We are looking for a house and pet sitter for 5 weeks this coming March/April for our 16 Ha (40 acre) hobby farm. Non-smokers preferred. Definitely no smoking inside the house. House is on one level with 5 steps up to garage. Well insulated, double brick, north facing passive solar supplemented by underfloor heating when required. Solar hot water with electric backup. Easy to clean - built in vacuum cleaner, slate floors lounge/kitchen, carpeted bedrooms. Our 7 year old beagle requires walking on a lead each day for about an hour, as she cannot be let loose - her nose takes charge and she is away chasing rabbits, kangaroos and anything else with an interesting smell. Other requirements: mow grass around house, using ride-on mower, and keep garden free of weeds. There are three horses on agistment, looked after by their owner who visits daily from Canberra. Own transport essential - plenty of space for car and caravan. Less than 10 min drive to Hall district wineries and half an hour to Murrumbateman wineries.