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Cabü by the Sea , St Mary ’ s Bay www . holidays . cabu . co . uk / cabu-by-the-sea
Situated next to the sweeping sandy stretches of St Mary ’ s Bay , trendy Cabü will not only satisfy the supremely stylish but also those who wish to explore the miles of the varying coastline that surrounds it . Slick , Scandi-style cabins make up Cabü , each adorned with lavish furnishings , including floor-to-ceiling windows that flood these luxury spaces with light , neutral soft chairs that allow guests to sink in and find tranquility , and log burners to keep you cosy in the evenings . Enticing guests to relax in sheer style , Cabü also has an outdoor heated pool and a ‘ nature spa ’ sauna and hot tub , ensuring a serene and relaxing stay .
CABÜ BY THE SEA
Built around a central ‘ Cabü House ’ where guests can pick up groceries to cook a romantic feast on their sitooterie and also enquire with staff about local attractions , Cabü by the Sea offers the perfect coastal escape for Valentine ’ s . Hire a Cabü bike for a leisurely cycle along the sea wall , discover the nearby otherworldly seascape of Dungeness or simply sit back and listen to the sounds of the sea birds calling and the waves crashing against the shore . Cabü is also a wonderful place to feel at one with nature . A site of special scientific interest , which is of biological and geological importance , guests can wonder at the rare insects , flora and fauna that can be found here .
The Wife of Bath , Wye www . thewifeofbath . com
THE WIFE OF BATH
The medieval village of Wye is perhaps the most idyllic place from which to explore the stunning countryside of the Kent Downs Area of Natural Beauty . As you drive into Wye , you will be struck by its quintessential English village charm and feel a sense of nostalgia as you pass by quaint shops , pretty houses with roses round the door , a 15th-century church and village green . It will come as no surprise that it was once named third best place to live in the UK by The Sunday Times .
Named after Chaucer ’ s Canterbury Tale , The Wife of Bath has been on the food map of Kent for over 40 years and has six beautifully appointed guest rooms . Each named after a character from The Canterbury Tales , guests are invited to follow in the footsteps of the weary pilgrims that would have stopped off in Wye and relax and recharge in the comfort and luxury of this charming venue . Book a table at the renowned restaurant to sample modern dining at its very best . Sample the delectable tapas to spice up your Valentine ’ s under exposed timber beams and next to roaring open fires .
Ramble to Wye Crown ( www . kentdowns . org . uk / visit / 50-places-tovisit / wye ) which can be seen for miles around as a striking commemorative landmark , carved into the hillside in 1902 for Edward VII ’ s coronation by the students of the once thriving Wye Agricultural College .
Elmley Nature Reserve , Isle of Sheppey www . elmleynaturereserve . co . uk
For those craving to get back to nature and yet still revel in the modern day comfort of a luxurious place to stay , Elmley Nature Reserve will fulfil every desire . The only nature reserve in which you can stay in the UK , Elmley is a vast haven made up of a wilderness of lucious grassy marshland and wide open skies . Let the combination of nature and luxury help craft a beautifully romantic Valentine ’ s Day that can be enjoyed as you listen to the humming of insects , the squawks of water birds and the bristling of long grasses swaying in the breeze . Couples can choose to enjoy this special occasion from the sanctuary of a calming cottage , a luxurious room in the ancient farmhouse or a cosy shepherd ’ s hut or cabin ideal for snuggling up with your loved one on a chilly February evening .
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ELMLEY NATURE RESERVE