{"id":29095,"date":"2013-10-30T09:30:45","date_gmt":"2013-10-29T23:30:45","guid":{"rendered":"\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/vc\/blog\/?p=29095"},"modified":"2015-03-12T12:08:55","modified_gmt":"2015-03-12T02:08:55","slug":"say-i-do-to-the-sebel-resort-spa-hawkesbury-valley","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lastminute.co.nz\/vc\/blog\/say-i-do-to-the-sebel-resort-spa-hawkesbury-valley\/","title":{"rendered":"Say I will, to the Sebel Resort & Spa Hawkesbury Valley"},"content":{"rendered":"
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When you imagined your wedding day as a child, did you paint a picture-perfect setting in your mind? I bet the sun was shining, there were manicured gardens and a lake with a water feature.<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Am I right? How romantic! <\/p>\n

Well, your seven year old self will be pleased to know that such a magical setting exists 50 minutes outside of Sydney. That\u2019s right, the enchanted Sebel Resort & Spa Hawkesbury Valley<\/a> is exactly what dreams are made of.<\/p>\n

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Starry-Eyed Stays<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Meanwhile in a not so far away land (Sydney), a lady (me) grew tired of the city noise. Short of a fairy godmother\u2019s timely rescue, a refreshing getaway is surely the key to rejuvenation. So I packed my belongings (including Mr LML) and set off for the Hawkesbury Valley.<\/p>\n

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\"Lake,<\/a>
\nWe pull up at the resort and spend a considerable time gawking at its tranquil beauty, our worries disappearing with every minute that passes. In a renewed state of calm, we check-in and float past more dreamy gardens until we arrive at our, anything but, humble abode. The work of a true romantic, the room is equipped with a fireplace, a spa bath and an oversized bed. I know what you\u2019re thinking, where\u2019s the string quartet to serenade me, right? Well, 3 out of 4 dreams come true ain\u2019t bad. <\/p>\n

\"Resort,<\/a>
\n\"Room,<\/a>
\nA Royal Splash<\/strong> <\/p>\n

We reluctantly leave the romance infused room to explore the rest of the resort. We soon discover an inviting heated pool, spa and sauna. If you\u2019re not one to make a splash, grab a refreshing drink, a good book (or a trashy mag) and enjoy the serenity from a comfy banana lounge.<\/p>\n

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The rest of the resort is eight acres of delightful. It\u2019s no wonder many brides choose the resort\u2019s green landscape as the backdrop for their fairy tale wedding.<\/p>\n

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\"Lake,<\/a>
\n\"Pool,<\/a>
\n\"Inside<\/a>
\nPamper Passion<\/strong>
\nA relaxing getaway without a pamper sesh, is like Champagne without the bubbles-it\u2019s just not right. And at the Sebel Resort, a Villa Thalgo Spa<\/a> treatment is a must. More like an oversized mansion, this day spa oozes opulence at every corner. The grand entrance, the relaxation lounge, the private courtyard and of course, the soothing treatment rooms.<\/p>\n

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After browsing the spa menu for about 10 hours, I opt for a decadent facial. With 12 years of experience behind her, my therapist Angela, gives me an express pass to bliss town. Angela also adds in a relaxing neck, scalp and lymphatic massage which is the icing on this already scrumptious cake.<\/p>\n

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\"Spa,<\/a>
\nA Mighty Seafood Tower<\/strong> <\/p>\n

A seafood platter is for the meek. A seafood tower is for real, self-respecting holiday makers. All things fresh and delicious are served up at the Sebel\u2019s Harvest Restaurant<\/a>. There\u2019s Blue swimmer crab, gigantic garlic prawns, Balmain bugs, chilli salt squid, Boston Bay mussels, scallops, Sydney rock oysters, juicy flathead fillets and lots more.<\/p>\n

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If you don\u2019t have the ferocious appetite of a shark, go for other enticing options on the a la carte menu. How does Sous Vide chicken supreme with chorizo chips, zucchini flowers and white wine foam sound? How about a juicy grass fed beef tenderloin with roasted beetroot, carrots, potatoes and smoked eggplant puree?<\/p>\n

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We devour our seafood tower in no time and start on the dessert menu. The caramelised figs with a roquefort fondue is a close second to the tantalising peanut butter mousse with caramelised banana and raspberries. We lick the last skerrick off the plate before collapsing into a food coma.<\/p>\n

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\"Dinner,<\/a>
\nHappily Ever After<\/strong> <\/p>\n

I can truly say that relaxation, pampering and indulgence was achieved in just a weekend at the Sebel. Whether you\u2019re a hopeless romantic or a city escapee, this resort choice will give you the happily ever after<\/i> you are seeking\u2026at least for the weekend anyway.<\/p>\n

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