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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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Cwmcelyn Luxury Holiday Accommodation

Address

Nantmel, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 6EG

Telephone
07964 830810

llwyncwtta@hotmail.co.uk

Llandrindod Wells

Cwncelyn is a detached farmhouse located on a short private drive surrounded by a working sheep farm with views overlooking a valley and bordering the nearby Dulais stream just 4 miles from Rhayader in the heart of Mid Wales.

Price
Price £500.00 to £1,500.00 per unit per week
Ffion | Unique Hideaways

Address

Ffion, Gwarfelin, Devil's Bridge, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3JN

Telephone
01736 230140

hello@uniquehideaways.com

Devil's Bridge, Aberystwyth

An idyllic shepherd’s hut in Ceredigion, Ffion is perfectly placed in the heart of Mid Wales and boasts the most breathtaking views of the Cambrian Mountains.
The Trewythen

Address

Great Oak Street, Llanidloes, Powys, SY18 6BW

Telephone
01686 411 333

reservations@trewythenhotel.wales

Llanidloes

Elegant four star town centre accommodation situated in the heart of Llanidloes, Mid-Wales. The Trewythen is a self-contained holiday stay perfect for group holidays, wedding accommodation, or corporate gatherings.
Dafarn Newydd: Village Stores, Takeaway & Fuel Station

Address

Llanwddyn, Lake Vyrnwy, Powys, SY10 0LT

Telephone
01691 870211

DafarnNewydd@btinternet.com

Lake Vyrnwy

Dafarn Newydd Village Stores, Takeaway & Fuel Station is a long, well established family run business situated less than 1 mile from Lake Vyrnwy and is on Glyndŵr’s Way.
Centre for Alternative Technology | Eco Cabins

Address

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

Telephone
01654 705950

rob.bullen@cat.org.uk

Machynlleth

CAT's Eco Cabins offer a fantastic and affordable self-catering choice for large families and active groups looking to explore the local area. Each cabin can sleep up to 18 people and have communal lounge areas and kitchens.
Dragon Hotel Montgomery | Business Events

Address

Dragon Hotel, Market Square, Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6PA

Telephone
01686 668359

reception@dragonhotel.com

Montgomery

The homely, traditional décor extends to the cosy beamed restaurant, which has a fireplace converted from an old bread oven.
Pant Glas Holidays

Address

Talerddig, LLanbrynmair, Powys, SY19 7AJ

Telephone
07712 829983

pantglasholidays@hotmail.com

LLanbrynmair

Pant Glas is a luxury 2 bedroom first floor apartment sleeping 4. Set in the glorious countryside of magical mid Wales close to the coast, Snowdonia national park with its numerous attractions and the Severn Valley.

Price
Price £90.00 per unit per night
Fairbourne Railway

Address

Beach Road, Fairbourne, Gwynedd, LL38 2EX

Telephone
01341 250362

office@fairbournerailway.com

Fairbourne

Narrow Gauge Steam Train journey offers superb views of Cadair Idris mountain range and Mawddach Estuary. G-Scale Railway and museum at Fairbourne. Can be accessed from Barmouth by means of the pedestrian ferry.

Price
Price £8.25 to £12.50 per adult
New Quay Dolphin Spotting Boat Trips

Address

Dolphin Spotting booking office, Harbour Master Building, Main Pier, New Quay, Ceredigion, SA45 9NW

Telephone
01545 560800

info@newquayboattrips.co.uk

Main Pier, New Quay

''A 'Dolphin Spotting Boat Trip' offers a fun educational experience for all ages. Cardigan Bay's Special Area of Conservation is home to bottlenose dolphins, Atlantic grey seals and many seabirds. Dogs welcome free of charge. Currently one…

Price
Price £10.00 per child to £160.00 Per Ticket
Ty Hen Farm Cottages

Address

Llwyndafydd, Llandysul, Ceredigion, SA44 6BZ

Telephone
01545 560346

mike@tyhen.co.uk

Llandysul

Ty Hen Farm Residential Hotel (min/max 28 day lets) - fully equipped stone cottages midway between New Quay and Llangrannog, ideal for adult singles/couples, retired/elderly, local/home workers, artists/proof readers etc. Farm site with six…
Lake Vyrnwy Hotel | Spa & Thermal Suite

Address

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

Telephone
01691 870692

spa@lakevyrnwyhotel.co.uk

Llanwddyn

Experience a whole new level of serenity at the Lake Vyrnwy Spa in the Lake Vyrnwy Hotel. Be ready to be really pampered and enjoy everything you’d expect from this top class spa.

Price
Price £20.00 per adult
Tan-y-Fron Holiday Park | Holiday Homes

Address

Arran Road, Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2AA

Telephone
01341 422638

info@tan-y-fron.co.uk

Dolgellau

Tan-y-Fron Holiday Park is situated within the beautiful Snowdonia National Park and the nearest to the market town of Dolgellau which is only a few minutes walk (1/2 mile) away.
Elan Valley | Fishing

Address

Nr Rhayader, Powys, LD6 5HP

Telephone
01597 810383

hafodhardware@btconnect.com

Nr Rhayader

Elan Valley Reservoirs and Dams are situated in the heart of the Cambrian Mountains, 3 miles west of Rhayader. Each of these reservoirs support an abundance of wild brown trout and are also stocked. Fly fishing only.

Price
Price £10.00 to £22.00 per adult
Maesyfelin Cottage

Address

Tynberth, Tynreithyn, Tregaron, SY25 6LW

Telephone
01974 251217

tynberth@outlook.com

Tynreithyn

My place is close to great views and restaurants and dining. You’ll love my place because of the cosiness, the location, and the kitchen. My place is good for couples, solo adventurers, families (with kids), and furry friends (pets).

Price
Price £60.00 per unit per night
The Coach House

Address

Orchard Street, Brecon, Powys, LD3 8AN

Telephone
01874 620043

reservations@coachhousebrecon.com

Brecon

Coach houses were traditionally warm and welcoming places. This particular example is one of a new breed, offering contemporary townhouse accommodation. The Coach house is one of only 2% in the country that hold the five star GOLD award

Price
Price £92.00 to £165.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast
Townhouse

Address

1 Rheidol Terrace, Aberystwyth, SY23 1JU

Telephone
01970 612 799

blue.grass@lineone.net

Aberystwyth

The Townhouse is a large Victorian house with enclosed courtyard garden, and is situated next to the Marina and just around the corner to South Beach. Free on street parking.

Price
Price £1,350.00 to £2,250.00 per unit per week
Y Talbot | Bar & Restaurant

Address

Y Talbot, The Square, Tregaron, Ceredigion, SY25 6JL

Telephone
01974 298208

info@ytalbot.com

Tregaron

Y Talbot, is a historic and characterful 400-year-old inn with slate floors, inglenooks and Welsh cask ales. Seasonal menus offer full-flavoured traditional dishes made with Welsh produce. Croeso i bawb!
Porth Farm

Address

Porth Farm PYO, Porth, Moat Lane, Caersws, Powys, SY17 5SE

Telephone
07971960540

porthfarm@yahoo.com

Moat Lane, Caersws

PYO juicy strawberries, fresh raspberries, sunflowers and meadow flowers, pumpkins and a range of seasonal vegetables. Tackle our adventure playground and explore the Woodland Wander while enjoying the stunning scenery of Mid Wales. Cabin cafe with…
Ty Gwyn Farm | The Straw Cottage

Address

Ty Gwyn Farm, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5NY

Telephone
07881 302319

margot@tygwynfarm.co.uk

Llandrindod Wells

The Straw Cottage. The romance of a bygone era with modern comfort, no modern gadgets or electricity. Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms. Bathroom with H & C shower and flushing WC. Comfy beds all have cotton duvets. Large sitting room with wood burner and two…

Price
Price £500.00 to £860.00 per unit per week
The Nags Head Inn

Address

Garthmyl, Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6RS

Telephone
01686 640600

reservations@nagsheadgarthmyl.co.uk

Montgomery

The Nags Head is a Grade II listed coaching inn on the A483 between Newtown and Welshpool and only a few yards from the Severn and the Montgomery Canal.