Venture Lakeside Lodge
This Cotswold Lakes estate is a beautiful haven of New-England style lodges and scenic views. Venture Lakeside Lodge sits right on the edge of Isis Lake, looking out across the water from the hot tub terrace. Everything you need is here with an open plan living area, comfortable bedrooms and fantastic on-site amenities. Fish on the lake, play tennis, follow the walking routes around the estate and bring your kayak or paddle board to go out on the water. The Cotswold Lakes are made for adventurers and tranquillity seekers with high-octane watersports and country pubs close by.
Overview
This gated community on the Cotswold Lakes is an exclusive spot for your next holiday. Scenic terraces of New-England style lodges line the lakes as fountains spring high in the air and ducks waddle by. There is so much to do in this area and Venture Lakeside Lodge is made for families or friends sharing.
Set over two floors you have an open plan living area on the ground floor. This space lends itself so easily to spending time together with a breakfast bar beside the kitchen, comfy sitting area and a more formal dining table. From quick breakfasts before you head out to elaborate meals in the evening you will feel at home here. Spread the maps out on the coffee table to plan your adventure for the next day or relax watching a film together. French doors beside the sitting are open out to the terrace letting you drift out to watch the ever-changing lake view. Upstairs are three bedrooms, with space to unpack in the dressing room. You can put all your luggage away making you feel even more at ease and relax at the end of the day.
You will find yourselves being drawn to the lakeside terrace, slipping into the hot tub and cherishing this holiday. There is a table and chairs so you can bring meals out here or just start your day with a coffee and flick through a magazine as you watch the world wake up around you.
Ground Floor
Open plan kitchen/living/dining area
The ground floor has an open plan layout with a kitchen, sitting area and a dining area tucked to one side. You start in the kitchen which is very well-equipped for your stay. There is an oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster and a coffee machine. One side of the kitchen acts as a breakfast bar, perfect for an informal quick breakfast. Beyond the kitchen is the sitting area which looks out over the terrace. Open the doors to extend this room outside. There is space for everybody to sit comfortably as you watch TV and have an after dinner glass of wine. Set the dining table for six and make the most of this opportunity to eat together.
Cloakroom
Beside the kitchen is a cloakroom, cleverly converted to hide away the washing machine at one end. There is also a WC and basin here.
First Floor
Bedroom One
The master bedroom has a super king-size bed so you’ve got plenty of space to spread out. Two bedside tables, a chest of drawers and a built-in cupboard give you storage space. Waking up here you can start your day looking out across the lake view.
En-Suite
In the en-suite is a shower, WC and basin.
Bedroom Two
Bedroom two is at the front of the house and has a double bed between two bedside tables. There is also a chest of drawers and a built-in wardrobe. Unpack your bags and relax before heading off to explore the estate.
Shower Room
Set between the bedrooms, the shower room has a shower, WC and basin.
Dressing Room
Perfect for stashing away your suitcases, the dressing room gives you so much extra space.
Bedroom Three
Set apart from the other bedrooms, this room has two single beds. Dressing tables are provided and it is ideal for younger guests.
Outside
Stepping outside Venture Lakeside Lodge you are on the edge of Isis Lake, a picturesque scene with a fountain at its centre. Sit out on the enclosed terrace with breakfast as you watch the ducks quack past and a gentle breeze drifts by. You can add a bit of luxury to your stay by spending time in the hot tub after a day of lakeside walks. Just a short walk from the lodge you can play tennis, football, table tennis and take the children to the play area.
Facilities
Indoor
Bedroom One - Super King-size
Bedroom Two - Double
Bedroom Three - Twin
2 Bathrooms - 1 X En-suite Shower Room, 1 X Shower Room
Hairdryer
Oven
Hob
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge
Freezer
Coffee Machine - Tassimo
Dishwasher
Dining Table - Seats 6
Washing Machine
Iron
WiFi *Please Note That Speeds Are For Guidance Only And Are Not Guaranteed - 100-199 Mbps
TV - Firestick And Freeview
DVD Player
Workspace
Travel Cot (cot Linen Not Provided)
Highchair
Games Room - Shared On Site
Ping Pong Table
Outdoor
Garden - Terrace
Outdoor Dining Area
No BBQ Available
On-site Facilities - Complimentary Resort Facilities: Three Tennis Courts (one Floodlit), Indoor Table Tennis, Badminton, A Soft Play Area, Kids Playground, Cricket And Golf Practice Nets, Football Goal, Volleyball Net, Boules Piste, Croquet Lawn, Use Of Windrush Lake For Water Sports (non-motorised), Cycle And Walking Routes (map Provided), Birdwatching (hobbies, Sand Martin, Smew, Goosander, Bittern, Tawny Owls, Great Crested Grebe), Wildlife Watching (otters, Water Vole, Dragonflies, Bats, Orchids)
Hot Tub - Seats 6
Tennis Court
Parking - Shared Car Park On Site
On your Doorstep
Nearby Cirencester (6 miles) is a fantastic shopping destination with a diverse range of independent and boutique shops. There are also a selection of well-known high street brands including Joules and Waterstones. Regular farmers’ markets are held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and a charter market on Mondays and Fridays. You will find a deli in the Corn Hall Arcade. If you are looking for designer brands, Swindon McArthurGlen outlet (15 miles) is worth a visit for a bargain.
On-site:
On the Isis and Windrush Estate there are some fantastic amenities available to guests free of charge including three tennis courts, football pitch, golf practice net, playground, petanque pitch, croquet pitch and table tennis in the summer house, non-motorized watersports (Windrush Lake), fishing (Isis and Windrush Lake, licence and landing net required, speak to the security gatehouse to be issues a pass).
Eating Out:
- The White Hart Inn, Ashton Keynes – great food and drink on the Thames River Path, visit for steak night on Wednesdays (2 miles)
- Jennies Kitchen – the perfect stop off on a bike ride around the area serving breakfast, brunch and afternoon teas. Takeaway meals are available and it is dog friendly with a lovely garden (2 miles)
- The Old Boat House, South Cerney – picturesque lakeside dining (4 miles)
- The Red Lion, Cricklade – award-winning restaurant just off the Thames path (8.5 miles)
Cotswold Water Park is a fantastic location for walking. Leisure maps are available both online and from the main visitor centre. A selection of circular walks vary from 2km to 18km and are a great way to see this stunning area and the wildlife that lives here. Visit waterpark.org/things-to-do/walking for more details.
Places to Visit:
- Cotswold Country Park and Beach, Cirencester – fire a BBQ, relax on the beach, bounce into the inflatable obstacle course or a hire a boat (1 mile)
- Cirencester – ancient Roman market town regarded as the capital of the Cotswolds (6 miles)
- Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens – fantastic array of species and walkthroughs so you can see the animals up close (20 miles)
Travel:
Train – Kemble railway station (3 miles) has a frequent and direct service to London.
Taxis - Hill South Cerney Cabs, First Taxi
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Points of Note
This property has a check-in time of 15:00 and a check-out time of 10:00
- Venture Lakside Lodge is one of our pet-free properties and therefore dogs and other pets are not permitted.
- Barbecues are not provided at Venture Lakeside Lodge.
- The terrace can be slippery when wet, please take care.
- An additional fee of £75 applies for use of the hot tub and it must be requested at the time of booking. Six guests maximum are permitted in the hot tub at one time. Please ensure all guests read and adhere to our Hot Tub Rules and Guidance.
- If you would like the second single bed to be available in bedroom three, please select this at the time of booking.
- Resort etiquette: Please be mindful of other guests and keep noise to a minimum after 10pm.
- Parking: Please note Campervans, vans, minibuses etc are not permitted to park overnight at any Cotswold Water Park location.
- Open water swimming: swimming is not permitted in either Windrush or Isis Lake. There are four swimming locations at the Cotswold Water Park: Lake 32 Outdoor Centre, Cotswold Country Park & Beach, Cotswold Water Park Hire (Lake 86) and 4 Lakes.
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Why we love this
- The Cotswold Lakes are ideal for adventurers and tranquillity seekers alike, with watersports, spa facilities and cosy country pubs nearby.
- The French doors in the sitting area open onto the terrace, drawing you out to enjoy the serene lake views.
- Upstairs are three bedrooms and a dressing room with space to unpack.
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The Location
Venture Lakeside Lodge is on the western side of the Cotswold Lakes, positioned on the shore of Isis Lake, with Windrush Lake within a stone’s throw of the front door. The Cotswold Lakes is a fabulous, 42-square-mile outdoor activities mecca, with over 180 lakes all interlinked by footpaths and bridleways, encompassing beautiful countryside, fabulous holiday homes, picturesque villages, nature reserves and a fantastic range of land- and water-based activities for every age. The Lodge is 0.3 miles from the Cotswold Water Park Gateway Centre where there is a restaurant, café, outdoor shop, information centre, and bike hire, and is within easy walking distance of South Cerney village (1.5 miles) where there are three country pubs and a small, but well-stocked, supermarket. The Cotswold Lakes are ideally located for exploring Cirencester – ‘the Gateway to the Cotswolds’ and the central and southern Cotswolds.
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We arrived to a beautiful place with a warm welcome consisting of a lovely bottle of wine. We instantly felt at home in every room as they were spotlessly clean, well furnished and nicely decorated throughout. The kitchen had every appliance available with plenty of supplies of tablets powders and pods. The outside area was clean and had plenty of seating and the hot tub was large enough to take everyone. This is a place to do as much as you want or have a relaxing time chilling.
Overall I would recommend venture lakeside lodge for any occasion 5 stars
Anthony
What a beautiful place to stay. We all enjoyed ourselves very much. Thankyou
Anon
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Sharon
We had a lovely stay, thankyou!
P&M
Great location clean accommodation comfy beds… hot tub great wine and supplies appreciated Thankyou for a great stay
Bev
Lovely stay in the Cotswolds, the perfect house for a girls weekend away. Amazing location around the lakes, and a short drive away from Cirencester. House was very clean and tidy and had everything we needed, we loved the hot tub! Staff very friendly and helpful. Would definitely come back :)
Bethan
Everything was perfect thank you and we really appreciated you leaving bread, milk, teas etc. The property was lovely - we couldn't have asked for more of our weekend away. Many thanks.
Lisa,
Thanks for a lovely stay, such a beautiful home and lots of good memories made,
Kiers
Great accommodation
The lodge was a lovely place to stay with family in a great location. The facilities were perfect for our needs and it was very comfortable with ample space. It was tastefully decorated and clean and tidy. The added bonus of an outside area to relax and enjoy was great including paying extra for the hot tub for during our stay. A great getaway for the family. It was nice to be able to take a short walk into South Cerney and also to the boating lake nearby.
Ruth
Thank you for a lovely stay. We've had a lovely time here for 5 days exploring Cirencester, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Chipping Norton, Burford and Bibury. Food at The Crown in Cerney Wick is amazing if you like Indian food. We will definitely be back. The hot tub is an added bonus. Clarksons Farm is also a must see and a beer at The Farmers Dog. Venture Lakeside Lodge is a home from home and the owner has been so helpful answering any questions we had. Thanks again.
The
Thank you so much for a beautiful stay, you've thought of eberything!
Kayleigh
Thank you for a lovely stay. Your house is beautiful and the view over the lake is so nice. Thanks again.
Anon
We had a lovely time staying here . The view is stunning of the lake and the birds and wildlife . The hot tub is fab as well!
Laura
Thank you so much for an amazing holiday! We've really enjoyed every second in this beautiful house in a really pretty place.
The
What a fabulous stay. Lovely property. Great hosts. Thank you!
Laura
Excellent short stay at Lakeside Lodge
Beautiful lodge, in an excellent position. We spent 3 night there across a half term weekend with our 2 boys. Great location of long cycles, good activities within and around Isis lake. Thoroughly recommend.
Patrick
Had such a wonderful time staying here. Thank you to the owner for being such a wonderful host. The house is lovely, fully equipped with everything you could need and location is perfect. Highly recommend!
Sophie
Thank you so much for everything. We had a lovely time, and you have a gorgeous holiday home.
Henry
Beautiful lodge, in an excellent position. We spent 3 night there across a half term weekend with our 2 boys. Great location of long cycles, good activities within and around Isis lake. Thoroughly recommend.
Patrick
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