 In the early 1960s Mr and Mrs De Zilwa's adult children, migrated with their families to Australia.By the mid 1970s Mr and Mrs De Zilwa decided to follow and in 1976, sold the hotel to Gerald 'Gem' Milhuisen, a hotel owner and agent for Vingressor Tours, a Swedish tour company.During 1977-1978, St Andrews was upgraded with ensuite bathroom being provided in the original guest wing.