Miriam, retired artist
My house sitting adventure started as an emergency measure for me 5 years ago when my rental home in Aotearoa/New Zealand was put up for sale. Now it is my preferred lifestyle, I enjoy it so much !! What with the pandemic, new weather patterns, fluctuating economic fortunes, and, it seems, everything keeps changing everything for everyone, I am ready and looking forward to look after your pets, plants, and home, and exploring your neighbourhood.
What with lockdowns and the like, I have not yet sought an Ozzie house sit; and would like to have the first one be for my sister's birthdays, both born on 9 March, in Adelaide.
I am a really healthy, fully vaccinated for covid 19, alert and active "retired" self-employed artist, able to meet all usual duties of a house and pet owner.
I have had small holdings in the past, rearing every conceivable farm animal, cared for grazing horses and cattle, goats and sheep; always had a dog or two or in latter years cats - which have moved on - and looked after peoples' homes, plants, animals and even an elderly relative, off and on over the years. The last one turned into a 9 year stint. This home has now been sold, and I relish the freedom to travel and enjoy our spectacular country, painting as I go.
I can tell you the usual things you'd expect from a mature, well traveled, single-by-choice woman to be true of me - self-organizing, reliable, trustworthy, tidy, flexible and relaxed! I do not smoke nor drink alcohol, am clean, tidy and respectful of others' property and lifestyles, and generally am trouble free !
So much about me, with all those "Is" !! Happy to answer absolutely any and all concerns you may have.
Perhaps most important for YOU is that I will follow your instructions regarding your animals / home and not "know better"; I contact you or your agent / vet / insurance agent promptly if needed; and handle minor emergency repairs as they arise. I will never incur any expense you have not sanctioned in advance.!
The advice about profiles on the site is to say a lot about animals, but each occasion is different, and YOU will tell me what I need to know about YOUR animals ! I can say I really enjoy their personalities and presence, and that is why I choose sits with as well as without animals.
Please ask any questions you have, Miriam
Reviews (25)
Miriam is the first house sitter we have had from house sitters.co.nz we had such a positive experience. Miriam came to meet us prior to going away so we had good peace of mind knowing she was looking after our dog Luna. We had regular photo updates during our time away and we could tell Luna was super relaxed in her company. When we got home everything was just as we left it and more importantly Luna was very settled. She had lots of walks and was well cared for. If we went away again we would ... MOREMiriam is the first house sitter we have had from house sitters.co.nz we had such a positive experience. Miriam came to meet us prior to going away so we had good peace of mind knowing she was looking after our dog Luna. We had regular photo updates during our time away and we could tell Luna was super relaxed in her company. When we got home everything was just as we left it and more importantly Luna was very settled. She had lots of walks and was well cared for. If we went away again we would definitely like Miriam to house sit again and we would recommend her to anyone else.
JANE (Ngakuru North Island, Jul 2024 - 1 month 2 weeks)
From Kiwi House Sitters
Miriam was wonderful. Conversation was easy, our pets loved her and we received regular updates and photos on how life was going at home.. We would love to have Miriam house sit again.
PHIL (Takapau North Island, Jul 2024 - 6 nights)
From Kiwi House Sitters
Miriam was perfect - we, and our two dogs, were very happy with how well everything was cared for. She even prepared a hot meal for us when we arrived home! Lots of interesting conversations - look forward to having Miriam stay again
ROY (Te Awanga North Island, Apr 2024 - 1 week 2 nights)
From Kiwi House Sitters
We were very pleased with Miriam doing our house sit. She did an amazing job of looking after our home and two geriatric cats for three weeks over January. They obviously warmed to her quickly. Miriam showed initiative when small issues arose and kept us informed. We wouldn't hesitate in using her again. Thanks.
DOUG (Rothesay Bay North Island, Jan 2024 - 3 weeks)
From Kiwi House Sitters
Thanks so much Miriam. It was great to return to a lovely clean house, very happy pets and even all the weeds pulled from our Garden!! Excellent communication with lots of catch up photos/videos of our kitties. Would be happy to have you back again :-)
EMMA (Mt Maunganui North Island, Apr 2023 - 2 weeks 5 days)
From Kiwi House Sitters
I am hoping Miriam can move in permanently!!!!! What a woman!!!! House clean on return, pets happy, communication fabulous, company (we needed up with an un expected night together) amazing and her flexibility, patience and warmth was just a delight to be around - huge thanks
ESTHER (St. Heliers North Island, Jan 2023 - 5 days)
From Kiwi House Sitters
Thanks very much! House and animals were very well looked after!
SUZANNE (Matamata North Island, Dec 2022 - 1 week 1 day)
From Kiwi House Sitters
Miriam. was exactly who we needed for our elderly dog and the house was well looked after. Watering was done to save my pots..Miriam.even left me some potted beans for my new garden.
Totally recommend Miriam for house sitting.
STELLA (Birkenhead North Island, Nov 2022 - 1 week 2 days)
From Kiwi House Sitters
Miriam was a great sitter who took excellent care of all our animals, stayed in contact as needed, and left our place in great shape with happy pets. Would absolutely recommend her.
ANGELA (Reikorangi North Island, Apr 2022 - 4 days)
From Kiwi House Sitters
Would recommend Miriam to any oneShe did a great job with all our house and animalsKeep my pot plants alive
Communicated well with messages and photos
Dealt well with any problems
I would whole heartedly with no reservations have Miriam house sit again
BRUCE AND JENNY (Feilding North Island, Mar 2022 - 3 weeks)
From Kiwi House Sitters
I was very happy with Miriam house sitting. My cats were calm and happy as were my chicken family. The house was as I left It. Excellent house sitter! I would recommend her if you can get her, she is very busy!
OLIVE (Rotorua North Island, Feb 2022 - 3 weeks)
From Kiwi House Sitters
Miriam was a wonderful house sitter, looking after our house and cat over the New Year period. Upon initial meeting, our cat loved her straight away so that put us at ease from the start. During our time away, Miriam kept in constant communication with us, with lots of photos and updates. The house was left cleaner than when we left it! We couldn't have asked for better and we whole-heartedly recommend Miriam for your house-sitting and pet-sitting needs. Thanks again Miriam, we can't wait to ... MOREMiriam was a wonderful house sitter, looking after our house and cat over the New Year period. Upon initial meeting, our cat loved her straight away so that put us at ease from the start. During our time away, Miriam kept in constant communication with us, with lots of photos and updates. The house was left cleaner than when we left it! We couldn't have asked for better and we whole-heartedly recommend Miriam for your house-sitting and pet-sitting needs. Thanks again Miriam, we can't wait to utilise your services again in future!
SAMANTHA (Pokeno North Island, Dec 2021 - 2 weeks 2 days)
From Kiwi House Sitters
Miriam was an absolute dream! Sent us updates all the time, lovely photos etc. Was really friendly and had great communications with our neighbours too. The house was spotless when we got home, felt cleaner than we left it! Thank you so much Miriam we can't wait to see you again soon!
SOPHIE (Mount Eden North Island, Dec 2021 - 1 week 5 days)
From Kiwi House Sitters
Miriam was a great carer of Ollie, and totally unfazed by any of his dietary whims or cat nuances. I think he immediately fell for her, sleeping on her lap and on her bed!
I would highly recommend Miriam for any placement. Thanks so much for staying!
ANGELA (Ellerslie North Island, Jul 2021 - 3 days)
From Kiwi House Sitters
Miriam was a delight and sent regular photos of the kids enjoying their time with her
Thanks so much Miriam
MIA (Taranaki North Island, Jun 2021 - 8 days)
From Kiwi House Sitters
Easy to communicate with house left clean and tidy animals well cared for.
FRANCES (Ashhurst North Island, Apr 2021 - 5 days)
From Kiwi House Sitters
Lovely to have Miriam look after our animals. She was very accommodating in arriving early morning so we could set off early. Good communication, house as we left it and animals happy.
JAN (Devonport North Island, Dec 2020 - 1 week 1 day)
From Kiwi House Sitters
Miriam is a lovely lady and I enjoyed the time I had getting to know her. She's an animal lover and my cat and dog got very attached to her. My cat is usually a bit standoffish with new people but she loved Miriam from the start. Communication is excellent, she is punctual, reliable and totally trustworthy. I thoroughly recommend Miriam as a housesitter and would have her back again anytime.
LESLIE (Matamata North Island, Nov 2020)
From Kiwi House Sitters
Found Miriam to be a very friendly house sitter and Bella and her became friends very quickly.
House was left impeccable.
ALAN & YVONNE (Bethlehem North Island, Oct 2020 - 3 days)
From Kiwi House Sitters
Please do come back Miriam! Knowing Robbie dog was calm and happy was a relief!
It was a pleasure meeting Miriam and we immediately sensed her warmth, intelligence and insight.
Miriam is respectful and emits confidence and commonsense.
The communications about life with Robbie were much appreciated and we often had a humorous moment!
Thanks for all the bed linen wash up too! Look forward to a next time!
TRISH (Bethlehem North Island, Sep 2020 - 5 days)
From Kiwi House Sitters
Miriam was amazing and our pets 2 dogs, cat, frog and skinks were all exceptionally taken care of. Our house was just as we left it and Miriam maintained excellent communication with us in our absence. We would highly recommend Miriam and would love to have her back for a house sit in the future. Thankyou so much for your loving care of our home and pets.
ALISON (Tauranga North Island, Sep 2020 - 4 days)
From Kiwi House Sitters
Miriam was very patient with our moody dog and tried all sorts of tricks to help her settle! Our house was looked after well and left lovely and ean. Thanks
SARAH (Ohope North Island, Sep 2020 - 2 days)
From Kiwi House Sitters
We never once worried about our pets the photos Miriam often sent us showed very happy well looked after pets. Knowing our home and pets were in the care of Miriam made our holiday even more enjoyable.
LINDA (Kaipaki North Island, Jun 2020 - 1 month 1 week)
From Kiwi House Sitters
YOUR RESPONSE: Miriam was a dream to leave with our dogs and home. She did an excellent job of caring for our senior dogs. Neighbors did txt me to say that even on the cold wet days our dogs got their walk. We returned to 2 happy dogs and a clean tidy house. My old blind dog is missing her and has searched her bedroom looking for Miriam several times. We had mechanical problems and didn't know what time we would arrive home. Miriam was so thoughtful when leaving the house she filled up the ... MOREYOUR RESPONSE: Miriam was a dream to leave with our dogs and home. She did an excellent job of caring for our senior dogs. Neighbors did txt me to say that even on the cold wet days our dogs got their walk. We returned to 2 happy dogs and a clean tidy house. My old blind dog is missing her and has searched her bedroom looking for Miriam several times. We had mechanical problems and didn't know what time we would arrive home. Miriam was so thoughtful when leaving the house she filled up the wood box to make sure we were able to light the fire as soon as we did arrive. We found Miriam to be a lively vibrant lady who handled looking after our house easily. We would recommend her anytime. She will be invited back as a house sitter and friend.
KIT (Pirimai North Island, May 2020 - 3 weeks)
From Kiwi House Sitters
We had originally booked Miriam in for a house sit in April but due to COVID19 had to cancel our plans. So we were thrilled when we could book her in for a proper stay - a week with our dog Django in our little house in Welcome Bay, Tauranga. Miriam was very easy to deal with, no fuss at all, and the house was spotless when we returned, with linen washed and on the line! The dog seemed very happy and relaxed and well looked after too, so thank you Miriam! We have asked Miriam to come back in ... MOREWe had originally booked Miriam in for a house sit in April but due to COVID19 had to cancel our plans. So we were thrilled when we could book her in for a proper stay - a week with our dog Django in our little house in Welcome Bay, Tauranga. Miriam was very easy to deal with, no fuss at all, and the house was spotless when we returned, with linen washed and on the line! The dog seemed very happy and relaxed and well looked after too, so thank you Miriam! We have asked Miriam to come back in October. Highly recommended.
Therese and Rob
THERESE (Welcome Bay North Island, Apr 2020 - 1 week (June - July 2020))
From Kiwi House Sitters
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