Cornerstone Cottage, Cotswolds, Spa, lakes, pools, water sports, nature, aircon

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Property grounds
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4.8
Outstanding(64 Reviews)

Cottage in Cotswold District

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 5 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
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About this cottage rental

Considering booking a stay at Cornerstone Cottage? Please do contact us with any questions.

Our house is a cosy, yet spacious, family-owned contemporary cottage on the private Lower Mill Estate nature reserve in the Cotswolds Water Park.

Tranquil location in secluded water garden away from the busiest parts of Lower Mill Estate, and yet only a short walk from the exclusive spa (included for all our rental guests) & other facilities. Miles of beautiful walks from the front door and a big selection of local sporting, sightseeing and relaxing activities. A favourite is the 15 minute walk to our local pub, The Bakers Arms.

We have owned our holiday home since 2003, specifying the house to be our own rural ‘home away from home’. Now we are delighted to invite you to share the experience and make your own memories.

Many guests have come back again & again, often booking long in advance.

Large sofas to relax by the log fire in winter, or to watch TV. Well-equipped kitchen, and dining area. Games and books for children. Wifi internet.


Large sundeck overlooking peaceful reeded pond, with sun from early morning til evening.

650 acre onsite nature reserve, wildlife abounding (extensive bird life, plants, wild animals, you may catch sight of a heron, an otter or even a beaver).

The £6m ArtSpa (approx. 500m walk) has indoor/outdoor pools, sauna, steam room and treatment rooms. Artspa also offers a wide range of spa treatments using 100% natural plant-extract Pevonia products.

There are also playground areas, trampolines, football area, table-tennis & tennis courts.

Ballihoo restaurant is approx. 500m from our holiday, open most of the year. Small shop & café open peak hours, approx 100m walk - good range of grocery items, good coffee & tea, patisserie and light lunches. As well as selling tasty home-made frozen meals the shop can arrange a chef to come to the house.

A Stay here...
People have stayed at our holiday home for holidays with friends & family, spa breaks, birthday parties, Christmas, New Year, shopping breaks, quiet retreats, writing books, preparing for exams, bird watching, getting married, golf, nature pursuits, walking, cycling, training, horse riding, Cheltenham Festival & other horse racing, tennis training, watersports, running, fishing, triathlon competitions, staff retreats, work placements, nearby conferences, to have a UK base visiting from abroad, visiting scenic places...

Previously advertised on cottages.com.

Winner of cottages.com Customers' Choice Award 2019 for overall rating of 9.5 out of 10 (or higher) for entire 2018 season.

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Cotswold District

Reviews

4.8
Outstanding(64 Reviews)
4.8
Aug 2024
We were a group of 7 staying (4 adults, 3 children) for 3 nights. The cottage had everything we could need. There are 2 bedrooms perfectly set up for kids with the other 2 for adults. The bathrooms were decent and the kitchen had everything you could possibly need and more, although some cupboard space to store our food would have been nice.The outdoor dining space was very peaceful and pretty although a little overlooked. The estate is beautiful and the cottage is very close to the activity hub, spa, pool, tennis courts, playgrounds and restaurant. Table tennis and tennis equipment hire was very cheap but be quick to book the tennis courts as by the time we went to book they were fully booked for the week! A couple of pointers for others staying on the estate: - The spa is wonderful! Two of us went for a head massage which was reasonably priced and very relaxing - highly recommend! - The pool is fantastic. It was the highlight of the trip for our kids. - The restaurant / bar has good quality food & drinks but we found the service to be painfully slow. We went for lunch when we arrived, there were only 2 other tables eating and we waited over half an hour for each course. Make sure you book if you want to have dinner there. We’d recommend The Bakers Arms pub, a 15 min walk away. Great food, great service and there’s a pizza oven in the garden. - We found that the on site shop was severely lacking in basics so make sure to bring everything with you!
4.8
Jul 2023
My family of 4 adults stayed here. It did not disappoint! Tim & Victoria are perfect hosts and the communication is great. They provide a lot of useful info to plan and stay at their home.. even have an app & book. Although they tried very hard to explain where to park to drop off our things, we failed...but it's ok. Once you found the home, it was easy after that. They left many goodies to enjoy. Thank you! Their kitchen is well-stocked and has a Nespresso machine with a milk frother. I loved the frother so much I just bought one for our home. They provided many coffee capsules to start you off. I haven't used a Nespresso machine before but after googling it I was on my way! The electrical outlets have on/off switches so if the appliance isn't working check to make sure the switch is on. The wifi was great. There are only clipper outlets in the bathroom so I used the outlet in the bunkbed room in front of the mirror for drying & curling my hair. We used the dishwasher, washer/dryer with no problems (Soap goes in the double bar section of washer). We ate at the Ballihoo restaurant our first night..yummy. They have a small store there to pick up food supplies. Had a massage & facial at the spa..so relaxing. Enjoyed the Half Day Rally Experience @ Cotswold Driving Experiences..so fun! 10-course dinner with Dine Indulge at their home..worth it! We rented an electric car, charging station only a few min away and FREE. It is so beautiful there..highly recommmend!
4.8
Apr 2023
Lovely property for a short break away. We chose the property for it's location and the plethora of activities which suit all weather types. Contact with the owners was easy and they were so helpful throughout. Would revisit.
4.8
Nov 2021
Great weekend
Great weekend
Had a great weekend away Tim and Vanessa posted a book of activities and details about the estate prior to our arrival to be able to plan our activities. Great communication throughout . Lovely property. Enjoyed our stay
4.8
Oct 2021
Lovely half term week
Lovely half term week
Lovely cottage. We were a bit jealous of the bigger newer properties overlooking the lake but the cottage was perfect for us.
4.8
Aug 2021
The host was so friendly and helpful. The house was well equipped although a little small for 8.
The host was so friendly and helpful. The house was well equipped although a little small for 8.
We had a lovely time here it’s on beautiful grounds, walks round the lakes and other facilities gives you plenty to do, highly recommend the sunset safari they do on a Saturday. All in all lovely house and area to visit
4.8
Aug 2021
Lovely little cottage
Lovely little cottage
The cottage provided a perfect week away for my family. It was clean and was exactly as described
4.8
Jun 2021
Lower Mill estate is great for families - lots of activities and space to run around! The cottage is well equipped - sadly not as great a view as some of the other properties at Lower Mill, but in a charming corner nevertheless. The owners are very proactive with communication and very responsive to requests.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Cotswold District?

The average price for a rental in Cotswold District is R 2,970 per night. This rental is R 3,387 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Cornerstone Cottage, Cotswolds, Spa, lakes, pools, water sports, nature, aircon. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Cornerstone Cottage, Cotswolds, Spa, lakes, pools, water sports, nature, aircon. Enjoy the water!

Is Cornerstone Cottage, Cotswolds, Spa, lakes, pools, water sports, nature, aircon pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Cornerstone Cottage, Cotswolds, Spa, lakes, pools, water sports, nature, aircon?

We found 14 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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