Richard & Esme
Australia
May 6, 2018 - May 13, 2018
Became a member in: 2011
Renewal Date: 31/Mar/2023
Widowed. Usually travel now with a girlfriend whose circumstances are similar. My apartment is a single storey 2BR unit 100mt from beautiful Palm Cove Beach. It has recently been completely renovated but I am unable today (16/9) to upload a 3D video I have of its features. My son is based in Henderson with the Navy and I would like to visit for about three weeks from Covid-free Cairns. It is our intention to be in WA for about 5-6 weeks but to travel after the first three weeks. Ideally we would like to fly over the third week in October, Covid willing.
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Fishing,
Motorhomes / Caravans,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
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Medical & Healthcare Professionals
Profession
Registered Nurse / Midwife (Retired)
Richard & Esme
Australia
Sue & Ben
Australia
Gary & Christine
Australia
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
No Children Please
Use of Personal Car is not possible
Open to all dates | Fremantle WA, Australia | Perth WA, Australia |
Open to all dates | Australia |
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Now looking for exchange opportunities after internal renovations completed late 2019. Non-simultaneous available.
Palm Cove is a northern beach suburb of Cairns on the Great Barrier Reef. It lies 50km south of Port Douglas and Mossman, the gateway to the World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest. Palm Cove has a relaxed village atmosphere and my home is an older style duplex, located just 80mtrs from the beach, restaurants and boutiques, adjacent to a protected nature reserve.
Of interest to the traveller would be snorkelling / diving / viewing the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef and islands, hiking the Daintree Rainforest, crocodile spotting in the rivers, all aspects of nature including sighting the endangered cassowary in its habitat and being charmed by the antics of the Ulysses butterfly. Local tourist operators also offer whitewater rafting, hot air ballooning, indigenous cultural experiences, skydiving, parasailing, deep sea fishing and the list goes on. There is local pick up for all activities.
Type
Apartment/ Main Residence
Amenities
Entertainment
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Quiet village atmosphere in the northernmost beach suburb of Cairns. Abundant melaleuca and palm trees create a sanctuary for a variety of birds and butterflies. Absolutely safe to walk around at night and as the apartment is just 100m from restaurants and the waterfront a car is not a necessity. All tour companies pick up locally for your days out and about
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
The World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef for diving and snorkelling. The Daintree Rainforest for hiking and crocodile spotting. Cairns Tropical Zoo. Tjapukai Cultural Centre where you can experience our indigenous Australian heritage. The Skyrail taking visitors to the quaint market village of Kuranda. Whitewater rafting. Hot air ballooning. The list goes on and on.
Restaurants and boutiques
Our favourite restaurants
Interesting day trips
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
My unit is a 2 bedroom one but I prefer that exchange guests are limited to just two persons.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2011
Renewal Date: 31/Mar/2023
Widowed. Usually travel now with a girlfriend whose circumstances are similar. My apartment is a single storey 2BR unit 100mt from beautiful Palm Cove Beach. It has recently been completely renovated but I am unable today (16/9) to upload a 3D video I have of its features. My son is based in Henderson with the Navy and I would like to visit for about three weeks from Covid-free Cairns. It is our intention to be in WA for about 5-6 weeks but to travel after the first three weeks. Ideally we would like to fly over the third week in October, Covid willing.
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Fishing,
Motorhomes / Caravans,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Medical & Healthcare Professionals
Profession
Registered Nurse / Midwife (Retired)
Richard & Esme
Australia
Sue & Ben
Australia
Gary & Christine
Australia
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