Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens - 47 min drive - 46.8 km
Cheltenham Racecourse - 52 min drive - 51.4 km
Getting around
Kemble Station - 17 min drive
Restaurants
The Royal Oak, South Cerney - 8 min drive
McDonald's - 12 min drive
Cirencester Best Kebab - 11 min drive
The Lodge At The Lake - 7 min drive
The Crown - 10 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Howells Mere 26, Swans Down - Lakeside House, Hot Tub, Spa Access, Sleep 8-10
Swans Down is a stunning & stylish glass fronted lakeside house with hot tub set in a 550 acre beautiful nature reserve. It has excellent onsite facilities & activities, with luxury spa access, swimming pools, watersports, bike hire, tennis, restaurant, bar & pizza shack.
Sleeping up to 8(+2) in 5x bedrooms & 4x bathrooms. 3x double ensuite, 2x twins (1x can be a double) & outside decking area, seating BBQ & hot tub. High ceiling, open plan living area leads to covered balcony area. Pets welcome.
Ground Floor
Bedroom 1 • 5' Double bed • Sliding glass doors to lakeside sundeck • 24" Smart TV • Ample storage • En-suite • Bath with shower over • WC and basin
Bedroom 2 • 5' Double bed • Sliding glass doors to lakeside sundeck • 24" Smart TV • Ample storage • En-suite • Bath with shower over • WC and basin
Bedroom 3 • 2 x 3' single beds • Can be configured as a 6' double • Limited storage
Outside • Hot Tub • South west facing sundeck, fully enclosed • Rattan deck furniture • Table with seating for 6 and 2 extra chairs • Charcoal BBQ
Bathroom • Bath with shower over • WC and basin
First Floor
Living/dining area • Spectacular lake views • 1 x 3/4 seat and 1 x 2/3 seat sofas • 2 x large bean bags • Log burning stove • 50” smart TV, with DVD player • Dining table with seating for 8 • Breakfast bar with seating for 4 • Sliding doors to enclosed balcony
Kitchen • Large, modern and well equipped • 5 ring gas hob • Single oven and grill • Dishwasher • Built in Microwave • 70/30 Fridge Freezer • Free standing separate Fridge • Washing machine • Nespresso Coffee Machine
Bedroom 4 • 2 x single 2' 6" futon beds • Suitable for children • Limited storage
Second Floor
Bedroom 5 • 6' double bed • Open double wardrobe • Bedside cabinets En-suite • Bath with shower over • WC and basin
• 550 acres of private Nature Reserve, including seven Lakes & three Rivers • Excellent Water Sports - Paddle boarding, kayak, canoe & rowing boats • Somerford Lagoon can only be used for non-powered water sports between the 1st of April and the 30th of September • In order to minimise disturbance to overwintering wildfowl, the footpaths to the Southern and Eastern edge of Somerford Lagoon are not accessible from the 1st of October to the 31st of March • Spinney Lake is available for non-powered water sports all year. • Bike Hire & Trails • Excellent & varied Fishing • Tennis Courts & 3G artificial turf multi-use games area • Activity Hub - Bookable activities • Ballihoo Restaurant & Clubhouse Bar • Pizza Shack & Takeaway • Children's play area • Soft play - charges apply • No large single sex parties are permitted on site
Lower Mill Estate Spa
• Free use of the world-class Spa, treatments extra • Indoor & outdoor heated pools • Outdoor eco-pool allows you to swim amongst reeds and lilies • Extensive selection of natural, holistic & nurturing GAIA spa treatments • State of the art, fully equipped Technogym • Beautifully landscaped gardens • Children are welcome if accompanied by an adult
Local Area
• Local & walkable village pub, lakeside Restaurants & Cafe's nearby • Wide choice of local Water Sports, activities & attractions nearby • Close to Cirencester and convenient for exploring the Cotswolds • Good transport links (approx. 1.5 hours from West London)
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 1,500 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
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 welcome
Service animals 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
75088
Frequently asked questions
Does Howells Mere 26, Swans Down - Lakeside House, Hot Tub, Spa Access, Sleep 8-10 have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How much does it cost to stay at Howells Mere 26, Swans Down - Lakeside House, Hot Tub, Spa Access, Sleep 8-10?
As of May 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Howells Mere 26, Swans Down - Lakeside House, Hot Tub, Spa Access, Sleep 8-10 on May 29, 2026 start from CA $2,862, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Howells Mere 26, Swans Down - Lakeside House, Hot Tub, Spa Access, Sleep 8-10 offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Howells Mere 26, Swans Down - Lakeside House, Hot Tub, Spa Access, Sleep 8-10?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Howells Mere 26, Swans Down - Lakeside House, Hot Tub, Spa Access, Sleep 8-10?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Howells Mere 26, Swans Down - Lakeside House, Hot Tub, Spa Access, Sleep 8-10?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Howells Mere 26, Swans Down - Lakeside House, Hot Tub, Spa Access, Sleep 8-10 have a pool?
This vacation home features an indoor pool.
Does Howells Mere 26, Swans Down - Lakeside House, Hot Tub, Spa Access, Sleep 8-10 have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
Howells Mere 26, Swans Down - Lakeside House, Hot Tub, Spa Access, Sleep 8-10 Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 17 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Sue D.
Feb 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely family holiday
We very much enjoyed our stay in this beautiful house with such a stunning view. It was listed as 8 adult and 2 children but I would say it only slept 9 comfortably. Two beds were crammed into a tiny room which wasn’t ideal. Otherwise it was warm, and very well equipped.
Sue D.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tovey C.
Oct 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Tovey C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rachel F.
Apr 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and location
Myself, children and friends had a wonderful stay at number 26. The lake house was lovely and a great location. We would definitely recommend.