Woody
Cranborne Chase
Cranborne Chase International Dark Sky Reserve · inside
Overview
Woody is a private shepherd’s hut for two at The Old Forge in rural Dorset, tucked beneath Fontmell Down and Melbury Beacon. The hut has a small double bed, Caledonian Dumpy wood burner, private bathroom and outdoor kitchen, with your own enclosed field, fire pit, converted grain-silo BBQ hut and covered hot tub overlooking the surrounding countryside. From April to September, you can also add the Tentipi to create an exclusive private camp for up to four guests, with the hut and tipi giving everyone their own space while sharing the outdoor space, fire pit and hot tub.
- Stargazing from hot tub
- Yes
- Southern aspect
- Clear
- External lighting
- Low Impact
- Other buildings
- Not verified
Stargazing guide
Open sides and views towards Fontmell Down. The private fire pit and converted grain-silo fire hut provide additional places to spend the evening outside beneath the stars.
Moon conditions
Waxing Gibbous · 92%
Cloud forecast
Checking tonight's sky…
Next 7 nights
Practical information
- Mobile signal
- Patchy
- Winter access
- Yes
- Nearest pub
- The Fontmell
- Nearest shop
- Fontmell Magna village shop
- More about this stay
- Visit
Other dark places
Book directly with the host
No fees — you arrange it with them



