The Base Vegan Retreat Animal Sanctuary
Proud to be based in Bristol (the UK's Vegan capital!) our retreat and animal sanctuary offers the truly unique experience of being surrounded by beautiful rescued animals.
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Luxury Cabin
The luxury cabin with a view sleeps 4 and is, set at the top of the garden surrounded by rescue animals. It has a spacious studio interior with wood burner, underfloor heating, bathroom, fully equipped open plan kitchen and adjoining kingsize bedroom.£ 199 per night -
Sanctuary View Apartment
OPENING MID FEB 2027 - The Sanctuary View Apartment sleeps 4 with two bathrooms. This is the upper floor of the main house with a king size ensuite bedroom and a lounge with king size sofa bed and second bathroom. There is also a fully equipped kitchen with everything you could need.£ 145 per night
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Cabin, Apartment or Both!
You can choose between the luxury bespoke built cabin at the top of the garden or a spacious apartment taking the upper floor of the main house, or book both for a group occasion!
Outdoor Spa, All to Yourself.
We also have an outdoor spa area bookable for your exclusive use.
Luxury Cabin and Sanctuary View Apartment
Our not-for-profit animal sanctuary is almost entirely funded by accommodation and spa bookings.
House Rule #1:
Animal derived food products are not allowed on the premises.
This includes meat, fish, milk, cheese, butter & eggs and food products containing such ingredients.
Whilst we accept innocent mistakes, flagrant breaches of this rule will be dealt with seriously. This is to protect the sanctity of our vegan retreat for all guests, current and future. A note about pet food.
Breakfast
Due to other animal commitments, we are no longer offering breakfast to any new bookings. However, the cabin and apartment both have a fully equipped kitchen which makes it easy and fun to prepare your own.
Small Animal Sanctuary
We have rabbits, turkeys, ducks, guinea pigs, dogs and a cat, all rescued from harm and neglect. Taking some 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 have aimed to make the whole place and guest experience testament to why putting animals first is the most beneficial thing we can do 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.
Exclusive Spa Sessions
Endulge in our new 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. Full details here.
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 for a walk. It has tracks through meadows and wooded areas, hills and views.
Animal Advocacy
Campaigning against our dominion over animals and promoting an evolution of humanity is an essential extension of our work.
