A Dome Stay Full of Surprises
This dome offers an unusual and eye-catching accommodation, but travelers should be aware of several practical factors before booking. Privacy is minimal - there are no blinds, and the walking path passes less than 10 feet from the window. The location is near a road, and semi-truck braking is clearly audible at times. Neighboring Airbnbs and homes occasionally play music at volumes where bass vibrations can be felt inside.
The property is part of a larger space used for yoga retreats, and during our stay, a retreat brought more than 20 cars, which surrounded the dome and made vehicle movement difficult. The on-site shower is semi-transparent, and restroom facilities are inside the owner’s home, accessed through their living space. There’s no way to know if it’s locked from their side, as they have their own entrance.
Inside the dome, we encountered cockroach activity. Ventilation is limited to the door, and with its plastic windows and insulated walls, the dome traps heat, becoming uncomfortably warm during much of the summer day. There is no picnic table, which makes outdoor cooking challenging, and the firewood provided contained large ant colonies. Multiple wasps were inside the dome upon arrival.
While this stay may appeal to those seeking an unconventional, community-adjacent glamping experience, guests looking for seclusion, cooler interiors, or uninterrupted privacy may want to weigh these factors carefully before booking.