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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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Glandyfi Castle | Stay

Address

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

enquiries@glandyficastle.co.uk

Machynlleth

Exclusive-use castle near Machynlleth in Mid Wales, with 11 bedrooms sleeping 22 guests in individually styled bedrooms. Ideal for birthdays, anniversaries and relaxed get togethers with family or friends. Dog friendly venue with 40 acres of…
Llechwedd Mawr

Address

Talybont, Talybont, Ceredigion, SY24 5HL

Telephone
01970 832735

evancarol@btinternet.com

Talybont

A splendid isolation personified.There are no neighbours.There is no Tarmac road to it (you have to drive on a well-surfaced gravel track and cross a ford to get there: a 4×4 or vehicle with good ground clearance is recommended

Price
Price £500.00 to £930.00 per unit per week
Copper Beech Cottage

Address

Maes Mawr, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 9DB

Telephone
07989594234

copperbeechcottage@gmail.com

Welshpool

Surrounded by rolling hills and woodland, Copper Beech Cottage is a dog friendly holiday cottage located just outside of the Welsh market town of Welshpool, perfect for an idyllic countryside break and exploring all that Mid Wales and beyond has to…
Ian Snow - Machynlleth

Address

Ian Snow - Machynlleth, The Old Post Office, 8 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8AF

Telephone
01654 703945

sales@iansnow.com

8 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth

From his shop in Machynlleth, Ian Snow started his business in 1978 selling throws, curtains, cushion covers,and gifts. The business is are proud of their ethical standards & passionate about our environment.
Llangorse Multi Activity Centre | Accommodation

Address

The Gilfach, Llangorse, Brecon, Powys, LD3 7UH

Telephone
01874 658272

adventures@llangorse.com

Brecon

The Bunkhouse & Farmhouse group accommodation at Llangorse Multi Activity Centre caters for groups of up to 48 people, and is located at the heart of the stunning Brecon Beacons National Park.

Price
Price £16.00 per person per night
Warren Parc

Address

Penegoes, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8NN

Telephone
01654 702054

info@warrenparc.co.uk

Machynlleth

Warren Parc near Machynlleth cater exclusively for family owned caravan and chalet style holiday homes. Whether you're a retired couple, mature single or young family, the park is the perfect base to explore the beautiful Welsh countryside and…
Cefn Crib Caravan Park

Address

Pennal, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9LB

Telephone
07908 654730

brees2000@aol.com

Machynlleth

Cefn Crib Caravan Park is a small family-run park, situated on a working farm in Snowdonia National Park. Surrounded by mountains, valleys and woodland this well maintained park offers peace and tranquility.

Price
Price £10.00 to £20.00 per touring pitch per night normally for one car and 2 people
Bryncoch Holidays

Address

Bryn Coch, Hundred House, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5RT

Telephone
01982 570235

bevan.house@yahoo.co.uk

Llandrindod Wells

Bryncoch Holidays in Mid Wales is close to the Royal Welsh Showground and Elan Valley dams. Accommodation in 3 bedroom Bevan House self catering holiday home or 2 luxury lodges. All accommodation have individual hot tubs.

Price
Price £120.00 to £200.00 per unit per night
Bechan Retreats

Address

Pant Farm, Aberbechan, Newtown, Powys, SY16 3AX

Telephone
01686 630631

info@bechanretreats.co.uk

Newtown

Bechan Retreats holiday properties comprises 4 Rural Lodges/ Cabins on our 90 acre working beef & sheep.
Providing Peace and Tranquility while being in proximity of good places to eat, shops for provisions and a host of wonderful activities and…
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
Drovers Retreat

Address

Graig Farm, Dolau, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5TL

Telephone
07377 865123

Enquiries@droversretreat.co.uk

Llandrindod Wells

Drovers Retreat is a secluded 4-star converted stone eco barn which nestles in the hills of mid-Wales, some 8 miles from the English border. It is a perfect getaway, and haven of peace in the Welsh Marches.

Price
Price £114.00 to £170.00 per unit per night
CARAD TimeScape Rhayader

Address

Unit 2, East St Enterprise Park, East Street, Rhayader, Powys, LD6 5ER

Telephone
01597 810194

all@carad.org.uk

Rhayader

Explore the story of Rhayader through time - from ancient origins to modern-day life. Timescape Rhayader is a hands-on museum and experience space where history, people, and place come together. Set within the CARAD Centre, this exhibition brings to…
Silver Sherpa

Address

Powys & Shropshire border, SY21 9PL

Telephone
01938552277

silversherpa.uk@gmail.com

Silver Sherpa offers an exceptional travel experience for visitors exploring the stunning landscapes of Mid Wales and Shropshire. We specialise in daily luggage transfer services for walkers on Offa's Dyke Path, covering the Northern section between…
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.
Writers' Cabin

Address

Nant Y Filltir, Penegoes, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8UW

julia@writewithin.wales

Machynlleth

A cosy writer's retreat in mid Wales, offering self-led creative stays of in a peaceful rural setting just outside Machynlleth. With a writing focused interior, inspirational art and books and access to a private sauna, the Writers' Cabin is a…
Harry's | Bar & Bistro

Address

40/46 North Parade, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 2NF

Telephone
01970 612647

enquiries@harrysaberystwyth.com

Aberystwyth

Harry's Hotel and Restaurant is ideally located in the heart of Aberystwyth, a busy University Town. Enjoy the delights of Harry's restaurant where Chefs use only the finest local ingredients.

Price
Price £58.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast to £240.00 per room per night
Trefeddian Hotel

Address

Trefeddian Hotel, Aberdovey, Gwynedd, LL35 0SB

Telephone
01654 767213

info@trefwales.com

Aberdovey

Located half a mile from the picturesque harbour village of Aberdyfi, with panoramic views of Cardigan Bay. Relax in comfort and enjoy fine food complimented by friendly service. Indoor swimming pool and spa bath. Families of all ages welcome.

Price
Price £146.00 per person per night for bed & breakfast
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.
King Arthurs Labyrinth Waterfall

Address

King Arthurs Labyrinth, Corris Craft Centre, Corris, Gwynedd, SY20 9RF

Telephone
01654 761584

reception@kingarthurslabyrinth.co.uk

Corris

At King Arthur's Labyrinth visitors sail by underground boat and through the cascading veil of a magical underground waterfall. As you pass through the waterfall, you're swept back in time to a mythical place filled with dragons, giants and King…

Price
Price £11.80 per child to £17.80 per adult
Hafan Yr Afon | Meeting & Function Venue

Address

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

Telephone
016868 80777

bookings@opennewtown.org.uk

Newtown

First floor function room for hire, ideal for meetings, presentations, conferences, classes, craft fairs, children's parties and private dining. Adjoining the balcony we have the “Cwtch” a small informal area with comfortable furniture suitable for…