{"id":3366,"date":"2026-01-22T15:00:52","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T15:00:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/?p=3366"},"modified":"2026-04-01T07:24:57","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T07:24:57","slug":"valentines-day-on-exmoor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/valentines-day-on-exmoor\/","title":{"rendered":"Valentine&#8217;s Day on Exmoor 2026 | Romantic Cottages &#038; Getaway Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style>\n\/* boe-article-css *\/\n#kad-banner, .headerclass, .topclass, #topbar,\n.footerclass, #containerfooter, .home-footer,\n.wp-megamenu-main-wrapper, .wpmm-nav-wrap,\n#nav-main, .nav-main, #mobile-nav,\n.elementor-location-header, .elementor-location-footer,\n.kad-header-wrap, .kad-desktop-header,\nheader.banner, footer.footer-area,\n#header, #footer, .home-wrapper {\n    display: none !important;\n    visibility: hidden !important;\n    height: 0 !important;\n    overflow: hidden !important;\n    margin: 0 !important;\n    padding: 0 !important;\n}\nbody { background: #f5f5f0 !important; 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min-height: 500px; margin: -20px -20px 40px -20px; overflow: hidden; border-radius: 0 0 24px 24px;\">\n<div style=\"position: absolute; inset: 0; background: linear-gradient(135deg, rgba(136, 19, 55, 0.9) 0%, rgba(190, 18, 60, 0.85) 100%);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"position: relative; z-index: 10; padding: 80px 40px; text-align: center; max-width: 800px; margin: 0 auto;\">\n<p style=\"color: #fecdd3; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 4px; text-transform: uppercase; margin-bottom: 20px; font-weight: 600;\">Valentine&#8217;s Day 2026<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: 48px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.1; margin-bottom: 24px; font-style: italic;\">A Romantic Escape to Exmoor<\/h1>\n<p style=\"color: #fecdd3; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 40px; font-weight: 300;\">Discover cosy cottages for two, hidden away in the heart of England&#8217;s most beautiful National Park.<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; gap: 16px; justify-content: center; flex-wrap: wrap;\"><a target=\"_blank\" style=\"display: inline-block; 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Whether you&#8217;re looking for a cosy cottage with a wood burner, a quirky shepherd&#8217;s hut under the stars, or a luxurious retreat with stunning moorland views, Exmoor has it all.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.8; color: #44403c; margin-bottom: 40px;\">Forget the crowded restaurants and predictable gifts. This year, give your partner the gift of adventure, tranquility, and quality time together in one of England&#8217;s most beautiful national parks.<\/p>\n<p><!-- Table of Contents --><\/p>\n<div style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #fff1f2 0%, #ffe4e6 100%); padding: 32px; border-radius: 20px; margin: 40px 0; border-left: 5px solid #be123c;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 20px 0; color: #881337; font-size: 22px; font-weight: bold;\">In This Guide<\/h3>\n<div style=\"display: grid; gap: 12px;\"><a style=\"display: block; padding: 12px 16px; background: white; border-radius: 12px; text-decoration: none; color: #44403c; font-weight: 500; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\" href=\"#why-exmoor\"><strong style=\"color: #be123c;\">1.<\/strong> Why Exmoor for Valentine&#8217;s Day?<\/a><br \/>\n<a style=\"display: block; padding: 12px 16px; background: white; border-radius: 12px; text-decoration: none; color: #44403c; font-weight: 500; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\" href=\"#cottages\"><strong style=\"color: #be123c;\">2.<\/strong> Romantic Cottages for Two<\/a><br \/>\n<a style=\"display: block; padding: 12px 16px; background: white; border-radius: 12px; text-decoration: none; color: #44403c; font-weight: 500; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\" href=\"#walks\"><strong style=\"color: #be123c;\">3.<\/strong> Hand-in-Hand Walks<\/a><br \/>\n<a style=\"display: block; padding: 12px 16px; background: white; border-radius: 12px; text-decoration: none; color: #44403c; font-weight: 500; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\" href=\"#dining\"><strong style=\"color: #be123c;\">4.<\/strong> Romantic Dining<\/a><br \/>\n<a style=\"display: block; padding: 12px 16px; background: white; border-radius: 12px; text-decoration: none; color: #44403c; font-weight: 500; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\" href=\"#experiences\"><strong style=\"color: #be123c;\">5.<\/strong> Unique Experiences<\/a><br \/>\n<a style=\"display: block; padding: 12px 16px; background: white; border-radius: 12px; text-decoration: none; color: #44403c; font-weight: 500; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\" href=\"#faqs\"><strong style=\"color: #be123c;\">6.<\/strong> FAQs<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr style=\"border: none; height: 1px; background: linear-gradient(90deg, transparent, #fecdd3, transparent); margin: 50px 0;\" \/>\n<p><!-- Why Exmoor Section --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-exmoor\" style=\"font-size: 36px; color: #1c1917; margin-bottom: 24px; font-weight: bold;\">Why Exmoor for Valentine&#8217;s?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.8; color: #57534e; margin-bottom: 30px;\">Exmoor in February might not be the first place that springs to mind for a romantic getaway, but that&#8217;s exactly what makes it so special.<\/p>\n<p><!-- Feature Grid --><\/p>\n<div style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(250px, 1fr)); gap: 16px; margin: 30px 0;\">\n<div style=\"background: white; padding: 24px; border-radius: 16px; box-shadow: 0 4px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.06); border: 1px solid #fecdd3; display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 16px;\"><span style=\"font-size: 32px;\">\ud83c\udf32<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #44403c; font-size: 16px;\">Peace &amp; Privacy<\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; padding: 24px; border-radius: 16px; box-shadow: 0 4px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.06); border: 1px solid #fecdd3; display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 16px;\"><span style=\"font-size: 32px;\">\u2728<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #44403c; font-size: 16px;\">Dark Sky Reserve<\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; padding: 24px; border-radius: 16px; box-shadow: 0 4px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.06); border: 1px solid #fecdd3; display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 16px;\"><span style=\"font-size: 32px;\">\u2744\ufe0f<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #44403c; font-size: 16px;\">Snowdrop Season<\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; padding: 24px; border-radius: 16px; box-shadow: 0 4px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.06); border: 1px solid #fecdd3; display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 16px;\"><span style=\"font-size: 32px;\">\ud83d\udd25<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #44403c; font-size: 16px;\">Cosy Pub Fires<\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; padding: 24px; border-radius: 16px; box-shadow: 0 4px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.06); border: 1px solid #fecdd3; display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 16px;\"><span style=\"font-size: 32px;\">\ud83c\udf0a<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #44403c; font-size: 16px;\">Dramatic Coast<\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; padding: 24px; border-radius: 16px; box-shadow: 0 4px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.06); border: 1px solid #fecdd3; display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 16px;\"><span style=\"font-size: 32px;\">\ud83e\udd42<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #44403c; font-size: 16px;\">Luxury Retreats<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- Testimonial --><\/p>\n<div style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #be123c 0%, #9f1239 100%); padding: 32px; border-radius: 20px; margin: 40px 0; color: white;\">\n<p style=\"font-size: 22px; font-style: italic; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 16px 0; font-weight: 500;\">&#8220;The most magical place for a proposal we could have imagined. Snowdrops, starlight, and complete peace.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 14px; margin: 0; opacity: 0.8; font-weight: 600;\">\u2014 Sarah &amp; James, February 2025<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #57534e;\">Plus, Valentine&#8217;s Day 2026 coincides with <strong>Snowdrop Valley&#8217;s peak bloom<\/strong> \u2013 imagine surprising your partner with a walk through thousands of wild snowdrops before returning to your cosy cottage for the evening.<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: none; height: 1px; background: linear-gradient(90deg, transparent, #fecdd3, transparent); margin: 50px 0;\" \/>\n<p><!-- Cottages Section --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"cottages\" style=\"font-size: 36px; color: #1c1917; margin-bottom: 16px; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;\">Romantic Cottages for Two<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; color: #78716c; font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 40px; max-width: 600px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\">We&#8217;ve hand-picked over 50 cottages perfect for couples. Here are our top picks for a Valentine&#8217;s escape.<\/p>\n<p><!-- Category: Unique & Quirky --><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #be123c; font-size: 14px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 3px; margin-bottom: 20px; font-weight: bold;\">\u2726 Unique &amp; Quirky Stays<\/h3>\n<div style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(280px, 1fr)); gap: 20px; margin-bottom: 40px;\">\n<div style=\"background: white; border-radius: 20px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 10px 40px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); border: 1px solid #f5f5f4;\">\n<div style=\"height: 200px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/The-Chapel-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"The Chapel, Brendon Hill\" \/><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: start; margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">The Chapel<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #78716c;\">Sleeps 2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #be123c; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">Brendon Hill<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #78716c; font-size: 14px; margin: 0 0 16px 0; line-height: 1.5;\">A beautifully converted chapel with original features and stunning moorland views.<\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" style=\"display: block; text-align: center; background: #fff1f2; color: #be123c; padding: 12px; border-radius: 12px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px; border: 1px solid #fecdd3;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-brendon-hill\/the-chapel\">Book Now \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; border-radius: 20px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 10px 40px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); border: 1px solid #f5f5f4;\">\n<div style=\"height: 200px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/The-Tower-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"The Tower at Birch Cleave, Simonsbath\" \/><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: start; margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">The Tower<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #78716c;\">Sleeps 2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #be123c; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">Simonsbath<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #78716c; font-size: 14px; margin: 0 0 16px 0; line-height: 1.5;\">A romantic tower retreat at Birch Cleave Barns with spectacular valley views.<\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" style=\"display: block; text-align: center; background: #fff1f2; color: #be123c; padding: 12px; border-radius: 12px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px; border: 1px solid #fecdd3;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-simonsbath\/the-tower\">Book Now \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; border-radius: 20px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 10px 40px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); border: 1px solid #f5f5f4;\">\n<div style=\"height: 200px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Little-House-in-the-Woods-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"Little House in the Woods, Brendon Hill\" \/><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: start; margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">Little House in the Woods<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #78716c;\">Sleeps 2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #be123c; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">Brendon Hill<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #78716c; font-size: 14px; margin: 0 0 16px 0; line-height: 1.5;\">A fairy-tale hideaway nestled in ancient woodland. Pure magic.<\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" style=\"display: block; text-align: center; background: #fff1f2; color: #be123c; padding: 12px; border-radius: 12px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px; border: 1px solid #fecdd3;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-brendon-hill\/little-house\">Book Now \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; border-radius: 20px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 10px 40px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); border: 1px solid #f5f5f4;\">\n<div style=\"height: 200px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Cartier-Retreat-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"Cartier's Retreat, Dunster\" \/><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: start; margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">Cartier&#8217;s Retreat<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #78716c;\">Sleeps 2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #be123c; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">Dunster<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #78716c; font-size: 14px; margin: 0 0 16px 0; line-height: 1.5;\">Luxury retreat in the heart of medieval Dunster village.<\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" style=\"display: block; text-align: center; background: #fff1f2; color: #be123c; padding: 12px; border-radius: 12px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px; border: 1px solid #fecdd3;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-dunster\/cartiers-retreat\">Book Now \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- Category: Glamping --><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #be123c; font-size: 14px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 3px; margin-bottom: 20px; font-weight: bold;\">\u2726 Shepherd&#8217;s Huts &amp; Glamping<\/h3>\n<div style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(280px, 1fr)); gap: 20px; margin-bottom: 40px;\">\n<div style=\"background: white; border-radius: 20px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 10px 40px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); border: 1px solid #f5f5f4;\">\n<div style=\"height: 200px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Daisy-Shepherd-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"Daisy Shepherd's Hut, North Molton\" \/><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: start; margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">Daisy Shepherd&#8217;s Hut<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #78716c;\">Sleeps 2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #be123c; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">North Molton<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #78716c; font-size: 14px; margin: 0 0 16px 0; line-height: 1.5;\">Charming shepherd&#8217;s hut with wood burner and countryside views.<\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" style=\"display: block; text-align: center; background: #fff1f2; color: #be123c; padding: 12px; border-radius: 12px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px; border: 1px solid #fecdd3;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-north-molton\/daisy-shepherds-hut\">Book Now \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; border-radius: 20px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 10px 40px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); border: 1px solid #f5f5f4;\">\n<div style=\"height: 200px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Woodman-Hut.jpeg\" alt=\"The Woodman's Hut, Minehead\" \/><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: start; margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">The Woodman&#8217;s Hut<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #78716c;\">Sleeps 2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #be123c; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">Minehead<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #78716c; font-size: 14px; margin: 0 0 16px 0; line-height: 1.5;\">Cosy woodland retreat near the coast. Perfect for stargazing.<\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" style=\"display: block; text-align: center; background: #fff1f2; color: #be123c; padding: 12px; border-radius: 12px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px; border: 1px solid #fecdd3;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-minehead\/woodmans-hut\">Book Now \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; border-radius: 20px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 10px 40px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); border: 1px solid #f5f5f4;\">\n<div style=\"height: 200px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Orchard-Yut-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"Orchard Yurt, Allerford\" \/><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: start; margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">Orchard Yurt<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #78716c;\">Sleeps 2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #be123c; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">Allerford<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #78716c; font-size: 14px; margin: 0 0 16px 0; line-height: 1.5;\">Beautiful yurt in an apple orchard near Selworthy.<\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" style=\"display: block; text-align: center; background: #fff1f2; color: #be123c; padding: 12px; border-radius: 12px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px; border: 1px solid #fecdd3;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-allerford\/orchard-yurt\">Book Now \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- Category: Coastal --><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #be123c; font-size: 14px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 3px; margin-bottom: 20px; font-weight: bold;\">\u2726 Cosy Coastal Cottages<\/h3>\n<div style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(280px, 1fr)); gap: 20px; margin-bottom: 40px;\">\n<div style=\"background: white; border-radius: 20px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 10px 40px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); border: 1px solid #f5f5f4;\">\n<div style=\"height: 200px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Worthy-Cottage-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"Worthy Cottage, Porlock Weir\" \/><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: start; margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">Worthy Cottage<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #78716c;\">Sleeps 2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #be123c; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">Porlock Weir<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #78716c; font-size: 14px; margin: 0 0 16px 0; line-height: 1.5;\">Steps from the historic harbour in picturesque Porlock Weir.<\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" style=\"display: block; text-align: center; background: #fff1f2; color: #be123c; padding: 12px; border-radius: 12px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px; border: 1px solid #fecdd3;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-porlock-weir\/worthy-cottage\">Book Now \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; border-radius: 20px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 10px 40px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); border: 1px solid #f5f5f4;\">\n<div style=\"height: 200px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Harbour-House-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"Harbour House Studio, Porlock Weir\" \/><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: start; margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">Harbour House Studio<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #78716c;\">Sleeps 2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #be123c; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">Porlock Weir<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #78716c; font-size: 14px; margin: 0 0 16px 0; line-height: 1.5;\">Stylish studio with harbour views. Watch the boats come and go.<\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" style=\"display: block; text-align: center; background: #fff1f2; color: #be123c; padding: 12px; border-radius: 12px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px; border: 1px solid #fecdd3;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-porlock-weir\/harbour-house-studio\">Book Now \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; border-radius: 20px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 10px 40px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); border: 1px solid #f5f5f4;\">\n<div style=\"height: 200px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Rose-cottage-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"Rose Cottage, Minehead\" \/><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: start; margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">Rose Cottage<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #78716c;\">Sleeps 2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #be123c; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">Minehead<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #78716c; font-size: 14px; margin: 0 0 16px 0; line-height: 1.5;\">A romantic cottage with a pretty garden near the beach.<\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" style=\"display: block; text-align: center; background: #fff1f2; color: #be123c; padding: 12px; border-radius: 12px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px; border: 1px solid #fecdd3;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-minehead\/rose-cottage\">Book Now \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- Browse All CTA --><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 50px 0;\"><a target=\"_blank\" style=\"display: inline-block; background: linear-gradient(135deg, #be123c 0%, #9f1239 100%); color: #ffffff; padding: 18px 40px; border-radius: 50px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 18px; box-shadow: 0 10px 40px rgba(190, 18, 60, 0.3);\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/valentines-breaks\">View All 50+ Cottages for Couples \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<hr style=\"border: none; height: 1px; background: linear-gradient(90deg, transparent, #fecdd3, transparent); margin: 50px 0;\" \/>\n<p><!-- Walks Section --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"walks\" style=\"font-size: 36px; color: #1c1917; margin-bottom: 16px; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;\">Hand-in-Hand Across Exmoor<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; color: #78716c; font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 40px; max-width: 600px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\">There&#8217;s nothing quite like a winter walk together. From valley snowdrops to dramatic coastal cliffs, these are our favourite romantic routes.<\/p>\n<p><!-- Walk Cards - 3 Column Table Layout --><\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #f5f5f4; border-radius: 24px; padding: 40px; margin: 30px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(250px, 1fr)); gap: 20px;\">\n<div style=\"background: white; border-radius: 20px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 10px 40px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\">\n<div style=\"height: 200px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Snowdrop-Valley-NS.jpg\" alt=\"Snowdrop Valley, Exmoor\" \/><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 24px; text-align: center;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 16px 0; font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">Snowdrop Valley Walk<\/h3>\n<div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: center; gap: 30px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">\n<div>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 11px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 2px; color: #a8a29e; font-weight: bold;\">Distance<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 4px 0 0 0; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; color: #44403c;\">2.5 miles<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 11px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 2px; color: #a8a29e; font-weight: bold;\">Difficulty<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 4px 0 0 0; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; color: #44403c;\">Easy<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #78716c; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 16px 0;\">Thousands of wild snowdrops carpet the woodland floor in mid-February.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #fff1f2; border: 1px solid #fecdd3; border-radius: 12px; padding: 12px; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"><strong style=\"color: #be123c;\">Highlight:<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #57534e;\">Peak bloom Valentine&#8217;s weekend!<\/span><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 12px; color: #a8a29e; font-style: italic;\">Photo: Neville Stanikk<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; border-radius: 20px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 10px 40px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\">\n<div style=\"height: 200px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Valley-of-the-Rocks.jpg\" alt=\"Valley of the Rocks, Lynton\" \/><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 24px; text-align: center;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 16px 0; font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">Valley of the Rocks<\/h3>\n<div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: center; gap: 30px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">\n<div>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 11px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 2px; color: #a8a29e; font-weight: bold;\">Distance<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 4px 0 0 0; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; color: #44403c;\">3 miles<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 11px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 2px; color: #a8a29e; font-weight: bold;\">Difficulty<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 4px 0 0 0; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; color: #44403c;\">Moderate<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #78716c; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 16px 0;\">Dramatic rock formations and feral goats create an otherworldly atmosphere.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #fff1f2; border: 1px solid #fecdd3; border-radius: 12px; padding: 12px; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"><strong style=\"color: #be123c;\">Highlight:<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #57534e;\">Spectacular sunset views<\/span><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 12px; color: #a8a29e; font-style: italic;\">Photo: Neville Stanikk<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; border-radius: 20px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 10px 40px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\">\n<div style=\"height: 200px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Tarr_Steps_02.jpg\" alt=\"Tarr Steps, Exmoor\" \/><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 24px; text-align: center;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 16px 0; font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">Tarr Steps &amp; River Barle<\/h3>\n<div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: center; gap: 30px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">\n<div>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 11px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 2px; color: #a8a29e; font-weight: bold;\">Distance<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 4px 0 0 0; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; color: #44403c;\">4 miles<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 11px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 2px; color: #a8a29e; font-weight: bold;\">Difficulty<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 4px 0 0 0; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; color: #44403c;\">Easy<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #78716c; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 16px 0;\">Cross the ancient clapper bridge hand-in-hand through woodland.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #fff1f2; border: 1px solid #fecdd3; border-radius: 12px; padding: 12px; font-size: 13px;\"><strong style=\"color: #be123c;\">Highlight:<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #57534e;\">Lunch at Tarr Farm Inn<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; border-radius: 16px; padding: 24px; margin-top: 24px; border: 2px solid #fecdd3; text-align: center;\">\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">\ud83e\udde3 Winter Walking Tip<\/h4>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #57534e; line-height: 1.6;\">Pack warm layers, waterproofs, and a flask of hot chocolate. February weather can be dramatic, but the views are clearer than ever!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr style=\"border: none; height: 1px; background: linear-gradient(90deg, transparent, #fecdd3, transparent); margin: 50px 0;\" \/>\n<p><!-- Dining Section --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"dining\" style=\"font-size: 36px; color: #1c1917; margin-bottom: 40px; font-weight: bold;\">Romantic Dining<\/h2>\n<div style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(250px, 1fr)); gap: 40px; margin-bottom: 40px;\">\n<div>\n<h3 style=\"color: #be123c; font-size: 14px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 3px; margin-bottom: 24px; font-weight: bold;\">Fine Dining<\/h3>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<h4 style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917; margin: 0 0 8px 0;\">The Luttrell Arms, Dunster<\/h4>\n<p style=\"color: #78716c; font-size: 15px; margin: 0; line-height: 1.6;\">Historic coaching inn with award-winning restaurant and romantic candlelit atmosphere.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<h4 style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917; margin: 0 0 8px 0;\">The Rising Sun, Lynmouth<\/h4>\n<p style=\"color: #78716c; font-size: 15px; margin: 0; line-height: 1.6;\">Harbourside dining with stunning sea views. Fresh local seafood a speciality.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<h4 style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917; margin: 0 0 8px 0;\">Tarr Farm Inn<\/h4>\n<p style=\"color: #78716c; font-size: 15px; margin: 0; line-height: 1.6;\">Riverside setting near Tarr Steps. Locally-sourced menu with seasonal specials.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3 style=\"color: #be123c; font-size: 14px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 3px; margin-bottom: 24px; font-weight: bold;\">Cosy Pub Dinners<\/h3>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<h4 style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917; margin: 0 0 8px 0;\">The Ship Inn, Porlock<\/h4>\n<p style=\"color: #78716c; font-size: 15px; margin: 0; line-height: 1.6;\">13th-century inn with roaring fires and excellent local ales. Cosy and welcoming.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<h4 style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917; margin: 0 0 8px 0;\">The Royal Oak, Winsford<\/h4>\n<p style=\"color: #78716c; font-size: 15px; margin: 0; line-height: 1.6;\">Thatched village pub with flagstone floors, oak beams, and hearty food.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<h4 style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917; margin: 0 0 8px 0;\">The Rockford Inn, Brendon<\/h4>\n<p style=\"color: #78716c; font-size: 15px; margin: 0; line-height: 1.6;\">Romantic riverside location with garden. Perfect post-walk pit stop.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #fff1f2 0%, #ffe4e6 100%); border-radius: 16px; padding: 20px 24px; border-left: 4px solid #be123c;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 15px; color: #881337; font-weight: 600;\"><strong>Top Tip:<\/strong> Book your Valentine&#8217;s dinner at least 4 weeks in advance \u2013 popular restaurants fill up quickly!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr style=\"border: none; height: 1px; background: linear-gradient(90deg, transparent, #fecdd3, transparent); margin: 50px 0;\" \/>\n<p><!-- Experiences Section --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"experiences\" style=\"font-size: 36px; color: #1c1917; margin-bottom: 40px; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;\">Unique Experiences<\/h2>\n<div style=\"display: grid; gap: 24px; margin-bottom: 40px;\">\n<div style=\"background: white; padding: 28px; border-radius: 20px; box-shadow: 0 4px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.06); border: 1px solid #f5f5f4; text-align: center;\">\n<div style=\"width: 80px; height: 80px; background: linear-gradient(135deg, #e0e7ff 0%, #c7d2fe 100%); border-radius: 20px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; margin: 0 auto 20px auto;\"><span style=\"font-size: 40px;\">\ud83d\udd2d<\/span><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">Stargazing<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #57534e; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7; max-width: 700px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\">Exmoor is an International Dark Sky Reserve \u2013 one of the best places in England to see the Milky Way. Pack a blanket and hot chocolate, and head to Webbers Post, Holdstone Hill, or County Gate for breathtaking views of thousands of stars.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; padding: 28px; border-radius: 20px; box-shadow: 0 4px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.06); border: 1px solid #f5f5f4; text-align: center;\">\n<div style=\"width: 80px; height: 80px; background: linear-gradient(135deg, #fce7f3 0%, #fbcfe8 100%); border-radius: 20px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; margin: 0 auto 20px auto;\"><span style=\"font-size: 40px;\">\ud83d\udc86<\/span><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">Spa &amp; Wellness<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #57534e; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7; max-width: 700px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\">Treat yourselves to a couples&#8217; massage or relax in a hot tub under the stars. Several local hotels offer spa treatments \u2013 the perfect way to unwind after a bracing moorland walk.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; padding: 28px; border-radius: 20px; box-shadow: 0 4px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.06); border: 1px solid #f5f5f4; text-align: center;\">\n<div style=\"width: 80px; height: 80px; background: linear-gradient(135deg, #fef3c7 0%, #fde68a 100%); border-radius: 20px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; margin: 0 auto 20px auto;\"><span style=\"font-size: 40px;\">\ud83e\udd8c<\/span><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">Red Deer Watching<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #57534e; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7; max-width: 700px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\">Witness the majesty of Exmoor&#8217;s wild red deer herds in their natural habitat. Early morning or late afternoon drives across the open moor might reward you with sightings of these magnificent animals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr style=\"border: none; height: 1px; background: linear-gradient(90deg, transparent, #fecdd3, transparent); margin: 50px 0;\" \/>\n<p><!-- FAQ Section --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"faqs\" style=\"font-size: 36px; color: #1c1917; margin-bottom: 40px; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;\">Common Questions<\/h2>\n<div style=\"max-width: 800px; margin: 0 auto; display: grid; gap: 16px;\">\n<div style=\"background: white; padding: 28px; border-radius: 20px; box-shadow: 0 4px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.06); border: 1px solid #f5f5f4;\">\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">When is Valentine&#8217;s Day 2026?<\/h4>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #57534e; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7;\">Valentine&#8217;s Day 2026 falls on <strong>Saturday, February 14th<\/strong> \u2013 perfect for a romantic long weekend getaway to Exmoor.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; padding: 28px; border-radius: 20px; box-shadow: 0 4px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.06); border: 1px solid #f5f5f4;\">\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">What&#8217;s the weather like in February?<\/h4>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #57534e; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7;\">February on Exmoor is typically cold (2-8\u00b0C) with occasional frost and a chance of snow on higher ground. Pack warm layers and waterproofs \u2013 and enjoy the dramatic winter atmosphere!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; padding: 28px; border-radius: 20px; box-shadow: 0 4px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.06); border: 1px solid #f5f5f4;\">\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">Are the snowdrops out on Valentine&#8217;s Day?<\/h4>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #57534e; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7;\">Yes! Snowdrop Valley typically reaches peak bloom in mid-February, making Valentine&#8217;s weekend the perfect time to visit. Check our <a style=\"color: #be123c; font-weight: 600;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/snowdrop-valley\/\">Snowdrop Valley guide<\/a> for the latest updates.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; padding: 28px; border-radius: 20px; box-shadow: 0 4px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.06); border: 1px solid #f5f5f4;\">\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">Do cottages have wood burners?<\/h4>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #57534e; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7;\">Many of our cottages have wood burners or log fires \u2013 perfect for cosy evenings. Check individual cottage listings for details, or filter by &#8220;real fire&#8221; on our website.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; padding: 28px; border-radius: 20px; box-shadow: 0 4px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.06); border: 1px solid #f5f5f4;\">\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">Can I bring my dog?<\/h4>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #57534e; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7;\">Most of our cottages welcome dogs \u2013 after all, a romantic walk on the moor is even better with your four-legged friend! Use the filter on our booking page to find dog-friendly options.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; padding: 28px; border-radius: 20px; box-shadow: 0 4px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.06); border: 1px solid #f5f5f4;\">\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1917;\">How far in advance should I book?<\/h4>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #57534e; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7;\">For Valentine&#8217;s weekend, we recommend booking <strong>at least 4-6 weeks in advance<\/strong>. The most popular romantic cottages (especially those with hot tubs or unique features) book up quickly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr style=\"border: none; height: 1px; background: linear-gradient(90deg, transparent, #fecdd3, transparent); margin: 50px 0;\" \/>\n<p><!-- Final CTA --><\/p>\n<div style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #881337 0%, #be123c 50%, #9f1239 100%); padding: 60px 40px; border-radius: 24px; text-align: center; position: relative; overflow: hidden;\">\n<div style=\"position: absolute; top: -50px; left: -50px; width: 200px; height: 200px; background: rgba(255,255,255,0.05); border-radius: 50%;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"position: absolute; bottom: -80px; right: -80px; width: 300px; height: 300px; background: rgba(255,255,255,0.05); border-radius: 50%;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"position: relative; z-index: 10;\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: 40px; font-weight: bold; margin: 0 0 20px 0; line-height: 1.2;\">Ready to Plan Your Romantic Escape?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"color: #fecdd3; font-size: 20px; margin: 0 0 32px 0; line-height: 1.6; max-width: 600px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\">Our hand-picked cottages for two are filling up fast for February 2026. Don&#8217;t leave your love story to chance.<\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" style=\"display: inline-block; background: #ffffff; color: #881337; padding: 20px 48px; border-radius: 50px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 18px; box-shadow: 0 10px 40px rgba(0,0,0,0.3);\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/valentines-breaks\">Book Your Valentine&#8217;s Stay \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- STAY NEARBY WIDGET -->\n<div style=\"margin-top:50px; padding-top:40px; border-top:2px solid #e7e5e4;\">\n<div style=\"text-align:center; margin-bottom:30px;\">\n<span style=\"display:inline-block; padding:5px 16px; background:rgba(144,178,132,0.12); border-radius:50px; font-size:10px; font-weight:700; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:3px; color:#90b284; margin-bottom:12px;\">Stay Nearby<\/span>\n<h2 style=\"font-family:'Cormorant Garamond',Georgia,serif; font-size:36px; font-weight:500; color:#1c1917; margin:0 0 8px 0;\">Plan Your Romantic Escape<\/h2>\n<p style=\"color:#78716c; font-size:16px; max-width:500px; margin:0 auto;\">Cosy cottages for two on Exmoor<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(3, 1fr); gap:20px;\">\n<div style=\"background:#fff; border-radius:16px; overflow:hidden; box-shadow:0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-porlock\/grace-cottage\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"text-decoration:none; color:inherit;\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/1755\/3c1b5be2-808f-4d96-b222-759f0ca5757e.jpg\" alt=\"Grace Cottage\" style=\"width:100%; height:180px; object-fit:cover; display:block;\" loading=\"lazy\">\n<div style=\"padding:16px;\">\n<div style=\"font-family:'Cormorant Garamond',Georgia,serif; font-size:20px; font-weight:600; color:#1c1917; margin-bottom:4px;\">Grace Cottage<\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size:13px; color:#78716c; margin-bottom:10px;\">Porlock &middot; Sleeps 4<\/div>\n<span style=\"display:inline-block; 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