Find a house sitter in Nelson

Your first booking

$333

6 nights

$9.99 back

Every booking after

$323.01

~~was $333~~ for 6 nights

9 bookings like this cost you $2,917.08 on Petme and $3,326.67 on typical platforms.

You pay $409.59 less with Petme

No owner feeID and background checked house sitters

Find house sitters in the app Or see house sitters near Nelson further down

Free for pet owners in New Zealand · iOS and Android

Example: 9 bookings of 6 nights at $333 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 Nelson while you're away, keeping your pet on their normal routine. Protection Plan up to NZ$39,000+.

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 Nelson

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

Hire trusted pet sitters in Nelson

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0% booking fees
Cashback on completed stays
Protection Plan up to €20,000

Pricing

What does house sitting cost in Nelson?

Sitters in Nelson 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$40

Standard per night (GST inclusive)

NZ$40-NZ$70

Typical range in Nelson

Service fee for you

Coverage

Suburbs across Nelson

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

TahunanuiStokeRichmondAtawhaiThe WoodToi ToiMaitai ValleyWakatuBishopdaleEnner Glynn

Nelson

About house sitting in Nelson

Nelson is one of the sunniest cities in New Zealand and runs on tourism, hospitality, and a long-running cycle-trail economy. Pet sitters cover Nelson and Richmond as a single market, with strong demand for trail-ready walking and adventure-tour pet sitting.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does a house sitter cost in Nelson?

Overnight house sitting in Nelson runs NZ$40-NZ$70 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 Nelson 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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