Became a member in: 2001
Renewal Date: 27/Mar/2026
My husband and I are retired teachers. Mark is a musician in the Columbia Gorge and Portland area, I am an actor in community theater. NOTE: I am allergic to cats.
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Yoga / Meditation,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Artists / Entertainment Industry
Profession
teacher (Retired)
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Weekend Home Exchange
Long-term Home Exchange
Hospitality Exchange Offered
Hospitality Exchange Wanted
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
| Open to all dates | Open to all destinations |
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
HomeLinker since 2001
First, I am allergic to cats. It’s not horrible, if your cat can be boarded and the house is vacuumed very well before we arrive, it should be fine. Now on to the fun stuff…
We live in Stevenson, Washington, which is less than an hour east of Portland, Oregon. Our house has a view of the Columbia River and surrounding mountains. The Columbia River Gorge is very popular with windsurfers & kiteboarders. We have lots of beautiful hiking opportunities. Summer skiing is available at Mt. Hood, and Mt. St. Helens is close by as well. Portland is a beautiful city with a lively downtown and many nice neighborhoods to explore. The Oregon coast, which is incredibly beautiful, is a two to three hour drive. We also have very nice wine-tasting regions & brewpubs, many here in the Gorge. In fact, we have a world-class brewpub right in Stevenson.
Our mid century modern house has an interesting bathroom situation. We have one full bath and two half baths. Not sure why they designed it that way. We have three bedrooms with queen size beds. We also have a swimming pool, which is a hit with the kids and adults for that matter. If outside watering is needed we can have neighbors do it, unless you actually enjoy it, which I do!
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Main Residence
Amenities
Entertainment
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Our home is at the end of a dead end street, so it is very quiet, but we have very helpful neighbors. We are less than a mile from downtown Stevenson, which is small but has lovely shops, several good restaurants and an award winning brewpub, Walking Man. Cultural events can be found sometimes in town, and often in Hood River (30 minutes east) and Portland (less than an hour west.)
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
The Columbia River Gorge is a National Scenic Area, with beautiful hikes, waterfalls, and water activities. Portland, Oregon is less than an hour away. Mt. Hood and Mt. St. Helens are easy day trips. The Gorge is also known for great wineries, and Hood River has six tasting rooms right downtown.
Our favourite restaurants
Cafés & bars
Special places to shop
Leisure and cultural activities
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
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Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Over 70 years of home exchange experience
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