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Property grounds
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

Check out the area

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Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Popular LocationShenandoah Lake Beach6 min drive
  • Popular LocationHollywood Casino at Charles Town Races15 min drive
  • Popular LocationHarpers Ferry National Historical Park21 min drive
  • AirportFrederick, MD (FDK-Frederick Municipal)43 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 14
2000 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
    1 sleep sofa/futon
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed
Common area
    1 sleep sofa/futon
    1 queen bed
    1 sleep sofa/futon
Bathroom 1
    No shower or bathtub
Bathroom 2
    Shower
Bathroom 3
    Shower
    Bathtub

Room options

About the neighborhood

Harpers Ferry

In Harpers Ferry .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Harpers Ferry vacation home, you'll find Shenandoah River and Shenandoah Lake Beach. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Gibson-Todd House and Charles Town Library.
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What's nearby

  • Shenandoah Lake Beach - 6 min drive
  • Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races - 15 min drive
  • Breaux Vineyards - 17 min drive
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - 21 min drive
  • Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Harpers Ferry Station - 22 min drive
  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 14 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 14 min drive
  • Wendy's - 14 min drive
  • Starbucks - 14 min drive
  • Waffle House - 14 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.

Dome Of Your Dreams!

Located just a little over an hour from DC, 3 hours from Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, and about 5 from NYC, the dome is only a half mile from the beautiful Shenandoah River and less than a mile from the Appalacian Trail. Historic Harpers Ferry is just four miles away, and Charles Town's Hollywood Casino is less than a ten-minute drive.

3 bedrooms and 3 full baths, a huge pullout couch, additional couches and air mattresses allow the place to accommodate anything from a romantic weekend for two to a house party of a dozen. Previous guests have included families, couples, eco-women retreaters and century-ride bikers.

As mentioned in the title, this house is truly unique - its a geodesic dome house (bucky ball), with a beautiful full-wall mural, spiral staircase, and wrap-around deck. Just like a regular house but better!

We just completed a major renovation and added a lovely third bedroom, workspace, and laundry room to the property. New HVAC is keeping the dome cool at the tail end of the summer and warming the place quickly in winter. The central fireplace can get the place really toasty (and romantic :) as an alternative to the fancy new heating/cooling.

Dogs OK with permission but they must be VERY housebroken and stay off the furniture. Sorry, no cats (allergies :(). For dogs there is a $50 additional pet fee payable by check.

Little kids are great too, but it should be noted that the house is not child-proofed, and has an exposed spiral staircase (so recommend no pets or small kids on the second floor).

For winter guests, note that the roads to the dome usually get plowed about 2-3 days after a snow, so we can't guarantee the road or driveway will be plowed. If coming during a big snow, bring snow chains (or let us know if you need to cancel because of weather, and we can provide a full refund.)

Feel free to contact me with questions about the place or the area - I wish I could get out there more often!

Property manager

Billy Grayson

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: smoking outside is OK, but clean up all butts!

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: requires approval in advance and $50 pet fee

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: there are exposed staircases in the house

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: quiet hours start at 10 pm outside of the house
This property uses solar energy
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. Note from host: quiet hours start at 10 pm outside of the house This property uses solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Dome Your Dreams House Harpers Ferry
Dome Your Dreams Harpers Ferry
Dome Your Dreams
Dome Your Dreams Harpers Ferr
Dome Of Your Dreams
Dome Of Your Dreams! Harpers Ferry
Dome Of Your Dreams! Private vacation home
Dome Of Your Dreams! Private vacation home Harpers Ferry

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dome Of Your Dreams! to the airport?

This vacation home is 24.9 mi (33-min drive) away from the Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Dome Of Your Dreams! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Dome Of Your Dreams! to the beach?

This vacation home is 2 mi (6-min drive) from Shenandoah Lake Beach.

Does Dome Of Your Dreams! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Dome Of Your Dreams!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Dome Of Your Dreams!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Dome Of Your Dreams!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Dome Of Your Dreams! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Dome Of Your Dreams! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Dome Of Your Dreams! to downtown Harpers Ferry?

This vacation home is 7.8 mi away from Harpers Ferry.

Dome Of Your Dreams! Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 42 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

BE C.

Perfect location and views
We chose the Dome for our week long stay due to it's proximity to the state parks in northern Virginia, AND we'd choose to stay her again. We visited several new establishments, breweries, distilleries, and restaurants that have popped up or have missed since moving to central Virginia. We were out of the house everyday and then most nights came back and turned in for the evening. We couldn't zone out in front of the TV on the main living area because there isn't one. There is one downstairs but after our dog fell through the wonky, interesting steps, (she luckily fell on top of a box underneath and didn't get hurt) the gate remained closed and we stayed upstairs. We did catch an O's game sitting on the bed at the top of the spiral staircase, not good for back problems. The kitchen and bathrooms were very well stocked with everything you need. Both were very clean too. We planned to use the firepits and grill, and sit on the deck, we didn't get the chance. So glad switches were labeled. Home and furnishings seemed to be an ongoung renovation/upgrade. My biggest problem with our stay wasn't discovered till we had to shift furniture for game night; a vacuum really needs to visit under, behind, and in the furniture. Welcome binder needs to be updated and doesn't match the online check-in and check-out info. Thanks for opening your dome to our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Done of our dreams
Host is very nice and the whole process was very easy. Love the dome!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

jenna o.

Disliked: Cleanliness
A nice stay
I was here with 11 of my friends and we really enjoyed our time. It served its purpose as a place to stay for a week, but it wasn’t anything special. It was quite dirty, lots of dust and dog hair everywhere and mold in the bathrooms. It wasn’t anything we minded too bad, but definitely something to be aware of. There was enough space for us to hang out upstairs and downstairs, but sleeping arrangements were a bit tight with the 12 of us. It had everything we needed for the week and everything listed on the page except for the ping pong table which was kind of sad. The deck was a nice space to hang out, and there were plenty of trees for us to hang hammocks in the back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle C.

Mic's Vacation
Quiet setting near activities that we wanted to experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic dome
Group of friends and I had a great weekend at the Dome. Everything you want out of a clean house is what we got. Plenty of sheets and towels. Billy was very communicative for the few questions we had. House is definitely off the beaten path (about 15 minutes away from nearest gas station) so make sure you get everything you need. The only heads up I’ll give is that the ladder step from basement to ground floor can be a bit steep and tough mobility wise if you have a difficulty moving around. Overall, would definitely recommend to stay. Especially if you have a group of friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Alecia T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not-So Dreamy Fixer Upper
The name of the property, “Dome of Your Dreams,” suggests a high standard. Unfortunately, there was nothing dreamy about our stay. Upon arrival, we messaged the property manager with some concerns- dirt, hair, and mold in the refrigerator. Not a great first impression. Billy messaged back with an apology and offered to refund the cleaning fee (which he did) and the following night if we chose not to stay. However, after driving from out-of-state, and with two young kids, we decided to make the best of it. As the night progressed, we discovered lights that flickered or didn’t turn on, vents caked in dust, sloping floors, mildewy showerheads, an exposed electrical outlet, and a broken ping pong table (among other things). Again, we thought about the kids and reworked our plan: the HOUSE was no longer the adventure we’d promised them, instead it would be whatever activities we could enjoy OUTSIDE of the house. So, we went to Leesburg Animal Park, the Crystal Grottoes Caverns, and walked the historic streets of Harper’s Ferry. We stayed two nights. It was an expensive lesson we will not repeat (and if we could post our pictures, we would).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Super cool place, great location, we had a fun time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Lindsey J.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Do not book this property
When booking this property I was so excited for its uniqueness alone. This turned out to literally be the worst booking I think I’ve ever had, included some sketchy motel stays, I think this one was worse. We had to clean the entire property ourselves. There was loose food in the closets, mouse poop in the cabinets, dirty/moldy dishes in the cabinets, mold in the shower AND the linens for the bed were NOT clean. In addition when addressing the lack of cleanliness alone to the property manager, we were directed to the sketchy/nasty, cobweb filled, random liquid leaking, laundry room to find “CLEAN” linens…??????????? Furthermore, most of the chairs are not stable. The steps leading to the basement should have been pictured, even though nobody stayed down there due to the dirty bed clothes, it was not a safe staircase for most of the family staying. The spiral staircase has loose railings, and a legitimate blood stain next to a missing support beam. There was dried vomit on the front patio and myself and my family ended up raking and sweeping the outside.. after already cleaning the entire inside, just so that the patio was functional. This place was not just showing signs of missed cleanings but COMPLETE lack of maintenance and care for the house itself and the guests PAYING to stay. It is a cute house with amazing potential, but I could not recommend this place to even an enemy. INCREDIBLY DISAPPOINTING. Reading further reviews, I am not the first to complain of cleanliness or lack of maintenance.. if this property manager had ANY consideration for its PAYING guests it would at least be safe and sanitary. Do not stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abulikemu S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dolan A
Very good time with friends we do it again in the near future
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heide B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dome was relaxing and cozy
Had a lot of fun hanging out in the dome. Listing was very accurate and instructions for check in/use were very clear. Host was responsive to messages. All in all a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022