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There are vacation rentals, and then there are geodesic dome homes, those quirky, rounded abodes that gained popularity in the 1960s and 70s, when a growing number of young Americans sought out a tranquil existence closer to nature. Today, booking a stay in a modern geodesic dome home taps into this spirit of hippiedom, while anchoring your trip to an eco-friendly architectural marvel. To spend the night in one of these featured dome homes, no need to be a hippie or join a commune. All boast modern comforts and amenities (hooray for air-conditioning) and are available to easily book on CheapTickets.

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Joshua Tree, CA

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Joshua Tree is one of those quintessential settings for a dome home: The landscape is expansive, evocative and infused with hippie-inspired vibes. A stay at this Joshua Tree dome home pairs a “traditional” home with a dome home. Located in a rural setting about 10 minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, this exquisitely decorated property features four bedrooms, two baths, a fireplace—and a tricked-out bedroom/living room where the landscape and nighttime sky views provide the ultimate “wow” factor.

Austin, TX

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Everything is bigger in Texas, including its dome homes. This adults-only Austin dome home boasts a huge wrap-around patio, hot tub and skyline views. It sleeps up to seven people and offers amazing privacy while being just 10 minutes from downtown Austin.

Hatteras Island, NC

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The Blue Pearl is a family-friendly, retro dome home within walking distance to the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Onsite amenities for the beach—such as boogie boards, umbrellas and beach toys— are included in your stay. The property is also reality-TV famous: It was featured on HGTV’s “Beachfront Bargain Hunt.”

Santa Fe, NM

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This spacious Santa Fe dome home offers stunning “Land of Enchantment” views from its private patio. Past vacationers here love that this home provides proximity to the city, but is far enough away so that you won’t feel like a tourist.

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Yosemite, CA

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Nestled in the mountains of Midpines, this Yosemite dome home offers quiet seclusion, while residing just 26 miles from the Yosemite Arch Rock Gate entrance. Nearby you’ll find hiking, skiing and biking trails, as well as rock-climbing opportunities.

Franklin, VT

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This adults-only Vermont dome home in the “Islands & Farms” region of Northwestern Vermont provides a romantic setting. It rests on 33 acres of mostly forested property with stunning lake views. The home also features a cozy fireplace.

Silverthorne, CO

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Talk about a Rocky Mountain high. This Colorado dome home perched at an altitude of 9,200 feet is ideally situated between the ski towns of Vail, Breckenridge, Copper Mountain and Keystone.

Chattanooga, TN

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This Chattanooga dome home is the epitome of cute, cute, cute. You’ll be centrally located in Chattanooga, named the “Best Town Ever” by Outside magazine, thanks to its abundant access to hiking, biking, boating, fishing, white-water rafting and hang-gliding opportunities. Of course, the world-famous Chattanooga Choo-Choo is a can’t miss, too.

Grassy Creek, NC

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This handcrafted North Carolina dome home is set on 40 acres among the rolling hills of Eastern Ashe County, near southwest Virginia. The location upon which the vacation home resides, “Unforgettable,” is a Christmas Tree farm and wildlife preserve that boasts numerous wooded walking trails that you’re welcome to meander. The dome home’s 300 square feet of windows make you feel as if you are part of the surroundings. A private deck, swing and hot tub enhance the R&R.

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