Stargazing cottages in South West

Stargazing cottages in South West

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

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We have 181 stargazing cottages in the UK

Woonsmith is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Penzance, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £602 * booking fees included

Woonsmith

6192

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Penzance, West Cornwall.


Escape to the peace and allure of the Cornish countryside at this beautifully renovated two bedroom cottage with its secluded, exclusive wild swimming lake just outside the pretty ...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £602 *

Higher Trevorder Farmhouse is a Stunning 5 bedroom, dog friendly rural holiday cottage near Bodmin, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 9 + 3 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1324 booking fees included

Higher Trevorder Farmhouse

6075

Stunning 5 bedroom, dog friendly rural holiday cottage near Bodmin, North Cornwall.


Wind your way along the country lanes to uncover this magical retreat, that's waiting to greet up to nine lucky guests. Tucked deep within the Cornish countryside, yet within easy ...

  • Sleeps 9 + 3 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1324

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Heron Cottage is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £458 * booking fees included

Heron Cottage

6041

3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.


From splashing in the indoor swimming pool, to games of table-tennis and outdoor adventures across 12 acres of pasture and woodland, Heron Cottage is designed for memorable family ...

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £458 *

Wren Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £308 * booking fees included

Wren Cottage

6038

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.


Offering an indoor swimming pool, table-tennis and 12 acres of pasture and woodland for children to explore, Wren Cottage promises a fun-packed yet relaxed family holiday. Set in t...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £308 *

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Swallow Cottage is a 2 bedroom self catering cottage in Bideford, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £308 * booking fees included

Swallow Cottage

6039

2 bedroom self catering cottage in Bideford, North Devon.


With fantastic on-site facilities including an indoor swimming pool, table-tennis and 12 acres of pasture and woodland to explore, Swallow Cottage offers something to keep the whol...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £308 *

Kingfisher Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £308 * booking fees included

Kingfisher Cottage

6040

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.


With family-friendly facilities including an indoor swimming pool, table-tennis and plenty of outdoor space to roam, Kingfisher Cottage is an ideal choice for a self-catering holid...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £308 *

Gull Cottage is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £458 * booking fees included

Gull Cottage

6043

3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bideford, North Devon.


Boasting an indoor swimming pool, table-tennis and 12 acres of pasture and woodland, Gull Cottage offers everything needed for a fun and relaxed family escape. Set in the heart of ...

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £458 *

Puffin Cottage is a 3 bedroom self catering cottage in Bideford, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £459 * booking fees included

Puffin Cottage

6042

3 bedroom self catering cottage in Bideford, North Devon.


With superb on-site facilities including an indoor swimming pool, table-tennis and expansive outdoor space to explore, Puffin Cottage is a place where families can truly relax and ...

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £459 *

Robin Hill Cottages

  • Sleeps 30 + 12 cots in 6 properties
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £2298.00 booking fees included

3 Kelly's Gardens is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in St Ives, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £603 * booking fees included

3 Kelly's Gardens

6056

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in St Ives, Cornwall.


Tucked away in the very heart of St Ives, 3 Kelly's Gardens is a charming two bedroom terraced cottage and is the perfect spot for couples or families looking to soak up the town's...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £603 *

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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!