Located in Gloucestershire in the heart of England, Jackdaw is a luxurious holiday home that sleeps eight people in four beautifully decorated bedrooms. The property features striking contemporary design, vaulted ceilings, and a rear elevation made almost entirely of glass, offering stunning views of Howells Mere Lake. Guests can enjoy lakeside decks, alfresco dining, and a modern log burning stove for cooler evenings. The property is located on a prestigious development just south of Cirencester, offering a perfect balance of relaxation and adventure with organized activities like canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing. The resort also boasts a luxury spa, on-site restaurant, tennis courts, and a children's playpark.
The property is furnished to a very high standard, with three bedrooms on the ground floor, including a master suite with terrace access and a gorgeous en-suite bathroom. The fourth bedroom is located on the second floor mezzanine and enjoys far-reaching views over the living area to the lake. The first floor features a striking open plan living space with a vaulted ceiling and fully glazed rear elevation, offering luxurious and cavernous surroundings. The dining suite is next to the contemporary, well-equipped kitchen, and the lakeside balcony is perfect for alfresco dining with a barbecue and stunning views.
Jackdaw is ideally situated within a gated resort in the heart of the Cotswolds, just south of Cirencester. Guests can explore the idyllic villages, historic towns, country houses, gardens, wildlife parks, and nature reserves of the Cotswolds. Popular attractions include Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, Tetbury, Cirencester, Malmesbury, and Lacock. Bourton-on-the-Water is known as the Venice of the Cotswolds, with beautiful bridges and honey-colored stone houses, while Stow-on-the-Wold boasts a fascinating history as a market town. Tetbury is an architectural gem with historic wool merchant houses, and visitors can enjoy events like the May Day Wacky Races and the Summer Show. Nearby attractions include the National Arboretum at Westonbirt, Chavenage House, Lacock Abbey, and Highgrove Garden. Equestrian events such as the Badminton Horse Trials and Beaufort Polo are also popular in the area.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!