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Iris Lodge

Iris Lodge

4.5
out of 5
Ratings from 5 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.8
Comfort
4.4
Condition
4.2
Location
4.8
Value
4.4
Customer
Service
4.4

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Sitting on the edge of exclusive Lake Pochard in the heart of the Cotswold Water Park, Iris Lodge is the ideal countryside retreat with access to private coarse fishing. With a Scandinavian-inspired design and a peaceful lakeside setting, this charming lodge invites you to unwind and reconnect with nature. Inside, the open plan living space is bathed in natural light, with glass doors offering stunning views of the lake. The private veranda and shared green space provide the perfect spots to relax or fish in the tranquil waters. Whether you're exploring scenic trails or casting a line, Iris Lodge is your gateway to unforgettable Cotswold adventures.

Lovely short stay

Review submitted on Tue, 16 Sep 2025
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Had a lovely time with my family on a 2 night stay. Lodge had everything we needed and very cosy. Great location and lots of things/walks to do in local area especially during the summer. Nearby restaurants really nice. Would recommend and hope to return.

Frances from London stayed at Iris Lodge for 2 nights in September 2025


Lovely place to stay

Review submitted on Sun, 14 Sep 2025
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Iris lodge was a joy to stay in.
Fabulous location. Well stocked kitchen, whole place was very clean inside and out.
Comfortable beds.
We were lucky with the weather and able to make use of seating area outside overlooking the lake, extremely peaceful.
Beautiful surrounding villages and great eating places particularly The Royal Oak in South Cerney where we went for evening meal.
If you’re looking for somewhere for breakfast after checking out use Pennycress Garden Cafe in South Cerney where you can enjoy a wonderful atmosphere and amazing food.
Coffee great too.
Loved the area and would definitely recommend Iris lodge as a base.

Annie from Darlington stayed at Iris Lodge for 4 nights in September 2025


Lovely place great location

Review submitted on Sat, 30 Aug 2025
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great communication from Bolthole Retreats and Iris Lodge was perfect for our mini break. The lake and surroundings are lovely and the lodge itself very comfortable with everything we needed- including a fab power shower!

Hannah from Houghton stayed at Iris Lodge for 4 nights in August 2025


Quiet

Review submitted on Tue, 26 Aug 2025
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
A relaxing area to stay in, very peaceful. The lodge itself was comfortable, although the double bed seemed to be a bit on the small side! The lodge would have benefited from a larger TV. The kitchen was well equipped only lacking a small frying pan and slightly bigger drinking glasses. The fridge door is very creaky.

Teresa from Isleworth stayed at Iris Lodge for 7 nights in August 2025


Bolthole Retreats replied 101 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at Iris Lodge. We’re very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Your valuable feedback has been shared with the owner who has taken these points on board and is looking into them. They've also let us know that the fridge will be looked at as soon as possible. We hope to see you in the Cotswolds again soon.

Very peaceful

Review submitted on Mon, 23 Jun 2025
3.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
3.0
The location of these Lodges is excellent. Very tranquil and peaceful, the lake is lovely with swans and cygnets floating about. There were a great number of Canada geese and their goslings wandering about, but they don't interfere with the guests.
The Lodge itself, Number 12, could do with a bit of an update, especially the appliances, fridge in particular which was leaky and old. The outside of the Lodge could do with a coat of varnish and really could do with a path in front of the porch and round the side, like most of the other Lodges have as the geese make a bit of a mess and you have to avoid taking it into the Lodge on your shoes!
The furnishings inside are comfortable, the bathroom is great with a lovely big shower and the beds are comfortable.
All in all we had a lovely stay and would definitely consider going back. We didn't go for the fishing, just a nice rest and we certainly got that.





Jean from Neston stayed at Iris Lodge for 7 nights in June 2025