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Island House, Loughor

The birth place of Evan Roberts, evangelistic revivalist renowned for starting the 1904-5 revival in South Wales, offering a tranquil relaxing home setting, sitting at the gateway to the renowned GOWER PENINSULA, the first  area in the United Kingdom to be designated  as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in 1956.


Our Mission

A unique opportunity for all to not only see Island House but also stay in this historic cottage.

Following the great success of the centenary year we are pleased to continue to offer you the unique opportunity to stay with us in Island House which is now rated **Fully Listed with Visit Wales (Tourist Board), as their costs are to high to continue with a star rated grading


About Island House

Situated in the old village of Bwlchymynydd, Loughor in easy walking distance of Pisgah Chapel and Moriah Chapel. Easily accessible from the M4 J47 and within easy reach of Swansea, Gower Peninsula, Llanelli and the rest of South Wales.

Island House was built in 1860 and remained in the Roberts family, throughout the Revivalist period, until the 1950's. The Ellis family acquired the property in 1987 and is only the third family to have lived in the property.

It has been very tastefully refurbished to a very high standard, whilst retaining all the original features including beamed ceilings & open fireplace. 

A traditional family home Bed & Breakfast establishment suitable for families, couples or single persons.

Large garden incorporates heated swimming pool with summer house, lawns, and children's play area.

Island House is fronting onto the Loughor Estuary Park ideal for walks.

All bedrooms have digital freeview TV, tea coffee and hot chocolate making facilities, whilst the guest lounge also has a DVD player

There are a number of public houses within easy walking distance for evening meals and Sunday luncheon.


For more information email: gordon9@gordon9.plus.com or

 Tel: Gordon & Viv on  01792 899217

Address : Island House, Gwynfe Road, Loughor, Swansea. SA4 6TE

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Links

To see a short video about Swansea and The Gower just click on this link www.abayoflife.com/en/swansea-bay-video/ 

For information and beautiful pictures of the Gower visit

www.gowerscapes.com 

also http://www.iknow-wales.co.uk/cardiff_south_wales/holiday_cottages/ Cardiff & South Wales Holiday Cottages, iknow-wales.co.uk

Traditional Family Home

Bed & Breakfast

Gordon & Viv Ellis

Island House is the birthplace of Evan Roberts, evangelistic revivalist 1904/5.

We are pleased to continue to offer you the opportunity of staying with us in this unique property, which still includes many of the original features.

Accommodation includes 1 twin, 2 double and 1 large family room (sleeps 2 double 1 single & put u up bed or cot available) 

Full cooked farmhouse style breakfast with Welsh Option

(including local delicacy Cockles and Lava Bread (pre order only 48 hours notice required))

Off road parking.

Now with Wi-Fi Wireless Internet in all rooms

Digital freeview T.V in all bedrooms

Guest Lounge with T.V incorporating Digital freeview channels plus  DVD player

Bathroom plus Separate Large double power shower room & toilet (downstairs)

Tea, coffee & hot chocolate making facilities in all rooms

Hairdryers and Iron available upon request

Heated outdoor swimming pool (May – September) with summer house, large garden with views over the Loughor Estuary

No animals permitted

Non-smoking establishment

Situate in a quiet location with riverside walks on the doorstep.

Two public houses, Loughor Boating club are in easy walking distance for lunchtime/evening meals. Along with Hurrens Inn & Restaurant on the Estuary

PRICES from £30 pppn

Ask about special rates for family room/extended stay/group bookings

Access statement available upon request

For information: Tel 01792 899217 or

e-mail Gordon9@gordon9.plus.com

 

Guest quotes 2010

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20 Apr 2010

Thank you for your hospitality, the room was great and comfortable, and the breakfasts were great and filling. We can see the care 

and attention you have given to make a comfortable and welcoming place to stay. 

Thank you again                                                                                            Stuart Ann Simon   & David Beddows, Cheadle, Stockport

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Guest quotes 2009

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21-23 June 2009

Thanks for you hospitality - We had a nice, relaxing time here - We slept like logs! Breakfast was really nice, Loved the view

and the old pictures. PS. Thanks for the souvenirs                                                                            Cheers Dave & Doreen Slaughter

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June 2009

Thank you Gordon & Viv for a very interesting stay Ken & I will come again . May God richly Bless you      Anne & Ken - Cardiff

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29 May 2009

Thank you for a wonderful stay, very friendly and welcoming, breakfast brilliant. Thank you and best wishes - Shirley & Wal

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23 May2009

Thank you for having us, you made us feel really welcome. We loved staying here, shame we forgot our swimming tots, 

but we'll bring them next time and we love Scarlet                                                             Jessica, Joshua 7 James - Birmingham xxx

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23 May 2009

What can I say, you made us very comfortable and the only bad point is we were sorry to say GOODBYE    Peter & Debbie

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4 May 2009

Thanks for a great stay Gordon, Viv, Scarlet & the cats. You have a lovely peaceful B & B with yummy breakfasts and we would 

definitely come back. Take care & good luck                Russell, Kay, Schalk & Gen (The South Africans)                                                                                     

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April 2009

Thank you we've really enjoyed our stay - really great that you were so flexible.....thanks again         Philip, Irene & Elizabeth

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17 April 2009

We also felt very much at home. It's a very nice place to stay and you made us feel like being at home. Thanks for the bigger room. 

We hope to be back again - but earlier and not after 9-15 years.                                           Susanne & Karla Lang Brandenburg, Germany

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16 April 2009

Home from home. Lovely location, very friendly and welcoming. Keep up the good work Viv & Gordon. I hope to return one day

                                                                                                                                                                    Olivia Lewis (Hastings E. Sussex)

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13 April 2009

Lovely location, excellent breakfasts. We had a marvelous time.                                                                         Brian & Josiane

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25 March 2009

Lovely quiet location, very relaxing, excellent breakfast and very warm welcome                                               Russell & Dianne Blake

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28 Feb 2009

Thank you Gordon & Viv for your hospitality. Enjoyed the visit and will be back again. I bless you and this home     Lincoln

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17 Feb 2009

It has been a privilege to stay in Evan Roberts' home. Thank you Gordon & Viv for opening it up.          Alena Wedlock  NZ

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Older guest quotes

There are so many beautiful quotes from guests. Here are an extract 

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26 Oct 2008

5 STAR !!!. Hugs and Bugs!! or no bugs! :-) Smiling! Bless you with joy in Jesus

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1September 2008

Thank you for maintaining the history of this home which is so special for a lot of people. Thank you for opening your home where there is such a wonderful atmosphere of welcome and love. May Jesus become more real to everyone who comes here.

                                                                                                                                               Love Frank & Pam Hughes (Worthing Sussex)

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7 June 2008

What a place to unwind from the pressures of London and with excellent food. Thank you                                      Jeff Jones

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18 May 2008

WOW Best bed & Breakfast that I have found all year! Great hospitality, beautiful upkeep of the property, wonderful backyard and pool, and fabulous location. We just bless you and your home. Thank you for sharing, caring and allowing us to feel so welcome in the famous UK                                                                                                                              Love Ben and Stephanie Dunn

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18 April 2008

This is a wonderful Bed & Breakfast!! I Had such a great time and the room, food and hospitality were all so good. Thank You

I can see the care and attention you have given to make a comfortable and welcoming place to stay - and the stewardship of the Evan Roberts heritage. Thank you again. I will warmly recommend the visit - With Love in Christ -                                                                                                                                                  Sam Rendleshort, Berkhamsted, England.    ___________________________________________________________________________________________________

31 March 2008

What an idyllic place to stay! Thank you so much for being so easy going, warm and welcoming       Victoria Hall & Hilary Glover 

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20 March 2008

Thank you for a good start to the Easter weekend, Your warmth and hospitality has most certainly lifted our spirit and boosted our energy level. We are now fully equipped to cycle around the Gower.                                                        Mena & Antje xxx

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16 March 2008

Your thoughtfulness and kindness, with the many homely touches available for us were very much appreciated- and the breakfasts are the best we've ever had                                                                                                                           Sue & John Gillies

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11 March 2008

Knowing the history of this house caused me to be very excited, I was not disappointed. May God once again raise up many such homes with such a deep spiritual inheritance all across the nation. Thank you for opening your home                                                                                                                                                                       S Vaughan

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28 February 2008

Thank you very much for your warm hospitality and scrumptious breakfasts. You have a very lovely home which brings a peace with it. Lovely to wake up to hear the birds singing. The room was very comfortable. God Bless                                                                                                                                                                Jim & Dorothy Thompson

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January 2008

It is so nice here that I hurried back to spend my entire evening in the luxury of my room.                        J. Knight

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October 2005 - 19 December 2007  (Yes he stayed that long)

Having stayed here for a long duration of 2 years I can honestly say this is the best Bed & Breakfast I have stayed in, and boy is this a good endorsement I can assure you. I could be labeled as a bit of a connoisseur in the hotelier business. 

Gordon & Viv's hospitality is second to none. The rooms are always clean and fresh and invitingly comforting after a hard days work. Viv's cooked breakfast is the best in the area and evening time is tranquil and quiet ensuring a good nights sleep is guaranteed. Best Regards                                                                                                                                  Bob Hagan

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