6 Charming Rural Escapes for a Romantic Valentines Getaway

Extremadura offers a unique blend of natural beauty, history, and tranquillity that makes it an ideal destination for a romantic escape. The region’s casas rurales, lodges and hotels capture the essence of this charm, providing cosy, intimate settings that are invariably surrounded by stunning landscapes.

Here are six rural guesthouses that stand out for their romantic atmosphere, authentic architecture and warm back-country hospitality.

La Dehesa de Don Pedro, just outside Monesterio (in Extremadura’s deep south), sets the scene for an easy, unhurried Valentine’s escape. Rooms are calming and comfortable, with garden views and the sort of quiet sense of relaxation that encourages late mornings and slow conversations. Days drift by between the infinity pool, sun terrace and leafy gardens, perhaps with a leisurely stroll, yoga session or a shared workout in the afternoon before retreating to the bar for a glass of wine. Mornings begin with generous breakfasts and the restaurant leans gently into romance, serving honest Spanish cuisine and local dishes that invite lingering mealtimes. This property is close enough to Seville for convenience, yet blissfully removed from everyday noise.

Glamping El Regajo Valle del Jerte, tucked into the green folds of the Jerte Valley (near El Torno), feels made for a romantic escape that favours privacy and views over fuss and bustle. Wake to dawn mist lifting off the mountains or sunlight spilling onto your balcony, and revel in the quiet pleasure of breakfast brought to your door. Pass the morning between the garden and terrace, or soaking in the hot tub with nothing but birdsong and distant hills for company. By afternoon, wander hand in hand through the valley or retreat indoors to comfort and deep calm. This venue is conveniently close to medieval walled towns and mountain villages (be sure to visit Galisteo or the haunting 'Mirador de la Memoria' viewpoint), yet blissfully remote when all you need is each other.

Almazara de San Pedro is made for couples craving space, stillness and a touch of grown-up romance. This adults-only retreat in the hills above Eljas offers airy rooms with garden and pool views, where doors open onto terraces and time seems to loosen its grip. Mornings begin softly with fresh pastries, fruit juice, cheese and the celebrated local jamón. There’s an infinity pool and garden with plenty of shady corners. As evening settles, the restaurant becomes the heart of the house, serving Mediterranean and local dishes that invite lingering over candlelight and wine. It’s an escape that favours intimacy, calm and the luxury of doing very little - together.

Finca Vergel, tucked away in the gentle countryside of Gata, is designed for unhurried mornings. This elegant four-star lodge pairs calm luxury with wide, open views: a swimming pool that gazes out across the landscape, a sun terrace made for shared glasses of wine, and a garden where time seems to loosen its grip. There’s even an open-air bath - perfect for soaking beneath the sky with nothing on the agenda but each other. Inside, the mood remains quietly indulgent. Whether you curl up in the lounge or plan a day out exploring (with help from the tour desk) everything flows at an easy pace. The rooms are a pleasure to retreat to after sunset with moonlit views over the garden or pool. A nightcap on the terrace becomes part of the ritual, one of those small moments that adds up to something unforgettable.

Casa Rural La Pajarona, in the tranquil village of Siruela, offers a cosy, intimate retreat. Morning sunlight spilling onto the sun terrace or a leisurely dip in the seasonal outdoor pool set the tone for days to be savoured together. Wander through the garden hand in hand or challenge each other in the games room - there’s a gentle rhythm here that encourages shared moments and quiet laughter. For a touch of indulgence, the solarium invites you to linger, a perfect prelude to an evening under the stars. This casa rural blends comfort, charm and attentive service to create a romantic escape that feels timeless - a pause from the world where the focus is just on the two of you.

Palacio de Arenales & Spa provides a dreamy backdrop for a romantic holiday. Nestled in a grove of centuries-old olive trees, just outside Cáceres, the elegant rooms and suites of this 17th-century palace invite you to unwind with long breakfasts in bed and lingering dinners at the Las Corchuelas restaurant, where local flavours and fine wine set the mood. In the afternoon stroll through fragrant gardens before slipping into the spa for a soothing hydrothermal circuit and couple’s massage. By evening, candlelit moments and star-studded skies make it easy to lose track of time.

Having checked into one of these delightful venues you might never want to leave. Don’t forget though that rolling hills, golden plains and ancient villages are never more than a stone’s throw away. Secluded riverside trails and pristine dehesa forests tempt you to slip even more deeply into the slow pace of country life. It’s all part of the irresistible 'romance of Extremadura'.