The Home From Home Holiday Blog

Here at Home From Home, we have a deep love and knowledge of Mumbles, Gower and Swansea Marina. We love sharing this information with you and what better way to do it in an interesting way than through our blog. Here you'll find advice, tips and suggestions on the best in this area of outstanding natural beauty.

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100 Years Flying High

Be a JCP Swansea Half Marathon Winner!

As an official sponsor of the JCP Swansea Half Marathon, we are proud to be involved in the 5th year of this fantastic race.

On Your Marks, Get Set, Go!

There are a number of fitness events taking place in Swansea over the year and depending on your fitness levels; you may want to do one, two or all three.

Weobley Castle near Llanrhidian has impressive views over the Estuary

Explore the Castles of Gower & Mumbles

It is a little-known fact, but Wales has more castles than any other country in Europe. The landscape is dotted with Iron Age hill forts, Roman ruins and castles from Medieval Welsh Princes and English Kings and Gower is no different.

Port Eynon - Something for everyone!

Named after the eleventh century Welsh Prince, Einon ap Owain, Port Eynon is the most southerly point of the Gower Peninsula. With its fish and chip shops, pub, coffee shop, restaurant, and of course the ever popular and attractive beach, Port Eynon can give you the perfect relaxed weekend break!

Enjoy Your Most Magical Christmas Ever on the Gower!

Imagine looking out of your window on Christmas morning and seeing tips of snow capping the most beautiful rolling landscape you’ve ever set eyes on.

No Party like a Gower Party!

There’s something extra special about New Year’s Eve; a global celebration that sees you and your loved ones welcoming the good times to come.

Go Romantic after Christmas – You Deserve It!

Plan to spend this Boxing Day taking a romantic winter break with your partner? If the idea of a busy, action packed Christmas leaves you feeling a little jaded, consider booking a romantic and cosy cottage break on the spectacular Gower peninsular.

Why visit Gower? "Why not?" is the question!

The Gower Peninsula in Wales is home to Britain's most breathtaking coastal scenery; and you if you haven’t been there yet, you’re seriously missing out on one of the best breaks you’ll ever experience!

Discounted Activities on the Gower with Home From Home

One Booking – A Lifetime of Savings!

Staying at one of our luxury holiday homes is guaranteed to give you a break you’ll remember forever. We know that from years of feedback from our happy guests. And that’s why we’re giving something back – some special little extras to enhance your stay with us even further.

Gower: The Only Place To Be For 'Year of the Sea 2018'

2018 is the Year of the Sea; an opportunity for Wales to celebrate its remarkable maritime environment and the event is promising unforgettable experiences all around its shores! Encountering the incredible Welsh coastline is something that everyone should do at least once in their lifetime; it really is that epic! Decorated with rugged cliffs, rolling landscape and fluffy, sandy bays, there is no where quite like Wales that provides such a breathtaking variety of harbours, inlets, coves, islands and literally hundreds of awe-inspiring beaches.