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What can I say.. Absolutely beautiful, both the location and the cottage! The owners has thought of absolutely everything! Spotlessly clean, can not fault anything, you can make your visit as relaxing or busy as you like, Lower Mill Estate is tranquil.. Perfect to unwind, everyone is so respectful of the precious nature and surroundings and of one another! Already booked return visit for 2024(while in the car travelling home!) We loved it, my family had a job dragging me away when it was time to go! Couldn't recommend highly enough
Absolutely spot on all round. A lovely house in an ideal and peaceful spot on Isis lake. It’s clean, airy and has a lovely terrace to sit on overlooking the lake. A short walk to the playground, tennis courts and short cut to South Cerney. We stayed initially as 2 adults and a 2 year old which was very spacious and then 4 adults and a 2 year year old which was a little cosier but absolutely fine. It has all the amenities you need plus fast wifi. TV is a little basic so would recommend taking a firestick to access Netflix/Amazon etc if you need that - but otherwise a really great stay. ...more
This was our 3rd stay in Windrush 66. We were 8 ladies on a long weekend. The house has everything you could ask for and is very comfortable. Its open plan living makes it a very sociable space. It’s always spotlessly clean and has a well equipped kitchen. We used the hot tub ( robes provided) and went on a great walk through a pretty village with the obligatory stop at a local pub! The parking is easy and with the shopping delivered it was lovely place to chill and relax for the weekend.
Very nice accommodation run by a very organised company. Would highly recommend and will be going back soon for a summer break.
The property is beautifully appointed and very spacious. It has everything you need for a relaxing stay with touches of luxury throughout. This was our second time staying at Lower Mill and we very much enjoyed a swim in the outdoor pool. Food and drinks at Ballihoo were very good. We only wish we’d stayed longer!
Excellent quality of furniture very well presented beautiful views also very relaxing would recommend.
We had an important birthday and rented 3 houses on Clearwater. Ours was the favourite. So comfortable and perfect for entertaining. We might be back!EV
Excellent facilities on site and as we stayed during school term time everything was really quiet. On site restaurant has quite limited menu but the food was extremely good. Spa was excellent and our treatments, whilst expensive, were wonderful. The accommodation was also excellent. It was handy for everything, had an outstanding view and was really well stocked. We visited local towns and villages - particularly loved Cirencester for its independent shops. A great break all round!
We stayed at the property August 2024, and generally had a nice week overall. The property itself is very high spec, and we made the most of everything it had to offer. It was also very clean on arrival and provided all the comforts it advertised. It felt very much like a new build still. The location was great overlooking the lake, and the roof was perfect given there wasn't enough space on the ground floor for decking like the other lake houses. This was also great during the nights as it was elevated away from the lake life. The activities available were also perfect and we used the jetty t...more
Incredible views, fabulous accommodation an amazing place to unwind I would live there tomorrow. The grounds are immaculate, there are lots of activities on your doorstep and plenty of dining options in the area. It's the perfect place to be with your loved ones long walks with your dog then a tipple or two on the decking, we really loved it
Three generation stayed in the same house loads of space and everything lovely. Booked again for next year. Orion staff very courteous and helpful would recommend
We had an amazing week at Spring Lake, the house has everything you could possibly need , There are lovely restaurants in walking distance and of course you can enjoy any water sport that you prefer. We will definitely be back .
This was the second time at this house already booked for next year. Have been to Windrush lake with Orion Holidays for the last 4years very good company. The staff are extremely helpful and very pleasant. The house is fabulous for my family and the location superb. Hope to continue our visits in the years to come.
88 Howells Mere is a lovely apartment, with plenty of space and a beautiful deck overlooking the lake. The location is spot on, just a short walk up to Balihoo and the Spa. It has everything you need, with comfy beds and a spacious lounge to relax in. Highly recommended!
Wow, what an amazing house. The location, the view from the decking and the overall style of the house. Everything was perfect. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils- just missing egg cups! The bathrooms were all clean and tidy. But to end on a positive, the kids loved the lake and the shared pontoon was perfect for paddle boarding off and fishing.
Would certainly use Orion again. Web site easy to use. Staff friendly & efficient. Lodge beautiful & comfortable. We had a great time thanks
Spent a delightful 3 days here. Really enjoyed our time. The lake house was situated in a lovely area and there was lots to do within a short walk. We were lucky to have a couple of sunny days so very much appreciated the local area. Everything about the stay was great and we will definitely return.
My wife and I took our adult daughter away for a relxing holiday and we weren't dissapointed. The house was delightful, bright and airy and very comfortable in every respect. The house was very well equiped, plenty of storage and comfortable beds and the outside deck beside the lake was a real bonus. We enjoyed watching the water skiers and wild life and the facilities around the other lakes were very good too. We particularily enjoyed a very good Sunday Lunch at the De Vere Boathouse Restaurant and the Waterside Cafe was a great coffee stop, excellent cinnamon buns ! The local area provided ...more
Our second holiday in Windrush 62. Absolutely spotless. A very comfortable home and we are sure we'll be back again.
We had a wonderful time at the house which was very spacious with a very well equipped kitchen. Little disappointed about the small amount of wood for the fire. We had problems finding the house, the directions were not clear and we had to go through a gate which needed a code. My son travelled later and could not see any signs to the house. The arrow said Orchid??? The dishwasher didn't wash well until we cleaned the filter. I feel that should be checked by the cleaners. If those issues could be addressed it would be an excellent place to stay and we are definitely hoping to return soon
Lovely stay at puffin lodge. It’s on a lake you can stand up paddle on which is great. You can’t do that on all lakes (eg Spring lake) so worth checking. The home was very comfortable and clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Hot tub was a real treat and our teenage daughter loved that day and night!
This was a family gathering of eight for a special birthday. The location was perfect on a beautiful lake with plenty of wildlife to enjoy and a cuckoo calling in the background. The accommodation worked perfectly and had everything we needed for our stay including games, boules and tennis racquets. There were plenty of local activities and a good choice of places to eat and a large Tesco was only a short drive away. We are already planning our next visit.
We have returned to this lodge a few times now and it never disappoints . Great location on the lake which is not overlooked by other properties. The lodge is spacious and comfortable- all bedrooms can be twin which is good for a group of friends like us. Having three bath/ shower rooms and an extra toilet is very helpful. The lodge is well equipped with towels, dressing gowns, plentiful kitchen utensils, outdoor furniture on the deck and a great hot tub. Friendly staff at Orion made any communication easy- particularly good that they informed us of an early check in.
Stayed 3 nights in August, property is fab. Very well appointed, everything you might need for self catering stay. Hot tub added bonus. Lots of room on decking area & plenty of seating. Highly recommend & intend to return.
A fabulous secure location with wonderful properties. Holidaying here caters for all from total chill out to hectic activity all wrapped up in nature.
Our 2nd stay at this very comfortable lodge There were a couple of maintenance issues to which Orion responded very quickly.wirh temporary fixes.
We had a lovely stay in Windrush 87, the property was very clean, very well equipped and had lovely Lake views. We will definitely be back!
Relaxing break which was needed by all. Great location and the property had everything we needed. :)
We had a great family stay for a long weekend, with 3 families spread across 2 properties. The setting is fantastic, with lovely grounds to walk around, pretty lakes and the ability to kayak/paddleboard in one lake. The kids had a brilliant time and spent hours in the play area, which was less than 100m from the house. Would definitely stay again
Great stay. Would highly recommend. Clear, quick communication. Clean and property as described. Really lovely weekend. Had everything we needed in the property.
Lovely little place, we used for 2 week stay for work that was near by. Got all amenities and cleaner came in once a week to change bedding and give a clean etc. Loved staying here and would stay again.
We all had a lovely stay for a family birthday celebration. The house was ideally located, clean and a good size. The check in process was straightforward and the bottle of wine on arrival was a lovely touch. We were nicely surprised by how much was provided in the house too.
We booked for ourselves and our family. They were kind enough to open up the extra fourth bedroom to accommodate us . We thought the layout was great! There are so many activities and we will be back.
Lots of cobwebs inside under worktop. Had an issue with WIFI my husband lost half a days work. Also hot tub had dirt in it. Reported this on the Sunday, no one came until the Wednesday so couldn’t use it. He added more chemicals which burnt our eyes and irritated of skin.
All good. Nothing to add All dealt with in questions. Questionnaire is a little over the top.. My views have already ben stated
Had a lovely stay at Waters Edge, great location, everything close by. Enjoyed being able to walk to other lakes for kayaking and great meals at The Lakeside Brasserie and The Gateway. Accommodation was outstanding just wish we had better weather! However it didn't stop us using the jacuzzi in the rain, just had to wear a hat !! Would love to return.
Having stayed at Howells Mere, Lower Mill Estate last year we decided to return as it is a great place for the whole family. Orion Holidays had Crane Lodge on their list. We decided to book through Orion Holidays and from start to finish the service was excellent. Everything ran very smoothly and Crane Lodge did not disappoint and the facilities were excellent . As we were asked to give feed back we had a few minor suggestions which we fed back. Crane Lodge is beautifully appointed and a lovely home and we would book it again.
We had a lovely break in Casa Angela and have no complaints. We were there to relax and enjoy each other’s company which we did.
Beautifully appointed apartment in a good location to explore the area. We had a lovely stay and everything you could possibly need was where you would expect to find it!!
We went with family and shared the house, 4 adults and 4 kids. Accomodation was lovely. The only slight downside was we couldn't really see the lake but still a beautiful place. We played tennis, went swimming, used the astro and had a game of football on the field. We also hired canoes. Unfortunately the restaurant was always fully booked, so we went off site or had a BBQ at the house. Overall a great weekend break
Great place. Plenty to do. Accommodation fab. Private area. Good security. Easy to access. Pool lovely. Food great.
We stayed at the landings with our family including new baby granddaughter to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. We had the best time. The accommodation was lovely the paint is a little bit tired and scruffy in places but it didn’t detract from the spacious comfortable house. Bedrooms were lovely my only niggle is the mattresses weren’t comfy they were a bit lumpy but the bedding etc was very nice. We used the lakeside brasserie for food and drinks cocktails are particularly nice there. My husband and son in law gave the water skiing a go which they enjoyed. We visited diddly squat farm...more
Really lovely accommodation in perfect setting. Great for a family break, lots to do for kids and adults. We’ll definitely be returning again one day!
We stayed at mill village for 10 nights, 2 families sharing the cottage. Orion holidays were in touch leading up to our holiday with good communication about the day of arrival and codes for door entry, etc. they also had a great app about the area, restaurants, places to visit. The property was very clean, and mid stay we were offered a complete change of bedding and towels too. A door handle came off the dishwasher and they sorted it the day we were in touch. The customer service was excellent! There was plenty for teenage boys to do, fishing, paddleboarding, canoeing, wakeboarding, aquavent...more
Overall, we had a lovely Easter Break. The lake view was very relaxing and location was good as we drove to visit Cotswolds villages. There are plenty of parking within the area so would recommend to big family/group. The property is well maintained and staffs are very accommodating and tennis court are extra bonus. However, we were not able to book for kayaks and fishing so will definitely do it in advance in our next stay.
Our stay at Mill Village 75 was nothing short of perfect. Nestled on the largest lake within the Lower Mill Estate, this charming cottage offered the ideal setting for a relaxing holiday. The location couldn't have been better—our teenagers had a fantastic time with easy access to the lake for water sports, which kept them entertained throughout our stay. The cottage itself was impressively well-equipped, stocked with everything we could possibly need. It was also immaculately clean and ready ahead of schedule, which was a nice bonus. The space was just right for our family of four, offerin...more
The pre holiday service from Orion was really good plenty of information and a notification that our lodge was ready before the scheduled arrival time. The lodge was what we wanted, plenty of space, nice seating and good lighting for reading. There was just about everything we wanted in the lodge for our short break. The water skiing displays were a bonus.
We have stayed there before, so we knew what to expect. We were happy with the standard of the accomodation and we will be returning in 2025
Great location, house position on lake was excellent. House well equipped with everything we needed for a family break, kitchen well stocked, bedding & towels very good. Negatives, soft furnishings very tired, cushions! carpets! Out door furniture seats & cushions need replacing, stained & damp. Complex was very nice, outdoor heated pool brilliant, dinner at Balihoo. Lots for the children 9,12 years old. We all enjoyed a lovely break.
Spacious, comfortable, well laid out property with decking overlooking Spring Lakes. Access to local amenities and a good base for visiting the surrounding towns and villages
The accommodation is well located, right next to the lake. It has all of the mod cons, two fridge, dishwasher and a washing machine. The interior is a little tired and could do with some updating and if there are more than six people, it is a bit of a squeeze trying to fit on the two sofa in the lounge.
Lovely break, property was good with enough to please two young children. We had a great time but I do feel it was expensive for just a two night stay outside of school holidays. It suited us because of proximity to our home and the outdoor pool but I think it was expensive for just two nights
The property was in need of some TLC. There were no curtains in the main living area, which made it very difficult when it was sunny, there was no way to keep the room cool and you could not watch TV. The flooring by the folding doors is lifting, which could cause an issue soon. The bed in the main bedroom was not very comfortable, the mattress sunk below the edge of the bed when you sat on it. There was no first aid box, as described in the book in the accommodation. There appeared to be a lack of instruction manuals, so it was difficult to use the equipment, it was all a bit of guess work...more