Cotswolds Waters

A collection of sustainable, bespoke homes set within their own private nature reserve at Cotswolds Waters. Each home looks onto the stunning lakes with views set in a 110-acre estate.

Cotswolds Waters

A Modern Lakeside Retreat

The idyllic family homes are set in over 110 acres with four pristine freshwater lakes, woodlands, and meadows. Cotswolds Waters is a secure estate in the heart of the Cotswolds. Conceived as a contemporary waterside community, the project brings together architecture, landscape and lifestyle to create a unique collection of homes immersed in nature.

The homes have been carefully designed to maximise natural light, lake views and a strong connection to the surrounding landscape. Expansive glazing, generous terraces and open-plan living spaces blur the boundary between inside and out, creating calm, contemporary homes that respond directly to their waterside setting.

Cotswolds Waters

Luxury Lakeside Living

Drawing inspiration from the natural textures and character of the Cotswolds, the architecture combines clean modern forms with a refined palette of timber, stone and natural materials. Each home is designed to feel timeless yet progressive, balancing elegant contemporary living with a deep sensitivity to place.

At Cotswolds Waters, architecture and environment work in harmony. The masterplan prioritises openness, biodiversity and long views across the lakes, creating a setting that feels private, tranquil and connected to nature throughout the seasons. The result is a collection of beautifully crafted homes that redefine modern lakeside living within one of the UK’s most distinctive landscapes.

The Properties

Cotswolds Waters comprises of 72 detatched dwellings and 63 apartments. The masterplan combines contemporary architecture with an exceptional natural setting, creating a private waterside community centred around wellbeing, sustainability and connection to nature. A luxury spa forms a key part of the development, featuring a panoramic lakeside pool, treatment rooms, gym and wellness facilities designed to enhance the experience of lakeside living.

Cotswold Waters. Solarium 3 & 4 type 4 bedrooms, 2,745sq.ft. 255m2 A collection of sustainable, bespoke homes set within their own private nature reserve at Cotswolds Waters. Each home looks onto stunning lake views.

Cotswold Waters. A collection of sustainable, bespoke homes set within their own private nature reserve at Cotswolds Waters. Each home looks onto the outstanding natural beauty of wild, plush greenery, watercourses and stunning lake views set in a 110-acre estate.

Cotswold Waters. Lighthouse type 4 bedrooms, 2,907sq.ft. 270m2 All rooms have access to balconies that overlook the lake.

Cotswold Waters. Barn House type 5 bedrooms, 2,422sq.ft. 226m2 Built on three storeys, with a fabulous master bedroom on the top floor with stunning elevated views across the lake and to the wider Cotswold landscape

Cotswold Waters. Skygarden type 5 bedrooms, 2,745sq.ft. 255m2 All rooms have access to balconies that overlook the lake.

An opportunity to acquire a stunning lakeside home in what is likely to be the last development of its kind in the Cotswolds.

Cotswolds Waters

Cotswold Waters. A collection of sustainable, bespoke lakeside homes set in a private 110-acre estate.

Cotswolds Waters and The Design Team

Our team brings together Hawkes Architecture, surveyors, interior designers, project managers and a dedicated aftercare team, all working collaboratively to deliver every project with expertise, care and attention to detail. From contemporary lakeside homes to elegant apartments, Cotswolds Waters are committed to creating exceptional properties that not only realise your vision, but also offer lasting lifestyle and investment value.

Sustainable Practice

At Cotswolds Waters, we developed a design approach that places sustainability, longevity and client involvement at the centre of every home. Buyers are encouraged to engage throughout the design and development process, allowing each property to be tailored through informed decisions around materials, performance and lifestyle.

Our architectural vision promotes the use of locally sourced stone, responsibly sourced timber and materials selected for both their environmental integrity and lasting quality. Each home is carefully designed to respond to its natural setting, with consideration given to seasonal sunlight, passive solar gain and energy efficiency throughout the year.

Integrated renewable technologies, including Air Source Heat Pumps and high-performance building systems, form part of a wider commitment to creating contemporary lakeside homes that are both environmentally conscious and beautifully crafted for modern living.

Sun path

Solar orientation

The positioning of each house on its plot has been carefully informed by the sun’s path, views, and site massing. By understanding summer and winter sun angles, we optimise passive solar gains and ensure every building makes the most of its specific orientation. Designs incorporate higher levels of insulation to retain heat, and materials are chosen for their low embodied energy and, wherever possible, sourced locally to reduce transportation impact. The result is architecture that responds to its environment, maximises efficiency, and enhances the comfort of those who live within it.

Building Orientation

The sun path for apartments around Milestone lakes in the Cotswolds. The Lakes is an energy efficient Passivhaus eco development designed by Hawkes Architecture.

Project Team

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