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Karen Sturzaker Luxury Pet & House Sitting
Trusted care for exceptional homes
Your home is more than a house - it’s your sanctuary.
I provide discreet, professional house and pet sitting for homeowners who value trust, reliability, and complete peace of mind while they travel.
With consistent five-star reviews and experience caring for beautiful homes, you can travel knowing everything at home is quietly and thoughtfully taken care of.
My clients know their homes are respected, their pets are loved, and everything runs smoothly while they are away.
Premium House Sitting
A calm, trusted presence in your home while you travel.
• Security and presence in the home
• Mail collection and property care
• Plant care and garden basics
• Maintaining routines and household systems
• Immediate communication if anything arises
Loving Pet Care
Consistent routines and attentive care for your pets.
• Daily walks and enrichment
• Feeding routines followed precisely
• Medication if required
• Companionship and attention
• Updates and photos so you can relax while away
Discreet Home Care
Ideal for beautiful homes and frequent travellers.
• Respectful use of the home
• Careful attention to security
• Maintenance coordination if needed
• Calm, reliable presence in your home
What I Offer
The greatest luxury while travelling is knowing everything at home is in safe hands
Meet Karen
Karen Sturzaker is an experienced international house and pet sitter with a professional background in leadership and education.
Having worked in senior roles including Technical Director at Mott MacDonald and Senior Project Director at the Australian Council for Educational Research, Karen brings a high level of responsibility, discretion and organisation to every home she cares for.
She has built an outstanding reputation through platforms such as Trusted Housesitters, earning consistent 5-star reviews from homeowners who value calm, capable and trustworthy care for their homes and beloved animals.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Oscar: RYDER, San Francisco
I’m so grateful that Karen came across my ad! She was incredibly attentive to Ryder and took excellent care of her. When I returned, the apartment was spotless, which was a wonderful bonus. I felt completely stress-free during my trip, knowing Ryder was in such good hands. I would love to have Karen pet sit for Ryder again and I recommend her without a doubt!
Rachel: Kev, London
Karen was amazing, very organised and she read through all my guide for taking care of my house and baby while I was away, I felt really comfortable with her immediately I knew she would be a great fit for Kevin. The house was spotless when I came home and Kev was very cared for, I would highly recommend
Kim: SAMSON, San Carlos
I cannot possibly say enough about Karen's care of Samson and our home. She is top notch! Incredibly reliable, responsive, loving and patient with an aging boy - we have already asked her back! 5 stars all around.
"My clients value the peace and mind that comes from having a responsible professional living in their home while they travel"
Locations
I offer house sitting in:
Melbourne (December - April)
Returning to Melbourne each Australian summer, I work with a small number of select clients who want a dependable long-term sitter.
United Kingdom
As a dual-citizen, I regularly accept sits throughout the UK.
Europe (future availability)
Once my Irish passport is finalised, I will begin accepting sits across Europe
PREMIUM SERVICE RATES
DAILY:
$90 - 120 AUD (Melbourne)
£75 - 110 (UK)
Weekly bookings available for longer sits
Custom quotes available depending on pets, location and responsibilities
Pricing Plan
Estate Care
$180–200 per night
Ideal for larger homes or multiple pets
Includes:
• premium house presence
• property monitoring
• detailed care routines
• longer booking priority
Signature Care
$150 per night
(most popular)
Includes:
• all Essential services
• daily pet updates
• extended pet companionship
• additional home oversight
Essential Care
$120 per night
Perfect for short trips
Includes:
• overnight house sitting
• pet care and walks
• mail and plant care
Premium Service Rates
Why Clients Choose Me
Availability
Enquire About A Booking
My services are positioned as a premium house-sitting experience.
My rates reflect the level of care, responsibility and professionalism provided.
Clients consistently choose me because they want more than basic pet care.
They want someone who:
• Is mature and responsible
• Respects beautiful homes
• Communicates clearly
• Has verified five-star reviews
• Understands pets’ emotional needs
• Brings calm and reliability
My goal is simple:
You travel with complete peace of mind.
Melbourne: December - April
UK: throughout the year
Europe: coming soon
Bookings are limited as I only accept a small number of sits each season.
If you’re planning travel and would like to discuss a house sit, I’d love to hear from you.
Please include:
• dates
• location
• number and type of pets
• any special requirements
📩 Contact: ksconsultingeducation@gmail.com