Deep Sky Eye Observatory — Attraction in South Quinan

Staying at Deep Sky Eye was an unforgettable experience. We booked for one night accommodation at the Sky Bubble (2 guests) and the Nocturnal Sky Theatre experience. Being able to see the night sky while lying in a soft bed was such a unique experience. The sky bubble was spacious and had a heater/aircon, a small table and chairs, a double bed, and bedside tables. Free wifi is available, although it can be a bit spotty, so we were given a walkie-talkie to communicate with Tim/Amanda, the owners. Although it did get a bit chilly at night, it was very warm and cozy in the bubble. The Nocturnal Sky Theatre experience was very enjoyable and we learned a lot from both Tim and Brenda. We even got to see very clear images of the craters of the moon through a telescope. Deep Sky Eye is a must visit if you want a unique experience, a chance to see the night sky away from the light pollutions of the cities, and to learn more about the stars, galaxies, and constellations.

Some tips: -Bring blankets or a jacket if you’re doing the Nocturnal Sky Theatre experience as the temperature can drop pretty drastically -Bring a pair of binoculars, if you have one, to see the night sky more clearly -Explore the grounds, there are many picturesque locations on the grounds with hammocks, chairs, and fire...

What can I say I am absolutely blown away. Tim's story is so inspiring that I wish I could just learn to become more like him. He is extremely kind, but also what I love most about my entire experience is learning from him about the universe and what we see in our night sky. I learned a lot of new things here even though I consider myself pretty well educated in astronomy, and he showcased many new perspectives. He gave us an entire presentation that was not only a magical experience as he walked us through the night sky but also an enlightening one about the mysteries in our universe. I haven't even talked about the accommodation yet which is also spectacular, it's not something I have ever seen and being able to look up and see the stars would be phenomenal. Unfortunately we had a little bit of bad weather but we still got to see the milky way and everything. I couldn't more highly recommend staying here if you are coming to Nova Scotia or Halifax. This was a once in a lifetime experience I will never forget. Thank you so much for making this all...

The Deep Sky Eye Observatory is run by Tim and his wife, developed through a personal interest in astronomy. My husband and I did the night sky experience along with staying one night in one of the bubbles with a clear ceiling to the night sky. It was an enlightening and wonderful experience. We got an overview of some of the dark sky efforts being undertaken in Nova Scotia, interactive overview of astronomical concepts and constellations in the sky, as well as visualizations of some astronomical features through the automatic telescope. We got clouded out of the in-person telescope session, but the night cleared up once we were in the bubble and had a gorgeous view of the night sky (stars, Milky Way!) all night. Several other amenities are included if you're staying in the bubble - kayak, propane BBQ, and fireplaces. The washrooms are kept clean as well. The bubble was equipped with plenty of extra blankets and a heater to keep warm as it gets chilly in the evening. Overall, this is an amazing experience, highly recommended to anyone...