If you're planning a big group getaway with friends or a UK break with the extended family, we've found a royal-inspired stay with VIP credentials that won't cost you the earth either.
Sykes Holiday Cottages' Ynys Castell is a private island retreat just off the coast of Anglesey, where Kate Middleton and Prince William spent their first years of marriage.
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The Anglesey holiday cottage might look like the kind of remote island retreat that costs thousands of pounds per night to rent, but this delightful place to stay, which sleeps 13 people, costs a mere £1,621 for seven nights – that's just under £125 per person for a whole week!
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Perfect for going completely off-grid with your nearest and dearest, or celebrating a special occasion, Ynys Castell has seven bedrooms, with each one offering views of the channel which separates Wales and Anglesey, the Menai Strait.
Outside, there are gardens for children and pets to play in (the cottage is dog-friendly too), as well as cute seating spots with views, meandering paths and steps down to the water's edge.
Accessed via a causeway, the private island is only accessible when the tide is out, making it ideal for a completely secluded UK break.
When the tide is out, you can walk down to the bustling town of Menai Bridge to browse the independent shops and restaurants.
With the backdrop of the mountains of Snowdonia, historic Menai Suspension Bridge, Bangor Pier and the Great Orme nearby, you'll never get tired of the views. If you're lucky enough, you might also see cormorants perching on the rocks, as well as seals.
12 of the most stylish weekend bags
Make a statement with bright stripes, carrying this affordable weekender on a staycation or mini break to Europe. It comes with an adjustable cross-body strap and outside zip pocket for popping in your essentials.
Go large with Longchamp's iconic foldaway tote, which holds everything you need for a stylish weekend away. This timeless travel bag is lightweight and comes with classic leather handles.
We love this generously sized travel bag with a pop of red to add colour to your holiday style. Great for overnight trips or as cabin luggage, this roomy number will fit carry all your mini break essentials.
Dog lovers won't want to be without this cute wheelie weekender with a fun print. The wheeled weekend bag is light and comes with dividers to keep your belongings in check.
Roll-Top Opening Back Pack
H&M
£24.99
For a more laidback look, this backpack with a roll-top opening is great for carrying on your shoulders or with the top handle. It's a great alternative to the traditional backpack.
Cath Kidston fans will adore this clever weekend bag that comes with a separate compartment in the bottom to carry your shoes, laundry or other bits that you don't want mixed in with your clothes.
Add a touch of the exotic to your weekend style with this embroidered design in a soft, colourful fabric with herringbone handles and a detachable strap.
Opt for classic country style for a weekend away in the UK with this checked wool-mix bag that's perfect for a trip to the Cotswolds or your mini-break to the Lakes. It's practical and comes in a style that never goes out of fashion.
For a loud and proud print to get you noticed, look no further than this lip blot bag that will fit everything you need for a quick city break, from a spare pair of shoes to your make-up.
Weekend Bag
H&M
£34.99
This faux-leather bag is sophisticated in style with plenty of space to carry your holiday must-haves. We like the detachable strap that's adjustable, too. If you're after something more luxe, there's a real leather version that you'll be carrying for years to come.
Combining practicality and style, this classic black weekend bag is a style you'll always want to carry. It features a mixture of nylon and leather, plus a gold zip.
Great for serious packers, this sleek bag has side flaps that can be fastened or extended for a tote-style bag. It's designed for those looking for a weekender that looks just as good on an active getaway as it does on a chic city break.
Roshina leads the digital travel content for Hearst UK, covering titles including Country Living, Red, Good Housekeeping and Harper's Bazaar.
When she's not eating her way around Istanbul or hiking the Dolomites' peaks, she loves nothing more than escaping the crowds of London for a country break.
