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John & Jan
United States
Aug 21, 2018 - Aug 29, 2018
Canada - Victoria - House (2 floors+)
Canada - BC - Victoria
ID : CA71156
Became a member in: 2006
Renewal Date: 31/Mar/2023
2Exchanges
94%Response Rate
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Retired engineer and health administrator, we love to travel and enjoy a variety of outdoor, cultural and artistic pursuits, along with good food and cooking. We have done a half dozen exchanges in BC and one in Melbourne, AU.
About us
Additional languages spoken
French
Affinities
Watersports,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees,
Seniors,
Communty Service Volunteers
Home exterior
Sunroom is our family room.
Sunroom looking into kitchen.
Kitchen
Kitchen and breakfast bar.
Butler's pantry, kitchen
Dining & living room
Dining room
Living room
Second bedroom
Bedroom 1
Bath with shower
Bath with clawfoot tub
Deck & yard
Kettle Valley Railway hiking path
Local park, 200 steps from home.
Park view to Olympic Mountains WA.
- Sleeping capacity4
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms2
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Weekend Home Exchange
Long-term Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
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Our Home For Exchange
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
2500sqft character home in parklike setting 10 minutes to downtown. Great outdoors, attractions, dining arts and 180 steps to ocean, beach. All modern conveniences. http://www.hellobc.com/en-CA/RegionsCities/Victoria.htm
HOMELINKING SINCE 2006
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Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Main Residence
Amenities
- Balcony / Deck
- Dishwasher
- Clothes Washer
- Clothes Dryer
- Microwave Oven
- Extensive Grounds
- Peaceful Surroundings
- Fireplace
- Privacy / Seclusion
- Garden
- Heating
- Private parking
- Terrace / Patio
Entertainment
- DVD
- Internet access
- TV
- Wireless Internet (WiFi)
Extras
- Use of bicycle(s)
Setting
- Urban
- Seaside
Neighbourhood
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Victoria is British Columbia's capital city, we are located 10 minutes from downtown in a quiet residential neighbourhood with waterfront trails and parks. Vancouver Island is a vibrant culinary, artistic and outdoors destination for the world.
Victoria is a unique blend of old world charm and new world experiences. As an island destination, Victoria offers visitors an escape from the hurried world and beams with ambiance. In Victoria, heritage architecture, colourful gardens and traditions like afternoon tea are mixed with outdoor adventure, culinary experiences, cocktail and craft beer scenes. www.tourismvictoria.com
Outdoor Activities
- Beach
- Biking
- Cultural Events
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Diving
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Gym / Health Club
- Tennis
- Hiking
- Public Swimming Pool
- Sailing
- Windsurfing
Leisure
- Park / Playground
- Cafés
- Gym / Health Club
- Restaurants
- Shopping
Cultural Activities
- Concerts
- Galleries
- Museums
- Popular Monuments
- Theatre
Transport Nearby
- Bus
Neighbourhood Services
- Bakery
- Corner Shop
- Pharmacy
- Supermarket
Attractions
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
Victoria is your gateway to Vancouver Island. Access to Vancouver is by ferry, downtown to downtown is 3 hours by car or bus. Check out www.victoriatourism.com
Our Preferences
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
Please check our exchange preferences below
Conditions
- Children Welcome
- Pets Not Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Plant care is needed inside
Use of Personal Car
- Use of Personal Car is possible
Home Exchange Type
- Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
- Simultaneous Home Exchange
- Weekend Home Exchange
- Long-term Home Exchange
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