The One Oklahoma Airbnb You Need to Book for Epic Dark Sky Views

Everyone needs a getaway every now and then. If you are feeling a bit overwhelmed right now, it might be time for you to take a weekend alone, with friends, or with other loved ones to go deep into a rural area for some peace and quiet, some relaxation, and some time in nature. And, if you enjoy stargazing (and who doesn't?), we have the perfect place for you. There are lots of rural areas in the Sooner State that are excellent for short escapes.

Anyone living in or visiting Oklahoma can have their pick of small towns, farms, and state parks to enjoy. However, if you really want to go somewhere to enjoy an Oklahoma Airbnb stargazing adventure, then you should pack up the car and head to Kenton. Kenton is a small town in the northwestern corner of the state, and according to the last census, it only has 31 residents. No one will find you there, and it's a place where you will enjoy much peace and thousands of stars. Read on to learn more about a special Airbnb we found there just for you!

Imagine stepping right outside your vacation rental and looking up to see a blanket of stars above you from horizon to horizon. There is nothing more relaxing on earth. You can do exactly that at this wonderful Airbnb in Kenton.

Kenton is the darkest part of Oklahoma. People come from all over the state, the nation, and even the world to observe the night sky from Black Mesa State Park. This corner of the state is miles and miles from the lights of any city and is way out on the tip of the panhandle. It's a high plains paradise that is one of the best spots in the entire United States to view the stars. Whether you enter Black Mesa State Park itself or simply stay at the Mesa Valley Guesthouse Airbnb for the duration of your stay, you're sure to have a very memorable time viewing the sky above you at night.

The Mesa Valley Guesthouse is very well-rated on Airbnb, and its host, Cerita, has been hosting night sky enthusiasts at this property for over a decade. This rental home ranks in the Top 5% of all homes on all of Airbnb worldwide, and it's easy to see why. It sleeps up to 10 guests in four bedrooms and has one bathroom. You can check yourself in upon arrival using the keypad. You'll love relaxing on the broad porch.

This home is secluded and private on a larger property called Walker Ranch. You'll be 42 miles from the nearest gas station or grocery store when you stay at the Mesa Valley Guesthouse. No one will bother you, that's for sure!

Inside the home, you'll find a comfortable living room for relaxing and socializing with your travel companions. The bedrooms are comfortable, too, and you'll love the star-themed bedding. The home also has an ample and spacious kitchen where you can prepare meals.

During your stay, you can spend your days hiking, bird watching, rock hounding, exploring Black Mesa State Park, or fishing at nearby Lake Carl Etling inside the park. Black Mesa is the highest point in Oklahoma at 4,973 feet above sea level, so hiking to that point can be a fun activity, and the park even has some preserved dinosaur tracks that you can check out, too!

At night, you can lie on a blanket all night on your back in the yard and marvel at the stars. In the past, amateur and professional astronomers have stayed at the Mesa Valley Guesthouse and have brought telescopes and other equipment to take a closer look. It would be wise for you to buy, borrow, or rent a telescope to bring along with you if you would like to do the same. However, don't feel like you have to. The sky is so dark in Kenton. You'll see plenty of stars with your naked eye.

Whether the sun is up or down, you're sure to have a relaxing and pleasant time in Kenton, Oklahoma, the whole time you are at the Mesa Valley Guesthouse. This is an isolated and remote spot where you can truly get away from it all, and where you are likely to see more stars in the sky than you ever have before in your life. Plan a trip today, and have a great trip! Kenton is calling your name.

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