Title: Refuge Bay's Aer XL Dome - Luxury Off Grid Escape - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=104289430&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Refuge Bay Aer XL Dome - Luxury Off Grid Escape Waterfront vacation home with balcony and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Refuge Bay Aer XL Dome - Luxury Off Grid Escape ![Terrace/patio - Refuge Bay Aer XL Dome - Luxury Off Grid Escape (Cherhill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104290000/104289500/104289430/8051a158.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous - Refuge Bay Aer XL Dome - Luxury Off Grid Escape (Cherhill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104290000/104289500/104289430/w1280h1163x0y4-4d1aa8b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Refuge Bay Aer XL Dome - Luxury Off Grid Escape (Cherhill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104290000/104289500/104289430/66c584c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets - Refuge Bay Aer XL Dome - Luxury Off Grid Escape (Cherhill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104290000/104289500/104289430/cfdc4347.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - Refuge Bay Aer XL Dome - Luxury Off Grid Escape (Cherhill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104290000/104289500/104289430/7c550765.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Immerse yourself in nature at Refuge Bay, Alberta's only 4-season Glamping destination. Take in the views of the private wetland lake through a massive bay window or star-gaze from inside your state-of-the-art geodesic dome with a transparent roof. Enjoy wood-fired barrel sauna use and cook meals on either the campfire grill or propane BBQ. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 85382 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Refuge Bay Aer XL Dome - Luxury Off Grid Escape Refuge Bay is currently Alberta’s only 4- season Glamping destination, with hundreds of acres of land to explore. Take in all that nature has to offer in this unique getaway, without the need for your own camping gear or busy campgrounds. Escape and unplug while you explore the gorgeous Parkland landscape & private preserved wetland lake. The area has plenty of wildlife to keep you entertained, so bring your camera or binoculars. The state-of-the-art geodesic dome has a massive bay window to take in the breathtaking views, as well as a transparent roof so you can spend your evenings gazing at the stars. You will also have private use of the wood-fired barrel sauna, no need to wait in a queue, book a time, or rush when you are at Refuge Bay. Cook your meals in the great outdoors on the campfire grill or propane BBQ. We'll send a list of what we supply and what you'll need to bring when you make your booking. We will be readily available to answer any questions, only a phone call or text away but we also appreciate you may be looking for a secluded and remote getaway so we strive to never impede that. You will be going through our pasture land to get to the remote site, so if gates are not your thing we will be happy to meet you and open and close them after you. Very easy-to-follow instructions will be included in the Welcome Guide as well. Unique doesn't even scratch the surface in describing this area. Just over an hour northwest of Edmonton, the rural landscape is dotted with small lakes and mixed-wood boreal forest. Watch for moose, beaver, deer, waterfowl, and other boreal species. No shoes in the dome or sauna. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Sauna ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - On the waterfront ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 5,382 square feet ## Similar properties ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96230000/96229800/96229782/c91b7572.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Refuge Bay's Ignis Dome - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 199722 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.88250%2C-114.59605&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WmkRd9OvtasmwF4RAGXeeWGmub0=) Cherhill, AB #### What's nearby - Isle Lake \- 39 min drive \- 48.7 km - Wabamun Lake \- 46 min drive \- 58.4 km - Wabamun Lake Provincial Park \- 46 min drive \- 64.3 km - Entwistle Outdoor Swimming Pool \- 55 min drive \- 81.7 km - Pembina River Provincial Park \- 56 min drive \- 82.4 km ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Refuge Bay Aer XL Dome - Luxury Off Grid Escape pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Refuge Bay Aer XL Dome - Luxury Off Grid Escape? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Refuge Bay Aer XL Dome - Luxury Off Grid Escape? ### What time is check-out at Refuge Bay Aer XL Dome - Luxury Off Grid Escape? ### Where is Refuge Bay Aer XL Dome - Luxury Off Grid Escape located? ## Have a question? 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