We need a non-smoker to look after our "interesting" Cat who isn't particularly friendly with people but is fine if you ignore her. She just requires feeding and water. She may decide to be friendly but it is on her terms. She's definitely NOT a lap or patting cat.
Our home is comfortable, has 4 bedrooms (2 will be available for a sitter) with a lovely Sunroom. There is an ensuite to the main bedroom. A good sized family room/dining room is attached to the kitchen with a separate lounge room and a grand piano, if the sitter happens to be a piano player The garden is very low maintenance (probably needs nothing while we are away) and only some indoor plants will need watering.
Our home is opposite a lovely park area with a nice outlook across the park to the hills. There is plenty of car parking and the bus stop is a short 4-5 minutes walk if you prefer bus travel. Actually it is only 20 minutes walk to local shops. We are surrounded by plenty of cycling paths.
The Canberra region supplies many places of interest to explore.