Love And The Lake District – The Two Go Hand-in-Hand

There’s surely nowhere else which exudes romance and magic like the Lake District.

Long regarded by Britain’s best–loved poets, authors and thinkers as a place which inspires romance, the Lake District can’t be knocked for not oozing enough charm and beauty.

So, what better place for a romantic Valentine’s Day break – or even to bend down on one knee and pop ‘the’ question?

It has been a lovers’ haven for centuries and more recently a favourite with celebrities.

I’m a Celebrity star James Mcvey’s proposal on Derwentwater, popping the question on a cold winters day on Friars Crag, The Vamps star and jungle celeb James set the perfect romantic scene to propose to long time girlfriend Kirstie Brittain.

Pooley Bridge also saw Sir Paul McCartney’s romantic declaration to former wife Heather Mills.

Bill Clinton famously proposed to his First Lady Hillary while walking the beautiful shores of Ennerdale.

As you can see, the lakes has had its fair share of famous loved-up couples heading to the hills for romance.

They include the Beckhams and One Direction’s Harry Styles with pop princess Taylor Swift, who took a Buttermere breakaway.

A Lake District Cottage – Perfect For Two

But rather than having to share space in a hotel with lots of other loved-up guests (and those not in love, just on business or a friends’ weekend away), how about whisking your loved-one to your very own private and secluded holiday cottage in the Lake District?

Outside, views of the majestic towering mountains, the idyllic lakes, the sprawling lakeshore lawns, while inside pure unadulterated luxury  – the sumptuous bedrooms, the roaring fires, the balconies.

Sit in the hot tub sipping champagne under the stars, a night-cap on the shoreline before returning to your lakeside lodge – all deliciously secluded, just the two of you.

Imagine the face of your loved-one lighting up as you step through one of these Lake District luxury cottages – oh, the whisper of romance, the oozing of serenity and the air of amour.

Where to pop the question in the Lake District?

If you’ve already decided to get down on one knee in the Lake District – well done, a great choice! But, if you’ve not made up your mind, the Lake District surely speaks for itself?

Some of the best backdrops for your marriage proposal in the Lake District:

• Wastwater – Voted Britain’s favourite view ( pictured above).
• Surprise view near Ashness bridge, overlooking Derwentwater – sublime scenery.
• Aira Force, near Ullswater – one of the Lake District’s most impressive waterfalls.
• On the shores of Ennerdale Water – a very pretty spot.
• Peel Island, Coniston – an island with wooded rocky headlands and secluded sandy coves.
• Orrest Head – If you don’t fancy a ‘big’ walk in the lakes with the precious gem in your pocket, then this is the perfect place if you want a scenic and lofty view. Only a 30-minute stroll will see you gazing towards the lakes and mountains of the National Park
• Castlerigg Stone Circle, Keswick – Possibly one of the most atmospheric sights to propose. Make sure you time your visit for sunset for that added touch of romance.

• A castle or a ruin – whether Medieval, Norman or Roman, there are many castles dotted around Cumbria, including Ambleside, Ravenglass and Kendal.
• High Sweden Bridge, Ambleside – definitely a bridge with a gorgeous view.
• In one of our romantic homes – perhaps over a meal, in the hot tub with champers, on the terrace or lake shore with a majestic mountainous backdrop (Derwentwater views image below), by a roaring fire…. endless possibilities.
• At a romantic namesake – Darling Fell, near Loweswater or Hartsop, near Brotherswater.
• Over a fine meal at one of the top Lake District restaurants – such as the Michellin-starred L’enclume in Cartmel, Gilpin, The Old Stamp House, Forest Side Hotel, the list is endless.

Whisk, Whisper and Wedding Bells!

There’s no excuse not to book it all right now and whisk your loved-one off their feet in a romantic’s dream.

Many of our romantic cottages have been awarded VisitEngland Gold Awards because of their exquisite excellence and some of our 100-plus love nests accept up to 3 dogs.

To wow your loved one this Valentine’s Day, book a Romantic Lake District Break.

Have you stayed with us and have a Lake District love story? We’d love to hear it, just comment here!