Book a house sitter in Christchurch

Your first booking

$399

9 nights

$11.97 back

Every booking after

$387.03

was $399 for 9 nights

3 bookings like this cost you $1,173.06 on Petme and $1,328.67 on typical platforms.

You pay $155.61 less with Petme

No owner feeID and background checked house sitters

Example: 3 bookings of 9 nights at $399 each. Cashback up to $20 per booking. Typical platforms add an 11-15% fee for owners on every booking. This example uses 11%. Example close to what Petme sitters charge.

0% owner fee. Cashback on every booking. NZ$39,000+ Protection Plan included.

Travel with peace of mind. A verified Petme sitter stays in your home in Christchurch while you're away, keeping your pet on their normal routine. Protection Plan up to NZ$39,000+.

0%
Service fee for pet owners
NZ$39,000+
maximum toward eligible vet costs
300K+
Members on Petme
4.9 / 5
Average sitter rating

Why Petme

Why Kiwi owners pick Petme house sitters

Verified sitters

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

NZ$39,000+ Protection Plan

The Protection Plan can contribute up to NZ$39,000+ toward eligible vet costs.

Cashback instead of fees

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

Sitters across Christchurch

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

Pricing

What does house sitting cost in Christchurch?

Sitters in Christchurch set their own rates. The range below reflects typical bookings in the city. All prices are GST inclusive. You see the exact rate before you book.

from NZ$45
Standard per night (GST inclusive)
NZ$45-NZ$60
Typical range in Christchurch
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Service fee for you

Coverage

Suburbs across Christchurch

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

RiccartonMerivaleFendaltonCashmereSt AlbansSumnerLinwoodPapanuiAddingtonBurnsideNew BrightonHornby

Christchurch

About house sitting in Christchurch

Christchurch is the second-largest pet-sitting market in New Zealand. Hagley Park anchors most walks, and the flat geography means recurring weekday walks are popular with office workers heading into the CBD.

Demand spikes around the Cup and Show Week in November and through the Christmas-January summer break. Sumner and Sumner Beach add a small but steady wave of holiday-let owners needing in-home sitters.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does a house sitter cost in Christchurch?
Overnight house sitting in Christchurch runs NZ$45-NZ$60 per night (GST inclusive), 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 Kiwi 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 Christchurch vetted?
Yes. Every sitter passes identity and background checks. The Protection Plan can contribute up to NZ$39,000+ toward eligible vet costs.
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.

Get Petme

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

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