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The Hollies is situated in the beautiful area of Horton in the Gower Peninsular

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Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
TV, DVD player
Dining
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61453 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Horton, Gower, Swansea, Wales
  • Popular LocationPort Eynon Beach6 min walk
  • Popular LocationOxwich Bay Beach20 min drive
  • Popular LocationThree Cliffs Bay Beach27 min drive
  • AirportCardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)117 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Hollies is situated in the beautiful area of Horton in the Gower Peninsular

Horton is situated on the Gower Peninsular which is a designated area of natural beauty.

The house has 2 self contained apartments (top and middle floors) . The apartments consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a fitted kitchen with open-plan lounge area and a large balcony. The apartments sleeps up to six people and comprises of 1 double bedroom with king size bed, 1 double bedroom with 2 single beds and 1 single bedroom with a single bed. There is a pull out bed to accommodate the sixth person. All bedrooms have bedside tables, wardrobes and chest of drawers.

The apartments have a fully fitted kitchen including cooker, fridge freezer, washing machine and microwave together with all necessary utensils. There is one bathroom and a separate shower room which are both fully functional with all required facilities. The properties have a large walk out balcony with table and chairs to enjoy the sea views. The property is ideally suited for families with young children with a cot and highchair being provided. The property is a pet friendly accommodation and has ample storage for guests with sporting equipment.

The apartments have the benefit of panoramic views over the horseshoe bays of Horton and Port Eynon which can be enjoyed fully via the large balcony area.

All the grounds are made fully available to all guests with large table and chairs on a patio area and is a safe playing area for children.

The self-catering apartments are ideal for the boating, surfing, fishing and walking enthusiast. It has the added advantage of providing an area for parking boats and trailers.

The properties are equipped with WIFI.

There is a south-facing balcony which is accessed from the single bedroom. The balcony is wide enough for patio furniture to sit and enjoy the wonderful views.

The large garden which is made available to all guests (approximately half an acre) is a safe and ideal area for children to play. There is ample room for parking of cars and boats and trailers along with a private access lane to the beach of Horton and Port Eynon.

The Gower holds wooded glens with brooks and streams, woods and copses of Oak Sycamore and Ash trees. There are old Churches, fortified towers and castles which are mementos of the conquest by the Normans over 900 years ago. Smugglers Caves and tales of pirates all form part of the magic of the Gower.



The Hollies has considerable history attached to it. During the First World War it was commissioned as a rehabilitation home for injured soldiers on the battle front. During the 50's The Hollies was host to Don Bradman and his Australian Cricket Touring Team, who played villagers on the lawn. The Hollies is situated in the village of Horton which is on the tip of the Gower Peninsular which is 20 miles long by 5 miles wide.

Property manager

Laura Francis

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,453 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs are available on request at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Swansea

This vacation home is located in Swansea. Ceri Richards Gallery and Egypt Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include National Trust Rhossili Shop & Visitor Centre and Clyne Gardens. Traveling with kids? Consider Blackpill Lido and LC Swansea.

What's nearby

  • Port Eynon Beach - 6 min walk
  • Penrice Castle - 10 min drive
  • Oxwich Bay Beach - 20 min drive
  • Rhossili Beach - 21 min drive
  • Three Cliffs Bay Beach - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Swansea (WSS-Swansea Train Station) - 29 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 118 min drive

Restaurants

  • Eddy's Restaurant - 18 min drive
  • Oxwich Beach - 10 min drive
  • Welcome to Town - 14 min drive
  • Gower Inn - 14 min drive
  • The Ship Inn - 12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hollies is situated in the beautiful area of Horton in the Gower Peninsular pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at The Hollies is situated in the beautiful area of Horton in the Gower Peninsular?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hollies is situated in the beautiful area of Horton in the Gower Peninsular?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Hollies is situated in the beautiful area of Horton in the Gower Peninsular located?

This family-friendly Swansea vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Port Eynon Beach, Oxwich Castle, and Slade Bay. Oxwich Bay Beach is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bruce W. D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location just a block from the beach is great
The Hollie House is a unque apartment rental above the owners ground floor home. It is spacious, and comfortable, but not as new or newly remodeled as many Vbro offerings, and is a bit difficult to find. The owners are very friendly and will accommodate needs for you when asked, but don't expect much in the way of extras. The charm is the quaint village setting and beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ros M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hide away in Horton
Comfortable second floor flat which is well equipped, with sea views and only 2 mins walk from a fine beach in a quiet corner of Gower. A smashing place to chill out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

penny d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant stay
Wonderful position 3 mins from beach. Warm friendly welcome and everything we needed was there. Spacious apartment and dog friendly . Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Murray M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable, great location.
Stayed in the middle floor with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a kitchen/lounge. Right next to the beach with water views from most rooms. Laura very accomodating to make our stay easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Jeremy B.

Basic apartment in great location
Laura helpful on arrival. Basic apartment with sea views and access to large gardens. Pubs and shop 10 mins walk.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Maggie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
Lovely setting, so close to the beach. Laura & her dad were very helpful and friendly. As I’ve read before in reviews - it is basic - follow the advice to stock up at supermarkets in the way - you will need everything from salt & pepper to loo roll (one roll is installed there) as there are no extras to fall back on. We enjoyed walking the dog on the beach, swimming (lifeguards on Horton beach) and pottering to the Ship Inn. A few excursions to Three Cliffs, Rhossili & The Mumbles but the weather was so hot we mostly stayed on Horton beach. The views from the top apartment we had were fantastic - you could hear the sea - what more could you want.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dorian H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely stunning place
Really enjoyed our stay there the place was lovely and clean it couldn't be any closer to the beach and there's lots of amazing coastal walks around the area too absolutely loved it there
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trish L.

Liked: Cleanliness
short break
The Hollies is perfect for a small family get away near the beach and well situated for other destinations on the Gower. Laura was a helpful and communicative host and we had everything we needed to suit our family and dog. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jurgita V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible location
Our family had a wonderfully relaxing break here in February and dreaming of coming back during warmer months. Having beach at the bottom of the garden simply can not be beaten. Really appreciated warm welcome and very prompt communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martha S., Uk

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect view, perfect place
We stayed in this gorgeous house for a weekend of sea and sunshine. Perfect place to unwind, get a great nights sleep and wake up to breakfast on a balcony with a perfect view. You look over the huge garden to the beach and rolling waves. In between the garden and the beach is the coast path, just a short walk to the Port and cream teas, cappuccino's and great fish and chips. Incredibly relaxing, peaceful and beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alice H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would stay again
Lovely stay. So close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Nath and Jane B., London

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved property and location. Family run. Owners could not have done more to welcome us.
Great location, wonderful views, excellent hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Austin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Property was just as expected. Communication with owners was very good, they were very welcoming and helpful. Beautiful location, perfect for the beach. Great pub with excellent food a few minutes walk away. Overall a very nice stay and would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dharmesh R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had a great stay and relaxing time - the beach is directly behind the house and the garden is spacious. Laura was a great host and very helpful with answering questions. It's easy to get to other beaches on the Gower Peninsula.

8/10 Good

Cerys M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Holiday at Horton
Excellent location for the beach. Beautiful garden for children and adults to relax. Comfortable beds and friendly hoast .

10/10 Excellent

Craig Moreland

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Away In The Gower
The house the gardens were excellent, Laura and her father were fantastic friendly and helpful. The surrounding country side the beach and the walks and the pub was great. Would recommend it to anyone, the weather was not so kind but will definitely return. Craig & Jo

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Relaxing family break by the sea.
The Hollies is in an excellent position within two minutes of the beach and walking distance to Port Eynon. It is very clean and has everything you need for a family stay by the sea. The large garden is an added bonus for the children and for sitting outside. The village is very pretty and quiet but nearby Port Eynon has a small shop, two cafes and a pub serving meals. The bedrooms are roomy and there is a balcony with furniture and sea view. The kitchen is well equipped and lounge and dining area comfortable and light.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine L.

Glorious Gower
Had the most amazing stay here at the Hollies helped by the glorious Easter weather of course but also the fantastic welcome from Laura and her family.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Susanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Ausgangspunkt zur Entdeckung der Gower-Halbinsel
Das Hollies war perfekt, um die Halbinsel mit ihren wunderschönen Buchten zu entdecken und in die Wellen zu springen oder zu surfen. Im großen Garten haben die Kinder es genossen, auf dem Trampolin zu springen. Lauras Familie war super nett! In der Wohnung gab es alles, was wir brauchten. Allerdings muss einem bewusst sein, dass hier die Zeit etwas stehen geblieben ist.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

G J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Einfach perfekt
Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Alles stimmte - sogar das Wetter! Die Gastgeber sind ausgesprochen freundlich und zuvorkommend. Während unserem Aufenthalt (9 Nächte) wurde uns nach Halbzeit frische Wäsche angeboten. Die Duschtücher waren wunderbar weich und wohlriechend. Wir haben noch selten in einem Bett von Anfang an so gut geschlafen. Die Matratzen waren sehr gut, stabilisierend und weich genug - genau so wie wir sie mögen. Die Aussicht vom Appartement aus ist umwerfend. Danke vielmals!