When Bonnie sublet her Cambridge apartment to a visiting scholar from England, she never expected to find a husband. Their SabbaticalHomes rental became the site’s first known engagement, with a wedding in Brighton to follow.
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Author and longtime member Aylette Jenness discovers that her Cambridge tenant once lived in the same region of West Africa she did, sparking a chance reunion and a lasting friendship through SabbaticalHomes.com.
Two SabbaticalHomes members recount unexpected turns, Kathleen Adams’ 24-hour house sale and purchase, and Candace McCoy’s chance reconnection with a young scholar she’d known since childhood.
In her Guardian article Time Out, Martha Holmes-Watkins explores academic sabbatical opportunities. She lays out what to weigh when requesting leave and stresses the value of showing how your sabbatical will benefit the school. Here is a look at her piece.
Seton Hill professor Lee Tobin McClain documented her sabbatical in a candid four-part series for The Chronicle of Higher Education, covering everything from early preparations to balancing writing with motherhood and the eventual return to teaching.
Nicole Feist reflects on completing home exchanges with her infant son and baby daughter, offering practical advice on routines, familiar gear, and why swapping homes beats a hotel when traveling with little ones.
Architect and USC professor Jennifer Siegal shares the story behind her self-designed green home in Venice, CA, a sustainable rental featuring durable materials, energy-efficient fixtures, and an indoor/outdoor California feel.
Sam Hickey recounts his first trip to London using SabbaticalHomes’ new House Share feature, landing a budget-friendly central flat and welcoming housemates who made him feel at home.
Ian Johnson and Ien Ang split life between Sydney and France’s Perigord region, renting out whichever home they leave behind to fund the adventure at the other. They share how they renovated an 18th-century property, one building at a time, and their tips for a dual-continent lifestyle.
In her BBC article Planning a Sabbatical? Smart tips for the journey, Kate Ashford lays out how to prepare effectively, from how much lead time you need to how to do it more affordably. Here is a look at her practical advice.