Lakeside Cotswold house in stunning private nature reserve- Lower Mill Estate.

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

About this house rental

Situated in Cotswold District, this lovely house for R 9,282 per night is a great option for your next vacation. Hoopoe Cottage is a modern 4 bedroom lakeside house in the exclusive Lower Mill Estate, a beautiful 550 acre nature reserve with an award-winning spa, indoor/outdoor pools and plenty of activities to enjoy. Hoopoe Cottage sleeps 10 people with a maximum of 8 adults very comfortably in four bedrooms, with a travel cot available for a baby or toddler. It is the perfect location for multi generational family groups. The large rear deck with frameless balustrade keeps little ones safe without affecting the view and faces south west with sun all day from around 11am, perfect for sunset drinks. This leads on to our private jetty to access the lake, which is suitable for kayaks, paddle boards or Canadian canoes etc. The living area opens out to a decking area overlooking the lake, and two of the bedrooms have a shared balcony with 2 egg chairs to enjoy the stunning views over the lake. The open plan living area has a wood-burning stove, 40 inch TV with Freeview channels and a chromecast, with ultra-fast fibre broadband. There is a sofa suitable for 4 adults with a further 4 additional armchairs. The kitchen is fully equipped with a dining table that can comfortably seat 8 adults with 2 high chairs available. Ground floor: Kitchen, living/dining room and bathroom. First floor: 1 king bedroom with ensuite, 1 double bedroom, main bathroom and a children's bedroom with a single bed and bunk bed. Top floor = 1 king bedroom with ensuite, with pop up single bed available. Travel cots available on request. The house is suitable for a maximum of 8 adults as the bunk bed is not suitable for adults. We are environmentally conscious and our housekeeper uses only vegan and biodegradable products. The house is located in the heart of the exclusive Lower Mill Estate, and a 2 minute walk to the luxury spa and swimmings pools and the on-site cafe/bistro Balihoo. It is centrally located to take advantage of the tennis courts, MUGA play area, outdoor playgrounds, trampoline, soft play barn, 7 lakes, on-site water sports equipment and bike hire, abundant wildlife, and lovely walks. Electric car charging points available on the estate. Lower Mill Estate and local area: We can supply a wealth of ideas about local attractions and activities to make your holiday even more special. There are regular events and festivals at Lower Mill Estate, mainly themed around its wildlife and ecological commitment. There are lake beaches nearby, sailing/windsurfing/waterskiing/kayaking lessons, golf, angling and many more active pursuits. For quieter days out, there are stately homes, a safari park, Roman remains, great shopping, and wonderful local pubs and restaurants. Private chef's are welcome to come to the house and recommendations can be provided. The whole house is for our guests' exclusive use, with access to Lower Mill Estate's on-site spa with 3 pools plus all the other estate facilities included in the price. Spa treatments, soft play and activity hub bookings are at an additional cost and can be booked directly via the Lower Mill website. To preserve tranquility the Lower Mill Estate has a Code of Conduct that all guests must adhere too, including no bookings of single sex groups over 6 people. Anyone in breach of the Code of Conduct may be fined or asked to leave the estate immediately. We provide contactless entry via our Ring doorbell and electronic lock.

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Dishwasher

Hot Tub / Spa

Gym / Fitness Center

Garden

Map of Cotswold District

Nearby attractions

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

31.54 miles

Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

16.15 miles

WWT Slimbridge

19.77 miles

Stratford Butterfly Farm

39.25 miles

Lakeside Cotswold house in stunning private nature reserve- Lower Mill Estate.

4.8

Outstanding(61 Reviews)

House in Cotswold District

10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen / Kitchenette and more

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About this house rental

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Dishwasher

Hot Tub / Spa

Gym / Fitness Center

Garden

Map of Cotswold District

Nearby attractions

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

31.54 miles

Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

16.15 miles

WWT Slimbridge

19.77 miles

Stratford Butterfly Farm

39.25 miles

Reviews

4.8/5.0

Outstanding(61 Reviews)

5.0

Jun 2022

Beautiful restful place.

Beautiful restful place.

We were five friends and partners who hadn't been able to celebrate big birthdays last year so this provided the perfect place to do that. The restaurant on site was good both for dinner and breakfast.

5.0

Oct 2021

Hoopoe Cottage and Somerford Keynes was everything we expected and more. The two bedrooms with the lake views were fab. The terrace had ample space and comfy seats. We appreciated goodies and milk when we arrived. Thank you to host Nicola. Could have done with a mirror in double bedroom for hairdrying. Will definitely be recommending to family and friends and would love to stay again

5.0

Sep 2021

Getaway bliss

Getaway bliss

5.0

Sep 2021

We wanted a holiday where all 3 generations could have a week together in comfort. Hoopoe Cottage surpassed our expectations, it is clean, modern, comfortable and set in a beautiful location. All the staff we met were friendly and helpful, what more could you ask for? Thank you Nicola, for opening your holiday home up for us. We will certainly recommend it to others.

5.0

Aug 2021

Excellent, clean, spacious, well-equipped accommodation with lots of extras to help us enjoy our stay.

5.0

Aug 2021

A wonderful week in the Cotswolds

A wonderful week in the Cotswolds

5.0

Aug 2021

Family Holiday

Family Holiday

Excellent, clean, spacious, well-equipped accommodation with lots of extras to help us enjoy our stay.

5.0

Jul 2021

Had a lovely weekend away with friends at Hoopoe cottage. Lower Mills estate is beautiful and so relaxing. Really enjoyed the facilities. Everything we needed was at the house and great communication with the host. Highly recommend.

5.0

Jul 2021

Great house for a relaxing weekend

Great house for a relaxing weekend

4.0

Jun 2021

Great family spot with loads to do

Great family spot with loads to do

Communication with owners was excellent in run up to stay and property is a great size with everything you could need inside. Excellent for adults as well as for people travelling with small children. Loads to do nearby and brilliant facilities on site.

5.0

May 2021

Lovely House, great place to stay

Lovely House, great place to stay

We had a lovely time celebrating a 30th birthday. Great place to stay with a nice little restaurant on site.

5.0

May 2021

Lovely location fabulous accommodation and v supportive owners

5.0

May 2021

Hoopoe

Hoopoe

Lovely location fabulous accommodation and v supportive owners

5.0

Nov 2020

Easy process from start to finish

5.0

Oct 2020

Tranquil

Tranquil

Easy process from start to finish

5.0

Oct 2020

Excellent Stay!

Excellent Stay!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The cottage is beautifully decorated, cozy and so well equipped it instantly felt like home. Nicola’s communication prior and during the stay made booking so easy.

4.0

Aug 2020

A good place to stay. Clean, tidy and spacious. Great location and happy to stay there again.

4.0

Aug 2020

Great Place to Stay

Great Place to Stay

A good place to stay. Clean, tidy and spacious. Great location and happy to stay there again.

5.0

Jul 2020

Lovely stay

Lovely stay

This is a lovely property that is well looked after. Clean, tidy, and has a lovely decking to the rear where you can watch the sunset. Large bedrooms, and comfortable seating area.

5.0

Jan 2020

Excellent Xmas Vacation

Excellent Xmas Vacation

The house was a perfect fit for the family and we were able to enjoy a relaxing break. Property owner was great to work with and we had no issues during our stay. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend or return.

5.0

Sep 2019

Great big birthday weekend away!

Great big birthday weekend away!

We went away to celebrate a family members big birthday. The location was great and the house contained everything needed for a large group. We had a 1 year old with us who loved seeing the ducks roam around the estate. The swimming facilities were great and we even got use out of the outdoor pools as the weather was so nice.

4.0

Sep 2019

Family celebration

Family celebration

A very easy booking. Victoria gaves us all the information we needed to find the property. The house was perfect for 5 adults and a toddler. The house was very well equipped

5.0

Aug 2019

A spacious house with access to great facilities

A spacious house with access to great facilities

Great communication. Great location for the indoor and outdoor pool. 3 tennis courts, playground and walks ..highly recommend the 40 minute walk along the Thames Path to The White Hart in Ashton Keynes. Highly recommend.

5.0

Jul 2019

Hoopoe holiday!

Hoopoe holiday!

We had a fantastic time starting at Hoopoe cottage. Thanks so much Victoria for your well equipped holiday home, not to mention the perfect setting. Just right for our family from Grandads to 8 year old fish, including visitors from Australia. We hope you'll consider us for a return stay next year.

5.0

Jul 2019

Couldn't have been better

Couldn't have been better

Fantastic location, extremely clean and provided everything we could have needed

4.0

Jun 2019

Nice weekend Break

Nice weekend Break

Nicely situated property with view over lake and easy walking distance to Spa and Restaurant. Bedrooms nicely furnished with comfy beds. Large kitchen was fully equipped and the lounge seating area was comfortable for 6 of us, as was the dining room table.

5.0

May 2019

Exactly what we needed

Exactly what we needed

Property had exactly what we needed for our stay. Victoria was a great host and very responsive to all questions and requests.

5.0

Jan 2019

great spot for a winter break

great spot for a winter break

The house was very well equipped for 2 families with plenty of kit in the kitchen, bedding, towels and everything else to make the trip easy and comfortable. Low Mill Estate is a great environment for families with kids and we particularly enjoyed having the use of the pool all week. Really good place for a family get together.

5.0

Dec 2018

Lovely comfortable house with great views

Lovely comfortable house with great views

We had a fantastic weekend at Hoopoe Cottage celebrating a “big” birthday with family. Lots to do at Lower Mill, spa pools were very popular and we had some nice walks and pub lunches nearby. House had everything we needed, plenty of room to relax and we had a bit of sunshine while we were there so the lake views were great.

4.0

Nov 2018

Great facilities although a little tired

Great facilities although a little tired

The property has a great position with the patio overlooking the lake and close to the spa centre, restaurant and playgrounds. The accommodation was perfect for our needs, there were 6 adults and 3 children, however the lounge furniture and some carpets could do with cleaning as they are heavily stained. The kitchen is well equipped for all your cooking needs.

5.0

Oct 2018

Lower Mill Estate - Hoopoe Cottage

Lower Mill Estate - Hoopoe Cottage

We were a group of 8 who stayed at Hoopoe Cottage from the 04/10 to 07/10/2018. The cottage is well furnished and well equipped with everything one would need. Victoria was easily contactable and replied quickly to any questions we had. The on site restaurant, Ballihoo, serves good food, but we found a glass of wine at £8 a little expensive. We would recommend the on site swimming pools - 1 indoor and 1 outdoor - both heated, with the steam room and sauna, and clean changing areas and spa. Lots to see and do in the area, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to return soon. Peter, Ester, Mark, Glynnis, Chris, Charlotte, Nicky and Paul.

4.0

Sep 2018

Lovely surroundings, lots to do and see

Lovely surroundings, lots to do and see

Accomadation exactly as described shame the hedge was so high we couldn't view the lake.

5.0

Aug 2018

Peaceful, clean and well situated.

Peaceful, clean and well situated.

This is an ideal family retreat and everything was thought of to ensure the family could have a stress free holiday. Peaceful, but not pretentious, with a range of walks and other activities nearby. You can even start the long walk to London via the Thames path. We walked along this but didn’t quite reach London however what we did walk was very charming. We had a 7 year old in the party who loved the ducks and different birds and our middle daughter married from the cottage so we had the opportunity to take many photos around the lake. Overall a pleasant family stay in a property which was big enough for the 8 of us and we would definitely return. The heated pools were a great addition and all staff at the spa were friendly and courteous. Thank you to everyone.

4.0

Jun 2018

perfect house for a family celebration ages 6-60

perfect house for a family celebration ages 6-60

Lovely property great views from 2 bedroom balconies Outdoor space to make the most of the weather Enjoyed the pools on site and Ballihoo restaurant Well equipped plenty of room for 8 adults and 1 child.

3.0

Jun 2018

Property in good location

Property in good location

This property was rather disappointing and did not meet our expected standard. In my opinion this property is better suited to accommodate 8, plus cot/put up bed. Lower Mill and surrounding areas have lots to offer, walking, water sports, wildlife and nature trails. Lower Mill has a lot to offer, including a super spa and pool, plus two outdoor pools, cycle hire (great safe cycling areas for all the family). Facilities for young children are well catered for, including treasure trail, which my grandchildren loved.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Cotswold District?

The average price for a rental in Cotswold District is R 3,215 per night. This rental is R 6,067 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Lakeside Cotswold house in stunning private nature reserve- Lower Mill Estate. . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Lakeside Cotswold house in stunning private nature reserve- Lower Mill Estate. . Enjoy the water!

Is Lakeside Cotswold house in stunning private nature reserve- Lower Mill Estate. pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Lakeside Cotswold house in stunning private nature reserve- Lower Mill Estate. ?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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Lakeside Cotswold house in stunning private nature reserve- Lower Mill Estate.

About this house rental

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Map of Cotswold District

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Lakeside Cotswold house in stunning private nature reserve- Lower Mill Estate.

House in Cotswold District

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Cotswold District

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Cotswold District?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Lakeside Cotswold house in stunning private nature reserve- Lower Mill Estate. pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Lakeside Cotswold house in stunning private nature reserve- Lower Mill Estate. ?

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