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When you own multiple properties worth millions, finding someone you can truly trust to care for them becomes one of your most important decisions. It means verifying references, testing security system knowledge, and confirming they understand the unique needs of each property – from Hamptons estates to Miami waterfronts.
That’s where professionals who guarantee every placement for three months and check in every ten days make the difference. This ensures your properties receive care that’s as valuable as the properties themselves.
At Morgan & Mallet (M&M), we place over 1,200 household staff every year. Our property caretaker agency has become essential for families who understand that true estate management means peace of mind, not constant worry.

DISCLAIMER
Our property caretaker recruitment services might not find your ideal caretaker right away, despite having over 3,200 property management profiles worldwide.
When that happens, we’ll tell you directly that it’s going to take more time. For specialized requirements – like caretakers experienced with historic French châteaux or off-grid sustainable properties – the search might extend beyond our usual timeframe.
Our 98% success rate comes from being patient and finding the right fit, not just filling positions quickly.
This honest approach is why families have trusted us since 2015. We knew from the start that honesty leads to better long-term partnerships.
Morgan & Mallet was born from frustration with the staffing industry.
Laurine Mallet one of the co-founders worked as a nanny for wealthy families in London and Paris. She experienced firsthand how bad agencies in London could be. She was shocked when she was sent by an agency to be a nanny for a family after just one 20-minute call.
Morgan Richez the other founder served as a butler and personal assistant for ultra-wealthy households. He saw families struggle with staff who weren’t properly trained or screened.
“We knew we could do better,” Laurine said. “We’d lived it. We understood what families really needed versus what agencies thought they needed.”
Today, Morgan & Mallet operates from eight international offices, placing staff for royal families, tech billionaires, and Monte Carlo penthouses. Our founders’ experience shapes every policy:
Required experience
Every property caretaker must have proven high-end experience.
3-month guarantee
We stand behind every placement.
98% success rate
Because we get the match right the first time.
10-day follow-ups
We check in with both client and caretaker regularly.
The follow-ups often prevent costly re-recruitment. Laurine recalls a nervous housekeeper who broke a glass in her first week. The client wanted her replaced immediately. But during their routine follow-up, Morgan & Mallet discovered she was simply stressed from lack of feedback.
One reassuring conversation saved the placement – avoiding weeks of recruiting and selecting all over again. The principal didn’t have to review more resumes, or run more interviews, everyone saved time, and the placement turned out a real success, despite the slightly shattered start.
The French say, “La confiance se gagne en gouttes et se perd en litres” – trust is earned in drops and lost in liters. We’ve earned ours drop by drop, placement by placement.
From our experience, there are usually three types of people who call us about property caretakers:
Morgan & Mallet is often their go-to agency after successful placements of other household staff. Once we’ve found their chef or house manager, they trust us with caretakers because they know we understand their standards.
Family offices particularly appreciate our specialized knowledge. When a principal needs different caretakers for their Aspen ski lodge, Miami waterfront, and Napa vineyard, they make one call to their M&M contact.
Most PAs suddenly get tasked with property caretaker recruitment and think, “How will I do this???” One assistant called us anxiously because her employer had just closed on a $15M Hamptons estate and needed someone there before hurricane season.
Just give us a call and we’ll assess your property needs immediately. Within days, you can tell your employer “It’s handled – we’ll have three vetted candidates ready for interviews soon.”
Finding property caretaker staff isn’t in their normal task list. Often, they’re handling a client who’s just acquired multiple properties – through inheritance, divorce settlement, or new acquisitions.
One wealth manager told us his client had inherited three estates across Europe: “She was overwhelmed managing them remotely, so I helped finding the right caretakers.”
Whether it’s a lawyer, accountant, or financial advisor calling, it doesn’t matter – we have a safe and trusted process that takes the task off your shoulders.
We deliver trust, peace of mind, and often, genuine relief that your properties are in capable hands.
When you call, we handle everything. We know that finding the right caretaker is about much more than maintenance.
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A professional property caretaker manages and maintains your investment property to best-in-class levels when you’re away.
A professional property caretaker becomes the caring, trustworthy parent of your property when you’re not there. They’re the eyes, ears, and hands that ensure your $10 million Hamptons estate remains as beautiful in December as it was when you left in September.
“When we started Morgan & Mallet, I remembered working in households where the family would return after months away to find disasters – burst pipes, pest infestations, overgrown gardens,” Morgan Richez explained. “A great caretaker prevents all of that before it happens.”
Daily walkthroughs checking for issues before they become problems.
Working with landscapers, pool services, and maintenance crews.
Ensuring all systems function properly, working with security teams.
From protecting pipes in winter to preparing for hurricane season.
Being your on-site representative when immediate action is needed.
One of our Manhattan clients discovered their caretaker had prevented a $200,000 disaster by noticing a small roof leak during a routine inspection – catching it before the spring rains caused major damage.
Property caretakers work alongside estate managers as part of a team, with caretakers handling day-to-day maintenance while estate managers oversee the bigger picture of household operations.
In larger households, your caretaker becomes part of an integrated team. Here’s how the hierarchy typically works:
On average, Morgan & Mallet estate managers oversee a minimum of 3 properties. Find out more about hiring the best estate managers here.
Think of it this way: your estate manager is the general overseeing the entire operation, while your caretakers are the sergeants on the ground.
They ensure everything runs perfectly at each property, maintaining order and excellence throughout your estate.
Your property manager bridges the gap between ownership and occupancy. While estate managers focus on the family’s personal residences and caretakers handle hands-on maintenance, property managers specialize in your investment properties’ value and performance.
They’re the business operators of your real estate portfolio -collecting rent, screening tenants. Explore our guide to hiring the best property managers here.
The best property caretakers combine practical skills, reliability, and genuine care for the properties they manage.
From our agency placement data we can share what is actually relevant and working in the real world:
Insights from the co-founder of M&M (Morgan): “The best property caretakers treat your property like it’s their own. You can’t teach that mindset.”
One example: A caretaker in the Hamptons noticed the neighbor’s construction crew accidentally connected to his employer’s water line. Instead of creating conflict, he resolved it, saving thousands in water bills and maintaining neighborhood relations.
Data source: Morgan & Mallet company data report 2025.
This pie chart shows the origin of requests for estate managers, with the United States accounting for 50% of requests, followed by the United Kingdom at 30%, and Switzerland at 20%. The data shows the distribution of requests from these three countries.
Data source: Morgan & Mallet company data report 2025.
The majority of M&M property caretaker placements possess specific location expertise at 86.5%, ensuring better service quality for property management
Over three-quarters of M&M’s property caretaker placements have experience working in multi-staffed homes at 78.17%. This expertise is valuable for managing residential properties that require organization between multiple staff members.
Data source: Morgan & Mallet company data report 2025.
Our placement process eliminates the guesswork and guarantees quality:

We start with an in-depth call about your estates, maintenance standards, and specific concerns.
During our 45-60 minute call, we’ll ask about your property’s unique features – whether it’s the historic stonework of your London townhouse or the tropical landscaping at your Miami beach house. We need to understand not just the job, but your lifestyle and property’s character.
One client mentioned their Hamptons estate had a temperamental 1920s boiler system. This detail helped us find a caretaker with mechanical experience who kept it running well for years.

We search through our database of 2,102 property caretaker profiles while launching specialized recruitment campaigns for your location. This involves running ads and reaching out within our networks.
With 80.09% of our profiles being experienced house managers and estate managers overseeing an average of 3 properties, we have deep expertise to draw from.

Every candidate is evaluated for environment-specific expertise – 86.5% of our caretakers have location-specific knowledge, from tropical landscaping in Miami to historic preservation in London.
We test their practical knowledge relevant to your property. Can they manage irrigation systems for your Los Angeles hillside estate? Do they understand weatherproofing for coastal properties? These aren’t just interview questions – we verify their hands-on experience.
To reach this stage they absolutely must have performed the job ad requirements listed in previous job roles, otherwise they are disqualified.
One part of our 98% success rate comes from only ever placing candidates who have performed the role advertised perfectly in the past.

We go beyond standard checks, verifying every employment claim and conducting numerous reference interviews with previous high-net-worth employers.
Our verification process is so thorough that candidates often tell us it’s the most professional screening they’ve experienced. In fact it isn’t uncommon for candidates to refer us to their future employers, even if they don’t get the job. Why? Because they were impressed with our vetting process.
With 78.33% of our caretakers having worked in fully staffed homes, we understand the importance of team dynamics and discretion.

From 200+ screened applicants, we present just three exceptional candidates – each one trustworthy, capable, and service oriented.
When we’re especially confident in a match, we might present just one perfect candidate – it’s always rewarding for our recruiters when clients agree with our assessment.
It also shows the supreme confidence our recruiters have!

Our 3-month guarantee includes check-ins every 10 days with both you and your caretaker, ensuring smooth integration into your household.
Small adjustments early prevent bigger issues later. Whether it’s clarifying security processes or adjusting schedules, we stay involved to ensure long-term success.
That’s why 98% of our placements succeed – and for the rare 2% that don’t, we replace immediately without delays.
Property caretaker salaries vary significantly based on location, experience, and property needs:
New York | $75,000 – $120,000 (higher for multi-property management). |
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Los Angeles | $70,000 – $110,000 (plus housing often included). |
Miami | $65,000 – $100,000 (year-round positions cost more). |
San Francisco | $80,000 – $125,000 (tech industry standards drive wages). |
London | £50,000 – £80,000 (historic property expertise costs more). |
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Dubai | AED 200,000 – 400,000 (tax-free advantage). |
Caretaker Couples typically earn 1.5-1.7x these ranges combined, offering excellent value for larger estates needing 24/7 coverage. Remember: a great caretaker will often pay for themselves many times over just by spotting and fixing potential problems before they get serious i.e., faulty water pipes, or invasive plant species.
Also, due to the current recruitment market, especially in the US (due to ICE), and the UK (still not recovered from Brexit), salaries are rising.
One Morgan & Mallet recruiter recently said, “The best property caretakers know what they are worth.” Morgan & Mallet only operates at the higher-end of the market, and has seen astonishing wage growth in the last decade.
The chart below shows the percentage of M&M placements who have specific experience in three key areas of luxury property management across four major cities.
Data source: Morgan & Mallet company data report 2025.
89% of our NYC property caretakers placed by M&M have maintained private rooftop gardens and historic brownstones. They understand:
“New York property caretakers are doing more than maintenance, they need diplomatic skills,” co-founder Morgan observed. “They’re managing relationships with building staff, neighbors, and city inspectors.”
88% of our LA property caretaker placements have maintained designer estates in Beverly Hills, Bel Air, and the Hollywood Hills. Key expertise includes:
Privacy takes on new meaning here. Your caretaker might need to manage paparazzi situations or work with security teams during high-profile events.
86% of our Miami property caretakers have expertise in tropical and waterfront properties. They’re great at:
One Miami caretaker we placed prevented a $500,000 loss by properly securing a client’s yacht before an unexpected storm – going beyond typical duties because he understood the complete picture, rather than a narrow job description.
84% of the property caretakers placed by M&M in SF support climate-sensitive properties using sustainable practices. Bay Area caretakers bring:
The tech culture influences expectations here. Caretakers often manage sophisticated home automation systems and work with principals who monitor properties remotely via apps like Arlo or Ring. Find out more about hiring a property caretaker in SF here.
The chart below shows the percentage of Morgan & Mallet placements with specialized expertise in three critical luxury property management areas across two key markets.
Data source: Morgan & Mallet company data report 2025.
All M&M placements in both cities have specialized property experience and passed M&M vetting standards. London slightly outperforms Dubai in estate maintenance experience at 87% versus 85%, respectively. Multi-staffed home experience shows London leading at 79% compared to Dubai’s 76%.
87% of our London placements have experience with listed buildings and historic estates. London’s unique requirements:
“London clients often want someone who can maintain the feeling of a historic property while using modern security and comfort,” Laurine explained.
Currently, 16.97% of our property caretaker profiles are located in the UK, with 26.73% of those based in London.
As mentioned earlier, over the last decade the labor market in London has become far tighter than in the past, largely due to Brexit – making it essential to work with recruiters who have deep access to this talent pool. Read more about London property caretakers here.
“Dubai, with all of its glitz and glamour, rose in the heart of the desert.” A quote often attributed to Soroosh Shahrivar. Looking after a property in the desert is a completely different skill to all the other cities mentioned.
Fortunately, 85% of our Dubai property caretakers have maintained private villas, often requiring specialized knowledge:
Dubai’s international nature means caretakers often work with staff and vendors from dozens of nationalities – cultural intelligence is essential.
86% of our Miami property caretakers have expertise in tropical and waterfront properties. They’re great at:
One Miami caretaker we placed prevented a $500,000 loss by properly securing a client’s yacht before an unexpected storm – going beyond typical duties because he understood the complete picture, rather than a narrow job description.
84% of the property caretakers placed by M&M in San Francisco support climate-sensitive properties using sustainable practices. Bay Area caretakers bring:
The tech culture influences expectations here. Caretakers often manage sophisticated home automation systems and work with principals who monitor properties remotely via apps like Arlo or Ring. Find out more about hiring a property caretaker in SF here.
Finding your ideal property caretaker isn’t just about filling a position – it’s about protecting your investment and your peace of mind.
The right caretaker becomes like a parent of your property. They prevent problems, save money, and ensure your home is always ready for your arrival.
Our 98% placement success rate exists because we understand this isn’t just about maintenance – it’s about trust. Every caretaker we place has been vetted as thoroughly as if they were joining our own families.
“We succeeded because we remember what it was like to be in service,” Morgan reflects.
Ready to find your perfect property caretaker? Let’s discuss your specific needs and how we can deliver exactly the right person for your estate.
Sometimes clients aren’t sure exactly what they need – and that’s perfectly normal. Rachel, a senior recruiter for Morgan & Mallet, recalls a U.S. client searching for “a British butler with white gloves.” Over several months, his requirements evolved: “Can he cook?” Then: “Maybe I need more of a house manager.” His wife added: “Dog walking would be good too.”
While this level of uncertainty is rare, when it happens, our approach helps clarify your true needs. Through detailed scripts and industry knowledge, we can guide you to define the role that actually fits your lifestyle.
Even if you don’t have the exact role clear yet, call us and we can work together to help you get clarity and take action.
Contact Morgan & Mallet today to start your property caretaker search. Call us at [phone] or complete our confidential inquiry form.
A property caretaker maintains homes and estates while the owner is away, ensuring everything stays in perfect condition.
They handle daily maintenance, coordinate vendors, monitor systems, and respond to emergencies.
With 80.09% of M&M profiles being experienced house managers, these professionals work independently to protect your investment.
Contact M&M to find a caretaker who knows your property type and location.
Start by listing your needs – live-in or visiting, seasonal or year-round – then thoroughly vet candidates through background checks and references. This may seem daunting, so don’t hesitate to contact us if you’d rather we do the heavy lifting.
Also, location expertise matters tremendously. Miami’s caretakers (86% with coastal experience) understand hurricane prep, while London professionals (87% with historic property experience) know preservation standards.
Our 98% placement success rate comes from matching the right expertise to each property.
If you are uncertain about what you need don’t worry! Just ring us or fill out the form, and we can work through your requirements together. You’d be surprised how many calls we get with clients thinking they want X when really they need Y.
Property caretaking or property stewardship describes the professional maintenance and preservation of residential estates.
This goes beyond basic upkeep to include preventive care and vendor coordination. Property caretaker ranks among the top 5 most requested positions in the U.S., France, and Switzerland – reflecting how essential experienced stewardship has become.
Property caretakers, house managers, or estate managers – the title depends on their scope and number of properties managed.
Regarding the roles filled by the Morgan & Mallet luxury staffing agency, house managers typically oversee single residences, while estate managers handle 3+ properties on average.
Property managers focus specifically on rental properties and investment real estate, handling tenant relations and maximizing returns.
Caretaker couples are ideal for larger estates needing round-the-clock presence.
Yes, most caretakers live on-site – 100% of vetted professionals are trained for live-in arrangements ensuring continuous oversight.
They typically occupy private quarters like guest houses or dedicated suites. Regarding the roles filled by M&M in Los Angeles, caretakers managing hillside estates (88% with gated property experience) often live in separate cottages, maintaining professional boundaries while staying accessible for emergencies.
Caretakers maintain property condition through daily oversight, preventive maintenance, and emergency response during owner absences.
Key duties include system checks, vendor supervision, security monitoring, and seasonal maintenance. With 14.78% of M&M profiles bringing 3-5+ years of expertise, experienced caretakers prevent small issues from becoming costly problems.
Caretakers prevent problems before they happen – catching leaks before water damage, maintaining systems before breakdowns.
Daily tasks include property walks, system checks, delivery management, and maintenance coordination.
In multi-staffed homes (79% of M&M placements have this experience), they ensure continuity between staff rotations and maintain standards independently.
Household caretakers combine property maintenance with domestic management, keeping both the home and family life running smoothly.
They manage pantries, coordinate staff, and ensure vacation homes transition quickly to guest-ready status.
If you are unsure about which role you might need for your household, call us and we can figure it out together. After placing your staff M&M will follow up every ten days to make sure everyone is happy.
Caretakers serve as full-time property “parents”, handling maintenance, emergency repairs, vendor coordination, and security monitoring.
They adapt seasonally – protecting pipes in winter, preparing pools, managing landscaping, securing during storms.
With an average of 7 years’ experience, M&M professional caretakers understand unique property needs.
Of the placements made by M&M in New York, 89% have maintained townhouses, some with brownstone issues. 85% of the Dubai placements by M&M understand marble care and desert climate challenges.
M&M matches your property with caretakers who have proven expertise in your location and property type.
Based on 2025 data from Morgan & Mallet’s proprietary CRM and internal reporting, here are the most up-to-date insights into property caretaker placements around the world. These stats come directly from M&M’s verified candidate profiles and successful family placements.
14.78% of Morgan & Mallet’s total profiles are Estate/House managers and property caretakers with 3-5+ years of experience in high-end households.
19.38% of profiles registered with M&M are caretaker couples, perfect for larger estates needing round-the-clock coverage.
80.09% of property caretaker profiles in the M&M database are House Managers who can oversee daily operations.
4.88% of Morgan & Mallet candidates are specialized estate managers who handle multiple properties.
Estate managers in the M&M network oversee a minimum of 3 properties on average.
Property caretaker is a Top 5 most requested position by Morgan & Mallet clients in the US, France, and Switzerland.
50% of estate manager requests through M&M come from the United States.
30% of estate manager requests received by Morgan & Mallet come from the United Kingdom.
20% of estate manager requests to M&M come from Switzerland.
10.61% of property caretakers in the Morgan & Mallet database are English speakers.
7.61% of property caretakers represented by M&M speak French fluently.
3.00% of property caretakers in M&M’s talent pool are Spanish speakers.
16.97% of property caretaker profiles in the M&M database are currently located in the UK.
26.73% of UK-based profiles registered with Morgan & Mallet work in London.
7.69% of property caretaker profiles in M&M’s UK portfolio are caretaker couples.
Los Angeles: 88% of property caretakers placed by M&M have maintained gated hillside estates, overseeing irrigation systems, exterior surfaces, and energy efficiency during unoccupied periods. 100% are vetted for long-term, live-in property oversight. 79% have worked in multi-staffed homes.
Miami: 86% of caretakers placed by M&M have cared for coastal residences and tropical gardens, maintaining weatherproofing, pest control, and security readiness during the off-season. 100% are trained in on-site vigilance protocols. 78% have supported multi-staffed homes.
New York: 89% of caretakers placed by M&M have preserved unoccupied townhouses and suburban estates, monitoring mechanical systems, plumbing, and internal conditions year-round. 100% are vetted for private-entry supervision. 80% have worked in multi-staffed homes.
San Francisco: 84% of caretakers placed by M&M have overseen hillside and vineyard-adjacent estates, caring for retaining walls, solar installations, and climate-sensitive structures. 100% are vetted for autonomous property upkeep. 77% have supported multi-staffed homes.
London: 87% of caretakers placed by M&M have cared for unoccupied townhouses and countryside homes, including chimney maintenance, stonework preservation, and seasonal heating cycles. 100% are trained in historic property protocols. 79% have worked in multi-staffed homes.
Dubai: 85% of caretakers placed by M&M have maintained private villas in Emirates Hills and Palm Jumeirah. 100% are vetted for presence-based roles with absolute discretion. 76% have worked in multi-staffed homes while adapting to cultural privacy standards.
98% placement success rate across all property caretaker positions filled by M&M.
Our property caretaker candidates average 7 years of experience in luxury properties.
Note: All statistics are derived from Morgan & Mallet’s 2025 internal data, covering professional property caretaker profiles across the U.S., UK, UAE, and Europe.
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