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Quiet secluded location, yet close to all on offer at Lower Mill Estate
Onsite water sports a short walk away. Bring your own, hire or take a lesson.
Lounge with patio doors to secluded decking area. Sofas for 8, log burner & TV.
Cotswold summer picnics a short walk in meadows onsite, or a short drive away.
Cotswold pubs nearby. Many serve food & drink from local producers.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Somerford Keynes, ENG
  • Somerford Lagoon
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Cotswold Country Park and Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Cirencester Church
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Gloucester (GLO-Gloucestershire)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Downstairs W.C.

Toilet

Ensuite Bathroom 1 with Rain Shower

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Ensuite bathroom for bedroom 2 with corner spa bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Family Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Cornerstone Lower Mill Estate Cotswolds Spa pools lakes water sports nature a/c

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.

Property manager

Tim+Vanessa

Languages

English, French, Italian

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children love CornerstoneCottage & LowerMillEstate
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Events

No events allowed
Celebration meals ok. Not hen/stag parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
I will go through with bookings that have accepted the code of conduct attached
For booking less than 3 days in advance, please enquire first. We can generally accept, but appreciate your prior communication.
No hen parties or stag parties, and no bookings from companies on behalf of employees looking to work from our cottage

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Celebration meals ok. Not hen/stag parties
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cirencester

Located in Cirencester, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Bristol Aero Collectlon and Corinium Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Lakeside Ski & Wake and Combat Splat. Travelling with kids? Consider Swindon and Cricklade Railway and Highgrove Shop Tetbury. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Somerford Keynes, ENG

What's nearby

  • Somerford Lagoon - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lakeside Ski & Wake - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Cirencester Church - 11 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Cirencester Park Polo Club - 16 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

  • Kemble Station - 10 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tesco Click+Collect - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Potting Shed Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Gateway Centre - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Best Kebab - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The White Hart Inn - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Cornerstone Lower Mill Estate Cotswolds Spa pools lakes water sports nature a/c have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Cornerstone Lower Mill Estate Cotswolds Spa pools lakes water sports nature a/c pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cornerstone Lower Mill Estate Cotswolds Spa pools lakes water sports nature a/c?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cornerstone Lower Mill Estate Cotswolds Spa pools lakes water sports nature a/c?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Cornerstone Lower Mill Estate Cotswolds Spa pools lakes water sports nature a/c located?

This family-friendly Cirencester cottage is located on a lake, steps away from Thames River, Somerford Lagoon and Thames Path. Neigh Bridge Country Park and Cotswold Country Park and Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sophie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage on beautiful estate
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K., Wilton, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Book this place now! Wonderful Stay!!
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easter break
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krishna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Spencer G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

lynn c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little cottage
The cottage provided a perfect week away for my family. It was clean and was exactly as described
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Spent a week here with my family and the cottage had everything you could possibly need, was spotlessly clean and had great facilities onsite. Tim and Vanessa couldn’t have been more helpful from the minute we booked until checkout. Would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Francesca P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in a family-friendly estate
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.

10/10 Excellent

Helen T., Beaconsfield

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant spot for family weekend away.
Beautiful house in the most perfect location. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marvellous A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My Birthday Break!
It was a great pleasure staying at Cornerstone, Tim was always available for my questions. The property was described perfectly, very clean and well equipped too. Thank you to both Tim and Vanessa for giving myself & my guests such a lovely accommodation & for also aiding in giving me a perfect birthday. I will deffo be booking again In the future !!

10/10 Excellent

Caroline Ludlam

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super facilities
We had a lovely few days at Cornerstone. The facilities onsite kept our children entertained and we visited some lovely places in the Cotswolds using Cornerstone as a base.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Fiona B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Good stay
. The house is charming and well-equipped - good bathrooms and showers - but we didn’t really feel it was suitable for eight adults - four adults and four children max. Bike and canoe hire v pricey! Good stay but we felt very overlooked and crammed in. The impression given was of lots of space but the estate is very developed. Spa and pools excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Cotswolds experience with the Girls
The property was in a lovely location, convenient and easy to access all the facilities which were great! From Cycling to swimming, paddle boarding , picnicking, as well as a lovely private chef experience in the property. The property was bit smaller than seen in the pics, we did expect only one bunk bed room , but there was two, but probably we did not read the info correctly, the hosts and owners were fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family birthday break
Amazing place beautiful house and beautiful surroundings great experience from booking to checking in Tim could not be more helpful before hand making sure we had all the information possible we needed for the stay and also was on hand when we wanted to extend our checkout, could not of asked for a better choice of stay. Whole place is well worth a visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for short breaks
Enjoyed a family break celebrating a significant birthday for my wife. Spa and sports facilities are very good, great place to relax and just ramble around the lakes watching trout continuously leap from the water
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
May holiday in Cottswolds
We had a lovely holiday in this property. Everything worked as advertised, village where the house is located was nice. Lots of amenities in the area, would definitely recommend to families or groups who are looking for a relaxing time away.

10/10 Excellent

Sophie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely break in the Cotswolds
We had a wonderful two nights in the Cotswolds - Very helpful owners and it all ran smoothly. The house is lovely with a gorgeous deck. Comfortable beds and great Location to visit the lovely villages of the Cotswolds. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tulika M.

Excellent stay
We had an excellent time at Lower Mill Estate. Cornerstone cottage is absolutely lovely, comfortable and perfect for 2 families with kids. Its right next to the perfectly heated pool, tennis court, hire a bike/kayak/canoe and Somerford lagoon (where we went canoeing). Would highly recommend it. Thank you Tim & Venessa.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Lovely stay
Thank you for an excellent stay. Cottage is very quaint and has all the things you need. Lower Mill estate is fantastic with plenty of activities. All the staff were very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Very clean, pleasant and a happy place to be.
Our stay was wonderful from the moment we booked it to the moment we left. Everything we needed had been thought of and was readily available. Even the things we hadn’t thought of. The cottage was charming, clean and very well equipped. The instructions sent to us by the owners were so detailed and helpful. We will definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Amazing Easter break with the family
We had such a wonderful stay at cornerstone cottage. There was so much to do for the kids and adults. Tim and Vanessa made us so very welcome and were so helpful to all our needs. I can’t wait to book again for the summer - this is going to be our go-to UK holiday for sure. Would 100% recommend to families.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

mary-ann

cornerstone
Fantastic communications and instructions from all sides both pre and during stay which made it stress free. Lovely clean home in wonderful location for a family break - walking distance to swimming, tennis, kayaking, bike hire, bird hides and so much more all weekend! You need 3/4 days minimum to even scratch the surface of what is on offer and you leave totally energised!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Kerry T.

Highly recommend for a relaxing family break
The cottage is lovely with everything you could need and a gorgeous decking area. The estate has fantastic facilities with two brilliant outdoor pools as well as sauna, steam, water sports, football pitch, tennis and some gorgeous walks. The onsite restaurant is really good and the local pub is nice too. Be sure to bring enough food or have your order delivered as the onsite shop is limited. It really was the ideal place for a family weekend for people from 70-7. Would return again and again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

kerry T.

Perfect place for a family weekend
Came for a family birthday with ages ranging from 70 to 7 and it was perfect for everyone. The house is lovely, the Normans provided excellent communication, the facilities are gorgeous and the location is great with a really good restaurant on site and a lovely local pub in the village. Highly recommend

About the host

Hosted by Tim+Vanessa

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We love travelling and exploring, and we particularly enjoy being in the Cotswolds.

Cornerstone Cottage is a place we are always pleased to come to, our holiday home.

Having holidayed and discovered many countries around the world, it is still right at the top of our choices for holidays and short breaks with family and with friends.

Having lived in Paris for many years, Cornerstone was our home from home - our bolthole retreat.

Our eldest son was born in 2003, the year Cornerstone was built for us. He and his brother have learned to swim here. They have enjoyed walks in the wild, cycling, water sports, sport and just simply getting away with friends and family.

For many years we kept Cornerstone to ourselves, since 2012 we have been pleased to invite people to enjoy a Cornerstone experience as well.

Please do contact us with any questions you may have.

Why they chose this property

Welcome to Cornerstone Cottage, and to the wonderful Lower Mill Estate.

We fell in love with Lower Mill Estate when first visited and we jumped at the chance to be a part of it. We have owned Cornerstone Cottage since it was built in 2003, being involved in its design & layout. Over the years we have grown to love it more and more and we keep on making new discoveries, and trying things our guests have recommended as well.

The approach to Cornerstone Cottage, with views of the lakes and water gardens, sets the scene for an active, relaxing holiday surrounded by nature. The cottage is at the end of a stone pathway, in a quiet and secluded location away from the Estate’s internal roads, yet within a few minutes’ walk of the Activity Hub and Pilates centre, the lakes, nature trails and the LME Spa.

A perfect venue for all sorts of holidays and short breaks. With 2 ensuite double bedrooms, 2 further bedrooms and family bathroom as well as a fully-equipped kitchen.

We want your holiday to be all it should be and more - please contact us with any questions you may have.

What makes this property unique

Inside will find a cosy and contemporary feel with open plan living/dining area with wood burner & four bedrooms including two master rooms each with en-suite bathroom and balcony.

Wide south-facing secluded, enclosed sundeck at the rear of the property, overlooking the beautiful Mill Village water garden.

Air conditioning is available in the whole house, with substantial upgrades to original insulation specification. Energy-efficient heat pump system provides room heating in winter. .
Ultrafast internet WiFi connection, 300Mb/sec.
Smart TV' DVD + CD player.

Lower Mill Estate is a private nature reserve with hundreds of acres of lakes, fields and forests and miles of walking/cycle paths including the Thames Path which runs near to our cottage. For young children this comes alive with The Miss Mouse children’s nature trail and treasure hunt which begins near to the house. Children’s nature activities are also available during the school holidays. There is also fishing and there are picnic spots around the estate, and you can get up close to birds and animals, including, in a number of wildlife-watching hides.

The Spa is a short walk away. It is an award-winning, multi-million pound delight to the senses. Exclusive to guests at some of the houses on Lower Mill Estate, it is included in your holiday. Facilities include an indoor and an outdoor heated pool, sauna, steam room and gym. A wide range of treatments is available at an additional cost.
Other LME facilities include tennis courts, a multi-sports pitch, table tennis, bike trail and playgrounds as well as an additional outside pool open all year heated to 30˚C and a sauna. Onsite Activity Hub arranges yoga, watersports and other courses, as well as the hire of bikes, canoes, SUPs and other watercraft.

Dining options abound for our guests. You may like to try our very popular private chef dining service.

Languages:

English, French, Italian
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