Make it more than a day to remember

With Mother's Day fast approaching, JULIE DELAHAYE picks some of the UK's most picture-postcard locations and hideways to whisk your mum away to

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FAMILY TIME Monterey in Pembrokeshire

THE countdown to Mother's Day is on. If you're thinking of treating your mum to a weekend away, there are plenty of charming cottages around the UK.

We've done the hard work for you and rounded up some of the picturesque spots you'll want on your radar...

Want your mum to feel like a queen? Then this fairytale-worthy tower could be just the place. The Gothic Brynkir Tower may be steeped in history - dating to 1821 - but it's been given a modern renovation so it has everything you could want for a comfortable stay.

Sleeping four, this picturesque home has two bedrooms, bathroom with a divine roll-top bath and a wood burning stove for ultimate cosiness.

There's even a small kitchen with all the utensils you need to whip a much-deserved Mother's Day lunch. Plus, with a location right in Eryri National Park, it's an ideal spot for mums who love to go for a good Sunday walk.

● Three-night stays from £619. Book on sykescottages.co.uk.

Tucked away within the breathtaking Cairngorms National Park, this postcard-worthy cottage is ideal for a family getaway, sleeping up to six people. Highlights include a freestanding bath, wood burning stove and a private garden. The cottage is a short walk away from local shops, restaurants and tea rooms if you want to treat your mum, not to mention there are plenty of beautiful castles waiting to be explored in the area.

● Three-night stays from £505. Book on sykescottages.co.uk.

If your mum's vibe is more about R&R, this wellness-focused escape has it all. Not only does the charming cabin come packed with everything you need for a cosy break (and a private hot tub), but it is within a complex, with access to amenities including a wild swimming lake, sauna, and a mobile therapist who can provide massages and treatments on site.