Contemporary Lakeside House at The Lakes by Yoo

The architecture has been designed around light, scale and openness. A dramatic double-height sitting room sits at the heart of the house, anchored by a monumental stone fireplace and wrapped in vast panes of glass that draw the outdoors deep into the interiors. Beyond, an expansive open-plan kitchen, dining and family room stretches across the rear of the house, opening directly onto terraces, gardens and the lake beyond. A large central island, bespoke cabinetry and a separate pantry and utility room create a space equally suited to everyday family life and large-scale entertaining.

A series of additional reception spaces offer flexibility throughout the ground floor, including dedicated media and games rooms, while the generous entrance hall creates a strong sense of arrival. Throughout, natural materials and earthy tones reflect the surrounding landscape, with timber finishes, textured stone and soft neutral palettes giving the interiors warmth and cohesion.

The bedroom accommodation is arranged across the first floor, where the principal suite occupies an entire wing overlooking the water. Exceptionally proportioned, it features a large dressing area, expansive en suite bathroom and panoramic lake views through full-height glazing. Five further bedrooms are arranged separately across the floor, several with en suite bathrooms and direct views across the gardens and surrounding woodland. A study overlooks the dramatic void above the main living space, reinforcing the sense of volume and openness throughout the house.

Outside, landscaped gardens run directly to the water’s edge, with expansive decking and multiple seating areas positioned to capture the setting throughout the day. A heated swimming pool sits alongside the lake, while a gated driveway provides privacy and ample parking.

Swan Lake House forms part of The Lakes by Yoo, one of the Cotswolds’ most exclusive private estates. Spanning more than 850 acres of lakes, woodland and meadows, residents have access to a concierge service, spa and wellness facilities, watersports, nature trails and a year-round programme of activities. Despite its remarkable sense of seclusion, the estate is within easy reach of London, with direct rail services from nearby Kemble reaching Paddington in approximately 75 minutes.