Long-term house & pet sitting
Your animals at home, your home in good hands
Sits of ten nights or more across Andalucía, so your pets keep their routine and your house stays lived in while you’re away.
- Fully insured in Spain
- Free meet and greet
- Since 2016
What I look after
Pets, smallholdings and the house itself
Dogs and cats
I’ve been surrounded by animals all my life. My parents ran a kennels and cattery, and our own household ranged from Cairn terriers to Briards, Somali cats, rabbits, and my beautiful corn snake, Amelia. Walks, feeding, medication and the small habits that keep them settled come naturally.
Horses and smallholdings
I grew up on a Somerset farm with its own stable yard and kept horses as a teenager. Yard work, turnout and the odd hen are all welcome.
The house itself
Security, plants and garden, post, deliveries, bins, and liaising with gardeners or pool cleaners. Everything left as you’d want to find it.
Reviews
What owners say
Bonnie & Beau
“Anastasia has consistently proven to be reliable and punctual, always showing up on time and ready. She’s incredibly attentive to my dogs’ needs and she tailors her care to each dog’s unique personality and preferences, ensuring they feel comfortable and loved. Her calm demeanor and genuine love for animals have made her a favorite among my pets.”
Ingrid
Jackie & Daisy
“Anastasia has looked after my 2 dogs on numerous occasions from 1 week to 3 weeks whilst we have been away. The dogs love her and we always felt totally confident that both the dogs and our house were in very capable hands.”
Janet
Oakley
“We have known Anastasia for c.4 years now. Anastasia has looked after our dog, Oakley, on a number of occasions and has always been super flexible with dates and timings. She has always kept us updated during trips on how Oakley is doing, and our house has always been looked after really well. We would highly recommend Anastasia.”
Rob
Wilf & Jasper
“She lived at our house, giving them the attention they needed and allowing the dogs’ usual routines to be maintained. They were never alone for longer than four hours. This allowed us to go abroad for a wedding, and whilst we had a great time, I think our two dogs had a far better time with Anastasia. Our two absolutely loved her, and in fact, we have already booked again.”
Sarah
How it works
Booking a sit
- Tell me about the sit
Your pets, your home and your rough dates, using the form below.
- Meet and greet
A free, no-obligation visit or call, so I can meet the animals and learn their routines.
- You get a quote
Priced for your sit: the animals, the length of stay and anything special.
- You go away
Updates as often as you like, from emergencies only to daily photos.
About me
Hi, I’m Anastasia
Before house sitting, I spent twenty years in hospitality: as Maître d’ on luxury cruise ships with Seabourn and Regent, and in Michelin-starred restaurants in the UK, Copenhagen and California. It’s work where details matter and nothing is left to chance.
I started house sitting in 2016 to fill the gaps between ship contracts, and went full-time in 2020, launching Somerset House Sitters. Now I’m bringing that experience to my new home on the Altiplano de Granada, in Andalucía. I still spend time in the UK, so I’m happy to talk about sits in either country.
Questions
Good to know
Are you insured?
Yes. I’m fully insured in Spain for both house sitting and pet sitting.
Do you stay overnight?
Yes. I live in your home for the whole sit, so your pets have round-the-clock company and the house stays secure.
Can you give medication?
Yes, oral and topical medication as instructed. If your pet needs injections or more specialist care, tell me when you enquire and we’ll discuss it.
What if my pet becomes unwell?
I’ll contact you or your emergency contact straight away, and take them to your vet if needed.
How does the deposit work?
A 25% non-refundable deposit secures sits of up to 14 days, and 50% for longer sits. The balance is due before the sit starts.
Do you take bookings over Christmas and New Year?
Yes, though these dates book up early and may carry an additional charge.
Enquire
Request a quote
Tell me a little about your pets and your home, and I’ll reply within two to three days.
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