Melbourne, Elsternwick. Garden apartment
Australia - Victoria - ELSTERNWICK
ID : AU6517
Became a member in: 2003
Renewal Date: 31/May/2021
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I have recently retired after working in cancer research for many years. I enjoy history, art, archaeology, countryside, coastlines, small ship expedition cruising and wildlife viewing.
About us
Affinities
Hiking,
The Arts
Affiliations
Retirees,
Seniors,
Science / Research
- Sleeping capacity2
- Bedrooms1
- Bathrooms1
Simultaneous 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
Comfortable 1 bedroom apartment with attic TV room, small block in garden setting. Views of bay. Excellent for all Melbourne attractions. Suit single or couple, possible teen or adult on sofa bed.
3km from St Kilda and beach. 2min to public transport and shops/cafes, 15min by transport to city centre, national art gallery and theatres. Also easy access by car to shopping malls. Full modern kitchen, recently renovated bathroom and all freshly painted.
Looking for exchanges 2018 April to end of August in UK, Ireland, France or anywhere in Europe. Non-simultaneous exchange available during that period.
Type
Apartment/ Main Residence
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony / Deck
- Dishwasher
- Clothes Washer
- Microwave Oven
- View
- Furnished with Antiques
- Garden
- Heating
- Garage
- Private parking
Entertainment
- DVD
- Internet access
- TV
- Wireless Internet (WiFi)
- Family Room / Playroom
Extras
- None
Setting
- Suburban
- Seaside
Neighbourhood
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Elsternwick boasts a mix of quiet inner suburbia with a local shopping strip: cafes, restaurants, supermarket all within short walking distance. Stone's throw from public transport 15 minutes to city centre, National Gallery of Victoria and theatre complex. Also only 2km from St Kilda with its combination of restaurants, nightlife and beach side attractions. Good area for walking and cycling along the beachfront. Walking distance to public golf course, parks and gardens. Easy access by car to the Mornington Peninsula and other Victorian coastal areas. Many other country destinations withing 1-2 hours drive.
Outdoor Activities
- Beach
- Biking
- Cultural Events
- Golfing
- Gym / Health Club
- Tennis
- Public Swimming Pool
- Windsurfing
Leisure
- Park / Playground
- Cafés
- Gym / Health Club
- Restaurants
- Shopping
- Park / Playground
Cultural Activities
- Concerts
- Galleries
- Museums
- Opera
- Theatre
Transport Nearby
- Bus
- Train Station
- Tram
Neighbourhood Services
- Bakery
- Corner Shop
- Pharmacy
- Supermarket
Attractions
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
Only a short walk to the Classic cinema, restaurants, bars and local shops. Easy train or tram ride to the National Gallery of Victoria and the Melbourne Arts Centre theatre and concert venue. Too many places to list here but all of Melbourne is accessible by public transport. Many day trips also accessible by car or guided day trips.
Our favourite restaurants
Cafés & bars
Special places to shop
Leisure and cultural activities
Walks or jogging paths
- St Kilda beachside walking/ bike paths
- Elwood beach walking/bike paths
- Parks and gardens
Health or fitness clubs
Interesting day trips
Our Preferences
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
My home is a small apartment with one main bedroom and extra sleeping available for a single or couple. It has a view of the bay. Not suitable for young children or people with disabilities. There is one external and one internal flight of stairs. There is a garden outside but no maintenance necessary. Car exchange Mazda3 5 door manual transmission.
Conditions
- No Children Please
- Pets Not Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Plant care is needed inside
- Plant care is needed outdoors
Use of Personal Car
- Use of Personal Car is possible
Home Exchange Type
- Simultaneous Home Exchange
- Long-term Home Exchange
- Homesit Offered
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