Ground Floor:

Upon arrival, guests are welcomed into a spacious ground floor featuring two bedrooms. The first is a room with a super king-size bed, built-in wardrobe, en-suite shower room, and direct access to the rear decking. The second is a single bedroom with access to the same outdoor space and a trunk bed available upon request. A practical utility room includes a washing machine, tumble dryer, shower, and WC.

The extended outdoor deck on this level offers ample seating for the whole family, right at the water’s edge.

First Floor:

As you ascend to the first floor, you'll discover the remaining three bedrooms. The first is a bunk room, ideal for younger guests, complete with a built-in wardrobe and a TV.

Next is a double room, also featuring a built-in wardrobe and TV.

The principal bedroom offers stunning lake views and includes a super-king bed, ensuite shower room, built-in wardrobes, and access to a balcony, perfect for enjoying the scenery.

This floor also features a family bathroom.

Second Floor:

The next level offers an open-plan design, allowing everyone to be together whether you're preparing a meal in the fully equipped kitchen, watching a movie by the wood burner, or simply enjoying the views.

The kitchen is equipped with a double oven complete with warming drawers, gas hob, microwave, and a Nespresso coffee machine.

The main living area can be enjoyed with the warmth of the wood burner on cooler days, or simply by relaxing on the sofa, taking in the views, and enjoying time together.

From the open-plan living space, you can access the balcony, which features a gas BBQ and plenty of seating for alfresco dining.

To the side of the property there is a narrow launch into the water for those that may wish to enjoy water sports. 

Estate Rules   

• Quiet hours are observed after 11pm, we aim to maintain a peaceful and respectful environment for all residents and guests. 
• Hen and stag parties, including any related activities, are not allowed on the estate premises
• Work related stays for any purpose are not permitted on the estate

House Rules

• All our properties are non-smoking.
• Upon departure, kindly ensure that the premises are left in a clean and orderly manner, with all furniture returned to its original position and rubbish removed. There are bin stores located around the estate.
• A £500 refundable damage deposit is due the week before your arrival. You will be contacted regarding this.
• Please utilise the one parking space provided at the property. Additional parking is available at the main car park if needed. Please do not park in the bays assigned to other properties.
• This property is not pet friendly.

What's included 

• Bath and hand towels 
• Tea towels 
• Ben linen 
• Bin Liners 
• Kitchen pack of cloth, sponge, dishwasher tablets and washing-up-liquid 

Property is self-catered. The house is fully equipped with cutlery and crockery

Spa use included but subject to availability (contact Spa directly for opening times). Pool towels can be rented from the Spa, please contact the Spa directly to arrange this. (01285 862640)

On-site restaurant and small market shop with seasonal opening hours. Availability can book up in peak weeks so contact Ballihoo prior to arrival to not miss out. (01285 840181)

Bike and watercraft hire are available at the Activity Hub as well as lessons. Please follow the link for more information: https://lowermillestate.com/activities/

Not all properties have direct lake access even though they are listed as lakeside. If you are unsure whether this property has lake access please check with our team.

Please be aware that the vegetation surrounding the property is subject to change according to the time of year. This may mean that the views represented in the photos above may vary depending on the season in which you stay with us.

Normal check-in is from 4 pm. Out of peak season, early check-in of 2 pm may be available (at an additional fee). Please contact our office team to enquire.

Check out during off-peak dates is by 10 am on the day of departure. During peak dates (school holidays) check out is at 9 am.

Travel cot and highchair are available for £10, subject to availability. Please advise at the time of booking. Guests to provide their own linen and mattress for the travel cot.

There are 4 electric vehicle charging points on the estate that operate on a first come first use basis.

Seasonal Closures

Somerford Lagoon Lake is closed from October – March due to nesting birds. The nearest canoe launch point is located near Mill Village as marked on the Estate Map.

The Somerford Nines (Clearwater 1-9). The private outdoor pool closes after the October half term and does not re-open until Easter.

The Miss Mouse Trail, run by the activity hub closes for the winter months. This is from 1^st November to the Easter holidays.

Please be aware that there is no waterside access to Swillbrook Lake as this is a nature conservation lake.

If you are looking to book multiple properties with us we have some lovely properties that are close to Mayfleet. 

Thistledown - Located a few doors down from Mayfleet | Sleeps up to 8

Juniper House - Located a few doors round from Mayfleet | Sleeps up to 6

Grayling House - Located just a minutes walk from Mayfleet | Sleeps up to 8

Lake Lodge - Located just around the lake from Mayfleet | Sleeps up to 8

The following information will help you to locate Thistledown upon your arrival at Lower Mill Estate.

Village
Your property Mayfleet is based in Howell's Mere

Property Number
Howell's Mere 19

Finding your Property
From the main entrance where the security hut is positioned, drive through the gate and bear left, drive through the car park ahead and exit right when you get to a four-way crossroads for Clearwater and Howells Mere properties.

Continue forward over the bridge taking the immediate right towards Howells Mere and Clearwater properties. Continue along this road and you will get to a point where the road splits off either left or right. Bear left and continue along the road passing the Spa and Tennis courts on your right and houses on your left. At the end of this road bear right, you will see a bridge in front of you. Cross over this bridge into Howell's Mere and take the immediate left turning. Follow the road along, until you get to number 19 on your right-hand side. Your parking spot is on the right hand side, just to the right of the property, labelled with the number 19.

To assist you during darker evenings, you would be advised to bring a torch with you as there is no street lighting permitted on the Estate other than low-level lighting. 

Co-ordinates
Please use the below links to see the exact position of Thistledown on Google maps and what3words.

what3words: hook.turntable.seagull

what3words /// The simplest way to talk about location