Fodor's Expert Review Denali Dome Home
137 Healy Spur Rd., Healy, Alaska, 99743, USA
A 7,200-square-foot modified geodesic dome houses this year-round B&B, decorated with Alaskan and local art. One room has a sauna, two rooms have jetted tubs, and, over time, the owners have added heated tile floors in many of the bathrooms—a welcome addition for winter travelers. An inviting common room has a TV, a fireplace large enough for logs 3 feet long, and an impressive number of Alaska-related books and videos. Sit by the fireplace to take in spectacular views of Mt. Healy through the tall windows. Rooms come equipped with any amenity you might need, and they're the only place around where you get a full cooked-to-order breakfast. They also offer car rentals; there's free pickup from the train station if you're renting a car. A separate vacation rental has been added to their 10-acres of property which has 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths along with a full kitchen and BBQ.
PROS
- thoughtful and knowledgeable owners
- unique architecture
- car-rental and tour-booking service
CONS
- anyone with dog allergies should beware of an enthusiastic Scottish terrier
- anyone squeamish about animal hides should be warned the house is decorated with a few prize trophies
- close to main road