Archaeological discoveries during the 1980s revealed that there have been people living in Somerford Keynes since at least the Iron Age. The first mention of the village in writing was discovered in a charter from AD 685. Somerford Keynes hit the news in 2008 because the first beaver in 400 years was born here.
One of the benefits of choosing cottages for rent is you can feel so content that you might not want to do much more than just relaxing in your temporary home. The village of Somerford Keynes is perfect for walking around, and this can be a lovely thing to do in the evening. If you are feeling more energetic, there are a number of nice golf courses in easy reach. You are also close to the Thames Path, so there is 184 miles of walkway if you want to work on your fitness.
The Bakers Arms is considered by many people to be the best pub in the world. There is a wonderful rural ambience to the place, and it is also famous for its great pub grub. Other places where you can eat out in the area would include Bathurst Arms (Cirencester), Edgemoor Inn (Stroud), and the Foresters Arms (Leigh).
Somerford Keynes is the place you go to if you are looking to recharge your batteries – it is probably not a good option if your idea of a holiday is wild parties and night clubs. Choosing the right rental property for your stay is going to add to your enjoyment. UK cottages can offer the perfect mix traditional homeliness and modern convenience.
| Merlin House is an absolute belter! Situated overlooking Clearwater Lake in the heart of the Lower Mill Village the house enjoys superb and uninterrupted views across the water with birdsong… | ||||
| Sleeps | 8 | Bedrooms | 4 | From £1018 Per week |
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| Jackdaws is a delightful holiday cottage situated in a prime location overlooking and enjoying direct access to a lake. With an abundance of wildlife (the lakes are one of the… | ||||
| Sleeps | 6 | Bedrooms | 3 | From £548 Per week |
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| Reflections is an outstanding dwelling, resting close to the thriving market town of Cirencester.This luxury accommodation is the ideal base for a large family or friends gathering within an exciting… | ||||
| Sleeps | 10 | Bedrooms | 5 | From £1379 Per week |
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| Set overlooking Howell's mere Bryony is a wonderful choice for a family holiday.Contemporary and detached Bryony is an impressive 5 bed lakeside property that is furnished to a high and… | ||||
| Sleeps | 10 | Bedrooms | 5 | From £1379 Per week |
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| Jackdaws is one of our finest holiday cottages located in the Cotswolds Water Park, situated in a prime location overlooking and enjoying direct access to a lake from your private… | ||||
| Sleeps | 6 | Bedrooms | 3 | From £658 Per week |
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| Situated in the thriving town of Cirencester, on a 450-acre private estate, is this wonderful detached cottage.Puffin House is positioned right by the lake, with a large balcony area overlooking… | ||||
| Sleeps | 8 | Bedrooms | 4 | From £1060 Per week |
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| Lawrence House is a spacious and very welcoming property at the Cotswolds Lakes that certainly excites us here! The property, which is located in a quiet corner of the Lower… | ||||
| Sleeps | 6 | Bedrooms | 4 | From £602 Per week |
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| Spinney Falls House is utterly fantastic! The approach to this very individual property is across a small bridge (over a waterfall) to enter a holiday home that is amongst the… | ||||
| Sleeps | 10 | Bedrooms | 5 | From £1457 Per week |
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| Nuthatch is an attractive and contemporary holiday home situated on the very popular Clearwater Estate - a location which has the benefit of indoor and outdoor swimming pools! Internally the… | ||||
| Sleeps | 10 | Bedrooms | 5 | From £1302 Per week |
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| This is possibly one of the finest, most desirable property's at the Howell's Mere area. A huge property that has been cleverly designed to create a luxury property that stands… | ||||
| Sleeps | 8 | Bedrooms | 4 | From £1571 Per week |
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| SAVE 15% ON LAST MINUTE DATES IN JUNE AND JULY. SUPERB COTTAGE River Cottage is a contemporary holiday cottage situated in the popular Lower Mill Village area… | ||||
| Sleeps | 6 | Bedrooms | 4 | From £532 Per week |
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| Thames Cottage is a sweet holiday cottage, set within the popular Lower Mill Village, itself part of the 450 acre Lower Mill Estate privately owned nature reserve. The property, which… | ||||
| Sleeps | 2 | Bedrooms | 1 | From £465 Per week |
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| Number 8 Howell's Mere is simply amazing - a stunning barn with a design that, quite literally, is unique. Situated on a lake with a peaceful view across the water… | ||||
| Sleeps | 8 | Bedrooms | 4 | From £1018 Per week |
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| Ducklings is a property that simply oozes relaxation! Set on the highly desirable Clearwater Estate and enjoying the benefits of the magnificent Artspa, this large and spacious house is a… | ||||
| Sleeps | 11 | Bedrooms | 5 | From £1273 Per week |
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| Hawfinch Cottage is a wonderful family holiday home located overlooking Clearwater Lake in excellent Lower Mill Estate. The area is a particular favourite with families and small groups given the… | ||||
| Sleeps | 8 | Bedrooms | 4 | From £948 Per week |
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| Goslings is another exceptional example of comfortable, spacious, modernist living, outside and in and we think you will really like this property. Internally there are six bedrooms with three bathrooms… | ||||
| Sleeps | 12 | Bedrooms | 6 | From £1302 Per week |
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| Buttercup Cottage, Somerford Keynes is a super holiday cottage located within the heart of the Cotswold Lakes, better known as the Cotswold Water Park. Situated in a prime spot overlooking… | ||||
| Sleeps | 4 | Bedrooms | 3 | From £475 Per week |
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| An exceptionally spacious holiday home set within a peaceful corner of the Clearwater Lake. The open plan ground floor is a superb feature, with the kitchen in particular, with vaulted… | ||||
| Sleeps | 7 | Bedrooms | 5 | From £1018 Per week |
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| Serenity is an elegant and stylish property which has been equipped and fitted with an absolute attention to detail. The house has three floors and provides beautiful accommodation with ample… | ||||
| Sleeps | 6 | Bedrooms | 4 | From £1018 Per week |
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| Botany, a large house spread over three floors, is an expansive exercise in comfortable modernism! The property enjoys a direct lakeland outlook from its floor to ceiling glass-fronted ground and… | ||||
| Sleeps | 9 | Bedrooms | 5 | From £928 Per week |
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