Name: House-sitting in Sainte-Foy-la-Grande
Brand: nomador
SKU: nomador
Rating: 4,8 (4557 reviews)

Needs and animals

Pet-sitting | Animals with specific needs | 2 Dogs

We have a pair of boxers: mother age 5 [Bella], and son age 3.5 [Zorro]. They are both very affectionate, and accustomed to being with a human pretty much 24/7. They can be left for a few hours, but not a whole day. It should be noted that the dogs sleep with us: that's to say in the bedroom, but never on the bed. In fact, being on the furniture is forbidden (but that doesn't stop them from being sneaky when we're out, or asleep!) Bella has recently undergone major surgery her left rear leg, but has recovered well and presented no problems. However, we're aware that the right one is similarly affected, so we're keeping an eye on her (ACL issues). Zorro suffered the loss of his right eye at 9 months as a result of being hit by a post-van. This has made him very fearful of pretty much everything, but wheeled anything in particular. They are always walked separately in town, or in unknown areas/areas frequented by other dogs. Their two "long" walks (30-40 mins each, on average) are off-lead in the countryside, while two short toilet breaks a day occur …

We have a pair of boxers: mother age 5 [Bella], and son age 3.5 [Zorro]. They are both very affectionate, and accustomed to being with a human pretty much 24/7. They can be left for a few hours, but not a whole day. It should be noted that the dogs sleep with us: that's to say in the bedroom, but never on the bed. In fact, being on the furniture is forbidden (but that doesn't stop them from being sneaky when we're out, or asleep!) Bella has recently undergone major surgery her left rear leg, but has recovered well and presented no problems. However, we're aware that the right one is similarly affected, so we're keeping an eye on her (ACL issues). Zorro suffered the loss of his right eye at 9 months as a result of being hit by a post-van. This has made him very fearful of pretty much everything, but wheeled anything in particular. They are always walked separately in town, or in unknown areas/areas frequented by other dogs. Their two "long" walks (30-40 mins each, on average) are off-lead in the countryside, while two short toilet breaks a day occur close to the house, so this is an ideal sit for couples, a family or friends. Simultaneous walks are only possible if there are 2 people to walk them, and this is something that we normally do only last thing at night for the "pee-run" before bed. They have a tendency to "wind each other up," and are particularly fit/strong (Bella 32kg, Zorro 37kg). That said, they're pretty good on-lead, with the notable exception being when a cat is glimpsed, and then you will quickly be aware of their physicality! Feeding is twice daily: after the morning and afternoon walks. They're fed in separate spaces, only because Bella's an utter pig, and Zorro can be a bit funny about his food. He often doesn't want to eat when he's given his food, and then hides his bowl under the rug, or buries it under toys until he's ready! Bella knows better than to touch his bowl. But she will nick any treats/bones/bread crusts that he puts down. We'd appreciate having the plants watered (pots on the terrace, and indoors) as and when necessary.

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Additional information about these dates

We're taking a 2-week road trip, with firm dates in the middle of the period to meet US-based family in Portugal. So, a bit of travel time/latitude/flexibility on our side for start/end dates.

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House

A 13th century half-timbered (colombage) house forming part of the defensive riverside wall in the first bastide to be created in SW France. The house is mix-purpose, with one half given over to holiday rentals (ground and half of 1st floor), with owner accommodation spread over the remainder of the first floor, and the entirety of the 2nd floor. A totally secluded 2nd floor terrace overlooking the river offers amazing views. There is no garden! A reasonable variety of small shops, boulangeries, bars and restaurants are 300m away, and a large, vibrant weekly farmers market occurs every Saturday morning. There are several supermarkets less than 2km from the property.

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Apartment | Village | View on the countryside

The terrace [north facing) has charcoal BBQ, chiminea, and electric plancha for outdoor living, and a generous roller-blind for shade. The wifi signal has been boosted to give good cover on the terrace. We have both French and UK TV, and a large selection of DVDs and books.

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Comfort and Luxury

Living space between 150 and 500 m²
Garden of less than 20 m²
2 floors
4 rooms including 2 bedrooms
Terrace
Works of art
Kitchen
Television

Living space between 150 and 500 m²
Garden of less than 20 m²
2 floors
4 rooms including 2 bedrooms
Terrace
Works of art
Kitchen
Television
Dishwasher
Internet access
Washing machine
Private garden
Market
Supermarket
Doctor nearby
Drugstore
Hospital
Veterinarian
Near a train station
Accessible by air

The house is riverside (the Dordogne), on the edge of an historic town of approximately 2,500 residents. While literally on the edge of the town, most shopping needs are readily accessible - and one of the best weekly farmers markets in France takes place 300m from the house on Saturday mornings. The house is on fibre optic, so if you're a digital nomad looking for what you need for work, you're probably OK here! There's a good cinema in town that offers a wide range of films in both original versions (VO) and translated/dubbed/subtitled (normally into English) Life here is tranquil.

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Tourism and Leisure

Located in the heart of the Perigord, and Nouvelle Aquitaine, there's just so much to see if you're into history. And wine. Lots of wine, There's really too much to even mention! There's a reasonable food scene, and a reasonably active artist/artisan community, too.

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Location

Community opinion

Dayna J. From Georgia, USA

Gray, United States - August 2024

Great location on the Dordogne river and walking distance into town...the market is about a two minute walk away! Zorro and Bella are definitely a handful but sweet and loving. They love a good pet and a cuddle and they love their treats. The space where I stayed was beautiful, it was an entire sweet a floor below the main house and it was really nice and peaceful. All in all I enjoyed staying with and caring for Alex's boxers and getting to spend a little time with Alex before she left for her trip. We are planning to see each other in the future and I am looking forward to it. Thank you Alex.

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Glenda L.

Victoria Point, Australia - June 2024

Alexandra made me feel very welcome, it was like catching up with an old friend. She is a little dynamite, always on the go. I had a lovely room and bathroom with views of the river. Alexandra's home is in a quaint village so it's within walking distance to patisseries and other unique shops. The market is held every Saturday for all your fruit, vegies, wine, and more. I had a wonderful time caring for Zorro, he is an affectionate dog and is a real character, some of his actions just made me laugh. We enjoyed our walks around the lake and in the grape vines where he could roam free, roll in the grass, go for a swim, and do his commando crawl. I highly recommend Alexandra to future house sitters, you won't be disappointed.

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Wendy b.

San Diego, United States - October 2023

Alex and Loïc are excellent home and pet owners who love their dogs, their, work and their community. They provide everything needed to care for their for their happy, affectionate boxers, Bella and Zorro. They shop locally and think globally, a very environmentally responsible couple, which helps us all no matter where we live. I would take care of their dogs anytime and recommend them to any house sitter.

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About the host

This stay is proposed by Alexandra H.

Sainte-Foy-la-Grande

Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France

From the 22 May to the 3 Jun 24

Fixed dates

2 Dogs

This host has already used Nomador 3 times!

Sainte-Foy-la-Grande

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