- Bovey Tracey, Devon, United Kingdom
- Oct 23, 2022 - Oct 29, 2022
- This part of Yorkshire is stunning, with lots to do and explore. Your home was equally lovely, with the garden being a real highlight. Friendly communication throughout enhanced our stay. Thank you for leaving our house so clean and tidy for our return. Many thanks for a wonderful week!
30m NE of York near Scarborough
United Kingdom - North Yorkshire - Scarborough
ID : UK68489
Became a member in: 2013
Renewal Date: 20/Feb/2023
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We love being outdoors whether that is gardening, walking, cycling or playing tennis. We are great nature lovers too and have worked hard to make our garden a haven for a wide range of wildlife. This year we've had little owls nesting in the apple tree, goslings on the pond and hedgehogs roaming the garden. We enjoy listening to live music, going to the theatre and exploring new places. We have five grandchildren and have lots of fun with them.
About us
Affinities
Golf,
Plants & Gardens,
Tennis,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Hiking,
The Arts,
Yoga / Meditation,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Retirees
Profession
Retired head teacher / teacher
Back of the house.
Our home from the front on a snowy day!
View of our home from the back garden
Kitchen
Sitting room with log fire
Dining room with extending table that can seat 8.
Dining room from the garden room.
Garden room
Garden room with door through to the porch.
Master bedroom with super king sized bed.
Second bedroom with king sized bed.
Bedrom 3 with double bed and view over the garden.
Bathroom with bath and electric shower over bath.
Terrace enjoying the sun from lunchtime onwards.
Summer house with decking and garden furniture.
View over our gardens to the North York Moors
Fruit and vegetable garden and greenhouse.
Wildlife pond in gated paddock.
Sunset from our paddock.
York Minster - well worth a visit!
Scarborough Castle and North Bay Beach.
Sue and Andy on Ravenscar beach with the seals.
- Sleeping capacity8
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms1
Simultaneous 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
Interested in UK for short breaks.
Welcome to North Yorkshire. We live in a beautiful area close to pretty seaside villages and towns. The closest is Scarborough, 7 miles away, with a medieval castle, active fishing port and marina, surfing beaches and a wide range of attractions.
We are within easy reach of York (1 hour) which has many attractions including a renowned gothic cathedral, medieval city walls, Roman and Viking remains, old city streets and wonderful restaurants. It is steeped in history and culture. Stage two of the Grand Depart of the tour de France left York in 2014.
There are views from our garden towards the North York Moors.This is popular with visitors who enjoy walks amongst the heather or a ride on the steam train. You will find many traditional English villages with local pubs to enjoy a meal and a traditional beer.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Main Residence
Amenities
- Cleaning service available
- Dishwasher
- Clothes Washer
- Clothes Dryer
- Microwave Oven
- Extensive Grounds
- Peaceful Surroundings
- View
- Fireplace
- Privacy / Seclusion
- Equipped for Children
- Garden
- Heating
- Baby Equipment
- Private parking
- Terrace / Patio
Entertainment
- Internet access
- TV
- Wireless Internet (WiFi)
Extras
- Use of bicycle(s)
Setting
- Small Town or Village
- Rural
- Seaside
Neighbourhood
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
We live in a very beautiful part of Northern England with the North York Moors, the Yorkshire Wolds and the Yorkshire coast all on our doorstep. We are an hour from the historical city of York with its amazing minster and excellent shopping. Our home is in a very quiet lane, our large garden is private, tranquil and full of wild birds. Our home is 200 years old and built of the traditional chalk stone, as are many other homes in the village. We have a local pub that serves good value meals and good beers. This area is excellent for walking, cycling, surfing and sightseeing. There are several very pretty fishing villages along the coast within easy access. Scarborough is one of the oldest seaside resorts in the UK and there are many walks with spectacular views to enjoy. There are also good restaurants, theatres and music venues. There is an active music scene in the town. Going inland there are many traditional English villages to explore and Dalby Forest, good for walking and cycling.
Outdoor Activities
- Beach
- Biking
- Cultural Events
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Tennis
- Hiking
- Public Swimming Pool
- Sailing
- Scuba Diving / Surfing
- Windsurfing
Leisure
- Park / Playground
- Cafés
- Restaurants
- Park / Playground
Cultural Activities
- Concerts
- Galleries
- Museums
- Theatre
Transport Nearby
- Car Necessary
Neighbourhood Services
- None
Attractions
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
Scarborough is the second most visited place in the U.K. after London. The harbour, castle and South Cliff Gardens are all delightful. You can enjoy theatre in the round at the Stephen Joseph Theatre, home to Alan Ayckbourn, the world's most popular living playwright. There is a flourishing music scene including a Jazz Club, Europe's largest open air theatre, and the lovely Scarborough Spa Theatre on the sea front.
We live close to several beautiful beaches; Filey, Clayton Bay, Scarborough South Bay and Scarborough North Bay and we are about 50 minutes from Whitby.
We are close to the North York Moors National Park with beautiful scenery and many lovely walks. To the south we have the Yorkshire Wolds and many pretty villages and walks to enjoy. York, with the fabulous Minster ( the largest gothic cathedral in Northern Europe), city walls, galleries and shopping is an hour away.
Our favourite restaurants
- Tuscany Too
- The Green Room
Cafés & bars
- The Lookout (overlooking the harbour)
- The Watermark Cafe (overlooking the sea in North Bay)
- Oliver's Mount Cafe ( panoramic views over Scarborough)
Leisure and cultural activities
- Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough
- Scarborough Open Air Theatre
- Scarborough Castle
Walks or jogging paths
- The Minster Way between York and Beverly
- The Wolds Way between Filey and Hull
- The Cleveland Way from Filey northwards
Health or fitness clubs
- Hackness and Scarborough Lawn Tennis Club
- South Cliff and North Cliff Golf Clubs
- Alpamare Swimming Complex
Interesting day trips
- Whitby, via the North York Moors
- York for shopping, York Minster, Railway Museum and city wallls
- Dalby Forest for walks and cycle paths
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
- Plant care is needed outdoors
Use of Personal Car
- Use of Personal Car is possible
Home Exchange Type
- Simultaneous Home Exchange
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