Summary - THE FOLLY, 5, LAKESHORE RESERVE, LOWER MILL LANE GL7 6GD
4 bed 1 bath Detached
Private four-bedroom lakeside house with rooftop hot tub and estate spa facilities.
South-facing lakeside plot with uninterrupted nature reserve views
Full 12-month occupancy — year-round lakeside use
Rooftop terrace with hot tub and panoramic lake views
Master suite with private balcony
Private 'boat house' storage for kit; driveway parking for two cars
Service charge approx £6,641 (2025) — above average
Council tax described as expensive
Listed as only one bathroom for a four-bedroom home — may need adaptation
Set on the exclusive Lakeshore Reserve of Lower Mill Estate, The Folly is a striking four/five-bedroom detached home built in 2017 with uninterrupted south-facing lake and nature-reserve views. The house is designed for contemporary lakeside living, with a stunning open-plan ground floor, expansive glazing, and direct access to outdoor spaces including a private rooftop terrace with hot tub and a balcony off the master suite. The estate’s facilities — spa with heated pools, gym, tennis courts, watersports and an on-site restaurant — extend your living space beyond the plot.
The interior layout is flexible for family life or guest stays: an open-plan living/dining/kitchen floods with light and connects to a study/occasional fifth bedroom and useful utility space. The master suite offers a private balcony and ensuite-style facilities. Practical extras include a “boat house” storage area for outdoor and watersport equipment and off-street parking for two cars.
Buyers should note key running costs: the property is freehold but subject to a service charge of approximately £6,641 (2025), which covers estate amenities and is above average, and council tax is described as expensive. The advertised data lists one bathroom overall; if accurate, that limited bathroom provision for a four-bedroom home is an important consideration and may require alteration for larger households. Mobile signal is average despite fast broadband.
This home will appeal to families or buyers seeking a lifestyle purchase: private lakeside setting, year-round occupancy and extensive on-site leisure facilities deliver an aspirational yet practical package. If you want strong communal amenities and a tranquil, wildlife-rich outlook, this property offers a rare lakeside retreat — with attention needed for communal fees and bathroom arrangements.
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