Open

Dartmoor farm sit — horses, dog & chickens

10 Aug – 24 Aug 2026 · 14 nightsDartmoor, DevonTranquil Devon Farm Cottage

About this sit

A truly special sit for an experienced animal lover. Rex the Border Collie is full of energy and joy. The two horses, Hazel and Fern, need daily care — hay, water, and turning out. The chickens need feeding and eggs collecting. In return: the most stunning sunsets you'll ever see.

Meet the pets

Rex · Dog, Border Collie · 3yr

High energy, very intelligent. Needs 2 long walks daily on the moor. Excellent recall. Loves agility games.

Hazel · Horse, Dartmoor Pony · 12yr

Hay twice daily, fresh water, and turnout in the paddock each morning.

Fern · Horse, Dartmoor Pony · 8yr

Same routine as Hazel. Bring in from paddock before sunset.

The Girls (x4) · Chicken, Mixed · 2yr

Feed morning and evening. Collect eggs daily. Lock coop at dusk.

Responsibilities

Morning routine: feed horses, turn out to paddock, feed chickens, collect eggs
2 long walks with Rex on Dartmoor daily
Evening routine: bring horses in, feed, chickens locked in coop
Water kitchen garden daily
General home maintenance

House rules

This is a working farm — respect the rhythms and routines. Experience with horses essential. No parties. No smoking.

Garden care

Water kitchen garden daily. Help yourself to any vegetables or herbs — they're for picking!

Additional notes

Full farm induction provided on arrival. Nearest vet 15 min away (number in welcome book). Wellies and waterproofs provided. Car with valid licence required to reach the farm.

Listed by

James & Emma Wilson

Bourton-on-the-Water, UK

We have a beautiful stone cottage in the Cotswolds with two golden retrievers, Biscuit and Maple. We travel frequently for work and love finding trusted sitters who genuinely care for animals and treat our home as their own.

View profile

Property

Tranquil Devon Farm Cottage

Dartmoor, UK

2 bed·1 bath·farm

WiFiWood-burning stoveParkingWashing machineWellies provided