Icelandic Turf House | Cabin in Cumbria | Canopy & Stars
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A stunning Viking-inspired retreat in the Northern Yorkshire Dales, grill smoky feasts, explore the fells on your doorstep and revel under a blanket of stars
Scandi-design is often lauded for its functionality and style, but where did that genius originate? In the northern reaches of The Yorkshire Dales National Park, you have your answer. Built taking inspiration from the Viking turf houses in Iceland, this space is also themed throughout its interior – with horn glasses, Viking-style oil lamps, and even a helmet in case of impromptu raids. You’ll find everything you need inside, a bed lined with faux fur, a table for hearty feasts – even a cast iron teapot for the wood burning stove. Take it easy for a few days, enjoying the wooded field around you, and the views over the Howgill Fells, cooking smoke-infused delights on your private BBQ. If you’re in the mood for more conventional fare, then just hop across to your kitchen hut to make use of the two-burner gas hob.
If you’re looking to shirk the hard work of cooking, The Fat Lamb is just a mile away and has a mouth-watering menu of locally sourced food – no pillaging required, just a little share of your plunder (please don’t smash the crockery to celebrate the great meal, or as an attempt to request more). You’re in the midst of a beautiful stretch of wild here, and have access to a lot of fells (a word which comes from the Nordic Fjalls, by the way) on your doorstep – so get out there and explore! When the hard day’s exploration is over, head home to marvel at the unpolluted night sky, and settle into your own personal Valhalla fireside.
The cabin is in the same field as Bower Head Roundhouse but one cannot see the other as it is screened by trees, approx 30 metres apart
Parking is 30 metres away - 1 min walk, trolley can be provided for luggage on request
Tracks are not lit but torches and storm lanterns are provided
Please bring wellies/ walking shoes
Bedding is provided for the double bed, bring your own bedding/ sleeping bags for bunk beds
A bag of logs is included for each night of the stay extra is available the current cost is £7 a bag but this is subject to change
Phones can be charged from the solar system if needed
Good phone signal depending on network
Sleeping arrangements
One double bed
Extra space available
Space
for 2 pets
from £15 per pet per stay Bowls, towels and treats provided
Space
for 2 children
from £10 per child per night Two bunk beds - please bring own bedding/ sleeping bag
Cooking
Private fully equipped kitchen, BBQ, wood-fired stove and two-ring gas hobs
Private cool box with ice blocks that can be swapped if they get warm
Communal outdoor cooking area
Washing
Shower "heated" with a paraffin burner, gets warm but not hot
A traditional old tin bath is available that can be put in front of the fire and filled with water warmed on the stove
Compost loo
Bar of soap provided
All washing facilities are private
Heating, lighting & bedding
Bed linen provided for the double bed but not for the two single bunks - guests must bring own sleeping bags
Wood burner
Solar electric lighting and traditional Viking-style oil lamps for atmospheric lighting
Entertainment
Books
Board games
Bird watching - bring your own binoculars
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Parking & travel
There is designated space available for guests
There is space around the car to manoeuvre a wheelchair
From the car park there is a 1 minute journey along a stone path. This is lit by a paraffin storm lamp, so a head torch is recommended at night
Hosts are happy to assist with luggage
Kirby Stephen Station is has wheelchair access - information here
Hosts run a bus service from Bowber Head which is wheelchair accessible
Site & space access
The tracks around site are stone-topped
There are no steps on site
Fully wheelchair accessible site
The site is small and on two levels with the toilet/ shower higher than the accommodation, there is a gentle gradient between them
Mobility aid
All doorways are 100cm
The mirror is full length so covers both sitting and standing users
Disabled toilet with grab rails
Wet room with a fold-down shower chair and fold down rails. The shower is operated by a pull string next to the seat.
The hand wash basin is within reach from the toilet
There is an alarm bell cord within reach from the toilet
Permanent doorway ramp
Host handmade all the furniture so that it is movable, providing greater flexibility for wheelchair users
Things you should know
The Fat Lamb restaurant is 0.5 miles away and is wheelchair accessible
The Black Swan restaurant is wheelchair accessible
Smardale Gill Wildlife Trust nature reserve is has wheelchair accessible surfaces from car park to central viaduct, then grass. Ramps at the Smardale and Newbiggin end.
From the M6 follow the A685 signed Kirkby Stephen. At Ravenstonedale, turn right into the village then turn right again and drive through the village and out on Town Head road for 2 miles until you get to the Fat Lamb. Turn left on the A683 then at the bottom of the hill left again and Bowber head is 300 metres on the left over a cattle grid.
By public transport
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu the bus stops at the roundhouse.
The nearest train station is Kirkby Stephen, 4 miles away.
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Food & Drink
At Bowber Head
Cooking basics are provided including tea, coffee, chocolate, salt, pepper, biscuits, milk and cooking oil
Local shops
The nearest shop for basics is in Kirkby Stephen, 4.5 miles away
Pubs & restaurants
Fat Lamb Country Inn - Easy walking distance, less than a mile. Good food and friendly owners.
Black Swan Inn, Ravenstonedale - Walking distance two miles. Excellent food and a great atmosphere.
Nateby Inn, Nateby, Kirkby Stephen - Driving distance 4 miles. Great value food and nice owner.
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Activities
At Bower Head
Walks right from the door as Bowber Head is right in between the Lakes and the Dales
Bring your own binoculars and enjoy birdwatching and wild-life spotting
Places to visit
Kirkby Stephen - A traditional market town of historic buildings, cobbled yards, quaint corners and interesting shops, ideally located in the beautiful Upper Eden valley
Sedbergh - Set among the rolling hills of the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park, this town one of England's leading book towns, with a fine collection of new, second hand and collector's bookshops
Kendal - Market town with arts, events, festivals and culture, packed with intriguing history and great shopping streets
Penrith - Historic market town in the heart of the lake district with independent shops, cafes, cinema and restaurants
Barnard Castle - English Heritage castle with stunning views over the Tees Gorge
Mallerstang - host recommend for the many walks and the two castles
Anthony started with the idea to build a small roundhouse cabin due to his love of history and his inspiration by the beautiful simplicity of a round building. Making and designing a functional cabin was a challenge that Anthony could not resist. The idea of turning it into a business came later. The process was so rewarding that Anthony turned his hand to creating a new cabin and the Icelandic turf house joined the Bowber Head Roundhouse. Anthony has lived at Bowber Head on and off for 35 years so it has become part of his soul. In 1998, they started the vintage bus business as a family and Anthony is still a director. They do mostly weddings and private hires but there is regular bus services from Bowber Head to the local market towns, Kendal, Penrith, and Barnard Castle. Anthony's hobbies are classic cars, joinery and woodwork, and foreign travel. His wife is from Thailand so they visit there quite often.
Wildlife & environment
The property is in the Yorkshire Dales National Park and is a Special Site of Scientific Interest (SSSi). The roundhouse is off-grid with solar power for the shower. The sloping field that the roundhouse is in has been a wild area for a lot of years, Anthony has planted many fruit trees and some ash, walnut and a yew tree which has become a friend. There are numerous birds such as woodpeckers, tits, starlings, thrush, owls, and bats as well as red squirrels living around the area.
Scandi-design is often lauded for its functionality and style, but where did that genius originate? In the northern reaches of The Yorkshire Dales National Park, you have your answer. Built taking inspiration from the Viking turf houses in Iceland, this space is also themed throughout its interior – with horn glasses, Viking-style oil lamps, and even a helmet in case of impromptu raids. You’ll find everything you need inside, a bed lined with faux fur, a table for hearty feasts – even a cast iron teapot for the wood burning stove. Take it easy for a few days, enjoying the wooded field around you, and the views over the Howgill Fells, cooking smoke-infused delights on your private BBQ. If you’re in the mood for more conventional fare, then just hop across to your kitchen hut to make use of the two-burner gas hob.
If you’re looking to shirk the hard work of cooking, The Fat Lamb is just a mile away and has a mouth-watering menu of locally sourced food – no pillaging required, just a little share of your plunder (please don’t smash the crockery to celebrate the great meal, or as an attempt to request more). You’re in the midst of a beautiful stretch of wild here, and have access to a lot of fells (a word which comes from the Nordic Fjalls, by the way) on your doorstep – so get out there and explore! When the hard day’s exploration is over, head home to marvel at the unpolluted night sky, and settle into your own personal Valhalla fireside.
There is space around the car to manoeuvre a wheelchair
From the car park there is a 1 minute journey along a stone path. This is lit by a paraffin storm lamp, so a head torch is recommended at night
Hosts are happy to assist with luggage
Kirby Stephen Station is has wheelchair access - information here
Hosts run a bus service from Bowber Head which is wheelchair accessible
Site & space access
The tracks around site are stone-topped
There are no steps on site
Fully wheelchair accessible site
The site is small and on two levels with the toilet/ shower higher than the accommodation, there is a gentle gradient between them
Mobility aid
All doorways are 100cm
The mirror is full length so covers both sitting and standing users
Disabled toilet with grab rails
Wet room with a fold-down shower chair and fold down rails. The shower is operated by a pull string next to the seat.
The hand wash basin is within reach from the toilet
There is an alarm bell cord within reach from the toilet
Permanent doorway ramp
Host handmade all the furniture so that it is movable, providing greater flexibility for wheelchair users
Things you should know
The Fat Lamb restaurant is 0.5 miles away and is wheelchair accessible
The Black Swan restaurant is wheelchair accessible
Smardale Gill Wildlife Trust nature reserve is has wheelchair accessible surfaces from car park to central viaduct, then grass. Ramps at the Smardale and Newbiggin end.
From the M6 follow the A685 signed Kirkby Stephen. At Ravenstonedale, turn right into the village then turn right again and drive through the village and out on Town Head road for 2 miles until you get to the Fat Lamb. Turn left on the A683 then at the bottom of the hill left again and Bowber head is 300 metres on the left over a cattle grid.
By public transport
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu the bus stops at the roundhouse.
The nearest train station is Kirkby Stephen, 4 miles away.
Walks right from the door as Bowber Head is right in between the Lakes and the Dales
Bring your own binoculars and enjoy birdwatching and wild-life spotting
Places to visit
Kirkby Stephen - A traditional market town of historic buildings, cobbled yards, quaint corners and interesting shops, ideally located in the beautiful Upper Eden valley
Sedbergh - Set among the rolling hills of the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park, this town one of England's leading book towns, with a fine collection of new, second hand and collector's bookshops
Kendal - Market town with arts, events, festivals and culture, packed with intriguing history and great shopping streets
Penrith - Historic market town in the heart of the lake district with independent shops, cafes, cinema and restaurants
Barnard Castle - English Heritage castle with stunning views over the Tees Gorge
Mallerstang - host recommend for the many walks and the two castles
Anthony started with the idea to build a small roundhouse cabin due to his love of history and his inspiration by the beautiful simplicity of a round building. Making and designing a functional cabin was a challenge that Anthony could not resist. The idea of turning it into a business came later. The process was so rewarding that Anthony turned his hand to creating a new cabin and the Icelandic turf house joined the Bowber Head Roundhouse. Anthony has lived at Bowber Head on and off for 35 years so it has become part of his soul. In 1998, they started the vintage bus business as a family and Anthony is still a director. They do mostly weddings and private hires but there is regular bus services from Bowber Head to the local market towns, Kendal, Penrith, and Barnard Castle. Anthony's hobbies are classic cars, joinery and woodwork, and foreign travel. His wife is from Thailand so they visit there quite often.
Wildlife & environment
The property is in the Yorkshire Dales National Park and is a Special Site of Scientific Interest (SSSi). The roundhouse is off-grid with solar power for the shower. The sloping field that the roundhouse is in has been a wild area for a lot of years, Anthony has planted many fruit trees and some ash, walnut and a yew tree which has become a friend. There are numerous birds such as woodpeckers, tits, starlings, thrush, owls, and bats as well as red squirrels living around the area.
We had a fantastic couple of nights here at the Turfhouse. We arrived on the Saturday afternoon and had pre arranged with the host to check in early, which was much appreciated. We spent time cooking on the fires, relaxing, listening to music and chatting between us. We visited some local towns on the Sunday afternoon before returning to the Turfhouse for more relaxing! The hosts were very friendly and were available via text. We would highly recommend this stay to anyone who enjoys the outdoors, with a twist! Thank you so much for this stay, we enjoyed it enormously.
14/12/2024
Jessica
Amazing, fun, crazy and definitely memorable. We like something different and this was definitely ticking all our boxes. Didn’t take much to settle in, get the walking legs going for 10 minute walk to the pub, yep you are definitely 10 minutes from a pub. A quick visit for a pint, walk back to a warm cosy turf house, we ate and drank like Vikings, with the house being equipped with everything you need. The wood stove kept us warm and even warmed up mince pies, even pudding wasn’t skipped. Waking up to fresh air and feeling relaxed. Stars in the sky, bright moon and a visual seeing of the international space station and the satellites coming over was a sight we’d never seen. We visited all the small villages, walked for miles in the lanes and fields. Found cheese, and chocolate, rude not to buy any. We had funny hilarious showers, Viking style, definitely a story to tell everyone. Adrian was the perfect host and the surrounding area, full of his own great ventures. Classic coaches, that drive around the Dales and give the old worldly feel. Four amazing nights, with just each other for laughs, card playing and chatting.
17/11/2024
fiona
It was a really cool and unique experience, Anthony was a brilliant host who made us feel welcome and safe. He’s very knowledgeable about the local area too.
07/10/2024
Aaron
We stayed 4 nights in very wet weather, it was definitely an experience. A good one. We loved Anthonys welcome and enthusiasm and attention to Viking detail. Very cosy and warm all be it authentically dark. We were bracketed as OLDIES but coped well and loved it. Assistance with luggage was greatly appreciated also.
23/09/2024
Elaine and Martin
An truly unique and unforgettable experience, we turned our phones off and enjoyed 48 hours of full immersion in nature in Viking style. We would fully recommend to anyone wanting to escape for a few days and to enjoy the simple pleasures of the Viking lifestyle.
17/09/2024
Jesse
We had a fantastic time at the Icelandic Turf House. Anthony was a very warm and welcoming host and his attention to detail was amazing - superb craftmanship! Thank you for sharing this special place with us and for the happy memories.
31/07/2024
Natalie
Greeted with such a lovely warm welcome, the Host Anthony was very enthusiastic & has created the most beautiful turf hut. you can tell a lot of effort and creative talent has gone into the place. It was so so convenient and accommodating everything you need (other than food of course) is there! We felt like royalty being in the presence of such beautiful carvings and structure. surrounded by beautiful trees, views and close to 2 Pubs if you don’t fancy cooking yourself. We happily used the fire stove provided for us - part of the experience!
A much needed escape & definitely will be coming back.
29/07/2024
Emilia
Loved this place,perfect for dogs ours settled in like they been there all their lives!cosy warm private,easy walk to the Fat Lamb pub,and easy meadow walk to the village,shared the turfhouse with baby blackbirds nesting in the wildflower wall,❤️
21/07/2024
Jacqueline
It was absolutely wonderful. Such a unique place and a fantastic experience. So beautiful and Anthony’s skill and craftsmanship is exceptional. Every detail was impressive. We loved spending so much time in the outdoor kitchen and cooking on the log burner. The shower was impressively warm and the turf house was so cosy. Anthony was a lovely host and we even left with a gift, a stone Loki which Anthony had made. We had admired his wooden Loki carving in the turf house and had visited the church in Kirkby Stephen where we had seen the original stone carving. Our Loki now has pride of place in our garden. We can’t wait to return in the winter to experience a different season at the turf house.
19/07/2024
Lavinia
It was incredible, we had such a fantastic weekend. Gorgeous walks stopping for food and drinks in the pubs near by. Saw lovely wildlife and it was so peaceful.
12/07/2024
Kelly
Perfect get away. Turf House was cosy and welcoming. I shared my space with birds, rabbits and a red squirrel. The owner came to check I was settled in on the first evening. The location was perfect for long runs across the fells. I clocked up 50,000 steps on the first full day there.
The kitchen was lovely to sit in during the evening.
The bathroom was fully equipped, but I wasn't brave enough to use the tin bath provided.
02/07/2024
Tink
We had a wonderful stay in the Turf House. Everything was so well thought out, comfortable and clean. It is rustic (and handmade!) but not basic - equivalent to glamping, but with a separate cooking area and bathroom. Everything has been thought of. Anthony is a lovely host and went above and beyond to help with a special request I made. Three pubs in walking distance and great access to local fells. Would highly recommend.
19/05/2024
Georgiana
We were looking for peace and quiet, walks, good food, cold swims, and to get away from it all - and Antony’s turf hut ticked all the boxes … with the added extra of great hospitality, imagination and northern lights! Lovely toasty warm and a proper getaway
29/04/2024
Rene
He had a great time at the Icelandic turf house. The owners were lovely and gave recommendations for walks.
The hut is magical and great place to switch off from the outside world. We booked as a little honeymoon getaway after our wedding and it was the perfect down time.
15/04/2024
Catrina
Wonderful very unique stay - extremely nosy with the log burner despite bad weather outside. Close to some great walks, and beautiful scenery all around. All of the little touches inside made the place feel very authentic - we have previously visited Iceland a number of times and it felt just like the real thing!
12/04/2024
Richard
Lovely stay despite absolutely terrible weather! The Turf House is very cosy, comfortable and rustic. Beautiful features and touches everywhere from the plates and cups, to the knives, to the decor and architecture - wish you could buy some of it!! The owner is lovely and friendly, on hand if you need anything but not at all Intrusive. Lovely place to get away from everything.
09/04/2024
Julie
We already can't wait to go back. Anthony is such a lovely host and always makes us feel welcome. We're so impressed with the thought and care that's gone into the cabin. The area itself is so peaceful and relaxing and the dog absolutely loved it too!
06/04/2024
Faye
Me (F, 51), OH (M, 54), Sirius the GSD (M, 8), stayed for 2 nights in absolutely wild weather at the beginning of April, the forecast was 2°c overnight on the first night, and heavy rain for our only full day. I'll admit, I was expecting to be cold, damp and miserable in a glorified shed, but it wasn't like that. At. All. The turf house is really sturdily made, with thick turf insulation over the exterior, and heated up beautifully almost as soon as the stove fired up. The interior is cleverly furnished so you can do everything you need to and still have room for a German Shepherd! Outside, we found the outside kitchen surprising warm with the stove lit and the sides up, and really enjoyed sitting out in the dark until the rain stopped and the owls came out to play.
We cooked on the outdoor stove, the outdoor gas stove, and the turf house stove, not bad for a two day stay! If we'd been there longer, I would've loved to slow cook a good thick stew in the big pot, on the indoor stove, but that will have to be next time.
04/04/2024
Sarah
Brilliant stay. so peaceful! Birdsong dawn and dusk, and beautiful dark night sky. All of the tiny details were taken care of, ie. plates and cutlery, shower with a view, tin bath, and log burner etc., made it feel authentic. Great host too!
27/03/2024
Shaun
What an absolute hidden gem. This place is so unique & gave us an experience of a lifetime. From arriving to leaving, we enjoyed every minute of it & we can’t thank the host, Anthony, enough. Anthony was so accommodating & really welcoming.
03/11/2023
Nathan
Great welcome -met on arrival by Anthony our helpful, enthusiastic and very friendly host. We loved the whole experience and we’ll be back!!
23/10/2023
Jon
We had a great couple of nights at the Turf House. The accommodation was really well thought out, the location offered a number of local walks and Anthony was an excellent host.
28/09/2023
david richard ashley
It was one of the best experiences we have had. The level of attention paid to the design of the Turf House and our comfort was amazing.
Showers were surprisingly warm, and we were well looked after with firewood and blankets to make for some great, cozy evenings.
The host, Anthony, was such an affable and conscientious host. I hope he keeps building.
19/09/2023
Philip
What an amazing experience. The attention to detail was fantastic, truly making a memorable Viking experience. Everything in the turf house was hand made and any mod cons cleverly disguised. The setting was great with privacy from the other property on site. The host was attentive and went out of his way to make our stay a true delight (even making some Viking axes for our son, who was celebrating his birthday). Superb and highly recommended.
15/08/2023
Helen
Didnt know what to expect but superb and certainly would recommend .
05/08/2023
Robert
We had a fantastic stay, the Icelandic Turf House was so much fun - comfortable, unique and with such attention to detail in every aspect of it.
03/08/2023
Katie
We celebrated our 5th wedding anniversary at the Icelandic turf house. I can not think of a better place to have celebrated the "wood" anniversary!
The attention to detail of creating a turf house with all the modern comforts rendered in wood was phenomenal.
It was very comfortable with two english setters and they loved watching the birds and listening to the pheasants in the woodland. The bathroom doubles up as a bird hide and a woodpecker and I had an equally alarming meeting when I was in the shower!!
If you have the weather for it, my advise to you is to get the sides down on the kitchen as soon as you can. Such wonderful views!
23/06/2023
April
The Icelandic turf house is amazing from the daisies on the roof to the wildlife around in the treetops to the lovely walks and scenery at the door> Anthony has thought of everything and he is very friendly.
He thinks we are the only people to stay in the turfhouse and the roundhouse- and it has become a family favourite as my son, daughter and partnerm brother and wife have all been and had great adventures too!
17/06/2023
Helen
very friendly welcome from the owner nice little touches eg birthday card and choclates for my wifes birthday very clean and well prsented accomodation in beautiful countryside with amazing views and walks
05/06/2023
david
We had an absolutely fantastic time at the Turf House. The owners were incredibly kind and welcoming and the accommodation was great. We loved all the small details that’d gone into the design and it really was everything we hoped it’d be. We’d happily return one day, or recommend the Turf House to anyone. We were very lucky with glorious sunshine during our stay, but can see how it’d also be great in the middle of winter - very cosy, no doubt!
19/05/2023
James
Amazing stay in a great location. The hut was comfortable, had everything we needed and the attention to detail was fantastic.
05/05/2023
Sarah
Exploring the Icelandic Turfhouse for the first time was a real treat. Anthony has handcrafted the whole build himself and he even handmade the crockery. It's a genuine Viking experience and one that makes you slow down and appreciate the small things. Thoroughly enjoyed the adventure and wish I could've stayed longer, thank you to Anthony and Pen for a wonderful stay - not one to be forgotten anytime soon!
24/04/2023
Sarah, Canopy & Stars
What an amazing place to stay! Completely unique accommodation and the attention to detail is fantastic. The hut (and accompanying kitchen and bathroom) is beautiful and all of the practical details have been very well thought out. Everything you need is there, even if the weather is as wet and wild as it was for our stay! The bed was warm and cosy even in the cold, and our 8yo daughter loved sleeping up on the top bunk. The host was lovely and very welcoming. We loved it and wait to go back.
10/04/2023
Hazel
Amazing stay.
Absolutely fantastic place to getaway with your partner.
20/03/2023
Yordanka
A wonderful return to the wild experience with all the trimmings. Switch off, unwind, enjoy the thoughtful welcome touches (treats for my doggie went above and beyond my expectations) and warm reception from the genuinely kind hosts. I wanted to get away from the world and tech and did exactly that. A tin bath under the night sky with a roaring fire was one of many highlights of my stay. Thank you!!
13/03/2023
Clare
beautiful handmade turf house with separate kitchen area and another hut with a shower and compost loo- rustic and bijou, beautiful views
30/12/2022
Katie
We were the first ones to stay. It was amazing, there has clearly been so much thought and detail put into it, from the the horn cups to the carved bed frame. Will definitely be staying again at some point. 11/10
27/12/2022
Jack
A carefully considered and beautiful Viking house that transports you back in time!
21/12/2022
Beth, Canopy & Stars
Reviews
We had a fantastic couple of nights here at the Turfhouse. We arrived on the Saturday afternoon and had pre arranged with the host to check in early, which was much appreciated. We spent time cooking on the fires, relaxing, listening to music and chatting between us. We visited some local towns on the Sunday afternoon before returning to the Turfhouse for more relaxing! The hosts were very friendly and were available via text. We would highly recommend this stay to anyone who enjoys the outdoors, with a twist! Thank you so much for this stay, we enjoyed it enormously.
14/12/2024
Jessica
Amazing, fun, crazy and definitely memorable. We like something different and this was definitely ticking all our boxes. Didn’t take much to settle in, get the walking legs going for 10 minute walk to the pub, yep you are definitely 10 minutes from a pub. A quick visit for a pint, walk back to a warm cosy turf house, we ate and drank like Vikings, with the house being equipped with everything you need. The wood stove kept us warm and even warmed up mince pies, even pudding wasn’t skipped. Waking up to fresh air and feeling relaxed. Stars in the sky, bright moon and a visual seeing of the international space station and the satellites coming over was a sight we’d never seen. We visited all the small villages, walked for miles in the lanes and fields. Found cheese, and chocolate, rude not to buy any. We had funny hilarious showers, Viking style, definitely a story to tell everyone. Adrian was the perfect host and the surrounding area, full of his own great ventures. Classic coaches, that drive around the Dales and give the old worldly feel. Four amazing nights, with just each other for laughs, card playing and chatting.
17/11/2024
fiona
It was a really cool and unique experience, Anthony was a brilliant host who made us feel welcome and safe. He’s very knowledgeable about the local area too.
07/10/2024
Aaron
We stayed 4 nights in very wet weather, it was definitely an experience. A good one. We loved Anthonys welcome and enthusiasm and attention to Viking detail. Very cosy and warm all be it authentically dark. We were bracketed as OLDIES but coped well and loved it. Assistance with luggage was greatly appreciated also.
23/09/2024
Elaine and Martin
An truly unique and unforgettable experience, we turned our phones off and enjoyed 48 hours of full immersion in nature in Viking style. We would fully recommend to anyone wanting to escape for a few days and to enjoy the simple pleasures of the Viking lifestyle.
17/09/2024
Jesse
We had a fantastic time at the Icelandic Turf House. Anthony was a very warm and welcoming host and his attention to detail was amazing - superb craftmanship! Thank you for sharing this special place with us and for the happy memories.
31/07/2024
Natalie
Greeted with such a lovely warm welcome, the Host Anthony was very enthusiastic & has created the most beautiful turf hut. you can tell a lot of effort and creative talent has gone into the place. It was so so convenient and accommodating everything you need (other than food of course) is there! We felt like royalty being in the presence of such beautiful carvings and structure. surrounded by beautiful trees, views and close to 2 Pubs if you don’t fancy cooking yourself. We happily used the fire stove provided for us - part of the experience!
A much needed escape & definitely will be coming back.
29/07/2024
Emilia
Loved this place,perfect for dogs ours settled in like they been there all their lives!cosy warm private,easy walk to the Fat Lamb pub,and easy meadow walk to the village,shared the turfhouse with baby blackbirds nesting in the wildflower wall,❤️
21/07/2024
Jacqueline
It was absolutely wonderful. Such a unique place and a fantastic experience. So beautiful and Anthony’s skill and craftsmanship is exceptional. Every detail was impressive. We loved spending so much time in the outdoor kitchen and cooking on the log burner. The shower was impressively warm and the turf house was so cosy. Anthony was a lovely host and we even left with a gift, a stone Loki which Anthony had made. We had admired his wooden Loki carving in the turf house and had visited the church in Kirkby Stephen where we had seen the original stone carving. Our Loki now has pride of place in our garden. We can’t wait to return in the winter to experience a different season at the turf house.
19/07/2024
Lavinia
It was incredible, we had such a fantastic weekend. Gorgeous walks stopping for food and drinks in the pubs near by. Saw lovely wildlife and it was so peaceful.
12/07/2024
Kelly
Perfect get away. Turf House was cosy and welcoming. I shared my space with birds, rabbits and a red squirrel. The owner came to check I was settled in on the first evening. The location was perfect for long runs across the fells. I clocked up 50,000 steps on the first full day there.
The kitchen was lovely to sit in during the evening.
The bathroom was fully equipped, but I wasn't brave enough to use the tin bath provided.
02/07/2024
Tink
We had a wonderful stay in the Turf House. Everything was so well thought out, comfortable and clean. It is rustic (and handmade!) but not basic - equivalent to glamping, but with a separate cooking area and bathroom. Everything has been thought of. Anthony is a lovely host and went above and beyond to help with a special request I made. Three pubs in walking distance and great access to local fells. Would highly recommend.
19/05/2024
Georgiana
We were looking for peace and quiet, walks, good food, cold swims, and to get away from it all - and Antony’s turf hut ticked all the boxes … with the added extra of great hospitality, imagination and northern lights! Lovely toasty warm and a proper getaway
29/04/2024
Rene
He had a great time at the Icelandic turf house. The owners were lovely and gave recommendations for walks.
The hut is magical and great place to switch off from the outside world. We booked as a little honeymoon getaway after our wedding and it was the perfect down time.
15/04/2024
Catrina
Wonderful very unique stay - extremely nosy with the log burner despite bad weather outside. Close to some great walks, and beautiful scenery all around. All of the little touches inside made the place feel very authentic - we have previously visited Iceland a number of times and it felt just like the real thing!
12/04/2024
Richard
Lovely stay despite absolutely terrible weather! The Turf House is very cosy, comfortable and rustic. Beautiful features and touches everywhere from the plates and cups, to the knives, to the decor and architecture - wish you could buy some of it!! The owner is lovely and friendly, on hand if you need anything but not at all Intrusive. Lovely place to get away from everything.
09/04/2024
Julie
We already can't wait to go back. Anthony is such a lovely host and always makes us feel welcome. We're so impressed with the thought and care that's gone into the cabin. The area itself is so peaceful and relaxing and the dog absolutely loved it too!
06/04/2024
Faye
Me (F, 51), OH (M, 54), Sirius the GSD (M, 8), stayed for 2 nights in absolutely wild weather at the beginning of April, the forecast was 2°c overnight on the first night, and heavy rain for our only full day. I'll admit, I was expecting to be cold, damp and miserable in a glorified shed, but it wasn't like that. At. All. The turf house is really sturdily made, with thick turf insulation over the exterior, and heated up beautifully almost as soon as the stove fired up. The interior is cleverly furnished so you can do everything you need to and still have room for a German Shepherd! Outside, we found the outside kitchen surprising warm with the stove lit and the sides up, and really enjoyed sitting out in the dark until the rain stopped and the owls came out to play.
We cooked on the outdoor stove, the outdoor gas stove, and the turf house stove, not bad for a two day stay! If we'd been there longer, I would've loved to slow cook a good thick stew in the big pot, on the indoor stove, but that will have to be next time.
04/04/2024
Sarah
Brilliant stay. so peaceful! Birdsong dawn and dusk, and beautiful dark night sky. All of the tiny details were taken care of, ie. plates and cutlery, shower with a view, tin bath, and log burner etc., made it feel authentic. Great host too!
27/03/2024
Shaun
What an absolute hidden gem. This place is so unique & gave us an experience of a lifetime. From arriving to leaving, we enjoyed every minute of it & we can’t thank the host, Anthony, enough. Anthony was so accommodating & really welcoming.
03/11/2023
Nathan
Great welcome -met on arrival by Anthony our helpful, enthusiastic and very friendly host. We loved the whole experience and we’ll be back!!
23/10/2023
Jon
We had a great couple of nights at the Turf House. The accommodation was really well thought out, the location offered a number of local walks and Anthony was an excellent host.
28/09/2023
david richard ashley
It was one of the best experiences we have had. The level of attention paid to the design of the Turf House and our comfort was amazing.
Showers were surprisingly warm, and we were well looked after with firewood and blankets to make for some great, cozy evenings.
The host, Anthony, was such an affable and conscientious host. I hope he keeps building.
19/09/2023
Philip
What an amazing experience. The attention to detail was fantastic, truly making a memorable Viking experience. Everything in the turf house was hand made and any mod cons cleverly disguised. The setting was great with privacy from the other property on site. The host was attentive and went out of his way to make our stay a true delight (even making some Viking axes for our son, who was celebrating his birthday). Superb and highly recommended.
15/08/2023
Helen
Didnt know what to expect but superb and certainly would recommend .
05/08/2023
Robert
We had a fantastic stay, the Icelandic Turf House was so much fun - comfortable, unique and with such attention to detail in every aspect of it.
03/08/2023
Katie
We celebrated our 5th wedding anniversary at the Icelandic turf house. I can not think of a better place to have celebrated the "wood" anniversary!
The attention to detail of creating a turf house with all the modern comforts rendered in wood was phenomenal.
It was very comfortable with two english setters and they loved watching the birds and listening to the pheasants in the woodland. The bathroom doubles up as a bird hide and a woodpecker and I had an equally alarming meeting when I was in the shower!!
If you have the weather for it, my advise to you is to get the sides down on the kitchen as soon as you can. Such wonderful views!
23/06/2023
April
The Icelandic turf house is amazing from the daisies on the roof to the wildlife around in the treetops to the lovely walks and scenery at the door> Anthony has thought of everything and he is very friendly.
He thinks we are the only people to stay in the turfhouse and the roundhouse- and it has become a family favourite as my son, daughter and partnerm brother and wife have all been and had great adventures too!
17/06/2023
Helen
very friendly welcome from the owner nice little touches eg birthday card and choclates for my wifes birthday very clean and well prsented accomodation in beautiful countryside with amazing views and walks
05/06/2023
david
We had an absolutely fantastic time at the Turf House. The owners were incredibly kind and welcoming and the accommodation was great. We loved all the small details that’d gone into the design and it really was everything we hoped it’d be. We’d happily return one day, or recommend the Turf House to anyone. We were very lucky with glorious sunshine during our stay, but can see how it’d also be great in the middle of winter - very cosy, no doubt!
19/05/2023
James
Amazing stay in a great location. The hut was comfortable, had everything we needed and the attention to detail was fantastic.
05/05/2023
Sarah
Exploring the Icelandic Turfhouse for the first time was a real treat. Anthony has handcrafted the whole build himself and he even handmade the crockery. It's a genuine Viking experience and one that makes you slow down and appreciate the small things. Thoroughly enjoyed the adventure and wish I could've stayed longer, thank you to Anthony and Pen for a wonderful stay - not one to be forgotten anytime soon!
24/04/2023
Sarah, Canopy & Stars
What an amazing place to stay! Completely unique accommodation and the attention to detail is fantastic. The hut (and accompanying kitchen and bathroom) is beautiful and all of the practical details have been very well thought out. Everything you need is there, even if the weather is as wet and wild as it was for our stay! The bed was warm and cosy even in the cold, and our 8yo daughter loved sleeping up on the top bunk. The host was lovely and very welcoming. We loved it and wait to go back.
10/04/2023
Hazel
Amazing stay.
Absolutely fantastic place to getaway with your partner.
20/03/2023
Yordanka
A wonderful return to the wild experience with all the trimmings. Switch off, unwind, enjoy the thoughtful welcome touches (treats for my doggie went above and beyond my expectations) and warm reception from the genuinely kind hosts. I wanted to get away from the world and tech and did exactly that. A tin bath under the night sky with a roaring fire was one of many highlights of my stay. Thank you!!
13/03/2023
Clare
beautiful handmade turf house with separate kitchen area and another hut with a shower and compost loo- rustic and bijou, beautiful views
30/12/2022
Katie
We were the first ones to stay. It was amazing, there has clearly been so much thought and detail put into it, from the the horn cups to the carved bed frame. Will definitely be staying again at some point. 11/10
27/12/2022
Jack
A carefully considered and beautiful Viking house that transports you back in time!
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Agency Terms & Conditions
Except where otherwise specified, we Sawday’s Canopy & Stars Ltd (Company No 09088366) of Merchants House, Wapping Road, Bristol, BS1 4RW act only as an Agent in respect of all bookings we take and/or make on your behalf. As an Agent we act as an intermediary between you and the owner (‘’Owner’’) of the holiday accommodation (‘’Property’’) you will be staying in. We help to arrange reservations and bookings between you and the Owner and take payments from you on behalf of the Owner.
We are only arranging a contract between you and the Owner for hire of the Property and for any other services or arrangement you purchase from the Owner (the “Booking”). This means the legal contract for the Booking is between you and the Owner despite the fact that a payment for the Booking has been made to the Agent. Your contract for the Booking is not with Sawday’s Canopy & Stars Ltd (Canopy & Stars).
Canopy & Stars is part of the Sawday’s family of companies, a majority employee owned business, 24% owned by a charitable trust and a B Corp. We accept no liability in relation to any contract you enter into in relation to Bookings or for the acts or omissions of any supplier(s) or other person(s) or party(ies) connected with any Booking.
When making your Booking we will arrange for you to enter into a contract with the Owner, as detailed in clause 1.2 below. Your Booking is subject to these Agency Terms & Conditions and any other specific booking conditions of the relevant Owner(s) you contract with. The Owner’s booking conditions may limit and/or exclude the Owner’s liability to you.
You may decide to make more than one Booking at the same time. The price charged in total for more than one Booking will always equal the prices charged separately for each individual Booking. All Bookings are available to be purchased separately at the same price as they are when more than one Booking is made. This means that any multiple Bookings do not constitute a package as defined in the Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992.
By making a booking, you agree that:
- You have read these Agency Terms & Conditions and agree to be bound by them;
- The lead name on the Booking will be the person responsible for the Booking and shall be responsible for paying the deposit and the full price, for making any amendment and cancellation requests and for the payment of any additional charges. The lead name accepts these Terms & Conditions on behalf of all persons in the Booking;
- You consent to our use of your information in accordance with our Privacy Policy;
- You are over 18 years of age and where there may be age restrictions in place, you declare that you and all members of your party are of the appropriate age
The Canopy & Stars online booking system enables Guests to make Bookings 24 hours a day. To confirm your booking, you must pay a 25% deposit (or full payment if booking within 10 weeks of your check in date) and the entire Booking will be subject to the cancellation policy as outlined in clause 2 below. The Canopy & Stars telephone booking line is open Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm and Saturdays 10am to 2pm. When using the online enquiry form, for those Properties without online booking, please allow 24 working hours for us to contact you by telephone to confirm the Booking. If we are unable to reach you by phone, we will attempt to contact you by email. We will contact you during Canopy & Stars working hours (Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm and Saturday 10am to 2pm). Online or email enquiries will be dealt with in the order they are received, but please be aware that we cannot guarantee reservation of your selected dates until the receipt of suitable payment. Therefore, if possible, we do recommend that you book on the Canopy & Stars website using the online booking system.
1. Booking and payments
1.1 In order to confirm your chosen Booking, you must pay a 25% non-refundable deposit as required (or full payment if booking within 10 weeks of the date of your check-in). The deposit is non-refundable as it covers costs incurred and services provided to enable your Booking. These include, but are not limited to, marketing and PR, property inspection fees, Owner management, booking management, credit card fees and customer service.
1.2 Your Booking is confirmed and a contract between you and the Owner will exist when we receive payment of the deposit and send you a booking confirmation on the Owner’s behalf. This Booking confirmation email will be sent within 24 hours and will contain the details of your Booking and of payments made and due. If you have not received your Booking confirmation email within the specified time, please notify us as soon as possible by email (bookings@canopyandstars.co.uk). Please check your confirmation carefully and report any incorrect or incomplete information to us immediately. As we act only as booking Agent, we have no responsibility for any errors in any documentation except where an error is made by us.
1.3 Once the 25% deposit has been paid, the full balance payment will be due 10 weeks in advance of your check in. A reminder to pay your balance will be sent to you one week prior to this 10 week date, where applicable, by email. We automatically take the balance payment using the same card as used to make the deposit payment. It is your responsibility to advise us if we should use a different card and to contact us by telephone (0117 204 7830) to arrange for alternative payment method. If the automated balance payment does not successfully go through as there is a problem with your card, such as it is expiring, then we will contact you to try and take alternative payment. If you do not make any payment due to Canopy & Stars by the due date for payment and at the latest within 5 days of this date, then with regret, we will notify the Owner who will cancel your Booking and terminate their contract with you. In these circumstances, your rights to a refund are set out in clause 2.3 and 2.4 below. Please note that if you have paid in a currency that is different to the original pricing, we will not be able to guarantee the same conversion rate that was used to convert the deposit payment.
1.4 Except where otherwise advised or stated in the booking conditions of the Owner concerned, all monies you pay to us for a Booking will be held on behalf of the Owner(s) concerned.
1.5 Credit Card payments are processed via Elavon who provide merchants services facilities to Sawday’s Canopy & Stars Ltd.
2. Cancellation by You
2.1 If you have to, or want to cancel or amend your Booking, this request must be sent to us by email (bookings@canopyandstars.co.uk) and will be considered and responded to within two working days of receipt. Please ensure that you have received written confirmation of any changes to your Booking prior to travel. Whilst we will always try to help, we cannot guarantee that such requests will be met.
2.2 Cancellation by you at any time will result in your 25% deposit being forfeited. The deposit is always non-refundable as it covers costs incurred and services provided to enable your Booking.
2.3 All bookings are non-amendable and non-refundable within 10 weeks of your check in date. If you need to cancel your booking within 10 weeks, the total cost of the accommodation including the deposit will be forfeited. Cancellation should always be in writing to bookings@canopyandstars.co.uk.
2.4 If you need to cancel your booking at a date 10 weeks or more in advance of your check in date, the 25% deposit will be forfeited. If the booking has been paid in full the balance will be returned to you, minus the 25% deposit. Refunds will be issued in the same form and ratio as the original payment was made. Therefore, if a Gift Voucher was used to book your stay, the refund will be back onto a new Gift Voucher at the same amount as originally used. Alternatively, if you paid in cash, your refund will be processed in the currency of the booking. Where this is different to the currency of the payment card, this will be converted at the current exchange rate on the day of the refund.
2.5 Cancellations made by you, at any time, may incur a £50 administration fee in addition to us retaining the non-refundable deposit. This represents the administration costs incurred by us on behalf of the Owner to deal with such requests.
2.6 If extreme weather prevents you from reaching your holiday, taking, or finishing your holiday, you are still subject to these cancellation terms as outlined in clause 2.3 above. We strongly recommend that you take out a travel insurance policy which covers this eventuality. In the event of the property becoming unavailable (such as due to fire or flooding), Canopy & Stars will endeavour to provide the Guest with suitable alternative accommodation, starting with any other accommodation that may be available with the same Owner of your Booking, or will refund all monies paid, or a proportion in the case of curtailment. The Agency cannot, however, pay any compensation or expenses as a consequence of such an event.
2.7 Cancellation insurance is available to purchase from many providers, but will be a third-party arrangement and not involve Canopy & Stars or the Owner in any way. You are strongly recommended to take out personal travel insurance for all members of your party for UK holidays and you must take out personal travel insurance for international holidays, including for illness and cancellation due to Covid-19. It is your responsibility to ensure that the insurance cover is adequate for your needs, including cancellation and curtailment.
2.8 If you fail to check-in on your date of arrival your Booking will be cancelled and no refund will be due.
3. Amendments to your booking, requested by you
3.1 Amendments to your Booking can only be made more than 10 weeks prior to the check in date, after which time amendments may be treated as cancellation and our refund policy as detailed in clause 2.3 above may apply. All amendments are subject to availability and may incur a £50 admin fee detailed in clause 2.5 above.
3.2 If we can fulfil your request to amend your booking, any differences in price as a result of the amendment, will be paid by you in the case of an increase and refunded to you in the case of a decrease in price, e.g. amending your booking from low season to high season.
3.3 In the event that a date swap is offered, this will normally be agreed with a set timeframe to rebook and sometimes a credit against a future stay will be offered. The credit can only apply to a stay at the same space as originally booked.
3.3.1 If a date swap is offered, then the Agency Booking Terms and Conditions applied at the time of your original booking will still apply. Therefore, if your date was swapped within 10 weeks of the original check in date, the 10 week cancellation policy set out in clause 2.3 applies to your new stay, even if the new check in date is beyond 10 weeks.
4. Refunds
If a refund is issued it will be in the same form and ratio as the original payment was made. Therefore, if a Gift Voucher was used to purchase the original stay, the refund will be back onto a new Gift Voucher at the same amount as originally used.
5. Insurance
You are strongly recommended to take out personal travel insurance for all members of your party for your holiday, including holidays in the UK. It is your responsibility to ensure that the insurance cover is adequate for your needs, including cancellation and curtailment for any reason. Please read your policy details carefully and take them with you on holiday.
6. Changes and Cancellations by the Owner
We will inform you as soon as reasonably possible if the Owner needs to make a significant change to your confirmed Booking or to cancel your Booking. We will also liaise between you and the Owner to try and organise an alternative Booking offered by the Owner, or a refund but we will have no further liability to you.
7. Cancellations due to events outside of Owner’s control
An Owner may have to cancel a booking due to events outside of their reasonable control (see clause 22). In such circumstances, we will liaise between you and the Owner to try and organise an any alternative Booking offered by the Owner, or a refund but we will have no further liability to you.
8. Complaints & Procedure
We always aim to provide the best possible holiday experience, however, if you have any complaint or problems during your stay, please immediately notify the Owner during the stay itself, so that the Owner has the opportunity to resolve the problem at the time. If you do not follow this procedure, there will be less opportunity for the Owner to investigate and resolve your complaint and to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. Delays may also mean that the amount of compensation you may be entitled to, may be reduced or negated.
Whether or not your complaint is dealt with satisfactorily, please also let us know of the problem as soon as possible by emailing info@canopyandstars.co.uk. We will aim to respond within 1 working day to acknowledge your email. We will then review your feedback and investigate the complaint. This may involve discussing your concerns with the owner, revising the website listing for inaccuracies, and reviewing previous guest feedback and internal inspection notes. This process can take time to complete, so please allow approx. 7 working days for a final response.
We also welcome you to fill in our feedback survey which will be sent to you via email the day after you check out. It is important for us to gather as much information as possible about the experiences our guests are having. This is what helps us support our Owner in fulfilling their potential and identifying if anything could be improved.
9. Our Responsibility for your Booking
Your contract is with the Owner and its booking conditions apply. As Agent, we accept no responsibility for the actual provision of the Booking. Our responsibilities are limited to making the Booking in accordance with your instructions and acting properly in accordance with our legal duties as an Agent. We accept no responsibility for any information about the Booking that we pass on to you in good faith. However, in the event that we are found liable to you on any basis whatsoever, our maximum liability to you is limited to twice the cost of your Booking (or the appropriate proportion of this if not everyone on the Booking is affected). We do not exclude or limit any liability for death or personal injury that arises as a result of our negligence or that of any of our employees whilst acting in the course of their employment.
10. Your Responsibilities
10.1 Please note that you have a contract with the Owner of the property. As such you are under a responsibility to behave in a proper, appropriate and legal manner whilst staying at the property with due respect to the Owner, the Property and other guests and their Property.
10.2 You are responsible for informing the Owner of any losses or damage to the property as soon as possible. Please note that you will be liable to pay the Owner for any losses or damage to the property caused by you or a member of your party (except reasonable wear and tear). Some Owners may also require a damage deposit. If so, this information will be provided on the website place page under ‘essentials’.
10.3 You must also leave the property by the check-out time specified on your Booking. If any guest behaves inappropriately or improperly (of which the Owner will be the final judge on their Property), or illegally, the Owner reserves the right to ask the guest and their party (at their discretion) to leave the Property before the end of the holiday period and/or refuse any future bookings from you. Please note that this would be without the right to any refund.
11. Pets
11.1 Not all properties accept pets. If you wish to take your pet on holiday, please advise us before booking and we can check whether pets are accepted at the property. You must obtain the prior consent of the Owner before taking any pets to the property. If you take a pet to a place that doesn’t allow pets, or you exceed the number of pets allowed at a place, the Owner has the right to refuse you to stay at the Property, and/or they may ask you to leave the Property before the end of the holiday period. Please note that this would be without the right to any refund.
11.2 A nightly charge may be made by the Owner for each pet and additional terms may apply, you will be notified of this at point of Booking. Please check these terms carefully before booking and arriving.
11.3 Please do not leave your pets alone or unsupervised in the property at any time during your stay. For the safety and comfort of your pet we request that Owners exercise due diligence at all times, especially where the property is located near a road/livestock. Canopy & Stars nor the Owner can accept responsibility for the safety of your pet.
11.4 If any guest has an allergy to pets, please be aware that Owners (and we) cannot guarantee that a pet has not stayed in a particular Property. We and Owners cannot accept responsibility for any suffering which may occur as a result of such animals having been present in a property.
11.5 We ask that all owners of pets keep their pet under control at all times and to be responsible for ensuring that they do not damage the Property, livestock or vegetation during the stay. You will be liable for any damage caused by your pet. Any damage is to be reported to the Owner immediately. Any additional cleaning required, that may incur an additional charge, will be at the Owner's discretion.
12. Special requests
If you have any special requests (for example dietary requirements, allergy, cots or room location), please let us know at the time of booking. We will pass on all such requests to the Owner, but unfortunately, we can't guarantee that they will be met and we will have no liability to you if they are not.
13. Maximum Numbers
Please note that except by prior arrangement confirmed in writing, only the number of persons specified on a booking confirmation may occupy a property. Most owners reserve the right to refuse admittance or revoke a Booking if this condition is not observed and you are unlikely to receive any refund.
13.1 The Owner reserves the right to sue the guest for any loss, damage or injury caused to the Owner, the Property or to other guests and/or their property. As Agent, we will have no liability to you in these circumstances.
13.2 The Owner only supplies the Property for domestic and private use. You agree not to use the Property for any commercial, business or re-sale purpose, and the Owner has no liability to you for any loss of profit, loss of business, business interruption, or loss of business opportunity. If you do wish to use the Property for a commercial purpose, you must contact Canopy & Stars prior to confirming your booking.
14. Group Bookings
Not all Owners accept Bookings for a single sex group (for example, a stag or hen party). Guests wanting to make such a Booking should check with us beforehand to enable us to check whether the Owner is prepared to accept the Booking. We will then advise you accordingly. In event that an Owner does not accept this type of Booking then it is with regret, that the Booking may be cancelled, and cancellation fees may apply. It is the Guest’s responsibility to enquire with Canopy & Stars and/or check on our website beforehand to make sure that this type of Booking is permitted.
15. Pricing
15.1 Canopy & Stars reserve the right to amend advertised prices at any time on behalf of the Owner. We also reserve the right to correct errors in both advertised and confirmed prices. Special note: changes and errors sometimes occur.
15.2 Rates are set per place in the currency specified by the Owner. Where this has been converted into the currency of your preference, until the payment stage this will be an estimation only, based on a recent exchange rate. The original rate will be displayed before you confirm your payment and you will be given the option of paying in your own currency at our guaranteed rate, or paying in your own currency and leaving the conversion and any associated fees to your card provider.
16. Information & Accuracy
The information and prices shown on this website are varied from time to time and may change between the time you first view a property and make a Booking. You should check that all the details are as you expect prior to making a Booking. It is always possible that, despite our best efforts, some of the properties (including the features and extras available) may be incorrectly described and/or priced. If we discover this is the case after you have made a Booking, we reserve the right to contact you with details of the correct information and/or pricing and will give you the option to:
(1) proceed with the Booking based on the correct information and/or pricing, which may require the payment of an additional amount by you
OR
(2) subject to availability, change your booking dates to dates when the pricing can be honoured and so no additional charge to you. In the event that a lower price can be offered for alternative dates then the difference would be refunded
OR
(3) cancel the Booking. If we do not receive your instructions within 5 days of contacting you, we reserve the right to cancel your Booking without liability to you.
17. VAT
Many of the Owners of properties in the Canopy & Stars portfolio are not registered for VAT in which case no tax is payable. Where VAT is payable, the tax is included in the advertised holiday rental price. If the rate of VAT changes between the date of the Booking and the date of the stay, Canopy & Stars may adjust the rate of VAT that you pay, unless you have already paid for the Booking in full before the change in the rate of VAT takes effect.
18. Visa, passport and health requirements
Unless you tell us otherwise, we assume that all members of your party are British citizens who hold or will hold full British passports valid for the entire duration of the international Booking. Information on visa, passport and health requirements, where given and applicable, is so given on this basis. Requirements may change and you are therefore strongly recommended to check the up to date position with the Owner of the Booking, Passport Office, appropriate embassy or consulate or your doctor as applicable in good time before the commencement of your holiday. Prior to international travel it is your responsibility to check whether it is safe to travel by visiting the FCO website www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice.
19. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These terms and conditions have been drafted in accordance with and are governed by English law and the courts of England and Wales have exclusive jurisdiction in relation to any and all disputes arising out of these Agency Terms & Conditions.
20. Discrepancies
In case of a discrepancy between these Agency Terms & Conditions and any other Canopy & Stars literature, these Agency Terms & Conditions shall prevail.
21. Validity clause
In the event that a court finds that a condition in these Agency Terms & Conditions is illegal or void, the illegal or void provision will be severed from the remainder of the Agency Terms & Conditions, which will continue to be valid and have full force and effect.
22. Events beyond an Owner or Agency’s control
If an Owner or Canopy & Stars is prevented or delayed from complying with any of their respective obligations under these Agency Terms & Conditions or a contract for a Booking due to events or circumstances beyond their reasonable control, the inability or delay in performing those obligations will not be treated as a breach of these Agency Terms & Conditions or a contract for a Booking. Examples of such events or circumstances include fire, flood and other acts of God, strikes, trade disputes, lock outs, restrictions of imports or exports, riot, accident, disruption to energy supplies, civil commotion, acts of terrorism or war, pandemic (including Covid-19), any national/local/regional government restrictions.
Thank you for wading through all the very boring, but very important stuff above.
Now the outdoors is calling, so go and get wild in nature!
We had a fantastic couple of nights here at the Turfhouse. We arrived on the Saturday afternoon and had pre arranged with the host to check in early, which was much appreciated. We spent time cooking on the fires, relaxing, listening to music and chatting between us. We visited some local towns on the Sunday afternoon before returning to the Turfhouse for more relaxing! The hosts were very friendly and were available via text. We would highly recommend this stay to anyone who enjoys the outdoors, with a twist! Thank you so much for this stay, we enjoyed it enormously.
14/12/2024