Dramatic Geodesic Dome with amazing views, AC, spa and walk to town
About this house rental
Nestled in Idyllwild-Pine Cove, this lovely house for R 6,339 per night is a fantastic option for your next trip. 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) Amenities AC/Heat, Linens Provided, Washer / Dryer,Lava Rock Fireplaces (3), King Beds (2), Queen Beds (2) Bunk Bed w/ Single top &; bottom (1) Entertainment 60" Flat Screen TV, Cable TV, DVD, Netflix, iMac, PS/2, ipod Connector, Music Library, Video Library, Telescope Binoculars, Bluetooth Speaker Kitchen Full Kitchen, Cooking Utensils Provided, Stainless Steel Appliances, Dishwasher, Wine Fridge, Coffeemaker / Coffee Grinder, French Press, Waffle Maker,Toaster, Crock Pot Outdoor Features BBQ Grill, Outdoor Lounge Sitting Areas, Patio Tables, New patio furniture, Expansive Decks Lava rock walkway, Hot tub, outdoor cold tubs,2 Driveways and cul-de-sac parking View/Location Less then 10 minutes to Lake Hemet , Walking distance to town, Mountain Views, Monument Views Valley Views, Ocean Views Privacy “On top of the world” experience, Views of Wildlife on Property For an additional charge you can now rent the 'Dome Bungalow' - sleeps up to 6 more Rates & Payments: When booking our homes online or by phone, you may use the following payment methods: Debit or any major Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover. Pets: Pets: We (Do ) allow Dogs There is a $35 dog fee per night; Dogs beyond 1 must be approved; additional pet fees apply per pet per night. *Airbnb and select 3rd party marketing sites will receive a separate charge after the initial booking either via the booking platform (Airbnb Resolutions Center) or direct charge. County permit number: 100 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 (Seasonal wood delivery, IF AVAILABLE $25 per bundle, approximately 20 pieces. Require at least 5 days notification for a Friday arrival date or at least 3 days for any other day of the week arrival date. There are no refunds since we do order and pay for this wood in advance,* exceptions if we are unable to deliver) PLEASE NOTE THAT DURING THE WINTER HOLIDAY SEASON, (INCLUDING THANKSGIVING, CHRISTMAS, CHRISTMAS BREAK AND NEW YEAR’S HOLIDAY), CHECK-IN TIME IS AFTER 4:00 PM, AND CHECK-OUT TIME IS 10:00 AM. GUEST COOPERATION IN ADHERING TO CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT TIME PROCEDURES DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON IS GREATLY APPRECIATED AND MOST HELPFUL TO OUR STAFF AS WELL AS YOUR FELLOW VACATIONERS IN ENSURING SEAMLESS CHECK-INS FOR ALL NEW SPIRIT GUESTS * 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.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Family friendly
Map of Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA
Reviews
4.4/5.0
Excellent(82 Reviews)
4.0
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.
5.0
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.
4.0
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)
5.0
Great house, great location, and we had a great time!
5.0
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.
4.0
Property is very clean and perfect for a getaway
5.0
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.
5.0
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!
4.0
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.
4.0
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.
5.0
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
5.0
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.
5.0
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.
3.0
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!
3.0
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!
4.0
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).
5.0
Very good experiance we have a good time.
Excelent view
5.0
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!
5.0
Company give away
Very good experiance we have a good time.
Excelent view
5.0
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!
5.0
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.
5.0
Amazing Idyllwild Experience
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 loved the opportunity to stay at The Dome in Idyllwild and were wowed at the spectacular views from the property.
5.0
Amazing Views and Great open setup. Close to town and hiking.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Had a great time very nice owners, views were great! it was right next to the side of the mountian so you could see for miles. Very spacious living area and nice big kitchen.
Rooms were just fine for sleeping and beds were comfy.
Lots of stairs to go up but it's worth it.
Tub tub views were really quite nice also and Great for sunsets
In the sun there's cool lizards all over the back rock area that like to check you out also. Large squirrels and many birds in the area as well.
hiking trials are super close and numerous. many within 5-10min drive.
The town is so cool def spots to check out is the many eatery's, the brewpub, the vintage Store on the second level main town and the winery's
Rooms were just fine for sleeping and beds were comfy.
Lots of stairs to go up but it's worth it.
Tub tub views were really quite nice also and Great for sunsets
In the sun there's cool lizards all over the back rock area that like to check you out also. Large squirrels and many birds in the area as well.
hiking trials are super close and numerous. many within 5-10min drive.
The town is so cool def spots to check out is the many eatery's, the brewpub, the vintage Store on the second level main town and the winery's
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Had a great time very nice owners, views were great! it was right next to the side of the mountian so you could see for miles. Very spacious living area and nice big kitchen. Rooms were just fine for sleeping and beds were comfy. Lots of stairs to go up but it's worth it. Tub tub views were really quite nice also and Great for sunsetsIn the sun there's cool lizards all over the back rock area that like to check you out also. Large squirrels and many birds in the area as well. hiking trials are super close and numerous. many within 5-10min drive. The town is so cool def spots to check out is the many eatery's, the brewpub, the vintage Store on the second level main town and the winery's
5.0
One of the Bests
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:
The place is easy to access, clean, has everything, the office staff is helpful and respectful: from the moment they assisted with my reservation to the check out.
We rented this property back in December 2020, I just reserved it for December 2021 ( We are going back baby!!)
We rented this property back in December 2020, I just reserved it for December 2021 ( We are going back baby!!)
5.0
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:
The place is easy to access, clean, has everything, the office staff is helpful and respectful: from the moment they assisted with my reservation to the check out.We rented this property back in December 2020, I just reserved it for December 2021 ( We are going back baby!!)
5.0
We had a really nice time here. It's very peaceful and the view is beautiful. Great kitchen, lovely hot tub area, and there was plenty of space for 8 people+1 dog. Like the other reviews mentioned, when it's warm definitely bring along a bunch of fans to cool down the space. There is one A/C unit but it's not enough to cool down the whole dome. We had issues with the unit for the first day but they came out and fixed it. Thank you, I look forward to returning again.
5.0
Great unique spot!
We had a really nice time here. It's very peaceful and the view is beautiful. Great kitchen, lovely hot tub area, and there was plenty of space for 8 people+1 dog. Like the other reviews mentioned, when it's warm definitely bring along a bunch of fans to cool down the space. There is one A/C unit but it's not enough to cool down the whole dome. We had issues with the unit for the first day but they came out and fixed it. Thank you, I look forward to returning again.
4.0
Had a wonderful time in The Dome. Spacious and amazing views. Some areas are aged and could use some tough ups but exceptionally well stocked and the views and location greatly outweigh any deficiencies in up keep! Fully enjoyed our stay
4.0
Quick Mountain Getaway
Had a wonderful time in The Dome. Spacious and amazing views. Some areas are aged and could use some tough ups but exceptionally well stocked and the views and location greatly outweigh any deficiencies in up keep! Fully enjoyed our stay
4.0
The location and view were perfect but it’s better to be there when the weather is cooler. We were there in late May.
5.0
Such a lovely spot with a magical feel to it! The walkways are steep and rough I would be worried bringing kids or elderly people here but it was amazing for us!
4.0
Nice location
The location and view were perfect but it’s better to be there when the weather is cooler. We were there in late May.
5.0
Wish I lived here
Such a lovely spot with a magical feel to it! The walkways are steep and rough I would be worried bringing kids or elderly people here but it was amazing for us!
5.0
Great place!
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:
Wonderful experience!
5.0
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:Wonderful experience!
5.0
Beautiful and unique property! Even better than photos on the listing. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Too bad that the jacuzzi was out of commission.
5.0
Husband’s Birthday Celebration
Beautiful and unique property! Even better than photos on the listing. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Too bad that the jacuzzi was out of commission.
5.0
My family and I enjoyed our stay in Idyllwild and love the Dome home. The view from the property was amazing. Enjoyed watching the sunset in the hot tub.
5.0
Amazing Views
My family and I enjoyed our stay in Idyllwild and love the Dome home. The view from the property was amazing. Enjoyed watching the sunset in the hot tub.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Idyllwild-Pine Cove?
The average price for a rental in Idyllwild-Pine Cove is R 3,506 per night. This rental is R 2,833 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Dramatic Geodesic Dome with amazing views, AC, spa and walk to town. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Dramatic Geodesic Dome with amazing views, AC, spa and walk to town pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Dramatic Geodesic Dome with amazing views, AC, spa and walk to town?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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