The house in Blenheim is a dream. Quietly situated and yet only a few minutes from the town. We were able to harvest vegetables and enjoy them in the large kitchen. Excursions to the wine region are possible by bike, taxi or guided tours. Many thanks for the great exchange.

We met Janet and Charlie in their splendid, large, single-level home, where on our arrival they treated us to a lunch which included their home-grown salad foods. Their home was comfortable and well-appointed with everything one could ask for, with an easy-to-use kitchen, two roomy seating areas and garaging for our rental car. Their wall art featuring New Zealand artists was enviable! We spent two enjoyable weeks appreciating their house and garden and taking walks – alongside the nearby River (where we could walk into town), around the local Wairau Lagoons Walkway and the Wither Hills Farm Park walking tracks, and the magical beach walk from Marfells Beach to the Cape Campbell lighthouse. Havelock, from where the Pelorus Mailboat leaves, was a short drive away – a great day out on the water. And of course there are the wineries….. Janet and Charlie were warm, welcoming hosts and we were delighted to meet them again on their reciprocal exchange in our London flat. Thank you both for this wonderful exchange!

This home is a beautiful, warm, comfortable, architecturally designed home in a lovely quiet street. We really enjoyed our stay.

We spent two marvellous weeks in Janet and Charlie's home. Blenheim is a great base for visiting the region: Kaikoura, Nelson, Marlborough sounds and of course all the wineries. We were never short to places to explore and we made the most of our time. The house is very modern and comfortable and the veggie garden provided us with fresh vegetables. We particularly enjoyed the evenings with a glass of NZ wine while we relaxed outside. Thank you Janet and Charlie for sharing your home with us and for making the exchange so enjoyable. We are looking forward to welcome you in Barcelona. Carlos and Felisa

Thank you Charlie and Janet for a brilliant and memorable experience. Can we do it again sometime?

Janet and Charlie were amazing hosts. They picked us up at the airport, hosted a lovely dinner with friends, and went out of their way to make sure we had a good time. We really appreciated the connection to the tennis club, the bikes, their advice on what to see and do, and their large network of friends. The house is gorgeous, and we so enjoyed sitting in the garden enjoying local wines. It was really the perfect way to explore the Marlborough area.

We thoroughly enjoyed Janet and Charlie's lovely modern home in Blenheim. We were greeted by family and neighbours and felt like we were really welcomed to the area. There is lots to do in this area of New Zealand and we would love to return. Many thanks Janet and Charlie for this exchange and for a wonderful holiday. Gaylene and Mark Weir