Became a member in: 2019
Renewal Date: 31/Oct/2020
We are a retired couple. Ingrid is a recently retired CEO of a large NGO, and Tom is a retired social worker. We are an well traveled outdoorsy couple that loves cycling, walking, hiking and exploring new places, cultures and ideas. We both share a deep love for the planet. Although we are new to HomeLink, we have many years experience with privately arranged house exchanges and have references if this would be helpful.
Additional languages spoken
German, French, Spanish
Affinities
Watersports,
Skiing,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Yoga / Meditation,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
University Professors,
Retirees,
Seniors,
NGO workers,
Communty Service Volunteers
MoreLessProfession
Ingrid retired CEO, Tom retired social worker (Retired)
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 |
Open to all dates | Open to all destinations |
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Our home is a spacious, modern, two bedroom plus den, two fireplace (one gas, one electric), two and a half bathroom townhouse. The house is clean, well kept and well equipped including dishwasher, washer and dryer. We have a lovely private patio oasis. Secure parking is available. If you have children, we can easily set up a comfortable camping mattress or two depending on need.
Type
Apartment/ Main Residence
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Our home is centrally located in one of Vancouver's best residential neighbourhoods. We are a half block (2 minute walk) from a 20 minute bus to downtown (or a 10 minute drive, or pleasant 30 minute bike ride -- all of which we regularly utilize). We are an 8 minute drive to Vancouver's stunning beaches, or an 10 minute drive to Granville Island Public Market -- all easily accessible by bus, bike or walk. We are a 30 minute urban walk (or minutes by car) to 5 unique neighbourhood villages, each with their own special shops and restaurants. In addition to being close to some of Vancouver's best pedestrian/cycling greenways, our home is close to the beautiful University of British Columbia including its hiking trails through the forested Pacific Spirit Park, as well as the architecturally gorgeous Museum of Anthropology.
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Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
- Easy access to downtown attractions including Art Gallery, theatres, shopping, historic Gastown by bus (20 minutes), car (10 minutes), bike (30 minutes).
- Granville Island Public Market and entertainment district are 10 minutes by car or 20 minutes by bus or bike, or accessible via a pedestrian greenway.
- Stunning beaches are 8 minutes by car, 15 minutes by bike, 20 minutes by bus.
- We are a lovely half hour walk or minutes by car from several of Vancouver's neighbourhood village centres (historic 4th Avenue, South Granville Gallery Row, Kerrisdale, Dunbar, each with their unique character, shops, restaurants....). While on 4th Avenue, visit the original Lululemon and free yoga classes and/or go see the photos of the origins of Greenpeace in Bimini's Pub.
- We are minutes from the 9 km. Arbutus Greenway (walking/bike path) which leads to the Fraser River to the South, and Granville Island/False Creek to the North, winding through community gardens and amenities to stop for a coffee on route.
- We are an 8 minute drive or 25 minute bus ride to the University of British Columbia, including its extensive hiking trails in the surrounding Pacific Spirit Park, and the outstanding Museum of Anthropology.
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
We will treat your home gently, and leave your home clean and tidy, and we appreciate the same :)
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2019
Renewal Date: 31/Oct/2020
We are a retired couple. Ingrid is a recently retired CEO of a large NGO, and Tom is a retired social worker. We are an well traveled outdoorsy couple that loves cycling, walking, hiking and exploring new places, cultures and ideas. We both share a deep love for the planet. Although we are new to HomeLink, we have many years experience with privately arranged house exchanges and have references if this would be helpful.
Additional languages spoken
German, French, Spanish
Affinities
Watersports,
Skiing,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Yoga / Meditation,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
University Professors,
Retirees,
Seniors,
NGO workers,
Communty Service Volunteers
MoreLessProfession
Ingrid retired CEO, Tom retired social worker (Retired)
Over 70 years of home exchange experience
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