We really enjoyed our stay in Harrogate, at the Colbourn's home. They have a lovely home, exactly as stated in their listing. The beautiful town of Ha...
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Jonathan Siddall & Kerrie
United Kingdom
Feb 12, 2024 - Feb 16, 2024
Edwardian family home in historic town
United Kingdom - North Yorkshire - Harrogate
ID : UK68039
Became a member in: 2011
Renewal Date: 14/Mar/2025
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We are a family of four and have enjoyed many successful exchanges over the last few years, including Bruges, Venice, Vancouver, Galicia and Berlin. We have a tabby cat, Molly, who has been one of the most popular aspects of our previous exchanges! We would be happy to look after your pets.
About us
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Hiking,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals
Profession
Headteacher and teacher
Our pets
1 cat
Front of our house
View to front garden with Molly the cat
Front porch
Original 1910 front door
Stairs to hallway
Dining room and piano
Dining room fireplace
Original Grandfather clock
Lounge with wood burner
Lounge with period round window
Molly
Downstairs bathroom
Kitchen with seating for 6
Double oven
Induction hob
House bathroom with freestanding bath
Large shower/underfloor heating
Main bedroom
Doors to master en-suite and wardrobe
Bedroom two (double)
Second floor
Bedroom 3 (double)
Bedroom 4 (single)
Bedroom 4
Loft conversion seating area
Back garden with log pile and BBQ
Back garden (outdoor seating area)
The Stray (parkland) 5 minutes from our house
20 minute walk to restaurants in town centre
Harrogate's famous Turkish Baths
Fountains Abbey (National Trust property)
Famous Yorkshire Dales
Many cycling and walking opportunities
Historic York (40 mins by car)
Leeds (40 mins) great shops and nightlife
Harewood House Stately Home
Edinburgh (5 hours by train)
London (under 3 hours by train)
Family wedding in August '21
- Sleeping capacity7
- Bedrooms4
- Bathrooms2
Simultaneous Home Exchange
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
We are a family of four and live in a lovely, 110-year-old house which has many original features. Our eldest daughter is now at University but we love travelling together, discovering new and unusual places. We have had nine successful home exchanges to date including Venice, Vancouver, Berlin, and Galicia. We enjoy islands or being near a river or the sea. We also like mountains, walking, museums, history, and city life and are open to all offers.
Harrogate is a beautiful town and is frequently chosen as one of the best places to live in England. We are a 10-minute walk from the town centre and have beautiful countryside and historic castles, abbeys and stately homes on our doorstep. We are also half an hour from Leeds and York. If you'd like to use our home as a base for visiting bigger cities, we are a 10-minute walk from the train station. Harrogate is under 3 hours from London by train and 5 hours from Edinburgh. Car exchange is negotiable. All our visitors have loved Yorkshire and we are sure you will too.
Mark and I have worked in education for over 20 years and make the most of our holidays. We have a lovely, gentle tabby cat who just needs feeding twice a day but will love sitting on your lap whenever you are free. We are happy to look after your pets and plants.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Main Residence
Amenities
- Dishwasher
- Clothes Washer
- Clothes Dryer
- Microwave Oven
- Peaceful Surroundings
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Heating
Entertainment
- Internet access
- Piano
- TV
- Wireless Internet (WiFi)
Extras
- Use of bicycle(s)
Setting
- Suburban
- Small Town or Village
Neighbourhood
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Harrogate is a beautiful Victorian spa town. In 2015 it was chosen as the start of the Tour de France and in 2019 hosted the cycling world championships. Harrogate is also home to the famous Betty's tea rooms, Harlow Carr Gardens, and Harrogate spa water. The town centre is renowned for the variety of its independent shops and restaurants. If you want to experience Harrogate’s spa history, you can visit the Turkish Baths or the Royal Pump Rooms Museum. A five-minute walk from our house takes you to a convenient range of independent shops, a cafe, two supermarkets and takeaway food options
Outdoor Activities
- Biking
- Cultural Events
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Gym / Health Club
- Tennis
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Public Swimming Pool
- River
Leisure
- Park / Playground
- Cafés
- Gym / Health Club
- Restaurants
- Shopping
- Park / Playground
Cultural Activities
- Concerts
- Galleries
- Museums
- Opera
- 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
Nearby are the national parks of the Yorkshire Dales and the North York Moors with stunning countryside and ample opportunities for walking, cycling, climbing, etc. If you visit during the summer, there are country shows, working farms and many other places for families to visit. 22 miles away is the world-famous ancient walled city of York, with its Viking and Roman remains. We are also only 28 miles from Howarth where the famous Bronte sisters lived. 15 miles away is the World Heritage site of Fountains Abbey, encompassing the largest abbey ruins in the country and some of England’s most spectacular Georgian water gardens. There are many castles and stately homes to visit in the area, including Harewood House, Newby Hall, and Ripley Castle. A short journey could take you to Whitby, a fascinating port on the coast, the renowned Yorkshire Sculpture Park or into the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
11 miles to Leeds/Bradford International Airport
1 and a half hours from Manchester Airport.
2.5 hours to London or 3.5 hours to Edinburgh by train.
http://www.yorkshire.com/destinations/insidersguide/harrogate
Our favourite restaurants
- Stuzzi (Traditional Sicilian Street Food))
- The Ivy (well known Brasserie)
- Shoulder of Mutton (traditional country pub)
Cafés & bars
Special places to shop
Leisure and cultural activities
Walks or jogging paths
- The Yorkshire Dales - easy access from Harrogate
- World Heritage Site of Fountains Abbey
- The Stray - open space, 5 minutes from our house
Health or fitness clubs
Interesting day trips
Our Preferences
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
We are happy to consider all locations. However, Mark and I work in education so we are limited to school holidays
Conditions
- Children Welcome
- Pets Not Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Pet Care Needed
- Pet Care Offered
- Plant Care Not Needed
Use of Personal Car
- Use of Personal Car is possible
Home Exchange Type
- Simultaneous Home Exchange
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