Tamash Lal visited a fabulous retreat near Somerford Keynes worth nearly £2m.

Howells Barn is the perfect Cotswold retreat and the ideal place for complete rest and relaxation on exclusive waterside estate.

It includes two acres of private grounds to stroll around and comes with use of a private spa, all located within the acclaimed 500 acre Lower Mill Estate Nature Reserve near Somerford Keynes.

Set in a gated community, it forms part of the private estate which includes membership to an award winning spa with three swimming pools and treatment rooms.

There are also tennis courts, a wildlife reserve, playing fields, boating lakes, sensational walks and community shop, along with 24hr concierge and security.

Howells Barn comprises a light filled three storey avant-garde style stone barn conversion and private swimming pool within the secluded gardens.

It is on the market with Knight Frank, Cirencester with a guide price of £1,950,000.