Family Activity Holidays in the Cotswolds
Enjoy a short activity weekend or longer family holiday in the stunning Cotswold Water Park
The 42 square miles of stunning natural landscape and 180 freshwater lakes make the Cotswold Water Park the ideal destination for a fun filled family activity holiday.
Whether for a short weekend break or a longer family holiday, our self-catering holiday homes are perfect for families. You will find plenty of space for all with their open plan living areas and flexible sleeping accommodation over 3, 4 or 5 bedrooms.
You will find an extensive range of family friendly activities right on your doorstep in the Cotswold Water Park to keep everyone happy. Whether enjoying fun filled days on the water, exploring the endless trails and countryside on foot or by bike, or simply spending some quality time together on your own private sun deck, you can be assured of a break full of laughter and memories.

Benefits of a Family Activity Holiday in the Cotswold Water Park with Orion Holidays
- Weekend breaks or family holidays
- Flexible accommodation sleeping 2 - 10
- Pet friendly properties
- Wide range of activities to suit everyone
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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!
Family Friendly Holidays in The Cotswold Water Park
This incredibly versatile and stunning landscape is the perfect destination for family holidays. Activities galore on your doorstep as well as the wider Cotswolds to explore. Our properties offer a wide range of choice to suit all families.

Pet Friendly Properties
Pet friendly holiday homes so the entire family can come along.

Spa Access Included
And relax! Indulge in some “me” time whilst the rest of the family are kept busy.

3 Bedroom Properties
Family friendly properties with open plan living areas and lots of outdoor space.

4 Bedroom Properties
Need a bit more space? Our 4 bedroom properties are great for larger family groups.

5 Bedroom Properties
Our flexible larger properties provide the perfect base for a family get together.
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Perfect for the whole family
5*
This beautiful upside down house had everything our family could possibly need. Being a dog friendly property there was a stair gate, and even a ball and treats for the dog. The highlight for me had to be unwinding in the hot tub on the decking overlooking the beautiful lake. The house is located within yards of the spa, restaurant and pizza hut plus children’s playground & tennis courts.
Guest at: Clearwater 86
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 families visiting the Cotswold Water Park
Things to do for Families
The Cotswold Water Park offers a wide range of leisure activities, nature & wildlife as well as quaint country pubs and local restaurants. Whether visiting the area to take part in the wild range of activities, or using our holiday accommodation as a base to explore the wider Cotswolds you will never be short of something to do.
- Watersports
- Water skiing & Wakeboarding
- Fishing
- Cycling
- Walking & hiking
- Wildlife & Nature
- Bird watching
- Food and Drink
- Swimming
- Explore the Cotswolds
Activity Break FAQ's
We have a range of children's ages in our party, is there something for them all to do?
Yes the great thing about the Cotswold Water Park and surrounding area is the wide range of activities and places to visit that are suitable for the entire family.
The more adventurous water sports, Combat Splat and Range Shooting often appeal to older children, whilst the Cotswold Wildlife Park and Adam Hensons Farm are regular favourites with the younger ones and the Cotswold Beach and Country Park has activities for all ages including a paddling beach.
Check out our Things to Do Page for more information.
Can we bring our pet with us?
Yes, many of our properties are pet friendly so the entire family can enjoy the fun!
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?
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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