Became a member in: 2016
Renewal Date: 31/Jan/2024
I am a retired Administrator. Love to travel and have had successful exchanges in UK(2), Canada(2) , New Zealand and Spain. My hobbies are gardening, cards, socialising and active Probus Club member. My husband recently passed and I am keen to continue travelling.
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Motorhomes / Caravans,
Wine Lovers,
The Arts
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees,
Seniors
Profession
Administrator (Retired)
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
Open to all dates | New Zealand | New Zealand | Christchurch, New Zealand |
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
LOCATION, LOCATION.....Great sub tropical base for seeing the best of
Australia from Sydney to Cairns. Situated in a secure Country Club estate with 24/7 Manned security. Riverlakes Golf Course is part of our estate.
Queensland's capital city Brisbane - 30 minutes
Gold Coast - 30 minutes
Theme Park Capital - 20 minutes
Mt Tamborine Rainforests - 40 minutes
Australia Zoo - 1hr 15 mins
International Airport - 35 minutes
Sydney - 1 hour flight
Cairns - 2 hours flight
Situated at the end of a leafy cul de sac, fully renovated home with large bi-fold doors to outside making it perfect for our climate, situated in the secure Riverlakes Country Club estate, with golf course, swimming pool, tennis courts, and local shopping centre.
Our one level detached home has 2 bedrooms plus study with wifi, queen sized main with ensuite and 2 single beds in 2nd bedroom, family bathroom, large open plan living flowing out onto large undercover patio’s for those informal gatherings as well as an outside TV room. Inside/Outside living, including Spa/Jacuzzi, a must in our sub-tropical climate and fire pit in case it should turn cool.
The kitchen is brand new with a large stone bench and all new stainless steel appliances. A very private entertaining area at the back of the home where parrots visit regularly.
Cornubia Shopping Village, with major supermarket etc, only a couple of minutes away and Regional Shopping Centre, Loganholme Hyperdome, is 10 minutes with buses into the city of Brisbane every 20 minutes. This bus travels on a dedicated bus lane for most of the trip so is reliable and convenient for a visit to the capital of Queensland, Brisbane.
On ramp to the M1 motor way is close by with quick access to Brisbane (north) and Gold Coast (south).
I am sure you will love the sub-tropical weather and the outdoor environment of our home and area.
Type
House - single floor/ Main Residence
Amenities
Entertainment
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Cornubia is a leafy suburb 30 minutes south of Brisbane, the Capital of Queensland, 20 minutes from major theme parks, 30 minutes north of the Gold Coast via the M1 which is readily accessed. Our home is located in a small court on a Golf course Estate with 24/7 manned security on the Logan River. The estate includes swimming pool, 2 tennis courts, playground, river walks as well as Riverlakes Golf Course. Parrots live in the area and visit the garden most days.
Our local council region includes art galleries, entertainment centres, activities and much more. Check out the website: www.logan.qld.gov.au to see how active our council is.
Local shops are at the entrance to the Estate with coffee shops, bakery, takeway, liquor store and chemist. Major supermarket and regional shopping centre minutes away.
Excellent public transport to the city. Enjoy the best art galleries, museums, theatres, restaurants and shopping a State City can offer. Have a look at www.visitbrisbane.com.au
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
Four major theme parks are 20 minutes away, Movie World, Dream World, Wet 'n' Wild and Wild Water Park. Sea World is 40 minutes away with Australia Zoo on the Sunshine Coast is just over an hour. Wildlife Sanctuary's are located nearby if you want to cuddle a koala.
Brisbane City, capital of Queensland, is 30 minutes drive with great public transport.
The fabulous Gold Coast and further south to Byron Bay are within very easy reach.
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
Home is suitable for a couple , main bedroom has queen sized bed and ensuite, the second bedroom has 2 single beds a family bathroom.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2016
Renewal Date: 31/Jan/2024
I am a retired Administrator. Love to travel and have had successful exchanges in UK(2), Canada(2) , New Zealand and Spain. My hobbies are gardening, cards, socialising and active Probus Club member. My husband recently passed and I am keen to continue travelling.
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Motorhomes / Caravans,
Wine Lovers,
The Arts
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees,
Seniors
Profession
Administrator (Retired)
Over 70 years of home exchange experience
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