we are Ines, Zoli and Erik, a family with a European background (German/Hungarian). We are non-smokers, easy going, flexible, enjoy cooking and doing sports. Ines works as Senior Policy Analyst, Zoli is a CNC-programer and Erik (almost 4) spends his days exploring the world. :-) We speak German, Hungarian, English, and a little Spanish, and are responsible and trustworthy. As we like the outdoors, spending time with animals was/is part of our everyday life and we miss it a lot living in Sydney. We had plenty of animals growing up: chickens, ducks, geese, rabbits, cats, dogs, a horse and even some goats, and would like Erik to get some similar experiences.
We found housesitting is a great opportunity to traveling within Australia and to get back to nature and animals for a few days. So fare we pet-sitted plenty of dogs (Great Dane, Border Collie, Labrador, Poodles, an American-french cross Mastiff, Greyhounds and some smaller breeds), cats, fish :-), chickens, a cockatiel and alpacas. We usually also water the indoor and outdoor plants, do some lawn mowing, get the mail and put out the bins. Whatever is necessary.
For questions or if you just simply want to get to know us better, we could also talk over Skype. Just write to us and we will send you the Skype name.
We are looking forward to sitting your house and pets for you!
Regards Ines, Zoli and Erik
(We are fully vaccinated)
Reviews (23)
We were very grateful to have Ines and Zoli look after our two cats whilst we were away. There was a mega storm and blackout during this time, and they dealt with it in their stride ensuring that the cats were well looked after. Thank-you!
AMANDA (Epping NSW, Jan 2025 - 5 nights)
Thank you to Ines and family for taking care of our pets and home. We are glad you were able to enjoy our home and the area. What a great introduction to the world of house sitting!
CATH (Dubbo NSW, Dec 2024 - 1 week 6 nights)
Ines and her family left the home in lovely condition, good communication and easy to deal with, we will defiantly use them again.
ELIZABETH (Vincent QLD, Mar 2024 - 5 nights)
This was our first time using a house sitter, so we were a little apprehensive. We were going to use a kennel but unfortunately, our dog was sick. Ines and family looked after our house and pets like their own.
We will use them again
GARY (Mount Annan NSW, May 2022 - 10 days)
Ines & Zoli were due to house sit for 7 days over Christmas for us, looking after our two cats while we were on holiday. After 2 days they communicated via text message they were unable to stay any longer as the floors were making their son and their feet dirty and it was unsafe. Floors were steam cleaned the day before their arrival. The tiles do tend to do this but not a 'safety issue'. My biggest issue was that they did not communicate they were having issues, they gave me no opportunity to ... MOREInes & Zoli were due to house sit for 7 days over Christmas for us, looking after our two cats while we were on holiday. After 2 days they communicated via text message they were unable to stay any longer as the floors were making their son and their feet dirty and it was unsafe. Floors were steam cleaned the day before their arrival. The tiles do tend to do this but not a 'safety issue'. My biggest issue was that they did not communicate they were having issues, they gave me no opportunity to suggest any solutions and they left within minutes of telling me they were leaving. This left our cats unfed & uncared for which is unacceptable. Communication is very important when people have entrusted their house & beloved pets to you and this approach was appalling. Wouldn't recommend.
KATIE (Rouse Hill NSW, Dec 2021 - 1 week)
Response to the above and the comment to our review:
Communication is a two way street. More than one thing we were told were either incorrect or weren't followed through. Katie's reaction to our problem with the cleanliness of the floor showed that there wouldn't have been much ground for solving ... MOREResponse to the above and the comment to our review:
Communication is a two way street. More than one thing we were told were either incorrect or weren't followed through. Katie's reaction to our problem with the cleanliness of the floor showed that there wouldn't have been much ground for solving all the issues. And we clearly felt uncomfortable telling someone that their house is dirty.
Garden: An unlockable garden gate holding with only a brick should have been mentioned to someone with a toddler.
Cleaning standards: Our standards have been the same since we started housesitting in 2014/2015 (have a look at our reviews). It has never been an issue, since aussiehousesitters ground rules for house owners should ensure a that „the home is in a clean, tidy, hygienic state".
Great, reliable house sitters. We left two of our dogs in their care over Christmas
NATALIE (Kangaroobie NSW, Dec 2018 - 1 week)
I can't say anything more positive about Ines and Zoli. We have two new kittens which is a big ask, especially because we had to travel urgently for family reasons. We came home to two very happy kittens and a stunningly clean house. Not to mention the great communication both before and after their stay. I absolutely recommend Ines and Zoli for anyone who needs a trusted and respectful house-sitter.
ADAM KNIGHT (Oak Flats NSW, Apr 2017 - 4 weeks)
Ines and Zoli were quick to respond to the request for housesitters, and were very pleasant to meet. Initially I also had a cat for them to look after, but this was not the case when they actually stayed. They followed my directions perfectly with regards to mail and keeping me and my husband upto date on any issues with the property, and were extremely flexible when my plans changed and I had to come home early. There were no issues during their stay and they kept the property very neat and ... MOREInes and Zoli were quick to respond to the request for housesitters, and were very pleasant to meet. Initially I also had a cat for them to look after, but this was not the case when they actually stayed. They followed my directions perfectly with regards to mail and keeping me and my husband upto date on any issues with the property, and were extremely flexible when my plans changed and I had to come home early. There were no issues during their stay and they kept the property very neat and tidy at all times. I would highly recommend them to any prospective person requiring a housesitter.
CAITLIN (Maroubra NSW, Apr 2016 - 7 months)
Ines & Zoli did a great job housesitting for us for 2 1/2 weeks recently. We came home to happy pets, a clean house & mowed lawn. We met Ines & Zoli several times before we went away - they went out of their way to come & meet us and our pets (1 dog, 2 cats & 4 chickens) and learn their routine & our dog's walk route. They are instantly a very likeable couple and our pets loved them too which made going away much easier knowing they would be in safe hands. They were keen to know details of ... MOREInes & Zoli did a great job housesitting for us for 2 1/2 weeks recently. We came home to happy pets, a clean house & mowed lawn. We met Ines & Zoli several times before we went away - they went out of their way to come & meet us and our pets (1 dog, 2 cats & 4 chickens) and learn their routine & our dog's walk route. They are instantly a very likeable couple and our pets loved them too which made going away much easier knowing they would be in safe hands. They were keen to know details of our pets' daily routine so they would be comfortable during our absence. While away they sent photos of our happy pets which again provided reassurance everything was going ok back at home. I would not hesitate in using Ines & Zoli for housesitting in the future & also highly recommend them to anyone else who may be looking for a housesitter.
Ines and Zoli are a trustworthy and reliable couple. They clearly love animals and have lots of experience with dogs and cats. Their care of our two older cats was excellent. Highly recommended!
ALEX (Rozelle NSW, Feb 2016 - 2 weeks)
What a delightful couple Ines & Zoli are, they looked after our home and pets for 2 weeks, our dog was walked and well cared for and our rabbit was also well cared for, Ines & Zoli looked after our home as if it was there own, they watered the garden , and kept the house beautifully, we loved receiving photo's and updates of our fur babies, I would be more than happy to recommend this couple for any house sitting positions that they apply for. Hopefully they will be still available when we next ... MOREWhat a delightful couple Ines & Zoli are, they looked after our home and pets for 2 weeks, our dog was walked and well cared for and our rabbit was also well cared for, Ines & Zoli looked after our home as if it was there own, they watered the garden , and kept the house beautifully, we loved receiving photo's and updates of our fur babies, I would be more than happy to recommend this couple for any house sitting positions that they apply for. Hopefully they will be still available when we next go away.
SHARON (Harrington Park NSW, Jan 2016 - 2 weeks 1 day)
Ines and Zoli looked after my two elderly dogs, house and garden for 3 weeks. During my time away I received regular updates on how the dogs were going which was great. One of my dogs needs twice daily medication and some extra attention which wasn't a problem at all for Ines and Zoli. When I got home I found my two doggies very happy and very well looked after. The house was clean and tidy and even the garden was done so I didn't have to worry about that either. I have no hesitation to ... MOREInes and Zoli looked after my two elderly dogs, house and garden for 3 weeks. During my time away I received regular updates on how the dogs were going which was great. One of my dogs needs twice daily medication and some extra attention which wasn't a problem at all for Ines and Zoli. When I got home I found my two doggies very happy and very well looked after. The house was clean and tidy and even the garden was done so I didn't have to worry about that either. I have no hesitation to recommend Ines and Zoli as house sitters. Thanks again guys! :)
RITA (Concord NSW, Dec 2015 - 3 weeks)
David and I would thoroughly recommend Ines and Zolli. They are a very mature, honest and reliable young couple. On our return from a two week holiday our house was clean and tidy, and our dogs were healthy and happy. We would be pleased to have them sit for us again.
JULIE (Razorback NSW, Sep 2015 - 2 weeks)
Not sure what we could have done better with the garden since it was basically just watering in winter. Communication, as mentioned, was a bit complicated onsight, I guess we had the wrong provider.
Ines and Zoli looked after our two gorgeous (but slightly high maintenance) greyhounds and two chooks for 4 weeks while we were on holiday.
We came back to happy, relaxed dogs and a lovely clean house and we could not have been more pleased.
Bella, our shy dog who will not readily go to strangers, was smitten with them by the time we got back!
Ines and Zoli are a genuinely nice couple who we could not recommend highly enough.
We hope they will come back and sit for us again in the near ... MOREInes and Zoli looked after our two gorgeous (but slightly high maintenance) greyhounds and two chooks for 4 weeks while we were on holiday.
We came back to happy, relaxed dogs and a lovely clean house and we could not have been more pleased.
Bella, our shy dog who will not readily go to strangers, was smitten with them by the time we got back!
Ines and Zoli are a genuinely nice couple who we could not recommend highly enough.
We hope they will come back and sit for us again in the near future!
KATHY (Balgowlah, NSW, Sep 2015 - 3 weeks)
Ines and Zoli stayed at our house for 5 weeks. They cared for our cockatiel, 2 dogs, 4 alpacas and 23 chickens whilst we were away.
We felt very comfortable leaving them in our home as we have had them stay with us before and we found them to be a trustworthy, responsible and respectful couple. They took good care of our animals and our house was tidy upon arriving home.
Furthermore, whilst we were away they communicated well with us via email and facetime so that we may see the ... MOREInes and Zoli stayed at our house for 5 weeks. They cared for our cockatiel, 2 dogs, 4 alpacas and 23 chickens whilst we were away.
We felt very comfortable leaving them in our home as we have had them stay with us before and we found them to be a trustworthy, responsible and respectful couple. They took good care of our animals and our house was tidy upon arriving home.
Furthermore, whilst we were away they communicated well with us via email and facetime so that we may see the animals and also answer any questions they may have about the house and the animals.
We would not hesitate in recommending Ines and Zoli to house sit.
SHARON (Wedderburn, NSW, Aug 2015)
Ines and Zoli were fantastic house sitters. It was such a relief to have them look after our pets while we were away. I got text updates from Ines and photo's when I asked and this made me feel very safe and comfortable with them looking after our pets and our house. When we arrived home the house was immaculately clean! We are both very happy to have had Ines and zoli house sit for us and I would 100% recommend them!
Charmayne & Andrew :)
CHARMAYNE (Elderslie, NSW, May 2015 - 2 weeks 4 days)
Ines and Zoli looked after my house and my dog Romeo recently, from 18 April to 23 April. When they first contacted me, it was the first time I had anything to do with this site. As they had been doing this for a while, they were very informative and made me feel at ease. We arranged a meeting straight away and when I met them, Romeo seemed to like them straight away. They looked after my home, like it was their own while I was away. When I got home they had looked after Romeo very well and had ... MOREInes and Zoli looked after my house and my dog Romeo recently, from 18 April to 23 April. When they first contacted me, it was the first time I had anything to do with this site. As they had been doing this for a while, they were very informative and made me feel at ease. We arranged a meeting straight away and when I met them, Romeo seemed to like them straight away. They looked after my home, like it was their own while I was away. When I got home they had looked after Romeo very well and had taken him for a walks, as much as they could, as there had been terrible storms. However, as soon as they got a break in the weather, they would take him out. I would have no hesitation in recommending Ines and Zolie to anyone to look after your house and pets. They are lovely people and I will be looking them up, if I am going away again to see if they are free. Please feel free to contact me, if you would like to ask me any questions about Ines and Zoli. They have my email and mobile no, and I am happy for them to give it to you if you need more information.
Regards
Wendy
WENDY (Ingleburn, NSW, Apr 2015 - 5 days)
Ines and Zolli have recently looked after our home and pets for over 2 weeks. We really appreciated their help and it was a huge relief finding someone to housesit for our last minute holiday.
Ines was prompt with communications and they both came to meet us prior to the housesit to meet us and the pets.
The house and garden were well maintained and our cat and dog became very attached to them. They got plenty of attention and walks.
I would highly recommend Ines and Zolli to look after ... MOREInes and Zolli have recently looked after our home and pets for over 2 weeks. We really appreciated their help and it was a huge relief finding someone to housesit for our last minute holiday.
Ines was prompt with communications and they both came to meet us prior to the housesit to meet us and the pets.
The house and garden were well maintained and our cat and dog became very attached to them. They got plenty of attention and walks.
I would highly recommend Ines and Zolli to look after your home and pets and wouldn't hesitate to use them again in the future.
MARY (Earlwood, NSW, Apr 2015 - 2 weeks 1 day)
To whom it may concern, Ines and Zoli house sat for us in January 2015. They looked after our huge crazy lab cross and our little cat. The house was cleaner when we came back than when we left it. This couple are super clean, honest and kind people. I would have no problem recommending them to anyone. They are animal lovers and even managed to teach our crazy dog to walk nicely on the lead.
Feel free to contact me anytime for further information. Best regards
Sharron Martin 021 952513
SHARRON (Torbay, North Island, Mar 2015 - 1 week 1 day)
From Kiwi House Sitters
To whom it may concern, Ines and Zoli house sat for us in January 2015. They looked after our huge crazy lab cross and our little cat. The house was cleaner when we came back than when we left it. This couple are super clean, honest and kind people. I would have no problem recommending them to anyone. They are animal lovers and even managed to teach our crazy dog to walk nicely on the lead.
Feel free to contact me anytime for further information. Best regards
Sharron Martin 021 952513
SHARRON (Torbay, North Island, Mar 2015)
Ines and Zoli are a friendly and dependable couple who cared for our home for 3 weeks during the Christmas holiday period. We were overseas, and we felt safe and secure in the knowledge that they were there. They were reliable and on our return, the house was well kept and the garden watered. We were glad to come home to a contented cat.
Recommended to all.
The Thompson-Brown family.
CHRISTINE (Mt Eden, North Island, Jan 2015)
From Kiwi House Sitters
To whom it may concern.
Ines & Zoli looked after our dog and two cats for us. We had no concerns about leaving them with Ines & Zoli. We went away knowing that the animals would be well cared for. Zoli really is very caring with all the animals. I would highly recommend them. If you wish to contact me on sylviacollins47@gmail.com. Sylvia Collins.
SYLVIA (Wendouree, VIC, Australia, Jan 2015)
From Kiwi House Sitters
Ines and Zoli are a friendly and dependable couple who cared for our home for 3 weeks during the Christmas holiday period. We were overseas, and we felt safe and secure in the knowledge that they were there. They were reliable and on our return, the house was well kept and the garden watered. We were glad to come home to a contented cat.
Recommended to all.
The Thompson-Brown family.
CHRISTINE (Mt Eden, North Island, NZ, Jan 2015)
Happy you!
With a house sitter looking after your pets, house and garden - you can really relax. Happy days.