Cozy Geo-Dome with AC on Private Wilderness Reserve in the Gunks

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Hot tub

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Explore the area

Wallkill, NY

Minnewaska State Park
1 min walk
Brimstone Hill Winery
14 min drive
Lake Awosting Beach
16 min drive
Montgomery, NY (MGJ-Orange County)
28 min drive

Room options

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Pool

Spa

Pet-friendly

Parking included

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

6 Jan - 7 Jan

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Seasonal, Peaceful geo-dome situated along ravine with access to waterfalls and trails.

Come escape to one of our Modern Geo-Domes located up on the Shawangunk Ridge in Gardiner, NY. This cozy dome (HEAT + AC) is a part of The Awosting Club, which is a private wilderness reserve. Unplug, relax, unwind.

Nestled in native blueberry bushes, high above a beautiful ravine and surrounded by pine trees. This Geo-Dome overlooks the Palmaghatt Kill Stream from its wide windows and beautiful deck. Equipped with a log queen bed, skylight above, super soft linens, cozy blankets, and a down comforter in the colder months. Included are towels, a mini fridge, Keurig, coffee, charcoal grill, bluetooth speaker, lantern, umbrellas, a mini library of books and water jug 1 gallon for drinking. If you are coming as a family, one additional children's mattress on the floor may be added.

Outside of your Geo-Dome you will find an amazing private fire pit, charcoal grill and hammock. Firewood bundles are available for purchase for $10 or you may bring your own. In addition, each site has an outhouse, which is thoroughly cleaned after each guest. A bit rustic, but there is no odor!

Geo-Domes are a short 1 - 3 minute walk from parking. Please dress accordingly in winter months. You will be greeted by our Host at the gate for check-in and guided to your site. Guest waivers to be completed at check-in. Our Geo-Domes are dog friendly and require a $75 pet fee. One dog maximum. No cats allowed. You will have cellular service!

There are miles of private trails for hiking with an amazing private waterfall as one of your destinations! We are adjacent to Minnewaska State Park and Mohonk Preserve (both a 20 minute drive to park entrance) which offer mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, kayaking, rock scrambling, views of the Catskills and more! Just 20 minutes outside of the colorful and active town of New Paltz, NY with many options for dinning, shopping, and entertainment.

We are happy to connect you with a local massage therapist or tour guide. Send us a message for more info on how to make your stay more relaxing and fun! Nature is calling!

**History of The Awosting Club**
In the mid 1950's John Atwater Bradley, then a graduate student, attended a conference in Cragsmoor, the site of a celebrated art colony not far from what is now the Awosting Reserve and The Awosting Club. The next morning at dawn, he went out for an exploratory hike and did not return until long after dark. Bradley hiked through evergreen and hardwood forests, along bubbling streams, roaring waterfalls and shimmering mountain lakes. He discovered an incredible wilderness like none he'd ever seen, populated by whitetail deer, black bear, fox, racoons, bobcat and coyote as well as a natural aviary of hawks, peregrine falcons, owls, eagles and pileated woodpeckers. That day he fell in love with the Shawangunk Ridge.

The Bradley family still lives on the property, and after 50 years of sharing the property with educational organizations, schools, artists, writers, explorers, camps, family and friends, are excited to invite others to fall in love with the Shawangunk Ridge as John Bradley had over 70 years ago. Bradley's daughter, Camilla, and her family are keeping the Awosting traditions alive by sprucing up the camp buildings and platforms while maintaining the trails that have been used for decades for outdoor adventures: from sleeping to eating to playing to communing with nature in all her glory.

During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Minnewaska State Park. Enjoy features like a spa tub. The vacation home offers a fireplace and a patio.

Air-conditioned home with fireplace, patio, and refrigerator
Steps from Minnewaska State Park and 10 minutes by car from Whitecliff Vineyard

As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a spa tub and barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Camilla K Bradley

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

A hot tub

Parking and transport

On-site parking
Car required

Food and drink

Fridge
Coffee/tea maker
Paper towels

Bedrooms

1 bedroom
Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

1 bathroom
Shower
Toilet paper
Outdoor shower
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace

Entertainment

Books

Outdoor areas

Patio
Barbecue
Outdoor furniture
Firepit

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

On the river
In the mountains

Things to do

Winery tours nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Horse riding nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hiking nearby
Kayaking nearby
Wildlife and game walks nearby
Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

Unit size: 400 sq ft (37 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Note from host: an additional mattress for the floor can be added.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: Parties/events must be approved by host.

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Cozy Geo-Dome with AC on Private Wilderness Reserve in the Gunks Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

13 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Beautiful property, amazing attentive staff, will definitely stay there again and bring family.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

20 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Luxury in the woods

Wonderful Glamping experience. Hosts were phenomenal and setting beautiful.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Levi K.

12 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great camping experience

This place had everything needed to enjoy camping with the comforts of a home. Thanks for a great time!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jenelle K.

25 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

Great clean fun place to stay. Depending on the host can depend on how well your overall experience is.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John A.

7 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Retreat!

We came here to celebrate our 1 year anniversary and it was incredible. They have everything you could possibly need. We had the best time, and we booked our second stay on the car ride home!

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald B.

3 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

A perfect getaway.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

17 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Geo-Dome

Awesome in all respects

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

kerstin

Travelled with group

14 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Everything about this was amazing. Not only was the property and dome wonderful the staff there was amazing. Kristen was absolutely the friendliest and most accommodating host I’ve ever had. 10/10 recommend coming here. Absolutely beautiful.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

9 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful getaway

This is a hidden gem close enough to good food and home but far enough away that feels as if you’re getting an escape from the everyday craziness. Kristen was excellent both on site and leading up to the trip. Will definitely visit the property again—I imagine each season has its own beauty to it!

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cecille Q., New York, USA

3 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Wilderness getaway

My bf, puppy, and I loved this property and the geodome. We visited right before the new year and it was the perfect getaway in the wilderness to recharge before the new year.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cara U.

7 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

This was the perfect get-away!

We absolutely loved staying at the awaiting club. This place has everything you need for a perfect camping trip filled with luxury. The heated room was so perfect and cozy for our November visit, and the geo-dome was stocked with fun games, blankets, flashlights, a fridge, a lighter, and pretty much everything we needed for our trip! We could have hung out at the cabin the whole time, we loved it there! We went for a hike and our host suggested an awesome area for us to check out. Our host was also super accommodating and even dropped off coffee for us each morning. We would 100% reccomend, and we will definitely be back again.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

William F.

18 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Definitely recommend

Beautiful location and property. Looking forward to going back

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Madeline P.

29 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Secret Hideaway in the Mountains

We had an amazing stay. Our two night extended weekend stay made us feel like we were away at a 7 day spa vacation. A great way to slow down from our hectic City life. So relaxing. The sound of the Palmaghatt Kill at the foot of the gorge was so tranquil. Sitting in the Adirondack chairs on the deck stargazing at night --- to hiking at nearby Shawangunk trails -- all amazing. The Geodome was spectacular. Comfy cozy mattress and fluffy comforter gave for a wonderful night sleep. Lastly, but not least, Scott our favorite chef. A huge friendly personality. My husband referred to him as the Easter Bunny -- delivering goodie baskets at the door. Scott packed our picnic lunch (even included a picnic blanket) which we will never forget. We hiked to a beautiful location by a waterfall to have that picnic lunch. Thank you Scott for all your very attentive care. We hope to make a second visit to the Geodome sometime in the future.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lauren L.

10 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend escape

Dome was very clean, property well maintained and beautiful. Hosts were very responsive during the booking and stay. The small details were so great - little flashlights in the dome in case we needed them, surprise carrot cake our first morning, a water jug in the dome with a pitcher... We felt cared for and relaxed. What a gem.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruth G.

2 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

A Great Stay in The Woods

The Geo-Domes are a great experience. The setting and views are amazing. The dome was spacious and a great place to just relax and unwind. Scott is wonderful. He cooks great meals that are delicious and hand delivered. He is personable and takes the time to talk with you and share stories. Scott definitely added to the experience. We hope to go back again soon to relax and enjoy some fall hiking.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cody C.

30 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay

The whole experience was wonderful! From the drive up to the dome and everything else around it. Will definitely be back very soon.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve O.

23 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great & Unique Experience

Even better and a bit more private than we expected. The domes had a bit more distance and trees between them than expected which made it feel a bit more private than traditional camping. The dome even had electricity, heat, AC, and a mini-fridge. The dome had a big "window" and a view of the woods from there or off the deck which was very nice. The king-size bed was large and comfy, the mini-fridge was a good size with a freezer part as well. They provided so much more than expected... towels, flashlights, a lantern, bug spray, hand sanitizer, tissues, paper towels, umbrellas, a shoe matt/tray, fire making supplies, a wireless speaker, drinking cups and a water dispenser, and there were a few electric sockets around (mostly out of sight behind things) - including an outdoor socket out on the deck. The hammock and fire-pit were both nice as well. They loaned us a small grill with all the grilling tools and supplied us with reusable plates and cutlery we could use for our stay as well. We ordered dinner the first night, and Scott made a great lasagna customized as we requested, which was delivered in a cute picnic basket with everything you could need, including bread, salad, and dessert. Scott was great. Very friendly and accommodating. Pleasant to chat with when we wanted, but certainly sure to give you lots of space and privacy. Always just a call or text away for anything we needed and he drove us on a cart between our car and the dome when we arrived and departed - just a short 2-5 min walk the rest of the time. A hiking trail of their own, as well as direct access to the Awosting Reserve and lots more nearby. As advertised the outhouse/outdoor shower was the most rustic part of the experience, but pretty nice for being what it was. Nicely constructed with cedar chips provided and a system of being emptied after each stay. We may have lucked out with the shower being so warm at this time of year - being fed by piped in mountain spring water. The shower also worked for just washing hands and the like - but it is not enclosed - so bring your bathing suit. Since no one had booked the Lodge when we stayed we got to check out the outside of that as well. A nice place to sit with a nice view. A huge deck and poolside area with some tables, a view of a waterfall in one spot, and both a smaller wading pool and huge half Olympic-sized pool - both also mountain spring-fed. Again, a great trip and we expect to be back.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

15 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing getaway!

Absolutely amazing getaway into the woods. Beautiful grounds, excellent host, quaint and perfect! We hiked/biked Mohonk and Minnewaska, explored the Awosting reserve, and had the best time. Scott helped us plan different things and makes some killer food. Muffins and coffee each morning, eggs, bacon, toast- divine! Loved the dome, the swing in the dome was my favorite cozy little spot. Will DEFINITELY be returning! Thank you so much for an amazing stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

6 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Little piece of heaven

We had a wonderful time! Great hiking, gorgeous park. Great accommodations. We will be back!

10/10 Excellent

PETER S.

29 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Geo-Dome stay

Was met at gate by Scott (cool dude ) who led us to our dome. Dome was clean and as described . We could hear the stream running below off the deck. Scott cooked an excellent lasagna meal and delivered it to us the first night and each mourning coffee and hot muffins. Very relaxing and quiet , we will be back.

10/10 Excellent

Princeton H.

21 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

amazing place

This is a special place. Thanks to Scott for being a great host.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristin R.

18 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing unique stay

The domes were so cozy and relaxing. The views were stunning and domes were so comfortable. Everything you need is there or a quick call away. Scott definitely made the stay even more amazing. The morning coffee and muffins were so good. He was also just so enjoyable to spend time with and hospitable. I highly recommend and can't wait to go back!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert Q.

11 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful getaway

All was excellent as noted above

10/10 Excellent

Arshiya H.

7 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful and relaxing getaway

We absolutely loved our stay at the geodome. The geodome was absolutely clean and very spacious. Also, the caretaker, Scott was extremely hospitable. We would definitely be coming back..!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amol K.

28 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

A great experience!

I really enjoyed my stay and it is a unique and close to the nature place where you can really unwind. Scott was great in helping with everything and is a great chef.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021