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The Wagon Above the World

Herefordshire, United Kingdom

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Wagon
Sleeps 2
One double bed

Not suitable for children

Not suitable for pets

Sink into the hot tub, almost 1000ft above sea level, put a 78 on the record player and enjoy the incredible views of the Black Mountains

Overview
Essentials
Location
Food & Drink
Experiences
Your Hosts

Overview

The clue’s in the name - the wagon sits on a hilltop in front of a view of the Black Mountains you have to see to believe. You can enjoy it any way you like, from sitting on the log seats or lazing in the hammock and deck chairs, to pulling the cover off the hot tub sunk into the deck and sliding into the steaming water. Stepping into the wagon, you'll be surprised at how much space you have just for two. You can sit inside and look through the big double doors, one of the subtle touches of modernity that make the wagon a cosy space while retaining its classic charm. Owners Isabelle and Alasdair have taken every care to preserve the glamour of the 50s wagon in the chandeliers, copper plate behind the wood-burner and burnished wood feel of the interior while adding a comfortable double bed, a more modern kitchen and warm woollen blankets. The record player comes with a selection of 78s, but also spans the musical ages, playing radio, CDs and even hooking up to an ipod. It sums up the atmosphere of the wagon, which invites you to switch off for a little, or at least only switch on the things that will add to your relaxing stay.

Isabelle and Alasdair have spent years preparing the site for guests, including bedding in over 600 trees on their land as part of encouraging even more wildlife to make its home there. If you’re keen-eyed and quiet, you’ll see and hear the result of all their hard work, in the calls of buzzards and owls, the fields full of butterflies and sightings of deer, foxes and the occasional stoat bounding through the grass. The path just over the lane leads to a climb up to a trig point, where you can see seven counties from your privileged position in the “golden triangle” an hour or so from all three of Cardiff, Bristol and Birmingham. It’s a magical place and there’s no wonder that Isabelle and Alasdair’s veg deliverers label their boxes “ME”, short for Middle Earth. If you tire of the hot tub and being on “stoat watch” then explore out to the Brecon Beacons in one direction or the Wye Valley in the other, both close enough to spend a day hiking, biking or kayaking before you climb back up to your nest on top of the world.

The important stuff

Check in: 4 pm
Check out: 10 am
It's advised to bring a torch and wellies, but the owners will provide a torch and a selection of wellies which you will find by the car park on arrival
Please be aware that there is a beehive at the bottom of the field which shouldn't cause you any disturbance but please be cautious
Mobile phone signal available
No WiFi
Guests are welcome to bring their own logs/kindling/firelighters, with no surcharge
Included in the booking price is use of your private wood fired hot tub, plus cold water bucket shower (if you dare!). You are welcome to bring your own wood or book the following:
D.I.Y. Hot Tub - The tub will be filled ready for heating and logs, kindling and firelighters supplied to heat it (usually takes 2-2.5 hours) = £25.
Hot Tub Service - Tub will be filled and heating for your arrival = £50.
Please let the owner know at least 48 hours in advance of your stay if you would like the DIY Hot Tub or Hot Tub service.
Wagon is located at the end of a rough track. Driving slowly is recommended as there are some drainage bumps on the track. Unsuitable for very low lying cars, large trucks or motorhomes.

Sleeping arrangements

One double bed

Extra space available

Space for 1 baby no charge. Babes in arms allowed, please bring your own equipment

Cooking

Gas cooker and hob
Fridge
Fully equipped kitchen
Fire pit
Weber BBQ

Washing

Small bath with overhead shower
Sink with instant hot water
Flushing toilet

Heating, lighting & bedding

Organic bed linen and towels provided
Wood-burner
Mains electricity
Plug sockets throughout the wagon
The wood burner in the wagon is its central heating. September - May inclusive the following is provided: For weekend bookings a sack of logs and basket full of kindling. For 4 night mid week bookings, the same plus an extra sack of logs. Extra wood for hot tub re-heats and the wagon wood burner, can also be purchased; Logs £8, kindling £4.
During very cold weather an electric heater can be provided if requested.

Entertainment

Private wood-fired hot tub
Selection of board games
Pack of cards
Retro record player with CD, radio and iPod connection
Hammock
Cold water bucket shower

Green Lane Cottage, Orcop, Hereford, HR2 8SF

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*what3words/satnav is not accurate and directions are needed towards the end*

By car

Coming from the M50, go to Ross on Wye, then at the Ross (Wilton) roundabout turn right onto the A49 towards Hereford. After 5.5 miles turn left at Llandinabo onto the B4348 towards Hay on Wye. After approximately 2 miles turn left and go through and out of the village of Llanwarne until you reach a T junction with the A466. Turn right onto the A466 and continue for approximately 1.5 miles until you see the sign left for Pontrilas, Garway and Orcop (and brown sign for The Fountain pub). Turn left up here (Lyston Lane) and continue until you get to the village of Orcop Hill. Take the road which is the right turn after Birch View. If you pass the pub on your right you have gone too far! Continue along the lane for about a half mile. See Access to Property below for how to reach the space.

Coming from Hereford, take the A49 for just under 5 miles then turn left onto the A466 signposted for Monmouth and Wormelow. Go thorough the village of Wormelow and after about 1 mile turn right up Lyston Lane which is signposted for Pontrilas, Garway and Orcop (and has a brown sign for the Fountain Inn) and continue until you get to the village of Orcop Hill. Take the road which is the right turn after Birch View. If you pass the pub on your right you have gone too far! Continue along the lane for about a half mile. See Access to Property below for how to reach the space.

Coming from the South, i.e. Cardiff & Bristol, take the M4, A449 and A40 towards Monmouth then onto the A466 towards Hereford. After approximately 10 miles turn left up Lyston Lane which is signposted for Pontrilas, Garway and Orcop (and has a brown sign for the Fountain Inn) and continue until you get to the village of Orcop Hill. Take the road which is the right turn after Birch View. If you pass the pub on your right you have gone too far! Continue along the lane for about a half mile. See Access to Property below for how to reach the space.

Access to Property

With a 4x4 vehicle, continue along the lane until you reach a yard on the right with a metal barn and small orange door. turn in here and go up the steep drive opposite to the top. Turn into the first section of the open outbuilding on the left. You have arrived! *It is very steep so make sure you are in the lowest gear. Please use this drive when you exit.

Without a 4x4 vehicle, continue along the lane for about half a mile then take the right turn at the signpost for R. A. Beaumont’s M.O.T. Garage, up a private drive. Take the first possible left up a rough track. Go slowly as there are some drainage bumps on the track (unsuitable for low-lying cars, large trucks or motorhomes). Go all the way along here until you get to the owner's house and turn left through the red five-bar gate, which is before you pass the house. Drive in and park in the open outbuilding. You have arrived! There is a one way system in place so please exit down the drive beyond the outbuilding. This is a steep drive so do drive very slowly.

Parking is around 120 metres from the wagon.

By public transport

The nearest train station is in Hereford, 10 miles away

The nearest bus stop is a 5-minute walk from the house that goes to Hereford once or twice a day

When you arrive

To get to the Wagon, guests need to walk back up the drive onto the green lane via the gate they drove through, then turn left and walk behind the house and then bear left into the field along the top of the field where there is a mown path to the wagon. The Owners may also be available at the main house and are happy to walk you over if there.

At The Wagon Above the World

Organically 'grown' eggs, homemade organically grown local apple juice and cake or biscuits

Essentials such as tea, coffee, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper provided

The owners can offer a bottle of chilled prosecco (£15) or champagne (£40) on arrival

Local shops

The nearest shop for real basics is inside The Fountain Inn pub in Orcop which is about a 10-15 minute walk. There is also The Carrot and Wine store in Wormelow, a five-minute drive away.

Pubs & restaurants

The Fountain Inn (1 mile) - Friendly local pub serving very well priced food, just a 15-minute walk from the wagon open Thurs 6 pm to Sunday lunchtime

The Bridge Inn (4.5 miles) - Very welcoming with good food and a large pub garden by the river

The Kilpeck (4.3 miles but around 2 miles via footpaths) - Good food, nice atmosphere and interesting Romanesque church nearby with renowned carvings that draws the tourists

The Burger Shop, Hereford - A variety of artisan burgers including vegetarian, craft beers and a lively atmosphere

The Bookshop, Hereford - The Bookshop describes itself as ‘Modern Ethical Eating’ and is more of a restaurant, also serving good cocktails. Was voted the UK’s best Sunday lunch in 2017 at the Observer Food Awards

Rocket Cafe, Hereford - Lovely little cafe on Church St near the Cathedral, selling build your own breakfasts, homemade pizzas, cakes etc

De Koffie Pot, Hereford - Cafe and bar in a courtyard setting by the River Wye. Has regular talks and musical events

At The Wagon Above the World

Lots of walking and cycling routes in the local area

Lounging in the hammock or hot tub

Aromatherapy massages in the wagon or on the decking in warm weather. Book directly with Nickie Claasens on 07446382468.

Places to visit

Gong Baths/Sound Healing

Wonderful group gong baths, private gong baths (£70 | 1hr), and one-to-one sound healing sessions (£80 | 1hr). Located 15 minutes drive from the wagon. Also Bach Flower consultations (£65) for natural emotional support including 30ml treatment bottle of essences made to your individual prescription. Discount applied for guests. Visit Resonant Healing or email kate@resonanthealing.life or call 07855777051 to book

Blacksmith Experience Days

Getting engaged or married? You can make your own rings here as well as other experiences such as making campfire toasting forks and sausage sizzlers, knives, swords, other iron work pieces and even an axe forging and throwing day. 10 mins drive. Visit oldforge.co.uk

Cider Mill tours/tasting

Fair Oak Cider - Made on a 17th century stone mill worked by a horse. 30 mins drive.

Ty Gwyn - Cider shop and bar. 15 mins drive.

Westons Cider - Daily cider mill tours and tasting. 30 mins drive.

Wagon Above The World lies about 10-12 miles from the market towns of Monmouth, Ross on Wye and the city of Hereford, 16 miles from Abergavenny and just over 20 miles from the book town of Hay on Wye.

Monmouth - the UK's first Bee Town, nestled in the tranquil lower reaches of the beautiful Wye Valley. Visit the nearby tropical butterflies at the butterfly house

Hereford - Hugged by the River Wye, the city boasts an imposing cathedral and an exciting restaurant scene. The Courtyard cinema is the main hub for the Borderlines film festival every Feb/March.

Abergavenny - Lovely town with castles, markets, antiques, and Roman remains to explore. Its excellent Food Festival takes place in September.

Hay-on-Wye - A historic market town where you can browse the bookshops and enjoy some sumptuous treats (great coffee shops and restaurants) plus its famous literary festival in May

Outdoor & active

Visit the river Wye! Lots and lots of places to hire canoes and get on the river for a day.

Hill climbing up Skirrid, Sugarloaf and Pen y Fan, amongst other mountains, with the Brecon Beacons not too far away.

Llangorse Lake in the Brecons where you can hire a dinghy, windsurfer, canoe, kayak, stand-up paddleboard, pedalo or rowing boat and have a sailing lesson.

The Forest of Dean has good biking trails and Symonds Yat, a well-known tourist destination for walking, canoeing and boat tours.

Meet Isabelle and Alasdair

Isabelle and Alasdair are in their sixth year of living at Green Lane on the hill but the business is new and they have spent the past few months restoring the wagon. Since being there they have planted over 600 trees and an orchard and they are also maintaining the wildflower meadow, in which the wagon sits. They both fell in love with the place because of its wild feel, fantastic views and the abundance of nature all around. They are high up here - almost 1000 feet and really do feel on top of the world! Isabelle and Alasdair are very aware of their eco-footprint and have restored and repaired using the most natural materials possible. They also garden organically.

Wildlife & the environment

In terms of wildlife, they regularly have flybys from buzzards, red kites, kestrels and sparrowhawks and at night, one can listen to the Tawny owls calling. If you're really lucky you will get to hear the eerie call of the Long Eared Owl. They have plenty of slow worms and even can find a grass snake in the summer if you know where to look! The meadow is full of butterflies and grasshoppers, amongst other creatures, there are foxes and from time to time they are graced with the sight of a stoat bounding about the field. There is practically no light pollution and no road traffic noise.

Along the back of the field is an old Green Lane, from which Isabelle and Alasdair's house gets its name. This leads up to the Trig point at the top of the hill and from which you can see seven counties! The wagon looks out across to the Black Mountains of Wales to the west and the nearest wooded hill less than a mile in that direction is the subject of nature writer John Lewis-Stempel’s latest book titled ‘The Wood’, of which they naturally have a copy in the wagon! Another iconic view from the wagon is the twin curve of the mountains Skirrid and Sugarloaf and the owner thinks it was partly this view that made their veg box suppliers label their location as ‘M.E’ (short for Middle Earth, the Hobbit land). Tolkien lived in Herefordshire and was inspired by this countryside when writing his books.

Overview

The clue’s in the name - the wagon sits on a hilltop in front of a view of the Black Mountains you have to see to believe. You can enjoy it any way you like, from sitting on the log seats or lazing in the hammock and deck chairs, to pulling the cover off the hot tub sunk into the deck and sliding into the steaming water. Stepping into the wagon, you'll be surprised at how much space you have just for two. You can sit inside and look through the big double doors, one of the subtle touches of modernity that make the wagon a cosy space while retaining its classic charm. Owners Isabelle and Alasdair have taken every care to preserve the glamour of the 50s wagon in the chandeliers, copper plate behind the wood-burner and burnished wood feel of the interior while adding a comfortable double bed, a more modern kitchen and warm woollen blankets. The record player comes with a selection of 78s, but also spans the musical ages, playing radio, CDs and even hooking up to an ipod. It sums up the atmosphere of the wagon, which invites you to switch off for a little, or at least only switch on the things that will add to your relaxing stay.
Isabelle and Alasdair have spent years preparing the site for guests, including bedding in over 600 trees on their land as part of encouraging even more wildlife to make its home there. If you’re keen-eyed and quiet, you’ll see and hear the result of all their hard work, in the calls of buzzards and owls, the fields full of butterflies and sightings of deer, foxes and the occasional stoat bounding through the grass. The path just over the lane leads to a climb up to a trig point, where you can see seven counties from your privileged position in the “golden triangle” an hour or so from all three of Cardiff, Bristol and Birmingham. It’s a magical place and there’s no wonder that Isabelle and Alasdair’s veg deliverers label their boxes “ME”, short for Middle Earth. If you tire of the hot tub and being on “stoat watch” then explore out to the Brecon Beacons in one direction or the Wye Valley in the other, both close enough to spend a day hiking, biking or kayaking before you climb back up to your nest on top of the world.

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Essentials
The important stuff
- Check in: 4 pm
- Check out: 10 am
- It's advised to bring a torch and wellies, but the owners will provide a torch and a selection of wellies which you will find by the car park on arrival
- Please be aware that there is a beehive at the bottom of the field which shouldn't cause you any disturbance but please be cautious
- Mobile phone signal available
- No WiFi
- Guests are welcome to bring their own logs/kindling/firelighters, with no surcharge
- Included in the booking price is use of your private wood fired hot tub, plus cold water bucket shower (if you dare!). You are welcome to bring your own wood or book the following:
- D.I.Y. Hot Tub - The tub will be filled ready for heating and logs, kindling and firelighters supplied to heat it (usually takes 2-2.5 hours) = £25.
- Hot Tub Service - Tub will be filled and heating for your arrival = £50.
- Please let the owner know at least 48 hours in advance of your stay if you would like the DIY Hot Tub or Hot Tub service.
- Wagon is located at the end of a rough track. Driving slowly is recommended as there are some drainage bumps on the track. Unsuitable for very low lying cars, large trucks or motorhomes.
Sleeping arrangements
One double bed
Extra space available

Space for 1 baby no charge. Babes in arms allowed, please bring your own equipment
Cooking
- Gas cooker and hob
- Fridge
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Fire pit
- Weber BBQ
Washing
- Small bath with overhead shower
- Sink with instant hot water
- Flushing toilet
Heating, lighting & bedding
- Organic bed linen and towels provided
- Wood-burner
- Mains electricity
- Plug sockets throughout the wagon
- The wood burner in the wagon is its central heating. September - May inclusive the following is provided: For weekend bookings a sack of logs and basket full of kindling. For 4 night mid week bookings, the same plus an extra sack of logs. Extra wood for hot tub re-heats and the wagon wood burner, can also be purchased; Logs £8, kindling £4.
- During very cold weather an electric heater can be provided if requested.
Entertainment
- Private wood-fired hot tub
- Selection of board games
- Pack of cards
- Retro record player with CD, radio and iPod connection
- Hammock
- Cold water bucket shower
Location

Getting there

Green Lane Cottage, Orcop, Hereford, HR2 8SF

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*what3words/satnav is not accurate and directions are needed towards the end*
By car
Coming from the M50, go to Ross on Wye, then at the Ross (Wilton) roundabout turn right onto the A49 towards Hereford. After 5.5 miles turn left at Llandinabo onto the B4348 towards Hay on Wye. After approximately 2 miles turn left and go through and out of the village of Llanwarne until you reach a T junction with the A466. Turn right onto the A466 and continue for approximately 1.5 miles until you see the sign left for Pontrilas, Garway and Orcop (and brown sign for The Fountain pub). Turn left up here (Lyston Lane) and continue until you get to the village of Orcop Hill. Take the road which is the right turn after Birch View. If you pass the pub on your right you have gone too far! Continue along the lane for about a half mile. See Access to Property below for how to reach the space.
Coming from Hereford, take the A49 for just under 5 miles then turn left onto the A466 signposted for Monmouth and Wormelow. Go thorough the village of Wormelow and after about 1 mile turn right up Lyston Lane which is signposted for Pontrilas, Garway and Orcop (and has a brown sign for the Fountain Inn) and continue until you get to the village of Orcop Hill. Take the road which is the right turn after Birch View. If you pass the pub on your right you have gone too far! Continue along the lane for about a half mile. See Access to Property below for how to reach the space.
Coming from the South, i.e. Cardiff & Bristol, take the M4, A449 and A40 towards Monmouth then onto the A466 towards Hereford. After approximately 10 miles turn left up Lyston Lane which is signposted for Pontrilas, Garway and Orcop (and has a brown sign for the Fountain Inn) and continue until you get to the village of Orcop Hill. Take the road which is the right turn after Birch View. If you pass the pub on your right you have gone too far! Continue along the lane for about a half mile. See Access to Property below for how to reach the space.
Access to Property
With a 4x4 vehicle, continue along the lane until you reach a yard on the right with a metal barn and small orange door. turn in here and go up the steep drive opposite to the top. Turn into the first section of the open outbuilding on the left. You have arrived! *It is very steep so make sure you are in the lowest gear. Please use this drive when you exit.
Without a 4x4 vehicle, continue along the lane for about half a mile then take the right turn at the signpost for R. A. Beaumont’s M.O.T. Garage, up a private drive. Take the first possible left up a rough track. Go slowly as there are some drainage bumps on the track (unsuitable for low-lying cars, large trucks or motorhomes). Go all the way along here until you get to the owner's house and turn left through the red five-bar gate, which is before you pass the house. Drive in and park in the open outbuilding. You have arrived! There is a one way system in place so please exit down the drive beyond the outbuilding. This is a steep drive so do drive very slowly.
Parking is around 120 metres from the wagon.
By public transport
The nearest train station is in Hereford, 10 miles away
The nearest bus stop is a 5-minute walk from the house that goes to Hereford once or twice a day
When you arrive
To get to the Wagon, guests need to walk back up the drive onto the green lane via the gate they drove through, then turn left and walk behind the house and then bear left into the field along the top of the field where there is a mown path to the wagon. The Owners may also be available at the main house and are happy to walk you over if there.
Food & Drink

At The Wagon Above the World
Organically 'grown' eggs, homemade organically grown local apple juice and cake or biscuits
Essentials such as tea, coffee, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper provided
The owners can offer a bottle of chilled prosecco (£15) or champagne (£40) on arrival
Local shops
The nearest shop for real basics is inside The Fountain Inn pub in Orcop which is about a 10-15 minute walk. There is also The Carrot and Wine store in Wormelow, a five-minute drive away.
Pubs & restaurants
The Fountain Inn (1 mile) - Friendly local pub serving very well priced food, just a 15-minute walk from the wagon open Thurs 6 pm to Sunday lunchtime
The Bridge Inn (4.5 miles) - Very welcoming with good food and a large pub garden by the river
The Kilpeck (4.3 miles but around 2 miles via footpaths) - Good food, nice atmosphere and interesting Romanesque church nearby with renowned carvings that draws the tourists
The Burger Shop, Hereford - A variety of artisan burgers including vegetarian, craft beers and a lively atmosphere
The Bookshop, Hereford - The Bookshop describes itself as ‘Modern Ethical Eating’ and is more of a restaurant, also serving good cocktails. Was voted the UK’s best Sunday lunch in 2017 at the Observer Food Awards
Rocket Cafe, Hereford - Lovely little cafe on Church St near the Cathedral, selling build your own breakfasts, homemade pizzas, cakes etc
De Koffie Pot, Hereford - Cafe and bar in a courtyard setting by the River Wye. Has regular talks and musical events
Experiences

At The Wagon Above the World
Lots of walking and cycling routes in the local area
Lounging in the hammock or hot tub
Aromatherapy massages in the wagon or on the decking in warm weather. Book directly with Nickie Claasens on 07446382468.
Places to visit
Gong Baths/Sound Healing
Wonderful group gong baths, private gong baths (£70 | 1hr), and one-to-one sound healing sessions (£80 | 1hr). Located 15 minutes drive from the wagon. Also Bach Flower consultations (£65) for natural emotional support including 30ml treatment bottle of essences made to your individual prescription. Discount applied for guests. Visit Resonant Healing or email kate@resonanthealing.life or call 07855777051 to book
Blacksmith Experience Days
Getting engaged or married? You can make your own rings here as well as other experiences such as making campfire toasting forks and sausage sizzlers, knives, swords, other iron work pieces and even an axe forging and throwing day. 10 mins drive. Visit oldforge.co.uk
Cider Mill tours/tasting
Fair Oak Cider - Made on a 17th century stone mill worked by a horse. 30 mins drive.
Ty Gwyn - Cider shop and bar. 15 mins drive.
Westons Cider - Daily cider mill tours and tasting. 30 mins drive.
Wagon Above The World lies about 10-12 miles from the market towns of Monmouth, Ross on Wye and the city of Hereford, 16 miles from Abergavenny and just over 20 miles from the book town of Hay on Wye.
Monmouth - the UK's first Bee Town, nestled in the tranquil lower reaches of the beautiful Wye Valley. Visit the nearby tropical butterflies at the butterfly house
Hereford - Hugged by the River Wye, the city boasts an imposing cathedral and an exciting restaurant scene. The Courtyard cinema is the main hub for the Borderlines film festival every Feb/March.
Abergavenny - Lovely town with castles, markets, antiques, and Roman remains to explore. Its excellent Food Festival takes place in September.
Hay-on-Wye - A historic market town where you can browse the bookshops and enjoy some sumptuous treats (great coffee shops and restaurants) plus its famous literary festival in May
Outdoor & active
Visit the river Wye! Lots and lots of places to hire canoes and get on the river for a day.
Hill climbing up Skirrid, Sugarloaf and Pen y Fan, amongst other mountains, with the Brecon Beacons not too far away.
Llangorse Lake in the Brecons where you can hire a dinghy, windsurfer, canoe, kayak, stand-up paddleboard, pedalo or rowing boat and have a sailing lesson.
The Forest of Dean has good biking trails and Symonds Yat, a well-known tourist destination for walking, canoeing and boat tours.
Your Hosts

Meet Isabelle and Alasdair
Isabelle and Alasdair are in their sixth year of living at Green Lane on the hill but the business is new and they have spent the past few months restoring the wagon. Since being there they have planted over 600 trees and an orchard and they are also maintaining the wildflower meadow, in which the wagon sits. They both fell in love with the place because of its wild feel, fantastic views and the abundance of nature all around. They are high up here - almost 1000 feet and really do feel on top of the world! Isabelle and Alasdair are very aware of their eco-footprint and have restored and repaired using the most natural materials possible. They also garden organically.
Wildlife & the environment
In terms of wildlife, they regularly have flybys from buzzards, red kites, kestrels and sparrowhawks and at night, one can listen to the Tawny owls calling. If you're really lucky you will get to hear the eerie call of the Long Eared Owl. They have plenty of slow worms and even can find a grass snake in the summer if you know where to look! The meadow is full of butterflies and grasshoppers, amongst other creatures, there are foxes and from time to time they are graced with the sight of a stoat bounding about the field. There is practically no light pollution and no road traffic noise.
Along the back of the field is an old Green Lane, from which Isabelle and Alasdair's house gets its name. This leads up to the Trig point at the top of the hill and from which you can see seven counties! The wagon looks out across to the Black Mountains of Wales to the west and the nearest wooded hill less than a mile in that direction is the subject of nature writer John Lewis-Stempel’s latest book titled ‘The Wood’, of which they naturally have a copy in the wagon! Another iconic view from the wagon is the twin curve of the mountains Skirrid and Sugarloaf and the owner thinks it was partly this view that made their veg box suppliers label their location as ‘M.E’ (short for Middle Earth, the Hobbit land). Tolkien lived in Herefordshire and was inspired by this countryside when writing his books.
Reviews

Our guests say...

We had a wonderful stay at The Wagon Above the World! Izzy and Ally were really welcoming and so helpful. Due to the cold weather, they had a pipe burst ahead of our arrival, but against the odds, and the mad cold temperatures, they fixed it right up and still managed to get the hot tub going for us, which was so appreciated! We enjoyed the lovely flapjacks, eggs and apple juice that they provided, and just all in all had a lovely relaxing stay. Their sheep grazing in the field below the wagon were an added bonus! We weren’t blessed with the weather but it didn’t matter at all - we loved keeping warm in the hot tub with a few glasses of champagne, and we didn't want to leave! Thank you for a wonderful birthday :)
19/01/2024

Sarah

Fabulous weekend in a stunning , peaceful location .
01/12/2023

Claire

From the moment we arrived, we felt the warmth of the friendly hosts. A polite text, chocolates on the cushions and homemade flap jack and apple juice. The views were astonishing and the star consellitation that you see at night are just phenomenal. We were truly blown away. Although we went in November, we had an amazing sunny Saturday, which allowed us to do some walking. However, with it being our mini moon and a child free weekend, we headed back, warmed the hot tub up and enjoyed our surroundings. We would love to return.
10/11/2023

Harriet

Charming 1950's wagon, everything you could wish for. The complimentary flapjack and homemade apple juice were a lovely treat. How could you beat the views, lovely to watch the weather rolling in and gaze at the stars from the hot tub during the night. So peaceful and relaxing, all the troubles of the world forgotten for a couple of days. PERFECT!!!. Would highly recommend and we will hopefully be back.
11/08/2023

Tina

We had the most amazing time at the wagon above the world. This is our 3rd stay using Canopy and Stars and although the experiences have had differences, the same feel of complete luxury whilst sunbathing in nature has been incomparable. We feel very lucky to have spent our time in the hot tub, stargazing and taking in the sights around the wagon. Would recommend this place to friends and family in a heartbeat, as we have returned feeling very relaxed and at peace again.
04/08/2023

Rosie

We had an amazing time and everything was perfect - the Wagon, the hot tub, the view from the decking... all superb.
28/07/2023

Mark

It was a lovely stay in a very scenic and remote location which was just what we needed. Very relaxing and all amenities were available which in this location is no small feat! The wagon was very tasteful decorated without feeling overloaded, and the vinyl collection was thoughtfully curated.
14/06/2023

Ben

We stayed for 3 nights and I didn’t want to leave! Wood fired tub was amazing, the wagon was beautiful with its 1950’s interior! Loved every minute of our stay
09/06/2023

Sophie

The absolute perfect getaway. Incredible views, super relaxing hot tub, really well done and comfortable wagon with the nicest hosts! Went for my birthday and wouldn’t change a thing. The area is also bursting with amazing things to do! Can’t recommend highly enough!
29/05/2023

Katurah

It was the most perfect few days away in a fabulous old wagon in a beautiful part of the world with wonderful views, welcoming hosts and a gorgeous hot tub, just perfect!
17/04/2023

Peter

Absolutely incredible stay, the hosts were so helpful. The views were amazing! There were lots of little touches that just made the stay perfect.
03/03/2023

Emily

A really lovely place to step away from the world, totally isolated & what spectacular views you'll see. Every amenity you could wish for is within the wagon & it's extremely cosy inside. No freezer so ensure all food brought along will fit into the small fridge. The south facing decking area is a lovely touch especially with the hot tub nicely situated within the decking. The sunrises & sunsets were stunning & at times we sat above the cloud level which again gave it an other worldly feel about the location. In wetter weather the requirement for boots or wellies is well worth paying heed to. The owner Izzy was extremely helpful and always on-hand to assist with any questions we required information about..
20/01/2023

Tony

Loved it!
02/12/2022

Alicia

What a stunning place to stay. The views from 'above the world' are fabulous and photos just don't do it justice! The facilities in the hut included everything we could have needed and there was lots of attention to detail everywhere you looked. It not only make the wagon feel cosy and welcoming but also very authentic - we loved playing records whilst we had a fire going, using the retro kitchen to cook breakfasts and all the furnishings and finishes throughout (not forgetting the hot tub, hammock and fire pit outside - wonderful both in the daytime and evenings to enjoy the landscape around us).
14/10/2022

Steph

Our stay at The Wagon Above the World was pure bliss , peace and relaxation. We had such an incredible weekend. The wagon was well kitted out. Beautiful touches like a birthday banner, fresh eggs and flapjack just made it even more special. It wasn’t over looked at all, surrounded by beautiful views where having your more coffee in the hot tub and we a great start to the day! We would 100% go back and stay!!
23/09/2022

Felicity

We had an awesome time with everything we needed in a stunning location.
16/09/2022

Kerry

Absolutely loved it here, we only stayed for a couple of nights but didn’t want to leave! It was so lovely and peaceful, we had the best time just chilling out on the decking with a bottle of wine enjoying the incredible view. Hot tub was fab and the stars once it got dark were amazing too. The perfect little getaway, will definitely be back!
20/07/2022

Lauren

Had a great time- peaceful, good weather, lovely accommodation, fantastic views. Total switch off & relaxing few days.
15/07/2022

Michele

Booked for my partner's 30th birthday. We both needed some R&R and had previously enjoyed a trip to Herefordshire, so the Wagon seemed like a perfect spot to get away. The trip was delightful and the Wagon and its surroundings exceeded our expectations. We didn't want to leave and will no doubt return to enjoy it once again!
17/06/2022

Claire

It was absolutely wonderful. Beautiful place, lovely attention to detail and friendly hosts.
03/06/2022

Jemma

This lovely wagon is quirky and cosy and has everyou need. We enjoyed soaking up the amazing views from the wooden balcony on either the deck chairs or the traditional hot tub, which was just glorious ! The host Izzy was able to offer suggestions ofwhere to eat or visit and was a fantastic helpful and friendly host.
27/05/2022

Sarah-Jane

These guys have got it absolutely bang on. From the moment we got to the wagon we fell in love with the place. The hosts were on hand to help if we needed it. The wagon had everything we needed and totally reset the stress levels back to zero. The view from the wagon is outstanding. The local area is outstanding if you are into being in the middle of nowhere without a care in the world. I cannot rate this place high enough. My wife and I have use about 4 canopy and stars places now, although all have been fantastic, this one tops them all so far. We will definitely be booking somewhere through you again as we continue our anniversary adventures to stay in stunning out of the box places. And where ever we stay next the bar is set dramatically high to match up to the wagon above the world.
18/04/2022

Adam

Wonderful stay! Despite the weather letting us down!
11/03/2022

Lauren

I absolutely loved my stay at The Wagon above the World. It's clear that Isabelle and Alisdair have put a lot of love in to restoring the wagon to restore it's vintage charm whilst adding in all the mod-cons such as a fully equipped kitchen and very comfy bed - this really has taken the space to the next level. My highlights were being taken back in time listening to the old record player and star-gazing from the steaming hot tub - I will definitely be booking again so I can explore the area and spend the day lounging in the deck chairs with the amazing views!
07/02/2022

Hattie

Our stay here at the wagon was incredible. The views, the air, the smell of the fire burning... you can't ask for more. Surrounded by beautiful bird sounds with views of both the sunrise and sunset. Not to even mention the romance and intimacy of the outdoor hot tub. Absolutely gorgeous. Isabelle was a lovely host and we would 100% stay again.
24/01/2022

Kimberley

We had the most amazing weekend at The Wagon About the World. Izzy and her partner made sure the wood fire hot tub was fired up and ready for our arrival, which was the perfect start to the weekend. From there we alternated between cosying up in front of the fire, playing records, going for walks, cooking, and going back into that magical hot tub for soaks and star gazing. Cannot recommend this place enough! Great location, relatively straightforward to get from London if renting a car. The space had everything we needed and really helped us to unwind and relax. The water was always hot in the shower and the space heater plus hot water bottles in the bedroom helped to keep us warm after the fire went out during the night. If you're looking at this review, trust me and book it! You won't regret treating yourself to some R&R with The Wagon Above the World.
07/01/2022

Sarah

Had a wonderful, peaceful stay. The wagon was very comfortable and had everything I needed. I would definitely go back. Set in a stunning location with marvelous view.
31/12/2021

Alice

We had a fantastic break in our wagon despite the weather. It was cosy with our wood burner going and the record player on. We spent the first evening in the hot tub star gazing with a glass of bubbly.
01/10/2021

Liz

The Wagon Above the World is an amazing place! The views are incredible! We spent our days mainly either in the hot tub, deck chairs or hammock, soaking up the views and watching the sun move round the Earth. It was such a relaxing honeymoon and just what we needed! The wagon itself was beautifully designed and really unique. We loved listening to the retro records in the wagon!
20/09/2021

Jessica

It was very peaceful and calming just the romantic trip we needed.
23/08/2021

Georgia

We had a wonderful stay at Wagon Above the World. The cabin has been really nicely decorated and has a retro feel complete with a record player that we had fun using! The view from the cabin is stunning and when it was clear the night sky was incredible to look at as well. We loved the wood-fired hot tub which we used on a couple of the days there, it was very special to sit in the tub and look out at the view. The cabin is very private and is the only one on the property so it felt very secluded and peaceful. There is lots to do in the surrounding area - we visited Hereford, Hay-On-Wye and Goodrich Castle. Izzy our host was really friendly and helpful, very quick to respond to queries by email and give us tips about places to visit - she really made our stay very comfortable.
02/08/2021

Sarah

Very peaceful stay. Fantastic views and nice walks in the area. The perfect tonic. Thank you.
30/07/2021

Richard

We absolutely loved staying at the wagon, such an incredible, peaceful spot. We loved sunbathing on the deck and jumping in the hot tub. We felt so relaxed and could just have sat there for ever looking out at that view! The wagon was much bigger than we expected and even in the rainy weather, it was lovely to sit in the wagon and enjoy the view. The surrounding areas are absolutely stunning, we really recommend kayaking on the Wye and visiting Ye Olde Ferrie Inn.
09/07/2021

Helen

Just amazing! Real mix of weather but we felt that meant to could make the most out of everything the wagon had to offer. Using the log burner on the first cold night but then sitting out and having dinner on the deck on the warmer evenings. The hot tub was so lovely. The kitchen had everything we needed. The view was amazing. Will be recommending to everyone!!!
24/05/2021

George

We had a beautiful 4 night stay in the wagon above the world, we loved gazing at stars from the wood fired hot tub sunk into the deck, the cosy wagon with stove, gorgeous views, scenery. Very lovely walks around and about. We also really loved the little village and there is a pub within 10-15 min walk from the wagon.
10/05/2021

Rowena

Amazing stay,so relaxing and peaceful, beautifully clean , lovely little touches flowers ,apple juice,eggs and homemade flapjacks
03/05/2021

Sandra

We had a wonderful, restful, recuperative and romantic mini-break at Wagon Above the World. It's a beautiful location with gorgeous views where you can fully immerse in nature and escape from it all. We loved the way the wagon has been thoughtfully refurbished and decked out from the amazing hot tub to vases of fresh flowers and flapjacks on arrival. Thank you.
23/04/2021

Madeleine

What an incredible spot just to sit and watch that view all day - bliss ! We were lucky enough to see the wagon in snow and spent three amazing days hopping in and out of the hot tub, just what we needed. Thank you to Izzy and Alistair for sharing
28/12/2020

Sarah

We spent 4 magical nights in the Wagon Above The World in December. It was just as beautiful a location as advertised, and the wagon itself is incredibly well finished and furnished. It feels like a train car from the Orient Express with its chandeliers and wood interior, it’s so well decorated! The wood burner kept us nice and warm, and we stayed in December. The hot tub was easy to fire up and gets to a lovely hot temperature. We used it every night, it was incredibly relaxing. The views from the wagon are just breathtaking - even better than I could ever have hoped for. Sunrise and sunset leave you speechless. Would recommend (and have done) to anyone.
07/12/2020

Christopher

Truly magical 4 nights away. We had been looking forward to it since our original booking was cancelled in April due to COVID. Izzy and Alistair were very helpful in the rebooking for October and it was well worth the wait. We had fairly typical October weather but the wagon was cozy and the hot tub each evening was a perfect way to unwind. The wagon has been restored perfectly with real attention to detail and we felt like we were in a 50s time machine. Really recommend for a relaxing stay
26/10/2020

Anna

Wonderful stay. Very relaxing. Owners were very friendly and accommodating.
05/10/2020

Louise

We had such a wonderful time at The Wagon Above the World. Everything was perfectly designed, they had thought of everything and even with changes for Covid-19 safety (which was greatly appreciated), the wagon still had lots of comforting little touches. The hot tub was easy to use and wonderful, particularly later at night with all the stars out. The location was top notch too, and not difficult to get to which is always a risk when choosing somewhere for a bit of isolation. We made use of recommendations from Izzy and Alistair and we were not disappointed at all. Pretty much every day since we've been back we've said 'I wish we were back at the wagon', so I think that says it all!
31/07/2020

Kimberley

We had a three night stay at the wagon, after weeks of wondering if lockdown rules would even allow us to go! The weather was amazing! Sunshine from sunrise to sunset. We didn't leave once we'd arrived, both needing a complete rest. We lazed out on the decking, reading and enjoying the view. The hot tub was lovely, could see for miles and once dark the star gazing was great. We wandered along the lane behind the wagon and up to the top of the hill where we caught a great sunset. In the evenings we took the table outside and had dinner in the lovely cooling breeze. Time didn't matter, the peace was amazing and it was exactly what we were looking for.
10/07/2020

Sally

We had the most relaxing and peaceful stay at Wagon Above the World. It was a surprise for my partner’s 31st, and he absolutely adored it. The lack of light pollution meant that we had a star studded sky above us, and even saw a shooting star - my first! I loved how beautifully the wagon had been restored. No gimmicks or unnecessary extras, but rather a place you could actually see yourself living. We love cabin/wagon/hut getaways, but this is by far up there with some of the best we’ve stayed in. The price is so reasonable for the quality and space, and the hot tub is the best I’ve been in. No chemicals or loud jets, just complete peace. We can’t wait to return one day. Thank you for our wonderful stay.
19/02/2020

Emily

We had a fantastic two night stay at the wagon above the world, it was the perfect place to relax. We had the choice of spending the evening star gazing in the hot tub or sitting In front of the fire listening to records.. or both! The views were absolutely beautiful and there was plenty to do/see locally. We spent the day out on the bikes not too far away. We would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking for somewhere to relax!
17/02/2020

Emily

The Wagon above the World was fantastic! Amazing views and super relaxing escape. The hosts were brilliant, gave us clear instructions of how to find the place and fired up the hot tub so it was hot for our arrival. Also left some really nice touches like homemade apple juice and flapjacks.
31/01/2020

Tim

The location was more than we could wish for.. just so peaceful! We loved the caravan and how it was restored, with obvious care and passion. The little extras that Izzy and Ali provided were so thoughtful .. we stayed 3 nights and loved it, highly recommend for those seeking peace and just “being” rather than “doing”
10/01/2020

Zuzana

Very relaxing! We were left to our own devices & plenty to do nearby. It was really cold due to the time of year and weather - but the owners were very helpful by providing a heater.
11/12/2019

Jerilee

Ali and Izzy were great hosts-got the hot tub and fire in wagon ready for our arrival. Views were stunning,the wagon was clean and really nicely decorated. Loved the record player and the home made flapjack and apple juice was so thoughtful and a great touch x
06/12/2019

Jenna

I had a wonderful stay in the Wagon Above the World. The caravan is gorgeous, spacious, with piping hot water for the shower and bath and a lovely wood burning stove. The location, on top of a hill, is great and the hot tub is truly relaxing.
18/11/2019

Samantha

We had an amazing stay at the wagon. We arrived to the hot tub steaming in the cold night and enjoyed the rest of the evening stargazing in the hot tub. The wagon itself is wonderful, really quirky and we loved the record player with it's brilliant selection of music. Who needs TV!? Ali and Isabelle were really friendly and welcoming, and so helpful when it came to booking and recommending places to go and things to do while we were there. We had a fabulous stay and would go back without hesitation. We can't recommend the Wagon Above the World enough.
08/11/2019

Sarah

Lots of fun relaxing, enjoying nature and unwinding from busy routines.
04/11/2019

Anny

07/10/2019 for 4 nights. Directions to get there are very accurate and simple to follow. Isabelle & Alisdeir are lovely people and always willing to help. The wagon is much bigger than the photos suggest but is very beautiful and comfortable inside. The wagon really is stuck up on a hill at one point the clouds were actually at eye level to us. Very dramatic. A visit to Hereford & Ross on Wye is recommended for the old buildings and history, food and the cathedral in Hereford. The wagon on the top of the world is defiantly the place to be if you want to relax and unwind.
07/10/2019

Paul

The wagon above the world was an idyllic place to stay even if the weather wasn’t. In a way the rain, thunder and occasional burst of sunshine enhanced this. Perfect accommodation and location to unwind and appreciate some quite time and the countryside with the added bonus of doing this in the great hot tub
23/09/2019

Daniel

Awesome! A perfect place to rest and find peace after a tiring week. We watched red kites from the hot tub whilst drinking champagne, listened to Otis Redding records under the stars & walked around the hills overlooking the Mountains in the distance. Didn’t leave. Loved it and we’ll be back.
28/08/2019

Ross

WOW! We had the privilege of staying in this incredible, magical private accommodation and couldn’t have loved it more! The wagon itself had a gorgeous mixture of original features which gave it a vintage charm, with all the mod cons you need for a comfortable stay (bathroom, equipped kitchen etc). The owners, Isabelle and Alasdair, have thought of everything and were welcoming, friendly and helpful! All the little details were spot on - fresh sweet peas in vases, a record player with a selection of vinyl to play, little tins and jars with kitchen essentials (oil, tea, salt etc) - all added to the charm of the the place. The wood-fired hot tub was an absolute highlight! Whether sipping fizz whilst looking at the view in the sun, star gazing as it became dark, or having a morning cup of tea in the still-warm water watching birds soar above, the addition of the hot tub takes this whole experience up a notch! This is such a uniquely special place and we would recommend this experience to anyone! - and we would love to return one day.
21/08/2019

Joanne

We had a lovely couple of days in The Wagon Above The World. The instructions on how to get to the property were clear and the rural setting on the drive up was lovely. The hosts Isabelle and Alasdair were both polite and personable when we met and were always happy to help. The wagon itself was much larger than we expected and was simply but attractively furnished. There were some lovely small touches, like some delicious biscuits and homemade apple juice. Outside the wagon is the real highlight though, with gorgeous views and a natural hot tub. I loved getting in and looking out at the views or swinging in the hammock reading a book - very chilled! My partner has a stressful job and he commented leaving the wagon that he felt truly relaxed so that is praise indeed! We would definitely recommend the wagon to our friends (we already have actually!) and if ever we wanted a relaxing weekend away/escape from our every day life, we would definitely return.
19/08/2019

Melissa

Photos will never do this view justice - you have to see it for yourself! The wagon itself was really unique and has been beautifully restored. We heated up the hot tub just in time for the stars to come out and it was still warm enough for a quick dip the next morning.
01/08/2019

David, Canopy & Stars

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We had a wonderful stay at The Wagon Above the World! Izzy and Ally were really welcoming and so helpful. Due to the cold weather, they had a pipe burst ahead of our arrival, but against the odds, and the mad cold temperatures, they fixed it right up and still managed to get the hot tub going for us, which was so appreciated! We enjoyed the lovely flapjacks, eggs and apple juice that they provided, and just all in all had a lovely relaxing stay. Their sheep grazing in the field below the wagon were an added bonus! We weren’t blessed with the weather but it didn’t matter at all - we loved keeping warm in the hot tub with a few glasses of champagne, and we didn't want to leave! Thank you for a wonderful birthday :)

19/01/2024

Sarah

Fabulous weekend in a stunning , peaceful location .

01/12/2023

Claire

From the moment we arrived, we felt the warmth of the friendly hosts. A polite text, chocolates on the cushions and homemade flap jack and apple juice. The views were astonishing and the star consellitation that you see at night are just phenomenal. We were truly blown away. Although we went in November, we had an amazing sunny Saturday, which allowed us to do some walking. However, with it being our mini moon and a child free weekend, we headed back, warmed the hot tub up and enjoyed our surroundings. We would love to return.

10/11/2023

Harriet

Charming 1950's wagon, everything you could wish for. The complimentary flapjack and homemade apple juice were a lovely treat. How could you beat the views, lovely to watch the weather rolling in and gaze at the stars from the hot tub during the night. So peaceful and relaxing, all the troubles of the world forgotten for a couple of days. PERFECT!!!. Would highly recommend and we will hopefully be back.

11/08/2023

Tina

We had the most amazing time at the wagon above the world. This is our 3rd stay using Canopy and Stars and although the experiences have had differences, the same feel of complete luxury whilst sunbathing in nature has been incomparable. We feel very lucky to have spent our time in the hot tub, stargazing and taking in the sights around the wagon. Would recommend this place to friends and family in a heartbeat, as we have returned feeling very relaxed and at peace again.

04/08/2023

Rosie

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Book with us in confidence knowing you won’t find that place cheaper elsewhere. All of the prices we display are set and matched by our Owners. (In this world of foreign currency, we do have to say 'subject to exchange rates' for some of our European places.)

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.

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- 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

(2) subject to availability, change your booking dates to dates when the pricing can be honoured and so no additional charge to you. In the event that a lower price can be offered for alternative dates then the difference would be refunded

(3) cancel the Booking. If we do not receive your instructions within 5 days of contacting you, we reserve the right to cancel your Booking without liability to you.

17. VAT

Many of the Owners of properties in the Canopy & Stars portfolio are not registered for VAT in which case no tax is payable. Where VAT is payable, the tax is included in the advertised holiday rental price. If the rate of VAT changes between the date of the Booking and the date of the stay, Canopy & Stars may adjust the rate of VAT that you pay, unless you have already paid for the Booking in full before the change in the rate of VAT takes effect.

18. Visa, passport and health requirements

Unless you tell us otherwise, we assume that all members of your party are British citizens who hold or will hold full British passports valid for the entire duration of the international Booking. Information on visa, passport and health requirements, where given and applicable, is so given on this basis. Requirements may change and you are therefore strongly recommended to check the up to date position with the Owner of the Booking, Passport Office, appropriate embassy or consulate or your doctor as applicable in good time before the commencement of your holiday. Prior to international travel it is your responsibility to check whether it is safe to travel by visiting the FCO website www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice.

19. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These terms and conditions have been drafted in accordance with and are governed by English law and the courts of England and Wales have exclusive jurisdiction in relation to any and all disputes arising out of these Agency Terms & Conditions.

20. Discrepancies

In case of a discrepancy between these Agency Terms & Conditions and any other Canopy & Stars literature, these Agency Terms & Conditions shall prevail.

21. Validity clause

In the event that a court finds that a condition in these Agency Terms & Conditions is illegal or void, the illegal or void provision will be severed from the remainder of the Agency Terms & Conditions, which will continue to be valid and have full force and effect.

22. Events beyond an Owner or Agency’s control

If an Owner or Canopy & Stars is prevented or delayed from complying with any of their respective obligations under these Agency Terms & Conditions or a contract for a Booking due to events or circumstances beyond their reasonable control, the inability or delay in performing those obligations will not be treated as a breach of these Agency Terms & Conditions or a contract for a Booking. Examples of such events or circumstances include fire, flood and other acts of God, strikes, trade disputes, lock outs, restrictions of imports or exports, riot, accident, disruption to energy supplies, civil commotion, acts of terrorism or war, pandemic (including Covid-19), any national/local/regional government restrictions.

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