The Pets
We are looking for a mature couple to care for our 10 and 12-year-old dogs, and our cat. The dogs need escorted trips outdoors during the day and a short walk along the lane and back each day. The cat has his own door and is very independent. The 12-year-old dog is quite arthritic but is on medication for pain and inflammation and still enthusiastic about being outside.
The Home
Our home is on a mossy bluff looking out at Discovery Passage. Coming from seagoing ancestors, we refer to the kitchen as "the bridge". The view is much like being at the bow of a ship. The guest room upstairs has a view of the bay nearby. It also has its own 3-piece ensuite. The main floor contains the masterbedroom, ensuite, living room, main washroom, kitchen, pantry, laundry and dining area. We expect that applicants would be tidy and take good care of our home and contents. Our well is low-flow and in warmer weather conserving water is a must. Please familiarize yourself with the meaning of a "seafarer's or sailor's shower". We follow the technique all summer. The water is filtered and treated so safe to drink from the tap.
Getting Here and the Geography
Our home is at the end of the road quite literally. We are a 15-minute drive from Heriot Bay, the closest community with a grocery store, famously old hotel called the Heriot Bay Inn (HBI), post office, and government dock. We access our place via a forest service road (with active logging truck use during the week) as well as public gravel roads that are relatively well-maintained. The condition of the forest service road is dependent on the forest companies. We would not suggest someone arrive in a favourite, road-skimming sports car. At times, we drive around potholes, carefully watching for oncoming vehicles (which are few and far between). We live on rough terrain; good walking shoes or hiking boots are the norm for footwear.
Activities
Our home looks out on some of the most spectacular diving spots on the BC coast, whether you prefer snorkelling or scuba diving. From our living room you can watch divers explore a Fraser River ferry that sank near May Island many years ago. It is home to many sea creatures. The bay nearby is a great spot to come and go from by kayak; we would recommend a solid knowledge of Discovery Passage tide/current tables. Gowlland Harbour is a safe area for getting used to being on local waters. The water is very cold due to the tide and current activity.
Interested? Have Questions?
We look forward to hearing from you,
Janet and Doug