Title: Unique Star-Gazing Entertainment from your Pillow Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6342364&destination=Fairlie%2C+Canterbury%2C+New+Zealand&selected=88138200&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Unique Star-Gazing Entertainment from your Pillow ## Photo gallery for Unique Star-Gazing Entertainment from your Pillow ![Outdoor dining - Unique Star-Gazing Entertainment from your Pillow (Fairlie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88140000/88138200/88138200/8f07d8b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Unique Star-Gazing Entertainment from your Pillow (Fairlie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88140000/88138200/88138200/887def7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Unique Star-Gazing Entertainment from your Pillow (Fairlie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88140000/88138200/88138200/w1200h673x0y0-9975c405.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Unique Star-Gazing Entertainment from your Pillow (Fairlie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88140000/88138200/88138200/a408e812.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Unique Star-Gazing Entertainment from your Pillow (Fairlie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88140000/88138200/88138200/eae8c265.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Lucky Star Cottage, nestled off Mackenzie's famous Starlight Highway. Immerse yourself in The STARnR Experience, a cosmic audio adventure that brings the night sky to life with 90 minutes of music and narration, stargaze from your pillow through roof windows or relax in the alfresco dining area. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Washing machine - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Unique Star-Gazing Entertainment from your Pillow Want an OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATION EXPERIENCE? Don't spend your holiday $$s on 'just' a bed - Make the most of YOUR TIME under the Mackenzie stars and book your accommodation with 'The STARnR Experience' at Lucky Star Cottage! INCLUDED in your booking: \*Private fully self-contained accommodation with stargazing windows in the master bedroom - stargaze from your pillow! \*Included with your stay: THE STARnR EXPERIENCE - a cosmic audio adventure! The night sky is your movie screen, STARnR provides the music and narration to 90 minutes of cosmic connection. Don't miss out on the stars even if your 'starry night' is a cloudy one or coincides with a bright full moon. The STARnR Experience provides incredible and unique stargazing entertainment WHATEVER the weather \*An (awesome) stargazers app pre-loaded on the in house tablet for your enjoyment. Just off Mackenzie's famous Starlight Highway, in the township of Fairlie, Lucky Star Cottage is an easy 30 minute drive from Lake Tekapo (where the Mt. John Observatory is located.). Stargaze through roof windows from the comfort of your own cozy bed. The Space: Lucky Star Cottage is a purpose-built, self-contained, stargazing cottage. Well fenced with secure off-street parking, a small garden containing a double hammock and alfresco dining area, the cottage is designed for peaceful privacy all within easy walking distance of local amenities. Only 2.5 hours from Christchurch Airport, halfway between Christchurch and Queenstown - Lucky Star Cottage is a perfect place for your first or last luxurious night in South Island. Also perfect for a couple's romantic weekend. There's even space for your boat if you are keen on watersports - with Lakes Tekapo, Opuha, Pukaki and Alexandrina close by. Guest access: Self Check-in any time after 3pm with your own unique lockbox code ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Unit 4) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12350000/12346100/12346054/ad0a109c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pinewood Motels Fairlie - Kitchen - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 8.6 Excellent 490 reviews £80 includes taxes & fees 29 Apr - 30 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-29&endDate=2026-04-30&selected=12346054&PinnedHotelID=12346054&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Park View | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111440000/111431100/111431072/3398efbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gladstone Grand Hotel Fairlie - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Bar 5.4 52 reviews £41 includes taxes & fees 9 Apr - 10 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=111431072&PinnedHotelID=111431072&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33320000/33312200/33312189/9a8c446c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alpine Views Burkes Pass Burkes Pass - Kitchen - Washing machine - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.6 Exceptional 62 reviews £163 includes taxes & fees 3 May - 4 May [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-05-03&endDate=2026-05-04&selected=33312189&PinnedHotelID=33312189&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Luxury Villa, Lake View | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111130000/111125900/111125845/4d4892c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cedar View Lake Tekapo - Free Wi-Fi - Lake view 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-16&endDate=2026-04-17&selected=111125845&PinnedHotelID=111125845&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107960000/107957600/107957541/d95f53f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Three Rivers 2 Bedroom Cottage Lake Tekapo - Washing machine - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.8 Excellent 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-16&endDate=2026-04-17&selected=107957541&PinnedHotelID=107957541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114270000/114266600/114266569/c9e2c84d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alice Garden Lake Tekapo - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Lake view [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-16&endDate=2026-04-17&selected=114266569&PinnedHotelID=114266569&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49190000/49180200/49180109/da1705ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious 3 Bedroom house. 2 minute walk to Fairlie town & famous pies! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 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 ## About the area Fairlie is home to this cottage. Fairlie Heritage Museum and Vintage Car & Machinery Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Pleasant Valley Daffodils and Dark Sky Project. Pleasant Point Museum and Railway and Mount John Observatory are also worth visiting. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Unique Star-Gazing Entertainment from your Pillow Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary 19 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Wonderful well appointed cottage which appears to be almost new condition. Hosts thought of everything to make a comfortable stay. Excellent communication and responsiveness. ##### Gary Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kat R. 3 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great holiday house Great holiday house, has everything you need and is in great condition :) ##### Kat R. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natasha G. 29 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely little cottage Lovely modern cottage and hosts that did little things to make us feel very welcome. Will stay again and recommend this place. ##### Natasha G. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alanah D. 12 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Private cottage stay Very much enjoyed our overnight stay in your ‘perfect’ little cottage. ##### Alanah D. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian 14 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Beautiful cottage with great stargazing opportunities!! Lovely attention to detail and would highly recommend!! ##### Brian Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Duncan H. 16 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short stay with family and family dog We had a lovely one night stay on our trip further south. Cool little cabin and so good it accommodates pets. Sky lights in the bedroom are a great addition. ##### Duncan H. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pasu K. 2 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous Sky View Enjoyed the night in a beautiful town and lovely property. Highly recommended to experience this place for atleast two days. Kids loved their welcome treats and wanted to stay longer. ##### Pasu K. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### julia l. 21 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent welcoming environment Perfect for an overnight stop, en route to Picton.Very pleasant, clean and cozy. Very peaceful. Couldn't get tv working, maybe due to my lack of tech skills. Was appreciative ##### julia l. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### claire w. 19 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Brilliant bolthole We stayed in Fairlie as a mid-way break between destinations and we’re so pleased we did. Lucky star cottage is a delight, a tiny oasis in a lovely private garden. The cottage was spotless and comfortable and we even had a wee welcome parcel of lollies, eggs and milk.-even the dog received a treat. We felt at home straightaway! ##### claire w. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rowena V. 16 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fairlie cutie Although compact in size, this cottage has been cleverly designed and decorated to function very well. Love the skylights and excellent instruction manual. Thanks Ellie and Allan ##### Rowena V. Stayed 1 night in May 2023 ---