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Mary
Canada
May 1, 2020 - May 31, 2020
Home in the lovely Isle of Wight
United Kingdom - Isle of Wight - Shanklin
ID : UK53735
Became a member in: 2007
Renewal Date: 15/May/2021
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Seeking long or short exchange in UK, due to Covid, simultaneous or non simultaneous, or house oe pet sit in warm climate during Winter months. I am a retired responsible lady 71 years old, who worked as a secretary and PA. I have had many several super exchanges and wonderful pet sitting experiences, so I am also willing to pet and house sit. I would probably bring a friend with me.
Easy to get here from Gatwick or Heathrow Airports. Whilst here it is easy walking everywhere. No need for a car and excellent bus service from outside the property. Very central. 5 mins walk to Beach. And many walks nearby. Near beach, small shops and countryside for walking.
About us
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Pets,
Skiing,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Hiking,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Yoga / Meditation
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees,
Seniors,
Homemakers,
Caregivers,
Fashion
MoreLessProfession
Administrator and PA (Retired)
View of Culver Cliff - 10 mins walk
Part of the Back Garden
Shanklin Beach - Fishermans Beach, 15 mins walk
Steephill Cove
Bonchurch
Shanklin Beach
Lake Beach - 15 minute walk along the seafront
Section of rear garden
FRONT VIEW OF THE HOUSE - 7 GREEN LANE, SHANKLIN
This is me at sea
Cliffs at Ventnor
Castle Cove at Ventnor
Beach at famous Cowes - 45 minutes drive
Beach Retreat front window
- Sleeping capacity2
- Bedrooms1
- Bathrooms1
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Weekend Home Exchange
Long-term Home Exchange
Homesit Offered
Smoking Not Allowed
No Children Please
Use of Personal Car is possible
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Our Home For Exchange
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
France, Portugal, Spain, Austria, London, UK, USA. Willing to come and PET SIT or HOUSE SIT. I am a responsible mature lady who would probably bring a friend along. The indoor photo's are of the annex. Or i could possibly exchange my own 2 bedroom house as in the picture. And will be including more photo's soon. I don't drive and would prefer destination near an airport.++
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Very central Shanklin : Walk everywhere. No car needed. 10 mins to beach. 5 Mins shops, pubs, restaurants. Bus stops outside. Train 5 mins. See the island by bus - easy.
I have a two bedroom house for exchange. Or sometimes a one bed annex next door.
The home has two bedrooms with double bed in one and two singles in the other. There is also my office. There is a bathroom with bath and shower over. Kitchen with all facilities, massive light kitchen with patio and large light lounge and hallway. The property has carpets and central heating and is immaculate.
7 Green Lane:. The property is immaculate and has everything you could need. There is a garden to front and rear and a patio at the rear.
My house is Home from Home. Ideal for walkers, golfers. Walk to Keats Green, Esplanade, Sandown. Bus to Osborne House, Carisbrooke Castle, Sandown Zoo, The Botanical Gardens, Ventnor to name a few places of interest'. I am open to all exchanges but would like to be near public transport.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Second home
Amenities
- Balcony / Deck
- Cleaning service available
- Dishwasher
- Clothes Washer
- Microwave Oven
- Peaceful Surroundings
- View
- Privacy / Seclusion
- Garden
- Heating
- Private parking
- Terrace / Patio
Entertainment
- DVD
- Internet access
- TV
- Wireless Internet (WiFi)
Extras
- Use of bicycle(s)
Setting
- Urban
- Small Town or Village
- Rural
- Waterfront
- Seaside
Neighbourhood
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
I am an experienced exchanger having visited many places and countries in the past. My property can be rented if wished.
My house is very central to beach, town, shops, countryside. All transport nearby, including the train. You don't need a car, walk everywhere. The beach is 10 minutes walk and the so are the shops. Walk back from the pub.
Plenty of beautiful countryside, beaches. Fairly quiet. Interesting antique shops and restaurants. Villages, pubs. Easy transport from
Gatwick, Heathrow or Southampton airports.
You can visit 'The Needles', Alum Bay, Queen Victoria's Osborne House, Carisbrooke Castle, medieval churches.
Many miles of walking trails.
Shanklin is a small town with a few shops. We have many tourists. Lovely scenery and waterfront. Many bars have music.
7 Green Lane is set in a small road in central Shanklin with friendly neighbours. There is a public swimming pool.
5 mins to outdoor bowls. Again it is very central for everything.
Outdoor Activities
- Beach
- Biking
- Cultural Events
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Gym / Health Club
- Tennis
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Public Swimming Pool
- Sailing
- Scuba Diving / Surfing
- Windsurfing
Leisure
- Park / Playground
- Cafés
- Gym / Health Club
- Restaurants
- Shopping
Cultural Activities
- Concerts
- 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
Beach and seaside. Seaside walks. Osborne House, Ventnot Botanic Gardens. Pop Festival in June, Garlic Festival in August, Cowes Fireworks & Cowes Week in August.
Walkers paradise. Many villages and country pubs. Various fetes and activities during summer. Walk to good Shanklin Theatre. Another theatre in Newport. Walk to Dinasaur Museum. Carisbrooke Castle. County Show in June. Many carnivals. Much live music and dancing. Lots of small individual shops. Fishing and boat trips. Surfing and sailing of all kinds. Day trip to Portsmouth Historic Dock Yard. Visit the Mary Rose Exhibition at Portsmouth Dockyard. Day trip to Southampton or London, journey can be advised. Day trips to all south coast towns. Many famous people have lived here including Alfred Lord Tennyson, visit gardens and house. Queen Victoria, Osborne House. Photographer Juilia Cameron, visit her house. Sandown Zoo with tigers. Brading Roman Museum.
Our favourite restaurants
- Jasmine Indian Restaurant, Regent Street
- The Steamer Inn, Shanklin Esplande
- Waterfront, Shanklin Esplanade
Cafés & bars
- Tumblers Cafe
- Falcon Pub
- Holliers Inn
Special places to shop
- Shanklin Day Lewis and Shanklin Pharmacy
- Shanklin Old Village
- Lidls, Co-Op, Morrisons, Asda, Central
Leisure and cultural activities
- Shanklin Theatre
- Old Village Arts and Crafts
- Opollo Theatre, Newport
Walks or jogging paths
- Shanklin to Wroxall
- Shanklin Esplanade to Sandown
- America Woods
Health or fitness clubs
- The Heights, Sandown
Interesting day trips
- Carisbrooke Castle
- Osborne House
- Freshwater and Alum Bay
Our Preferences
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
No smoking please. No pets.
Conditions
- No Children Please
- Pets Not Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Pet Care Offered
- 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
- Long-term Home Exchange
- Homesit Offered
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