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House |4 bedrooms |Sleeps 10

Lower Mill in Cirencester

from £143 / night

£995–£2000 / week

2 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

5 out of 5

34 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Swimming pool, beach or lakeside relaxation, balcony/terrace, car advised, may take pets - please enquire

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About the home

Call us 7 days a week 8.00am to 10.00pm on 01285 851902 or 07906 377040
Mid week offers from £495.00 for 4 nights based on up to 4 sharing.
NO HENS OR STAGS.
SUITABLE FOR DISCREET GATHERINGS ONLY.

Velvet Lodge is a 3 storey /4 bedroom/4 bathroom lakeside south west facing house, sleeps 8 adults and 2 children or 9 adults and 1 child on the Z bed. Sited on a beautiful freshwater Lake on a Luxury 2nd home Development Lowermill Estate,
takes advantage of complimentary membership of a renowned Spa with its heated indoor and outdoor pools, gym, sauna, steam room and range of bookable treatments,
Velvet Lodge combines the tranquility of the beautiful Cotswold countryside with the very best of contemporary design whilst offering full width, full height, floor to ceiling panoramic glazing with amazing views.
The property is located within minutes' drive of many traditional Cotswolds villages with a good range of shops and other facilities.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Call us 7 days a week 8.00am to 10.00pm on 01285 851902 or 07906 377040

Arranged over three floors and offering flexible accommodation this fully gas centrally heated property offers 4 bedrooms sleeps up to 8 adults and 2 children, 2 en-suite (one with bath & one with shower) incorporating fitted oak wardrobes with 2 further flexible family/children’s bedrooms, 2 family shower rooms

A major feature of the property is its favoured position on the west bank of Clear Lake with unobstructed west facing views over the lake to the rear of the property & affording views over Somerford lagoon to the front.
The property is orientated such that the sun rises over Somerford Lagoon to the front of the property which can be viewed through the kitchen and dining area windows of the open plan first floor during the morning and from the lounge or the private ground floor terrace or first floor balcony, to the west facing fully glazed rear of the property from mid morning until sunset affording you the opportunity (weather permitting) of tracking the sun throughout the day & watching the sunset over Clear Lake each evening.
Bedrooms are fitted out as follows;2 x 6ft double, 1 x twin (possible extra “Z” bed to form triple room), 1 x 4ft 6inch double bed (with single bunk bed over).
Offered fully equipped and well appointed with oak flooring and quality finishes throughout benefiting from granite work surfaces and stainless steel Neff appliances to the modern fitted kitchen with Sottini sanitary ware to the bath/shower rooms fitted out with Mira power showers and Trevi glazed shower enclosures, wireless broadband, premium wall hung 42” plasma TV to first floor lounge equipped with terrestrial, freeview and satellite with inclusive sports package, sky+ hard disk recorder, dvd/cd, play station & hi-fi.
The west facing rear wall of the property consists of full width panoramic double glazing incorporating sliding patio doors giving unobstructed views of Clear Lake from both rear facing ground floor bedrooms & the open plan double storey height first floor lounge which open directly onto the enclosed private timber decked balcony & terrace areas offering unobstructed westerly facing views over Clear Lake whilst the kitchen affords views over Somerford Lagoon to the east facing front of the property.
Ground Floor

First Bedroom

Twin-bedded room with additional Z-bed (for +1).
Positioned to the front of the property & fitted out with twin single beds & a builit-in wardrobe cupboard. An additional 'Z' bed can be provided for this room by arrangement.

Second Bedroom

Master/Double bedroom with 6ft bed with TV/32' LCD , built-in wardrobe cupboards either side of the bed patio doors and en-suite bathroom/W.C.
Positioned at the rear of the property, has full width glazing and overlooks the lake across the terrace, which can be accessed through the full height glazed patio door.
A travel cot can be provided in this room, if required.

Third Bedroom

This bedroom, at the rear of the property, is ideal for families, provides some flexibilty with the sleeping arrangements, has full width glazing and overlooks the lake across the terrace, which can be accessed through the full height glazed patio door
There is a 4ft 6" double bed with a single bunk bed over and a built-in wardrobe/cupboard that also houses a condensing tumble dryer.

Family Shower-room

This has a shower, basin, wc, heated towel rail, shaver point/light and mirror.

First Floor

Upside-down living featuring a spacious double-storey height open-plan living room and kitchen/dining area, well-equipped kitchen with granite worktops.
Opening directly onto a private balcony leading down to a large enclosed private ground floor terrace, on the bank of Clear Lake, via its own external spiral staircase.
Full panoramic views with double glazing, sliding glass doors opening directly onto the enclosed private timber decked sun trap balcony.

Shower room/W.C.
The en-suite shower room has a shower, basin, wc, heated towel rail, shaver point/light and mirror.

Second Floor:

Fourth Bedroom

This bedroom has a vaulted ceiling incorporating a glazed rooflight with two further windows one to the side of the property & the other looking down on the double storey lounge below.
There is a 6ft double bed with generous built-in wardrobe space.
The en-suite shower room has a shower, basin, wc, heated towel rail, shaver point/light and mirror.

Summary:

*Elec and full gas CH incl
*Two TVs (one 42in plasma with Sky+ and sports package, one 32in LCD) *DVD
*CD with selection of movies for all ages
*X box with games for all ages
*Free Wireless broadband
*Auto washing machine
*Crockery and cutlery and all kitchen utensils
*Cleaninig products
*Tumble/dryer
*M/wave
*D/washer
*F/freezer
*Basic toiletries
*Enclosed furnished terrace, balcony.
*Duvets, linen (Egyptian cotton), towels provided
*Non-smokers
*Parking
*Shops 400 yds
*Catering services recomended

Children Friendly

Families with infants, toddlers, young children and teenagers are welcome
The requirements of families holidaying with toddlers and young children are very different from adults alone. We run family friendly accommodation where children are welcomed, which can make all the difference to your stay.

We provide the finest family friendly facilities combined with all the luxury and comforts that will make your stay unforgettable.

We offer:

Baby sitting services (we recommend a professional baby sitting service but take on responsibility for it)
Catering services
Travel cot
Stair gates
High chair
Changing mat
Baby listening monitor
Microwave sterilizer
Travel cot
Plastic cutlery, plates, cups, bibs
Baby bath and seat
Toilet seat adaptor and potty
Night lights

Further details outdoors:
Call us 7 days a week 8.00am to 10.00pm on 01285 851902 or 07906 377040

The property benefits from being orientated such that the the panoramic glazing to the rear of the property enclosed private decking areas face in an south western direction & therefore are ideal for catching the all day sunshine.Sit peacefully by the serene waters from your very own verandawith only the swans to disturb and weather permitting enjoy the all day suntrap decking.

Dine alfresco on the terrace & watch the sun set over this magnificient Lake.

The rear & one side of the property are bounded by shallow water.

Take advantage of the renowned first class on site exclusive spa.

Spa /Fitness Breaks at Velvet Lodge

They say a change is as good as a rest – well the current economic turmoil certainly isn't restful - so perhaps a change in your surroundings and de-stressing with relaxing and therapeutic spa treatments is what is in order to rejuvenate your body. Feel how amazing being in a new environment and experiencing stress busting treatments can do to lift your spirits and refresh your mind, even if it is only for a few days.

Velvet Lodge provides you with the ultimate in spa breaks. Included in the cost of your stay is complimentary use of £6 million Pevonia Award-winning spa (excluding treatments), one of the countries leading health spas.

Indulge your mind, body and soul in the sauna, steam room, indoor swimming pool, outdoor heated pool (from May to October) and swim with lilies that filter the crystal clear waters of an outdoor eco-pool.

Chill out in the adult only library/ relaxation room and pamper yourself with a choice of over sixty different treatments for both men and women.

For those looking to build or maintain their stamina spa offers a deluxe fitness centre with Techno Gym equipment.

The indoor pool is peaceful, flooded with natural light during the day and candlelit at night.

The unique combination of the stunning Velvet Lodge and Art spa make a spectacular, relaxing spa break.

For recreation: explore the collection of lakes shared by the resident otters and beavers, explore the unspoilt 450 acre private estate on foot or bike or keep up the regime in the state of the art gym .

Further details

Call us 7 days a week 8.00am to 10.00pm on 01285 851902 or 07906 377040

NO HENS OR STAGS.
DISCREET GATHERINGS ONLY.

Family orientated resort, shared by second home owners and holiday makers.
Suitable for family groups or discrete gatherings only, no stag or hen groups - terms of conduct to be signed.

The rental property is a non-smoking property and some small pets may be considered with prior agreemenet.

The rental property is fully equipped and furnished with bed and bath linen are included in the price, cost may vary depending on group size.

The tenant is entitled to use the following during the rental period:

1 X allocated parking space, (overflowparking, 3 minutes away, free of charge)) free Spa, tennis courts, children’s play areas.

The tenant receives 1 set of house keys for the duration of the rental period.

To access the Spa the tenant will need take proof of booking to the Reception Desk where they will issue an 2 entry cards on receipt of a £25 X 2 refundable deposit.
All guests are entitled to spa access.

The arrival time on the arrival day is after 16:00hrs
The departure time on the day of departure before 10:00hrs.
When ever possible ealier check in an later check out may be offered.

At the end of the rental period the tenant is to vacate the property and return the keys back to the key box at the front of the property.

At the end of the rental period the tenant should leave the property in similar condition to that in which it was found.

Any additional cleaning costs incurred by the Advertiser may be passed on to the Tenant at their sole discretion.

Conditions

Mid week off peak offers from £495.00 based on max of 4 adults sharing

A returnable security deposit of £250 is required.

Insurance recommended.

Rental price and payment methods

The amount is payable by the following payment methods:

Cheque, BACS or Paypal

The 30% deposit is payable when the booking is made with the remaining balance paid 8 weeks prior to arrival, when booking is made within the 8 week period, full amount will be due immediately.

If the tenant is more than 7 days late in paying, the Advertiser is entitled to terminate the contract immediately without notice and to let the property to someone else.

Cancellation and early termination

If the tenant terminates this contract before the arrival date and doesn't name a (suitable) replacement that accepts the same terms, they are responsible for paying the following penalty fees to cover costs.

Liability and responsibilities of the tenant

The rental property including the furniture and the other contents are to be treated with care.

The Tenant is held responsible for the actions of other people, including any guests or visitors they might have, within the house.

The Tenant is liable for any damaged goods, damage to the property or damage to anything else related to the property, whether caused by them-selves or their accompanying guests or visitors.

Faults that are found before or during the rental period are to be reported to the Advertiser immediately.

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The Central England / Cotswolds / Gloucestershire region

Region:

April 2008 - Online magazine AskMen.com has compiled a list of the top ten ‘paradise’ locations around the world that seem to have remained untouched by civilisation. The Cotswolds is 2nd Place!
The region is famous for its ancient mellow ‘honey’ coloured limestone villages that blend perfectly into the countryside and its bustling market towns. Many have scarcely altered since they grew up on the prosperity of the medieval wool trade in the 15th and 16th centuries and subsequently forgotten about for more then 300 years. This sequence of events now makes the Cotswolds region one of the most treasured, toured and vacationed in England and the UK for nowhere else will you see such timeless uniqueness and heart warming preservation on such a scale.

Many traditional villages within 15 minutes reach, offering tradition combined with chic
Ideal for antique hunters :visit the charming villages of Bourton on the Water (the Venice of the Cotswolds), Burford, Stow on the Wold, Moreton in Marsh and Chipping Camden (plus many others), the larger spa towns of Bath (a World Heritage Site) and Cheltenham (famed for it’s beautiful Regency
architecture) or Oxford (the city of dreaming spires) and Stratford-upon-Avon is just over 1 hour away.
For those looking for a bargain, Bicester Village offers most sought-after brands at prices reduced by up to 60%

The Cirencester / Lower Mill area

We are within a short walk to Somerford Keynes, a local village with a Quality Pub and a number of other small villages are within 5 minutes drive, offering local amenities like: Post office, Grocery shop and more Pubs.

The estate is located within the Cotswold Waterpark which provides numerous opportunities to explore either on foot, by bike or watercraft, seasonal cable skiing is also on offer as are sailing, canoeing and windsurfing tuition/hire.

The are several golf courses locally.

An artificial beach on one of the lakes within the Keynes Country Park will keep the children entertained as will the local Butts Farm whilst Magicland in Cirencester is available for very young children if the weather is poor.

Horse riding and bycicle hire is also available locally.

Regular polo matches are played in & around Cirencester.

Cirencester is the nearest town and is only 10 minutes drive, where you will find large Tesco, Waitrose, M&S and a good variety of shops/boutiques, pubs and restaurants.

The town of Cirencester (formerly named Corinium was the second largest town in Britain during Roman times) is home to the Corinium Museum, the Cirencester Abbey (the longest known Saxon church in England) and host to regular market days.

Other popular Cotswold towns are within a 40 mile radius (Tewkesbury, Broadway, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water, Swindon, Bath, Oxford and Stratford upon Avon)

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Velvet Lodge is located on a private gated Lowermill Estate nr Somerford Keynes.
We are within easy reach of the M4 and M5 (11 miles from junction 15 of the M4 and 18 miles from M5)

The nearest rail station Kemble is only 4 miles away and offers frequent services to Swindon, Gloucester, Cheltenham as well as a regular service to London, Paddington.

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Reviews

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19 May 2013

“Great for families and it doesn't matter the weather” Our second visit to Lower Mill Estate. Last time we stayed in the Mill estate side, this time we upgraded to Clearwater so we had access to the indoor pool and it was such a great decision! The indoor pool is perfect for children, whatever the weather, and Velvet Lodge is a great house with lots of room and perfectly set up for families. We will be back!

18 Mar 2013

“Amazing house” Celebrated the big 50 at Velvet Lodge with my friends, everyone loved it. Amazing house, fantastic views, light, bright & airy. Enjoyed watching all the ducks, coots, moorhens, Canada geese, swans... more

05 Mar 2013

“Amazing place!” Beautiful & well equipped house with comfortable beds & soft towels. Home from home at a high standard. The house has everything you need & is exceptionally clean with a lovely spa/pool & walks right on the door step. Will definitely be going back again!!

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05 Mar 2013

“Velvet Lodge is beautiful, can't wait to go back.” Velvet Lodge, is set in next to/on a stunning lake, fabulous views all round. House is a very good size and holds 8 adults easily, rooms are fantastic and number of bathrooms are useful. Kitchen is well equipt and was easy to cook for a large number. Xbox was great fun and provided us with some entertainment. Velvet lodge was very clean and well decorated. The estate is great for cycling, walks, swimming, spa is fab too and there is a pub not too far a walk away. I would love to come back for some more rest and relaxation.

25 Nov 2012

“Perfect retreat with first class spa facilities” We booked Velvet Lodge and were certainly not disappointed. The jewel in the crown is the only way to describe this second home development within the water park, built within a gated nature... more

13 Nov 2012

“A great place to get together with family or friends wide appeal” A 3 night stay to celebrate my mums 60th birthday which was successful because the villa and estate has such general appeal for young and old. We stayed with our 2 children who are 3 & 4 yrs old plus... more

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08 Nov 2012

“Lovely house and surroundings” The property was lovely, well maintained and had everything you needed to make our stay really enjoyable.

02 Nov 2012

“Great stay at the Velvet Lodge” The three families all had a great time at the Velvet Lodge, the house was really warm, cosy and the kids loved the Xbox Kinect games. The lounge/kitchen dinning area is great for family get... more

10 Oct 2012

“Nice House - Shame about the Spa Rules” Velvet Lodge is a very nice house on the Lower Mill Estate. It has plenty of bedrooms and space for an extended group and lots of games (including an Xbox which was particularly loved) to keep... more

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01 Oct 2012

“Beautiful Property, Perfect Location” My husband and I stayed at Velvet Lodge to celebrate our first year wedding anniversary. Upon entering the complex, we drove past quaint looking Cotswold stone cottages, that lead us to Velvet Lodge. Spectacular is word to describe this property! A fabulously equipped, clean and modern kitchen with a dining area and living space, that overlooks the wonderful lake. We were greeted by swans on our first day and enjoyed watching the Herons in the mornings. The property is in a quite location and so if you wanted a relaxing, get away from it all break, this is the one for you. We sampled the goods on offer at the small Farm Shop, which was lovely. You must, must, must visit the Baker's Arms pub in one of the nearby villages - doesn't look much from the outside but once inside, you are greeted by very friendly, helpful staff and the ambience is a soothing country pub with absolutely fantastic food. New to the area, we visited nearby Oxford and this, along with Broadway, is a favourite place to visit.

12 Sep 2012

“An intake of nature and exercise - uplifting the spirits” We had a lovely holiday at Velvet Lodge, Lower Mill Estate. We enjoyed walk, beaver and bird watching, some kayaking and cycling. Our stay co-incided with the Estate's annual festival, where extra activities such as Zorbing, a quiz, a photography exhibition, provided opportunities for the teenagers to chill. The house was comfortable and well stocked. Our bedroom and the lounge both overlooked Clearwater lake, infusing us with the peace and tranquility of the location.

03 Jun 2012

“Fabulous place to visit and would certainly stay again in Velvet Lodge” We have just returned from a fantastic time in the Velvet Lodge in the Cotswolds. Its reputation certainly lived up to the photos on the web site – in fact it was even better. The spa was wonderful on site and we used the out door pool many times. It was like getting into a warm bath. It certainly helped having fantastic weather. Lower Mill Estate is situated in a great location in easy reach of all tourist areas. We all enjoyed the Cotswolds Wildlife Park. Bourton on Water was a picturesque place to visit as were many other villages located close by. Gloucester was a great place to shop and for those that like antiques there was a fantastic centre by the quay. I would certainly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing break. It was beautifully kept and the hostess was extremely helpful and informative. We will certainly be back .

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23 May 2012

“A great house in a great location” We stayed as an early 70th birthday long weekend celebration with children, and 3 grandchildren aged 3 -7. The house is beautiful, spacious, and in a stunning location, overlooking one of the lakes on the Old Mill Estate. The owner was very welcoming and helpful, the house was spotlessly clean and well-equipped, and everything worked! The area of course is lovely, with plenty of activities for all ages, although the pool in the spa was the biggest attraction on a rather cold weekend. The living room and kitchen is on the first floor, and the master bedroom on the floor above that, so that packing/unpacking on arrival and departure meant quite a lot of stair climbing, but assuming moderate levels of fitness, it shouldn't be too much of a problem. We couldn't rate it highly enough.

17 May 2012

“The perfect venue and location for some first class R&R” Had the best girls weekend away to mark my 50th. Birthday. Thoughtfully furnished accommodation which is stylish but not imposing. Luxury spa, idyllic outlook. Would highly recommend hiring bikes and cycling to one of the local pubs for lunch. Will definitely be back!

02 May 2012

“perfect house, perfect location” 8 adults one teenager and a baby all stayed here for a weekend, the house is beautifuly decorated and everything you need is there for you, including games and toys, hairdryer and straighteners ! the... more

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25 Apr 2012

“Amazing house and great facilities” We were a party of 4 adults, 6 children and 2 babies! The house was very child friendly and lots of space for the children to play, especially on the two balconies. The house was beautiful and very well kitted out. There was everything we needed, even down to toys for the children. Also, free access to the spa was great. We made use of that a few times.

20 Apr 2012

“High quality accommodation in a superb location” Well designed accommodation with excellent furniture and fittings; very clean and well maintained; beautiful lakeside views, ideal for family gatherings - we were a three generational group including small children - with access to a swimming pool and gym that we used and enjoyed. Not only was it a peaceful setting, but noise didn't travel within the accommodation, an important consideration with small children! A very relaxing break, we will certainly stay again in the future.

03 Mar 2012

“Lovely week at Velvet Lodge” Just got back from a relaxing and enjoyable week at Velvet Lodge. Definitely lives up to the photos on the site. House was well stocked with everything you could need - extra special touches like... more

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25 Sep 2011

“Excellent attention to detail” Having recently returned from a weekend stay at Velvet Lodge I thought it necessary to write my first ever review! Not only was the location of the house brilliant (right on the lake with excellent views from both of our balcony's) but the decor and layout of the house was brilliant. We, as a group of girls, wanting to go away and totally relax for a few days found the quietness and privacy brilliant. All of the little extra's like hair dryers and straightners in the rooms were also a brillaint added bonus, we definitely felt like we were staying in luxury. The wide screen tv, X-Box and Docking station for the ipod also came in handy!! I have raved about Velvet Lodge to many a friend and hope to return soon!

10 Aug 2011

“Fabulous” We were very impressed with the fact that the owner phoned us before our holiday to explain directions on how to reach the property etc. She told us that her husband would meet us at the property on the day of our arrival to show us around the house and to answer any questions we may have. He duly did so and was very friendly and welcoming. Velvet Lodge is a fantastic house set in beautiful tranquil lakeside surroundings. The house is equipped to a very high standard, you really do feel as if you are staying in someones home as there are so many thoughtful extras. The house was extremely clean on our arrival. We were thrilled to be by a lake and as the week progressed we became enthralled with the lake and its inhabitants ie the swans and the newly hatched coot chicks. Lower Mill village is incredibly relaxed. The varied architecture makes every walk very interesting. Situated within the village is the spa which houses an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, a small gym (which is very small) and could be improved by having two of each of the exercise machines as most people exercise in couples. Also available was a further outside swimming pool and sauna which was used most days. Two large trampolines were available and wooden playground equipment at both sites. We took advantage of the tennis courts which were easy to book. We also booked to hire a canoe for the day (£45) which even though we managed to capsize and fall in everyone agreed it was great fun. There is a small village shop/cafe which is very nice but also very pricey! Our favorite part of the holiday was sitting on the balcony overlooking the lake in the evening and discussing our days events, the worst bit was leaving it all behind. At the end of our week we all agreed it was one of the most relaxing and fun holidays any of us have had and yes we will return.

23 Jul 2011

“lovely relaxing break in beautiful surroundings” We had a lovely midweek break at Velvet Lodge. The accommodation was exceptionally comfortable and had everything you could possibly need. It is in a really lovely location overlooking a lake, with a... more

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15 Jul 2011

“Great location overlooking the lake” Went for a midweek break with friends, the accommodation was excellent very well stocked with all manner of kitchen and dining equipment and in the bathroom we even had the choice of curling or straightening our hair! The house has a very large openplan lounge/dining room with very comfortable sofas, all very sumptuous, with doors opening onto one of the verandas. The view from the lounge area was very good overlooking the lake and hard to drag yourself away from watching the swans and ducks and the terns dipping into the water fishing (there was a very handy bird book to indentify the terns). We had the bedroom at the top of the house which I particulary liked for the view in the morning, looking through the skylights watching the clouds blow past and the numerous birds swirling around. We were very happy with the location which is very cental for exploring nearby places of interest. My favourite.visit was to Bourton on the Water which is very beautiful The Spa was only a very short distance to walk and the indoor pool was lovely and warm also tried out the steamroom and sauna. All very clean and luxurious. We would thoroughly recommend this holiday let to anyone wanting a bit of luxury in beautiful surroundings.

06 Jul 2011

“Amazing house - beautiful location - highly recommended” Believe me we will be back ! Loved the location and the house was amazing - I was a little worried when we first pulled up as it seemed a little "modest" - but oh my when you get inside - the back of the house with the decking out over the Lake was just fabulous. The whole development is stunning, quiet, well maintained and very, very tranquil and relaxing. The house has everything you need and the space works extremely well - we were 4 generations ! 80 to 6 years old and everyone was happy. The pools at the spa were lovely - but unfortunately no time for sauna/steam or treatments :-( Are planning to come back to spend a little more time in and around the house, grounds and spa - highly recommended.

06 Jul 2011

“A truely ideal house, location & setting for the perfect break away” We (8 adults and 2 small children) have just come from a week in Velvet Lodge. . . . what a fantastic holiday and we probably couldn't have asked for a better week weather wise. The roads on the estate were ideal for my son to perfect & enjoy riding his bike without stablisers and my daughter was able to scoot here, there and everywhere. We all certainly made the most of the the pools (indoor and out) and playgrounds - the children (& adults) had lots of fun on the huge trampolines! The house, location and scenery were just perfect and sitting out in the mornings & evenings watching the swans and ducklings really made the holiday. I would absolutely have no hesitation in recommending this holiday to anyone. Thank you so much to Kasha and John for all their help in making the holiday run so smoothly and we thank them a hundres times over for letting us share their dream house!

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30 Jun 2011

“The perfect place to get away from it all!” Velvet Lodge is a fantastic property to have a get away from it all break. Its perfectly placed to explore the beautiful Cotswold countryside and beyond and be back in its luxuriously appointed rooms... more

07 Jun 2011

“Fantastic break from start to finish !” This was our first stay at Velvet Lodge but after such a fantastic stay from start to finish it certainly won't be our last ! I stayed here over Christmas with my husband and two teenage children and it was perfect for us all. The proprietor of the property responded very quickly to my initial enquiry and couldn't have been more helpful with the booking process. The owners made it clear they would be on hand 24/7 to assist with anything we needed and offered to meet us on arrival at the property to show us how to work the central heating sky etc. We were thrilled when we arrived at Velvet Lodge to find a beautifully decorated, luxurious home. It was spotlessly clean throughout and very well equipped. The owners had even provided a beautiful Christmas tree for us ! The setting is perfect, with stunning views of the lake and we had some wonderful walks around the lakes. Another treat was the very impressive spa which is only a few minutes walk away. The children spent hours in the pool while I had some fantastic beauty treatments. For the more energetic there is also a very well equipped gym ! All in all we had an amazing time and the whole family was kept happy, not always easy when holidaying with teenage children !

30 May 2011

“Amazing,Luxury, Relaxing,Value for money,Home from Home.” A remarkable property! in a peaceful beautiful location. High standard of cleanliness,fully equipped to meet all your needs. Luxurious spa amazing massages. Would definatly recommend and return.

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24 May 2011

“Relaxing Stay at Cotswolds Water Park” Lovely home with a personal service from the owners. Location is great overseeing the water which is relaxing. There is a spa (real treat) and gym/swimming pool and natural swimming pool. In addition, there is a children's area with small swimming pool, trampoline, small playground and grass area to play ball games. Recycling area also well organised. Also, there is a small shop that caters for immediate needs (such as soap) and treats. The house itself was large, airy and had all facilities you'd expect. Wooden floor which is great for allergy sufferers, however, would recommend to speak to owners if suffering from dust allergies so they can remove rugs that are draped over the couches. Other than that, fabulous!

24 May 2011

“Weekend away with family and friends” We had a wonderful stay in velvet lodge. There were 6 adults and 5 children ranging from 4-7 staying for 2 nights. The children loved the house being on a lake, thoroughly enjoyed the spa with indoor and outdoor pool and all the other activities - playgrounds trampolines and tennis courts. The spa was wonderful for the adults too with steam room, sauna and gym and we even managed a quick plunge in the eco pool!The house itself was very clean, had wonderfully comfortable beds and everything you could think of needing in a self catering property. Would definitely come again.

22 May 2011

“A relaxing break in a lovely location” My husband and I wanted to take our first family holiday with our 4 month old son, and we wanted to relax but to be within easy reach of places to visit and dine. The Velvet Lodge fitted this criteria, and was packed with lots of equipment and entertainment. The owners were helpful from the booking to showing us round the property and offering advice on local places. The onsite spa is lovely and offers lots of treatments to indulge in which was a favourite with me! Lots of ducks and swans to feed from the back decking area, and my husband did a bit of fishing in the Lake but it wasn't very successful as only one bite and it got away and had to be mindful of our feathered friends! It's has a great view for watching the sun come up and set and you feel at one with nature. You are also near to many surrounding towns that you can visit, as well as The Cotswolds Safari Park which was great. Would recommend and would like to return at a later date.

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18 May 2011

“Fantastic place, great location, beautifully furnished and well equipped” We stayed at Velvet Lodge for a long weekend for my dad's 60th birthday. Upon arrival we were instantly impressed with the surroundings/estate and even more impressed when we entered Velvet lodge. The pictures on the website certainly make it look a lovely contemporary place and we certainly weren't disappointed. It was exceptionally clean, tidy, well furnished and well equipped (kitchen things etc). In total 6 adults and 2 children stayed and there was more than enough room for us all. The booking process and communication with the proprietor were seamless and efficient. We even had the offer of someone to meet us upon arrival and show us around to get used to central heating, sky, broadband etc. I would strongly recommend a stay at Velvet lodge if you want to stay in a high quality property and a relaxing location. We had a great time and will no doubt return one day.

17 May 2011

“Lovely spot for a weekend on a Cotswold Lake” Four couples with two one-year-olds spent a fabulous reunion weekend here in May. Each room had a double bed and two were big enough to accomodate travel cots for the babies. The house is modern, spacious, peaceful and comfortable with a pretty view over the lake. The nearby Spa - a few minutes walk away - offers a little bit of luxury. The house is very well kitted out - we cooked there every day with no problems and the owners have provided plenty of extras including tennis rackets for the nearby outdoor courts and stair gates for the little ones if you need them. We had a great time in great surroundings - would definitely go back.

17 May 2011

“Love,Eat,Spa” A great place for a family gathering. We celebrated, chatted, ate, read, walked and swam in the Spa. Great location for a gathering,as we came from all corners of the U.K. Lots of space and so well equipped. The energetic ones walked for miles around the lovely lakes and nature reserves. Those not able to get so far (heavily pregnant) just relaxed on the deck and used the super facilities at the Spa. All the women had spa treatments which were superb. The house is well situated for all sorts of activities and sight seeing. We loved the luxury of the rooms and everyone slept well at the end of a busy day (or doing nothing much). I am rather fussy and demanding if somewhere claims tobe luxury! But, I was really pleased with everything at Velvet Lodge. We would love to use this house again, with the same perfect weather hopefully.

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17 May 2011

“A fantastic, relaxing holiday in wonderful surroundings and a beautiful house..” Velvet Lodge is a lovely, bright, airy, spacious home in beautiful surroundings with stunning views of the lake. The house itself is very well equipped with everything you could possibly need. The beds are comfortable and there was a high standard of cleanliness throughout the property. The Water Park is stunning. Everywhere is clean and green! We made full use of the pool and gym. We have a four year old who loved it at Velvet Lodge. It felt very safe inside and outside the house. There was a lovely play area and big trampoline too. I'd highly recommend this property if you want a relaxing holiday in a fantastic house with beautiful surroundings.

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Prices for group size 10
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Mid season	12 Apr 13	3 May 13	995£ 995	187£ 187	325£ 325	2 Nights
May bank holiday	3 May 13	7 May 13	1600£ 1600	300£ 300	400£ 400	3 Nights
May	7 May 13	24 May 13	1250£ 1250	235£ 235	407£ 407	2 Nights
June half term	24 May 13	31 May 13	1800£ 1800	338£ 338	450£ 450	3 Nights
June	31 May 13	28 Jun 13	1250£ 1250	234£ 234	425£ 425	2 Nights
July	28 Jun 13	19 Jul 13	1600£ 1600	300£ 300	400£ 400	2 Nights
July/August	19 Jul 13	2 Sep 13	1800£ 1800	338£ 338	450£ 450	3 Nights
September	2 Sep 13	20 Sep 13	1200£ 1200	195£ 195	390£ 390	2 Nights
sept october	20 Sep 13	18 Oct 13	995£ 995	187£ 187	325£ 325	2 Nights
October half term	18 Oct 13	1 Nov 13	1400£ 1400	263£ 263	350£ 350	3 Nights
November/December	1 Nov 13	20 Dec 13	995£ 995	187£ 187	325£ 325	2 Nights
Xmas & New Year	20 Dec 13	7 Jan 14	2000£ 2000	-	-	5 Nights

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday and Saturday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

2 nights, Friday to Sunday (late pm check out on Sunday guaranteed) at 65% of weekly price

3 nights Friday to Monday at 75% of weekly cost.

4 nights Monday to Friday at 75% of weekly cost (minimum of 4 nights) , special mid week offers see below.

based on low occupancy of up to 4 adults and up to 2 kids and minium of 4 nights.

Low and mid season Monday to Friday

(excluding school holidays)

£850 reduced to £550

Prices include bed linen, towels, pre-arrival and post departure cleaning and access to the Spa

(A 30% deposit (non refundable) required at time of booking, balance due 8 weeks before arrival Monday and Friday preferred for arrivals and departures, but other weekdays can be accommodated subject to

Payment can be made via paypal, direct bank transfer (BACS) or cheque

Refundable Security deposit payable £250

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.

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