Romantic Retreats in the Enchanted Essex Countryside
Searching for the perfect location for a romantic getaway? Essex is practically made for romantic retreats. Stroll hand in hand through glorious Essex countryside, enjoy a relaxing couple’s massage or escape to some remarkable restaurants for unforgettable date nights, before retreating to our luxury lodges for two or four and ramping up the romance.
Fall for each other all over again at Browning Bros. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or just want to whisk your loved one away, our cosy cabins certainly fit the bill. Think hot tubs under the stars, cosying up by the fire and snuggling down in the comfiest of king-sized beds. Ahhh, bliss…
Our Cosy Cabins for Couples
Water Lily Lodge is perched on the edge of a hidden lake, offering wonderful waterfront views. The lodge positively oozes style, class, and luxury – not to mention total seclusion and tranquillity. Boasting a king-sized bedroom, 2 other bedrooms (making it ideal for 2 sets of couples to share) fully equipped kitchen, open plan living area and lakeside decking with private hot tub, we guarantee that sparks will fly at Water Lily. Spend your days exploring our idyllic woodland, before relaxing in the hot tub with a glass of bubbly (or two!) and watching the glittering stars as they twinkle above you.
Kingfisher’s Nest is our beautifully designed snug for couples, boasting spectacular views across the lake. The hideaway has a whole host of luxuries on offer, including a sauna, hot tub, and showstopping bathtub in the master bedroom. With a king-sized bed, fully equipped kitchen, open plan living area and private decking with hot tub and sauna, we guarantee that your romance will be rekindled in the most unforgettable way. Spend your days walking hand in hand through the Essex countryside, before retreating to the private sauna for some rest and relaxation. And breathe!
Cabin Couples’ Massages
A couples’ massage is the perfect way to relax and unwind with your significant other after a busy day exploring the sights and sounds of Essex. Browning Bros is delighted to have the fantastic Honey Bee Therapy on board to offer couples’ massages in our cabins! Lovers can enjoy a signature couples’ massage using classic techniques to soothe, relax and energise. They make the ideal wedding or anniversary present or are great for just spending some quality time together.
Daytime Date Ideas in Essex
Essex is jam-packed full of amazing activities for couples to enjoy. Whether you’re into scenery, history, theatre or fine wines, there’s something for everyone here in our lovely county.
Head on over to West Mersea for a truly romantic day out. As the UK’s most Easterly inhabited island, West Mersea has plenty to offer for couples, including a beautiful beach, excellent eateries, and a marvellous museum. This idyllic island is famous for its peaceful atmosphere, stunning seafood, and spectacular views across the Blackwater Estuary.
If your other half is a real history buff, a visit to Colchester Castle is highly recommended. This Grade I listed building is the largest Norman keep in Europe, with a vibrant history. The castle’s museum showcases archaeological collections covering 2500 years of history, with brand new interactive displays to bring visitors together in a unique and fascinating way.
Creative types will certainly appreciate a visit to The Mercury Theatre. This artistic powerhouse is an eclectic centre of culture, staging a wide variety of drama, musicals, comedy, and music. The theatre receives touring shows of national and international significance, as well as its own creations by local artists (Made in Colchester).
Enjoy a unique New World wine tasting experience at West Street Vineyard. This family-owned café, shop and tasting centre showcases great local sustainable wine in a contemporary and environmentally friendly wine barn. They offer the ultimate in fine English wines, including fruity whites, light reds, and dry rosés with aromas of strawberries and cream.
Keen beach goers flock from near and afar to visit the popular seaside resorts of Frinton-on-Sea and Clacton-on-Sea. Frinton’s sandy beach is quiet and secluded, with colourful Victorian style beach huts dotted along the sea front. Clacton is the largest town on the Essex Sunshine Coast, boasting a beautiful beach, exciting entertainment (including a pier and arcades) and wonderful water sports.
Romantic Restaurants in Essex
Essex is notorious for its stunning seafood and farm-fresh produce. With cool cafés, bustling bars, picturesque pubs, and fine dining restaurants, you’re guaranteed to find an eatery to suit you.
The Barn Brasserie is a converted 16th Century barn situated on our family farm, combining fine dining with countryside charm. Their ever-evolving range of dishes are positively bursting with flavour to tantalise the tastebuds of diners from near and afar.
Shillingfords Restaurant at The Foragers Retreat is a fantastic fine dining restaurant, serving a variety of plant, meat and fish-based dishes cooked by Michelin trained chef Carl Shillingford. All dishes are locally sourced and foraged, with natural ingredients that change according to seasons.
The Oyster Bar is a signature seafood restaurant in West Mersea. They specialise in rock and native oysters (freshly caught by themselves), cold seafood, platters, and cooked fish dishes. Their homemade desserts are truly heavenly and not to be missed!
The King’s Head at Pebmarsh is a grade II listed family-run pub, dating back to 1450. Enjoy a selection of real ales, Guinness, draught lagers, and bottled beers, whilst tucking into their excellent a la carte dishes or superb Sunday roast.
The Crown at Stoke By Nayland serves delicious food, real ales, and specially selected wines. Their catch of the day menu is regularly changing, celebrating local Essex cuisine and pub classics. They also stock over 30 wines by the glass from their collection of over 250 choices.
The Lion is a bar, cellar, and tapas restaurant, offering a great selection of Mediterranean food including pizzas and small plates. Their real woodfired clay oven cooks up the most perfect pizzas, with a fully stocked bar serving premium rare spirits, wines, and beer.
Romantic Retreats at Browning Bros
If you’re seeking a romantic retreat in a stunning location, look no further! Whisk your loved one away to Browning Bros for a weekend full of love and laughter. Click here to book your romantic retreat in enchanted Essex today!
