Elder Lodge

About this property

The gorgeous, contemporary Elder Lodge sits peacefully on the edge of the idyllic Somerford Lagoon within an exclusive, gated development in the very heart of the Cotswolds. Just south of Cirencester, the development offers a fantastic range of facilities for the whole family amongst stunning landscapes, nine lakes, two rivers, lakeside trails and hundreds of acres of lush green space. The development is prestigious, upmarket and offers both supreme relaxation and adventure in equal measures.

Elder Lodge offers quirky upside down accommodation to make the most of the delightful lake views from sensational living spaces. With four excellent bedrooms, the house sleeps 8 guests in superb modern comfort. After a busy day taking part in the activities available, Elder Lodge is a wonderful, luxurious base to return to. You can just pop a cork and lounge on the lakeside decking or the balcony admiring the fantastic natural setting. Oliver’s Travels is privileged to feature numerous properties in this outstanding development, so why not invite your friends and family to join your holiday? Boasting a luxury spa with steam room, sauna and gorgeous treatments, 3 swimming pools including a bracing eco-pool naturally filtered by water lilies, a library, a ‘restful reading’ lounge, tennis courts, a children’s playground, restaurant, watersports tuition, a Technogym, fishing and so much more, this is the perfect spot for multi-generational holidays and meeting up with friends. Not only that, the Cotswolds is a jewel in the country’s quilted landscape offering idyllic villages, historic towns, a rich heritage of country houses, wildlife parks, stunning gardens and enchanting nature reserves.

Somerfield Lagoon is the main sailing lagoon. Elder Lodge commands a wonderful position nesting on the lagoon with direct launches from the house. It is set back from the water’s edge with a delightful garden area so that you can enjoy watching the colourful kayaks in the water and the sun going down over the lagoon. Alfresco dining can be enjoyed on the decking using the barbecue.  

Elder Lodge is a stunning contemporary build with a massive glass frontage. The ground floor is home to an enormous, elegant master bedroom suite. The bedroom features a super king bed, a sofa, a delightful en-suite shower room and two sets of doors opening to the decking and garden. How special to be able to open the doors to lovely lakeside views! There is another bedroom on the ground floor with a double bed and a smart family bathroom. Upstairs, you will find the stunning open plan living area and a children’s bunk room. The views are spectacular through the wall of glass which reaches into the apex. The high vaulted ceiling is certainly a wow factor! Contemporary sofas surround the modern wood burner offering luxurious comfort. The chef will be delighted with the modern kitchen and you can certainly dine with a view! The balcony offers gorgeous vistas and the perfect spot for a pre-dinner drink or a morning cup of coffee using your Nespresso coffee machine. A spiral staircase leads you down to the garden and decking. On the second floor you will find a lovely open plan mezzanine bedroom. It features a comfy double bed, en-suite shower room and views across the lake.

Elder Lodge is a stunning peaceful retreat, perfect for recharging the batteries, enjoying the nature and family time as well as the plentiful adventurous activities.

Elder Lodge enjoys a very special lakeside location within a gated resort in the heart of the Cotswolds. Just south of Cirencester, guests enjoy many entertainment options within the development as well as being located on the doorstep of fabulous Cotswolds attractions. Villages and towns such as Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, Tetbury, Cirencester, Malmesbury and Lacock are all close by and the regency pleasures of Cheltenham and the Georgian glories of Bath are less than twenty miles away.

Bourton-on-the-Water, like most of the Cotswolds, lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is the Venice of the Cotswolds with beautiful bridges crossing the River Windrush. Gorgeous cosy cafes line the pretty streets together with houses made with enchanting honey coloured Cotswold stone.

Stow-on-the-Wold is a delightful market town, the highest of the Cotswold towns exposed on the 800 feet high Stow Hill at the crossroads with the Roman Fosse Way. The town boasts a fascinating history. At the height of the Cotswold wool industry, it held annual fairs where as many as 20000 sheep were sold at one time. The Market Square is very attractive with its ancient cross, town stocks and an elegant array of Cotswold town houses and shops. You will find many fine antique shops, art galleries, gift and craft shops.

Tetbury is another historic wool town. It is an architectural gem with many of the wool merchant’s houses remaining the same as they were in the 16th and 17th centuries. The Parish Church of St Mary’s has one of the tallest and most elegant spires in the UK. Tetbury is popular for its independent shops including antique shops, vintage and interior shops, exclusive boutiques and the Highgrove shop. Tetbury holds many regular events including the May Day Wacky Races, the Spring Bank Holiday Woolsack Races when contestants carry 65lb woolsacks up and down the 1 in 4 hill, the August Summer Show, the September Food and Drink Festival, the October Tetbury Music Festival and the Christmas Lights Switch-on.

Close by, visitors can enjoy the stunning botanical experience of the National Arboretum at Westonbirt, the glorious Elizabethan Chavenage House used for many famous films and TV series, the beautiful Arts and Crafts Manor at Rodmarton, the 13th century Lacock Abbey and HRH Prince of Wales’ stunning garden at Highgrove. Local equestrian events such as the Badminton Horse Trials, Gatcombe Festival of British Eventing and Beaufort Polo are all popular.

Accommodation

Elder Lodge commands a stunning location overlooking the main sailing lake – Somerford Lagoon. Ideal for keen water enthusiasts, you can launch directly from the property on to the water but equally well set back from the water’s edge with a garden area. There are 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, and it can accommodate up to 8 people
Ground Floor
- Master bedroom with king size bed, access to the garden and en-suite shower room
- Bedroom with a double bed
First Floor
- Ample living room with satellite TV, stove and access to the terrace
- Open plan dining area for 8 people and access to the terrace
- Fully equipped kitchen with breakfast bar
- Bedroom with bunk beds
- Family bathroom
Top Floor
- Bedroom with king size bed and en-suite bathroom
Exterior Grounds
- Large terrace and garden area
- Children's playground
- Outdoor dining
- Garden furniture
- Barbecue
- Parking space (1 car)
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Washing machine
- Tumble dryer
- Hairdryers
- Spa access
- Lake access
- Tennis court access
- Cot and high chair (upon request, extra price, see T&Cs)