Cotswold Retreats

22/10/2026

The scariest thing about half-term? Seven days of “what are we doing today?” 🎃

We’ve rounded up four Halloween plans near our Cotswold lakes stays and Oakdene Forest Park, from spooky crafts to fireworks and a forest after dark.

Swipe through, save your favourites and consider the entertainment planning started.

Now for somewhere lovely to come back to…

Message us “HALF TERM” with your dates and how many people are coming. We’ll send you suitable breaks and total stay prices.

Activities may cost extra. Check locally for booking details.

22/10/2026

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21/10/2026

Our ONLY hot tub break left untill the weekend… and it could have your name on it 👀

Two nights away. A change of scenery. And a private hot tub that makes staying in feel like a plan.

Half-term for them. Hot tub for you.

📍 Burford · Hoburne Cotswolds
📅 26–28 October · 2 nights

DM us “BURFORD” for the total stay price and booking details.

19/10/2026

Still time to spend Halloween by the lakes… 🎃

A crisp autumn walk, a pub lunch and somewhere lovely to come back to. If that sounds like your kind of Halloween weekend, we’ve got two stays to tempt you.

Elouera · Isis Lake Sleeps six across three bedrooms, with three bathrooms.

Somerford Lake House · Windrush Lake A New England-style lakeside house sleeping six, with three bedrooms and three bathrooms.

Both are available Friday 30 October to Monday 2 November for a three-night escape.

Who’s coming with you? Send this to your getaway group and get a date in the diary!

Book direct through the link in our bio, or message us for the property links.

19/10/2026

Last-minute plans just got better… a little Oakdene escape, anyone? 👀

A last-minute escape to Squirrels Hideaway at Oakdene Forest Park, on the edge of the New Forest.

Spend the day exploring the woods or splashing in the indoor pool, then settle in for a cosy evening together!

📅 Thursday 22–Saturday 24 October
🏡 Sleeps up to six
💚 Park passes, cleaning, bed linen and towels included

Under £280 for the two-night stay when booked direct!

Send this to whoever needs a couple of nights away with you, then book through the link in our bio or message us for the direct link.

17/10/2026

Be honest...

You book a relaxing weekend away in the Cotswolds.

Are you:

☕ Up at 7am exploring every village within 20 miles?

🛁 In the hot tub by lunchtime with absolutely no intention of moving?

😂 We're not judging. We know which one we'd choose.

16/10/2026

7,000 of you on Instagram! 💚
A big thank you from Tracey, Lee & Bear.

Not following us over there yet? Come join us for holiday inspiration, lovely places to stay and the occasional Bear appearance!

Find us on Instagram

We’re a family-run business, so every follow, lovely comment and recommendation means a lot. Whether you’ve stayed with us, shared us with a friend or you’re still choosing your perfect escape, thank you for being here.

There’s plenty more to show you, from our favourite lakeside stays to our new adventures near the New Forest.

Help us reach the next milestone: share our page with someone who loves a UK getaway and remind them to follow

Thank you for helping more people find us. 💚

15/10/2026

Half term away for less than £500? 👀

Pack up for a break at Pine Tree Cabin, Oakdene Forest Park, on the edge of the New Forest.

Spend your days exploring the woods, making a splash in the pool or heading to the coast. Then come back to your own space to put your feet up.

23–26 October · 3 nights Less than £500 when booked direct!!

ORRRR book Monday to Friday (26th - 30th) for £646 🤓

Your park passes, cleaning and bed linen are all included, so there’s no extra bill for those essentials.

Fancy getting away while the kids are off? Check the dates and book through the link in our bio, or message us for the direct link.

14/10/2026