We are a retired couple, Linda having been a Registered Nurse/Midwife and Rick having been a Plumber/Gasfitter, based in Springwood, Queensland, Australia. Before retirement, we had house sitters ourselves for over the past 20 years as we travelled back to New Zealand each year. Since retirement we have been housesitting for the past few years in Queensland. We also travel for extensive periods to New Zealand and would love to housesit to get our fur people time. We have many wonderful friends in the South Island area. We have always had cats and dogs. Our last old fellow passed away a few years ago and we miss him dearly. We would love to have the opportunity to care for your pets as they were our own. We both love puttering in the garden. We are security conscious, honest, reliable and non-smokers. National Police Certificate and references on our profile for your perusal.
Regards, Linda and Rick Stevenson
Reviews (21)
Linda and Rick were fantastic as usual. They were sitting during the Christmas and New Year storms we had on the Coast and lost power for days. They were amazing throughout this challenging time and cared for the house beautifully. Rick cleared up the grounds of all the debris. They stayed an extra night for us as we were flooded in where we were staying.
Gizmo our cat was cared for and spoilt. I have no hesitation leaving our animals in their care.
They are a fantastic couple and I hope they ... MORELinda and Rick were fantastic as usual. They were sitting during the Christmas and New Year storms we had on the Coast and lost power for days. They were amazing throughout this challenging time and cared for the house beautifully. Rick cleared up the grounds of all the debris. They stayed an extra night for us as we were flooded in where we were staying.
Gizmo our cat was cared for and spoilt. I have no hesitation leaving our animals in their care.
They are a fantastic couple and I hope they will return when we need another sit. 10/10!
JENNY AND PAUL (Tallebudgera QLD, Dec 2023 - 1 week 3 nights - 1 of 2 endorsements from this owner )
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We are super happy with Linda and Rick. They put us at ease from the start and we were happy to leave them with our precious bundles.
Linda always replied to our texts quickly which made us feel comfortable knowing everything was cared for and OK while we were away.
They took such great care of our 4 dogs, cat and our home and we will invite them back again soon. I'm sure the animals will be happy to see them again.
JENNY AND PAUL (Tallebudgera QLD, Dec 2022 - 2 weeks - 2 of 2 endorsements from this owner )
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Thank you :):):)
Incredible couple who will look after your home and fur babies! Personable and reliable highly recommended.
NATASHA (Aroona QLD, Apr 2022 - 5 days)
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Linda and Rick are wonderful house and pet sitters. Our cats thrived with then, house was immaculate when we returned.
Highly recommend you both,just let us know when you fancy some more time in Hervey Bay,regards,Maryann&Iain.
MARYANN (Point Vernon QLD, Mar 2022 - 2 weeks)
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Linda and Rick came in to look after our two dogs Twiggy and Zac while they were passing through Cairns on Holidays. They were amazing and took such good care of the pups and our house. Would highly recommend them for any of your house sitting needs!
MELISSA (Trinity Park QLD, Jan 2022 - 2 days)
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Oh what can I say, it was as if our own family were caring for the dog and house. Absolutely lovely people, we could not have asked for more. House was beautiful when we arrived home and the dog didn't miss us one bit! Highly recommend. Please stay again! Thank you both so very much.
JULIAN (New Beith QLD, Dec 2021 - 1 week)
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Thank you, would love to care for Chunky again if we are available
Cheers, Linda and Rick
Thanks we loved having you
DI (Lake Macdonald QLD, Oct 2021 - 2 weeks)
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Linda and Rick did an amazing job looking after our house and two dogs. The house was so clean and tidy when we got home and both dogs were happy and very well cared for. I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for a housesesitter and we would be very happy to have them housesit for us again.
ANGELA (Cabarlah QLD, Sep 2021 - 2 weeks)
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Linda and Rick are the perfect housesitters. Communication was excellent and they met with us to introduce ourselves and Lola and on our day of departure they suggested they arrive at 5:30am as we had a flight to catch and they wanted to be there before we left. Lola connected with them both straight away which is always reassuring. Our unit was left clean and tidy and we couldn't ask for more. Gold standard housesitters.
VICKI (Bilinga QLD, Sep 2021 - 1 week)
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I couldn't speak more highly of Rick and Linda and the absolute first class care they gave our Pip and of course our house.
A wonderful couple who we not only recommend to everyone else but will definately also be our first choice next time we need a house sitter.
DEAN (DICKY BEACH QLD, Aug 2021 - 5 days)
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Thanks, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will miss Pip.
Thankyou Linda & Rick we came back to all fine with everything & very Happy pets kind regards Kerry & Mick
KERRY (Slade point QLD, May 2021 - 3 weeks)
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Rick and Linda were the best house sitters!!! From when we first met up to arriving back from holiday, everything went perfectly!
Rick and Linda are the best house sitters anyone could ask for, our fur babies loved them and they cared for our house as we would have.
I was so nervous being out first time using a house sitters, but they made me feel completely at ease and we would love them back when we have our next adventure!
Thank you so much Rick and Linda, very grateful.
JAYNE (Deception Bay QLD, Apr 2021 - 6 days)
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Thank you very much for your lovely review, your wonderful gift package and for sharing your special fur babies. Even though we had a short time with them, we had a real connection with them. Cheers, Linda and Rick
Linda & Rick took fabulous care of our fur babies Chunk & Amber and our house was left lovely and clean! Communication was great and we would highly recommend having them to look after your home & pets.
KRISTY (Burleigh Waters QLD, Jan 2021 - 4 days)
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I felt very comfortable leaving my boy with Rick and Linda. That is a big deal for me given it was Dexter's first time he has had a sitter and our first time apart in six years. I highly recommend and will definitely have you both back again. I feel like Dexter has made new Grandparents lol
KERRI (Robina QLD, Jan 2021 - 4 days)
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Awh, thanks, he is so very special.
Wonderfull house sitters would recommend these guys to housesit anytime. Our animals loved them and our home was well taken care off.
RENAE (Willow Vale QLD, Dec 2020 - 4 days)
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I never had a doubt my pets and home were in the most wonderful care after my first interaction with Linda and Rick. This is the 2nd time I have been lucky enough to secure them I think Bentley and Kayla will miss them until we catch up again.
Thank You again you made my holiday enjoyable knowing my house and pets are in the most loving hands
CHERELLE (Thornlands QLD, Dec 2020 - 5 days)
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Highly recommend!
SARAH (Witta QLD, Nov 2020 - 2 days)
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Linda and Rick were just fabulous. Our dogs were well looked after and so was our home.
Highly recommend Linda and Rick.
BIANCA (Victoria Point QLD, Oct 2020 - 3 days)
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Linda & Rick were exceptional house/dog sitters, spoiling our dog terribly &the house was very clean & tidy on our return. Communication with them prior to sit was excellent always contacted us when they said. No yard work was required as it poured nearly all the time they were here but they looked after all my plants on our back veranda.
We would have no hesitation in asking Linda & Rick to resit for us or recommending them to other house owners. Very likeable & friendly couple. Thank you.
MARIE (Maryborough QLD, Feb 2020 - 2 weeks 1 day)
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Linda and Rick were great house sitters and looked after our house and pets well. We would recommend them to anyone.
BERYL (Proston QLD, Dec 2019 - 2 weeks 2 days)
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Where do I start?
If you are considering Rick and Linda then look no further and lock these guys in!
We started with a run through a few hours before my toddler and I left for our holiday. Linda instantly became grandma while I did my final packing, feeding my little one, bathing him and playing with him while Rick busied himself making sure chooks and dogs were fed and that he knew how to work everything. We came home to a beautifully clean house, happy pets and very relaxed knowing ... MOREWhere do I start?
If you are considering Rick and Linda then look no further and lock these guys in!
We started with a run through a few hours before my toddler and I left for our holiday. Linda instantly became grandma while I did my final packing, feeding my little one, bathing him and playing with him while Rick busied himself making sure chooks and dogs were fed and that he knew how to work everything. We came home to a beautifully clean house, happy pets and very relaxed knowing everything was looked after while we were away. Highly recommend these two!
MEL (RAILWAY ESTATE QLD, Nov 2019 - 1 week 2 days)
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Green garden!
Make sure the garden and pot plants are thriving when you get back - get a house sitter.
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Linda and Rick were fantastic as usual. They were sitting during the Christmas and New Year storms we had on the Coast and lost power for days. They were amazing throughout this challenging time and cared for the house beautifully. Rick cleared up the grounds of all the debris. They stayed an extra night for us as we were flooded in where we were staying.
Gizmo our cat was cared for and spoilt. I have no hesitation leaving our animals in their care.
They are a fantastic couple and I hope they ... MORE
I never had a doubt my pets and home were in the most wonderful care after my first interaction with Linda and Rick. This is the 2nd time I have been lucky enough to secure them I think Bentley and Kayla will miss them until we catch up again.
Thank You again you made my holiday enjoyable knowing my house and pets are in the most loving hands
