Lynn and Loretta
United States
Dec 25, 2016 - Jan 1, 2017
Became a member in: 2014
Renewal Date: 17/Dec/2018
This non-smoking couple travels with or without pets to exchange with non-smoking members with and without pets. We joyfully entertain all offers and respond within 24 hours.
Originally from The Berkshires, Jason is Operations Manager for an international restoration company, and Vanessa is a Gourmet-Inclusive Travel Specialist and longtime house sitter (DogVacayUSA.com).
Per the HomeLink principles, prior to exchange, our kitchen will be stocked with the staples and your first meal will be prepped for your arrival. You'll find the beds made with fresh linens and clean towels out for each guest. We show great respect for our fellow travelers, their families and possessions. The exchange partners who are kind enough to consider us will return to find their home & property just as they left them and we anticipate the same.
Our family has been to a selection of unique destinations over the years. However, more interested in back roads than the tourist mode, we delight in traveling to locations unknown to most visitors, experiencing menus & pastimes of the locals and taking every opportunity to explore & enjoy the great outdoors.
Affinities
Golf,
Plants & Gardens,
Pets,
Fishing,
Hiking,
Motorhomes / Caravans,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Veterans & Military ,
Homemakers,
Construction ,
Communty Service Volunteers
MoreLessProfession
Operations Manager / House Sitter
Our pets
1 dog
Lynn and Loretta
United States
David & Fay
United States
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Weekend Home Exchange
Hospitality Exchange Offered
Homesit Offered
Smoking Not Allowed
No Children Please
Use of Personal Car is possible
Open to all dates | Open to all destinations |
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Dates are usually flexible, just ask!
Always open to Southern New England locations (family resides throughout).
Just 5 miles west to the Gulf of Mexico's white sand beaches and 5 miles east to Downtown, our quiet residential neighborhood is also convenient to nature preserves, shopping and a variety of cuisine. Average high 82°F (27°C). Average low 64°F (17°C).
Guests 12+ years of age are welcome to play and seek comfort at our modest smoke-free and cat-free home with central air and large backyard with Big Green Egg, fruit trees and 6' privacy fence.
Our single family home is approx 1,800sf (167m2) and you're sure to enjoy its split bedroom plan with extra privacy! The Master offers a king size Casper bed, 47" HDTV with PS4 & AmazonTV, walk-in closet and newly renovated (May 2017) en suite.
Bedroom #2 has a queen bed with HDTV & PS3. Studio 211 (bedroom #3) has a twin bed with HDTV & Xbox 360, along with a variety of string and percussion instruments.
The shared guest bath received a complete overhaul, a gorgeous modernization (Feb 2017), the kitchen underwent a full remodel (July 2017) and the property has reliable WiFi throughout.
Our mature late-30s male renter, who works full-time in the operating room and remains there, on-call, on weekends, occupies the garage conversion. The two doors between his room & the main living space offer added privacy and he has his own entrance & exit but is happy to help with suggestions, directions, etc., as needed.
Type
House - single floor/ Main Residence
Amenities
Entertainment
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
SIESTA BEACH is named #1 Beach in the US by Business Insider (2016) and by TripAdvisor (2015).
SIESTA BEACH is named #2 Beach in the US by Coastal Living Magazine (2018).
COQUINA BEACH is named #5 Beach in the World by Conde Nast (2015).
Our neighbors are friendly and our easy-to-navigate city has a comfortable small town feel. The Bradenton-Sarasota area has everything a vacationer could ask for, miles of soft white shoreline, breathtaking wildlife and scenery, plenty of fresh and saltwater fishing, local farmers market, Village of the Arts, dog-friendly Riverwalk, upscale Mall at UTC, and an abundance of boat ramps & spectacular golf options, with groceries, trendy boutiques and family owned pizzeria only a mile from home!
Our 2012 Nissan seats five or walk to public transit. AMI offers a free trolley with access to beaches, island activity & connection to Downtown Sarasota.
http://www.bradentongulfislands.com/explore/bradenton
http://www.realizebradenton.com
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
Welcome to Bradenton, the community ranked highest in the US for Overall Well-Being!
http://time.com/3774096/city-greatest-well-being-america
National Geographic had this to say about our neighbors!
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/destinations/united-states/florida/ten-reasons-visit-fort-myers-sanibel-island-florida-beach-trip/
http://www.visitflorida.com
Super Bowl LV to be held in Tampa on Feb 7, 2021.
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000810644/article/super-bowl-lv-relocated-to-tampa-la-will-host-sb-lvi
10 Minutes!
Anna Maria Island and Gulf of Mexico's soft white sand & clear blue water.
20 Minutes
Interstates 75 & 275.
30 Minutes
Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ), Siesta Key Beach, Van Wezel Performing Arts Center, and the fine shops & restaurants of St. Armands Circle.
40 Minutes
Tampa International Airport (TPA), St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE), The New St. Pete Pier, Busch Gardens, Salvador Dalí Museum, Florida Aquarium and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Rays & Lightning venues (as well as Yankees, Blue Jays, Phillies, Pirates and Orioles spring training fields).
2 Hours
Orlando International Airport (MCO), Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), Disney World and Universal Studios.
Additionally,
Port Canaveral and Kennedy Space Center, 2½ hrs.
Everglades National Park and Daytona Speedway (NASCAR), 3 hrs.
Ft Lauderdale, 3½ hrs, Miami, 4 hrs, and Key West, 7 hrs.
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
With mobile notifications available now, we're able to see & offer a custom reply to your inquiry right away (Eastern Time).
Blessed with mild climate year-round and a home just minutes to everything, we're thrilled to share! When considering an exchange, our only requests are non-smokers, no cats and two baths. Easter, Summer, Thanksgiving & Christmas holidays are our peak travel times but we do consider all offers. Traditionally, we use the exchange as a home base and explore its surroundings, culture, history, nature, etc.
We're certainly open to your needs though our home is best suited for mature travelers; well-behaved dogs are always welcome!
Courtesy Points:
No couples in the children's bedrooms.
Replace food & other items that you finish.
The only house rules, 1) Practice courtesy and respect, 2) Make fun new memories while you're here!
Larger groups will find an elevated queen air bed available, a queen sleeper sofa in the master bedroom, and the living room will accommodate one in your party.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2014
Renewal Date: 17/Dec/2018
This non-smoking couple travels with or without pets to exchange with non-smoking members with and without pets. We joyfully entertain all offers and respond within 24 hours.
Originally from The Berkshires, Jason is Operations Manager for an international restoration company, and Vanessa is a Gourmet-Inclusive Travel Specialist and longtime house sitter (DogVacayUSA.com).
Per the HomeLink principles, prior to exchange, our kitchen will be stocked with the staples and your first meal will be prepped for your arrival. You'll find the beds made with fresh linens and clean towels out for each guest. We show great respect for our fellow travelers, their families and possessions. The exchange partners who are kind enough to consider us will return to find their home & property just as they left them and we anticipate the same.
Our family has been to a selection of unique destinations over the years. However, more interested in back roads than the tourist mode, we delight in traveling to locations unknown to most visitors, experiencing menus & pastimes of the locals and taking every opportunity to explore & enjoy the great outdoors.
Affinities
Golf,
Plants & Gardens,
Pets,
Fishing,
Hiking,
Motorhomes / Caravans,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Veterans & Military ,
Homemakers,
Construction ,
Communty Service Volunteers
MoreLessProfession
Operations Manager / House Sitter
Our pets
1 dog
Lynn and Loretta
United States
David & Fay
United States
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