You have recently moved to a different house. Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter • explain why you have moved • describe the new house • invite your friend to come and visit Dear.............,
Dear Peter, I haven’t heard from you in a while, and I hope that you are doing well with your life. I just wanted to let you know that I've moved to a new house. And the reason, for which, I've moved to a new house is that I was feeling suffocated in my old house due to many high rising buildings which were erected around my house, essentially covering it from all directions. I think that I've moved to a nice house because there are plenty of empty spaces around it. Besides, my new house is bigger than the previous one, and it has such a great structure that it receives enough natural light and air from all directions as long as they are available. However, the best thing about my new house is that it is close enough to the shopping centres and public transportation facilities, and yet far enough at the same time from the noises of a busy city. Anyway, I think you'll really like my new house, so come and visit me sometime! Warm wishes, Rahul
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Dear Maggi, I am writing to let you know that finally, we have moved to a bigger house! We just could not go on living in the two-bedroom apartment now that the children are growing up and we need more space for indoor activities. So we started looking and finally, here we are in our new home. I’m sure you’ll love it. We have three bedrooms now and two balconies. The house comes with spacious bathrooms and a modern kitchen. The kids are happy because there is more space with the big living room and the garden outside. But James is perhaps the happiest of all because this house is near to his office. Why don’t you come round this weekend and see what you think of our new place? We would all love to see you and if the weather is good we can have a barbecue party in the garden. Our new address and phone number are below, so give us a call and let us know when to expect you. Lots of love, Emma
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Response 03
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Dear Henry, I know it would come to you as a surprise, but I've finally moved to a new house after living in my previous house for such a long time. Of course, it was not an easy decision for me, given how much I loved that house because of its proximity to a beautiful lake and animal sanctuary. But I needed to move out of it because its owner wanted to renovate it and then sell it to some corporate businesspeople at a very handsome profit. Of course, the new house, which I moved in, is a great place since it is a lot more spacious than my previous house. Besides, the new house is built with some solid wood, which I really like, because it would help the house to keep at a comfortable temperature throughout the year. So, it would mean that I'd have to spend a lot less money on the electricity bill to maintain a comfortable temperature at my house unlike the old one. Finally, it's located in a beautiful neighbourhood.
So, come and visit me sometime, possibly next weekend. I believe you would also like my new house. Warm wishes, Patrick
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Response 04
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Dear Mike!
I am thrilled to let you know that I have finally moved to a gigantic rented apartment. It was extremely difficult for me to commute to the workplace daily. Moreover, the PG I was living in was no less than a trauma with that petulant landlord. But finally, my prayers came true, and I have shifted to this new flat. The fact that this house and my office are just 1.5 km apart made me fall head over heels and that’s the most amazing brownie I got.
So, it has 3 bedrooms with beautiful wall paintings and exquisite interiors, plus the architectural finesse is another level. It has a modular kitchen with well-furnished racks, and the bathroom has a humongous mirror. I’m totally in love with it all.
Why don’t you come over and see it all for yourself? I am sure you’ll fall for it too.
Warm wishes,
Ahmed
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Response 05
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Dear Simmons, Hope you're doing great. I'm still relishing the pleasant memories we had together during our last trip - it was wonderful. I'm writing to let you know that we've moved into a house in Bath, a town set in the rolling countryside of southwest England. I hope you would visit us soon. As you know, my previous apartment was far away from my office and it was inconvenient both for me and Anna to commute a long distance daily. However, we could not shift our house considering Julie's school location. This summer I transferred her to Kingswood School in Bath and moved here soon after. Now the daily commute is no longer a cause of concern for us. We moved into this house at the beginning of February and we really like it. A small garden at the front makes it even more beautiful. We now have enough space to park 3 cars! It has five rooms, a lawn and two large balconies. The best part is that the area is quiet and surrounded by astonishing natural beauty. After living in a flat in a busy area for nearly 8 years, a spacious house seems like a dream come true. I hope you would visit us soon as I'm really looking forward to having you and Linda with us for a few days. It will be fun. Hope to meet you soon. Warm wishes, Mitchell
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Response 06
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Dear Friend,
I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am delighted to share that I have recently relocated to Sydney. It has been a week since I landed in the new city. I was anticipating moving here for a really long time, and finally, I received the employment offer with a great appraisal. I had to attend numerous interviews before I got this opportunity, and the expenses are entirely sponsored by the organization.
Furthermore, the company has provided an apartment to stay in as long as required. It is a gated community with nearly 200 houses. It consists of various amenities such as a gym, park, pool, and yoga centre. I prefer to rejuvenate myself after a busy day at the office by utilizing these facilities.
Moreover, it has been a long time since we met after our graduation. Hence I would like to invite you to my apartment on Sunday and have a small get together if possible. Eagerly waiting to meet you soon.
Best Regards,
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Dear Amber,
I hope this letter finds you and your family all well. I’m writing to tell you that I’ve just moved to a new apartment.
As you know, my old apartment needed to be renovated, but the landlord refused several times to allocate money for its renovation. Also, it becomes currently quite small for my family to live in as it has one bedroom only. At present, I have 2 children, who need 2 more bedrooms, a study room, and a wider area to play in.
My new apartment consists of 3 bedrooms, a comfortable living room, and a wonderful terrace, where my children can play safely. I’ve a suitable study room, where I can work in a quiet environment. All the interior, the paint on the walls and ceramic floors are of a marvelous condition, so no more maintenance is needed.
It’d be a great idea if you come with your family next weekend to see it. Let’s spend some exciting moments together and enjoy watching new movies in the living room. Think of it and let me know as soon as you can.
Please pass on my best wishes to your family.
All the best,
Maria.
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Response 08
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Dear Naomi,
I hope this letter finds you well. I am excited to tell you that I have recently moved to a new house. We decided to move because our old home was too far from my workplace and lacked a proper study space.
The new house is much more comfortable. It has a cozy living room, a small but well-equipped kitchen, and a lovely backyard where I can relax or host small gatherings. Each bedroom is bright and airy, and the neighborhood is quiet and safe, which makes it perfect for families.
I really hope you can come and visit me here. It would be fantastic to have you stay for a few days so that we can explore the area together and enjoy some time catching up. I promise you’ll love it!
Best wishes,
Bella
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Response 09
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Dear Emily,
I hope you are doing great. I'm writing this letter to share some exciting news - I've recently moved to a new house, and I wanted to let you know about it.
The main reason for my move was to find a more spacious and peaceful environment. My previous apartment, though convenient, felt quite cramped, and the surrounding area was often noisy. This new place offers a much-needed change, allowing me to enjoy a better quality of life.
You'd be glad to know that my new home is a beautiful detached house located in Ottawa, Canada. It has three bedrooms, a modern kitchen, and a lovely backyard with a small garden. The neighbourhood is quiet and safe, with plenty of parks and cafés nearby. It truly feels like the perfect place to settle.
I'd love you to visit and stay for a while. Let me know when you can make the trip. I’ll be delighted to show you around!
Warm wishes,
Sophia
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Response 10
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Dear Charlotte, I'm writing to let you know that at last, we've moved to a bigger house! We just couldn't go on living in the two-bedroom bungalow now that the twins are growing up and the new baby has arrived. So we started looking - and one thing led to another and finally, here we're in our new home. I'm sure you'll like it. We have three bedrooms now and a very modern bathroom and kitchen. The kids are happy because there is more space with the big living room and the garden outside. But John is the happiest of all because he doesn't need to do much decorating. Why don't you come round this weekend and see what you think of our new place? We would all love to see you. If the weather is favourable, we can even have a barbecue in the garden. Our new address and phone number are below, so give us a call and let us know when to expect you. With lots of love, Julia
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Response 11
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Dear Emre,
I hope you are doing well. I wanted to let you know that I have recently moved to a new house. The main reason for the move was that our previous apartment was becoming too small for the family, and we needed more space.
Our new house is lovely. It has three bedrooms, a spacious living room, and a small garden at the back. The kitchen is modern, and there’s plenty of natural light in every room. I especially enjoy the balcony, which has a great view of the neighborhood.
I would love for you to come and visit sometime soon. It would be wonderful to show you around, catch up, and spend some quality time together. Let me know when you are free, and I can help arrange your stay.
Warm regards,
Michael
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From essays on this question
Useful vocabulary
needed more space
Meaning
Had to have more room to live comfortably.
From the essay
The main reason for the move was that our previous apartment was becoming too small for the family, and we needed more space.