Very limited, but we are quick learners and not afraid of hard work. Linn has been horseriding since childhood and have plenty of experience of looking after horses. Matt has looked after chickens on several occasions. For other farm animals we would need a bit more information but would take the task very seriously and make sure we knew what we were doing to give your animals the best care possible.
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England: East Midlands, Greater London, South East, South West, West Midlands
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2025: 2-23 Feb
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Linn
35, Actor/Singer/Theatremaker/Teacher
33, Actor/Teacher
Hello, I'm a Swedish/Dutch actor, singer/songwriter and theatremaker based in London. I love animals, people, travelling, nature and learning new things which is why housesitting would be a perfect way to do so alongside my freelance career. As a freelancer I tend to be free when other people are working, which generally works out well timing wise! I grew up with a pet rabbit and cat, and dogs by proxy through my best friend who was totally surrounded by dogs in every possible way :) I'm currently dog sitting a lovely dachshund who lives nearby and am always up for helping out with pets. I've ridden horses since the age of 10 and would know how to look after one as long as I had clear instructions.
As a person I'm genuine, curious, open and responsible (somewhere between the "here I am" culture of the Netherlands and "let's be respectful" culture of Sweden!). When I'm not busy being creative, I teach acting and have a background working as a facilitator with vulnerable adults, refugees and young people from deprived backgrounds. It might sound silly, but I find my training and experience in facilitation has also improved my skills with animals. Whether working with people or pets - I believe it's all about non-judgemental patience, kindness, clarity, responsibility, structure and playfulness. :)
My husband Matt is originally from Yorkshire and also an actor, theatre maker and teacher. He is great with people, animals and plants and puts in a lot of care in all his endeavours. When Matt's not doing yoga, programming or something creative he reads books, books and more books.
We have both done house sitting and pet sitting before for both friends, and strangers.
We would love to connect and look forward to hearing from you!
For references I have a signed document from previous host on Housesitters UK which I'm happy to send over upon request. Feel free to check out our references on Couchsurfing - link available on request.
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE CURRENTLY UNABLE TO DO ANY SITS OUTSIDE OF GREATER LONDON DUE TO WORK COMMITMENTS.
Reviews (1)
From the outset, I felt that this was going to be a really good match for us and for Django...it most definitely was! Linn and Matt are a fabulous, relaxed couple, which meant Django was instantly at ease - and they love walking, which was also great for him. They were totally competent interacting with him, so he was happy to follow their lead. We therefore had a great break, confident that Django and our home were in excellent hands. The relationship felt more like family - so we look forward ... MOREFrom the outset, I felt that this was going to be a really good match for us and for Django...it most definitely was! Linn and Matt are a fabulous, relaxed couple, which meant Django was instantly at ease - and they love walking, which was also great for him. They were totally competent interacting with him, so he was happy to follow their lead. We therefore had a great break, confident that Django and our home were in excellent hands. The relationship felt more like family - so we look forward to having Linn and Matt here again.
HELEN (Cambridge England, Dec 2024 - 4 nights)
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From the outset, I felt that this was going to be a really good match for us and for Django...it most definitely was! Linn and Matt are a fabulous, relaxed couple, which meant Django was instantly at ease - and they love walking, which was also great for him. They were totally competent interacting with him, so he was happy to follow their lead. We therefore had a great break, confident that Django and our home were in excellent hands. The relationship felt more like family - so we look forward ... MORE
