My requirements of a house sitter are to feed and provide company for my golden retriever bitch, Cherie and cat, Mickey. To take the dog to the beach once a day, just up the road at Army Bay or Tindalls beach are nearest beaches.
Bring in my mail from the letterbox.
There are 2 restaurants in Gulf Harbour, shops, 2 golf courses and a yacht/boat marina all within walking distance of my house which is on top of a hill with views to the north and south.
Also there is a ferry at Gulf Harbour which takes 50minutes to get to the city of Auckland or the islands of the gulf. This gives easy, comfortable access to the city.