Property reference 1843 nr Richmond : Home to a couple looking to house-swap, preferably within 50 miles of Bournemouth : They are flexible with timing, and happy to consider a longer swap :
This home is the small village of Reeth in Swaledale, just off a quiet road and backing onto beautiful Yorkshire countryside. The village has 3 pubs, 2 shops, 3 coffee shops, bakery and most importantly an ice cream parlour! In-spite of its very rural location, there is good local transport with buses running 4 times each weekday to the nearby town of Richmond (11 miles away). This is a marvellous area, very sought after by walkers, cyclists, runners and all those who love the open countryside. There are many family friendly countryside walks and even two rivers to play in.
The house dates back to 1950s but other parts are much older. The house comprises an entrance hall, utility with downstairs loo, kitchen/diner/study corner, conservatory, sitting room with TV, with TV and WiFi. The garden is on a slope with 3 small grassed areas, flower borders, garden chairs and table and lots of stone steps, so unsuitable for anyone with reduced mobility.
More info on:- https://www.chacs.co.uk/brochure/north-of-england/yorkshire
Richmond Methodist Church is a 'God-led, spirit-filled church, serving and ministering to individuals, families and the community.'
Established in 2003, 'Christian House and Church Swap’ (CHACS) is a UK based house-swap holiday organisation.
There are registered members throughout the UK, Europe and further afield. House-swapping works well for everyone; single people, married couples, friends and families. Instead of paying a substantial amount of money for holiday accommodation, and then leaving your house empty, you can simply swap homes with other Christians!
It's a different and exciting way to holiday!
COST.... There is no charge for registration or membership. Only if/when a house-swap takes place do we ask you to pay an administration fee of £50. For second and subsequent swaps in the same year, the admin fee is £25.
USING YOUR HOME....Your house, however humble or grand, will provide a great holiday base for someone else.Your locality, so familiar to you, has lots to offer to someone new to the area.
SECURITY...There is a rise in house burglary when occupants are away from home. By house swapping you have automatic Christian house sitters! When people register with us, we contact their church leader. This is for everyone’s peace of mind.
LOCAL COMMUNITY... Another great feature is that you will holiday in a local community. A local person, friend or neighbour, will have agreed to give you the key, check that you are okay and to deal with any queries. That person will also be able to give you up-to-date information about nearby amenities, local events, places to visit, best pubs, good restaurants and so on.
PETS AND PLANTS… House swappers are usually happy to water the garden and indoor plants, and feed the cat and goldfish! Mutual dog owners are generally happy for the dogs to be included in the swap.
IT’S YOUR CHOICE!...You get to choose from the descriptions of over 200 properties, mostly in the UK, but abroad too, all found in the online brochure. You pay the administration fee only when your house swap is confirmed. And you might want to swap once or several times a year, or only once every 2 or 3 years. There is never any pressure on you to make a specific choice. The choice is yours!
(Some of the members' homes in gallery below.)