UK & IRELAND ROMANTIC HIDEAWAYS DESTINATIONS
Romantic breaks on exotic, far-flung shores are all well and good, but there’s something to be said for long weekends closer to home too. Quaint traditions, cobblestone villages, ancient castles and delightful countryside make the UK a hit for couples’ hideaways, and for clients short on time and keen on history, there’s a plethora of options available. Here’s a selection of the very
best for romantics wanting to cosy up in front of a log fire, flop down on a beach or meander their way through verdant, peaceful landscapes without a care in the world.
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CHEWTON GLEN, HAMPSHIRE Breakfast in bed, anyone? Renowned country house
Chewton Glen excels in the subject, bringing a daily delivery of pastries, fresh fruit and various home-baked treats straight to guests staying in one of its 12 Treehouse suites via a pulley and hatch system – no sharing the breakfast buffet table here. It’s not the only draw of these
romantic rooms. Hidden away in the tree canopies, they’re secluded, quiet and exceptionally cosy, with a log fire, balcony and hot tub in every one – making it nigh-on impossible to resist snuggling up as the fire burns and Jacuzzi bubbles on a crisp winter’s day.
If clients can pull themselves
away from that to explore the wider hotel, they’ll find a
hydrotherapy spa – voted the best in Europe – nine-hole golf course, intimate restaurant and selection of tennis courts (both indoor and outdoor). Better yet is the brand-new cookery school, The Kitchen, offering a variety of classes spearheaded by celebrity chef James Martin. It’s all a stone’s throw from Highcliffe beach and the New Forest too, making it a good option for outdoorsy types wanting to see the best of Hampshire’s landscapes. Book it: The Treehouse Studio Suites cost from £850 per night including breakfast, based on two sharing. Garden Hotel rooms are available from £310 on the same basis.
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WINDERMERE HOTEL, LAKE DISTRICT Wordsworth knew the romantic power of
the Lake District and it holds its charm today – not least at the Windermere hotel, one of the most-renowned estates in the region, decked out in 19th-century decor and home to 70 rooms. Spectacular views over the shimmering lake below are a given, with boat trips, woodland trails, rock-climbing and more all popular in the area; Beatrix Potter’s home and the Graythwaite Hall gardens are a short amble away too. The town it overlooks might have been designed with couples in mind, with traditional inns, alfresco bars and antiques shops colouring its
quiet, hilly streets and forming a pretty idyllic backdrop for relaxing strolls. Book it: Two nights costs from £109 per person on a half-board basis, for stays between October and December 18.
coastandcountryhotels.com
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KARMA ST MARTIN’S, ISLES OF SCILLY Stunning natural beauty – characterised by verdant,
bushy heathland and miles of unspoilt coastline – makes the Isles of Scilly off the coast of Cornwall an idyllic choice for a romantic stay in tranquil surroundings. And for couples as loved up with their dog as they are with their partner, suggest the award-winning, pet-friendly Karma St Martin’s, built with local stone and designed to resemble a hamlet of cottages. Set right in front of a private beach, the 30-room hotel is perfectly located and quaintly decorated, with classic-meets-contemporary English design and a good spa and beachfront restaurant. Guests can snorkel with seals, visit hidden coves, dive around shipwrecks or head out on a rowing boat, before kicking back with a vino in the wine lounge or munching on seafood freshly caught by the local fishermen. Book it: Premier Holidays offers two nights at the four-star Karma St Martin’s from £359 per person including breakfast. Agents can earn up to £5 for every inclusive booking made.
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THE GREENHILLS COUNTRY HOTEL, JERSEY For those after a
good-value, secluded escape from it all, suggest the Channel Islands – specifically Jersey, with its historic castles, scenic walking trails and sandy beaches. Among its smattering of romantic retreats is the four-star Greenhills Country Hotel, a historic manor house dating back to the 17th century. “This gorgeous country hotel
really shines through with romantic splendour,” says Gill McCarthy, sales director for Airways Holidays. “The cosy nooks and crannies create an intimate ambience which allows for the perfect tête-à-tête.” Inside it’s all traditional
Jersey decor, cosy lounges and country-style rooms, and outside you’ll find peaceful gardens, a charming dining area and a large, heated pool beckoning couples for swims at sunset. Book it: A three-night package with Airways Holidays starts at £241, including Gatwick flights on March 15, and complimentary champagne for couples celebrating a honeymoon or silver or gold wedding anniversary.
airwaysholidays.com
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THE PRINCIPAL MANCHESTER A romantic getaway doesn’t have to mean
a rural escape, and for couples who’d rather spend their time getting acquainted with
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