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- Carl
- 60, professional male
- 1 bed property to rent wanted
Total budget: £750 pcm
Description
# A Sanctuary Sought: A World-Weary Traveler’s Homecoming
**Available from 21 May 2026 | Seeking a peaceful haven for 6–12 months**
*Note: To ensure a smooth process, please kindly read this advert in full—especially regarding the deposit and move-in timing. Thank you for your understanding.*
After ten rich years wandering the spice-scented lanes of India and the sun-drenched shores of Thailand, I am finally journeying home. I am a 60-year-old retired professional—with the curiosity of someone half my age—seeking a tranquil, tidy, and welcoming nest as I gently reintegrate into life in the UK.
### The Essence of Me
I am a non-smoker, an occasional social drinker, and a devoted enthusiast of the quiet life. My days are spent in gentle exploration: revisiting beloved old corners and discovering new ones, come rain or shine. When indoors, I am often writing my memoirs or plotting my next local adventure, always quietly and considerately.
I cherish good conversation and genuine connection, but I hold privacy sacred. I thrive in calm, respectful environments and am ideally suited to a household free from loud noise or constant upheaval. You’ll find me retired to my room by 11 PM, ensuring peace for all.
### The Sanctuary I Imagine
- **Location:** Truly flexible. If I’ve contacted you, it’s because your listing resonated—I’ve read it thoroughly and can picture myself there.
- **Environment:** A quiet, respectful home. I am entirely comfortable in LGBT+ households and deeply respectful of all faiths, diets (I eat meat but am fully mindful of vegetarian/vegan households), and ways of life.
- **Transport:** Ideally within a mile of public transport, as I’ll be without a car initially.
### Clarity & Commitment
Having experienced disappointment in the past, I believe in transparency and mutual trust:
- **Finances:** I have a secure private income of **£3,000 per month** (no benefits) and am happy to provide verification.
- **Budget:** Up to **£750 pcm** all-inclusive.
- **Deposit:** I can offer a modest holding deposit (up to £200 on 17th May ) to secure the room, with the remainder paid in full upon arrival.
- **Security:** I can supply excellent references and am CRB checked. To avoid any risk of scams, I prefer to complete the main payment in person at key exchange.
### Practicalities
I am currently in Thailand, so I would love to arrange a **WhatsApp video viewing** at your convenience. My move-in date is fixed for **21 - 27th May 2026**.
I am returning to the UK to be nearer to family and to attend to some minor medical care—finding a stable, serene home is my heartfelt priority.
If you have a room that feels like a true sanctuary, and you value a housemate who is tidy, dependable, and rich in stories, I would be delighted to connect.
**Warmly,**
**Carl**
**Available from 21 May 2026 | Seeking a peaceful haven for 6–12 months**
*Note: To ensure a smooth process, please kindly read this advert in full—especially regarding the deposit and move-in timing. Thank you for your understanding.*
After ten rich years wandering the spice-scented lanes of India and the sun-drenched shores of Thailand, I am finally journeying home. I am a 60-year-old retired professional—with the curiosity of someone half my age—seeking a tranquil, tidy, and welcoming nest as I gently reintegrate into life in the UK.
### The Essence of Me
I am a non-smoker, an occasional social drinker, and a devoted enthusiast of the quiet life. My days are spent in gentle exploration: revisiting beloved old corners and discovering new ones, come rain or shine. When indoors, I am often writing my memoirs or plotting my next local adventure, always quietly and considerately.
I cherish good conversation and genuine connection, but I hold privacy sacred. I thrive in calm, respectful environments and am ideally suited to a household free from loud noise or constant upheaval. You’ll find me retired to my room by 11 PM, ensuring peace for all.
### The Sanctuary I Imagine
- **Location:** Truly flexible. If I’ve contacted you, it’s because your listing resonated—I’ve read it thoroughly and can picture myself there.
- **Environment:** A quiet, respectful home. I am entirely comfortable in LGBT+ households and deeply respectful of all faiths, diets (I eat meat but am fully mindful of vegetarian/vegan households), and ways of life.
- **Transport:** Ideally within a mile of public transport, as I’ll be without a car initially.
### Clarity & Commitment
Having experienced disappointment in the past, I believe in transparency and mutual trust:
- **Finances:** I have a secure private income of **£3,000 per month** (no benefits) and am happy to provide verification.
- **Budget:** Up to **£750 pcm** all-inclusive.
- **Deposit:** I can offer a modest holding deposit (up to £200 on 17th May ) to secure the room, with the remainder paid in full upon arrival.
- **Security:** I can supply excellent references and am CRB checked. To avoid any risk of scams, I prefer to complete the main payment in person at key exchange.
### Practicalities
I am currently in Thailand, so I would love to arrange a **WhatsApp video viewing** at your convenience. My move-in date is fixed for **21 - 27th May 2026**.
I am returning to the UK to be nearer to family and to attend to some minor medical care—finding a stable, serene home is my heartfelt priority.
If you have a room that feels like a true sanctuary, and you value a housemate who is tidy, dependable, and rich in stories, I would be delighted to connect.
**Warmly,**
**Carl**
Availability
- Available
- 21st May 2026
- Minimum term
- None
- Maximum term
- None
Looking in
- Acton, Chiswick & Hammersmith
- Barking
- Barnes & Putney
- Barnet
- Beckenham
- Belvedere
- Bexley
- Bexleyheath
- Brentford
- Brixton
- Bromley
- Bromley or Keston
- Camden & Holloway
- Carshalton
- Chelsea & Fulham
- Chessington
- Chigwell
- Chislehurst
- Clapham, Battersea & Wandsworth
- Coulsdon
- Croydon
- Dagenham
- Dartford
- Docklands
- Dulwich
- East Molesey
- Edgware
- Edmonton
- Eltham
- Enfield
- Erith
- Feltham
- Finchley
- Finsbury Park & Tottenham
- Greenford
- Greenwich, Blackheath & Lee
- Hackney & Clapton
- Hampstead & Highgate
- Hampton
- Hanwell & Ealing
- Harrow
- Hayes
- Hendon & Mill Hill
- Highbury & Islington
- Hornchurch
- Hounslow
- Ilford
- Isleworth
- Kenley
- Kensington & Notting Hill
- Keston
- Kingston Upon Thames
- Lewisham, Catford & Forest Hill
- Mitcham
- Morden
- Muswell Hill & Wood Green
- New Malden
- Northolt
- Northwood
- Orpington
- Outer East End / Newham
- Paddington & St. Johns Wood
- Peckham to Deptford
- Pinner
- Purley
- Rainham
- Richmond
- Romford
- Ruislip
- Sidcup
- South Croydon
- Southall
- Southgate & Palmers Green
- Stanmore
- Surbiton
- Sutton
- Sydenham, Norwood & Crystal Palace
- Teddington
- The East End
- The South Bank
- Thornton Heath
- Tooting & Streatham
- Totteridge & Mill Hill
- Twickenham
- Upminster
- Uxbridge
- Wallington
- Waltham Forest
- Welling
- Wembley
- West Drayton
- West Wickham
- Westerham
- Willesden & Kilburn
- Wimbledon
- Woodford Green
- Woolwich & Thamesmead
- Worcester Park
- Zone 1
- Zone 2 - North of the River
- Zone 2 - South of the River
Amenities required
- furnished room
About me
- Age
- 60
- Smoker?
- No
- Any pets?
- No
- Occupation
- Professional
- Interests
- music, travelling, cooking, reading, socialising, food, walking, theatre, going out, animals, eating out, politics, history, culture, church
- Gender
- Male
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