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Resort Roundup: Outdoor Fireplaces

Honeymoon at one of these hot hideaways and let the sparks fly in front of an outdoor fireplace.

by Jenna Mahoney
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Mirbeau Inn & Spa

Mirabeau Inn & SpaThis sprawling château property in upstate New York may remind you of a Monet painting, with its country gardens, private pond and romantic footbridge. Indulge in one of the inn’s spa treatments, and you’ll gain access to the Aqua Terrace, an open-air relaxation patio that features heated pools, waterfall massagers and a large stucco fireplace. No matter the season, you can unwind in the Jacuzzis or snuggle fireside, wrapped in plush heated towels. Indoors, you’ll find 14 treatment rooms, a large fitness center with a Pilates studio and herbal steam rooms. Each of the quaint inn’s 34 guest rooms and 4 private cottages are individually decorated to reflect a country-French aesthetic, with cozy overstuffed chairs, large claw-foot soaking tubs and indoor stone fireplaces (877-MIRBEAU; mirbeau.com).

JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa

Tuscon MarriottEnsconced in Tucson’s desert mountains is the grand JW Marriott Starr Pass resort. Taking advantage of the area’s natural beauty in its architecture, the property has a series of balconies and terraces with intimate seating areas and adobe fireplaces or fire pits. Claim one as yours, sink into sage-green cushions as you enjoy refreshing lemonade and the awesome views of saguaro cacti, pristine fairways and the city below. Come evening, head to the hotel’s main fire pit for a tequila tasting. Or stay at your perch and go for the private dining option, which offers catering from three of the resort’s seven restaurants. The smoke-free 575-room property also houses a spa, organic garden and golf facility (jwmarriottstarrpass.com).

*BRIDAL GUIDE EXCLUSIVE! Mention Bridal Guide and receive a special package, which includes a room for one night, room-service breakfast for two, a private tequila tasting and champagne and strawberries, all at a discounted rate. Go to bridalguide.com/deals for more information.

The Island Hotel

Island HotelA towering, two-tiered fireplace serves as the centerpiece of this 295-room ocean-view hotel in Southern California’s tony Newport Beach. The enormous white stone structure, which sits poolside, is surrounded by wrought-iron chairs and comfortable blue-striped chaises. It’s the perfect place to lounge early in the a.m. and cuddle après swim. In the evening, you can sip a glass of champagne as you watch the sun set over the property’s palm trees and expansive tropical gardens. Or splurge on the hotel’s ultraromantic five-course tasting menu for two which is served fireside and features caviar, citrus-infused canapés and wine pairings. Then linger over your favorite vintage, snuggle by the hearth and wish upon the twinkling stars above. All of the property’s guest rooms have large marble bathrooms, luxurious Egyptian bedding and balconies or patios with ocean or garden views. Area activities include golf, fishing, surfing and guided harbor cruises (888-554-4620; oceanfrontca.com).

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