Cotswolds Lakeside Lodge - Nesbitt's Nest

2026 Diary now open - Nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, Nesbitts’ Nest sits on the edge of a picturesque lake & offers lakeside living at its best. With spacious indoor & outdoor living, the lodge is suspended over the water’s edge and is the perfect place to relax and unwind come rain or shine - soak up the views on the sunny deck, or snuggle up in front of the log burning fire. Our lodge accommodates up to 6 adults, with both a child & dog friendly set up. The space Keen to get out on the water? Then your visiting the perfect place! Spring Lake - during the warmer months the lake the lodge overlooks is a very active lake, with a boat running on it most of the day, providing you with plenty of entertainment watching those trying waterskiing / wake boarding / wake surfing but also giving you the opportunity to try to! They also offer paddleboarding sessions! A great way to enjoy our beautiful spring lake ambience available sessions are "Fresh Start" morning or "Sunset" evening sessions both just beautiful times of the day to get out on the water! We advise you to pre book to save disappointment as all activities on the lake are popular. Fancy a more relaxing experience out on the water then why not rent or bring your own boat, board, kayak and float across one of the surrounding lakes which offer supervised water activities - the lake behind our lodge, a short walk is lake 12 - “The real outdoor experience” offers the closet opportunity to do both, and they have a lovely spectator spot offering the best cake & coffee! With shelter and warmth in the colder days. Or there’s the stunning sites at 4 Lakes, vast picturesque lakes just a short drive away from the lodge run buy the loveliest family. They offer the opportunity to do both water sports and paddle boarding etc. . . all in one place & for a warmer experience they also provide wetsuits and sweet treats & tea! Well worth a visit, we are always down there out on the water, might see you! Please note we do not advocate any self launch swimming / boating / paddle boarding / kayaking on Spring Lake as it is unsupervised lake, in peak season the boat runs on it most the day also - therefore unsafe swimming / boating lake, but great people watching with the water sports why not give it a try! Pre booking is essential to avoid disappointment. About our lodge A home from home, our warm and welcoming lodge offers spacious indoor and outdoor living. The cosy living room flows around a log burner perfect for those chilly winter evenings where you can snuggle up inside and take in the lake views. The lodge comfortably accommodates 6 adults and a young child in a cot. Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway or a break away with family or friends, this is the place to be. Nesbitts' Nest offers a peaceful escape as well as a chance to try out exciting new activities and is the perfect base to explore all that the beautiful Cotswolds has to offer. With three bedrooms and three bathrooms, a lounge and dining area, Nesbitt’s Nest offers cosy living overlooking the lake. Our home from home offers a well equipped kitchen with everything needed for your stay and includes a double oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge and freezer, washer/dryer and dishwasher. The kitchen is very well equipped with everything you need for a comfortable self-catering holiday. The large open plan lounge / diner has double doors leading onto a lovely spacious private south facing deck. The deck is fully equipped with sun loungers, table and chairs and a barbeque just off the deck for your enjoyment, if the sun should get too hot for you there is a motorised canopy over the decking area at the flick of a switch. Overlooking the lake, there are steps leading down to a grassed area with access to the lake for a paddle, and ampoule space for a picnic or to play some garden games (please note this grassed area is a communal space) Both inside and outside living areas comfortably accommodate six adults and there is a charcoal BBQ and outdoor furniture for alfresco dining. In the living room there is a flat screen TV with FreeSat, games, plus a selection of books from my favourite author, my mum Marina Johnson for her chic lit reads, and Joanne Ryan for a more dark and mysterious thriller - so whether you curl up on the sofa or soak up the sun, find a good spot for a well earned rest and read! I recommend Fat Girl Slim! Or try one of her thriller books - The lodger by Joanne Ryan is a gripping read. Broadband is also included and the comfortably equipped lounge has ample space for six people and two dogs to relax in and includes a log burner for those cosy winter’s evenings. There are residents parking spaces just to the front of the property, and also additional spaces located around the lake - but they are on a first come first served basis. There is green area to the side of the property and a children's play area on site - as you exit the front door take a right walk along and your see a gate to the park on your left. A lovely shower room with wc and hand basin is conveniently located downstairs, making it ideal for using after water-skiing or paddle boarding and compliments a refurbished upstairs bathroom with a bath, and the master-bedroom has its on en-suite with shower also. Bedrooms To The Light House master bedroom, is the largest of the rooms, has a spacious king sized bed, with full length windows overlooking the stunning views of Spring Lake. There is an en-suite with shower and wc, TV, fitted wardrobe, with plenty of storage drawers and ample space for a travel cot if needed. The Swann double Has view over the greenery outside and has a comfortable double divan bed. There is limited walking space around the bedroom, but there is storage drawer space under the bed itself, and also in the chest of drawers, plus a small hanging rail on the wall. Dezzy the Ducks duo Dezzys twin bedroom also has a view over the greenery outside and has comfortable full size single beds. This light and airy room has a small bedside drawer unit, and wall hanging rail to make good use of the storage space available but again is a cosy room. Portable cooling fans are provided and can be moved around the lodge as required for those warmer days, but also for chillier stays there are oil heaters provided that can also be moved around the lodge. Children Children are warmly welcomed to our lodge with a high chair, travel cot (we request you bring your own bedding please as this is not provided) and two stair gates available free of charge for top & bottom of the stairs. The lakeside deck is securely gated with a latch gate, and you will find some extra child friendly touches such as children’s cutlery, dishes, cups, and games. There are plenty of local child friendly activities including secure play areas and bike riding and safe walks on a dedicated network of paths. In the warmer months there is a life guard patrolled swimming beach nearby, alternatively there are the indoor and outdoor pools in Cirencester and Cheltenham. The Cotswold Wild Life Park is also a great day out for all the family. Check out the Cotswold Water Park's official website to see what else is on offer for families in the immediate area, and please check out my guidebook for all hints tips and links as we love sharing our favourite places. Pets are always welcome We understand how hard it is to leave those canine friends behind when grabbing a short break away in the country and so we are pleased to welcome you with your pet for a small additional fee. The lodge is perfectly located for dog owners with plenty of pathways and open countryside right on the doorstep. The Cotswolds and Waterpark offer a very dog friendly environment. It is the ideal place for enjoying quality time with all the family without having to leave your pet at home. The lodge provides a secure deck area to keep your pet safe; a stair gate which must be kept closed at all times to keep them downstairs only please; and we request you bring your own dedicated dog towels and make use of the outside tap/hose to clean off after those great walks and never leave them in the lodge alone. Please note that the lodge is semi-detached and, therefore, would not be suitable if it is likely that your dog’s barking may disturb the neighbours. Should this become a problem during your stay we do reserve the right to ask you to remove your dog for the remainder of your stay. Please also be aware that dogs are strictly not permitted upstairs. If your pet needs to be with you at night I am afraid our lodge will not be suitable for you to book. Our lodge is furnished to a high standard and our primary aim is to provide good quality, comfortable accommodation for all of our guests. In order to achieve this we ask any guests bringing dogs not to allow them on the furnishings in the lounge area, or upstairs please. We also ask that you avoid leaving your dog in the lodge alone unless using a dog cage and your are confident that your dog will remain quiet and settled. Local activities Spring Lake, one of over 150 lakes set in an area of outstanding beauty, is a truly idyllic setting in the heart of the Cotswold Water Park with nearby picturesque villages plus a huge range of local amenities. Spring Lake is one of the only lakes offering water-skiing; ringos and an inflatable raft are also available on spring lake itself, and we will sign post you to how to book these to save disappointment, there are also many other lakes nearby offering something for everyone. There is also a restaurant located onsite, with lakeside terrace and bar, which offers locally sourced cuisine within the lakeside community which is just a few minute’s walk away from Nesbitts’ Nest but we do recommend booking to avoid disappointment. For the keen cyclist there is the national cycle route 45 which goes through the Cotswold Water Park on its way from Salisbury to Cirencester. Can’t bring your bike with you? Not to worry, there are numerous cycle hire shops nearby for those wishing to explore. For the keen golfer, South Cerney Golf Course and driving range are nearby and can be booked up to fourteen days in advance. There is an abundance of beautiful countryside for rambling and walking and the nearby village of South Cerney is within walking distance. The historic town of Cirencester is a short drive away as is Lechlade and Fairford, and many other Cotswold attractions. The Cotswolds and Waterpark offer a very dog friendly environment and we welcome well behaved pets. Please enquire prior to booking if you intend to bring your pets, as these can incur additional fees and there is a restriction on pet numbers. Fishing is also permitted, with UK rod licence. Within walking distance is South Cerney, a traditional Cotswold village with a newsagents, convenience stores, Indian restaurant/ takeaway, fish and chip shop, pubs, hairdressers, pharmacy, post office and a church. A short walk in the other direction is a pub/restaurant, café/bistro and hotel offering spa treatments, gym, pool and sauna. There really is something for everyone here regardless of what the English weather throws at us! Spring Lake's Lakeside Brasserie is a great venue for all the family, providing good informal dining (including excellent breakfasts) and a bar as well as water sports during the warmer months. During the summer months there are often BBQs and live entertainment and throughout the year there is regular coverage of your favourite sports events. Jeremy Clarksons pub - The farmer’s dog, is now a popular must visit for a lot of our guests, is half an hour drive away, and well worth popping in for a drink or two. But if you plan on dining there booking is essential. Guest access You will have the lodge to yourselves, beds will be made up with linen, and towels are provided. You will need to bring your own beach towels for outdoor water sports / activities, and if your bringing your furry friend with you please bring their towels and blankets from home with you. We request if you are bringing an infant with you and planning on using our cot please bring your own bedding as this is not provided. Parking - to the front of the property there are a number of car parking spaces, and we suggest you occupy the spaces closest to the lodge for ease of unloading your vehicle. We have a small lockable boat shed located to the side of the house available for you to use for storing bikes etc, please note that all items are stored at your own risk. Other things to note Please note our preferred arrival & departure days are Monday to Friday (weekdays), if you wish to request to check in or out on any other days please contact me to enquire before booking. Whilst we do provide travel cots for infants, we ask that guests bring their own cot linen please. Please note that if you request to bring your pet / pets their are additional fees. Please note steps are the only access points to the property both at the front and back entrance. Please no loud music on the decking after 10:30pm. Contact free check in and check out. Complete privacy and exclusive use of the lodge during your stay. Internet access is offered for recreational use.