Fisherman's Cottage
Enjoy idyllic lake views, a cosy wood burner and the secluded outdoor decking of Fisherman’s Cottage on the Lower Mill Estate at Cotswold Water Park. Tucked away in a secluded corner you are a stone’s throw from the outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts and play area. Rent your favourite water sports equipment at the Activity Hub and spend your day on the water. The Lower Mill Estate’s Ballihoo restaurant is just a 5-minute walk where you can grab a bite to eat or a hot drink for your countryside walk. Fisherman’s Cottage is perfect for a family holiday with two king-size bedrooms and a bunk room sleeping a maximum of four adults and children.
Overview
One of a row of terraced cottages on the Lower Mill Estate, Fisherman’s Cottage is in a honeypot location in the centre of Cotswold Water Park. With something for everybody you can take advantage of the on-site facilities including outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts and a play area, or travel further afield to explore Cirencester, Stroud, and Burford, or of course simply stay in and relax.
The main feature of the accommodation at Fisherman’s Cottage is hidden until you step inside. Through the open-plan living area, you can enjoy views out across Somerford Lagoon and step onto the decking to take a seat and drink it all in. In the evening curl up in front of the wood burner and enjoy cooking a meal in the kitchen, which has everything you could need for your stay. With a dining table comfortably seating your whole group, and space to dine outside, you can enjoy time together without the distractions of normal everyday life. Upstairs are three bedrooms, including a bunk room, and there are two bathrooms and a ground-floor WC to reduce queues in the morning so you can get out the door to your adventures quicker.
Outside is a raised deck with steps taking you down to the lake edge. It is a breath-taking location with views of the local wildlife and beautiful sunsets. You will never tire of sitting here enjoying the sights. During the summer you can take to the water right from your back door and enjoy everything that the Lower Mill Estate has to offer. Bring your own or hire bikes to cycle around the nature reserve or for a longer adventure through the picturesque villages nearby. Hire paddle boards, a rowing boat, or try out a new way of taking to the water on a katakanu which you can also take on a sunset safari on the lagoon. Children will love the play parks, soft play and activity trails on the nature reserve, and adults can relax with a yoga session. There really is no need to leave the estate.
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall:
Arriving at Fisherman’s Cottage you first step into the entrance hall. From here you can catch a glimpse of the lake through the windows at the far end of the house and already start to plan your activities. From the entrance hall there is a WC and a staircase up to the bedrooms.
Living/Dining Room:
Walking onwards, the open-plan living/dining room with a wooden floor and plenty of windows is a sunny spot to welcome you to your holiday. The dining table seats six and is perfect for enjoying family board games as well as meals. There are two leather sofas in front of the wood burner set within a stone surround and a selection of DVDs and books to keep you entertained if rainy weather hits. Patio doors open out to the raised decking, and you can enjoy the lake view throughout this room.
Kitchen:
With cream units and a wooden floor, the kitchen looks across to neighbouring holiday homes. It has everything you need for your stay with a fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, and a dishwasher alongside other smaller appliances.
First Floor
Bedroom One:
To the left of the stairs is the first king-size double. Set at the front of the cottage this room has been furnished with a wooden bed, bedside table and lamp, and a chest of drawers.
Bathroom/Shower Room:
Between bedrooms one and two is the family bathroom. Reminiscent of seaside holidays it has blue tiles and wooden units, in keeping with this cottage’s lakeside location. There is a rainfall shower over the bath, a sink and WC.
Bedroom Two:
Perfect for the children in the family, this room has two bunk beds providing flexibility for sleeping arrangements. It looks out over the lake to spark the imagination and let them dream of tomorrow’s adventures.
Bedroom Three:
The final bedroom is a king-size double with an en-suite bathroom. With a wooden bed, two bedside tables and lamps and built-in storage there is space here to hide the suitcases away. With a lake view it is a peaceful room where you can relax.
En-Suite:
Decorated in the same style as the family bathroom, the en-suite has a bath with a rainfall shower above, a sink and WC. It provides a bit of private space away from the family to enjoy a bubble bath in peace.
Outside
The location of this cottage is its main feature with fabulous lake views from the south-facing decking. You’ll find yourselves spending most of your time out here either talking together over a BBQ meal, or simply enjoying the tranquillity with a good book and your favourite drink. Spot the ducks, coots, and herons on the lake while you soak up the sun in this idyllic setting. From the jetty you can launch your paddle boards and really immerse yourselves in this lakeside setting.Facilities
Indoor
Bedroom One - King-size Double
Bedroom Two - King-size Double
Bedroom Three - 2 Bunk Beds
2 Bathrooms - 1 Family Bathroom, 1 En-suite Bathroom And A Ground-floor WC
Hairdryer - 1
Fire - Logs Are Provided For An Initial Fire (1st October - 31st March)
Oven
Hob
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge
Freezer
Dishwasher
Dining Table - Seats 6
Washing Machine
Tumble Dryer
Iron
WiFi *Please Note That Speeds Are For Guidance Only And Are Not Guaranteed - 1-11 Mbps
TV
Board Games
Travel Cot (cot Linen Not Provided)
Outdoor
Dog Friendly - 1 Well-behaved Dog Is Welcome For An Additional Fee
BBQ - Please Provide Your Own Charcoal
On-site Facilities - Children's Play Areas
Swimming Pool - Shared Outdoor Heated Swimming Pool (open February To December)
Sauna - Shared
Tennis Court - Shared
Parking - Designated Parking For 1 Car And Additional Overflow Parking For 3 Cars On Site
On your Doorstep
- Outdoor heated swimming pool with changing rooms and sauna – open year round
- Tennis courts – booking required, equipment hire available
- Adventure play – use of outdoor play areas, booking required and additional fees apply for use of indoor play area
- Equipment hire – hire equipment for the day or week for watersports and cycling
- Fishing – available year round with a valid rod license
- Yoga – studio classes and private sessions available, booking required, additional fees apply
Nearby Cirencester (6 miles) is a fantastic shopping destination with a diverse range of independent and boutique shops. There are also a selection of well-known high street brands including Joules and Waterstones. Regular farmers’ markets are held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and a charter market on Mondays and Fridays. You will find a deli in the Corn Hall Arcade.
If you are looking for designer brands, Swindon McArthurGlen outlet (15 miles) is worth a visit for a bargain.
Eating Out:
- Ballihoo Club – the restaurant and clubhouse serve locally sourced food and drink for the whole family (booking recommended, on-site)
- The Baker's Arms, Somerford Keynes - quiz nights, live music, delicious food and a beautiful setting this pub is perfect for a quick pint after a walk or a Sunday lunch (16-min walk)
- The Old Boat House, South Cerney – picturesque lakeside dining (4 miles)
- The Red Lion, Cricklade – award-winning restaurant just off the Thames path (8.5 miles)
Walks:
Cotswold Water Park is a fantastic location for walking. Leisure maps are available both online and from the main visitor centre. A selection of circular walks vary from 2km to 18km and are a great way to see this stunning area and the wildlife that lives here. Visit waterpark.org/things-to-do/walking for more details.
Places to Visit:
- Cotswold Country Park and Beach, Cirencester – fire a BBQ, relax on the beach, bounce into the inflatable obstacle course or a hire a boat (1 mile)
- Cirencester – ancient Roman market town regarded as the capital of the Cotswolds (6 miles)
- Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens – fantastic array of species and walkthroughs so you can see the animals up close (20 miles)
Travel:
Train – Kemble railway station (3 miles) has a frequent and direct service to London.
Taxis - Hill South Cerney Cabs, First Taxi
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Points of Note
This property has a check-in time of 16:00 and a check-out time of 10:00
- Book with us to get exclusive discounts for top attractions and experiences.
- 1 well-behaved dog is welcome for an additional fee.
- This property sleeps a maximum of 4 adults.
- It is the policy of this property not to take bookings for groups where the majority of guests are under the age of 25, or single-sex group celebrations, including stag/hen parties.
- Please note that additional guests above the maximum capacity are not permitted.
- Unfortunately properties on the Lower Mill Estate cannot be booked/used for business or corporate purposes.
- For the consideration of guests on the estate, there is an 11pm noise curfew. Please keep noise to a minimum after this time.
- Children and pets must be supervised at all times at the property and throughout the estate due to direct lake access.
- By booking, you agree to adhere to the Lower Mill Estate Code of Conduct which you will find in your guest portal.
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The Location
Fisherman’s Cottage is set on the Lower Mill Estate on the banks of the Somerford Lagoon in Cotswold Water Park. On the Lower Mill Estate you have access to an outdoor heated swimming pool, tennis courts and play areas. The Cotswold Water Park is a fabulous, 42-square-mile outdoor activities mecca, with over 180 lakes all interlinked by footpaths and bridleways, encompassing beautiful countryside, fabulous holiday homes, picturesque villages, nature reserves and a fantastic range of land- and water-based activities for every age. You are less than five miles from the Cotswold Water Park Gateway Centre where there is a restaurant, café, outdoor shop, information centre, and bike hire, and is within a short drive or bike ride of South Cerney village (4.5 miles) where there are three country pubs and a small, but well-stocked, supermarket. The Cotswold Water Park is ideally located for exploring Cirencester ‘the Gateway to the Cotswolds’ and the central and southern Cotswolds.
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Read our reviews
Fisherman's Cottage was spacious and what was needed for the planned family get together.
Susan
Gorgeous location, lovely property and incredible sunsets. Part of the original Lower Mill development, so doesn’t have access to the indoor pool and spa. All other facilities available, and great to be able to charge our electric vehicle on site.
Olivia
Fantastic stay!
We had a fab few days in Fishermen’s cottage, enjoying the fabulous Lower Mill estate. Ron was a helpful and accommodating host. Have recommended many times since! Teenagers with us had a great break with loads to do. Thanks!
Laura Marson
We had a fab few days in Fisherman’s Cottage, enjoying the fabulous Lower Mill Estate. The owner was a helpful and accommodating host. Have recommended many times since! Teenagers with us had a great break with loads to do. Thanks!
Laura
Fantastic place in beautiful surroundings and great views over the lake from the balcony. Amenities were great such as the heated pool, tennis etc and lots of great walks for the dog and loved seeing so much different wildlife. Would definitely recommend!
Paul
The property was really clean & comfortable. The view of the lake was amazing.
Virginie
It's a beautiful cottage right on the lake with stunning views across one of the biggest lakes in Lower Mill. Easy walking to restaurant and to get coffee, and to swim. It's just perfect. Can't wait to go back.
Felicity
Easter holidays 2025
a lot to see and to do at this area,
very good place for Canoeing,
very low connections to the Internet,
it was difficult to find ways for our dog.
Franz Lang
Lovely place to stay
Brilliant holiday home in a beautiful location, enjoyed waking up to the ducks and going out on the lake, in between spending time at the pool.
Hannah Cornock
Perfect Family Weekend Getaway
I booked Fishermans Cottage for a weekend away with my sisters, family friend and my 6 month old. It was such a BEAUTIFUL location, so easy to get to and the access info was great. The cottage sits on the lake so we had the most lovely peaceful time, the weather was also great so we enjoyed sitting on the deck, watching the lovely wildlife and enjoying the sunsets.
Due to the lakeside location, there were quite a lot of midges and flies that did get into the house - but this is no reflection of the cottage hygiene (which was great!) just something we noticed, so quickly made sure the back doors were kept shut!
The cottage itself was great, really well equipped, comfy and cosy with lovely clean sheets and towels.
It was really useful to have a travel cot bed and highchair there for us to use and saved having to take them with us!
We had the most lovely weekend - the Lower Mill Estate is wonderful to explore, and the surrounding area is beautiful. We enjoyed a lovely walk to The Bakers Arms for a pub lunch which was delicious and lovely area to walk around. FIsherman's Cottage is ideal for two families as there is a bunk bed room for the kids, but it worked well for us a 4 adults and a baby too!
Thank you for a fab weekend - we'll definitely be back!
Laura Oakes
Cosy stay
We had a nice time at fisherman’s cottage , it was clean and tidy on arrival and the welcome Guide was very thorough and helpful.
My only criticism would be the beds- we did not find the mattresses comfortable or the pillows and feel investment in some good quality ones would make all the difference.
We loved having the log burner on the chilly nights.
We would definitely come back in the summer - maybe a hot tub on the decking would be a welcome
Addition!
Guest
Lovely couple of nights
Stayed for 2 nts with family, great location , lovely views .
The property was a good size and layout for us , two double rooms and a bunk room.
It could do with a deep clean, lots of cobwebs in high corners ( hard to reach places ) but ok on the whole.
Good amenities, outdoor pool /sauna and an activity centre for bike rentals etc.
Lovely on-site restaurant , we visited both nights.
I didn't think the area as a whole was very user friendly , you have to keep your eyes on any children , don't know why pedestrian/cycle paths weren't put in, seems it caters more for cars.
Jonathan Snowden
Cosy family home in beautiful location
We used Fisherman’s Cottage to meet family members. It was cosy, clean, quiet and in a beautiful setting.
Paul Lush
Beautiful lakeside place perfect for families
Gorgeous cottage with view of the lake, amazing parks and outdoor heated pool. Cottage well equipped and had everything we needed! The whole Lower Mill Estate was perfect for a family holiday.
Guest
Beautiful Cottage
We stayed here for 3 nights (family of 5) and had a fantastic time. Everything you need is on-site and there is plenty for the children to see and do.
Stephanie Makda
Amazing weekend away
You can't get a better location than this! But moreso, Fisherman's Cottage was extremely well equipped, comfortable and clean. We didn't realise we also had access to a heated outdoor pool, tennis courts and play areas. We will be back.
Kari Halford
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