Create the Ultimate Girls’ Getaway

Here’s our top tips on how to create the ultimate girls’ getaway

More women then ever before are treating themselves to a wonderful weekend away or short break with their pals

When you’re planning what to do and where to go, ensure you make the most of the time you’ll have. Most girlie weekends will be a second holiday treat and some friends may only be able to getaway for a couple of days. Consider booking somewhere close to home, this will give you more time to relax. If you opt for a short break nearby, you’ll also have more budget to spend on accommodation and luxury items, rather than flights!

Activities are a great way to bring everyone together, especially if some of your friends don’t know each other very well. Cocktail making sessions or wine tasting is a great icebreaker and a lot of fun. If you’re booking a cottage or a manor house for the weekend, why not book a mixologist or wine expert to run a masterclass in the comfort of your own room?

Beauty treatments are ideal, but a massage is even better after a day in the great outdoors. If you’re girlfriends are sporty, book your break near somewhere you can access stand-up paddle boarding or horse-riding lessons. If there’s a beach nearby, you’ll be able to catch-up with some sunbathing too.

After a long day no girls’ weekend would be complete without chill-out time in the pool, sauna or hot tub. And, of course don’t forget to pack a bottle of prosecco!

Where to stay?

Vaulty Manor is perfect for a girls’ getaway. The manor house can sleep up to 10 guests in four double and one twin rooms. Each room enjoys stunning views of the surrounding Essex countryside. The rooms are extremely luxurious, including under floor heating in the en suite bathrooms, the stunning master suite also features a roll top bath for added opulence. The manor house also offers a beautiful kitchen, which is ideal for preparing light lunches, evening meals and drinks. There’s also a lounge, dining and dressing rooms, plus private use of the pool, hot tub and garden terrace.

Vaulty Manor is situated just a short drive from the historic market town of Maldon, Essex. To book, simply visit www.vaultymanor.co.uk/accommodation