The house in Blenheim is a dream. Quietly situated and yet only a few minutes from the town. We were able to harvest vegetables and enjoy them in the ...
Read More...Malte
Germany
Apr 2, 2024 - Apr 18, 2024
Became a member in: 2018
Renewal Date: 31/Aug/2024
We are a semi-retired couple who love the outdoor life for road and mountain biking, golf, swimming, hiking, gardening and getting away in our caravan. We have 3 married daughters and 7 grand children and love to visit them when we can.
Affinities
Golf,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Hiking,
Motorhomes / Caravans,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees,
Construction
Profession
Builder (Retired)
Malte
Germany
Peter
Italy
The house in Blenheim is a dream. Quietly situated and yet only a few minutes from the town. We were able to harvest vegetables and enjoy them in the ...
Read More...The house in Blenheim is a dream. Quietly situated and yet only a few minutes from the town. We were able to harvest vegetables and enjoy them in the large kitchen. Excursions to the wine region are possible by bike, taxi or guided tours. Many thanks for the great exchange.
Read Less...Geoffrey & Diane
United Kingdom
We met Janet and Charlie in their splendid, large, single-level home, where on our arrival they treated us to a lunch which included their home-grown ...
Read More...We met Janet and Charlie in their splendid, large, single-level home, where on our arrival they treated us to a lunch which included their home-grown salad foods. Their home was comfortable and well-appointed with everything one could ask for, with an easy-to-use kitchen, two roomy seating areas and garaging for our rental car. Their wall art featuring New Zealand artists was enviable! We spent two enjoyable weeks appreciating their house and garden and taking walks – alongside the nearby River (where we could walk into town), around the local Wairau Lagoons Walkway and the Wither Hills Farm Park walking tracks, and the magical beach walk from Marfells Beach to the Cape Campbell lighthouse. Havelock, from where the Pelorus Mailboat leaves, was a short drive away – a great day out on the water. And of course there are the wineries….. Janet and Charlie were warm, welcoming hosts and we were delighted to meet them again on their reciprocal exchange in our London flat. Thank you both for this wonderful exchange!
Read Less...David
Australia
Denise and Michael
New Zealand
Mark & Diane
New Zealand
This home is a beautiful, warm, comfortable, architecturally designed home in a lovely quiet street. We really enjoyed our stay.
Read Less...elizabeth
New Zealand
Anne-Marie & Jean-Claude
France
Nicole & Didier
France
Felisa
Spain
We spent two marvellous weeks in Janet and Charlie's home. Blenheim is a great base for visiting the region: Kaikoura, Nelson, Marlborough sounds and ...
Read More...We spent two marvellous weeks in Janet and Charlie's home. Blenheim is a great base for visiting the region: Kaikoura, Nelson, Marlborough sounds and of course all the wineries. We were never short to places to explore and we made the most of our time. The house is very modern and comfortable and the veggie garden provided us with fresh vegetables. We particularly enjoyed the evenings with a glass of NZ wine while we relaxed outside. Thank you Janet and Charlie for sharing your home with us and for making the exchange so enjoyable. We are looking forward to welcome you in Barcelona. Carlos and Felisa
Read Less...Michael & Dorothy
Canada
Thank you Charlie and Janet for a brilliant and memorable experience. Can we do it again sometime?
Read Less...Erin
Canada
John and Norlene
Canada
Bev & Daniel
Australia
Linda and Jack
United States
Jo-Anne & Doug
Canada
Janet and Charlie were amazing hosts. They picked us up at the airport, hosted a lovely dinner with friends, and went out of their way to make sure we...
Read More...Janet and Charlie were amazing hosts. They picked us up at the airport, hosted a lovely dinner with friends, and went out of their way to make sure we had a good time. We really appreciated the connection to the tennis club, the bikes, their advice on what to see and do, and their large network of friends. The house is gorgeous, and we so enjoyed sitting in the garden enjoying local wines. It was really the perfect way to explore the Marlborough area.
Read Less...Ruby
Australia
Megan
Australia
Gaylene
Australia
We thoroughly enjoyed Janet and Charlie's lovely modern home in Blenheim. We were greeted by family and neighbours and felt like we were really welcom...
Read More...We thoroughly enjoyed Janet and Charlie's lovely modern home in Blenheim. We were greeted by family and neighbours and felt like we were really welcomed to the area. There is lots to do in this area of New Zealand and we would love to return. Many thanks Janet and Charlie for this exchange and for a wonderful holiday. Gaylene and Mark Weir
Read Less...Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Weekend Home Exchange
Hospitality Exchange Offered
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
Open to all dates | Open to all destinations |
Open to all dates | Open to all destinations |
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Home built in 2017, stand alone architecturally designed home on 1,000m2 section in Marlborough, NZ.
Type
House - single floor/ Main Residence
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Our neighbourhood is very quiet and friendly. Our house is within walking distance to supermarket, restaurant and cafes. Wineries are within a 5 minute drive or biking distance.
Marlborough is the main wine growing regions in New Zealand
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
World renown wineries are within 5 minutes drive or biking distance - these not to be missed! Our home is a short walk to local park, cafe, restaurant and supermarket. Picton is 20 minutes drive away, this is where the ferry to the North Island leaves from. It is also the gateway to the Marlborough Sounds where you'll find the famous Queen Charlotte walkway amongst the many attractions. Easy day trips can be taken from Blenheim to Nelson and Lake Rotoiti (both 1 1/2 hrs away.)
Rainbow ski field 1 1/2 hrs drive away.
It won't take you long to see why Lonely Planet has New Zealand listed amongst the TOP TEN places to visit in 2018!
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
Please leave our house neat and tidy on your departure.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2018
Renewal Date: 31/Aug/2024
We are a semi-retired couple who love the outdoor life for road and mountain biking, golf, swimming, hiking, gardening and getting away in our caravan. We have 3 married daughters and 7 grand children and love to visit them when we can.
Affinities
Golf,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Hiking,
Motorhomes / Caravans,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees,
Construction
Profession
Builder (Retired)
Malte
Germany
Peter
Italy
The house in Blenheim is a dream. Quietly situated and yet only a few minutes from the town. We were able to harvest vegetables and enjoy them in the ...
Read More...The house in Blenheim is a dream. Quietly situated and yet only a few minutes from the town. We were able to harvest vegetables and enjoy them in the large kitchen. Excursions to the wine region are possible by bike, taxi or guided tours. Many thanks for the great exchange.
Read Less...Geoffrey & Diane
United Kingdom
We met Janet and Charlie in their splendid, large, single-level home, where on our arrival they treated us to a lunch which included their home-grown ...
Read More...We met Janet and Charlie in their splendid, large, single-level home, where on our arrival they treated us to a lunch which included their home-grown salad foods. Their home was comfortable and well-appointed with everything one could ask for, with an easy-to-use kitchen, two roomy seating areas and garaging for our rental car. Their wall art featuring New Zealand artists was enviable! We spent two enjoyable weeks appreciating their house and garden and taking walks – alongside the nearby River (where we could walk into town), around the local Wairau Lagoons Walkway and the Wither Hills Farm Park walking tracks, and the magical beach walk from Marfells Beach to the Cape Campbell lighthouse. Havelock, from where the Pelorus Mailboat leaves, was a short drive away – a great day out on the water. And of course there are the wineries….. Janet and Charlie were warm, welcoming hosts and we were delighted to meet them again on their reciprocal exchange in our London flat. Thank you both for this wonderful exchange!
Read Less...David
Australia
Denise and Michael
New Zealand
Mark & Diane
New Zealand
This home is a beautiful, warm, comfortable, architecturally designed home in a lovely quiet street. We really enjoyed our stay.
Read Less...elizabeth
New Zealand
Anne-Marie & Jean-Claude
France
Nicole & Didier
France
Felisa
Spain
We spent two marvellous weeks in Janet and Charlie's home. Blenheim is a great base for visiting the region: Kaikoura, Nelson, Marlborough sounds and ...
Read More...We spent two marvellous weeks in Janet and Charlie's home. Blenheim is a great base for visiting the region: Kaikoura, Nelson, Marlborough sounds and of course all the wineries. We were never short to places to explore and we made the most of our time. The house is very modern and comfortable and the veggie garden provided us with fresh vegetables. We particularly enjoyed the evenings with a glass of NZ wine while we relaxed outside. Thank you Janet and Charlie for sharing your home with us and for making the exchange so enjoyable. We are looking forward to welcome you in Barcelona. Carlos and Felisa
Read Less...Michael & Dorothy
Canada
Thank you Charlie and Janet for a brilliant and memorable experience. Can we do it again sometime?
Read Less...Erin
Canada
John and Norlene
Canada
Bev & Daniel
Australia
Linda and Jack
United States
Jo-Anne & Doug
Canada
Janet and Charlie were amazing hosts. They picked us up at the airport, hosted a lovely dinner with friends, and went out of their way to make sure we...
Read More...Janet and Charlie were amazing hosts. They picked us up at the airport, hosted a lovely dinner with friends, and went out of their way to make sure we had a good time. We really appreciated the connection to the tennis club, the bikes, their advice on what to see and do, and their large network of friends. The house is gorgeous, and we so enjoyed sitting in the garden enjoying local wines. It was really the perfect way to explore the Marlborough area.
Read Less...Ruby
Australia
Megan
Australia
Gaylene
Australia
We thoroughly enjoyed Janet and Charlie's lovely modern home in Blenheim. We were greeted by family and neighbours and felt like we were really welcom...
Read More...We thoroughly enjoyed Janet and Charlie's lovely modern home in Blenheim. We were greeted by family and neighbours and felt like we were really welcomed to the area. There is lots to do in this area of New Zealand and we would love to return. Many thanks Janet and Charlie for this exchange and for a wonderful holiday. Gaylene and Mark Weir
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