Caring person/people (non-smoking) needed for 2 weeks from 11th May for two weeks to look after two cats and a detached house and garden in a village in southern Alsace close to the border with Switzerland. Rural surroundings with lovely views and beautiful walks with public transport to the Swiss city of Basel, the nearest large town (30 mins). The resident cats,Pegasus and Cosmo, are both very friendly although Cosmo is a little shy at first. The garden is well maintained (no lawns to mow) and the main jobs would be watering and generally keeping things tidy. The house has all the usual appliances i.e. dishwasher, washing machine and there is a weekly cleaner who speaks English. A car is available. Lovely Alsace countryside with picturesque towns, e.g. Colmar and Riquewihr, within easy reach. The border with Germany only approx 10 miles (16km) - Freiburg and the Black Forest about one hour away. All of Switzerland is easily reachable by car or the excellent Swiss public transport network. Basel/Mulhouse Airport mins.