Bridge House, Cotswold Water Park

Bridge House is a detached four-bedroom stone cottage in Lower Mill Estate, Gloucestershire. This property sits within a 450-acre nature reserve beside the Cotswold Water Park. The cottage sleeps eight guests and works well for two families or multi-generational groups. An outdoor heated swimming pool operates all year round and you'll find a sauna, tennis courts and a five-a-side pitch on the estate.

The estate covers 40 square miles with over 140 lakes. The River Thames runs through the grounds. You can hire kayaks and paddle boards from the estate facilities.

The cottage has four bedrooms: two king-size doubles with en-suite walk-in showers and Juliet balconies, plus two singles with pull-out stacker beds. There are three bathrooms total, including a family bathroom with shower over bath and a ground floor cloakroom. The open-plan living space features a woodburning stove and the kitchen includes a dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. An enclosed decked garden wraps around the property with outdoor furniture and a barbecue.

Cirencester sits 4 miles away (10 minutes). Visit Chedworth Roman Villa (8 miles, 15 minutes) or explore Bibury's 17th-century weavers' cottages (6 miles, 12 minutes). The Thames Path runs through the estate for walking.

Bridge House suits active families and friend groups who want water sports, swimming and countryside walks. Two well-behaved dogs are welcome.