Tess & Dave
Australia
Apr 27, 2020 - May 11, 2020- Unable to do exchange because of COVID 19 pandemic
Unable to do exchange because of COVID 19 pandemic
Read Less...
Melbourne, 6k, S - Apartment - 1 floor
Australia - Victoria - St Kilda West
ID : AU14907
Became a member in: 2014
Renewal Date: 31/Aug/2023
6Exchanges
100%Response Rate
We are
- 2
- 0
Contact exchange Member
We are a retired couple who have recently downsized to an apartment overlooking the St Kilda Yatch Club. We have enjoyed many house-sits/exchanges and, after a short (COVID) lapse, hope to get going again, locally initially, and maybe overseas.
About us
Additional languages spoken
Italian
Affinities
Golf,
Plants & Gardens,
Fishing,
Skiing,
Hiking,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Retirees,
Seniors,
Caregivers,
Civil Service Professionals,
NGO workers,
Communty Service Volunteers
MoreLessProfession
Human Resources consultant/teacher (Retired)
13. Albert Park Lake, 15 minutes walk away.
Albert Park Village, 20 minutes walk.
St Kilda Boat harbour and penguin reserve
St Kilda West beach at sunrise
Pavillion resturaunt, over the road
Lounge
View from from front terrace
Bedroom
Bathroom
Lounge - dining area
Dining area
Our apartment Building
Tennis Court
Indoor heated pool/spa/sauna
Entry to our apartment building
- Sleeping capacity2
- Bedrooms1
- Bathrooms1
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Homesit Needed
Smoking Not Allowed
No Children Please
Use of Personal Car is possible
We are looking for a home exchange in ...
| Open to all dates | New South Wales, Australia | Paris, France | Tasmania, Australia |
Our Home For Exchange
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
We are a retired couple with connections to Italy. We are now considering overseas travel since COVID but will consider an exchange anywhere in Australia. Our apartment is compact, easy-to-maintain, ground floor with 2 patios - one overlooking the St Kilda Yatch club. We are within 10 minutes walk for each of 3 trams to Melbourne city. Ideally located as a base for exploring the southern States of Victoria and Tasmania. We are close to all transport - trams, trains, air and sea terminals and all the attractions of Melbourne and nearby St Kilda - shopping, theatres, galleries, night life, botanical gardens, jogging/sporting facilities, swimming pool complex, golf course, Albert Park lake, beaches and our excellent local food market.There are many very good restaurants and coffee shops within walking distance of our house. One and a half hours by car to the Great Ocean Road and the surf coast. Melbourne was until recently assessed "The Most Livable City in the World" by The Economist Intelligence Unit.
Type
Apartment/ Main Residence
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible
- Access for the disabled
- Air Conditioning
- Bathroom / toilet wheel chair accessible
- Dishwasher
- Clothes Washer
- Clothes Dryer
- Microwave Oven
- Security / Doorman
- View
- Furnished with Antiques
- Elevator Access
- Heating
- Garage
- Jacuzzi
- Private parking
- Sauna
- Terrace / Patio
Entertainment
- Internet access
- TV
- Wireless Internet (WiFi)
- Family Room / Playroom
Setting
- Suburban
- Waterfront
- Seaside
Neighbourhood
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
St Kilda is one of the oldest suburbs of Melbourne with heritage buildings and homes. It has been rejuvenated with many homes carefully and sensitively renovated. It is part of the progressive City of Port Phillip, based in St Kilda, centre of Melbourne night-life. It is a diverse, vibrant community with respect for the environment and social equity. Very friendly, helpful neighbours within the apartment complex. We have access to a pool, sauna and tennis court.
Outdoor Activities
- Beach
- Biking
- Cultural Events
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Gym / Health Club
- Tennis
- Lake
- Public Swimming Pool
- Sailing
- Windsurfing
Leisure
- Park / Playground
- Cafés
- Gym / Health Club
- Restaurants
- Shopping
- Park / Playground
Cultural Activities
- Concerts
- Galleries
- Museums
- Opera
- Popular Monuments
- Theatre
Transport Nearby
- Bus
- Train Station
- Tram
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 apartment we can walk the foreshore -1 km to St Kilda (pier, pubs, penguins, cafes, cake shops, restaurants) or 4kms to Port Melbourne. We shop at the amazing Sth Melbourne market - 4 stops on the tram - and the adjacent supermarket. If we want a coffee or a restaurant meal we walk around the corner or walk to Middle Park village, or 3 tram stops to Albert Park village. We walk, daily, along the beach or around nearby Albert Park lake. The bike path across the road goes either way around Port Phillip Bay for 10-15Kms. You can stop regularly for coffee and end at beach-side places for lunch. Hire bikes available.The near-by Sports and Aquatic Centre has many pools, including a 'wave-rider', and many indoor sports activities (squash, table tennis, badminton, basketball etc ) We can decide on the spur of the moment to go to the city, go for a walk, a concert or an event in one of Melbourne's city squares, all handy by tram. Every Sunday there are artisan markets at St Kilda or in the city.
Our favourite restaurants
- Village wine bar, Albert Park
- Ricardos, Albert Park
Cafés & bars
- Pavillion - across the road
- Frankie's, ST Kilda West
Special places to shop
- Gumtree, Middle Park
- Sth Melb Market
Leisure and cultural activities
- National Gallery of Victoria
- Melbourne Concert hall
- George Fairfax Theatre
Walks or jogging paths
- Albert Park Lake, Port Phillip Bay foreshore
- South Melb/St Kilda foreshore
- Melbourne Walks
Health or fitness clubs
- Kieser Training
- Melb Sports and Aquatic Centre
Interesting day trips
- Mornington Peninsula
- Healesville Sanctuary
- Yarra Valley wineries
Our Preferences
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
We are non-smokers and do not wish to host smokers. Because our apartment has limited 'garden' space (flower pots on patios) it is unsuitable for children. Please check our exchange preferences below
Conditions
- No Children Please
- Pets Not Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Plant Care Not Needed
Use of Personal Car
- Use of Personal Car is possible
Home Exchange Type
- Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
- Simultaneous Home Exchange
- Homesit Needed
Leader in home exchange since 1953
Over 70 years of home exchange experience
A worldwide network of home swappers with local support
Local home swap representatives around the world to assist you
Home Swapping in 5 Easy Steps
Travel, save and feel at home around the world!
