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4 nice places with a fireplace

 I have a few dreams regarding the furnishing of my ultimate house. For example, an indoor pool and definitely a gym. Pure luxury. I want a mega soft and thick carpet in the bedroom(s). Also so incredibly chic. Or a minibar next to my bed. Oh yes, and I would also really like a fireplace in that same room. My god, how romantic and cozy that seems to me. And it smells so nice and crackles so pleasantly. Well, as long as I don't have that yet (small chance that this will even happen in my life), I will seek luxury elsewhere. Let's start with that fireplace. Nothing better than a restaurant or bar where you sit by the fire with just the two of you.

One of my favorite places to (almost) feel like you're out of the city. I worked there for more than a year, so I always get a friendly goodbye. It feels nice.

The lounge has very cozy corners where you can eat a bite very intimately and anonymously or just sit down for a cocktail. The spot by the fireplace is my favorite. Now it's not a real fireplace, but a modern thing that gives off a lot of fire and warmth. It's handy to serve that spot, as it's a popular seating area.

Let's stay a little longer at the hotels. You should know that I am a fan of hotel bars. You're away from the city for a bit, and I sometimes need that. Hotel V is located at Nesplein right next to the Dam. It's also a lovely place to flop down on the leather sofas around a large fireplace for a glass of wine or a cocktail. A cup of tea is also possible, of course.

This is nice. There is a mega fire basket/fireplace on the terrace. Inside, it's also incredibly cozy with lots of windows, wooden tables, and many groups coming to have drinks (the snack menu is also very tasty and extensive). Wrap a fleece blanket around you, and you can sit outside for hours.

In the mood for pasta vongole or rather spaghetti with a bit of shaved truffle? Then you go to Roberto’s in the Hilton hotel. You've probably heard of that hotel. He is one of the best Italian chefs in the city. In the middle of the restaurant, a large fireplace flickers, I admit it's gas, but it creates an incredibly cozy atmosphere. Just be careful when you walk by in your dress, because it could happen to you.