University of South Carolina - 47 min drive - 47.3 miles
Colonial Life Arena - 48 min drive - 47.7 miles
Fort Jackson - 52 min drive - 47.7 miles
Getting around
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 53 min drive
Restaurants
Ride and Dine - 6 min drive
Wing Nuts - 6 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Big Dipper 3BR/2BA Lakefront Dome: Hot Tub, Sunset, EV Charger, Lake Monticello
Welcome to Big Dipper — a resort-style glamping escape right on the water's edge of Lake Monticello in Jenkinsville, South Carolina, where your next family adventure is written in the stars!
Big Dipper is a lakefront geodome with 3 bedrooms, all with KING beds, 2 bathrooms, and a loft with two queens, with sunset views. It sleeps up to 10 guests.
STARGAZING, LIKE NOWHERE ELSE Lake Monticello is relatively undeveloped, with very little lighting, so the stars are clearly visible at night — dark skies that would not be possible on a busy, developed lake. Sleep under the stars through the dome's skylight, and spend your evenings stargazing from inside the dome or out under the open sky.
YOUR DOME'S EXPERIENCE - Floor-to-ceiling front glass for lake views from inside the dome - Skylight for stargazing - Full kitchen and living room - Wood-burning stove - TVs and high-speed internet - Arcade games - Large deck with a private hot tub - Your own private beach area, right on the water's edge - Your own kayaks - Firepit - Your own EV charger
Start your mornings on your private deck and in your private hot tub, and end your evenings there too, with the glass front open onto the lake. At your own private beach area, the water is calm, with gentle waves that feel more like beach waves lapping the shore — not choppy boat traffic.
Please note: your hot tub, beach area, and kayaks are private to Big Dipper. They are not shared with the other dome.
ORION'S COMMON AREA — SHARED - Large, boat-sized playset - Mini golf - Giant chess and outdoor games - Trampoline - Putting green
The playground area (Orion's common area) and the dock area are shared amenities.
NEARBY - Boat ramp access, 1.9 miles away - Public park 2.1 miles away: tennis courts, fishing pier, picnic area, playground, baseball field
GOOD TO KNOW - No jet skis or motorized water sports allowed on Lake Monticello - Domes are currently pet-free
There's something for everyone on the property: Big Dipper is for large groups, Little Dipper is for families, and the Polaris stargazing tent, coming soon, will be for couples. The Polaris tent's structure is up, with its interior buildout underway over the next few months.
We hope to see you at Big Dipper on Lake Monticello soon!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Golf
Kayak
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Electric car charging station
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
There are no elevators.
Frequently asked questions
What can I see around this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Jenkinsville within a short 1-minute walk of Monticello Reservoir.
Will I be able to park at Lake Monticello Geodome-MiniGolf-Hot Tub-Games-Playground-Stargazing-Lake Murray?
Yes, there is an electric car charging station available.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Lake Monticello Geodome-MiniGolf-Hot Tub-Games-Playground-Stargazing-Lake Murray?
Couples staying at this campground will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a smart TV as well as a hot tub.
Are there hot tubs at Lake Monticello Geodome-MiniGolf-Hot Tub-Games-Playground-Stargazing-Lake Murray?
No, this campground doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at Lake Monticello Geodome-MiniGolf-Hot Tub-Games-Playground-Stargazing-Lake Murray?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this campground.
What is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), which is about 30 mi away.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Lake Monticello Geodome-MiniGolf-Hot Tub-Games-Playground-Stargazing-Lake Murray?
No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Lake Monticello Geodome-MiniGolf-Hot Tub-Games-Playground-Stargazing-Lake Murray.
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