Ingo
Germany
Jul 1, 2022 - Jul 31, 2022
Became a member in: 2015
Renewal Date: 17/May/2026
We are an Irish couple, living in Dublin and the house in France is our holiday home, so we are amenable to non-simultaneous exchanges. While we enjoy visiting cities but not in the height of summer.
Additional languages spoken
French
Affinities
Golf,
Plants & Gardens,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Bridge,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies
MoreLessProfession
Economist/retired public servant
Ingo
Germany
Bryant & Christine
New Zealand
Manuela
Germany
Jean-Michel & Brigitte
France
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is not possible
Open to all dates and destinations |
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
We live in Ireland and this is our holiday home.
Compact 3 Bed Holiday Home in South of France 20k from the charming city of Perpignan, 40nminutes drive from Spanish border. House is located in a gated residence with parking space and access to a communal swimming pool (open mid June-mid September). House is beside lake and within a 5 minute drive of Barcares village and miles of sandy beaches. Downstairs there is an open plan kitchen/dining/living area and one bedroom. Upstairs there are two bedroom and bathroom with shower and bath. Off one bedroom there is a small balcony. There is a patio area at the rear with BBQ and
garden furniture. We also have a travel cot.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Second home
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
The house is located in the lakeside Coudalere district approximately 5 minutes drive from the centre of Barcares. It is located in a small residence with a shared swimming pool (mid June to mid September). There is a bakery and restaurants (open April to end September) within a few minutes walk. A larger selection of restaurants/bars, small supermarket, newsagent, and internet cafe are within a 10 minute walk. The main village and beaches are a 5 minute drive away. Village is a typical French village with a lively market held 3 days a week. It has a good selection of restaurants and some shops. There are a number of supermarkets located within a 10 minute drive. The city of Perpignan is 20 km away and it is a 40 minute drive to the Spanish border.
Ideal location for a relaxing holiday and a good base for touring the Languedoc Roussillon region and Spanish Costa Brava.
Barcelona, Girona, Figueres (Dali museum), Narbonne, Carcassone, Montpelier and Toulouse all within 1-2 hours drive
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
There is a lovely sandy beach that runs for several miles within a 20 min walk or five min drive from house. There are several bike/walking trails nearby. Barcares village has a lively market and during the summer months there is entertainment most evening i.e. concert or night market. Various water sports are available nearby. The surrounding area contains spectacular countryside and many charming French
villages, vineyards, mountains and lakes.
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
It is important to us that you enjoy your stay in our house. All we ask in return is that you leave the house as you find it.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2015
Renewal Date: 17/May/2026
We are an Irish couple, living in Dublin and the house in France is our holiday home, so we are amenable to non-simultaneous exchanges. While we enjoy visiting cities but not in the height of summer.
Additional languages spoken
French
Affinities
Golf,
Plants & Gardens,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Bridge,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies
MoreLessProfession
Economist/retired public servant
Ingo
Germany
Bryant & Christine
New Zealand
Manuela
Germany
Jean-Michel & Brigitte
France
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