Joined
Jun 2015
Last login
This week
Response rate
Top Responder
Ratings are based on the speed and percentage of swap requests replied to
Want to contact this member?
Start your two-week free trial to chat to other members
Learn more about How it works
This home is in your shortlist. To access your shortlist click the icon in the navigation
Add to shortlist
This home is not yet in your shortlist
OUR HOUSE IS AVAILABLE FOR SHORT OR LONG POINTS SWAPS FROM EARLY SEPTEMBER 2022 TO LATE FEBRUARY 2023.
Our home is a 3 bedroom, 3 storey terrace house in a quiet cul-de-sac, 15 minute walk into Oxford city centre. The ground floor has a front room with small open fireplace and an open plan kitchen/dining/lounge with sliding glass doors to atrium and garden. The lounge area has 4 recliner armchairs (movie style) with large TV and piano. We have Netflix, Amazon Prime and Alexa. The 1st Floor has two bedrooms (one with a double bed and the other currently used as a study) and a family bathroom with shower and bath. We also have a single mattress we can put in another room. The top floor has a large ensuite and main bedroom with a king bed, Juliette balcony and views over Hinksey Park. We have a lovely garden with water features and a studio. Children are welcome – we have toys, games etc. Our house is pet-friendly (we sadly no longer have a cat but would be happy to look after your pets). There is space in the garden for children or dogs to play, the park behind the house offers walks and there are walks into the countryside across the bridge over the lake at the end of the street.
Our house backs on to Hinksey Park which has a large lake, a small boating lake (remote control boats), outdoor heated swimming pool (April to September), children's splash park, children's playground, table tennis tables and free tennis courts. There is a community centre at the end of the street with a Sunday farmers’ market (organic foods and artisan breads etc).
We are a 15 minute walk into the centre of town or a 5 mins walk to the river and a 15 mins walk into town along the Isis (Thames Path) River with river trips, paddle boats, punts etc. Within easy walking distance are shops, university colleges, cafes, pubs, river walks, nature reserves and an ice rink. There are two convenience stores, and several coffee shops and pubs within a few minutes walk. The new Westgate Centre for up-market shopping is a 15 min walk. Oxford Station is a 25 mins walk or 5 mins drive/bus trip (London in 1 hour). London and Heathrow buses are a 15 mins walk/5 mins bus or taxi ride (bus to Heathrow takes 80 mins). Hinksey Heights Golf Club is a 10 minute drive, or 10 minute walk across fields.
As well as the many famous university colleges, museums and parks to visit, Oxford has hundreds of cafes, pubs and restaurants offering every cuisine. There's also plenty for children - the Story Museum, Alice's Shop, the Natural History and the Pitt Rivers museums. Oxford is also convenient for the many beautiful villages of the Cotswolds and other areas of natural beauty.
“Janette and Marc’s home was totally lovely; spacious, light, beautifully decorated and the location was incredible - just 15 mins walk into the heart of Oxford. Parking was free and right outside the house. They gave us some tips on what to see and do and they thought of some great days out for our children. We had a wonderful break and would recommend their home wholeheartedly for anyone wanting a holiday in Oxford. ”
“I have stayed at Janette's home as a swap and later using points. It is a delightful, cosy home just a short walk (or bus) into the centre of Oxford. There is a pretty little garden as a bonus. The situation is perfect for anyone with a dog as the house backs onto a beautiful park (open air pool in the summer too). It is also just minutes away from the Thames path which allows you to walk mile after mile along the Isis (the Thames' name in Oxford). All the colleges are walking distance and Christ Church meadow is a must-see and is the nearest college too. An excellent stay! ”
“Lovely house and great host. We would definitely like to go back!”
“We had a wonderful house swap with Janette who was extremely helpful and welcoming. Her home was a perfect oasis within walking distance from the centre of Oxford, the river and a park which had lots of swimming opportunities. The added bonus of free car parking was super. We were very grateful for all the advice and the welcome food pack found in the fridge. Janette left all her details should we have any problems during our stay and we felt extremely comfortable. A very successful and happy house swap, thank you.”
“This was our first home swap and such a positive experience. Janette's home in Oxford is beautiful, comfortable and interesting with all it's beautiful Chinese pictures, statues and furniture. The garden was the perfect place to relax at the end of a busy day. Their house is a very pleasant 15 minute walk into Oxford and 5 minutes to the river where you can watch the students row and stroll in either direction. Janette and I communicated well from the initial request to the swap itself. It was great knowing that both sides were enjoying an escape from home in each other's home!”
“We had a lovely time at Janette’s house in Oxford We particularly enjoyed the relaxing spaces in the house ,the open air heated swimming pool in the park behind the house. The lovely walks in Oxford and all the information provide. I now know what would be useful to provide at my own seaside place for guests. All in all a great experience”
“A lovely, comfortable and well organized home in a beautiful and historic city! The paintings and artifacts in the house reflect the wisdom and class of our hosts. Loved the view from the bedroom on the top floor and enjoyed breakfast in the kitchen filled with sunlight through the roof window and french doors. We had a lovely time at Janette's home and in Oxford. All of the reviews are a huge testament of this very popular home! Thank you very much Janette for being so altruistic sharing your home!”
“We had a great few days in Oxford. The house was warm and welcoming, the beds very comfortable, and kitchen well equipped. Janette was a brilliant communicator, and left masses of information to help us get the most from our trip. Would recommend for anyone wishing to visit the city.”
“We adored our time in Oxford at Janette’s house. Winter hit fast and hard for we Aussies but the heating kept us toasty warm. For us the location was excellent. A comfortable 20 walk to central Oxford through the park/lake route or by road past meadows meant we didn’t need to use public transport even though it was at the end of the street. Oxford offers so much. Thank you Janette for the opportunity to live in the heart of one of the world’s best university town.”
“Janette's house is in a great spot, we walked into Oxford several times, also to the river. The house has 2 upper floors with bedrooms and bathrooms/toilets, stairs are a little narrow! We found parking a little difficult in the narrow street, but no real issues. Its a great base for day trips to Stratford, Warwick and the Cotswolds etc. ”
“Beautiful little terraced house, artfully extended and arranged to maximise the sense of space. The garden is delightful. Very quiet but convenient for both the river and central Oxford. We would like to visit again.”
“We had a great stay at Janette’s house - it was a good location next to a park (ideal for walking our dog) and convenient for getting into Oxford city centre. Janette was very accommodating and helpful. Highly recommended.”
“Enjoyed a first rate stay in Oxford! Janette's home is modern well equipped & very comfortable. It was particularly inviting when we first arrived as the central heating was on & the place had warmed through! Much appreciated in February! We did find the on street parking a little difficult & limited. But the convenient location of Janette's house meant we could easily walk to the centre of town. We especially enjoyed making our way by the lake & cycle track. Our trip was easy to organise & plan. Communication between us was always good, before & during our stay. Thanks again Janette for helping to make our half term break to Oxford such a success! We would definitely recommend a swap to others ”
“A fantastic first Love Home Swap experience. The house was in a lovely position and easy access to the wonderful city of Oxford - so much to explore. Janette was fantastic - always getting back to us promptly with all communication. Nosey (the cat) is a character - and easy to look after. Recommended as a great house swap! :-)”
“Well-equipped and fabulously located home within easy walking distance of the incredible city of Oxford. If you cross the road at the end of the street you can walk along the river into the city, watching the college rowing clubs going through their paces on the river Thames. Close enough to walk in again for drinks and dining in the city before ambling home through the safe feeling well lit streets. Comfy beds, comfy lounge, 4 desks in the house making studying/catching up on work easy. Good WiFi throughout. Smart loft conversion with Juliette balcony over garden and great ensuite with one of the best power showers ever. Great communication with friendly, supportive hosts. Thanks again Janette.”
“Perfect location within easy walk/cycle of the centre and of the Isis Farmhouse where we had a wedding reception to attend. Beautiful house, very comfortable, very easy to organise with Janette. We had a lovely stay.”
“Perfect location within easy walk/cycle of the centre and of the Isis Farmhouse where we had a wedding reception to attend. Beautiful house, very comfortable, very easy to organise with Janette. We had a lovely stay.”
“Wonderful hostess. Lovely home....very relaxing time. We cannot thank Janette enough. ”
We are a retired couple who love to travel
We're both retired academics originally from Melbourne
We are open to offers, especially anywhere sunny or interesting. We are interested in direct or points swaps in other countries as well as longer or shorter swaps in the UK or Europe. Our house is available for short or long points swaps from early September 2022 to late February 2023.
Beautiful 4 bed family home located 5 minutes from the centre of Oxford. Lovely restaurants and bars, along with cinema and other activities all nearby....
Our house in Oxford is a charming, cosy Victorian two storey terrace house built in 1889. The house forms part of a terrace lined street in West Oxford...
A beautiful and spacious Victorian two bedroom house close to Oxford city centre, well-equipped with all you need for a comfortable stay. Sleeps 4 people...
