House Sitting
Keeping your home safe and cared for while you're away.
From regular home checks to overnight and around-the-clock care, we look after your home, pets and everyday needs while you’re away.
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HOUSE SITTING IN JHB
More Than Just House Sitting
Reliable care for your home and pets while you’re away.
Looking for trusted house sitting in Johannesburg? Guilt Free Getaways provides personalised house sitting designed to keep your home secure and your pets comfortable while you’re away. We take care of the everyday details, from feeding and walks to watering plants and keeping your home looking lived-in.
We’re here for homeowners looking for reliable house sitting in Johannesburg for holidays, business trips, weekends away, family visits, moving house and other times when you want the reassurance of having someone you trust staying in your home.
YOUR HOME, WELL CARED FOR
A Home That’s Cared For While You’re Away
Our house sitting service gives you peace of mind knowing your home is being looked after while you’re away. From keeping your home secure to caring for your pets and everyday household details, we help keep things running as usual.
- Someone staying in your home
- Pet care and companionship
- Plants watered
- Home security and presence
- Basic household care
- Regular updates while you’re away
HOUSE SITTING SERVICES
Choose the Home & Pet Care That Suits You
Whether you need someone to check in while you’re away, stay overnight in your home or look after your pets while you’re away, we have an option to suit your needs.
House Sitting Check-Ins
Regular visits to keep your home safe & cared for while you’re away.
Whether you need someone to pop in for a feed while you’re away, your pet struggles being left alone, is recovering and needs supervision, or needs extra exercise and stimulation while busy, we’ll provide the right care for their needs.
Best For:
- Short Getaways
- Home Security
- Plants & Garden
- Basic Home Care
Overnight House Sitting
Someone you trust staying in your home while you’re away.
While you’re away, your sitter stays overnight and spends time with your pet during the day while attending work, errands or commitments. Ideal for independent pets comfortable spending some time alone.
Best For:
- Holidays Away
- Home Security
- Overnight Presence
- Home Care
House Sitting & Pet Care
Looking after your pets in their own home while you’re away.
While you’re away, your sitter stays with your pet day and night, providing feeding, play, companionship and ongoing care. They remain at home throughout your time away, only leaving for short periods when necessary.
Best For:
- Dogs & Cats
- Pets Needing Company
- Home Care
- Pet-Specific Care
Looking for peace of mind while you're away?
10+
Years of Trusted Pet & Home Care
5k +
Pets & Homes Cared For
CARE BEYOND THE BASICS
More Than Just Someone Staying Home
From keeping your home secure to caring for your pets, plants and everyday household tasks, we make sure everything is taken care of while you're away.
- Personalised care around your home
- Security checks and peace of mind
- Pet care in their familiar surroundings
- Plants, garden and household tasks
- Regular updates while you're away
Security
Checking doors, windows, gates and alarms to make sure everything is secure.
Plants & Garden
Exercise Watering plants and taking care of agreed garden needs while you're away.
Pet Care
Read real reviews from homeowners who have trusted us with their homes while they've been away.
Household Tasks
Putting bins out, bringing them in and taking care of other agreed everyday tasks.
Updates
Messages and regular updates so you know your home & pets are safe.
Back Up Care
If your sitter is unexpectedly unavailable, we’ll arrange a suitable replacement.
WHAT TO EXPECT
From Handing Over to Coming Home
Here’s what you can expect from our house sitting service while you’re away.
Before Your Leave
Before you leave, we'll collect everything we need to know about your home, pets, routines, security and any household responsibilities while you’re away.
Meeting & Handover
Before you leave, we'll meet you and your pets to discuss their routines, your home and everything you need. You'll show us around and ask questions.
While You’re Away
We'll care for your pets, keep your home secure, water plants and manage agreed household tasks, while providing regular updates for peace of mind.
CUSTOMER EXPERIENCES
Home Care You Can Count On
Hear from homeowners who have trusted us to care for their homes and pets while they’ve been away.
I felt completely comfortable knowing someone trustworthy was staying in my home. Everything was kept safe, secure and tidy, and my pets were happy and well cared for when I returned.
T Williams
Guilt Free Getaways gave me complete peace of mind while I was away. My home was well looked after, and my pets received plenty of love, attention and care throughout my time away.
L Mokoena
I couldn’t have asked for much better overall house sitting service. They followed my pets’ routines, kept me updated and took great care of my home. I would happily use them again.
R Naidoo
NEED TO KNOW
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the things you may want to know before booking house sitting with us. From pet care and home security to routines, updates and household responsibilities, we’re here to make your time away comfortable and stress-free.
Our house sitting service includes caring for your home and pets while you’re away. This can include feeding, walks, companionship, watering plants, bringing in mail and other agreed household tasks.
Yes. House sitting means staying in your home while you’re away, providing a regular presence and helping your pets remain comfortable in their familiar surroundings.
Yes. We can care for dogs, cats and other household pets as part of your house sitting arrangement. We’ll follow their usual routines and individual care requirements.
Absolutely. We’ll follow the instructions you provide for feeding, walks, medication, playtime, bedtime and any other routines that help your pets feel comfortable.
Yes. We can take care of agreed tasks such as watering plants, bringing in mail, keeping things tidy and maintaining your home while you’re away.
Having someone staying in your home provides a regular presence while you’re away. We’ll follow your security instructions and ensure your home is cared for responsibly throughout the stay.
Yes. We can keep you updated about your pets and home during the house sitting period, giving you peace of mind while you’re away.
Get in touch with us with your dates, location, pets and house sitting requirements. We’ll discuss what you need and arrange the next steps with you.
Ready to Book Your House Sitter?
Reliable care for your home and pets while you’re away.
Enjoy peace of mind knowing your home is cared for, your pets stay comfortable in familiar surroundings and their usual routines are maintained while you’re away.