Overview
This stunning detached waterside property overlooking Howell's Mere lake is spread over three floors with spacious living areas and has the benefit of large balconies and outdoor living.
Offering three king size bedrooms, two of which are en-suite, a twin room and a bunk room with two separate shower rooms arranged over the ground and first floor. The living/dining area and kitchen are located on the second floor, which has access onto the enclosed terrace, where you will find a coal BBQ, and which enjoys westerly views. The property further benefits from a wood-burning stove.
Sleeps 10
4 Bathrooms
WiFi
Log fire
BBQ
High Chair
Cot
Tennis Courts
Childrens Playground
Access to spa and pool
Shared Outdoor Pool
Good range of wall and base cupboard units with many built-in appliances including double oven, five ring gas hob, dishwasher, and fridge/freezer. Microwave and toaster. Fully equipped to accommodate 10 guests.
Dining table with eight matching chairs, modular sofa, armchair, footstool, and two occasional chairs. 42″ TV with Freeview and DVD player. Wood-burning stove, access to the balcony.
The ground floor provides one king-size lakeside ensuite bedroom, one twin bedroom, and a family shower room. There are three further bedrooms on the first floor with an en-suite king-size bedroom, a further king-size bedroom as well as a bunk room and separate shower room.
This property boasts three stories of balconies facing west over Howells Mere. The top balcony includes a bistro table and chairs and a charcoal BBQ.
Bath, hand, and tea towels are provided as well as bed linen, bin liners, and dishwasher tablets.
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.
£500 refundable damage deposit is due the week before your arrival. You will be contacted regarding this.
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 is an 11 pm noise curfew on the estate.
There are 3 electric vehicle charging points on the estate that operate on a first come first use basis.
All our properties are non-smoking.
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 outdoor Mill Village 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 1st November to the Easter holidays.
Please be aware that there is no waterside access to Swillbrook Lake as this is a nature conservation lake.
Property specifics:
Not Pet Friendly - Although this property does not accept pets, the owner reserves the right to allow pets during owner stays.
One designated parking space – please use the overflow car park for additional cars.
The following information will help you to locate Woodlark upon your arrival at Lower Mill Estate.
Village
Your property Woodlark is based in Howell's Mere
Property Number
Howell's Mere 30
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, 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 30 on your right-hand side. Your parking spot is opposite the house on your left-hand side, labeled with the number 30.
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 Woodlark on Google maps and what3words.
what3words: https://w3w.co/paramedic.surprises.impaired
