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House Sitting Preferences
  • 2 - 4 weeks, 1 - 2 months, 2 months +
  • Dog(s), Cat(s), Fish, Bird(s), Rabbit(s)/Guinea Pig(s), Chickens/Ducks/Geese, Reptile(s), None
Preferred Locations
  • North Island: ManawatÅ«-Whanganui, Taranaki   South Island: Canterbury  
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  • 2025: 14-28 Mar | 16-30 Apr | 17-30 Apr 2025: 13-29 Mar

Annwyn Hanham

Writer

Hello,
Many of my sits come through word of mouth, most are repeat sits. So if reviews are out of date I happily supply phone numbers regards recent house sits.

As of March 12th, 2025 my property is sold and I'm still choosing where to land next. Having offered retreats over the last few years, I'm accustomed to the responsibility of larger properties and love remote places.

I appreciate quiet house sits and apart from a daily long walk, I am most often to be found tapping the keyboards … ideal for pets who are used to daytime company. I love sits of 2 weeks plus, that mean less disturbance to my writing vibe.

I'm a knowledgeable gardener and a magnet for even the most sensitive cats. (Did you know cats view humans as slow, uncoordinated cats).

While not confident with large, unpredictable, vigorous dogs, I'm super fond of older and smaller, gentle dogs. One at a time works best for me.

Annwyn







Reviews (7)
My 14 year old, high maintenance rescue cat HRH Louie found in Annwyn an obliging, caring and committed servant. Annwyn had to deal with a medical emergency and did this with great care and keeping in close communication. HRH is not known for being an easy patient It was great coming home to a clean and tidy home, just the way it had been left.
 
PETRA (Raglan North Island, Jul 2024 - 1 month 3 weeks)
Ha ha! It's true, HRH added me to his retinue of courtiers. Smitten! Thanks Petra, it's been lovely getting to know you.x
Annwyn is wonderful she exceeded our expectations in every respect right from great communication, pre visit through to arriving back to a happy obviously well cared for dog and our home which was as if we had just stepped out the door. We highly recommend Annwyn as a very reliable, trustworthy and caring person. We would consider ourselves fortunate if we are able to have her in our home and caring for our dog in the future. Thank you Annwyn
 
SUZANNE (Te Awamutu North Island, May 2024 - 2 weeks 6 nights)
Annwyn, was a joy to have staying with our cat Madaline, she communicated clearly about her visit and came the night before we left. She looked after a very happy Maddy for 9 days and left the house spotless.
 
SALLY (Bastia Hill North Island, Apr 2024 - 1 week 2 nights)
Annwyn was professional and kind. She looked after my place, but more importantly my labrador Theo who was happy and healthy on my return. She also sent me messages/videos of him while I was away, which I appreciated. Annwyn had great communication and left the place spotless. I'd recommend her to anyone looking for a house/pet sitter.
 
MICAH (Raglan North Island, Apr 2024 - 1 week 4 nights)
We were lucky enough to have Annwyn look after our home & 3 cats during a recent trip away. What a lovely, genuine and caring lady. Our cats were very well looked after. and our house was left immaculate. Annwyn sent us regular updates and photos of our animals. We hope to have her come back for another house/cat sit next year.
 
BEV (Cable Bay North Island, Sep 2022 - 1 week 2 days)
We had Annwyn move into our home whilst we travelled overseas for 10 days in September. Annwyn took excellent care of our house and our Dog "Honey whilst we were away. In fact we received almost daily updates that we had not expected, of how Honey was doing, complete with pics of trips to the beach and on walks that Annwyn undertook with her. All on Annwyn's initiative which was very comforting to us. Annwyn proved to be a reliable, trustworthy, responsible and caring person. On return, it ... MORE
 
MARIE (Hikurangi North Island, Sep 2022 - 1 week 3 days)
It was a real joy to meet Annwyn and she is hands down one of the best sitters we ever had- Sabrina got sooo spoilt. The house was sparkling when we got back, too, such a delight to come back home and not having to clean straight away. We would love to have Annwyn back anytime as she has become a friend
 
PEDRO& MARTINA (Mangawhai Heads North Island, Jul 2022 - 10 days)
The feeling is mutual! Thank you both again.
 
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