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Shelduck Lodge - Pet-friendly Cotswold Lake House

Shelduck Lodge - Pet-friendly Cotswold Lake House

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Your private secure deck is the perfect spot for sizzling steaks on the barbecue
Ground floor: Open plan living space with sitting and dining areas seating six
Next to the lake house, a small shingle beach area is popular with the little ones for paddling
Perched on the water's edge, Shelduck Lodge is a chic New England-style lake house for up to six plus pooch
Simply sit back to enjoy lakeside life and watch the world go by

Overview of Shelduck Lodge - Pet-friendly Cotswold Lake House

7.8 out of 10 Good
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Outdoor space
  • Lake view

Check out the area

Cirencester, Gloucestershire
  • Popular LocationLakeside Ski & Wake9 min walk
  • Popular LocationCirencester Church8 min drive
  • Popular LocationCotswold Country Park and Beach11 min drive
  • AirportBirmingham (BHX)91 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

First floor: Double/twin bedroom 2 with 5' zip and link

1 King Bed

First floor: Double/twin bedroom 3 with 5' zip and link

2 Single Beds

First floor master bedroom with 5′ king size bed

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

First floor: Shower room

Toilet · Shower only

Ground floor: Shower room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Shelduck Lodge - Pet-friendly Cotswold Lake House

Perched on the water’s edge, Shelduck Lodge is a chic New England-style retreat sleeping six. Located on Spring Lake, our lake house has prime position in the Cotswold Water Park, one of the best kept secrets of Gloucestershire! One of 150 lakes in an area the size of Jersey, there’s so much to explore and something for everyone.

Like the name suggests, from the deck you can feed the resident ducks that are very friendly. And you may be lucky enough to spot woodpeckers, herons and great crested grebes as well. There is also an abundance of watersports, activities, great eateries, walking, history and culture to discover nearby.

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.

Our contemporary and charming lake house 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 and a family shower room.

Water sports, activities, great eateries, walking, history and culture are just some of the things you will find nearby. The fact that there’s a golf course, water sports centre, bike hire and routes, plus a choice of restaurants and pubs, within a short, scenic walk really sets it apart. Although, for most young families, the fact that the UK’s largest inland beach with a purpose built toddler paddling and playground area is within a 10-15 minute stroll is the icing on the cake.

THE LAYOUT
Ground floor:
Open plan living space with sitting and dining areas seating six. French doors open out onto a private deck with superb lake views.
Separate well-equipped kitchen.
Shower room with WC

First floor:
Master bedroom with 5′ king size bed and full length window overlooking the lake.
Bedroom 2: Double/twin bedroom with 5' zip and link bed. A tight space with limited storage.
Bedroom 3: Double/twin bedroom with 5' zip and link bed. A tight space with limited storage.
Family shower room.

IN A NUTSHELL
6 Guests
Three bedrooms; two double bedrooms, one twin/double bedroom
Two shower rooms
Suitable for children and baby (cot, highchair and stairgate available)
Up to two well behaved dogs on request (small additional 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 07746 677007
Home spa treatments available through Glo Pamper 02070960385
Catering is available
Parking for one car
Covid-19 measures* (see Visitors' Notes)

EQUIPMENT
Electric wall heaters
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer-dryer
Flat screen TV with Freeview, DVD player
WiFi internet access
Outdoor dining furniture and gas barbecue

VISITORS' NOTES
Smoking is not allowed inside any of our properties
* Up to two well behaved dogs on request - one pet is £25/stay, two pets is £35/stay
One private car parking space with other parking opposite
There are steps up to the front door
*Welcome pack: A baguette, butter, eggs and milk will be at your property on arrival
The property is based on a lakeside – please ensure children are supervised at all times
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
There are neighbours so we operate a good neighbour policy and state that noise must be kept to a minimum outside after 10.30pm and that guests should always respect the neighbours' peace
Minimum stay 2 nights, except High seasons which are a minimum 3 nights (Fri-Sun) and 4 nights (Mon-Thurs)
* Covid-19 measures for this property:
In full compliance with the hospitality industry cleaning protocols and safety guidance.
Intensively cleaned and sanitised.
Contact-free check in and check out.
Complete privacy and exclusive use of the cottage during your holiday.
Date changes for all existing and new bookings if the lockdown measures are extended or re-imposed.
*Internet access is offered at some properties for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use. Speed/service may vary depending on the package obtained by the owner which is provided to guests free of charge. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor the agent will be held responsible.

The vast majority of holidays are a complete success but things can go wrong from time to time and it is essential to discuss any problems with us at the time of the occurrence. We are committed to ensuring the success of your holiday. Regrettably, we cannot accept any complaints, which have not been brought to our attention at the time of occurrence. Any complaints not resolved locally must be confirmed in writing within 28 days of your return.

Property manager

Charles Millward
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Languages

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Gym
Outdoor space
Lake view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

About the area

Cirencester

Located in Cirencester, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cotswold Country Park and Beach and Thames River. Travelling with kids? Consider Lakeside Ski & Wake and Combat Splat. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

What's nearby

  • Lakeside Ski & Wake - 9 min walk
  • Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre - 6 min drive
  • Cirencester Church - 8 min drive
  • Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 11 min drive
  • Arlington Row - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Cirencester Kemble Station - 15 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tesco Cafe - 7 min drive
  • The Red Lion - 7 min drive
  • Dolcetti Ice Cream Company Limited - 6 min drive
  • The Baker Arms - 5 min drive
  • Jicsaw Thai Restaurant - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shelduck Lodge - Pet-friendly Cotswold Lake House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Shelduck Lodge - Pet-friendly Cotswold Lake House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shelduck Lodge - Pet-friendly Cotswold Lake House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shelduck Lodge - Pet-friendly Cotswold Lake House located?

This family-friendly Cirencester holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lakeside Ski & Wake and Combat Splat. Thames Path and Cotswold Country Park and Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

7.8

Good

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

7.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Theresa E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Location great property is tired
pictures made property look like a higher standard than it was. very tired things not repaired ie parasol, wobbly dining chairs, no toilet brush etc Charles was great to communicate with very helpful. i would use him again but just not in that property
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakeside
Fabulous week living on the lake .. magical!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Laura N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Everything seemed busy, but beautiful place to stay
I stayed here with hubby, my mum and 5YO and 8YO daughter... it was just the right size for us. There was one master bed, with large hanging space and small chest of draws, one small double room with a tiny airing cupboard turned storage / hanging space and a twin room that just fit two single beds and a bedside table .. but no room for clothes and you can only just open the door.... again worked fine for my family as I organised kids clothes in master bedroom. The living area downstairs is airy and the view from both master bedroom and living area is beautiful view over the lake, where you can often watch people water skiing or swans / ducks swimming around. The Lakeside Restaurant / bar was only 10meters away, but we barely heard them, that was also where you could hire a speedboat to pull inflatables or ski around the lake, but when I asked the restaurant was fully booked for evening meals all week and boat was fully booked for the next week and a half! Actually a lot of the local amenities had been fully booked since before we arrived, I'm not sure if that is a pandemic thing or something that happens every summer, but if you are going I would advise booking activities early!... Not a fault of this property. When we arrived, the keybox was a little stiff and someone came over to help (didn't catch his name), he also promised to send recommendations about local places to eat... but that didn't happen. The front door was a little stiff and the TV is just that 'a TV'... ie although there was an aerial connected, we couldn't get a picture. There was an HDMI cable, so if you bring a laptop with HDMI out you can watch that way. There is also a DVD and CD player (but no CD/DVD's). I did write to owner and ask about this, but got no response. Kitchen was fine and nice that they left some bread, butter, milk, coffee. Would have been nice to see a little 'Welcome' book with local recommendations and instructions for TV.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Elaine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication
Lovely Location
The property was quite tired in appearance could definitely do with a lick of paint. It was advertised to sleep 6 which would have been too small if I’d had 4 teenagers. It was just big enough for 2 adults and 2 teenagers. It was nice that milk and bread and butter was left for us however it did state on the website that a nice bottle of wine would be provided but unfortunately it wasn’t. There was no welcome pack or instructions for the appliances. I don’t know if this was due to COVID. It was stated there was a gas BBQ when we tried to use it there was no gas! The fence around the decking at the back did not go as far as the decking thank goodness I didn’t have young children. The location was lovely right the on the lake and beside the Lakeside Café. However I suspect in summer it would be very noisy. When I initially tried to get hold of the owner to discuss getting the key he did not answer my text. I went through the agent, Charles who was very helpful. As no one was in the week before we could arrive early on the check in day which was good. We did have a lovely week.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pauline P.

Wonderful location, well equipped and welcoming
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and appreciated the welcome pack on arrival. Very clean and although we had a problem with no hot water the response was good. It was so hot we didn't mind a cold shower or two! Would definitely book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

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