Unique dome-shaped home with mountain views near Hueco Tanks listed for $600k

If you're looking for mountainous views in every direction and a bit of solitude, a unique, dome-shaped home out in the Hueco Tanks area is on the market for just over half a million dollars.

The eye-catching property, located at 16899 Old Butterfield Trail, spans just over six acres of private desert land and is listed for $599,999.

The 3300-square-foot home stands out with its pure white facade, a stark contrast against the vast rocky terrain surrounding it. Most notably, the shape of the home is what makes it so different and a little out-of-this-world — its architecture is referred to as a geodesic dome, a self-supporting structure composed of interlocking hexagons or triangles.

The eye-catching property, located at 16899 Old Butterfield Trail, sits on just over six acres of private desert land and is listed at $599,999.

Despite only being listed a few weeks ago, there's a lot of buzz surrounding the one-of-a-kind property, said the home's listing agent, Mary Anter.

"What I find most interesting about geodesic dome houses is their exceptional strength and durability," Anter said. "Re-sealing the outside roof structure and windows was a huge part of the renovation process that was completed in 2024, making the structure almost new again."

The eye-catching property, located at 16899 Old Butterfield Trail, sits on just over six acres of private desert land and is listed at $599,999.

Along with its striking design, the home's location is what may entice buyers to take a closer look. Situated in the Hueco Valley and down the road from the Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site, you are steps away from camping, hiking, bird watching, and rock climbing.

"The neighborhood itself has wonderful opportunities for bike riding, horseback riding, raising animals, planting gardens, or having greenhouses," Anter said. "The possibilities for using the space are quite vast."

Inside the dome, you'll find an open floor plan and three stories. Walls are embellished with triangle-shaped windows, allowing for views of sunrises in the day, and glowing moons amid sparkling stars at night.

The eye-catching property, located at 16899 Old Butterfield Trail, sits on just over six acres of private desert land and is listed at $599,999.

If you're worried about being too far from civilization, the home is minutes away from grocery stores and major highways.

"Driving to town is still pretty close, though," Anter said. "You can be at the Vista Market in about 15 minutes and the 375 in 25 minutes. Even Instacart delivers out here."

Here's a closer look at the home:

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