Whether it’s a cottage made for two or a couples’ hotel, a romantic getaway is all about enjoying each other’s company. We’ve got some great ideas for doing just that.
The Crofter’s House
Isle of Skye, Scotland
PARED BACK HIGHLAND BLISS
It’s hard to imagine a more cosy, romantic escape than this beautifully renovated cottage, quietly nesting in meadows overlooking the rugged beauty of Skye’s rolling hills.
Palagio di Panzano
Panzano in Chianti, Florence
Tuscan wine lovers’ paradise
Imagine somewhere you’d consider “quintessentially Tuscan”. Stone walls and floors and timbered ceilings. Gardens full of lavender, views of rolling Italian hills and vineyards and an Italian town square on your doorstep. Imagine no more and welcome to Palagio di Panzano.
Locanda della Valle Nuova
Le Marche, Italy
Organic Italian hideaway
Far away from the tour buses, surrounded by beautiful, unspoilt hilltop Italian villages lies this eco friendly, organic agriturismo. The comforts of home are combined with stunning scenery, warm hospitality and some of the best dining anywhere.
Tenuta Borgia
Pantelleria, Sicily, Italy
A RUGGED JEWEL
Ancient architecture merges with a Mediterranean landscape of pinewoods and palms in the creation of Tenuta Borgia. On a UNESCO protected island (noted for its ancient vine cultivation methods) Tenuta Borgia’s Dammuso Grande is a listed heritage building and combines rough luxury ….
Hollyhock Cottage
Nr Looe, Cornwall, England
Romantic couples cottage
Let the stresses of everyday life disappear at this idyllic stone cottage for two. Located on a sprawling farm in Cornwall you’ll have the stunning view of the Looe river valley, as well as excellent day trip options, packaged up in the ….
Old Pear Tree Barn
Newquay, Cornwall
Eco Cornish Getaway
Head to the serene north coast of Cornwall and this lovingly restored and characterful Cornish holiday cottage for four. Original, rustic charm is everywhere, but beautifully combined with modern touches and an eco-friendly spec. Sprawling private gardens, close proximity to the seaside, ….
The Store at Wellhayes
Lyme Regis, Dorset, England
Contemporary Dorset Cabin
A luxurious country cabin for two, The Store at Wellhayes in glorious Dorset, looks out over a serene lake in a rural oasis. Enjoy the smart, minimal design, at the same time be surrounded by nature in one of the UK’s most ….
Little Stone House
Tarifa, Andalucia, Spain
Wild Andalucian beach house
Overlooking the white sandy beach and rugged coastline of Tarifa, with views across to Morocco, Little Stone House was designed to blend in to its amazing setting and exploit those views. Watersports, exploration and relaxation are all possible from this quirky and ….
Old Barn Tregonetha
Saint Columb, Cornwall, England
ECO BARN RETREAT
In the midst of stunning Cornish countryside, this converted stone barn has all the trappings of a country cottage – beautiful gardens, stone walls, a wood burner in the huge sitting room, there’s even an AGA – but coupled with every mod ….
Pino di Loto Boutique B&B
Syros, Greece
HEAVENLY VIEW
Luxurious, gay-friendly Greek island boutique B&B accommodation, Pino di Loto comes with jaw-dropping views of the Aegean sea, gorgeous sunsets and picturesque traditional village. Relaxing by the pool with a freshly shaken cocktail offers a sublime opportunity to relax, as does strolling ….