Romantic Retreats: A Couples’ Escape in Cornwall
October 8, 2024The demands of daily life often pull us in different directions. So how about reconnecting with your soulmate, in an out-of-season Cornwall? Winter lends itself perfectly to a romantic couples’ holiday in Cornwall. Our near deserted beaches provide space and peace to connect with one another, and cosy firesides can help rekindle romance.
You can forget the rose petals and chocolate boxes because in Cornwall, it’s all about candle-lit dining overlooking the waves, spontaneous, rainy dips in the water, and holding on to each other through those wild Atlantic storms. Cornwall’s cosy scenes offer a nice balance to the wild romance of winter. You can enjoy warm local culture, comforting food, and luxury homes made for romance. So, read on as we round up our top tips for planning a romantic stay in Cornwall…
Visit in the Stormy Season
Nothing brings us closer than braving the elements together. With the fierce waves, howling winds and stormy skies that frequent Cornwall between November and March, comes a shared sense of excitement and adventure. Find a safe spot along the coast to enjoy nature’s beauty together – perhaps with a comforting Cornish Pasty or a warm hot chocolate in hand – and feel alive again. From Polzeath to Sennen, you can read our guide to storm watching here.
The Notebook‘s Noah and Allie share a kiss within a thunderous storm. And we all remember the famous Spiderman kiss in the pouring rain. It won awards! But why is it we find storms so romantic? Maybe it’s because we seek closeness during a storm, maybe it’s because it completely stops us in our tracks, making us embrace the now. Or perhaps, it’s all in the cosying up afterwards…
Romantic Holiday Homes in Cornwall
Whether you’re city-dwellers searching for a wholesome countryside cottage, or the seashore is where your heart lies, let us pair you with your perfect home to match your romantic Cornish itinerary. We have searched high and low for the most romantic holiday cottages in Cornwall, to help you to find your haven away from home. Whether it’s just the two of you or you’re bringing your dog too, have fun choosing your private retreat where you can relax, unwind and reconnect…
A real hide out in North Cornwall, Meadow’s Nest is set within leafy surroundings yet close to the beach. The owners have poured their soul into this home, which was once a workshop. There’s a hot tub, outdoor shower, log burner, and yoga studio. Plus, your dog can come along for the adventure.
- Eco-Conscious
- Hot tub
- Near the beach
Set on the coast within rural West Cornwall, Scilly Stack is a place of wild romance; here you are well placed to explore some of Cornwall’s most impressive natural landscapes. Cape Cornwall is just 500 yards away, and the secluded beach of Gwenver is just a few miles from home.
- Wood burner
- Sea views
- Dog friendly
Couples Treatments: Experience Inner Peace Together
What’s a holiday without a little indulgence? We’ve curated an exclusive concierge service, partnering with some fabulous local experience providers who can deliver luxury indulgences to you from the comfort of your Gem. For a romantic retreat, we highly recommend a mobile spa treatment for two.
Our friends at WiseSage offer a range of therapeutic spa treatments, including couples massage. The expert practitioners use Made For Life Organics products from Cornwall, which they source ethically and ensure are organic.
Release tension, breathe easy and feel at your best to enjoy this cherished time together. Booking your treatment and other exclusive experiences via your online guest account is super easy.
Wild Swimming Adventures
What is it about water that inspires romance? We see it all the time in the best romance scenes, from Poldark to Love Actually. It’s the ultimate symbol of ‘crazy in love’ – rationality goes out the window as lovers dive in the freezing cold lake to retrieve book pages, or stop for a passionate kiss amongst a pirate ship battle.
Whilst you’re unlikely to come across many mutinies in Cornwall, there’s plenty of options when it comes to taking the plunge into tidal pools and sheltered coves…
We recommend: Trevone Natural Tidal Pool
Trevone beach can get crowded in the summer. We suggest visiting early in the morning or, if you want the sea pool all to yourselves, come on a winter day. The sea pool forms when the tide recedes, leaving behind a pristine place to take a dip.
A Date Night in Cornwall
As a crew of locals – some of us are Cornish to the core – we’ve experienced our fair share of Cornwall’s restaurants. If you know where to go, you can savour a real, authentic taste of Cornwall, paired with a intimate ambience. Some restaurants are more than just places to eat; they connect us to the land, the sea, and to each other.
Argoe, Newlyn
Named after an old fishing boat, Argoe serves a seasonal menu of fish, depending on what is being caught just outside. Argoe celebrates Newlyn’s strong fishing history which beats on today, conjuring up dishes made for sharing. Walk around Newlyn’s pretty back streets, sit out on the decking to watch the harbour comings and goings, and reconnect with each other over a candle lit supper.
