#housesitting Dec 5, 2012 apx 5months United States southampton western MA hampshire Massachusetts

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Small, secluded, log home in rural town in an older neighborhood on seven wooded acres. Near the five college area. [15-25 minutes] [Smith, Amherst, Mount Holyoke] with two floors, one bedroom, [queen-sized foam mattress ][ a large empty closet and drawers available] upstairs bathroom [shower only] deck, oil heat with backup wood stove, soapstone, oak floors, open layout, dishwasher, ceramic top electric stove, Small appliances, washer and dryer. There are two TVs'. There is high speed, wireless internet, expanded cable TV, a DVD player, The furnishings and floors are functional, rustic and fairly durable. Trash must be taken to the town dump on an as needed basis. There are State parks nearby, convenient shopping and services. Close to Northampton (rich in art, music, theater, alternate lifestyles), and a huge diverse restaurant selection. Close to Springfield and Westfield. Easy access to Interstate 91 and the Mass Pike (4 miles from the house) Hartford is about 40 mins. away, Boston is an hour and a half. New York, two and a half hours. Lenox and Berkshire areas [ ski areas] an hour. There are many small rural farm towns easily accessible also. There are many towns with connecting bike paths. Property has established perennial gardens, relaxed landscaping, wildlife, birds, near woodland trails for hiking, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, biking, walking, jogging, and boating. There are neighbors near the house but, they are out of sight. All window views are forest and trees. House duties would include raking property in Spring.[apx acre cleared around the house] [leaves are disposed of on the property] All completed before the daffodils put on their show. [usually finished by Easter] or, supervise a raker. Long driveway is plowed, after storms are done, but the path to the house [apx. 50 ft.] needs to be shoveled and kept safe with either ashes or sand, Keeping bird feeder supplied is if you want to There is a small indoor cat to care for. The cat has a brief morning routine, isn't talkative and fairly well behaved. the cat can be left alone for a few days at a time, so you can travel.. for longer periods the person downstairs will check on her. We do have a long term person who lives in our walk out basement area. He has a full time day job. He is quiet, keeps to himself, is very low noise, but is also interesting and friendly. He is respectful of our space, and we are of his. He keeps his path shoveled. He is a good neighbor. He would be available to help in house issues trouble shooting, and questions about the area if need be. He does share the washer dryer in our space, once o a week.

Expenses. i am asking 400.00 a month. this includes all utilities [ heat electricity cable, internet.] Any supplies used replenished with-in reason. The house will be left reasonably clean for you, and I would like it to be returned in the same condition. this is an easy house sit.. no plants. i am basically looking for someone to occupy the house, i am not fussy as to how you choose to live as long as you respect the tenants space in both noise and privacy] A small security deposit would be required to guarantee this.[150.00] We do have a house cleaner available [for hire] if you choose. This is a good situation for someone who is looking for a low key, quiet lifestyle; one who enjoys nature, gardens and simplicity [earthy crunchy]. You will need to be sure footed and physically able. And you will need reliable transportation for snowy hills. [There is no bus service.] Because the house is also occupied, you can take short trips or work in the area. A cell phone would be needed.. Communication would be via. Internet and Skype. Money transfers by online banking are preferred. Both to and from. We stay in rural Mexico and due to some conditions aren't immediately available for questions and problem solving. There some room for flexibility on the dates. this could also become a roomate permanent situation.. a house share on a permanent basis. the dates for housesitting are also flexable if you are willing to share the house with me for a few weeks.. A well behaved dog if you have one could be accomidated.


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