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DOME on the Hill

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8297.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Chillicothe, OH
  • Scioto Trail State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Ross County Heritage Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Sugarloaf Mountain Amphitheatre
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Portsmouth, OH (PMH-Greater Portsmouth Regional)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom on main floor

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

DOME on the Hill

“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!

Property manager

Melody Knoles
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking, vaping, or tobacco use
No hunting
Only paying guests permitted to spend the night unless approved by the host

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Chillicothe

Chillicothe is home to this holiday home. Majestic Theatre and Pump House Center for the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Canal Park and Adena Mansion & Gardens.
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Chillicothe, OH

What's nearby

  • Scioto Trail State Park - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Ross County Heritage Center - 12 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Yoctangee Park - 13 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Hopewell Culture National Historical Park - 16 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Sugarloaf Mountain Amphitheatre - 21 min drive - 22.9 km

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crispie Creme Donut Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Old Canal Smoke House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Old Capitol Brewing - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is DOME on the Hill pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at DOME on the Hill?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DOME on the Hill?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is DOME on the Hill located?

Situated in Chillicothe, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Scioto Trail State Park, Scioto River Canal Lands Access State Wildlife Area and Majestic Theatre. Pump House Center for the Arts and Ross County Heritage Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect, unique getaway

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sister's Weekend

Fantastic Stay!! I am already trying to figure out when to stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a special place

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hit The Reset Button

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 !!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique getaway

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Once again, amazing property

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
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly the best place ever

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

Unique structure, impeccably clean and lovingly maintained. Friends gathered for 3 days of peace and fellowship.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely experience

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 :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what us girls needed.

Very relaxing and a short trip to downtown for shopping in unique local business's and resturants.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sibling homecoming

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Meticulously thoughtful home

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!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family in the Dome

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Unique and Perfect Get-Away Place

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Travel to the secret gnome home!!!

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lora B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home Away from Home

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dream Vacation!

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Dome is amazing

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Dome is a special property

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming and spacious!

Perfect spot for a writing retreat. Lots of indoor and outdoor spaces to work. Kitchen has everything for making meals together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shauna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Get-Away Weekend

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

RUTH M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Vrbo ever

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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All around fantastic!!

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eclipse Weekend

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Melody Knoles

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My name is Melody, and the DOME on the Hill is a family-owned property that was recently completely renovated and opened as a rental vacation home. All our family are Chillicothe natives. As for me, -- your host, I love music, jigsaw puzzles, & consignment shopping. I am a "people person", so I love meeting our guests and making sure their stay is everything they need and expect in their home away from home.

Why they chose this property

Nestled on top of a hill surrounded by nothing but trees, your neighborhood consists of maybe a few birds and the deer that cross through the field in the morning. The large yard is enclosed with a wooden fence and has a variety of trees and perennials around the property. Amazingly, being so private, our home is minutes away from a major highway and town, hiking trails, restaurants, and entertainment. The best of both worlds!

What makes this property unique

There IS no place like ours... period. There may be other domes, but this one was designed and built by an amazing engineer husband/wife team. The blueprints hang framed in the lower level, and a photo book lays on the coffee table which shows each step of construction. The house looks small from the outside, yet it is incredibly spacious inside. The unique structure allows loads of individual living and closet space, and fun, "unconventional" angled windows and walls. It's decorated with a "homey" atmosphere, with lots of color and comfort, and is meant to be lived in.

Languages:

English

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