If you have neither the time nor the money to escape to sunnier climes this winter, head to The Beach Sun Retreat in “Garden of England”, Kent. This break brings you the best of the British countryside without the worst of the British weather – with sunshine at the flick of a switch.

The boutique 5* residence has transformed its lower ground floor into a multisensory tropical paradise – with sand, the sounds of the sea and, most spectacularly, sunshine! The warming 30 degree imitation rays ensure a guaranteed dose of sunlight (and even a gentle tan) all year round.

Real Sunlight technology is most famously used at the Harley Street Wholistic Medical Centre for its numerous health benefits; strengthening the immune system, stimulating circulation and increasing vitamin D production, to name but a few. The innovative therapy is also used to relieve joint and muscle pain from arthritis and fibromyalgia and is the most effective treatment for Seasonal Affective Disorder.  So this is more than just a holiday – it’s a therapeutic treatment!

Also available at the retreat are yoga lessons, art classes, a cinema room complete with popcorn machine and a party room with vinyl decks. Oh, and there’s also a sandy beach and beautiful countryside on the doorstep, if you feel the need to venture out into the real world.

http://www.beachsunretreat.com/index.html - the perfect staycation prize