Finding new restaurants and enjoying good food is one of the best things about being on holiday (in our opinion). We are so lucky in The Cotswold to be surrounded…
There are so many reasons why self-catering holidays in the Cotswolds are a brilliant choice – whether you’re holidaying as a couple, a family or a group of friends.First and…
If you love the idea of a festival but not so much the camping, you can use your base at Watermark Cotswolds to experience all the wonderful music events in…
Planning a hot tub holiday in the Cotswolds? A stay in the Cotswolds is always pretty-near perfect as far as we’re concerned. But one thing that always makes it feel…
If you’re looking for a dog-friendly destination in the UK, look no further than the Cotswolds. As an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the whole region is a veritable haven…
As summer approaches we can’t help but let our minds wander to the many fine beer gardens available in this lovely part of the world. Accidentally stumbling across a pub’s…
We’ve compiled a list of our favourite must-see National Trust days out and parks in the region to add to your itinerary on your next stay at Watermark. 1. Dyrham…
If you’re holidaying in the Cotswolds this half term, you can rest assured you certainly won’t run out of things to do – no matter what the weather throws at…
A holiday in the Cotswolds is a foodie’s paradise. The Cotswolds has long been celebrated as one of the UK’s top holiday destinations for foodies, thanks to its extensive…
A British staycation is set to be a particularly popular holiday choice in 2021 – and it doesn’t take a genius to work out why. Sadly, Covid has put paid…
Planning a country holiday in the Cotswolds? Thought Watermark was all about the lakes? Think again! In addition to our beautiful lakeside retreats, we also offer a selection…
Here’s the lowdown on some of our favourite arboretums and gardens to visit with kids in Gloucestershire and surrounding areas. And, because we know long journeys with children are rarely…
The Cotswolds is a haven for history-buffs with plenty of Cotswold Castles, museums, and stately homes to enjoy on your next visit to Watermark. Our Cotswold holiday lodge based in…
If ever there was a Year of the Staycation, 2020 must surely be it. And, let’s face it, with international restrictions still in place and many of us feeling uneasy…
Only a 35-minute drive from our luxurious holiday homes and lodges, Cheltenham Festival – known as the most prestigious National Hunt jump racing event of the year – gathers the world’s top jump…
Whether you’ve just set foot inside one of our luxurious properties for a Christmas in the Cotswolds, or have invested in one of our award-winning holiday properties, we know how…
Watermark Wanderers is a series of blog posts that helps you explore all things Cotswolds and beyond as you enjoy the peace of a lake getaway. In this edition, we’ll…
If you’re wondering what a summer at Watermark has to offer you, read on! Here you will discover what a typical day spent in the Cotswolds could look like -…
When visiting Watermark’s luxury lodges this summer, you may be expecting a getaway jam-packed with the various fun and thrilling outdoor activities that are readily available. Wake boarding, Paddle boarding,…
Easter at Watermark is fast approaching and the lure of a lakeside lodge has never been more appealing. Relax, recharge and reinvent how holidays should be spent; have Easter at…
Welcome to the place where time stands still. With us. At Watermark. Planning your February half-term holiday couldn’t be easier. Put your hand on your heart and you’ll hear the…
Picture a winter wonderland at Watermark; a cosy lodge with a bubbling hot tub overlooking a frozen lake on a winter’s evening. Marshmallows fall like snowflakes into steaming mugs of…
It’s that time of year again…you can feel it in the air. Adrenalin building as you hear the thundering charge of hooves pounding the ground, the smell of tweed and…
There’s so much to love about autumn in the Cotswolds. To us, it’s a season that should be celebrated. Bright blue skies and crisp mornings with the first frost crunching…
Imagine waking by the waterside. Watching the wind pulse along the lake casting ripples as you relax, dip your toes into clean, freshwater from your own private pontoon. Find a…
As a whole, the Cotswolds are known for being one of the most stunning rural areas in the UK but we truly believe that if you want to know what…