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Holly Water Cabin

Devon, United Kingdom
Marsh Farm

Our low price promise from £170 £170 p/n

Cabin
Sleeps 2
One king-size bed

Not suitable for children

Not suitable for pets

A blissfully quiet and beautifully designed cabin with a copper bath out on the deck

Overview
Essentials
Location
Food & Drink
Experiences
Your Hosts

Overview

Don’t let the smooth wood and simple aesthetic of this cabin fool you, whilst it looks like the front cover of a Scandinavian lifestyle magazine – it’s beautifully balanced between style and substance. It’s a place to breeze through, sliding back the windows to blend the indoors and outdoors into a single space, stretching out on the sofa and taking in the views, or padding out to the bath and steaming away in the fresh air.

Indoors is as stunning as outdoors here, and the blend between the two is transfixing. The large picture windows spill light on the clean lines, leather, stone and light wood, and frames a space you’ll luxuriate in living in. The kitchen’s outfitted with a Smeg oven and two induction hobs, for when you inevitably have fresh seafood from the nearby coast – there’s even the grill on the firepit if you’re feeling like smoky delights. If you come back from the sea a little salty, freshen up in the shower in the modern bathroom, and then lie back in front of a crackling wood burner, and watch as deer hop the distant hedgerows.

There’s no wifi here, though some signal if you’re desperate – which you won’t be. Holly Water’s the place you’ve been looking for to disappear to for awhile, and reappear, a whole new you.

The important stuff

Check in: 4 pm
Check out: 11 am
Please be aware that Marsh Farm is a working 60-acre farm and you'll typically see sheep in the surrounding fields. Guests are very welcome to walk in the fields, at your own risk, but please always close gates.
Please bring wellies and a torch if you're arriving in the dark.
Limited mobile phone signal.
No WiFi.
Firewood is supplied free of charge for the wood-burner, outside fire bowl and the cooking area by the stream.
This space is accessible by public transport.
Bike storage is available outside the cabin. Please bring your own locks.
Your hosts offer collections/drop-offs from Crediton train station for those using public transport.

Sleeping arrangements

One king-size bed

Cooking

Oven
Two induction hobs
Fridge
Fully equipped kitchen

Washing

Inside shower and en-suite
Outside bath
Flushing toilet
Bathroom toiletries provided

Heating, lighting & bedding

Bed linen and towels provided
Wood-burner
An electric radiator can be provided if required
Electric lighting
Plug sockets and mobile phone charging points available

Entertainment

Cards, games and books are all available in the cabin
Radio & speaker

Marsh Farm, Cheriton Fitzpaine, Crediton, Devon, EX17 4BD

///redeeming.panther.mandates

By public transport

The nearest train station is Crediton (15 minute drive).

Taxi's from the station can be pre booked or hosts can arrange a pick up on a request basis.

By car

Satnav usually works and will get you very close, but be warned it can sometimes take you down some very narrow, steep lanes. They are all totally passable by car - the owners do it everyday - but if you prefer a less adventurous route then please follow the directions below. If you choose to use Satnav - our postcode is EX17 4BD. This typically takes you to a junction with a signpost and red letterbox. From there (with the red letter box on your right) follow the road round to the left signposted ‘Poughill’ and Marsh Farm is on the left after aprox 300 metres and over a small bridge.
When you get to Marsh Farm turn down between the two barns to a set of double gates. Open the gates (and close them) and follow the 250 metre track to another gate in the opposite corner. Go through this gate and Holly Water Cabin is right there.

From the M5 - even if coming on the A303, the owners recommend you cut across on the A358 from Illminster to join the M5 at junction 25 and then follow the directions below.

Come off at Junction 27 (M5) and turn right onto A361 towards Barnstaple and Tiverton. Come off at junction sign-posted to Tiverton and Bickleigh. Follow all signs to Bickleigh (on A396). In Bickleigh take right before bridge onto A3072 sign-posted to Crediton. Stay on this road, mostly up hill. After a few miles you’ll pass a Blue Cross Centre on the right and then a sign on the left to Fursdon House. Go through Cadbury and then take the first right signposted to Cheriton Fitzpaine. Follow this road until you arrive in Cheriton Fitzpaine. Turn right in middle of village opposite the Half Moon pub (small turning on staggered crossroads). After 100yds, take first left signposted to Poughill. After a couple of miles you will come to a very tight left hand bend with a letterbox on the right. Continue round the bend, down the hill and over a small bridge. Marsh Farm is the first set of buildings on your left.

Guests can park right beside the cabin.

At Holly Water Cabin

Your hosts will provide you with a welcome basket of tea, coffee, milk, sugar and breakfast bits provided for the first couple of mornings.

Local shops

A community shop (20 minute walk) for basic provisions in Cheriton Fitzpaine - Please always double-check opening times first.

Thornes Farm Shop and Cafe (50 minute walk or 7 minute drive).

Major supermarkets can be found in Crediton (10 minute drive) and include Tesco and Morrisons.

Places to eat

The Ring of Bells (35 minute walk) - A wonderful local pub run by Binka (brilliant landlady). A bustling pub and restaurant with a warm and friendly atmosphere. It has a well-stocked bar with local beers and cider, an excellent wine list and a menu that changes regularly. You feel equally comfortable sitting at the bar with a pint and the papers as sitting down to a refined three course meal in the restaurant.

Why not pop to the pub and grab your Ringer’s Ramble Pack complete with a map showing the best local walking routes, local beer, a handmade sausage roll, frazzles, an apple, and a hunk of regional cheese. Then away you go for a lovely Devon stomp!

Cadeleigh Arms (11 minute drive) - An award winning pub set in the small but charming village of Cadeleigh in the heart of Mid Devon. With an excellent restaurant plus a pool table and skittles room. All the food is locally sourced, lovingly prepared and cooked to showcase what the South West has to offer. With its rustic exterior and amazing views of the rolling hills, the only sound you’ll hear is cows mooing in the field next door.

The Beer Engine (15 minute drive) - Devon’s oldest working brew pub is housed in a 19th Century coaching inn in the picturesque village of Newton St Cyres. Famous for its beer brewed minute walion site and local ciders, with a split level beer garden to enjoy the sun. Bar snacks on offer and a separate restaurant offering a quieter eating experience.

At Holly Water Cabin

You’ll find the day passes very easily at at Holly Water Cabin with long soaks in the outdoor bath, cooking on the open campfire, coffee or cocktails outside, doing battle on the backgammon board, paddling in the stream, dipping into some of our interesting books or just sitting back and admiring the view. But if you want to venture further afield there’s plenty to do whatever your interests…

Places to visit

City exploring - Exeter is a small, vibrant city with a history that goes back to the arrival of the Romans in AD 50. There are many fascinating visitor attractions including the unique Underground Passages, magnificent Cathedral, the waterfront Quayside area and the award winning Royal Albert Memorial Museum. You’ll also find a wide range of excellent restaurants and shops. The owners are happy to advise or make bookings on your behalf.

Historic Houses such as Killerton, Knightshayes and Fursdon House

Outdoor & active

Tennis - Guests are very welcome to use the owners tennis court during your stay and they can provide balls and tennis rackets. Please just let them know if you would like to play.

There are lots of local walks, just take a look at the maps in the cabin

Moors & Beaches - Holly Water is about an hour’s drive from both Dartmoor and Exmoor which have wonderful walks, stone circles, ancient tors and many wild swimming spots and the spectacular beaches of North Devon are also an easy and scenic drive away.

Meet Sara and Ed

Sara, Ed and their three children have lived at Marsh Farm for over 10 years and started planning Holly Water Cabin in early 2018. They’ve always spent a lot of time camping and playing down by the stream (which is called Holly Water), where they have always dreamt of creating a super comfortable cabin. They often think about moving into Holly Water Cabin themselves and renting out the farmhouse instead!

Sara is a trained Forest School teacher and ran Art & Forest Camps for local children at Marsh Farm for many years. There is no better sight than 20 children looning about, covered in mud and charging up and down the stream (and not a screen in sight!!). Ed runs an advertising agency with its HQ in Exeter but spends as much time as possible chopping and stacking firewood.

Sara and Ed's thinking behind Holly Water Cabin is that it’s a place they’d love to stay in - they feel Marsh Farm is a very special place and they want their guests to love it as much as they do.

Sara and Ed wanted to create a highly efficient healthy building, which they did by using a swiss envelope technology that utilises natural insulations and open diffusion membranes. The result is a cabin that out performs most new homes, walls that naturally breath and an air rating similar to that of a passive house. To maintain this breathability they used natural clay plaster internally, this regulates humidity and stays cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

All timbers were sourced from Devon sawmills and close to the workshop. All work was handcrafted in-house by Out of the Valley.

Wildlife & environment

There is a rich abundance of wildlife on the land. They often see deer and have been lucky enough over the years to see kingfishers, barn owls and an otter. By day you’ll hear a huge range of birdsong including the distinctive buzzard’s call and at night Sara and Ed hear lots of owls. Small fish inhabit the stream and there are lots of damsel flies, dragon flies and butterflies in the Summer months. They currently have two small areas of the farm fenced off as part of an environmental scheme to create habitats for wildlife. One of these areas occupies part of the field the cabin sits in. They are planning to extend their endeavours in this area to include an area of wild flower meadow around the cabin itself.

The whole farm, including the cabin, runs off a borehole. They think the water itself tastes delicious, quite different to anything you’d get out of a tap in a city! The water passes through a sediment and UV filter to ensure it’s safe. After very heavy rain it sometimes goes a bit brown but is still completely ok to drink! They also have solar panels and a ground source heat pump up at the farmhouse so they are almost self sufficient.

Please note this is a working farm so there may be some occasional noise from farm machinery, but Sara and Ed will try and keep this to a minimum during guests' stays.

Overview

Don’t let the smooth wood and simple aesthetic of this cabin fool you, whilst it looks like the front cover of a Scandinavian lifestyle magazine – it’s beautifully balanced between style and substance. It’s a place to breeze through, sliding back the windows to blend the indoors and outdoors into a single space, stretching out on the sofa and taking in the views, or padding out to the bath and steaming away in the fresh air.
Indoors is as stunning as outdoors here, and the blend between the two is transfixing. The large picture windows spill light on the clean lines, leather, stone and light wood, and frames a space you’ll luxuriate in living in. The kitchen’s outfitted with a Smeg oven and two induction hobs, for when you inevitably have fresh seafood from the nearby coast – there’s even the grill on the firepit if you’re feeling like smoky delights. If you come back from the sea a little salty, freshen up in the shower in the modern bathroom, and then lie back in front of a crackling wood burner, and watch as deer hop the distant hedgerows.
There’s no wifi here, though some signal if you’re desperate – which you won’t be. Holly Water’s the place you’ve been looking for to disappear to for awhile, and reappear, a whole new you.

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Essentials
The important stuff
- Check in: 4 pm
- Check out: 11 am
- Please be aware that Marsh Farm is a working 60-acre farm and you'll typically see sheep in the surrounding fields. Guests are very welcome to walk in the fields, at your own risk, but please always close gates.
- Please bring wellies and a torch if you're arriving in the dark.
- Limited mobile phone signal.
- No WiFi.
- Firewood is supplied free of charge for the wood-burner, outside fire bowl and the cooking area by the stream.
- This space is accessible by public transport.
- Bike storage is available outside the cabin. Please bring your own locks.
- Your hosts offer collections/drop-offs from Crediton train station for those using public transport.
Sleeping arrangements
One king-size bed
Cooking
- Oven
- Two induction hobs
- Fridge
- Fully equipped kitchen
Washing
- Inside shower and en-suite
- Outside bath
- Flushing toilet
- Bathroom toiletries provided
Heating, lighting & bedding
- Bed linen and towels provided
- Wood-burner
- An electric radiator can be provided if required
- Electric lighting
- Plug sockets and mobile phone charging points available
Entertainment
- Cards, games and books are all available in the cabin
- Radio & speaker
Location

Getting there

Marsh Farm, Cheriton Fitzpaine, Crediton, Devon, EX17 4BD

///redeeming.panther.mandates
By public transport
The nearest train station is Crediton (15 minute drive).
Taxi's from the station can be pre booked or hosts can arrange a pick up on a request basis.
By car
Satnav usually works and will get you very close, but be warned it can sometimes take you down some very narrow, steep lanes. They are all totally passable by car - the owners do it everyday - but if you prefer a less adventurous route then please follow the directions below. If you choose to use Satnav - our postcode is EX17 4BD. This typically takes you to a junction with a signpost and red letterbox. From there (with the red letter box on your right) follow the road round to the left signposted ‘Poughill’ and Marsh Farm is on the left after aprox 300 metres and over a small bridge.
When you get to Marsh Farm turn down between the two barns to a set of double gates. Open the gates (and close them) and follow the 250 metre track to another gate in the opposite corner. Go through this gate and Holly Water Cabin is right there.
From the M5 - even if coming on the A303, the owners recommend you cut across on the A358 from Illminster to join the M5 at junction 25 and then follow the directions below.
Come off at Junction 27 (M5) and turn right onto A361 towards Barnstaple and Tiverton. Come off at junction sign-posted to Tiverton and Bickleigh. Follow all signs to Bickleigh (on A396). In Bickleigh take right before bridge onto A3072 sign-posted to Crediton. Stay on this road, mostly up hill. After a few miles you’ll pass a Blue Cross Centre on the right and then a sign on the left to Fursdon House. Go through Cadbury and then take the first right signposted to Cheriton Fitzpaine. Follow this road until you arrive in Cheriton Fitzpaine. Turn right in middle of village opposite the Half Moon pub (small turning on staggered crossroads). After 100yds, take first left signposted to Poughill. After a couple of miles you will come to a very tight left hand bend with a letterbox on the right. Continue round the bend, down the hill and over a small bridge. Marsh Farm is the first set of buildings on your left.
Guests can park right beside the cabin.
Food & Drink

At Holly Water Cabin
Your hosts will provide you with a welcome basket of tea, coffee, milk, sugar and breakfast bits provided for the first couple of mornings.
Local shops
A community shop (20 minute walk) for basic provisions in Cheriton Fitzpaine - Please always double-check opening times first.
Thornes Farm Shop and Cafe (50 minute walk or 7 minute drive).
Major supermarkets can be found in Crediton (10 minute drive) and include Tesco and Morrisons.
Places to eat
The Ring of Bells (35 minute walk) - A wonderful local pub run by Binka (brilliant landlady). A bustling pub and restaurant with a warm and friendly atmosphere. It has a well-stocked bar with local beers and cider, an excellent wine list and a menu that changes regularly. You feel equally comfortable sitting at the bar with a pint and the papers as sitting down to a refined three course meal in the restaurant.
Why not pop to the pub and grab your Ringer’s Ramble Pack complete with a map showing the best local walking routes, local beer, a handmade sausage roll, frazzles, an apple, and a hunk of regional cheese. Then away you go for a lovely Devon stomp!

Cadeleigh Arms (11 minute drive) - An award winning pub set in the small but charming village of Cadeleigh in the heart of Mid Devon. With an excellent restaurant plus a pool table and skittles room. All the food is locally sourced, lovingly prepared and cooked to showcase what the South West has to offer. With its rustic exterior and amazing views of the rolling hills, the only sound you’ll hear is cows mooing in the field next door.
The Beer Engine (15 minute drive) - Devon’s oldest working brew pub is housed in a 19th Century coaching inn in the picturesque village of Newton St Cyres. Famous for its beer brewed minute walion site and local ciders, with a split level beer garden to enjoy the sun. Bar snacks on offer and a separate restaurant offering a quieter eating experience.
Experiences

At Holly Water Cabin
You’ll find the day passes very easily at at Holly Water Cabin with long soaks in the outdoor bath, cooking on the open campfire, coffee or cocktails outside, doing battle on the backgammon board, paddling in the stream, dipping into some of our interesting books or just sitting back and admiring the view. But if you want to venture further afield there’s plenty to do whatever your interests…
Places to visit
City exploring - Exeter is a small, vibrant city with a history that goes back to the arrival of the Romans in AD 50. There are many fascinating visitor attractions including the unique Underground Passages, magnificent Cathedral, the waterfront Quayside area and the award winning Royal Albert Memorial Museum. You’ll also find a wide range of excellent restaurants and shops. The owners are happy to advise or make bookings on your behalf.
Historic Houses such as Killerton, Knightshayes and Fursdon House
Outdoor & active
Tennis - Guests are very welcome to use the owners tennis court during your stay and they can provide balls and tennis rackets. Please just let them know if you would like to play.
There are lots of local walks, just take a look at the maps in the cabin
Moors & Beaches - Holly Water is about an hour’s drive from both Dartmoor and Exmoor which have wonderful walks, stone circles, ancient tors and many wild swimming spots and the spectacular beaches of North Devon are also an easy and scenic drive away.
Your Hosts

Meet Sara and Ed
Sara, Ed and their three children have lived at Marsh Farm for over 10 years and started planning Holly Water Cabin in early 2018. They’ve always spent a lot of time camping and playing down by the stream (which is called Holly Water), where they have always dreamt of creating a super comfortable cabin. They often think about moving into Holly Water Cabin themselves and renting out the farmhouse instead!
Sara is a trained Forest School teacher and ran Art & Forest Camps for local children at Marsh Farm for many years. There is no better sight than 20 children looning about, covered in mud and charging up and down the stream (and not a screen in sight!!). Ed runs an advertising agency with its HQ in Exeter but spends as much time as possible chopping and stacking firewood.
Sara and Ed's thinking behind Holly Water Cabin is that it’s a place they’d love to stay in - they feel Marsh Farm is a very special place and they want their guests to love it as much as they do.
Sara and Ed wanted to create a highly efficient healthy building, which they did by using a swiss envelope technology that utilises natural insulations and open diffusion membranes. The result is a cabin that out performs most new homes, walls that naturally breath and an air rating similar to that of a passive house. To maintain this breathability they used natural clay plaster internally, this regulates humidity and stays cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
All timbers were sourced from Devon sawmills and close to the workshop. All work was handcrafted in-house by Out of the Valley.
Wildlife & environment
There is a rich abundance of wildlife on the land. They often see deer and have been lucky enough over the years to see kingfishers, barn owls and an otter. By day you’ll hear a huge range of birdsong including the distinctive buzzard’s call and at night Sara and Ed hear lots of owls. Small fish inhabit the stream and there are lots of damsel flies, dragon flies and butterflies in the Summer months. They currently have two small areas of the farm fenced off as part of an environmental scheme to create habitats for wildlife. One of these areas occupies part of the field the cabin sits in. They are planning to extend their endeavours in this area to include an area of wild flower meadow around the cabin itself.
The whole farm, including the cabin, runs off a borehole. They think the water itself tastes delicious, quite different to anything you’d get out of a tap in a city! The water passes through a sediment and UV filter to ensure it’s safe. After very heavy rain it sometimes goes a bit brown but is still completely ok to drink! They also have solar panels and a ground source heat pump up at the farmhouse so they are almost self sufficient.
Please note this is a working farm so there may be some occasional noise from farm machinery, but Sara and Ed will try and keep this to a minimum during guests' stays.
Reviews

Our guests say...

This is a magical location. Quiet, full of nature and beautiful in its construction. All the comforts of a posh hotel, on the edge of a field. Very private. 48 hrs of child free bliss.
08/11/2024

Liam

Our stay at Holly Water Cabin was beautiful and very relaxing. Our cabin was quiet and secluded with beautiful views out across the local fields. We saw an assortment of wildlife from the comfort of the cabin and during small walks through the fields in which the cabin was situated, including deer, bats and an assortment of birds. The cosy vibes of the log burner indoors and the firepit outside were perfect, as was the outdoor bath!
20/09/2024

Mollie

PERFECT. Location, setting, design and attention to detail.Good communication from host. Available of needed but not visible during stay, Ideal.
11/09/2024

Stephen

We had an absolutely incredible stay at Holly Water Cabin. We were blown away by the care and attention that had gone into every aspect of the design of the cabin, and all its thoughtful little details. The setting was stunning, and we loved the amazing range of activities we could do within walking distance, from being able to picnic under the ancient oak tree, walk to the farm shop to buy steaks and cook them outside over the fire.
02/09/2024

Ettie

What a lovely place! The location is so beautiful and peaceful and the little touches to the cabin were amazing - we really loved our stay in such a special place!
21/08/2024

Kat

Thank you for a wonderful stay, we felt very relaxed after 4 baths in 48 hours! Sara & Ed were wonderful hosts, really thoughtful at every step of our stay. Great communication in the run up and throughout. We mentioned our stay was to celebrate a birthday and to our surprise on arrival we discovered a handwritten card and bottle of Prosecco in the fridge which was a really lovely personal touch and made our stay extra special. This was on top of a well stocked fridge and food cupboard with all the essentials for a delicious breakfast. We walked to the local farm shop to gather food for a wonderful campfire tea by the beck that evening. The cabin is absolutely stunning, so comfortable and well designed. For fear of being bored from the limited internet and phone signal, we came prepared with lots of board games, books and downloaded TV programmes but didn't need any of those things! The time passed really easily just watching the view from our cabin of the birds, relaxing in the gorgeous outdoor bath and just switching off for a few days. Will be telling all our friends and family about this hidden gem! Hope to be back again in the future!
25/03/2024

Hannah

A beautiful location and a wonderful cabin. We enjoyed ourselves a great deal and all expected amenities were catered for.
09/02/2024

Matthew

We had a wonderful time out, laying in that huge copper bath looking at the stars was just amazing.
10/01/2024

michelle

Very relaxing, beautiful location we visited during a storm and it was very secure warm and comfortable
01/01/2024

Joe

I had such a wonderful time at Holly Water. There was such caring attention to detail to make the stay special in every way, from the beautiful craftsmanship of the cabin itself, to the furnishings, Christmas decorations, blankets and sheepskins for sitting outside, food essentials, and gorgeous bathroom products. The owners commitment to their guests stay, is also evident in the environment itself, and watching breakfast time in the sorghum and sunflowers was a joy. I cannot wait to come back. Thank-you Sara and Ed
06/12/2023

Jane

We’ve only just returned from Holly Water Cabin and already want to go back! The outdoor copper bathtub was absolute bliss as was cosying up in front of the wood-burner. Sara and Ed provided so many thoughtful touches which made our stay even more enjoyable!
29/11/2023

Nicole

This was one of the most wonderful places we’ve ever stayed. Thankyou so much for hosting such a gorgeous few days
01/11/2023

Katherine

Wow, what can I say, other than when can I go back? Absolute perfection. Everything about our stay was amazing. Holly Water Cabin felt like one massive hug and was exactly what I had hoped. The location was perfect, so peaceful and serene. The outdoor bath was such a treat, even in the rain it was perfect. Literally can’t wait to go back, think this may be a yearly retreat, feeling completely recharged and sad to have left.
15/09/2023

Jo

We chose Holly Water Cabin for a short break straight after our wedding and are so glad we did! The cabin itself is so warm and cosy, with a high-quality finish. However, what really blew us away was the attention to detail. From the thoughtful essentials left for breakfast and snacks, to the cast iron equipment for cooking outdoors and the wonderful-smelling toiletries, we felt so looked after! The location itself is outstanding, and I spent hours admiring and trying to identify all the flora and fauna we were treated to. We were fortunate enough to visit during the heatwave and the combination of sun-worshipping on the decking, and cooling off under the trees by the stream was absolute perfection. Thank you, Sara and Edd for a week in paradise.
04/09/2023

Siobhan

Very clean and beautifully presented Cabin. Really relaxing setting and lovely furnishings. Most of the time was spent within the cabin. The guide provided by the owners was clear and we managed to visit some recommended places. The cabin and grounds were lovely. We enjoyed using the bath and looking around the surrounding fields. All fo the extra touches with wild flowers and welcome treats were really thoughtful.
14/07/2023

Bianca

We had a fantastic time at Sara’s cabin. It’s a beautiful piece of architecture for a start and a totally tranquil and silent place to disconnect. Great choice to have no wifi or television! It’s got everything you need for a complete break from the world, and the bath is AMAZING!
03/07/2023

Chris

We chose Holly Water Cabin for location and the cabin itself. Beautiful, secluded and unique. Idealic in appearance and it did not disappoint.
22/05/2023

Sarah

We had the most amazing time ever at the cabin! It was truly perfect. So peaceful, calm and just stunning location. We loved the outdoor cooking and the bath was to die for!!
07/04/2023

Sian

A perfect private cabin, well appointed in a lovely location - a great weekend away.
31/03/2023

William

Incredible weekend away. A fantastic place to switch off and unwind after a stressful couple of months. The cabin was amazing and I can’t wait to return in the future.
10/03/2023

Lara

Perfect romantic getaway in privacy and nature
01/03/2023

Harriet

We stayed for a couple of nights in mid Feb, attracted by the prospect of the outdoor bath and a nice base for exploring the surrounding area. The whole experience was lovely and more than matched our expectations. A beautiful place.
15/02/2023

Joe

The cabin was absolutely beautiful and in such a remote location. There were lots of breakfast nibbles left and even a bottle of bubbly which was such a lovely touch. The bath outside always had great hot water and the decking was amazing to sit out on and see all the stars. The kitchen was well supplied and the bathroom was amazing, with constant hot water. Thank you so much for a lovely stay, we hope to be back in the future.
13/02/2023

Laura

We had the most amazing stay at Holly Water Cabin. The place was just as advertised, immaculate and everything was really high quality. The outdoor bath was so amazing even in the winter weather, and the indoor fireplace was well stocked and really easy to use, keeping us nice and warm throughout. The hosts were so generous by stocking the fridge with local essentials and provided us with lots of information needed for local farm shops and pubs etc. Overall this was an amazing stay and we loved every moment.
03/02/2023

Rohan

Sara and Ed were perfect hosts. Lovely welcome with food and drink goodies, flowers and a welcome card. The cabin is completely gorgeous with stylish details including a fab outdoors bath and so toasty warm. We would wholeheartedly recommend a stay here
30/01/2023

Clare

Our stay at Holly Water cabin was pure bliss! We completely relaxed and enjoyed taking our time lighting the fire and sitting out on the deck with a mug of coffee admiring the view. The copper bathtub is the star of the show, I didn't want to get out! Sara and Ed have thought of everything and their attention to detail is fantastic. It felt like a real nature getaway, and we are already planning on returning.
16/11/2022

Rachel, Canopy & Stars

What a gem Holly Water Cabin is. Situated in an idyllic setting, this cabin is everything we wanted for a peaceful, remote getaway celebrating my partners birthday. The cabin, beautifully designed was cosy and inviting. Great communication with Sara the owner and the recommended local pubs certainly didn't disappoint. We will certainly be looking to revisit Holly Water cabin for another soak in that stunning outdoor bath.
07/11/2022

Owen

The Holly Water Cabin was brilliant. Every little detail was well thought out and we felt like we had everything we could have needed. We stayed for 2 nights and because there was very limited phone signal, we spent the entire weekend off our phones and enjoying the surrounding nature. The fire pit and the gorgeous tub were definitely highlights!
28/10/2022

Freya

We had the most relaxing weekend at Holly Water Cabin. The locations is gorgeous and the cabin has every luxury, including a fantastic outdoor bath. The hosts were really helpful and had thought of everything including a welcome card wishing us a happy anniversary. I can't recommend Holly Water Cabin highly enough, especially if you are after a relaxing, peaceful getaway where you can completely unwind
26/08/2022

Allison

We had the most amazing time. The cabin was absolutely gorgeous and the location even better. So peaceful and calm. We spent hours just sitting on the deck enjoying the sound of the trees rustling in the breeze.
19/08/2022

Claudine

Our stay was perfect - the attention to detail by the owners really stood out to us (& we have stayed in many canopy & stars sites)
05/08/2022

Philippa

#devononearth! We absolutely loved everything about our stay at Holly Water. It really is the perfect oasis in the middle of the Devon countryside - couldn't fault a thing. The cabin itself is so beautifully designed - think Scandi vibes with blush pink tiles in the bathroom, leather handles in kitchen and exposed bulb lighting, which really added to the wow factor. On the terrace, there is a huge copper bath with Bramley toiletries and wooden recliners by the fire pit (where you found us for most of the trip!). And not forgetting the well equipped kitchen with induction hob, oven and all the utensils you need. We spent our time cooking, reading, relaxing in the bath and playing cards outside. We did venture out to Exeter and Exmoor beaches on a day trip, but be warned this is a good hour away due to the remoteness of the cabin. We also went to the Ring of Bells pub twice (5 min drive into village) on the owners recommendation which we loved - the most amazing food & lovely decor! Wouldn't hesitate to recommend this spot to anyone for the ultimate relaxing stay
29/07/2022

Emily

We had an amazing stay at Holly Water Cabin, it was a total escape from the 'real world' as it was such a peaceful place to be. The cabin itself is gorgeous, with all the home comforts you need. The fire pit on the decking is a lovely place to relax morning and evening, the campfire in the little woodland glen was a fantastic area to cook dinners in the evening and watch the stars from. The bath outside was a great touch, and perfect for warming up and watching the beautiful view when it gets a little chilly. There was plenty of wood to use for log burner, campfire and fire pit. The breakfast supplies provided were really delicious, especially the yoghurts from the local farm shop. Sara provides an excellent, comprehensive guide to the cabin and surrounding area, with pub recommendations which we tried out (The Ring of Bells was great).
22/07/2022

Rebecca

We really enjoyed our stay here at holly water cabin. The cabin is beautiful, relaxing and intimate.
29/06/2022

Emily

We had a wonderful stay. The cabin is clean and beautifully made. Very quite. Fully equipped kitchen with essentials supplied. Would definitely return.
08/06/2022

Chantelle

The most beautiful stay at this serene cabin. We watched bats catching moths above our heads from the outdoor bath and loved eating breakfast on the deck. The cabin is a wonderful design and the owners have thought of every luxury. Such a treat! There are lots of great walks and activities nearby (we went to Exeter, walked on Dartmoor and had a cream tea in Tiverton) but take time to just sit and drink in the peace.
03/06/2022

Rowan

Excellent location, excellent hospitality, excellent cabin. I really can’t find any fault in the whole experience and I have already recommended Holly Water to everyone! We will most definitely be back and can’t thank Sara & Ed enough.
01/06/2022

James

We had a wonderful time at Holly Water Cabin - blissfully quiet, peaceful and just what we needed after some hectic weeks. We loved being away from WiFi and mobile phone signal and took some real time out to relax in the beautiful surroundings. We spent a sunny day playing tennis and exploring the glorious countryside and had a rainy day watching deer on the meadow right in front of the cabin. I should also mention that the stars at night were simply stunning and that we loved waking up to birdsong every morning. The huge copper bath was an absolute highlight, as was the cabin itself, which is beautifully designed and incredibly well equipped. The bathroom was lovely and had really nice toiletries, our wonderful host left all sorts of treats for our anniversary celebration, the sheets were so so so soft and the kitchen had everything you could ask for - so all the little touches were just perfect. We'd love to come back one day!
27/05/2022

Julia

Holly Water Cabin is an experience that’s hard to find in this modern dystopia in which we find ourselves. Cut off from the trappings of Wi-Fi, TV and even mobile signal, the cabin feels a world away from reality. Even the endless winding lanes that seem to go on for an eternity were worth it to experience a rare peace. Listening to a chorus of bird song on the decking, watching shooting stars from the copper bath and exploring the green fields was a magical experience. Being our first weekend away from our son since his birth 2 years ago meant the cabin had to live up to big expectations and it delivered. My only hope is that it keeps it’s character and the owners retain the high standards that were clear into the future.
20/05/2022

Tom

We had an incredibly relaxing time at Holly Water Cabin. We loved the design and had everything we could need. The bath was a real highlight- sitting out under the stars each evening listening to the owls hoot. Would love to return
08/04/2022

Hetty

We had the most wonderful stay at Holly Water Cabin. From the moment we arrived, we felt instantly relaxed. The log burner makes the cabin so cosy, and the outdoor bathtub is simply amazing! Everything about the cabin is fantastic and we will 100% be returning. A big thank you to Sara & Ed for making out stay extra special. If you're thinking about visiting Holly Water, do not hesitate to get your stay booked - you won't regret it!
01/04/2022

Sophie

Bought this weekend away for my girlfriends birthday, and had a great time. Host was nice, supplying locally sourced products and food. Was welcomed by lovely sheep :)
18/03/2022

Oli

Amazing, the most beautiful place. It was so peaceful.
14/03/2022

Ria

What a wonderful place. It is so peaceful and beautiful. Would love to come back
11/03/2022

Emma

Lovely peaceful stay.
28/01/2022

Lara

From the moment we arrived we knew we were in for a very special stay! Holly Water Cabin is incredible, very warm and welcoming. It was almost better to arrive at night to take in the inside wonders and see the cabin lit up.. Christmas Tree and all. This made us appreciate the outdoor space come morning, whilst led in bed watching the pheasants and admiring the treehouse opposite! Sara and Ed left us an amazing abundance of local items, as well as offering eco-friendly cleaning and washing products! The most relaxing little break, we would go back in a heartbeat..
13/12/2021

Yas Bane

Where do I start.. from the moment we arrived we felt at ease, chilled and absolutely blown away by the surroundings and then we went inside… The cabin was a dream and all the little details were so well thought about. Sara was such a great host and anything we needed she was on hand. We can’t wait to return!
22/11/2021

Ellie

Holly Water Cabin is spectacular in itself, Sara had put so many thoughtful touches into everything. It is the most perfect getaway, totally secluded and idyllic, with amazing wildlife everywhere you look. For us, Holly Water Cabin was made even more perfect as it’s where we got engaged! I couldn’t imagine a more incredible setting for it, we are over the moon. Holly Water Cabin will forever hold such a special place in our hearts and we can’t wait to return.
19/11/2021

Chloe

This was the most idyllic stay with my friend. The seclusion of the cabin made it such a peaceful weekend of taking in the fresh country surroundings, hot baths and marshmallow toasting on the fire pit. Hollywater cabin is so beautifully presented with lovely little touches, the Woodburner being a centrepiece and making it very cosy! We really had the best time and will be back!
29/10/2021

Emmeline

Perfect! The cabin was stunning and Sara & Ed were excellent hosts. Cannot recommend highly enough
24/09/2021

Gary

We had a wonderful break at Holly water cabin, so relaxing and peaceful. Great cabin, surprisingly spacious and really well kitted out with everything you could need. The outside spaces - the deck with the fire pit and copper bath, the camp fire area, the brook and not forgetting the amazing tree house made it extra special.
13/09/2021

Charlotte

We had such a lovely stay at the cabin, it was so relaxing and peaceful. In all weathers! The place is furnished so beautifully and you can tell that care has been taken in all parts of the build, we didn’t want to leave! Thank you to Sara for being so welcoming! We had complete privacy at the cabin and it all felt like a lovely dream!
06/09/2021

Jannali

I highly recommend a stay here. The cabin is very well designed, clean and in a beautiful, peaceful location where the only sound is of birds and the odd tractor. Its a good location to get out for walks as well. Our host was very helpful and attentive when we had a minor problem. If you're looking for a peaceful stay in a fairly isolated, rural setting, without Internet or phone signal but a high level of comfort then this is the place for you. I'd definitely go back.
16/08/2021

Laurence

Well up to our expectations. Equipment and provisions exceeded our expectations, with generous supplies (e.g. bread, milk, coffee, oil) and lots of treats (bacon, eggs, cakes), plus strawberries and prosecco to celebrate our anniversary. Plenty of hot water for a wallow in the outside bath. Barbecue can be cooked on the fire pit at the cabin, and the BBQ station in the woods. Beautiful view over the field filled with wildflowers, with snuggly sheepskins and blankets for the evening. Sat up in bed watching deer or pheasants 20m away when we woke. The notes about Devon roads gave advance warning, but many roads nearby are best to be avoided, particularly those NE of the cabin towards Tiverton. It is bad enough driving forward on narrow roads with foliage brushing both sides of the car, but reversing 250m uphill and round bends to the first passing space is best avoided. The road west through Poughill and east through Cheriton Fitzpaine towards the A3072 are still single track, but at least wider, level, and more passing places. While postcode gets you almost to the farm, Lat/Long co-ordinates of 50.85707 / -3.61637 take you precisely to the farm yard.
06/08/2021

paul

It was the most rely we have both been in a very long time. The cabin was beautiful, the craftsmanship of the place was incredible and the owners had tastefully added touches that meant we wanted for nothing. The contact with the owners was clear from directions to recommendations. Everything was as we hoped it would be and to the description on the website / social media.
04/06/2021

Michelle

What can we say!! Exceeded all our expections such a special place and sara and Ed's attention to detail is spot on.
28/05/2021

Nick

We had a wonderful four days at the cabin,very relaxed and chilled,enjoying the peace and quiet and the copper bath tub.
17/05/2021

Lesley

Holly water cabin was so beautifully designed and every little touch had been considered. The cleanliness was impeccable throughout. We stayed 3 nights and enjoyed every aspect of the cabin.
14/05/2021

Abi

Such an amazing weekend! Sara was super helpful, the cabin was beautiful, and the surroundings amazing. Really nice location for walks and not too far to the beach! Thank you!
30/04/2021

Emma

The most relaxing, peaceful and restful break for a very long time. Sara and Ed have put a huge amount of effort, time and consideration into the design and build of the Cabin. It is gloriously located for privacy, views and overall pastoral beauty. Its the first stay I've had where we've wanted to spend a day just being there rather than going out and about (even though the out-and-about is pretty special too.
16/04/2021

Michael

Holly water cabin was a total dream! We were so looking forward to having sometime away from London post lockdown and to relax and holly water definitely provided the perfect setting for this. We were so impressed and it was better than expected. The cabin was so beautiful, Sara and Ed had really thought of everything. The attention to detail was impressive and so thoughtful especially the hand written welcome card. The email and information before our stay was very welcoming and had everything we needed to arrive and use the cabin. They were so generous with the breakfast supplies and endless supply of wood for the fire. The kitchen was fully kitted out to cook with beautiful pottery/ ceramics. The bed was so welcoming and the sofa was like a cloud. The best feature of the cabin is definitely the outdoor bath which kept its heat so well and we enjoyed endless baths over our stay. We couldn’t fault our stay and only wished we could have been there for longer. One of the most relaxing places I’ve stayed!
14/04/2021

Louisa

Holly Water Cabin is just a totally beautiful escape to retreat to...we had such a beautiful time there. The attentions to details are great and the outside bath is just an incredible touch. Highly recommend!
30/12/2020

Kate

Really, really good. It is a Covid Tier 2 accommodation for two. Reasonably easy to find following our host's precise instructions. Started in pouring rain and a lift to the cabin by our host, Sarah, in "Henry Honda" along a farm track. Beautiful cabin with all the mod coms except for planned complete absence of Wi-Fi, 3G and television. My wife and I were encouraged to speak to each other, like we hadn't done in years and enjoyed it! Lovely fireplace that heated the cosy room very quickly, kitchenette that was easy to use and quite sufficient to cook a full meal, pre-stocked food in the refrigerator in case we arrived late (we did), a shower that was superb, an outdoor bath tub with lots of hot water and a delightful treehouse accessed via a Da Vinci bridge. Great views all around from within the cabin and from the treehouse. A good walk to the village with a few cheeky climbs and drops and a fab village shop run by volunteers. Didn't get to sample the local pubs as they were both closed. Strongly recommended for anyone wanting to have a relaxing, very comfortable, mostly communication free getaway, a very caring host and far away from other people and accommodation.
14/12/2020

Pradeep

We had a relaxing four night stay at Holly Water Cabin in early December and had a wonderful time. The cabin has been beautifully designed with all the amenities you need and the peaceful setting with glorious views and privacy tick every box. We complelte swtiched off for the week and enjoyed some pure rest and relaxation. Using the outdoor bath on the deck and looking up at the stars was the cherry on top of the cake!
07/12/2020

Sian

Perfect! Holly Water Cabin is warm, welcoming, cosy and comfortable and the location is amazing. We had a truly peaceful stay and we didn't want to leave, we will certainly be returning one day! Days were spent reading by the fire or on the deck, wandering the beautiful scenery and then lazing in the bath under the stars at night. The treehouse was a lovely extra and the rope swing was fun too! Sara very helpfully came to meet us to take our things down to the cabin, the ground was rather soggy after all the rain and it was lovely to meet her and have a chat, a lovely host! All the extra touches were amazing, we were left butter, eggs, jams, fudge, biscuits, bread and apple juice and a lovely welcome card. The firewood for both the log burner inside and the firebowl outside was all included (unlike others where you have to pay!) and extra was close by if you needed it. The sofa was so comfy, you really did sink into it! The bed was great and the linens were soft and cosy just like the pillows, we enjoyed reading in bed with the morning sun coming through the window. The bath is a truly luxurious feature and it was so relaxing to unwind in. Thank you again for our blissful stay!
02/11/2020

Helen

We had the most relaxing stay at Holly Water, Sara has created a beautiful experience in, what they have described as, a 'cabin' but really it is a cute studio rivalling most 5* hotels. Fresh supplies in the fridge, plenty of firewood, cosy towels and duvets. A bath looking out over a field, watching the crows fly ahead, drinking a glass of champagne - it is almost making me a bit sad to write this!! There was literally nothing we would change from our time - it was completely perfect.
28/10/2020

Malika

Absolutely beautiful. Nature, brilliant facilities, clean & gorgeous.
26/10/2020

Sabrina

This was our second stay at Holly Water Cabin, seeking solitude, proximity to nature and a simple life without digital intrusion. We love the layout and aspect of the Cabin, the great fires, the wonderful deep bath and the distance from road noise.
19/10/2020

Bryan

We stayed at the Holly Water Cabin for 4 nights in October. The cabin was absolutely beautiful, minimalist and very natural but perfectly thought out and very well executed, as well as being filled with everything you need and more. We spent our time reading by the fire, painting out on the deck and soaking in the copper bath. Sara and Ed were lovely and super helpful, providing us with directions, extra firelighters and even made a restaurant booking on our behalf. The holiday was bliss and we cannot wait to go back!
05/10/2020

Shelley

We stayed in this lovely property at the end of September. It is very comfortable and designed for maximum relax factor. The bath on the deck is a must, especially at night time under the stars. It is ideal if you just want to do nothing but wallow about, looking at the wildlife from the comfy chairs on the terrace, or watching the stars by the light of the firepit, accompanied by a nice G and T. Definitely recommend a stay here!
25/09/2020

Susan

It was fantastic, it allowed us to go on lots of walks and enjoy some time away from the the internet and the rest of the world.
21/09/2020

Andrew

We had the most beautiful, relaxing stay at Holly Water Cabin - what a special place! The cabin is wonderfully equipped, and the small touches such as fresh eggs, bacon and milk on arrival were such a welcome surprise. The features such as the treehouse and the copper bath outside just add to the tranquility of the place. It is completely silent, and a place of such rejuvenation. We would love to come back! The owners were on hand should we have needed them, but left us to enjoy the peace!
18/09/2020

Stephanie

Our stay at Holly Water Cabin was absolutely magical. You can tell a lot of care and attention has been put into making the cabin one in a million, and the extra touches were muchly appreciated. The lack of 4G and signal meant we could have a proper digital detox, read our books in peace and enjoy the local delights. The bath tub was amazing, and we were very lucky to have such great weather for September. We will definitely be back!
07/09/2020

Becky

As we travelled down the field approaching the cabin there was an immediate feeling of relaxation. The quietness and fresh air was the first thing I noticed. Everything about our stay was well thought out to make it a special and memorable time. With busy lives you often don't take the time to enjoy silence, to hear the rain, listen to the birds and take a walk around a field, to experience that plus the outdoor bath was such a wonderful place lay back and have a glass of champagne. The cabin was perfect in every way, comfortable bedding, lovely products, little additions such as locally sourced food and lots of wood for the fire and kadai. We had time to play draughts, sit and watch the flames in the log burner while sitting on the settee that felt like a cloud. To disconnect properly from the outside world with no TV and sketchy signal was a pleasure. To not be distracted and to enjoy an uninterrupted conversation without a pinging phone or an overenthusiastic child, was just what we needed. There wasn't any aspect of our trip that we would change. We tend not to go back to the same places that we've stayed but Holly Water Cabin is the exception.
04/09/2020

Emily

I can't rate Holly Water Cabin high enough. HOW GORGEOUS. From the treehouse and the copper tub to the comfy touches in the cabin, Sara and Ed really have thought have everything, on top of being an incredibly friendly duo. We loved connecting over the fire, playing cards and swinging next to the water on the rope swing, and even when we wanted to visit the beaches of North Devon, decided to stay in the cabin the whole time just owing to how pretty and comfortable it was. We've had so many friends ask us where we stayed after sharing pictures on Instagram, and I'm more than happy to tell them where!
31/08/2020

Katie

We stayed here August Bank Holiday and it was simply amazing. The cabin is very secluded and well stocked. The attention to detail is the highlight and they have thought of everything. The bath is lovely and loved sitting out on the deck with the fire pit. We've stayed in several canopy and stars places and this was by far the best and will definitely be back.
28/08/2020

Robert

It was fabulous. We had an amazing stay. The cabin is so lovely, brand new and so beautifully styled and designed
19/08/2020

Jo

The cabin exceeded our expectations and more—Sara & Ed have thought about every little detail in the cabin and they really have created a tranquil nirvana! On arrival we knew we’d arrived somewhere very special, the cabin is set inside Marsh Farm which means there was nobody to be seen for as far as the eye can see. We had complete privacy and isolation throughout our stay. We enjoyed soaking in the bath, beers around the fire, and waiting to watch the crows fly overhead every night between 7-10. There are beautiful walks in the area and it is also perfectly placed for day trip to the sea. The cabin is an extraordinary place and we cannot fault anything! Sara and Ed were lovely and super helpful – it really is 10 out of 10 from us, we’ll be booking to return very soon.
21/07/2020

Nick

We stayed here for a 2 night break and were absolutely blown away by the hospitality at Holly Water Cabin. The cabin itself is perfect, with too many great features to list. But above all you can tell the hosts had thought of absolutely everything, the cabin was well stocked and you could just tell great care was put into the whole experience. Would definitely stay again!
06/07/2020

Dan

We were lucky enough to be the very first guests at Holly Water Cabin, and can report that it is a little piece of heaven. We had such a wonderfully relaxing and tranquil stay. We spent hours soaking in the amazing outside bath (which seemed to defy the laws of physics in it's ability to stay warm for ages), watched the sunset from the gorgeous campfire setting in the woods, lingered in bed looking out through the picture window, and just whiled away the time enjoying the wide views of the fields and trees. We saw all sorts of wildlife in the field, including a fawn at one point. The cabin is beautifully designed, not a hint of plastic anywhere. The sofa and bed are huggingly comfortable, and the kitchen has all you need. Sadly the strong winds during our stay made cooking on the campfire too difficult, but we did cook some fish over the firebowl. An absolutely magical place.
03/07/2020

Chris

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This is a magical location. Quiet, full of nature and beautiful in its construction. All the comforts of a posh hotel, on the edge of a field. Very private. 48 hrs of child free bliss.

08/11/2024

Liam

Our stay at Holly Water Cabin was beautiful and very relaxing. Our cabin was quiet and secluded with beautiful views out across the local fields. We saw an assortment of wildlife from the comfort of the cabin and during small walks through the fields in which the cabin was situated, including deer, bats and an assortment of birds. The cosy vibes of the log burner indoors and the firepit outside were perfect, as was the outdoor bath!

20/09/2024

Mollie

PERFECT. Location, setting, design and attention to detail.Good communication from host. Available of needed but not visible during stay, Ideal.

11/09/2024

Stephen

We had an absolutely incredible stay at Holly Water Cabin. We were blown away by the care and attention that had gone into every aspect of the design of the cabin, and all its thoughtful little details. The setting was stunning, and we loved the amazing range of activities we could do within walking distance, from being able to picnic under the ancient oak tree, walk to the farm shop to buy steaks and cook them outside over the fire.

02/09/2024

Ettie

What a lovely place! The location is so beautiful and peaceful and the little touches to the cabin were amazing - we really loved our stay in such a special place!

21/08/2024

Kat

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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.

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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

(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

(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.

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