Home exchange and house swap holiday accommodation in Sumner, Christchurch, Canterbury
Hi, I'm a professional freelance writer and teacher who has lived and worked overseas for many years, including living in Melbourne previously. I am interested in returning to Melbourne for 7 months to a year in 2024 to work and study. I love gardening, photography, yoga, and my two beautiful cats, who will accompany me. I would treat your home as I treat mine, with love and respect.
#34473
Nov 2023
Beautiful, sunny, renovated 1940s bungalow set on a quiet street 300m from the beach. Close enough to hear waves but far enough away from the hustle and bustle to be a peaceful sanctuary.
Great open-plan living and indoor/outdoor flow. Cosy in the winter with a log burner fire and fantastic in the summer to relax on one of the decks.
Two large double bedrooms, one smaller room with pull out double bed, currently serves as an office. Modern bathroom with one toilet and shower, if you fancy a soak there's a hot tub in the garden.
The garden is well-loved and the vegetable garden is along the creek, which boarders the property.
House
Heating, Spa, Internet, Wifi, Stereo, Fans, Dishwasher, Gas Cooking, Coffee machine, Washing Machine
Garden Yard, BBQ, Verandah, Deck, Lock Up Garage, Carport, Bicycle
Melbourne VIC Australia
No
Yes
Simultaneous
Long Term (4-11 mths), Extra Long Term (11 mths+)
No
Car Swap Negotiable, No Smoking
Sea change, Mountains & Snow
Lawn Bowls, Tennis, Snow Skiing, Biking, Hiking, Bushwalking, Fossicking, Rock Climbing, Swimming, Fishing, Boating, Sailing, Windsurfing, Surfing
Cafes, Restaurants, Cinema, Pubs/Bars, Live Music, Art Gallery, Farmer's markets
Sumner is a wonderful seaside community with a friendly village home to beautiful restaurants, cafes, boutique shops, a particularly delicious bakery and an ice creamery!
The beach is popular for walking, swimming, surfing and paddle-boarding. If you're lucky, you may even spot dolphins or seals.
Set in a beautiful valley surrounded by the Port Hills, there are plenty of great places to go walking and biking. Local markets and amenities are nearby. The city is only 20 minutes drive away, and in just over an hour's drive, you can be at the base of the Southern Alps. Perfect for skiing and exploring in the winter or year-round.
Sport, Nature, Quiet, Family
Bakery, Convenience Store, Pharmacy, Supermarket, Yoga/Pilates
Christchurch (12kms)
Christchurch (21kms)
Note: The location shown on the map is approximate only.
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