What does a small hotelier do knowing that there is no real room for a spa proper, but also realising that guests may want a treatment or therapy…otherwise they may book elsewhere
The people at Gilpin Lodge nr Kendal in Cumbria, had a brave, but clever idea…they offered time as a spa treatment with their Jetty Spa Trail – three and a half hours of pleasure at the Lake House, an off-shoot of the main hotel, set in its own grounds and with its own private lake. The Lake House is in itself, a romantic retreat with just six bedrooms, all huge and spoiling, ideal for couples, who make up most of its occupants. And while anyone can lose themselves in the glory of the Lake District and have masses of time to themselves with great walks, hikes and boat rides…every so often people want something special
Well the Jetty Spa Trail is it.
It begins with one of the most impressive aromatherapy consultations I have had ( your chosen essence is then used in your massage and is given to you as a going away present of body cream, bath salts, spritzer and a pulse point roller), after which you can swim before having a salt scrub shower and sauna. Then it’s time to take the little jetty trail across to the spa for a massage or facial of your choice, and onto the Boat House for tea, and time to unwind and talk to your nearest and dearest without any interruption…or just simply relax in each other’s company. The finale is champagne and a hot tub – hopefully under the stars.
Zoe Cunliffe who runs the place with her husband knows how precious time is when you have a business and family…and suggests this as an easy way to have time out, some good champagne, fun…and fun in glorious surroundings.
Panic ye not – every so often the Lake Districts stuns the visitor and turns off the rain…at which point it is one of the most beautiful places in England
