Ducklings, 65 Clearwater, The Lower Mill Estate

The property performs extremely well as a holiday let, consistently generating over £80,000 gross annually and on track for £90,000 this year.

ACCOMODATION Ground Floor: Entrance hall, WC, open-plan living, dining and kitchen area complete with log burner. Access via floor-to-ceiling glass Velfac doors to the ground floor sun deck, which has a hot tub and alfresco dining area. First Floor: Landing, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4 and Master Bedroom complete with en-suite and private balcony, which can also be accessed from Bedroom 4 via the same floor-to-ceiling glass Velfac doors. A family bathroom completes the first floor. Second Floor: Bedroom 5 and Bedroom 6, which has an en-suite and large storage cupboard in the eaves. The property benefits from gas central heating and external hot and cold taps to the front, ideal for filling and maintaining the hot tub.

ENTRANCE HALL: Accessed via a gravel path from the property's designated parking space and across a newly replaced footbridge and front decking area, you enter the entrance hall, which features oak flooring, access to the WC, and a storage cupboard.

MAIN LIVING AREA: Moving past the WC and stairs to the first floor, you enter the main living area, a large, light, open-plan room encompassing the living, kitchen and dining areas. Being semi-detached, the log burner sits neatly within an alcove, allowing for more open space while creating a cosy focal point. Oak flooring runs throughout. Beautiful lake and nature views are enjoyed from this impressive main living space.

Complete wall-to-wall glazing extends across the width of the property, overlooking Clearwater Lake, a nature-rich lake. Two sliding Velfac doors provide access to the sun deck.

KITCHEN: Situated to the front of the property, with a window overlooking the front deck and communal gardens, the kitchen is well appointed with a range of integrated Neff appliances, including a dishwasher, double oven, full-size fridge freezer and five-ring gas hob. There is also a washer/dryer, together with a stainless steel sink with drainer. Ample storage cupboards & draws complete the space. Open to the dining and living area, the kitchen is perfectly designed for entertaining and enjoying quality time with family and friends.

SUN DECK: At the top of the stairs from the ground to the first floor, immediately to the left, is the smallest of the bedrooms. Cleverly arranged as a twin room, it benefits from ample natural light through a well-proportioned window to the front of the property.

FIRST FLOOR

LANDING: Providing access to Bedrooms 2, 3 and 4, as well as the boiler cupboard. Carpeted flooring, with stairs leading to the second floor.

BEDROOM 2: At the top of the stairs from the ground to the first floor, immediately to the left, is bedroom 2. Cleverly arranged as a twin room, it benefits from ample natural light through a well-proportioned window to the front of the property. Carpeted flooring. Built in wardrobes.
 
BEDROOM 3: Positioned directly ahead of the stairs on the first floor, this is a well-proportioned double bedroom, currently arranged as a twin. A good-sized window to the front of the property allows for plenty of natural light, creating a bright and welcoming space

FAMILY SHOWER ROOM: A well-proportioned shower room comprising a shower cubicle, WC, wash hand basin and heated towel rail.

MASTER BEDROOM: A generously sized double/king bedroom with access to the first-floor balcony, built-in wardrobes and an en-suite bathroom. The en-suite comprises a bath with shower over, WC, wash hand basin and heated towel rail.

BEDROOM 4: A further double bedroom with built-in wardrobes and access to the balcony, which is shared with the Master Bedroom. Carpeted flooring.

SECOND FLOOR

BEDROOM 5: Located at the top of the stairs on the second floor, this is a further bunk room with a skylight allowing in natural light. Carpeted flooring.

BEDROOM 6: A well-proportioned double bedroom with a large window allowing for plenty of natural light. Carpeted flooring and complete with an en-suite. The en-suite comprises a bath, WC, wash hand basin and heated towel rail, with tiled flooring.

STORAGE AREA: Opposite the bedrooms is a large, extended storage area built into the eaves — a real benefit for holiday rentals (ideal for linen, laundry and equipment) or simply for general storage.

THE LOWER MILL ESTATE: The property benefits from full access to the facilities at the exclusive Lower Mill Estate, including the on-site private spa with outdoor and indoor heated swimming pools, sauna, steam room, gym, and natural plunge pool. A further heated swimming pool, set in a more traditional country-house style, is also available for residents and guests.

The estate additionally offers tennis courts, children’s play areas, and a network of nature trails, along with numerous freshwater lakes ideal for fishing, wild swimming, wildlife watching, and non-motorised water sports. Lower Mill Estate is a well-established and highly regarded destination for holidaymakers, known for its outstanding natural setting and exceptional on-site amenities

ANNUAL RUNNING COSTS: The property is held on the remainder of a 999-year lease, with approximately 985 years remaining. Ground rent is linked to RPI and reviewed annually, currently around £3,000 per annum. The service charge is reviewed annually, operates on a not-for-profit basis, and is approximately £5,500 per annum.

Council tax is only applicable if the property is used purely as a second or holiday home and not rented out. These properties are currently exempt from the ‘double council tax’ on second homes imposed by Cotswold District Council, as they are specifically designated as holiday accommodation.

The property is currently a well-established holiday let. Further information is available on request