About this property
Enjoying striking contemporary design, vaulted ceilings to the stunning living space, a rear elevation made almost entirely of glass, a modern log burning stove for cooler evenings, lakeside decks complete with alfresco dining, four beautifully decorated bedrooms and fabulous west facing views of Howells Mere Lake, Jackdaw is a wonderful base for a family of eight or a group of friends.
Jackdaw is located on a prestigious, first-class development just south of Cirencester. Guests enjoy a perfect balance of blissful relaxation and exciting adventure with excellent organised activities. Within hundreds of acres of lush greenspace, you will discover nine beautiful lakes, two rivers, stunning picnic spots, woodland and miles of lakeside and river trails, suitable for hiking or biking. Guests enjoy canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, sailing and fishing, a luxury award-winning spa, an on-site restaurant, a well-equipped Technogym, tennis courts, a library, a ‘restful reading’ lounge and a fantastic children’s playpark. The spa boasts a steam room, sauna and three gorgeous swimming pools, one of which is a bracing eco-pool naturally filtered by water lilies. During peak holiday seasons, children can attend children’s clubs with a huge range of fun activities. On your doorstep, you can also enjoy the the delights of the Cotswolds.
Jackdaw is a gem of a holiday home and is furnished to a very high standard. This four bedroom accommodation is incredibly spacious and feels airy and bright with the astounding glazed rear elevation. Three delightful bedrooms are located on the ground floor including the exquisite master bedroom suite. This luxurious bedroom retreat enjoys terrace access with spectacular lake views as well as a gorgeous en-suite bathroom. You will also find another double room and a twin which share the pristine, contemporary family bathroom. The final bedroom is situated on the second floor mezzanine where it enjoys far reaching views over the living area to the lake and an en-suite bathroom.
The first floor is home to a striking open plan living space with double height aspect and a vaulted ceiling. It takes full advantage of the stunning views with its fully glazed rear elevation and feels luxurious and cavernous. A sumptuous sofa and comfortable chairs surround the modern wood burning stove, a lovely spot for family games or to watch the television. You can dine with in style with a view at Jackdaw. The dining suite is luxurious and next to the very contemporary, well-equipped kitchen.
The lakeside balcony is wonderful, enjoying its west facing position and the extraordinary vistas. It is just perfect for alfresco dining using the barbecue or early morning sunrise.
Jackdaw enjoys a impressive lakeside position within a gated resort in the heart of the Cotswolds. Just south of Cirencester, guests enjoy many entertainment options within the development as well as being located on the doorstep of fabulous Cotswolds attractions. The Cotswolds boasts idyllic villages, historic towns, a rich heritage of country houses, stunning gardens, wildlife parks, arboretums and enchanting nature reserves. Popular visits are to Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, Tetbury, Cirencester, Malmesbury and Lacock as well as the regency pleasures of Cheltenham and the Georgian glories of Bath which are less than twenty miles away.
Bourton-on-the-Water, like most of the Cotswolds, lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is the Venice of the Cotswolds with beautiful bridges crossing the River Windrush. Gorgeous cosy cafes line the pretty streets together with houses made with enchanting honey coloured Cotswold stone.
Stow-on-the-Wold is a delightful market town, the highest of the Cotswold towns exposed on the 800 feet high Stow Hill at the crossroads with the Roman Fosse Way. The town boasts a fascinating history. At the height of the Cotswold wool industry, it held annual fairs where as many as 20000 sheep were sold at one time. The Market Square is very attractive with its ancient cross, town stocks and an elegant array of Cotswold town houses and shops. You will find many fine antique shops, art galleries, gift and craft shops.
Tetbury is another historic wool town. It is an architectural gem with many of the wool merchant’s houses remaining the same as they were in the 16th and 17th centuries. The Parish Church of St Mary’s has one of the tallest and most elegant spires in the UK. Tetbury is popular for its independent shops including antique shops, vintage and interior shops, exclusive boutiques and the Highgrove shop. Tetbury holds many regular events including the May Day Wacky Races, the Spring Bank Holiday Woolsack Races when contestants carry 65lb woolsacks up and down the 1 in 4 hill, the August Summer Show, the September Food and Drink Festival, the October Tetbury Music Festival and the Christmas Lights Switch-on.
Close by, visitors can enjoy the stunning botanical experience of the National Arboretum at Westonbirt, the glorious Elizabethan Chavenage House used for many famous films and TV series, the beautiful Arts and Crafts Manor at Rodmarton, the 13th century Lacock Abbey and HRH Prince of Wales’ stunning garden at Highgrove. Local equestrian events such as the Badminton Horse Trials, Gatcombe Festival of British Eventing and Beaufort Polo are all popular.
Accommodation
The House
Jackdaw is a lovely four bedroom house at Lower Mill. There are three ground floor bedrooms and a further double bedroom to the second floor mezzanine. The wood-burning stove to the living area and the large ground floor deck facing West over Howells Mere, all make for a very popular holiday rental.
Ground Floor
- Master bedroom with king size bed, access to a balcony and en-suite shower room
- Bedroom with double bed
- Bedroom with two single beds
- Family bathroom
First Floor
- Large living room with wood burning stove, sofa, two armchairs, satellite TV and access to the balcony
- Open plan dining area for 8 people and access to the balcony
- Well equipped kitchen with washer/dryer, dishwasher, oven and gas hob, fridge/freezer
Top Floor
- Bedroom with a double bed
Exterior Grounds
- Decking area and balconies
- Outdoor dining
- Parasol
- Barbecue
- Parking space (1 car)
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi connection
- Central heating
- Spa access
- Cot and high chair (upon request, extra price, see T&Cs)