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Songthrush

Songthrush

4.7
out of 5
Ratings from 15 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.9
Comfort
4.5
Condition
4.6
Location
4.7
Value
4.3
Customer
Service
5.0

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A stone’s throw from the exclusive spa, which you have free access to, on the Lower Mill Estate at Cotswold Water Park, Songthrush is a peaceful hideaway. With a large open plan living area and five comfortable bedrooms you can spend Summer holidays on the lakes trying various watersports, playing tennis, walking the natural surroundings and enjoying time together at this homely riverside retreat. With access to the spa included you can make use of the on-site facilities, treat yourself to a massage and while away the hours at one of the many swimming pools.

Weekend Break

Review submitted on Wed, 24 Jun 2026
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Well equipped property and enjoyable break for a family of 10 get together. Location to amenities was very good although no view of the lake. Communication was very good. Reported an issue and received a reply very quickly.
Some of the vegetation along the path to the front door needs attention but appreciate that recent weather has meant rapid growth. Overall a very nice place to stay.

Christine from Bristol stayed at Songthrush for 3 nights in June 2026


Great Family Stay

Review submitted on Sat, 06 Jun 2026
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A lovely weekend spent with our grown-up children and baby granddaughter. The open plan living area worked well with plenty of space for all. A very well equipped kitchen made cooking stress free. The outside table was a lovely spot for breakfast. Parking was easy-we had 3cars and no issues parking outside the house. Bedrooms were suitable for our needs and fans supplied-particularly needed for top bedroom in the heatwave. It was a Beautiful spacious bedroom with en-suite, but only one small window with no airflow unfortunately. Pete and Liam, the property managers, were quick to reply to messages.Facilities onsite were close by including the activity centre and lakes to paddle board on. Overall location was close to Cotswolds country park and to lovely Cirencester and a big Tescos should you need supplies. We enjoyed our stay.

Melody from Esher stayed at Songthrush for 3 nights in May 2026


Lovely location and space for three generations in one family

Review submitted on Fri, 29 May 2026
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Everything was fine, except the outdoor table and chairs needed a really good clean. There weren’t enough comfortable chairs/sofas to seat 9 people otherwise all facilities excellent.

Janet from Bridgnorth stayed at Songthrush for 3 nights in May 2026


Songthrush Review

Review submitted on Wed, 27 May 2026
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
We recently stayed in this house for my son’s wedding m. The house was super, very comfortable and clean. We also went swimming in the outdoor pool only a short walk away from the house. All in all a wonderful weekend.

Sally from Wantage stayed at Songthrush for 3 nights in May 2026


Family Weekend

Review submitted on Wed, 22 Apr 2026
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A very well equipped house for a multi-generational family weekend. We really enjoyed the local walking trails and use of the indoor pool on the estate.

Gillian from Chester stayed at Songthrush for 3 nights in April 2026


An excellent holiday break in the Lakes in a very clean well equipped house

Review submitted on Wed, 31 Dec 2025
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Excellent stay in a house that's very well equipped warm and spacious
Not the best of locations and outlook but near pool and facilties
Great vfm

Anne from Upton St Leonard’s stayed at Songthrush for 2 nights in December 2025


A good place to celebrate a 50th Wedding Anniversary

Review submitted on Wed, 05 Nov 2025
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Songthrush is a very well equipped house with plenty of accommodation and enough bathrooms to suit our party of nine. The park has great facilities to enable all ages find thingsto do, from swimming to tennis and lake walks. The log burner is excellent and Autumnal vistas through the patio doors were special.

Rodger from Worcester stayed at Songthrush for 3 nights in October 2025


Great Property

Review submitted on Sun, 10 Aug 2025
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great, spacious property. We were 2 families holidaying together and there was plenty of room for us all. Well equipped kitchen and good location for restaurant and sport activities.
Only disappointment was that you could only book 1 hr a day at the Spa swimming pool. Time slots should be at least 1.5hrs.

Guest from Rawtenstall stayed at Songthrush for 4 nights in August 2025


Bolthole Retreats replied 329 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at Songthrush. We’re very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Your valuable feedback regarding the session times for the pool has been shared with the spa team at the estate who have taken this onboard . We hope to see you in the Cotswolds again soon.

Great stay

Review submitted on Thu, 07 Aug 2025
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely property, great location for pool and spa, well equipped. I would recommend more seating in living room as there's only really 7 sofa seats for a property that sleeps 9. The sleeping situation seems okay upon booking but the lack of windows on the top floor meant it was very hot and stuffy when it wasn't particularly hot outside. The two double beds on the middle floor were like sleeping on a pile of bricks, after one sleepless night, a mattress topper was purchased by our group, for one of the beds but it made very little difference. We did have a great time but the lack of sleep for some members of our group meant they did unfortunately leave to go home before our holiday was over. I have said I would recommend, if the bed situation was addressed.

Laura from Cheshunt stayed at Songthrush for 3 nights in August 2025


Bolthole Retreats replied 334 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on your recent stay at Songthrush. We’re so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the property and its beautiful location. We’re sorry to hear that you didn’t sleep as well as you’d hoped, and we’ve shared your feedback with the owner and property manager. They’ve taken your comments about the double beds on board and are looking into them. We do hope to welcome you back to the Cotswolds in the future.

Few days away at songthrush

Review submitted on Tue, 29 Jul 2025
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great few days at songthrush. To celebrate a birthday with family.Lovely weather made use of the swimming pool’s indoor and outdoor.
Good activities but think the addition of crazy golf course would be a good idea.
We look forward to visiting again…

Gaynor from Wallingford stayed at Songthrush for 3 nights in July 2025


Bolthole Retreats replied 345 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at Songthrush. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Your valuable feedback regarding having a crazy golf course has been shared with the team at the Lower Mill Estate, who have taken this onboard. We hope to welcome you again to the Cotswolds soon.

Review submitted on Thu, 10 Jul 2025
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A good place to stay for a family get together. Lots for everyone to do and plenty of space in the accommodation.

Guest from Chilbolton stayed at Songthrush for 3 nights in July 2025


Lovely family break

Review submitted on Sun, 08 Jun 2025
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We spent 4 days at Songthursh during the May half term. The lodge was a lovely space with ample room for 9 of us. We'll sticked with tea, coffee, biscuits etc. Plenty to do on the estate including the heated outdoor pool which was great, particularly on days when the indoor pool was fully booked. We also did the mega sup board which was fun. Would definitely recommend and return.

Loretta from Ruislip stayed at Songthrush for 3 nights in May 2025


Beautiful location for a special occasion

Review submitted on Wed, 12 Feb 2025
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A lovely place to stay with all the amenities you would need, for a family special birthday that made the weekend great!!

Adrian from High Wycombe stayed at Songthrush for 3 nights in February 2025


A great weekend

Review submitted on Tue, 03 Dec 2024
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
We hired Songthrush for a birthday weekend and to get all the family together. The space was perfect, there were enough bathrooms and bedrooms, then we had the open social space downstairs, so it all flowed well. The welcome preparations were carefully though out, with a fire being laid and lights and radio on to welcome us, which immediately made it feel homely. There was lots of equipment in the kitchen and all over the house. Torches provided and other touches such as small toiletries and tissues. The beds were comfortable and the place was warm. We did not venture far, which was the plan as we had some elderly in our party. The plan was to use the house and spend time together as a family. We played lots of games and had many laughs. Some used the pool and gym onsite and praised this. I found walking our dog around the estate in the evening very pleasant with the houses all twinkling on the lakes.
I would certainly recommend this place.

Lester from Fareham stayed at Songthrush for 2 nights in November 2024


Excellent stay, we will return!

Review submitted on Sun, 25 Aug 2024
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We all had a lovely stay at Dongthrush. The house is wonderful and very well equipped so you can actually cook rather than have to eat out all the time. Great location close to the Spa and Restaurant. Only advice is, if you want to play tennis arrive early to grab a slot, all gone by 5pm on first day and can only check in at 4pm!!

Sara from Solihull stayed at Songthrush for 4 nights in August 2024