John & Janet
United Kingdom
Feb 4, 2019 - Feb 8, 2019
Became a member in: 2008
Renewal Date: 31/Jan/2021
I am a retired school principals who enjoys attending live sports events around the world, and spending time enjoying the countryside when we travel overseas. We appreciate art, architecture, archaeology, historic places, music and theatre and seeing how people make the most of their environment.
Additional languages spoken
Maori
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
Affiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Veterans & Military ,
Retirees,
Seniors,
Communty Service Volunteers
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Headteacher(retd.) (Retired)
John & Janet
United Kingdom
Anna
Hungary
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Hospitality Exchange Offered
Homesit Offered
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
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Description of the home we are offering for exchange
MEMBERS SINCE 2008
Overlooking the picturesque harbour of Tutukaka, the diving capital of New Zealand, our home is situated on some of the most spectacular coastline in the country.
Just three hours from Auckland and thirty minutes from the city of Whangarei and its airport, we are well placed for visits and day trips to the rest of Northland, including Paihia, the Waitangi Treaty Grounds and Russell, all part of the renowned Bay of Islands. Tours to 90 mile beach and Cape Reinga can be undertaken from Paihia.
The historic Kauri Museum is within easy driving distance of Tutukaka, and daily trips by boat are available to the Poor Knights Islands, which have been ranked as the best sub-tropical diving in the world.
Apart from diving, the Islands also contain the biggest sea cave in the world and a giant sea arch. Swimming, snorkeling and kayaking are all part of the days outing, so there is something for everyone.
Sport fishing is also a major undertaking from Tutukaka and catches of Marlin and Kingfish etc are recorded regularly.
Photos show views from the house and also some of the local scenery.
We can do non-simultaneous exchanges if necessary.
Type
House - single floor/ Main Residence
Amenities
Entertainment
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
We live on a private cul de sac but because it is rural we have no immediate neighbours. No one can see our windows or our outdoor living areas, and we can’t see theirs. The nearest village, Tutukaka is at the head of the harbour, 3 kms by car, 1 km by kayak. There are 2 restaurants and two other eating places, both serving bar type meals. Good for diving charters, fishing charters, and surf lessons and board hire. The nearest surf beach is 12 kms away at Matapouri. Keen surfers will know of Sandy Bay.
The next village is Ngunguru, there is a cafe, and a sports complex with golf, tennis, fitness gym, bowls and restaurant. Good for swimming and water sports, there are kayaks, paddle boards and wind surfers for hire.
We are 30 minutes by car from Whangarei and 2 hours from Paihia and the Bay of Islands.
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Cultural Activities
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Neighbourhood Services
Our favourite restaurants
Cafés & bars
Interesting day trips
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
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Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2008
Renewal Date: 31/Jan/2021
I am a retired school principals who enjoys attending live sports events around the world, and spending time enjoying the countryside when we travel overseas. We appreciate art, architecture, archaeology, historic places, music and theatre and seeing how people make the most of their environment.
Additional languages spoken
Maori
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
Affiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Veterans & Military ,
Retirees,
Seniors,
Communty Service Volunteers
MoreLessProfession
Headteacher(retd.) (Retired)
John & Janet
United Kingdom
Anna
Hungary
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