The summer is finally here and with all the uncertainty of isolating, green lists, amber lists and whatnot, booking a holiday might be a daunting experience.
But even though the mad rush to get a cottage, cabin or villa here in Wales means that lots of places are fully booked, there are still some lovely options left.
From cute and cosy cottages to cabins with their own alpaca pals, here are some holiday choices for summer 2021. Or, if you're after a family break, here are Wales' best holiday parks.
For more Welsh holiday luxury, you'll find that, here.
Huacaya’s Cush, Presteigne
This is an adult-only wooden pod found in 90 acres of luscious farmland with your only neighbours being alpacas and sheep.
It's from £122 with a minimum three night stay and has availability in June, July and August. It sleeps six and has magnificent views over the Radnorshire Hills.
Llain Ffynnon, Snowdonia
Found in the small village of Groeslon is this lovely cottage, 2 Llain Ffynnon is the perfect family retreat to the Welsh coast and country.
It sleeps three and has dates left for late summer in September. Prices start at £639.
Laston Garden Flat, Tenby
This is a lush 19th-century Grade II-listed apartment which features a glorious sea view from Castle Hill.
There are three bedrooms and it sleeps five, and you can only rent it for seven nights.
Availability is in July, late August and most of September. Prices start at £2,252.
The Laundry Retreat, Llanrhaeadr
From £135 with a minimum two-night stay, this place sleeps two.
A stylish eco roundhouse in the grounds of a Grade II listed property and has availability from July to September.
thewanderlist.uk/properties/the-laundry-retreat
Medley Meadow Safari Tents, Monmouthshire
This six-bed safari tent is in nine acres of ancient woodland in the Usk Valley.
It's from £125 with a minimum two-night stay and availability is July, and September. The cosy tents each have a spacious decking and private outdoor area.
Stone Lodge, Llandeilo
With space in late August and September, this cottage sleeps up to five and starts at £100 a night.
It has two sitting rooms with a wood burner too, for some real relaxation and cosiness.
You'll find the lodge on airbnb.
Lle Mary, Llanddwywe
Lle Mary is in a beautiful location 25 miles outside Aberystwyth which sleeps two people and also has a hot tub. It has limited availability in late July and also in September, so be quick. More here.
Woodpecker, Llandrindod Wells
This lovely two-person accommodation is a converted Great Western Railway Carriage used at the Elan Valley. It's brilliantly secluded and for adults only, and no dogs as you'll see that chickens and ducks roam freely at the farm where it is based. It is free during August and September and is a snip with prices starting at £90 per night. Find it on booking.com.
Segrwyd Mill Holiday Home, Denbighshire
This is an 18th Century watermill converted into accommodation that sleeps four guests and is free in August and September, from £120 per night.
It's close to the coast and the mountains, too.
Visit airbnb for more.
Snowdonia Hideaway Hayloft, Tywyn
Lloft Encil Eryri, as it's also known, features mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Tywyn.
All units come with a balcony with garden views and it's ideal for explorers, it sleeps three.
Three nights cost from £276 and you'll still fins dates in August (a few this month) and there are more options in September.
Highbrook Cottage, New Radnor
With free dates in July and September, Highbrook is a cute hideaway tucked away between Radnor Forest and Offa’s Dyke Path with views of Hergest Ridge.
It sleeps four guests and has free dates in July and September, with prices starting from £150pn.
