DOME on the Hill

Chillicothe, Ohio
$304 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

“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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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 3200 Sq Ft (297 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Mark B.

    Submitted Apr 17, 2026

    Stayed Apr 6, 2026

    We were there for 4 nights, absolutely no issues with anything. As my wife put it The Dome was the best place we have stayed in, even our daughter-n-law did't have any complaints. Plenty of room and the quiet location was enjoyable.Hopefully it will be available the next time we are up in Chillicothe Ohio. By the way Melody was a fantastic host, even bringing over great cookies and brownies.Mark B.

  • Sharon B.

    Submitted Apr 6, 2026

    Stayed Apr 3, 2026

    Hostess was amazing and the house was stocked with more than a typical Vrbo. Which includes coffee, hot chocolate, extra tooth brushes and many other thoughtful items.

  • Diamond E.

    Submitted Mar 29, 2026

    Stayed Mar 27, 2026

    This was my 2nd time staying at this home. And once again emasculate!! The perfect getaway for my birthday squad. The listing does not do justice it’s above and beyond expectations! Thank you DOME HOME for giving me and my ladies the peace we desired! Home is so clean and spacious

  • Joan H.

    Submitted Feb 21, 2026

    Stayed Feb 6, 2026

    Host was overwhelmingly helpful and very welcoming. Her brownies are the best and the place is immaculate - would recommend without question! Very comfortable and enjoyable stay!

  • Joseph W.

    Submitted Jan 3, 2026

    Stayed Dec 31, 2025

    Yes the host was gracious she even had brownies. There were so many things that i loved especially the stairs lol. The hot tub was simply the best. Great place to stay

  • Kasey S.

    Submitted Dec 22, 2025

    Stayed Dec 14, 2025

    Host was so sweet, baked brownies and cookies. She made us feel very at home and was quick to respond throughout our entire stay. I needed an extension and she made that process very easy.

  • Ryan K.

    Submitted Nov 30, 2025

    Stayed Nov 27, 2025

    Absolutely amazing place! The house and the property are beautiful and well maintained. The host provides a ton of amenities and is very welcoming. One of the absolute best places we have stayed. We will definitely be going back!

  • William J.

    Submitted Nov 9, 2025

    Stayed Nov 7, 2025

    Host is so attentive and keeps the place clean. All amenities are in working order

  • Karen S.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    Melody is a great host. She met us when we arrived and gave a tour of the property. She even baked brownies for us! The house was spotless and the kitchen had lots of dishes, bowls, pots & pans. There were staples in the pantry! The kids enjoyed the fenced yard and the adults enjoyed the hot tub. Highly recommend The Dome.

  • Tiffany H.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2025

    Stayed Sep 25, 2025

    The dome was a great retreat for a group of four to escape for a long weekend. The host is very welcoming and has thought of everything to make your stay comfortable. Would definitely stay again!

  • Submitted Sep 16, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    The Dome was so beatable and peaceful. It was perfect for family fun with the big air hockey table. Every inch of this place was cozy! Opened door to a nice treat and the owner was simply amazing. Will definitely stay again.

  • Sacred H.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2025

    Stayed Sep 5, 2025

    Awesome and unique, we loved the peace and quiet and the unique layout, everything was perfect

  • Carrie Z.

    Submitted Sep 11, 2025

    Stayed Aug 30, 2025

    The host - Melody is delightful! A very personable host and very responsive to questions! The property is very well maintained! The house was super clean and had everything we could possibly need! What a gem! Everyone had their own space as well as space for all 7 of us to gather together. I hope to stay here in the future!

  • Patrick K.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2025

    Stayed Aug 22, 2025

    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!

  • Mary H.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2025

    Stayed Jul 22, 2025

    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

  • Donna T.

    Submitted Jul 23, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    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.

  • Amanda W.

    Submitted Jul 16, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    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.

  • Elliott P.

    Submitted Jun 26, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    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!

  • Joseph P.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 12, 2025

    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.

  • Mary G.

    Submitted Jun 12, 2025

    Stayed Jun 5, 2025

    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.

  • Mark K.

    Submitted May 28, 2025

    Stayed May 21, 2025

    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.

  • Richelle D.

    Submitted May 19, 2025

    Stayed May 16, 2025

    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!

  • Beth D.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 2, 2025

    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.

  • jackie k.

    Submitted May 12, 2025

    Stayed May 8, 2025

    Loved our stay at The Dome. So unique. Melody was a wonderful host and went above and beyond. We will be back for sure!!

  • Opal R.

    Submitted Apr 28, 2025

    Stayed Apr 18, 2025

    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.

  • Kelly G.

    Submitted Apr 7, 2025

    Stayed Mar 28, 2025

    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.

  • Karla H.

    Submitted Feb 17, 2025

    Stayed Feb 14, 2025

    Fantastic Stay!! I am already trying to figure out when to stay again!!

  • Scott C.

    Submitted Jan 20, 2025

    Stayed Jan 17, 2025

    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.

  • Kathy A.

    Submitted Jan 9, 2025

    Stayed Dec 29, 2024

    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 !!

  • Jeanette H.

    Submitted Dec 23, 2024

    Stayed Dec 15, 2024

    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.

  • William J.

    Submitted Nov 23, 2024

    Stayed Nov 15, 2024

    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

  • Amanda R.

    Submitted Nov 12, 2024

    Stayed Nov 7, 2024

    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.

  • Cathy T.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    Unique structure, impeccably clean and lovingly maintained. Friends gathered for 3 days of peace and fellowship.

  • Susan B.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2024

    Stayed Oct 18, 2024

    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 :)

  • Sharon R.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 11, 2024

    Very relaxing and a short trip to downtown for shopping in unique local business's and resturants.

  • Julie P.

    Submitted Oct 8, 2024

    Stayed Oct 4, 2024

    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.

  • Joey M.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2024

    Stayed Sep 21, 2024

    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!!

  • Ed F.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2024

    Stayed Aug 29, 2024

    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.

  • Kevin B.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2024

    Stayed Aug 22, 2024

    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.

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