- Chemainus, BC, Canada
- Jan 19, 2023 - Jan 25, 2023
Amazing location made us not want to leave
Thank you Ann and John for sharing your lovely home. We loved it so much we hated venturing out for the day so mainly spent our time at the house. The beach was such a good swimming beach and not the least bit crowded. Our kind of place. Not to mention your lovely home and gardens.
Beachfront home exchange offer in Waikanae
New Zealand - Waikanae - Waikanae
ID : NZ00109696
Became a member in: 2018
Renewal Date: 31/Aug/2024
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2 retired lawyers with 5 children and 10 grandchildren between us. We spend a good deal of time with our grandchildren, and do a good bit of volunteer work. We are keen ebikers and coffee drinkers - usually combining the two.
We are planning to visit Normandy in September/October 2023 and are open to exchanges en route as it were. Canada and England/Scotland/Ireland/Wales all appeal.
About us
Affinities
Golf,
Plants & Gardens,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees,
Seniors,
Law Professionals,
Communty Service Volunteers
MoreLessProfession
Lawyers (Retired)
House from beach side
Sitting room at night
Sitting room in the daytime
Comfy area for morning coffee
High tide
View from deck
Summer sunset
Main bedroom - faces the sea
Area for sitting and talking or watching tv
Children’s bunk room (bedroom 3)
Guest bedroom (bedroom 2)
Downstairs bathroom
Downstairs bathroom
House from the driveway
- Sleeping capacity8
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms3
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 ...
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Our Home For Exchange
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
We built our home 6 years ago on the beachfront to suit the needs of older people, with space for children and grandchildren to stay. It’s a comfortable 220 square metre home with stunning views from the main bedroom and the living areas. The white sand beach in front of us is perfect for walking, swimming and fishing. It’s 50 minutes by car to NZ’s capital city, Wellington, and 90 minutes’ drive to the renowned wine district of Martinborough. Paraparaumu Links Golf Course, one of NZ’s premier courses, is 15 minutes drive away.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Main Residence
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony / Deck
- Cleaning service available
- Dishwasher
- Clothes Washer
- Clothes Dryer
- Microwave Oven
- Peaceful Surroundings
- View
- Garden
- Heating
- Garage
- Private parking
- Terrace / Patio
Entertainment
- DVD
- TV
- Wireless Internet (WiFi)
Extras
- Use of bicycle(s)
Setting
- Small Town or Village
- Waterfront
- Seaside
Neighbourhood
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
We live in a quiet neighbourhood with a number of cafes and bars within walking distance, a shopping centre with 2 supermarkets, a pharmacy, medical centre and cinema 5 minutes drive away. With the beach right in front of us it’s a beautiful and restful place to live.
There are good cycle tracks, lots of walking tracks and bush walks as well as many hill tramping tracks close by for the more active.
Outdoor Activities
- Beach
- Biking
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Gym / Health Club
- Tennis
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Public Swimming Pool
- River
- Sailing
- Scuba Diving / Surfing
- Windsurfing
Leisure
- Park / Playground
- Cafés
- Gym / Health Club
- Restaurants
- Shopping
Cultural Activities
- Concerts
Transport Nearby
- Bus
- Train Station
Neighbourhood Services
- Bakery
- Corner Shop
- Pharmacy
- Supermarket
Attractions
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
It is a short walk along the beach, or the road, to several cafes, a great bakery and corner stores for bread and milk type supplies.
Walking on the beach at any tide is lovely. It’s 40 minutes to the Waikanae River mouth going south or you can walk for many kilometres going north if you wish.
The Waikanae golf course is 15 mins walk or 5 mins drive away.
Our favourite restaurants
- Front Room
- Waimea
- Maison8
Cafés & bars
- Long Beach, cafe and bar, Tutere St, Waikanae Beach
- Salt and Wood, craft beer and cafe, Waikanae
- The Bus, Te Horo Beach
Leisure and cultural activities
- Waikanae Golwaikanf Club
- Paraparaumu Golf Club
Walks or jogging paths
- Waikanae River has paths on each side. Approx. 5 kms from the sea to a great cafe at the end of the track.
Interesting day trips
- Kapiti Island
Our Preferences
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
We’d like to find our home neat and tidy when we return and will do the same wherever we stay.
There is a small amount of grass to be kept mown (mower supplied) if necessary.
Conditions
- Children Welcome
- Pets Not 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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