Mill Village 17, The Lower Mill Estate

A charming three-bedroom, south-facing holiday cottage in a peaceful Mill Village location, enjoying open views across communal gardens and nature towards Somerford Lagoon. Situated within the exclusive Lower Mill Estate, owners and guests benefit from access to excellent on-site facilities including the onsite spa (indoor heated pool, outdoor heated pool, sauna, steam room & gym), separate swimming pool, sauna, tennis courts, children’s play areas and the stunning 550-acre nature reserve the estate sits within.

The ground floor offers a welcoming open-plan living and dining space centred around a beautiful inglenook fireplace with wood-burning stove, finished in Cotswold stone to create an authentic cottage atmosphere. The kitchen has been recently updated and is open to the living area, subtly separated by an impressive exposed timber beam. There is also a convenient ground floor WC. French doors lead out to the south-facing seating area, with a gentle brook running nearby and views towards Somerford Lagoon.

Upstairs, the principal bedroom benefits from a beautifully finished, recently installed en-suite shower room. There is a further double bedroom and a twin bedroom, both served by a spacious family bathroom that has also been recently updated. The property is currently run as a successful holiday let.

ACCOMODATION  Ground Floor: Entrance hall; cloakroom with WC and basin; open-plan living and dining area with access to the garden and paved seating area. The kitchen is open to the living space and finished to a high standard with excellent attention to detail. Wood flooring runs throughout the majority of the ground floor. First Floor: Principal bedroom with en-suite shower room, second double bedroom, a further bedroom and a family bathroom. The property is well positioned for convenient access to the on-site amenities and benefits from its own allocated parking space, with additional parking available in the main car park. The house features a stone-tiled roof and rendered exterior, enhancing the charming, traditional cottage character.

GROUND FLOOR

ENTRANCE HALL: Accessed from the front of the property via a gravel lane in a tranquil part of the Lower Mill Estate, a covered porch leads into a light entrance hall with oak flooring. From here there is access to the open-plan living, dining and kitchen area, along with a cloakroom with WC and basin. There is also useful understairs storage and a door leading to a ground floor shower room with WC.

LIVING & DINING AREA:  The open-plan living and dining area is the true heart of the cottage and has been beautifully enhanced to create a warm, authentic Cotswold atmosphere. While the overall layout mirrors other three-bedroom cottages on the estate, this property stands out through its exceptional use of exposed Cotswold stone and character features that give the space a wonderfully cosy and traditional feel.

At the centre of the room is a striking stone inglenook fireplace with a working wood-burning stove, creating a charming focal point for relaxing evenings. A large exposed timber beam subtly separates the kitchen from the living space, adding further warmth and character while maintaining the open-plan design. Natural light flows into the room through cottage-style French doors, which open onto the south-facing seating area. From here there are attractive views across open green space, with a gentle brook running nearby and views extending towards Somerford Lagoon, creating a peaceful and idyllic setting.

KITCHEN: The kitchen is beautifully designed to complement the warm, characterful feel of the cottage. Open to the living area and subtly defined by the exposed timber beam, it creates a sociable and inviting space. Finished with shaker-style cabinetry, solid wood worktops and a classic Belfast sink set beneath the window, natural light fills the room. Open timber shelving and carefully chosen traditional details enhance the charming Cotswold cottage aesthetic, creating a kitchen that is both practical and full of character.

FIRST FLOOR

MASTER BEDROOM: A great sized master bedroom with a window overlooking communal gardens and where you can see Somerford Lagoon from. Recently new ensuite with large walk in shower, WC & wash hand basin & heated towel rail. 

BEDROOM 2: Double or twin bedroom with a window to the front of the property.

BEDROOM 3: Twin bedroom with a window to the rear of the property.

FAMILY BATHROOM: Again, recently replaced to a high standard the family bathroom has a bath with shower over, WC and wash hand basin. Heated towel rail. Roof light and airing cupboard.

LOWER MILL ESTATE: The property is situated within a unique development which has been created on a private 550 acre estate. The concept of The Lower Mill Estate is to provide complete peace and security within a fully managed estate. It is a natural environment with opportunities to spend time bird watching, fishing or spotting the odd beaver. The properties are classified as holiday homes and they cannot be occupied between 5th January and 6th February or used as Primary residences. (subject to a fee and Deed of Variation, occupancy of these properties could be increased to 12 months)

ANNUAL RUNNING COSTS: Remainder of 999 year lease (built 1998), ground rent approx. £2,700 per annum, linked to RPI, Service Charge, reviewed annually,  not for profit, approx. £3,902 Council tax band - £2,100 (If letting out, you should qualify for 100% business rate relief, which zero's council tax. Errors and Omissions Excepted (E&OE).

LEISURE FACILITIES:  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

Lower Mill Estate is just 15 minutes away from the Capital of the Cotswold's, Cirencester and has easy access to the beautiful towns and villages that comprise the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty that is the Cotswold's.

 TRANSPORT CONNECTIONS

Nearest train stations: Kemble (1hr10 to London), & Swindon 

(1hr to London). Nearest motorway: 20 mins from Junction 15 of M4.