Stargazing cottages in North England
The UK is an incredible place for stargazing, brimming with places ideal for memorable nights spent admiring the starry sky, constellations, planets, and Milky Way. So, why not make a holiday out of it? Stay in one of our Dark Skies cottages, which reside in beautiful Dark Sky Areas, Dark Sky Parks and Reserves, and Dark Sky Discovery Sites, and watch the night sky sparkle. Read more
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.We have 16 stargazing cottages in the UK
7 nights from £1040
Magical Barn
59962 bedroom self catering cottage near Haltwhistle.
Magical Barn is nestled on the edge of the Dark Sky Park in Northumberland amid green hills and woodland and from the moment you step out of your car and turn the corner to catch y...
7 nights from £1040
7 nights from £936
Magical Cottage
59972 bedroom self catering cottage near Haltwhistle.
Situated within a delightful courtyard surrounded by verdant landscapes, you'll find Magical Cottage. This beautifully converted single-storey former coach house, pairs its agricul...
7 nights from £936
7 nights from £633
No 9
60522 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near York.
Tucked away in a quiet gated community only steps from the pretty centre of the market town of Helmsley, sits No 9, a pretty two-storey cottage surrounded by beech hedging and with...
7 nights from £633
7 nights from £518
Yore View
59582 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Hawes.
A warm welcome awaits at Yore View in the Yorkshire Dales, perched on a ridge with amazing views over the countryside and surrounded by a large garden, this thoughtful renovation h...
7 nights from £518
British Travel Awards 2025
Best company for UK holiday home rentals
7 nights from £645
Low Rigg
57703 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Muker.
Come and enjoy a break in the Yorkshire Dales and relax with the rustic charm of an original Yorkshire stone cottage. Semi-detached Low Rigg is huddled at the edge the charming vil...
7 nights from £645
7 nights from £890
The Old Farmhouse
57923 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Pickering.
Nestled on the edge of the North York Moors in the charming town of Pickering, this Grade II Listed terraced cottage effortlessly combines historic charm with contemporary luxury. ...
7 nights from £890
7 nights from £436
Fell View
58123 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Hawes.
If you want to get away from it all, why not visit Fell View in Gunnerside! A cosy three bedroom cottage in the heart of the village with a local pub on your doorstep and a front c...
7 nights from £436
7 nights from £614
Dalesway Apartment
57962 bedroom self catering apartment in Ilkley
Set in the centre of the delightful spa town of Ilkley, this cosy retreat is ideal for guests who enjoy being within walking distance of shops, cafes and restaurants and for those ...
7 nights from £614
7 nights from £896 *
Low Shaw Farmhouse
57944 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Hawes.
As you approach the hamlet of Simonstone and look up to the hill on your right you will see Low Shaw Farmhouse nestled on the hillside, surrounded by sheep enclosed by the wonderfu...
7 nights from £896 *
7 nights from £482
Joe House
57792 bedroom self catering cottage near Hawes.
If you are looking for a cottage with a true country feel and a location to match, Joe House is for you. Set in a picturesque hamlet only a couple of minutes from the quaint villag...
7 nights from £482
Arrive at your handpicked holiday home safe in the knowledge it’s been fully inspected.
Quality inspections
We check our holiday homes to ensure that everything is up to our high standards for your holiday, from provision of our above standard minimum inventory to how fluffy the towels are, we make sure you’ll have a comfortable stay.
Hardworking teams of housekeepers will have the place spick and span, ready for your arrival, so when you get there you can just relax.
From the Cornish coast and moorland and the wilds of Exmoor National Park to the unspoilt landscapes of Northumberland National Park and the magic of the Isle of Skye (where you might even spot the Northern Lights!), these special stargazing locations are sure to make a holiday to remember. Autumn and winter are particularly magical for stargazing holidays; prepare a hot chocolate in a flask, wrap up warm, and enjoy. And do not forget to read our guide to Dark Sky Sites in the UK to brush up on your cosmic knowledge beforehand!