Philippa and Alan's home is lovely, in a very quiet rural part of Brittany, but within easy driving distance of both coasts and historic towns of inte...
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Angela
United Kingdom
Aug 26, 2023 - Sep 10, 2023
Cosy stone property, close to Durham Dales
United Kingdom - Durham - Bishop Auckland
ID : UK53773
Became a member in: 2003
Renewal Date: 15/Jul/2025
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We are Philippa and Allan, a well-travelled couple in our early 60s. We've been Homelink members since 2003 and have done over 70 exchanges, via Homelink and other swapping sites. We are also experienced house and pet sitters. We are very flexible on dates and can offer simultaneous or non simultaneous exchanges. We are currently seeking an exchange in Scotland or North of England for late August 2024 Usually we travel as a couple ( but our adult daughter and granddaughter aged 6 might come with us) . We also have a further home that sleeps 2 in the Lot Et Garonne and a modest cottage, sleeping 4 in County Durham, plus ur main home in Brittany, France
About us
Additional languages spoken
French
Affinities
Golf,
Pets,
Wine Lovers,
The Arts
MoreLessAffiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Retirees,
Artists / Entertainment Industry
Profession
Self-employed/semi retired (Retired)
Our pets
We have a black lab x Pet care may be required.
- Sleeping capacity4
- Bedrooms2
- Bathrooms1
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Weekend Home Exchange
Homesit Offered
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is not possible
We are looking for a home exchange in ...
| Sep 22, 2024 - Jul 13, 2025 | London, UK |
Our Home For Exchange
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Our stone terraced property, "Tilly Cottage", offers modest but comfortable, well-equipped & homely accommodation for up to 4 people (2 double bedrooms)
Our second home is tucked away on a quiet terrace in the village of Evenwood Explore Bishop Auckland, Barnard Castle, the Durham Dales, Hamsterley Forest, Raby Castle, High Force, Durham City, all within easy reach. Evenwood is a small, former mining village set on the edge of the Durham Dales. Whilst not a 'tourist' village, It has basic amenities, such as a mini-market, post office, fish and chip shop, a couple of local pubs etc. It is within easy reach of the charming town of Barnard Castle and Bishop Auckland, and offers a perfect base to explore this lovely area.
It has a well equipped 'cottage style' kitchen with large range cooker, dishwasher, fridge freezer and microwave. A utility room with washing machine and a place to store bikes. The living/dining room is open plan, with comfortable seating and a dining table for 4. There is wifi and Freesat TV channels available. Gas central heating.
Upstairs you will find 2 double bedrooms, one with an additional small dressing and seating area, a large bathroom with a fab walk-in shower and a roll -top slipper bath, perfect for a long soak!
To the front of the cottage is an enclosed garden, to the rear is a small enclosed yard.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Second home
Amenities
- Dishwasher
- Clothes Washer
- Microwave Oven
- Garden
- Heating
Entertainment
- TV
- Wireless Internet (WiFi)
Extras
- None
Setting
- Small Town or Village
Neighbourhood
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Basic amenities within the village. Not a 'tourist' village (It's heritage was a former mining village) Lots to do in the area!
Outdoor Activities
- Cultural Events
- Hiking
Leisure
- Cafés
- Restaurants
- Shopping
Cultural Activities
- Galleries
- Museums
- Popular Monuments
- Theatre
Transport Nearby
- Bus
- Car Necessary
Neighbourhood Services
- Corner Shop
Attractions
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
Bowes Museum
Barnard Castle ruins
Raby Castle
Bishop Auckland- Kynren Light show in the Summer
High Force waterfall
Stanhope/Weardale railway
Birds of Prey show
Farmers' markets
Whitham theatre
Killhope Lead mine
Durham Dales
High Force waterfall
Hamsterley Forest
Our favourite restaurants
- Penny's Tearoom, Barnard Castle
- Cross Keys Pub, Hamsterley
Special places to shop
- Barnard Castle- full of quirky shops and independent businesses
Leisure and cultural activities
- So many! See list above
Walks or jogging paths
- Hamsterley Forest
- Deepdale Nature Reserve, Barnard Castle
Interesting day trips
- Beamish Living History Museum, Durham
- York - about an hour away. So much to do!
- Durham - Castle, Cathedral etc
Our Preferences
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
No smoking in the house please
Conditions
- Children Welcome
- Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Pet Care Offered
- Plant Care Not Needed
Use of Personal Car
- Use of Personal Car is not possible
Home Exchange Type
- Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
- Simultaneous Home Exchange
- Weekend Home Exchange
- Homesit Offered
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