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Couples Breaks in Mid Wales | Romantic Getaways for Two

Couples Breaks in Mid Wales

The best couples breaks are the ones where you both come back feeling like you have actually been away. Mid Wales is good at that. It is far enough from everything to feel like a proper break, quiet enough that you notice the absence of noise, and full of the kind of small, personal touches that make a stay feel different from ordinary life.

Where should couples stay in Mid Wales?

The best options depend on what you want from the break. A converted barn in the Brecon Beacons with a wood burner and a view of the hills. A boutique B&B in Aberaeron with harbour views and restaurants within walking distance. A remote cottage in the Cambrian Mountains where the nearest neighbour is a mile away and the stars at night are extraordinary.

Several properties across the region cater specifically for couples: small cottages for two, hotel rooms with free-standing baths, shepherd's huts with hot tubs, and B&Bs where the emphasis is on privacy, quality bedding and a good breakfast. Some offer extras like hampers, champagne or locally made chocolates on arrival.

What can couples do in Mid Wales?

Walk together. That sounds simple, but a day on the Ceredigion coast path or a morning climbing Pen y Fan in the Brecon Beacons is genuinely restorative. Sit in a good pub by a fire. Have lunch in one of the independent restaurants in Crickhowell or Machynlleth. Browse bookshops in Rhayader or Lampeter. Go stargazing in the Elan Valley Dark Sky Reserve. Take the train along the coast from Aberystwyth to Barmouth.

When is the best time for a couples break?

Autumn and winter are particularly good. The crowds thin out, the accommodation rates drop, the fires get lit and the landscape takes on a different character. A November weekend in a cottage near Llanwrtyd Wells, with nothing to do except walk, eat and read, is a surprisingly effective reset. Spring is lovely for the wildflowers and light. Summer is warmest but busiest.

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Wales Cottage Holidays

Address

Bear Lanes, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2QZ

Telephone
0333 015 1308

bookings@holidaycottages.co.uk

Newtown

A stunning collection of holiday cottages in Mid Wales - Wales Cottage Holidays offer a variety of quality, handpicked accommodation right across Wales so you can find your perfect Welsh escape. Whether you crave the mountains of North Wales, the…
Neuadd Arms Hotel

Address

The Square, Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys, LD5 4RB

Telephone
01591 610236

Lindsay@neuaddarmshotel.co.uk

Llanwrtyd Wells

Situated at the heart of Britain's smallest town, between the Cambrian Mountains and the Brecon Beacons, The Neuadd Arms Hotel has stood in the centre of Llanwrtyd Wells for over 145 years.
Porthouse Wood Cabins

Address

Llanllwchaiarn, Newtown, Powys, SY16 3BH

Telephone
01686 625430

porthousecabins@btinternet.com

Newtown

Two log cabins overlooking the River Severn, 1.5 miles from Newtown, Powys. Private fishing on River Severn included, pets welcome. Ideal for walking, fishing and cycling.
The Nags Head Inn

Address

Garthmyl, Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6RS

Telephone
01686 640600

reservations@nagsheadgarthmyl.co.uk

Montgomery

The Nags Head Inn is a Grade II listed coaching Inn. Discover a 5* welcome at the AA Welsh Pub of the Year 2018-19. Our pet-friendly Inn is awarded 5* also. In our restaurant we serve the best local produce and even grow our own herbs.

Price
Price £50.00 to £80.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast
Parc Dolerw | Dolerw Park

Address

Back Lane Car Park, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2NZ

Telephone
01686 610777

contact@opennewtown.org.uk

Newtown

Dolerw Park in Newtown is a large 'green space' adjacent to the River Severn which meanders through the town centre.
Gwrach Ynys Country Guest House

Address

Talsarnau, Harlech, Gwynedd, LL47 6TS

Telephone
01766 780742

deborah@gwrachynys.co.uk

Harlech

Country house in peaceful rural location close to mountains and sea. Ideally located for visiting Portmeirion, Harlech Castle, Welsh Highland Railway or walking and touring Snowdonia. A warm welsh welcome at assured by Gwynfor and Deborah.

Price
Price £55.00 to £95.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast
Bythynnod Blaenparc Cottages

Address

Blaenparc, Dihewyd, Lampeter, Ceredigion, SA48 7QP

Telephone
07940117366

gldavies.bryngelli@gmail.com

Lampeter

Set in a peaceful rural setting and enjoying breathtaking views of adjacent farmland and distant hills, Ysgubor Blaenparc Barn and Cartws Blaenparc Coach House (formerly Parc yr Hebog Cottages), offer a comfortable and friendly place to relax in…

Price
Price £565.00 to £924.00 per unit per week
Barn View Cottages | Beech Cottage

Address

The Old Farm House, Drainbyrion, Old Hall, Llanidloes, Powys, SY18 6PW

Telephone
01686 413527

fjhough@hotmail.com

Old Hall, Llanidloes

Beech Cottage is a two-bedroom property sleeping three guests near Llanidloes, with wide views across open countryside and the Severn Valley. It’s part of a small group of cottages and offers a peaceful base for adults looking to unwind and explore…
Dulas Glamping

Address

Cleiriau Uchaf, Aberhosan, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8RG

Telephone
07854264245

dulastent@outlook.com

Machynlleth

Hafan y Mynydd Shepherd’s Hut is a bespoke accessible double shepherd’s hut with ramp access, level interior, accessible kitchen, king-size electric adjustable bed, single electric profiling bed, two riser/recliner chairs, sensory bunk pods,…
Hiraeth Llanidloes

Address

Plynlimon House, 50 Long Bridge Street, Llanidloes, Powys, SY18 6EF

Telephone
01686 449587

hiraethllanidloesltd@outlook.com

Llanidloes

Hiraeth is a space that combines the best elements of a contemporary, casual restaurant with a warm welcoming coffee house. Whether you're looking to enjoy a social meal with friends, a quiet coffee break, or a space to unwind with a glass of wine…
Lake Vyrnwy Hotel | Wedding Venue

Address

Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa, Lake Vyrnwy, Llanwddyn, Mid Wales, Powys, SY10 0LY

Telephone
01691 870692

events@lakevyrnwyhotel.co.uk

Llanwddyn, Mid Wales

There is nothing more romantic than a lakeside wedding in Mid Wales. From the day you talk to the lovely team at Lake Vyrnwy Hotel, right up until your check out from the hotel as a married couple, you'll not be disappointed.
Alex Allpress Pottery School

Address

Y Stiwdio, Church Street, Builth Wells, Powys, LD2 3BS

Telephone
07443875016

alexallpressceramics@gmail.com

Builth Wells

Pottery courses and experience days in Mid Wales with Alex and Blue at Alex Allpress Pottery School. Half day, full day, family sessions and pottery parties include wheel throwing and hand building with one-to-one support. Suitable for all ages and…
Plas Bwlch Bed & Breakfast

Address

Llangurig, Llanidloes, Powys, SY18 6RT

Telephone
01686 440659

mail@bandbwales.co.uk

Llanidloes

Cosy Georgian Farmhouse with breathtaking views of the Upper Wye Valley which sits in 15 acres of farmland with sheep, chickens, ducks and ponies. Local attractions include walking, cycling, fishing, rallying and offroad motorbiking.

Price
Price £65.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast
Montgomery Trails | Cross Offa Walk

Address

Trefaldwyn | Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6HN

Trefaldwyn | Montgomery

This walk straddles the border between Wales and England and provides wonderful views of Welsh hills all around, with almost no climbing necessary on the walk
9 miles (14.5km) Moderate - 4-5hours
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Centre for Alternative Technology | Short Courses

Address

Centre For Alternative Technology, Llwyngwern Quarry, Pantperthog, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9AZ

Telephone
07719 087461

courses@cat.org.uk

Pantperthog, Machynlleth

The Centre for Alternative Technology offer day and short residential courses covering a range of sustainability issues, including: renewable energy, environmentally friendly building techniques, ecology, woodland management, organic gardening and…

Price
Price £275.00 to £650.00 per adult
Roundhouse Farm

Address

Waun Ebbw Road, Nantyglo, Abergavenny, NP23 4QS

Telephone
07805150805

DAVID_REES2@sky.com

Abergavenny

Roundhouse Farm offers charming holiday cottages and a renovated farmhouse in Nantyglo, Blaenau Gwent, blending modern comforts with historical charm, near the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains. Enjoy a peaceful and secure stay within a walled…
Llandrindod Wells Golf Club | Meeting Room

Address

Clubhouse, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5NY

Telephone
01597 823873

secretary@lwgc.co.uk

Llandrindod Wells

Llandrindod Wells Golf Club has a conference/meeting facility that can accommodate up to 20 delegates in a boardroom layout or 35 persons theatre layout.
Love2Stay Mid Wales

Address

Love2Stay Mid Wales, Moat Lane, Caersws, Newtown, Powys, SY17 5SB

Telephone
01686 806384

midwales@love2stay.co.uk

Caersws, Newtown

Love2Stay Mid Wales near Newtown is a luxury Holiday and Glamping resort focused on the health and wellbeing of its ‘staycationing’ guests has opened its doors at a beautiful Mid Wales location.

Price
Price £1,052.00 per unit per week
Gwyliau Cegir Escapes

Address

Nant y Gaseg, Darowen, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8LW

Telephone
01650 511579

info@cegir.co.uk

Machynlleth

Relax in a handcrafted shepherd’s hut with your own private hot tub, set in the quiet hills near Machynlleth. Dog-friendly, wood-burning stoves and panoramic views of the Dyfi Valley. A peaceful base for couples and small families to switch off.

Price
Price £500.00 to £860.00 per unit per week
Portmeirion Village & Gardens | Weddings & Occasions

Address

Portmeirion Village & Gardens, Portmeirion, Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd, LL48 6ER

Telephone
01766 772337

weddings@portmeirion.wales

Penrhyndeudraeth

Situated on its own peninsula in Southern Snowdonia, Portmeirion is a sight to behold, with vistas in every direction and pathways to explore and be amazed by. Sit & soak up the atmosphere or wander aimlessly around the village and gardens.