10 Bowmoor Edge by Birch Stays

Bowmoor Edge by Birch Stays

Welcome to the epitome of lakeside luxury. Be prepared to be totally blown away by the sensational Bowmoor Edge by Birch Stays. Tucked away on the serene Bowmoor Lake, amidst 850 acres of breath-taking Cotswolds woodland on the esteemed Lakes by Yoo private estate, this magnificent residence offers accommodation for 15 guests in absolute splendour across 6 stunning bedrooms.

It is the ideal destination for families or a group of friends to embark on adventures, unwind, and create lasting memories. Please note in order to maintain standards across the estate, there is strictly no hen, stag or same sex parties allowed. 

Bowmoor Edge has been designed to connect relaxed luxury, all year round entertaining and lakeside living. The open plan ground floor seamlessly flows onto the entertaining deck that boasts an outdoor kitchen equipped with a pizza oven, fridge, gas barbeque, and sink. Sit back and watch the family enjoy the lake from the formal outdoor dining table or sofa loungers, or even from the vantage point of the penthouse master suite’s private deck.

The home is located on a remarkable resort that combines luxury accommodation with an incredible range of facilities for guests to enjoy. These include a variety of water sports such as paddle boarding, canoeing, and kayaking, (with paddle boards, 3 kayaks, Canadian canoe and life jackets provided at the home) all enjoyed and accessed directly from the home’s lakeside deck.

Fishing enthusiasts can try their hand at fly, lure, and pole fishing, all from their own deck and the catch of the day straight on to the barbeque. For those who prefer land activities, there are options like cycling, ziplining, shooting, trapeze, horse riding, dune buggies, paintballing, padel & tennis courts, cricket batting nets and climbing walls. Additionally, the resort provides numerous workshops and a children's club to keep everyone entertained both during and out of school holidays. To unwind and relax, guests can indulge in luxurious wellness treatments at the Orchard Spa, which features a 17-meter heated swimming pool, a gym, treatment rooms, sauna, and steam room.

The impressive property features numerous expansive freshwater lakes, meadows, and woodland, creating a sanctuary for wildlife within the Gloucestershire countryside. Situated in the charming and historically significant village of Lechlade, The Lakes by Yoo is nestled in an Area of Natural Beauty along the River Thames, a mere ninety-minute journey from London. The estate offers an abundance of walking trails, an arboretum, a vegetable patch and herb garden, a hennery where guests can collect fresh eggs, a bird hide, and even a small beach.

Additionally, The Lakes provides a private dining menu that showcases seasonal, locally sourced ingredients of the highest quality, making it an ideal choice for leisurely lunches or celebratory evenings. Should you be willing to depart from this idyllic estate, many of the Cotswold's prominent attractions can be reached within a short fifteen-minute drive.

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The House
Located directly on Bowmoor Lake, offering a southeast aspect with stunning full-height floor to ceiling windows showcasing amazing uninterrupted panoramic water views from almost any point in the home.

The highly impressive kitchen and dining area is at the heart of the house equipped with a wide array of state-of-the-art Miele appliances. The giant central island seating has everything you need for gourmet living. A large walk-in pantry and a separate utility room are added bonuses. The wine fridge can be quickly filled with your favourite selections.

The designer dining table and chairs are perfectly positioned so that you can dine with a view, opening the doors in summer months to listen to the lake’s soundtrack of a gentle hush with the occasional swoop of a bird. The dining area flows to the living room with a large 65” television located to the right of the wood burning fire. A sumptuous sofa and additional seating making this an ideal area for relaxation. Underfloor heating downstairs and air conditioning through-out most of this property ensures the perfect temperature whatever the weather.

Your second living space boasts a deep corner sofa, a cosy spot for a read of the Sunday newspapers or perhaps a snug area for tired children to watch a movie and play on the foosball table.

The ground floor is completed by a downstairs washroom and storage cupboards located in the entrance hall, downstairs. From the entry hall the staircase leads to the second and third floors that is drowned by natural light from the ceiling window.

The Sleeping Spaces
This 6 bedroom and 4 bathrooms (3 en suite, 1 family bathroom+ 1 WC) residence sleeps up to 15 with the ultimate kids / family room. Connecting 5 of the bedrooms on the first floor is the open plan hallway big enough to house a full-size pool table.

There is large family bathroom comprising standalone bath and large shower that services the twin bedroom and the bunk bedded room that can sleep up to 5 across 1 double bottom bunk and 3 single bunks.

On this floor two of the bedroom suites include king sized bedrooms with vast en-suites and have direct access onto the decking terrace overlooking the lake. Both bedrooms large enough to have their very own sofa/ chill out areas in-front of smart TVs. Again, the full height windows provide the perfect views across the lakes regardless of the time or season. The fifth bedroom is a beautifully decorated king bedroom framed by a single glazed opening.

The master is simply astounding with 500 sqft of stunning space and floor-to-ceiling glass walls that make you feel as though you are sleeping outside. It offers walk-in wardrobe, studio kitchen area, private lounge area with 55-inch TV, log burner and a luxurious bath that sits next to the glass for breath taking views over the lake, a huge rain shower and his and hers vanity units. The room is completed with an office desk overlooking the lakes beyond the large private balcony with sun loungers and additional seating.
Ground Floor
Open plan living area with 2 seating areas, log burner, utility room and pantry
Fully equipped kitchen with Miele appliances
Dining area with terrace access, and huge glass doors that open up fully
Second snug/ TV room with foosball table
W/C and cloakroom
The wrap around terrace has access to the lake and the lower deck

First Floor
2 x king bedroom suites with luxury en-suite bathrooms and seating / sofa areas

1x King size room

Family bathroom suite

Bunk bedroom that can sleep 5 with TV and sofa area

Twin bedroom

Hallway and Pool table

Second floor
Master penthouse bedroom with en-suite

Studio kitchen and walk in wardrobe

Sofa and seating area with log burner and 50-inch TV

Private outdoor terrace that wraps around the entire house
Exterior Grounds
Wrap-around terrace
Roof terrace with panoramic lake views
Barbecue
Pizza oven
Private garden
Outdoor dining table
Outdoor sofa loungers
Dog washing area
Water sports: paddle boards, 2 single kayaks, Canadian canoes and life jackets provided at the home)
Racket sports: there are some tennis rackets and cricket sets in the house
Parking for 4 cars

Features
• 6 bedroom detached lakeside house sleeps 15 guests
• On-site spa facilities including indoor heated pool, techno gym, bookable spa treatments and yoga studio
• Padel & Tennis courts, picnic areas, man-made beach, play area, basketball court, tree house, football pitch, mini kids farm and cricket & golf nets
• Onsite restaurant and bar
• Under floor heating
• Four allocated parking spaces with further parking available in the overflow
• 2 Paddle boards
• Canadian canoe
• 2-man kayak & 2 single kayaks
• Selection of life jackets
• 2x Nespresso coffee machines
• Miele kitchen appliances & Miele dishwasher
• Miele washing machine and dryer
• Dining table
• 65” Sony tv
• 2x 55″ Sony tv
• Children’s pates, cutlery
• 2 baby travel cots (bedding not supplied)
• 1 highchair
• Sonos music system
• Gas BBQ
• Pizza oven
• Cinema room with 86” Sony tv
• Table football
• Snooker table
• Games
• Pet friendly with prior permission
• Strictly no stag or hen parties
• Please note that from October to April access to the lake is suspended in order to protect the over-wintering bird population. This restriction applies to kayaking, boating, fishing and swimming.