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The Quiet Carer

72, Retired Picture Framer/artist

Hello
I am a young fit recently retired self-employed picture framer. I have been house sitting for husband and wife vicars for several years and also for a lady with two cocker spaniel dogs.

After 55 years work (mainly self employed) I am looking forward to some time for me. My husband died 7 years ago and my dad who brought me up as a single parent, died 6 years ago aged 95. I have no children.

I will travel and house sit with a couple of books and a small watercolour paintbox and will have plenty of time for pet care.

References are available.
Phone me if you want to chat



Reviews (7)
Barbara is a first class house/pet sitter! My fur babies love her ! We would not have anyone else ! Very professional lady ! We love her
 
SAMANTHA (Norwich England, Jul 2023 - 2 weeks)
Barbara is such a lovely lady who recently looked after our little old lady Jack Russell. I was quite anxious about leaving her but I shouldn’t have been, Barbara was brilliant with her even when she didn’t settle the first night. After that initial night she was fine and enjoyed spending time with Barbara in the garden and Barbara looked after her fabulously. Our Jack Russell enjoyed it so much, that when we arrived home she looked for Barbara around the house that night. Barbara kept me ... MORE
 
LYNNE (Newport , Sep 2024 - 2 weeks 5 nights)
Barbara is an amazing person it has been a joy to spend a couple of days with her before and after my time away from home. Little Bertie my Chihuahua was soon at home with her choosing to sit on her lap unbidden almost immediately.. During my absence we communicated regularly, I received photos and updates regarding outings and Bertie’s wellbeing. Barbara is a competent innovative reliable person, I look forward to her returning later in the year.
 
ROSEANNA (Mynyddygarreg , Feb 2024 - 2 weeks 2 nights)
Barbara is a lovely lady, Would definitely recommend. She was loved by all our brood! Us included! She's thoughtful, kind and funny too. A very trusted house sitter indeed :)
 
NICOLA (Abergavenny Wales, Sep 2023 - 1 week 1 night)
Barbara, ls an excellent sitter, very friendly and down to earth. We knew mabel would be in safe hands, while we were away. She looked after our home and mabel very well. The house was immaculate. When we arrived back from our holiday. And mabel had been well cared for, in fact she went above and beyond house sitting duties. And I would highly recommend her. She will be looking after our home again next February. Sbe arrived as a stranger and left as a friend. If I could give her ten stars. ... MORE
 
VAL (Liverpool England, Jul 2023 - 3 weeks 3 days)
Barbara kindly visited us again for a short stay. Thank you for coming, Barbara! Jane Cat was obviously happy and healthy with your care. Thanks again!
 
JOANNA (London n5 , Apr 2023 - 5 days - 1 of 2 endorsements from this owner )
We were so pleased that Barbara could come to London at short notice to look after our sprightly tabby, Jane. Thank you, Barbara, for easy communication and for leaving our house in pristine condition! Jane was, no doubt, very happy for your company in our absence. All the very best with your watercolours and travels!
 
JOANNA (London , Jan 2023 - 5 days - 2 of 2 endorsements from this owner )
 
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