Enjoy a short Break
in the Cotswolds
Cotswold Short Breaks
Enjoy a weekend or mid-week short break in the stunning Cotswold Water Park
The Cotswolds has always been a popular destination as a weekend getaway with its beautiful countryside, chocolate box villages and wide choice of accommodation, it really does tick all of the boxes for the ideal short break. Add to that, the 42 square miles of stunning natural landscape, the 180 freshwater lakes and the wide range of leisure activities, that make up the Cotswold Water Park, and you really do have something for everyone to enjoy!
Whether for two, three or four nights, our family friendly self-catering holiday homes are ideally located to enjoy all that the Cotswold Water Park has to offer as well as being the perfect base for exploring the wider Cotswolds.
Available for mid-week stays for up to 4 nights, and weekend breaks of 2 or 3 nights, our holiday properties cater for a wide range of activities and interests as well as groups and families of all sizes. From romantic breaks with your own private hot tub or access to an award winning Spa, an action packed family activity weekend, or to getting together with family and friends to celebrate a family event in complete luxury, you are guaranteed to find something that works for you.
Benefits of a Short Break in the Cotswold Water Park with Orion Holidays
- Weekend or midweek short breaks
- Accommodation options for 2-10 guests
- Pet friendly properties
- Wide range of activities to suit everyone
Download our 2023 Brochure
Looking for a different kind of holiday this year? Our free brochure is full of information about what the Cotswold Water Park has to offer!
Luxury Short Breaks in The Cotswold Water Park
This incredibly versatile and stunning landscape is the perfect destination for every type of Cotswold short break – from activity packed family weekends, a mid-week romantic Spa break, or, celebrating those special occasions with family and friends.

Pet Friendly Breaks
Pet friendly holiday homes with a dog walking haven on your doorstop.

Luxury Spa Breaks
Indulge in pure relaxation with access to renowned Cotswold Spas.

Family Activity Breaks
Family friendly Cotswold destination packed with activities for all.

Family Celebrations
Our flexible larger properties provide the perfect base for a family get together.

Hot Tub Properties
Relax in your own private hot tub and watch the natural world go by.

Fishing Breaks
Extensive fishing opportunities for all levels of fisherman (or woman).
Book with Confidence
With 25 years of looking after guests staying in our holiday homes you can be comfortable that we know what it takes to make a truly memorable stay.
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Perfect birthday weekend
5*
“We were very impressed with the lodge. We were able to have all of our family members to stay for my wife’s 80th Birthday which is exactly what she wanted. Also able to have close friends visit her throughout the weekend. We are thinking about making it an annual event, which was suggested by my Daughter and sons. We were lucky with the weather which made it perfect for our grandchildren especially with the jacuzzi. Thank you for a perfect weekend.”
Guest at: Spring Lake 77, The Ferns
Canoes with the house
5*
“Great property, exactly as advertised, well equipped, fantastic that we had canoes with the house! The lakeside walks, pool area, restaurant facilities all were immaculate.”
Guest at:Mill Village 66, Damsel Cottage
Good free activities on-site
5*
“The property is set in a very peaceful gated estate which was impeccably clean. There are good free activities on-site, including a children’s playground, tennis courts, table tennis & an indoor area with 2 pool tables & table football. There is free fishing on site (mixed course, carp & fly fishing). Five mins walk is a lake with kayaking, canoeing & stand up paddle boards. We also visited the nearby Cotswold County Park & Beach for the Aqua adventure session – brilliant! ”
Guest at: Isis Lakes 84, Tortola Lodge
Great dog friendly holiday
5*
“Lovely accommodation, wonderful setting with lots to do for the family and great for the dogs too. Cycling, water sports, tennis, even croquet and table tennis!”
Guest at:Isis Lakes 79, Reflections
Exemplary customer service
5*
“Super location on Isis Lake with quick access to tennis courts etc. House was ideal for a holiday and immaculately clean. Lovely friendly holiday complex and the customer service at Orion was exemplary.”
Guest at: Isis Lakes 67, Wren Lodge
Plenty to see for wildlife lovers
5*
“Lodge is very well equipped. Views over the lake and the bird life are a joy to observe. The grounds are immaculately maintained, and I have enjoyed lovely walks. Isis Lake is well situated for trips to Bath, Cheltenham, Oxford and of course the whole of the Cotswolds. Close by there is a very good selection of pubs and eateries. The Crown at Cerney Wick is excellent.”
Guest at :Isis Lakes 31, Little Maine
Perfect for a fishing holiday
5*
“We stayed in number 87 for a week. It was wonderful; very relaxing, just what we needed. The house was very comfortable with lots of thoughtful touches. The scrabble even had a pen and paper! Loved the Bluetooth speaker table. My husband enjoyed fishing every day and I was happy to read, crochet, listen to music, enjoy the view and walk the dog – plenty of places to walk locally. Thoroughly recommend and hope to return soon.”
Guest at: Windrush Lake 87, The Retreat
Ideal for a family
5*
“The lodge is easily located by road and on arrival there is plenty of parking. The lodge is extremely well equipped. Everything is very clean and modern. It’s ideal for a family. There are two bathrooms. It is also quiet but with access to all kinds of facilities nearby from water sports to walking and cycling. There is an extensive range of eating places. Also nearby is the Cotswold Country Park and Beach. Highly recommended.”
Guest at: Spring Lake 52, Eider Lodge
Spotlessly clean and well equipped kitchen
5*
“We spent 6 nights at Water’s Edge and it didn’t disappoint in any way. Everything was spotlessly clean. We decided to “eat in” a lot of the time as it was so beautiful out on the veranda. The kitchen was so well equipped, and every gadget was top quality. In fact, everything exceeded our expectations. I definitely would not hesitate on booking again and can’t wait to go back again.”
Guest at : Waters Edge 05, Amaranth Lodge
Lovely view over the lake
5*
“A beautiful apartment with lovely view over the lake. Super clean and comfortable, was a lovely place to spend the bank holiday weekend!”
Guest at: Howells Mere 90, Crows Nest
Welcoming customer service and spacious property
5*
“Our 3rd time in the Cotswolds and it never disappoints. The Landings is one of the best houses we’ve stayed in – really spacious and everything you need inside, as well as a fabulous decking area that got the sun all day and well into the evening. The hot tub was great and maintained every day. Both Orion and the owner of the property were excellent. Would fully recommend this property & Orion to all my friends & family! “
Guest at: The Landings 19, Scout on the Water
Not Sure Which Lake?
With so many lakeside holidays to choose, it can be difficult to know which is right for your break. Take a closer look at what is on offer at each.
Help and advice for visitors to the Cotswold Water Park
Things to do in the Area
The 42 square miles that make up The Cotswold Water Park encompass over 180 freshwater lakes, 14 Cotswold villages and offer a wide range of leisure activities, nature & wildlife as well as quaint country pubs and local restaurants. The self-catering holiday accommodation located on many of the lakes also provide the perfect base to explore the wider Cotswolds so you will never be short of something to do during your short break.
- Watersports
- Water skiing & Wakeboarding
- Fishing
- Cycling
- Walking & hiking
- Wildlife & Nature
- Bird watching
- Food and Drink
- Swimming
- Explore the Cotswolds
Short Break FAQ's
What short breaks are available?
Compared to some properties we offer greater flexibility on when you take your short break and how many nights you stay.
All we ask is a minimum of 2 nights, so you can enjoy the area over a weekend or during the week if that works best for you.
Our special “2 night weekend break” is very popular and provides great value. You get a reduced price because it is only 2 nights but can stay until late Sunday afternoon.
Can we bring our pet with us?
Yes, many of our properties are pet friendly.
You can find a full list of our pet friendly properties here.
There is a large group of us, can we book more than one property?
Yes, we regularly book multiple properties for family groups looking to celebrate a special birthday or anniversary.
If you give our team a call on 01285 861839 and let them know your requirements they will be able to advise you which properties would work best and book them close by to each other.
Please note that some of the developments do not take large single-sex parties.
Do you advertise on booking portals?
Yes we do advertise some of our properties on the main booking portals, however we operate a Direct Bookings Rate Guarantee which means that if you book direct you not only get the best possible rate but other benefits as well including a later check-out.
What and where is The Cotswold Water Park?
The Cotswold Water Park is a natural wetland landscape spread over 42 square miles and encompassing 180 freshwater lakes and 14 different Cotswold villages.
Home to tens of thousands of breeding water birds and other wildlife as well as offering a wide range of leisure activities for visitors including water-sports, fishing, walking and cycling or acting as a base from which to visit the wider Cotswolds.
Located close to Cirencester, just north of Swindon and only 90 miles from London, The Cotswold Water Park is easily accessible by road and train and therefore perfect for a short-break as well as a longer holiday.
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