Gabriele
Austria
Jul 26, 2016 - Aug 9, 2016
Became a member in: 2010
Renewal Date: 15/Aug/2019
Affinities
Golf,
Skiing,
Hiking,
Motorhomes / Caravans,
Foodies,
The Arts
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Profession
Civil Service
Gabriele
Austria
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is preferred
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Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Our family home is situated in St Leonards, Exeter just a short walk from the Historic Quay and vibrant City Centre. Our 5 bedroom/2 bathroom house has been completely re modernised and extends over 3 floors. Our house was built in the 1920s and is a hundred year old. It has been fully modernised whilst keeping all its original features. We are less than a ten minute's walk to the High Street and our beautiful Cathedral and only 2 minutes walk to the historic Exeter Quay. Exeter is the perfect place to explore the South West and visit Dartmoor and Exmoor. London is 2 hours away on the fast train (the train station is a ten minute walk) and Exeter airport is only 5 miles away. You can reach many UK and European cities on the airline Fly Be. We have a Toyota Avensis available or a smaller new Honda Jazz for car swop.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Second home
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Entertainment
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Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
St Leonards is the most popular area to live In Exeter. We are located close to the Cathedral, some excellent private schools, numerous walks and cycle paths of the River Exe. The historic Quay is minutes walk away as is the city with its selection of theatre's, cinemas, museum, and leisure facilities. As a family we have travelled extensively. We have lived in London and North Devon but living in Exeter has surpassed all these experiences. The city is very friendly and was recently voted one of the best places to live in the UK. As a family we spend time on the beaches and are constantly exploring the local countryside. We are close to areas of outstanding beauty and a short drive away from the Jurassic Coast which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Exeter is a Roman walled City with interesting guided walks where you can experience the underground tunnels.
We really love this City with its closeness to the beaches, countryside and London.
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Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
There are numerous attractions in Exeter and the surrounding countryside of Devon. We love to go on long bike rides, visit the castle quarter, the Cathedral, the Guildhall, and the Theatre. We also love to visit Dartmoor and Exmoor. In the Summer you can attend special events in the parks. We love the many different independent coffee shops and restraunts. One of our favourite little shops is Rolys fudge shop just off the high street. A stones throw from our house is the Exeter Historic Quayside. You can go on long bike rides from here, kayak, fish and climb. We also like the train connections to London as it is only 2 hours away. We have a Toyota Avensis which we are willing to swop. Devon has many activities and living in our house we are spoilt with having them all on our doorstep. We would be more than happy to make recommendations to families visiting but would also sign post you in the direction of the Devon tourist board website.
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Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
Strictly No Smoking -
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2010
Renewal Date: 15/Aug/2019
Affinities
Golf,
Skiing,
Hiking,
Motorhomes / Caravans,
Foodies,
The Arts
MoreLessAffiliations
Veterans & Military ,
Civil Service Professionals
Profession
Civil Service
Gabriele
Austria
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