This was our first Exchange. Chris and Paul made it all very easy with great communications. Their apartment is in a fabulous location with an expan...
Read More...Francine et Pierre-André
France
Dec 29, 2023 - Jan 8, 2024
Became a member in: 2020
Renewal Date: 30/Apr/2024
We are a retired couple who have travelled extensively including two years in England cruising our narrow boat.
We enjoy rambling and have walked the South Downs Way (Sussex) and part of the South West Coast path (Cornwall)
We have lived in most states of Australia and have explored our home country extensively. We are keen to continue our love of travel, both overseas and in Australia.
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Watersports,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts
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Retirees
Our pets
toy poodle named Remy
Francine et Pierre-André
France
Francine et Pierre-André
Switzerland
Ric
Australia
This was our first Exchange. Chris and Paul made it all very easy with great communications. Their apartment is in a fabulous location with an expan...
Read More...This was our first Exchange. Chris and Paul made it all very easy with great communications. Their apartment is in a fabulous location with an expansive outlook including to the ocean. There are large windows from the living area with full length auto blinds, however, we could not bring ourselves to close them and shut out the view. Very comfortable and relaxing. It is easily walkable to town for shops and restaurants and a short drive to so many locations. We went on a river cruise on the Coorong which was very interesting, walked Granite Island, rode the Cockle Train, cycled in the hills and lunched many places. Thank you Chris and Paul.
Read Less...Janice
United Kingdom
Thank you Chris and Paul for allowing us to stay in be your lovely spacious apartment. We had a great time .
Read Less...Winston & Joy
Australia
Wendy
Australia
We had a very comfortable stay in Paul and Chris's lovely 2nd floor apartment. It was an added bonus to be able to take our small dog Milo on holiday ...
Read More...We had a very comfortable stay in Paul and Chris's lovely 2nd floor apartment. It was an added bonus to be able to take our small dog Milo on holiday with us! The large balcony had a great seview, and we really enjoyed exploring such a beautiful area, with lots of beaches, cafes and wineries close by. Thanks so much Paul and Chris!
Read Less...John
Australia
Their new apartment was huge, well planned and very comfortable and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay - Victor Harbor is a real tourist destination and t...
Read More...Their new apartment was huge, well planned and very comfortable and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay - Victor Harbor is a real tourist destination and there is always something to do or see. They are a lovely couple and we got on very well with them!
Read Less...Barry & Rachel
Australia
Chris and Paul are great hosts and their home is very comfortable. Unfortunately we both acquired Covid during the train journey from Perth to Adelaid...
Read More...Chris and Paul are great hosts and their home is very comfortable. Unfortunately we both acquired Covid during the train journey from Perth to Adelaide so saw very little of the area. We are very grateful to Chris and Paul for extending our stay to cover our isolation.
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Simultaneous Home Exchange
Long-term Home Exchange
Homesit Offered
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
Open to all dates | Open to all destinations |
Open to all dates | Australia |
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
180sqmetre Luxurious Town Centre second floor apartment with lift. Sea Views and only metres to the Beach.
Modern, sleek, stylish, spacious with luxury features throughout. Two generous, light and airy bedrooms, two bathrooms, huge living area with large balcony.
Two under cover car parking spaces, sparkling swimming pool and flood lit Tennis Court.
Walking distance to shops, cafes
Type
Apartment/ Main Residence
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Victor Harbor is the main town for the Fleurieu Peninsula approx one hours drive to Adelaide and is South Australia's premier beach resort so does become busy during holidays which adds vibrancy to the town.
We are in a residential area, close to surf and swimming beaches with magnificent coastal walks. Cafes and restaurants and only a short stroll to the town centre.
Numerous places of natural beauty are a short distance away and world renowned wine growing areas including McLaren Vale, Langhorne Creek and the Adelaide Hills can be accessed within 45 minutes.
Ferries to Kangaroo Island, a sanctuary for wildlife and natural rugged beauty, depart from Cape Jarvis, a short drive from Victor Harbor.
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
walk the Heysen trail, explore wineries at McLaren Vale, Adelaide Hills and Langhorne Creek.
Catch a ferry to Kangaroo Island.
Day trips to Adelaide (one hour drive or daily bus service) for the museums, galleries and numerous cafes and restaurants with cuisine from all around the world or visit the famous Adelaide markets for a gourmet experience.
Take a boat tour to the Coorong and Murray river mouth or take a trip on the iconic Cockle train from Victor Harbor to Goolwa.
explore our beautiful coastline and pristine surf and safe swimming beaches.
wander through the antique stores at Strathalbyn.
take a trip up the Murray from Goolwa on 1908 paddle steamer The Oscar.
Ride a horse drawn double decker tram across the causeway from Victor town centre to Granite Island.
Spend a day touring the Fleurieu Peninsula. Visit our Whale Watch Centre see migrating whales in the season.
Our favourite restaurants
Cafés & bars
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
No smoking.
We have a small toy poodle who would travel with us for house swaps in Australia when it can be arranged however we do have arrangements for his care when this is not possible. Remy is well trained and does not sit or jump on furniture. As he is a poodle he does not shed hair or have doggy smells.
Enjoy our wonderful home and the area we live in.
Please leave the apartment as neat, clean and tidy as we left it.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2020
Renewal Date: 30/Apr/2024
We are a retired couple who have travelled extensively including two years in England cruising our narrow boat.
We enjoy rambling and have walked the South Downs Way (Sussex) and part of the South West Coast path (Cornwall)
We have lived in most states of Australia and have explored our home country extensively. We are keen to continue our love of travel, both overseas and in Australia.
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Watersports,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees
Our pets
toy poodle named Remy
Francine et Pierre-André
France
Francine et Pierre-André
Switzerland
Ric
Australia
This was our first Exchange. Chris and Paul made it all very easy with great communications. Their apartment is in a fabulous location with an expan...
Read More...This was our first Exchange. Chris and Paul made it all very easy with great communications. Their apartment is in a fabulous location with an expansive outlook including to the ocean. There are large windows from the living area with full length auto blinds, however, we could not bring ourselves to close them and shut out the view. Very comfortable and relaxing. It is easily walkable to town for shops and restaurants and a short drive to so many locations. We went on a river cruise on the Coorong which was very interesting, walked Granite Island, rode the Cockle Train, cycled in the hills and lunched many places. Thank you Chris and Paul.
Read Less...Janice
United Kingdom
Thank you Chris and Paul for allowing us to stay in be your lovely spacious apartment. We had a great time .
Read Less...Winston & Joy
Australia
Wendy
Australia
We had a very comfortable stay in Paul and Chris's lovely 2nd floor apartment. It was an added bonus to be able to take our small dog Milo on holiday ...
Read More...We had a very comfortable stay in Paul and Chris's lovely 2nd floor apartment. It was an added bonus to be able to take our small dog Milo on holiday with us! The large balcony had a great seview, and we really enjoyed exploring such a beautiful area, with lots of beaches, cafes and wineries close by. Thanks so much Paul and Chris!
Read Less...John
Australia
Their new apartment was huge, well planned and very comfortable and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay - Victor Harbor is a real tourist destination and t...
Read More...Their new apartment was huge, well planned and very comfortable and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay - Victor Harbor is a real tourist destination and there is always something to do or see. They are a lovely couple and we got on very well with them!
Read Less...Barry & Rachel
Australia
Chris and Paul are great hosts and their home is very comfortable. Unfortunately we both acquired Covid during the train journey from Perth to Adelaid...
Read More...Chris and Paul are great hosts and their home is very comfortable. Unfortunately we both acquired Covid during the train journey from Perth to Adelaide so saw very little of the area. We are very grateful to Chris and Paul for extending our stay to cover our isolation.
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