We really enjoyed our time at Karen and Gails lovely home. The home had everything we needed, we especially loved their deck area, where we spent a lo...
Read More...Horst & Heike
Switzerland
Sep 14, 2023 - Sep 19, 2023
Became a member in: 2017
Renewal Date: 31/Oct/2023
Exchanges finalized for 2022. Open to Canadian offers 2023 and British Columbia short term exchangers May-October.
We are Karen and Gail. Karen is originally from St. John's Newfoundland and Gail is from Dartmouth Nova Scotia. We are happily retired. We have a sweet young non shedding dog who will not be travelling with us, unless on short local exchanges. She will stay with friends while we are away. We are very experienced exchangers having done more than two dozen: Paris, Portugal, England, Spain, Budapest, Prague, Vienna, Canary Islands, Virgin Islands, Virginia, California, Manhattan, Arizona, Oregon, Washington and many weekend exchanges in British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest.
We spend our winters in our vacation home in Bucerias Nayarit Mexico. We would love to spend a week or so in other parts of Mexico during the winter months in exchange for our place there: three bedroom, three bathroom townhouse in a secure 24/7 gated community. Two community pools; 5 minute walk to beach.Contact me for details!
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Pets,
Hiking,
Foodies,
The Arts
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees,
Seniors,
Communty Service Volunteers
Profession
Bankers (Retired)
Our pets
Non shedding quiet female dog
Horst & Heike
Switzerland
Eva & Sean
Ireland
We really enjoyed our time at Karen and Gails lovely home. The home had everything we needed, we especially loved their deck area, where we spent a lo...
Read More...We really enjoyed our time at Karen and Gails lovely home. The home had everything we needed, we especially loved their deck area, where we spent a lot of time, it was so comfortable and overlooked their beautiful garden. So much information was left for us, maps clearly marked and trips suggested. We had a lot of friendly exchanges with Karen and Gail before and during our visit. The area where their home is, is a lovely neighborhood with easy access to park walks and shops. A very happy exchange experience. Thank you both
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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
PLEASE NOTE: Due to a major kitchen renovation, our home in Mexico will not be available until 2023.
Our beautiful two story townhouse with three bedrooms and three bathrooms is located in charming Bucerias Mexico. We have a whole house water softener/filtration system so you can drink safe water straight from the tap. On demand hot water in the casa conserves gas use. The living room TV has an Amazon firestick for your Netflix, Prime etc. plus many free channels. Another TV in the master bedroom can be used to watch DVD's, there are many in the condo. There are mini split Air Conditioning units in all three bedrooms and the main floor. We have a total of thirteen ceiling fans inside and out. We much prefer leaving the windows and doors open and using the fans rather than closing everything to use the AC. One of our two parking spaces is available if you plan to rent a car plus there is lots of guest parking in the complex.
All sheets, towels, facecloths, beach towels are provided. The kitchen has service for eight Beach chairs and an umbrella are provided.
The main floor is open concept with living room; marble dining room table with seating for 8; fully equipped kitchen with large six burner gas stove, granite counters, large refrigerator with built in ice maker and filtered water; all the usual small appliances are here such as microwave, toaster oven, toaster, blender, etc. laundry room with washer and gas dryer; four piece bathroom with tub and shower. The kitchen walls have been finished with hand carved marble from Puebla Mexico. The mural in our staircase was painted by a local artist.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Second home
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Approximately 20-40 minutes north of the Puerto Vallarta (PVR) airport - depending on traffic. We are located at the north end of Bucerias in the Terralta area. Los Amores 1 is a well maintained complex with 24/7 security with friendly and helpful neighbours. The grounds are beautiful. Two pools, one a large infinity pool and a smaller pool literally steps from our back door. We are a short walk to the beach, the town centre and many many wonderful beach bars and restaurants. You do not need a car as public transit is readily available and in Bucerias most places are within walking distance.
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
The beach is about 5-7 minutes walk and the town centre is 10-15 minutes by foot. You have to cross the highway, but there are lights and it is safe. There is a shopping plaza at the entrance which contains: OXXO a 7-11 type convenience store, pizza, bakery, TUK Mexican restaurant with the best tortilla soup you will ever have; pharmacy; walk in medical clinic, Japanese restaurant and more. The local bus stop is located at the highway, less than five minutes away and can take you to Mega, La Comer or Chedraui, all large grocery stores about ten minutes away. The buses can also take you to Puerto Vallarta. Taxis are cheap and plentiful. There is a taxi stand just outside the entrance to Los Amores. Bucerias has lots of fun nightlife and fantastic restaurants, most within walking distance. There is a daily flea market in the town centre where you can buy Mexican goods and souvenirs.
Our favourite restaurants
Cafés & bars
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
Our complex has rules to control noise and nuisance to neighbours. Quiet time is 10 pm. This is our vacation home and we hope you will treat it as you would your own. While owners are allowed pets, guests are not. We have a non shedding dog who has been in the condo- just so you know in case of allergies. She has not been there since March 2020.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2017
Renewal Date: 31/Oct/2023
Exchanges finalized for 2022. Open to Canadian offers 2023 and British Columbia short term exchangers May-October.
We are Karen and Gail. Karen is originally from St. John's Newfoundland and Gail is from Dartmouth Nova Scotia. We are happily retired. We have a sweet young non shedding dog who will not be travelling with us, unless on short local exchanges. She will stay with friends while we are away. We are very experienced exchangers having done more than two dozen: Paris, Portugal, England, Spain, Budapest, Prague, Vienna, Canary Islands, Virgin Islands, Virginia, California, Manhattan, Arizona, Oregon, Washington and many weekend exchanges in British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest.
We spend our winters in our vacation home in Bucerias Nayarit Mexico. We would love to spend a week or so in other parts of Mexico during the winter months in exchange for our place there: three bedroom, three bathroom townhouse in a secure 24/7 gated community. Two community pools; 5 minute walk to beach.Contact me for details!
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Pets,
Hiking,
Foodies,
The Arts
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees,
Seniors,
Communty Service Volunteers
Profession
Bankers (Retired)
Our pets
Non shedding quiet female dog
Horst & Heike
Switzerland
Eva & Sean
Ireland
We really enjoyed our time at Karen and Gails lovely home. The home had everything we needed, we especially loved their deck area, where we spent a lo...
Read More...We really enjoyed our time at Karen and Gails lovely home. The home had everything we needed, we especially loved their deck area, where we spent a lot of time, it was so comfortable and overlooked their beautiful garden. So much information was left for us, maps clearly marked and trips suggested. We had a lot of friendly exchanges with Karen and Gail before and during our visit. The area where their home is, is a lovely neighborhood with easy access to park walks and shops. A very happy exchange experience. Thank you both
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