Home exchange and house swap holiday accommodation in Brunswick, Melbourne inner north, VIC
We are a couple in our mid 60s and have moved into the next phase of life, having retired from full time employment. Ann is a Social Worker (mental health) and Terence is a Secondary Teacher (design and technology) and although we are still intensely interested in our respective fields, we are focusing on lots of other life passions. We really enjoy travelling both within Australia and all regions of our world. We have been very active travellers for over four decades and we have been experimenting with home exchanges in both Australia and internationally for several years now. Our interests are wide - art galleries, music events, eating and cooking great food and learning about new cultures, history, architecture, gardens. We are adventurous in visiting all types of natural environments - from deserts to the coast, mountains and rivers. We like the challenge of exploring new cities, smaller towns and rural communities. Updated January 2021
#17763
Jan 2018
2
Edited October 2022
Our home is a 2 bedroom architect designed house in the inner northern suburb of Brunswick. We are less than 5km from the Melbourne CBD. The house is open plan, designed for light with north facing windows and skylights. There is a very large lounge room, a study /office zone and a spacious kitchen and dining room area. The main bedroom has an en suite and the second bedroom has easy access to the main bathroom. We have small, very attractive native gardens which are low maintenance, in the front and rear of the house, a large deck at the back which is also set up for outdoor entertaining with BBQ facilities.
There is a car port at the front of the house and there is free, accessible street parking at the front of the house. Our house has a relaxing and calming ambience, with quality solid timber crafted furniture, surrounded by the greenery of the gardens, with minimal street noise in a friendly neighbourhood.
House
Airconditioning, Heating, Wifi, TV, DVD, Stereo, Fans, Dishwasher, Gas Cooking, Microwave, Washing Machine, Internet
Garden Yard, BBQ, Verandah, Deck, Carport, Bicycle
No
Simultaneous, Non-simultaneous
Weekend, Short term (1-4 wks), Medium term (1-3 mths)
No
School Holidays, Christmas, Easter
Children Welcome, No Smoking
Family holiday, City living, Vogue living, Cultural indulgence, Foodie indulgence
Shopping, Golf, Lawn Bowls, Tennis, Horse Racing, Kids Activities, Skateboarding, Biking, Swimming
Cafes, Restaurants, Cinema, Pubs/Bars, Clubs [e.g. RSL], Night Clubs, Live Music, Theatre, Historical Sites, Public Library, Zoo, Parks, Playing Fields, Public Pool
Brunswick is one of the most vibrant and dynamic inner suburbs of Melbourne with a large multicultural and diverse neighbourhood and is home to artists of all kinds. There are many shops and retail outlets selling unique individually styled clothes, crafts, children's accessories etc. Many examples of Melbourne outstanding street art can be found in neighbouring streets. Brunswick also has some of Melbournes best cafes and bars which are within walking distance from our home. Our home is close to the International and domestic air terminals and also in close proximity to joining Melbournes freeway road networks which means that there is easy access to all other parts of Melbourne and also the regional road networks.
We are located 5km from the Melbourne CBD and have easy access to public transport - 2 seperate tram lines and one train line. The is also an extensive network of bike paths for cyclists. Brunswick is surrounded by public gardens, a golf course as well as the Melbourne Zoo which are all within easy walking distance.
Melbourne is consistently voted as the worlds most liveable city and has some great art galleries, museums and performing arts venues. It is also a sport mad city - football, tennis, netball, car racing, the Melbourne Cup. It is Australia's most European inspired city, with grand architecture, gardens, networks of inner city lanes. Melbourne also has some fo the best health and educational facilities in Australia.
Bakery, Convenience Store, Pharmacy, Supermarket, Gymnasium, Yoga/Pilates
Melbourne (5kms)
Tullamarine International and Domestic Airport (17kms)
Note: The location shown on the map is approximate only.
There are 4 endorsements for this house swap member:
Very considerate and charming guests, Terry and Ann left my property in excellent order, even setting the wood fire ready to keep me warm on my return home. Their communication beforehand and over their stay here was detailed and delightfully friendly. A return visit any time they want to come to Adelaide will be most welcome.
JeanC from Scott Creek SA (Jul 2022)
Terry and Ann were a perfect couple to swap with us. Their home is a great modern design, with a lovely north facing rear garden, lots of beautiful artworks and artefacts from their travels and it is just a really peaceful and interesting home. It is well located for local shops and cafes. Communication was excellent and gave us confidence in the swap, and they looked after our home and our two cats very well. Would love to swap with them again one day. We certainly highly endorse Terry and Ann as great and trustworthy people to swap your home with.
Nick from Point Piper NSW (Jan 2020)
Terry & Ann , delighted that you could stay with us it's just a pity that you couldn't stay longer. We are really looking forward to our exchange and staying in your house in Brunswick it looks fabulous. Take care and thank you Paul & Claire
Paul & Claire from Strangford Down Ireland (Jul 2019)
A seamless similtaneous house swap, coastal country for inner city. We could not have asked for a better swap. Terry and Anne were generous owners, we felt privileged to stay in their lovely home. It was quiet but close to the action, Sydney Rd, Melbourne Zoo and easy access to the city. Their beautiful city abode was comfortable, light filled and private, with everything we required for a relaxing stay. Terry and Anne, left our home absolutely immaculate. We thank them and hope we can do it again one day!
Susan from Inverloch VIC (Nov 2018)
