A Geodesic Dome in Dover Plains

  |  November 19, 2025

Well, here’s something you don’t see every day.

This geodesic dome in Dover Plains is definitely unusual. Triangular panes of glass and stretched fabric form the half-moon-shaped building, which measures 805 square feet inside.

A wooden portico at the entrance stores firewood.

The interior is surprisingly bright. A mirrored bookcase provides storage and reflects sunlight from a mass of windows.

The tufted walls give a bouncy-house vibe; but the home is fully winterized and has well water and a septic system. A woodburning stove keeps things toasty.

A wall of striking black cabinetry marks the kitchen. Even the sink, the countertop, and the electric cooktop are black, making a statement against the puffy white walls.

A clawfoot slipper tub and modern vanity sit on pale wooden flooring in the bathroom. A high window pours sunshine down on the space.

A pentagonal skylight does the same for the lofted bedroom.

This two-story studio sits on the edge of the woods, next to a firepit. A cantilevered second story features a ladder leading to a camouflaged door; the open space below is perfect for a romantic dinner for two.

The studio features sliders that open to a bedroom and a sitting room; another ladder inside leads to the second story.

A spring-fed natural swimming pond is aerated and stocked with fish, and—according to the listing—it doubles as a functional fire-safety reservoir for insurance savings.

The property—listed for $499,000—comprises seven-plus acres and is zoned and permitted for short-term rentals. Personally, we’d want to have this space all to ourselves year-round. Great hiking abounds nearby: Dover Stone Church, for example, is a mile and a half away.

If this geodesic dome in Dover Plains is your cup of tea, find out more about 105 Sand Hill Road, Dover Plains, from Sheneur Menaker, co-founder and licensed real estate agent with Hudson Modern.

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