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Perfect for a day trip to White Sands National Park!

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Exterior
Living room
Living area
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Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Chaparral, NM
  • Franklin Mountains State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Wet and Wild Water World
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Fort Bliss
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • El Paso, TX (ELP-El Paso Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Futons

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Perfect for a day trip to White Sands National Park!

** Please read the entire description**

This is a great location to use as "home base" to take day trips to White Sands National Park, Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Carlsbad Caverns National Park, Hueco Tanks State park, and the cities of Hatch, Cloudcroft and Ruidoso, NM (we often go up to visit just for the day and come home).

Our geodome was built in 2001 by multiple people within the Chaparral community. Chaparral is nestled right in between El Paso, TX and Las Cruces, NM. Both cities can be easily accessed from the dome.

The inside boasts an open floor plan with living room, dining room and full kitchen. The living room has 2 futons, large reclining couch, and a smart TV. Please come prepared with your Netflix/Hulu/Prime etc. account information. There is a full bathroom downstairs with a washer and dryer.

The upstairs loft has a king size bed and with a unique view out the large window. There is also a half bath.

The back door has a doggy door for your fur babies that leads to a fenced in area. We understand you may want to do activities that your pet is not able to go to. Your pet is welcome to stay in the home but MUST be kenneled if left alone. Failure to do so could result in an additional fee and any repair costs. We do not recommend leaving your pets unattended during the summer months.

Please remember this is the desert, there are goat heads (thorns/stickers) here aka “picas”. It’s apart of desert life, so we recommend wearing tennis shoes or boots. If you are bringing pets along we recommend doggie shoes for them although, not a requirement and most pets are fine. Pets are allowed here, please consider this if you deal with any allergies.

There are Ring cameras on the outside of the dome for security purposes.

Important: June-September is monsoon season in our area. It's also summer time and very hot. The dome is run by a swamp cooler. This is much different than refrigerated air. You may find the air to be humid inside and the swamp cooler is only able to cool the house to a certain temperature. This time of year also brings flies around. The flies can be mitigated if you open and close the front door as quickly as possible.

Please note, the dome is very close to White Sands Missile range, which is an extension of Ft. Bliss. There are military trainings that occur here and you may hear noises from it. At times you may be able to watch the tracer missile's fall from the upstairs loft. This usually occurs during the summer time but can vary. We personally find it very interesting and enjoy it .

With that said, we do not want our guests to have any surprises when they get here about desert life. The desert is beautiful, the sunsets and sunrises are breathtaking and the dome offers quite the unique experience. We love the desert and hope you'll love it as much as we do. We can't wait to have you as our guest!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All pets must be kenneled if left alone. No exceptions.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Chaparral

Located in Chaparral, this holiday home is in a rural area. North Hills Crossing and Las Colinas Plaza are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Franklin Mountains State Park and Cottonwood Springs Park East. Barron Park and Wet and Wild Water World are also worth visiting.
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Chaparral, NM

What's nearby

  • Franklin Mountains State Park - 13 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Wet and Wild Water World - 22 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Outlet Shoppes at El Paso - 27 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Fort Bliss - 28 min drive - 30.2 km
  • Sunland Park Mall - 36 min drive - 43.0 km

Getting around

  • El Paso International Airport (ELP) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tortilleria Susy - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪El Bayo Steak House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪R & R Chinese Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Pappas Pizzeria - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect for a day trip to White Sands National Park! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Perfect for a day trip to White Sands National Park!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect for a day trip to White Sands National Park!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Perfect for a day trip to White Sands National Park! located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Franklin Mountains State Park, Cottonwood Springs Park East and Cottonwood Springs Park West. Marcus Uribe Park and Chuck Heinrich Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

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

Neat clean home!

This property was so unique! My kids enjoyed playing the board games provided. Check in/out were simple. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry H.

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

Dream Dome

We had such a great time during our short stay in the Desert Dome! The hosts provided everything we could need (and more!) and we loved watching the sunset and listening to the coyotes at night. Absolutely would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara M., Alexandria, VA

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

Chaparral experience

What a unique and fun place to stay! The geodesic dome home was wonderfully outfitted with everything you need for your stay. 4 adults stayed comfortably and enjoyed the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith C.

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

Travel

This was a great house and has lots of character. Nice spot to be out in the country too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

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

Desert Dome

Great experience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald W.

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

Unique and Memorable

We enjoyed staying in this cute and comfortable desert dome. It was nice to hike everyday with our Pup and come back to this country retreat. The host of this property greeted us our first night and made us and our dog feel welcome. She has thought of everything a guest might need. If you are looking for a serene place to come back to, after visiting White Sands, El Paso or Las Cruces, this is the place.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

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

Eclectic House and Decor

We loved this house especially the proximity to White Sands and El Paso. The house felt homey and was super unique and fun. 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise M., Celveland

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

Creative Space

The guys loved the dome and it was completely equipped to make it feel like home. It is obvious the owners put a lot into making this a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Your host

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We love desert living. We also love to travel and see new places.

Why they chose this property

In 2016 we were looking to escape the city. Thats when we stumbled across the dome. It wasn't perfect. The dome was falling apart, and leaked everywhere. Over the last four years nearly the entire house has been remodeled from the outside in. We love this unique structure and want to share the joy it brings us with others.

What makes this property unique

The dome offers unique mountain views and an appreciate for an ecosystem that is typically under appreciated.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests