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Dragon Cruck feels like it grew out of the woods that surround it, which, given the very local sourcing of the timber, it pretty much did. Tree surgeon Mike and his team crafted every inch of the quiet spot among the trees, from the curve of the camp kitchen roof to the dragon joint for which the cabin is named. The result is an open, peaceful space where you can drift from the kitchen to the deck, from the fire bowl to bed. Not forgetting the pizza oven to add to the outdoor cooking experience! In the evening, candles, solar lighting and lanterns plus the glow of the wood-burner fill the cabin and its clearing with a soft light and let the stars shine through. Step outside on to the deck to glimpse a view of the Vyrnwy Valley stretching away into the distance. About 25m away from the cabin you’ll find the compost loo and 100m away the shower pod.
The Vyrnwy valley isn’t just great to look at, but also for wild swimming, canoeing and picnic spots in the hills. Mike is a mountain guide as well as a craftsman and can set you off on hiking routes as challenging or gentle as you like. Snowdonia is just an hour away, but trails straight from the door could keep you busy for days. If you’re looking for a calmer stay, then visit Shrewsbury, ride the Welshpool steam train, drop into Powis castle or explore Montgomery, a quaint castle town with great cafés and a Michelin star pub. To avoid getting back in the car, make the 10-minute walk to the local shop at Meifod, where you can stock up on cooking basics or a bottle of wine. Mike and Rachel thoroughly recommend the Derwen Farm Shop too.
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Essentials
The important stuff
Check in: 4 pm
Check out: 10 am
Owners advise you to bring torches, wellies/walking boots, food, warm clothes and waterproofs
An initial supply of wood, kindling and firelighters are provided free of charge. Extra logs can be purchased on site. Kindling and firelighters can be purchased in the honesty shop
Good mobile phone signal
If bringing children, please be aware that the wood burner does not have a fireguard. Only children over the age of 4 are allowed
This space is accessible by public transport
Bike storage is available
Sleeping arrangements
One king-size bed
Extra space available
Space
for 1 child
from £30 per child per night . Please bring own mattress and own bedding
Space
for 1 baby
no charge.
Please bring your own cot and bedding
Cooking
Triple gas burner, fire bowl and pizza oven in camp kitchen adjacent to the cabin
Cool box
All cooking equipment provided
Washing
Private compost loo 25m away and gas powered shower - totally private to Dragon Cruck guests
The nearest train station is Welshpool Train Station (7 miles). From here, you can book a taxi to the space (20-minute drive).
The closest public EV charger is in Derwen Garden Centre and Cafe Farm Shop (10-minute drive).
By car:
Parking is 100 m from the cabin. Luggage barrow is provided.
Coming from Welshpool on the A495 into Meifod:
Take the first left signposted Cobra Rugby Club. Go past the Rugy Club, over the bridge, take the next left turning up Glyndwrs way. Pass a stone house on the right, then just by the entrance to the next brick house (Hillcroft) on the right take the bridle way track up through the woods. The rough track doubles back on itself and Sunnylea is at the top just over a mile from Meifod. Please ring if you get lost. We share a postcode with 6 others so don’t rely on sat nav!
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Food & Drink
At Sunnylea
Condiments, oil, tea and sugar are provided.
Welcome pack including Welsh cakes, seasonal fruit, flowers.
There is an on-site shop with basic essentials and local produce.
Local shops
The nearest shop is in Meifod (20 min walk).
All major supermarkets in Welshpool offer food delivery services. Please book your slot in advance.
Places to eat
King's Head (20 min walk) - proudly serve quality ales, food and wine.
Plas Yn Dinas (7.7 miles) - country food, fine ales and dog friendly. Bookings recommended on 01691 829055.
The Raven Inn (6.6. miles) - locally sourced food and drink.
Just 3 Drops (15 min drive) - Bistro.
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Activities
At Sunnylea
Make pizzas in your private pizza oven
Mike is a qualified mountain walk leader and would be happy to tailor guided walks for you
Great nearby River Vyrnwy for swimming, picnics, canoeing
Places to visit
Shrewsbury-a major shopping town with pubs, restaurants usual shops and a new Theatre isworht a trip if you don't mind a drive - 40 minute drive away
Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway - Built in 1902 - great fun steaming between the two towns - 15 minute drive away
Powis Castle – Amazing National Trust property with its famous gardens - 20 minute drive away
The Royal Oak in Welshpool is a great little venue for live music on a Friday night and comedy shows - 15 minute drive away
Derwen Farm Shop - A family run shop where you can buy all you need and more for delicious meals, all next door to the loveliest garden and plant centre you can find. The Dingle nurseries are up the road near Welshpool - best plant suppliers in the country! - 10 minute drive away
Montgomery - a cute little town with castle, art gallery, Michelin star pub, cafes and the best hardware store ever!
Outdoor & Active
Walking - Without getting in a car you can spend days walking on some beautiful routes just on the Sleepout's doorstep. Further afield, a short drive can take you up to the hills and moors for the more adventurous walker. The midst of Snowdonia National Park is only an hour away.
Pistyll Rhaedr is Britain’s tallest single drop waterfall with some wild walks above to the Berwyn moors - 30 minute drive away
Lake Vyrnwy Dam is an impressive feat of Victorian engineering with beautiful walks up the valleys and hills, Tea rooms by the dam and a hotel bar on the hill. Can rent out bikes and boats - 25 minute drive away
Fishing - Newbridge Farm in Powys is great for fishing, just ask Rachel and Mike for details. Alternatively, you can take a boat out onto Lake Vrynwy, a 30 minute drive away
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Meet your hosts
Meet Rachel & Mike
Rachel and Mike have been thinking about sharing The Sleepout for years. Mike is a tree surgeon and sourced the wood for The Sleepout from various local interestingly shaped trees. He's also a qualified Mountain Leader helping out with The Duke of Edinburgh Scheme. Rach is a gardener/botanist and grows mad amounts of veggies to feed everyone. She helps out with the Severn Rivers Trust and does biological recording for the 2020 Flora of Britain. They have two daughters; Polly who’s studying for her A levels and Rosie who’s studying Interior Design at Falmouth Uni.
"We have plans to create more wacky spaces in the future!"
Wildlife & Environment
Sunnylea is situated in its own 7 acres of woodlands and meadows and the gardens look down onto the sleepy village of Meifod, a mile away in the valley below. We are directly on Glyndwr’s Way! And Offa’s Dyke path isn’t far. Great walks through the woods directly above the Sleepout and into the forest beyond which is teaming with wildlife. The Sleepout uses the owners' own water supply, solar lights, and compost loo. they are self-sufficient in the summer months! There are lots of birds, foxes, badgers, rabbits, squirrels, pheasants, ravens, buzzards, occasional red kite, jays, woodpeckers, siskins etc.. to spot.
Dragon Cruck feels like it grew out of the woods that surround it, which, given the very local sourcing of the timber, it pretty much did. Tree surgeon Mike and his team crafted every inch of the quiet spot among the trees, from the curve of the camp kitchen roof to the dragon joint for which the cabin is named. The result is an open, peaceful space where you can drift from the kitchen to the deck, from the fire bowl to bed. Not forgetting the pizza oven to add to the outdoor cooking experience! In the evening, candles, solar lighting and lanterns plus the glow of the wood-burner fill the cabin and its clearing with a soft light and let the stars shine through. Step outside on to the deck to glimpse a view of the Vyrnwy Valley stretching away into the distance. About 25m away from the cabin you’ll find the compost loo and 100m away the shower pod.
The Vyrnwy valley isn’t just great to look at, but also for wild swimming, canoeing and picnic spots in the hills. Mike is a mountain guide as well as a craftsman and can set you off on hiking routes as challenging or gentle as you like. Snowdonia is just an hour away, but trails straight from the door could keep you busy for days. If you’re looking for a calmer stay, then visit Shrewsbury, ride the Welshpool steam train, drop into Powis castle or explore Montgomery, a quaint castle town with great cafés and a Michelin star pub. To avoid getting back in the car, make the 10-minute walk to the local shop at Meifod, where you can stock up on cooking basics or a bottle of wine. Mike and Rachel thoroughly recommend the Derwen Farm Shop too.
Owners advise you to bring torches, wellies/walking boots, food, warm clothes and waterproofs
An initial supply of wood, kindling and firelighters are provided free of charge. Extra logs can be purchased on site. Kindling and firelighters can be purchased in the honesty shop
Good mobile phone signal
If bringing children, please be aware that the wood burner does not have a fireguard. Only children over the age of 4 are allowed
This space is accessible by public transport
Bike storage is available
Sleeping arrangements
One king-size bed
Extra space available
Space
for 1 child
from £30 per child per night . Please bring own mattress and own bedding
Space
for 1 baby
no charge.
Please bring your own cot and bedding
Cooking
Triple gas burner, fire bowl and pizza oven in camp kitchen adjacent to the cabin
Cool box
All cooking equipment provided
Washing
Private compost loo 25m away and gas powered shower - totally private to Dragon Cruck guests
The nearest train station is Welshpool Train Station (7 miles). From here, you can book a taxi to the space (20-minute drive).
The closest public EV charger is in Derwen Garden Centre and Cafe Farm Shop (10-minute drive).
By car:
Parking is 100 m from the cabin. Luggage barrow is provided.
Coming from Welshpool on the A495 into Meifod:
Take the first left signposted Cobra Rugby Club. Go past the Rugy Club, over the bridge, take the next left turning up Glyndwrs way. Pass a stone house on the right, then just by the entrance to the next brick house (Hillcroft) on the right take the bridle way track up through the woods. The rough track doubles back on itself and Sunnylea is at the top just over a mile from Meifod. Please ring if you get lost. We share a postcode with 6 others so don’t rely on sat nav!
Mike is a qualified mountain walk leader and would be happy to tailor guided walks for you
Great nearby River Vyrnwy for swimming, picnics, canoeing
Places to visit
Shrewsbury-a major shopping town with pubs, restaurants usual shops and a new Theatre isworht a trip if you don't mind a drive - 40 minute drive away
Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway - Built in 1902 - great fun steaming between the two towns - 15 minute drive away
Powis Castle – Amazing National Trust property with its famous gardens - 20 minute drive away
The Royal Oak in Welshpool is a great little venue for live music on a Friday night and comedy shows - 15 minute drive away
Derwen Farm Shop - A family run shop where you can buy all you need and more for delicious meals, all next door to the loveliest garden and plant centre you can find. The Dingle nurseries are up the road near Welshpool - best plant suppliers in the country! - 10 minute drive away
Montgomery - a cute little town with castle, art gallery, Michelin star pub, cafes and the best hardware store ever!
Outdoor & Active
Walking - Without getting in a car you can spend days walking on some beautiful routes just on the Sleepout's doorstep. Further afield, a short drive can take you up to the hills and moors for the more adventurous walker. The midst of Snowdonia National Park is only an hour away.
Pistyll Rhaedr is Britain’s tallest single drop waterfall with some wild walks above to the Berwyn moors - 30 minute drive away
Lake Vyrnwy Dam is an impressive feat of Victorian engineering with beautiful walks up the valleys and hills, Tea rooms by the dam and a hotel bar on the hill. Can rent out bikes and boats - 25 minute drive away
Fishing - Newbridge Farm in Powys is great for fishing, just ask Rachel and Mike for details. Alternatively, you can take a boat out onto Lake Vrynwy, a 30 minute drive away
Rachel and Mike have been thinking about sharing The Sleepout for years. Mike is a tree surgeon and sourced the wood for The Sleepout from various local interestingly shaped trees. He's also a qualified Mountain Leader helping out with The Duke of Edinburgh Scheme. Rach is a gardener/botanist and grows mad amounts of veggies to feed everyone. She helps out with the Severn Rivers Trust and does biological recording for the 2020 Flora of Britain. They have two daughters; Polly who’s studying for her A levels and Rosie who’s studying Interior Design at Falmouth Uni.
"We have plans to create more wacky spaces in the future!"
Wildlife & Environment
Sunnylea is situated in its own 7 acres of woodlands and meadows and the gardens look down onto the sleepy village of Meifod, a mile away in the valley below. We are directly on Glyndwr’s Way! And Offa’s Dyke path isn’t far. Great walks through the woods directly above the Sleepout and into the forest beyond which is teaming with wildlife. The Sleepout uses the owners' own water supply, solar lights, and compost loo. they are self-sufficient in the summer months! There are lots of birds, foxes, badgers, rabbits, squirrels, pheasants, ravens, buzzards, occasional red kite, jays, woodpeckers, siskins etc.. to spot.
We had a lovely 3 night stay and thoroughly enjoyed our visit to mid Wales it’s a beautiful country. The Dragon Cruck is skilfully made and is pretty amazing, it was warm comfortable a real treasure find! We loved it!
20/08/2024
Diana
The heavenly serenity and peace of this place hit us the moment we arrived. It was a magical place. We wanted for nothing. Every detail had been thought of by hosts Mike and Rach and nothing too much for them to help us with. So restorative to get back to nature. We will definitely be returning.
29/07/2024
Alison
Wonderful, felt connected with nature but whilst also managing to be snug during some downpours.
14/06/2024
Abby
Had a great stay at the Dragon Cruck, Mike was friendly and gave us some good walking tips. The place itself is beautiful and so peaceful, everything is well thought through. I was a bit worried about going in October as I thought it might be too cold but the log burner makes it so cosy and snug.
12/10/2023
Alice
We had an absolutely lovely time. The Dragon Cruck was magical. Peace and quite and lots of wildlife around to watch. Mike and Rachel were very helpful with suggestions of places to go and see
21/08/2023
Penny
Perfect. Every detail has been considered and catered for. As soon as we arrived we were planning our next stay.
14/08/2023
Gordon
We stayed for 4 days, 3 nights from 15th July until 18th for our 30th Wedding anniversary. It was superb a total departure from the normal stuff we do but the tranquility the space and the relaxation was fantastic. Its an enchanting place and whilst the facilities are 'basic' its great to get back to nature and doing a bit yourself, chopping kindling etc was a bit unexpected but we loved it and we are definitely going back with friends or family who can have the sleepout across the field. The track isn't as bad as we thought it might be to get there and even the rubbish weather was all part of the stay watching the rain lashing whilst in front of your log burner. Can't praise it enough
15/07/2023
Christopher
The Dragon Cruck is a beautifully crafted sustainability paradise, set in a lovely woodland with a glorious view up the valley. We felt truly at ease and relaxed here. Our hosts provided all we needed and left us to it. Wonderful.
23/06/2023
Andrew
Absolutely fantastic stay. My favourite accomodation ever. AMAZING handcrafted structure, Beautiful setting, very welcoming, just perfect.
This is a special place.
For us it was the perfect combination of cooking and eating outside, being right in the middle of nature BUT with a beautiful cosy indoor space with a comfortable bed, woolly blankets, fairy lights and all the views.
We didn't want for anything - thanks to the info we received beforehand and all the special touches from Mike and Rachel.
We will definitely return for another proper break from busy lives.
21/10/2022
fee
Dragon Cruck is a beautiful escape from the world and into nature. Beautifully put together to sit in nature with views over the valley. We lounged in the hammock, made pizza in the pizza oven and went for walks up the hill.
26/08/2022
Catherine
Absolutely brilliant. The Dragon’s Cruck was beautifully designed with super little details both inside and outside the cabin. The hosts Rachel and Mike had a real eye for detail. The eating area was well stocked with all the kitchen equipment we needed. A beautiful area to walk in, in a lovely part of the country. We will definitely be going back to stay there again.
15/08/2022
Louise
Our stay at Dragon Cruck was absolutely fantastic. It was exactly what we needed to reset and ground ourselves after a busy few months in the city. Dragon Cruck is so well equipped with everything you need. You really do only need to take food and clothes with you! The scenery all around is stunning.
12/08/2022
julie
If you are looking for a relaxing piece of solitude this is the place for you. Simply amazing place to stay.
28/05/2022
MICHELLE
We had a lovely stay at the dragon cruck, amazing location and it was more than we could have hoped for, perfect place really, very inspiring!
09/05/2022
Laura
Even more lovely than the photographs suggest. Perfect location for a rejuvenating break. Very comfortable, well equipped and clean. A unique and beautiful building. Thoroughly enjoy the pizza oven!
24/03/2022
Jane
Superbly thought through. Everything as promised and delightful.
11/03/2022
Sam
Beautiful cabin and location. We loved every little touch. Cosy in winter from a storm outside.
31/12/2021
Ria
Such a magical time at dragon cruck, gorgeous cabin and outdoor kitchen, wonderful view, cosy and comfortable and just simply perfect. Loved every minute!
12/11/2021
Emily
Absolutely fabulous place to stay. The pictures were exactly as it was. Beautiful setting, well equipped, comfortable. Clean, warm with the wood burner, fabulous walks. Just a perfect 3 days.
18/10/2021
Sally
The building and craftsmanship is so impressive and the small details throughout really make it, from the log lined path up to the property, to the hammock and fairy lights. Lots of thought has been put into it, lovely area with views. Wished we had stayed for longer. Great escape from the world.
01/10/2021
Carly
We've done a few glamping trips and this is definitely a new favourite. The setting and the build itself is so beautiful. It felt like an absolute treat everyday waking up here and coming back to the cabin after exploring the nearby lake and waterfalls. We didn't miss anything about home for the four days we were here. A great escape.
17/09/2021
Amy
Relaxing, peaceful, beautiful, lovely, wonderful
20/08/2021
Noel
A very restful "off grid" experience. All the essentials taken care of but remote enough to be able to switch off and enjoy the natural surroundings for a week. Perfectly private and isolated in a beautiful light piece of woodland with wildflower meadow adjacent.
07/08/2021
Sarah
Absolutely magical place. So beautiful, quiet and comfortable
09/07/2021
Marie
We loved our stay at the Dragon Cruck, it was relaxing and peaceful and like nowhere else we've stayed before. We loved the magical little touches that made it even more special.
06/07/2021
Megan
Perfect, magical place. Totally private and peaceful. A wonderful place built with love and combining the dragon building style with the dragon of Wales. Beautiful surroundings and lovely hosts.
28/06/2021
Deborah
We were absolutely delighted with Dragon Cruck. It was a wonderful innovative design, full of exposed wood, beautifully crafted, and set in idyllic woodland on a hillside. The outdoor kitchen was a joy to cook in - particularly the pizza oven - and there was an array of seating, all with lovely views over the valley and fields. Everything was beautifully presented, with many clever, fun touches. It felt a luxurious holiday - but also eco-friendly (good for the conscience and soul) and we really relished the local walks and the chance to just enjoy the trees, plants and wildlife. The hosts, Rachel and Mike, were friendly and welcoming, albeit at a necessary distance during these Covid times!
25/06/2021
jenny
We had a magical weekend at Dragon Cruck for our anniversary. The cabin was beautiful and had so many sweet intricate aspects. We enjoyed the peace and privacy tucked away into the forest and didn't come across anyone else the whole time. Using the walking guides and maps we went on a few walks without having to drive anywhere and swam in the river nearby. We made lots of delicious food in the outdoor kitchen including pizza in the pizza oven! We were so sad to leave, would definitely book again!
18/06/2021
Steph
Although the weather was great too - we loved this place. The view, the flowers, the woods, the facilities - it was so totally wonderful.
01/06/2021
Rob
We had the most wonderful 3 nights here, so relaxing, it was lovely to switch off. The views are spectacular and the accommodation is beautiful. Can’t recommend it enough.
24/05/2021
Rachael
A welcome break from the hamster wheel of life. Beautiful setting and fabulous facilities.
Very friendly and welcoming hosts
10/05/2021
Sophy
We stayed for a long weekend at the Dragon Cruck house. It’s beautifully crafted and very unique, and had all the home comforts you needed. Scenery was spectacular, we didn’t really leave the local area but found plenty of nice places to walk. The kitchen was brilliant and very well equipped and all the little unique decorative touches were so clever and whimsical, we were always spotting new things. The compost loo was a sweet little addition and not too far to stumble in the middle of the night! The little honesty shop was great too, I could have spent hours in there and lots of money! My partner absolutely loved chopping wood and getting the fire going!
16/04/2021
Lauren
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at dragons cruck, Mike and Rachel were very accommodating and lovely! The cabin itself is absolutely breathtaking and the views are enough to make you want to stay longer! You can tell the cabin has been made with lots of thought and love as the woodwork is very impressive
09/04/2021
Mali
A beautiful and relaxing place to stay. Lovely and warm with the wood burner! A little bit of a trek to the shower, but that's the only down side. Really loved it, and we are hoping to go back in the summer.
19/11/2020
Helen
Impressive cabin and really enjoyed using the pizza oven. Staying at Dragon Cruck has been a cool experience.
26/09/2020
Sohini
Dragon Cruck is a beautiful location with stunning views by day and starry views at night. It's was an oasis!
19/09/2020
Jade
We really enjoyed our stay at dragon cruck. The building was beautiful and so were the surroundings. It was so peaceful and relaxing.
11/09/2020
Alex
We booked a couple of nights for my wifes birthday and we had the most amazing time. We have 2 young children so we had a couple of days getaway just the two of us and it was the most relaxing beautiful place we could imagine... amazing little walks, sitting outside making fires and homemade pizzas in the pizza oven and drinking cocktails. We'll definitely be booking again for next year as it couldn't have been more perfect
02/09/2020
Liam
Wonderful, peaceful break from reality.
29/08/2020
Dawm
This is an amazing cabin in the woods. We went to celebrate my husband's 40th & had the most chilled out weekend. The weather wasn't the best but we felt very sheltered in the outdoor seating area with the fire blazing. Inside is so cosy & magical with the fairy lights, candles & woodstove as well as the king sized bed which was the most comfortable bed ever! Amazing views across the valley and lots of lovely walking in your doorstep. We will definitely return.
21/08/2020
Rachel
Absolutely fantastic!! An amazing location to relax, unwind and explore the local area. The pizza oven is a lovely addition and if you fancy a drink or food out there is a vert nice local about 15mins walk just down the hill over a picturesque river. In the evening you can relax by the fire and take it the surroundings. Perfect location to watch the sunset. We went to celebrate our wedding anniversary and we have memories that we will never forget form staying at Dragon Cruck. We will definitely be back!!
18/07/2020
Ian
A place to step out of the race and into nature.
Creative genius,dragons cruck was truly mesmarising in every way,from the moment you step out of the car,the silence and fresh air hits you.
The magical walk into the woods to find the cruck instantly woke my imagination and excitment for the adventure about to begin.
seeing this amazing structure gently placed in such a perfect sight over looking mountains as far as the eye can see,I was in total awe of the craftsmanship,time and effort it had taken to create such a thing of beauty.
Warm and inviting it takes you back to basics.
Learning to build fires with my hubby,cooking out in the brilliantly made kitchen where you'll find a pizza oven as well as every thing you need to cook a slap up meal or cooking hotdogs over the fire.
Waking to the smell of wood and looking out over the horizon helped me to revive ready for work and home life again daily walks leading from the cruck in every direction,easy to find and helpfully mapped out in the welcome book provided.
Such a special place and the hosts were brilliant,anything you need they were happy to help!
Cant wait to go back!
06/03/2020
Keli
We chose dragon cruck because its seemed remote and peaceful, just from the photos it seemed like something out of a fairy tale but the photos really didn't do it any justice, when we got there it was beautiful the view was amazing and it was just everything we had hoped for
02/03/2020
India
Fantastic stay at Dragon Cruck. From the moment we arrived we fell in love with the place. The facilities where outstanding and location was perfect. The cabin itself was beautiful and was so warm and cosy, even though we stayed here in the middle of winter. The Pizza Oven was a nice touch, which we used daily. We can't wait to return, such a inspiring place.
31/12/2019
Robert
Love every second!! Fabulous property, lovely hosts and a wonderful location. Enjoyed getting back to basics by chopping firewood and spending the evenings playing board games under candle light. Highly recommend and can’t wait to visit again!
28/12/2019
Alex
Absolutely amazing stay.
Great setting and location. Both Mike and Rachel were lovely too! Very welcoming and friendly.
I would reccomend this to anyone.
11/12/2019
Harvey
Mike has hand crafted an amazing getaway. All the little details like the fairy toilet to the little dragons. I stayed in wind and rain and the kitchen although outside was well sheltered and had everything you could need.
I highly recommend people to stay here.
09/12/2019
Felicity
We had the most amazing and relaxing time. Peace, tranquility and billions of stars! Loved every minute.
25/10/2019
Steve
We had a short 2 night stay at Dragon Cruck and loved it! It was a really special place, very peaceful and tucked away from the world. The pizza oven was a highlight and the cabin was perfect for the 2 of us. Would highly recommend!
13/10/2019
Kate
Unusual property in country location
06/10/2019
Karen
The site was beautifully placed to be easily accessible and yet hidden in the trees. The craftsmanship in the building is wonderful, lots of care and attention to detail. I loved the dragons feet hinges to the arched window doors. The weather was appalling but we were warm and comfortable with the wood burner on and enjoyed our adventure with the pizza oven and cooking in the outdoor kitchen. From September onwards, an inside light source, stronger than the tea lights provided, was needed, as it was dark by 7.00. Apart from that it was a perfect get away.
26/09/2019
Kate
A wonderful off grid hut in the woods.
23/09/2019
Paul
Amazing place to stay. Connect with nature. So comfortable. Hosts very friendly.
17/09/2019
Dave&carol
We had a most relaxing 3-day weekend here and felt completely away from everything. It's a remarkable place and impressively crafted by Mike. It's so well equipped too - bring supplies and you're set. We cooked over the fire pit and made pizzas in the over. There's a great walk from the cabin and plenty to see in the surrounding area. Little touches such as a jug of herbs show how much thought is put into this place. We'd love to go back!
06/09/2019
Patrick
Absolutely Phenomenal! A truly fairly tale place for a magical honeymoon for a pair of outdoorsy types. The atmosphere was unbeatable and facilities were suited to all our needs.
02/09/2019
Dawn
We was absolutely amazed by the dragons cruck, the workmanship is outstanding. It was very peaceful with beautiful views. We loved the pizza oven. The hosts were very pleasant and helpful. There is lovely walks and not to far away is the river where you can have lovely walks along. Would definitely be going back.
22/07/2019
Yvonne
What an incredibly stunning place to spend our honeymoon. It was everything we wanted and more. Beautiful scenery to match the outstanding craftsmanship. We loved snoozing in the hammock, baking pizzas, sitting by the fire and calling this a home from home. Totally heartwarming.
13/07/2019
Nikki
This place is amazing, beautifully crafted, hidden in the woods. We managed to make a pizza, quite successfully. The fire inside keeps you nice and warm, the bed comfortable and the kitchen has everything you need. Such a relaxing place to stay and just be. Mike was very welcoming and knowledgeable. Highly recommend and have already recommended to family and friends
10/06/2019
Alison
Very relaxed. Great location! Mike was very friendly and welcoming. Loved the Dragon Cruck.
02/06/2019
Kester
We had a delightful, memorable honeymoon at the Dragon Cruck. It is such a beautiful creation, so quiet, beautifully situated amidst nature, and absolutely private. Our hosts were kind and discrete, and everything was perfectly prepared for our stay. We would love to go back...
13/05/2019
Julian
It was perfect, everything was thought out so carefully to create a truly homely and relaxing stay. It was beautifully crafted and we loved the getting back to nature feel of the candles, firepit, pizza oven etc whilst still being cosy with everything we needed. We were made to feel completely at home, and felt like we had our own little world, absolutely just what we were wanting.
11/03/2019
Felicity
We had an amazing stay the first time in September, we knew we would be back! It was just as incredible this time around and lovely to see the changing seasons in the surrounding woodland. I also wanted to propose to my long time Girlfriend Lucy, which I did on the second night, by the fire. This place is truly special to us now.
16/11/2018
Matt
Fantastic, just what we needed to escape the usual errands of daily life. Beautiful surroundings and the cabin was the product of some very impressive craftsmanship. We were concerned it would be cold but even when it dropped down to minus 6 we were completely unaware of how cold it was as it was so cosy in our cabin. We enjoyed cooking outside taking in the autumnal nature around us.
28/10/2018
Helen
It was the most wonderful stay and we have stayed in some beautiful places in the past. This was one we will treasure in our memories..
Dragons Cruck was so beautifully crafted and had such luxury to everything that was in the living area and the most fabulous outside space. To wake up to such a beautiful view in an amazing and comfy bed was amazing. The leaves were all colours when looking through the beautiful window with the log fire keeping you cosy. This is a place for true relaxation..
The outside space was fab, you didn't want for anything. The Pizza oven was a blast! it cooked our pizza in a minute and everything else in the kitchen area was great. The room with the loo has the best view ! take some time to enjoy it lol but watch out for the fairies! you will see what I mean when you get there. I cannot recommended this place enough . A massive shout out to the hosts for sharing such a magical place
04/10/2018
Sam and Frank
We had the most amazing stay at the Dragon Cruck! The accommodation itself was an absolute masterpiece of craftsmanship and the facilities were perfect for glamping. It felt very wild and secluded but with the right amount of home comforts. The Pizza oven and log burners were fantastic to use and really added to the experience. The location is great for walks in the forest which we took advantage of numerous times. Over all the best C&S stay we have had so far. we are already looking to return next year!
10/09/2018
Matt
Dragon Cruck is a very special place - somewhere to relax, reflect, collect your thoughts and re-evaluate life’s priorities. We had a lovely time, tranquil two night’s stay and we will dfinately be visiting again.
20/08/2018
Bethan
It was absolutely amazing; never in my life have I seen such a brilliant place, handmade and made with love over a two year period by the owners. It is newly let and we were only about the 4th paying guests. We were stunned by it’s beauty. It was incredibly well equipped with a fantastic kitchen area, jam packed with everything we needed and more. The towels & linen, even the t-towels were beautifully laundered and crisp & both the washing up area and cabin were a sight to behold. It smelled amazing, a mixture of wood and woodsmoke with a hint of lavender-even a jug of fresh sweet peas awaited us with welsh cakes and raspberries-we loved every minute!! The toilet was like something from a fairytale; like Rapunzel’s loo! The shower was incredible too, great handmade touch and a beautiful spiral roof with an abundance of lovely hot water too. Owners on site and contactable by mobile telephone. Rachel even texted to ask our ETA and they were there to meet and welcome us. Breakfast hamper was incredible; all local produce - sausage, bacon, eggs, mushrooms, tomatoes, butter, apple juice etc, was a delight to cook and eat.
06/08/2018
Kay
Just got back from an incredible overnight stay at the Dragon Cruck. The location is in a beautiful & secluded part of Powys, with the rather rough & rocky entrance track complementing the final stage of the journey into what feels like the middle of nowhere. Discovering the Dragon Cruck itself is an experience, it's a tree surgeon & carpenters combined work of art, using natural wood shapes to create a unique pair of structures nestled in the woodland. Our stay was very peaceful & relaxing, with more than enough amenities to make it a comfortable experience while still feeling like a little adventure. Highly recommended!
26/07/2018
Owen
We're super excited to be adding Rachel & Mike's latest space. A wonderful addition to the collection. The feedback for The Sleepout should give you a good feel for what it will be like. Book a stay and be the first to write a review!
We had a lovely 3 night stay and thoroughly enjoyed our visit to mid Wales it’s a beautiful country. The Dragon Cruck is skilfully made and is pretty amazing, it was warm comfortable a real treasure find! We loved it!
20/08/2024
Diana
The heavenly serenity and peace of this place hit us the moment we arrived. It was a magical place. We wanted for nothing. Every detail had been thought of by hosts Mike and Rach and nothing too much for them to help us with. So restorative to get back to nature. We will definitely be returning.
29/07/2024
Alison
Wonderful, felt connected with nature but whilst also managing to be snug during some downpours.
14/06/2024
Abby
Had a great stay at the Dragon Cruck, Mike was friendly and gave us some good walking tips. The place itself is beautiful and so peaceful, everything is well thought through. I was a bit worried about going in October as I thought it might be too cold but the log burner makes it so cosy and snug.
12/10/2023
Alice
We had an absolutely lovely time. The Dragon Cruck was magical. Peace and quite and lots of wildlife around to watch. Mike and Rachel were very helpful with suggestions of places to go and see
21/08/2023
Penny
Perfect. Every detail has been considered and catered for. As soon as we arrived we were planning our next stay.
14/08/2023
Gordon
We stayed for 4 days, 3 nights from 15th July until 18th for our 30th Wedding anniversary. It was superb a total departure from the normal stuff we do but the tranquility the space and the relaxation was fantastic. Its an enchanting place and whilst the facilities are 'basic' its great to get back to nature and doing a bit yourself, chopping kindling etc was a bit unexpected but we loved it and we are definitely going back with friends or family who can have the sleepout across the field. The track isn't as bad as we thought it might be to get there and even the rubbish weather was all part of the stay watching the rain lashing whilst in front of your log burner. Can't praise it enough
15/07/2023
Christopher
The Dragon Cruck is a beautifully crafted sustainability paradise, set in a lovely woodland with a glorious view up the valley. We felt truly at ease and relaxed here. Our hosts provided all we needed and left us to it. Wonderful.
23/06/2023
Andrew
Absolutely fantastic stay. My favourite accomodation ever. AMAZING handcrafted structure, Beautiful setting, very welcoming, just perfect.
This is a special place.
For us it was the perfect combination of cooking and eating outside, being right in the middle of nature BUT with a beautiful cosy indoor space with a comfortable bed, woolly blankets, fairy lights and all the views.
We didn't want for anything - thanks to the info we received beforehand and all the special touches from Mike and Rachel.
We will definitely return for another proper break from busy lives.
21/10/2022
fee
Dragon Cruck is a beautiful escape from the world and into nature. Beautifully put together to sit in nature with views over the valley. We lounged in the hammock, made pizza in the pizza oven and went for walks up the hill.
26/08/2022
Catherine
Absolutely brilliant. The Dragon’s Cruck was beautifully designed with super little details both inside and outside the cabin. The hosts Rachel and Mike had a real eye for detail. The eating area was well stocked with all the kitchen equipment we needed. A beautiful area to walk in, in a lovely part of the country. We will definitely be going back to stay there again.
15/08/2022
Louise
Our stay at Dragon Cruck was absolutely fantastic. It was exactly what we needed to reset and ground ourselves after a busy few months in the city. Dragon Cruck is so well equipped with everything you need. You really do only need to take food and clothes with you! The scenery all around is stunning.
12/08/2022
julie
If you are looking for a relaxing piece of solitude this is the place for you. Simply amazing place to stay.
28/05/2022
MICHELLE
We had a lovely stay at the dragon cruck, amazing location and it was more than we could have hoped for, perfect place really, very inspiring!
09/05/2022
Laura
Even more lovely than the photographs suggest. Perfect location for a rejuvenating break. Very comfortable, well equipped and clean. A unique and beautiful building. Thoroughly enjoy the pizza oven!
24/03/2022
Jane
Superbly thought through. Everything as promised and delightful.
11/03/2022
Sam
Beautiful cabin and location. We loved every little touch. Cosy in winter from a storm outside.
31/12/2021
Ria
Such a magical time at dragon cruck, gorgeous cabin and outdoor kitchen, wonderful view, cosy and comfortable and just simply perfect. Loved every minute!
12/11/2021
Emily
Absolutely fabulous place to stay. The pictures were exactly as it was. Beautiful setting, well equipped, comfortable. Clean, warm with the wood burner, fabulous walks. Just a perfect 3 days.
18/10/2021
Sally
The building and craftsmanship is so impressive and the small details throughout really make it, from the log lined path up to the property, to the hammock and fairy lights. Lots of thought has been put into it, lovely area with views. Wished we had stayed for longer. Great escape from the world.
01/10/2021
Carly
We've done a few glamping trips and this is definitely a new favourite. The setting and the build itself is so beautiful. It felt like an absolute treat everyday waking up here and coming back to the cabin after exploring the nearby lake and waterfalls. We didn't miss anything about home for the four days we were here. A great escape.
17/09/2021
Amy
Relaxing, peaceful, beautiful, lovely, wonderful
20/08/2021
Noel
A very restful "off grid" experience. All the essentials taken care of but remote enough to be able to switch off and enjoy the natural surroundings for a week. Perfectly private and isolated in a beautiful light piece of woodland with wildflower meadow adjacent.
07/08/2021
Sarah
Absolutely magical place. So beautiful, quiet and comfortable
09/07/2021
Marie
We loved our stay at the Dragon Cruck, it was relaxing and peaceful and like nowhere else we've stayed before. We loved the magical little touches that made it even more special.
06/07/2021
Megan
Perfect, magical place. Totally private and peaceful. A wonderful place built with love and combining the dragon building style with the dragon of Wales. Beautiful surroundings and lovely hosts.
28/06/2021
Deborah
We were absolutely delighted with Dragon Cruck. It was a wonderful innovative design, full of exposed wood, beautifully crafted, and set in idyllic woodland on a hillside. The outdoor kitchen was a joy to cook in - particularly the pizza oven - and there was an array of seating, all with lovely views over the valley and fields. Everything was beautifully presented, with many clever, fun touches. It felt a luxurious holiday - but also eco-friendly (good for the conscience and soul) and we really relished the local walks and the chance to just enjoy the trees, plants and wildlife. The hosts, Rachel and Mike, were friendly and welcoming, albeit at a necessary distance during these Covid times!
25/06/2021
jenny
We had a magical weekend at Dragon Cruck for our anniversary. The cabin was beautiful and had so many sweet intricate aspects. We enjoyed the peace and privacy tucked away into the forest and didn't come across anyone else the whole time. Using the walking guides and maps we went on a few walks without having to drive anywhere and swam in the river nearby. We made lots of delicious food in the outdoor kitchen including pizza in the pizza oven! We were so sad to leave, would definitely book again!
18/06/2021
Steph
Although the weather was great too - we loved this place. The view, the flowers, the woods, the facilities - it was so totally wonderful.
01/06/2021
Rob
We had the most wonderful 3 nights here, so relaxing, it was lovely to switch off. The views are spectacular and the accommodation is beautiful. Can’t recommend it enough.
24/05/2021
Rachael
A welcome break from the hamster wheel of life. Beautiful setting and fabulous facilities.
Very friendly and welcoming hosts
10/05/2021
Sophy
We stayed for a long weekend at the Dragon Cruck house. It’s beautifully crafted and very unique, and had all the home comforts you needed. Scenery was spectacular, we didn’t really leave the local area but found plenty of nice places to walk. The kitchen was brilliant and very well equipped and all the little unique decorative touches were so clever and whimsical, we were always spotting new things. The compost loo was a sweet little addition and not too far to stumble in the middle of the night! The little honesty shop was great too, I could have spent hours in there and lots of money! My partner absolutely loved chopping wood and getting the fire going!
16/04/2021
Lauren
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at dragons cruck, Mike and Rachel were very accommodating and lovely! The cabin itself is absolutely breathtaking and the views are enough to make you want to stay longer! You can tell the cabin has been made with lots of thought and love as the woodwork is very impressive
09/04/2021
Mali
A beautiful and relaxing place to stay. Lovely and warm with the wood burner! A little bit of a trek to the shower, but that's the only down side. Really loved it, and we are hoping to go back in the summer.
19/11/2020
Helen
Impressive cabin and really enjoyed using the pizza oven. Staying at Dragon Cruck has been a cool experience.
26/09/2020
Sohini
Dragon Cruck is a beautiful location with stunning views by day and starry views at night. It's was an oasis!
19/09/2020
Jade
We really enjoyed our stay at dragon cruck. The building was beautiful and so were the surroundings. It was so peaceful and relaxing.
11/09/2020
Alex
We booked a couple of nights for my wifes birthday and we had the most amazing time. We have 2 young children so we had a couple of days getaway just the two of us and it was the most relaxing beautiful place we could imagine... amazing little walks, sitting outside making fires and homemade pizzas in the pizza oven and drinking cocktails. We'll definitely be booking again for next year as it couldn't have been more perfect
02/09/2020
Liam
Wonderful, peaceful break from reality.
29/08/2020
Dawm
This is an amazing cabin in the woods. We went to celebrate my husband's 40th & had the most chilled out weekend. The weather wasn't the best but we felt very sheltered in the outdoor seating area with the fire blazing. Inside is so cosy & magical with the fairy lights, candles & woodstove as well as the king sized bed which was the most comfortable bed ever! Amazing views across the valley and lots of lovely walking in your doorstep. We will definitely return.
21/08/2020
Rachel
Absolutely fantastic!! An amazing location to relax, unwind and explore the local area. The pizza oven is a lovely addition and if you fancy a drink or food out there is a vert nice local about 15mins walk just down the hill over a picturesque river. In the evening you can relax by the fire and take it the surroundings. Perfect location to watch the sunset. We went to celebrate our wedding anniversary and we have memories that we will never forget form staying at Dragon Cruck. We will definitely be back!!
18/07/2020
Ian
A place to step out of the race and into nature.
Creative genius,dragons cruck was truly mesmarising in every way,from the moment you step out of the car,the silence and fresh air hits you.
The magical walk into the woods to find the cruck instantly woke my imagination and excitment for the adventure about to begin.
seeing this amazing structure gently placed in such a perfect sight over looking mountains as far as the eye can see,I was in total awe of the craftsmanship,time and effort it had taken to create such a thing of beauty.
Warm and inviting it takes you back to basics.
Learning to build fires with my hubby,cooking out in the brilliantly made kitchen where you'll find a pizza oven as well as every thing you need to cook a slap up meal or cooking hotdogs over the fire.
Waking to the smell of wood and looking out over the horizon helped me to revive ready for work and home life again daily walks leading from the cruck in every direction,easy to find and helpfully mapped out in the welcome book provided.
Such a special place and the hosts were brilliant,anything you need they were happy to help!
Cant wait to go back!
06/03/2020
Keli
We chose dragon cruck because its seemed remote and peaceful, just from the photos it seemed like something out of a fairy tale but the photos really didn't do it any justice, when we got there it was beautiful the view was amazing and it was just everything we had hoped for
02/03/2020
India
Fantastic stay at Dragon Cruck. From the moment we arrived we fell in love with the place. The facilities where outstanding and location was perfect. The cabin itself was beautiful and was so warm and cosy, even though we stayed here in the middle of winter. The Pizza Oven was a nice touch, which we used daily. We can't wait to return, such a inspiring place.
31/12/2019
Robert
Love every second!! Fabulous property, lovely hosts and a wonderful location. Enjoyed getting back to basics by chopping firewood and spending the evenings playing board games under candle light. Highly recommend and can’t wait to visit again!
28/12/2019
Alex
Absolutely amazing stay.
Great setting and location. Both Mike and Rachel were lovely too! Very welcoming and friendly.
I would reccomend this to anyone.
11/12/2019
Harvey
Mike has hand crafted an amazing getaway. All the little details like the fairy toilet to the little dragons. I stayed in wind and rain and the kitchen although outside was well sheltered and had everything you could need.
I highly recommend people to stay here.
09/12/2019
Felicity
We had the most amazing and relaxing time. Peace, tranquility and billions of stars! Loved every minute.
25/10/2019
Steve
We had a short 2 night stay at Dragon Cruck and loved it! It was a really special place, very peaceful and tucked away from the world. The pizza oven was a highlight and the cabin was perfect for the 2 of us. Would highly recommend!
13/10/2019
Kate
Unusual property in country location
06/10/2019
Karen
The site was beautifully placed to be easily accessible and yet hidden in the trees. The craftsmanship in the building is wonderful, lots of care and attention to detail. I loved the dragons feet hinges to the arched window doors. The weather was appalling but we were warm and comfortable with the wood burner on and enjoyed our adventure with the pizza oven and cooking in the outdoor kitchen. From September onwards, an inside light source, stronger than the tea lights provided, was needed, as it was dark by 7.00. Apart from that it was a perfect get away.
26/09/2019
Kate
A wonderful off grid hut in the woods.
23/09/2019
Paul
Amazing place to stay. Connect with nature. So comfortable. Hosts very friendly.
17/09/2019
Dave&carol
We had a most relaxing 3-day weekend here and felt completely away from everything. It's a remarkable place and impressively crafted by Mike. It's so well equipped too - bring supplies and you're set. We cooked over the fire pit and made pizzas in the over. There's a great walk from the cabin and plenty to see in the surrounding area. Little touches such as a jug of herbs show how much thought is put into this place. We'd love to go back!
06/09/2019
Patrick
Absolutely Phenomenal! A truly fairly tale place for a magical honeymoon for a pair of outdoorsy types. The atmosphere was unbeatable and facilities were suited to all our needs.
02/09/2019
Dawn
We was absolutely amazed by the dragons cruck, the workmanship is outstanding. It was very peaceful with beautiful views. We loved the pizza oven. The hosts were very pleasant and helpful. There is lovely walks and not to far away is the river where you can have lovely walks along. Would definitely be going back.
22/07/2019
Yvonne
What an incredibly stunning place to spend our honeymoon. It was everything we wanted and more. Beautiful scenery to match the outstanding craftsmanship. We loved snoozing in the hammock, baking pizzas, sitting by the fire and calling this a home from home. Totally heartwarming.
13/07/2019
Nikki
This place is amazing, beautifully crafted, hidden in the woods. We managed to make a pizza, quite successfully. The fire inside keeps you nice and warm, the bed comfortable and the kitchen has everything you need. Such a relaxing place to stay and just be. Mike was very welcoming and knowledgeable. Highly recommend and have already recommended to family and friends
10/06/2019
Alison
Very relaxed. Great location! Mike was very friendly and welcoming. Loved the Dragon Cruck.
02/06/2019
Kester
We had a delightful, memorable honeymoon at the Dragon Cruck. It is such a beautiful creation, so quiet, beautifully situated amidst nature, and absolutely private. Our hosts were kind and discrete, and everything was perfectly prepared for our stay. We would love to go back...
13/05/2019
Julian
It was perfect, everything was thought out so carefully to create a truly homely and relaxing stay. It was beautifully crafted and we loved the getting back to nature feel of the candles, firepit, pizza oven etc whilst still being cosy with everything we needed. We were made to feel completely at home, and felt like we had our own little world, absolutely just what we were wanting.
11/03/2019
Felicity
We had an amazing stay the first time in September, we knew we would be back! It was just as incredible this time around and lovely to see the changing seasons in the surrounding woodland. I also wanted to propose to my long time Girlfriend Lucy, which I did on the second night, by the fire. This place is truly special to us now.
16/11/2018
Matt
Fantastic, just what we needed to escape the usual errands of daily life. Beautiful surroundings and the cabin was the product of some very impressive craftsmanship. We were concerned it would be cold but even when it dropped down to minus 6 we were completely unaware of how cold it was as it was so cosy in our cabin. We enjoyed cooking outside taking in the autumnal nature around us.
28/10/2018
Helen
It was the most wonderful stay and we have stayed in some beautiful places in the past. This was one we will treasure in our memories..
Dragons Cruck was so beautifully crafted and had such luxury to everything that was in the living area and the most fabulous outside space. To wake up to such a beautiful view in an amazing and comfy bed was amazing. The leaves were all colours when looking through the beautiful window with the log fire keeping you cosy. This is a place for true relaxation..
The outside space was fab, you didn't want for anything. The Pizza oven was a blast! it cooked our pizza in a minute and everything else in the kitchen area was great. The room with the loo has the best view ! take some time to enjoy it lol but watch out for the fairies! you will see what I mean when you get there. I cannot recommended this place enough . A massive shout out to the hosts for sharing such a magical place
04/10/2018
Sam and Frank
We had the most amazing stay at the Dragon Cruck! The accommodation itself was an absolute masterpiece of craftsmanship and the facilities were perfect for glamping. It felt very wild and secluded but with the right amount of home comforts. The Pizza oven and log burners were fantastic to use and really added to the experience. The location is great for walks in the forest which we took advantage of numerous times. Over all the best C&S stay we have had so far. we are already looking to return next year!
10/09/2018
Matt
Dragon Cruck is a very special place - somewhere to relax, reflect, collect your thoughts and re-evaluate life’s priorities. We had a lovely time, tranquil two night’s stay and we will dfinately be visiting again.
20/08/2018
Bethan
It was absolutely amazing; never in my life have I seen such a brilliant place, handmade and made with love over a two year period by the owners. It is newly let and we were only about the 4th paying guests. We were stunned by it’s beauty. It was incredibly well equipped with a fantastic kitchen area, jam packed with everything we needed and more. The towels & linen, even the t-towels were beautifully laundered and crisp & both the washing up area and cabin were a sight to behold. It smelled amazing, a mixture of wood and woodsmoke with a hint of lavender-even a jug of fresh sweet peas awaited us with welsh cakes and raspberries-we loved every minute!! The toilet was like something from a fairytale; like Rapunzel’s loo! The shower was incredible too, great handmade touch and a beautiful spiral roof with an abundance of lovely hot water too. Owners on site and contactable by mobile telephone. Rachel even texted to ask our ETA and they were there to meet and welcome us. Breakfast hamper was incredible; all local produce - sausage, bacon, eggs, mushrooms, tomatoes, butter, apple juice etc, was a delight to cook and eat.
06/08/2018
Kay
Just got back from an incredible overnight stay at the Dragon Cruck. The location is in a beautiful & secluded part of Powys, with the rather rough & rocky entrance track complementing the final stage of the journey into what feels like the middle of nowhere. Discovering the Dragon Cruck itself is an experience, it's a tree surgeon & carpenters combined work of art, using natural wood shapes to create a unique pair of structures nestled in the woodland. Our stay was very peaceful & relaxing, with more than enough amenities to make it a comfortable experience while still feeling like a little adventure. Highly recommended!
26/07/2018
Owen
We're super excited to be adding Rachel & Mike's latest space. A wonderful addition to the collection. The feedback for The Sleepout should give you a good feel for what it will be like. Book a stay and be the first to write a review!
09/07/2018
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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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