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House-swap - York, UK for San Mateo Mar-Jul 09 (san mateo) 4bd

House-swap wanted, 3-6 months Would you like to spend some time exploring England at a leisurely pace, without having to worry about the high cost of accommodation? Have you considered a house-swap? We are looking to exchange our house in York, England for one around San Mateo (San Carlos, Belmont, Foster City, Burlingame), California, for 3-6 months in 2009 Description of our house We have a spacious modern home in a traditional style, >1600sq.ft. of living area, plus a lovely walled garden - fresh plums from the trees if you come at the right time! There is a master bedroom with twin beds and en suite bathroom, a double bedroom and a single bedroom which also has the computer in it. We have a large lounge with television with Freeview (12 channels) a conservatory/sunroom, a music room with two pianos, formal dining room and kitchen with breakfast table. The house is located in a quiet neighbourhood, just 2km outside the medieval town walls, and a few minutes walk from farmland with public footpaths. About our neighbourhood York is a beautiful, historical city with excellent museums (Vikings,Romans, Railway and Victorian), Roman remains, medieval walls, archeological digs currently in progress and the largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe. The Yorkshire Moors National Park is half an hour's drive away and the Yorkshire Dales, Bronte country, Harrogate Spa town and the East coast are all under 80 minutes away. London and Edinburgh are just 2 hours away by train. We can put you in touch with friendly walking groups, church communities (anyone want to sing in an English church choir?) and recommend local gyms. There is a golf course within walking distance. You may use our two bicycles and there is a good local bus service. About us I am a recently retired school teacher and my husband is a retired senior Fire Officer. We have a son who is a scientist, living in San Mateo, California, who can help co-ordinate the house-swap. We want to exchange with someone living in San Mateo or nearby, for 3-6 months, starting between March and June 2009 so that we can help with baby-minding our new grandchild (due to arrive September 2008).

House swap - York, England for San Mateo area (san mateo)

House-swap wanted, 3-6 months Would you like to spend some time exploring England at a leisurely pace, without having to worry about the high cost of accommodation? Have you considered a house-swap? We are looking to exchange our house in York, England for one around San Mateo, California, for 3-6 months in 2009 Description of our house We have a spacious modern home in a traditional style, >1600sq.ft. of living area, plus a lovely walled garden - fresh plums from the trees if you come at the right time! There is a master bedroom with twin beds and en suite bathroom, a double bedroom and a single bedroom which also has the computer in it. We have a large lounge with television with Freeview (12 channels) a conservatory/sunroom, a music room with two pianos, formal dining room and kitchen with breakfast table. The house is located in a quiet neighbourhood, just 2km outside the medieval town walls, and a few minutes walk from farmland with public footpaths. About our neighbourhood York is a beautiful, historical city with excellent museums (Vikings,Romans, Railway and Victorian), Roman remains, medieval walls, archeological digs currently in progress and the largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe. The Yorkshire Moors National Park is half an hour's drive away and the Yorkshire Dales, Bronte country, Harrogate Spa town and the East coast are all under 80 minutes away. London and Edinburgh are just 2 hours away by train. We can put you in touch with friendly walking groups, church communities (anyone want to sing in an English church choir?) and recommend local gyms. There is a golf course within walking distance. You may use our two bicycles and there is a good local bus service. About us I am a recently retired school teacher and my husband is a retired senior Fire Officer. We have a son who is a scientist, living in San Mateo, California, who can help co-ordinate the house-swap. We want to exchange with someone living in San Mateo or nearby, for 3-6 months, starting between March and June 2009 so that we can help with baby-minding our new grandchild (due to arrive September 2008). http://www.flickr.com/photos/27449293@N02/

My Pleasant Hill home for your Nothern Europe or paris home (concord / pleasant hill / martinez)

Our four bedrooms home in downtown Pleasant Hill where is 30 minutes by car to San Francisco. Very convenience public transportation from airport. Interior garden, and nice kitchen. We would like to swap one or two rooms to responsible individuals. We have a small dog who is super friendly to people but not to other pets. We prefer Northern Europe or Paris this summer or fall. Please send me email at Lekkerdingxoxo@yahoo.com

Should We Move Species To Save Them From Climate Change?

Many species must move to new areas to survive climate change. Often, this seems impossible. Species stranded on mountain tops in southern Europe that are becoming too hot for them, for instance, are unlikely to be able to reach northern Europe unaided. So should humans step in to help? The journal Science reports that conservation scientists are calling for new conservation tactics, such as assisted migration, in the face of the growing threat of climate change.