The Green House in East Austin
United States - Texas - Austin
ID : US00123219
Became a member in: 2022
Renewal Date: 13/Jun/2023
We are
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(The middle lady was our guide on a Holland bike trip.) We are a 60 year-old couple who are dependable and conscientious. I'm an electrical engineer and Nancy is retired from the State Bar of Texas. We both walk/bike/scuba. I also ski, make homebrew and play guitar. Nancy is an excellent illustrator.
I'm happy to actively work with you to help you make your visit as fun as possible.
About us
Affinities
Golf,
Plants & Gardens,
Fishing,
Watersports,
Skiing,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees,
Seniors,
Civil Service Professionals,
Law Professionals,
Technology Professionals,
Artists / Entertainment Industry,
Banking / Finance,
Construction ,
Science / Research,
Communty Service Volunteers
MoreLessProfession
Engineer (Retired)
- Sleeping capacity6
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms3
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Long-term Home Exchange
Sabbatical Home Exchange
Homesit Offered
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
We are looking for a home exchange in ...
| Oct 23, 2022 - Dec 31, 2023 | Europe | Netherlands | France |
| Oct 23, 2022 - Dec 31, 2023 | Germany | Belgium | Spain |
| Oct 23, 2022 - Dec 31, 2023 | Italy | Greece | Portugal |
| Oct 23, 2022 - Dec 31, 2023 | Open to all destinations |
Our Home For Exchange
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Hello. We greatly prefer simultaneous exchanges of at least a week in the USA and at 1+ months internationally. We are open to consider any destination.
Comparable VRBOs on our street rent for $750 to $1700 per night. We are not particular about ensuring cost equality with folks - just saying this is a really good location.
- Bedroom #1 is a Master bedroom with 1 King cool Tempurpedic adjustable bed, TV and bidet commode
- Bedroom #2 is office/bedroom with a "queen plus/super queen" extra wide well made and comfortable pull out couch/bed
- Bedroom #3 is an office only
- Up to 2 extra twin beds can be put in the loft area
- Thus we can accommodate up to 6 people - 2 couples (4 people) plus 2 individuals on twin beds
Inside is contemporary furniture, big 75" TV, well-stocked kitchen, and lots of games. Bar too... help yourself, but kindly replace if you finish a bottle.
Privately fenced back yard includes 2 shaded patios, hot tub, 2 relaxing fountains, 1 Weber gas grill & 1 Weber charcoal grill.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Main Residence
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Cleaning service available
- Dishwasher
- Clothes Washer
- Clothes Dryer
- Microwave Oven
- Privacy / Seclusion
- Garden
- Heating
- Garage
- Jacuzzi
- Private parking
- Terrace / Patio
Entertainment
- Internet access
- TV
- Wireless Internet (WiFi)
- Family Room / Playroom
Extras
- Use of bicycle(s)
Setting
- Urban
Neighbourhood
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
This is a small urban neighborhood surrounded by commercial property in a mostly gentrified, historically Hispanic area. All types of people are here - mostly older long-term residents and all ages of newer residents. A car is offered subject to negotiation but is not a requirement. We bike and walk 95% of the time. The area has changed enormously in the six years we've been here.
- 1.5 miles from downtown and 10 minutes from the airport
- Close to everything cool in trendy, gentrified East Austin's Holly Neighborhood
- Very near the east end of iconic 6th Street, a nightlife district that goes for 3.5 miles
- Rainey Street and South Congress nightlife districts are also quite close
- Area is flat and great for biking/walking
- Rentable scooters and bicycles all around
- Several coffee places, four craft brewers, dozens of bars & restaurants many with bands - all very close. The HEB supermarket is a 2 minute walk. GREAT BYOB jazz club called Monks is a 4 minute walk. Dominoes pizza across the street. UPS, Post Office, Austin Regional Clinic and 6 bus stops are a close walk. There are 2 train stations within walking distance.
- Outstanding biking/walking paths are very close - Town Lake, including canoe/standup paddle 0.7 miles away. Southern Walnut Creek and Boggy Creek bike/walk paths also quite close. University of Texas is not far and you can easily bike/Uber to games. Hike the awesome Greenbelt. Check out the amazing Barton Springs Pool. Do a Duckboat or Segway tour. Want to meet locals? The Thursday community bike ride meets close by and is a great way to meet interesting locals.
Outdoor Activities
- Beach
- Biking
- Cultural Events
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Diving
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Gym / Health Club
- Tennis
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Lake
- Public Swimming Pool
- Sailing
- Scuba Diving / Surfing
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
Neighbourhood Services
- Bakery
- Corner Shop
- Pharmacy
- Supermarket
Attractions
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
- Several coffee places, four craft brewers, dozens of bars & restaurants - many with bands - all very close. The HEB supermarket is a 2 minute walk. GREAT BYOB jazz club called Monks is a 4 minute walk. Dominoes pizza across the street. UPS, Post Office, Austin Regional Clinic and 6 bus stops are a close walk. There are 2 train stations within walking distance.
- Outstanding biking/walking paths are very close - Town Lake, including canoe/standup paddle 0.7 miles away. Southern Walnut Creek and Boggy Creek bike/walk paths also quite close. University of Texas is not far and you can easily bike/Uber to games. Hike the awesome Greenbelt. Check out the amazing Barton Springs Pool. Do a Duckboat or Segway tour. Want to meet locals? The Thursday community bike ride meets close by and is a great way to meet interesting locals.
NEARBY COOL STUFF
- Day trip to nearby San Antonio and do the River Walk or bike the Mission Trail
- Day trip to Fredricksburg/Enchanted Rock/wineries
- Day trip to Johnson City and visit the LBJ Ranch
- Visit several nearby caves (6 or so)
- Go to Dallas/Fort Worth or Houston for a few days
Our favourite restaurants
- La Barbeque
- Juniper
- Justine's
Cafés & bars
- Lazarus Brewing (13 minute walk)
- La Holly (bar, 2 min walk)
- Elephant Room (great jazz bar downtown)
Special places to shop
- South Congress area (3.5 mi, 20 min by bicycle)
- Farmers Market - Republic Square (can ride bike or Uber)
- Barton Square Mall
Leisure and cultural activities
- Monk's jazz club (4 min walk. Awesome musicians.)
- The Historic Scoot Inn (Very good live music. Outdoor)
- White Horse Tavern (live music every night)
Walks or jogging paths
- Town Lake Trail (excellent downtown walk/jog/bike trail)
- Southern Walnut Creek trail (10 miles out & 10 back)
- Boggy Creek Trail (also excellent)
Health or fitness clubs
- Planet Fitness
Interesting day trips
- San Antonio - The Alamo, Riverwalk, Mission Trail
- Natural Bridge Caverns
- Tubing San Marcos River
Our Preferences
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
Be responsible. No crazy parties. Respect the neighbors. Don't make a huge mess. Have fun.
Conditions
- Children Welcome
- Pets Not Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Pet Care Offered
- Plant Care Not Needed
Use of Personal Car
- Use of Personal Car is possible
Home Exchange Type
- Simultaneous Home Exchange
- Long-term Home Exchange
- Sabbatical Home Exchange
- Homesit Offered
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