"A Unique and Wonderful Family Getaway! Our family of six had such a memorable time at this one-of-a-kind dome house in Chillicothe! The property itself is beautiful and truly unique—it felt like a per..."
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About this house rental
“DOME on the Hill” is a unique geodesic dome home which sits on 6.51 acres near Chillicothe in south-central Ohio. This 3200 sq. ft. home has 5 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths, 2 living quarters, dining area, huge kitchen, and laundry room. It was designed and erected near a major highway making it easily accessible to shopping, restaurants, and local attractions, yet it is completely private – nestled on top of a hill surrounded by trees. The large deck with patio furniture & lighted grill, 6-person waterfall hot tub, and fire pit with log benches add the final touches to this property, which is perfect for the nature lover, families and friends on vacation, those who need a work retreat, or the person who just wants some quiet time. “Dome on the Hill” is truly a secluded sanctuary. See you soon!
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10.0Outstanding
(66 Ratings)
"A Unique and Wonderful Family Getaway! Our family of six had such a memorable time at this one-of-a-kind dome house in Chillicothe! The property itself is beautiful and truly unique—it felt like a per..."
“DOME on the Hill” is a unique geodesic dome home which sits on 6.51 acres near Chillicothe in south-central Ohio. This 3200 sq. ft. home has 5 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths, 2 living quarters, dining area, huge kitchen, and laundry room. It was designed and erected near a major highway making it easily accessible to shopping, restaurants, and local attractions, yet it is completely private – nestled on top of a hill surrounded by trees. The large deck with patio furniture & lighted grill, 6-person waterfall hot tub, and fire pit with log benches add the final touches to this property, which is perfect for the nature lover, families and friends on vacation, those who need a work retreat, or the person who just wants some quiet time. “Dome on the Hill” is truly a secluded sanctuary. See you soon!
Amenities
Family friendly
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Additional fees to expect
Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.
Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.
TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.
Customer support
Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(66 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0
A Unique and Wonderful Family Getaway! Our family of six had such a memorable time at this one-of-a-kind dome house in Chillicothe! The property itself is beautiful and truly unique—it felt like a perfect blend of cozy and adventurous.We spent our time making s’mores, playing board games together, and enjoying the hot tub under the stars. Mornings were just as special with homemade pancakes before heading out to explore. We visited 50W Brewery, saw the outdoor drama Tecumseh!, and still had plenty of time to relax and enjoy the house.The owner was absolutely wonderful—she welcomed us with a delicious brookie, gave us a thoughtful tour of the property, checked in to make sure we were comfortable, and truly made us feel at home. It’s rare to find that level of hospitality, and it made our stay extra special.If you’re looking for a unique home base for both family fun and exploring the Chillicothe area, this dome house is the perfect spot. We left with full hearts and great memories—highly recommend!
10.0 / 10.0
Property was exactly as described. All amenities plus many more were available for our use and all were accessible. The owner thought of everything to make our stay pleasurable. Kitchen was equipped with everything necessary to cook meals and clean up. The bedrooms and bathrooms were stocked with linens, towels and everyday necessities. We could not have asked for more. All 6 guests staying rated this property experience a 10
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful and peaceful. We wanted for nothing, she thought of everything. Brownies when we got there, brought us a watermelon a few days later. We would definitely rent this again. This is the only place, ( and we’ve stayed in several) that supplied us with so much and quality items at that. The only negatives were the pans and the noise in the house, you could here everything, everywhere inside the house and also talking on the deck.
10.0 / 10.0
Melody has outdone herself with the cleanliness and hospitality. We enjoyed the views, the peace and quiet there. This is a place we will go back in the future.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful stay. The hostess was very gracious and welcoming. The house is obviously one of the most unique properties out there, but, in addition, is very well maintained and surprisingly roomy. The property is gorgeous, and the hot tub was relaxing. Hope to come back again!
10.0 / 10.0
This is by far the coolest and most unique house I've ever stayed in. I really enjoyed learning about the history of the property and the area; it felt like I was staying in a private museum! The host also goes above and beyond to prepare the place. I would absolutely stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0
First Melody what a wonderful host.She showed kindness to my daughters and I .She gave us a beautiful tour and the back story of the Dome.This property quickly became our home.I will forever remember the memories of our home away from home.I will 100% be visiting again. And the cleanliness of the Dome was unbelievable. Everything was just right.I can go on and on about the Dome .The property is beautiful .Melody has everything you can think of and more .The beds were so comfortable.Melody is gracious. And the details show how she decorated her property with Love and for others to enjoy.We visited on june 5 to the 11th.And it hard to leave.I wish I can rate more then 5 stars.Beacuse I would give her a 100 stars if I could.And last but not least the Hot tub was wonderful .Thank you Melody for all you do.You are truly appreciated.
10.0 / 10.0
This place is great! Very clean, nice and neat. One of the cleanest places I've ever stayed. The history of the place is interesting. The hot tub is amazing. We'll definitely keep this on our list of places to stay when working in the area.
10.0 / 10.0
Melody was AMAZING! She met us at the bottom of the hill and followed her up to the house where she gave us the tour, history, fun stories and pointed out where everything was located. We have stayed at a good amount of rentals but this one truly had everything you could need and way more than most would expect. We loved that is had everything that we needed, plenty of room and amenities. This property is close to anything you need including grocery stores, gas stations, local attractions and downtown. We really enjoyed the relaxing ambiance and the privacy that the Dome provided. While it was close to town it was far enough away for a peaceful and relaxing get-a-way!The host really goes the extra mile with quality toilet paper, extra towels, kitchen supplies, coffee station perks, easy open hot tub, firewood, and even baked us some fresh brownies!! Just an above and beyond experience in an uniquely designed home with lovely scenery. We had a blast!
10.0 / 10.0
The property was unique which was the reason for selection. It was close enough to Chillicothe for food and entertainment. ( Definitely take the free trolley). Unfortunately it rained most of the weekend so we could only enjoy the outdoors for a couple of hours. The stairs are unique but if someone in your party has trouble with stairs, consider them for the main floor. Plenty of room for every one.
10.0 / 10.0
Loved our stay at The Dome. So unique. Melody was a wonderful host and went above and beyond. We will be back for sure!!
10.0 / 10.0
I cannot say enough how more than pleased we were with our stay at DOME on the Hill! Melody is not just a host. She is a kind caring soul with a heart of gold. We were looking for a unique structure to stay in and enjoy. Dome on the Hill was that and more. It is peaceful and secluded, surrounded by trees. It was surprisingly spacious, well maintained, and designed. Hearing the history was both fascinating and a joy. Melody has created a serene, soothing, welcoming atmosphere where we felt right at home. We enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub, walks around the property, reading under the tree, air hockey wars, gaming, races in the yard, grilling out, and meals on the deck in the fresh air as a family. The rooms are not cramped and the beds were very comfortable with plenty of pillows and blankets. We had no other destination than to stay at the DOME and it was more than enough. We have already recommended it to friends and family who've put it on their must go lists. If you're on the fence, there is no question, it's in the bag, just go, relax, enjoy and feel at peace and at home. A huge THANK YOU to Melody and her family for all they do to make DOME on the Hill so incredible.
10.0 / 10.0
Such a beautiful home andhomeowner! The home is unique and fun. The sprawling acreage is so peaceful. And this is probably the cleanest VRBO I’ve ever stayed in. We were in the Hocking Hills area to celebrate my daughter’s 17th birthday… She’s a big fan of being outdoors. So my husband, me, our 20-year-old son and our 17-year-old daughter rented this home so that we could hike around the Hocking Hills. Melody, the homeowner, is unbelievably kind and super quick with communications. I am a bit of a clean freak, so it was great to see that the home was impeccably clean. Everything we needed was available for us, including firewood to start our outdoor fire where we roasted hotdogs and marshmallows. I would stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0
Fantastic Stay!! I am already trying to figure out when to stay again!!
10.0 / 10.0
This property is amazing. The story of the construction, the familial connection...it all gives the property a special quality. Such attention to detail, comfort, peace, and convenience all lend an air of special elegance. Our host was sweet and attentive, but let us ha e our space. We enjoyed every moment in this gracious place.
10.0 / 10.0
After an exhausting December, my husband and I along with our friends spent a few days to refresh and re-energize for the New Year. We loved our time at Dome on the Hill. We played games, built puzzles, hot tubbed, explored the area, and had wonderful home cooked meals in an amazing kitchen. The house was completely stocked with all that we needed to relax and have an enjoyable time together. We are all history buffs, so a walk at the Hopewell Cultural Center was fascinating. Thank you for a wonderful stay. We are thinking of coming back during the Perseid Meteor Shower in August !!
10.0 / 10.0
The house, in addition to being beautifully maintained and decorated, had a uniqueness with its geodesic design that added to the experience. The location of the house is like a secret hide-away. The entrance is "concealed" and you have to drive up a tree lined steep hill to get to the open field where the house sits. It gives you a feeling of being isolated while only 10-15 minutes from Chillicothe. The owner was extremely friendly and the most hospitable of any property we have ever stayed at. She met us and gave us insights into the house, the area, and things to do, which added to our enjoyment. We stayed a week on a family vacation where we mostly just wanted to spend time together and relax. This was a great place to do that with big spaces to be together, and plenty of room to be apart.
10.0 / 10.0
The Dome is a great unique place to stay. It's a short drive from both the the city of Chillicothe, and the Scioto trail state park. Melody keeps the place in immaculate condition, everything works well, everything is clean, and she does her best to make sure you enjoy your stay. I cannot recommend this place enough
10.0 / 10.0
This dome home was absolutely perfect,the home had plenty of space for our crew of 9,the home was clean and had all the amenities you could need,the hot tub was wonderful,the host Melody was the best,will definitely be coming back.
10.0 / 10.0
Unique structure, impeccably clean and lovingly maintained. Friends gathered for 3 days of peace and fellowship.
10.0 / 10.0
This is an amazing place, and Melody is an awesome host. Everything is beautiful, spotless, and thoughtfully appointed. The pictures online are great, but experiencing it in person is way better. The kitchen is fully equipped, and everything else you need is in abundance (towels, blankets, ideas for what to do). The downstairs is pretty much a separate suite, would be great for a couple with small kids or for tweens/teens. Truly a great place for family to get together. It is surrounded by lovely fields, and I only wish we had had time to use the fire pit and hot tub! And Melody baked brownies for us!! You will leave here feeling refreshed and ready to come back :)
10.0 / 10.0
Very relaxing and a short trip to downtown for shopping in unique local business's and resturants.
10.0 / 10.0
Beyond words. This is an amazing home. We were looking to make memories on this trip and this home did that for us. Melody, the host, was so nice and made the best brownies. The home is stocked with everything you can imagine. Beautiful scenery, wildlife and relaxing environment.
10.0 / 10.0
My friends and I were blown away how convenient, well stocked, and thoughtful everything here was during our stay. From the multiple coffee stations down to the fact that the knives were actually sharp. What a beautiful and unique home! We saw both deer and turkey on the grounds. Also, the hot tub is phenomenal!!
10.0 / 10.0
Where do I start, my wife and I came from AZ to see our daughter from NC and our grandson and great grandchildren in Ohio. We picked location due to grandchildren and we are so glad we picked the DOME. The most pleasant experience we could imagine from the accommodations to the fantastic host. My wife and I travel extensively, and our host Melody made this one of most memorable stays, especially for our family. If you are ever in the Chillicothe area and looking for a very relaxing and pleasant stay, pick the DOME and say hi to Melody for us.
10.0 / 10.0
The Dome on the Hill is SO unique and cozy! We loved everything about the house and gorgeous property. Our host Melody was outstanding in every way and surprised us with a batch of warm brownies upon arrival that were out of this world delicious! If you are in the Chillicothe area this is THE place to stay.
10.0 / 10.0
I have stay at many places during our business/ women retreats.
The dome on the hill is definitely the most unique.
Our host Melody met us at the entrance which was hidden away. It felt like we were traveling to a secret gnome home with the open meadow and surrounding forest. The space of the doors and the dome itself was amazing. But the amazement did not stop there. Melody led us on a tour while telling us about the dome's history.
She is soo thoughtful. Her special touches really made us feel at home. She really is a one woman show. She gives tours, cleans and made yummy cookie brownies for us. We, The Salty Girls, loved our stay and plan to have our next business retreat here.
Only negative was we did not have enough time to work on improving our trade skills of massage, reflexology and holistic modalities. It inspired us to reach out to local vacation rentals around our area of Champaign County to offer our services. It really wound have been peaceful to do outside yoga with all the scenery and privacy. We could not even here cars from a nearby road, only the tree leaves swaying. On our last day, a rainstorm blew in and we were in awe as we watched the lighting. And still felt safe. Melody even reached out to check on us.
10.0 / 10.0
The "dome" was wonderful to stay in. It was clean and in a good location to lots of activities. Melody was a wonderful host and exceptional to work with. She went the extra mile.
10.0 / 10.0
The Dome on the Hill was absolute amazing. The home itself is stunning and the hostess is every vacationers dream come true. Such compassion for her guests to make you truly feel welcome. Loved every day of our stay! Highly recommended! Beautiful location and some of the most wonderful people you will ever meet!
10.0 / 10.0
The house was everything we hoped for and more! The house was furnished with everything we needed for our weekend stay and there was enough space to fit all eight of us comfortably. Melody was an amazing host who meet us at the property and gave my group a great tour of the house. She also kept good line of communication via text to make sure our stay was perfect. My only complaint is that we didn't book the house for an extra night! If you are looking to book a nice place with a beautiful property to get away with friends/family, than look no further than the Dome on the Hill!
10.0 / 10.0
From the moment we were contacted by the host Melody, all the way through out check-out it was flawless. The property was better than the images could do justice.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect spot for a writing retreat. Lots of indoor and outdoor spaces to work. Kitchen has everything for making meals together.
10.0 / 10.0
This was the perfect place for our Girls Get-Away Weekend! Peaceful and relaxing! Close enough to food, shopping, and hiking but far enough out for nature and stargazing! Loved this beautiful and unique house and property!
10.0 / 10.0
If you want a clean, quite paradise in Ross County, this is it. Melody was a great hostess. She had anything we would need in this house. Very clean. This is about 5 miles from Atomic Speedway.
10.0 / 10.0
I cannot say enough good things about this wonderful property and the amazing host. She met us at the door, walked us through the home and answered any questions we had. The property was even better than advertised, a truly unique and very comfortable home. If we have a chance to stay here again in the future, we absolutely will without a moment's hesitation.
10.0 / 10.0
The property was beautiful and the house was EXACTLY what we were looking for! Melody was fantastic to work with and made the stay very nice and enjoyable! Will absolutely be revisiting and would 100% recommend to anyone with a big party of people/family!
10.0 / 10.0
We stayed at "The Dome Home" (as the kids called it) for the weekend on our way to see The Totality of the eclipse. A unique experience all around.
Lovely hostess, clean home, beautiful property. We had a wonderful time.
10.0 / 10.0
Seven of us, three generations had a great stay at the dome, such an interesting place, plenty of room for all of us to gather together as well as room for privacy, very neat and clean, well furnished, our five year old grandson wants to come back again soon, so do his parents and grandparents. The hostess was wonderful, couldn’t ask for anyone nicer or better,
10.0 / 10.0
This experience was all we could have hoped for. Lots of land for the kids to run around. A unique house that was fascinating for all of us. Nice hot tub. Very well equipped inside. It's hard to find anything even slightly negative to say about our experience. The place is secluded, but still not that far from downtown/services. My kids want to come back every year!
10.0 / 10.0
Our family stayed at the DOME house and had a wonderful time! The house is so cool, inside and out - really a unique experience. The host Melody went above and beyond! We enjoyed hiking around the property, soaking in the hot tub, roasting hot dogs in the fire pit. The house is very spacious inside with tons of natural light. We had a terrific weekend and would recommend to anyone! Thank you Melody for everything!
FAQs
Is parking included with this house?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at DOME on the Hill. 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 DOME on the Hill pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at DOME on the Hill?
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