Happy House Melbourne
Australia - Victoria - Highett
ID : AU00115216
Became a member in: 2019
Renewal Date: 31/Oct/2021
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We’re a busy retired couple.
We enjoy family, food, wine, socialising, travel, music and art.
Our gymnasium memberships allow us to work out and swim regularly.
Because our neighbourhood is multi-cultural and friendly we enjoy a great relationships with our neighbours, sometimes getting together socially.
Within walking distance from our front door we love the many parks, shops, bars and cafes.
About us
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Retirees,
Seniors,
Technology Professionals,
Artists / Entertainment Industry,
Fashion
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- Sleeping capacity4
- Bedrooms2
- Bathrooms2
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Homesit Offered
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Car Exchange is offered/negotiable
We are looking for a home exchange in ...
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Our Home For Exchange
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Our home is a modern terrace house.
It’s contemporary and full of colour. Artworks by Australia artists adorn the walls.
The furniture is a mix of Mid 20th Century and contemporary pieces.
It contains all the modern conveniences and appliances you require to ensure a comfortable stay.
It’s fully self contained and private with WiFi, heating and cooling. We have a car available should you be interested.
Level One:
External courtyard, fully furnished, BBQ
Open plan lounge and dining.
Fully equipped modern kitchen.
Two car garage adjacent to the kitchen.
Powder room and laundry.
Level Two:
Bed 1 = KS bed
Bed 2 = QS bed
Study
Main bathroom
En-suite bathroom
Recreation room with TV.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Main Residence
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Clothes Washer
- Clothes Dryer
- Microwave Oven
- Privacy / Seclusion
- Heating
- Garage
- Parking included
- Terrace / Patio
Entertainment
- DVD
- Internet access
- TV
- Wireless Internet (WiFi)
- Family Room / Playroom
Setting
- Urban
Neighbourhood
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Melbourne is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city.
It’s got everything you need for an exciting holiday.
We have a modern public transport system which enables access to a wide range of activities and experiences.
Cultural:
Galleries, Museums, Theatres, History
Architecture and Festivals of all types
Indigenous Culture and our multi-cultural population
Leisure:
Parks, Gardens, Bayside Beaches and Rivers
Culinary:
Restaurants, Bars, Cafes, Markets, and of course Coffee, Coffee, Coffee.
Sport Facilities:
If you want to participate you’ll find it in Melbourne
Major Sports Events:
Australian Open Tennis
Australian Grand Prix
Australian Test Cricket
Melbourne Cup Carnival
One hour out of Melbourne you’ll discover
The Australian Bush and its native animals
World renowned wineries
The Surf Coast
The Greta Ocean Road
Ski Resorts
Spa Resorts
Our suburb is called Highett
Highett is 16kms south east of central Melbourne.
Highett is full of high quality cafes, restaurants, parks and playgrounds.
There’s a Supermarket, bakery, butchers, nail and massage salons etc within two minutes walk from the front door.
Amenities in the area include a beautiful beach, yacht clubs, golf courses, bicycle paths, skateboard ramps, gymnasiums, swimming pools, libraries, art galleries and movie theatres.
Some can be reached by walking. Others by train, bus or car.
Highett is well served by doctors, dentists and pharmacists.
Our home is two minutes walk from the bus and train services.
Outdoor Activities
- Beach
- Biking
- Cultural Events
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Diving
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Gym / Health Club
- Tennis
- Lake
- Public Swimming Pool
- Sailing
- Scuba Diving / Surfing
- Windsurfing
Leisure
- Park / Playground
- Cafés
- Gym / Health Club
- Restaurants
- Shopping
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
Highett is a cosmopolitan area. You will find cafes, bars and restaurants with a wide variety of food and beverages one minute walk from our house. The range is exciting.
Westfield Shopping Centre is one train stop from our door. That’s about two minutes away. It’s a major centre for Department Stores, Movie Theaters and Restaurants.
There are numerous parks where you can walk, picnic and play.
Hampton Beach is clean and safe for swimming, boating, kite-surfing and kayaking. It’s 10 minutes drive away or 20 minutes by bus.
Waves Leisure Centre is very popular. There’s a gymnasium and full size Olympic pool and a wide range of classes for those who enjoy being active.
You’ll find both indoor and outdoor bowling close by too.
Libraries
Local craft breweries
Wetland area with varied bird life, native plants and trees
Our favourite restaurants
- ‘Ngon’ Vietnamese and Asian Restaurant
- ‘Hot Lips Hacienda’ Mexican Restaurant and Bar
- Matteos Pizza Restaurant
Cafés & bars
- Diplomat - modern Australian food
- Hawker Bar
- Banh Street - Vietnamese street food
Special places to shop
- Westfield Southland Shopping Centre - Cheltenham
- Hampton Street - Hampton
- Chadstone Shopping Centre - Australia's fashion capital
Leisure and cultural activities
- Shirley Burke Theatre - Kingston Arts
- Highett Library
- Waves Leisure Centre
Walks or jogging paths
- GL Basterield Park - walking
- Bayside Beach - walking and jogging
- Karkarook Park - walking, jogging and fishing
Health or fitness clubs
- Waves Leisure Centre
- Royal Melbourne Golf Club
- Moorabbin Archery Club
Interesting day trips
- Yarra Valley food and wine tours
- Port Phillip Bay ferry rides
- Healsville Sanctuary - native Australian animals
Our Preferences
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
Please leave our home as clean and tidy as you find it
No parties
Conditions
- Children Welcome
- Pets Not Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Plant care is needed inside
- Plant care is needed outdoors
Car Exchange
- Car Exchange is offered/negotiable
Home Exchange Type
- Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
- Simultaneous Home Exchange
- Homesit Offered
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