I’m interested in an exchange
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
My large comfortable family home is in a quiet semi-rural community. Saanichton is just 20 minutes away by bus or car from Victoria (capital city of British Columbia). Victoria was voted 2 years in a row as the best small city in the world by Condé Naste. My house is just 15 minutes from YYJ airport.
Swimming beaches, bike trails, alpine hiking, whale watching, ocean kayaking, and farmers markets are all close-by. Enjoy Victoria's and Vancouver Island's many restaurants featuring fine dining and Asian cuisine. (I will leave a list of my favourites.)
World famous Butchart Gardens is just 5 minutes by car. Sidney by the Sea is just 15 minutes away by car or bus.
Vancouver, BC and Seattle, Washington, USA are just ferry rides away. But there is lots to do without going off Vancouver Island including visiting Long Beach, Tofino.
The home sleeps 5 people - 1 bedroom with a queen bed, 1 bedroom with a double bed and 1 bedroom with a single bed. I have turned another bedroom into a sewing room but I could put a mattress on the floor for a child. There is lots of room to spread out in the living room, family room and on the deck.
For July 2010, my husband and I arranged a 3 week home exchange in the summer in France through Intervac (FR080212) and it was a great experience. In September 2018, we had another wonderful exchange through Intervac (NL0763).
My husband has passed away but I am lucky to have friends and an adult son who would like to travel with me. I look forward to corresponding with you.
Listing Overview
Property
- Bedrooms 3
- Sleeping Capacity 5
- Bathrooms 3
- Living Area m2
- Total Area m2
House rules
- Small children are welcome Yes
- Pets are welcome Yes
- Non-smoking house Yes
- Pet care wanted No
- Car necessary No
Exchange dates
| Exchange dates | Length of stay | Flexible |
|---|---|---|
| October 01, 2024 - October 31, 2025 | 3 weeks | No |
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We are flexible in dates and length of stay. |
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Exchange periods
| Earliest date | Latest date | Length of stay | Flexible dates | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Exchange period 1
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Earliest date
2024/10/01
October 01, 2024
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Latest date
2025/10/31
October 31, 2025
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Length of stay
3 Weeks
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Flexible dates
No
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Neighborhood
About the neighborhood
My house is on a quiet residential street but only a few minutes walk to a farmer's market and a coffee shop. It is just up the hill from the main road that goes between Sidney and Victoria so it is very easy to access these larger centres by car or bus. There are several supermarkets within walking distance. I have great neighbours who are available to help make your visit a success.
Nearest Airport: YYJ - Victoria International
House amenities
Vehicles included in exchange
- Use/Exchange of car 0
- Number of bicycles 3
- Number of children's bicycles 0
- Number of electrical bicycles 0
- Use of boat 0
House essentials
House features
Instruments
Accessibility
References
Your exchange partner’s home satisfaction rating is 4.5, based on 2 references.
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Member since
2009
- 3 Exchanges made
I am a retired government dietitian. I love to cycle, sew and travel. I have lived in Victoria for most of my life and would be happy to share the beautiful city with you.
I would be likely be travelling with friends or possibly my adult son.
Destination Wishlist
- Open to any destination
- USA
- Europe
- France
