Boutique Retreats have luxury self-catering cottages by the sea throughout the UK

The Square at Porthleven

For lip-smackingly good nosh, head to this fab and oh-so-busy eaterie in Porthleven (remember to book!)

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Penrose Estate, Helston

A gorgeously leafy idyll leading to the coast, this wonderful estate surrounding Cornwall’s largest natural lake is a perfect backdrop for a relaxing day out.

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Hailes Abbey, near Winchcombe

Set peacefully amongst the rolling hills of the Cotswolds, this former monastery is a delightfully tranquil spot to spend an hour or two delving into the history of this fascinating ruin.

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Wild swimming in the Fairy Pools, Skye

Feeling brave? Take to the crystal-clear waters of these magical pools set at the foot of Glen Brittle – healthy living has never looked so beautiful…

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The Longest Beaches in Cornwall

Cornwall is home to many beautiful beaches: the golden frontiers between land and sea. But which are the longest beaches in Cornwall, and where can you find them?

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Valentine's At Verdun

Lucky Sennen from Boutique Retreats HQ takes her special someone to the utterly romantic Verdun for Valentine's Day.

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10 Winter Walks in the Cotswolds

Explore our favourite winter walks in the Cotswolds ready to work your legs, breathe in crisp, clear air and revel in silvery, frost-tinged surrounds.

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The Chilterns AONB

The vast Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is a dynamic sprawl of countryside and woodland that has been shaped by working hands for centuries.

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Hurst Castle, The New Forest

A Tudor castle that was used to imprison Charles I and served as a military fortress until 1956, Hurst Castle in the New Forest is full of fascinating tales.

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10 Best Beaches in South Devon

Famous for its spectacular coastline, South Devon’s beaches range from giant sandy strips that stretch for miles to picturesque coves overhung by vegetation.

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The Square at Porthleven

Penrose Estate, Helston

Hailes Abbey, near Winchcombe

Wild swimming in the Fairy Pools, Skye

The Longest Beaches in Cornwall

Valentine's At Verdun

10 Winter Walks in the Cotswolds

The Chilterns AONB

Hurst Castle, The New Forest

10 Best Beaches in South Devon

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