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Dramatic Geodesic Dome with amazing views, AC, spa and walk to town cold tub

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10255.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Idyllwild, California
  • San Jacinto Mountains
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Idyllwild Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Idyllwild Nature Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪78 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Dramatic Geodesic Dome with amazing views, AC, spa and walk to town cold tub

Unlike many houses in Idyllwild that are nestled completely in the pine trees, the Dome is perched on the edge of Crestview Drive and offers vistas to the ocean on the clearest days, and it is NEWLY REMODELED, and now with AC/Heat! The Dome covers over 1.5 acres of land. Watch the sunset every evening from the steamy hot tub, or adjacent deck, eat outside or in, or cuddle up in front of one or all of the three interior fireplaces arranged off of the central lava rock chimney. The living room has a soaring 26-foot ceiling that encompasses one third of the dome. The house is built adjacent to a 40-foot high rock formation that has Native American acorn grinding bowls carved into the rock at the highest point with the best views of the valley below. Imagine standing out on the deck and watching the deer climb up the hillside. Spend an evening gazing at the stars as they appear close enough to touch. Enjoy your moment on top of the world in the ever famous "Dramatic Geodesic Dome".
The Bungalow can be included for $150 per night plus $65 cleaning + tax ( 1 Queen, 2 single beds)
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE BOOKING:

Streaming services are available, but guests must log in using their accounts.
This vacation rental is equipped with a mini-split air-conditioning.

-Cancellations: Bookings canceled at least 60 days before the start of the stay will receive a full refund, with a $150.00 cancellation charge. Bookings canceled at least 30 days before the start of the stay will receive a 50% refund, plus a $150.00 cancellation charge.
No Cancellations are Allowed for November, December, and January.

- Pets: We do allow dogs, however, please note that there is a fee of $35 per dog per night. If you plan to bring more than one dog, you must obtain prior approval and additional fees may apply. When booking through selected third-party sites such as Airbnb, once your booking is confirmed, you will receive a payment request for the dog fee, which should be paid separately.

Check-in instructions: On your arrival day, the reserving guest will receive a text with check-in instructions between 3:30 and 4:00 PM. Please stop by our office to retrieve your key from the lockbox.

Parking: Free parking is available for 4 vehicles (Seasonal Restrictions Apply; chains are recommended in winter, and 4X4 is HIGHLY Recommended).

- County permit number: 001332

- Rental agreement: Please review our rental agreement for our house rules. You will receive an emailed version to sign, but if you prefer other options, please inquire.

- Age restrictions: Due to the new County of Ordinance 927.2: We no longer accept reservations for anyone under 21 years of age.

- Seasonal wood delivery: If available, there is a $25 fee per bundle (approximately 20 pieces). Please provide at least 5 days' notice for a Friday arrival date or at least 3 days' notice for any other day of the week. Please note that there are no refunds for this service.

- Confirmation: Upon booking this property through Airbnb, New Spirit Vacation Homes will send you a direct email confirming your reservation. Attached to this confirmation will be a contract you need to review, sign, and send back within 24 hours.

- Incidentals: We reserve the right to request payment for any incidentals. This includes but is not limited to firewood, pet fees, special occasion requests, personal grocery drop-offs, pay-per-view movies or sporting events, and damaged property.

Guests booking this home under the age of 25 years of age will provide an additional security deposit of $250-$500 on the day of arrival, depending on the home

-Home Guarded with Noise Aware
NoiseAware never identifies specific guest sounds or records guests. Ever. FCC-certified privacy-safe NoiseAware measures decibel levels over time, giving you privacy-safe noise monitoring that puts guest experience first.

Contact us: If you have any questions, please contact our staff.

Property manager

Monica

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
Property Registration Number RVC-0100, 71-222

About the area

Idyllwild

Located in Idyllwild, this cabin is in the mountains. While the natural beauty of Palm Canyon and Indian Canyon can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. Idyllwild Nature Center and Camelot Park Family Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.
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Idyllwild, California

What's nearby

  • San Jacinto Mountains - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Idyllwild Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Mount San Jacinto State Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Idyllwild Nature Center - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - 65 min drive - 80.2 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 56 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Center Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Idyllwild Brewpub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Idyllwild Pizza Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Red Kettle - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lumber Mill Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dramatic Geodesic Dome with amazing views, AC, spa and walk to town cold tub pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dramatic Geodesic Dome with amazing views, AC, spa and walk to town cold tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dramatic Geodesic Dome with amazing views, AC, spa and walk to town cold tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dramatic Geodesic Dome with amazing views, AC, spa and walk to town cold tub located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of San Jacinto Mountains and Idyllwild Park. Mount San Jacinto State Park and Idyllwild Nature Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 89 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Phenomenal

Such a beautiful place so perfect for our annual girls trip. Created the best memories in nature. We will be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really pretty getaway spot!

The dome was a great spot for our friend group pups to visit. It’s a short drive/walk into town, the view is incredible, the layout/space is really unique, the beds are comfy, and the kitchen is well equipped. The hot tub wasn’t cooperating for our stay which was a bit of a bummer, and there was a little more non-Vrbo paperwork than expected to lock in the rental, but overall I’d strongly recommend for those considering visiting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

anna m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for big group

There was 9 of us total! The property offered amazing views all around, it was clean and well stocked with kitchen supplies. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C. C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dome-estic Bliss

Thanksgiving at the Dome will forever be a part of our family story. Everyone loved the great views, the open living room gathered around the fireplace, and the hot tub. Many Thanks to Monica and the Vrbo staff for making our vacation special…and easy!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dome getaway

Spacious cabin with breathtaking views .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Mel R.

Unique home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Best parts about itCool architecture Great acoustics Incredible viewsTwo patios on main floorAmple seatingKitchen well appointed Ping pong table in closet!Small complaintsSteep driveway and paths that require sure footingA/C units are splits, took a while to get house coolSome items in disrepair Overall, we had a great time hiking and visiting town! Good location. Thank you for allowing our pups to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Isabelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beautiful outdoor location

Good: Beautiful view and cute outdoor spaces. Well stocked but missing some items including coffee. Property manager very responsive to fix problems with house. Bad: Property manager forces photographs of credit card and license and to sign an extra contract, none of which was REQUIRED when booking and they use an unvalidated system to store these so they need to add it to the property description. Tiny grill. A lot of items are broken like toilet seat cover, ripped leather couch and stairs, fridge did not work on arrival and spent hours with them to fix it. Acoustics carry all noise from downstairs to upstairs so difficult to sleep if people are awake.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle P.

The Perfect Dome!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This place was perfect for our group of 8! Everything you need is in this cabin! The toaster oven is even a Breville brand! Also, there’s no point in leaving because the views are absolutely amazing & the hot tub while watching the sunset is very relaxing! My husband brought his Sky Light Projector, which looked really cool on the ceiling of the dome at night time! I would book with this company again because of how clean & attention to detail everything was!
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8/10 Good

John L., Los Angeles

Excellent Views and Roomy

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We got switched to The Dome upon arrival (issue with the cabin we had reserved). The Dome is at the end of a cul-de-sac but quite isolated with amazing views at sunset. The hot tub is located away from the house, up a few flights of stairs to yield a tremendous view. Do this at sunset and you won't be disappointed at all. There could be slightly better lighting near the hot tub to aid in a nighttime session (quite dark otherwise). The main heater in the large living area was a bit temperamental but there are several space heaters throughout the house to keep rooms warm. The house is very well equipped, you'll lack for nothing, although they could use a real deal BBQ.
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10/10 Excellent

KENNY K.

AMAZING, CLEAN, AFFORDABLE, BEAUTIFUL!!!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This rental went above and beyond our expectations. We had an incredible time, and we will remember this trip forever. The outdoor spaces were amazing, the fireplaces were inviting, and the sunsets in the hot tub were spectacular. The rental was very clean and very well stocked with everything you need to cook. We could not have asked for a better experience. Thank you for a great family trip. We will definitely be booking with this company again.
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8/10 Good

Brandon S.

Well Appointed Home with Amazing View

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed for 4 days in the early spring -- cold nights, but the home has blankets and heaters and we had no problem keeping warm. The entire place was clean, the kitchen had everything we needed plus more. Towels and toilet paper were plentiful and easy to find. Plenty of space and entertainment for our kids. The house has an amazing view of the area and was located close to town and multiple trails and parks for exploring. Idyllwild is a charming community and a relaxing vacation. New Spirt Homes was wonderful to work with -- quick to answer any questions and seemingly always available. I will definitely use them again (they seem to run many of rentals in the area)
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8/10 Good

Brandon S.

Well Appointed Home with Amazing View

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed for 4 days in the early spring -- cold nights, but the home has blankets and heaters and we had no problem keeping warm. The entire place was clean, the kitchen had everything we needed plus more. Towels and toilet paper were plentiful and easy to find. Plenty of space and entertainment for our kids. The house has an amazing view of the area and was located close to town and multiple trails and parks for exploring. Idyllwild is a charming community and a relaxing vacation. New Spirt Homes was wonderful to work with -- quick to answer any questions and seemingly always available. I will definitely use them again (they seem to run many of rentals in the area)

10/10 Excellent

LUCINDA P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great house, great location, and we had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Else R.

Awesome Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was clean and cozy. The views from the house was spectacular.

8/10 Good

Alen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice property in a very good location and nice view

Property is very clean and perfect for a getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chetna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique and comfortable house

We enjoyed this house - the unique design and gorgeous views were the highlights! The house is very comfortably set up; we were particularly impressed by the well-stocked kitchen. There are plenty of outdoor spaces to enjoy the scenery as well. The location of the hot tub is amazing! We couldn’t get the living room TV to work, unfortunately.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great views

Don't be so distracted by the fun of the dome that you forget to take a short hike to the Pacific Crest Trail!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Omar Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and location with some caveats

We enjoyed our time here. The Dome is iconic and thoughtfully planned with comfortable indoor and outdoor spaces to enjoy the majestic views of Idyllwild from the comfort of your residence. The kitchen was reasonably well stocked, nice selection of board games and movies, and the internet was fast and reliable. We enjoyed each of the several patios depending on the time of day and activity (food vs. relaxation). It’s hard to describe how well placed it is— you get beautiful views of Idyllwild all around the property. The sunrise and sunset across the valley are beautiful. 🌅 It is also quite central, near all the necessary amenities and trails. Really great location for exploring Idyllwild from. The property does get very warm however as the sun is hitting it from all sides. There is a portable A/C unit that we were able to pull out of the closet and it did a pretty good job keeping the main living space reasonably cool, but it never got above 85F when we were there. I'd imagine that in the dead of summer the little guy might not keep up. There was a nice breeze in the evening that helped bring down the temp, but did not reach the bedrooms upstairs. Also the beds were very uncomfortable, most of the beds sag to the middle making it especially difficult to sleep with a significant other. We had a pretty hard time sleeping well to be honest so that made it much harder to enjoy ourselves. A few other things to be aware of: 1. The walls are paper thin, and the dome shape enables noise to travel easily making it also hard to sleep. One if the bedrooms is actually a loft, which was the worst. 2. The windows are not private, even the bedroom and bathroom windows have no curtains. 3. For the upstairs bathroom, the lock works but the door can be pushed open anyway. 4. The upper patio table wobbles by 3-4” hard to have a meal on it. 5. Driveway is very very steep! More easily approached from the right, but a loaded car will still have trouble going up. Plenty of space to park at the top though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

The Dome in Idylewild

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We ad a great relaxing weekend.We went to celebrate my husbands 70th birthday with my family It was fully stocked with everything.The stairs was a little much but we managed fine
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This was a amazing getaway. The house is beautiful.

I have nothing but great things to say about this rental. I took my husband for his birthday weekend along with our great friends. The view was astonishing and just breathtaking. It is a big house with plenty of beds we Also rented the additional bungalow so plenty of room for about 14-16 people. It had everything you need. Well stocked with towels, toiletries. The jacuzzi was ready to go when I let them know I was going to use it. Monica the manager was very responsive which is a big plus. The location is great. It is close to the village with so many things to do. I could not have been happier. Great rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
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6/10 Okay

Winnie B.

The Dome

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property mgmt company was great to work with, communication was great, the dome was quirky and unusual-just what we were looking for. The regularly used surfaces we’re very clean, but the whole house could use a “Spring cleaning”-seriously! Attention to details like window coverings over all the bedroom windows, the sprayer in kitchen sink needs replaced and the bottom rack of the dishwasher needs wheels. The largest upstairs bedroom does not have a full wall to the top of the ceiling, so you wake with the earliest riser. The beds were very comfortable and the outdoor space was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
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8/10 Good

Jason P.

Amazing views

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a good time at the dome house. Beautiful views. The driveway, stairs, and hot tub area (more stairs up from the house) are not for the faint of heart, and we don't recommend for elderly guests. Approach driveway from Hide-A Ln (better angle, see google maps). It was clean, but needs a good spring cleaning (such as spider webs near the skylights). Neighbors are serious about 10 pm quiet time, even on weekends, which we understand as sound travels easily (inside an out of the house).
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

laura c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Company give away

Very good experiance we have a good time. Excelent view
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Dome

We arrived in Idyllwild just as the roads got very slick from snow and ice, so be sure to have a great set of chains or 4 wheel drive during the winter months as The Dome is uphill! The views are remarkable, especially from the hot tub! The kitchen is fully stocked with anything you might need for cooking. This was a great house for 3 families that love playing board games and hanging out together! Be prepared for togetherness as sound in The Dome carries! The folks at New Spirit Vacation Homes were very helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

Fantastic Birthday Retreat with Friends

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My friends and I celebrated my 31st birthday at The Dome during the first weekend of December. We couldn't have asked for a better retreat where we could cozy up and play games, use the hottub, and take in some much needed r&r. To say this cabin was the definition of relaxation would be an understatement. It also had everything we needed to cook our meals and make ourselves at home. We all agreed we will make an annual trip up to Idyllwild and wouldn't think of staying elsewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Monica

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Languages:

English, Spanish