Orion Holidays was founded 25 years ago by the owner, Mark Thomas. It is an independent, family-run, holiday cottage lettings business based centrally within the Cotswold Lakes region close to Cirencester. Mark and his friendly team's expert knowledge of the area, plus his close and long-standing relationship with many of the other local businesses, activity providers and suppliers, has played a key role in the growth and success of the business. Today with over 60 holiday homes under management and 25 years of supporting, our locally based team are passionate about sharing their love for this area of outstanding natural beauty and helping our guests have a wonderful holiday in the area.

Ortolan Villa is a stylish lakeside house with hot tub set in 550 acre beautiful Nature Reserve. It has excellent onsite facilities & activities, with luxury spa access, swimming pools, watersports, bike hire, tennis, restaurant, bar & pizza shack. Sleeps up to 8 in 4x bedrooms & 3x bathrooms over 3 floors. Master double with ensuite & balcony, 1x double & 2x twin/double bedroom. The open plan living area leads to decking area, hot tub & BBQ. Cosy snug with 48” Smart TV. Pets welcome. Sleeps 8 Click here for video tour • Spa membership included • Gym, indoor & outdoor Pools • Watersports, Activities & Bike Hire (Bookable) • Tennis Courts & Fishing • Ballihoo Restaurant & Clubhouse • Air conditioning • Sunken Hot Tub • Super fast fibre broadband • 4 x Bedrooms & 3 x bathrooms • 2 x Doubles & 2 x twins • 2 x Twins can be configured as 6' double • Charcoal BBQ • Pets welcome (charges apply) • Refundable security deposit required

These two stunning lakes located within the 550-acre Lower Mill Estate and Lakeland nature reserve, a luxury second home development, within the beautiful Cotswold Lakes region. These contemporary, holiday homes are designed in such a way that they stylishly utilise natural light through vast expanses of glass and enjoy stunning views over the mirror-like surfaces of the lake. These glass fronted, lakeside holiday homes offer spacious living across three floors, with open plan living, kitchen and dining areas. Each property has two expansive sun decks which offer stunning views of the lake to enjoy ‘al-fresco’ dining or to simply soak up lakeside life. Lower Mill Estate is a wonderful natural setting and adventure playground where guests can enjoy a wide range of on-site activities then sit back and relax in beautiful surroundings whilst being fully immersed in nature and wildlife. There are a wide range of on-site activities from kayaking, boating and paddle boarding to exploring the many lakes, rivers, woodland, and nature trails on foot or by bike. You might be lucky enough to encounter the resident beavers too. Go fishing, play tennis, swim in the heated outdoor pool, watch the children have fun in the play area and then chill out on your decking or visit the Ballihoo Restaurant & Clubhouse. Bike and equipment hire, and tuition is available at the on-site ‘Activity Hub’. For more information see our Lower Mill Estate page. These luxury holiday homes also have free access to the award-winning Lower Mill Spa, setting them amongst the finest of Cotswold spa breaks... Whether you enjoy more active pursuits or are after one of the premium Cotswold spa breaks, Howells Mere and Clearwater offer luxury, lakeside holiday homes. Lower Mill Estate is located within the Cotswold Lakes which is an area of natural beauty comprising over 180 lakes spread across 42 square miles. It offers a unique destination for everyone, from nature lovers to those who...