A seasonal escape

A SEASONAL

Embrace and experience Cornwall at its most peaceful, with a winter stay at Housel Bay.

é ABOVE Experience the magic of the Lizard peninsula If you stop and listen for a moment, you’ll hear only the sound of the sea and the birds. Waking up at the Housel Bay hotel, gazing out across the Atlantic, and breathing in clean, Cornish air is a tonic for the soul. A stay here, on the UK’s most southerly peninsula, is an opportunity to thro o the confi nes o the cro ded city and re-connect with yourself and the natural world. The hotel’s clifftop position, with its uninterrupted ocean vista, is a magical place to enjoy all year round.

Autumn into winter heralds a coastal colour transition. The bright hues of summer are replaced with muted tones as Cornwall dons its winter coat. Autumn brings with it uncrowded beaches and peaceful footpaths. With direct access from the hotel’s garden gate, this is the perfect time of year to walk the South West Coast Path, discovering the iconic clifftops and coves of the Lizard. Lace up your walking boots and explore the peninsula's vast green landscape and dramatic clifftops.

After a good day's hiking, what better than to snu e up in ront o the fi re and ta e a breath with nature? If you’re lucky enough to stay at Housel Bay during a storm you’ll be treated to some epic wave watching as the Atlantic breakers pound the cliffs below. Pre-dinner drinks herald sumptuous dining, as even during the depths of winter there are still the freshest and most beautiful local ingredients to choose from, especially seafood. For a true taste of the region, why not indulge in the tasting menu offered by the hote s si nature restaurant, a o fi e ds

escape This is a season for relaxation and nurture; Housel Bay’s nurture; Housel Bay’s new yoga space offers guests the chance to new yoga space offers guests the chance to soak up some serenity. Alternatively, curl up in ront o the snu s open fi re ith a ood book or enjoy a seasonal cocktail in Marconi’s Bar. This is Cornwall’s quietest season, when epic storm watching and dark sky star gazing offer natural invigoration. You could even brave it and embark on an icy, cold-water dip for that natural high! Whenever you stay at Housel Bay, you will leave feeling lighter, lifted and re-energised. HOUSEL BAY The Lizard, Helston TR12 7PG 01326 567500 www.houselbay.com Find more like this: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Housel Bay has two restaurants, The Terrace and the two AA Rosette Fallowfields, and was recently nominated for 'Best Hotel' by the Trencherman’s Guide. Menus change with the seasons to reflect the local ingredients and Head Chef, Joseph Fallowfield, creates delicate and beautifully balanced dishes that are sure to leave you wanting more. His ethos is simple; to work with the best suppliers to attain the best ingredients.

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Now is the best time to book your out-of-season escape. Book now for special winter offers.