Perched on the water's edge, Shelduck Lodge is a chic New England-style retreat sleeping six. With a pretty clapper board-style exterior, the fantastic water-front setting makes a brilliant first impression, whilst the convenience of the location within steps of a family-friendly lakeside bar, brasserie, gym and a great children's play area come a close second.
Located on Spring Lake, our lake house has prime position in the Cotswold Water Park. Watersports, activities, great eateries, walking, history and culture are just some of the things you will find nearby.
This contemporary and charming lodge offers light bright interiors and panoramic lake views from inside and out. Downstairs, its open plan living and dining area flows out onto a private deck via French doors – the perfect spot for sizzling steaks on the barbecue or simply sitting back to enjoy lakeside life. There is also a fully equipped kitchen and handy downstairs shower room.
Upstairs there is a large master bedroom with a 5' bed and full length window overlooking the lake, allowing you the same stunning views. There are two further twin/double bedrooms with 5' zip and link beds offering flexible sleeping accommodation. These rooms are tight with limited storage. There is a family shower room.
At a Glance:
Sleeps six
Three bedrooms: One king, two twin/doubles with 5' zip and link beds
Two shower rooms
Suitable for children and baby (cot, highchair and stair gate available)
Up to two well behaved dogs on request (*extra charge)
Private secure deck onto lake with table and chairs and gas barbecue
Welcome pack*, linen and toiletries
Surrounding shared outdoor space and children's playground
Bike hire with child seats/trailers can be pre-booked
Gym, golf course, water sports centre, bike routes, plus a choice of restaurants and pubs on site
Rejuvenation therapies available through Fire the Heart Retreats ************
Home spa treatments available through Glo Pamper ***********
Catering is available through Mikey Silcox ************
Parking for one car (other parking opposite)
Covid-19 measures* (see Visitors' Notes)
The Location:
Within a minute's stroll is the Lakeside Brassiere which boasts a family friendly sports bar, a relaxed family restaurant with a sun terrace overlooking the lake. A fully air conditioned gym is located above the brasserie with a range of equipment. The gym offers a highly reasonable single use fee option.
Within 50 metres of the lodge is a large children's play area with climbing frame, monkey bars and fireman pole.
Lakeside Ski & Wake offer wakeboard and waterski lessons on the lake, plus sessions as well as fun rides for all the family on their ringos and other inflatables.
Next to the house is a small shingle beach area popular with the little ones for paddling. From the deck you can feed swans and ducks that are very friendly, but far enough away to stop little ones from feeling intimidated.
Located opposite Spring Lake is the South Cerney Outdoor Education Centre which offers sailing, canoeing, and paddle boarding activities and courses. Bike hire, angling and even the biggest inland beach in the UK are all within a mile or two.
Fire the Heart Retreats, situated on the Landings nearby, offers guests in-house rejuvenation therapies and treatments. Alternatively, treat yourself to private treatments and pampering at the house from Glo Pamper. A personal chef can also be arranged if required.
The house is within walking distance to the local village of South Cerney which offers a selection of pubs, takeaways, supermarket, and post office.
Shelduck Lodge is ideally situated for exploring the well-known villages of Stow-on-the-Wold, Bibury, Bourton-on-the-Water, and Moreton-in-the-Marsh. Cirencester known as ‘The Capital of the Cotswolds', is 4 miles away, giving easy access to excellent shopping, restaurants, entertainment, ancient buildings and museums.
Highgrove House, one of the homes of Prince Charles, is less than half an hour's drive as is Westonbirt Arboretum, with its stunning new treetop walkway, the longest in the UK.
Appealing to children in particular, the nearby Cotswold Wildlife Park, the numerous attractions at Bourton-on-the-Water, and Cotswold Farm Park provide plentiful entertainment.
Notes:
Smoking is not allowed
* One pet is £25/stay, two pets is £35/stay
* Welcome pack: A baguette, butter, eggs and milk will be at your property on arrival
Based on a lakeside – please ensure children are supervised at all times
Good neighbour policy - noise must be kept to a minimum outside after 10.30pm
Minimum 2 nights
Please note: Shelduck Lodge is situated on a water ski lake and watersport sessions can start at 9am and end at 7.50pm during high season. The perfect location for a family activity holiday and adrenaline seekers, there is an international half-mile-long water-ski course, wakeboarding and inflatable rides to enjoy.
* Covid-19 measures for this property:
In full compliance