Cedar Falls - Spa Weekend

Goodbye miserable workaholic and hello relaxed lady of leisure! Yep that's me right now, lying on a king size bed with fluffy pillows and getting ready for an hour of facials and massages, followed by a day of doing nothing but lounging in a pool and Jacuzzi, moving only to crawl into the steam and sauna room for a bit.

Don't Mind Me.....

So I might have splashed out a bit this weekend as I don't really do spas! Actually I think that the last one I went to was about three years ago, if not longer. My boyfriend, bless him does try and give me massages but they seem only suitable for those who have a high pain threshold and like being punched. So I was really looking forward to a bit of R&R this weekend at the adult only Cedar Falls Health Farm. 

Jacuzzi and Pool Area 

This place is the perfect retreat from working life, located just outside of Taunton, Somerset this old manor house has been converted into a gorgeous hotel and spa which aims to make you feel as if you are always at home. It also has, believe it or not, a pretty fascinating history (if you enjoy history and are a bit nerdy like me)! Think a bit along the lines of downtown abbey, but a bit smaller. Built in 1830 by a prestigious family, the Winters, the house became the centre of a feud (because if blocked the view of the hills) between them and the other man about the town, John Lethbridge of Devon. From then on the house passed to numerous people, finally becoming what it is today. 

The Drawing Room 

The idea behind this one of a kind place is simple: be the healthiest you can! You won't find any fried food or fizzy drinks here, mainly salads and mineral water (apart from a cheeky cream tea in the afternoon) It's great if you just need to get away from everyday life for a bit to rejuvenate and bring your batteries back to life. For me this included a bit of a trek around the local area into the village of Bishop's Lydeard, set against the backdrop of the Quantock hills, it really brought me back to my school days in good old Taunton School. 

The Gardens 

After the walk it was straight back to the spa for what can only realistically be described as more lounging, I'm not sure what it is about a Jacuzzi but even when my hands are more wrinkled than my grandma's it's an effort to get me out. 

This is hands down one of the most relaxing weekends I have had in a very long time, if ever and suddenly I can understand the appeal of being a sloth. Laziness aside though, I fully intend to come back here when I get the chance, mainly because it's amazing but also because it's affordable! We had a great all inclusive deal with the room, food, treatments and full use of the facilities and trust me I have very little interest in going back to London tomorrow - actually I have no interest. But I guess it must be done - I'm not sure if my masseuse's recommendations that I stay away from sitting in front of computers, lest I end up looking like Quazimodo, will warrant any time off work. 

One of the lesser health options on the menu - but hey who can't say no to sticky toffee pudding? 

Still best make the most of it while I can. Bring on the lovely aquajet massage treatment awaiting me in the morning!! 

Until next time...

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