Lower Mill Estate, GL7

The Property

This striking south-facing, front-line property, located in the far end of Howells Mere, enjoys 180-degree lake views giving a real feeling of being immersed in nature. Reverse living takes full advantage of the position whilst front entrance doors to both levels provide easy access to all areas. To the rear of the property, there is a waterway that leads onto Howells Mere Lake.

Ground Floor

The ground floor is accessed via a front door or an internal staircase from the first floor. You enter a hallway off which are two double bedrooms (one ensuite) and a shower room. There is also an under stairs storage cupboard and a separate cupboard housing the HWC and boiler. The Master Bedroom enjoys two single glass doors to the side, a built-in wardrobe, a TV and a phone point. It also has the added advantage of an ensuite bathroom, which includes a bath with mixer tap and hand-held shower attachment, WC, hand basin and heated towel rail. Bedroom 2 has one single glass door to the side and also benefits from a built-in wardrobe and TV and phone points. The Shower Room includes a Shower Cubicle, WC, wash hand basin and heated towel rail.

First Floor

You can access the first floor either via an external staircase leading to a front door or from the internal staircase. This floor benefits from engineered oak flooring and underfloor heating and is entered via a landing leading to the open plan kitchen/living/dining area. This area is flooded with light from the full height triple aspect glass that incorporates two double sliding doors to the rear and two single doors on each side, all providing access to the wrap-around balcony. A feature log-burning stove is located in the centre of the room, perfect for those cosy winter evenings. The kitchen is situated to the front of the floor and incorporates a 5-ring gas hob with an extractor over and a single Neff oven under. Built-in appliances include a fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washer/dryer. Located under a window providing picturesque views to the front, there is a 1 ½ bowl stainless steel sink with a mixer tap over.

Outside

The property is approached via a pathway flanked by a lawn with a silver birch tree and low-level planting. To each side of the property, there is a gravelled area leading to the waterway at the rear. The first-floor wrap-around balcony has an air of tranquillity and provides an idyllic place to relax and enjoy the stunning views and abundance of wildlife. The entrance to the Nature Reserve is located nearby. There is an allocated parking space and some visitor spaces at the front of the property. A visitor car park is located at the entrance to Howells Mere.

Services Mains water, electricity, gas central heating

Services and Maintenance Charges
We have been informed that the annual Estate charges for this property are Ground Rent of approximately £2806.81 inc VAT. Service Charge of approximately £5,401.06 inc VAT. This pays for full private spa membership and management, maintenance and repair of all communal areas; including lakes, pathways, play areas, tennis courts, the ongoing maintenance of the communal buildings and grounds (including hundreds of acres of nature reserve and walking trails).

Situation
Lower Mill is a modern country estate in the Cotswolds which provides safe, secure and breath taking holiday homes, nestled within the tranquil Cotswold Water Park. It is mindfully designed around freshwater lakes, rivers and acres of untouched woodland, so you can enjoy some downtime from the crazy pace of urban life.

Directions From the M4 motorway take junction 15 and follow the A419 for around 15 minutes, turning off towards Somerford Keynes and the B4696. Once on the B4696, continue straight ahead following signs for the Cotswold Water Park and Lower Mill Estate. Nearest train station: Kemble just 10 mins drive away.