Mary and Graham
United Kingdom
Mar 15, 2020 - May 15, 2020
Byron Bay ..20k N. Light, airy beachhouse.
Australia - NSW - Byron Bay, 20k, N
ID : AU11655
Became a member in: 2015
Renewal Date: 30/Jun/2023
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We are Wendy and David; an active, retired couple having both enjoyed careers as teachers and subsequently as Avocado farmers. We have two adult daughters, both back in Australia now after living overseas for some years and two gorgeous grandchildren who often tempt us to Canberra rather than Paris, London or Rome. We moved to the lovely small beachside enclave that is Fern Beach 10 years ago and still love our 'beach holiday' and the many opportunities for adventure that camping and home exchange offer us.
We have been members of 'homelink' on and off since 2004 and have made many wonderful friends and successful exchanges over the years. We took a short break from our membership in 2014/15 before joining again later that year. We look forward to continuing our travels and enjoying the friendships that we find along the way.
About us
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Watersports,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Retirees,
Seniors,
Science / Research
MoreLessProfession
Teachers / Avocado farmers (Retired)
Front view of house
Wendy and David
Open plan living area (upstairs).
3rd bedroom downstairs
Looking to downstairs living area
Downstairs bathroom
Our home, side view.
Outdoor deck areas
Living area
Dining area
Living room
Main bedroom (upstairs).
Main bedroom
3rd bedroom (downstairs).
Kitchen (upstairs).
Downstairs living area
Our local village, Brunswick Heads
Byron Bay looking northwards to our beach
Through the reserve to our beach
Our beach, looking towards Byron Bay
- Sleeping capacity6
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms2
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Long-term Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
No Children Please
Use of Personal Car is possible
We are looking for a home exchange in ...
| Open to all dates | England, UK |
| Open to all dates | Australia |
| Open to all dates | New Zealand |
Our Home For Exchange
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
** WE ARE NOT LOOKING TO EXCHANGE TO THE UK IN 2024**
Our home is in subtropical northern New South Wales, a delightful area of outstanding natural beauty.
We have a very comfortable contemporary beach house at Fern Beach just a level 200 metre walk through natural bushland reserve to the surf. It is a two storey home with main bedroom, ensuite, kitchen, living, dining etc upstairs and three decks with barbeque/outdoor settings from which to choose. Downstairs there are two more bedrooms, bathroom and second living area, also with an outdoor terrace. There is plenty of natural light in every room and a peaceful ambience of ‘indoor/outdoor living’. Ceiling fans and coastal breezes keep the house pleasantly cool.
Our beach overlooks Byron Bay (Australia's most easterly point) to the south and is bordered by the beautiful Brunswick estuary whilst northwards it joins the delightful Tweed coast. We are 1 1/2 hrs. south of Brisbane and a 1/2 hr sth of the Queensland Gold Coast (both with airports). All destinations are easily accessible from our area and there is a Sat/Nav available in the car (A late model automatic Mazda 3.)
Byron Shire has a particularly diverse and interesting local culture with many Music, Arts and Literary events throughout the year. Also there are many outdoor activities and attractions to enjoy, including sea kayaking with the Dolphins, surfing, scuba diving, snorkelling, sky diving and hot air ballooning.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Main Residence
Amenities
- Balcony / Deck
- Cleaning service available
- Dishwasher
- Clothes Washer
- Clothes Dryer
- Microwave Oven
- Peaceful Surroundings
- Garden
- Heating
- Garage
- Private parking
- Terrace / Patio
Entertainment
- DVD
- Internet access
- TV
- Wireless Internet (WiFi)
- Family Room / Playroom
Extras
- None
Setting
- Seaside
Neighbourhood
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
We live in a very quiet cul-de-sac directly behind the beach and reserve. Our neighbourhood is particularly welcoming with a lovely spirit of community. There is a small park and free neighbourhood tennis court 50 metres from our front door and next to the beach access 'boardwalk'. The Country Club with excellent Golf course and Bowling greens is a 5 minute drive and the local shops just 2 minutes further.
Byron Bay, famous for it's beauty and water sports; surfing, diving and kayaking with the Dolphins, Whale watching and panoramic coastline is just twenty minutes by car and a fifteen km walk along the beach. The small and very popular village of Brunswick Heads, with it's delightful river and estuary is our nearest 'go to' for fishing but we are spoilt for choices of swim spots with the beach in front, the river behind and nearby and so many 'favourites' for swimming and walking, all within a 'stone's throw' of home. The nearby hinterland offers quite a different experience with tropical rainforests, wildlife, ancient volcanic Caldera landscape and amazing views. Our local area does offer a great diversity of natural, cultural, sporting and creative attractions ...but also simply the peace of a gentle neighbourhood with every possibility at your doorstep.
Outdoor Activities
- Beach
- Biking
- Cultural Events
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Diving
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Gym / Health Club
- Tennis
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Lake
- Public Swimming Pool
- River
- Sailing
- Scuba Diving / Surfing
- Windsurfing
Leisure
- Park / Playground
- Cafés
- Gym / Health Club
- Restaurants
- Shopping
Cultural Activities
- Concerts
- Galleries
- Museums
- Theatre
Transport Nearby
- Bus
- Car Necessary
Neighbourhood Services
- Bakery
- Corner Shop
- Pharmacy
- Supermarket
Attractions
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
From our house, it’s a short walk along the beach [or street] to our local corner shop and cafe [very good], with another popular venue ‘The Yum Yum Tree’ just a little further at New Brighton [also very good]. Our closest seaside village Brunswick Heads, is excellent for shopping, coffee, dining, fresh prawns off the boat and of course swimming, kayaking, paddling and fishing.. a beautiful spot 5 minutes by car. Mullumbimby is also a very popular little town with an interesting and diverse ‘vibe’ that is also showcased in the many unusual shops, cafe’s, restaurants and markets. Byron Bay is 20 minutes from us and offers every experience a visitor could wish ..however the best thing about the Bay is it’s own natural beauty!
Our favourite restaurants
- ‘Fleet’ in Brunswick Heads
- 'Fins'. At Salt, near Kingscliff
- Kingscliff Pub.
Cafés & bars
- 'Yum Yum Tree'. New Brighton
- 'Torakina'. Brunswick Heads
- Ocean Shores Country Club
Special places to shop
- Anywhere- Brunswick Heads
- Anywhere- Mullumbimby
- Anywhere- Byron Bay
Leisure and cultural activities
- Mullumbimby Music Festival
- Byron Bay Writers Festival. (July)
- 'Blues and Roots' Music Festival. (Easter/Byron Bay)
Walks or jogging paths
- Mt. Warning Rainforest and heritage walk (Murwillumbah).
- O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat. Lamington Plateau
- Watego's Beach to BB Lighthouse walk/ All local beaches!
Health or fitness clubs
- Brunswick Heads Gym. Yoga/Exercise classes.
- Ocean Shores Gym.
- Brunswick Heads 'Boot Camp'.
Interesting day trips
- Murwillumbah Information Centre and Caldera/ loop drive.
- O'Reilleys Rainforest Retreat. Lamington Plateau.
- Mt.Warning rainforest walk
Our Preferences
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
We prefer exchanges with couples/no children but we do have some flexibility here.
Our plant care requirements are minimal. ; watering two or three outdoor pot plants and a couple of 'pet trees' in the garden when dry.
We have all home/car information, maps, further tourist information and tips to make your stay seamless and enjoyable in our House books.
Conditions
- No Children Please
- Pets Not Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Plant care is needed outdoors
Use of Personal Car
- Use of Personal Car is possible
Home Exchange Type
- Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
- Simultaneous Home Exchange
- Long-term Home Exchange
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