House Sitting Agreement

1. Parties & Property

This House Sitting Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into as of [Effective Date] between [Homeowner Name] ("Owner") and [Sitter Name] ("Sitter"), for the property at [Property Address], while Owner is away from [Start Date] to [End Date].

2. Duties

Sitter agrees to: [Duties — e.g. collect mail, water plants, maintain security, care for pets as described in a separate pet care attachment if applicable].

3. Compensation

[This is an unpaid arrangement. / Owner agrees to pay Sitter [Amount] for the sitting period, due [Timing].]

4. House Rules

Sitter agrees to follow the house rules described in [Attachment — e.g. no overnight guests, smoking policy, use of vehicles/appliances].

5. Access & Security

Owner will provide access via [Method]. Sitter agrees to keep the property secure and to notify Owner promptly of any issues (break-in, damage, maintenance emergency).

6. Liability

Sitter will exercise reasonable care for the property. Owner releases Sitter from liability for issues outside Sitter’s reasonable control, except in cases of Sitter’s negligence.

7. Emergency Contact

Owner’s emergency contact information while away: [Contact Info]. Sitter’s emergency contact: [Contact Info].

8. Governing Law & Signatures

This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of [State / Jurisdiction].

Owner Signature: _______________________ Date: _______________

Sitter Signature: _______________________ Date: _______________