Guests say
Honey Cottage is a spacious and well-equipped property, ideal for group getaways and family gatherings. Guests consistently praise its beautiful setting, comfortable beds, and excellent on-site facilities such as pools and tennis courts. The kitchen is particularly well-stocked, and the location offers easy access to local attractions. While a few minor maintenance issues and occasional cleanliness concerns were noted, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests keen to return.
Most guests found the property spotlessly clean and tidy, with particular mention of fresh towels and well-kept interiors. A few reviews noted some outdoor areas and occasional insect issues, but these were exceptions rather than the norm.
The location is highly praised for its tranquil setting, proximity to lakes, and easy access to local attractions such as Cirencester and the Cotswolds. Guests appreciated the peaceful estate and beautiful views.
Guests found the house warm, cosy, and comfortable, with spacious rooms and quality beds. The property accommodates large groups well, though a few guests mentioned a preference for more twin beds for non-couples.
Facilities are a highlight, with guests enjoying the heated pools, tennis courts, and well-equipped kitchen. Minor issues such as limited parking and occasional maintenance needs were mentioned but did not detract significantly from the experience.
Some guests received thoughtful touches such as bubbly on arrival, though this is not guaranteed for all stays. Communication from hosts was generally praised, though there were isolated instances of miscommunication.
About this property
A luxurious water side lodge retreat sitting handsomely within the Award winning Lower Mill private estate, ideally located for exploring the Cotswolds and beyond. Nothing beats getting away from it all within a waterside location..
Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Smart TV
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Smart TV
Bedroom 3: Bunk (3ft) Beds, Pull Out Single (3ft) Bed (Child Only), Freeview TV
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Playstation 4, Woodburner, Patio Doors Leading To Terrace
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Wine Cooler, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washer Dryer, Patio Doors Leading To Terrace
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 4: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Smart TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included (Oct-Apr). Cot and highchairs. Welcome pack. Garden with terrace, sitting-out-area, garden furniture and BBQ (Apr-Oct). Gym (shared with other properties on-site). Swimming pool (shared with other properties on-site, 15m x 30m, depth 1m–2m) with shower facilities. Bike/surfboard/canoe store. Public car park, free of charge. No smoking. Please note: Fenced water hazard on grounds directly beyond the terrace. Spiral stairs links ground floor to the 1st floor terrace. Sorry, no hen or stag parties.. The Lower Mill Estate in Somerford Keynes, an award-winning exclusive destination featuring the very best contemporary waterfront homes. Situated on a private 450-acre natural reserve, the gated and managed estate comprises of woodland and meadows crossed by three rivers and surrounded by serene lakes. Honey Cottage is the perfect choice for those seeking a back to nature experience, whilst enjoying a truly luxurious abode. Designed over three floors, each floor is complete with impressive feature floor-to-ceiling windows. From every floor you can soak up the lakeside views and experience those fabulous evening sunsets. No expense has been spared with luxury fixture and fittings throughout. Each bedroom comes with top quality linens and the comfiest beds for the ultimate night’s sleep. The chefs of the group will enjoy state of art appliances for chopping and chatting whilst the Bluetooth speaker plays their favourite tunes and wine cooler chills both red and white to the ultimate cellar temperature. On those special occasion when you don’t feel like cooking for the clan, why not celebrate in style and find a local private chef to do the hard work for you whilst you pop the corks and quaff the champers. The open plan living space is fantastic hub for all, with supersized Smart TV great for those nights in when a movie marathon is on the agenda by the roaring wood burner. On those sunnier mornings and balmy evening, be sure to dine al fresco upon one of two decks.
Please note that a travel cot is available at the property but this will not be assembled unless requested at the time of booking, and no bedding is provided.
In addition to the facilities at Honey Cottage, guests get to experience and enjoy the estate’s ArtSpa, revive and indulge with indoor and outdoor heated pools, eco-pool, sauna, steam room, gym and treatments by arrangement. On the estate there is a tennis court, nature trails, cycle tracks, playground, lake equipment hire and a restaurant with a farm shop for stocking up yummy produce. There is shop and restaurant on-site for essentials (seasonal opening times).
Beyond your trendy retreat and within easy reach you will find many famous Cotswold villages and towns such as Cirencester, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water, Broadway and Cheltenham and Bath. The Cotswold Water Park just along the lane also offers a host of activities including water skiing, cable skiing, archery, shooting, paintballing, golf, aerial adventure, angling, horse riding, sailing, canoeing and rally driving. Cycle tracks, nature trails and fishing are all available locally. Pub serving food 1 mile.
Free WiFi
There are steps to external facilities.
No stag, hen or other party bookings allowed.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Code of Conduct [important]It is very important that you carefully read the attached Code of Conduct (CofC), the items highlighted in red are of particular importance. If all details are agreed, then simply send Liam a one-line email (stating arrival date/ property name & lead guest name on the subject line) & inserting the following text please,“I acknowledge receipt of the Code of Conduct and understand & agree to its conditions”.Please note that security require your acknowledgement of the Code of Conduct as a pre-requisite to entry, this is to safeguard the peace, tranquillity, and exclusivity of this very special country Estate.We really appreciate your prompt attention with this matter.
Liam Townsendliam@lake-view.biz 07825 636 820
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (20)
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Ruth Smith
The cottage was everything we expected to share a week with our family. Having stayed in another property on the site last year we knew what to expect. Our grandchildren made the most of the pools, water boards & canoes while we visited the nearby gardens including the impressive sculpture park. I would definitely recommend this holiday
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Andrew
Great space in a great location, every required was provided, good comms from host, facilities and staff also very good. Would return.
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Confirmed Guest
We were 9 friends staying. The hot water stood up to it very well, including the attic shower (often poor pressure-this is excellent) The only thing that got complicated was beds-because we were friends not couples, it would have suited us better to have had more twin rooms, rather than doubles. The kitchen was very well equipped ( I couldn't find a bread knife to begin with, then found it in the knife block-my fault). It was spotlessly clean, and worked well for us all