Howells Mere 110, The Lower Mill Estate

A beautifully maintained three-bedroom first-floor apartment occupying an attractive position overlooking Swillbrook Lake, one of the many picturesque lakes within the private, gated and security-managed Lower Mill Estate.

Forming part of a small and well-kept building of just six apartments, the property enjoys a peaceful setting with wonderful westerly views across the water. A short pathway leads directly from the designated parking area to the communal entrance, providing convenient access to the apartment. Secure key safes are also in place, making arrivals straightforward for holiday guests, friends and family.

Located on the first floor, the apartment is accessed via a communal hallway shared with only one neighbouring apartment. Once inside, the accommodation is both bright and welcoming, centred around a spacious open-plan living, dining and kitchen area. Two sets of full-height stacking sliding doors flood the room with natural light and open onto a generous west-facing sun deck, creating a seamless connection between the living space and the lakeside setting beyond.

The accommodation comprises three well-proportioned bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with en-suite bathroom, together with a family bathroom serving the remaining bedrooms. The layout has proven particularly popular for family holidays, allowing comfortable accommodation for both owners and guests alike.

Outside A spacious private sun deck extends the full width of the apartment and provides ample room for outdoor dining, entertaining or simply relaxing whilst overlooking the lake. Benefitting from a westerly aspect, the deck enjoys afternoon and evening sunshine and offers an excellent vantage point from which to enjoy the ever-changing scenery and abundant wildlife for which Lower Mill Estate is renowned. The adjoining deck remains open to the neighbouring apartment, a deliberate architectural feature designed to preserve the uninterrupted views across Swillbrook Lake.

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 987 years remaining. NO GROUND RENT PAYABLE. The service charge is reviewed annually, operates on a not-for-profit basis, and is approximately £8,500 per annum - This is more than the stand alone houses as it includes property/building maintenance. 

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