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Kingfisher: Luxury Lakehouse with Hot Tub & Kayak

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Interior
Living area
Path is lit by multiple lights that are on a sensor at night

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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South Cerney, Gloucestershire
  • Lakeside Ski & Wake
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Cotswold Country Park and Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cirencester Church
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Gloucester (GLO-Gloucestershire)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Kingfisher: Luxury Lakehouse with Hot Tub & Kayak

Summary:
Kingfisher Lodge is a contemporary styled, luxury home on Cotswold Water Park near to Cirencester in the Cotswolds. The architecturally inspired, lakeside home sits directly on, and has stunning views over, a 28-acre lake & the property benefits from a large decking area which gives you the illusion of being suspended over the water’s edge. The house has underfloor heating & a private hot tub. 3 bedrooms sleeping up to 7 people, each with en-suite bathroom (armchair bed in master is 7th bed)

The Space:
The property is extremely well equipped and furnished to a high standard. The spacious living/kitchen/dining areas makes the property an excellent option for group holiday bookings, family gatherings or simply a short break with friends. Each bedroom is of a large size with luxurious en-suite bathrooms. The master bedroom also benefits from a private lakeside balcony with seating and has an armchair bed if required for a seventh person.. The other two bedroom have the flexibility to provide either a superking bed or two singles. One of the bedrooms/ensuite is on the ground floor for any members of your group who find it hard to negotiate stairs.

We take up to 2 well behaved dogs. For smaller breeds we may accept 3 - please discuss with us prior to booking if 3 dogs. A pet fee applies.

Kingfisher Lodge is within walking distance to the picturesque village of South Cerney and Cerney Wick, home to some fabulous country pubs, local amenities and country charm. It is also only 4 miles from Cirencester and less than an hour away from Bath, Oxford, Stratford upon Avon, Warwick and Cheltenham.

Enjoy water sports, fishing, walking and nature trails throughout the immediate area, or just sit back, relax and enjoy the hot tub whilst enjoying the view over the lake.

Accommodation

• Spacious, contemporary and stylish open plan living, dining and kitchen area
• Large furnished sundeck overhanging the lake
• Hot Tub on decking overlooking lake
• 3 x en-suite bedrooms (one downstairs)
• 3 x king size/superking beds (2 bedrooms with interlocking twin beds providing flexibility. Also an armchair bed in master makes a comfortable single bed)
• Utility room/cloakroom with washing machine and tumble dryer
• up to 2 well behaved dogs welcome
• BBQ
• Wi -Fi included
• Flat screen TV, blu ray player and full Sky package including Sky Sports and Films
• Sonos wireless sound system and Alexa
• Wide range of water- sports & activities all close by
• Excellent fishing available locally and on site directly from the decking
• Direct access on to the lake for your own boating/kayaks
• Linen, towels, luxury toiletries and utilities included
• Sorry no smoking indoors

Ground Floor
Living area
• Expansive floor to ceiling glazing, giving uninterrupted views of the lake
• Wooden floor with underfloor heating throughout
. Leather sofas plus armchair
• Flat screen TV with full Sky package and bluray player
• Sonos music system with premium Spotify account
• Full height sliding doors to sundeck

Dining area
• Table with seating for 6
• Sliding doors to decking

Kitchen
• Open plan, contemporary, well equipped
• Built in fridge and freezer
• Dishwasher
• Single oven/grill
• Built in Microwave/combination oven
• Four ring ceramic hob

Utility room
• Washing machine
• Tumble dryer

Cloakroom
• Basin and WC

Bedroom
• Super Kingsize bed (or can be 2 singles)
• Wardrobe, chest of drawers and 2 bedside cabinets
• En-Suite with wet room with walk in shower, basin and WC

Outside
• Large, fully enclosed deck, overhanging the lake with direct access on to the lake
• Outdoor table with seating for 6
• Hot tub and BBQ

First Floor

Master bedroom
• Kingsize bed and armchair bed that converts into a single bed
• Sliding glass doors to private balcony with seating overlooking the lake
• Large wardrobe, chest of drawers, dressing table, settee, 2 x bedside cabinets
• En-Suite with large shower, two basin’s and WC

Bedroom
• 2 x twin beds/superkingsize bed (interlocking beds to provide flexibility), wardrobe, bedside cabinet, chest of drawers
En-Suite – large bath with hand held shower attachment, basin and WC.

Guest Access:
Guests have full use of the property for their exclusive use

The Neighborhood:
The home is situated in the southern Cotswolds only 4 miles from Cirencester, the Roman capital of the Cotswolds. It is within 30 minutes of Bourton-on-the-Water, Upper and Lower Slaughter, Stow-on-the-Wold, Castle Coombe, Bibury, Burford, Broadway and Chipping Campden. We are just under an hour away from Bath, Oxford, Warwick and Stratford upon Avon and we are about hour and 20 minutes from London Paddington on the train.

The house is in the middle of Cotswold Water Park - an area of outstanding beauty. There are many outdoor activities within 5-10 minutes drive or walking distance of our home including kayaking, paddle-boards, wake boarding, jet ski-ing. There are numerous options for walking

Getting Around:
A car is ideal to get around as there are so many Cotswold villages and attractions to visit whilst staying with us.

Alternatively the nearest railway station is Kemble, 7 miles away or Swindon 15 minutes away.

There is a local bus route that goes from the end of the lane and goes to Cirencester and Swindon for onward connections.

Other Things to Note:
Paddle-board hire to your door: 🏄‍♂️

We rent paddle-boards for an additional fee and can deliver them to your house inflated. Please send our team a message to inquire about pricing and booking.

Dog-friendly stays: 🦴

We’re really happy to say our homes are dog-friendly! You can bring two well-behaved dogs for a small fee of £20 per dog per stay. If you require more, please send our team a message, and we'll review this for you.

Decorations for Special Occasions: 🎈

We regularly help guests decorate our properties for special occasions. Whether it’s a birthday or a proposal, please get in touch as we’d love to help you with this.

Additional Notes: ⁉️

- All-male bookings require prior discussion
- Hen parties and stag do's are not permitted
- Our houses are strictly not to be used for parties
- Swimming allowed providing a disclaimer is signed

Interaction with Guests:
👋 - Self check-in with keybox

📱 - 24/7 host support via messaging

🗺️ - Digital guidebook provided

🏡 - On-site team available for emergencies

❓ - Local recommendations available on request

📞 - Emergency contact numbers provided

Property manager

Housekeepers
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- Pet policy in place

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 holiday home is on the waterfront. Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre and Swindon and Cricklade Railway are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cirencester Golf Club and Blunsdon Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cirencester Park Polo Club or Blunsdon Abbey Stadium.
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South Cerney, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

  • Lakeside Ski & Wake - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre - 7 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Cirencester Church - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Arlington Row - 15 min drive - 18.2 km

Getting around

  • Kemble Station - 17 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tesco Click+Collect - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Gateway Centre - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Best Kebab - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The White Hart Inn - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kingfisher: Luxury Lakehouse with Hot Tub & Kayak pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kingfisher: Luxury Lakehouse with Hot Tub & Kayak?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kingfisher: Luxury Lakehouse with Hot Tub & Kayak?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kingfisher: Luxury Lakehouse with Hot Tub & Kayak located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lakeside Ski & Wake, Thames Path and Combat Splat. Thames River and Cotswold Country Park and Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kingfisher Lodge

Lovely and welcoming lodge with great views and lots to do in the area. A great place to stay.......
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful family stay

We had a wonderful break together as a family, it was the perfect location for walks, activities and nights out a great range of local pubs. A beautiful home, with lots of space, personal touches and a great view, thanks so much!
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10/10 Excellent

Clare I.

Outstanding accommodation & break away

This accommodation was outstanding. Such a lovely place with high quality bedding, towels and lush shampoo, conditioner, body wash and hand wash. The hot tub made it extra special being able to be outside on the lake with a bottle of fizz (even supplied that!!) Great place for a girlie trip or suitable for families and or couples. Not far from anything and a lot of places locally to visit
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10/10 Excellent

Most excellent stay

We loved staying in the Kingfisher lodge, it was like stepping into someone’s beautiful home, it was luxurious, comfortable the bathrooms for each bedroom were just so nice. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook up a birthday treat & to sit down at the table to enjoy it with the most magnificent views, then a dip in the spa on the deck to watch the sunset was amazing. Many thanks to the owners for the birthday cake & Prosecco which we enjoyed immensely, we didn’t want to leave.
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10/10 Excellent

Loved this accommodation

Fabulous stay at kingfisher lodge. Everything spotlessly clean on arrival. Everything we needed was supplied, good quality oven and microwave, plenty of glasses, cutlery, kitchenware. Bedrooms, bathrooms were excellent. Couldn’t fault anything, will definitely be happy to stay again. Would highly recommended it to friends and family
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10/10 Excellent

Josie B.

A Welcome Break

What a lovely lodge to stay in. It had everything you needed and more. The owners have thought of everything, even down to a mirror with a close up view so you can put your make-up on. Plus a welcome cake.
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10/10 Excellent

Birthday stay

We stayed here for my boyfriend’s birthday at the beginning of November for a long weekend. The place was very tidy and clean. Everything had been thought of and included, including dressing gowns for the hot tub and spare towels to dry off our dogs. Close walk to the little local village which has a lovely indian. Overall, we had an amazing weekend and would definitely return!
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10/10 Excellent

Chris V.

Wonderful place to stay

Beautiful and homely accommodation in a beautiful location. The lodge is in immaculate condition with everything you need for a fantastic break. Fully equipped with all you need. Hosts Barry and Jo could not do enough. We had a couple of minor niggles on arrival (such as me pulling the door handle off) and they responded to messages in minutes and sent people over to fix the issues immediately. Absolutely fabulous stay, thank you Barry and Jo.
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8/10 Good

Sam J.

Immaculate lodges

The lodge was immaculate and perfect for a relaxing weekend away. The location is stunning. We have stayed previously, but in a different lodge and the high standard was consistent across both. The finishing touches like the milk, Prosecco and cake were a delight. We would highly recommend! Our only complaint would be communication, I sent emails before and after our stay that weren’t replied to, nor was my WhatsApp message acknowledged. A real shame as this wasn’t our experience last time. Finally just a suggestion that more of the rooms can be converted in to twin beds if desired.

About the host

Hosted by Housekeepers

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We are Barry and Jo and we have an amazing collection of Cotswold holiday lodges on Cotswold Water Park near the old Roman town of Cirencester with most of them dog friendly.
We’ve been coming to this beautiful area for many years and about 5 years ago we decided to make the move permanent. We set up our company in 2018, starting with our own holiday home on Windrush lake but as you can see from our portfolio now, we have grown quite considerably!We love to travel and just before the “you know what pandemic” we spent 12 months travelling around the world ending up in New Zealand for Christmas and New Year and then working our way up to Hawaii and North, Central and South America. We think we know what it takes to get a place right for our fantastic guests but we are always learning!

We couldn’t do this without our fantastic team which is growing year by year. Unlike many of the larger companies selling holiday lets we, and our team, know all of our properties intimately because we provide the full service from cleaning and hosting through to managing the hot tubs, the plants on the decking and even window cleaning! Jo, Adele and Meg are the last ones to visit your holiday lodge just before you get there to make sure the place is perfect for your stay – you may even bump into one of them on your way in!

Why they chose this property

Whether your preference is for high-octane mechanised water sport, the more gentle and sedate wind or oar-powered sports or maybe experience the fantastic walks and cycle rides the area has to offer. Or maybe you just want to spend the time relaxing in and around the lodge and hot tub. Cotswold Water Park Retreats is the place from which to base yourself.
The Cotswolds is a great place to visit – it combines chocolate box charm with attractive Cotswold stone properties. It really does have something for everyone – see our Local Area page and ‘like’ our Facebook page for more ideas of places to visit and things to do plus special offers

What makes this property unique

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Cotswold Water Park, Cotswold Water Park Retreats stand as a serene sanctuary, offering a blend of luxury, tranquility, and a unique connection to nature. What sets these retreats apart is their harmonious integration into the stunning natural landscape, providing an escape that allows guests to immerse themselves in the beauty and tranquility of the countryside.

Luxury here is redefined through bespoke accommodations, where each detail reflects a commitment to comfort and sustainability. The retreats offer more than just a stay; they offer an experience, with each lodge or cabin designed to blend eco-friendly practices with modern luxury, ensuring every guest's stay is as indulgent as it is environmentally conscious.

Beyond the physical amenities, Cotswold Water Park Retreats are distinguished by their dedication to providing a personalised experience. Each visit is crafted to match individual preferences, whether that's a relaxing spa day, an adventurous outdoor activity, or a quiet evening enjoying the local cuisine. This attention to detail extends to the retreats' commitment to conservation, as they actively participate in helping preserving the local ecosystem for guests to enjoy and learn about the area's natural heritage.

Incorporating the rich cultural tapestry of the Cotswolds, these retreats offer a unique window into the local history and traditions, making each stay not just a getaway but an enriching journey. Accessibility and exclusivity are perfectly balanced, creating a haven that feels both welcoming and private, a rare find for those seeking both convenience and seclusion.

Through glowing testimonials, guests have often highlighted these aspects, underscoring the unique blend of luxury, nature, and personalization that makes Cotswold Water Park Retreats an unparalleled destination. It's not just a place to stay; it's a realm to experience, connect, and rejuvenate.

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