“The location is great. We loved having the Old Fleece pub next door. The amenities are nice. The biggest issue with this accommodation is the lack of air flow. It can get warm and stuffy in warmer weather. There are no windows, and keeping the door open at night was not an option for us.”
“The location is great. We loved having the Old Fleece pub next door. The amenities are nice. The biggest issue with this accommodation is the lack of air flow. It can get warm and stuffy in warmer weather. There are no windows, and keeping the door open at night was not an option for us.”
“The location was convenient as a base for exploring Cotswolds. The guesthouse was small for a family of three, but it had everything we needed. We would definitely consider booking this property if we visit this area again.”
“The location was convenient as a base for exploring Cotswolds. The guesthouse was small for a family of three, but it had everything we needed. We would definitely consider booking this property if we visit this area again.”
“The property was as described and very clean. Location excellent as very central to everything. Communication with owners was very easy and informative . Thanks”
“The property was as described and very clean. Location excellent as very central to everything. Communication with owners was very easy and informative . Thanks”
“Great property - plenty of space, clean, overlooking a lake.
Fantastic communication from the hosts...we had a small issue with water - they were on it straight away.
Only small gripe was about the estate facilities... restaurant and bar closed in Sunday afternoon at 4:00pm (I think). The portal for booking water sports was not particularly user friendly...we only wanted to book 2 hours but the portal indicated the only option for 2 hours was to start at 2pm - it turned out from staff that we……
“Great property - plenty of space, clean, overlooking a lake.
Fantastic communication from the hosts...we had a small issue with water - they were on it straight away.
Only small gripe was about the estate facilities... restaurant and bar closed in Sunday afternoon at 4:00pm (I think). The portal for booking water sports was not particularly user friendly...we only wanted to book 2 hours but the portal indicated the only option for 2 hours was to start at 2pm - it turned out from staff that we……
“The beds were very comfortable and equipment excellent. We particularly liked the hot tub with the wonderful view over the lake, the ducks and Swans!”
“The beds were very comfortable and equipment excellent. We particularly liked the hot tub with the wonderful view over the lake, the ducks and Swans!”
“We stayed for a mid week break in June 2025's heatwave. It was lovely to be next to the lake in the heat. There were lakes where we could paddle to cool down and let the dog walk in (on lead). The property was properly dog friendly with throws on the settees expecting dogs to climb up and no area of the house out of bounds for the dog. There are many walks around the estate (which is a nature reserve) and also on the Thames path for the dog as well as the humans.
The spa membership was……
“We stayed for a mid week break in June 2025's heatwave. It was lovely to be next to the lake in the heat. There were lakes where we could paddle to cool down and let the dog walk in (on lead). The property was properly dog friendly with throws on the settees expecting dogs to climb up and no area of the house out of bounds for the dog. There are many walks around the estate (which is a nature reserve) and also on the Thames path for the dog as well as the humans.
The spa membership was……
“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.”
“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.”
“We really enjoyed staying here. It's a lovely spot with a covered deck overlooking the lake. Was during a heatwave, but the owners provided several decent fans. Lodge was clean, well-equipped and the beds were comfortable. Couple of minor issues with access and Wi-Fi codes, but the owners replied instantly to emails”
“We really enjoyed staying here. It's a lovely spot with a covered deck overlooking the lake. Was during a heatwave, but the owners provided several decent fans. Lodge was clean, well-equipped and the beds were comfortable. Couple of minor issues with access and Wi-Fi codes, but the owners replied instantly to emails”
“This is my second time in one of Orion Holidays properties. I visited with my son and three very young grandchildren. I love the views from the houses overlooking a pond or lake where there is lots of wildlife to observe. I like the green spaces between houses and it was very dog friendly when I brought my dog on the first visit. We had the indoor swimming pool included in our deal but unfortunately it was closed on the first day so we only managed to use it once. We went to the outdoor pool……
“This is my second time in one of Orion Holidays properties. I visited with my son and three very young grandchildren. I love the views from the houses overlooking a pond or lake where there is lots of wildlife to observe. I like the green spaces between houses and it was very dog friendly when I brought my dog on the first visit. We had the indoor swimming pool included in our deal but unfortunately it was closed on the first day so we only managed to use it once. We went to the outdoor pool……
“Great location, very quiet with beautiful walks to the lakes and surrounding village. Excellent equipped kitchen to prepare home cooked meals. Bed was very comfortable and the house was warm inside. ”
“Great location, very quiet with beautiful walks to the lakes and surrounding village. Excellent equipped kitchen to prepare home cooked meals. Bed was very comfortable and the house was warm inside. ”
“We stayed at Howells Mere for a birthday weekend with friends. We couldn't have asked for a better weekend, the weather, the property and the company were all fantastic. The house was lovely and spacious, well equipped and had fantastic views over the lake to watch the sunset. Orion holidays were fantastic throughout the entire process.”
“We stayed at Howells Mere for a birthday weekend with friends. We couldn't have asked for a better weekend, the weather, the property and the company were all fantastic. The house was lovely and spacious, well equipped and had fantastic views over the lake to watch the sunset. Orion holidays were fantastic throughout the entire process.”
“We wanted a house that comfortably accommodated all of us and it certainly lived up to expectations. It was cosy and comfortable. It was equipped well with everything we needed for our stay. The position of the house on the lake was perfect for guests who love to fish or boat on the lake. The hot tub was wonderful as well. The swimming pools were clean and well maintained. Having a booking system meant that we were able to get a slot on every day we wanted one. Plus the tennis and multi……
“We wanted a house that comfortably accommodated all of us and it certainly lived up to expectations. It was cosy and comfortable. It was equipped well with everything we needed for our stay. The position of the house on the lake was perfect for guests who love to fish or boat on the lake. The hot tub was wonderful as well. The swimming pools were clean and well maintained. Having a booking system meant that we were able to get a slot on every day we wanted one. Plus the tennis and multi……
“The place itself was immaculate. However the moment we checked in we went to the spa where the cryotherapy was broken and we couldn’t order any refreshments as the lady said she couldn’t leave her post. We waited for over an hour and half for dinner and there was no advice on things to do on activities.”
“The place itself was immaculate. However the moment we checked in we went to the spa where the cryotherapy was broken and we couldn’t order any refreshments as the lady said she couldn’t leave her post. We waited for over an hour and half for dinner and there was no advice on things to do on activities.”
“We had the most amazing time in this property. The location is stunning and overlooking the lake. The house itself was beautiful, well equipped, with large rooms and bathrooms. It was also kitted out with cute extra touches like beautiful throws and a christmas tree. It was spacious overall, and honestly one of the best places we've stayed at - definitely will plan another trip!
The team were also so lovely, easy to contact, and let us have a baby shower at the property which ended up being……
“We had the most amazing time in this property. The location is stunning and overlooking the lake. The house itself was beautiful, well equipped, with large rooms and bathrooms. It was also kitted out with cute extra touches like beautiful throws and a christmas tree. It was spacious overall, and honestly one of the best places we've stayed at - definitely will plan another trip!
The team were also so lovely, easy to contact, and let us have a baby shower at the property which ended up being……
“From the moment we stepped through the door , everything was so welcoming . It was a lovely touch that the house had been decorated for christmas . Everything was spotless and there was everything we needed for or stay and more . The only thing we didnt use was the hot tub as it was a bit cold and we were kept busy with other activities”
“From the moment we stepped through the door , everything was so welcoming . It was a lovely touch that the house had been decorated for christmas . Everything was spotless and there was everything we needed for or stay and more . The only thing we didnt use was the hot tub as it was a bit cold and we were kept busy with other activities”
“We had the best week in Cotswolds lakes. Isis lakes is such a good location for getting to different things by walking. We went to different pubs in south Cerney and Cerney wick. There’s also another lake with water sports a short walk away. You can get onto other footpaths for lovely walks easily. Quiet amd peaceful. Playground for the kids and lots of green space.”
“We had the best week in Cotswolds lakes. Isis lakes is such a good location for getting to different things by walking. We went to different pubs in south Cerney and Cerney wick. There’s also another lake with water sports a short walk away. You can get onto other footpaths for lovely walks easily. Quiet amd peaceful. Playground for the kids and lots of green space.”
"Convenient, near to the city centre and the bus terminal. Not good choice for family, especially about the bathroom setup. The shower is fixed on the wall, while the sink is too high for kid"