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Only a 2-hour journey from London to the rural Suffolk countryside, Wilderness Reserve has a unique collection of luxury properties from cottages, farmhouses, barns and manors spread across an 8000-acre estate of woodland and lakes. Ideal for a secluded and intimate romantic retreat, the one bedroom cottages are a charming place for couples seeking an escape, whether that’s a mini-moon or babymoon. Our recommended hidden bolthole is The Stump, a characterful thatched folly set beside a natural swimming pond with its own jetty and row boat. The two story house is accompanied by a private outdoor spa and hot tub for the ultimate relaxation and the perfect spot to rest and unwind. Spend nights by the tree fireplace with a bottle of red and board games.
From £737 per night.
www.wildernessreserve.com
Further afield in the Lake District is this family-owned hideaway that offers the ultimate wellness experience and unmatched romance. Spread over the 20-acre hotel estate are five private spa lodges and suites that extend the beauty and serenity of the lakes, With a selection of Magical Escape packages for those wanting three nights of indoor-outdoor bliss, the nature-inspired spa suites have bedrooms which float over a pond with floor to ceiling mountain views, a separate living area and private spa rooms with saunas, steam rooms, infrared beds, state-of-the-art massage chairs, and huge outdoor hot tubs. With your package you can expect a Michelin-starred dining experience with champagne, a bespoke sensory spa experience and a romantic Windermere Lake Cruise.
Three-night escape from £2,970.
www.thegilpin.co.uk
There’s plenty of cosy cottages in the idyllic Cotswolds but this 850-acre sustainable estate offers more than just a cosy weekend escape. This stunning collection of design-led homes overlooking the Marley Lake is a great base for families or friends looking for a private space to catch up and make memories. Choose from a collection of cabins that have been designed by the award-winning YOO Studio, with bespoke furnishings, eclectic artwork and vintage finds that will impress even the most discerning travellers. A favourite is the Lakeside Cabin, a two-bedroom, two-bathroom mezzanine property that has an open plan living and dining space and an outdoor entertaining deck. Hunker down in your cabin and self-cater with your loved ones or visit the on-site bar and kitchen for delicious rustic dining. There’s a spa for a tranquil escape into nature too.
Lakeside Cabin from £695 per night.
www.thelakesbyyoo.com
Huts, treehouses, boathouses and lookouts make up the unique staycation offering at The Tawny, a rural escape set within Staffordshire’s picturesque surroundings. Let nature cocoon you here with secluded spaces that let you unwind in your own private sanctuary and vast woodland, lakes and gardens to explore. Whether you’re looking for an elevated position in the Hillside Treehouses, enviable grandeur in The Lookouts or to make a splash in the unparalleled waterfront location of The Boathouses, each space offers sleek interior design, views of the valley and lakes and a private spa bath on your decking for a soak under the stars. The Plumicorn is the retreat’s restaurant that boasts architectural statement and locally grown dishes, and there’s a heated outdoor pool at the top of the valley that makes an exhilarating location for a swim. Be sure to book into the Gaia Spa inside the quaint thatched cottage before retreating back to tea and cake next to the fire.
From £435 per night.
www.thetawny.co.uk
You’ll experience the height of luxury at Hampshire’s New Forest property, an 18th-century country house hotel with private treehouses set within 130-acres of countryside. Perfect for couples looking to take a break, the self-contained treehouses are hidden amongst a wooded valley for the ultimate peace and quiet whilst offering the luxuries you’d expect from a 5-star hotel. There’s an outdoor hot tub on your terrace, a wood burner and free standing bath for added romance, and daily breakfast hampers will be delivered to your room so you can enjoy coffee and croissants from the comfort of your tree canopy. For large families, The Yews can accommodate four adults and eight children so you can gather those closest to you for a celebration or birthday. If you want to explore the grounds, there’s an award-winning spa and two restaurants that serve quintessential English cuisine, with classic Chewton Glen dishes utilising ingredients that come from the hotel’s very own kitchen garden.
From £995 per night.
www.chewtonglen.com
Located high above the charming Cotswold village of Broadway, The Fish Hotel is a collection of treehouses, rooms and huts nestled within a hillside private estate. Magical treetop hideaways await here, with spacious woodland structures sleeping two adults and two children for the perfect family escape. The back-to-nature retreats are accessed via rope bridge and have an open plan lounge and bedroom, a second room with bunkbeds for children, en-suite bathrooms and a private outside deck with two heated outdoor baths. Order room service from your outdoor intercom, or indulge in seafood-inspired fine dining at the hotel's restaurant Hook, which really takes centre stage with its standout menu. Relaxed, family-friendly dining is available in the cosy corners of the lounge, where you can feast on hot dogs amongst crackling fireplaces.
From £550 per night.
www.thefishhotel.co.uk
Choose to stay between the country house hotel or in the wild at this Peak District estate in rural Derbyshire. Two-bedroom treehouses hidden in the woodland are the perfect hideaways for families to retreat to after a day of exploring, and the rustic boutique Hives are ideal for couples who want the ultimate privacy. Laid-back luxury is at its finest here, with stunning views, private decking, al-fresco copper baths and homely decor aiding a truly relaxing stay amongst nature. Toast marshmallows on the fire pits dotted around the grounds, and dine on fresh, seasonal flavours in the Garden Room, celebrating the best of British produce.
From £322 per night.
www.wildhive.uk
