Became a member in: 2000
Renewal Date: 31/May/2020
We are a family of 5. Our eldest daughter is studying her Masters of Arts in Philosophy at Melbourne University. The younger two girls are bilingual in German as they went to Deutsche Schule Melbourne in primary school. We enjoy travelling the world, cycling most weekends and also enjoy spending time at our beach house on Phillip Island. We enjoy body surfing and swimming all year long.
Additional languages spoken
German
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
Yoga / Meditation
MoreLessAffiliations
Medical & Healthcare Professionals,
Science / Research
Profession
Dentist/Business Manager
Our pets
Mishka is a Samoid dog. Mitzi is our cat.
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Weekend Home Exchange
Hospitality Exchange Offered
Hospitality Exchange Wanted
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
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Description of the home we are offering for exchange
This is a 2 storey, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom beach house that can sleep up to 8 people. It is a short walk to Smith's Beach (800 meters) and is 5 km from Cowes on Phillip Island.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Second home
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Smith's Beach is a quiet surf beach on Phillip Island located within 5 km of the Phillip Island Grand Prix race track and 8km from the world famous Penguin Parade.
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
Our Beach House is a short walk (800 metres) to Smith's Beach. It is a surf beach which is patrolled by Surf Life Savers during the Summer months. You can take surf lessons from Island surf, go swimming or just go for walks. The area is inhabited by natural wildlife like kangaroos, mutton birds, echidnas and other animals. it is a short drive to Cowes (5 km) and also the Grand Prix race track. The Nobbies, the Penguin Parade, Koala park and other Phillip Island nature parks are also close by.
Our favourite restaurants
Leisure and cultural activities
Walks or jogging paths
Interesting day trips
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
Please treat our home as you would your own.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2000
Renewal Date: 31/May/2020
We are a family of 5. Our eldest daughter is studying her Masters of Arts in Philosophy at Melbourne University. The younger two girls are bilingual in German as they went to Deutsche Schule Melbourne in primary school. We enjoy travelling the world, cycling most weekends and also enjoy spending time at our beach house on Phillip Island. We enjoy body surfing and swimming all year long.
Additional languages spoken
German
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
Yoga / Meditation
MoreLessAffiliations
Medical & Healthcare Professionals,
Science / Research
Profession
Dentist/Business Manager
Our pets
Mishka is a Samoid dog. Mitzi is our cat.
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