly. I’d love the chance to return one day. It was a truly wonderful and positive experience from start to finish!