Title: Mountain Sanctuary Dome Rustic Solitude 5BR - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Mountain Sanctuary Dome Rustic Solitude 5BR Vacation home in Bennington with kitchen and fireplace ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105210000/105209600/105209557/4d164afd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105210000/105209600/105209557/19ebd99b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105210000/105209600/105209557/286bc4d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105210000/105209600/105209557/c3f875a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace, books, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105210000/105209600/105209557/48b40c22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to a secluded mountain retreat where art meets nature. Handmade by artists in 1984, this unique ferrocement dome-shaped home offers modern amenities like WiFi and hot/cold running water amidst the forest, meadow, stream, and sky. Explore nearby swimming holes or unwind surrounded by woods just outside your door. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Mountain Sanctuary Dome Rustic Solitude 5BR Where simplicity meets solitude. Find connection in this scenic mountainous retreat. Enmeshed in the natural landscape, this space is only accessible via unpaved roads and a steep 1200’ driveway. This is not a problem for most people in the summer months, however it is imperative you know where you are going in order to access whether this space is what you are looking for. Even the journey here is part of the adventure. \*4WD/AWD & snow tires are essential during winter & early spring due to the possibility of snow or mud\* This property requires a lot of upkeep. The steward will likely be onsite during your stay, however the whole house will be exclusively reserved for the duration of your stay. This home was handmade by artists in 1984, nestled between forest, meadow, stream, and sky. Whether it's the owls or the stars singing you to sleep, you will leave feeling rejuvenated. With swimming holes nearby, and woods to be explored just outside the front door, this secluded site is perfect for a private getaway or a group gathering. This unique structure is a composition of iron, and cement called ferrocement construction. The molding of reinforcing iron, and following layers of cement give the structure its dome shape. This space was originally built off grid, but as of last year is electrified. Enjoy modern amenities in the middle of the woods including fridge, washer/dryer, hot/cold running water, Wifi. The driveway is roughly 1200' and can be inaccessible without the correct equipment. You will need snow tires during the winter months, and 4WD/AWD during mud season March/April. This space will rejuvenate & inspire. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Composting - Garden - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61480000/61478200/61478133/aac07fd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Vermont Lodge |Hot Tub||Stream | Private | Wifi | SatTV, Beautiful Waterfront Vermont Retreat Bennington - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 8.6 Excellent 34 reviews CA $139 CA $376 total includes taxes & fees Nov 4 - Nov 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=61478133&PinnedHotelID=61478133&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28810000/28802800/28802737/ce2b89ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mountains, pond, old barn, hiking trails- quintessential Vermont Shaftsbury - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 111 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=28802737&PinnedHotelID=28802737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40230000/40226600/40226569/fc1c3458.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Summer retreat with great Pet 🦮 Yard and upgrades! 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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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=42.839993,-73.27018&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:aaodGrqe%7EL%3FU%3FS%40U%3FU%40S%40U%3FUBU%40S%40U%40SBSBUBSBUBSBSBSDUDSBSDSDSDSDQFSDSFQFSDQHQFQFQFQHQFOHQFQHOHQJMHQHMHOJMHOJOJMJKJOJKJMJMJKLKJKLKLKJKLILILKLGLILGLILINELGLGLGNENELELENENCLENCNCNCLANCNAN%3FNCL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%3FNBN%3FN%40LBN%40NBNBLBNDNBLDNDLDNDLDNFLFLFLDNHLHLFLHLHLHJHLHLJLJJJLJJJJJLLJLJJJNJJHLJNJNHLJNHLHPHNHNHNHPFPHNFPHPFPFPFPFPFRDPFRDRFPDRDRBRDRDRBTDRBRBRBTBRBT%40R%40RBT%40R%40T%40T%40T%3FR%40T%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FTAT%3FRATATARATCTARARCTCRCTCRCRERCTERERCREPERGREPGRERGPGRGPGPGPINGRINGPIPINININININKNILKNKNIJKLKNKJKLMLKJKJMJKJMHMLMHKHMHMHMHMFMHOHMDMFMFOFMDODMDODMDOBODMBO%40ODO%40MBO%40O%3FOBO%3FO%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOCO%3FOAOCMAOEOAOCMEOCOEMEMEOEOEMGMGMGOEMIMIMGMIMGMKMIMIKMMIMKKKMKKKKMKMKKKOKMKKKOIOKMIOIOIOKOIOIOGQIQGOISGOGQGQIQESGQGSESGQESESEQESCSESEUCSCSCSCUCSCUCSASAUAUCS%3FUAUAS%3FUAU%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pgoI45hEVgzZxR9aSsp7vT4EQCc=) Pownal, VT #### What's nearby - Williams College - 21 min drive - 20.6 km - Bennington Battle Monument - 22 min drive - 13.2 km - Bennington Museum - 22 min drive - 13.6 km - Hemmings Motor News Car Lover's Convenience Store & Vehicle Display - 23 min drive - 13.9 km - Bennington College - 25 min drive - 29.9 km #### Getting around - Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) - 58 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬16 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬22 min drive - ‪The Dutchman's Tavern - ‬21 min drive - ‪Madison Brewing Company Pub & Restaurant - ‬21 min drive - ‪Ramunto's Brick Oven Pizza - ‬22 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mountain Sanctuary Dome Rustic Solitude 5BR pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at Mountain Sanctuary Dome Rustic Solitude 5BR ? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Mountain Sanctuary Dome Rustic Solitude 5BR ? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Mountain Sanctuary Dome Rustic Solitude 5BR located? > Situated in Bennington, this vacation home is steps from Green Mountain National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Taconic Ridge State Forest and Southern Vermont College. Solomon Wright Public Library and Bennington Center for the Arts are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Mountain Sanctuary Dome Rustic Solitude 5BR Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Max L. Mar 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful weekend getaway We had an awesome stay at Nate’s place! The stone architecture and wood oven fireplace gave a truly unique experience, and the house was very spacious. The fully equipped kitchen made for anxenjoyable cooking experience. Nate was also flexible and responsive. Definitely recommend this for your weekend getaway home! ##### Max L. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew D. Aug 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing stay at unique dome home My friends and I stayed at the dome home for a weekend during August. The home is as advertised: uniquely constructed and had 6 individual bedrooms. We also loved visiting the swimming hole which is about a 30 minute walk or 4 minute drive from the property. Would recommend planning ahead to minimize driving on and off the property (i.e. get all groceries before arriving) because the road is fairly rocky. ##### Matthew D. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erika M. May 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect mountain retreat Our group needed two things: lots of room for people to sleep and somewhere peaceful to relax and we got that all and more! The house is beautiful and the surrounding property is right out of a fairy tale. Nate is great to work with and the house was immaculate when we arrived. The house is wild and fun- some spot you gotta watch your head! It’s cozy though and great for inspiration and relaxing. If you don’t want to hear the rest of the group, this isn’t the house for you… sound carries! But that is minor compared to the breathtaking views and beauty of the space. We will definitely be back! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1b0e9553-6122-422d-85cf-11547d4abe79-1746449174851.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Erika M. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jul 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Missing items There was no TV, I needed to watch the weather for the job I was on… also no coffee pot or single cup makers ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chandy K. Apr 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun Weekend We enjoyed our stay very much. Nate was very responsive and great to work with. The house was clean, the beds were comfy, and the kitchen had exactly what we needed to cook meals for our family of 9 people. The drive to the house is an adventure in and of itself so take Nate’s advice seriously - you’ll need a four-wheel drive vehicle and a steady nerve, especially after it rains. Two trees came down and blocked the road while we were on our way back to the house after dinner in Bennington. Fortunately there were some locals ready to help clear the road. The house is super cool, completely different from any place we’ve ever stayed at before. It reminded us of a Hobbit house and we had a lot of fun with it.We would love to stay there again. ##### Chandy K. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cassandra R. Oct 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hippie paradise The dome home is a gorgeous architecturally unique place. It is well appointed, with well kept plants, a little library, instruments, and a functional kitchen. It’s just an incredibly fun place to stay. There is a spectacular short hike ending in a swimming hole nearby. I suspect we will be back. ##### Cassandra R. 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