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A unique, sustainable building, nestled into the trees and built on the side of a hill. Sip a G&T from the beechwood on the deck with views over a meadow and woodland teeming with wildlife
It’s a clever design, following the principles of architect Walter Segal, famed for his pioneering approach to sustainable and adaptable building. A mainly wooden interior dances with different textures and tones, unexpected curves add softness and from each wide window the trees look in. You may find yourself longing for a dramatic rainstorm so you can enjoy it from inside or feel embroiled in it on the covered veranda. The meadow encourages hundreds of butterflies, bees and dragonflies which, in turn, supports a lively returning swallow population, resident nuthatches, many finches, wrens and song thrushes. You'll find staples waiting for you including eggs from the owners' hens and a loaf of freshly baked bread. Visit The Kings Arms in Stockland, a proper community pub, with home cooked food and regular live music - it's an uphill 2.5-mile stumble home, but that might be fun too.
Join the walking path from the woodland behind you – locally called Turbary. From the site you can reach Goren Farm for a cream tea or homemade cider and walks along mown paths through stunning wildflower meadows. The best treat is right here though – on a clear day, climb to the top of The Crator, a level picnic spot with far-reaching views. Indoors there are books, backgammon, chess, cards, cookery books and bird books – even a guitar with songbooks.
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Essentials
The important stuff
Check in: 4 pm
Check out: 10:30 am
Please bring wellies and wet weather gear
Please be aware of seasonal farming activities that happen near the site such as silaging
Initial amount of firewood provided. Extra can be purchased on site
Limited mobile phone signal
During low season the owners are very flexible on check-in days and duration of stay. Please contact owners after booking to enquire
The owners, their family and two dogs live on site and will often be about. But you will have sole use of The Hide's large fenced garden and access to the meadow and picnic viewpoint from there
Dogs: if you wish to bring more than one dog, please email bookings@canopyandstars.co.uk and inform the size and breed of your dog to check if possible (we always welcome photos of the dogs too!)
Sleeping arrangements
One king-size bed
Extra space available
Space
for 1 pet
from £20 per pet per stay Food and water bowls provided. Please bring your dogs bed
Space
for 1 adult
from £20 per adult per night Sleeping on a sofa bed in the main living space.
///grove.moons.cheerful - What3Words is a new more accurate version of a postcode. This will take you directly to where you need to park so we recommend using this in your Sat Nav, but always remember to look at the owners’ directions too!
By car
By putting the postcode EX149DA into the SatNav you will arrive in exactly the right place. Whichever direction you arrive from you will eventually be travelling on either the A30 (or the A35 if coming from the southeast). The village of Stockland is very easy to find and is directly signposted from both of these roads. They are about 5 miles east of Honiton or 5 miles west of Axminster or 12 miles southwest of Ilminster. Hill's Cross Hide is located 2 and a half miles before you reach the village of Stockland. After exiting the A30 towards Stockland you travel along a very long straight road called Stockland Hill. After 1.7 miles you take a left-hand turn signposted to Stockland.
If you are travelling from the A35 you will join Stockland Hill from the opposite direction and need to travel 5.3 miles passing turnings to Dalwood, Ham, Broadhayes and Heathstock (and a very tall communications mast) before taking a righthand turn to Stockland. You will shortly pass a house on your left with blue windows (GoldenSquare) and then start descending the hill into Stockland. They are the next house on the left, just after a sharp bend in the road. They are on the left-hand side of a crossroads called Shortmoor Cross and their house also has blue window frames and a sunroom looking directly onto the road with multiple red geraniums in it. Turn left here and the parking and gateway to The Hide are on the left-hand side. Once parked, you enter up some steps and through your gateway before following the pathway along the side of The Hide.
By public transport
Honiton or Axminster both have train stations and are both about 5 miles from the site.
The nearest airport is Exeter.
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Food & Drink
At Hill's Cross
The owners supply a basic welcome pack including eggs (from their very own free-range chickens), bread made in their restaurant, butter, milk, tea, coffee, sugar, oil, vinegar, salt and pepper.
It may be possible for the owners to provide a breakfast hamper, please contact them after booking for more details.
Local shops
There is a small village shop in Dalwood which is the neighbouring village, 3.5 miles away. Otherwise, the nearest bigger shop is Millers Farm Shop on the outskirts of Axminster, 5.6 miles away. There is also a Tescos in Axminster. Honiton is also 5 miles away and has a Tescos, Lidls, Aldi. Sidmouth has the nearest Waitrose which is 15 miles away.
Pubs & restaurants
The Kings Arms, Stockland (1.25 miles) - This is the local and will be yours too! Open seven days a week serving delicious home-cooked food and regular live music. A proper community pub which we strongly recommend booking in advance as it gets very busy. You can walk here but it will be uphill all the way home!
The Holt, Honiton (4.8 miles) - The owners very own restaurant and smokehouse so biased probably! But outstanding food and excellent service, for less bias check out TripAdvisor reviews!
Town Mill Bakery, Lyme Regis (14 miles) - Great breakfast and fortification station if you make it early to Lyme Regis. Homebaked sourdough and pastries, can be busy but worth the wait.
Rousden Kitchen, Rousden (8.8 miles) - Like being on the set of apocalypse now with great coffee and food! Loud music pervades over homemade sourdough and croissants, just don't ask to change anything...there is no need. Not vegan friendly.
The Hive Beach Cafe, Burton Bradstock (19 miles) - Beyond Lyme Regis, good quality food right on the beach, wonderful setting, can be insanely busy.
Hix Oyster and Fish House, Lyme Regis (14 miles) - Mark Hix seafood restaurant. Probably one of the best views from a restaurant in Dorset. Enjoy oysters and cocktails in a stunning setting. Quite pricey, but definitely another reason to visit Lyme Regis.
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Activities
At Hill's Cross
Immediately behind The Hide is ancient woodland which is locally called Turbary and is common land. There are multiple local walks from here.
The owners would encourage guests to use The Crator, especially as a good place to watch the sunrise a ‘sunupper’ breakfast can be provided as well as a 'sundowner hamper' for guests to climb to the ridge and watch the sunset on the other side of the hill.
Places to visit
Burrow Farm Gardens is just 3.5 miles away. East Devons Secret Garden has 13 acres of lovingly designed gardens with colour throughout the year. Also has tea rooms and a specialist nursery.
Lyme Regis is the nearest seaside town with fantastic fossil hunting, a lively cafe scene, delicious local seafood and its famous Cobb Harbour. You can also take boat rides from the harbour.
A little further is Bridport and West Bay, both renowned for a bohemian feel and lively arts scene. West Bay has great seafood, Bridport has a lively and eclectic market scene with regular Wednesday and Saturday street markets and bi-monthly vintage and antique markets and farmers markets.
Very close by is Honiton (4.5 miles) which is long famed for its multiple antique shops and Axminster (5 miles) has a weekly farmers market in the town square on Thursdays.
Branscombe is worth a visit alone. The longest village in the UK it meanders through a beautiful valley to the sea. You can park at The Village Hall and take a scenic 20-minute stroll to the sea.
Outdoor & active
For active days out the owners would recommend the South West Coast path and the Jurassic Coast. In 2001 it was inscribed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for the outstanding universal value of its rocks, fossils and landforms. It remains England’s only natural World Heritage Site. There are several beautiful stretches really close by. Charmouth Beach is a favourite with family and there is a Golden Cap cliff walk from there.
The beautifully ramshackle Goren Farm. Just a miles walk from the site, stunning wildflower meadows where you can wander through mowed pathways, take a picnic to enjoy on a strategically placed bench or order a homemade Cream Tea or homemade Cider.
Burton Bradstock has stunning sandstone cliff formations and a popular beachside eatery there called Hive Beach Cafe.
A little further into Dorset is the stretch of Chesil Beach to Portland Bill. Back into Devon is the stunning stretch of coastal path between Beer (you can hire boats for mackerel fishing here), Branscombe and Seaton. Each beach with its own character and with far-reaching coastal views.
Locally the owners visit several nature reserves for lovely walks. Shute Woods is (10 minutes drive), Hembury Fort (20 mins), Trinity Hill Nature Reserve (20 minutes and right next to River Cottage HQ), East Hill Strips (15 minutes away). So although there are some lovely rural lanes for dog walking right outside the front door, a short car journey will provide you with many options!
National Parks of Dartmoor and Exmoor. Both are really accessible as day trips and can be reached in just over an hour.
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Meet your hosts
Meet Becks and Joe
Becks and Joe met almost 20 years ago, and they have meandered through some real adventures together. Their first joint enterprise was The Holt restaurant which they still run today, Toast Café came next, before the real challenge of their two children! They bought Hill's Cross in 2017.
But with a young family and two businesses, they always thought it would take them some time. 2020 forced change, cue old friend, talented chippy and expert in restoring unusual spaces, Adam Burgess. Adam has lived on-site for much of the last year and he and Joe have thoughtfully and painstakingly transformed what was already a beautifully designed space into guest accommodation. The space inhabits years of friendships, creativity and love. It is literally a dream come true.
Wildlife & the environment
Hill's Cross has been run as an organic smallholding for nearly 40 years and is located in the Blackdown Hills which is a National Landscape. Becks and Joe have been here for four years and are just starting to find their feet. Their main aim is to operate in harmony with the natural world and to encourage biodiversity as much as they can.
The meadow which is directly outside The Hide encourages hundreds of butterflies, bees, dragonflies, crickets and in turn a varied bird population. They have seen both types of woodpecker nesting in the treeline visible from the Hide. They also have a lively returning swallow population, resident nuthatches, blue tits, long tail tits, coal tits, bullfinches, goldfinches, chaffinches, wrens, song thrushes, buzzards & recently they saw a kite. Birdwatching is very rewarding here! Nighttime visitors include bats and owls. They have seen foxes and deer from the bed within the Hide.
It’s a clever design, following the principles of architect Walter Segal, famed for his pioneering approach to sustainable and adaptable building. A mainly wooden interior dances with different textures and tones, unexpected curves add softness and from each wide window the trees look in. You may find yourself longing for a dramatic rainstorm so you can enjoy it from inside or feel embroiled in it on the covered veranda. The meadow encourages hundreds of butterflies, bees and dragonflies which, in turn, supports a lively returning swallow population, resident nuthatches, many finches, wrens and song thrushes. You'll find staples waiting for you including eggs from the owners' hens and a loaf of freshly baked bread. Visit The Kings Arms in Stockland, a proper community pub, with home cooked food and regular live music - it's an uphill 2.5-mile stumble home, but that might be fun too.
Join the walking path from the woodland behind you – locally called Turbary. From the site you can reach Goren Farm for a cream tea or homemade cider and walks along mown paths through stunning wildflower meadows. The best treat is right here though – on a clear day, climb to the top of The Crator, a level picnic spot with far-reaching views. Indoors there are books, backgammon, chess, cards, cookery books and bird books – even a guitar with songbooks.
Please be aware of seasonal farming activities that happen near the site such as silaging
Initial amount of firewood provided. Extra can be purchased on site
Limited mobile phone signal
During low season the owners are very flexible on check-in days and duration of stay. Please contact owners after booking to enquire
The owners, their family and two dogs live on site and will often be about. But you will have sole use of The Hide's large fenced garden and access to the meadow and picnic viewpoint from there
Dogs: if you wish to bring more than one dog, please email bookings@canopyandstars.co.uk and inform the size and breed of your dog to check if possible (we always welcome photos of the dogs too!)
Sleeping arrangements
One king-size bed
Extra space available
Space
for 1 pet
from £20 per pet per stay Food and water bowls provided. Please bring your dogs bed
Space
for 1 adult
from £20 per adult per night Sleeping on a sofa bed in the main living space.
///grove.moons.cheerful - What3Words is a new more accurate version of a postcode. This will take you directly to where you need to park so we recommend using this in your Sat Nav, but always remember to look at the owners’ directions too!
By car
By putting the postcode EX149DA into the SatNav you will arrive in exactly the right place. Whichever direction you arrive from you will eventually be travelling on either the A30 (or the A35 if coming from the southeast). The village of Stockland is very easy to find and is directly signposted from both of these roads. They are about 5 miles east of Honiton or 5 miles west of Axminster or 12 miles southwest of Ilminster. Hill's Cross Hide is located 2 and a half miles before you reach the village of Stockland. After exiting the A30 towards Stockland you travel along a very long straight road called Stockland Hill. After 1.7 miles you take a left-hand turn signposted to Stockland.
If you are travelling from the A35 you will join Stockland Hill from the opposite direction and need to travel 5.3 miles passing turnings to Dalwood, Ham, Broadhayes and Heathstock (and a very tall communications mast) before taking a righthand turn to Stockland. You will shortly pass a house on your left with blue windows (GoldenSquare) and then start descending the hill into Stockland. They are the next house on the left, just after a sharp bend in the road. They are on the left-hand side of a crossroads called Shortmoor Cross and their house also has blue window frames and a sunroom looking directly onto the road with multiple red geraniums in it. Turn left here and the parking and gateway to The Hide are on the left-hand side. Once parked, you enter up some steps and through your gateway before following the pathway along the side of The Hide.
By public transport
Honiton or Axminster both have train stations and are both about 5 miles from the site.
The owners supply a basic welcome pack including eggs (from their very own free-range chickens), bread made in their restaurant, butter, milk, tea, coffee, sugar, oil, vinegar, salt and pepper.
It may be possible for the owners to provide a breakfast hamper, please contact them after booking for more details.
Local shops
There is a small village shop in Dalwood which is the neighbouring village, 3.5 miles away. Otherwise, the nearest bigger shop is Millers Farm Shop on the outskirts of Axminster, 5.6 miles away. There is also a Tescos in Axminster. Honiton is also 5 miles away and has a Tescos, Lidls, Aldi. Sidmouth has the nearest Waitrose which is 15 miles away.
Pubs & restaurants
The Kings Arms, Stockland (1.25 miles) - This is the local and will be yours too! Open seven days a week serving delicious home-cooked food and regular live music. A proper community pub which we strongly recommend booking in advance as it gets very busy. You can walk here but it will be uphill all the way home!
The Holt, Honiton (4.8 miles) - The owners very own restaurant and smokehouse so biased probably! But outstanding food and excellent service, for less bias check out TripAdvisor reviews!
Town Mill Bakery, Lyme Regis (14 miles) - Great breakfast and fortification station if you make it early to Lyme Regis. Homebaked sourdough and pastries, can be busy but worth the wait.
Rousden Kitchen, Rousden (8.8 miles) - Like being on the set of apocalypse now with great coffee and food! Loud music pervades over homemade sourdough and croissants, just don't ask to change anything...there is no need. Not vegan friendly.
The Hive Beach Cafe, Burton Bradstock (19 miles) - Beyond Lyme Regis, good quality food right on the beach, wonderful setting, can be insanely busy.
Hix Oyster and Fish House, Lyme Regis (14 miles) - Mark Hix seafood restaurant. Probably one of the best views from a restaurant in Dorset. Enjoy oysters and cocktails in a stunning setting. Quite pricey, but definitely another reason to visit Lyme Regis.
Immediately behind The Hide is ancient woodland which is locally called Turbary and is common land. There are multiple local walks from here.
The owners would encourage guests to use The Crator, especially as a good place to watch the sunrise a ‘sunupper’ breakfast can be provided as well as a 'sundowner hamper' for guests to climb to the ridge and watch the sunset on the other side of the hill.
Places to visit
Burrow Farm Gardens is just 3.5 miles away. East Devons Secret Garden has 13 acres of lovingly designed gardens with colour throughout the year. Also has tea rooms and a specialist nursery.
Lyme Regis is the nearest seaside town with fantastic fossil hunting, a lively cafe scene, delicious local seafood and its famous Cobb Harbour. You can also take boat rides from the harbour.
A little further is Bridport and West Bay, both renowned for a bohemian feel and lively arts scene. West Bay has great seafood, Bridport has a lively and eclectic market scene with regular Wednesday and Saturday street markets and bi-monthly vintage and antique markets and farmers markets.
Very close by is Honiton (4.5 miles) which is long famed for its multiple antique shops and Axminster (5 miles) has a weekly farmers market in the town square on Thursdays.
Branscombe is worth a visit alone. The longest village in the UK it meanders through a beautiful valley to the sea. You can park at The Village Hall and take a scenic 20-minute stroll to the sea.
Outdoor & active
For active days out the owners would recommend the South West Coast path and the Jurassic Coast. In 2001 it was inscribed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for the outstanding universal value of its rocks, fossils and landforms. It remains England’s only natural World Heritage Site. There are several beautiful stretches really close by. Charmouth Beach is a favourite with family and there is a Golden Cap cliff walk from there.
The beautifully ramshackle Goren Farm. Just a miles walk from the site, stunning wildflower meadows where you can wander through mowed pathways, take a picnic to enjoy on a strategically placed bench or order a homemade Cream Tea or homemade Cider.
Burton Bradstock has stunning sandstone cliff formations and a popular beachside eatery there called Hive Beach Cafe.
A little further into Dorset is the stretch of Chesil Beach to Portland Bill. Back into Devon is the stunning stretch of coastal path between Beer (you can hire boats for mackerel fishing here), Branscombe and Seaton. Each beach with its own character and with far-reaching coastal views.
Locally the owners visit several nature reserves for lovely walks. Shute Woods is (10 minutes drive), Hembury Fort (20 mins), Trinity Hill Nature Reserve (20 minutes and right next to River Cottage HQ), East Hill Strips (15 minutes away). So although there are some lovely rural lanes for dog walking right outside the front door, a short car journey will provide you with many options!
National Parks of Dartmoor and Exmoor. Both are really accessible as day trips and can be reached in just over an hour.
Becks and Joe met almost 20 years ago, and they have meandered through some real adventures together. Their first joint enterprise was The Holt restaurant which they still run today, Toast Café came next, before the real challenge of their two children! They bought Hill's Cross in 2017.
But with a young family and two businesses, they always thought it would take them some time. 2020 forced change, cue old friend, talented chippy and expert in restoring unusual spaces, Adam Burgess. Adam has lived on-site for much of the last year and he and Joe have thoughtfully and painstakingly transformed what was already a beautifully designed space into guest accommodation. The space inhabits years of friendships, creativity and love. It is literally a dream come true.
Wildlife & the environment
Hill's Cross has been run as an organic smallholding for nearly 40 years and is located in the Blackdown Hills which is a National Landscape. Becks and Joe have been here for four years and are just starting to find their feet. Their main aim is to operate in harmony with the natural world and to encourage biodiversity as much as they can.
The meadow which is directly outside The Hide encourages hundreds of butterflies, bees, dragonflies, crickets and in turn a varied bird population. They have seen both types of woodpecker nesting in the treeline visible from the Hide. They also have a lively returning swallow population, resident nuthatches, blue tits, long tail tits, coal tits, bullfinches, goldfinches, chaffinches, wrens, song thrushes, buzzards & recently they saw a kite. Birdwatching is very rewarding here! Nighttime visitors include bats and owls. They have seen foxes and deer from the bed within the Hide.
A quiet countryside retreat to read, write, stargaze and relax in nature. I lay in bed watching deer in the field, sat in numerous comfy spots around the cabin, reading and writing. The kitchen had everything I needed, plus the breakfast hamper was delicious. The Hide has you tucked away from it all, but also easy walking distance to a lovely local pub and a short drive from the nearest town or beach. My favourite spot was in bed with tea looking out across the field and up at ‘the crator’ eating food alfresco, reading and at night stargazing and listening to the owls. The cabin was spotless, clean, warm, and cosy, also the bathroom had a hot powerful shower. The owners were really helpful - and their place The Holt is a nicd spot for food, plus the family gin welcome gift was an added bonus. I stayed three nights and wish I had stayed longer!
28/02/2025
Helena
Really cozy cabin in beautiful surroundings, fully stocked with everything you could need.
24/01/2025
Becky
We had a lovely, relaxing stay at The Hide. We needed to escape the craziness of every day life for a few days and we were able to do just that. The cabin was peaceful and cosy, so much so that even our young, excitable dog succumbed to afternoon snoozes. We also enjoyed a delicious birthday meal for my partner at the owner's restaurant The Holt. A big thank you to Becks and Joe.
01/11/2024
Christine, Canopy & Stars
We stayed 4 nights at the end of September for a birthday treat. The Hide is a lovely cabin in a great location in Devon, especially for walks in the hills or just relaxing with a book or watching the stars. Loved the setup, and the kitchen is fully stocked to get you going if you want to cook for yourself. We took day trips to Bridport for the market, and Lyme Regis to walk along the coast. If we had more time we'd have explored this lovely part of the country more but we also wanted to spend time relaxing in The Hide too. A walk to the local village pub which also does lovely food takes about 30 mins.
27/09/2024
Ross
It was a very relaxing and peaceful stay, I had a lovely time thank you. The hosts were really welcoming and helpful.
20/09/2024
Kate
We had a wonderful stay at Hill’s Cross Hide, Becks and Joe were so welcoming and the cabin was perfect. It’s a really stylish and cosy space with everything you need for a relaxing weekend away. The welcome goodies were a really nice touch. It’s one of our favourite Canopy and Stars that we’ve stayed in.
23/08/2024
Laura
We had a most lovely stay at Hill's Cross Hide. Becks and Joe were wonderful hosts and the accommodation was just great - a nice private area for us with a good enclosed space for us and our dog to relax. We would definitely recommend the breakfast hamper - delicious and kept us going for our stay with fresh bread, croissants, granola etc. Lots to do in the area and good recommendations for things to suit us, the booklet in the Hide was super useful. Thanks so much to Becks and Joe for making us feel welcome, this is definitely one of our top Canopy & Stars places and highly recommended.
16/08/2024
Clare Helen
Had a lovely time. The accommodation was very homely and comfortable. Just the right size for 2 people and with everything we needed provided. The welcome hamper was a worthwhile purchase. The setting was glorious - very tranquil and private - but close enough to places we wanted to visit. Out hosts were lovely, helpful without being intrusive. I would recommend the brewery tour they can organise for you. Also their restaurant in Honiton. We also visited Govern Farm for a cream tea on our last day which was very very tasty plus they have a 300 year old cider press that they are still using. We came back feeling beautifully rested. Definitely recommend to others.
09/08/2024
Ceri (Mary)
Had an exceptional stay. It was the perfect place to escape the city and celebrate our baby moon in the beautiful countryside.
06/05/2024
Juliana
We had a amazing 3 days at the property. Everything was catered for and the total silence was great. Becky the host was there to answer any questions. Dexter our dog had water, dog treats
05/04/2024
Russ
Ahh we had such a lovely time. It's such a beautiful space, with everything you need. The kitchen is well equipped, comfy bed, warm, and a good shower. It was perfectly clean, and the birds singing in the morning was a delight.
02/02/2024
Melissa
Fantastic location. Excellent accommodation. .
23/10/2023
David
We needed a short escape to unwind, the weather was very kind and The Hide was fabulous.
04/09/2023
Andre
From the moment we arrived we couldn’t help but ‘switch off’. The owners were there to greet us on our arrival and to answer any questions we may have and to give us handy info about the local area.
The location was quiet and extremely tranquil everything we needed was at our fingertips.
Our two dogs were also well catered for and they loved the enclosed garden and the local walks. We would go back tomorrow if we were able without question.
25/08/2023
Melanie
Lovely location & excellent hospitality. The accommodation was great & it was a perfect spot for my two dogs.
21/08/2023
Sally
Loved our stay at Hill’s Cross Hide. Beautiful surroundings; beautiful lodge, clean and sparking- very comfortable. Amazing breakfast hamper filled with gorgeous goodies. The gin was a real treat. Becks and Joe were really friendly on our arrival
07/07/2023
Janet
I bought my husband this little getaway as part of his 50th Birthday present. The place didn't disappoint, the owners Becks & Joe were super friendly and gave us fantastic advice on the local area and beaches, they communicated to us before our stay and even allowed us in the hide a little earlier as we were stopping in Somerset prior to our visit to Hills Cross.
We had a breakfast hamper and it was so delicious with home baked bread and pastries. Muesli and yoghurt, milk, fresh juice, preserves, fresh fruit and eggs were all included and absolutely delicious.
The Hide was stunning, beautifully kept and furnished, we immediately felt at home and the surroundings were just breathtaking.
The bed was very comfortable and furnished with quality bedding (we slept so well) and there was lots of little extra touches like books to read, games to play, listen to music or try and lean the guitar! We did have a giggle with the 'true or false' game and also both having a go on the guitar.
Our dog was made very welcome too, with a jar of treats, plenty of poo bags, doggy towel and leads if needed - nothing was too much trouble.
Thank you so much to the family, we didn't want to leave.
05/06/2023
Lorna
We had a wonderful stay, it was very comfortable and in a really peaceful location.
26/05/2023
Helena
We had such a lovely stay.. it is an idyllic location with wildlife all around, peaceful tranquil.. Hills Cross hide is spacious and calming, with nature views all around . Three mornings we woke up to two deer in the meadow. I saw a spotted woodpecker and lots of other small birds.. we think we saw a hen Harrier(certainly a large bird of prey) being chased by a couple of crows. The views from the top of the meadow were stunning.
The bed is really comfortable.. we were both so relaxed and would love to return. The hosts were lovely and friendly..
15/05/2023
Jackie
We loved our stay! From the moment we arrived, our shoulders dropped & we relaxed completely. What a gorgeous cabin… everything had been thought of. Delicious bread, milk all other basics were there so no dash to find a shop. I love the interior, veranda & location… everything to whisk us away from our normal hectic world. Thank you Becks & Joe!!
31/03/2023
Victoria
We had an amazing time staying in Hills Cross Hide. The space is gorgeously decorated and has everything you could need. They really made our 2 dogs feel welcome, which is different to just allowing dogs! The location is perfect and we can’t wait to stay again.
24/03/2023
Katie
My partner and I plus pooch stayed at Hill's cross Hide for 2 nights as an out of season break.
We found the accommodation easily from the instructions and we met Becks when we arrived; she helped with a dog walk which turned into a pub walk (not Beck's fault!).
The weather was not good on Saturday but the Hide is very warm and cosy so we were in no rush to leave.
The bed was comfy with lovely linen, the shower was hot with plentiful towels.
We ate in on Friday night but chose to go out on Saturday night for a great meal at the Holt (also owned by Becks and Joe).
No rush to check out on Sunday, it was all very leisurely.
I would recommend the Hide for a relaxing break for 2 plus dog (Lola loved exploring all round it). The weather didn't really matter as it was so cosy.
10/03/2023
sue
Hills Cross Hide is a beautiful place to stay. The Hide is amazing, fully equipped with everything you could think of, placed in the most peaceful setting. It was a great base for exploring North Devon!
The host was always on hand for any questions and provided the most incredible breakfast hamper.
If you’re thinking about it, book it. I can’t wait to go back.
06/03/2023
Natalie
We had a wonderful time. It was an Incredible place to stay, the interior was beautiful and the attention to detail was faultless. Everything had so much thought put into it. The hosts had thought of absolutely everything you might need for your stay and more! The location was stunning and the views were the best we have had anywhere we have stayed. Great walks right from the door and fantastic local pub. The hosts were also incredibly welcoming and helpful. We loved it!
25/02/2023
Mandy
We loved our stay at the Hide - such a lovely setting (even in the winter months) and a beautifully designed turf-clad and pine-scented cabin. Particular highlight for us was the Otter Brewery tour. We loved chatting to Joe's parents and learning about their brewery. Hembury hill fort was a beech-y heaven and the Branscombe to Beer cliff walk was the other kind of beach-y heaven. Thank you!
10/02/2023
Olivia
We had such an amazing stay, Joe and Becks looked after us incredibly well! Hill’s Cross Hide was beautiful decorated and so comfortable, the surrounds were perfect; out in nature but could easily get into surrounding towns. Lots of beautiful walks nearby, perfect for our active dog!
28/10/2022
Yolande
We were warmly welcomed by Becks shortly after our arrival at this idyllic location. We found fresh eggs, milk and butter and even gin and tonics. It's October so using the fire pit was not on unless it was a good day,
Becks dropped off a basket of logs for us regardless. On our first morning we ventured up the hill, where we discovered the fire pit, to watch the sun rise over the misty valley below, a magical start to the day and a reminder to bring our yoga mats up for a session on the little flat area.
We had slept comfortably, and breakfasted on homemade bread made by Beck's husband who incidentally owns and runs 'The Holt' a restaurant in Honiton, well worth a visit.
Honiton is 5 miles away and we visited twice for some supplies and a nose around the shops. Our plans for taking the car to Lime and Axminster quickly fell by the wayside as we settled into the peace and quiet of the Hide. We read, knitted, crocheted, talked, ate, did some yoga and enjoyed each others company away from the usual Internet and TV.
Everything about this place has been so very carefully considered, there was nothing we missed.
A perfect venue if, like us, you enjoy the peace of the countryside.
17/10/2022
Catherine
Really nice location , relaxing , good size cabin and outside space, but also near enough to places to do activities if you wanted to.
Hosts were welcoming and friendly..on hand if you required information/ recomendations etc but left you to your holiday if you didn't need anything.
Really great stay and would recomend.
19/09/2022
Kevin
Becks and Joe have created a true hideaway. You feel like you are nestled in the trees, away from the world. The Hide has a feel of luxury, with everything you need, and also what you don’t! (Wi-Fi and TV!). We cooked outside on the Oz pig and up in the crater on the firepit looking at the amazing view of the beautiful countryside.
Inside there is comfort, all you need in the kitchen and a fascinating range of books and games. We wanted to move in!
16/09/2022
Becky
We had an amazing stay at Hill's Cross hide. The cabin itself was easy to find, clean, cosy and perfect for the two of us and our dog Milo!
There was easy access to the local amenities, with the big supermarkets and coast only 25 minutes away. It was the perfect place to unplug and relax. The star gazing was incredible and its the best night sky I've ever seen!
22/07/2022
Dan
As a spur-of-the-moment choice for a well-needed break, The Hide turned out to be just what we wanted and more.
Sitting on the veranda with our G&T* in hand, listening to the birds in the trees that surround The Hide and watching the bees feed from the foxgloves, we felt so relaxed and comfortable. Buddy, our Jug, also enjoyed the freedom of The Hide's private garden too.
The whole place - The Hide, the location, the friendliness of our hosts, Becks and Joe - had such a calming effect that it will stay with us for some time.
By the way, the breakfast hamper was so good and came with so much that it lasted us for three mornings!
We didn't make it to Joe's restaurant, The Holt in Honiton, but I enjoyed my trip around the Otter Brewery and the recommendation for The King's Arms in Stockland was champion.
I know that people often say that they will come back but never actually do. However, on this occasion, I can honestly say that we will be back some time.
*Seriously, you must try the New Moon Gin samples Becks' provides. It really is one of the best gins my wife and I have ever tasted, says me looking at the now half-empty bottle we brought home . . .
13/06/2022
Neil
We had a fantastic few days in this lovely accommodation. The owners really have thought of everything. Perfect location for some peace away from it all. Near to lots of lovely seaside towns in both Devon and Dorset. Local pub was great and food good too. Would really recommend.
06/06/2022
Pauline
This was just what we needed for a few days get away. The hide was lovely to stay in and very welcoming. A great combination of natural and rustic charm with modern convenience.
03/06/2022
Gary
We came to The Hide from sunny Cornwall to celebrate our honeymoon having got married the weekend before. It has been a wonderfully relaxing stay with lots of lovely walks and visits to the Kings Arms! The little touches of bread, milk, eggs etc were perfect as was the bottle of fizz to celebrate with…thank you for such a kind thought! Becks and Joe have thought of everything and the space is beautiful and rustic.
30/05/2022
Emma
We spent a wonderful 4 nights at The Hide. It looked amazing online but was even better in reality - plenty of space, nice big private garden and deck, wonderful views to enjoy the tranquil evenings. Becks was so kind and welcoming - we'd forgotten or been unable to find a couple of things for our bbq and Becks provided them from her own garden and kitchen. Freshly baked bread and Meg's Eggs were delicious for breakfast. A great location for a peaceful few days. We ended up not doing much of the hiking we'd planned because we were happy to laze around the cabin and garden so much.
09/05/2022
Chris
Accommodation was comfortable with very good nights' sleep as a result of very clean bedding and comfy mattress. Great aesthetic in how the hide was put together. Owner's friendly with well-judged personal touches such as local G&T included. Kitchen well-equipped and nothing was missing. Thanks
25/03/2022
Tim
Amazing!!
A real piece of heaven! Superbly clean, well equipped, lovely personal touches, cosy decor, extremely comfortable bed, fresh & fantastic quality breakfast hamper, very accommodating & friendly host!
In such a busy world & our busy lives it was so nice to stay at this beautiful, tranquil piece of heaven. Everything you need for the perfect relaxing retreat.
18/03/2022
Leona
The Hide was an incredibly peaceful and unique place to stay. The decor is immaculate and interesting with a boho touch. Becks and Joe are such accommodating hosts and made sure we had everything we needed and more! They provided us with maps and recommendations for plenty of days out and eateries.
The location is beautiful, tranquil and restful. We loved staying here and wish we could live there to be honest!
21/02/2022
Rose
We stayed at the Hide for a honeymoon getaway, we had an amazing few days in such a beautiful location and superbly well thought out conversion.
14/01/2022
Paul
I was looking for a little solitude and The Hide did not disappoint. This place oozes solitudeness. Unlike so many old stone holiday cottages, which can be quite dark inside, The Hide is all about big windows, letting you see the woods all around you and letting all that light inside. It has a proper kitchen, with Becks providing the essentials, like freshly baked sourdough bread and freshly laid free range eggs, as well as milk and butter, though I would like to visit The Hide again when the weather is not so miserable and I can cook outdoors, too. And for readers of Idler magazine, The Hide has a small collection of back issues. Hard to think of a better place to idle. No ukulele, but there is a guitar.
24/12/2021
Michael
Wonderful break in a lovely peaceful location, and a beautiful cosy cabin that looks even better in real life than the photos. The owners could not have been lovelier or more accommodating, to the point of even arranging a gas stove for me to use on a day the power company had switched off the power for most of the day. Everything has been put in place to make your stay as comfortable and relaxing as possible, and I highly recommend ordering the breakfast and barbecue hampers if you don't want to have to venture out too often. One breakfast and one barbecue hamper lasted me Monday through to Friday morning - the steaks are sublime, as is the homemade bread that comes with the breakfast! My dog and I enjoyed my stay here immensely, and my dog was delighted with the sausages left in the fridge especially for her, which was a lovely thoughtful surprise from the owners! Everything from arrival with complimentary G&Ts supplied with a little welcome card, to departure was just perfect and I couldn't think of a more relaxing way to spend a week unwinding than at the Hide. I absolutely plan to book another break here, and I couldn't recommend the Hide enough for a perfect relaxing break.
13/12/2021
Vicki
It was fantastic. You can spend a free stress days in a very cosy cabinet, with excellent service. The meals are marvellous, everything home made, and you can enjoy in the cabinet with worrying of cooking. Also, we enjoyed cooking a steak in the stove outside, watching the start. The locación is perfect close to the beach and very quiet and calm. The owners provide a very good service, personalize to your neededs. Highly recommend it. And also we could travel with our 2 dogs
12/11/2021
Maria
Cannot rate this place highly enough, such a gorgeous cabin. Joe and Becks were a delight, they made us feel so welcome and were very helpful. Their home made jam and bread were the bomb and the restaurant they own was spectacular. 11/10
22/10/2021
George
The Hide was really lovely, and an inspiring place to stay! Since we’ve been home, we’ve spent more time in lower lighting in the evening to recreate the cosiness we felt there. The dogs settled in straight away and it was a huge bonus having a secure garden they could explore while we had a campfire or evening bbq.
Becks & Joe were brilliant hosts - a friendly welcome, anniversary card and lovely fresh produce, then after chatting they booked us dinner and a brewery tour and providing extras like fresh baked bread when we asked.
Hill’s Cross Hide was beautiful and so interesting to look around. They’d thought of so many special touches for the decoration but also for guests & dogs - gin & snacks for us, and treats, towels, poo bags and bowls for the dogs!
It was fun using solar lanterns and battery powered candles in the evenings too!
06/10/2021
Danielle
Beautiful property in an amazing setting - the accomodation was such a high quality, rustic finish and so comfortable and relaxing. The hosts were the perfect amount of engaged - communicating when needed or with helpful information but not contacting us all the time. Lovely welcome pack of fresh eggs and bread. Couldn't have wished for a nicer break and we wanted to stay longer! Can't recommend staying here enough.
27/09/2021
Sam
Our stay was fantastic, what an amazing space. Everything was perfect at The Hide. Beck and Joe are brilliant hosts and did everything they could to make our stay comfortable. It really was an unforgettable experience. The welcome hamper was amazing and they even left some toys for our baby girl.
24/09/2021
Hannah
We thoroughly enjoying our stay at the hide. It was lovely and relaxing just what we needed! ;)
17/09/2021
Kathy
We had a lovely 5 days at Hill Cross Hide.
06/09/2021
Rebecca
We had a fantastic time at the hide which is both well located and secluded. Becks and Joe were great hosts and had thought of all of the little touches to make our stay relaxed and extra special. Their local knowledge was shared freely and they had insights about the whole area and a huge number of activities - including great food and drink recommendations.
The whole space is finished to a really high standard and feels very private.
31/08/2021
Dominique
Our first stay with C&S didn’t disappoint. A fantastic stay in a unique natural building nestled in to the hillside of the Blackdown Hills AONB. Our hosts made us feel welcome from the moment we booked with great communication about what to expect and suggestions for days out and places to eat. Upon arrival we were welcomed by the host and made to feel at home.
The Hide is constructed from a blend of woods crafted by hand and a green roof to create a real connection with nature. You are nestled within a ancient tree lined wildflower meadow with your own private outside space.
The interior design reflects this connection with stylish furniture, natural art and tactile rugs. The living area is spacious with a selection of books and low level lighting. The kitchen is excellently equipped with a welcome selection of fresh sourdough, eggs, butter and even your first G&Ts.
The king sized bed is very comfy and you can watch the birds through a unique window as you enjoy a slow start to the day. The double rain shower is a great refreshing way to start the day.
The outside balcony is a great place to unwind admiring the sounds of nature and to have your breakfast.
Truly relaxing.
20/08/2021
Ellis
What an amazing place, The Hide has been converted into a relaxing haven. The attention to detail both in its design but in those touches that make your stay feel special were very much appreciated. (especially the G&T!) We had a 3 night stay with our dog, it was amazing for Barley (the dog!) completely private fenced in garden, lovely treats, lovely walks. We booked the hampers both breakfast and BBQ. I would highly recommend booking these usually I fill the car with too much food but I didn't have to do anything. One breakfast and one BBQ was enough for our complete stay and very yummy! We also visited the Holt (the owners restaurant in Honiton) the meal was amazing and also dog friendly. The local Goren Farm where they grow native wildflower meadows was great including their very large cream tea (I would split between 2). Local pub was a lovely walk and extremely friendly.
Overall Becks and Joe and their lovely family were such wonderful hosts and made our Anniversary stay so special. Their Hide is beautiful, the bed sooo comfortable and with such a peaceful surrounding and a home full of books and games you wont fail to relax. 100% will return it was heaven!
13/08/2021
Sarah
What a perfect little retreat! Becks & Joe have thought of all the little things when creating this beautiful cabin; from the soft-touch furnishings, to the mix of different wood the cabin is built from, down to the complimentary drinks and fresh flowers on the coffee table. The cabin feels really spacious and has massive windows so you get views of both woodland and meadow, which is fantastic as you feel fully surrounded by nature. This is the perfect place to switch off and truly slow down and recuperate; I turned my phone off, read books, played the guitar, went on walks, watched birds and sipped on gin and tonics -it was bliss!
30/07/2021
Helen, Canopy & Stars
Reviews
A quiet countryside retreat to read, write, stargaze and relax in nature. I lay in bed watching deer in the field, sat in numerous comfy spots around the cabin, reading and writing. The kitchen had everything I needed, plus the breakfast hamper was delicious. The Hide has you tucked away from it all, but also easy walking distance to a lovely local pub and a short drive from the nearest town or beach. My favourite spot was in bed with tea looking out across the field and up at ‘the crator’ eating food alfresco, reading and at night stargazing and listening to the owls. The cabin was spotless, clean, warm, and cosy, also the bathroom had a hot powerful shower. The owners were really helpful - and their place The Holt is a nicd spot for food, plus the family gin welcome gift was an added bonus. I stayed three nights and wish I had stayed longer!
28/02/2025
Helena
Really cozy cabin in beautiful surroundings, fully stocked with everything you could need.
24/01/2025
Becky
We had a lovely, relaxing stay at The Hide. We needed to escape the craziness of every day life for a few days and we were able to do just that. The cabin was peaceful and cosy, so much so that even our young, excitable dog succumbed to afternoon snoozes. We also enjoyed a delicious birthday meal for my partner at the owner's restaurant The Holt. A big thank you to Becks and Joe.
01/11/2024
Christine, Canopy & Stars
We stayed 4 nights at the end of September for a birthday treat. The Hide is a lovely cabin in a great location in Devon, especially for walks in the hills or just relaxing with a book or watching the stars. Loved the setup, and the kitchen is fully stocked to get you going if you want to cook for yourself. We took day trips to Bridport for the market, and Lyme Regis to walk along the coast. If we had more time we'd have explored this lovely part of the country more but we also wanted to spend time relaxing in The Hide too. A walk to the local village pub which also does lovely food takes about 30 mins.
27/09/2024
Ross
It was a very relaxing and peaceful stay, I had a lovely time thank you. The hosts were really welcoming and helpful.
20/09/2024
Kate
We had a wonderful stay at Hill’s Cross Hide, Becks and Joe were so welcoming and the cabin was perfect. It’s a really stylish and cosy space with everything you need for a relaxing weekend away. The welcome goodies were a really nice touch. It’s one of our favourite Canopy and Stars that we’ve stayed in.
23/08/2024
Laura
We had a most lovely stay at Hill's Cross Hide. Becks and Joe were wonderful hosts and the accommodation was just great - a nice private area for us with a good enclosed space for us and our dog to relax. We would definitely recommend the breakfast hamper - delicious and kept us going for our stay with fresh bread, croissants, granola etc. Lots to do in the area and good recommendations for things to suit us, the booklet in the Hide was super useful. Thanks so much to Becks and Joe for making us feel welcome, this is definitely one of our top Canopy & Stars places and highly recommended.
16/08/2024
Clare Helen
Had a lovely time. The accommodation was very homely and comfortable. Just the right size for 2 people and with everything we needed provided. The welcome hamper was a worthwhile purchase. The setting was glorious - very tranquil and private - but close enough to places we wanted to visit. Out hosts were lovely, helpful without being intrusive. I would recommend the brewery tour they can organise for you. Also their restaurant in Honiton. We also visited Govern Farm for a cream tea on our last day which was very very tasty plus they have a 300 year old cider press that they are still using. We came back feeling beautifully rested. Definitely recommend to others.
09/08/2024
Ceri (Mary)
Had an exceptional stay. It was the perfect place to escape the city and celebrate our baby moon in the beautiful countryside.
06/05/2024
Juliana
We had a amazing 3 days at the property. Everything was catered for and the total silence was great. Becky the host was there to answer any questions. Dexter our dog had water, dog treats
05/04/2024
Russ
Ahh we had such a lovely time. It's such a beautiful space, with everything you need. The kitchen is well equipped, comfy bed, warm, and a good shower. It was perfectly clean, and the birds singing in the morning was a delight.
02/02/2024
Melissa
Fantastic location. Excellent accommodation. .
23/10/2023
David
We needed a short escape to unwind, the weather was very kind and The Hide was fabulous.
04/09/2023
Andre
From the moment we arrived we couldn’t help but ‘switch off’. The owners were there to greet us on our arrival and to answer any questions we may have and to give us handy info about the local area.
The location was quiet and extremely tranquil everything we needed was at our fingertips.
Our two dogs were also well catered for and they loved the enclosed garden and the local walks. We would go back tomorrow if we were able without question.
25/08/2023
Melanie
Lovely location & excellent hospitality. The accommodation was great & it was a perfect spot for my two dogs.
21/08/2023
Sally
Loved our stay at Hill’s Cross Hide. Beautiful surroundings; beautiful lodge, clean and sparking- very comfortable. Amazing breakfast hamper filled with gorgeous goodies. The gin was a real treat. Becks and Joe were really friendly on our arrival
07/07/2023
Janet
I bought my husband this little getaway as part of his 50th Birthday present. The place didn't disappoint, the owners Becks & Joe were super friendly and gave us fantastic advice on the local area and beaches, they communicated to us before our stay and even allowed us in the hide a little earlier as we were stopping in Somerset prior to our visit to Hills Cross.
We had a breakfast hamper and it was so delicious with home baked bread and pastries. Muesli and yoghurt, milk, fresh juice, preserves, fresh fruit and eggs were all included and absolutely delicious.
The Hide was stunning, beautifully kept and furnished, we immediately felt at home and the surroundings were just breathtaking.
The bed was very comfortable and furnished with quality bedding (we slept so well) and there was lots of little extra touches like books to read, games to play, listen to music or try and lean the guitar! We did have a giggle with the 'true or false' game and also both having a go on the guitar.
Our dog was made very welcome too, with a jar of treats, plenty of poo bags, doggy towel and leads if needed - nothing was too much trouble.
Thank you so much to the family, we didn't want to leave.
05/06/2023
Lorna
We had a wonderful stay, it was very comfortable and in a really peaceful location.
26/05/2023
Helena
We had such a lovely stay.. it is an idyllic location with wildlife all around, peaceful tranquil.. Hills Cross hide is spacious and calming, with nature views all around . Three mornings we woke up to two deer in the meadow. I saw a spotted woodpecker and lots of other small birds.. we think we saw a hen Harrier(certainly a large bird of prey) being chased by a couple of crows. The views from the top of the meadow were stunning.
The bed is really comfortable.. we were both so relaxed and would love to return. The hosts were lovely and friendly..
15/05/2023
Jackie
We loved our stay! From the moment we arrived, our shoulders dropped & we relaxed completely. What a gorgeous cabin… everything had been thought of. Delicious bread, milk all other basics were there so no dash to find a shop. I love the interior, veranda & location… everything to whisk us away from our normal hectic world. Thank you Becks & Joe!!
31/03/2023
Victoria
We had an amazing time staying in Hills Cross Hide. The space is gorgeously decorated and has everything you could need. They really made our 2 dogs feel welcome, which is different to just allowing dogs! The location is perfect and we can’t wait to stay again.
24/03/2023
Katie
My partner and I plus pooch stayed at Hill's cross Hide for 2 nights as an out of season break.
We found the accommodation easily from the instructions and we met Becks when we arrived; she helped with a dog walk which turned into a pub walk (not Beck's fault!).
The weather was not good on Saturday but the Hide is very warm and cosy so we were in no rush to leave.
The bed was comfy with lovely linen, the shower was hot with plentiful towels.
We ate in on Friday night but chose to go out on Saturday night for a great meal at the Holt (also owned by Becks and Joe).
No rush to check out on Sunday, it was all very leisurely.
I would recommend the Hide for a relaxing break for 2 plus dog (Lola loved exploring all round it). The weather didn't really matter as it was so cosy.
10/03/2023
sue
Hills Cross Hide is a beautiful place to stay. The Hide is amazing, fully equipped with everything you could think of, placed in the most peaceful setting. It was a great base for exploring North Devon!
The host was always on hand for any questions and provided the most incredible breakfast hamper.
If you’re thinking about it, book it. I can’t wait to go back.
06/03/2023
Natalie
We had a wonderful time. It was an Incredible place to stay, the interior was beautiful and the attention to detail was faultless. Everything had so much thought put into it. The hosts had thought of absolutely everything you might need for your stay and more! The location was stunning and the views were the best we have had anywhere we have stayed. Great walks right from the door and fantastic local pub. The hosts were also incredibly welcoming and helpful. We loved it!
25/02/2023
Mandy
We loved our stay at the Hide - such a lovely setting (even in the winter months) and a beautifully designed turf-clad and pine-scented cabin. Particular highlight for us was the Otter Brewery tour. We loved chatting to Joe's parents and learning about their brewery. Hembury hill fort was a beech-y heaven and the Branscombe to Beer cliff walk was the other kind of beach-y heaven. Thank you!
10/02/2023
Olivia
We had such an amazing stay, Joe and Becks looked after us incredibly well! Hill’s Cross Hide was beautiful decorated and so comfortable, the surrounds were perfect; out in nature but could easily get into surrounding towns. Lots of beautiful walks nearby, perfect for our active dog!
28/10/2022
Yolande
We were warmly welcomed by Becks shortly after our arrival at this idyllic location. We found fresh eggs, milk and butter and even gin and tonics. It's October so using the fire pit was not on unless it was a good day,
Becks dropped off a basket of logs for us regardless. On our first morning we ventured up the hill, where we discovered the fire pit, to watch the sun rise over the misty valley below, a magical start to the day and a reminder to bring our yoga mats up for a session on the little flat area.
We had slept comfortably, and breakfasted on homemade bread made by Beck's husband who incidentally owns and runs 'The Holt' a restaurant in Honiton, well worth a visit.
Honiton is 5 miles away and we visited twice for some supplies and a nose around the shops. Our plans for taking the car to Lime and Axminster quickly fell by the wayside as we settled into the peace and quiet of the Hide. We read, knitted, crocheted, talked, ate, did some yoga and enjoyed each others company away from the usual Internet and TV.
Everything about this place has been so very carefully considered, there was nothing we missed.
A perfect venue if, like us, you enjoy the peace of the countryside.
17/10/2022
Catherine
Really nice location , relaxing , good size cabin and outside space, but also near enough to places to do activities if you wanted to.
Hosts were welcoming and friendly..on hand if you required information/ recomendations etc but left you to your holiday if you didn't need anything.
Really great stay and would recomend.
19/09/2022
Kevin
Becks and Joe have created a true hideaway. You feel like you are nestled in the trees, away from the world. The Hide has a feel of luxury, with everything you need, and also what you don’t! (Wi-Fi and TV!). We cooked outside on the Oz pig and up in the crater on the firepit looking at the amazing view of the beautiful countryside.
Inside there is comfort, all you need in the kitchen and a fascinating range of books and games. We wanted to move in!
16/09/2022
Becky
We had an amazing stay at Hill's Cross hide. The cabin itself was easy to find, clean, cosy and perfect for the two of us and our dog Milo!
There was easy access to the local amenities, with the big supermarkets and coast only 25 minutes away. It was the perfect place to unplug and relax. The star gazing was incredible and its the best night sky I've ever seen!
22/07/2022
Dan
As a spur-of-the-moment choice for a well-needed break, The Hide turned out to be just what we wanted and more.
Sitting on the veranda with our G&T* in hand, listening to the birds in the trees that surround The Hide and watching the bees feed from the foxgloves, we felt so relaxed and comfortable. Buddy, our Jug, also enjoyed the freedom of The Hide's private garden too.
The whole place - The Hide, the location, the friendliness of our hosts, Becks and Joe - had such a calming effect that it will stay with us for some time.
By the way, the breakfast hamper was so good and came with so much that it lasted us for three mornings!
We didn't make it to Joe's restaurant, The Holt in Honiton, but I enjoyed my trip around the Otter Brewery and the recommendation for The King's Arms in Stockland was champion.
I know that people often say that they will come back but never actually do. However, on this occasion, I can honestly say that we will be back some time.
*Seriously, you must try the New Moon Gin samples Becks' provides. It really is one of the best gins my wife and I have ever tasted, says me looking at the now half-empty bottle we brought home . . .
13/06/2022
Neil
We had a fantastic few days in this lovely accommodation. The owners really have thought of everything. Perfect location for some peace away from it all. Near to lots of lovely seaside towns in both Devon and Dorset. Local pub was great and food good too. Would really recommend.
06/06/2022
Pauline
This was just what we needed for a few days get away. The hide was lovely to stay in and very welcoming. A great combination of natural and rustic charm with modern convenience.
03/06/2022
Gary
We came to The Hide from sunny Cornwall to celebrate our honeymoon having got married the weekend before. It has been a wonderfully relaxing stay with lots of lovely walks and visits to the Kings Arms! The little touches of bread, milk, eggs etc were perfect as was the bottle of fizz to celebrate with…thank you for such a kind thought! Becks and Joe have thought of everything and the space is beautiful and rustic.
30/05/2022
Emma
We spent a wonderful 4 nights at The Hide. It looked amazing online but was even better in reality - plenty of space, nice big private garden and deck, wonderful views to enjoy the tranquil evenings. Becks was so kind and welcoming - we'd forgotten or been unable to find a couple of things for our bbq and Becks provided them from her own garden and kitchen. Freshly baked bread and Meg's Eggs were delicious for breakfast. A great location for a peaceful few days. We ended up not doing much of the hiking we'd planned because we were happy to laze around the cabin and garden so much.
09/05/2022
Chris
Accommodation was comfortable with very good nights' sleep as a result of very clean bedding and comfy mattress. Great aesthetic in how the hide was put together. Owner's friendly with well-judged personal touches such as local G&T included. Kitchen well-equipped and nothing was missing. Thanks
25/03/2022
Tim
Amazing!!
A real piece of heaven! Superbly clean, well equipped, lovely personal touches, cosy decor, extremely comfortable bed, fresh & fantastic quality breakfast hamper, very accommodating & friendly host!
In such a busy world & our busy lives it was so nice to stay at this beautiful, tranquil piece of heaven. Everything you need for the perfect relaxing retreat.
18/03/2022
Leona
The Hide was an incredibly peaceful and unique place to stay. The decor is immaculate and interesting with a boho touch. Becks and Joe are such accommodating hosts and made sure we had everything we needed and more! They provided us with maps and recommendations for plenty of days out and eateries.
The location is beautiful, tranquil and restful. We loved staying here and wish we could live there to be honest!
21/02/2022
Rose
We stayed at the Hide for a honeymoon getaway, we had an amazing few days in such a beautiful location and superbly well thought out conversion.
14/01/2022
Paul
I was looking for a little solitude and The Hide did not disappoint. This place oozes solitudeness. Unlike so many old stone holiday cottages, which can be quite dark inside, The Hide is all about big windows, letting you see the woods all around you and letting all that light inside. It has a proper kitchen, with Becks providing the essentials, like freshly baked sourdough bread and freshly laid free range eggs, as well as milk and butter, though I would like to visit The Hide again when the weather is not so miserable and I can cook outdoors, too. And for readers of Idler magazine, The Hide has a small collection of back issues. Hard to think of a better place to idle. No ukulele, but there is a guitar.
24/12/2021
Michael
Wonderful break in a lovely peaceful location, and a beautiful cosy cabin that looks even better in real life than the photos. The owners could not have been lovelier or more accommodating, to the point of even arranging a gas stove for me to use on a day the power company had switched off the power for most of the day. Everything has been put in place to make your stay as comfortable and relaxing as possible, and I highly recommend ordering the breakfast and barbecue hampers if you don't want to have to venture out too often. One breakfast and one barbecue hamper lasted me Monday through to Friday morning - the steaks are sublime, as is the homemade bread that comes with the breakfast! My dog and I enjoyed my stay here immensely, and my dog was delighted with the sausages left in the fridge especially for her, which was a lovely thoughtful surprise from the owners! Everything from arrival with complimentary G&Ts supplied with a little welcome card, to departure was just perfect and I couldn't think of a more relaxing way to spend a week unwinding than at the Hide. I absolutely plan to book another break here, and I couldn't recommend the Hide enough for a perfect relaxing break.
13/12/2021
Vicki
It was fantastic. You can spend a free stress days in a very cosy cabinet, with excellent service. The meals are marvellous, everything home made, and you can enjoy in the cabinet with worrying of cooking. Also, we enjoyed cooking a steak in the stove outside, watching the start. The locación is perfect close to the beach and very quiet and calm. The owners provide a very good service, personalize to your neededs. Highly recommend it. And also we could travel with our 2 dogs
12/11/2021
Maria
Cannot rate this place highly enough, such a gorgeous cabin. Joe and Becks were a delight, they made us feel so welcome and were very helpful. Their home made jam and bread were the bomb and the restaurant they own was spectacular. 11/10
22/10/2021
George
The Hide was really lovely, and an inspiring place to stay! Since we’ve been home, we’ve spent more time in lower lighting in the evening to recreate the cosiness we felt there. The dogs settled in straight away and it was a huge bonus having a secure garden they could explore while we had a campfire or evening bbq.
Becks & Joe were brilliant hosts - a friendly welcome, anniversary card and lovely fresh produce, then after chatting they booked us dinner and a brewery tour and providing extras like fresh baked bread when we asked.
Hill’s Cross Hide was beautiful and so interesting to look around. They’d thought of so many special touches for the decoration but also for guests & dogs - gin & snacks for us, and treats, towels, poo bags and bowls for the dogs!
It was fun using solar lanterns and battery powered candles in the evenings too!
06/10/2021
Danielle
Beautiful property in an amazing setting - the accomodation was such a high quality, rustic finish and so comfortable and relaxing. The hosts were the perfect amount of engaged - communicating when needed or with helpful information but not contacting us all the time. Lovely welcome pack of fresh eggs and bread. Couldn't have wished for a nicer break and we wanted to stay longer! Can't recommend staying here enough.
27/09/2021
Sam
Our stay was fantastic, what an amazing space. Everything was perfect at The Hide. Beck and Joe are brilliant hosts and did everything they could to make our stay comfortable. It really was an unforgettable experience. The welcome hamper was amazing and they even left some toys for our baby girl.
24/09/2021
Hannah
We thoroughly enjoying our stay at the hide. It was lovely and relaxing just what we needed! ;)
17/09/2021
Kathy
We had a lovely 5 days at Hill Cross Hide.
06/09/2021
Rebecca
We had a fantastic time at the hide which is both well located and secluded. Becks and Joe were great hosts and had thought of all of the little touches to make our stay relaxed and extra special. Their local knowledge was shared freely and they had insights about the whole area and a huge number of activities - including great food and drink recommendations.
The whole space is finished to a really high standard and feels very private.
31/08/2021
Dominique
Our first stay with C&S didn’t disappoint. A fantastic stay in a unique natural building nestled in to the hillside of the Blackdown Hills AONB. Our hosts made us feel welcome from the moment we booked with great communication about what to expect and suggestions for days out and places to eat. Upon arrival we were welcomed by the host and made to feel at home.
The Hide is constructed from a blend of woods crafted by hand and a green roof to create a real connection with nature. You are nestled within a ancient tree lined wildflower meadow with your own private outside space.
The interior design reflects this connection with stylish furniture, natural art and tactile rugs. The living area is spacious with a selection of books and low level lighting. The kitchen is excellently equipped with a welcome selection of fresh sourdough, eggs, butter and even your first G&Ts.
The king sized bed is very comfy and you can watch the birds through a unique window as you enjoy a slow start to the day. The double rain shower is a great refreshing way to start the day.
The outside balcony is a great place to unwind admiring the sounds of nature and to have your breakfast.
Truly relaxing.
20/08/2021
Ellis
What an amazing place, The Hide has been converted into a relaxing haven. The attention to detail both in its design but in those touches that make your stay feel special were very much appreciated. (especially the G&T!) We had a 3 night stay with our dog, it was amazing for Barley (the dog!) completely private fenced in garden, lovely treats, lovely walks. We booked the hampers both breakfast and BBQ. I would highly recommend booking these usually I fill the car with too much food but I didn't have to do anything. One breakfast and one BBQ was enough for our complete stay and very yummy! We also visited the Holt (the owners restaurant in Honiton) the meal was amazing and also dog friendly. The local Goren Farm where they grow native wildflower meadows was great including their very large cream tea (I would split between 2). Local pub was a lovely walk and extremely friendly.
Overall Becks and Joe and their lovely family were such wonderful hosts and made our Anniversary stay so special. Their Hide is beautiful, the bed sooo comfortable and with such a peaceful surrounding and a home full of books and games you wont fail to relax. 100% will return it was heaven!
13/08/2021
Sarah
What a perfect little retreat! Becks & Joe have thought of all the little things when creating this beautiful cabin; from the soft-touch furnishings, to the mix of different wood the cabin is built from, down to the complimentary drinks and fresh flowers on the coffee table. The cabin feels really spacious and has massive windows so you get views of both woodland and meadow, which is fantastic as you feel fully surrounded by nature. This is the perfect place to switch off and truly slow down and recuperate; I turned my phone off, read books, played the guitar, went on walks, watched birds and sipped on gin and tonics -it was bliss!
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What does ‘from price’ mean?
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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Now the outdoors is calling, so go and get wild in nature!
A quiet countryside retreat to read, write, stargaze and relax in nature. I lay in bed watching deer in the field, sat in numerous comfy spots around the cabin, reading and writing. The kitchen had everything I needed, plus the breakfast hamper was delicious. The Hide has you tucked away from it all, but also easy walking distance to a lovely local pub and a short drive from the nearest town or beach. My favourite spot was in bed with tea looking out across the field and up at ‘the crator’ eating food alfresco, reading and at night stargazing and listening to the owls. The cabin was spotless, clean, warm, and cosy, also the bathroom had a hot powerful shower. The owners were really helpful - and their place The Holt is a nicd spot for food, plus the family gin welcome gift was an added bonus. I stayed three nights and wish I had stayed longer!
28/02/2025