Cathal
Ireland
Jun 16, 2023 - Jul 2, 2023
Became a member in: 2007
Renewal Date: 28/Feb/2025
Having run my own business until very recently, I am now retired and wish to spend time travelling to new and interesting places, with a particular interest in the east and west coasts of Canada, and also the UK as my daughter lives there. I have enjoyed several successful house exchanges in the past, though not. All of these show since I recently restarted my membership.
Affinities
Golf,
Watersports,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Wine Lovers
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Retirees,
Seniors
Profession
Retired (Retired)
Cathal
Ireland
Catherine and David
United Kingdom
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Homesit Offered
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
Open to all dates | Canada |
Open to all dates | Open to all destinations |
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Ours is a luxurious, modern, spacious home, in a private setting.
This is a light and airy, well equipped house with superb views of the Okanagan Lake, and is surrounded by mountains and beautiful countryside.
The lake is the central feature of the Okanagan landscape and it is just minutes from the door, dominating the spectacular views from almost all rooms in the house.
We have a large deck overlooking the lake and our lovely garden is frequently visited by deer, quail and chipmunks.
We are happy to make our car available as part of a car swap.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Main Residence
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Quiet and friendly.
The house sits in a small, quiet group of homes above the lake, with easy access to the main highway, sited between the small town of Summerland and the lovely resort of Peachland. A car is essential and we would be happy to include our car as part of a car swap.
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
For all your essentials, the small town of Summerland is just a few minutes by car in one direction and the lovely resort of Peachland a few minutes the other way. The city of Penticton is just 20 minutes’ drive or for larger stores and shopping opportunities you may wish to visit Kelowna which is approximately 45 minutes away. If you want to explore further, then Vancouver and Seattle on the west coast are great options to consider.
The Okanagan is rightly famous for its wineries and fruit orchards. Many of the wineries have lovely restaurants attached for lunch or dinner opportunities and delicious fresh fruit in season is available from the many local fruit stands.
With numerous long and beautiful trails alongside rivers, lakes and a disused railway, through meadows and forests and over mountains there are endless possibilities for walking, cycling and running. The lake offers swimming, boating and more - with some lovely beaches for simply chilling along its shoreline too. If golf appeals to you, there are plenty of courses to choose from nearby, and in winter we also have great skiing at the nearby Apex resort which is accessible by car. Nearby lakes and rivers are open for public fishing.
The Okanagan climate is warm and dry from late spring through fall, with low humidity making the hotter summer temperatures even more enjoyable. The house is fully air conditioned which helps too!
In short, our Okanagan home makes a great base for those wishing an active holiday, a gourmet holiday or simply a chance to get away from it all.
Our favourite restaurants
Cafés & bars
Special places to shop
Leisure and cultural activities
Walks or jogging paths
Health or fitness clubs
Interesting day trips
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
I am interested in exchanges within Canada, but I am also interested in travel to any destination at any time.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2007
Renewal Date: 28/Feb/2025
Having run my own business until very recently, I am now retired and wish to spend time travelling to new and interesting places, with a particular interest in the east and west coasts of Canada, and also the UK as my daughter lives there. I have enjoyed several successful house exchanges in the past, though not. All of these show since I recently restarted my membership.
Affinities
Golf,
Watersports,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Wine Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees,
Seniors
Profession
Retired (Retired)
Cathal
Ireland
Catherine and David
United Kingdom
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