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Amother amazing stay in Applecroft - a definite home from home, with wonderful views, comfort, decor and careful thought gone into looking after guests. The only problem is that more people are finding out about it, so we're fearful it may get fully booked all year!! Good thing we're already booked in or autumn! Menna & Roger are wonderful hosts - unobtrusive, but so friendly & welcoming & the welcome pack on arrival is outstanding! This is by far the best holiday home we have stayed in. Thoroughly recommended & we're already looking forward to September!
Brian & Jane, Wiltshire (14/02 - 25/02/20)
Amazing week. First time ever in the Gower and not our last. We hope to make Applecroft our base.
Fab cottage with amazing views and a calmness - dogs settled immediately. Weather mixed so stayed local mainly - walked to Whiteford ( right out of cottage and down past caar park and through NT a must - many paths). Also Rhossili & Three Cliffs fantastic (20mins & 30 mins- be careful of following of following live sat nav to Three Cliffs - tries to take you on some silly single tracks - stay on the B roads)
Brittania Inn here in the village - best food maybe we've ever had. Visited 3 times - amazing.
Thanks to Menna & Roger . We hope to return.
Linda, Teresa & pouches. (04/01 - 11/01/20)
We have had a wonderful stay at Applecroft this New Year week. We love the village, local walks and views to the bay and, as the weather has mostly held out, thats what we have got to enjoy a restful break. Thank you so much for your hospitality Menna & Roger, we enjoyed the goodies you left, the christmas tree and fire every evening. You really have thought of everything for a relaxing stay and my gosh that King size bed is so comfortable!! It has also been an ideal place to bring our dog away with the enclosed rear garden, he has certainly loved the beach walks. We will be back for sure! Wishing you both a wonderful 2020.
Natalie, Chris & Monty, Worcestershire. (29/12 - 04/01/20)
Thank you so much Menna and Roger for your lovely cottage and brilliant load of goodies including Christmas tree (very tastefully decorated) We have had a very relaxing time over xmas week. Pretty much everything we needed has been thought of. The cottage is very smart (the best hols cottage we have stayed in) and well kept, very happy customers, we will be back.
Gail, Sandy & Charlie, Wiltshire. (21/12 - 28/12/19)
Well Menna and Roger another sad goodbye to "Applecroft" Thank you for making us feel so welcome as you always do wjth your warm greeting and welcome pack. Cassie too has enjoyed her stay with her walks through the woods and in the sand dunes along the "very crowded" beach!! So once again thank you and see you again in the future.
Nigel,Gill & Cassie, Evesham Worcs. (23/11 - 30/11/19)
Thank you again for another 'home from home; break. Yet again a lovelly birthday wek has been spent here. Beautiful walks on the beach and the Brittania and The King Arthur in Reynoldston are a must. Good local village shop and even if its a bad day out we don't feel you need to go anywhere not with the views and warmth at Applecroft. Must be honest didn't think I would miss the log burner as much but with the promise it will be there to use next year we will be back.
Gail & Dave Griffiths West Mids ( 26/10 - 02/11/19)
Another fabulous week at Applecroft. Lovelly cottage with stunning views. We have been treated to a blue sky week (apart from friday!) Great walks along the beautiful beach - Tilly will certainly miss her daily walk along the unspoilt beach. Thank you so much for all the treats - we will start our diets tomorrow! Looking forward to visiting again. It's been a perfect week.
Teresa, Jeff and Tilly, Bedfordshire (19/10 - 26/10/19)
Applecroft: our holiday tick list.
1) Clean well epuipped comfortable accomadation 2) Location 3) Kind thoughtful hosts 4) Dog safe garden 5) Generous welcome pack 6) Coastal and woodland walks 7) Views 8) Beaches 9) Local friendly shop (cakes!) 10) Peace and quiet. Appleccroft ticks all the boxes perfect!!
Wendy, Jenny & Lola West Mids (12/10 - 19/10/19)
We've had a wonderful stay on Gower, our first (not last). Stunning views over Lougher Estuary were ever changing and addictive. Llanmadoc is a wonderful, friendly village. Great pub and shop. We enjoyed many beach walks with the dog and various pubs of which the Britannia was our favourite. Pity the King Arthur at Reynoldston doesn't allow dogs inside. The various goodies in our welcome pack were the best we've had - very generous. The free roaming sheep and ponies were a lovely sight - especially outside the King Arthur. Thank you Menna & Roger for your lovely cottage. We'll be back.
Clive & Felicity Ham & Max, Somerset. (05/10 - 12/10/19)
We have loved our stay here and are dragging our heela at having to leave. Menna & Roger have really made a home from home, sparkling clean with all the kitchen equipment etc you'r likely to need. The views are to die for and the website pictures really donn't do it justice. A lot of thought and care has gone into everything here, including all the added extras, ie fresh eggs, milk, wonderful cake, chocs, wine, biscuits & even spare toothbrushetc, just in case. We will definately be back - thank you so much.
Jane & Brian Dibble, Wiltshire (28/09 - 05/10/19)
What a privilege to be able to have a second holiday in 'Applecroft' Once again we have had a wonderful time in this thoughtfully equipped home. We appreciate the generous welcome goodies, the beautiful view, the wonderful walks from the doorstep, the local pub with ite excellent food, the community shop with its friendly volunteers and salted caramel cake and being able to bring our dog Thank You.
We hope this won't be our last holiday here.
Angela & Brian Lawes & Ebony the rescue dog, Dorset (21/09 - 28/09/19)
Great to be back at Applecroft, thank you for the welcome pack and lovely cake much appreciated. Weather has been brilliant. Lots of good walks, couldn't ask for more. Looking forward to stay again.
Best wishes Jackie & Bryan Berry, Cheshire (14/09 - 21/09/19)
Applecroft never ceases to amaze us and never disappoints. Always a warm welcome from Roger and Menna and a generous supply of 'goodies' especially the 'Bara Brith' Looking forward to seeing you both in October.
Wendy, Jennifer & Lola, West Mids (07/09 - 14/09/19)
This has been another lovely stay again. lovely walks and weather. \thank you again for all the extras. Lovely private garden and safe for Barney - our dog. Hope to see you both next year - and try your lovely cake again.
Best Wishes, Edward & Ros, Hereford (31/08 - 07/09/19)
We had a fantastic break at Applecroft. 2 weeks of relaxation, great views and a lovely, cosy place to stay.
Roger and Menna have been very thoughtful hosts, nothing is too much. On arrival, they provided a fantastic amount of 'extras' - milk OJ, cake, bisquits, sweets and more. We loved the homegrown tomatoes! Thank you so much for the welcome.
The Gudgeons, Sheffield. (13/08 - 31/08/19)
We stayed a 3min walk from friends. The walks here are fab. There are too many highlights and not enough paper - the children (7-9) enjoyed their stay, as well as Billy the dog. We've loved our stay so much that we have already booked to come back next year! see you then Roger and Menna.
The Gudgeon's, Sheffield (17/08 - 31/08/19)
We had a lovely stay here at Applecroft a cosy place which all of us enjoyed a great view. Hope to be here next year.
The Malloy family, Reading (03/08 - 10/08/19)
A wonderful holiday let! Applecroft's views are breathtaking and the attention to detail by the hosts Roger and Menna is really commendable. Thank you for all the welcoming kittle touches - bottle of wine, cakes etc and the milk in the fridge. Everything added together to make us feel welcome and gave us a wonderful holiday with all the comforts of home.
Rosmary, Claudia & James, Wiltshire & Willow ( 27/07 - 03/08/19)
Another wonderful week on the Gower. Our first stay at Applecroft and we're certainly not disapointed, what a lovely place for a holiday. Thank you very much for all the 'extras', very much appreciated.
Many thanks,
Charlie,Jill,Cathrine & Edward, Maidenhead, Berks (20/07 - 27/07/19)
Wow, just beautiful! The view is unbeatable and the lovely bungalow is the nicest holiday rental we have stayed in! Thank you for all the very generous 'extras' very much appreciated and thoroughly enjoyed! We were all made to feel very welcome including our dog 'Bailey. We hope to return very soon.
Many thanks Mandy, Duncan, Lewis, & Bailey, Midlands (13/07/ - 20/07/19)
A beautiful week very lucky with the weather did all my usual and favourite walks some with dogs some without, husband enjoyed chilling out admiring the always beautiful view. Enjoyed meal at The King Arthur and fish and chips at Port Eynon. Views from the hill take a lot of beating. Beautiful cottage as always. We will be back.
Di & Arthur Ward , Glos. (06/07 - 13/06/19)
Perfect week, beautiful location with lots of lovely waves that our beagle enjoyed! Would recomend
The Britania Inn for a Gower Gold and fish pie! Will miss the view in the lovely weather we've had.
Tobi, Lisa "Jess and Jake" who got engaged yesterday on Oxwich Beach! & Mylo the beagle.
Durrington, Wilts. (15/06 - 22/06/19)
Despite the wet weather we have been very comfortable in this homely and well appointed bungalow.
We appreciated your thoughtful "welcome pack" as we looked out over the changing scenes and moods of the coastline. Impressive views from the cairn on Llanmadoc Hill. Enjoyed the swallows living under the gable!
Jill & Trevor, East Sussex (08/06 - 15/06/19)
Thank you Roger and Menna for this wonderful dog friendly holiday bungalow and garden - what a view!
We have enjoyed some very scenic coastal path walks from fantastic beaches during the good weather we had - yes we had more than the odd shower on the Gower! Our dogs have really enjoyed their annual coastal path holiday! although distracted by the free roaming sheep on their morning walk!
Ian and Susan Burns, Newcastle - under - Lyme, Staffs @ Tarkka and Tippi. (01/06 - 08/06/19)
We have had a lovely time here "Applecroft" is a wonderful base one of the best holiday rentals we have stayed in - and we've stayed in a lot. We've been out and about, but always loved coming back to "our view" Thank you Roger and Menna for all the wonderful treats you left - the eggs especially were fabulous. Britannia Inn is a great place too.
Terry & Linde, South Derbyshire. (25/05 - 01/06/19)
Thank you again for a lovely week. The weather has been just right. Have loved watching the evening sunsets and the family of baby Robbins in the garden. The bat has also made an evening apperance. It is a a lovely relaxing place and we really appreciate all your thoughtfulness and generosity
Carol & John Broadbridge. Maidenhead. (18/05 - 25/05/19)
Here we are again! Our forth visit and still as enjoyable. Applecroft never dissapoints - a real rest home from home....we never tire of the Gower and especially the wonderful views and walks, beaches and woodland. Thank you again Menna & Roger for your great hospitality.....bound to be back!
Jan, Del, and Barney xx (11/05 - 18/05/19)
Another lovely week in your delightful bungalow - weathergreat for walking- lovely to see all the scenery again. Thank you for all the extras you left. See you again later in the season.
Thank you Edward and Ros. Herefordshire. (04/05 - 14/05/19)
"Applecroft" fantastic as always. Thank you Roger & Menna for the generous welcome pack and goodies. See you again in September and October and April, September and October 2020!!
Wendy, Jenny & Lota, Balsall Common. (27/04 - 04/05/19)
Another fabulous holiday at Applecroft. Lovely weather, so many wildflowers and the cuckoo down in the pine woods and dunes. Dogs happily worn out. Thank you Roger and Menna for making us so welcome.
Anne,Richard & Firball, Old Basing, Hants (20/04 - 27/04/19)
Wonderful stay in light, spacious, warm (when cold weather!) cool (in Easter heatwave!) Applecroft - and such views! Many thanks for such a generous welcome pack of goodies - much appreciated after parking up. Sister Fran and I were rewarded by a 'gallop - past' of 7 moor ponies - what a sight as they trotted past
and around the corner! P.S heard the cuckoo from here on the 17th, and again yesterday down in the woods.
Cathy and Fran, Albourne, Wilts. (13/04 - 20/04/19)
Thank you so much for everything. We've had a fabulous time.
Pat & Graham Banks, Derby. (06/04 - 13/04/19)
Lovely comfortable cottage with amazing views of the estuary. Wonderful beaches all around which we and our dog really enjoyed. Many thanks for all the edable perks which were much appreciated.
Elizabeth and Gordon Bishop, Dorset. (30/03 - 06/04/19)
Applecroft is a lovely cottage with everything you could need with lots of thoughtful extras even a toothbrush which i forgot! The stunning view and location are amazing and our dogs loved the many walks around the area and fantastic beaches to run along.
Great Sunday lunch at the Britannia Inn down the road. Thank-you for all the welcome goodies.
The Petherbridge family, Midhurst,West Sussex. (29/12 - 04/01/19)
Such a beautiful cottage and a lovely warm welcome, our best yet. Simon loved the Bara Brith and thank you for the recipe. Great walks - really great - amazing location - pity about the weather. Great community shop and great community every one we met was very friendly.
Simon and Sadie, Cheltenham. (01/12 - 07/12/18)
Thank you for a truly wonderful week! A joy to wake up to those views evey day. Weve enjoyed the walking in the area and spending time at the local pub - especially vibrant whilst watching the rugby!! Thank you for the warm welcome and gifts - local produce and the "essentials" (Malbec) much appreciated!! Hope to visit again in the future.
Tom & Sarah. (11/11 - 18/11/18)
Thank you Roger & Menna for another lovelly stay here at Applecroft. Sorry we missed you. Weve enjoyed some lovely walks on the beach with the dog - who loves it to bits! Weather was quite good at the first half of the week, then never mind it is November after all!! We enjoyed a couple of lunchtimes in the pub sat by the log burner. Thanks again.
Jane, Tony & Tilly, Didcot Oxon. (03/11 -10/11/18)
Wow "Applecroft thank you for making this the best 50th birthday present ever - from the welcome pack when we arrived to the birthday cake. Couldn't haave wished for better walks straight from the door without the use of a walking map. Roger & Menna thank you for everything you have done and provided for this perfect holiday. The Britannia is well worth going to for a drink, food and hospitality. There aren't many places that I really want to go back to, but this is a must. Actually made me cry as I'm writing this. So roll on next October when we will be back.
Gail & Dave Griffiths, Sedgley, West Midlands (27/10 - 02/10/18)
We are sorry to say goodbye to Applecroft. After an action packed week that started with the most amazing welcome pack that we have much appreciated through the week 10/10. The spectacular views / sunsets showcased through the patio doors, not forgetting the wonderful Wifi. The house is very well kitted out and suited our every need. And even made use of the weighing scales for a delightful panckake breakfast. The house has a very welcoming and warm vibes that was very usefull after a dip in the sea. We have enjoyed everything and hope to be back soon.
The Kingston Family, High Wycome (20/10 - 27/10/18)
Our 7th visit - what more can we say. You certainly tick all the boxes. Thanks for everything.
John and Carol, Maidenhead. (29/09 - 06/10/18)
We have had the most wonderful week being blessed by such beautiful late September weather here on the Gower. From the minute we arrived and saw the beautiful view from Applecroft it just got better and better. Thank you for all the lovelly touches from eggs, cake, wine to information and sheer comfort. We are sad to leave and are already thinking about when we can return. With our best wishes.
Marjory and David Ball, York. (21/09 - 28/09/18)
'Applecroft' is amazing. So comfortable with everything you could need, with thoughtful extras plus of course the incredable view! The dogs loved the beaches, plenty of room to run. Good food at The Britannia Inn and lovelly atmosphere - great holiday despite the weather. Many thanks x
Vinny & Amanda Mckenna & Murphy, Dorset. (15/09 - 22/09/18)
We say "Ditto" to all the other comments, its been a wonderful holiday.
Alan, Sheila & Mathew Stubbs. (09/09 - 15/09/18)
Perfect as ever, five star rating, so clean and welcoming, much time and effort is ut into making "Applecroft" such a wonderful place to stay, already looking forward to our visit in April 19.
Wendy & Jennie West & Lola, West Mids. (01/09/ - 08/09/18)
WOW! WOW! WOW! A perfect cottage in a most idilic location. The area is truly stunning - we have had the most peaceful relaxing holiday! Applecroft is simply superb & our thanks to Roger & Menna for their warm welcome and hospitality. The welcome treats were simply divine - Thank you! We hope we are lucky enough to return here. XX
Margaret & John Harriden, Skipton, N Yorkshire ( 25/08/ - 01/09/18)
Applecroft is fabulous, what a view! The welcome pack was the best ever., especially the cake. Thank you so much Menna & Roger. It was my grandchildren's first visit to the Gower & I was able to show them the wonderful beaches, Mumbles and meet family they didn't know.
Christina, Sara, Isaac, Eleanor & Minnie the Minx and Tatinana, Wilts (18/08 - 25/08/18)
This was our first trip to the Gower, what a fantastic place, beautiful. Applecroft was fantastic, thank you Roger & Menna, especially for all the goodies. The walks were amazing, we are all tired even the dog. The cafe, local shop and the pub are all nice places to eat. Defininetly come again - we have all had a wonderful holiday.
Zoe, Phil, Seth and Freddie the dog, Derby (11/08 - 18/08/18)
Had a fantastic, beautiful break. Lovelly cottage everything we needed for two children and a dog. Hopefully be back next year. Thank you.
Jo, Simon & family, Droitwich. (01/08 - 11/08/17)
Our 5th trip to Applecroft! Each time we find something new to do. This time, a trip to
Dan-yr-Ogof (show caves) and a boat trip from Oxwich Bay to Worms Head by Gower Coast Adventures - both highly recomended!
The Malloys, Reading. (28/07 - 04/08/18)
Thank you Roger & Menna for the wonderful cottage & generous treats. We have had a great holiday & love this part of Gower. It is always a treat to be here & explore even after living & returning every year for over 50 years.
Jacqui, Colin & family, High Wycombe. (14/07 - 21/07/18)
Lovely cottage, stunning views, very generous treats on arrival and dogs made to feel welcome. Lots of footpaths to explore locally. It will be hard to go home. We will be in touch soon as we will be back. Thank you.
Diane & Arthur Ward, Gloucester. (07/07/ - 14/07/18)
We have really enjoyed our stay at your lovely cottage. Thank you for the welcome pack.
Roger & Menna are the perfect hosts. Weather great, village shop excellent. We will come back ( Booked for 2019)
Jackie & Bryan Berry, Cheshire (30/06/ - 07/17/18)
Our fourth time to visit Applecroft. Perfect as it always was! Outstanding weather, breathtaking views, brilliant holiday. Thank you Menna and Roger.
Christa & Karl Weidig, Stefan & Joy, Koln, Germany. (23/06/ - 29/06/18)
Lovely accommodation, wonderful views. We've had a great week. Good weather lots of walks. Applecroft is the best place we have ever stayed at. The little home from home touches and though of what guests would like makes this place wonderful. Thank you.
Keith & Julie Kendall, Worcs. (07/06/ - 16/06/18)
Lovely accomodation, even better views, so many lovely walks from the door. The goodies, a very nice touch, and to top it all fab weather all week, could ask for no more. We too will be back.
Jackie & Keith Wilkins & Hurbie the Vizsla. Northampton (02/06 - 09/06/18)
Absolutely beautiful accomodation - clean and modern with stunning views. We had a lovely week with fantastic weather. This is such a beautiful area for walking - our dogs were in their element. Thank you for such a warm welcome and delicious goodies. We can't wait to return.
Vanessa, Adrian, Izzy Robinson with Scruffy & Fifi, Essex (26/05/ - 01/06/18)
Our 2nd visit to Roger & Menna's idyllic cottage which is so perfectly situated. The clear, warm weather has given us amazing views throughout the week. Have now covered a good part of the coast path from Weobley Castle to the Blue Pool in various stages, plus Rhossili, Oxwich Bay and Three Cliffs Bay. We will have to return to do the rest. Thank you for all the welcome goodies too!
Richard & Anne Cooke + Rocky & Dougal, Warwickshire (19/05 - 26/05/18)
Total relaxationas soon as we walked through the dppr. Thank you for your welcomeand all the hard work you put in to make this a perfect place.
Carol & John Broadbridge, Maidenhead (12/05 - 19/05/18)
Our first visit th the Gower, hopefully not our last. Applecroft is in an idilic setting, the views from the back have made the TV redundant. We have not wanted for anything - a regular home from home a great place to stay and unwind. Thank you and a pleasure to meet you both Roger & Menna.
Shaun & Theresa Howard, Cain & Polly North Lincs. (05/05 - 12/05/18)
A wonderful week at Applecroft. Superb in every way. We will return.
Lynne and Peter Field, Thatcham (28/04 - 05/05/18)
Applecroft perfect as ever, thank you once again for a wonderful week and welcome pack. Menna and Roger see you in September.
Wendy and Jennefer West, Balsall Common, West Mids (21/04 - 28/04/18)
For people who don't do return visits to holiday places, we have just thoroughly enjoyed our 3rd year to the beautiful Gower! How could you stay away? Applecroft remains the perfect home from home thanks to the efforts of Menna and Roger. Feel too chilled to contimplate the drive home now!
Jan & Del Robinson, Market Harbourough (14/04 - 21/04/18)
Our second visit to Applecroft, since Jan and Del found this little gem! Wonderful stay again with fabulous views and stunning walks. 40+ different bird types seen or recorded (wow!) and one visit from a little weasel who attempted to enter the garden until the dog spotted him. So much to recommend, but best you just get out and explore!
Gwen & Tony (14/04 - 21/04/19)
We loved our return visit to this beautiful place. So peaceful and relaxing. We have explored every inch of the beach and woods and enjoyed suprisingly good weather. Thanks for all the thoughtful extgras - very welcoming. We will be back I'm sure!
Ally, Paul, Bailey & Jazzmine. Northhants (7/04 - 14/04/18)
Wow! what a fantastic place. We have had a wonderful time in the Gower exploring the area, visiting the many dog friendly pubs and enjoying plenty of picturesque walks along the beautiful beaches. Thank you so much for the welcome pack - very much apreciated. We have loved our stay at Applecroft. Absolutely perfect!
Jeff & Teresa, Luton (31/03 - 07/04/18)
We endorse all the coments made about the cottage, well-equiped and a lovely welcome pack. Thank you. There's lots to do if you enjoy walking. Recommend Worms Head, Rhossili, Park Lebreos and local beaches. Walk to the lighthouse was very interesting.
Lots of public eateries, Britannia is very nice. A lovely break and generally good weather.
George and Robyn Leckie, Nuneaton (17/03 - 24/03/18)
Can only endorse all the other complimentary comments made. setting, stunning views (thanks to Roger and Menna for laying on the perfect rainbow over Whiteford Point) and a superb cottage in which to stay to experience Gower in all its glory. Great location for costal and inland walks and a great pub (Britania Inn) in the village too. What more could you ask for in a mid-winter break??! (and my 62nd birthday and New Year!!)
Nick and Glyn Hadley, Reddich, Worcs. (28/12/17 - 01/01/18)
"WOW" - A perfect home from home for a long winter weekend! Great walks, good weather and fantastic views!!! already planning our next visit. (Booked for Christmas 2018)
Jayne, Andrew & Kia, Reading (01/12-04/12/17)
So much has already been said but we just wanted to thank Menna & Roger for a fantastic break. House is a home from home and village is a delight. And thank you so much for the welcome pack - those touches make you feel truly valued as a guest. Thanks again.
Julie & John Chambers, Norfolk (21/10 - 29/10/17)
Thank you once again Roger and Menna for letting us stay at your lovely 'Applecroft' perfect as ever, clean & so comfortable. The beaches and walks!! & such a generous welcome pack.
See you both next year.
Wendy & Jennifer West & Amy, West Mids (14/10 - 21/10/17)
Our second visit to Applecroft. We have had another lovely visit. Enjoyed the views, the walks on the beaches and the cakes from the shop!
Roger, Hillary & Kay, Cornwall (07/10 - 14/10/17)
We have loved our stay at Applecroft! The view from the back of the bungalow and garden is truly spectacular- amemory to cherish. Every comfort has been taken care of and thank you for the welcome bag of goodies - very much appreciated and enjoyed! Our first visit to The Gower - we hope to come back - soon! it's peaceful,wonderful beaches friendly people, beautiful walks - so relaxing to have so muchspace - no crowds! - heavenly1 Many Thanks.
Judith, Micheal with Vincent & Danny, Nottingham (30/09 - 07 /10/17)
Thank you to John and Del for letting us know about this absolute gem of a place, Fabulous scenery, walks, food & accomodation. Lots of thoughtful touches - Thank you for the tomatoes Menna - perfect with the beautiful brown eggs. Applecroft is cosy, comfortable and well appointed. Magnificent views. A lovely, relaxing break - giving us time to relax, explore, read & paint. Perfect XXX
Phil & Hazel Blowfield, Northants ( 23/09/ - 30/09/17)
A perfect bungalow in a beautiful setting. Lovelly walks nearby. Thank you for the welcome pack of goodies. All lovelly!
Alison, Jeff & Tilly, Isle of Wight (16/09/ - 23/09/17)
Our 3rd visit to Applecroft & Llanmadoc as perfect as ever. Looking forward to our next visit in October. Thank you for the wonderful welcome pack.
Wendy & Jennifer West & Amy. West Mids (02/09 - 09/09/17)
We have been coming to the Gower, and in particular Llanmadoc, for almost 40 years! We have never tired of the stunning scenery and charm of the region. We have seen it in all weathers and it never fails to give us a lift. Applecroft is the perfect place to get to know it. The views from every room shows just how beautiful it can be. I am sure we will be back.
Keith & Sheila Gwilym, Ashford, Kent. (29/08 - 02/09/17)
Once again a lovely week - thank you Menna & Roger. Hope to see you again next year.
Lewis family, Pontypool. (19/08/ - 25/08/17)
Applecroft is a sweet little cottage. I like the fact it is near lots of lovely places. Its a wonderful place to stay. I hope we come again. (Peter aged 9)
The Malloy family (12/0/ - 19/08/17)
Lovely cottage, lovely views. Even the weather couldn't spoil the holiday! Great walks, surfing and good food at the Britannia.
Fiona & Thomas Mitchel, Tewksbury.
Lovely relaxing time. Weather could have been better. Lots of lovely walks. 3rd visit to Llanmadoc.
John & Christine & Willy. Tewksbury (29/07 - 05/08/17)
Fabulous cottage - we could have just sat and looked at the view all week. Too much else to do though. The tidal marsh with it ponies and newborn foals, the sand dunes and deserted beach. Also Rhossili surfing. Port Eynon rock pooling and exploring the standing stones and Arthurs buerial chamber on the uplands. Even the Brittania pub was perfect.
Thank you.
Helen, Peter, Fiona & Robert Kemm & Rex, Reading (22/0/ - 29/07/17)
What a wonderful place to stay! The garden is a perfect little paradise, bringing in all manner of pretty birds and looking out on such a magnificent landscape. Thank you so much for the welcome pack and the opportunity to stay in such a perfect little cottage. Hope to stay again soon.
Berny and Mick Harris, Coventry. (08/07 - 15/07/17)
What a lovely place to stay. Wonderful views. Thank you for the goodies, too. The weather has been great this week so we have spent every day on the great baach that goes on for miles. Tilly has learnt to swim, and is now exhausted at the end of the week! Recommend the Britannia Pub. A great little village, too. Thanks again - we look forward to returning in the future.
Tony, Jane & Tilly, Didcot. (1/07 - 8/07/17)
What can we say that we havent said before. Our third visit to Applecroft, superb - Fab - absolutely wonderful. Thank you Roger & Menna Best wishes to you both. See you again.
Nigel, Gill & Cassie, Worcestershire. (24/06 - 01/07/17)
Once again many thanks for the use of your lovely cottage. We always enjoy our stay here.
Carol & John Broadbridge, Maidenhead. (17/06-24/06/17)
Wow! Impact on arrival is instant. As if the inside of the property were not good enough then you throw in the georgeous view outside. Its a lovely property surrounded by a beautiful landscape in a quaint village with easy access to the Gower. Fantastic! Highly recomment the Rake & Riddle pub in Gowerton, serves superb food.
Colin & Tina Thomas, Kent. (10/06/ - 17/06/17)
Roger a Menna, Diolch am y croeso. Applecroft ia a wonderful place, wonderful views and wonderful characteristics. We all very much enjoyed staying here.
Robert & Sheila Williams, Irfon, Iwan & Norma. Singapore. (27/05 - 10/06/17)
We have had a fantastic week which started pefectly with our arrival at your lovely cottage with various welcome goodies! The coast and scenery are spectacular. We will have to return as there are still many places to visit. We found the people here to be so friendly, especially at the beer tasting evening in the community shop. Thank you so much for your kind hospitality!
Richard & Anne Cooke and Rocky & Dougle, Norton Lindsey, Warwickshire.
(20/05 - 27/05/2017)
As ever just perect!!
Gareth , Kath & Billie, Surrey (13/05-20/05/17)
What a fabulous find! First time in Gower and it woun't be the last. Applecroft is just perfect, we love the views, the walks and wildlife. Thank you so much for the welcome pack, delicious bara brith.
Jane Sherwin (Devon) Melanie Smith (Surrey) & Purdey (29/04-06/05/17)
Perfect. Just perfect! Another excellent week spent in the beautiful Gower, at the finest 'base' in the area. This place is good for the soul.
Del & Janet Robinson Middleton, Leics. &
First time here at the Gower! Stunning place, wonderful 'digs' We'll be back!
Gwen & Tony Martin-Beckett, Weedon, Northants. (22/04-29-04/17)
I wish I could live here! What a beautiful cottage ( I want to transport the view )
and what a lovely area Gower is. The welcome pack was lovely too! We feel so grateful for our week here and yes we loved the Britannia and the Cwm Ivy tea room too.
52 species of birdlife seen or heared in 6 days! not bad!
Lucy, Mike, Holly & Joel, Hove (15/04 - 22/04/17)
Arrived to a beautiful cottage, lovely welcome pack and great weather. The cottage is in a fantastic location with great access to beaches etc, The view from the lounge is wonderful. We ate in the |Britannia Inn and the Welcome to Town in Llanrhidain great food and very friendley. Enjoyed a peaceful weeks R&R. Definitely be back.
Sarah & Greg Jarvis, Berks (01/04 - 08/04/17)
Another fabalous week in Applecroft. The silence of exhausted dogs is golden.
Thank you Roger and Menna for letting us stay again.
Anne & the dogs (25/03 - 01/04/17)
This is our second visit to Applecroft - an exeptional place. The views and walks are amazing. The comfort and hospitality of Applecroft is first class. Thank you Menna and Roger for our welcoming provisions on arrival - our stay has been wonderful.
Chris and Dorry Smith, Farham, Surry (18/03 - 25/03/2017)
Wow! This has ben such a fantastic stay. Arrived in need of R & R and the cottage has provided in abundance with such a magnificent location and comfortable facilaties. The Christmas decorations made the place so welcoming and of course the views are just stunning. Thank you so much for giving us an end of 2016 to remember. (and the Bara Brith was excellent ! )
Luise & John Worsester (27/12 - 30/12/16)
I could just sit and look at the view from Applecroft all day. Just wonderful. The house was so warm and welcoming. The bara brith and a cup of tea when we arrived was just perfect. Also an enormous thank you for making the house so festive. Nadolig Llawen.
Sian Willing, Taunton (09/12 - 16/12/16)
Beautiful setting, lovely & clean, thank you. The bara brith was delicious. Many thanks for having us - we plan to be back.
Caroline & Ally (17/11 - 20/11/16)
Just a short stay this time. Everything wonderful as ever. Fireworks across the water were a great show.
Kath Gareth & Billie (5/11-8/11/16)
This is our second stay at 'Applecroft' and not disappointe, beautiful cottege, everything you need for a relaxing stay, including the weather, even our 10 month old springer spaniel had a great time especially her first visit to the beach and sea. Many thanks Roger and Menna. Hope to see you again.
Nigel, Gill & 'Cassie' Worcester (29/10 - 5/11/16)
Our second visit to the fabulous "Applecroft" everything perfect, even the weather! Already looking forward to next year. Thank you Roger And Menna.
Wendy & Jennifer West, West Midlands (22/10 - 29/10/16)
Amazing break here at Applecroft. Beautiful, comfy house - so lovely to come back to after the wonderful beach walks that Dexter so enjoed. Such a wonderful area is the Gower - we'd definitely return! Many thanks - especially for your fabulous Bara Brith, Menna!
Gill, Don & Dexter, Radlet, Hearts (9/10 - 13/10/16)
We have had altogether a super week here at Applecroft. Lovelly weather, super walking, good pubs and a lovelly comfy cottage to come home to!
Thank you for everything.
Anthony, Jackie & Bobbin. Bexhill-on-Sea (01/10 - 08/10/16)
Lovelly Cottage, great views. Enjoyed the walking. Thanks for the welcome pack.
Phillips family, Falmouth, Cornwall. (24/09 - 01/10/16)
What else could we say - Brilliant again - Thank you Menna and Roger
Christa & Karl, Stephan & Joy. Koln, Germany. (17 -24/09/16)
After walking so many miles across the Gower over the years. Applecroft is the perfect place to just sit back, relax and enjoy the view. Once again thank you for everything.
Carol & John Broadbridge, Maidenhead. (10 - 17/09/16)
This is our perfect holiday home. Roger & Menna have done an amazing job with this cottage. It is immaculate, and everything still looks brand new. The view is to die for, and there are so many walks from the door, we've only taken the car out once this week. Brilliant!!
So many lovely touches, we stay in at least 2 holiday cottages a year, and I've never seen such attention to detail.
This is a genuinely welcoming community and we would love to be lucky enough to return. Thank you so much.
Michaela, Mike Izzie & Bella the mini schnauzers. (21/05/16 - 28/05/16)
By the time you read this you will already know you've made a great choice. Another wonderful week here. Lovely cottage, idyllic view and miles of unspoilt beaches. Britannia Inn, very good food. You pay for what you get. Greyhound excellent value for money and great if you have a healthy appetite. Walk up and over the hill to Llangennith for a lovely walk and a great breakfast at the Kings Head.
Gareth, Kath & Billie the labradoodle. (14/05/16 - 21/05/16)
Delightful Cottage in every way. What a view! We have been out and about most days - but also enjoyed being at "Applecroft" for a couple of quiet days. We have been so relaxed and comfortable here, enjoying the beaches, Mumbles and surrounding areas. We certainly hope to return and have told friends and family about "Applecroft"cOur son and daughter visited us, the icing on the cake. Thank you Roger & Menna for the welcome pack and Bara Brith!
Alwyn and Margaret Thorpe, Florida, USA (05/05/16 - 14/05/16)
Immaculate Cottage. Excellent welcome pack. Weather here on Sunday dire but glorious the rest of the week. Beautiful views. Thank you.
The Burdens & Rolfe, Woking, (30/04/16 - 05/05/16)
Wonderful warm comfy luxury - and stunning views - proper 'SKY TV' !
Great sofas and perfectly comfy beds. Thank you!
Cathy Turbinskyj & Fran Humphries with Buster. Wilts. (23/04/16 - 30/4/16)
What a find " Applecroft" has been! Menna and Roger have provided everything for a comfortable and warm welcome here in this beautiful part of the UK. Lovelly little personal touches with generous welcome pack. A fabulous view you could never tire of, great walks and beautiful beaches. A perfect stay to recharge your batteries. We can recommend the Britannia Inn down the road - excellent food and local beer.
Thank you for everything... our first visit to the Gower and won't be our last.. would love to come back.
Jan and Del Robinson and Barney, Market Harborough . (16/04/16 - 23/048/16)
Thanks for a nice week. Very comfortable cottage and great views.
Sally & Michael Lacey, Oxfordshire. (02/04/16 - 09/04/16)
Beautiful spot to see in the New Year! Wonderful cottage, thank you for all the little touches.
Paul & Mandy, Gloucestershire (28/12/15 - 01/01/16)
A lovely few days and a perfect pre - christmas break. One of the cleanest and best equipped cottages we've stayed in. Thank you.
Sarah and Martin (04/12/15 - 07/12/15)
Absolutely gorgeous!! Cottage is fantastic - views stunning - all the home from home comforts - 10/10 - couldn't ask for more.
Wendy & Jez, Birmingham (14/11/15 - 18/11/15)
Just to say thank you for our stay over the weekend. A total retreat and wonderful.
Thanks again for the lovely touches that make us feel so welcome.
Isobel & Colin Everett, Ruabon, Wrexham (06/11/15 - 09/11/15)
What a cottage! What a village! What hosts! thank you Roger & Menna we've had a brilliant week.
Maggie & Jerry, Suffolk. (3/10/15 - 10/10/15)
A little mixed weather but a couple of lovely days for Broughton Bay and the area.
Then some trips to Swansea to go to the LC made for another lovely holiday.
(I will miss applecroft. I like the beach and the bedroom. Peter aged 7)
Molloy Family. (08/08/15 - 15/08/15)
We have been unlucky with the weather this year, but, despite that, have had another good holiday. We simply love Applecroft and Llanmadoc.
Ian, Chrissie and Rosie (the dog) Calpe, Spain. (10/07/15 - 7/08/15)
Another enjoyable holiday in Llanmadoc "Applecroft" as comfortable as ever.
Thank you Roger & Menna! Hope weather is good for the 'Open Garden's on Sunday.
Ann, Trevor & 'Jackson' (27/06/15 - 04/07/15)
Lovely week here in Llanmadoc. Weather good. Beautiful cottage very enjoyable holiday.
Barbara, Gary Alan, and Maisie the dog. (13/06/15 - 20/06/15)
A fantastic week in your lovely cottage. You have thought of everything Roger & Menna. We have been blessed with fantastic weather. Not our first visit to Llanmadoc and definitely not the last. Guests should know about the amazing food at the Britannia and great walks along the cliff to Rhossili without having to get into the car. Thank You.
Lynne, Trevor & Archie, Carrie & Pete (06/06/15 - 13/06/15)
Thank you for a lovely stay. Felt like home from home. Our first visit to the Gower and it wouldn't be our last. The views from the Cottage were amazing. Definitely recommend it.
Karen, Jan, Debbie & Dai. (23/05/15 - 30/05/15)
A lovely week & a lovely, perfect holiday home. Thank you for the goodies.
We will miss the stunning views.
Jan & Graham, Brad & Koli, Symonds Yat (19/05/15 - 23/05/15)
Much appreciation for all the thoughtfulness and hard work undertaken to prepare another most memorable week. Thank you.
John & Carol, Winsor, (09/05/15 - 16/05/15)
The perfect holiday home and hosts. Simply nothing more to say.
Thank you, we will be back.
Kath , Gareth & Billie. Surry (02/05/15 - 09/05/15)
Thank you for a brilliant week. Menna & Roger you're welcome was first class, Applecroft spotless and perfection for everything.
p.s your hard work in keeping house and garden is obvious!!
Kim, Steven & Millie, Wiltshire (11/04/15 - 18/04/15)
Thank you for a very special Easter break, the welcome pack including Easter eggs was a lovely touch and much appreciated. The view from Applecroft is spectacular.
Liz & Dave, Brook & Tyler, Bath (02/04/15 06/04/15)
Our first visit to this part of Wales and it wouldnt be our last. Applecroft is a stunning cottage made even more special by such friendly hosts (Menna & Roger). All the little extras were greatly appreciated!! If walking and relaxation are what youve been looking for then you have found it here. The beaches are magnificent and the views spectacular. We will definitely be returning in the future!!
Scott & Sarah, Birmingham, (30/03/15 02/04/15)
Applecroft is a delightful holiday home, and so very well appointed. I was looking for a light and airy ( rather than the more traditional ) property and I certainly got that. My sister and our dogs had a great time and given the superb weather we couldnt have asked for more.
Fran & Icy, Cathy & Buster, Wiltshire (14/03/15 - 21/03/15)
Fantastic place, comfy, clean and welcoming. Welcome pack was a lovely touch. Views from the house were stunning. Local walks terrific & a very friendly village. Pub food great.
Helen, Shaun, Allie, Bobbie & Patch, Weston -Super -Mare (14/02/15 - 21/02/15)
This is a gem of a place & have had 4 days of glorious sunshine. The cottage is wonderfully comfortable and relaxing. The dogs have had a good time too!
Penny, Davis & Ed & the dogs, Pontypridd (06/02/15 - 10/02/15)
A Heaven!!!
Bill & Ruth James, Newport, Gwent. (22/01/15 - 25/01/15)
Our first Christmas away from home for years, decades even, so it was a bit of a gamble! Delighted to discover that we were Applecroft's first Christmas guests, and overwhelmed by the special welcome - not just the bara brith etc. etc. etc.but the Christmas tree, the Christmas decorations, the candles, even the Christmas loo rolls! We've been made so welcome by Roger and Menna and have thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Lots of walking (and mud!) and the Britannia down the hill and the King's Head in Llangennith are exactly what pubs should be.
Chris & Jo Horrocks, London & Ro Horrocks, Brighton. (20/12/14 - 29/12/14)
Our 1st visit to 'Applecroft' and hopefully not the last! Lovely comfortable, well equipped cottage, the views were amazing with the changing seascape. We had some lovely walks along the beach, everything about this weeks break was top class.
Nigel & Gill, Worcestershire.(15/11/14 - 22/11/14)
Great cottage, well equipped, great location with amazing views. Lovely touch with the welcome pack. Local shop with the essentials you may need with good cakes. Would love to come back in the summer to enjoy the garden and sunsets.
John, Iwona, Wiesia & George, Bucks. (8/11/14 - 15/11/14)
Our second visit to Applecroft. Lovely comfortable cottage with everything you could wish for - lovely welcome pack, superbly appointed, stunning views & such a variety of walks from the doorstep. We only used the car once to go over to Rhossili. We will be back again next year.
Angela and Tim Hodges, Wolverhampton. (1/11/14 - 8/11/14)
Top class cottage, with 5* quality. We particularly liked getting up in the morning and watching the changing seascape. Had several meals at the Britannia and enjoyed every one of them. A week of expansive beach walks, easy on the legs and the eye.
Judith & Charles Aldridge, West Mids. (25/10/14 - 1/11/14)
Our second visit to Applecroft and it is just a lovely as we remembered. The cottage is lovely and the view simply breath-taking! The welcome pack was lovely, and much appreciated after a long day visiting the various gorgeous beachesnear by. Another fantastic meal at the Britannia Inn too. Thank you.
Sam and Kevin, Oxfordshire (20/09/14 - 27/09/14)
Thank you for a wonderful holiday. The Welcome Pack was fantastic - the Rioja went down a treat as did the very tasty Bara Brith, and all in a lovely souvenir bag too! The cottage was very comfortable and extremely well equipped - and of course
the views are to die for! We loved the village and everyone was so friendly. We particularly liked the village shop and tea room, visiting it over a dozen times in our short stay!
June and Roger Butcher, Hemel Hemsted (13/09/14 - 20/09/14)
We have driven a very long way from our house in Spain for this holiday, and it has been worth every hour behind the wheel. I would hate to guess how many times we have simply had to stop and say 'Isn't this beautiful' over the last few weeks. This applies, not only to the amazing ambience of the local countryside, but also to the views from inside Applecroft. Without doubt, my much travelled wife & I, together with our little dog, have just experienced our best holiday over - here, in Llanmadoc, and, in particular, in Applecroft.
Thank you Menna & Roger for enabling us to do so.
Ian & Chrissie Thomas & Rosie Denia, Spain (16/08/14 - 14/09/14)
Molloy family, Reading. (9/08/14 - 16/08/14)
We had an amazing week in this fantastic cottage. Nice walks and swimming in the sea, it was a wonderful relaxing week. Walk from Rhossili to Worms Head is a must seen big barrel jellyfish, seals and a lot of birds, great. We hope to come back. The welcome pack was lovely. Thanks for everything.
Family Kalse, Netherlands (19/07/14 - 26/07/14)
Our second visit to Applecroft, just as wonderful - the views& sunset are to die for!
Jackson has loved his walks to the beach & play in the sea. Enjoyed the food again at the Britannia, and the experience of visiting the " open gardens" this year.
" Thank you Roger & Menna - a lovely relaxing week. Looking forward to next year.
Ann, Trevor & " Jackson " West Midlands.
Note: The Llanmadoc and Cheriton Open Gardens Day is held every year on the first Sunday in July. The village attracts over 600 visitors for this great day out.(Roger)
Have enjoyed our 2nd visit to Applecroft, and it wouldn't be our last! Can't fault the cottage, the area and Roger & Menna are so friendly and helpful. Have enjoyed good food at the Britannia, fab cakes from the shop and excellent fish and chips from Penclawdd. Cant wait for next time!
Judith & Keith Beards, Birmingham (28/6/14 - 5/07/14)
This was our first visit to the Gower. What a fantastic place, beautiful. The cottage was fantastic, thank you Roger & Menna, and for the welcome pack, fabulous views from the lounge, beautiful garden to sit in. Thank you for having us.
Mary & Trevor Fulford, Dursley, Glos. (31/05/14 - 07/06/14)
Fantastic, thank you Roger & Menna we have had such a brilliant time here.
The cottage is amazing, the views stunning, everything has been great. The Bara Brith was superb, so many lovely touches and such a warm welcome.
We have walked for miles and loved it. Thank you both so much.
Mandy & Peter Sadler, Lulu, Tilly & Coco. Oxfordshire. (24/05/14 - 31/05/14)
Such a relaxing atmosphere and everything has been thought of, real home from home. Thank you for being dog friendly. They have really enjoyed themselves, as have we! Thank you.
Mez, Gaynor, Buddy & Rufus. Kent. (17/05/14 - 24/05/14)
Thank you Roger and Menna for a wonderful welcome pack and for providing such a lovely comfortable haven in one of our favourite areas.
Carol & Richard Broadbridge, Maidenhead. (10/05/14 - 17/05/14)
Another wonderful stay in Llanmadoc and loved Applecroft. To save superlatives
I concur 100% with - Janice & Martin C -
Anne & Minty & Buzzy, Hampshire (27/04/14 - 02/05/14 )
Thank you so much for providing such a beautiful home for us to relax and enjoy this week. We've felt very at home and loved the beautiful view. As usual the week went all too fast, but we've enjoyed some lovely coastal walks and just being together as a family. Thank you once again.
Rob, Janet, Sarah & Michael Cummins. Truro, Cornwall (19/04/14 - 26/04/14)
Accommodation-10/10 Views-10/10 Beds-10/10 Facilities-10/10 The Area-10/10
The People-10/10 The Weather-10/10 Friendliness/Privacy-10/10
Can we come again please?
Jan & Martin C. Val & Roger M. West Mids. (12/04/14 - 19/04/14)
Thank you for a lovely week in your very comfortable cottage. We both wish that we could take the glorious view from the sitting room home to our own homes. The welcome pack pack was much appreciated. We shall miss the friendly atmosphere and cakes from the community shop. Both our dogs go home at least an inch shorter and we at least an inch wider at the waistline!! We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay, thank you.
Corrin &Barbara, Daisy & Fliss Midlands (5/04/14 - 12/4/14)
We have had a wonderful time here in this delightful cottage. What a fabulous location!! Thank you so much for the welcome pack. The Bara Brith was fantastic. Good job we have walked every day as that burned off a few calories. This was our first stay here bit wouldn't be the last.
Maggie, Ann & Tyson. (29/03/14 - 5/04/14)
Wonderful stay. immaculate cottage, very comfy, views stunning.
We ate at The Britannia Inn and The Greyhound - fantastic Sunday lunch. Cakes from the local shop great. Pepper our dog enjoyed walks to the beach and up the hill. Thank you for the Bara Brith - all eaten! and a lovely holiday.
Mary, Andrew and Emily Grand. (1/03/14 - 5/03/14)
We have had a fantastic week in your lovely cottage. The weather has been great. We have walked for miles. Such a fabulous part of the country, we cant wait to come back. Thank you for the welcome pack it was really appreciated.Sam, Penny, Georgia & Robbie and Missie. Redditch. (15/2/14 - 21/2/14)
Had a lovely relaxing week in this fantastic home from home feel cottage. Despite the worst weather for decades we still managed to explore the wonderful Gower and its fantastic beaches. Thank you for the welcome pack and your warm friendly approach.
Rod, Paula, and Jake Jessie & Juke (dogs) Swadlincdote, Derbs.
(8/2/14 - 15/2/ 2014)
Had a lovely three days reacquainting ourselves with LLanmadoc. A few changes but much the same as we remember it from 35 years ago. Sand dunes and bach provide great walks with lots of interest. The holiday cottage is perfect, well equipped, comfortable and warm. Very much enjoyed the Welsh `goodies'. How did we manage to get two sunny day, calm days sandwiched between windy, wet days?Brilliant.
Tim, Natalie and Jonie, Briton @ Jean and Malcolm, Wiltshire (Jan 2014)
Great holiday with everything provided that you may need. Fantastic views which require binoculars on occasions! The local walk down to the beach is lovely and will get your heart pumping on the way back! Lovely touch to decorate the cottage ready for Christmas and the welcome treats were very much appreciated.
Fabulous place to stay, we cant fault it.
Wenda, Sue & Tia Gloucestershire. (28/11/13 - 1/12/13)
What a wonderful cottage, amazing views could have spent all day watching. wonderful walks, especially Oxwich if you want to wear the dog out. Will be back soon.
Dawn and Peter Woodhouse,& Harry, Hampshire. (16/11/13 - 23/11/13)
This is our second visit to LLanmadoc this year- but the first in this wonderful cottage. Applecroft has everything - stunning views, clean & comfortable accommodation the best equipped cottage we have stayed in - FANTASTIC! Thank you Menna for the superb welcome pack. The weather has been mild for November and we have had wonderful walks and have managed to avoid getting wet. The new village shop is a great and very friendly place to go for coffee and a cake, (especially the brownies!) We will be back next year.
Tim and Angela Hodges & Stanley Wolverhampton (2/11/2013 - 9/11/2013)
Thanks so much Roger &Menna for a very warm welcome to Applecroft. We have enjoyed lovely long windy walks this week and have survived the great storm! A most beautiful cottage for rest and relaxation.
Sheila & Fern, Mal and Huw Jeffreys Llandrindod Wells. (26/10/13 - 2/11/2013
Could be summed up in one word SUPERB. Accommodation spotlessly clean, tastefully decorated with quality furniture and fittings. Everything you could want is supplied - including poo bags for the dog!! Fantastic location for some of the best beaches in th UK and also the lovely walks. Even the weather was good to us. Welcome pack much appreciated. Thank you Roger & Menna it couldn't have been better.
Keith & Sally Marshall, Redditch, Worcs. (21/10/13 - 25/10/13)
Cottage was everything we hoped for & more. Beautifully equipped. The area is lovely & views fantastic . Thank you for all the unexpected extras.
Diane Heatley & Kiera Worcester (15/10/13 - 19/10/13)
A lovely cottage, lovely village & mostly lovely weather - thank you for a lovely welcome!!
Jo Potter & "Riley" Worcestershire (15/10/13 - 19/10/13
Very comfortable cottage and what wonderful views. We loved the village and area, especially the community shop. We hope to return.
Guy & Jane McKenzie., Gloucestershire. (05/10/13 - 12/10/13)
Great welcome, immaculate well equipped cottage. Fantastic views.
Veronica Smith & Sue Evans (30/09/13 - 05/10/13)
Such a fabulous stunning vista enjoyed from the lovely garden of a gorgeous cottage of quality. Perfectly situated for beaches, walks and `coffee shop'.We have had a wonderful holiday here, so relaxing. Thank you Menna & Roger you have thought of everything.
Sheila & Keith Dobson & Billy, Buckingham (31 st August - 6 th September)
Great holiday cottage with fabulous views. We did some great walks particularly
Worms Head , during which we saw a dolphin and its baby. The walk over Llanmadoc hill to Burry Holm via Blue Pool is well worth doing. We loved Three Cliffs beach and highly recommend the Coal House Restaurant on Oxwich Beach really great and lamb.
Harri , Tracy, Aneira and Bethan ap Rhys. Haslmere, Surrey (24 th - 31 st August 2013)
We have stayed in many holiday cottages, but this one is without a doubt the nicest one. Thoughtfully decorated and equipped with all sorts of extras, including delicious goodies as a welcome. The view of the estuary and the twinkling lights in the evening - Lovely! We've mostly had wonderful weather and have had some great walks and explored all the bays large and small.
Menna and Roger, you have both been so genuinely welcoming and I loved seeing your wonderful garden!
Thank you for a lovely week!
Riette, Paul @Calum. Newcastle Upon Tyne (17th August - 24th August 2013)
Menna and Roger, thank you very much for allowing us to stay in a 'home from home'. Applecroft with its location and all the little comforts is fabulous Thank you Roger for the best tasting tomatoes ever. Menna a gorgeous Bara Brith. We can't wait to return to Applecroft @ Llanmadoc, hopefully to become residents ourselves.
Jane, Peter @Pip (10th August - 17th August 2013)
It could not have been better. We felt very welcome and comfortable. Thanks to the house and view, the community shop and Roger and Menna. The weather was very good and the best is you dont need a car to explore the really great things around. (Beaches, walks, and hills) We will come back.
Nicole, Marcus, Jana and Rubens. Essen, Germany. (27th July 10th August 2013)
Agree with all the previous comments. Applecroft is beautifully presented with fab views and ideal for walks etc. Thank you for the welcome pack. We hope to return so that Jackson can once again frolic in the sea!! he has had the time of this life, plus the weather has made it a perfect week of relaxation.
Many thanks Roger and Menna.
Ann, Trevor and Jackson. West Midlands. (13th 20th July 2013)
Can only confirm what has been written before. Very nice cottage, cute village and a great landscape. And more, 1 weeks sunshine! Many thanks to Roger and Menna.
Helga and Stephan Hofmann, Darmstadt, Germany. (6th 13th July 2013)
An amazing house in a stunning location, in a really beautiful part of Wales. Some of the best beaches we have been to. Oxwich, Three Cliffs, Rhossili and Llangennith all a must. Fantastic hosts with some very welcome extras.
Keith and Judith Beards. Birmingham. (29th June 9th July 2013)
Excellent position and Beautifully presented, Applecroft has been an ideal place to relax and appreciate the lovely countryside. Thank You.
Sheila, Sue and Fern. Llandrindod Wells. (22nd 29th June 2013)
Ticked all the boxes. Perfectly situated for walking and enjoying the beaches. Comfortable cottage of quality. We hope to be back soon.
Nigel and Max Davies, Pembrokeshire. (9th - 15th June 2013)


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I've been hearing a lot of great things being said about the presentation given at the Humanum Conference by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, the former Chief Rabbi of the UK and the Commonwealth, so I decided to start by watching his speech. I was very impressed by what he added to the conversation. One of the things I admire most about the Jewish faith is how poetic a lot of their theology is. Rather than speak about all the problems that the modern definition of marriage has (high divorce rates, abortion and contraception, ignoring gender, etc.), he discusses why marriage as it has been understood throughout history is so beautiful and necessary.
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i just thought i would share this with everyone. it makes me crack up everytime i watch it. it reminds me of my xo when he gets everyone playing on the lan on the ship
oh yeah, key west is not good for crossfit, there are just way too many bars.
leroy jenkins!!
165/175/185/195x2/195x2/190f. I thought I had that second set of 195 but lost it in an elegant backwards ditch. Next time.
Did yesterdays workout in my garage with Anna!
no dumbbells to do situps with so I had to do crunches (legs off the ground, bring the knees and shoulders together to crunch above the waist). Everything else as rx'd.
Anna did her first crossfit workout tonight and did it in 19:44 with the same crunches as myself and 100 single jumpropes. Great job on her part!
225 x8
135 x 20
15@BW will have to wait...
Ended out at 95# 10pounds less than my last set of 5 :( wow! I am mentaly scared by droping that weight on my head!
Pat: ended at 210. Failed at 215 on the jerk.
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I'm just trying to sort out the continuity here, mate:
There's heaven and there's hell
and (wait for it…) purgatory
and then, somewhere betwixt it all,
whatever this mess is.
Ay, Francisco–
Put down that communion wine
for a second
and pay attention, will you?
Yeah, your hat is on straight
don't fret
but wouldn't it be funny
if it was on gay instead?
Oh, aren't I just abominable?
Tough crowd.
Wait for it…
You're a sharp one, Francisco.
I'll give you that.
For Christ's sake, you don't act a day over
(or maybe three days– would you prefer three?)
Ahem (Amen).
Let's get down to mass tacks here.
So hell is for sadists
who savor the sin
and heaven is for masochists
who grin and won't let them in
and purgatory is for squares
that life couldn't bear
and this?
What's this all about, Francisco?
This is God's cutting room floor,
your eminence,
where even the most holy
is just
Just because God don't carry a bow and arrows don't mean he ain't a trickster god, dig?
I mean, come on, what the fuck's so bad about shellfish, anyhow?
His son was a real prankster too,
a chip off the old beatific block.
He turned water to wine
(which was a hell of a party trick
I'll admit)
but those Galileans were all on the wagon
and old J.C. sent them on a real
with that one.
You're not laughing, Francisco.
What's the matter?
Light a candle and relax, bud–
We're gonna stay right here
until we sort this all out.
I have a confession to make:
Every time I visit the zoo
and see the penguins,
I think of nymphomaniacal nuns
twiddling their thumbs
and spoiling all the spoils of youth
on a godly groom's half-truth.
Married to God, huh?"
Until death do you part, huh?
"…Let's blow this pope-sicle stand!"
I bet Mother Teresa would have been wild in the–
All right, Francisco!
Now we're talkin'!
This conversation was beginning
to get a little
one-sided here.
Hey, put that candle down!
I was only kidding!
Count your rosary beads and take a deep breath.
Don't get all worked up.
(By the way, what kinda sweatband does that immaculate lid come equipped with? The same material as the Shroud of Turin?! Jesus Christ, that's unbelievable!)
Sorry for getting sidetracked.
To quote Alexander Pope,
"To err is humor, etc."
No, he didn't have a cool hat like yours
I don't think.
Anyways, the reason I'm here
at the Vatican
(your security measures need work, by the way)
is because I have some literature
I think you might be interested in.
What is it about, you say?
Well, it's about a boy
chosen from birth
to save humanity
from a pervasive evil
even though it may mean
sacrificing himself.
What's that, Francisco?
The Bible?
Hahaha no I'm not selling Bibles!
What do you think I am,
that I would be going door to door
trying to sell Bibles?!
It's called Harry Potter.
Have you heard of it?
Ay, Francisco!
You can't hide in that confessional all day!
I know you gotta come out of there
sooner or later
for midnight mass!
Fine mate, have it your way.
I've got all eternity…


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THE FOUNDER OF EASYJET, Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, is to set up a new airline called Fastjet (it must have taken him ages to think of the name).
He's even set up a website….With nothing on it except a promise of 'coming soon!' on a vivid background not dissimilar from easyJet's bright orange branding.
He's capitalising on the boom of budget airlines. But among the array of contenders, EasyJet is my choice out of the no-frills, nothing-but-a-basic-seat-in-the-sky-and-an-overpriced-under-filled-sandwich airlines. And I'd choose it over Ryan Air any day.
After six years working in the travel industry, may I take this opportunity to have a little rant about Ryan Air?
Well, If you were working in travel during demanding days such as the ash cloud when you needed the airlines to support you, you'll know what I mean.
If you were one of the unlucky passengers who unknowingly flew out to your holiday destination under their lightly gripped wing, you'll recall how they dropped you in it and be nodding your heads emphatically.
Ryan Care?
Whereas easyJet and most other airlines expressed care and concern about their travellers stuck in all corners of the globe, Ryan Air's attitude was more like, you chose to fly out there, now get yourself back.
Also, Ryan Air aren't demure about their ruthless desire to get hold of their customers with their money-grabbing hands and squeeze every penny out of them, whether it's a fine for not checking in online or having baggage that weighs a smidgen over the limit.
Thinking it can't get any worse?
Well, it sure can. This month, Ryan Air announced it would charge a fee if one of their flights is purchased with any other credit card apart from their own precious prepaid MasterCard.
You almost feel like playing pitiful background music on their infamous harp logo. Maybe that's why they have it?
So why do we fly with them?
They touch down in places other airlines can't reach, such as Dusseldorf Weeze airport in Germany and Nimes airport in France. They are able to offer lower fares to these cities as they are not the main airports for reaching these countries.
But the main reason is, they have boisterous bartering skills and power and demand low landing and handling fees, which mean cheap fares to lure in bargain hunters. And they even play airports off one another, threatening to withdraw their services from one airport in favour of another that gives them the prices they want. Yes, they're hateful to everyone, not just their customers.
Do they have unresolved issues of which we bear the brunt?
It'll be interesting to see what Fastjet have to offer, although there's some speculation that the Greek entrepreneur created the airline after disputes with the operators of easyJet.
Let's hope he doesn't take out his rage on his customers…


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WASHINGTON, D.C.: Flush with a sudden $200 billion windfall, the Clinton Administration and Republican Congressional leaders agreed on a plan to balance the budget by the year 2002. The deal includes a net $85 billion in tax cuts over five years and could result in the first U.S. balanced budget in three decades. Negotiations went into hyperdrive on news that an unexpectedly strong economy had produced an additional $200 billion in revenues. TIME's Jay Carney says that the added money should bring many Democrats on board because it will allow deficit reduction while maintaining a level of funding for domestic programs that most Democrats will find acceptable: "It looks like Clinton will get a lot more Democrats than he had thought. These new numbers suddenly brought quite a bit of extra money to close this deal, and because of this, they can do away with some of the cuts the House Democrats considered onerous." Although House Minority Leader Richard Gephardt has made noises opposing the deal, TIME's Karen Tumulty says he won't be able to hold up passage. "Clinton doesn't care about Gephardt's position and he doesn't have to. He's going to line up enough conservatives and moderate Democrats that he won't have to worry about the liberal griping."


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Make sure to enjoy all these new relationships you'll find yourself engaged in. Everyone you know will have something incredibly important to teach you, and opening yourself up to them will allow for some really powerful growth.
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My time at Woolman has been so incredibly helpful in maintaining peace, justice, and sustainability in my life. Woolman has provided me with useful tools for addressing conflict (internal and external), and understanding the difference between my own needs and stressors and other people's needs and stressors. That differentiation allows me to live more peacefully in many of my interpersonal relationships.


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Wednesday, April 17, 2013
In light of what happened in Boston on Monday, from now until May 15th I am going to be donating 100% of
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to the Greg Hill Foundation and to NAMI to help fund research and support for mental illness. I will also be donating
of my earnings from the Cherry Blossom Festival this weekend to the same causes.
For those who don't know me well, I was born and raised on the North Shore, about 30 minutes north of Boston. I have many years of happy memories going to Red Sox games, the Commons, Quincy Market, the Theater District, the Museum of Science, the Aquarium, Chinatown, getting my very first kiss on the T, and visiting Copley Square, of course. Seeing cruelty like this anywhere in the world is inexcusable but it's rocked me to my core to see it happening in my old home.
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My husband makes the best Reuben sandwiches. Seriously. I am something of a Reuben aficionado, so it's high praise from me. I adore a well-made Reuben, piled fairly high with corned beef and sauerkraut, melting with swiss cheese and tangy with thousand island dressing. The rye bread needs to be nice and crispy and not too greasy, otherwise the whole thing can become a soggy mess. My husband makes his thousand island dressing from scratch and he adds a little cumin. That might be the secret ingredient (now no longer a secret) that makes his Reuben as good as any I've had in a deli. We don't make them often but when we do, it's a treat.
The idea of making a calzone filled with Reuben ingredients occured to me quite a while ago. I had bought a bag of rye flour for some bread recipe and only had to use half a cup, and was wondering what to do with the rest of it. Well, yes, I could make some rye bread, of course, and I do intend to do that sometime soon. But an episode of The Phantom Gourmet, a local restaurant review show, featured a place that made monster-size calzones. Somehow, the two things came together in my head. I'd been sitting on the idea for almost a year when I finally mentioned it to my husband. He was gung ho and we began hashing out the details.
The original plan was to stick with corned beef, swiss cheese, sauerkraut and thousand island for the filling. But we both got a little nervous that the moisture content would be too high and would create a gooey, leaky mess that wouldn't hold together. So we opted for some ricotta and an egg to bind things a little better. I wanted the flavour of the thousand island inside the calzone, but my husband thought it would be better as a dipping sauce. We comprimised and put some inside as well as having it on the side for dipping. The crust obviously had to have some rye flour, and I would have liked to have sprinkled some caraway seeds on top for authenticity, but my local grocery doesn't carry them and we were too eager to give the recipe a go. I will hunt them up for next time!
The Results These were pretty good. I won't declare them an absolute success, because I think it may need some tweaking. The ricotta in the filling seemed to dilute the "Reuben-ness" of the other ingredients, and we think it would be better without. The flavour of the swiss cheese seemed to get a bit lost as well. Since the filling wasn't as messy as we had anticipated, we think that we could eliminate the ricotta and increase the swiss, and get a more authentic Reuben flavour. We also found that we made too much filling, so next time we will work at getting the right proportions.
The crust was very good, although a bit hard to work with. The rye flour seems to make it more fragile and more easily stretched than typical pizza/calzone dough. So word to the wise, it can rip easily when shaping it. Handle with care.
All in all, it was a tasty meal. It doesn't taste exactly like a Reuben sandwich, since it's not fried in butter or oil. It has it's own calzone thing going on. But we do plan on making it again, with some adjustments. I will get back to you on whether or not that improves the Reuben flavour!
Reuben Calzones, Take 1
3 cups all purpose flour
1-1 1/4 cups rye flour
1 envelope rapid rise yeast
1 1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 cups water, warmed to 110F
Combine all purpose flour, 1 cup rye flour, yeast and salt in a food processor fitted with a dough blade. Pulse to combine.
With the processor running, pour in the oil and then the water through the feed tube, until a rough ball forms. Turn processor off and let rest for 2 minutes, then process 30 seconds longer. If the dough is very sticky, add remaining rye flour, 1 tbsp at a time as needed.
Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and form into a ball. Place in a large, lightly greased bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap. Let rise until about doubled in size, 60 to 90 minutes.
3 – 3 1/2 lb cooked corned beef brisket
14.5 oz can of sauerkraut
8 oz skim ricotta cheese
6 oz shredded swiss cheese
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sweet pickle relish
2 tbsp ketchup
1/2 tsp cumin
1 large egg, separated
dash of hot sauce
Trim fat from brisket and cut into 1/2 inch cubes.
Strain sauerkraut, pushing on it to drain as much moisture as possible.
In a medium bowl, combine corned beef, sauerkraut, ricotta, swiss cheese, mayo, relish, ketchup, cumin, egg yolk and hot sauce. Mix well.
Preheat oven to 450F and adjust oven racks to upper-middle and lower-middle positions, and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Turn out dough onto lightly floured surface and divide into two equal pieces. Roll each piece out into a 12 inch circle and transfer to baking sheets.
Mound about 2 cups of filling onto one half of dough round, leaving a 1 inch border around the edge. Beat the remaining egg white and brush some around border. Gently fold the other half of dough round over the filling. Press and crimp edges to seal. Be sure to seal them well to avoid leakage!
Repeat with remaining dough and 2 more cups of filling.
Cut 5 slits in the top of each calzone with a knife to allow steam to escape. Brush the top of each calzone with remaining egg white. Bake calzones for 20 minutes, switching baking sheet positions halfway through. Transfer to wire racks and let cool for 5-10 minutes.
Tim's Thousand Island Dressing
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 1/2 tbsp sweet pickle relish
1 tbsp ketchup
1/4 tsp cumin
Mix all ingredients together. Serve as dipping sauce for calzones.


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Unsolved murder haunts family 5 years later
Roderick Batts, 33, shot twice outside Waffle House
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The family of a man gunned down outside a Waffle House is pleading for someone with information to come forward.
Five years have come and gone and the family of Roderick Batts haven't moved any closer to the truth.
Batts' parents spoke publicly for the first time Saturday, the five year anniversary of his death. The 33-year-old was shot twice back in May 2009 when he stepped outside the Jacksonville Beach restaurant to take a phone call. Batts later died at a hospital.
His family said they want justice for their son and closure for his four children.
"Just turn yourself in. You've caused enough hurt," said Roderick's father, Milton Batts.
A public plea was made from the hearts of tormented parents who don't want their son's unsolved murder case to go cold.
"Our main objective is to keep this incident in the forefront and to keep it moving until such time as there is a suspect or person that is responsible that will be found or come forward," Batts said.
Roderick's mother Melva said his death has left a hole in the hearts of his four children.
"It's just taken a person who was really sort of the person who kept things going and got things started at family gatherings and things like that," Melva Batts said.
Milton and Melva Batts spoke with Channel 4 on their drive home to North Carolina. They said detectives have followed several leads in the case over the years but nothing has panned out.
With a reward being offered in the case, the Batts said they know someone out there knows something that can help bring them closure and justice.
"He was a father, a brother, an uncle and a son. We are real people and he was a real person and we want folks to know that and to identify with that."
The family has raised nearly $4,000 for a reward.
Crime Stoppers is also offering a $5,000 reward for any information on this case.
Anyone with any information on the murder is asked to call 866-845-TIPS.
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