Newly-weds are increasingly opting for quality over quantity when it comes to choosing their honeymoon, says Andalucian couples hideaway DDG Retreat.  This boutique bolt-hole, towering high above the Med, is proving a hot favourite for mini-moons, with more than half of the Retreat's post-wedding guests now booking short breaks.

Set in a private woodland estate, DDG Retreat – rated excellent by Trip Advisor – perches atop the pretty pueblo bianco of Casares, enjoying spectacular views across three countries, offering honeymooners all the romance and exotic ambience of a long haul destination, yet it's only a short hop from the UK. 

After the hustle and bustle of the wedding preparations, you can't beat a relaxing retreat for winding down and enjoying some topnotch 'we' time – and, according to Retreat owner Daria, their bookings show that many couples are preferring to spoil themselves with a few quality days closer to home, saving the longer honeymoon break for another time.

DDG Retreat http://www.ddgretreat.com/  is said by some to be amongst the most romantic places on the planet.  Here, couples can drink a toast to their new lives together with celebratory bubbles in their own private mountain-top hot tub; choose their favourite his and hers pillows for their four-poster from a special menu and tuck into a candle-lit dinner with sharing platters just made for two in a hideaway booth. For sheer romance, they can sleep under the stars in an alfresco bed - and, depending on the choice of casa can enjoy a soak in a private outdoor bath  or cool down in the seclusion of their own outdoor shower. 

For pampering, DDG Retreat also has a spa cabanah nestling amongst the trees and hotel facilities are of the calibre you would expect to find in larger resorts -  a stunning infinity pool with a variety of quiet chill-out areas; a gym, hammam and sauna, a tennis court, bikes to borrow and a courtyard dining area for guests.

Guests who would like to splash out, can indulge in butler service on board a yacht or choose to get their marriage off to a flying start with a hot air balloon ride over some of Spain's most spectacular scenery. 

Says Daria: “We have always attracted couples seeking a romantic, restful break – but we're finding that more and more mini-mooners are finding us. After the stress of the wedding preparations, they're happy to escape just for a few days to a place where they can instantly relax and enjoy some quality time together. Once you're on your own private terrace here lounging on your day bed or hammock with a glass of bubbles in hand, you really could believe you're on the other side of the world. All the romance and relaxation you could wish for and without an energy-sapping long, tiring flight– at a fraction of the price,” says Daria.

Need to Know: Champagne and flowers greet every honeymoon couple on arrival. Casas are each individually designed and prices vary - but rates start at 195 Euros per night, low season, and 230 Euros, high season for Casa Cipres on an accommodation-only basis based on 2 sharing. http://www.ddgretreat.com/rates/our-rates/ For Special Offers and packages, please check out the webiste. http://www.ddgretreat.com/

Nearest airports are Malaga (approx 1 hour) and Gibraltar (approx 45 mins). Car hire or transfers can be arranged.  Special packages are available for honeymooners. http://www.ddgretreat.com/packages/honeymoon-packages-destinations-spain/

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