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This classic cabin has been lovingly created by owner Andrew over his many years at Highgates Farm. It’s a clear and simple space of mellow, natural colours and warmth from the large round wood burner. The king size bed is at the back and your lounge/kitchen with hobs and oven to the front, with the en suite bathroom just off the main space. Outside you’ll find the electric hot tub waiting for you to soak and steam until all your stress is gone. You may wonder how the name The Firkin Ferret came about - when Andrew was young he kept ferrets but one day he lost the male ferret, the hob. After a few days, he was found alive and well in an empty cider barrel. As luck would have it, a half size barrel, called a Firkin. From then on, the hob was renamed ‘Firkin Ferret’! As the cabin has a cider-making theme being next to the farms cider press, The Firkin Ferret was born. There are a couple of farm buildings through the trees to your right and about 150m off is another space, the Nancy Blackett, but you’ll feel completely private as you sit by the fire pit late at night under the stars, toasting marshmallows and listening to the sounds of the surrounding woodland and nature reserve.
Those sounds could be anything from otters and badgers to herons, kingfishers and a host of other creatures that thrive here. If you fancy even more animal encounters, head over to Steart Marshes or the wilds of Exmoor for bird spotting or to meet the ponies. There are great days out to funky Glastonbury, the craggy Cheddar Gorge and the caves of Wookey Hole, as well as a host of lovely walks where you can finish with a pint at a traditional local and some fine home cooked food. In season (October/November) you can make your own cider, but at any time of year you’ll be able to sample the local brew and get another real taste of the lovely countryside around you.
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Essentials
The important stuff
Check in: 3 PM
Check out: 10 AM
Please bring a torch, wellies, waking boots and flip flops to wear on your way to the hot tub
Please not that outdoor footwear is not permitted in the cabin
Guests are not permitted to fly drones over the farm
Initial supply of firewood is provided. Extra can be purchased at £5 per bag
Mobile phone signal available
Plug sockets and USB ports available
The cabin is 150m from another cabin on-site
There is a parking space next to the cabin
Please note the cabin is situated on a working farm so there may be farming activities happening on site during your stay
The owners live on site. The cabin is near to their house but still private
Sleeping arrangements
One king-size bed
Cooking
Kitchen equipped with an electric hob, oven, fridge with freezer compartment
Cooking utensils, crockery and glassware is provided
Firepit area
BBQ and cooking equipment
Washing
En suite bathroom with a shower, sink and flushing toilet
Basic toiletries are provided
Heating, lighting & bedding
Bed linen and towels are provided
Wood burner in the living area
Electric heater
Entertainment
Hot tub
Scrabble
Books
Cards
TV
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Getting there
Highgates Farm, Stout Hill, Henley, Langport, Somerset, TA10 9BJ
By public transport
Taunton is the nearest train station about a 30 minute drive away (15.5 miles).
Castlecary station is a 30 minute drive away (15 miles) but guests are highly recommended to have a car as public transport is few and far between.
The nearest bus stop is in Langport (3.9 miles) but guests are highly recommended to have a car as public transport is few and far between.
By car
Directions from High Ham: Starting at the village green outside the church (phone box on your right), go past the school on your right. Take a left at the fork over Stout Hill. Stay on this road until you reach the bottom of the hill where you'll pass a white cottage on your left, a newly built house, and finally a thatched farm house; this is Highgates Farm!
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Food & Drink
At Highgates farm:
A nice slice of homemade cake or biscuits on arrival.
Milk, tea, and coffee are provided.
Local shops:
The nearest shops are in Somerton - a nice 4 mile cycle away, and in Langport where they have a Tesco and lots of independent shops.
You can get a 5% discount at Pitney Farm Shop if you go by foot or by bike.
Pubs & Restaurants:
Lime Kiln Inn (6 miles) a traditional pub serving good homemade food and real ales.
White Hart (4 miles) - local pub serving Local organic food, lovely decoration and a pretty courtyard for warmer days!
Devonshire Arms (5 miles) - fine dining restaurant in a Grade II former hunting lodge.
Bere Cider Company (2.2 miles) - café and cider makers, with occasional evening events
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Activities
At Highgates farm:
Take a soak in your own private hot tub!
Go bird watching and wildlife spotting
Places to visit:
Somerton market town (5.3 miles) - the perfect spot to spend a relaxing day whiling away the hours in a pretty market town, enjoying local tearooms, pubs and independent shops, taking in the old charm in every corner.
Glastonbury (10 miles) - possibly the quirkiest town in England. Steeped in history, myth and the smell of incense.
Cheddar Gorge (18 miles) - it's not only one of Britain's most spectacular natural landmarks, but also an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Wells (16 miles) - this splendid medieval palace has been the home of the Bishops of Bath & Wells for over 800 years.
Clarks Village (8.2 miles) - discover up to 60% off RRPs, an outlet escape like no other, where modern country meets effortless style.
Outdoor & Active:
Mendips activity centre (21 miles) - the centre has grown into the biggest and most reputable outdoor activity provider in the South West.
Exmoor National Park (31 miles) - feel the open space of our heather topped moorland, catch a glimpse of wild red deer or iconic Exmoor ponies, explore our mysterious and very special woodlands, find your new favourite village pub, or marvel at a unique landscape shaped by people and nature over thousands of years.
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Meet your hosts
Meet Andrew, Sam & family
Andrew has been farming at Highgates for most of his life and also runs a forge, but it was his brother, Richard Lee from shepherd’s hut experts Plankbridge, who crafted the Nancy Blackett. They chose the name after the adventurous and creative character in Arthur Ronsome's 'Swallows and Amazons'; a story of an idyllic era, of endless summer evenings and the beauty of youthful imagination. It suits the set up very well indeed. Their latest creation, The Firkin Ferret, was named after a loved pet ferret who was found in a cider barrel after going missing for a few days.
Wildlife & Environment
Highgates Farm operates as a private nature reserve and part of the farm is a protected county wildlife site. Otters, herons, kingfishers, and badgers are regular visitors, so it pays to keep your eyes peeled, especially at dawn and dusk. The Nancy Blackett itself takes pride of place upon an island in a well-stocked carp lake, whilst The Firkin Ferret is positioned on the edge of the nature reserve.
This classic cabin has been lovingly created by owner Andrew over his many years at Highgates Farm. It’s a clear and simple space of mellow, natural colours and warmth from the large round wood burner. The king size bed is at the back and your lounge/kitchen with hobs and oven to the front, with the en suite bathroom just off the main space. Outside you’ll find the electric hot tub waiting for you to soak and steam until all your stress is gone. You may wonder how the name The Firkin Ferret came about - when Andrew was young he kept ferrets but one day he lost the male ferret, the hob. After a few days, he was found alive and well in an empty cider barrel. As luck would have it, a half size barrel, called a Firkin. From then on, the hob was renamed ‘Firkin Ferret’! As the cabin has a cider-making theme being next to the farms cider press, The Firkin Ferret was born. There are a couple of farm buildings through the trees to your right and about 150m off is another space, the Nancy Blackett, but you’ll feel completely private as you sit by the fire pit late at night under the stars, toasting marshmallows and listening to the sounds of the surrounding woodland and nature reserve.
Those sounds could be anything from otters and badgers to herons, kingfishers and a host of other creatures that thrive here. If you fancy even more animal encounters, head over to Steart Marshes or the wilds of Exmoor for bird spotting or to meet the ponies. There are great days out to funky Glastonbury, the craggy Cheddar Gorge and the caves of Wookey Hole, as well as a host of lovely walks where you can finish with a pint at a traditional local and some fine home cooked food. In season (October/November) you can make your own cider, but at any time of year you’ll be able to sample the local brew and get another real taste of the lovely countryside around you.
Highgates Farm, Stout Hill, Henley, Langport, Somerset, TA10 9BJ
By public transport
Taunton is the nearest train station about a 30 minute drive away (15.5 miles).
Castlecary station is a 30 minute drive away (15 miles) but guests are highly recommended to have a car as public transport is few and far between.
The nearest bus stop is in Langport (3.9 miles) but guests are highly recommended to have a car as public transport is few and far between.
By car
Directions from High Ham: Starting at the village green outside the church (phone box on your right), go past the school on your right. Take a left at the fork over Stout Hill. Stay on this road until you reach the bottom of the hill where you'll pass a white cottage on your left, a newly built house, and finally a thatched farm house; this is Highgates Farm!
Somerton market town (5.3 miles) - the perfect spot to spend a relaxing day whiling away the hours in a pretty market town, enjoying local tearooms, pubs and independent shops, taking in the old charm in every corner.
Glastonbury (10 miles) - possibly the quirkiest town in England. Steeped in history, myth and the smell of incense.
Cheddar Gorge (18 miles) - it's not only one of Britain's most spectacular natural landmarks, but also an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Wells (16 miles) - this splendid medieval palace has been the home of the Bishops of Bath & Wells for over 800 years.
Clarks Village (8.2 miles) - discover up to 60% off RRPs, an outlet escape like no other, where modern country meets effortless style.
Outdoor & Active:
Mendips activity centre (21 miles) - the centre has grown into the biggest and most reputable outdoor activity provider in the South West.
Exmoor National Park (31 miles) - feel the open space of our heather topped moorland, catch a glimpse of wild red deer or iconic Exmoor ponies, explore our mysterious and very special woodlands, find your new favourite village pub, or marvel at a unique landscape shaped by people and nature over thousands of years.
Andrew has been farming at Highgates for most of his life and also runs a forge, but it was his brother, Richard Lee from shepherd’s hut experts Plankbridge, who crafted the Nancy Blackett. They chose the name after the adventurous and creative character in Arthur Ronsome's 'Swallows and Amazons'; a story of an idyllic era, of endless summer evenings and the beauty of youthful imagination. It suits the set up very well indeed. Their latest creation, The Firkin Ferret, was named after a loved pet ferret who was found in a cider barrel after going missing for a few days.
Wildlife & Environment
Highgates Farm operates as a private nature reserve and part of the farm is a protected county wildlife site. Otters, herons, kingfishers, and badgers are regular visitors, so it pays to keep your eyes peeled, especially at dawn and dusk. The Nancy Blackett itself takes pride of place upon an island in a well-stocked carp lake, whilst The Firkin Ferret is positioned on the edge of the nature reserve.
Me and my partner had the best time at The Firkin Ferret. The host was very friendly and welcoming, the location was peaceful and beautiful and the accommodation was so relaxing and lovely.
16/10/2026
Afonso
What a lovely little find. Nice welcoming email from the owners previous to our arrival. Nice little touches, milk, eggs, biscuits and even a bottle of cider. Hot tub was perfect, nice temperature. Lovely log burner in the lounge which we loved after coming in from the hot tub. We found a lovely pub called the old pound inn which was a 10 min drive away. The best pub food we’ve had in a long time, we went twice! Highly recommend this lovely cabin
12/10/2026
Kate
Lovely and peaceful. Accommodation was clean and tidy on the inside and very comfortable.
Grateful for the eggs and biscuits and cider included in arrival. Improvements. When enjoying the hot tub it was disappointing to see all the cobwebs on the outside of the hut and windows, very noticeable being so close to the hot tub. Also the radiator in the bathroom gets very hot when you have the hot water on. Burnt myself getting out the shower. No notice to warn us of this. All in all a lovely place to spend the weekend.
25/09/2026
Colleen
Response from Canopy & Stars
Hello Colleen. Many thanks for taking the time to share your feedback following your stay at The Firkin Ferret. We’re pleased to hear you enjoyed the weekend and found it comfortable and peaceful!
With regards to your comments, the bathroom towel rail is electrically heated and designed to stay at one standard temperature, independently of the hot water system. It is intended to provide a gentle heat for drying towels. We’re sorry to hear that you ended up burning yourself, and had the owners been made aware during your stay, they would have been more than happy to come over and check that everything was working as it should with the heating.
We’re also sorry that you found the cobwebs around the outside of the hut and windows noticeable while using the hot tub. As the property is situated in a natural setting, some cobwebs can naturally occur, particularly during the autumn months, and can reappear very quickly despite regular upkeep.
Thank you again for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear that, overall, you enjoyed your stay and had a lovely weekend.
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A welcoming email from the owner with detailed instructions on finding the accommodation was really helpful. This seemed to set the tone of the holiday. The cabin was in a beautiful wooded surroundings totally detached from the farm. The only sounds we heard was the during our stay was the sound of a cockerel in the morning. The hot tub was certainly a great asset, we used it every day. Having used Canopy and Stars accommodations on 3 previous occasions this certainly ticked all the boxes for us. Would happily revisit.
07/09/2026
Shona
I booked this as a surprise birthday present for my partner and he loved it!! we needed a get away break from home this was just it. It had everything we needed to relax including a hot tub, BBQ and fire pit where we roasted marshmallows and relaxed.
The cabin was very clean and so cosy!! would defiantly book here again!
07/08/2026
Kelly
The firkin ferret is an amazing place to stay. It was clean, quiet and such a relaxing weekend.
Local towns a short drive away, we took a walk around wells, Glastonbury and up to see Glastonbury Tor. Then came back to a relaxing evening.
Such a lovely place to stay, we hope to return in the future.
26/06/2026
Rebecca
Great place to stay everything you needed for a relaxing stay. Just one observation there should be a step at the side of the hot tup to ease getting in/out to prevent a slip or fall.
08/06/2026
John
Our stay was relaxing at the Firkin Ferret. We enjoyed the cabin and the hot tub! We loved visiting Glastonbury town and tor on the way!
24/04/2026
Lucy
We had a lovely couple of days, peaceful and relaxing, even though your staying on a working farm we didn't see or hear another person, we went for a little stroll around millennium woods which was just around the corner, the cabin itself was clean, cozy and comfortable, everything you could possibly need was provided for you, would highly recommend and would stay here again
10/04/2026
Joanne
We had a brilliant stay at The Firkin Ferret. It’s wonderfully isolated and peaceful, offering the perfect rustic vibe without sacrificing comfort. The decor is lovely, and we spent most of our time enjoying the great fire pit and the hot tub. Between the top-notch amenities and the thoughtful provision of extras, it’s clear a lot of care goes into this retreat. A great escape in the country!
30/03/2026
Louis
Had a wonderful stay! Such a rural quiet location. The cabin was clean with lovely furnishings. They had added nice touches such as fresh eggs, cider and biscuits. The shower was massive and the water lovely and hot. Egyptian cotton towels and nice hand soap. The bed was comfortable and the sheets good quality. We loved the wood burner and hot tub too! Fantastic place, wholly recommend!
20/03/2026
Louise
We had a beautiful stay at the Firkin Ferret! The little lodge was beautifully decorated and had a nice and cosy feel to it (the pillows and bedsheets were so lovely too). The outdoor area was quiet and peaceful and the fire pit was easy to use and enjoyable in the evenings. The place is nice, tucked away and secluded. Wonderful hot tub. Lots of things to do locally as well and we enjoyed exploring the local Millenium Woods. I would 100% recommend this to anyone looking for a calming, quiet getaway.
16/03/2026
Rebekah
The Firkin Ferret was a lovely and pleasurable stay in the countryside. The cabin itself had everything we needed and was comfortable and cosy. The hot tub was also great. The milk, cider and local eggs were a nice touch. It felt like we were near help if we needed it but not overlooked at all. I’d definitely return.
02/02/2026
Sophie
Such a peaceful, relaxing stay at The Firkin Ferret - would definitely recommend for switching off for a few days and visiting Cheddar gorge is a must!
31/12/2025
Sophie
We had a really lovely stay, very relaxing and peaceful.
05/12/2025
Matt
I really loved staying at The Firkin Ferret. A great cosy comfortable cabin, completely secluded, surrounded by trees, decking and a hot tub. Inside it was well furnished and modern and very clean. With great little extra touches such as a bottle of local cider, biscuits, marshmallows and fresh eggs. A lovely relaxing stay.
17/09/2025
Di
Wonderful weekend getaway. Location was perfect, cabin had everything we needed. We visited the Lime Kiln Inn for a fabulous Sunday lunch, Somerton and Street for a nice wander, and took a gentle stroll around Millennium Wood.
05/09/2025
Joanne
Much needed break in the countryside away from the hussle of busy life.
11/07/2025
Sophie
Our break was relaxing and rejuvenating! Being around nature and hearing and seeing all the wildlife was magical
06/06/2025
Kayleigh
We had the most amazing time at the Firkin Ferret. The cabin was absolutely stunning and set in such a picturesque location. We had everything we needed and loved the hot tub especially. Toasting marshmallows over the fire pit was also an highlight. Andrew and Sam were perfect hosts and we would love to go back sometime.
30/05/2025
Jamie
Where wanted to be in nature for our weekend away which is why we chose the firkin ferret. The cabin came with everything we needed but also offered the country lifestyle, peace and tranquility
18/04/2025
Freya
We had a wonderful stay at the Firkin Ferret. It had everything we needed for a cosy long weekend, from an indoor wood burner to outdoor fire pit, ready-to-use electric hot tub, spacious living area for a little cabin, big bed and fully stocked kitchen.
21/02/2025
Alison
It was very relaxing, the hosts were VERY helpful, especially when they tried to help us jump start the car when the battery was flat and let me use the freshly cleaned bathroom when I needed to use as we waited for The AA. They were very rescpectful of our privacy during our stay, they even left us a bottle of fizz and some party poppers for NYE. The cabin was cosy, peaceful and set with beautiful views.
30/12/2024
Claire
Absolutely lovely cabin, everything you could need for a quiet getaway! The kitchen was stocked with everything you could need. Lovely touches were added like farm fresh eggs and milk. Hot tub is excellent nice and big and stays hot for ages even when it’s cold outside. We loved the pig! The only thing I’d say is if you want to watch films etc download them on a laptop or tablet, because there’s not much signal and no wifi. Would definitely recommend and come again.
18/12/2024
Maisie
A lovely 4 days retreat before the Christmas rush - relaxed mornings watching the wildlife from the cabin window at sunrise, days full of walks of exploring local Somerset towns and tasting the great local produce, followed by relaxing evenings in the hot tub and around the wood burning stove.
25/11/2024
David
The whole time we spent there was a delight. So relaxing and the wildlife and privacy was just what we needed. We had a fantastic time. Highly recommended.
30/09/2024
Huw
Our 2nd stay at the Ferret .
Lovely location , accommodation & peaceful .
18/09/2024
Barry
It was so lovely! The cabin was really clean and homey. The hot tub and fire pit was exactly what we wanted it to be.
13/09/2024
Molly
Lovely stay, easy to find and everything we needed. Lot's of wildlife around (we even had a little hedgehog say hello while we used the fire pit one evening) The hot tub was a bonus too.
30/08/2024
Kirsty
It was really easy to find, the hosts gave great location details. The accommodation was perfect, so relaxing with the hot tub & different outside seating area & a huge firepit.
23/08/2024
Carolyn
I booked this stay for my husbands birthday, we both have busy lives and wanted a peaceful relaxing weekend. It was the perfect weekend it was peaceful surrounded by nature, and great location. The cabin was clean and comfortable, the jacuzzi was easy to use and the firepit was nice in the evenings.
09/08/2024
Emma
Myself and my husband stayed at the Firkin Ferret for our honeymoon and it couldn't have been more perfect.
It was exactly what we were looking for, the cabin was so cosy and comfortable and it was a lovely touch to have local cider, fresh milk in the fridge and the owners even left a bottle of prosecco and truffles to welcome us.
On site it was so quiet, only the sounds of birds, sheep and turkeys and the pig just by the cabin was so sweet
Relaxing in the hot tub at night looking up and watching bats flying around was magical.
We are planning on returning for our first wedding anniversary
Highly recommended to anyone who wants a quiet getaway and be off the grid for a few days.
29/07/2024
Claire
We had an amazing stay. The cabin was perfect. Well equipped, serene location and beautifully decorated.
26/07/2024
Caroline
An absolutely beautiful cabin! We had a very relaxing stay and enjoyed the stunning local area.
22/07/2024
Fraser
We had a lovely time there and when needed they help us inmediately! Definitely I will recommend this place and I will be looking to come back.
12/07/2024
Laura
Partner and I had a great stay at the firkin ferret. The cabin was well equipped with everything we needed and was nice and cosy. The hot tub was relaxing and the fire pit was great for roasting marshmallows. The signal is very hit or miss in the cabin but it was nice to be able to switch off and relax. We visited Clark’s Village which was great for shopping and a walk around. The stay was great and would definitely recommend.
10/07/2024
Dani
We loved our stay at Firkin Ferret. The house was gorgeous and the location was so peaceful and beautiful. We really enjoyed using all of the facilities provided for the house, including the cooking fire, hot tub and lovely treats. Would definitely book again!
31/05/2024
Catie
Very relaxing time and enjoyed getting away from the city to peace and quiet. Location and setting of cabin excellent
29/05/2024
Judy
Our stay was quite, peacefully & just what we needed, the cabin was very clean & when we arrived they provided milk, tea & coffee which I thought was a sweet thing to do afert our 3 hour drive.
13/05/2024
Maria
My wife and I have stayed at the Firkin Ferret for a weekend last year. This year we decided to visit again and have a quiet few days away. The place is very quiet and afforded a few days rest. It is a good place and a hub to venture out on day trips which we did to a number of the towns around and s visit to the Fleet Air Arm museum.
10/05/2024
Ken
The cabin was beautiful, cosy, and really well-presented. The wood burner made it nice and warm; a perfect place to sit and read. The kitchen was clean and really well-equipped. The fresh milk and local cider waiting for us were really appreciated. We loved the hot tub and the table by it we could rest our drinks on. We spent time in it chatting, and lying back and reading. I took a lot of pleasure in watching and identifying the many birds, so thanks for leaving the RSPB book in the cabin for us. The bathroom was clean, the toiletries supplied were lovely, and the shower was great. When we had a small problem with the hot water our hosts were easy to contact and resolved it really quickly for us. We had a such a wonderful time relaxing in the countryside, we didn't even have a look around the local area. We couldn't be happier with our little holiday and would recommend it for any couple looking to get away from it all.
22/03/2024
Jackelyn
Fantastic stay here 3rd visit will be booking again for next year the location cabin and hot tub were brilliant and very very clean would highly recommend to anyone just wanting to get away from the hustle of normal life 5*****
13/03/2024
Lee
Absolutely lovely stay at the Firkin & Ferret. The lodge was spotlessly clean, extremely well equipped with essentials and some added little extra touches such as local soaps, local cider, some marshmallows for toasting, big basket of burning wood, full jars of tea, coffee and sugar and even a little fresh farm milk in the fridge. The hot tub was clean and warm and very inviting after a long local walk.
19/02/2024
KAREN
We had a wonderful, quiet stay here in Somerset and loved the homely setting and hot tub. The nearby farm shops supplied us with fresh veg and meats for our stay and there were interesting sites to visit within a hour's drive.
09/02/2024
Danielle
My partner and I spent our weekend at the firkin ferret and we were very happy with everything at the lodge. It has the perfect balance of modern and rustic, with the well equipped kitchen, modern bathroom and easy to use hot tub.
12/01/2024
Tim
It was fantastic we really enjoyed it, a perfect getaway!
03/01/2024
Marianne
The stay was absolutely lovely! It was quiet and so relaxing. Eating all of the wild life around the area was a lovely experience. Everything was clean and tidy.
08/12/2023
Becky
It was honestly the best little get away we’ve ever had. We didn’t need for anything. Everything we possibly needed was there waiting for us. It was so peaceful even with it being on a working farm. It was honestly so perfect and we’re already looking at coming back for a little new years treat.
10/11/2023
Jade
We stayed in The Firkin Ferret in Glastonbury, the cabin was lovely and felt remote enough to have privacy but also near to the farm in case of any issues. The cabin was clean and very welcoming.
30/10/2023
Poppy
What a lovely relaxing stay! The cabin has everything you could want, surrounded by nature. We had an amazing semi off-grid stay, away from our busy life enjoying what Somerset has to offer. The local pub recommendations were amazing!! We ate great food, chilled in the hot tub and cosied up by the fire in the evening. I would definitely love to return in future!
27/10/2023
Claire
We arrived and found the place as described. The sat nav got us to the right location and on time. It you want a comfortable place, that's quiet and wish to get away from the stress of life and relax, then I would recommend the Firkin Ferret for a few days away. We shall plan to return, this time for three days.
02/10/2023
Ken
We had a lovely stay on the farm. The chalet is delightful and everything we wanted. It was clean, well equipped, quiet and secluded although next to a working farm. The hot tub was perfect and set on a deck so no stones to walk across. All in all highly recommended.
18/08/2023
Chris
The cabin was extremely well presented. Very clean . We had complimentary eggs from the farms chickens. Soap and shampoo with fresh towels and robes. Also fresh milk in the fridge from the farm. A bottle of local cider and love heart sweets.. the showers were powerful and hot. And the kitchen was well furnished. The hot tub was perfect and secluded .
11/08/2023
Martin
We had the best stay here for my birthday! Such a gorgeous, clean and wholesome space complete with chicken friends to wake up to and hang out with. Although when we arrived we didn’t expect it to be so close to the house, you do feel so tucked away from everything and have personal, private space. We enjoyed all that was offered. The hot tub is spectacularly hot and inviting, easy to access and again so private. The fire pit is cosy and easy to use with plenty of firewood to enjoy for the 2 night stay we had. The weather for August was raining and cloudy which actually made the perfect ambience but this is also a great space for hot summer days with plenty of space at the front of the cabin to sunbathe and relax. The wood burner in the cabin is very easy to use and creates such a gorgeous atmosphere in what is a gorgeous Cabin. Thank you so much Sam and Andrew for this perfect space.
31/07/2023
Courtney
What a little slice of heaven! With walks in every direction, and everything you could want and more at the space itself, The Firkin Ferret was exactly what the doctor ordered to recharge our batteries. Stargazing in the hot tub, meditating by the firepit, hanging out with the resident chickens and reading by the woodburner are moments we won't forget! Thank you Sam and Andrew for a fantastic stay.
28/07/2023
Raquel
We had a lovely long weekend at the Firkin ferret. We couldn't have asked for better weather. The hot tub was perfect on the warm evenings after cooking round the camp fire
23/06/2023
Melissa
The Firkin Ferret was the perfect place for our child free get away, was very peaceful and beautiful, a little slice of heaven! We will most definitely be returning!
12/06/2023
Casey
Lovely stay in a very relaxing cabin ☺️
29/05/2023
Vittoria
Wow! What an amazing place! Totally out of the way and so peaceful. We got really lucky with the weather, which made our stay even better. Highly recommend staying here. Although if you don't drive make sure you plan taxis in advance as that's the one thing we forgot and then found it impossible to get a taxi at all, Andrew and Sam were very helpful and welcoming, they even went the extra mile with some decorations as we went for my partners birthday, so thank you so so much!
10/05/2023
Stephanie
We recently stayed at the Firkin Ferret for a mini moon after our wedding. The cabin was exactly as pictured and was the perfect location for a relaxing break. The hosts even added lovely extra touches as they knew we were just married. The cabin, location and hosts were perfect. Highly recommend.
17/04/2023
Alex
We had a very relaxing stay in a very beautiful setting. Very clean and tidy, the hot tub was absolutely wonderful.
14/04/2023
Chloe
A really lovely lodge with a beautiful view. The hot tub was brilliant and its set back location made it feel like we were completely hidden away. We loved using the outdoor fire pit. Such a peaceful location.
07/04/2023
Nicola
So peaceful
27/03/2023
Stephanie
My partner and I had a truly magical couple of days at The Firkin Ferret for his 30th. The cabin was beautiful with a gorgeous wood burner, comfortable bed, well kitted out kitchen and of course that hot tub
(we're back at home now and I'm genuinely mourning it)! The cabin feels secluded and we awoke to birdsong each day - all very romantic . I really can't remember the last time I felt more relaxed. On our final night at The Firkin Ferret I proposed to my partner in front of the fire and he said yes. This place will always be special to us. Thank you Andrew and Sam for a memorable stay.
20/03/2023
Josh
We had the best stay at The Firkin Ferret. So peaceful and calm. Amazing listening to the birds in the morning
20/02/2023
Emily
Great place to stay everything you need to get away and just relax with no interruptions would highly recommend this cabin to anyone wanting a nice break with peace and quiet
15/02/2023
Lee
Very peaceful, relaxing holiday. With a very clean, well stocked dwelling. The owner went above and beyond with nice little touches, including; prosecco, valentines sweets, drinks, really cool tray over the hot tub. The hot tub was lush. Real easy break away from it all as no TV or WiFi meant you were locked into your own little world.
13/02/2023
John
We had a lovely stay at the Firkin Ferret. The cabin was cosy and well equipped and the location was peaceful. The hosts were great and their recommendations for local places to eat were really useful. The cabin was well situated to either explore or relax and we enjoyed doing both
27/12/2022
Becky
Fantastic stay at the Firkin Ferret over Christmas. Although the cabin is reasonably close to the main house, the positioning makes you feel very secluded. Set on a lovely farm, only a 10 minute drive from amenities, the cabin has everything you need for a peaceful stay away. The hot tub was our absolute highlight and soaking in there with the sound of the birds and sight of all the stars was unbeatable. Even a rain and hail shower couldn't make us get out!
23/12/2022
Leigh
We had a wonderful stay at the Firkin Ferret. Despite the cold weather it was lovely and warm and Sam and Andrew made sure we had everything we needed. Would highly recommend.
09/12/2022
Liz
We had such an amazing time at The Firkin Ferret for our anniversary. It was such a cosy cabin and the little touches like the robes for the hot tub was such a nice touch. We wanted a chance to switch off and be in the outdoors, and we did just that! Despite the rain, we were able to sit indoors with the fire and completely chill out. Couldn't recommend enough!
16/11/2022
Hannah
We had a lovely time, what a gorgeous cabin in a great location. So close to cheddar gorge and Glastonbury! The hosts gave us lots of space and was a perfect private retreat to relax from the busy world! Thank you Sam & Andrew!
11/11/2022
Connie
The best stay ever.
07/11/2022
Siobhan
A really lovely short stay in a cosy pretty cabin. Our friendly hosts left out treats for our stay and made us feel truly welcome like it was our own place. The electric hot tub was perfect for watching the stars and even enjoying the rain!
Perfect quiet nights with nothing but the sound of light rain and the nocturnal wildlife. Perfect getaway from modern life!
31/10/2022
Dayne
We really enjoyed our stay - peaceful setting and the property was very clean.
21/09/2022
Hannah
We had a lovely stay at The firkin ferret, perfect for a of couple days away. Absolutely lovely location and good paths around for a bike ride. Andrew and Sam had provided the basics we needed. Despite less than appealing weather the cabin was lovely and cosy. definitely will be coming back again, Also the cabin felt private and not like we were in someone’s land
07/09/2022
robyn
Wonderful. So peaceful and relaxing.
31/08/2022
Dawn
I really liked this place that I chose for my husband's birthday. We had a great time in the trees and bird sounds away from the city rush. The house was very clean and had everything we needed.
08/08/2022
Ozge
Really relaxing and lovely place to stay. Thank you for the nice touches- the dressing gowns and marshmallows to toast :)
01/08/2022
Abby
We had a lovely stay at the firkin ferret, it was very peaceful and a gorgeous little place to stay. There was a beautiful little area outside with a jacuzzi which we really enjoyed making use of and just down the path a lovely bench to sit on to enjoy the fire pit. I would definitely visit this place again.
20/07/2022
Tanya
it was beautiful! amazing location, it was so private and great facilities, would 1000% go again!
13/06/2022
Jessie
Super, tranquil and a great memory
01/06/2022
Michael
We had an amazing, relaxing weekend and would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a similar experience. The cabin, hot tub and surroundings were excellent, with all the necessary amenities to hand, plus extras that we were not expecting (loved the cider and biscuits). There was plenty of fuel for the log burner (that we didn't need to use) and the fire pit (which we did) and toasted the complementary marshmallows. The nature reserve was an unexpected extra delight and fortunately we brought binoculars along. All in all, a lovely experience that we recommend 100%.
27/05/2022
Diane
We had a wonderful relaxing stay at The Firkin Ferret! lots of little touches which was lovely! The cabin and hot tub were so clean and welcoming. We will definitely return, It was total peace and quiet which is exactly what we needed. Great place!
16/05/2022
natalie
A most enjoyable stay. The cabin, hot tub and location were very peaceful and would highly recommend. The owners were very helpful with an early check in. This cabin is a most if you want to relax.
13/05/2022
P
We had a brilliant stay at The Firkin Ferret, the surroundings were beautiful, the cabin was brilliant and had a back to nature/basics feel but with a bit of luxury! We cooked over the fire both nights, toasted marshmallows and relaxed in the hot tub.
09/05/2022
Bex
Absolutely amazing break it was nice an clean nice hot tub and it was nice to get back to basics
02/05/2022
Wayne
Fabulous! Exactly what we wanted!
29/04/2022
Ruth
My boyfriend and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Firkin Ferret. The cabin was incredibly clean and tidy and it's definitely well looked after. We made use of the log burner, hot tub and outside firepit and we were also able to cook our meals easily as there was a variety of different kitchen items available. The bed was very comfortable and we found the decor in the cabin very cosy and inviting. We were thankful for the items provided to us such as eggs, marshmallows, cider and milk. Thank you to the lovely owners for opening up such a beautiful and relaxing space.
22/04/2022
Samantha
Firkin Ferret is a lovely well equipped cabin in a beautiful quiet setting on the farm. We loved both the hot tub and the snoring pig!
18/04/2022
Linda
What a wonderful stay! The cabin was even more cosy and comfortable than we expected. It was also very clean, and it includes all the basics we needed. We really enjoyed the quietness, the jacuzzi, the wood burner…a very relaxing break. We definitely want to come back.
06/04/2022
Carolina
A lovely stay in a beautiful part of the UK! Cannot fault the cabin it was cosy, comfortable and very clean and felt like a real escape to the countryside.
01/04/2022
Lauren
We had a wonderful two night midweek stay at the firkin ferret and it was just what the doctor ordered. Great lodge, lovely finishing touches from the owners, VERY comfy bed. Great sized hottub and even the rain didn't stop us. Then spent a cosy evening or two playing scrabble over a fire. Lovely! Highly recommend!
28/02/2022
Charlotte
I stayed here with my mum to celebrate our birthdays. We had a great stay. We loved the cabin so much that we chose to cook rather then eat out so we could spend our evenings with the fire lit and for a g&t in the hot tub.
31/01/2022
Lynsey
We had a lovely stay at The Firkin Ferret, the location is perfect close to two lovely little villages/towns with little independent shops to keep you busy for the day with fabulous food to choose from. Then you arrive back to the cabin away from all the noise, to the sound of birds chirping with a cup of tea in your hands. Perfect little two night break for me and my husband... Happy 2022.
03/01/2022
Megan
The Firkin Ferret is a small patch of heaven. Everything is quiet, comfortable and clean.
On arrival the cabin was warm and welcoming and the jacuzzi was waiting for us. In the kitchen we found milk and eggs from the farm, tea, coffee, marshmallows and all the essentials. You can cook while you there and if you bring enough food for your stay you don't have to leave the place. The bed in the bedroom with white sparkling sheets was very comfortable , and the shower was big enough to fit two persons once.
You don't have TV or signal for Internet but you don't need it as in the cupboard are few games to play and books to read or you can relax for hours I the jacuzzi.
I love it and I cant recommend enough.
17/12/2021
Gina
Lovely cabin, log burner, comfy bed, hot tub and total relaxation, what's not to like
03/12/2021
Lynda
I hired The Firkin Ferret as a surprise for my Husbands 40th birthday, we wanted peace and quality time together and that’s exactly what we got. The accommodation was absolutely spotless, the cleanest place I’ve ever stayed. There was loads of amazing touches, marshmallows for the fire, flowers, milk & eggs. We loved the hot tub and it was was so peaceful. We cooked our breakfast on the fire and visited the local towns in the day. It truly is beautiful, I would love to to go back!
10/11/2021
Bethany
Was the best stay I’ve ever had, anywhere, will definitely be using Canopy and Stars again
03/11/2021
Jazmin
A great two night stay! Perfect location and everything ready for when we arrived. Would definitely reccommend.
29/10/2021
Louise
We had the best time! It was just the perfect place to get away, the cabin was so clean and lots of lovely touches. The hot tub was a dream, we stayed in it and watched the stars come out, perfect!
20/10/2021
Melissa
We had a wonderful time staying at the Firkin Ferret. We never actually met the hosts but we had everything that we needed, including welcoming cider, logs fir the stove and milk!
27/09/2021
Catherine
Peaceful surroundings to relax and recharge in. We toasted marshmallows on the fire pit to the sounds of owls
03/09/2021
Elizabeth
A thoroughly enjoyable stay in a secluded spot without the ties of modern life- no WiFi, no phone signal, no TV…bliss! However, what was a bonus of modern life was the fantastic hot tub just outside the door. Nice little touches on arrival of biscuits, cider and flowers and of course marshmallows to use over the fire pit. Even indulged in a game of scrabble! Kitchen facilities more than adequate as was the bathroom. Even collected a small punnet of sloes to make our own sloe gin at home.
01/09/2021
Laurence
This is an amazing place to stay, very quiet and private, the ideal getaway. The lodge is well equipped with everything you need. It is away from all the light pollution and you can see many stars on a clear night.
25/08/2021
Michael
Fantastic place very peaceful and 1st class accommodation
Host very welcoming and always there should you have any questions
Highly recommend for a nice peaceful break
19/07/2021
elroy
We had the best 3 nights at The Firkin Ferret. The place was lovely, clean & spotless. With a great hot tub & loads of open space.
09/07/2021
Gavin
I stayed for two nights at the Firkin Ferret. I stayed by myself. I had the best holiday it was so relaxing and comfortable. I was a bit nervous going away by myself but I honestly didn’t want to leave. The location is perfect and easy to find. My favourite village to visit was Sommerton. The people are so friendly everywhere in Somerset.
07/07/2021
Laura
We had the most amazing experience at The Firkin Ferret……. We booked the stay to get away from everyday work life and that’s exactly what we got …….. we were completely left alone …… we didn’t see anyone ….. the farm was quiet enough in the mornings and it was just such a peaceful stay
05/07/2021
Kelly
It was glorious! We wanted a break from the hustle and bustle of London, and that is exactly what we got. A cabin tucked away on a farm, that was built with privacy in mind. We had views of nature right from the decking, and our own hot tub next to the cabin. I truly would go back in a heartbeat, it was so relaxing and off the beaten track, perfect for anyone wanting to really escape. I can't stop recommending this place to my friends and family!
30/06/2021
Jess
Spending a few hours chatting in the hot tub with just the sound of birds and the wind in the trees reminded me of just what a Canopy and Stars stay is for. Nature, relaxation and reconnecting with each other without a screen in sight. The cabin is very welcoming (just like our greeting from Andrew and Sam) and cosy with a well equipped kitchen and a very comfortable bed. The great British weather did its thing and made May a bit chillier and wetter than normal but this just meant that the wood burner was even more appreciated and the hot tub even more special and warming. I definitely plan to return in the Summer months when you can have the double doors open, sit and enjoy the view and the peace and quiet.
07/06/2021
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Me and my partner had the best time at The Firkin Ferret. The host was very friendly and welcoming, the location was peaceful and beautiful and the accommodation was so relaxing and lovely.
16/10/2026
Afonso
What a lovely little find. Nice welcoming email from the owners previous to our arrival. Nice little touches, milk, eggs, biscuits and even a bottle of cider. Hot tub was perfect, nice temperature. Lovely log burner in the lounge which we loved after coming in from the hot tub. We found a lovely pub called the old pound inn which was a 10 min drive away. The best pub food we’ve had in a long time, we went twice! Highly recommend this lovely cabin
12/10/2026
Kate
Lovely and peaceful. Accommodation was clean and tidy on the inside and very comfortable.
Grateful for the eggs and biscuits and cider included in arrival. Improvements. When enjoying the hot tub it was disappointing to see all the cobwebs on the outside of the hut and windows, very noticeable being so close to the hot tub. Also the radiator in the bathroom gets very hot when you have the hot water on. Burnt myself getting out the shower. No notice to warn us of this. All in all a lovely place to spend the weekend.
25/09/2026
Colleen
Response from Canopy & Stars
Hello Colleen. Many thanks for taking the time to share your feedback following your stay at The Firkin Ferret. We’re pleased to hear you enjoyed the weekend and found it comfortable and peaceful!
With regards to your comments, the bathroom towel rail is electrically heated and designed to stay at one standard temperature, independently of the hot water system. It is intended to provide a gentle heat for drying towels. We’re sorry to hear that you ended up burning yourself, and had the owners been made aware during your stay, they would have been more than happy to come over and check that everything was working as it should with the heating.
We’re also sorry that you found the cobwebs around the outside of the hut and windows noticeable while using the hot tub. As the property is situated in a natural setting, some cobwebs can naturally occur, particularly during the autumn months, and can reappear very quickly despite regular upkeep.
Thank you again for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear that, overall, you enjoyed your stay and had a lovely weekend.
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A welcoming email from the owner with detailed instructions on finding the accommodation was really helpful. This seemed to set the tone of the holiday. The cabin was in a beautiful wooded surroundings totally detached from the farm. The only sounds we heard was the during our stay was the sound of a cockerel in the morning. The hot tub was certainly a great asset, we used it every day. Having used Canopy and Stars accommodations on 3 previous occasions this certainly ticked all the boxes for us. Would happily revisit.
07/09/2026
Shona
I booked this as a surprise birthday present for my partner and he loved it!! we needed a get away break from home this was just it. It had everything we needed to relax including a hot tub, BBQ and fire pit where we roasted marshmallows and relaxed.
The cabin was very clean and so cosy!! would defiantly book here again!
07/08/2026
Kelly
The firkin ferret is an amazing place to stay. It was clean, quiet and such a relaxing weekend.
Local towns a short drive away, we took a walk around wells, Glastonbury and up to see Glastonbury Tor. Then came back to a relaxing evening.
Such a lovely place to stay, we hope to return in the future.
26/06/2026
Rebecca
Great place to stay everything you needed for a relaxing stay. Just one observation there should be a step at the side of the hot tup to ease getting in/out to prevent a slip or fall.
08/06/2026
John
Our stay was relaxing at the Firkin Ferret. We enjoyed the cabin and the hot tub! We loved visiting Glastonbury town and tor on the way!
24/04/2026
Lucy
We had a lovely couple of days, peaceful and relaxing, even though your staying on a working farm we didn't see or hear another person, we went for a little stroll around millennium woods which was just around the corner, the cabin itself was clean, cozy and comfortable, everything you could possibly need was provided for you, would highly recommend and would stay here again
10/04/2026
Joanne
We had a brilliant stay at The Firkin Ferret. It’s wonderfully isolated and peaceful, offering the perfect rustic vibe without sacrificing comfort. The decor is lovely, and we spent most of our time enjoying the great fire pit and the hot tub. Between the top-notch amenities and the thoughtful provision of extras, it’s clear a lot of care goes into this retreat. A great escape in the country!
30/03/2026
Louis
Had a wonderful stay! Such a rural quiet location. The cabin was clean with lovely furnishings. They had added nice touches such as fresh eggs, cider and biscuits. The shower was massive and the water lovely and hot. Egyptian cotton towels and nice hand soap. The bed was comfortable and the sheets good quality. We loved the wood burner and hot tub too! Fantastic place, wholly recommend!
20/03/2026
Louise
We had a beautiful stay at the Firkin Ferret! The little lodge was beautifully decorated and had a nice and cosy feel to it (the pillows and bedsheets were so lovely too). The outdoor area was quiet and peaceful and the fire pit was easy to use and enjoyable in the evenings. The place is nice, tucked away and secluded. Wonderful hot tub. Lots of things to do locally as well and we enjoyed exploring the local Millenium Woods. I would 100% recommend this to anyone looking for a calming, quiet getaway.
16/03/2026
Rebekah
The Firkin Ferret was a lovely and pleasurable stay in the countryside. The cabin itself had everything we needed and was comfortable and cosy. The hot tub was also great. The milk, cider and local eggs were a nice touch. It felt like we were near help if we needed it but not overlooked at all. I’d definitely return.
02/02/2026
Sophie
Such a peaceful, relaxing stay at The Firkin Ferret - would definitely recommend for switching off for a few days and visiting Cheddar gorge is a must!
31/12/2025
Sophie
We had a really lovely stay, very relaxing and peaceful.
05/12/2025
Matt
I really loved staying at The Firkin Ferret. A great cosy comfortable cabin, completely secluded, surrounded by trees, decking and a hot tub. Inside it was well furnished and modern and very clean. With great little extra touches such as a bottle of local cider, biscuits, marshmallows and fresh eggs. A lovely relaxing stay.
17/09/2025
Di
Wonderful weekend getaway. Location was perfect, cabin had everything we needed. We visited the Lime Kiln Inn for a fabulous Sunday lunch, Somerton and Street for a nice wander, and took a gentle stroll around Millennium Wood.
05/09/2025
Joanne
Much needed break in the countryside away from the hussle of busy life.
11/07/2025
Sophie
Our break was relaxing and rejuvenating! Being around nature and hearing and seeing all the wildlife was magical
06/06/2025
Kayleigh
We had the most amazing time at the Firkin Ferret. The cabin was absolutely stunning and set in such a picturesque location. We had everything we needed and loved the hot tub especially. Toasting marshmallows over the fire pit was also an highlight. Andrew and Sam were perfect hosts and we would love to go back sometime.
30/05/2025
Jamie
Where wanted to be in nature for our weekend away which is why we chose the firkin ferret. The cabin came with everything we needed but also offered the country lifestyle, peace and tranquility
18/04/2025
Freya
We had a wonderful stay at the Firkin Ferret. It had everything we needed for a cosy long weekend, from an indoor wood burner to outdoor fire pit, ready-to-use electric hot tub, spacious living area for a little cabin, big bed and fully stocked kitchen.
21/02/2025
Alison
It was very relaxing, the hosts were VERY helpful, especially when they tried to help us jump start the car when the battery was flat and let me use the freshly cleaned bathroom when I needed to use as we waited for The AA. They were very rescpectful of our privacy during our stay, they even left us a bottle of fizz and some party poppers for NYE. The cabin was cosy, peaceful and set with beautiful views.
30/12/2024
Claire
Absolutely lovely cabin, everything you could need for a quiet getaway! The kitchen was stocked with everything you could need. Lovely touches were added like farm fresh eggs and milk. Hot tub is excellent nice and big and stays hot for ages even when it’s cold outside. We loved the pig! The only thing I’d say is if you want to watch films etc download them on a laptop or tablet, because there’s not much signal and no wifi. Would definitely recommend and come again.
18/12/2024
Maisie
A lovely 4 days retreat before the Christmas rush - relaxed mornings watching the wildlife from the cabin window at sunrise, days full of walks of exploring local Somerset towns and tasting the great local produce, followed by relaxing evenings in the hot tub and around the wood burning stove.
25/11/2024
David
The whole time we spent there was a delight. So relaxing and the wildlife and privacy was just what we needed. We had a fantastic time. Highly recommended.
30/09/2024
Huw
Our 2nd stay at the Ferret .
Lovely location , accommodation & peaceful .
18/09/2024
Barry
It was so lovely! The cabin was really clean and homey. The hot tub and fire pit was exactly what we wanted it to be.
13/09/2024
Molly
Lovely stay, easy to find and everything we needed. Lot's of wildlife around (we even had a little hedgehog say hello while we used the fire pit one evening) The hot tub was a bonus too.
30/08/2024
Kirsty
It was really easy to find, the hosts gave great location details. The accommodation was perfect, so relaxing with the hot tub & different outside seating area & a huge firepit.
23/08/2024
Carolyn
I booked this stay for my husbands birthday, we both have busy lives and wanted a peaceful relaxing weekend. It was the perfect weekend it was peaceful surrounded by nature, and great location. The cabin was clean and comfortable, the jacuzzi was easy to use and the firepit was nice in the evenings.
09/08/2024
Emma
Myself and my husband stayed at the Firkin Ferret for our honeymoon and it couldn't have been more perfect.
It was exactly what we were looking for, the cabin was so cosy and comfortable and it was a lovely touch to have local cider, fresh milk in the fridge and the owners even left a bottle of prosecco and truffles to welcome us.
On site it was so quiet, only the sounds of birds, sheep and turkeys and the pig just by the cabin was so sweet
Relaxing in the hot tub at night looking up and watching bats flying around was magical.
We are planning on returning for our first wedding anniversary
Highly recommended to anyone who wants a quiet getaway and be off the grid for a few days.
29/07/2024
Claire
We had an amazing stay. The cabin was perfect. Well equipped, serene location and beautifully decorated.
26/07/2024
Caroline
An absolutely beautiful cabin! We had a very relaxing stay and enjoyed the stunning local area.
22/07/2024
Fraser
We had a lovely time there and when needed they help us inmediately! Definitely I will recommend this place and I will be looking to come back.
12/07/2024
Laura
Partner and I had a great stay at the firkin ferret. The cabin was well equipped with everything we needed and was nice and cosy. The hot tub was relaxing and the fire pit was great for roasting marshmallows. The signal is very hit or miss in the cabin but it was nice to be able to switch off and relax. We visited Clark’s Village which was great for shopping and a walk around. The stay was great and would definitely recommend.
10/07/2024
Dani
We loved our stay at Firkin Ferret. The house was gorgeous and the location was so peaceful and beautiful. We really enjoyed using all of the facilities provided for the house, including the cooking fire, hot tub and lovely treats. Would definitely book again!
31/05/2024
Catie
Very relaxing time and enjoyed getting away from the city to peace and quiet. Location and setting of cabin excellent
29/05/2024
Judy
Our stay was quite, peacefully & just what we needed, the cabin was very clean & when we arrived they provided milk, tea & coffee which I thought was a sweet thing to do afert our 3 hour drive.
13/05/2024
Maria
My wife and I have stayed at the Firkin Ferret for a weekend last year. This year we decided to visit again and have a quiet few days away. The place is very quiet and afforded a few days rest. It is a good place and a hub to venture out on day trips which we did to a number of the towns around and s visit to the Fleet Air Arm museum.
10/05/2024
Ken
The cabin was beautiful, cosy, and really well-presented. The wood burner made it nice and warm; a perfect place to sit and read. The kitchen was clean and really well-equipped. The fresh milk and local cider waiting for us were really appreciated. We loved the hot tub and the table by it we could rest our drinks on. We spent time in it chatting, and lying back and reading. I took a lot of pleasure in watching and identifying the many birds, so thanks for leaving the RSPB book in the cabin for us. The bathroom was clean, the toiletries supplied were lovely, and the shower was great. When we had a small problem with the hot water our hosts were easy to contact and resolved it really quickly for us. We had a such a wonderful time relaxing in the countryside, we didn't even have a look around the local area. We couldn't be happier with our little holiday and would recommend it for any couple looking to get away from it all.
22/03/2024
Jackelyn
Fantastic stay here 3rd visit will be booking again for next year the location cabin and hot tub were brilliant and very very clean would highly recommend to anyone just wanting to get away from the hustle of normal life 5*****
13/03/2024
Lee
Absolutely lovely stay at the Firkin & Ferret. The lodge was spotlessly clean, extremely well equipped with essentials and some added little extra touches such as local soaps, local cider, some marshmallows for toasting, big basket of burning wood, full jars of tea, coffee and sugar and even a little fresh farm milk in the fridge. The hot tub was clean and warm and very inviting after a long local walk.
19/02/2024
KAREN
We had a wonderful, quiet stay here in Somerset and loved the homely setting and hot tub. The nearby farm shops supplied us with fresh veg and meats for our stay and there were interesting sites to visit within a hour's drive.
09/02/2024
Danielle
My partner and I spent our weekend at the firkin ferret and we were very happy with everything at the lodge. It has the perfect balance of modern and rustic, with the well equipped kitchen, modern bathroom and easy to use hot tub.
12/01/2024
Tim
It was fantastic we really enjoyed it, a perfect getaway!
03/01/2024
Marianne
The stay was absolutely lovely! It was quiet and so relaxing. Eating all of the wild life around the area was a lovely experience. Everything was clean and tidy.
08/12/2023
Becky
It was honestly the best little get away we’ve ever had. We didn’t need for anything. Everything we possibly needed was there waiting for us. It was so peaceful even with it being on a working farm. It was honestly so perfect and we’re already looking at coming back for a little new years treat.
10/11/2023
Jade
We stayed in The Firkin Ferret in Glastonbury, the cabin was lovely and felt remote enough to have privacy but also near to the farm in case of any issues. The cabin was clean and very welcoming.
30/10/2023
Poppy
What a lovely relaxing stay! The cabin has everything you could want, surrounded by nature. We had an amazing semi off-grid stay, away from our busy life enjoying what Somerset has to offer. The local pub recommendations were amazing!! We ate great food, chilled in the hot tub and cosied up by the fire in the evening. I would definitely love to return in future!
27/10/2023
Claire
We arrived and found the place as described. The sat nav got us to the right location and on time. It you want a comfortable place, that's quiet and wish to get away from the stress of life and relax, then I would recommend the Firkin Ferret for a few days away. We shall plan to return, this time for three days.
02/10/2023
Ken
We had a lovely stay on the farm. The chalet is delightful and everything we wanted. It was clean, well equipped, quiet and secluded although next to a working farm. The hot tub was perfect and set on a deck so no stones to walk across. All in all highly recommended.
18/08/2023
Chris
The cabin was extremely well presented. Very clean . We had complimentary eggs from the farms chickens. Soap and shampoo with fresh towels and robes. Also fresh milk in the fridge from the farm. A bottle of local cider and love heart sweets.. the showers were powerful and hot. And the kitchen was well furnished. The hot tub was perfect and secluded .
11/08/2023
Martin
We had the best stay here for my birthday! Such a gorgeous, clean and wholesome space complete with chicken friends to wake up to and hang out with. Although when we arrived we didn’t expect it to be so close to the house, you do feel so tucked away from everything and have personal, private space. We enjoyed all that was offered. The hot tub is spectacularly hot and inviting, easy to access and again so private. The fire pit is cosy and easy to use with plenty of firewood to enjoy for the 2 night stay we had. The weather for August was raining and cloudy which actually made the perfect ambience but this is also a great space for hot summer days with plenty of space at the front of the cabin to sunbathe and relax. The wood burner in the cabin is very easy to use and creates such a gorgeous atmosphere in what is a gorgeous Cabin. Thank you so much Sam and Andrew for this perfect space.
31/07/2023
Courtney
What a little slice of heaven! With walks in every direction, and everything you could want and more at the space itself, The Firkin Ferret was exactly what the doctor ordered to recharge our batteries. Stargazing in the hot tub, meditating by the firepit, hanging out with the resident chickens and reading by the woodburner are moments we won't forget! Thank you Sam and Andrew for a fantastic stay.
28/07/2023
Raquel
We had a lovely long weekend at the Firkin ferret. We couldn't have asked for better weather. The hot tub was perfect on the warm evenings after cooking round the camp fire
23/06/2023
Melissa
The Firkin Ferret was the perfect place for our child free get away, was very peaceful and beautiful, a little slice of heaven! We will most definitely be returning!
12/06/2023
Casey
Lovely stay in a very relaxing cabin ☺️
29/05/2023
Vittoria
Wow! What an amazing place! Totally out of the way and so peaceful. We got really lucky with the weather, which made our stay even better. Highly recommend staying here. Although if you don't drive make sure you plan taxis in advance as that's the one thing we forgot and then found it impossible to get a taxi at all, Andrew and Sam were very helpful and welcoming, they even went the extra mile with some decorations as we went for my partners birthday, so thank you so so much!
10/05/2023
Stephanie
We recently stayed at the Firkin Ferret for a mini moon after our wedding. The cabin was exactly as pictured and was the perfect location for a relaxing break. The hosts even added lovely extra touches as they knew we were just married. The cabin, location and hosts were perfect. Highly recommend.
17/04/2023
Alex
We had a very relaxing stay in a very beautiful setting. Very clean and tidy, the hot tub was absolutely wonderful.
14/04/2023
Chloe
A really lovely lodge with a beautiful view. The hot tub was brilliant and its set back location made it feel like we were completely hidden away. We loved using the outdoor fire pit. Such a peaceful location.
07/04/2023
Nicola
So peaceful
27/03/2023
Stephanie
My partner and I had a truly magical couple of days at The Firkin Ferret for his 30th. The cabin was beautiful with a gorgeous wood burner, comfortable bed, well kitted out kitchen and of course that hot tub
(we're back at home now and I'm genuinely mourning it)! The cabin feels secluded and we awoke to birdsong each day - all very romantic . I really can't remember the last time I felt more relaxed. On our final night at The Firkin Ferret I proposed to my partner in front of the fire and he said yes. This place will always be special to us. Thank you Andrew and Sam for a memorable stay.
20/03/2023
Josh
We had the best stay at The Firkin Ferret. So peaceful and calm. Amazing listening to the birds in the morning
20/02/2023
Emily
Great place to stay everything you need to get away and just relax with no interruptions would highly recommend this cabin to anyone wanting a nice break with peace and quiet
15/02/2023
Lee
Very peaceful, relaxing holiday. With a very clean, well stocked dwelling. The owner went above and beyond with nice little touches, including; prosecco, valentines sweets, drinks, really cool tray over the hot tub. The hot tub was lush. Real easy break away from it all as no TV or WiFi meant you were locked into your own little world.
13/02/2023
John
We had a lovely stay at the Firkin Ferret. The cabin was cosy and well equipped and the location was peaceful. The hosts were great and their recommendations for local places to eat were really useful. The cabin was well situated to either explore or relax and we enjoyed doing both
27/12/2022
Becky
Fantastic stay at the Firkin Ferret over Christmas. Although the cabin is reasonably close to the main house, the positioning makes you feel very secluded. Set on a lovely farm, only a 10 minute drive from amenities, the cabin has everything you need for a peaceful stay away. The hot tub was our absolute highlight and soaking in there with the sound of the birds and sight of all the stars was unbeatable. Even a rain and hail shower couldn't make us get out!
23/12/2022
Leigh
We had a wonderful stay at the Firkin Ferret. Despite the cold weather it was lovely and warm and Sam and Andrew made sure we had everything we needed. Would highly recommend.
09/12/2022
Liz
We had such an amazing time at The Firkin Ferret for our anniversary. It was such a cosy cabin and the little touches like the robes for the hot tub was such a nice touch. We wanted a chance to switch off and be in the outdoors, and we did just that! Despite the rain, we were able to sit indoors with the fire and completely chill out. Couldn't recommend enough!
16/11/2022
Hannah
We had a lovely time, what a gorgeous cabin in a great location. So close to cheddar gorge and Glastonbury! The hosts gave us lots of space and was a perfect private retreat to relax from the busy world! Thank you Sam & Andrew!
11/11/2022
Connie
The best stay ever.
07/11/2022
Siobhan
A really lovely short stay in a cosy pretty cabin. Our friendly hosts left out treats for our stay and made us feel truly welcome like it was our own place. The electric hot tub was perfect for watching the stars and even enjoying the rain!
Perfect quiet nights with nothing but the sound of light rain and the nocturnal wildlife. Perfect getaway from modern life!
31/10/2022
Dayne
We really enjoyed our stay - peaceful setting and the property was very clean.
21/09/2022
Hannah
We had a lovely stay at The firkin ferret, perfect for a of couple days away. Absolutely lovely location and good paths around for a bike ride. Andrew and Sam had provided the basics we needed. Despite less than appealing weather the cabin was lovely and cosy. definitely will be coming back again, Also the cabin felt private and not like we were in someone’s land
07/09/2022
robyn
Wonderful. So peaceful and relaxing.
31/08/2022
Dawn
I really liked this place that I chose for my husband's birthday. We had a great time in the trees and bird sounds away from the city rush. The house was very clean and had everything we needed.
08/08/2022
Ozge
Really relaxing and lovely place to stay. Thank you for the nice touches- the dressing gowns and marshmallows to toast :)
01/08/2022
Abby
We had a lovely stay at the firkin ferret, it was very peaceful and a gorgeous little place to stay. There was a beautiful little area outside with a jacuzzi which we really enjoyed making use of and just down the path a lovely bench to sit on to enjoy the fire pit. I would definitely visit this place again.
20/07/2022
Tanya
it was beautiful! amazing location, it was so private and great facilities, would 1000% go again!
13/06/2022
Jessie
Super, tranquil and a great memory
01/06/2022
Michael
We had an amazing, relaxing weekend and would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a similar experience. The cabin, hot tub and surroundings were excellent, with all the necessary amenities to hand, plus extras that we were not expecting (loved the cider and biscuits). There was plenty of fuel for the log burner (that we didn't need to use) and the fire pit (which we did) and toasted the complementary marshmallows. The nature reserve was an unexpected extra delight and fortunately we brought binoculars along. All in all, a lovely experience that we recommend 100%.
27/05/2022
Diane
We had a wonderful relaxing stay at The Firkin Ferret! lots of little touches which was lovely! The cabin and hot tub were so clean and welcoming. We will definitely return, It was total peace and quiet which is exactly what we needed. Great place!
16/05/2022
natalie
A most enjoyable stay. The cabin, hot tub and location were very peaceful and would highly recommend. The owners were very helpful with an early check in. This cabin is a most if you want to relax.
13/05/2022
P
We had a brilliant stay at The Firkin Ferret, the surroundings were beautiful, the cabin was brilliant and had a back to nature/basics feel but with a bit of luxury! We cooked over the fire both nights, toasted marshmallows and relaxed in the hot tub.
09/05/2022
Bex
Absolutely amazing break it was nice an clean nice hot tub and it was nice to get back to basics
02/05/2022
Wayne
Fabulous! Exactly what we wanted!
29/04/2022
Ruth
My boyfriend and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Firkin Ferret. The cabin was incredibly clean and tidy and it's definitely well looked after. We made use of the log burner, hot tub and outside firepit and we were also able to cook our meals easily as there was a variety of different kitchen items available. The bed was very comfortable and we found the decor in the cabin very cosy and inviting. We were thankful for the items provided to us such as eggs, marshmallows, cider and milk. Thank you to the lovely owners for opening up such a beautiful and relaxing space.
22/04/2022
Samantha
Firkin Ferret is a lovely well equipped cabin in a beautiful quiet setting on the farm. We loved both the hot tub and the snoring pig!
18/04/2022
Linda
What a wonderful stay! The cabin was even more cosy and comfortable than we expected. It was also very clean, and it includes all the basics we needed. We really enjoyed the quietness, the jacuzzi, the wood burner…a very relaxing break. We definitely want to come back.
06/04/2022
Carolina
A lovely stay in a beautiful part of the UK! Cannot fault the cabin it was cosy, comfortable and very clean and felt like a real escape to the countryside.
01/04/2022
Lauren
We had a wonderful two night midweek stay at the firkin ferret and it was just what the doctor ordered. Great lodge, lovely finishing touches from the owners, VERY comfy bed. Great sized hottub and even the rain didn't stop us. Then spent a cosy evening or two playing scrabble over a fire. Lovely! Highly recommend!
28/02/2022
Charlotte
I stayed here with my mum to celebrate our birthdays. We had a great stay. We loved the cabin so much that we chose to cook rather then eat out so we could spend our evenings with the fire lit and for a g&t in the hot tub.
31/01/2022
Lynsey
We had a lovely stay at The Firkin Ferret, the location is perfect close to two lovely little villages/towns with little independent shops to keep you busy for the day with fabulous food to choose from. Then you arrive back to the cabin away from all the noise, to the sound of birds chirping with a cup of tea in your hands. Perfect little two night break for me and my husband... Happy 2022.
03/01/2022
Megan
The Firkin Ferret is a small patch of heaven. Everything is quiet, comfortable and clean.
On arrival the cabin was warm and welcoming and the jacuzzi was waiting for us. In the kitchen we found milk and eggs from the farm, tea, coffee, marshmallows and all the essentials. You can cook while you there and if you bring enough food for your stay you don't have to leave the place. The bed in the bedroom with white sparkling sheets was very comfortable , and the shower was big enough to fit two persons once.
You don't have TV or signal for Internet but you don't need it as in the cupboard are few games to play and books to read or you can relax for hours I the jacuzzi.
I love it and I cant recommend enough.
17/12/2021
Gina
Lovely cabin, log burner, comfy bed, hot tub and total relaxation, what's not to like
03/12/2021
Lynda
I hired The Firkin Ferret as a surprise for my Husbands 40th birthday, we wanted peace and quality time together and that’s exactly what we got. The accommodation was absolutely spotless, the cleanest place I’ve ever stayed. There was loads of amazing touches, marshmallows for the fire, flowers, milk & eggs. We loved the hot tub and it was was so peaceful. We cooked our breakfast on the fire and visited the local towns in the day. It truly is beautiful, I would love to to go back!
10/11/2021
Bethany
Was the best stay I’ve ever had, anywhere, will definitely be using Canopy and Stars again
03/11/2021
Jazmin
A great two night stay! Perfect location and everything ready for when we arrived. Would definitely reccommend.
29/10/2021
Louise
We had the best time! It was just the perfect place to get away, the cabin was so clean and lots of lovely touches. The hot tub was a dream, we stayed in it and watched the stars come out, perfect!
20/10/2021
Melissa
We had a wonderful time staying at the Firkin Ferret. We never actually met the hosts but we had everything that we needed, including welcoming cider, logs fir the stove and milk!
27/09/2021
Catherine
Peaceful surroundings to relax and recharge in. We toasted marshmallows on the fire pit to the sounds of owls
03/09/2021
Elizabeth
A thoroughly enjoyable stay in a secluded spot without the ties of modern life- no WiFi, no phone signal, no TV…bliss! However, what was a bonus of modern life was the fantastic hot tub just outside the door. Nice little touches on arrival of biscuits, cider and flowers and of course marshmallows to use over the fire pit. Even indulged in a game of scrabble! Kitchen facilities more than adequate as was the bathroom. Even collected a small punnet of sloes to make our own sloe gin at home.
01/09/2021
Laurence
This is an amazing place to stay, very quiet and private, the ideal getaway. The lodge is well equipped with everything you need. It is away from all the light pollution and you can see many stars on a clear night.
25/08/2021
Michael
Fantastic place very peaceful and 1st class accommodation
Host very welcoming and always there should you have any questions
Highly recommend for a nice peaceful break
19/07/2021
elroy
We had the best 3 nights at The Firkin Ferret. The place was lovely, clean & spotless. With a great hot tub & loads of open space.
09/07/2021
Gavin
I stayed for two nights at the Firkin Ferret. I stayed by myself. I had the best holiday it was so relaxing and comfortable. I was a bit nervous going away by myself but I honestly didn’t want to leave. The location is perfect and easy to find. My favourite village to visit was Sommerton. The people are so friendly everywhere in Somerset.
07/07/2021
Laura
We had the most amazing experience at The Firkin Ferret……. We booked the stay to get away from everyday work life and that’s exactly what we got …….. we were completely left alone …… we didn’t see anyone ….. the farm was quiet enough in the mornings and it was just such a peaceful stay
05/07/2021
Kelly
It was glorious! We wanted a break from the hustle and bustle of London, and that is exactly what we got. A cabin tucked away on a farm, that was built with privacy in mind. We had views of nature right from the decking, and our own hot tub next to the cabin. I truly would go back in a heartbeat, it was so relaxing and off the beaten track, perfect for anyone wanting to really escape. I can't stop recommending this place to my friends and family!
30/06/2021
Jess
Spending a few hours chatting in the hot tub with just the sound of birds and the wind in the trees reminded me of just what a Canopy and Stars stay is for. Nature, relaxation and reconnecting with each other without a screen in sight. The cabin is very welcoming (just like our greeting from Andrew and Sam) and cosy with a well equipped kitchen and a very comfortable bed. The great British weather did its thing and made May a bit chillier and wetter than normal but this just meant that the wood burner was even more appreciated and the hot tub even more special and warming. I definitely plan to return in the Summer months when you can have the double doors open, sit and enjoy the view and the peace and quiet.
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.
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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