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A rare opportunity to acquire a characterful smallholding of approximately 13 acres, arranged into five fields, two paddocks, various outbuildings and private fishing rights on the River Cothi, makes it ideal for a smallholder, equestrian use and other rural pursuits - all set within the beautiful Cothi Valley in rural Carmarthenshire - complete with a five-bedroom farmhouse full of period charm, a separate one-bedroom cottage.
Tucked into a peaceful, wooded setting yet within easy reach of Llandeilo (10 miles) and Carmarthen (12 miles), Ty Crug offers a genuine lifestyle change for buyers seeking space, privacy and self-sufficiency, without sacrificing accessibility to everyday amenities.
The Farmhouse The farmhouse is full of original character throughout, with exposed stonework, beamed ceilings and a curved stone staircase leading to the first floor.
The kitchen forms the heart of the home, complete with an Aga, quarry-tiled flooring, painted cabinetry, with an inglenook housing a multi-fuel logburner.
Off the kitchen, the main reception room exudes charm and character with painted beams and a cast iron logburner with an original and unique curved stone staircase leading to the bedrooms.
Upstairs, the bedrooms retain a wealth of character with exposed stone walls, beamed and sloping ceilings, and a principal bedroom with en-suite opening onto a raised timber balcony overlooking the wooded valley.
Bathrooms include a family bathroom and an en-suite with a freestanding roll-top bath.
The farmhouse also includes double-storey self-contained extension including its own kitchen, two bathrooms and two double bedrooms, which could be used for multi-generational living or as additional living space for a larger family.
It is accessed externally or through The Farmhouse off the living room, however can also be integrated with The Farmhouse upstairs by reinstating a blocked doorway.
The Cottage Situated across the lane with its own driveway and garden, the separate one-bedroom cottage offers excellent potential as guest accommodation, a rental unit, or a holiday let.
It has an open-plan kitchen and living area with a well-proportioned double bedroom and en-suite bathroom. Just set back from the river, it makes for a peaceful idyllic retreat.
Land, Outbuildings & Fishing The smallholding extends to approximately 13 acres arranged into five fields, together with an area of mature woodland, a polytunnel, vegetable growing areas and ponds.
The main barn and further barns/outbuildings provide space for stabling, workshops or storage to suit smallholders, equestrian buyers or those keeping livestock - the current owners have kept sheep across the land as well as geese, ducks, chickens and donkeys.
Private fishing rights are available on the River Cothi, well known for its brown trout, salmon and sewin (also known as ‘sea trout’).
Location Set in a peaceful rural position within the Cothi Valley, Ty Crug is well placed for those wanting genuine countryside living while remaining within a manageable distance of local towns.
EPC Rating: E Location Nestled in the Cothi Valley, Ty Crug is conveniently situated between Carmarthen and Llandeilo in rural Carmarthenshire.
Just 14 minutes drive to the A40 and onto the M4, it is conveniently located with good transport links.
Kitchen (5.03m x 4.59m) A wonderfully characterful room and clearly the heart of the home, the farmhouse kitchen is fitted with a traditional Belfast sink and an oil-fired Aga, complemented by a multi-fuel log-burning stove set within an inglenook.
The Aga also provides the hot water for the original part of The Farmhouse.
Exposed stonework and a beamed ceiling run throughout, while a mix of fitted and freestanding cabinetry provides ample storage. Traditional quarry-tiled flooring adds further period charm underfoot.
The room is well connected to the rest of the house, with a door leading out to the rear and a further door off the entrance hall.
Living Room (6.31m x 4.49m) A cosy, characterful sitting room, warmed by a further log-burning stove set beneath a wood-beamed mantel within a stone surround.
Painted wooden beams contrast beautifully with the flagstone flooring and an logburner adds to the room’s rustic charm.
A striking stone spiral staircase - a genuine fairytale feature of the house, its ancient worn stone steps and wrought-iron rail winding up past a deep-set stone window to the bedrooms above.
A rear door leads to the private garden, whilst another door connects to the self-contained extension/annexe.
Bedroom 2 (3.21m x 3.18m) A charming double bedroom with a real sense of character, featuring a vaulted, beamed ceiling.
A window seat is set beneath a stone-mullioned window, framing pleasant views out over the surrounding countryside, while wall panelling and soft, muted décor add a cottage feel throughout.
The room is accessed via a ‘ledge & brace’ door in keeping with the property’s period character and the other doors in the house.
Bedroom 3 (3.31m x 1.86m) A charming single bedroom, currently featuring a solid pine bedstead and beamed, sloping ceilings typical of the property’s period character.
A window seat/bench sits beneath the window, making good use of the eaves space, while wall-mounted lighting and neutral décor complete this cosy room.
Access is via a ‘ledge & brace’ door in keeping with the rest of the house.
Principal Bedroom With En-Suite (5.11m x 4.39m) A generous and characterful master suite, with a vaulted, beamed ceiling and an exposed stone wall and chimney breast, adding real architectural interest.
The room offers ample space, and currently houses a substantial wardrobe and chest of drawers, along with a dressing area.
French doors lead directly onto the wrap-around timber balcony, taking in far-reaching views over the wooded valley beyond - a wonderful spot to start or end the day.
The bedroom furthermore benefits from its own en-suite bathroom, featuring a freestanding roll-top bath and basin, complemented by characterful sloped ceilings and exposed beams that carry the property’s period charm throughout.
Bathroom The first room off the hallway upstairs is the L-shaped three-piece bathroom with a bath/shower and an airing cupboard as you enter to the left.
Extension - Shower Room From the farmhouse lounge, the self-contained extension can be entered. The first of two bathrooms in the extension is to the left with a practical walk-in shower.
Extension - Kitchen/Utility Room (4.34m x 2.93m) A practical and versatile second kitchen, well suited to multigenerational living or as an annex-style space.
Fitted with a propane gas combi-boiler with gas hob and a counter-height electric oven. There is under-counter space and plumbing for a dishwasher and laundry appliances.
A dining area comfortably accommodates a table and chairs, with wood flooring and a mix of white shaker-style cabinetry throughout. A door leads out to its own private garden space.
Extension - Lounge (6.71m x 2.60m) The Extension includes its own spacious lounge with an electric fire and French doors leading out to the courtyard area and a window overlooking the private garden.
A spiral staircase in the corner of the room leads up to two double bedrooms and another bathroom.
Extension - Bedroom 4 (5.16m x 2.56m) A charming and large double bedroom with French doors leading onto the wraparound balcony and far reaching views.
Exposed beams and a window overlooking the manicured private garden completes the room.
Extension - Upstairs Bathroom Set off the landing is a traditional three-piece bathroom with enamel bath, providing a second bathroom for the extension.
Extension - Bedroom 5 (4.60m x 3.17m) A well-proportioned double bedroom with dual aspect views over the two gardens. Exposed beams complete the sense of charm in this room.
The Cottage Converted from the property’s original stone cow byre, the cottage offers a charming one-bedroom holiday-let close to the river, with parking for two to three cars on a gravelled driveway.
Full of character throughout, with exposed beams and traditional tiled flooring, the cottage is warmed by electric heating and a log-burning stove set within a tiled fireplace.
The open-plan kitchen/living/dining room provides a comfortable and sociable living space, fitted with a full range of kitchen units, oven, hob and plumbing for laundry facilities, with garden views through French doors.
The double bedroom is similarly characterful, with beamed ceilings and cottage-style décor, while the bathroom includes a full-size bath with shower over.
Externally, the cottage is accessed via a gate and onto a gravelled driveway leading onto a private gravelled seating area via a rose-covered arch and bordered by mature planting and mixed hedging.
Garden Ty Crug is set within approximately 13 acres of land, arranged into five fields and two paddocks, offering excellent flexibility for grazing, hobby farming or general smallholding use.
The land is complemented by an area of mature woodland, providing both shelter and further amenity value.
To the rear of The Farmhouse, there is a mature garden with courtyard and orchard overlooking one of the fields.
A productive polytunnel and established vegetable and fruit growing areas make the most of the rural setting, while ponds by the main barn add further character to the grounds.
The main barn and additional outbuildings offer generous space for stabling, workshops, or general storage - perfectly suited as a smallholding, for equestrian use or those keeping livestock and poultry.
There is also private fishing rights available on the River Cothi, which forms part of the property boundary and is renown locally for its brown trout, salmon and sewin (sea trout).
Parking - Off Street Adjacent to The Farmhouse there is a gravelled parking area which comfortably can accommodate six vehicles.
Parking - Off Street The cottage also benefits from its own gravelled parking area for 2-3 vehicles
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