Home exchange and house swap holiday accommodation in Kiama, NSW
We are a retired couple who have downsized from Sydney and who love travelling. We like walking, the natural environment, exploring new places as well as the culture and facilities of city life. Will consider any area. However, as we now babysit regularly in Sydney, prefer school holidays or shorter swaps that are not too far away. We are experienced swappers and will take care of your home. We are reliable, responsible, sensible, friendly and easy going and think holiday swapping is a terrific idea.
#12891
Nov 2014
8
Comfortable, compact 3 bedroom house with open plan kitchen/dining area with glass sliding doors opening on to outside patio complete with retractable awning, table and chairs and BBQ. Kitchen has electric stove, dishwasher and plenty of bench space for food preparation etc. There is a separate small, comfortable lounge area. Roomy bathroom and small ensuite to main bedroom. Laundry has washing machine & dryer with access to outside clothes line. Small, flat, landscaped backyard not really suitable for children who need lots of space eg ball games etc, but we are close to parks and beach.
House
Airconditioning, Heating, Bath, Internet, Wifi, TV, DVD, Stereo, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washing Machine, Security Screens, Fans
Toys
Garden Yard, BBQ, Deck, Lock Up Garage, Bicycle
Anywhere
Yes
Yes
2024: 24Dec-12Jan2025
Simultaneous, Non-simultaneous
Weekend, Short term (1-4 wks)
No
School Holidays
Car Swap Negotiable, Children Welcome, No Smoking
Family holiday, Tree change, Sea change, Cultural indulgence, Mountains & Snow, Weekend Getaway
Shopping, Lawn Bowls, Tennis, Kids Activities, Biking, Hiking, Bushwalking, Swimming, Fishing, Boating, Sailing, Surfing
Cafes, Restaurants, Pubs/Bars, Clubs [e.g. RSL], Live Music, Historical Sites, Public Library, Farmer's markets, Parks, Playing Fields, Public Pool
Kiama is a small coastal town with a beautiful harbour and several lovely beaches. Famous for it's blowhole, lighthouse and pelicans, it is an ideal place to relax and unwind. If you don't want to swim in the surf there are 2 enclosed rock pools. Good walking and cycling tracks, plenty of cafes and restaurants make Kiama an ideal holiday escape. Local nearby attractions include Minnumurra Falls, Jamberoo, Illawarra Fly, Gerringong, Gerroa and Seven Mile Beach as well as historic Berry. Our house is 5 mins walk from train station with hourly trains to Sydney stopping at Wollongong, Thirroul and other coastal villages. Beach 5 mins walk and town approx 10 mins, once here you can ditch the car for local activities.
Bakery, Pharmacy, Supermarket, Gymnasium, Yoga/Pilates
Wollongong (40 kms)
Sydney (120 approxkms)
Note: The location shown on the map is approximate only.
There are 7 endorsements for this house swap member:
I have just returned from a lovely swap with Mary and Don from Kiama. We had good communication all the time, their home is close to the coast with lots to see, blowholes and coastal walks, before venturing inland. A scenic area and a lovely house. My house was looked after well. Thanking you Mary and Don
Roger from Kingscote SA (Oct 2024)
What a wonderful place to visit. Mary and Don's house was fresh and clean and perfect for our needs . It was just a short walk to all the Kiama attractions. My house in turn was beautifully cared for and clean. We had ease of communication with them before and throughout our stay. I hope to come back again when it suits all parties.
Lyn from POINT LONSDALE VIC (Jan 2024)
We had a wonderful family holiday at Mary & Dons home. Everything was well appointed, thought of, planned for & accommodated. The home was central to everything. We loved Kiama & the area. The communication before & during our stay & the care of our home was excellent. Wendy
Wendy from Echuca VIC (Jan 2024)
Mary & Don's house in Kiama was the perfect spot for our stay. Very comfy and cozy house with a lovely garden and passionfruit falling off the vine! All the conveniences and amenities we could hope for, plus books and toys to keep our two young boys entertained. The location is fantastic, within easy walk of everything you would want to enjoy in Kiama. And Mary & Don looked after our place wonderfully. A fantastic swap. Thanks so much! :)
Matt from Woy Woy Bay NSW (Feb 2020)
We had a fabulous time staying in Kiama for the January long weekend. We really enjoyed the location within a short walk to the beach, rock pools, cafes and train station. Don't miss Darren from Into the Wild's free sting ray talk every Sunday at 10am at the Kiama boat ramp! We had the most relaxing weekend celebrating my husband's birthday. Mary's communication to organise the swap was excellent. They left our house spotless. I can't recommend a swap with them highly enough!
Sheema from Glebe NSW (Jan 2019)
Thank you so much Mary for an absolutely wonderful swap. Your house was everything we needed - comfortable, spacious and perfectly located to enjoy the delights of Kiama. Thank you too for the care you took of our home - it was so clean when we got back, we'd never have known anyone had stayed here! Particular thanks for posting the items my mum accidentally left behind so promptly. We'd love to swap again any time. Best wishes, Danielle
Danielle from Glenbrook NSW (Jan 2019)
Mary and Don were very accommodating, as we changed the dates a few times. Also I left some things behind, and they were great when we had to arrange to have them picked up. Not to mention the beautiful region and being close to the beach in a bright, clean house. Thanks for a wonderful swap!
Emma from Summer Hill, NSW (Mar 2016)
