- Prague 11, Hlavnà město Praha, Czech Republic
- Jun 24, 2021 - Jul 31, 2021
In Antwerp as a local :-)
On our regular tours of Antwerp we often wondered what it must be to live in one of those typical Flemish city houses with decorated facades and incredibly high ceilings – and now we know! They are so high that you can even hang your bike underneath it and won't even touch it with your head! Luckily there were some bikes standing on the floor too, which made going around Antwerp ever so easy! Yet the nicest parts of residential Antwerp were just a few minutes by foot: the bustling square Dageraadsplaats with its many teraces, restaurants and playgrounds of all sorts and the absolutely adorable art-nouveau Cogels-Osylei with its voluptuously decorated villa's. We enjoyed our stay at Liesbeth's and Jo's house very much, both the house and the location are very convenient and pleasant.
Big house in the city center of Antwerp
Belgium - Antwerpen - Antwerpen
ID : BE00084243
Became a member in: 2014
Renewal Date: 15/Dec/2021
15Exchanges
88%Response Rate
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We are a family of five: my husband Jo, myself, our son Nathan and Jo's two older sons Timon and Milan (who live on their own now). We like relaxed vacations with a combination of citytrip and nature. So far, we have had 10 very nice exchanges. The oldest boys sometimes join us for vacations, but most of the time it will be the three of us.
About us
Additional languages spoken
English, French
Affinities
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Large Families,
Yoga / Meditation
Affiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Caregivers,
NGO workers,
Communty Service Volunteers
MoreLessProfession
I am a trainer-coach (communication skills), my partner Jo works with children (youth care)
Our personal links
Our house
Middle place with view on dining area
Living room (front)
Dining area and kitchen
Kitchen
Our hall
Bathroom (mezzanine, 1st place)
Bathroom (mezzanine, 2nd place)
Our room (1st floor)
Nathan's old room with high sleeper and sofa bed
Timon's old room (mezzanine), now Jo's office
Timon's old room (mezzanine) (now with normal bed)
Nathan's room (3rd floor), has now been renovated
Multifunctional room (2nd fl) Extra bed possible
Our small but cosy city garden
Dageraadplaats (5' walk)
Another view of the Dageraadplaats
Antwerp from the air
Historical center of Antwerp
Modern architecture in Antwerp
Monumental architecture in Antwerp
Art nouveau houses on the Cogels Osylei (10' walk)
Summer activities in Antwerp
Our family in 2014
- Sleeping capacity8
- Bedrooms4
- Bathrooms1
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Weekend Home Exchange
Hospitality Exchange Wanted
Homesit Offered
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Car Exchange is not offered
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Our Home For Exchange
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Open to short exchanges in 2021 or early 2022.
Antwerp is centrally located and has a lot to offer as a city. For more information, see 'neighbourhood' and 'attractions'.
We have a charming early 20th century house (ground floor + 3 floors) with a cosy city garden. There are 4 bedrooms (2 double and 2 single beds + sofabed), plus the possibility to arrange an extra bed in the 'multifunctional room'. Ground floor: hall, living room, open kitchen, dining area, toilet, garden. Mezzanine: bath room with toilet. 1st floor: 1 double & 1 single bedroom. Mezzanine: office + small single bedroom. 2nd floor: office & multifunctional room. 3rd floor: duplex bedroom with double bed and sofabed + attic. (Mind that some rooms have been rearranged in 2020, and not all the protographs are up-to-date yet).
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Main Residence
Amenities
- Dishwasher
- Clothes Washer
- Clothes Dryer
- Microwave Oven
- Equipped for Children
- Garden
- Heating
Entertainment
- DVD
- Internet access
- TV
- Wireless Internet (WiFi)
- Family Room / Playroom
Extras
- Use of bicycle(s)
Setting
- Urban
Neighbourhood
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Antwerp is known for its fashion, diamonds, port, architecture and rich history. But it also offers numerous opportunities for culture and entertainment, and has a lively 'hip' scene. The "Summer in Antwerp" and "Winter in Antwerp" festivals (respectively in July-Aug. and around Christmas) give an extra to that, with cultural events, pop up bars etc.
We live in a lively multicultural neighbourhood with a lot of young families. Our street is close to public transport and 'city bike' stations. Our neighbourhood is within the 'ring' (highway around Antwerp) and the historical center is about 15' by tram or bike. At walking distance we have 2 nice squares with restaurants, pubs and terraces. We live close to the "Zurenborg" district and het Cogels-Osylei, that is known for its beautiful neoclassical and art nouveau houses.
Outdoor Activities
- Biking
- Cultural Events
- Public Swimming Pool
- River
Leisure
- Park / Playground
- Cafés
- Gym / Health Club
- Restaurants
- Shopping
Cultural Activities
- Concerts
- Galleries
- Museums
- Opera
- Popular Monuments
- Theatre
Transport Nearby
- Bus
- Train Station
- Tram
- Underground Station
Neighbourhood Services
- Bakery
- Corner Shop
- Pharmacy
- Supermarket
Attractions
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
All architectural and cultural places of interest in Antwerp are close by. There are lots of possibilities to go out or go shopping, and there are nice things to do with children. At walking distance we have 2 nice squares with restaurants, pubs and terraces. The most famous is the Dageraadplaats, which is also very childfriendly (pubs: Zeezicht, Camping Campina, Moeskop, ... / restaurants: Overzicht, Overzee, Strand Van Oostende, El Warda,...). An upcoming place is the Moorkensplein (coffee house Mokakapot, pub Mombasa, restaurants Bar Luca and Miró).
Just outside the city center there are nice parks to walk and play, and there is a nature reserve (moorland) north of Antwerp (30' by car).
From Antwerp, there are good connections (by train or car) with other Belgian or Dutch cities as Brussels (30'), Ghent (50'), Bruges (1.20h) and Rotterdam (1.30h) or to the Belgian seaside (1.30h). (indicated times are by train)
Our favourite restaurants
- El Warda (Moroccan restaurant)
- Overzicht (local fresh food)
- De broers van Julienne (quiches, salads and sweet pies)
Cafés & bars
Leisure and cultural activities
- official touristic site of Antwerp
- Tripadvisor overview of most popular things to do in Antwerp
- Middelheim open air museum (sculptures), near Nachtegalenpark (see further)
Walks or jogging paths
- Park Rivierenhof (10' by bike)
- Kalmthoutse heide (moorland, 30' drive north of Antwerp)
- Stadspark (closest-by, with playground, skate ramp,...)
Health or fitness clubs
- swimming pool Plantin & Moretus
- Basic-fit
Interesting day trips
- Nachtegalenpark with play garden and brasserie (near Middelheim open air museum: see above)
- Park Spoor Noord (10' by bike): new park with (water) playgrounds, picknick area's, summer bar... Meeting place, especially in summer
- Brussels, Ghent, Bruges, Rotterdam,... or the seaside (by car or train)
Our Preferences
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
It is important to us to find the house neat and tidy when we get back.
Jo is a little allergic to cats, so we cannot stay in an house with (especially long haired) cats that stay inside.
We are looking for an exchange in the summer (7 to 12 days, best between 23/7 and 3/8), preferably a combination of city trip and nature. Our first choice would be in the surroundings of Copenhagen or London or the Lot area in France, but we are open to other suggestions. Apart for that, we are open for one or two shorter exchanges (weekend, long weekend or midweek in school vacations) not too far from Antwerp (< 200 km).
Conditions
- Children Welcome
- Pets Not Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Pet Care Offered
- Plant care is needed inside
Car Exchange
- Car Exchange is not offered
Home Exchange Type
- Simultaneous Home Exchange
- Weekend Home Exchange
- Hospitality Exchange Wanted
- Homesit Offered
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