Spend some time in beautiful Vermont: Come sit for eight sheep

West Pawlet, VT, US
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Dates

Marcus
Pet parent

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Introduction

My wife and I own a small hobby farm where we have eight sheep and a guard llama. The farm is for fun: we grow grapes and have grown hemp in the past (and we have bees). It's a beautiful setting and relaxing!

Home & location

Beautiful timber frame home on 10 rolling acres with great views and a stocked pond. All new appliances, A/C, Internet...this place melts your stress away. Adjacent to the Vermont rail trail for biking, hiking....great sunset views from

houseHousemountainMountainscountrysideCountrysideNot accessible by public transport

Amenities

Amenities

Bedroom

Beds

KingQueenDoubleSingle

Clothes storage

WardrobeDrawers

Bedding and pillows

Internet & Office

Wifi

High-speed

Dedicated workspace

Desk

Kitchen

Stove

Gas

Oven

Microwave

Coffee maker

Toaster

Kettle

Fridge

Freezer

Dishwasher

Blender

Cooking basics

Pots, pans, cutlery, glasses, oil, salt & pepper

Heating & Cooling

Air conditioning

Heating

CentralFireplace

Bathroom

Bath

Shower

Shampoo

Hairdryer

Bathroom essentials

Towels, toilet paper, soap

Outdoor Spaces & Leisure

Scenic views

Garden

Patio

Outdoor dining area

Barbecue

Parking & Transport

Parking

Free off-street parking

Sitters can use your bike

Seating Areas

Sofa

Dining area

Entertainment

TV

Streaming servicesCable / SatelliteStandard TV

Safety & Security

Fire alarm

Fire extinguisher

Carbon monoxide alarm

First aid kit

Cleaning

Washer

Dryer

Vacuum cleaner

Wifi (High-speed)Free off-street parkingScenic viewsGardenPatio

Responsibilities

It's pretty easy... the eight sheep and llama just need water and hay daily , and just to be checked up on periodically to make sure all is well. The lambs are young (less than two years) and the llama is a guard animal who is sweet and

Meet the pets

  • farm animal

Sitter reviews (7)

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Valerie

I loved my time in Pawlet Vermont caring for Candy the llama (the ringleader) and Marcus’ four very rare & affectionate sheep. Marcus’ house is extremely

    Stayed · 25 May - 30 May 2023
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    Kate

    Marcus's house was lovely and the animals were an absolute delight. There is a rails to trails path right below the house and between the stars at night and

      Stayed · 12 Dec - 17 Dec 2022
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      Aleta J

      Marcus provided all the info needed to assure I could continue the care of his animals in very good stead...and when there was the odd "hiccup" along the

        Stayed · 25 Nov - 03 Dec 2022
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        Tereson

        I had a lovely experience sitting for Marcus. The sheep were lovable as was the llama. Fairly easy work. His house was incredibly comfortable making it a

          Stayed · 16 Nov - 20 Nov 2022
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          Nirav

          It is just barely 24 hours since we returned from West Pawlet and we already miss the boys, th0se 3 wonderful sheep and their Llama mama who not only guards

            Stayed · 28 Oct - 03 Nov 2022

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