Kent ' s ROMANTIC RETREATS
KENTSTAYCATION
FROM FAIRYTALE CASTLES , LUXURY SPA SANCTUARIES AND COSY COUNTRYSIDE BOLTHOLES , TO SEASIDE ESCAPES AND ARTY RETREATS , KENT HAS EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO CREATE A PERFECT VALENTINE ’ S GETAWAY FIT FOR TWO .
With sea views that stretch for miles along sandy shores perfect for walking hand-in-hand , a burgeoning foodie scene that appeals to all tastes and plenty of historic towns to explore that sit nestled amongst rolling countryside , Kent lends itself to being the perfect location for romance . Echoing the paradisiacal Garden of Eden , The Garden of England will provide relationships both old and new with the energy , passion and memories needed to make a truly special Valentine ’ s Day .
Make a grand gesture and stay at one of Kent ’ s stately homes or castles that come complete with spa treatments and steeped in history , or create the perfect haven for two at a cosy bolthole which offers an escape from the world under a sky full of stars and sits surrounded by miles of countryside .
From contemporary chic to rural ruggedness , you will find the ideal Valentine ’ s mini-break in insideKENT ’ s roundup of romantic retreats which promise to make memories that will always stay close to the heart and last for more than just a weekend .
THE FERRY HOUSE INN
The Ferry House Inn , Isle of Sheppey www . theferryhouse . co . uk
A tranquil hideaway on The Isle of Sheppey , The Ferry House is surrounded by rolling farmland , wild meadows , protected wetland bird reserves and miles of Blue Flag coastline . Made up of a 16th-century ferry house and a collection of charming farm cottages , The Ferry House revels in its identity as an award-winning restaurant and four-star bed and breakfast which also provides luxurious spa treatments .
Wake up to beautiful mornings that will effortlessly set a romantic scene with shallow rolling sea mist and the calls of water birds echoing across the marshes . Four-star ensuite rooms , with relaxed rustic charm , stylish furnishings and sumptuous touches ensure the perfect hideaway for you and your partner . The Ferry House firmly believe that local is best and show this through their use of bountiful produce from their large kitchen garden , beef and game from their family farm and local estate , plus award-winning spirits distilled from their own grains . Enjoy these ingredients in the form of a delicious candlelit meal at the restaurant , finish with their dark chocolate and ras el hanout with Sheppey honey , cocoa nibs and garden lemon verbena to end your day in utter indulgence .
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