Your Somerset, Glos & Wilts Wedding - December/January 2024/2025 (Issue 104)

SOUTH LODGE, SUSSEX Situated in the heart of the West Sussex countryside, South Lodge offers views over the South Downs and 93 acres of woodland grounds to explore. From award-winning dining to state of the art wellness facilities, every detail is taken care of so guests can sit back and relax. South Lodge offers ten dog-friendly rooms all with direct access to the grounds. There’s no need to pack for furry friends, a comfortable bed, towel for any mucky paws, bowls, poop bags, and a little welcome treat, are all included for pooches. The whole family can enjoy all day dinning in the bar, lounges and outdoor summer terraces, wonderful for those warmer, summer months. PPP £40 per stay, check out www.exclusive.co.uk/south-lodge LAINSTON HOUSE, HAMPSHIRE Tucked away in 63 acres of rural Hampshire countryside, Exclusive Collection’s Lainston House is the perfect weekend escape for travellers and their dogs. This 17th-century luxury hotel boasts individually designed suites and bedrooms featuring plush beds, rain bar showers, a roll top or spa bath and panoramic views of the landscaped gardens. The hotel’s 14 dogfriendly rooms include direct access to the grounds; the perfect base from which guests can enjoy scenic walks and bike rides with their pet. Visitors can settle in for dinner at The Cedar Bar and outside terraces, or leave their pooch to rest in-room for a more peaceful experience. PPP £50 per stay, check out www.exclusive.co.uk/lainston-house LYMPSTONE MANOR, DEVON Lympstone Manor is a luxury country house hotel for the 21st century. The Grade II listed Georgian mansion in Devon, which opened in April 2017, was restored, and renovated by Michael Caines MBE, one of the most celebrated chefs in Britain. Once a private home, the property is set in 28 acres of Devonshire countryside with unrivalled views of the Exe Estuary. For those looking to spend an overnight stay with their pooches, the hotel offers luxury accommodation in the form of two dog-friendly suites as well as six shepherd’s huts. The rooms come set up with a dog bed, towel, torch, and dog bowl, not to mention private terraces. Dog-friendly rooms start at £759, visit https://lympstonemanor.co.uk THE PRINCE AKATOKI, LONDON The Prince Akatoki is a sophisticated sanctuary of Japanese attentiveness and elegance situated in the heart of Marylebone. The hotel welcomes dogs with the same five-star treatment as their owners, with an in-room hamper filled with toys and treats as well as a specially curated dog food menu – pooches are sure to be spoilt. Only a short stroll from Hyde Park, the location is ideal for guests travelling with four-legged companions. After a day exploring the busy streets and expansive parks, step away from the hustle and bustle to escape into this subtly invigorating retreat and relax in luxury together with man’s best friend. PPP no extra charge for dogs below 40kg, check out www.theprinceakatokilondon.com 89 HONEYMOONS

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