Mark & Jill
Australia
Sep 5, 2015 - Sep 12, 2015
Became a member in: 2015
Renewal Date: 22/Jan/2016
Affinities
Golf,
Plants & Gardens,
Pets,
Tennis,
Fishing,
Hiking,
Motorhomes / Caravans,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
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Veterinary Surgeon (Retired)
Mark & Jill
Australia
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Long-term Home Exchange
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
Large Broome style home with park views in a secluded cul-de-sac in the heart of Cable Beach residential area, close proximity to the famous Cable Beach, restaurants and shops. Broome is well situated for access to the Pilbara, the Dampier peninsula and known as the Gateway to the Kimberley. Vehicle available for local travel only. Well appointed home with extensive outside roofed living and entertainment area at front of house with covered walkways and fish ponds overlooking park to maximize cool sea breezes. Large open living area with adjoining inside entertainment/studio area leading out to swimming pool with outside bathroom, Bali style lounge area and tropical gardens. Polished wooden floors throughout with wooden joinery, fully air-conditioned with ceiling fans in every room. Large bathrooms with showers, spar bath in second bathroom. Large well appointed kitchen with marble tops and kitchen appliances, gas cook top and electrical oven. Solar panels and solar hot water system.
Type
House - single floor/ Main Residence
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Sunset Park area behind famous Cable Beach with easy walking to beach amenities, hotels (including the renowned Cable Beach Spar Resort), restaurants and shops. Overlooking Sunset Park with wide grassed area and children's play ground and native flora and fauna. Short drive or local bus service to main town areas with the famous China Town, supermarkets, shopping centers, boutique shops and weekend Courthouse markets for a local flavor.
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
View the stunning sunsets that Cable Beach is famous for, either standing overlooking the beach or with a cocktail in hand or dinner or drive along the beach itself to enjoy a champagne or BBQ north of the rocks or at Guantheum Point or just enjoy the beach.
Visit Malcolm Douglas's crocodile farm and locally owned pearl farms and show rooms to learn how pearls are produced
Choose from multiple scenic flights and other eco-holiday resorts. Drive up the Dampier peninsula for local beaches and aboriginal cultural experiences. Take a Kimberley cruise into the wild.
Visit and shop locally or in China Town with its famous pearl and jewelry shops for famous south sea pearls, Argyle pink or Ellenbrae yellow diamonds. Visit the weekend Court House Markets for local flavor.
Drive the scenic Gibb River Roads with its many attractions and station stays to El Questro, Wyndham, Kununurra, Lake Argyle and Bungle Bungles. (4X4 driving essential)
Head south to the scenic Pilbara and its mining.
Our favourite restaurants
Cafés & bars
Special places to shop
Leisure and cultural activities
Walks or jogging paths
Interesting day trips
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
Full use of house and facilities with care.
Families welcome but full responsibility and care expected.
Car exchange preferable but with conditions limiting to local area. Car hire available for touring options.
Cleaner option and pool maintenance negotiable at own cost.
Utilities provided under negotiation.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2015
Renewal Date: 22/Jan/2016
Affinities
Golf,
Plants & Gardens,
Pets,
Tennis,
Fishing,
Hiking,
Motorhomes / Caravans,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Retirees,
Seniors,
Homemakers,
Medical & Healthcare Professionals,
Artists / Entertainment Industry,
Science / Research
MoreLessProfession
Veterinary Surgeon (Retired)
Mark & Jill
Australia
Over 70 years of home exchange experience
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