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Family house in historic area of Greenwich, London with garden

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Preferred Destination: Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Alternate Destinations: New York, New York, United States | California, United States | Open to any destination

House | House Sitting Negotiable
Available Dates:
From September 29, 2024 until March 2, 2025

Description

My husband and I are newly retired, very active and in our early 60s. We worked in housing and public affairs. We are interested in in an exchange in the Boston/ New England area, or New York or California sometime between Autumn 2024 to summer 2025. We also plan to visit family in New York state and Minneapolis as part of the trip. We have exchanged homes before and also rented very happily via Sabbatical Homes for a year in Berlin, Germany in 2018/9. We can provide references etc. We are non smokers and would be very respectful of your home, as I am sure you would be of ours too. We love the USA and have visited many times. We also have family and friends in New York state and Minneapolis and plan to stay part of the time with them. We live in a large 4 bed house in Greenwich, which is a very historic suburb of London. It is c 8 miles from central london and public transport links are excellent.. Greenwich is close to the River Thames, a Royal Park and is the home of Time as the Greenwich Meridian runs through it at the Royal Observatory nearby. It is very safe, has good local shops, restaurants, pubs etc and excellent local transport links. So it is easy and quick to travel into central london. It is suitable for a family, couple, single person or sharers. Plenty of space and full of character We have 2 grown up sons who also live in London who are happy to help or advise you during your stay. Plus good friends and neighbours locally who would be happy to help if you need it. As Maureen is a tour guide she also has friends who are guides who would be happy to give you tips on where to go and how to make the most of your stay in the UK . Very happy to discuss a potential house exchange with anybody interested in the the Boston, New England, New York or California areas.

Bedrooms
4

Bathrooms
2

Offices
1

Size
2,000 ft2

Suited For
6

Property Type
House

Availability

From September 29, 2024 until March 2, 2025

Minimum Stay

10 Days | Dates are flexible for this listing | Open to non-simultaneous exchanges

Comments: Dates are flexible - we would consider starting any time in Autumn of 2024 and finishing any time after xmas 2024

Location

House in Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Nearby Universities
Goldsmiths, University of London | University College London | King's College London | University of Greenwich | Queen Mary University of London
Neighborhood

Greenwich

Comments: We live in Greenwich - the home of time! A scenic, historic part of London. Near the River Thames, Royal Park, Observatory and lots of vibrant local neighbourhood shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. Plus excellent transport links to central London.

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Urban
  • Historic Home
  • Architectural Gem
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Exchange Terms

Utilities are included

A cleaning service can be discussed

Considerations

The home is suitable for young kids

Ask about bringing pets

Smoking is not allowed

A car is available

House Sitting

I may need help while I am away

I may need help with mail and deliveries

Just please put letters in a basket for us to look at when we return. Unlikely to have any parcels delivered whist we are away.

I may need help with plants or garden

Help watering a few indoor house plants welcome. Outdoor garden only needs watering in summer and we have garden hose etc if needed.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Cable or Satellite

Printer

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Fireplace

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Comments: We havve a gas fired Aga cooker range in the kitchen which makes if lovely and warm and adds character. We also have an electric hob and oven and microwave.

Our Travel Preferences

Who's Coming?

Party of
2
2 Adults

Our Destinations

Preferred Destination

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Closest University

Harvard University

Alternate Destination

New York, New York, United States

Alternate Destination

California, United States

Flexibility

Open to a home exchange in any destination

What We Are Looking for


Bedrooms
2


Bathrooms
1


Offices
0

Smoking

I prefer smoking not allowed in the home

Car

I would like a car if possible

Comments: We hope to mainly use public transport but we may rent a car if needed. So use of a car may be useful?

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Listing Owner

Member Since 2018

Trust Score (12)
Independent Scholar or Retired Academic

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Trust Score (12)
Independent Scholar or Retired Academic
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