Having emerged afresh from under a blanket of snow, the United Kingdom looks forward to the sagacious cynic's favourite time of year - Valentine's. Last year, we wrote about the anti-Valentine's, and by contrast, this year looks to the secluded southwest tip of the U.K. for places for lovers or the broken hearted to seek shelter.

As the main event looms so closely on the horizon, many hot spots are fully booked for the romantic weekend, but there is a way round it! The gift that gives twice is booking a romantic getaway and turning the printed reservation into round one of the gift giving. Round two happens when you both get to enjoy the break itself, and the free time together.

Watergate Bay Hotel, Newquay, Cornwall

Clutching the sand, as it clasps the ocean, the casual and cool Watergate Bay Hotel is a relaxed space for beach lovers who like getting intimate with water. Next to Jamie Oliver's famous 15, and with the fabulous Zacry's restaurant offering local food fare, their Taste of the Bay offers is a foodie's Cornish dream.

Cornwall Airstreams, Mithian, Cornwall

For seekers of the staycation, lovers with a little less dollar can enjoy all the home comforts in a fully furnished airstream. Nestled into the hedgerows around Mithian, St. Agnes, this is a surfer's paradise. Picturesque beaches and rugged tin mines make St. Agnes a ridiculously romantic spot to fall in love with, even if you go alone!

Fowey Hall Hotel, Fowey, Cornwall

In the heart of Du Maurier country, the River Fowey boasts a bevy of beautiful seafood within the scenic village. Toward the top of its winding streets, Fowey boasts the best hot tub in Cornwall. Overlooking the English Channel, as cutters drift past and luggers haul along, this hotel spa has a hot tub offering unrivaled views, making it a number one romantic hot spot.

Glazebrook House, South Brent, Devon

Perched perfectly on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, and close to the A38, Glazebrook House takes your hand into another world. With the White Rabbit suite holding the 'baa baa bed,' the woolly residents of Dartmoor keep lovers warm at night. Filled with tasteful curious based on Lewis Carroll's novel, and a divine dining domain, Glazebrook is a special treat for all lovers of Alice in Wonderland or the quintessentially English. If opulent and attentive is your wish, then it is very much the staff at Glazebrook's command.

The Red Lion, Clovelly, Devon

Cobbled streets and ancient trawlers make Clovelly one of Devon's most beautiful seaside destinations and the traditional Red Lion has everything to offer an inexpensive and romantic getaway. Listen to waves lap, and eat seafood landed straight from the bay as you nestle into a cosy room that will sweep you off your feet.