Richard & Charlotte
United Kingdom
Feb 17, 2020 - Mar 1, 2020
Became a member in: 2019
Renewal Date: 31/Mar/2022
Retired professional Canadian couple. We have owned a second home in Mexico for 20 years. We are travelling with another retired couple.
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Bridge,
Hiking,
The Arts
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees,
Civil Service Professionals,
Artists / Entertainment Industry
Profession
Chartered Accountant (Retired)
Richard & Charlotte
United Kingdom
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
Open to all dates | Europe | UK | Latin America |
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Unique exchange offer in Chapala Mexico. A colourful Mexican home with a fabulous view of the Lake Chapala. Conveniently located just 30 minutes driving south of Guadalajara Airport and walking distance of the picturesque town of Chapala with its excellent restaurants and market. The house is 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, a swimming pool, a large terrace, and an extensive secure fenced garden. The town of Ajijic is a 10-minute drive and is well-known as a retirement paradise noted for numerous, restaurants, quaint shops, crafts and art galleries.
It is an Ex-pat haven with outstanding weather all year, world-class entertainment in neighbouring Guadalajara with opera, symphony, ballet, mariachi performances, museums, grand cathedrals, and a bustling downtown area.
Tonola and Tlaquepaque, famous for unique crafts, furniture, pottery, and artisanal items, are within 40 minutes from our home. Accessible by auto, bus, or driver, a day trip you will never forget. Other sights are Copper Canyon, Oaxaca, Puerto Vallarta, Manzanillo, San Miguel de Allende, and Guanajuato.
We also have a house on the Ottawa River in Portage du Fort, Quebec, Canada, 1 hours drive west from the capital. We would also consider exchanges during the summer.
Type
House - single floor/ Second home
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Our home is located on a hill in an attractive upscale neighbourhood overlooking the town of Chapala. The neighbours are an interesting mix of Mexican, and expats. Chapala is a charming market town with an extensive lakeside walkway with craft stores and restaurants galore.
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
Just three blocks from the Monte Carlo spa with a restaurant, thermal pool and sports activities. It has a beautiful garden and live music on certain days.
It is a 15 minute walk to the Chapala plaza, lake side walk and restaurants. There is regular bus service to Guadalajara from Chapala a short bus ride to Ajijic with it's galleries, restaurants craft shops.
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
We employ a gardener who comes three times a week, he speaks English and is able to help with anything you require. It is possible to arrange for a maid if you desire.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2019
Renewal Date: 31/Mar/2022
Retired professional Canadian couple. We have owned a second home in Mexico for 20 years. We are travelling with another retired couple.
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Bridge,
Hiking,
The Arts
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees,
Civil Service Professionals,
Artists / Entertainment Industry
Profession
Chartered Accountant (Retired)
Richard & Charlotte
United Kingdom
Over 70 years of home exchange experience
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