Became a member in: 2019
Renewal Date: 31/Mar/2023
Lynne and Jim McCann. Recently retired. We live in Tramore, near Waterford in Ireland. We have two children, one boy and one girl, who are both grown up now and have left home. Since we have recently retired, we are looking forward to travelling and experiencing different parts of the world.
Affinities
Tennis,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Music Lovers
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Retirees,
Technology Professionals
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is not possible
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Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Luxury 3 bedroom, two storey, link villa on prestigious residential development of Oasis Parque. Free access to communal leisure facilities including indoor pool, jacuzzi, outdoor pool and tennis courts. Golf courses, main shops and Alvor beach within 5 minutes drive. Excellent local restaurants.
Three bedrooms, two bathrooms & spaceous lounge area. Main bedroom with king size bed, one bedroom with two single beds and separate bathroom upstairs. One double bedroom with ensuite bathroom on ground floor, with access for guests with reduced mobility. Fully equipped modern kitchen with electric and gas hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, clothes iron, toaster, kettle, cooking utensils, crockery & cutlery. Water heated by gas boiler. Large lounge area and dining room on ground floor, with seating for 6 persons. patio doors lead to enclosed private terrace at the rear with BBQ and outside dining area. Upstairs covered verandah overlooking front garden.
Villa is equipped with air conditioning and heating in upstairs bedrooms and main lounge area. Ceiling fan in downstairs bedroom.
WIFI internet access provided and TV & DVD player. Hair dryer provided.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Second home
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
The link villa is set in a quiet, beautifully maintained, residential area, between Alvor and Portimao. The development is constantly maintained to a high standard throughout the year with beautiful gardens containing bougainvilleas and palm trees. There are a number of excellent local restaurants and supermarket shops within walking distance. The outstanding feature is the leisure complex that includes a a large heated indoor swimming pool and jacuzzi. The indoor pool is normally heated between the months of November and March. Also included is a large outdoor pool, two tennis courts, a poolside cafe and gated children's play area. The facility is open to residents and guests all year round.
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
Central location with easy access to shops, restaurants and golf courses. Penina & Alto Golf resorts within 5 mins. Golfe de Morgado, Palmares Boa Vista, Vale de Pinta & Gramacho, within 15 mins. 5km to the beautiful beaches of Alvor and Praia da Rocha accessible by regular bus service or by taxi or car. The bus stop is nearby in same street as villa. Sky diving at the local airport of Montes de Alvor and and horse riding nearby at Penina and Vale de Ferro. Deep sea fishing trips & boating available at Alvor & Portimao harbours. Portimao Autodromo Formula 1 motor racing stadium is approximately 10km away and is accessible by car or taxi.
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
No smoking & no pets please.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2019
Renewal Date: 31/Mar/2023
Lynne and Jim McCann. Recently retired. We live in Tramore, near Waterford in Ireland. We have two children, one boy and one girl, who are both grown up now and have left home. Since we have recently retired, we are looking forward to travelling and experiencing different parts of the world.
Affinities
Tennis,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees,
Technology Professionals
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