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Scout on the Water - Stunning waterside retreat with hot tub on The Landings sailing & fishing lake

Escape into relaxation at Scout on the Water where you can indulge in water sports or kick back in the hot tub while taking in stunning 114-acre sailing lake views.

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Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV
Miscellaneous
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Scout on the Water - Stunning waterside retreat with hot tub on The Landings sailing & fishing lake

For Covid-19 cancellations, we offer a full money back guarantee. If you or we have to cancel your booking due to government restrictions relating to Covid, you will receive a full refund - or you may decide to choose alternative dates.

Scout on the Water, sleeping six, is a beautifully furnished New England style retreat set within the gated community of The Landings in the Cotswold Water Park.

Situated in landscaped surroundings overlooking a stunning 114 acre sailing and fishing lake, it’s perfect for an adventurous family holiday or special celebration, with water sports, walking and cycling on tap. Or fire up the bubbles and kick back in the relaxing hot tub and stare at the ever-changing sky and water!

The pretty clapper board-style exterior and fantastic setting make a brilliant first impression and the decked area providing plenty of space for sitting out and enjoying uninterrupted lake views comes a close second.

Furnished to a high standard, Scout on the Water offers a spacious open plan living area with a bespoke fully fitted kitchen, dining and lounge area with lake views. Wall to ceiling glass windows and patio doors open onto a large private deck with outdoor furniture, gas barbecue and hot tub.

There are three en suite double bedrooms - two on the first floor, and one on the second floor - the two first floor bedrooms have 6’ zip and link beds that can be converted into twin beds if required.

THE LAYOUT
Ground floor:
Spacious hallway with stairs to first floor. The hallway has a cupboard containing an additional fridge freezer.
Large open plan living space comprising a bespoke fully fitted kitchen, dining and lounge area with 55” TV and lake views. Wall to ceiling glass windows and patio doors open onto a large private deck with outdoor furniture, gas barbecue and hot tub.
There is also a downstairs wc with a utility area off the entrance hall.

First floor:
Double/twin bedroom with 6’ zip and link bed, 24" TV, lake views and double doors to balcony. En suite bathroom with shower over the bath.
Double/twin bedroom with 6’ zip and link bed and en suite shower room.

Second floor:
Double bedroom with 5’ king bed, 43" TV, lake views and French doors to balcony with table and chairs. Large en suite shower room with twin sinks.

Outside:
With direct lake frontage, stunning views can be seen from the large south facing sun deck with table and chairs seating six and a gas barbecue. There is a private boat jetty leading from the deck which provides mooring for one or two small boats.

IN A NUTSHELL
Sleeps six
Three bedrooms - one 5' bed, two 6' zip and link beds
All bedrooms are en suite
Suitable for children and baby (cot, highchair and stairgate available)
Up to two well behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge*)
Private 24 hour security controlled gated development
Gated private decking with outdoor furniture, gas barbecue & lake views
Private jetty
Private heated outdoor hot tub
Surrounding shared outdoor space with tennis courts
Bike hire with child seats/trailers can be pre-booked
Gym, golf course, water sports centre, cycling and walking trails, plus a choice of restaurants and pubs nearby
Indian style canoe (4 pers), 2 x kayaks and SUP hire available* (see Notes)
Rejuvenation therapies available through Fire the Heart Retreats 07746 677007
Home spa treatments available through Glo Pamper 02070960385
Catering is available through Mikey Silcox 07557 945372
Welcome pack*, linen and toiletries
Parking for two cars
Covid-19 measures* (see Notes)

EQUIPMENT
Under floor heating on the ground floor. Gas fire in the lounge. Radiators (gas central heating) on the first and second floor
2 electric ovens with grills, five ring gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, built in fridge and freezer. Additional large fridge/freezer in hall cupboard
Washing machine & tumble dryer in ground floor utility/wc
55” flat screen TV with Netflix in the sitting area, 24” TV in bedroom 1 and 43” TV in second floor bedroom
WiFi internet access*
Outdoor dining furniture and gas barbecue
Private outdoor heated hot tub
Parking for two cars

NOTES
No smoking
* Up to two well behaved dogs on request - one pet is £25/stay, two pets is £35/stay
Minimum stay 2 nights, except High seasons which are a minimum 3 nights (Fri-Sun) and 4 nights (Mon-Thurs)
There are neighbours so we operate a good neighbour policy and state that noise must be kept to a minimum outside after 10.30pm and that guests should always respect the neighbours' peace
A £500 security deposit is required and released within a week should there be no claims against it
Check-in is after 4PM
*Welcome pack: A baguette, butter, eggs and milk will be at your property on arrival
The property is based on a lakeside - please ensure children are supervised at all times
* 1 x Indian style canoe (3 seater) available from the owner to hire @ £100 for 2-3 days, £200 for 4-7 days
* 2 x kayaks (1 person) available from the owner to hire @ £100 for 2-3 days, £200 for 4-7 days (each)
* 1 x paddle board is available from the owner to hire @ £100 for 2-3 days, £200. for 4-7 days
* Covid-19 measures for this property:
In full compliance with the hospitality industry cleaning protocols and safety guidance.
Intensively cleaned and sanitised.
Contact-free check in and check out.
Complete privacy and exclusive use of the cottage during your holiday.
Date changes for all existing and new bookings if the lockdown measures are extended or re-imposed.

The vast majority of holidays are a complete success but things can go wrong from time to time and it is essential to discuss any problems with us at the time of the occurrence. We are committed to ensuring the success of your holiday. Regrettably, we cannot accept any complaints, which have not been brought to our attention at the time of occurrence. Any complaints not resolved locally must be confirmed in writing to Staycation Holidays within 28 days of your return.

Property manager

Charles Millward

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

585920
Vrbo Property

About the area

Map
Cirencester, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

  • Lakeside Ski & Wake - 10 min walk
  • Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 6 min drive
  • Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre - 8 min drive
  • Cirencester Church - 10 min drive
  • Arlington Row - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Kemble Station - 12 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tesco Click+Collect - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Gateway Centre - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Best Kebab - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The White Hart Inn - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Scout on the Water - Stunning waterside retreat with hot tub on The Landings sailing & fishing lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Scout on the Water - Stunning waterside retreat with hot tub on The Landings sailing & fishing lake?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Scout on the Water - Stunning waterside retreat with hot tub on The Landings sailing & fishing lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Scout on the Water - Stunning waterside retreat with hot tub on The Landings sailing & fishing lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Lakeside Ski & Wake and within 3 miles (5 km) of Combat Splat and Thames River. Cotswold Country Park and Beach and Neigh Bridge Country Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Scout on the Water - Stunning waterside retreat with hot tub on The Landings sailing & fishing lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Norrina R.

Excellent location
A excellent space with cracking views of the lake , hosts very quick to respond we would definitely stay here again

10/10 Excellent

Jan T.

Relaxed stay in the Cotswolds
We spent a wonderful week at Kevin's house by the lake. The location and the house are as described in the listing and after two unfortunate experiences with other homes we can't rate this highly enough. Modern and comfortably furnished. The communication with the agency and the owner was very good and we can only recommend the accommodation. Thank you very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lin C.

A wonderful stay
Thank you Kevin for a wonderful stay. As ever, you are so accommodating and friendly. We loved the cosiness, the wonderful views across the lake in autumn/winter, and the tranquillity. We even spotted a kingfisher! We loved Cirencester, and a circular South Cerney walk in the sun. This is our favourite hideaway by far.
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10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Fabulous!
Yet another wonderful stay at The Landings. Last year we stayed at The Moorings (next door) this year Scout on the water. Scout on the Water was the perfect holiday home. We had a very relaxing week unwinding at the house, playing in the water and enjoying the veiws; couldn't have asked for more. The photos of Scout on the Water don't do the house justice; it's even better once you are there! Fantastic communication before we arrived with Charles. Thank you. Looking forward to returning next year.
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10/10 Excellent

Relax by the lake
A fabulous lakeside house with everything you could possibly need for a relaxing and luxurious holiday.
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property in an excellent location - perfect for a friends get together
Myself and friends stayed here for a birthday weekend and I could not fault it. The house is beautiful and spacious and each bedroom has its own bathroom, which is always a plus, along with a fourth toilet on the ground floor. The lounge and dinning area are perfect for dinners and lounging around and everything was provided for in the kitchen, even some complimentary eggs, bread and butter to get us started. The views over the lake were stunning and it felt nice and secluded. There was plenty of room in the hot tub and the electric bbq would be perfect in the summer. The local area is also really beautiful with places to walk and several places to eat and drink. Both the organiser and the host were amazing - we had to move the date several times and they were really accommodating and helpful. The host visited us while we were their to check on the hot tub and make sure everything was okay. I would highly recommend this place along with staycationholidays.co.uk where we made the booking. Thank you for the perfect birthday weekend with friends.
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10/10 Excellent

Chantel E.

Superb Luxury Accommodation at the Most Wonderful Site - Top in its Class, Both Agency and Owner!
We couldn't have asked for a better 'home from home' feeling then that to which we received at Scout on the Water. Booking in with Staycation Holidays Ltd. was brilliant as Charles offers the best customer service I have ever encountered. Kevin, the owner is amazing and such a wonderful, caring holiday accommodation owner. We've had many experiences through the years booking accommodation in the UK and abroad, and the service we received from both at Scout is the best I've ever had. Scout on the Water itself, is absolutely beautiful and provides everything and anything you could want in a Holiday. The location is peaceful and gorgeous. The home is so comfortable with a fantastic couch and TV set up for those not doing the Holiday thing out and about. The kitchen is well equipped and has everything you need to make a great meal or bake up some souffle's. There is such an abundance of space, room should not be an issue for even the largest of families as even the bathrooms are more than beyond generous. For those with allergies, asthma or MCAS - my son and I have some health troubles and heavy use of fragrant detergents/softeners, plug ins, fragrance bombs and the like can cause breathing difficulties. Fortunately for us, Scout was very minimal on irritants like perfumed products and caused us no issues, which in itself is very, very hard to find. It was my son's happy 16, and we had such a brilliant mini celebration at Scout and lots of great memories. The parking is great, right up to the door with 2 available spaces at all times. The furnishes are up to date and provide a sense of calm. Above all that though - is the view from the large deck complete with Hot Tub and mini pier. We visited during a bit of chaotic weather in February so we weren't able to enjoy all that the lake and location has to offer. That said, we loved Scout so much, I can't think of anywhere else we would of rather been. With underfloor heating we were all nice and cosy. Thank you Kevin and Charles - for the most fabulous stay! We will definitely be back when we can - as I can't think of anywhere else we'd rather stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Lakeside Paradise
Our short stay was absolutely stunning, on arrival everything was so clean and welcoming. Kevin the owner was a fantastic host. This lakeside retreat was the perfect place to relax and unwind with friends and family. I cannot recommend this property enough, I will definitely be back soon.
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10/10 Excellent

Trudy T.

Fantastic stay
Perfect location for a relaxing stay at the lakes. Owner really helpful with recommendations for local places to eat and have coffee…Fenton Community Cafe was lovely - and dog friendly! Old George Inn in South Cerney was great too. Hot tub at sunset was beautiful. All in all a fab week away - we’ve already rebooked for next year!
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10/10 Excellent

Simon D.

amazing place to stay
what can i say except you must stay here. an amazing place to stay in a great location. the owner was very helpful and dealt with any questions about places to eat things to be quickly we loved it soo much we will go again. simon
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8/10 Good

Donna N.

Fantastic location for a fun, family break
We had a great few days here and were so lucky with the weather in late September. It was the perfect spot for a grown up family to enjoy a break together. We were 3 couples which meant that everyone had their own bedroom and bathroom, the perfect set up. Charles organised paddle boards and canoes which was simple and meant we didn’t have to think about it when we arrived. I would recommend Staycations.
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10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Gorgeous house on the water (scout on the water)
The gorgeous house on the water was perfect for a family holiday. Well maintained by the owner and always available. flowing out of the beautiful lounge area onto a deck with views of the lake. Jetty to launch boats and canoes. Evenings in the southwest facing sunken hot tub watching the sun go down. Bedrooms beautifully finished, each with en-suite bathroom. Every modern facility. Good WiFi too. Staycation holidays are the agents brilliant to deal with. Contect Charles there.
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

An Fabulous week in an Amazing House!
We couldn't have asked for more, the house was just PERFECT! The house is spacious, bright and has incredible views across the lake and the sunsets that you get are sensational. The house has everything that you could need and if there is anything extra that you are after then Kevin is just the most accommodating host. Couldn't recommend more. We will be back. We are already booked for Easter next year.
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Wonderful peaceful stay
Scout on the water was fantastic! What wonderful views! The house was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was very well equipped too. It was nice to feel a little ‘tucked away’, however there are some water sports facilities and places to eat nearby. Kev was a great host, and was the prefect balance of friendly and professional. If you have children, highly recommend visiting the Cotswolds wildlife park. Would defiantly return.