The Cotswolds is considered to be one of the most beautiful areas of Great Britain, and as of 1991 was the largest area of outstanding
beauty in the country. With serene grassy meadows, beautiful forests and breath-taking
rolling hills, it's not surprising that many people would seek to take a holiday
refuge to this natural paradise.
Buying a little slice of this heaven can be difficult, due to so few luxury homes being for sale. Locals in the Cotswolds know what they have, and they mostly wouldn't dare part with it when they can rent it instead. However, all is not lost, as one of the most historically significant estates in the Cotswolds, the Lower Mill, does indeed have many fine luxury holiday homes available.
Lower Mill Estate is one of only two river mills located on the Thames, and is a completely operational historical landmark. Within an area of supreme beauty itself, the Lower Mill estate is regarded to be one of the most breath-taking locations available.
These are the top luxury holiday homes of their league, featuring sweeping views of the rivers and lakes of the Cotswolds countryside. No amenity is too lavish for this splendid estate. Location is key, with several villages within easy driving distance and an active Lodge for the more social vacationer.
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| Example Property at Lower Mill Estate |
For someone wishing to get back to nature, the Cotswolds are a most fantastic place, and the Lower Mill is the best of the best. The Lower Mill estate committee has taken great care to coexist and enrich the local nature, rather than pave it over or run it out. For example, after 500 years of absence, beavers have been restored to the area, which was once teeming with them.
Nature-loving vacationers can relax in the hide over the beaver lake and watch these majestic creatures work without fatigue to build their own little Cotswold luxury homes on the banks. Miles with scenic rolling hills and green pastures make nature walks and peaceful relaxation as natural an impulse as taking a breath.
With a mix of modern and old fashioned (historical) architecture blending without a hitch, all of the comforts of modern luxury living are available at one's fingertips, while the old world charm is just a stone's throw away as well. After a long, relaxing walk through the pastures and hills of the Cotswolds or a leisurely boat ride on the lakes, nothing could be more fulfilling than a roaring fire and a glass of fine wine. The Lower Mill Estate has this covered, offering a variety of fireplaces in their luxury homes.
For the more active, in summer months a full-sized swimming pool is accessible at the lodge, whether it's just to relax by the waters and enjoy the day, or take a brisk, refreshing swim before taking in the beauty of the landscape all around.
To close up a night of peace and happiness in a little piece of paradise, one couldn't possibly say no to the full spa available for estate members. Truly for the ones seeking happiness, peace and quiet, this is a dream destination, under the shade of ancient oaks among the tallest hills in England.
Lower Mill luxury holiday homes are designed for environmentally sound sustainable living. They feature piled ring foundations allowing for the soundest structure imaginable, and allowing for better insulation and warming of the home. Concrete floors ad to solidity and less noise from walking about.
Walls of concrete block work allow for reduced sound transmission both within and outside the home, ensuring ease of privacy and common courtesy. Renewable timber construction materials last long and reduce deforestation.
Low energy lighting and clean energy photovoltaic roof systems allow for an environmentally conscious and money-saving use of solar power and low-wattage technology - a perfect marriage of frugality and eco-friendliness.
Lower Mill Estate intends to be a snapshot of 21st century country living, and as a result, they have a 999-year lease obliging all estate members must redecorate their home every three years to ensure that the home gets constant maintenance, resulting in it looking as good if not better than it does now in the next millennium.
There are traditional holiday cottages all around the Cotswolds for the occasional escapist to retreat to, and they too are lovely as is all in the area. But, if one wants to purchase a piece of future history in the most beautiful place in all England, then the Lower Mill is, at least for now, the answer.
