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  13 December, 2010 Romantic Gilpin Hotel and Lake House

  Gilpin Hotel and Lake House is the perfect romantic getaway for any time of year. It’s nestled away and features the most plush accommodation in the English Lake District, as well as a delicious restaurant with fabulous signature or classic menu options. From picturesque views and gorgeous rooms, including Garden Suites with private outdoor cedar hot tubs, to pampering in-room spa treatments, Gilpin is perfect for couples! If you want to opt for the ultimate in privacy, do stay at their new Lake House that features six sumptuous suites, an indoor pool, sauna and an outdoor cedar hot tub overlooking your own private lake. The Lake House can also be booked exclusively and is perfect for celebrating birthdays or special occasions with family and friends! Do see the private lake at the Lake House frozen over – so beautiful!
  Visited by: Tanya Ansaldi
  www.gilpinlodge.co.uk

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  24 November, 2010 Undiscovered Tuscany at L’Andana

  Situated amongst lush vineyards and olive trees that offer gorgeous views, the hotel is actually located in the yet untapped region of Maremma, Tuscany, which is only minutes from the sea by car… or if you’re not in a hurry you could arrange to go on horseback. L’Andana also features an outstanding ESPA spa with beautifully designed indoor heat experiences and pampering treatments such as the L’Andana Signature Treatment… truly incredible. The Alain Ducasse restaurant offers a delectable seasonal and locally produced menu, including tempting dishes such as fresh octopus with artichoke and pumpkin agnolotti with lamb. Then to sleep in your plush room for the night… with the most opulent Italian tiled tub ever! Simply gorgeous.
  Book next year’s holiday by 31 March 2011 and receive special rates from € 275.
  Visited by: Tanya Ansaldi
  www.andana.it

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  15 November, 2010 Romance Off the Beaten Track at Cinnamon Shack

  Cinnamon Shack is one of our favourite summer houses because of its stunning location over- looking the ocean. It is only a 10 minute walk down to a secluded sandy cove, virtually giving its guests a private little beach for themselves. Cinnamon is reminiscent of houses on the Greek Islands, and its simple charm includes two bedrooms, a shower room made of Sicilian tiles and comfortable terraces that surround the ‘shack’. While it may not fall under the uber-luxe category, we love it for its quiet and peaceful presence… and there are fantastic little shops just a 10 minute drive away.
  The Cinnamon Shack on The Beach at Menfin sleeps four from £433 per person, per week.
  Visited by: Ann Scott
  www.thinksicily.com/cinnamon.aspx

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  10 November, 2010 Historic Sicilian Grandeur at San Giuliano

  Home of the Marquis Paternò Castello di San Giuliano for over 800 years, this historic villa, with its award-winning gardens overlooking Mount Etna, is ‘the real thing’ – from its family chapel, personal photographs on the dresser and antique furniture. It staffs a butler, maids and a cook. Children will love the nursery wing with its four child-sized four-poster beds.
  San Giuliano, host to international royals, sleeps 24 from £1144 per person, per week including staff.
  Visited by: Ann Scott
  www.thinksicily.com/San-Giuliano.aspx

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  4 November, 2010 Hedonistic Baroque Jewel in Scicli

  Cool, glamorous, baroque and fabulous. The French owners fell in love with Italy and brought with them their fashion expertise. As with all Think Sicily properties, Palazzo Hedone will be exclusive, and it is a gem waiting to be discovered. We loved the gardens, outside dining and the heated indoor/outdoor pool.
  New 2011: Palazzo Hedone is Hedonistic Cool that sleeps 24 from £606 per person, per week including staff.
  Visited by: Ann Scott
  www.thinksicily.com/Palazzo-Hedone.aspx

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