Margreth
Netherlands
Feb 14, 2024 - Mar 11, 2024
Became a member in: 2018
Renewal Date: 30/Oct/2024
My husband David and I live on the beach at Maroochydore on the Sunshine Coast. We are retired but lead an active and social life.
We are gym members where we box, yoga etc. golf, squash, sail, surf, climb, walk, dance given a chance and all of this is only a short drive in our car. Drive or walk to supermarkets, cafes, restaurants etc. We go to almost any musical concert etc. in the area plus bands at the local surf clubs, again just a walk or short drive. Movie theatre, lots of entertainment at the week end with bands, concerts, jazz, live theatre. Scuba diving and fishing is very popular.
We lived in the Middle East for many years before retiring in 2006 and moving to the Sunshine Coast. Brisbane city is only just over an hours drive. We go to Brisbane about every 2 - 3 months for what we call our " City Fix "
We also enjoy wining and dining.
Affinities
Golf,
Watersports,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
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Smoking Not Allowed
No Children Please
Use of Personal Car is necessary
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Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Beachside Apartment living on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland.
Master bedroom, Second Bedroom has fold down Sofa bed, two ensuite bathrooms, ensuite off master bedroom has a very large spa bath, media room, sea facing balcony, combined lounge, dining areas, fully self contained kitchen with all modern appliances. We are on level 12 of a 14th floor Resort.
On level 2 there is a lap pool and spa. On level 14 also has a spa and bbq and general entertaining area.
Central heating/airconditioned.
Toyota Camry Hybrid 4 door saloon
Secure parking in the basement. Car parking space is the same number as the apartment 1203.
Tour Desk at Reception.
Downstairs there are a few coffee shops and restaurants.
Type
Apartment/ Main Residence
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
All the residents in the building are our friends so you will be well looked after when enquiring about restaurants, beach activities, movies, cafes etc. and all out door activities.
Beach on the door step, plus many cafes just a 5 minute walk away, also mini mart across the road and supermarket also a 5 minute walk.
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
If you wish to know all about dining, shopping, art, relaxation, maps go to www.thebookreview.com.au. Water sports, wineries, hinterland, push bike riding (use ours) golf (use ours) a number of quality clubs nearby, squash, movies, under water world, scuba diving, fishing etc.
Beaches galore (mostly patrolled), many and varied tourist drives, art trails, 3 gyms in the immediate area, kilometers of flat walking along beached or paths.
For the keen fisherman there is the river, ocean or offshore fishing. Horse riding, tandem skydiving. Nearby horse racing at Caloundra.
Known worldwide Noosa - is 30 minutes away and the Heritage Listed Fraser Island, can be reached in less than 2 hours.
All things Sunshine Coast - www.visitsunshinecoast.com
Animal encounters - many in the immediate area including the World Renowned Australia Zoo
Ginger Factory, Big Pineapple for fun day out.
There are 25 markets from Wednesday through to Sunday including the Iconic Eumundi Markets.
Hinterland is an area at a higher elevation, and a 20 minute drive, this is home of Potters. Painters, Leather workers, Glass Artisans, Timber and Stone Carvers and precious metals and endless array antique shops.
www.hinterlandtourism.com.au
Our favourite restaurants
Cafés & bars
Special places to shop
Leisure and cultural activities
Walks or jogging paths
Health or fitness clubs
Interesting day trips
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
We would prefer to have 2 adults in our apartment and a small child would also be welcomed.
Please leave the apartment as clean and tidy as when you arrived.
Most importantly enjoy our home and surrounds.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2018
Renewal Date: 30/Oct/2024
My husband David and I live on the beach at Maroochydore on the Sunshine Coast. We are retired but lead an active and social life.
We are gym members where we box, yoga etc. golf, squash, sail, surf, climb, walk, dance given a chance and all of this is only a short drive in our car. Drive or walk to supermarkets, cafes, restaurants etc. We go to almost any musical concert etc. in the area plus bands at the local surf clubs, again just a walk or short drive. Movie theatre, lots of entertainment at the week end with bands, concerts, jazz, live theatre. Scuba diving and fishing is very popular.
We lived in the Middle East for many years before retiring in 2006 and moving to the Sunshine Coast. Brisbane city is only just over an hours drive. We go to Brisbane about every 2 - 3 months for what we call our " City Fix "
We also enjoy wining and dining.
Affinities
Golf,
Watersports,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees,
Seniors,
NGO workers,
Communty Service Volunteers
MoreLessProfession
Retired Electrical Engineer (Retired)
Margreth
Netherlands
Kristin and Halldor
Iceland
Nice apartment in a high-rise building, close to the sea and the shore. A lot of restaurants nearby. The whole area was a great holiday resort.
Read Less...Klaus und Ulrike
Germany
We felt at home from the very beginning and had an unforgettable time thanks to the generosity, warmheartedness and humour of our exchange partners wi...
Read More...We felt at home from the very beginning and had an unforgettable time thanks to the generosity, warmheartedness and humour of our exchange partners with whom we have become friends during this time.
Read Less...France et Jacques
Canada
Claire and David are a welcoming couple and very easy to communicate. Their house is perfect and, what an amazing view from the balcony! We appreciate...
Read More...Claire and David are a welcoming couple and very easy to communicate. Their house is perfect and, what an amazing view from the balcony! We appreciated the sea, the cycling paths and the superb parks surrounding where we can walk admiring the faboulous nature.
Read Less...Lorna & David
United Kingdom
Sandy and Judi
United Kingdom
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