Nestled in the heart of Cotswold Water Park, Songthrush offers a tranquil retreat with two outdoor spaces and five bedrooms. The ground floor living area opens onto the terrace where you can bring the outdoors in and enjoy meals together or relax by the wood burning stove.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9174 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Songthrush - Lower Mill Estate, Cotswold Water Park
Choosing Songthrush for your next Cotswold Water Park getaway will not disappoint. Next door to the spa with the lakes of the Lower Mill Estate on your doorstep, you will leave with fabulous memories of time well spent together.
Set over three floors Songthrush is a well-equipped home from home. The ground floor living area opens on to the terrace allowing you to bring the outdoors in and maximise this space. The cosy sitting area nestles around a wood burning stove and the Smart TV and DVD player provide the evening's entertainment. Cherish meals together as you all sit at the dining table for a homecooked dinner made in the spacious kitchen. At the end of the day, Songthrush offers the choice of five bedrooms which suit a number of different group combinations whether you are two families sharing, or a group of friends.
With two outdoor areas, you have every opportunity to soak in your surroundings. From the ground floor, sliding doors open to the terrace where there is space to dine and a gas BBQ is provided. On sunny days, fire up the grill and cook up a feast. Upstairs, the balcony is a quiet spot for relaxation shared between bedrooms two and three. There is a table and chairs here where you can read in the afternoons watching the world pass by. With one designated parking space, additional parking can be found in the on-site car parks.
Ground Floor
Open Plan Living/Kitchen/Dining Room: This spacious open plan living room is the heart of the home. This communal space opens to the terrace with floor to ceiling doors so you can really make the most of this peaceful setting. A woodburner provides warmth on cooler evenings as you chat long into the night, enjoying this time together. The dining table can be set for ten and home-cooked meals are easily prepared in the well-equipped kitchen. You have an oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher and fridge freezer available.
Cloakroom: The convenient ground floor cloakroom has a WC and sink.
First Floor
Bedroom Two: There is nothing better than to wake up in a room where you can step right out onto the balcony and watch the ducks waddling by. This bedroom has a double bed, chest of drawers, bedside tables and a built-in wardrobe.
En-Suite: The en-suite is complete with a bath, shower over, WC and sink. Soak amongst the bubbles as you relax at the end of a busy day.
Bedroom Three: The second double bedroom also has access onto the balcony and is finished in neutral colours for a restful night's sleep. There are bedside tables and a built-in wardrobe.
Bedroom Four: With two full size single beds, this room suits children or two adults sharing, There is a built-in wardrobe for storage and two bedside tables with a lamp for anybody who reads at the end of the day.
Bedroom Five: Providing flexibility when choosing a bedroom each, this single room is ideal for either a child or for accommodating adults wishing to sleep separately.
Second Floor
Bedroom One: The master bedroom encompasses the second floor and is a well equipped hideaway. From the king-size bed, open the skylight blinds to start your day scattered with sunlight. A slow morning coffee while flicking through a magazine can be enjoyed at the table and if you must get the laptop out for work there is a desk and large monitor. With storage space in the wardrobe, chest of drawers and bedside tables with lamps you have everything you could need.
En-Suite: The large shower is perfect for rinsing off after an exhilarating day on the lakes. There is also a WC and sink.
Outside The terrace is accompanied by a backdrop of waterfowl and the gentle rush of wind through the surrounding trees. A table and chairs seating eight gives you space to dine al fresco and there is a gas BBQ. On the balcony above, accessed from bedrooms two and three, is the perfect spot to start your day with a pastry and a cup of tea.
Points of Note
The Property: • Book with us to get exclusive discounts for top attractions and experiences. • 2 well-behaved dogs are welcome for an additional fee of £47 per dog. This fee is not included in the rental price. Please advise us at the time of booking if you are bringing a dog/s and you will be sent a request for the additional fee. • Guests at Songthrush receive 2 passes for complimentary use of the on-site spa (8 mins walk). Each pass provides access for all guests. Pool use and treatments must be booked in advance. • 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.
The Estate: • The spa outdoor pool is currently unavailable due to damage until the end of May. The spa also has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool is available at Mill Village within the estate. • 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.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Sauna
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Wood stove
Entertainment
DVD player
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Office
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
On the waterfront
Things to do
Tennis
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Cirencester, this cottage is on the waterfront. Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre and Swindon and Cricklade Railway are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Thames River and Neigh Bridge Country Park. Lakeside Ski & Wake and Combat Splat are also worth visiting. Visit our Cirencester travel guide
Does Songthrush - Lower Mill Estate, Cotswold Water Park have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Songthrush - Lower Mill Estate, Cotswold Water Park pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Songthrush - Lower Mill Estate, Cotswold Water Park?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Songthrush - Lower Mill Estate, Cotswold Water Park?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Songthrush - Lower Mill Estate, Cotswold Water Park?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Songthrush - Lower Mill Estate, Cotswold Water Park located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Somerford Lagoon and Thames River. Thames Path and Neigh Bridge Country Park are also within 10 minutes.
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Songthrush - Lower Mill Estate, Cotswold Water Park Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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A lovely place to stay with all the amenities you would need, for a family special birthday that made the weekend great!!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Gaynor B.
29 Jul 2025
Few days away at songthrush
Great few days at songthrush. To celebrate a birthday with family.Lovely weather made use of the swimming pool’s indoor and outdoor.
Good activities but think the addition of crazy golf course would be a good idea.
We look forward to visiting again…
Gaynor B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
S L G.
26 Aug 2024
Excellent stay, we will return!
We all had a lovely stay at Dongthrush. The house is wonderful and very well equipped so you can actually cook rather than have to eat out all the time. Great location close to the Spa and Restaurant. Only advice is, if you want to play tennis arrive early to grab a slot, all gone by 5pm on first day and can only check in at 4pm!!
S L G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Loretta Sheehan
8 Jun 2025
Lovely family break
We spent 4 days at Songthursh during the May half term. The lodge was a lovely space with ample room for 9 of us. We'll sticked with tea, coffee, biscuits etc. Plenty to do on the estate including the heated outdoor pool which was great, particularly on days when the indoor pool was fully booked. We also did the mega sup board which was fun. Would definitely recommend and return.
Loretta Sheehan
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
3 Dec 2024
A great weekend
We hired Songthrush for a birthday weekend and to get all the family together. The space was perfect, there were enough bathrooms and bedrooms, then we had the open social space downstairs, so it all flowed well. The welcome preparations were carefully though out, with a fire being laid and lights and radio on to welcome us, which immediately made it feel homely. There was lots of equipment in the kitchen and all over the house. Torches provided and other touches such as small toiletries and tissues. The beds were comfortable and the place was warm. We did not venture far, which was the plan as we had some elderly in our party. The plan was to use the house and spend time together as a family. We played lots of games and had many laughs. Some used the pool and gym onsite and praised this. I found walking our dog around the estate in the evening very pleasant with the houses all twinkling on the lakes.
I would certainly recommend this place.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
ChrisAnne T.
31 Dec 2025
An excellent holiday break in the Lakes in a very clean well equipped house
Excellent stay in a house that's very well equipped warm and spacious
Not the best of locations and outlook but near pool and facilties
Great vfm
ChrisAnne T.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Rodger F.
5 Nov 2025
A good place to celebrate a 50th Wedding Anniversary
Songthrush is a very well equipped house with plenty of accommodation and enough bathrooms to suit our party of nine. The park has great facilities to enable all ages find thingsto do, from swimming to tennis and lake walks. The log burner is excellent and Autumnal vistas through the patio doors were special.
House and grounds were beautiful but for just over 2000pound we couldnt use the swimming pool as it was fully booked all 3 days also the restaurant on site we felt the menu was very limited we had to go off site to eat but apart from that we had some lovely family time
lisa m.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nicola T.
10 Aug 2025
Great Property
Great, spacious property. We were 2 families holidaying together and there was plenty of room for us all. Well equipped kitchen and good location for restaurant and sport activities.
Only disappointment was that you could only book 1 hr a day at the Spa swimming pool. Time slots should be at least 1.5hrs.
Nicola T.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Laura D.
7 Aug 2025
Great stay
Lovely property, great location for pool and spa, well equipped. I would recommend more seating in living room as there's only really 7 sofa seats for a property that sleeps 9. The sleeping situation seems okay upon booking but the lack of windows on the top floor meant it was very hot and stuffy when it wasn't particularly hot outside. The two double beds on the middle floor were like sleeping on a pile of bricks, after one sleepless night, a mattress topper was purchased by our group, for one of the beds but it made very little difference. We did have a great time but the lack of sleep for some members of our group meant they did unfortunately leave to go home before our holiday was over. I have said I would recommend, if the bed situation was addressed.