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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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Williams Coaches | Coach & Minibus Hire

Address

Cambrian Way, Brecon, Powys, LD3 7BE

Telephone
01874 622223

office@williams-coaches.co.uk

Brecon

A trusted, reliable and award winning minibus and coach hire company. We have a large fleet, from minibuses to executive luxurious coaches. We can offer a full meet-and-greet service, whatever your trip or tour requirements. All of our drivers are…
Cardigan Castle & Gardens | Business Events

Address

Cardigan Castle, Green Street, Cardigan, Ceredigion, SA43 1JA

Telephone
01239 615131

info@cardigancastle.com

Cardigan

Looking for a unique venue to host your next corporate event? Look no further than Cardigan Castle! With 900 years of history as your backdrop, our modern meeting facilities are sure to inspire.
Tyddyn Rhys Farm

Address

Aberdovey, Gwynedd, LL35 0PG

Telephone
01654 767769

tyddynrhys@googlemail.com

Gwynedd

Tyddyn Rhys commands a privileged position half a mile above the village of Aberdovey with a panoramic view overlooking the Dovey Estuary and Cardigan Bay. The Welsh speaking family offer a warm Welsh welcome amidst some of Wales' most beau

Price
Price £85.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast
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.
The National Showcaves Centre for Wales, Dan-yr-Ogof

Address

Dan-yr-Ogof, Abercrave, Swansea, Powys, SA9 1GJ

Telephone
01639 730284

info@showcaves.co.uk

Swansea

Wales' best kept secret for 315 million years! The National Showcaves Centre for Wales in the Brecon Beacons National Park is one of the principality's top award-winning attractions.

Price
Price £16.50 per child to £21.50 per adult
The CRiC Centre | Gift Shop

Address

Beaufort Street, Crickhowell, Powys, NP8 1BN

Telephone
01873 811970

jan@visitcrickhowell.wales

Crickhowell

The centre provides an information service for tourists and residents of the area, selling maps and publications and locally produced gift items. Upstairs at CRiC, the oriel CRiC gallery showcases art and craft of regional, Welsh and visiting…
Grub Hub @ Hafod Trails Bike Park

Address

Hafod Wen, Llansawel, Llandeilo, Dyfed, SA19 7PH

Telephone
07852 527517

info@trails.co.uk

Llandeilo

On-site food hub at Hafod Trails near Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, serving home-cooked meals, snacks and drinks. With locally sourced ingredients and plant-based options, it suits riders and visitors taking a break. See what’s available on your visit…
Craig Y Nos Castle

Address

Brecon Road, Penycae, Swansea, SA9 1GL

Telephone
01639 731167

info@craigynoscastle.com

Penycae

Craig y Nos Castle is a unique venue in the Brecon Beacons, perfect for weddings, conferences, and events. It offers function rooms, bar, dining, accommodation, and outdoor activities. Guests can enjoy dog-friendly stays, peaceful retreats,…
Felin Crewi Cottages

Address

Penegoes, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8NH

Telephone
01654 703113

info@juliefortune.co.uk

Machynlleth

Explore the stunning Welsh countryside or enjoy a relaxing, refreshing holiday in our stunning holiday cottages near Machynlleth. Set in a restored water mill, beautifully secluded yet easily accessible, our two holiday cottages, stable and caravan…
Glandyfi Castle | Weddings

Address

Glandyfi Castle, Glandyfi, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8SS

Telephone
07498 668367

enquiries@glandyficastle.co.uk

Machynlleth

Historic castle wedding venue near Machynlleth, Mid Wales, overlooking the Dyfi estuary. Host up to 50 guests within the castle, with the option of larger marquee celebrations in the grounds. Licensed indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces, and 2-night…
Plas Robin Rural Retreats

Address

Plas Robin, Llandyssil, Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6LQ

Telephone
07307197045

Carolsummors@btinternet.com

Montgomery

Three luxurious, bespoke holiday homes, in the Montgomeryshire hillside. Relax and unwind in these beautifully appointed homes, carefully designed with every modern comfort, including, of course, your very own private Hot Tub.

Price
Price £900.00 to £3,000.00 per unit per week
Llandanwg Holiday Home Park

Address

Llandanwg, Harlech, Gwynedd, LL46 2SB

Telephone
01341 241602

info@llandanwgpark.co.uk

Harlech

Sitting on a hillside in the pretty village of Llandanwg, this five star (exceptional) rated caravan park boasts superb views of Tremadog Bay, Harlech Beach, Shell Island and the Llyn Peninsular.
La Crisalida Retreats at Maesmawr Hall

Address

Caersws, Newtown, Powys, SY17 5SF

Telephone
01686 688255

infouk@lacrisalidaretreats.co.uk

Newtown

La Crisalida health and wellbeing retreats, at Maesmawr Hall, offers many facilities for you to relax and re-charge your batteries. Whether your focus is on yoga, life makeover, losing weight, cleansing and giving your body (and life) a kick-start,…
Craig Y Nos Castle | Group Accommodation

Address

Brecon Road, Craig-y-nos, Penycae, Swansea, SA9 1GL

Telephone
01639 731167

info@craigynoscastle.com

Penycae

Serviced accommodation Craig-y-Nos Castle stands in the Brecon Beacons National Park in the Upper Swansea Valley in South Wales.

Price
Price £150.00 to £250.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast
Hergest Croft Gardens

Address

Hergest Croft Gardens, Ridgebourne Rd, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3EG

Telephone
01544 230160

gardens@hergest.co.uk

Kington

Hergest Croft Gardens near Kington on Wales / Hereford border has been created over 130 years by five generations of the Banks family. There are hidden valleys, woodland glades, open parkland, glorious flower borders and striking autumn colour.

Price
Price £9.50 to £34.00 per adult
Glan-y-Don Holiday Park

Address

Neptune Road, Tywyn, Gwynedd, LL36 0DL

Telephone
01654 710461

info@glanydonpark.co.uk

Tywyn

Glan Y Don Holiday Park in southern Snowdonia is a five star family Holiday Home Park of superb quality in an outstanding coastal location with uninterrupted sea views.
Welsh Highland Railway

Address

St Helen's Road, Caernarfon, Gwynedd, LL55 2YD

Telephone
01766 516000

enquiries@ffwhr.com

Caernarfon

The Welsh Highland Railway is the UK's longest heritage railway and runs for 25 miles from Caernarfon where trains start from beneath the castle walls for the journey to Porthmadog.
Hafan Yr Afon | Cafe

Address

Hafan yr Afon, Back Lane Car Park, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2NH

Telephone
016868 80777

bookings@opennewtown.org.uk

Newtown

Our ground floor cafe at Hafan Yr Afon is centrally located on the banks of the River Severn. We are family, disability and dog friendly.
Llyn Clywedog Reservoir & Dam

Address

nr Llanidloes, Llanidloes, Powys, SY18 6NZ

Telephone
01691870571

VisitorSites@hdcymru.co.uk

Llanidloes

Llyn Clywedog near Llanidloes is a man-made reservoir formed by the construction of the Clywedog Dam. A number of viewing points and picnic areas are arranged along the 15 mile circular drive around the Lake.
The Judge's Lodging | Weddings

Address

The Judge's Lodging, Broad Street, Presteigne, Powys, LD8 2AD

Telephone
01544 260650

info@judgeslodging.org.uk

Presteigne

Explore the fascinating world of the Victorian Judges, their servants and felonious guests at this award-winning Historic House.