Jenny & Ken
Australia
Mar 5, 2018 - Mar 18, 2018- We felt at home in the exchange house. Read Less...
New Home, built in 2015. Small cul de sac.
New Zealand - Nelson - Nelson
ID : NZ0162
Became a member in: 2004
Renewal Date: 31/Mar/2023
18Exchanges
94%Response Rate
We are
- 2
- 2
Contact exchange Member
retired married couple.
About us
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Retirees,
Seniors,
Caregivers,
Medical & Healthcare Professionals
MoreLessProfession
Retired Teacher & Nurse (Retired)
Northern aspect, 3 Brenda Lawson Way
Photo of Family area...a bit distorted!
- Sleeping capacity6
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms2
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
No Children Please
Use of Personal Car is possible
We are looking for a home exchange in ...
| Open to all dates | Australia |
| Open to all dates | New Zealand |
Our Home For Exchange
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
MEMBERS SINCE 2004. (19 exchanges.)
Our new home has an elevated sunny location with sea & mountain views. Nelson is the sunshine capital of NZ, a vibrant little city of 50,000 prettily placed at the north end of the South Island. Three National Parks - Abel Tasman, Nelson Lakes and Kahurangi are within an hour's drive and the Taste Nelson Cycleway is five minutes ride away. Nelson is a popular seaside holiday destination with two safe sandy beaches. Vineyards, winebars and good restaurants are part of the scene. We are two and a half hours drive from Picton and the ferry to Wellington and the North Island.
There is an independent bed-sit in the downstairs part of the house which we could live in if anyone wants a non-simultaneous exchange. We would be available for any advice but would not get in your way! The main house has private separate level entry, parking, garden, laundry Etc. Garden is laid out and becoming established but is still a work in progress! 3 patio areas.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Main Residence
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible
- Access for the disabled
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony / Deck
- Dishwasher
- Clothes Washer
- Clothes Dryer
- Microwave Oven
- Peaceful Surroundings
- View
- Fireplace
- Privacy / Seclusion
- Furnished with Antiques
- Garden
- Heating
- Garage
- Private parking
- Terrace / Patio
Entertainment
- Computer available
- DVD
- Internet access
- Piano
- TV
- Wireless Internet (WiFi)
- Family Room / Playroom
Extras
- Use of bicycle(s)
Setting
- Suburban
- Small Town or Village
- Rural
Neighbourhood
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
A quiet cul-de-sac with friendly neighbours and a semi rural outlook. Mountainous backdrop.
Strenuous walks to the Richmond foothills just across the road, easy 30 minute walk to Richmond town centre or 5 minute drive; plenty of shopping. Nelson city is 15-20 mins by car, Nelson Airport about 15 minutes. Very safe swimming beaches at Rabbit Island and Tahunanui both about 15 minutes drive.
Great choice of cafes, vineyards, restaurants within easy distance, Fossil Ridge is about 5 mins walk. The region is a centre for farming, fishing, horticulture and wine and the eateries reflect a high standard of hospitality in a friendly and informal setting.
If you want activity in the form of cycling, walking, swimming and water sports there is plenty of opportunity. See below.
Most Nelsonians will tell you this is pretty close to living in paradise!
Outdoor Activities
- Beach
- Biking
- Cultural Events
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Gym / Health Club
- Tennis
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Lake
- Public Swimming Pool
- River
- Sailing
- Windsurfing
Leisure
- Park / Playground
- Cafés
- Gym / Health Club
- Restaurants
- Shopping
Cultural Activities
- Concerts
- Galleries
- Museums
Transport Nearby
- Car Necessary
Neighbourhood Services
- Bakery
- Corner Shop
- Pharmacy
- Supermarket
Attractions
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
There are plenty of cafes, restaurants and vineyards of a high standard. A few are noted below, but you should never have to go short of a coffee in this region!
The scenery is a major attraction and there are plenty of opportunities to get into it. There are three national parks within a fairly short drive, Nelson Lakes, Kahurangi and Abel Tasman. Great walking opportunities and also cycling on the fast developing cycleways. The Abel Tasman track and Heaphy track are both world renowned, but there are many more opportunities. Golden Bay is only a little over an hour's drive. There are several golf clubs, and opportunities for kayaking and sailing. Visitors can be as active as they like or just soak up the sun, scenery and ambience and good food!
Our favourite restaurants
Cafés & bars
- Jester House, Coastal Highway
- The Grape Escape, Richmond
- Cafe Affair, Nelson
Leisure and cultural activities
Walks or jogging paths
- Abel Tasman and Heaphy Tracks
- All over the place!
Health or fitness clubs
- Cityfitness, quarantine Rd, Nelson
- Several others
Interesting day trips
- Nelson and Marlborough Wine Trails
- Swim with the seals, Abel Tasman
Our Preferences
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
We will leave our home clean and tidy for our exchange partners. We expect them to leave it clean and tidy for us!
We expect to make email and/or phone contact before finalizing details. We have always found discussion and a little negotiation to be mutually beneficial. In 16 exchanges we have only been let down once!
Conditions
- No Children Please
- Pets Not Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Plant Care Not Needed
Use of Personal Car
- Use of Personal Car is possible
Home Exchange Type
- Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
- Simultaneous Home Exchange
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