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Howells Mere 26, Swans Down - Lakeside House, Hot Tub, Spa Access, Sleep 8-10

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Outdoor dining
A row of modern, glass-fronted buildings with balconies, situated by a calm body of water, likely a lake or river.
A dining area with a view of a body of water and buildings.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a glass coffee table with books, and a dining area in the background.
A modern living room with a large TV, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and a view of a body of water.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near River Thames

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Indoor pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Somerford Keynes, Gloucestershire
  • Place, Somerford Lagoon
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Neigh Bridge Country Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Cotswold Country Park and Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom #1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom #3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom #5

1 Double Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom #1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom #2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom #3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Map
Somerford Keynes, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

  • Somerford Lagoon - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Neigh Bridge Country Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Cirencester Church - 12 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Arlington Row - 25 min drive - 27.3 km

Getting around

  • Kemble Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Royal Oak, South Cerney - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pizzeria 720 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Carle's Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪AV8 Bistro & Restaurant - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Howells Mere 26, Swans Down - Lakeside House, Hot Tub, Spa Access, Sleep 8-10 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Howells Mere 26, Swans Down - Lakeside House, Hot Tub, Spa Access, Sleep 8-10?

As of 31 Oct, 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 23 Nov, 2026 start from S$2,646, including 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.

Is Howells Mere 26, Swans Down - Lakeside House, Hot Tub, Spa Access, Sleep 8-10 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Howells Mere 26, Swans Down - Lakeside House, Hot Tub, Spa Access, Sleep 8-10?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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.

What time is check-out at Howells Mere 26, Swans Down - Lakeside House, Hot Tub, Spa Access, Sleep 8-10?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would have been nice to have some condiments, including sauces and coffee pods for the coffee machine.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

a great place

A lovely house in lovely location we will be going back This is an ideal house and location for celebrating our sons birthday with his family and our daughter family lots to do and good food in the restaurant
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Accommodation is getting a bit tired

Lovely area, spacious accommodation, great facilities such as the pools. The very hot weather was a challenging issue, (which of course cannot be controlled) Airconditioning would be a useful addition. The Hot tub we felt didn’t have clean water in it ( we have one at home and it did smell somewhat and the water was frothy) Therefore We only used it once which was disappointing). The outdoor area wasn’t particularly clean and the decking could do with some maintenance.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2026
Thanks for taking the time to submit a review. As you say, we were in the midst of a heat wave when you stayed so it would have been hot, however, I hope the cooling fans provided helped alleviate things a little. With regards to air conditioning, this is high on the owners wish list but almost impossible to get anyone to even quote at the moment, let alone fit anything. I am sorry you had an issue with the hot tub; we do change the water after every let so what you experienced was most likely just the chemicals settling down and doing their work. However, had you mentioned your concerns to us while you were there, we could have asked our hot tub contractor to attend and put your mind at rest. Thanks again for submitting a review and hope to see you again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Weekend break

We had a great weekend at 26 Howells mere. The accommodation was lovely, we particularly liked the large living area on the middle floor. The kitchen was very well equipped.The location is great for walking and running. The on site pool was very clean and great for all the family. The riffle shooting locally I would also recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great holiday home!

Great location for a family get together. Facilities for all ages. House was perfect size and very comfortable.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Enjoyable stay

Great stay. The property was lovely, enough space around the dining table and living space. The hot tub was a great addition.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Husband’s 50th birthday celebration

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!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great family house

Great house for family gathering. Ideal layout with living space on middle floor. Lake- front patio with lovely large hot tub. Well supplied with crockery, pans etc.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay

We had the most amazing weekend celebrating a special birthday. The accommodation was spotless and has everything you could possible need for your stay, and the beds were so comfortable, waking up to the views of the lakes was spectacular. The Hot Tub was an added luxury but so worth it! I would definitely recommend for large family gatherings like ours as everyone had their own space and bathroom, and then we could all gather in the main rooms very comfortably. There is also so much to do on site for all ages. Wouldn't hesitate to book again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

An awesome weekend

Fantastic accommodation, great surroundings, ideal location for exploring the cotswolds & doing water sports on the surrounding lakes. We really enjoyed the outdoor pool & tennis courts. The staff were really helpful every step of the way leading up to & during our stay. They even let us check in 3hrs early. I would definitely recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Special family weekend

We had a delightful weekend. Everything was great. Only things that would have improved it was spa was fully booked so we used the swimming pool by the activity centre. Also would be great if they put a canoe launch of the deck. These are relatively minor and overall a great time was had by everyone.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beautiful location, stunning scenery.

The area of the Cotswolds is idyllic. The Lodge itself was spacious but was looking a bit tired. A refresh is needed, mainly on the external areas. The Lodge is overlooking a lake but has no access for paddle-boarding etc. The lodge sleeps 10 people but there is only room for one car and the visitors bays are quickly taken up. The wine cooler had not been cleaned but customer services dealt with the issue promptly. Overall we had a great weekend and all ten of us enjoyed the stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A lovely location

The property was ideal for our family celebration. The hot tub was a great hit with everyone especially at night. It was well equipped with plenty of space. I found the bed hard and one of the shower heads was broken which I was surprised hasn’t been picked up when the property was cleaned. I reported it straight away and customer services were grateful to know. Parking was a bit of an issue as we were a party of 10 including 3 children and a baby so car sharing wasn’t an option. We enjoyed our stay, in particular the location, our hot tub, the pool and tennis.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A very enjoyable short stay

This is the fourth time we have stayed at Lower Mill Estate, albeit with a gap of several years since we were last there. It was our first stay in this property. We could see that there has been considerable further development of the estate since our last visit. That said, the character of the estate has been maintained and the hub facilities (including swimming and spa) were still very good. It was quiet and felt very safe, and a great place to take our dog. Swans Down is one of the earlier built properties and was comfortable for a short stay. We loved spending time in the open plan living room on the first floor with great subset views across the lake. The sofas and beanbag chairs are very comfortable for example. We also really enjoyed the wood burning stove. The hot tub was really good. That said, the house is starting to show its age a little. We found the beds to be less comfortable (too soft) but that may just be our preference. The wear and tear of paintwork, for example in bathrooms, is of course to be expected. Some of the smaller kitchen gadgets need to be tested and where not working (eg Nespresso milk frother), replaced. Cutlery and crockery is all a little mismatched. All of this is probably reflected in the price compared to newer or recently refurbished properties.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family New Year

New year 2023 excellent location for family to meet. Spacious and light property, with ensuite facilities per room . The only thing I can say which caused some hilarity at times -we had great difficulty opening the dishwasher! Door firmly stuck when closed, and lack of handles prevents getting a good grip. However, a minor problem overall. Great to have use of pool and Spa. Advise calling ahead in busy times.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family New Year

New year 2023 excellent location for family to meet. Spacious and light property, with ensuite facilities per room . The only thing I can say which caused some hilarity at times -we had great difficulty opening the dishwasher! Door firmly stuck when closed, and lack of handles prevents getting a good grip. However, a minor problem overall. Great to have use of pool and Spa. Advise calling ahead in busy times.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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