Neigh Bridge Country Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens - 36 min drive - 30.1 miles
Cheltenham Racecourse - 39 min drive - 28.9 miles
Getting around
Kemble Station - 19 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 11 min drive
The Lodge At The Lake - 7 min drive
Cirencester Best Kebab - 11 min drive
The Crown - 10 min drive
Pizzeria 720 - 7 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.
Howells Mere 16, Indian Summer - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms
Indian Summer is a stunning glass fronted lakeside house set in a 550-acre beautiful nature reserve. It has excellent onsite facilities & activities, with luxury spa access, swimming pools, Watersports, bike hire, tennis, restaurant, bar & pizza shack.
Sleeping up 4 with 2x bedrooms & 2x bathrooms it has 1x double ensuite, 1x twin. Outside decking area with seating and Jetty for direct lake access. Open plan living area leading to a upper balcony with charcoal BBQ . Sorry, no pets allowed.
Ground Floor
Bedroom * 5' Double bed * Doors leading to west facing deck * En-suite * Bath with shower over * WC & Basin
Bedroom * 2 x 3' Single beds * Doors leading to west facing deck
Family Bathroom * Shower * WC & Basin
Outside - Lower Deck * West facing fully enclosed sun deck * Direct lake access via jetty * Outdoor seating * Steps leading to upper balcony
First Floor
Living/dining area * L Shape 4/5 seat sofa * Log burning stove * Sliding glass doors to balcony * 32" smart TV & separate DVD player * Dining table with seating for 6
Kitchen * 5 ring gas hob * Double oven & grill * Dishwasher * Built in Microwave * Built in fridge/freezer (60/40) * Nespresso Magimix Coffee Machine * Washing Machine
Outside - Balcony * West facing sun deck * Steps leading to lower deck * Outdoor seating & table * Charcoal BBQ
Second Floor
Snug/Games Attic Room * 32" games TV * Wii console & selection of games * Low level seating/futon Bathroom * Shower, WC & Basin
* 550 acres of private Nature Reserve, including seven Lakes & three Rivers * Excellent Water Sports - Paddle boarding, kayak, canoe & rowing boats * Somerford Lagoon can only be used for non-powered water sports between the 1st of April and the 30th of September * In order to minimise disturbance to overwintering wildfowl, the footpaths to the Southern and Eastern edge of Somerford Lagoon are not accessible from the 1st of October to the 31st of March * Spinney Lake is available for non-powered water sports all year. * Bike Hire & Trails * Excellent & varied Fishing * Tennis Courts & 3G artificial turf multi-use games area * Activity Hub - Bookable activities * Ballihoo Restaurant & Clubhouse Bar * Pizza Shack & Takeaway * Children's play area * Soft play - charges apply * No large single sex parties are permitted on site
Lower Mill Estate Spa
* Free use of the world-class Spa, treatments extra * Indoor & outdoor heated pools * Outdoor eco-pool allows you to swim amongst reeds and lilies * Extensive selection of natural, holistic & nurturing GAIA spa treatments * State of the art, fully equipped Technogym * Beautifully landscaped gardens * Children are welcome if accompanied by an adult
Local Area
* Local & walkable village pub, lakeside Restaurants & Cafe's nearby * Wide choice of local Water Sports, activities & attractions nearby * Close to Cirencester and convenient for exploring the Cotswolds * Good transport links (approx. 1.5 hours from West London)
The vacation home features 3 bathrooms and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms.
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)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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: 21
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
657979
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do close to this vacation home?
Located steps from Somerford Lagoon, this vacation home is in Cirencester, and within a 10-minute walk of Thames River and Thames Path. You'll also find Cotswold Country Park and Beach and Lakeside Ski & Wake within a short drive.
How much does it cost to stay at Howells Mere 16, Indian Summer - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?
As of Mar 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Howells Mere 16, Indian Summer - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms on Mar 11, 2026 start from 1365.42, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is parking available on site at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Does Howells Mere 16, Indian Summer - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Howells Mere 16, Indian Summer - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?
No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Howells Mere 16, Indian Summer - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms.
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