- Lovely PlaceWe had a great week to explore Lombard and Chicago.
We had a great week to explore Lombard and Chicago.
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Became a member in: 2017
Renewal Date: 02/Aug/2020
We are a family of 4 who love adventure and travel! We have completed several exchanges thru other sites. We are very respectful and will treat your home as our own. Please make us an offer - we will consider all destinations and I reply to all inquiries.
My husband lived in Germany (Darmstadt) for 2 years and speaks a little German. I speak a little French. We both love the idea of living like locals while traveling. Our exchanges have been wonderful because of the families we have meet.
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts
MoreLessAffiliations
Veterans & Military ,
Civil Service Professionals,
Technology Professionals,
Communty Service Volunteers
MoreLessProfession
Software Engineer
Our personal links
Our pets
2 cats - 1 boy (Russian Blue) and 1 girl (Siberian). Both super sweet.
Paula & Dick
United States
We had a great week to explore Lombard and Chicago.
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Simultaneous Home Exchange
Weekend Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
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Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Enjoy our 1907 colonial farmhouse in a lovely quiet, friendly suburb near Chicago (guests can get to Chicago in less than 30 minutes by car or 40 by commuter train). Metra train, award winning pool, hiking/biking trails, and parks are all within an easy walk.
Once a farming town, Lombard is now a vibrant community close to downtown Chicago. The city comes alive in spring with Lilac Time, a festival of spring flowers that culminates in a parade. Other yearly events include the Fourth of July fireworks celebration, a free summer concert series, weekly summer downtown events and a winter festival. Lombard's numerous public parks and trails bring neighbors together, creating a rich community spirit. Lombard's burgeoning downtown has many excellent restaurants, cafes, parks, shops, and a library. All of these amenities are an easy walk from our home.
Our home is a short distance from Great America amusement park, Raging Waves water park, less crowded family friendly Lake Michigan beaches, huge outlet malls, and gorgeous hiking at Starved Rock State Park (1.5 hours away). The Illinois Prairie Path - a beautiful 61-mile hiking and biking trail system (see pictures) - is steps away. And so much more - we are happy to provide kid-recommended favorite places to visit in the area.
** Please note: we do not have central A/C (air conditioning). We have several window units on the first floor and one in each of the bedrooms that keep the house cool in summer. Just FYI in case that is important. **
We have completed many exchanges through various exchange sites, and are always looking for our next adventure.
**** AVAILABILITY *****
We have a 3 week exchange next July 2020 in Germany so cannot accommodate any exchanges next summer unless you would like to be hosted and/or want a long weekend in June or August.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Main Residence
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Our neighborhood is very friendly, quiet, and extremely safe. Short drive to Chicago.
* Walk to Metra train that takes you to the heart of Chicago.
* Beautiful hiking and biking trails, award winning pools and parks are within easy walk.
* Ideal for families - Easier access to Great America, water parks, and other recreational activities in the area
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
Chicago is the main attraction and we provide a house manual with all the best Chicago has to offer. Great America theme park, Brookfield Zoo, Starved Rock State Park, and much much more also nearby. There is something for everyone.
Our favourite restaurants
Cafés & bars
Leisure and cultural activities
Walks or jogging paths
Interesting day trips
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
We are open for all types of exchanges, also non simultaneous. It can be a weekend city break or a couple of weeks of holiday. We can only exchange during typical school holidays (MLK Day weekend, Labor Day or Memorial Day weekend, Christmas break, Spring break, Summer)
For 2019/2020, we have exchanges booked for San Francisco (Spring 2019), Maine & Quebec (Summer 2019), Austin (Spring 2020) and Germany (Summer 2020). We are traveling on long exchanges Summer 2019 and Summer 2020 and cannot accommodate exchanges at those times.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2017
Renewal Date: 02/Aug/2020
We are a family of 4 who love adventure and travel! We have completed several exchanges thru other sites. We are very respectful and will treat your home as our own. Please make us an offer - we will consider all destinations and I reply to all inquiries.
My husband lived in Germany (Darmstadt) for 2 years and speaks a little German. I speak a little French. We both love the idea of living like locals while traveling. Our exchanges have been wonderful because of the families we have meet.
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts
MoreLessAffiliations
Veterans & Military ,
Civil Service Professionals,
Technology Professionals,
Communty Service Volunteers
MoreLessProfession
Software Engineer
Our personal links
Our pets
2 cats - 1 boy (Russian Blue) and 1 girl (Siberian). Both super sweet.
Paula & Dick
United States
We had a great week to explore Lombard and Chicago.
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