Welcome to our service of

House Sitting!

Looking for someone to care for your home in your absence without additional costs?

Need responsible people to manage your day-to-day life to handle any domestic situation?

Look no further, we are here to cater to your needs!

Important: Please note that due to time zones constraints we are currently only accepting houses in America, Europe or Africa (UTC+2 to UTC-8)

About us

We are Ale and Charly, a couple of digital nomads traveling the world while looking after houses. Learn more

Why House Sitters?

Because it allows us to explore new places and travel at our own pace. Learn more

Our House Sitting experience

Since 2017, we’ve been entrusted with the care of houses for family and friends. Since 2022, we’ve traveled to 10 different countries, looking after over 30 households. Learn more

Want to check our references?

Absolutely, you can find them here

What is House Sitting like with us?

We offer thorough house care services while you’re away, ensuring that your home is maintained according to your specific preferences and needs. Learn more

Our requirements for House Sitting

As we primarily work from home, reliable internet access and comfortable workspaces are essential. Additionally, we value the local environment to make the most of our leisure time. Learn more

Minimum and maximum duration for House Sitting

We typically require a minimum of 15 days and a maximum of 90 days for house sitting, although these terms are negotiable. Learn more

What´s included in our House Sitting service?

We’re dedicated to caring for and preserving your home, striving to maintain its condition—or even improve it, if possible—from the moment we arrive. Learn more

What´s not included in our House Sitting service?

Please be aware that our service does not entail constant presence in the home, covering extra expenses, undertaking additional household chores, or performing supplementary tasks. Learn more

How much does our House Sitting service cost?

There are no fees for our house sitting service as we believe in the exchange of services to meet our mutual needs. Learn more

Ready to get started?

Follow this guide to take the next steps

About us

Hello! We are Ale and Charly, a digital nomad couple in our 40s who embarked on our journey in 2022, blending our love for travel with providing house care services while working remotely. We met in Buenos Aires at a multi-cultural event for travelers and have been exploring the world together since 2011. With over a decade of shared travel experiences, we’ve refined our abilities in caring for family homes.

We are fluent in Spanish, English, and some Portuguese and Italian. Non-smokers by choice, we’re enthusiastic about immersing ourselves in new cultures and forging friendships wherever we go.

Why House Sitters?

We view House Sitting (caring for homes while you’re away) as an opportunity to seamlessly blend our work routine with our passion for travel. It enables us to explore captivating destinations, immerse ourselves in diverse cultures, forge new friendships, and savor unique experiences.

House Sitting offers us a unique approach to travel, granting us the opportunity to discover destinations we might not typically consider and to establish connections within the communities we become a part of

Our House Sitting experience

We have extensive experience in managing our own homes prior to embarking on our nomadic lifestyle. From spacious apartments to cozy city dwellings, suburban houses, and even rural abodes, we’ve lived in diverse settings.

Since 2017, we’ve been entrusted with the care of homes belonging to family and friends, often tasked with pet care and minimal house maintenance. This provided our loved ones with the peace of mind that their homes would be attended to in case of emergencies or unforeseen circumstances, ensuring they could travel with confidence knowing their properties wouldn’t be left unattended.

Our transition to remote work in 2020, during the pandemic, presented us with the opportunity to expand our horizons. This enabled us to travel farther and extend our house sitting services to a wider audience. We began building our network of trust through social media platforms and services like Trusted House Sitters and Home Exchange, among others.

To date, we’ve accumulated over 30 experiences across 10 different countries.

Testimonials

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What is the House Sitting service like?

House Sitting works as an exchange of services, where we undertake the necessary care of your home while you provide us with a space to work and rest during your absence. Essentially, House Sitting entails the responsible oversight of your house in your absence.

The benefits for you include:

• Occupied House: Your home remains occupied for the majority of the time, enhancing security and preventing it from appearing vacant.

• Maintenance: We ensure that your house is maintained in the same condition as when you left, following your instructions meticulously.

• Emergency Resolution: In your absence, we’ll handle any emergencies or unforeseen circumstances that may arise.

• Management of Services: We manage any house-related services that require human intervention, such as receiving correspondence or coordinating with maintenance personnel (e.g., gardeners, cleaners, pool maintenance staff).

• Communication: We maintain open communication channels with you via WhatsApp, email, or your preferred method, as frequently as you desire. This allows you to stay informed of any developments or ensure adherence to your home routines. We strive to strike a balance between keeping you updated and providing you with the space to enjoy your vacation or trip.

Our requirements for House Sitting

• Electricity. Continuous electricity supply is essential. If your area experiences recurring power outages, you must provide an alternative and autonomous energy generation method. For combustion-powered generators, they must be positioned away from the workspace and living areas due to noise. We have lived in houses that work entirely on solar energy, and as long as the systems work properly we are very comfortable and happy with it. Homes that do not ensure access to electricity will not be eligible.

• Comfortable workspaces. We require at least two comfortable workspaces equipped with suitable tables or desks and chairs to accommodate our remote work needs.

• Internet connectivity. Reliable internet connectivity is crucial for our work, with a minimum upload/download speed of 20 MB and a latency of less than 200 Mbps. If you’re unsure about your connectivity, you can test it here

• Living space. A comfortable living space with separate sleeping quarters, a comfortable double bed, at least one bathroom, and a kitchen equipped with cooking essentials are necessary. We do not accept single-room accommodations.

• Easy access to public transport and nearby markets (within a 5-minute walk) is preferred. Alternatively, if transportation is not readily available, you must provide us with our own vehicle. We hold international driver’s licenses and have experience driving in various countries. we have already driven vehicles that the owners provided us on previous assignments.

• Proximity to poins of interest. We prefer homes located within a 30-minute drive from:
  • Cities or towns with cultural significance: museums, historical/arquitectural sites, shows; or
  • Nature: mountains, beaches, forests, natural reserves.

• Emergency fund deposit. To address any unforeseen contingencies during our stay, we require a cash deposit equivalent to USD 200. This deposit will be kept in a sealed envelope within the house, and we will provide receipts for any expenses incurred. Open and fluent communication will be maintained with you in such cases.

• Adittional housekeeping services. For houses larger than 50 m2, you’ll need to arrange for a cleaning service once a week or every 15 days.

• Garden/Pool Maintenance. If your property includes a garden/yard or a pool, you’ll be responsible for arranging regular maintenance services. We are available to receive the individuals who will come to perform these tasks.

What we DO NOT accept

• Internal Surveillance Systems. We do not accept properties equipped with internal surveillance systems as we prioritize maintaining our privacy.

• Strict or Complex Protocols: We prefer to avoid any complications that may arise from overly strict or complex protocols or instructions for the use of spaces or devices in the house.

Minimum and maximum duration for House Sitting

We prefer medium and long-term House Sitting arrangements. This entails a minimum duration of 2 weeks and a maximum of 3 months. Ideally, we prefer stays ranging from 30 to 45 days. However, if your absence exceeds 90 days (3 months) or falls below 15 days (2 weeks), we are open to negotiating alternative arrangements.

What´s included in our House Sitting service?

• Continuous occupation of the house: As remote workers, we spend the majority of our time in the house.

• Regular maintenance of the house: We handle any situations related to our daily use of the house, maintaining order and basic cleanliness throughout our stay.

• Normal use of the house resources: We utilize house resources as needed. However, if there are any restrictions or specific parameters for use (such as air conditioning usage), please inform us in advance to avoid any unforeseen expenses.

• Regular updates: We provide regular updates on the status of your home, or as often as you request, to keep you informed and reassured.
• Management of services that require human intervention:
  • Answering contacts/phone calls
  • Receiving correspondence
  • Managing domestic services
  • Assisting with door access for repair services

• Optional Services (Available at Additional Cost):
  • Domestic tasks such as deep cleaning, car washing, and gardening
  • Pool maintenance
  • Caring for pets

What´s NOT included in our House Sitting service?

• Constant Presence at Home: We do not stay at home 100% of the time, as we also explore the surrounding areas during our free time.

• Household Expenses: Expenses related to the daily use of the house and our stay, including food, taxes, and household services (such as electricity, gas, internet, etc.), are not included in our service.

• Specialized Tasks: We do not undertake specialized tasks such as deep cleaning of the house, gardening, pool maintenance, electrical repairs, repair of electronic devices, etc. If you need any of these, please get in touch to evaluate your needs and proposal.

How much does our House Sitting service cost?

Our service is offered with no fees or additional/hidden costs. We propose an exchange of services or favors with you. In essence, we pledge to care for your house as if it were our own, and in return, you provide us with a suitable space to stay during our time in your area of residence, tailored to our needs.

Ready to get started? The next steps are…

We want you to feel safe and comfortable with our service, which is why we offer the following steps to ensure an effective exchange:

• Contact Us: Reach out to us via WhatsApp and ask any questions you may have.

• Video Call: If you’re interested in proceeding once we´ve spoked a little by wapp, we’ll suggest coordinating a video call to “meet” each other. During this call, you can share details about your home, as well as your expectations in your absence. We’ll also request a tour of the available spaces in your house.

• Service Coordination: If the proposal aligns with our mutual expectations, we’ll coordinate the details of the service, including any additional information required to fulfill the assignment.
• Arrival Coordination: Based on our experience, we recommend coordinating our arrival at least a few hours before your departure. This allows us to explore the house with you and address any questions or concerns regarding daily operations or potential contingencies.

We eagerly await your contact so we can begin this journey together!