We live in Behrens Ranch, a newer, well maintained community that has hiking trails, a pool and other amenities. Our home has two stories and four bdrms/four baths. It is in excellent condition and has a large back porch and nice backyard. Housesitter will have access to a car (provided s/he has a clean driving record/insurance), a big screen tv/entertainment system, computer/internet, Wii and other features. We have a monitored security system and friendly, aware neighbors. The chosen housesitter must be willing to care for a small dog (non-shedding Havanese), a cat and kitten, and two caged, gentle ferrets. All the animals require daily food and water. Additionally, the dog requires one daily walk, the cat, kitten and ferrets require daily play and litter box cleaning. All of the animals get along and may play together. We have a lawn service but the housesitter will be expected to clean up after themselves and water plants. No extra fees for average utility use. We are about 25 minutes from downtown Austin, 10 minutes from downtown Round Rock, minutes from stores and restaurants. References required, pet lover a must and background check will be conducted. We will consider single people, couples and small families. We have children and all the items associated with them for the selected housesitter's use. Thank you.