Became a member in: 2022
Renewal Date: 31/Mar/2023
We are Dave and Amanda, a kiwi couple with 2 lovely daughters (20 and 21). We live a rich and full life and regularly head out on adventures around our beautiful country either at our beach place, in the caravan of in the boat or e bikes. We have travelled internationally but now want to take longer excursions and start to immerse ourselves in new cultures. Dave is retired and Amanda works sometimes
Affinities
Golf,
Plants & Gardens,
Fishing,
Watersports,
Skiing,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Hiking,
Motorhomes / Caravans,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Yoga / Meditation,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Retirees,
Artists / Entertainment Industry,
Communty Service Volunteers
MoreLessOur pets
Chickens and 1 cat
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Sabbatical Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
Open to all dates | Italy | Spain | Ireland |
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Large (370sqm) executive home complete with pool, spa and all the good things. Free range chooks provide fresh eggs daily. The house is situated on 9 acres with extensive rural views. 30 Mins from Auckland international airport and 35 mins from Auckland CBD. 5 km to nearest village, 10 km to nearest major town.
3.5 hours to ski fields, 2 hours to Rotorua thermal area.
Vehicle available
Type
House - single floor/ Main Residence
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Situated in the franklin district of Auckland, our property is situated 15 minutes from harbour beaches and 25 minutes from the wild and rugged west coat of New Zealand. Franklin is the food bowl of Auckland with extensive cropping and fruit growing combined with dairy goats, sheep and cattle. Rolling green pasture in every direction, Auckland also offers bright city lights, a casino and all the urban and big city trappings. With 27 regional parks that are extensively tracked, there is ample opportunity for outdoor adventure on the doorstep. Within 2-4 hours drive are rivers with world class trout fishing, skiing, surfing, mountain biking and some of the worlds best beaches. Local markets are normally open weekends with local produce and food.
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
From our property, a short walk, ride or car trip takes you to the local village (Patumahoe) which has a cafe, 2 restaurants and a pub and small grocery store.
A similar distance in the opposite direction takes you to the town of Pukekohe which caters to all needs
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
Our preference is to have likeminded people who are house proud and want to vacation in a quality home. We would similarly like to vacation in a quality home, preference is a minimum of 7-10 days. Easy access to local sights, cafes, markets and cultural activities preferred
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2022
Renewal Date: 31/Mar/2023
We are Dave and Amanda, a kiwi couple with 2 lovely daughters (20 and 21). We live a rich and full life and regularly head out on adventures around our beautiful country either at our beach place, in the caravan of in the boat or e bikes. We have travelled internationally but now want to take longer excursions and start to immerse ourselves in new cultures. Dave is retired and Amanda works sometimes
Affinities
Golf,
Plants & Gardens,
Fishing,
Watersports,
Skiing,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Hiking,
Motorhomes / Caravans,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Yoga / Meditation,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Retirees,
Artists / Entertainment Industry,
Communty Service Volunteers
MoreLessOur pets
Chickens and 1 cat
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