Clive & Lynn came to look after all 3 of our big dogs and 2 shy and difficult cats. Not only were we put at ease straight away but they truly loved and cared for all the animals. The house was left in a better condition than when we left and I couldn’t have asked for anyone better than these two looking after our home and beloved animals. We had lovely pictures and updates while away, and the communication before, during and after was amazing.

Can’t rate them enough and cannot wait to go away again knowing that the zoo will be well looked after!

Nottingham, Jan 2024

“I am secretary/personal assistant to Sir Richard and Lady Storey at Settrington, first starting in September 1987. I have known Clive since he started work as Estate Manager at Settrington Grange over five years ago. Clive has specific responsibility for Security, and Health and Safety, both of which require a person of integrity and strong character. Clive has these in abundance. I have worked with several men in this role over the years, and I consider Clive to be the best. He is reliable and steady; has a strong work ethic, often working seven days/week, and all with unfailing pleasant good humour and courtesy.”

“ Having known Lynn for many years, I have no hesitation in recommending her to future employers.
She is hardworking, conscientious and extremely professional in her approach to all tasks. Working as an individual or with other team members, Lynn’s attentions to detail is to be commended. I felt that my business was left in extremely safe hands when she stepped in to run the Bed & Breakfast for a time in September 2018. The feedback from my guests was 100% positive.”
Her friendly but professional demeanour, the cleanliness of the rooms and tearooms were commented on by all the guests staying during her time at The Well House. Lynn was happy to step in and help others members of staff in both the Bed and Breakfast and the Tea Rooms when her duties allowed.

“Mr Clive Cromwell worked at Alton Albany for the period March 2007 until October 2015 as our estate manager.

I know Clive to be dependable, honest and polite and an extremely well organised, reliable, hard working estate manager, who was able to not only work independently but to also be able to get jobs done without problems. He ran the estate in our absence for the above period and never gave us cause for concern, in fact the opposite we were very comfortable with him looking after our home

I would not hesitate to recommend him to his next emplover.”

“Clive was engaged as a manager/handyman on one of my client's estate in south Scotland over the period 2007-2015.

He was a reliable and diligent employee and worked well under his own motivation for an owner whose work commitments took them abroad for much of the year.”

“Lynn Cromwell is honest, reliable and a safe pair of hands. She has never let me down!”

“I would not hesitate to recommend them for a position of trust, loyalty, responsibility, reliability and hard work. Clive and Lynn have over the last 20 years managed to completely transform two very large country estates from run down to absolutely stunning country homes. To this date I am in awe of what they have achieved for their previous employers through dedication and sheer grit determination. Clive and Lynn have a passion for animals and over the years I have personally witnessed some wonderful experiences of abused and neglected dogs being brought back to mental and physical health.”

“Clive and Lynn recently looked after our very old boy, Humphrey.

We were so happy with the care they gave him, Humphrey clearly loved them as he’s been sulking since they left! We feel really lucky to have found someone who clearly loves dogs as much as we do. We have booked them for a few more holidays this year and feel confident that he will be really looked after. The house was immaculate when we returned too.

We can’t thank you enough Clive and Lynn, we are so grateful”

Helen & David x

The Cromwells were our first experience of using a home or pet sitter. We recently got a second dog and knew both would both be happier in their own home when we went on holiday. 

As soon as we made contact Clive was very responsive, answering queries very quickly, booking in and confirming the dates and was very reassuring about the service they were going to provide. Clive and Lynn arranged to come and visit well in advance of the date they were due to sit, so they could answer any questions and meet the dogs and ensure we were all happy. The dogs loved them and we were confident we’d made the right choice.

When the sit date arrived, Lynn came exactly when she promised and quickly settled the dogs so we could get away. She sent messages and photos while we were away to let us know how it was going. She was happy to follow our normal routines for the dogs, feeding and walking and even letting the dogs sleep with her! 

When we arrived home the house was so  tidy and cleaner than when we left. The dogs were very content and looked so healthy and well looked after.

Lynn and Clive did everything you would hope for in a pet and house sitter, they even build in time at the end of the sit in case you are delayed, so you don’t need to worry about your pets being left alone. I couldn’t recommend them more highly, so much so I booked them for our next holiday the same day that we returned.

I have left my elderly slightly confused Lurcher with Lynn twice now. When I returned both times he was happy and relaxed. He had been well looked after, i was updated regularly with photos to reassure me he was ok, and the house was left clean and tidy. I would thoroughly recommend Lynn and Clive and would not hesitate to use them again.

Clive and Lynn looked after our home and our 9 year old dog Betty. Clive came to see us around 8 weeks before our holiday to look around our home and Meet Betty. Betty can be timid with strangers, especially men but took to Clive straight away. We felt confident booking on that same day. Clive informed us he would be bringing his camper van and two dogs and his wife Lynn would be joining him as well. The day before our 10day holiday Clive and Lynn arrived the night before as we had an early start the next day. Betty was fine again. When we were away we had lots of communication and photos. Arriving home , Betty was healthy and happy. The house had been very well looked after and was clean and tidy for our return. We wouldn't hesitate is booking again or recommending.

Clive & Lynn came and looked after our beloved dog Brady and our cat Summer and we felt so comfortable leaving both them and our house in their safe hands.

They kept us updated and Brady enjoyed lots of walks with them. Knowing they were safe in their own environment meant we could enjoy our holiday that bit more. Upon our return home, the house was spotless and as we left it and Clive had mowed the lawn for us. We have booked them again twice for next year and would highly recommend them, they are a rare find.

Thanks so much.