TESTIMONIALS Louise Rail and familyStayed at Ellie's Haven in August 2018
What a lovely week we have had at Ellie's Haven. Thank you so much to everyone involved in this wonderful charity. The boys had a lovely time. Curtis is always more relaxed when he is away from home and not surrounded by his usual 'stresses'. The garden is just stunning and it's so lovely to see the pictures of your two beautiful angels on the walls. What a wonderful legacy they have left. Xx
The Clemens FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in August 2018| |  | | THANK YOU!!!!! This has been one of the best times of are lives! Ellie's haven was incredible and I captured so many memories!! Suzanne absolutely loved every moment of it!! We've done lots of things we never thought we would of done like catching crabs and going on a boat!!! Xx This was a dream place!! Xx 😍 💕 😘 | |
Andrea Baker and family Stayed at Ellie's Haven in August 2018We had such an amazing time, thank you so much! It really was the break we needed to recharge. We would highly recommend Ellie's Haven and we would love to stay again.
Lindsey Shaw and familyStayed at Ellie's Haven in June 2018| |
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Having the facilities and having it charitable allowed us to have the most amazing holiday we have had and as a family. It made life so much more easier having everything available for Emily from the bed, p-pod to hoists and even your lists of best and easiest accessible places.
None of these words can really describe just how grateful and thankful we are  💞 thank you. Best and easiest place we have been with our girls together and having them included together too in almost everything
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The Murphy Family
Stayed at Ellie's Haven in August 2017
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relaxed on holiday that he's ever been - I think the bed, which is so
like his one at home, really helped. The sensory room is amazing - Hugh
loved watching the nature films on the big projector and using the iPad
to change the colours on the bubble tube.
There is so much to see
and do in Cornwall and we had lots of plans, but in the end we spent
most of or time at the beach in Looe and crab fishing along the river!
We've had a really lovely holiday and would love to come back again. Thank you so very much.
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The Clark Family Stayed at Ellie's Haven in August 2017Thank you so much for our wonderful stay. Being able to spend time in a safe, relaxing environment is truly wonderful. The children loved playing together in the garden. Harley enjoyed his time in the sensory room and both sets of grandparents that came to visit were blown away by how lovely it is here.We have had the best time. Thank you so much.Lisa, Cary, Harley and Hope xThe Mathias Family
Stayed at Ellie's Haven in August 2017| |  | | A home away from home, thank you so much Nigel and everyone who works so hard to make Ellie's Haven such a wonderful place. The space and facilities made our holiday so much easier, you had everything we needed for Sophie and the whole family had a great time!
from David, Kelly, Harry, Sophie, Alfie and George
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The Nicole Family
Stayed at Ellie's Haven in July 2017
Thank you so much for letting us stay at Ellie's Haven - we have had a fantastic week!You have certainly achieved your aim of creating a special place - the thought you have given to every detail is spot on! The specialist equipment made life so much easier for Izzy and us. We found your recommendations really helpful too - especially the sand chair at East Looe which Izzy loved!Thank you again!Jon, Emma, Izzy and Joyce x The Parkinson Family
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It really is a haven - beautiful house and location, all the
facilities we need, which is a lot!
Thank you so much for letting us stay.It means a lot to get a family holiday
as it’s very difficult with all our special requirements!
Alfie loved the sensory room and even smiled - made my
holiday!
It is an amazing place and thank you, Nigel, for making us
so at home and being helpful.
Thank you again. Alfie, Mark, Natalie and Flo xx
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The Reynolds FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in June 2017
A wonderful place and a wonderful stay.
Thank you so much for the chance to stay at Ellie's Haven
You have thought and provided so much so we as a family can simply concentrate on having a great holiday.
Simon, Debbie, Rhiannon, Rebecca
The Cuddihy FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in May 2017| |  | |
Thank you, thank you, thank you.It’s a home away from home, fantastic house, great location,
quiet, peaceful, safe and relaxing.
A great time was had by all the family.We will miss Cornwall.
Thank you so much x
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The Rishworth FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in May 2017| |   | | Thank you so much for providing
everything we needed at Ellie's Haven to make our holiday relaxing and
home away from home. The spacious accommodation allowed Jack to use his
walker both indoors and outdoors. He made great progress with
developing his leg muscles to bum shuffle around the living room. He
loved being in the sensory room and I enjoyed being able to share
special time with him. It was fantastic having the specialist equipment
for sleeping and bathing - it made changing/bathing him so much
easier. The whole experience was wonderful but it flew by too quickly.
Thank you for creating Ellie's Haven and for continuing to make it even
better than it already is. Mary, Garry, Connor & Jack. | |
The Clarke FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in May 2017| |  | | Thank you ellies haven for a magical weekend.
Beautiful
house. 1 of my many highlights of the weekend was being able to take
amber into the sensory room before bed. What a way to wind down!! Just
amazing.. Can't wait to come back
Love amber, jaden, liam & Sam ( the Clarke family) | |
The Brentall Family
Stayed at Ellie's Haven April-May 2017
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Words cannot express our gratitude - what you have achieved
here at Ellie’s Haven is amazing.
The accommodation and facilities far surpassed our
expectations - you have thought of everything.
What you have created is giving families the chance to be
together away from the chaos of everyday life.
You are truly wonderful people.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Chris, Hannah, Jacob, Samuel, Max, John, Bev and Paige
xxxxxx
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The Archibald Family
Stayed at Ellie's Haven in April 2017
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We have had such a lovely time here at Ellie’s Haven.We cannot thank you enough for giving
us the opportunity to stay here! Somewhere we feel relaxed and safe! Zachary loved having more space, freedom to access different
areas like the sensory room and the big beautiful garden! He really loved the huge bears around
the house and sensory room.Little
brother Seb loved every minute with lots of space to run around!
We have made some very happy memories here as a family and
can’t thank you enough.
Ellie’s Haven is just that, so perfect and well thought out,
every detail thought of.We hope
can come back.Thank you.Zachary and Seb xxx
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The Lobb FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in April 2017
| |  | | Thank you so much; we have really appreciated this
holiday.
This house gave our
children plenty of space to explore and lots to experience.We are amazed as to how much is
here.
Our children really enjoyed
the garden and the sensory studio, which was mind-blowing.
I trust that this place will bless many more families in the
future who have exceptional lives to lead.
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The Van Rooyen Family
Stayed at Ellie's Haven in February 2017
Amazing place! It was a real shame Senna decided to spend the week in Derriford. We will be back. Thank you for everything Nigel.
The Pascoe FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in February 2017| |  | |
We have had a fab week in Ellie’s Haven! It’s a beautiful holiday home.We have made many memories and have been made very welcome .
Bringing our family on holiday has become impossible over
time but with all the adaptations and safe bed this has been a true one-off
special time for us.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. xxx
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The Green FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in January 2017| |  | | Thank you for a wonderful week, a great respite, a chance to recharge our batteries. We would love to come back again.
Lynne, Paul and Daisy
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The Godfrey FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in December 2016
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Thank you very much, we loved our stay here at beautiful
Ellie’s Haven.
Peaceful and private location, well adapted and carefully
thought out.
Joe loved the sensory room and being able to access this
whenever was so special - I think he thought all his birthdays had come at
once!!
It is well equipped with nice little personal touches too
(lovely Xmas display and tree).
This is a great way to help families to spend some quality
time together.
Jane, Rich and Joel xxx
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The Harding Family
Stayed at Ellie's Haven in October 2016
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What a special little gem! Ellie’s Haven is just that, a beautiful, peaceful haven.
It’s been Reggie and mine’s first trip away together and we
couldn’t have felt more comfortable and safe!
Reggie thoroughly enjoyed having so much space to crawl
around and play, and the sensory room is amazing!!
You have created a very special place with a calm, relaxing
atmosphere.It has been just what
we have needed and we will be sad to leave. But we also look forward in excitement to come and visit
again soon.
Thank you so much for sharing your Haven with us! I'm sure
Ellie and Thomas are looking down with such pride.
All our love - Hannah and Reggie
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The Walker FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in October 2016| |  | |
Big thanks from the Walkers
Our first holiday since we had Alfie - it’s been so nice to
enjoy family time ….and no appointments!!
You have done something so amazing and it will bring lots of
fun to lots of children and families.
You have made a truly ‘special place for special children’
but I think it has come from an even more special family - thank you.
With love - Chris, Jane, Harry, Alfie and Sonny
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The Love FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in October 2016
Thank you Ellie’s Haven.We have had a brilliant week.Your house is stunning and you have everything to help
families like ours have a relaxing holiday.The location is perfect and we have loved all the places we
visited.
Would highly recommend The Plough in Duloe - lovely people
and great food!
Thanks again!
Nicky, David, Archie and Ella Love.
The Joseph FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in October 2016
Thank you so much!We have had a lovely holiday. House and garden are amazing, the girls loved the sensory room. It’s great to be able to relax and not
worry about having the equipment Casey needs. Looe is stunning, and we enjoyed visiting Porfell Animal
Park.We cannot wait to come
again!
Extra special thanks to
Nigel who made us feel very welcome and a big thank you to everyone involved
with this awesome charity.
Kind regards
Ellie, Marcus, Jaimie and Casey xxx
The Morris FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in September 2016| |  | |
Thank you Nigel and Julie. We have had a lovely time in the beautiful house you have
created.
This is what it’s all
about - spending quality family time together, away from the everyday worry and
stress, creating happy memories.
Thank you so much
Nicky, Jon, Rosie, Mikey and Penny xxx
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The Routley-Ariadhi FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in September 2016| |  |
Thank you Ellie’s
Haven for a lovely couple of days.The house is amazing and so spacious.It has
been a great place to come and get away from the normal everyday life at
home.
My girls (especially
Megan) loved the sensory room and also the garden and we will be back for sure
(if you will have us :-) ) if we can fit
it in as I know you are a busy place.
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The Morley FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in August 2016| |  | Back home after a fantastic family break away at Ellies Haven. Thanks so much to Nigel and everyone at the charity for our stay. Amber and Michael loved the space to play and especially the garden and of course the wonderful sensory room! We would definitely love to stay again.
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Ellis FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in July 2016
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Thank you so much to Nigel and Ellie's Haven for having us this week.
George loved the sensory room as you can see!
We've all had a fantastic time, the house is just amazing, thanks xx |  | |
The Lowe FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in July 2016
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We have had a fantastic holiday here.The facilities, equipment and accommodation
are 1st class and it was great to see Penelope settled and happy
away from home, which allowed us all to enjoy every minute.
Her sisters, Isabella and Lillian, love the garden and the
space to run and play while Penny got to use the sensory room and all the brilliant
equipment.
We can’t wait to come back again and are so thankful that we
got this opportunity to stay in this brilliant and unique house.
Thanks Nigel and Julie!
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The McCabe FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in July 2017
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There are no words to describe our amazing holiday. The house, “Ellie’s House” ,is a true
haven.Thank you so much. No stress, no troubles, beautiful
family time, first class equipment, amazing hosts.
A million thank yous.Can’t wait to come back….
Julie and Nigel, you are an inspiration to us all xxxx
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The Sweet FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in June-July 2016
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Wonderful holiday, house beautiful, felt like home.
Looe is a beautiful place - we explored
lots. Tilly loved the tea rooms
and we adults enjoyed the seafood.
Thank you to a wonderful charity for making us so welcome.
Thank you for all you do.
Love Louise, Barb and Tilly xxxx
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Freddie's FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in May 2016
Gwilliam FamilyStayed at Ellie's Haven in May 2016
| Thank you for an absolutely amazing holiday! I was overwhelmed at how
perfect the house was. It had everything we needed to care for Freddie
and his siblings loved the open space and garden.
It was so nice to be able to come on holiday without the worries of how we can manage without equipment.
Thank you for all you do.
Hayley, Evie, Freddie, Casper and Kristina
Hope to see you again x
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Liz Pike and familyStayed at Ellie's Haven in March 2016
Myself,
my husband and our three children recently stayed at Ellie's Haven with
my husband's family and their two children. All I can say is what an
amazing place! Such a beautiful space, it felt really peaceful. The
lounge is amazing and as we had five children in the party, there was a
fair amount of chaos going on but it never felt cramped. The children
said 'This is the best holiday house ever.' The outside area is really
well done and they had lots of fun out there. My daughter is Type 1
diabetic and as we don't tend to get much sleep - we really appreciated
the rest and the peaceful nights. The location is great, we popped down
to Looe but our favourite days out were to Polperro, an amazing fishing
harbour and Lansallos, a lovely track down to a cove. We really
recommend The Coddy Shack too for child friendly eating. Thanks so much
to Ellie's Haven, the week has been a real blessing to us.
Carolyn Schuoler and family
Stayed at Ellie's Haven in March 2016
I was so relaxed after our stay at Ellies
I couldn't actually put it into words or the experience would have been
lost (if that makes any sense at all?!!)
I took my children with
Autism to Ellies Haven last month and was amazed at how much work had
gone into the Haven it was cosy, fresh & disabled friendly, it far
exceeded my expectations.
I'm no expert on physical disabilities but
there seemed to be everything a physically disabled child would need
with plenty of space for wheelchairs to get around, hoists, adaptable
bed, bath etc... As far as children with Autism go it was safe - which
was my main concern - after a quick mental risk assessment (as we do!)
the door was locked & key hidden away from little fingers then we
were literally in our safe little haven.
The garden was fantastic for
the children to run around & explore, I would suggest taking a
scooter, ball etc as there's nothing available to play on (yet?!). The
house was so modern & the furniture top quality, the beds were so
comfortable I wanted to take them home with me, there were so many
gadgets in the well stocked kitchen I was in gadget heaven lol, first
time using a Tassimo machine, I felt like stone age woman finding fire
for the first time working out how to work it & whooping with joy.
There
are tonnes of books to read my Kindle wish list if now full of 'must
reads', huge TV again rather technical for me but my 7 year old sussed
it, we have a Netflix account so logged into that for child friendly
viewing.
I could have stayed for ever & never actually left the house, it was so relaxing - perfect break away.Thank you all xThe Chapman family
Stayed at Ellie's Haven in November 2015
Our
son Jack is diagnosed with autism, severe anxiety disorder and
considerable sensory needs. As a result of this Jack has never coped
with family holidays and we stopped putting him (and ourselves) through
the trauma. This has meant that his two sisters (one older and one
younger) have missed out on many family holidays we otherwise would have
taken. Add this to all the other compromises we've had to make as a
family with a disabled child and it’s not hard to imagine the negative
effect it was having on our family unit.
We felt very privileged to
be given the opportunity to be the first family to stay at Ellie's
Haven. Nigel, Julie and the Ellie's Haven team did a fantastic job
ensuring the haven was ready for Jack and the rest of our family they
really made it a home from home, from the towels and bedding to the
stocked fridge and cupboards, they really thought of everything a family
would need. The children from the local school had even created some
lovely cards and welcome messages for us.
Keeping any child safe
requires diligence, keeping an autistic child safe requires supersense!
Jack has run away a number of times and leant out of top floor windows
to touch electric wires so for us, a major feature of Ellie’s Haven is
how secure it is. Nigel made sure all windows were locked and that we
knew the location of the key (should we need it), he took the time to
show us all the doors and exits and was only a phone call away if we’d
have needed him (which we didn’t).
The outside space is lovely and
whilst it wasn’t exactly barbeque weather, all three children enjoyed
playing in the garden which is safe and secured by a fence all the way
around.
The sensory room is amazing! Jack loved it (as did his
sisters!!!) which meant that we as parents were able to relax and get
some much needed respite… once we’d played a 100 or so “Simon says”
games on the interactive floor!
The haven is warm, spacious, secure
and inviting and didn’t feel clinical at all with lots of homely
touches. It really was a wonderful short break for us. Jack coped (apart
from one little wobble before bed on the first night) and when it was
time to go home he wanted to know when we would be coming back. We all
hope we can.
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