Wonderful exchange in Duras. Lovely quirky house in the centre of town. So much to do and see in the area. We really enjoyed strolling the 3 minute w...
Read More...Jeff & Karen
United States
Jul 5, 2018 - Jul 6, 2018
Became a member in: 2013
Renewal Date: 24/Feb/2027
We are an American couple in our early 60s. We love good food and great wine and are willing to travel near and far to find it. We usually travel alone, but may invite another adult couple to join us if we find the right property. We mostly travel in spring and fall and stay home to tend our gardens in the summer months. We prefer non-simultaneous exchanges.
Additional languages spoken
Italian
Affinities
Golf,
Plants & Gardens,
Fishing,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessProfession
Business owner/writer
Our personal links
Jeff & Karen
United States
Connie
Ireland
Wonderful exchange in Duras. Lovely quirky house in the centre of town. So much to do and see in the area. We really enjoyed strolling the 3 minute w...
Read More...Wonderful exchange in Duras. Lovely quirky house in the centre of town. So much to do and see in the area. We really enjoyed strolling the 3 minute walk to all restaurants and bars. It was delightful. The clock tower house had everything we needed for our holiday. Really memorable stay. Thank you Donna & Joe.
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Smoking Not Allowed
No Children Please
Use of Personal Car is not possible
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Description of the home we are offering for exchange
ALWAYS LOOKING FOR 7-10 DAYS IN PARIS
NO CATS!!
Stone townhouse part of original village wall in charming wine village near Montalcino, Montepulciano and Pienza. The house
is a perfect base for one or two couples to share and is walking distance to all necessary shops, cafes, wine bars and restaurants. Within a short distance are vineyards, castles and many charming Tuscan villages. We are 2 hours north of Rome and 1.5 hours south of Florence.
ALWAYS INTERESTED IN PARIS. We only do NON-SIMULTANEOUS exchanges.
The nearest train station is 45 minutes away so it is necessary to rent a car to explore the area.
(We have done six exchanges, but Homelink only lists one)
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Second home
Amenities
Entertainment
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Our house fronts on a small piazza just under the Rocca (castle), which was originally built in the
900s. Behind the house is a large garden furnished for dining and relaxing. From the front door it's a very short walk to grocery stores, several good restaurants and all the necessary shops. There are dozens of vineyards and olive groves in the area and the local wines are of excellent quality. The village is 45 minutes from the nearest train station and a car is essential to visit.
Within 30 minutes you can drive to several of Tuscany's most beautiful towns. An hour ride to Siena.
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
There are seven restaurants, wine bars and cafes within a short walk of the house. The historic Rocca Aldobrandesca is now open for tours after a 23-year renovation, and the rocca in the neighboring village of Rocca d'Orcia can also be explored--climb to the top for a stellar view. In the nearby town of Bagno Vignoni there are three world class thermal spas and also some natural hot pools located in the woods. Many hiking trails are clearly marked in the area.
Our favourite restaurants
Walks or jogging paths
Interesting day trips
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
Our house is for adult guests only. We do not allow pets or smoking. We do not exchange with houses that have cats as we are allergic. We prefer to exchange with owners of second homes for added flexibility.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2013
Renewal Date: 24/Feb/2027
We are an American couple in our early 60s. We love good food and great wine and are willing to travel near and far to find it. We usually travel alone, but may invite another adult couple to join us if we find the right property. We mostly travel in spring and fall and stay home to tend our gardens in the summer months. We prefer non-simultaneous exchanges.
Additional languages spoken
Italian
Affinities
Golf,
Plants & Gardens,
Fishing,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessProfession
Business owner/writer
Our personal links
Jeff & Karen
United States
Connie
Ireland
Wonderful exchange in Duras. Lovely quirky house in the centre of town. So much to do and see in the area. We really enjoyed strolling the 3 minute w...
Read More...Wonderful exchange in Duras. Lovely quirky house in the centre of town. So much to do and see in the area. We really enjoyed strolling the 3 minute walk to all restaurants and bars. It was delightful. The clock tower house had everything we needed for our holiday. Really memorable stay. Thank you Donna & Joe.
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