About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: The Base Vegan Retreat Animal Sanctuary in Bristol offers a guest house with one bedroom and a living room. Guests enjoy a private entrance, parquet floors, and a fully equipped kitchen. Relaxing Facilities: The property features spa facilities, a sun terrace, and a garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the retreat. Convenient Amenities: Private check-in and check-out services, housekeeping, and express services ensure a smooth stay. Free on-site private parking is provided. Local Attractions: Located 21 km from Bristol Airport, the retreat is close to Cabot Circus (7 km), Bristol Temple Meads Station (8 km), and Bristol Cathedral (9 km). Highly rated by guests for its friendly host.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
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Bedroom
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Harriet
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved staying at the retreat. Never been to Bristol before but would definitely go back. The Animals in the retreat was a highlight and getting to feed them.
  • Grace
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Exceeded our expectations on every front. Spending time with the animal crew was fab ,of course ,and we chose a totally immersive experience (sitting out with them and feeding them) The cabin is an unforgettable mixture of cosy and chic -so well...
  • Dominique
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is Bristol's best kept secret!!!! This is an amazing place where you have everything you need at hand and the vegan breakfast is also quite a treat. The animal of the sanctuary are very well looked after and very friendly.
  • Deaf
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fell in love with this place, so beautiful lodge, beautiful animal, etc! Lovely owners! 10/10
  • Roya
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean and spacious. Bed was one of the most comfortable i’ve stayed in. Kitchen was luxurious and fully equipped for a self catering break. It was really something to be able to look out and see the animals there. Just a shame the weather was...
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful place to stay, we love seeing the animals and stroking them , loved the chickens and how friendly they was and how they come to sit on your lap We loved the base vegan retreat And would love to visit again Mike &Andrea
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We loved the animals and friendly hosts. A lovely stay.
  • Stuart
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing vegan retreat. It was wonderful to see the animals around the gardens and the lodge was amazing. It was better than we imagined and the owners were so nice. We will definitely be back.
  • Wilkins
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly hosts and unique property full of lovely extras. Wish we could have stayed longer. Loved seeing the rescue animals and the exceptional care of them by the hosts.
  • Clare
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing cabin. Beautifully designed with everything you need.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Fiaz and Jacqui

9.8
Host review score
Fiaz and Jacqui
OVERVIEW The Base Vegan Retreat Animal Sanctuary in Bristol (the UK's Vegan capital!) offers the opportunity for you to meet graceful and enlightened beings liberated from farming and neglect, or those just in need of a new home. We are a not-for-profit with care and feed of the animals being financially supported by a luxury guest cabin and by public donation. The cabin is at the top of the garden, surrounded by animals with views and optional use of the outdoor hot tub. We also offer cooked breakfast and afternoon teas. ANIMAL ADVOCACY Campaigning against our dominion over animals and promoting an evolution of humanity is an essential extension of our work. VEGAN HOUSE, VEGAN RULES! To protect the sanctity of all guests, please note that animal derived food products (meat, fish, milk, cheese, butter & eggs) and food products containing such ingredients are not allowed on the premises. Whilst we accept innocent mistakes, flagrant breaches of this rule will be dealt with seriously. With regards to food for your companion animals, we are happy to make an exception provided it is packaged as ‘pet food’. Whilst we encourage a vegan diet for your companion animals, we understand this is not always possible. However, if you'd like to try out some vegan cat/dog food and treats, just ask us for some free samples. SMALL ANIMAL SANCTUARY The animals take forms known as Rabbit, Chicken, Turkey, Duck, Guinea Pig, Dog and Cat. Taking the time to see the individual in each one allows us to see 'who' they are. They roam free in the garden during the day, doing the things they need to do. We aim to make the whole place and guest experience testament to why putting animals first is the most beneficial thing we can do for ourselves, individually, socially and globally.
Our VIP animal guests are granted a free stay for life. It is central to what we do. Having someone to look after is good for the soul. Although they are mainly an endearing nuisance, it is a pleasure to watch these lucky souls who have landed on their feet and are finally allowed to do the little things that make them who they are. Dirt baths, digging, sunbathing, having 'food fights' and playing territorial gangsta tag. ACCOMMODATION The luxury cabin with a view, at the top of the garden, has an elevated position, the decked terrace gives open views of the mature gardens and dramatic sunrises over the rolling Cotswolds beyond. The cabin is a bespoke self build with a calm and spacious interior. It has a spacious studio area which is open plan to the fully equipped kitchen. The studio area has a large L shaped lounger containing a double sofa bed and a private bathroom. There is a separate adjoining bedroom with a king size bed. Underfloor heating through out and a wood burner makes it warm and cosy all year. The kitchen is fully equipped with espresso pod coffee maker, dishwasher, washer and dryer. Towels, hairdryer, iron and travel cot are also included as are other essentials like coffee pods, firewood and loo roll. We also provide vegan breakfast and afternoon teas, each freshly prepared to order by your hosts and delivered either to the cabin or in the gardens. The cabin includes a fully equipped kitchen with an espresso pod machine, smart TV and underfloor heating throughout and a real wood burner. Very cosy in the winter. We are also fully licensed serving organic wines and prosecco, all vegan of course. EXCLUSIVE USE SPA SESSIONS Indulge in our outdoor spa area where you can get warmed up in the hot tub, chill in the cold plunge and relax in the sauna. Chat, eat and drink in the sheltered pergola lounge whilst watching the rescued VIPs.
LOCATION We are located east edge of Bristol, convenient for Bath. Just 20 minutes' drive to Bristol's vibrant city centre, and 30 mins to the picturesque and historic city of Bath. Staying at The Base feels like you're in the countryside yet we are under 5 minutes' leafy stroll to the hidden Aspects Leisure Park with multi-screen cinema, restaurants with good vegan options, a pub, 10 pin bowling, gym and swimming pool! A few minute's further walk is Gallagher Retail Park with clothes shops, 24 hour supermarket, Subway, Starbucks and Costa Coffee. Cock Road Ridge is on our doorstep and is ideal for taking The Dog out with hills, wooded areas and views.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

The Base Vegan Retreat Animal Sanctuary takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 09:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that animal-based food products (for example meat, milk, cheese and eggs) are not permitted on the premises.

Please inform The Base Vegan Retreat Animal Sanctuary in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 09:00:00.