Savvy travellers can now discover Ireland for a lot less, by registering with the new national house and pet sitting service, MindMyHome.ie
Designed to give peace of mind to holiday-makers, savings in pet care, and no kennel stress for furry friends, house sitters get the opportunity to explore Ireland, enjoying free accommodation in the destination of their choice.
Homeowners registered with MindMyHome.ie can also connect with other trusted homeowners for house swaps across Ireland. This sustainable holiday option is growing in popularity. Apart from enjoying the comforts of a fully equipped home, house-swapping is an affordable means to explore different parts of the country, while not leaving your own home vacant at the time.
And, with dog boarding costing anything up to €65.00 a night, home owners can avoid paying more for their pet’s holiday than their own.
House sitting and home swapping have emerged globally as innovative ways to explore the world, affordably and authentically, enjoying travel experiences while saving on accommodation costs.
Registering on the handy Irish site costs €59.00 for homeowners, for 12 months access, and house sitters pay the same annual fee for the opportunity to stay in homes, without the typical expenses.
Young couples, retired people, and solo travellers are living rent-free, some for weeks at a time, by caring for homes and sometimes pets too, through a house-sitting platform. MindMyHome.ie owner, Tom Gilligan, says the Irish website which launched in January, already has trusted ‘frequent fliers’ that have cared for half a dozen properties this year.
“Sitters build trust with homeowners, show genuine care for pets, and personalise their posts, quickly building a good reputation. It’s a mutually beneficial arrangement where homeowners have peace of mind and cost-savings, while sitters have unique new living experiences in different local communities, in the comfort of a home environment, they have completely to themselves”.
Both house sitting and home swapping are compelling, sustainable alternatives to traditional travel accommodation. The ultimate in affordability, the MindMyHome.ie founder hopes the site can redefine the way Irish families think about travel and hospitality.
“Whether travelling for business or pleasure; for a few days, or weeks, it is quick and easy to post a listing on the website. It’s a great solution for a short hospital stay, or an event abroad, like a funeral or wedding. House sitters are a great value security option that provide peace of mind”.
