Riverside Retreats
Relax and unwind with the calming waters of a river or stream passing by. The riverside location of these romantic hotels or holiday cottages make them perfect romantic retreats.
Relax and unwind with the calming waters of a river or stream passing by. The riverside location of these romantic hotels or holiday cottages make them perfect romantic retreats.
How cute is this romantic cottage? With its sea views, beamed ceilings, handcrafted kitchen and relaxed furniture we think it’s the perfect place to have a romantic break. You’ll love Polperro; a true Cornish fishing village frozen in time with lots to see and do. Park your car on the edge of the village, walk down to the pub or shop and feel your shoulders relax… And bring your pooch - this cottage is dog friendly too.
Opens in a new windowWe love the bright and airy seaside vibe of this perfectly formed one bedroomed apartment right in the historic centre of Lymington. Overlooking the bustling Town Quay it has plenty of great places to eat, drink or shop right on your doorstep. Lymington’s location also means you have the best of the coast and the New Forest on your doorstep. Just two and a half hours from London by rail or just over two hours by car, yet a world away…
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Opens in a new windowHow cute is this romantic hot tub cottage in Polperro? With its sea views, beamed ceilings, handcrafted kitchen and relaxed coastal vibe we think it’s the perfect place to have a romantic break. You’ll love Polperro; a true Cornish fishing village frozen in time with lots to see and do. Park your car on the edge of the village, walk down to the pub or shop, soak up the stars in the hot tub and feel your shoulders relax…
Opens in a new windowWe think this stylish apartment in the charming town of Woodbridge is a great place for a romantic week away from it all. The Penthouse is a retreat which has been designed to offer couples a taste of luxury – and the panoramic balcony views of boats on the river are reason enough to head here.
Nestled in natural woodland and with breathtaking views, The Count House is the kind of place to be if you want tranquility and enjoy the great outdoors. Peaceful, secluded and overlooking the River Tamar, this Grade II listed former mine captain’s office is a perfect little hideaway for two on the Cornish/Devon border.
For a taste of country living with no luxury spared, we recommend this boutique retreat, tucked in woodlands right on the border of Nottinghamshire, Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. Owl Lodge makes the most of its super quiet country location, complete with morning birdsong and sunsets over the hills, complimented with modern luxuries including your own private hot tub and indoor wood-burning stove.
The English Lake District is one of England’s most beautiful and romantic locations – with sublime fells and plunging valleys. Within this landscape is the village of Grasmere, home of the Romantic poets and a truly tranquil haven. You can enjoy your own spot between the daffodils at the luxurious hotel Rothay Garden.
If you’re looking to cosy up in a romantic Scottish hideaway then these luxury lodges are a great choice. Tucked into beautiful woodland in the stunning surroundings of Glencoe, the RiverBeds Luxury Wee Lodges squeeze a lot of sophistication into a pint-sized home for two, including your own eco hot tub. Pet friendly.
A unique setting means you’ll never get bored at this romantic holiday cottage in Essex; there’s a host of boats passing the canal at the front, there are stunning views across the nature reserve at the back and the historic town of Maldon is just around the corner. It’s dog friendly too so you can share this break with your four legged friend.
Now this is what we call super romantic! How about a gorgeous restored Dutch barge moored at one of Suffolk’s loveliest small towns for your next romantic break? Complete with beautiful bespoke joinery and an open cockpit to relax, this barge has everything for a very special romantic getaway. Dog friendly.
You know you must be in a relaxing place when your toughest decision of the day is which flavour ice cream to choose. That is what it’s like in the historic coastal town of Boscastle, and this luxury fisherman’s cottage, with romantic wood burning stove and peaceful views, is a great place for a romantic retreat. It’s pet friendly too.
Take some time out to relax by water and woodland, at this luxury retreat. We love its toasty wood-burning stove, its show-stopping gilded super king size bed, and its outdoor hot tub, just for starters. With easy train links from London to nearby Doncaster station, this is a great city escape destination – and it’s equally only around an hour from Leeds, Hull and Sheffield.
Romantics seeking an adventure for two can set sail in this working canal boat, which sits on the historic Chesterfield Canal. This is a great opportunity to taste life on the water, with a bit of added luxury just off the boat, including a private bubbling hot tub, barbecue fire pit and a sauna on site
With views across the River Tees and countryside, this five star gold rated romantic retreat has a lovely light and airy feeling. Cheeseborough House is a grade two-listed weaver’s cottage located in Thorngate, in historic Barnard Castle. While its history stems from centuries past, the cottage has been transformed inside, to give you a spot of luxury while you’re away.