
The Dome Home, located on the grounds of Pine Acres Golf in Pleasant Prairie, provides one-of-a-kind architecture in a peaceful, tucked-away setting — making it a memorable retreat for weekend getaways, group trips, and more.
Originally built by Jack Thomsen, founder of Transcendental Golf (now Pine Acres Golf), the Dome Home was inspired by the visionary work of Buckminster Fuller. Its geodesic design gives it a history just as fascinating as its architecture– scroll down to read more!
A 360-degree wraparound porch surrounds the house, while the interior features multiple gathering spaces, a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances, and room to spread out across several levels. From bedrooms suited for couples and families alike, to a lower-level movie theater and game area with air hockey and ping pong, the Dome Home makes it easy to relax, recharge, and have a little fun along the way.
Set on Pine Acres Golf, the Dome Home offers private access to the driving range, along with a complimentary bucket of golf balls (golf clubs provided!). Pine Acres is open seasonally from May through October each year.
The Dome Home is available for rent year-round, and is conveniently located minutes away from the shores of Lake Michigan, and an abundance of trails, parks, beaches, the Pleasant Prairie RecPlex, Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets, and so much more!
Whether you’re planning a quiet escape or a stay filled with activity, the Dome Home is a standout place to stay and a perfect example of the unique experiences that set Pleasant Prairie apart.
In 1954, R. Buckminster Fuller received a U.S. patent for what he called the geodesic dome. While he wasn’t the first to experiment with the design, he coined the term and helped popularize its use in the United States, including for residential homes.
Pleasant Prairie is home to two Dome Homes. The first was built in 1979 by artists Dennis and Margaret Haag near Edithton Beach, using a framework purchased at the 1977 Milwaukee Home Show.
The second Dome Home, featured above, was constructed in 1987 by golfer and painter Jack Thomsen next to his golf range, Transcendental Golf (now known as Pine Acres Golf). Thomsen viewed the dome as symbolizing the entirety of golf and, alongside a nearby Chinese pagoda, as a blend of Western and Eastern thought.