Appleby, Cumbria England (HE19593)

We live in a 17th century sandstone cottage with exposed stonework, oak beams and many original features but all modern conveniences, in a tiny village (great pub!) near Appleby, former county town of Westmorland.

There are fantastic views of the Pennine hills from our house and garden. Upstairs there are 2 double bedrooms (1 ensuite), and 1 with a single and a bunk bed. Downstairs we have a bathroom with bath and shower, dining room, living room and a dining kitchen which opens onto a small conservatory. In the garden you will find a summerhouse and plenty of outdoor furniture, children`s toys, + adults & childrens bikes.

(We can also provide golf clubs, a cot, travel cot, highchair, car seat, if required).

Appleby lies in the Eden Valley, an ideal location for discovering the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales, and Scotland, all less than an hour`s drive from here. If you prefer outdoor activities there are great walks from our own door, riding stables in the village, a swimming pool and sports centre 2 miles away, and a golf course close by, plus of course water sports on the Lakes. Our nearest lake, (and in our view the most beautiful), is Ullswater, less than 30 minutes away by car. See www.golakes.co.uk

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John & Marilyn are 71 & 67 years old, first started home exchanging over 30 years ago, (80+ swaps), and feel we are now "experienced exchangers!" . We love exchanging and do our utmost to make people feel at home here, whilst taking the best possible care of the homes we stay in. We provide guide books, maps, tourist leaflets, a "home book", bicycles and much more, to enable our guests to make the most of their stay in Cumbria.

We have swaps for 2013 but ....... We would like to visit London for a few days between 22 October & 3 November. If possible we would like to bring family with us so our party would consist of 4 adults + 2children.

Open to offers for 2014, especially Switzerland & France.