Beautiful Spacious Cottage in Harrogate
United Kingdom - North Yorkshire - Harrogate
ID : UK00088511
Became a member in: 2015
Renewal Date: 29/Jul/2023
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Hello, I'm Canadian and came to live in the UK in 1964 with my parents. I have two grown up daughters and one gorgeous grandson. I've lived in the lovely spa town of Harrogate for 25 years, prior to that I lived in Spain where I learnt Spanish and visit this beautiful country as often as I can. I have travelled extensively over the years, I was in the travel industry before computers, remember Clarksons the champagne flights?
I was in Japan and South Africa this year and loved those trips but I feel I'm not wanting to do suitcase holidays anymore.
I have a deep desire to visit Ireland again and see everything north and south.
I live with my darling indoor cat called Flickie, she was a godsend during Covid. As she's now 13 years old I would appreciate a family who could live with her in my house as she's only ever known this house. She is a scaredy cat so you would probably only see her when she's ready to present herself!
So, feel free to look at my small but adequate home which could accommodate 4 comfortably.
I look forward to hearing from you.....
About us
Additional languages spoken
Spanish
Affinities
Golf,
Pets,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
Yoga / Meditation,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees
Profession
Interior Designer (Retired)
Our pets
One cat!
- Sleeping capacity4
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms1
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Weekend Home Exchange
Hospitality Exchange Offered
Hospitality Exchange Wanted
Pet Care Needed
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
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Our Home For Exchange
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
My spacious 100 year old cottage is only a 15 minutes walk into the beautiful Spa Town of Harrogate. My home has 2 double bedrooms and a single bedroom which will accommodate 4 adults comfortably. There is a small shared bathroom with bath and overhead shower. Large fully fitted kitchen with back door to the back yard. Also a lovely conservatory which is unusual for this type of terraced property. Large dining room with upstairs access. The lounge is small but adequate with TV, DVD, Virgin Media Broadband and wifi. A small front garden with patio. My house is in a quiet area with local supermarket, hairdresser, pharmacy, butcher, green grocers, take away fish and chips and Chinese. I've enjoyed living here for the past 14 years since my daughters flew the nest!
I have an indoor cat called Flickie so depending on the exchange I can leave her here for you to play hide and seek with (because she’s a shy cat), or she could go into a cattery.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Main Residence
Amenities
- Dishwasher
- Clothes Washer
- Clothes Dryer
- Microwave Oven
- Peaceful Surroundings
- Fireplace
- Privacy / Seclusion
- Garden
- Heating
- Terrace / Patio
Entertainment
- DVD
- Internet access
- TV
- Wireless Internet (WiFi)
Extras
- None
Setting
- Small Town or Village
Neighbourhood
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
There are approximately 100 well kept cottages on both sides of the road. Owners cars are parked neatly on the road. Harrogate has easy access by foot or bus to the centre of town where you will find an exclusive shopping centre with high end shops and first class restaurants also many pubs serving hand
pulled beers. Harrogate Theatre, The Royal Hall and the International Centre which feature famous plays and musicals all year round not forgetting the Gilbert & Sullivan festival in August. The Stray and Valley Gardens are beautiful gardens with abundance of colour all year round. Harrogate has a rail link to York, London or Scotland. This gorgeous town has just about everything you could wish for. Come and see for yourself!
Outdoor Activities
- Cultural Events
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Gym / Health Club
- Hiking
- Public Swimming Pool
- River
Leisure
- Cafés
- Gym / Health Club
- Restaurants
- Shopping
Cultural Activities
- Concerts
- Galleries
- Popular Monuments
- Theatre
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
If you are a National Trust or HHA members there are many nearby to visit, Fountains Abbey, Bolton Abbey, Harlow Carr with Bettys Tea Room, Harewood House just to name a few nearby.
Our favourite restaurants
- The Ivy
- Orchid
- Cardimon Black
Cafés & bars
- Betty's Tea Room
- Wild Orchid
- Blues Bar
Special places to shop
- Hoopers
- Mint Velvet
- Woods
Leisure and cultural activities
- Harrogate Theatre
- The Royal Hall
- Turkish Baths
Walks or jogging paths
- Fountains Abbey
- Bolton Abbey
- Harlow Carr
Health or fitness clubs
- Rudding Park
- David Lloyd
Interesting day trips
- York
- Ilkley
- Helmsley
Our Preferences
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
I have one indoor house cat but she will be in a cattery during your stay in my home unless you like cats and would love to have her curl up on your knee! I'm quite happy to look after a cat too on an exchange. I am very particular about cleanliness and will leave my house and yours spotless.
Conditions
- Children Welcome
- Pets Not Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Pet Care Needed
- Plant Care Not Needed
Use of Personal Car
- Use of Personal Car is possible
Home Exchange Type
- Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
- Simultaneous Home Exchange
- Weekend Home Exchange
- Hospitality Exchange Offered
- Hospitality Exchange Wanted
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