Rufus's Roost | Treehouse in Yorkshire | Canopy & Stars
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Deep in the Baxby Manor estate, half a mile from the main house and much further from everyone else, a long boardwalk weaves through the woods to the shingled and turreted Rufus’ Roost.
The fairy tale house is full of surprises, from the floor-to-ceiling windows that fill it with light, to the low mezzanine double that’s a scramble up into the attic, while the double bedrooms downstairs are more accessible. You’ll find the modern kitchen and bathroom easily enough, and the pizza oven outside with a little exploration and you’ll eventually discover the tunnel to the reading nook. Out on the veranda, nature has a good go at rivalling the surprising revelations of the space. Sit quietly and you’ll see deer and badgers in the woods below. Time your walks right and you might catch sight of kingfishers and otters down by the river and bats out hunting at dusk. When night falls, spend the evening spotting stars from the hot tub amongst the tree canopy.
This is a place to wind down, reconnect with nature and take it all in. The abundance of wildlife on the land around you is no accident. Owner Barney Smith is the fourth generation of his family to care for the estate, planting hedgerows and forests where nature can flourish. To ensure this space remains a haven of calm, the owners ask you abide by the ‘no noise between 10pm and 7am’ rule, helping keep Baxby manor as a place to relax, restore and revive yourself. There’s enough wildlife and walking on the estate itself to keep you busy for days, but the North York Moors and the Dales are nearby for even more dramatic hiking. In the other direction is Malton, a town saved by a love of food and now a hub for local artisans and producers. A day spent wandering the old town and tasting everything on offer will leave you happier and a little heavier than when you arrived.
*Please note there is a £250 damage deposit to be paid direct to the owner after booking*
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Essentials
The important stuff
Check in: 4 pm
Check out: 10 am
Please note there is a £250 damage deposit to be paid direct to the owner after booking (due 2 weeks before arrival).
No stag or hen dos please.
The treehouse sleeps up to six in two doubles bedrooms on the ground floor plus a double bed on the mezzanine level accessed via a narrow staircase.
Bring wellies, slippers and torches.
Unlimited firewood provided (hosts ask that guests don't use wood source elsewhere and refrain from foraging kindling from the woodland onsite as it disrupts the local wildlife).
10-15 mins walk from other spaces.
Parking is 50 metres away and tracks to the treehouse are lit at night.
Wifi available.
Mobile phone signal depending on network.
Plug sockets with USB.
Please be mindful there is a 'no noise between 10pm and 7am’ rule on site, courtesy for the wildlife and people.
Key collection for Rufus's Roost is from The Hideaway campsite April-end of October. November-end of March collect from Baxby Manor - follow signs/directions included in your stay info from Barney.
During periods of sustained dry weather it may not be possible to light a fire, guests will be informed prior to or on arrival should this be the case.
This space is accessible by public transport.
On-site EV charging is available.
Sleeping arrangements
Three double beds (2 on ground floor, 1 with a climb up narrow stairs)
Extra space available
Space
for 1 baby
no charge.
travel cot, highchair, baby food warmer and sterilising equipment provided
Cooking
Kitchen equipped with induction Rangemaster oven with hobs, electric fridge-freezer, wine chiller, dishwasher
Outdoor fire pit
Wood-fired pizza oven
Washing
Private bathroom with shower, flushing toilet and basin
Hand soap provided
Heating, lighting & bedding
Bed linen and towels provided
LED smart lighting
Air source underfloor heating
Entertainment
Hot tub (electric, air source heat pump)
Board games and books
Amazon Alexa speaker with access to Spotify and online concierge service with local information
TV with Netflix
Slide
Den with games console
Woodland fire pit
Wood-fired pizza oven
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Travel & Parking
There is a designated car park for guests with space to manoeuvre
The ground of the car park is sturdy and solid
There is a sloping wooden board-walk through the forest to the property. The boards are anti-slip and have a hand rail
York and Thirsk Stations are wheelchair accessible.
Space & Site Access
The surroundings of the space are all woodlands with no paths or trails apart from the one to the car park and outdoor fire pit
There are not steps going up to the space
All doorways are standard width to comply with UK building regulations
There are two double rooms and a bathroom on the ground floor, and another double up some narrow stairs. There is also a den accessed via a slide.
Mobility Aid
There is a shower with a threshold
There is a television with a remote and option for subtitles
Can source a bath/shower chair
Assistance dogs can be considered. Please contact the owners beforehand.
Getting there
Rufus’s Roost Treehouse, Bell Bank Wood, Husthwaite, York, Y061 4PW
During the months of November to the end of March, key collection is from Baxby Manor House. From April to end of October it is from The Hideaway campsite.
By public transport
The nearest train station is Thirsk (10 miles). From here, you can get a taxi to the space (20-minute drive). Ensure to pre-book prior to arrival.
The nearest bus stop is in Husthwaite (1 mile).
By car
DO NOT RELY SOLELY ON YOUR SATNAV, DO NOT DRIVE DOWN INGS LANE!
From the North - A1/A19 to Thirsk, follow signs to York. Continue South on A19 ignoring the first turn-off at large crossroads signed Carlton, Husthwaite and Coxwold and carrying on through village of Thormanby. Turn 2 miles on left signed Husthwaite, Coxwold and 12th century church. Entrance to Baxby Manor is 2 miles on left, opposite a cemetery and immediately before the village sign of Husthwaite. Entrance has small triangle with wooden sign and small oak tree in middle.
Follow signs to The Hideaway
From the South - Follow A19 North from York approx 15 miles, past Easingwold, turning is on right 1 mile past second Easingwold by-pass roundabout, signed Husthwaite, Coxwold, and 12th century church. Entrance to Baxby Manor is 2 miles on the left opposite a cemetery and immediately before the village sign of Husthwaite. Entrance has triangle with wooden sign and small oak tree.
Follow signs to The Hideaway
Parking is 50 metres along a boardwalk and suspension bridge.
‘MANOR FARM’ in Carlton-Husthwaite (with a tractor on the sign) is the WRONG entrance! It may look like a perfectly well maintained tarmac road but beyond the farm it deteriorates RAPIDLY and if you manage to get past the farm you WILL ground your car and get stuck further on!
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Food & Drink
At Rufus' Roost
Basics such as olive oil provided.
Welcome hamper provided including Baxby-made cider, apple juice and ale, marshmallows and toasting sticks, Yorkshire teabags, eco coffee bags, locally made biscuits and crackers, hot Chocolate, Yorkshire crisps, bee-bombs and family games.
Celebration Packs available to order for your special occasion, priced £30 to £95 and paid direct to the owner. Please book no less than 3 days before arrival.
Local shops
The nearest shop in Easingwold, 4 miles from the space.
The Shop at The Hideaway campsite is open April-November and supplies a few essentials.
Pubs & restaurants
The Pizza Shack (approx.10-minute walk) - Located at The Hideaway campsite, please check opening hours to avoid disappointment.
Plum & Partridge (15-minute walk) - In the village of Husthwaite.
Fauconberg (3 miles) - A proper Yorkshire pub offering great food and beer whilst sitting by an open fire.
Durham Ox (8 miles) - A cosy place offering really good food that is sourced locally where possible.
The Carlton Inn (2 miles) - A traditional English pub with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
The Old Black Bull (4 miles) - Traditional family run pub in Raskelf.
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Activities
At Baxby Manor
Hiking/walking from Baxby Manor (walks on the tablet)
Microlight experience flights, on site at Baxby Airsports- more information here
Places to visit
Newby Hall - Spend the day discovering history of the house and the gardens at Newby Hall
Flamingo Land - Take the kids and enjoy a day out riding roller coasters or petting the animals
Eden Camp - Transport back in time and experience life on the Home Front and the Front Line
Easingwold - Visit the Georgian North Yorkshire market town and enjoy country walks and cycling
Thirsk - Visit the charming and friendly Thirsk market town and enjoy short walks through the town and along the river
Ghost Tour in York
Chocolate Tour in York
Visit The Shambles and Harry Potter store in York!
York Minster
Designer Outlet in York
Jorvik Viking Centre in York
Outdoor & active
Horse Trekking at Boltby - Whether you're experienced or just a beginner, there are a range of ponies and horses to ride and enjoy long trail rides
GoApe at Dalby Forest - If you're looking for an adventurous day out then try out the high rope courses at GoApe
Mountain biking and hire at Sutton Bank Visitor Centre (8 miles)
Alpaca walks in Husthwaite (1 mile)
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Meet your hosts
Meet Barney
Having set up The Hideaway at Baxby Manor in 2012, Barney wanted to share what his family had created with others. Preserving the environment here at Baxby Manor is important. The family has been involved in farming since Barney's great great-grandfather arrived here many moons ago, but unlike many farmers who over the years have ripped out hedges and trees to make way for crops, they have planted them! In the last 20 years, they have planted over 25 acres of woodland, carried out extensive conservation work on the hedgerows and are recognised for their large numbers of small bird and wildflower species. Having something to show and share with future generations is really important to them.
Wildlife & environment
When they built The Hideaway in 2012, Barney installed a biomass boiler to heat the water for the showers and installed a Heat Recovery Ventilation system to make sure nothing goes to waste! Caring for the environment should also include the avoidance of light pollution, so the outside lighting is minimal and uses LED’s.
The electricity is 100% Green and supplied by Octopus Energy.
There is also an abundance of wildlife such as deer, badger sets, bats, otters and much more!!
Deep in the Baxby Manor estate, half a mile from the main house and much further from everyone else, a long boardwalk weaves through the woods to the shingled and turreted Rufus’ Roost.
The fairy tale house is full of surprises, from the floor-to-ceiling windows that fill it with light, to the low mezzanine double that’s a scramble up into the attic, while the double bedrooms downstairs are more accessible. You’ll find the modern kitchen and bathroom easily enough, and the pizza oven outside with a little exploration and you’ll eventually discover the tunnel to the reading nook. Out on the veranda, nature has a good go at rivalling the surprising revelations of the space. Sit quietly and you’ll see deer and badgers in the woods below. Time your walks right and you might catch sight of kingfishers and otters down by the river and bats out hunting at dusk. When night falls, spend the evening spotting stars from the hot tub amongst the tree canopy.
This is a place to wind down, reconnect with nature and take it all in. The abundance of wildlife on the land around you is no accident. Owner Barney Smith is the fourth generation of his family to care for the estate, planting hedgerows and forests where nature can flourish. To ensure this space remains a haven of calm, the owners ask you abide by the ‘no noise between 10pm and 7am’ rule, helping keep Baxby manor as a place to relax, restore and revive yourself. There’s enough wildlife and walking on the estate itself to keep you busy for days, but the North York Moors and the Dales are nearby for even more dramatic hiking. In the other direction is Malton, a town saved by a love of food and now a hub for local artisans and producers. A day spent wandering the old town and tasting everything on offer will leave you happier and a little heavier than when you arrived.
*Please note there is a £250 damage deposit to be paid direct to the owner after booking*
Please note there is a £250 damage deposit to be paid direct to the owner after booking (due 2 weeks before arrival).
No stag or hen dos please.
The treehouse sleeps up to six in two doubles bedrooms on the ground floor plus a double bed on the mezzanine level accessed via a narrow staircase.
Bring wellies, slippers and torches.
Unlimited firewood provided (hosts ask that guests don't use wood source elsewhere and refrain from foraging kindling from the woodland onsite as it disrupts the local wildlife).
10-15 mins walk from other spaces.
Parking is 50 metres away and tracks to the treehouse are lit at night.
Wifi available.
Mobile phone signal depending on network.
Plug sockets with USB.
Please be mindful there is a 'no noise between 10pm and 7am’ rule on site, courtesy for the wildlife and people.
Key collection for Rufus's Roost is from The Hideaway campsite April-end of October. November-end of March collect from Baxby Manor - follow signs/directions included in your stay info from Barney.
During periods of sustained dry weather it may not be possible to light a fire, guests will be informed prior to or on arrival should this be the case.
This space is accessible by public transport.
On-site EV charging is available.
Sleeping arrangements
Three double beds (2 on ground floor, 1 with a climb up narrow stairs)
Extra space available
Space
for 1 baby
no charge.
travel cot, highchair, baby food warmer and sterilising equipment provided
Cooking
Kitchen equipped with induction Rangemaster oven with hobs, electric fridge-freezer, wine chiller, dishwasher
Outdoor fire pit
Wood-fired pizza oven
Washing
Private bathroom with shower, flushing toilet and basin
Hand soap provided
Heating, lighting & bedding
Bed linen and towels provided
LED smart lighting
Air source underfloor heating
Entertainment
Hot tub (electric, air source heat pump)
Board games and books
Amazon Alexa speaker with access to Spotify and online concierge service with local information
During the months of November to the end of March, key collection is from Baxby Manor House. From April to end of October it is from The Hideaway campsite.
By public transport
The nearest train station is Thirsk (10 miles). From here, you can get a taxi to the space (20-minute drive). Ensure to pre-book prior to arrival.
The nearest bus stop is in Husthwaite (1 mile).
By car
DO NOT RELY SOLELY ON YOUR SATNAV, DO NOT DRIVE DOWN INGS LANE!
From the North - A1/A19 to Thirsk, follow signs to York. Continue South on A19 ignoring the first turn-off at large crossroads signed Carlton, Husthwaite and Coxwold and carrying on through village of Thormanby. Turn 2 miles on left signed Husthwaite, Coxwold and 12th century church. Entrance to Baxby Manor is 2 miles on left, opposite a cemetery and immediately before the village sign of Husthwaite. Entrance has small triangle with wooden sign and small oak tree in middle.
Follow signs to The Hideaway
From the South - Follow A19 North from York approx 15 miles, past Easingwold, turning is on right 1 mile past second Easingwold by-pass roundabout, signed Husthwaite, Coxwold, and 12th century church. Entrance to Baxby Manor is 2 miles on the left opposite a cemetery and immediately before the village sign of Husthwaite. Entrance has triangle with wooden sign and small oak tree.
Follow signs to The Hideaway
Parking is 50 metres along a boardwalk and suspension bridge.
‘MANOR FARM’ in Carlton-Husthwaite (with a tractor on the sign) is the WRONG entrance! It may look like a perfectly well maintained tarmac road but beyond the farm it deteriorates RAPIDLY and if you manage to get past the farm you WILL ground your car and get stuck further on!
Welcome hamper provided including Baxby-made cider, apple juice and ale, marshmallows and toasting sticks, Yorkshire teabags, eco coffee bags, locally made biscuits and crackers, hot Chocolate, Yorkshire crisps, bee-bombs and family games.
Celebration Packs available to order for your special occasion, priced £30 to £95 and paid direct to the owner. Please book no less than 3 days before arrival.
Local shops
The nearest shop in Easingwold, 4 miles from the space.
The Shop at The Hideaway campsite is open April-November and supplies a few essentials.
Pubs & restaurants
The Pizza Shack (approx.10-minute walk) - Located at The Hideaway campsite, please check opening hours to avoid disappointment.
Plum & Partridge (15-minute walk) - In the village of Husthwaite.
Fauconberg (3 miles) - A proper Yorkshire pub offering great food and beer whilst sitting by an open fire.
Durham Ox (8 miles) - A cosy place offering really good food that is sourced locally where possible.
The Carlton Inn (2 miles) - A traditional English pub with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
The Old Black Bull (4 miles) - Traditional family run pub in Raskelf.
Having set up The Hideaway at Baxby Manor in 2012, Barney wanted to share what his family had created with others. Preserving the environment here at Baxby Manor is important. The family has been involved in farming since Barney's great great-grandfather arrived here many moons ago, but unlike many farmers who over the years have ripped out hedges and trees to make way for crops, they have planted them! In the last 20 years, they have planted over 25 acres of woodland, carried out extensive conservation work on the hedgerows and are recognised for their large numbers of small bird and wildflower species. Having something to show and share with future generations is really important to them.
Wildlife & environment
When they built The Hideaway in 2012, Barney installed a biomass boiler to heat the water for the showers and installed a Heat Recovery Ventilation system to make sure nothing goes to waste! Caring for the environment should also include the avoidance of light pollution, so the outside lighting is minimal and uses LED’s.
The electricity is 100% Green and supplied by Octopus Energy.
There is also an abundance of wildlife such as deer, badger sets, bats, otters and much more!!
We had a great short break away and would recommend it
31/03/2025
Karen
Tremendous!!! Fantastic attention to detail. A magical place
03/03/2025
Jenny
It was a really lovely stay with a beautiful treehouse! We absolutely loved the log burner, hot tub and pizza oven. Everything in the house was great quality and very homey.
06/01/2025
Winnie
Another amazing 4 day break in the most beautiful Tree House ever.
Lazy days spent chilling out and walking through the most charming villages.
Hot chocolate in front of the log burner when we got back then Pizzas cooked on the terrace outside.
To finish our days we enjoyed sipping our champagne in the hot tub. Heaven.
29/11/2024
Victoria
This is one of the most unique places I've had the pleasure to stay in. The information provided by the owner prior to arrival was excellent, parking was close and secure, the Treehouse itself is incredibly secluded and authentic yet completely modern. Heating, lighting and all facilities are excellent and everything from how to use the hot tub to the best walks and pubs in the area are provided on an interactive tablet. The boardwalk and other external parts of the Treehouse are lit up at night and provide an excellent backdrop for a cozy evening around a fire, in the hot tub (with bats and owls overhead every night) or inside with the log burner and TV. The slide down to another room was a great touch. The beds were very comfortable and were perfect were waking up to wildlife outside the window. We didn't actually leave the immediate vicinity for the first two days having brought plenty of food and wanting to escape for a while!
I selected this location as I thought it would be a memorable place to propose - the photos, as beautiful as they are, don't do it justice and we will be returning when we can to enjoy the memories of our engagement in true luxury.
04/11/2024
Michael
Beautiful setting and a wonderful treehouse to stay in. Could not fault the whole experience. Views overlooking fields and the countryside. Very comfortable with plenty of room for all of us. We'd love to come back, especially thinking in the winter as the views would be outstanding.
02/09/2024
Robert
Incredible and magical
11/12/2023
Sara
Amazing stay at Rufus’s Roost. The snow really made our stay perfect and the hot tub is lovely.
01/12/2023
Leanne
The treehouse is absolutely stunning, its interior is luxurious as well. It’s been such a relaxing 4 days in Rufus Roost, lighting a fire every day, being out in the middle of nowhere, peaceful and relaxing, going in the hot tub underneath the stars in the evening. It was wonderful.
20/11/2023
Sophie
An incredible remote looking treehouse with a hot tub. What more could you want!
We felt cosy and relaxed surrounded by nature!
08/11/2023
Jonny
Amazing place with stunning views. Really atmospheric and the kids loved it.
06/03/2023
Adam
I can't think of a better place for a group getaway in winter! We felt like we had the whole estate to ourselves as didn't see a soul during our stay. We walked into the warm treehouse to the sound of jazz and right away felt like we had found the perfect place to bed in for a few days. We spent our time soaking in the hot-tub, cooking up feasts, we had a cosy movie night and a competitive board game night, we went on woodland walks and just spent time enjoying each others company. Already planning when we can get the gang back together and get back to Rufus Roost next year!
01/02/2023
Helen, Canopy & Stars
It was an excellent stay at Rufus's Roost. Everything that you could ask for in a cabin in the woods was there. I, honestly, have no negative feedback whatsoever. It was an excellent stay.
27/01/2023
Justin
We had really high hopes for Rufus’s Roost after ogling the pictures for the good part of a year - and it did not disappoint! The house itself was so beautifully designed and maximized the outlook onto rolling green farmland. It had absolutely everything for a cosy, relaxed stay in nature - soft comfy beds, a well-appointed kitchen, cosy lounge area with log burner and a hot tub among the trees and surrounded by fairy lights which was perfect for for bird-watching and star-gazing. We were completely enchanted and it was the perfect setting to regroup with friends, play games and enjoy meals together.
31/10/2022
Rachel
We had a fantastic time. Rufus Roost is very high spec and well equipped. The owner is very helpful and responded to our queries promptly. Fantastic location. Sitting in the hot tub as 3 deer ran by was a highlight!
14/01/2022
Sioned
Really great place to stay, loved the hidden location, relaxing & had a great break with a few friends
27/09/2021
Sharon
Great weekend away. Unique treehouse with great views of the white horse.
03/09/2021
Ian
We had a magical 4 night stay, experiencing all that rufus roost and the surrounding area had to offer.
30/08/2021
Matthew
We had a magical time at Rufus’ Roost. We went as a couple for what should have been our honeymoon & stayed for 4 nights, we didn’t want to leave! Every detail has been so well thought out & it looks even better in real life than what it does in the pictures. We relaxed in the hot tub with some fizz, made home made pizzas in the wood fired pizza oven, went & sat round the fire pit one night toasting marshmallows and another night we had a short 10min walk to Tomahawk steak house in the village... would highly recommend!! Having a little secret games room & a full private wood makes it perfect for families and we said we’d definitely be back when we’ve got kids!! Worth every penny, couldn’t recommend it more
05/10/2020
Danielle
Amazing from start to finish! Every detail is so cleverly thought of. Amazing location. Amazing decor and design and so accommodating. Hot tub and pizza fire were great touches.
17/07/2020
Sophie
We loved it! It was so relaxing and the views were amazing!
19/02/2020
Deborah
It was incredible! Rufus's Roost is tucked away in a forest and an absolutely ideal place to relax and unwind for the weekend. I was there with 5 friends. We found the place to be very cosy, well built and loved the mix of quirky natural wood and luxurious modern design, like in the kitchen. We loved the hot tub, although it did take hours to heat up! We spent the whole weekend there just relaxing and enjoying being in a treehouse feeling hidden away from the rest of the world
24/01/2020
Sophie
I stayed in the treehouse on two consecutive trips, one as a guest with friends and then for another two nights with my family. It was lovely on both counts, there was enough to keep both entertained and the hot tub was a hit with both groups.
16/12/2019
Grace
Our stay at the treehouse was incredible! It was single handily the coolest and most characterful place we've ever stayed. Also a very accessible and well equipped accommodation, with a fantastic kitchen and lots of space, much much bigger than it looks on the pictures. The outdoor areas were amazing also with plenty of logs (was around -4 overnight for us!) to keep us warm! The hot tub and slide into the games room were particular highlights for our aging yet still immature minds! Would highly recommend to anyone!
29/11/2019
Liam
An absolute perfect stay - could not fault anything!
27/09/2019
Charlotte
Upon arrival at the Rufus Roost we were utterly amazed with the thought and effort that had gone into this treehouse, the homely features including the welcome hamper and the log burner really are a lovely touch, we woke up to stunning views every morning and found that the layout of the treehouse was very sociable, the hidden slide and board games also provided entertainment throughout our stay
06/09/2019
Becky
Our stay at rufus's roost was simply amazing!
Sitting in the trees it had a beautiful entrance walkway and on entering the property the attention to detail was second to none. From welcome basket and "alexa" assisting with extra information to the stunning views and exploring allt he little hidden surprise locations 1st impressions compare.
The property is well kitted out with gadgets and equipment to make the stay easy and comfortable but does not take away from its rustic and quirky appearance.
Beds are comfortable although the top bunkbed is pretty small and could only really fit a child or pretty small adult.
Added bonus of the wood burner hot tub was great and added to the relaxing country side break we were looking for.
The location is ideal as it has great restraints and pubs near by but also a well kitted out kitchen that meant we could really make the most of the amazing tree house.
30/08/2019
Emma
Wow! What an amazing, quirky place. I stayed with two chums, for 2 nights, as part of my birthday celebrations. It's such a tranquil place, in the midst of nature. The standard of the accommodation is incredible and so well equipped. We will definitely be back. The sounds and sights of the local wildlife is beautiful. If you want to get away from it all this is the place, but with luxurious touches
17/07/2019
Jo
We thoroughly enjoyed our few days escape at the Rufus Roost tree house. The owner Barney supplied everything we needed and was always on hand to answer our questions. The house is just as impressive on the inside as it on the outside! The kitchen, bedrooms, and bathroom are all great, and there was plenty of logs to keep the fire going. The wood-fired hot tub was such a treat, as was the wood-fired pizza oven! The views are lovey from every window, you feel very immersed in tree tops. We even had an owl make a nightly visit who perched just above house! I can’t recommend this retreat enough, hopefully I will be back one day in the near future.
19/03/2019
Daniel for Canopy & Stars
Reviews
We had a great short break away and would recommend it
31/03/2025
Karen
Tremendous!!! Fantastic attention to detail. A magical place
03/03/2025
Jenny
It was a really lovely stay with a beautiful treehouse! We absolutely loved the log burner, hot tub and pizza oven. Everything in the house was great quality and very homey.
06/01/2025
Winnie
Another amazing 4 day break in the most beautiful Tree House ever.
Lazy days spent chilling out and walking through the most charming villages.
Hot chocolate in front of the log burner when we got back then Pizzas cooked on the terrace outside.
To finish our days we enjoyed sipping our champagne in the hot tub. Heaven.
29/11/2024
Victoria
This is one of the most unique places I've had the pleasure to stay in. The information provided by the owner prior to arrival was excellent, parking was close and secure, the Treehouse itself is incredibly secluded and authentic yet completely modern. Heating, lighting and all facilities are excellent and everything from how to use the hot tub to the best walks and pubs in the area are provided on an interactive tablet. The boardwalk and other external parts of the Treehouse are lit up at night and provide an excellent backdrop for a cozy evening around a fire, in the hot tub (with bats and owls overhead every night) or inside with the log burner and TV. The slide down to another room was a great touch. The beds were very comfortable and were perfect were waking up to wildlife outside the window. We didn't actually leave the immediate vicinity for the first two days having brought plenty of food and wanting to escape for a while!
I selected this location as I thought it would be a memorable place to propose - the photos, as beautiful as they are, don't do it justice and we will be returning when we can to enjoy the memories of our engagement in true luxury.
04/11/2024
Michael
Beautiful setting and a wonderful treehouse to stay in. Could not fault the whole experience. Views overlooking fields and the countryside. Very comfortable with plenty of room for all of us. We'd love to come back, especially thinking in the winter as the views would be outstanding.
02/09/2024
Robert
Incredible and magical
11/12/2023
Sara
Amazing stay at Rufus’s Roost. The snow really made our stay perfect and the hot tub is lovely.
01/12/2023
Leanne
The treehouse is absolutely stunning, its interior is luxurious as well. It’s been such a relaxing 4 days in Rufus Roost, lighting a fire every day, being out in the middle of nowhere, peaceful and relaxing, going in the hot tub underneath the stars in the evening. It was wonderful.
20/11/2023
Sophie
An incredible remote looking treehouse with a hot tub. What more could you want!
We felt cosy and relaxed surrounded by nature!
08/11/2023
Jonny
Amazing place with stunning views. Really atmospheric and the kids loved it.
06/03/2023
Adam
I can't think of a better place for a group getaway in winter! We felt like we had the whole estate to ourselves as didn't see a soul during our stay. We walked into the warm treehouse to the sound of jazz and right away felt like we had found the perfect place to bed in for a few days. We spent our time soaking in the hot-tub, cooking up feasts, we had a cosy movie night and a competitive board game night, we went on woodland walks and just spent time enjoying each others company. Already planning when we can get the gang back together and get back to Rufus Roost next year!
01/02/2023
Helen, Canopy & Stars
It was an excellent stay at Rufus's Roost. Everything that you could ask for in a cabin in the woods was there. I, honestly, have no negative feedback whatsoever. It was an excellent stay.
27/01/2023
Justin
We had really high hopes for Rufus’s Roost after ogling the pictures for the good part of a year - and it did not disappoint! The house itself was so beautifully designed and maximized the outlook onto rolling green farmland. It had absolutely everything for a cosy, relaxed stay in nature - soft comfy beds, a well-appointed kitchen, cosy lounge area with log burner and a hot tub among the trees and surrounded by fairy lights which was perfect for for bird-watching and star-gazing. We were completely enchanted and it was the perfect setting to regroup with friends, play games and enjoy meals together.
31/10/2022
Rachel
We had a fantastic time. Rufus Roost is very high spec and well equipped. The owner is very helpful and responded to our queries promptly. Fantastic location. Sitting in the hot tub as 3 deer ran by was a highlight!
14/01/2022
Sioned
Really great place to stay, loved the hidden location, relaxing & had a great break with a few friends
27/09/2021
Sharon
Great weekend away. Unique treehouse with great views of the white horse.
03/09/2021
Ian
We had a magical 4 night stay, experiencing all that rufus roost and the surrounding area had to offer.
30/08/2021
Matthew
We had a magical time at Rufus’ Roost. We went as a couple for what should have been our honeymoon & stayed for 4 nights, we didn’t want to leave! Every detail has been so well thought out & it looks even better in real life than what it does in the pictures. We relaxed in the hot tub with some fizz, made home made pizzas in the wood fired pizza oven, went & sat round the fire pit one night toasting marshmallows and another night we had a short 10min walk to Tomahawk steak house in the village... would highly recommend!! Having a little secret games room & a full private wood makes it perfect for families and we said we’d definitely be back when we’ve got kids!! Worth every penny, couldn’t recommend it more
05/10/2020
Danielle
Amazing from start to finish! Every detail is so cleverly thought of. Amazing location. Amazing decor and design and so accommodating. Hot tub and pizza fire were great touches.
17/07/2020
Sophie
We loved it! It was so relaxing and the views were amazing!
19/02/2020
Deborah
It was incredible! Rufus's Roost is tucked away in a forest and an absolutely ideal place to relax and unwind for the weekend. I was there with 5 friends. We found the place to be very cosy, well built and loved the mix of quirky natural wood and luxurious modern design, like in the kitchen. We loved the hot tub, although it did take hours to heat up! We spent the whole weekend there just relaxing and enjoying being in a treehouse feeling hidden away from the rest of the world
24/01/2020
Sophie
I stayed in the treehouse on two consecutive trips, one as a guest with friends and then for another two nights with my family. It was lovely on both counts, there was enough to keep both entertained and the hot tub was a hit with both groups.
16/12/2019
Grace
Our stay at the treehouse was incredible! It was single handily the coolest and most characterful place we've ever stayed. Also a very accessible and well equipped accommodation, with a fantastic kitchen and lots of space, much much bigger than it looks on the pictures. The outdoor areas were amazing also with plenty of logs (was around -4 overnight for us!) to keep us warm! The hot tub and slide into the games room were particular highlights for our aging yet still immature minds! Would highly recommend to anyone!
29/11/2019
Liam
An absolute perfect stay - could not fault anything!
27/09/2019
Charlotte
Upon arrival at the Rufus Roost we were utterly amazed with the thought and effort that had gone into this treehouse, the homely features including the welcome hamper and the log burner really are a lovely touch, we woke up to stunning views every morning and found that the layout of the treehouse was very sociable, the hidden slide and board games also provided entertainment throughout our stay
06/09/2019
Becky
Our stay at rufus's roost was simply amazing!
Sitting in the trees it had a beautiful entrance walkway and on entering the property the attention to detail was second to none. From welcome basket and "alexa" assisting with extra information to the stunning views and exploring allt he little hidden surprise locations 1st impressions compare.
The property is well kitted out with gadgets and equipment to make the stay easy and comfortable but does not take away from its rustic and quirky appearance.
Beds are comfortable although the top bunkbed is pretty small and could only really fit a child or pretty small adult.
Added bonus of the wood burner hot tub was great and added to the relaxing country side break we were looking for.
The location is ideal as it has great restraints and pubs near by but also a well kitted out kitchen that meant we could really make the most of the amazing tree house.
30/08/2019
Emma
Wow! What an amazing, quirky place. I stayed with two chums, for 2 nights, as part of my birthday celebrations. It's such a tranquil place, in the midst of nature. The standard of the accommodation is incredible and so well equipped. We will definitely be back. The sounds and sights of the local wildlife is beautiful. If you want to get away from it all this is the place, but with luxurious touches
17/07/2019
Jo
We thoroughly enjoyed our few days escape at the Rufus Roost tree house. The owner Barney supplied everything we needed and was always on hand to answer our questions. The house is just as impressive on the inside as it on the outside! The kitchen, bedrooms, and bathroom are all great, and there was plenty of logs to keep the fire going. The wood-fired hot tub was such a treat, as was the wood-fired pizza oven! The views are lovey from every window, you feel very immersed in tree tops. We even had an owl make a nightly visit who perched just above house! I can’t recommend this retreat enough, hopefully I will be back one day in the near future.
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Our ‘from price’ is based on a four night stay in low season and designed to help you to compare different prices across our collection. Some of our Owners vary their nightly rates and check in days throughout the year, so it may differ from the rate quoted below the calendar. It is quite common (although by no means universal) for places to charge a little more in peak season or for shorter stays, to cover changeover costs. Consider booking longer stays during the cooler months if you’re looking for the lowest nightly rates.
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.
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31/03/2025