Richard & Charlotte
United Kingdom
Feb 17, 2020 - Mar 1, 2020
Unique home exchange Lake Chapala, Mexico.
Mexico - Jalisco - Chapala
ID : CA00116158
Became a member in: 2019
Renewal Date: 31/Mar/2022
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Retired professional Canadian couple. We have owned a second home in Mexico for 20 years. We are travelling with another retired couple.
About us
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Bridge,
Hiking,
The Arts
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees,
Civil Service Professionals,
Artists / Entertainment Industry
Profession
Chartered Accountant (Retired)
House and garden
Kitchen
Entrance hall
Bedroom #1
- Sleeping capacity4
- Bedrooms2
- Bathrooms2
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
We are looking for a home exchange in ...
| Open to all dates | Europe | UK | Latin America |
Our Home For Exchange
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
- Wheelchair accessible
- Bathroom / toilet wheel chair accessible
- Balcony / Deck
- Cleaning service available
- Clothes Washer
- Microwave Oven
- Extensive Grounds
- Peaceful Surroundings
- View
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Garage
- Private parking
- Private Pool
- Terrace / Patio
Entertainment
- Internet access
- TV
Extras
- None
Setting
- Small Town or Village
- Mountains
Neighbourhood
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
- Biking
- Cultural Events
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Golfing
- Gym / Health Club
- Tennis
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Lake
- Public Swimming Pool
Leisure
- Park / Playground
- Cafés
- Gym / Health Club
- Restaurants
- Shopping
- Park / Playground
Cultural Activities
- Concerts
- Galleries
- Theatre
Transport Nearby
- Bus
Neighbourhood Services
- Corner Shop
- Pharmacy
Attractions
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
- Restaurant Delicias (breakfast and lunch)
- Retsaurant Don Juan (water front breakfast and lunch)
- Restaurant Cosumel (lakeside lunch and dinner - free margaritas)
Cafés & bars
- Paris Cafe - Chapala
- Coffee Hour - beside the fountain
- Jose - beside the market building
Special places to shop
- Lake side craft shops - Chapala
- Galleries and Craft shops - Ajijic
- Sol Mexicano - Ajijic
Leisure and cultural activities
- Cristiania Park - Chapala
- Cultural Center - Ajijic
- Cultural Center - Chapala
Walks or jogging paths
- Lake side promenades in each town
Health or fitness clubs
- Numerous
Interesting day trips
- Guadalajara
- San Juan Cosala hot springs and spa
- Tlaquepaque
Our Preferences
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
- Children Welcome
- Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Plant Care Not Needed
Use of Personal Car
- Use of Personal Car is possible
Home Exchange Type
- Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
- Simultaneous Home Exchange
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