Chris & Gill
United Kingdom
Aug 12, 2017 - Aug 19, 2017
Maid's Quarters Suite - self-contained
New Zealand - Wellington - Upper Hutt
ID : NZ00098004
Became a member in: 2016
Renewal Date: 31/Jul/2018
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60%Response Rate
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Originally from Kent, England we emigrated to New Zealand in 2003 with our two daughters who have now married lovely Kiwi men and we have 2 gorgeous grandchildren who we are lucky, live nearby but are a good reason why we remain in New Zealand.
We are a professional, recently retired couple – Dave was an IT Manager with British and NZ Telecom and Glynis has been a teacher/lecturer at The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand and in the Prisons in UK and NZ.
In 2011 we purchased and embarked on the restoration of Elderslea Manor to save it from demolition – it has been hard work and a money ‘pit’ but everyone thinks it has been worth it. We have created the two suites that we let out to give us an income and for the ‘old lady’ to give us something back in return. Our two suites have a 9.5/10 overall rating. One of these suites, the Maid's Quarters is fully equipped for long stays. We like to return to UK as often to visit family &friends which is why we have decided to do exchanges.
About us
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Bridge,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Retirees,
Seniors,
Homemakers,
Caregivers,
Civil Service Professionals,
Technology Professionals
MoreLessProfession
Adult Tutor/Lecturer & IT Manager (Retired)
Our personal links
Elderslea Manor. Maid's Quarters Suite to right
- Sleeping capacity3
- Bedrooms2
- Bathrooms1
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Weekend Home Exchange
Long-term Home Exchange
Sabbatical Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is not possible
We are looking for a home exchange in ...
| Open to all dates | UK |
| Open to all dates | Scotland, United Kingdom |
| Open to all dates | Wales, United Kingdom |
| Open to all dates | France | Normandy, France | Brittany, France |
| Open to all dates | Ireland |
Our Home For Exchange
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Part of a restored manor house. Beautiful, comfortable 3 roomed suite with own access at front and rear access to garden, pool and outdoor spa.
Fully fitted kitchen/diner with fridge/freezer, washing machine, full cooker and all equipment for short or long term stays. A good sized bay-windowed bedroom/sitting room with queen bed, leather sofa, TV with Freeview, DVD's, books, games, etc. Separate single bedroom with sauna. Shower room with rainshower. Guests have stayed here for up to 9 weeks and have called it their home away from home.
Tennis court and park at the rear of the house - tennis racquets and bikes available for guest use.
10-15 minute walk to Upper Hutt CBD and railway station. Trains direct to Wellington and the Wairarapa villages of Carterton, Masterton, Greytown and Featherston. Plenty of tramping/walking tracks and parks, great fishing in the Hutt River, horseriding, golf, horse racing, motor racing and go-kart racing all within 10 minutes drive.
Type
Apartment/ Second home
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony / Deck
- Cleaning service available
- Clothes Washer
- Microwave Oven
- Peaceful Surroundings
- Garden
- Heating
- Private parking
- Sauna
- Private Pool
Entertainment
- DVD
- Internet access
- TV
- Wireless Internet (WiFi)
Extras
- Use of bicycle(s)
Setting
- Suburban
Neighbourhood
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Tennis court and park at the rear of the house - tennis racquets and bikes available for guest use.
In a quiet location only 10-15 minute walk to Upper Hutt CBD and railway station. Great cafe scene and some good restaurants in the area.
Trains direct to Wellington and the Wairarapa villages of Carterton, Masterton, Greytown and Featherston. Plenty of tramping/walking tracks and parks, great fishing in the Hutt River, horseriding, golf, horse racing, motor racing and go-kart racing all within 10 minutes drive. 5 minutes walk to the Hutt river for great walks and swimming holes. Kaitoke Park and other Lord of the Rings locations are nearby.
Outdoor Activities
- Biking
- Cultural Events
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Gym / Health Club
- Tennis
- Hiking
- Public Swimming Pool
- River
Leisure
- Park / Playground
- Cafés
- Gym / Health Club
- Restaurants
- Shopping
Cultural Activities
- Concerts
- Galleries
- Museums
Transport Nearby
- Bus
- Train Station
Neighbourhood Services
- Bakery
- Corner Shop
- Pharmacy
- Supermarket
Attractions
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
Tennis court and park at the rear of the house - tennis racquets and bikes available for guest use.
10-15 minute walk to Upper Hutt CBD and railway station. Trains direct to Wellington and the Wairarapa villages of Carterton, Masterton, Greytown and Featherston. Plenty of tramping/walking tracks and parks, great fishing in the Hutt River, horseriding, golf, horse racing, motor racing and go-kart racing all within 10 minutes drive.
Expressions Centre has exhibitions and various entertainment during the day and evenings. The Cossie CLub also has many different activities and events as well as other entertainment/gigs. There are two cinemas showing all the latest films and a Aquatic/swimming pool and large activity/playground centre for children as well as many local smaller ones including Clyma Park at the rear of the property.
Our favourite restaurants
- Sevens Bar and restaurant
- Rome's
- Jovans
Cafés & bars
- Mayfair Cafe
- Silverspoon
Special places to shop
- Upper Hutt Mall
- Avisons
Leisure and cultural activities
- Expressions
- H2O Extreme
Health or fitness clubs
- Jetts
- Contours
Interesting day trips
- Wairarapa Towns
- Wellington CBD
- Southward Car Museum
Our Preferences
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
We have spent a great deal of effort and money in restoring our home and expect our guests to treat our house with respect and look after the property as we will do with any property we may use. Children welcome but noise will need to be kept to a reasonable level due to the fact that we have another suite that is let out to visitors. Pool and outdoor spa is used by the family and guests to the house. Happy for long or short term swaps.
Following a first disastrous exchange where we turned up to a non simultaneous exchange property in Edinburgh UK that was so dirty we would not even stay a single night and cost us more than 1000GBP to find last minute alternative accommodation, we are only interested in exchanging with like minded people who take a pride in their property with a high standard of cleanliness. We would love to hear from you if you can accommodate us for 1 or 2 weeks during in the UK in August / September / October 2017.
Conditions
- Children Welcome
- Pets Not Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Plant Care Not Needed
Use of Personal Car
- Use of Personal Car is not possible
Home Exchange Type
- Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
- Simultaneous Home Exchange
- Weekend Home Exchange
- Long-term Home Exchange
- Sabbatical Home Exchange
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