Dunsley is a romantic cottage for couples, in the pretty fishing port of Staithes. Completely renovated in 2011, it is bright and spacious over three floors, with an open fire, free WiFi, original artwork and a private front yard. Featured on Channel4’s Homes by the Sea (series 2, episode 2), Dunsley has a visitors’ book and in-house diary that proclaims, page after page, “We love Dunsley and Staithes, and we will return!” Little surprise then that this cottage has over fifty 5 star reviews on Tripadvisor and has been awarded their Certificate of Excellence.

This romantic retreat is tucked into the grounds of a rather grand country manor – so you can get away to your own corner of luxury in North Devon. Find yourself among six acres of historic luxury – with Italian gardens, rose arches and country views all around. And you’re just a 20-minute stroll from the sandy beach of Putsborough. Sounds good to us.

We think Constance would be an ideal retreat choice for a couple who want a romantic break and have a couple of kids along with them too. You’re set in a rather grand location, within the tenth century Pickwell Manor, in peaceful grounds including an Italian Garden and rose arches, and also with the benefits of six acres of space to play, with beaches and rock pools just a 20 minute stroll away.

Sink into those hot tub bubbles at this luxury retreat, set in woodland among 35 acres of Devon parkland. Egret log cabin has been created just for couples, with beautiful bedroom views across a private lake, a rowing boat to paddle about in, and a feel of luxury inside and out. Expect to feel treated from the moment you arrive, with chocolates, Champagne and flowers all waiting for you.

This luxury Devon cottage is a great place to relax in the countryside and take in the scenery from your own private hot tub. Situated on a former dairy farm, The Dairy has a cosy home-away-from-home feel, with wooden beams across the ceilings of elegant rooms, a roll top bath and panoramic views from the terrace across the wildflower meadows and rolling countryside. The retreat is at the top of a south facing hill – so you can enjoy 28-mile views to Brixham’s Berry Head on most days and starry skies at night.

This romantic retreat might only be an hour from London, but it could be a thousand miles away – with five acres of woodland, and a myriad of winding paths surrounding a huge reservoir and water views. Coddiwomple Cabin is a great choice for a luxury getaway, where you can enjoy your own private hot tub surrounded by nature. The cabin is within striking distance from Ticehurst, along with the historic seaside town of Hastings and the charming Rye on the coast, making it a great location for exploring the south coastline.

Inspired by the other traditional yurts on the site, this wooden roundhouse offers all the charm of glamping with all the luxuries you’d expect from a five star holiday cottage. With a twist on the standard hot tub, this cottage offers a quirky outside bath big enough for two in its own bath house! Privately tucked away on a gorgeous organic farm in Somerset, it offers the perfect tonic for the stresses from every day living.

There’s something quite idyllic about the idea of sleeping up above the ground and waking up with fields and fields rolling out like a map beneath you – and if this sparks your imagination too then you will love The Loft. This luxury woodland getaway is handcrafted from larch and pine and designed as a romantic experience in Devon, especially for couples.

Set up in the tree canopy of a six-acre estate, The Den is a luxury treehouse that goes beyond any childhood dream. This leafy retreat offers guests the chance to relax in style, with cosy nights in by the wood burner, and starry nights out in the private hot tub. Located in peaceful grounds by a historic manor in Devon, this is a great place to feel far away from any city while having access to all the Devon has to offer. The retreat is pet friendly too!

Amble along the white sands, or stride along mountain paths, in this untouched corner of the world. Scotland’s Western Highlands will have you pinching yourself, with its beautiful secret beaches, its huge starry skies and its endless rolling countryside. We love it, and we are pretty sure you will too! West Horizon Lodge offers romantics a comfortable home away from home, and is a cosy base for some great adventures.

This unique arch was originally crafted to impress passers-by. More than 200 years after the famous architect William Kent made this stand-out design it’s still got all its charms, and some more have been added now with a redesigned interior to match its eye-catching silhouette. A perfect pet-friendly boutique honeymoon cottage in Norfolk.

You know you must be in a relaxing place when your toughest decision of the day is which flavour ice cream to choose. That is what it’s like in the historic coastal town of Boscastle, and this luxury fisherman’s cottage, with romantic wood burning stove and peaceful views, is a great place for a romantic retreat. It’s pet friendly too.

Wake up to sweeping country views at this luxury retreat made just for two. The Shepherd’s Hut rests in the gorgeous Tees Valley, between County Durham and North Yorkshire – with beautiful views around and stars above. It’s an ideal retreat for those who want a peaceful week away, with a few treats, including a cosy log burning stove and your own outdoor roll top cast iron bath - a great alternative to the usual hot tub!

This sleepy romantic cottage by the babbling River Tees is a sweet spot for a romantic break in County Durham. You’ll find this little luxury getaway on the gateway to Teesdale near Barnard Castle, one of the most picturesque parts of Northern England, with its waterfalls, castles, cycle routes and rolling hills leading on to the Pennines.

There is something about the countryside that is naturally romantic – on a sunny day it beats all the chocolates and red wine put together. If you love it like we do then you will love rural Herefordshire, and Goose Cotts is a great hideaway to share a fresh air break - with fantastic walks in the Brecon Beacons right from the doorstep.

This boutique hot tub lodge is an ideal getaway spot if you’re looking for a romantic break in the Lancashire countryside which has views, oodles of style, and your own private hot tub. Perry is located on the edge of the Forest of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with great walks, villages, pubs and views. We love the combination of having the great outdoors on your doorstep, as well as the super stylish interiors with freestanding bath, super king bed and high end finishes.

This luxury retreat gives you the chance to wake up with a view of the countryside right at the end of your bed. Hidey Hole Cabin has been created as an ideal bolthole for romantics who want to experience chic and sleek design, mixed with beautiful East Sussex scenery along with the cosiness of a toasty log burner and a cinema-style projector.

Eclectic, with a sense of fun and definitely not your average cottage - this is Y Capel. Lovingly restored by owners Siwan & Jake, this romantic cottage is nestled in the middle of a stunning Welsh valley. With bags of character, a spectacular copper bath, private hot tub and unspoilt surroundings this is the ideal place to unwind and forget all about the fast pace of day to day life.

This multi award winning, 5* romantic hideaway sits between two superb pubs (one of which is Gin Pub of The Year and has also been winner of The Best Rural Pub in Britain) and yet, despite its superb location it feels like a secret escape from the world. With copper hot tub style bath!

Broadoaks Country House is nestled in the leafy Troutbeck valley which meanders its way to Lake Windermere. Set far enough off the beaten track to feel a million miles away but within a few minutes of Windermere and Ambleside, this hotel offers easy access to all the Lakes has to offer but provides you with the peace and quiet you need to really relax.