Petme · Melbourne

House sitters in Melbourne

0% owner fee. Cashback on every booking. A$30,000 vet protection included.

Travel with peace of mind. A verified Petme sitter stays in your home in Melbourne while you're away, keeping your pet on their normal routine. A$30,000 vet protection on every booking.

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Service fee for pet owners

A$30,000

Vet protection per booking

200K+

Pet owners on the platform

4.9 / 5

Average sitter rating

Why Petme

Why Aussie owners pick Petme house sitters

Verified sitters

Identity and background checks for every sitter. Real reviews from real Aussie pet owners.

A$30,000 vet protection

Every booking includes up to A$30,000 in vet expenses at no extra cost and with no deductible.

Cashback instead of fees

0% service fee for pet owners. Automatic cashback on every completed booking, paid into your Petme balance.

Sitters across Melbourne

Coverage across every suburb of Melbourne and surrounds. Message a few sitters in chat before you book.

Pricing

What does house sitting cost in Melbourne?

Sitters in Melbourne set their own rates. The range below reflects typical bookings in the city. You see the exact rate before you book.

from A$60

Standard per night

A$60–A$105

Typical range in Melbourne

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Coverage

Suburbs across Melbourne

Petme sitters are available across every major suburb of Melbourne and surrounds.

Melbourne CBDFitzroyCarltonRichmondSt KildaSouth YarraBrunswickFootscrayHawthornNorthcotePrahranDocklands

Melbourne

About house sitting in Melbourne

Melbourne pet owners book differently to the rest of the country. More walks, more doggy daycare, fewer overnight stays, and a heavy bias toward inner-north suburbs where apartment living is the norm and most owners need a weekday walker.

AFL grand final week, the Spring Carnival, and Christmas are the three demand spikes. Sitters in Brunswick, Northcote, and Fitzroy fill up first; book at least six weeks ahead for the December–January peak.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does a house sitter cost in Melbourne?
Overnight house sitting in Melbourne runs A$60–A$105 per night, depending on the number of pets, the length of the stay, and any plant or mail tasks.
Does the sitter live in my home full-time?
Yes. Your sitter sleeps at your place, follows your pet's normal routine, and short outings are agreed in advance. Most house-sits include feeding, walks, play, and a daily update.
What if my place has a smart lock or alarm?
Walk the sitter through it at the meet and greet. Plenty of Aussie owners use smart locks and basic keypad alarms; sitters keep codes confidential.
Can the sitter water plants and collect mail?
Yes. Add any household tasks to your booking notes. House sitters typically water plants, collect post, and rotate lights so the home looks lived-in.
Are house sitters in Melbourne vetted?
Yes. Every sitter passes identity and background checks. Each booking includes up to A$30,000 in vet cover at no extra cost.
Is there a service fee for owners?
No. Petme charges pet owners 0% service fee. You only pay the sitter's rate, and you earn automatic cashback on every completed stay.

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Message a few sitters in chat, set up a meet and greet, book inside the app. Cashback is credited automatically.

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