The Observatory on its deck in the field at Star Farm on a foggy morning, with a shade sail above it and the cedar sauna beside it

Rendering of The Observatory from the field, with a deck around it, a pergola and a fire pit on the patio beside it

Rendering of the king bed in The Observatory, set into a wall of built-in storage, with a lamp and a chair beside it

Rendering of the bay window of The Observatory, with the bed, a chair and the field beyond the glass

Rendering of the bed and a chair in The Observatory, with the deck beyond the bay window

Rendering of the built-in closets beside the bed in The Observatory

Rendering of the full kitchen in The Observatory, with wood cupboards, stone counters and a round dining table

Rendering of the round dining table in The Observatory, under a round window

Rendering of the dining table and the kitchen in The Observatory, seen from the entry

Rendering of the entry of The Observatory, with a coat stand, a round window and the bay window beyond

Rendering of the entry and the kitchen of The Observatory, with a wooden stair and built-in storage

Rendering of a small desk with a mirror and a lamp in The Observatory

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Opening March 2027

The Observatory: a geodesic dome for two

Evenings are the show here: the fire going on the patio, dinner off the grill, and the sky over the field until you head inside.

Sleeps 2 adults
800 sq ft
King bed
1 bath

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About this space

The deck curves around The Observatory, with a pergola, an outdoor grill, and a private cedar sauna. Steps lead down to the fire-pit patio.

Inside, there’s a bay window and room to stay a while. A king bed, a full kitchen with a dishwasher, and a washer and dryer. The bathroom has a walk-in shower.

In peak summer, it runs a little warm from 3 PM to 7 PM, about 72 degrees inside. After the sun sets, 68 degrees is no problem. In winter, a heat pump keeps it warm, and the cedar sauna is a few steps across the deck.

Amenities

Full kitchen
Dishwasher
Washer and dryer
Walk-in shower
Heat & AC
WiFi
Private cedar sauna
Fire pit and grill

Where you'll sleep

The New River Gorge Bridge over the gorge in autumn

Where you'll be

1 Starry Sky Lane, Fayetteville, WV 25840

The Observatory is at Star Farm, on ten gated acres. Downtown Fayetteville is 4 minutes away, and New River Gorge National Park is 5.

Getting here

From Pittsburgh: 3 h 30 min
From Charlotte: 3 h 45 min
From Columbus: 3 h 45 min
From Richmond: 4 h 30 min
From Washington, DC: 5 h 15 min
From Charleston airport (CRW): 1 h 15 min

Paved road all the way to the front gate, then a beautiful gravel road. It's all flat, with no steep roads. No truck or four-wheel drive needed.

Get directions

The gorge

New River Gorge Bridge5 min drive
Bridge Walk tours cross on the catwalk under the deck.
New River Gorge National Park7 min drive
The visitor center and the bridge overlook.
Fayette Station Road7 min drive
A winding drive down under the bridge. It starts by the visitor center.
Adventures on the Gorge8 min drive
Whitewater rafting, zip lines and rock climbing.

Popular hikes

Long Point Trail10 min drive
3.2 miles round trip to the classic view of the bridge.
Endless Wall Trail9 min drive
A walk along the cliff edge to Diamond Point.
Beauty Mountain17 min drive
A short trail to a wide view of the gorge.

In town

Downtown Fayetteville4 min drive
Restaurants, coffee and vintage shopping. Try Pies & Pints, Secret Sandwich Society or Wood Iron Eatery.
Walmart Supercenter6 min drive
Groceries and supplies.
Gas station2 min drive
Right across the street, where our road meets US 19.

Rendering of The Observatory and its deck in the field, with the fire-pit patio below it

Questions

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When does The Observatory open?

In March 2027. I’ll write to everyone on the email list before reservations open.

Is Star Farm adults only?

Yes. Every stay is for adults 25 and over, and each one is built for two.

How many guests can stay?

A maximum of two.

Is The Observatory good for a longer stay?

Yes. It is built for one: 800 square feet, a full kitchen with a dishwasher, and a washer and dryer.

Is the bathroom inside The Observatory?

Yes. The bathroom, with a walk-in shower, is inside The Observatory.

Is The Observatory warm inside in summer?

It runs a little warm in peak summer, from 3 PM to 7 PM: about 72 degrees inside. After the sun sets, 68 degrees is no problem.

Is The Observatory warm in winter?

Yes. The Observatory is insulated, and the mini-split heat pump heats it. The private cedar sauna is on the deck.

What is the road in like?

Paved road all the way to the front gate, then a beautiful gravel road. It's all flat, with no steep roads. No truck or four-wheel drive needed.