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- Jun 4, 2020 - Jun 19, 2020
"Wyvernleigh" Brisbane, QLD
Australia - Queensland - Belmont
ID : AU11039
Became a member in: 2015
Renewal Date: 31/Oct/2021
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We are experienced home exchangers having been to Saint-Louis, France and several exchanges in Canada, USA and Mexico and looking forward to many more!
Married couple 66 & 62 John runs his own mortgage/finance broking business and Leigh is a primary school teacher. We are transitioning to retirement. Enthusiastic world travellers seeking new locations and adventures. Experienced home exchangers with previous homes in Brisbane and Mount Tamborine. Keen gardeners. We moved to Brisbane late 2017 to be close to our two daughters and grandchildren. Leigh is an avid reader. We both love wildlife photography.... just aren't real flash at it.
About us
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Pets,
Large Families,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Banking / Finance
Profession
Teacher/Mortgage Broker (Retired)
Our pets
Dog Louie
Welcome home
Manly
Brisbane River & CBD
11 Sierra Close
Back yard
With Louie in front yard
Heated pool
Living area looking to kitchen
New kitchen
New kitchen
Dining
Spare Bedroom
Guest bathroom
Local koala
Brush tailed possum
Galah in our bushland
Frog Mouth at Dairy Swamp
Master bedroom
Master bedroom walk-in robe
Master ensuite
Master ensuite
- Sleeping capacity4
- Bedrooms2
- Bathrooms2
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Weekend Home Exchange
Pet Care Needed
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Car Exchange is preferred
We are looking for a home exchange in ...
| Open to all dates | Northern Ireland, UK | England, UK | Scotland, UK |
| Open to all dates | Republic of Ireland | Wales, UK |
| Open to all dates | Hawaii, USA |
Our Home For Exchange
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Housesit already arranged for April - June 2021.
Fully detached single story house in suburban Brisbane with solar heated pool and garden; Hidden from view of all neighbours due to positioning and trees; Easy access to Brisbane International Airport; Public transport to shopping mall and city nearby. CBD within 20 minutes drive from house. Fully renovated in the past two years so it is all shiny and new for exchangees. Great place to relax after big days of sight-seeing and touring.
The house is best suited to one family since bedroom 3 is locked off as an office. We would arrange our own travels if a non-simultaneous exchange was proposed so the house is unoccupied during your stay.
Type
House - single floor/ Main Residence
Amenities
- Access for the disabled
- Air Conditioning
- Bathroom / toilet wheel chair accessible
- Dishwasher
- Clothes Washer
- Clothes Dryer
- Microwave Oven
- Peaceful Surroundings
- Privacy / Seclusion
- Equipped for Children
- Garden
- Heating
- Baby Equipment
- Garage
- Parking included
- Private Pool
- Terrace / Patio
Entertainment
- DVD
- Internet access
- TV
- Wireless Internet (WiFi)
- Family Room / Playroom
Setting
- Suburban
Neighbourhood
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Capital city of Queensland, Brisbane offers all that you could expect from a large metropolitan city. Neighbourhood shops within easy bike ride. Quiet suburban neighbourhood 20 minutes drive from CBD and 10 minutes to seaside suburbs Wynnum & Manly. Easy access to international and domestic airport via the Gateway motorway. Parks, bushland, canoe trail nearby. The photos of birds and koalas are from “Dairy Swamp” where we walk our dog most days. Our daughters live nearby to assist as required
Outdoor Activities
- Beach
- Biking
- Cultural Events
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Gym / Health Club
- Tennis
- Hiking
- Public Swimming Pool
- River
- Sailing
- Scuba Diving / Surfing
- Windsurfing
Leisure
- Park / Playground
- Cafés
- Gym / Health Club
- Restaurants
- Shopping
- Park / Playground
Cultural Activities
- Concerts
- Galleries
- Museums
- Opera
- 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
Because our area is a premier Australian tourist destination, there are numerous attractions and activities all within an hour of our home. These include the famous Gold Coast with its pristine beaches, surfing spots and theme parks. Above the Gold Coast is Mount Tamborine (our previous exchange home) which is part of the ancient Mt Warning volcano caldera with its rainforest environment, national parks and home to a wide range of exotic flora and fauna. Two hours north is Queensland's other major beach area, the Sunshine Coast.
Our favourite restaurants
Special places to shop
- Westfield Carindale
- Westfield Garden City
Leisure and cultural activities
Walks or jogging paths
- Mt Coot-tha
- Witches Chase & The Knoll National Parks
- Palm Grove & Jolah National Parks
Interesting day trips
- Mount Tamborine
- Gold Coast
- Boarder Ranges, Natural Arch, Binaburra, O"Rieleys, Sunshine Coast
Our Preferences
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
We need someone to house & dog sit for up to three months from April to June 2021 while we travel in Australia.
We are open to offers anywhere from 2022. Membership will be renewed for Oct. 2021
In the spirit of HomeLink exchanges we would seek to have our home left in the same condition that you will find it. We will leave a comprehensive folder of tourist attractions, activities and maps for your use.
Our 2016 Toyota Prado is available for simultaneous exchanges in 2022. We understand that significant kilometres will be accumulated on our vehicle while visiting Australia. However it is suggested that very long road trips are undertaken with a hire car. Likewise, we would not take long trips in your car.
We have an iKamper Skycamp 2.0 rooftop tent which fits on top of the Prado which is available for camping trips. All necessary camping gear.
Conditions
- Children Welcome
- Pets Not Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Pet Care Needed
- Plant care is needed outdoors
Car Exchange
- Car Exchange is preferred
Home Exchange Type
- Simultaneous Home Exchange
- Weekend Home Exchange
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