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Moorhens - Cotswold Water Park
Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 692 sq m
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Cotswold Water Park, Gloucestershire
- Place, Somerford Lagoon1 min walk
- Place, Neigh Bridge Country Park8 min walk
- Place, Cotswold Country Park and Beach16 min walk
- Airport, Oxford (OXF)67 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom #1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom #2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom #3
2 Single Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom #1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom #2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom #3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Moorhens - Cotswold Water Park
Moorhens is a picture-perfect thatched cottage in a quieter area of the Lower Mill Estate alongside Somerford Lagoon. With a host of on-site facilities on your doorstep there is no place better to spend your next Cotswold holiday.
The cottage is warm and inviting as you step into the open plan sitting and dining room. The wooden flooring, exposed beams and wood burning stove within a stone surround create a homely atmosphere. If you fancy a change from eating out at one of the many nearby options, family meals can be served at the dining table. In the evening, relax after a busy day with your feet up in front of the fire and your favourite programme on the smart TV. The country-style kitchen has a Rangemaster oven and hob and all the mod-cons you could possibly need. Three bedrooms, two of which are en-suite, ensure you all have your own space and won't be on top of each other when you're racing out the door in the morning for your next adventure.
Stepping out the front door you are greeted with lake views and breakfasts can be taken out onto the terrace. Sitting at the picnic bench you look across the Thames Mill Race, one of the only working watermills on the River Thames. There is one designated parking space and additional parking is available in the overflow car parks on site. With all the fantastic facilities that the Lower Mill Estate has to offer you are sure to have a spectacular holiday. You may find you need to return to tick everything off your list.
Ground Floor
Living/Dining area:
Comfortably seating six, the dining area is made for family meals and competitive board games. On cooler evenings you can light the wood burning stove and read a book or watch a film together with two three-seater sofas providing enough space for everybody to sit together.
Kitchen:
The kitchen is incredibly well equipped and you have a fabulous Rangemaster oven to cook on. Washing up is saved by the dishwasher and there is a fridge/freezer, washing machine, microwave, and coffee machine.
Shower Room:
This handy ground floor shower room just inside the back door has a shower, WC and sink.
First Floor
Bedroom One:
Each bedroom has been carefully considered to ensure you have everything you need during your stay. In bedroom one is a double bed, bedside tables and lamps, plenty of storage, a TV, and space to sit to do your hair or even catch up on some work. Above is even a ceiling fan so you are comfortable even in the height of summer.
En-Suite:
In the en-suite is a bath with a shower over, WC and sink. Fill the bath with bubbles and enjoy some tranquillity and time to yourself after a busy day exploring Cotswold Water Park.
Bedroom Two:
A mirror of bedroom one, this room also has a double bed, a choice of storage, TV, a desk and chair and ceiling fan. Both bedrooms have been decorated in pastel yellows and white which perfectly suits this lakeside holiday location.
En-Suite:
The en-suite has a bath with a shower over, WC and sink.
Bedroom Three:
The final bedroom has two single beds and though a smaller room, still has a TV and ceiling fan. There is enough storage room in the two double rooms to accommodate those staying in this room.
Outside
From the back door you step out onto the enclosed terrace which sits above the small stream flowing past. There is a charcoal BBQ and picnic bench so you can grill up a feast during the summer months. The terrace is a wonderfully serene spot early in the morning where you can enjoy breakfast as you watch the ducks paddling along.
The cottage is warm and inviting as you step into the open plan sitting and dining room. The wooden flooring, exposed beams and wood burning stove within a stone surround create a homely atmosphere. If you fancy a change from eating out at one of the many nearby options, family meals can be served at the dining table. In the evening, relax after a busy day with your feet up in front of the fire and your favourite programme on the smart TV. The country-style kitchen has a Rangemaster oven and hob and all the mod-cons you could possibly need. Three bedrooms, two of which are en-suite, ensure you all have your own space and won't be on top of each other when you're racing out the door in the morning for your next adventure.
Stepping out the front door you are greeted with lake views and breakfasts can be taken out onto the terrace. Sitting at the picnic bench you look across the Thames Mill Race, one of the only working watermills on the River Thames. There is one designated parking space and additional parking is available in the overflow car parks on site. With all the fantastic facilities that the Lower Mill Estate has to offer you are sure to have a spectacular holiday. You may find you need to return to tick everything off your list.
Ground Floor
Living/Dining area:
Comfortably seating six, the dining area is made for family meals and competitive board games. On cooler evenings you can light the wood burning stove and read a book or watch a film together with two three-seater sofas providing enough space for everybody to sit together.
Kitchen:
The kitchen is incredibly well equipped and you have a fabulous Rangemaster oven to cook on. Washing up is saved by the dishwasher and there is a fridge/freezer, washing machine, microwave, and coffee machine.
Shower Room:
This handy ground floor shower room just inside the back door has a shower, WC and sink.
First Floor
Bedroom One:
Each bedroom has been carefully considered to ensure you have everything you need during your stay. In bedroom one is a double bed, bedside tables and lamps, plenty of storage, a TV, and space to sit to do your hair or even catch up on some work. Above is even a ceiling fan so you are comfortable even in the height of summer.
En-Suite:
In the en-suite is a bath with a shower over, WC and sink. Fill the bath with bubbles and enjoy some tranquillity and time to yourself after a busy day exploring Cotswold Water Park.
Bedroom Two:
A mirror of bedroom one, this room also has a double bed, a choice of storage, TV, a desk and chair and ceiling fan. Both bedrooms have been decorated in pastel yellows and white which perfectly suits this lakeside holiday location.
En-Suite:
The en-suite has a bath with a shower over, WC and sink.
Bedroom Three:
The final bedroom has two single beds and though a smaller room, still has a TV and ceiling fan. There is enough storage room in the two double rooms to accommodate those staying in this room.
Outside
From the back door you step out onto the enclosed terrace which sits above the small stream flowing past. There is a charcoal BBQ and picnic bench so you can grill up a feast during the summer months. The terrace is a wonderfully serene spot early in the morning where you can enjoy breakfast as you watch the ducks paddling along.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Cirencester
Located in Cirencester, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Thames River and Neigh Bridge Country Park, while Bristol Aero Collectlon and Corinium Museum are cultural highlights. Lakeside Ski & Wake and Combat Splat are also worth visiting.

Cotswold Water Park, Gloucestershire
What's nearby
- Somerford Lagoon - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Neigh Bridge Country Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Arlington Row - 22 min drive - 27.2 km
- Cheltenham Racecourse - 39 min drive - 46.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- The Lodge At The Lake - 6 min drive
- The Crown - 8 min drive
- The Gateway Centre - 6 min drive
- Cirencester Best Kebab - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Bolthole Retreats
Bolthole Retreats was founded in 2016 by Martin McWilliam and is based in Cheltenham.
We are the leading independent agency for Cotswold holiday rental properties. We work closely with owners and housekeepers to ensure that guests have a truly memorable stay.
We pride ourselves on our local knowledge, whether it be of a local farm shop, cycle routes or events. Our aim is to enable guests to have the opportunity to enjoy authentic Cotswold experiences, from the Cotswold experts, in a lovely Cotswold property that suits their needs.
We are the leading independent agency for Cotswold holiday rental properties. We work closely with owners and housekeepers to ensure that guests have a truly memorable stay.
We pride ourselves on our local knowledge, whether it be of a local farm shop, cycle routes or events. Our aim is to enable guests to have the opportunity to enjoy authentic Cotswold experiences, from the Cotswold experts, in a lovely Cotswold property that suits their needs.
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