The One Wyoming Airbnb You Need To Book for Unforgettable Dark Sky Views

Budding astronomers and Milky Way chasers, rejoice! If your idea of the perfect getaway involves kicking back in utter darkness, miles from civilization, gazing upward, and taking in the majesty of the constellation-filled skies, there are some seriously stellar places in Wyoming that offer front-row seats to the cosmos. Of course, I'm all for good old-fashioned backyard stargazing, too, but in a state as beautiful as ours, there's no reason to forgo luxury while you admire the heavens.

Some of Wyoming's best stargazing Airbnbs are glamping domes, which often boast massive skylights, dark sky settings, and uber-modern amenities. Many even include window walls for cozy star-spotting from the comfort of bed, while others come with free-to-use high-tech telescopes that give you the experience of your own personal planetarium. But as chic as Wyoming's domes are, and as spacious as they may be, sometimes you want something that feels a little more like home. If you're looking for a truly unique astronomy-centric getaway this season, it doesn't get much dreamier than the Dome House near Cody, which combines the best of both worlds: half dome, half luxury living space.

Tucked away in the stunning Wapiti Valley, almost perfectly halfway between Yellowstone and Cody, this sweet "dome on the range" takes the idea of a geodesic glamping dome and a spacious, elegant residence and blends them together into the perfect isolated escape. The home is surrounded by five private acres that, honestly, feel far more remote—mostly because the property is also surrounded by miles of sweeping rangeland and the outlying Absarokas. From the dome, you have prime views of both the Northfork Valley and multiple named peaks, and can even make out the distant Buffalo Bill Reservoir. The closest neighbors are barely visible, so rest easy knowing your private getaway is indeed private.

It's a pristine slice of Cowboy Country, and the Dome House offers the perfect unobstructed vantage point from which to enjoy it. Night skies included!

On the inside, the Dome House is almost as gorgeous as its panoramic surroundings, without the decor feeling out of place in this rural mountain valley. The colors and design choices are flawless, blending seamlessly with the great outdoors. Rich, warm woods, rustic touches, and even some unexpected finishes also add plenty of cozy charm to the space, which comes fully furnished with everything you need for a comfy stay.

The living room boasts a soaring vaulted ceiling and a stunning custom stone fireplace that will keep you warm no matter how chilly Wyoming's trademark winds get. The furniture is soft and delightfully inviting for late-night movie sessions or snowy days, cuddled in front of the fire.

Both upstairs and down, the bedrooms are beautifully timeless and fully outfitted with plush linens, while the bathrooms feature luxury tile showers and exquisite vessel sinks. And the dining area, which opens right up to the stunning staircase? Absolutely magnificent! Altogether, you'll find room to sleep up to 10 guests in the home's four bedrooms, plus a cool loft area.

One unique thing about geodesic domes is that they're often very eco-friendly. The Dome House keeps with that tradition, utilizing reclaimed materials in high-end ways to craft many of the furnishings. Look closely, and you'll find repurposed barnwood, snow fences, bridges, and more intermixed with the modern appliances, solid pine doors, and unique countertops.

If you have kiddos in tow (or some kids-at-heart), there's also one more special feature of the 2,200-square-foot Dome House: a fully-outfitted modern game room, complete with a kitchenette and bar, pool table, board games, and more.

But wherever you choose to rest your head, and however many rounds of pool you decide to play, you're not going to want to stay cooped up for too long. The Dome House is surrounded by some of the darkest skies in this corner of the state, not to mention epic trails, so there's a lot to enjoy. Massive windows can be found around every corner, all with spectacular views of the surrounding landscapes. Although there are plenty of mountain views to be enjoyed from bed, too.

Head outside, and the wraparound deck is spacious and perfectly positioned for those wide-open night sky views, and maybe a few sunrises and sunsets over the mountains as well. When not soaking your cares away under the stars, cozy up in one of the many seating areas to admire the swirling galaxies, toast some marshmallows in one of the firepits, whip up some BBQ under moonlight, or take a stroll around the expansive grounds during the next meteor shower.

Being so close to Yellowstone, the Dome House is in prime dark sky territory, meaning the stars here are impossibly bright and visible from every room, every window, and every corner of the property. There's plenty of space to set up even your most over-the-top astronomy gear. If it's a little too chilly to stargaze outside, don't worry! The main fireplace just happens to be right next to a full wall of windows, so you can snuggle up without missing a thing.

From the glittering constellations above Devils Tower to the star-filled heavens that stretch over Sinks Canyon (Wyoming's first official International Dark Sky Park!), our slice of the West offers some of the most unique stargazing opportunities in the country, and staying in one of the state's most coveted Airbnbs lets you immerse yourself even more fully in all of that celestial beauty.

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