Julia - verified booking

"Unlike some properties at Lower Mill with limited views, The Augusta House overlooks the wonderful Somerford Lagoon and it's so lovely and relaxing to be able to watch and listen to the different birds that come and go. In the evening, we could almost reach out and touch the bats that came out to catch their supper. The whole estate is a joy for those of all ages, who love and appreciate nature. We don't have young children but for those who do, they would be well catered for. There's a lovely atmosphere across the whole site and everyone we met was friendly. A strict code of conduct ensures that nature, wildlife, and peacefulness take priority. The Spa is an absolute oasis; beautifully clean and with the outside pool being even warmer than the inside one. Our week long stay was at the beginning of October and one warm, sunny weekday we had the outdoor pool to ourselves for almost 2 hours-bliss!The house itself is spacious, clean, very well equipped for the number of people it can accommodate and would be warm and cosy during cold weather (we had to turn the heating off). The beds were very comfortable and the linen and towels clean. The only disappointment was the 'General Store'. This amounts to no more than a few shelves of random items within the Ballihoo Restaurant. They didn't even stock ordinary tea and were charging 60p each for tomatoes which, needless to say we declined. So, if you don't want to spend your holiday food shopping, make sure you either bring everything with you or arrange to have it delivered. We shopped at The Organic Farm Shop in nearby Burford (the organicfarmshop.co.uk) and would very highly recommend it. They stock pretty much everything you could need and the food in the cafe is delicious. Well worth a visit in itself for anyone who appreciates good quality food, with much of the fruit and vegetables being grown on site."

- Mrs Moy, September 2018 - verified booking

"We came in the back door via the conservatory this had 2 barrel chairs and 2 director chairs not really comfortable for sitting in during an evening to watch the night come in. We moved into the well stocked kitchen that had all the items necessary to prepare a meal. It has a large table and a sofa, can only think it ha the scruffy covers to protect it but still curious as gives the impression of tatty. Again nowhere comfortable to sit, 2 on the sofa and the others on the dining chairs. Upstairs we had the lounge, should have taken some dvds to watch but even that would not have been in comfort as there was just the sofa bed and again 2 barrel chairs. The top floor had the bedrooms one with en-suite and a wardrobe the other had a hanging rail, but the beds as previous guests have said did not afford comfort. Shame the hosts have not thought about the necessary requirement for holiday makers and that is always comfort, especially after a day visiting all the fantastic sites around. They have an ideal little place that is well stocked and well situated, just lacks comfort."

Jacques - verified booking

"A really nice and cosy place to stay, Upon arrival, the cottage was opened with the keys on the table, and a beautiful bunch of flowers for reception and everything neatly clean.There was plenty of room for us we were with 2 couples, all facilities well present.Good beds, sufficient facilities in the kitchen and equipment available.Very good TV and Wifi reception.Also the outside environment of the cottage was beautiful and well maintained.So a very very good choice this cottage.Some comments we experienced were the landmarks on arrival of the first time difficult to identify / findable.And what we found very unfortunate that we have not met the owners both on arrival and departure, because you passed their house every time we went to and from the cottage we have several times on the door and 3x telephoned but unfortunately no you can not contact us the day before departure because we wanted to thank them for the nice stay in their cottage."

Melvyn - verified booking

"The house was spacious, and the location was perfect. There was a large decked area with table and plenty of chairs at the back of the house, overlooking the lake. Two of the first floor bedrooms had balconies overlooking the lake. We were surprised that the top floor bedroom didn't have a window to take advantage of the view, but a skylight, that didn't spoil the holiday though. My son in law took his kayak and made full use of it on the lake. The grandchildren loved the swimming pools, indoor and out, as we all did, and the weather was brilliant. We also enjoyed meeting the swans with their cygnets, and watching and identifying the many different birds. There were some good dog friendly pubs close by, The Bakers Arms, The Greyhound and we particularly enjoyed eating at the Wheatsheaf. It was a wonderful relaxed holiday and we all wanted to stay on for another week."

Heather - verified booking

"We had a great family holiday at the Augusta House.The location is fab, lovely walks on the doorstep, walking trails (we did a lovely treasure trail with our grandchildren), great swimming pools on site, very nice cafe/restaurant on site which has a lovely sunny outside sitting area near to the children's play area, and which has a take-away menu. Tennis courts available (just sign up at the court gate to book) and bikes/bike equipment available for hire. Everyone very friendly.The accommodation: warm; cosy sitting room; well equipped kitchen; very comfortable beds; plenty of space for an extended family; great views from two of the bedrooms and the sitting room.What more could you want!"