Resting along British Columbia’s serene Sunshine Coast, Rockwater Secret Cove Resort at Halfmoon Bay helps you get up close and personal with nature with their new, luxury Tenthouse Suites. Offering views of the nearby cove and Malaspina Strait, these sumptuous tents, located high among the arbutus trees overlooking the ocean, feature king-sized beds, heated slate floors, fine linens, propane fireplaces, private verandas, and hydrotherapy tubs. Rooms are also available in cabins along the water’s edge and in the main lodge. Daily water shuttles transport guests to local beaches. In the property’s Spa Without Walls, you’ll experience Hungary’s Éminence Organic Skin Care products, along with Thai massage, facials, manicures and pedicures, and such specialties as the Bliss Massage and Rockwater Signature Massage. “The Spa Without Walls at Rockwater has a strong connection to nature and is aligned to the outdoor experiences that abound at Rockwater,” explains owner Kevin Toth. “We’ve teamed up the Éminence organic product line with the best massage therapists on the Sunshine Coast to create an ambiance that is both soothing and rejuvenating. Our Spa Tenthouse, a new addition, welcomes guests during the winter months. The luxury Tenthouse is warmed by a propane fireplace, and the sound of the wind and waves outside adds a new dimension to spa treatments.” Executive Chef Steven Ewing showcases fresh, sustainably produced, seasonal ingredients, choosing organic produce, meats, and dairy whenever possible. As part of the Gourmet Moonlight Kayak trip to a nearby deserted island (suitable for even novice paddlers), Ewing and his culinary team will prepare a gourmand dinner accompanied by area wines. Afterwards, it’s home to your suite among the treetops to dream among the leafy branches. For more information visit www.rockwatersecretcoveresort.com
– D.B.
March/April 2008
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