House Sitter   Winston Hayles


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House Sitter Winston Hayles

Location:   London, United Kingdom

Age:   61

Experience:   10 yr 1 mo

Rank:   star star star rate this sitter

About Winston Hayles:

Private Investigator ...35 years (retired).  London UK born and bred.

Been off here for a while. Now I am back.

Frequent traveller. Can be available at short notice worldwide depending on location. 

Currently availability for November 2025 and February, March, April, May August and September 2026.
Cats, dogs, rabbits etc.

Professional. Security freak. Your home's security is paramount along with your pets wellbeing.

Happy to operate any in-house CCTV.  Holder of Security Industry Association (SIA) CCTV Surveillance certificate. Also various Food & Hygiene certificates.

One of the funkiest and humourous people you shall ever meet where your home will be well cared for and pets will have fun and shall receive professional great care. 

Keeping to your routine. Happy to assist with reenforcement training for puppies.

Your pets won't want you to return.

Senior and pets requiring medication are welcome. 

Happy to communicate with you during the sit via WhatsApp for your peace of mind. 

Deal with professional workers attending your property...gardener, cleaner and take in deliveries and keeping nosy neighbours and unwanted relatives at bay.

Fantastic client testimonials. Please do ask for details.

Full liability insured through PetPlan.

US Social Security number holder since 1985.

Please email or call my Toll Free numbers US 1-866-290-0504) 
UK Freephone 0800-783-2128.

Or, WhatsApp +44-(0)776-837-4677

Happy to answer all your questions for your peace of mind.

Thank you.

Winston Hayles

WinstonHayles007@icloud.com

ps. Google my full name and see what I also do when not house sitting. You will be surprised.

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References 24

Sandra R

Homeowner in Kensington, London, United Kingdom

I hired Winston to look after my 5 year old Persian Cat, Odette, while I went on
holiday for 8 days.

Odette is a fussy little Diva and does not take to strangers well.

I was confident that she would take to Winston as I know him well and know that he loves animals.

I was pleasantly surprised whilst on holiday, when Winston sent me photos and videos of my little Odette happily eating from Winston's hand (I have not even been able to get her to do that). She would sit next to Winston and was very comfortable and happy in his company.

I highly recommend Winston.

It was also good to know that I had someone popping in and out of the house regularly whilst I was away.

When I got back I noticed that my extractor fan in the bathroom had been cleaned. And he also tidied up the pictures on my sideboard in the living room.

I am very pleased with the service and plan on using it again in a few months (Nov)


Date of Service Aug 3, 2015

Paul And Rachelle

Homeowner in Staines-upon-thames, United Kingdom

'Lord Pometheus of Staines-upon-Thames'

15 years old - July 2015 (2.5 weeks)

We could not have found somebody more suited to looking after our precious cat, Pometheus, than Winston.

Pom can be quite unique and extremely sensitive to the majority of people he meets, meaning we find it hard to go away for long for fear of how ill he can make himself.

However Winston was so understanding of pets needs and their individual natures that I would now say he is probably the only other person who Pom seems truly comfortable around!

He sent us loads of pictures and videos daily showing what a great friendship they had built up and it was so reassuring to see our home being kept well and Pom looking happy and healthy.

If anything, Pom seemed most upset on our return as he realised it was time for his new buddy to leave!

We could not recommend Winston enough and will definitely be requesting him again in the future!


Date of Service Jul 11, 2015

Maria B

Homeowner in Highgate. London, United Kingdom

Winston recently looked after our precious little Tuxedo cat, Murphy, whilst we were away on holiday and we couldn’t recommend him enough.

Our little bundle of fur took to Winston immediately and we could see from the daily updates how much he was enjoying being thoroughly spoilt by Winston.

Everything was taken care of impeccably and it was obvious with great care and affection.

Our cat was so content on our return, he barely noticed us!

Also our flat was beautifully clean and our garden looked fantastic.

We would happily ask Winston to take care of him again and would be delighted to provide a reference.

Organised★★★★★
Reliable★★★★★
Self-sufficient★★★★★
Tidy★★★★★
Pet care★★★★★

Multiple Sits.


Date of Service Jun 12, 2015

Kathleen D

Homeowner in London, United Kingdom

Winston has been a brilliant find - he took wonderful care of my cat and flat, which was incredibly clean when I returned.

Due to unforeseen circumstances I had to delay my return and Winston was most helpful in sorting out some of the issues that went along with that including arranging to have my medication sent to me abroad.

While I was away he sent me regular updates with pictures and videos.

I can easily give Winston the highest recommendation.

Organised★★★★★
Reliable★★★★★
Self-sufficient★★★★★
Tidy★★★★★
Pet care★★★★★

Multiple sits.


Date of Service May 7, 2015

Maria A

Homeowner in Clapham. London, United Kingdom

Winston looked after our house and Molly, our (deaf) cat, for a month.

He was brilliant: reliable, well organized, very good at keeping us informed and dealing with unexpected complications, and excellent with Molly.

The house was spotless when we got back.

You couldn't ask for a better house-sitter!

Organised★★★★★
Reliable★★★★★
Self-sufficient★★★★★
Tidy★★★★★
Pet care★★★★★

Multiple sits.


Date of Service Apr 18, 2015

Alexandra M

Homeowner in East Finchley, United Kingdom

Winston is a fantastic cat and house sitter. He looked after my cat Spicey for two weeks and sent me wonderful photos of him while I was away. Spicey was happy and content when I got back.


My flat was spotless when I got back, he'd laundered my sheets and remade my bed and he'd even fixed my toilet seat!

I would highly recommend Winston to anyone looking for a reliable, honest and trustworthy house/pet sitter.

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Date of Service Mar 17, 2015

Robert V

Homeowner in Primrose Hill, United Kingdom

"...you have shown that you can take a dog like Morris and turn him into a social animal, when as we

all know, he was having a few issues with going to the park before you came along.

I greatly appreciate all the efforts you made looking after the dogs, better than

anyone else has managed to do in the past."

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Date of Service Mar 14, 2015

Krista K

Homeowner in London, United Kingdom

Two (2) cats, including one blind one.

This was our first time using the website so we weren't sure what to expect (especially since we left things to the last minute).

We went with stand-out Winston who was extremely familiar with our neighbourhood as he used to live in the area.

First time we met him, he immediately put us at ease with his sense of humour and easy-going nature.

Whilst we were away, he sent us plenty of updates, pics and videos of our cats showing all were having a fab time.

Upon our return, our flat was the cleanest we'd had it in AGES which was a very pleasant surprise.

Plus, our cats were chilled out and non-plussed that we had even returned.

All in all, Winston ticked all the boxes and then some! We would definitely utilise his services again in the future and recommend him to others without hesitation.


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Date of Service Dec 26, 2014

Steve G

Homeowner in Bedford, United Kingdom

Winston couldn’t have been more convenient - and he is just perfect.

The place was spotlessly clean, and he had been incredibly thoughtful.


Date of Service Jan 12, 2014

Tolo T

Homeowner in Barcelona, Spain

Winston is perfect, very helpful and very funny as well.


Date of Service Oct 19, 2013

Caren D

Homeowner in Boston, Massachusetts

Winston is really just as wonderful as the other reviewers say. Enthusiastically recommended!


Date of Service Oct 4, 2013

Geoff M

Homeowner in London, United Kingdom

Winston - couldn’t have been more helpful. Responded quickly to every message, and was super-friendly…Wonderful. Thank you Winston.


Date of Service Sep 16, 2013

Teresa J

Homeowner in Cleveland, Ohio

Winston was fantastic… Winston is so helpful. Five Stars!!!!!!!!!


Date of Service Aug 28, 2013

Natalia C

Homeowner in Rome, Italy

Everything will make you feel at home and we would (and will) definitely book Winston again and would recommend him to everyone! One month stay.


Date of Service Aug 3, 2013

Sonja G

Homeowner in Vienna, Austria

First of all, many thanks, Winston, for your assistance! You were great …. very special. It was my first experience and would definitely book again.


Date of Service Jul 18, 2013

Patricia H

Homeowner in Singapore, Singapore

Winston was charming and we had a few laughs in between his attentiveness …..Meeting him was definitely a bonus.


Date of Service Jul 3, 2013

Christine A

Homeowner in Munich, Germany

Winston is a great host - very kind and always helpful. We felt very comfortable and we can highly recommend him.


Date of Service Jun 20, 2013

Han K

Homeowner in Kuwait, United Arab Emirates

Winston is awesome. Very friendly, very helpful and very very funny. He’ll make u feel at home right away.


Date of Service Jun 4, 2013

David H

Homeowner in London, United Kingdom

Winston could not have done more for us. Winston is an extremely thoughtful and helpful.


Date of Service May 13, 2013

Gordon H

Homeowner in Sydney, Australia

Winston is a welcoming, caring and friendly person who could not have done more … would recommend Winston to everyone.


Date of Service Apr 8, 2013

William W

Homeowner in London, United Kingdom

I have known Winston over 20 years as a trusted friend and colleague. I have confidently left him in charge of my flat many times and he has always proved most reliable and responsible. I am happy to recommend to anyone needing a trustworthy person to look after their home. UK - Multiple sits


Date of Service Sep 11, 2012

William W

Homeowner in London, United Kingdom

I have known Winston over 20 years as a trusted friend and colleague. I have confidently left him in charge of my flat many times and he has always proved most reliable and responsible. I am happy to recommend to anyone needing a trustworthy person to look after their home. UK - Multiple sits


Date of Service Sep 11, 2012

Michelle K

Homeowner in London, United Kingdom

Winston was a great house sitter. He was a joy from the moment I met him. Bundles of enthusiasm, clean & tidy. It was an added bonus that Winston loved my two cats who he looked after them impeccably. I wouldn't hesitate to have Winston back in my home again & my cats would certainly agree. UK - Multiple sits


Date of Service Jul 15, 2011

Ian E

Homeowner in Borehamwood, United Kingdom

Winston is a very reliable person, he took good care of my home and was clean and tidy.Very professional and courteous. UK


Date of Service Apr 7, 2011


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