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Cosy Cotswolds style cottage in a stunning location on the Lower Mill Estate

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, Netflix, table tennis, streaming services
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

Map
Somerford Keynes, England
  • Cotswold Country Park and Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Lakeside Ski & Wake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Cirencester Church
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Oxford (OXF)
    ‪66 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cirencester

This cottage places you next to Thames River and Thames Path. The cottage includes a balcony, a sofa bed, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Somerford Lagoon - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lakeside Ski & Wake - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Cirencester Church - 13 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Cirencester Park Polo Club - 20 min drive - 9.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kemble Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tesco Click+Collect - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Potting Shed Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Gateway Centre - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Best Kebab - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The White Hart Inn - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cosy Cotswolds style cottage in a stunning location on the Lower Mill Estate

Enjoy a 10% discount when booking for seven nights or more and a 20% discount for a stay of 28 nights or more.

Modelled on the style of local villages, Forge House is set in a secluded, traffic free location within the Water Garden in Mill Village on the exclusive Lower Mill Estate. Built in a traditional Cotswold style, this well furnished and welcoming property comprises of 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms a good sized lounge and dining area with cosy wood burning stove and French doors leading to an enclosed, secluded decked area, perfect for sitting and for children to play, with a small and shallow stream and lake beyond. The cottage is an excellent property for holidaying with friends and family.

Complimentary Wifi (fast connection) and Netflix is included and we welcome pets. A good-sized travel cot and high chair is available for our smaller guests. There is also a Dolce Gusto coffee machine, a BBQ and an outdoor wood fired pizza oven.

This delightful Cotswold stone cottage offers a tranquil haven for nature lovers (5 large lakes within 500 acres of secluded parkland). An outdoor heated swimming pool, sauna, tennis court, table tennis, playground and indoor soft play area complement this stunning property and is included in your stay. Please bring towels if you wish to use the pool - you will be provided with towels to use in the house.

Bikes, kayaks and canoes are available on site for rental and local fishing is also available on the estate. Please note that we do not have access to the onsite spa.

There is an allocated private parking space nearby the property and an overspill car park on the estate, which is free and a short five minute walk from Forge House.

Lower Mill Estate is a modern country estate providing safe, secure and breath-taking holiday homes, nestled within the tranquil Cotswold Water Park. It is mindfully designed around freshwater lakes, rivers and acres of untouched woodland, so you can enjoy some downtime from the crazy pace of urban life. The estate is home to a plethora of creatures great and small, thanks to its many lakes, meadows, woodlands and meandering rivers. More about the estate can be found here: https://lowermillestate.com

The Ballihoo restaurant, pizza shack and farm shop are exclusively for the use of Lower Mill Estate holidaymakers and offers a comprehensive breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks and takeaway menu. Diners can enjoy and purchase the finest and freshest local produce in a modern eco-friendly environment that delivers a true taste.

The village of Somerford Keynes is a 5-minute walk away and its village pub offers a warm welcome, home cooked food and real ales. Restaurant on site (opening days and hours seasonal).

Hen and stag parties are prohibited. All guests are asked to sign in advance a Code of Conduct governing behaviour at Lower Mill. This sets out the main Estate Rules and forms part of the rental contract. The Code of Conduct is designed to make all guests aware of the ethos of Lower Mill before they arrive and to promote consideration for others. This ensures that the expectations of both guests and owners are respected and that the enjoyment of Lower Mill is enhanced for all.

The historic town of Cirencester, which is known as the capital of the Cotswolds, with its beautiful church and town square is just 6 miles away. The picturesque Cotswold villages such as Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold and Chipping Campden are only a short drive away. Bath and Oxford are easily accessible for those who wish to explore further afield.
The cottage is heated and features a balcony and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with Netflix. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a microwave.

Property manager

Rupak

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Please be mindful of neighbours if smoking outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Cirencester, just steps from Thames River and Thames Path, and within a short walk of Somerford Lagoon. You'll also find Cotswold Country Park and Beach and Neigh Bridge Country Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Cosy Cotswolds style cottage in a stunning location on the Lower Mill Estate a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside cottage include Netflix as well as an outdoor pool and a sauna.

Does Cosy Cotswolds style cottage in a stunning location on the Lower Mill Estate have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this cottage.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

Are there rooms with balconies at Cosy Cotswolds style cottage in a stunning location on the Lower Mill Estate?

Yes, every accommodation at Cosy Cotswolds style cottage in a stunning location on the Lower Mill Estate comes with a balcony.

Cosy Cotswolds style cottage in a stunning location on the Lower Mill Estate Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely time

Beautiful site, lovely cottage Great break
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen L., Troon

Liked: Cleanliness

A beautiful place

Forge House is an extremely well equipped cottage set in the beautiful Mill village on the Lower Mill estate . It has everything one would need for a relaxing break .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Cheryl C., London uk

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely 3 good bathrooms in a 3 bedroom house.

Great big bbq. Dishwasher very small. Nice 3 different patio doors. But very dark and no views at all. Still had a lovely time here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cottage, great location and host super easy to deal with

Just wonderful.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janine E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous vacation

The property was outstanding, very clean and exactly as detailed. Everything we needed to make our stay perfect was in the property. Lovely decking area to the front and rear. The location is perfect, tennis, swimming pool and lakes were clean and easily accessible, we loved being in and in the lakes! There is so much to do in the surrounding area. We can honestly say that we will be returning.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely property

We stayed a week in July 2021. Lower mill estate is fabulous and the property is in a beautiful location on the estate.

10/10 Excellent

Kristine K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay! Charming Cotswolds!

Excellent accommodation! Well-equipped for a young family. Perfect location! Host was very responsive and kind. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay - photos don't do it justice

Lovely property, photos really don't do it justice! The cottage has everything you need. The only downside we could find (and it really wasn't a big deal!) was that we couldn't get any TV channels, but there is Netflix available to use.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Advitya Indra S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent property!

Nice clean property great for families and friends. The owner has thought of every little detail and lovingly maintained it with all creature comforts. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021