Became a member in: 2019
Renewal Date: 29/Apr/2019
48 year old business owner, avid reader, and history buff. Non smoker. Passionate about travelling. Love solo travelling and recently enjoyed a trip with my 13 year old. Open to exchanges with and without her. My home is suitable for children.
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Hiking,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Yoga / Meditation
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Profession
Business Owner
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Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
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Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Cosy 3 level townhouse in a leafy quiet area of the capital of Canada. Lots of light. Parks, playgrounds, library, cycling and hiking trails within minutes. 25 minutes by transit to the downtown core to visit the Parliament Buildings, the Rideau Canal, the National Art Gallery, and more.
Cedar deck overlooks the small back yard with a garden and full size trampoline (open from spring until fall).
Master bedroom with a queen sized bed + kids room with twin bed. I've made the other bedroom into my yoga room, which you can use for yoga or exercise. Full bathroom + powder room.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Main Residence
Amenities
Entertainment
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Our neighbourhood is a tiny pocket of homes tucked away off major streets. We get no through-traffic and it is very quiet and safe. The neighbourhood borders parkland which has a paved and lit path, tennis courts (free), open playgrounds for kids, a community centre, and a public library.
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Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
There is a 24 hour convenience store at the corner, along with a gas station and yes - a Tim Hortons. This is Canada - there are lots of Tim Hortons! My neighbourhood is called Greenboro because of the extensive parks and green space. There are tennis courts (free), paved and lit paths ideal for cycling, walking, and running. A community centre and public library is just down the street, with soccer fields, wading pool, and children's playground behind it.
South Keys is a shopping centre 2.5 km away, and Billings Bridge and St Laurent Mall are both within 15 minute drives. However the real treat of this area is that the bus on the corner can take you to the downtown core in 30 minutes. Visit the Parliament buildings, browse in the unique stores of the Byward Market, boat or skate along the Rideau Canal, hike or cycle in the Gatineau Hills, visit museums, and the National Art Gallery of Canada - which has the famous Maman sculpture by Louise Bourgeois.
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Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
My home is ideal for a single, a couple, and a couple with 1 child. It's a quiet neighbourhood so no loud parties please! It is very safe to return home late at night.
My house is free of pets and smoke. Weekly housecleaning may be arranged for you. I have friends and family nearby who can provide any help with the house if required.
I'm exploring exchanges with and without my teenage daughter.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2019
Renewal Date: 29/Apr/2019
48 year old business owner, avid reader, and history buff. Non smoker. Passionate about travelling. Love solo travelling and recently enjoyed a trip with my 13 year old. Open to exchanges with and without her. My home is suitable for children.
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Hiking,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Yoga / Meditation
MoreLessAffiliations
Communty Service Volunteers
Profession
Business Owner
Our personal links
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