Habitat Escapes is the official holiday rental company for Lower Mill Estate, Cotswolds and Silverlake, Dorset and is part of Habitat First Group. With over 12 years’ experience, our commitment to providing high standard accommodation, alongside personable service has never faltered throughout our growth. From acres of running and bike trails to watersports, award-winning Spas, high quality food and dynamic events, there is always pure adventure to be found on a Habitat Escapes break. Habitat First Group is a family-run business. Having launched Lower Mill Estate in The Cotswolds in 1999, the company went on to launch Silverlake, Dorset in 2011 and has a number of other exciting projects in the pipeline, including Birchwood Estate in North Devon. The Estates combine ecology, architecture and community to help your family to thrive and enjoy a holiday surrounded by nature. The Paxton family continues to run Habitat First Group to this day and the family touch can be felt in everything that we do.

Thames Rest is a charming pet friendly cottage nestled in a tranquil corner of the Estate, offering a serene retreat, perfect for a family getaway. This charming cottage features a pretty inglenook style fireplace with wood burner, elegant soft furnishings and a secluded outdoor decking area that sits next to the river Thames. An ideal escape in every season! Thames Rest is tucked away in a peaceful and secluded corner of Mill Village, offering convenient proximity to the outdoor pool, tennis courts, and the Activity Hub, where you can rent your favourite water sports equipment. The Lower Mill Estate Spa and Ballihoo restaurant are also easily accessible within a 5-minute walk. With two double en-suite bedrooms and two bunk rooms, Thames Rest can accommodate up to 8 guests, making it ideal for families. The blend of traditional and vintage décor creates a cosy and inviting atmosphere in this pretty traditional-style cottage. Thames Rest is one of just a handful of properties within Mill Village that has exclusive access to the onsite spa facilities.

Enjoy an unforgettable Cotswolds holiday at Lower Mill Estate. There’s lots to discover here, including the nature reserve, swimming pools, lakeside trails, spa, restaurant and numerous activities. The Cotswold Water Park and Cotswolds AONB are also on your doorstep. Lower Mill Estate is perfect for a Cotswold break year-round, whether you’re looking to enjoy the summer or get together with loved ones over Christmas.