See our list of cottages for New Year below and plan your mid-winter break in West Wales. Many cottages offer special short New Year breaks over this period, making it easy to fit in a few days away.
Seeing in the New Year is an important celebration for many and a characterful holiday cottage in West Wales can offer the perfect setting for a memorable occasion.
Enjoy the atmosphere of your cottage whether it’s just the two of you or a group of family or friends. If you’d rather go out and about, there are lots of friendly pubs where you can have a special meal and join in the celebrations. In the filter, select Near a Pub if you want to be within walking distance of a pub. There are even firework displays in some towns in the area - Tenby and Saundersfoot amongst them.
Most Welsh traditions associated with New Year have died out, but as in Scotland, you might find the “first footing” tradition survives in some households. Here it’s best if the first-footer is a tall, dark man and unlucky if the first visitor to cross the threshold is a woman or a red-haired man. Many cottages have an open fire or solid fuel stove so if your first-footer brings the traditional lump of coal, he will like as not have somewhere to place it. Luckily the Mari Lwyd and Calennig traditions are no longer popular as they involve being insulted or splashed with water!
Hardy souls might like to join the traditional New Year swim at Saundersfoot - the rest of us can just look on in amazement!
Luxury studio apartment in Cardigan Castle, Channel 4's Restoration of the Year. Wheelchair accessible. Restaurant on site. Complimentary access to Castle grounds and events. (1 bedrooms, 1 bathroom) ...read more
Historic, colourful, charming lime-washed cottage, set in the wild landscapes of Mynydd Preseli. Nestling alone into the ‘Sunny Breast’ of Frenni Fach; under the gaze of Frenni Fawr. (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom) ...read more
Delightful cottage on a smallholding near the Ceredigion coast. Along a quiet road off the main road, providing excellent access to the towns and villages along Cardigan Bay. (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom) ...read more
Romantic seaside retreat 10 minutes from Llangrannog on Cardigan Bay. Perfect luxury base with in-room roll top bath. Many spectacular things to do and see in the area. (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom) ...read more
Pretty cottage in Newport. Lovely summer walks to the estuary and 5 minutes to the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. Superb location in a very popular and beautiful historic village. (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom) ...read more
Stylish cottage within easy reach of the Pembrokeshire access road, coast path and local attractions. Short drive to popular seaside towns such as Tenby and Saundersfoot. (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom) ...read more
Character cottage with glorious views in Ponthirwaun. On a smallholding and 15 minutes to the beach, this cottage is a great choice for a holiday at the coast and countryside. (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom) ...read more
Idyllic rural retreat on the edge of the Brecon Beacons. Perfectly positioned for exploring attractions and for walkers to discover the beauty of the surrounding area. (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom) ...read more
Quirky Circus Wagon in Cardigan Bay. Ideal romantic break and unconventional accommodation experience. 10 minutes drive to Cardigan Bay's beaches and breathtaking wildlife. (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom) ...read more
Perfect escape in Cambrian mountains 20 mins to coast. Nature lovers paradise, superb views, great walks, stargazing and dolphin watching. Only 100m to Inn with food. (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom) ...read more
Quirky cottage overlooking a valley near Newcastle Emlyn. The national woollen museum nearby offers exciting activities for everyone. Discover the cute cafés and shops. (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom) ...read more
Cosy open plan studio attached to the owner's home in Landshipping Quay. Fantastic location on the shores of a tidal pond. Boat and canoe launching nearby. (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom) ...read more
Stunning barn conversion on the edge of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park in Llanrhian. Countryside and fantastic coastal walks with easy access to the coast path. (2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom) ...read more
Come and stay in our beautifully restored 17th century stone barn, The Old Dairy, and enjoy the fabulous Ceredigion countryside and its stunning beaches, wildlife and walking. This beautiful holiday ...read more
Five minutes’ drive from Pendine Sands on Carmarthen Bay, Gower View is a light and airy apartment occupying a truly rural position surrounded by dairy farms and with fantastic views over the ...read more
Romantic cottage for two with a shared hot tub. Set in a peaceful countryside spot on the border of Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire. Within easy reach of many attractions. (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom) ...read more
Quail Cottage is one of three cottages, each privately situated within a stunningly beautiful secluded valley. One of three cottages in the private valley, this quaint cottage overlooks a small river ...read more
Ground floor studio apartment in Cross Inn. 2 miles from New Quay with glorious sandy beaches, walking paths and 6 miles from the colourful Georgian town of Aberaeron. (1 bedrooms, 1 bathroom) ...read more
Character converted cow barn in Ciliau Aeron. Beautiful surroundings with an abundance of wildlife to be seen. 10 minutes to Aberaeron and the stunning Cardigan Bay coast. (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom) ...read more
Homely, characteristic converted barn near St Davids. Breathtaking views of the coast and countryside. Just five minutes from the fun-filled beach and Blue Lagoon in Abereiddy. (2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom) ...read more
