Thanks to you, we had a wonderful stay in Scotland. Everything was there: superb house, warm welcome, easy going communication, ideal location in Edi...
Read More...Michelle
Ireland
Jul 10, 2023 - Jul 22, 2023
Became a member in: 2012
Renewal Date: 16/Mar/2026
We are family of two adults and two children. James was born in 2003 and Trassa in 2007. Christy and I are both Irish but we have lived in Edinburgh for over 20 years. We both play squash and the kids play a variety of sports. We also have two cats - Molly and Tiger. Christy is a micro electronic engineer and I am a civil servant. I love being near water and have always lived in coastal cities. Christy is a country boy and isn't so fussed about water.
Affinities
Pets,
Tennis,
Watersports,
Foodies,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Law Professionals,
Technology Professionals
Profession
Civil servant / Electronic Engineer
Our pets
2 cats - Molly and Tiger
Michelle
Ireland
Carole
France
Thanks to you, we had a wonderful stay in Scotland. Everything was there: superb house, warm welcome, easy going communication, ideal location in Edi...
Read More...Thanks to you, we had a wonderful stay in Scotland. Everything was there: superb house, warm welcome, easy going communication, ideal location in Edinburgh. Thanks a lot !
Read Less...Sarah
Canada
Paula
Spain
Maria
Spain
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Youth Exchange
Pet Care Needed
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
Jun 1, 2025 - Jul 31, 2025 | Norway |
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Our house is not available in 2024.
We live in Blackhall, a quiet suburb of Edinburgh, Our home is 10 mins by car or only 20 mins by bus into the city. We are 15 mins from Edinburgh Airport and about 5 mins from Haymarket train station. You will also have easy access to Glasgow (40 miles), St Andrews (50 miles) and the East coast of Scotland.
Our home is child friendly and the garden has a trampoline, play house, and two patios for outdoor living - 2 bedrooms downstairs and 2 upstairs. We have 3 adult bicycles available and 2 child car seats.
There is a large retail park 4 mins drive from our house. We are 1km from Davidsons Mains village, with shops, banks, pharmacy, bars, restaurants, churches and play parks.
We are 10 mins drive from Edinburgh Zoo, 10 mins drive from Ainsle Park leisure centre, 10 mins from Cramond Beach, 30 mins from Portobello Beach with more sandy beaches further east of Edinburgh. There are municipal golf courses nearby.
We have 2 very friendly cats - brother and sister Tiger and Molly.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Main Residence
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
The Neighbourhood
We live in a quiet, peaceful suburb of Edinburgh. The village of Davidsons Mains is 10 mins walk West with shops, chemist, banks etc. Closer to home there are some small shops and 2 lovely restaurants. There is a large retail park about 10 mins walk, 4 mins by car, East. We are 10 mins drive from Edinburgh Zoo, Cramond Beach and the Royal Botanic Garden. The Edinburgh Cycle Network path runs behind our house - an alternative way of getting around the city using the old tram line system so no hills!
Getting around
We are 5 mins walk from bus routes 41, 42 and 43, which will all take you into the centre of Edinburgh. The 41 bus will also take you to Cramond Beach, 15 mins from our house. There is off street parking for up to 3 cars. We are about 15 mins drive from the airport and a taxi will cost about £20. There is also the Airlink 200 bus option. The nearest stop is 5 mins walk from our house.
Other Things to Note
Our house is fitted with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors upstairs and downstairs.
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
We are 10 mins drive from Ainslie Park leisure centre, Edinburgh Zoo, the Royal Botanic Garden, the Dean Gallery and the Gallery of Modern Art. 20 mins drive East is Ocean Terminal, a large shopping mall including a cinema and the Royal Yacht Britannia. 20 mins drive West is the coastal village of Cramond. 30 mins West, across the Forth Road Bridge, is Deep Sea world, the largest underwater aquarium in Europe. St. Andrews, Perth and Dundee are 1hr 10mins drive north, Glasgow is about a 1hr drive west or 50 mins by train.
To the East are the coastal villages of Portobello, Prestonpans, Port Seton, Aberlady, Gullane and North Berwick, with fine sandy beaches at each of these locations. Loads of world class golf courses here too - Muirfield Championship golf course.
We are 20 mins by bus from the city of Edinburgh. Attractions include the Palace of Holyrood, the Scottish Parliament, Dynamic Earth, the Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh Castle, Camera Obscura, Scottish Whisky Experience, the National Library of Scotland, the National Portrait Gallery, extinct volcano of Arthur's Seat, Royal Commonwealth pool, 3 Cathedrals, several theaters, loads of smaller museums, Ghost tours and the Edinburgh Dungeon.
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
Please check our exchange preferences below
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Trassa
Became a member in: 2012
Renewal Date: 16/Mar/2026
We are family of two adults and two children. James was born in 2003 and Trassa in 2007. Christy and I are both Irish but we have lived in Edinburgh for over 20 years. We both play squash and the kids play a variety of sports. We also have two cats - Molly and Tiger. Christy is a micro electronic engineer and I am a civil servant. I love being near water and have always lived in coastal cities. Christy is a country boy and isn't so fussed about water.
Affinities
Pets,
Tennis,
Watersports,
Foodies,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Law Professionals,
Technology Professionals
Profession
Civil servant / Electronic Engineer
Our pets
2 cats - Molly and Tiger
Michelle
Ireland
Carole
France
Thanks to you, we had a wonderful stay in Scotland. Everything was there: superb house, warm welcome, easy going communication, ideal location in Edi...
Read More...Thanks to you, we had a wonderful stay in Scotland. Everything was there: superb house, warm welcome, easy going communication, ideal location in Edinburgh. Thanks a lot !
Read Less...Sarah
Canada
Paula
Spain
Maria
Spain
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