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GETTING TO KNOW GUSTAV...
From time to time someone special comes along and stops us in our tracks and encourages us to think...about our lives and the possibility of making changes to the safe way we normally view the world.
In last month's newsletter I introduced you to Gustav Andersson who, tired of the 9-5 life, sold his flat, gave up his job and now travels the world, exploring new places and meeting new people. How many of us really have the courage to take that giant leap into the unknown and trust that it will all work out? As he says,
"Life is what you make it, so why not create a nomadic life of travel and adventure? The sacrifices are great, but the rewards are even greater."
Gustav is an incredible writer. Slowly but surely his blog, The Modern Nomad has been featured in the media and has won awards. He was voted Blog of the Year 2012 and won Best Travel Blog 2012 in the Bloggies. Although he travels and blogs, Gustav isn't your typical travel writer. His blogs are intelligent, thought provoking and truly inspirational.
HATW is proud to be featuring contributions by Gustav in the coming few months. Scroll down and you'll find Gustav's introduction. Stay tuned...there will be more from the wonderful Gustav next month....
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We'd like the HATW Blog to be interactive, so please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any ideas about how we can develop it further.
Warmest wishes from London,
Ken Russell
And now, we hope you enjoy our newest listings:
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PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, USA - Sean & Troy
MEET GUSTAV - the Modern Nomad
PARIS, FRANCE - Philippe & Marty
NEW YORK, NYC, USA - Audre and Carol
NEW ORLEANS, LOU, USA - Tom & Bradley
ROME, ITALY - Giancarlo
WASHINGTON DC - Michael & Brent
PARIS, FRANCE- Sophie
VANCOUVER, CANADA - Stephanie & Kaitlin
NEW YORK, NYC, USA - Franklyn & Peter
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK - Erik & Michael
TEL AVIV, ISRAEL - Ron & Rachel
LYON, FRANCE - Pascal & Philippe
LOS ANGELES, CA, USA - Stephanie & Lee Ann
PARIS, FRANCE - M & Vinixs
ISTANBUL, TURKEY - Alp
TEL AVIV, ISRAEL - Dror & Itay
BARCELONA, SPAIN - Manu
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - Liz & Mandy
SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, CARIBBEAN - RENTAL
CHARLOTTETOWN, PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND, CANADA - Mike & Paul
SAN FRANCISCO, CA, USA - Diane - RENEWAL
PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND, NOVA SCOTIA, CANADA - Mike & Paul - RENEWAL
HAMBURG, GERMANY - Nina & Daniela - RENEWAL
MONTREAL, CANADA - Nathalie-RENEWAL
NEW YORK, NYC, USA - Bill - RENEWAL
TEL AVIV, ISRAEL - Eran & Motti - RENEWAL
MADRID, SPAIN - Julio - RENEWAL
TURRIALBA, COSTA RICA - Ted & John Paul- RENEWAL
MONTREAL, CANADA - Kees & Mark- RENEWAL
LONDON, UK - Emma
LOS ANGELES, CA, USA - David
MIAMI BEACH, FL, USA - Juan Carlos
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MEET GUSTAV - the Modern Nomad
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Meet Gustav, the MODERN NOMAD
My name is Gustav, new columnist at Home Around the World. Since this is my very first column, let me start by setting some expectations. I do not intend to write articles where I gush over the fluffed-up pillows at some semi-exotic holiday resorts or review the bellboy's bum. I aim to write articles that go against the general consensus of how we should live our lives and suggest an alternative based on being free to travel around the world, one home at a time. I hope my words will be both inspirational and entertaining.
Before I start subverting your life, however, let me introduce myself. I am a 31 year-old Swedish gay man who spent his twenties in London, getting into trouble while somehow still finding time to attend university and work at UBS, one of those big banks everybody hates these days. Last year, I realised that I was climbing the career ladder without ever having decided to do so. It was simply the 'done thing' and I was following the expectations of the world to keep doing it.
I took a few days to think it all over and came to the surprising conclusion that I was an idiot. I had been chasing somebody else's dream while ignoring my own. A few months later and I had sold my flat, quit my job, given away my stuff and began the life I really wanted: the life of a modern day nomad. I now live without a fixed address, free to live and work wherever my exuberant little heart takes me.
HATW is a fantastic resource for those looking to make travel an important part of their lives, whether you follow my extreme example or not, and I am excited to be a part of it. If you have so far only used the site to find short weekend homes, why not allow yourself to play with the thought of making it a month, or six? Remember that few things are truly impossible, just more or less hard.
If you want to read more of my ramblings or follow my journey into thrilling poverty, please check out my blog at THE MODERN NOMAD
Regards,
Gustav Andersson, t.m.n.
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PARIS, FRANCE - Philippe & Marty
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Two bed apartment with terrace and view Eiffel tower
Our 2 bedroom apartment is located on the 7th floor of a modern secure building with lift.
With 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms aswell as a double living/dining and a fully equipped kitchen there is plenty of room for upto 4 people.
We have a 30m2/320sqft terrace with views of the Eiffel Tower and its nightly light show and a balcony running the length of the apartment...
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NEW YORK, NYC, USA - Audre and Carol
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High End 2bedrm Apt-center of Manhattan-Lincoln Center
Our home is a lovely spacious 2 bedroom Doorman Coop (approximately 1300 sq ft). The apartment is located on the 16th floor of a 30 story high rise. It has enormous light throughout and fabulous city views. The space consists of 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a living room, dining room, kitchen, office and a balcony. There are wood parquet floors throughout. The whole apartment is renovated quite well and the final product is very comfortable to live in and visit, The kitchen and bathrooms have high end appliances. There is quality furniture throughout the apartment. The balcony is spacious with wonderful views of the city. Both the master bedroom and guest bedroom are quite large for Manhattan. There is a guest bathroom for visitors. There is a gym and dry cleaners located in the building...
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NEW ORLEANS, LOU, USA - Tom & Bradley
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Traditional Shotgun in Happening Marigny
Historic 1860's shotgun with all mod cons. There is a courtyard garden with Fountains. The house has a full Kitchen with Washer Dryer. There is central Air Conditioning, 2 HD-TVs - Blu-ray and Movies on Demand. There is also a stereo with additional outside speakers for the courtyard...
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ROME, ITALY - Giancarlo
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Lovely apartment and beautiful sunny terrace!
1 Bedroom whit futon, 1 living room whit sofa bed, kitchen, beautiful terrace. Everything you need for your stay, washing machine, dishwasher, oven, microwave, kettle, toaster, freinternet wifi, digital TV, BBQ on the terrace...
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WASHINGTON DC - Michael & Brent
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Luxury Studio Apartment in Dupont Circle
This is a studio apartment on the 8th floor of one of the nicest apartment buildings in Washington, DC. Immaculately clean apartment and building.
We are an engaged couple who both work in non-profit jobs in downtown DC. We love to travel internationally and get to NYC very often.We take great pride in our home and keep it very neat and organized as you will see...
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PARIS, FRANCE- Sophie
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Architect interior designed 2-bed apt in Montorgueil
Charming 60m� architect interior designed apartment, with 2 bedrooms with 2 queen-size beds in a typical old parisien -style building with the original stone fireplace.
This apartment is in the famous historic quarter of Montorgeuil which is fast becoming the heart of the new gay area of Paris, in proximity of subway lines 3, 4, 8 and 9 and an amazing 2 subway stations to the Galery Lafayette. Within a 10 minute walk you will find yourself in the heart of the Marais and gay Paris...
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VANCOUVER, CANADA - Stephanie & Kaitlin
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Amazing Woodward's Building in the heart of Gastown
Our home is a 1 bedroom apartment with den in the impressive Woodward's building.
The apartment amenities include a spacious state of the art kitchen with all major appliances, in suite laundry, office, high speed wifi and ethernet available.
Building amenities include...
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NEW YORK, NYC, USA - Franklyn & Peter
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Luxury Doorman 1 bedroom in East Mid Manhattan
Large apartment, upscale furnishings, in luxury 30 storey doorman-attended building. On 16th floor with open views of midtown manhattan. WiFi network, 2 large flat screen tv, music system, all the goodies. 1 and1/2 bathrooms. Quiet. Non-smokers.
In the center of everything...
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COPENHAGEN, DENMARK - Erik & Michael
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Modern 2 bedroom penthouse apartment near city centre
Nice modern 2 bedroom apartment on top floor / 6 floor (with lift) at harbour front and with a downtown city view. The apartment is furnished with modern design and parking is free in front of the building. Acces to City/Central Station is either by bus (10 min), by harbour shuttle bus (15 min to Nyhavn and Opera) or by bicycle 10 min...
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TEL AVIV, ISRAEL - Ron & Rachel
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A 2 Br. 2 Bat. house on a quite street in the Carmel Center
Our house is situated on a quite cul-de-sac in the Carmel center, which is the main old residential neighborhood on top of mount Carmel. The house has a garden and parking place, feels like a rural place in the center of everything.
The house is the oldest one on the street, which was completely renovated recently by Rachel. The pictures shows the large open space and warm feeling that make the place loved by every visitor....
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LYON, FRANCE - Pascal & Philippe
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Guest room in two storey apartment in Lyon
This contemporary apartment brand new ( 88sq m) is on the 4th floor. The lower floor has two bedrooms, separated by a long corridor, a bathroom with bath & shower, separate toilets, an offcice. All bedrooms have a space giving on a private terrace . The guestroom is equiped with a 140x200 bed.
The main floor has the kitchen fully equiped, living, toilets, and a terrace for breakfast during sunny mornings.
The house has Wi-Fi, TV.
Located 20 min from downtown, the apartment is quiet and very convenient for tourism, 10 min walikng from subway station(Jean Jaur�s) or 10 min from tram station (Route de Vienne)....
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LOS ANGELES, CA, USA - Stephanie & Lee Ann
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Quintessential Westside LA living in a Private Home
Our colorful, light-filled home affords you the best of indoor/outdoor living. Every room but the kitchen has French doors and we keep our back doors open to enjoy the sea breezes. We have a drought-resistant front garden with hummingbirds, monarch butterflies, a fountain and Balinese gate and in back a patio for al fresco dining and a garden as well. Our 1400 sq. ft. (130 sq. meters) home has a sweet and happy vibe with hardwood floors and Mexican and Balinese folk art. The master bedroom has a queen bed and its own bathroom. The living room/dining room is a large open space with French doors and windows opening to the patio with a sofa that makes into 2 very comfortable single beds. There are two additional sitting rooms/offices, a second bathroom and a laundry room with washer and dryer. There is a large flat screen TV with Directv, streaming Netflix, WI-FI,DVD player and stereo system...
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PARIS, FRANCE - M & Vinixs
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Lovely spacious one room flat in the heart of Paris
Our flat is located is a 300sqm open space flat in the center of Paris next to Les Halles, 300 m from Le Louvre museum and less than 10 min walk to "le Marais". Being very central, it is very well connected to main public transports Metro lines as well as trains to Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports. It is very convienient to visit paris and is at a walking distance from most of the main points of interest...
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ISTANBUL, TURKEY - Alp
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2-bedrooms flat in Beyoglu - Taksim area
My flat is located at a five storey building next to Istiklal Street. It is recently renovated and furnished, 5th floor and 100 square meter. (No elevator).
Beyoglu is an interesting example of a district with European-influenced architecture, from a century before. Near to Tunel is the Galata district, whose Galata Tower became a famous symbols of Istanbul, and the top of which offers a tremendous 180 degree view of the city...
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TEL AVIV, ISRAEL - Dror & Itay
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Private house in the center of Tel-Aviv
An amazing house is the center of Tel Aviv. 2 minutes from Dizingoff Center, 5 minutes from the amazing Beach. Minutes away from all the nightlife hottest places.
Probably the only private house in the center of Tel Aviv...
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - Manu
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64m2 fresh 1 bedroom appartment in center Barcelona
Nice and clean appartment, equiped with all details and in the most centric place of Barcelona.
Gotic, Ramblas, Museums, Beach etc
Looking to swap my home with others for long weekends if they are not far from spain or for holidays if they are in other continents...
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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - Liz & Mandy
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Modern, 4 bedroom home inner city Northcote, Melbourne
We have a modern, comfortable 4 bedroom home in the trendy inner-city suburb of Northcote (Melbourne). Recently renovated, our home has plenty of sunlight, big windows and open spaces, hydronic heating, a relaxing deck out the back overlooking an easy to manage native garden. We have two bathrooms and also a study with broadband internet access, a paved driveway, TV, dvd player, ipod dock, bikes for adults and children, and friendly neighbours nearby...
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SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, CARIBBEAN - RENTAL
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Location Location Great View...!!!
Discover
Beautiful modern one bedroom apartment with kitchen, located in the heart of Condado where everything is within walking distance, including the best beaches. Less than one block from Ventana Del Mar Oceanfront Park in an up and coming area close to Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Mont Blanc stores.
Play & location
The finest retailers, spas, casinos, restaurants and clubs within minutes by waking ,car or public transportation. Nearby to the Convention Center and to Old San Juan. This apartment is compleately refurbished and is fully furnished as well. Has an exceptional view from Condado all the way to old San Juan.
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CHARLOTTETOWN, PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND, CANADA - Mike & Paul
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Award winning historic home in center of Charlottetown
This is our city home. Located in the very center of Historic Charlottetown. Minutes from Theatre, Bars, Waterfront. This home was built in 1833 and we just completed a complete renovation project, winning sveral awards in the process. The Home has 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths (all marble)., designer kitchen, dining room, living room, den, TV room...
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SAN FRANCISCO, CA, USA - Diane - RENEWAL
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Beautiful Edwardian flat with view of San Francisco bay
I live in a 1910 Edwardian flat, 1200 sq ft.in a 2 unit building. There is a living room/parlor with a working fireplace, a queen bedroom, dining room and a rennovated kitchen with high tech appliances. There are two bathrooms one with shower and one with tub. In addition, there is a large artist studio with a sitting area (can be used as second bedroom) and a small salon adjoining the kitchen. The salon is lined with windows that looks out on the the city and San Francisco Bay. There is a beautiful yard and a small deck off of the kitchen...
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PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND, NOVA SCOTIA, CANADA - Mike & Paul - RENEWAL
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Enjoy complete privacy on the organic farm
Our organic farm is located in rural PEI 20 minutes from the city and the beaches. This is a very special place with complete privacy and great views. An amazing place to escape and relax. There are three different living quarters on the farm The farm house has two bedrooms two baths., The guest house has Two Bedrooms and one bath and the bunk house has one bedroom and one bath. This is a working farm during the summer, you are more then welcome to come...
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HAMBURG, GERMANY - Nina & Daniela - RENEWAL
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Apartment sleeps 2, 3 rooms, 1 bathroom
Welcome to Hamburg, Germany`s second largest city and at the same time greenest!
We live in "Eimsbuettel", a lively residential quarter in the center of Hamburg, in a flat of 75 square meters. Built in 1894 and entirely renovates during the last years, the block of flats presents itself as a typical "Hamburger Altbau", an old building with high ceilings, wooden floor, stucco and a bright facade...
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MONTREAL, CANADA - Nathalie-RENEWAL
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Plateau Mont-Royal, the trendiest place to stay in Montreal
The New York Times depicted the Plateau Mont-Royal as one of the top 5 places to stay in North America. The apartment is on the last floor of a triplex, of an early 20th century building, detached from three sides. It has 19 windows and it has full sun all day long. The apartment still has a wonderful cach� but it is as well very modern comfort...
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NEW YORK, NYC, USA - Bill - RENEWAL
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Studio apt in Manhattan near Lincoln Center
Quiet 12th floor Studio Apartment on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, near Lincoln Center; doorman, concierge, coin laundry on first floor, cable television, stereo, i-pod player, DVD and VCR, oven/range, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, Small park across the street; Taxis usually available at front door...
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TEL AVIV, ISRAEL - Eran & Motti - RENEWAL
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Great 1 bedroom ,garden apt in Tel Aviv
A new apt with large private garden in Tel Aviv. has one big bedroom ,one living room + a sleeping gallery on second level above the living room with a twin size sofa bed. one bathroom, one kitchen and a large privet garden.
10 min walk from gay attraction, bars rest,close to all transpotation- bus, train
Walking distance from the center of Tel Aviv, the apt is fully equipped.
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MADRID, SPAIN - Julio - RENEWAL
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Lovely 1 bed Apartment in Madrid city centre
Modern apartment recently re-furnbished 65 sq meters (aprox. 600 sq feet) with 1 separate bedroom in the heart of Madrid�s Conde Duque neighbourhood. The Apartment is equipped with a wireless 16MB network for your laptop/smartphone/ipad and LED TV. The kitchen area is fitted with an induction hob, oven, microwave, washing machine, dishwasher and all small appliances you could need.The double bedroom has a 150cm bed, built-in wardrobes...
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TURRIALBA, COSTA RICA - Ted & John Paul- RENEWAL
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Coffee Plantation in the Heart of Costa Rica
Luxurious Villa with 8,500 sq ft. Main House overlooking Lake Angostura and the Turrialba Volcano with 2 master suites and 3 bathrooms. Chefs kitchen with butler's pantry. Guest House is 1,200 sq. ft with one bedroom and 1 & 1/2 bathrooms. Incredible views of valley, toucans, parrots and wildlife. Full time staff living on site. The Main House is 3 years old and designed by one of Costa Rica's leading architects. Brazilian granite...
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MONTREAL, CANADA - Kees & Mark- RENEWAL
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Large loft, minutes from centre, sleeps 4+
Very large (240 m2), fully renovated loft with balcony, situated next to park, tennis courts, new public swimming pool, 3 minutes from subway, grocery store, restaurants and bicycle paths. Two bedrooms, one with a queen bed, the other with a double sofa bed. Large bathroom with shower and bath.
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LONDON, UK - Emma
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Lovely Garden Flat in Victorian Converted house
Great spacious 1 bedroom Victorian flat with a big garden.Loads of character and very homely. Big Kitchen/diner and seperate living area. Local quiet neighbourhood. Local shops, open 24 hours that sell fresh fruit and veg and other supplies. Great transport links, 24 hour bus service that stops right outside. Tube and train station 15/20 mins walk away to all the hip and happening areas (East London and the West End). All mod cons incl wifi TV Stereo washing machine etc etc 1 bedroom with a very comfy sofabed in the lounge...
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LOS ANGELES, CA, USA - David
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3 Bedroom, 2 bathroom - Close to everything
Lovely, Country style home in Los Angeles. There are also two offices for those who need to have office space or just a room to get away. The living room has a fireplace and the master bedroom is very large...
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MIAMI BEACH, FL, USA - Juan Carlos
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3 Bedroom, 2 bathroom - Close to everything
Residential home has three bedrooms and three bathrooms and is located five minutes from the actual ocean and ten minutes from south beach in Miami Beach. The main home has two bedrooms and two bathrooms and there is a separate private entrance for the other one bedroom and bathroom suite with mini kitchen. The home is being completely renovated and the new pictures will be posted as the construction on the home is completed...
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PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, USA - Sean & Troy
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Private Luxury Get Away in Palm Springs, CA, USA
Our home is a spacious 2 bedroom with private pool and large in-ground spa with great outdoor spaces and views of the valley and surrounding mountains. The home has been nicely renovated and has been well received by others as it is also set up as a vacation rental. The neighborhood where the home is located is very quiet and has great direct access to local hiking trails but is only minutes to Downtown Palm Springs (by car).
The Palm Springs area has a great deal to offer ranging from excellent outdoor activities including Golf, Tennis, Hiking, Bicycling etc. etc. etc. The valley has great restaurants, shopping, spas, museums and wonderful local architecture.
My partner and I are looking for a home exchange for vacation. This is our second home and we live and work in Seattle the majority of the year. The home is set up as a vacation rental and we have a full time property management company which handles the leasing of the home. We are looking to be able to exchange our place in Palm Springs in order to visit other parts of the world and be able to have the conveniences of home rather than the typical hotel experience.
We are primarily looking for exchanges in / near Amsterdam/Netherlands, Paris/France, Switzerland, Germany, New York, Washington DC, Boston, Australia, Montreal but are open to other opportunities as well!
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