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Mountain Sanctuary Dome Rustic Solitude 5BR

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Interior
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Aerial view

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Pownal, VT
  • Bennington Center for the Arts
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Bennington Battle Monument
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Hemmings Motor News Car Lover's Convenience Store & Vehicle Display
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the area

Bennington

Located in Bennington, this vacation home is within a 15-minute drive of Green Mountain National Forest and Taconic Ridge State Forest. .This vacation home is 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from Southern Vermont College and 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Solomon Wright Public Library.

What's nearby

  • Bennington Center for the Arts - 18 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Old First Congregational Church - 19 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Bennington Battle Monument - 20 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Hemmings Motor News Car Lover's Convenience Store & Vehicle Display - 20 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Bennington College - 26 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Apple Barn Country Bake Shop - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Dutchman's Tavern - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Fall's Diner - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mountain Sanctuary Dome Rustic Solitude 5BR

Where simplicity meets solitude. Find connection in this scenic mountainous retreat. Enmeshed in the natural landscape, this space is only accessible via unpaved roads and a steep 1200’ driveway. This is not a problem for most people in the summer months, however it is imperative you know where you are going in order to access whether this space is what you are looking for.
Even the journey here is part of the adventure.
*4WD/AWD & snow tires are essential during winter & early spring due to the possibility of snow or mud*

This property requires a lot of upkeep. The steward will likely be onsite during your stay, however the whole house will be exclusively reserved for the duration of your stay.

This home was handmade by artists in 1984, nestled between forest, meadow, stream, and sky. Whether it's the owls or the stars singing you to sleep, you will leave feeling rejuvenated. With swimming holes nearby, and woods to be explored just outside the front door, this secluded site is perfect for a private getaway or a group gathering.

This unique structure is a composition of iron, and cement called ferrocement construction. The molding of reinforcing iron, and following layers of cement give the structure its dome shape. This space was originally built off grid, but as of last year is electrified. Enjoy modern amenities in the middle of the woods including fridge, washer/dryer, hot/cold running water, Wifi. The driveway is roughly 1200' and can be inaccessible without the correct equipment. You will need snow tires during the winter months, and 4WD/AWD during mud season March/April.

This space will rejuvenate & inspire.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a desk and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Nate

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Coffee grinder
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Composting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

Mountain Sanctuary Dome Rustic Solitude 5BR Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra R., New York, New York

Liked: Cleanliness
Hippie paradise
The dome home is a gorgeous architecturally unique place. It is well appointed, with well kept plants, a little library, instruments, and a functional kitchen. It’s just an incredibly fun place to stay. There is a spectacular short hike ending in a swimming hole nearby. I suspect we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay at unique dome home
My friends and I stayed at the dome home for a weekend during August. The home is as advertised: uniquely constructed and had 6 individual bedrooms. We also loved visiting the swimming hole which is about a 30 minute walk or 4 minute drive from the property. Would recommend planning ahead to minimize driving on and off the property (i.e. get all groceries before arriving) because the road is fairly rocky.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Missing items
There was no TV, I needed to watch the weather for the job I was on… also no coffee pot or single cup makers
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024