Off-grid Unidome escape with Hot Tub and Sauna for stargazing in Devon’s Blackdown Hills | House in Devon
1 Bedroom House in Honiton, Devon
Unplug in a clear stargazing dome at Hartridge Springs in Devon’s Blackdown Hills. Designed for couples or solo travellers, this off-grid Unidome sits on its own purposely separated pitch for privacy, with valley views, a fire pit, and space to sit outside in the open meadow. Inside, you’ll find a cosy sleeping pod with a double bed and bedding, a small dining area with tableware for two, and solar-powered lighting to keep light pollution low (with heating for cooler nights).
This is a nature-led break with big skies and simple comforts, ideal for slowing down and spending your evenings around the fire or watching the stars from the comfort of the dome. You’ll also have optional paid access to the communal wood-fired sauna and a free-of-charge modern shared wash block with hydrotherapy showers. A welcoming pub is around 200m away, and the Jurassic Coast is within easy reach by car for day trips.
At a glance
Sleeps: 2 guests
Bedrooms: 1 (double bed in a cosy sleeping pod inside the dome)
Bathroom: Not inside the dome; guests use the shared wash block on site
Setting: Hartridge Springs, Devon’s Blackdown Hills; private pitch with valley views in open meadow
Outdoor space: Private fire pit and space to sit out
Shared on-site facilities: communal wood-fired sauna (extra fee); shared wash block with hydrotherapy showers and eco-friendly toilets; communal fridge and freezer
Included for comfort: bedding, heating, solar-powered lighting designed to minimise light pollution
Parking: Free parking on the premises - you are welcome to drive up to the pod to drop luggage but any vehicles must remain parked in the designated area, away from the pod.
A home to relax and unwind
This stay is all about quiet evenings, dark skies, and a simple, cosy setup that helps you switch off. The dome is designed for panoramic daytime views and stargazing at night, with low-impact solar lighting to preserve the night sky. Spend time outside by your private fire pit, then warm up in the wood-fired sauna, and settle back into the dome to watch the stars.
The layout
The Stargazing Dome (private):
- Clear 15ft Unidome designed for panoramic views and stargazing
- Cosy sleeping pod with a double bed and bedding
- Small dining area with tableware for two
- Solar-powered lighting (to reduce light pollution) and heating for cooler nights
Your pitch (private):
- Purposely separated area for privacy
- Fire pit and outdoor space to sit out
Shared facilities (on site):
- Modern shared wash block with hydrotherapy showers
- Eco-friendly incinerating toilets
- Communal fridge and freezer
- Communal wood-fired sauna (paid extra)
Location
Hartridge Springs sits in Devon’s Blackdown Hills, surrounded by open countryside and big-sky views. With your dome set in meadowland, the atmosphere is calm and rural—well suited to guests looking for a quieter break and darker nights for stargazing. For food and a local welcome, there’s a pub around 200m away. If you’re planning a longer stay, the Jurassic Coast is within easy reach by car for memorable day trips.
House rules
- No smoking
- No parties or events
- Pets are allowed (£20 per pet per stay, maximum 2)
- Children allowed; infants allowed
- Maximum of 2 guests
- Use the fire pit, sauna and hot tub responsibly and follow any on-site guidance
- Quiet hours: please be respectful of the rural setting and other guests
- Please note: This is a multi-unit site, if your first choice for accommodation is not available please get in contact with us to view our other available units.
Extra charges
Wood-fired hot tub (paid add-on): £50 for a one night stay
Wood-fired sauna (paid add-on): £40 per night for 2 hours or £60 for the whole night
Extra Bundle of Logs: £10 - A complimentary bag of logs is provided for the fire pit, sauna and hot tub if booked. Extra logs can be purchased on-site, or you can bring your own wood.
Pets: £20 per pet (maximum 2 pets)
Booking policy
Full payment is due 30 days before arrival and will be automatically charged to the card on file.
If payment fails, it must be completed within 24 hours or the booking will be cancelled.
Early payment is allowed; card fees up to 3 percent are non-refundable if cancelled.
Guests are not required to pay a damage deposit in advance. However, we reserve the right to charge up to two hundred pounds per stay to the card on file in the event of any damage.
Cancellation policy
Full refund if cancelled 30 or more days before arrival.
Fifty percent refund if cancelled fourteen to thirty days before arrival.
No refund if cancelled within fourteen days of arrival.
If you have any questions about the dome, the shared facilities, or planning your stay in the area, please get in touch. We look forward to hosting you at The Stargazing Dome for a peaceful break under the stars.
No smoking
Pets allowed (£20 per pet per stay - maximum 2)
No parties or events
Maximum of 2 guests
Use fire pit, sauna and hot tub responsibly and follow any on-site guidance
Quiet hours: please be respectful of the rural setting and other guests
Off-grid Unidome escape with Hot Tub and Sauna for stargazing in Devon’s Blackdown Hills is located in Honiton. Off-grid Unidome escape with Hot Tub and Sauna for stargazing in Devon’s Blackdown Hills provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This House features Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Off-grid Unidome escape with Hot Tub and Sauna for stargazing in Devon’s Blackdown Hills has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 2 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Honiton has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Honiton, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Towels provided
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining table
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Living room
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Refrigerator
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Onsite parking
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Car recommended
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Pet friendly
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Smoke-free property
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English
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In a rural location
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Firepit
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Barbecue grill
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Garden
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Sauna
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Hot tub
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation