Crofty is a village in Gower often not marked on a map, and its beauty is frequently underestimated even by those who have lived close by for many years. These properties are on a small peninsula that juts into Llanrhidian Marsh and the Loughor Estuary. The marsh ponies and sheep wander freely - the latter soon to become the now famous "saltmarsh lamb". Bird life abounds and directly across the estuary from Salthouse Point is the National Wetlands Centre at Penclacwydd, and the Millennium Coastal Path. To the west is Llanmadoc Hill and Whiteford Lighthouse. In Crofty itself there is a little shop, post office, children’s playground, tennis courts, chapel and pub. The marsh road is very suitable for walking and cycling, as the hustle and bustle of the tourists passes by only on the main road that skirts the village. This is a forgotten and secret area of Gower.

The village has easy access to the Motorway (M4) from Junction 47. It is located between Penclawdd and Llanrhidian, just off the B2495. There are some really good restaurants within only a few miles. It is an ideal location for those incorporating a holiday in Gower with visits to the National Botanic Gardens, Oakwood Theme Park, the Welsh National Show Caves, the Museum of Welsh Life at St Fagans, the National Wetlands Centre, Pembrey Park, the Millennium Coastal Path, the Mountain Biking Centres at Afan or Brechfa, or any number of other Must See/Do places. Nearby Swansea has all the facilities of a modern City, with theatres, cinemas, bowling, museums, galleries and a Marina. In Gower itself, besides the beaches, the Castles and Churches and incredible places to walk, there are opportunities for Riding, Surfing, Mountain Boarding, Mountain Biking, Paragliding, Archery, Fishing, Bird watching , Golf, Water Sports,Tennis,  Climbing and many other activities.

Worried that the winter weather may be unpredictable? Why not come with a group of friends and book ahead into a Gower Gourmet Cookery Course. (www.lamusechezkate.com ) Spend another day at Perriswood Archery and Falconry Centre - undercover if necessary. (www.perriswood.com ) ; walk the hills and beaches if the weather is fine; check out the many concerts and theatre groups; or just curl up by a wood burning store with a wide selection of books.

Hire a bike, and explore the numerous Swansea Cycle tracks. Bike along the seafront from Swansea to Mumbles, or from Kidwelly Castle all the way along the water front to the National Wetlands Centre. (www.actionbikesswansea.co.uk)

Gower Salthouses provide a paradise for birdwatchers in the winter months. The Loughor estuary is a wetland of international importance, and in Ty Hyfryd it is possible to watch the overwintering birds through a telescope, staying in the warmth of the kitchen. Check the tides, and choose a week with high spring tides for a really memorable experience.  

Crofty is an ideal Gateway to Gower, yet it has easy links to a wider Wales.

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