Pendine, Marros, SA33

Croft Cottage, Marros

A Cottage Shaped by Generations, Surrounded by Countryside

Some homes are simply owned; others are woven into the story of a family. Croft Cottage belongs firmly to the latter.

Held within the same family for at least 57 years and quite possibly considerably longer, the cottage has passed through several generations, each one caring for, improving and adding to the property while preserving the character that makes it so special.

The owners’ grandparents made Croft Cottage their home for many years, tending both the house and its gardens before the property passed to their daughter in the early 1990s. She subsequently undertook an extensive programme of renovation, effectively rebuilding and modernising much of the cottage while retaining its original warmth and individuality.

Today, Croft Cottage offers an appealing combination of traditional character, flexible accommodation, mature gardens and an exceptional rural outlook in the Carmarthenshire village of Marros, close to the Pembrokeshire border.

A Home Connected to Its Surroundings

One of the most memorable aspects of Croft Cottage is its outlook.

The property overlooks the neighbouring horse fields belonging to the local riding centre, creating a wonderfully peaceful and ever changing view. Horses grazing beyond the garden form part of the everyday landscape, lending the setting a particularly idyllic rural character.

It is this connection between the house, its gardens and the countryside beyond that makes Croft Cottage feel so special. Although privately enclosed within its own established grounds, the cottage never feels isolated from its surroundings. Instead, it enjoys a sense of openness, with mature planting framing the views and the neighbouring paddocks extending the outlook beyond the property’s boundaries.

At the heart of the cottage is its welcoming living room, where a wood and coal burning stove creates a wonderfully cosy focal point. Installed in approximately 2014, it complements the existing oil fired central heating and is capable of providing warmth throughout much of the cottage during the colder months.

A large conservatory was added in 2016, transforming the way the home connects with its gardens. Extending over the former patio, this generous garden facing reception room draws in an abundance of natural light while enjoying views across the grounds, neighbouring horse fields and surrounding countryside.

It is a space designed for unhurried mornings, relaxed family gatherings and watching the garden change with the seasons. A room where the outside world feels present throughout the year.

The kitchen was replaced in 2017, while the downstairs bathroom was renovated with new fixtures and fittings in 2023. The downstairs parlour was also refurbished at this time and offers excellent flexibility. It works equally well as an additional reception room, a dedicated home office or, if required, a potential ground floor bedroom.

The cottage is also well suited to remote working. Fibre optic cable has recently been brought to the property ready for connection, while full O2 mobile coverage has previously proved sufficient for everyday use and working from home.

Upstairs, the landing and bedroom carpets were replaced in 2024, with fitted wardrobes added to the principal bedroom.

Gardens Grown Over Generations

The gardens at Croft Cottage are not the result of a recent landscaping project; they have been nurtured, developed and enjoyed over many decades.

The owners’ grandparents first maintained the grounds during their time here, followed by their daughter, who was a particularly enthusiastic gardener. That tradition has continued, with the gardens regularly cared for throughout the year, including weekly mowing during the main growing season.

Today, the mature planting, established boundaries and generous lawns create a wonderfully private and peaceful setting. The conservatory and adjoining patio allow the gardens to become a natural extension of the cottage, offering places to dine, entertain, garden or simply enjoy the tranquillity of this rural Carmarthenshire location.

When the conservatory was constructed, the oil tank was relocated and replaced with a new tank and compliant bund, while an additional outside patio area was also created.

The extent of the grounds could hold different possibilities for different purchasers. For some, they will remain beautiful, mature gardens to be enjoyed exactly as they are. Others may wish to explore whether certain areas of the land could offer longer term development potential or opportunities for holiday accommodation, subject entirely to obtaining the necessary planning permissions and professional advice.

Importantly, the property’s boundary extends through to the main country road, which may provide further possibilities when considering the future use or potential of the grounds. No assumption should be made that planning consent would be granted, but the size, positioning and road frontage of the land could make it worthy of further investigation by an incoming purchaser.

A Distinctive Village Setting

Immediately beside Croft Cottage stands the historic Church of St Lawrence and its ancient churchyard, lending the property a particularly memorable and atmospheric setting.

No longer used for regular worship, the church has stood at the heart of Marros for centuries and forms an enduring part of the village landscape. Its history is closely connected with the local community, with the church tower even believed to have been used as a small school many generations ago.

Marros is the last village in Carmarthenshire before the Pembrokeshire boundary, placing Croft Cottage within easy reach of the attractions and coastline of both counties. The current owners particularly enjoy exploring westwards from Marros, drawn by the beautiful coastal views, beaches and walking routes towards Amroth and beyond.

Marros Beach is approximately one mile away on foot, while Amroth Beach is around 2.7 miles from the property and offers convenient parking. Pendine Sands is also approximately 2.7 miles away.

The nearby Wales Coast Path provides miles of wonderful walking opportunities. During the summer months, the owners often walk towards Amroth or continue farther along the coast before catching the bus home.

Despite its peaceful rural setting, Croft Cottage benefits from a nearby bus stop with services towards Tenby. Services also travel to Pendine, where connections are available for onward journeys to Carmarthen.

Together, the historic church, neighbouring horse paddocks, mature gardens, nearby beaches and surrounding countryside create a setting that feels timeless, well connected and unmistakably rural.

Since 2023, Croft Cottage has been enjoyed as a much loved family holiday home while continuing to be carefully maintained, both inside and out.

For its current owners, Croft Cottage has always been far more than a second property. It is a family home filled with memories, a cottage and garden shaped by successive generations, overlooking a landscape that has become part of its identity.

Now, Croft Cottage is ready for someone new to appreciate its character, explore its possibilities and continue its story.

Living Room

3.66m x 3.2m

Kitchen

2.88m x 3.79m

Utility Room

0.77m x 0.77m

Bathroom

2.04m x 1.47m

Conservatory

3.97m x 3.77m

Bedroom 3 / Snug

3.89m x 2.8m

Bedroom 1

4.57m x 3.99m

Bedroom 2

4.32m x 2.79m