A sustainable, off-the-grid dome-shaped house that runs purely on all-natural energy from the sun has gone on the market for $690,000 – and it’s the perfect place for someone to reconnect with nature.

This quirky home of 1,477 square feet was constructed in Kennebunkport in Maine in 2003. The home is called a monolithic dome and made of cement, bar and blow foam insulation.

It boasts a fully-functional photovoltaic electrical system – meaning it is powered by natural energy from the sun.

A basement contains a propane gas tank holding 1,000 gallons of gas. It can heat the water and house when it is needed. There are also gas stovetops and generators.

A sustainable, off-the-grid dome-shaped house that runs purely on all-natural energy from the sun has gone on the market for $690,000 – and it comes with 43-acres of land

A sustainable, off-the-grid dome-shaped house that runs purely on all-natural energy from the sun has gone on the market for $690,000 – and it comes with 43-acres of land

The quirky, 1,477-square-foot home, is located in Kennebunkport, Maine, and was built in 2003

This quirky home of 1,477 square feet is situated in Kennebunkport Maine. It was constructed in 2003.

The quaint home boasts a fully-functional photovoltaic electrical system – meaning it is powered by natural energy from the sun

The quaint home boasts a fully-functional photovoltaic electrical system – meaning it is powered by natural energy from the sun

The impressive sustainable energy system is kept in a shed next to the home. There's also a 1,000-gallon propane gas tank in the basement to keep the house and water warm when needed, a gas stovetop, and a generator - just in case

A shed is located next to the house that houses an impressive system of sustainable energy. To keep your home warm and the water hot, there’s a propane gas tank that holds 1,000 gallons. There is also a gas stovetop. And a generator.

Inside, there are three bedrooms, one bathroom, and a spacious open-plan living area with a small, no-fuss kitchen

There are 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom inside. The living space is spacious with an open plan kitchen, a large dining area, and a comfortable sitting room.

It is decorated throughout with white walls, mosaic tile flooring, and hand-crafted wooden finishes. Oversized windows flood the home with sunlight

The home is finished with handcrafted wooden finishings, white walls and mosaic tile flooring. Large windows let in sunlight through large windows.

The dome-shape gives each room a unique feel

Each room has a distinctive feel thanks to the dome shape

But while the sustainable features of the home are impressive, its address is just as notable – 34 Road To Misery.

However, it doesn’t live up to its strange name and has a cozy, rustic feeling to it.

The house is finished with handcrafted wood finishes, white walls and mosaic tile flooring. The house also features large windows that let in sunlight through the huge glass.

There are three bedrooms and one bathroom inside. The living space is spacious with an open plan kitchen, a large dining area, and a comfortable, functional kitchen. In the middle of the house is a wooden staircase.

You can spend a peaceful morning outside listening to the birds and watching the deer walk through the fields. There’s plenty of space for taking a stroll. 

But while the sustainable features of the home are impressive, its address is just as notable – 34 Road To Misery. It doesn't seem to live up to its bizarre name, however, and the snug home has a warm, rustic feel to it

But while the sustainable features of the home are impressive, its address is just as notable – 34 Road To Misery. Although it doesn’t appear to live up its strange name, the home is cozy and has a rustic, warm feel.

The buyers will have some highly-esteemed neighbors since the Bush family actually owns property nearby

Since the Bush family has property in nearby areas, they will provide high-quality neighbors for buyers

The property is currently on the market for $690,000 with Coldwell Banker Realty, and listing agent Josephine A. Power told Portsmouth Herald that she has 'never sold a house like this one'

Coldwell Banker Realty is listing the property for $690,000. Josephine A. Power, Coldwell Banker Realty’s agent, has listed it. Power said to Portsmouth Herald that she’s never sold a home like it.

Outside is a large outdoor deck where you can enjoy a tranquil morning listening to the birds or watching deer stroll through the fields

There is an outdoor patio where you can relax and listen to the birds, or watch the deer walk through the fields.

The house is made out of cement, rebar, and blow-foam insulation - which keeps the heat in in the winter and hot air out in the summer

It is constructed from cement, rebar and blow foam insulation. This keeps heat inside in winter and out of the summer.

The house is surrounded by nature, located on a private 42.96-acre parcel, and it sits just four miles from Goose Rocks beach

It is located just 4 miles away from Goose Rocks Beach and is completely surrounded by nature.

The property is located in the middle of nature on a 42.96-acre private parcel. It’s only four miles away from Goose Rocks beach.

HOW DOES THE PHOTOVOLTAIC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WORK 

  • An inverter uses sunlight to produce electricity. Solar panels can be combined with solar panels
  • Through a process known as photovoltaic effects, the sunlight’s light, photons (or photons), creates an electrical current within the panels.
  • Inverters convert energy from direct current into alternating current. You can use the AC electricity generated by an inverter to power lights and electronics. 
  • Source: Energy Education 

It is housed in an adjacent shed. 

Doomsday-preppers who want to plan for an apocalypse or emergency, this home suits them perfectly. People who prefer to live in homes that use sustainable energy, in the event that there is an unexpected cut in power supply worldwide, will often opt for large houses that allow them to grow vegetables or raise livestock.

Coldwell Banker Realty and Josephine A., the listing agent, are currently putting this property on the market at $690,000. Power told Portsmouth Herald that she has ‘never sold a house like this one.’ 

‘Its design encompasses extremely great insulative qualities. She explained that the Dome will stay warm during winter when it is heated by the woodstove. However, the Dome can be left closed during summer if there are very hot days. 

It’s centrally situated – you can drive easily to Portland, Maine and Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Additionally, it’s less than 2 hours from Boston, Massachusetts.

Due to the Bush family’s sprawling estate nearby, some of their neighbors will be highly respected.

The former president George H.W. Bush inherited the oceanside property. Bush’s parents left him an oceanside estate. It has been the family’s home since the early 1980s. The house is in Walker’s Point, just 20 minutes away from the dome-shaped house. 

Others who bought Maine homes over the years are Patrick Dempsey, Anna Kendrick and others.

The home is a great place for you to re-connect with nature, and there is plenty of room for a leisurely walk

The home is a great place for you to re-connect with nature, and there is plenty of room for a leisurely walk

A wooden staircase sits in the center of the home

In the middle of the house is a wooden staircase

Centrally located - it is an easy drive to Portsmouth, New Hampshire, or Portland, Maine, and it's also less than two hours away from Boston, Massachusetts

It’s centrally situated – you can drive easily to Portland, Maine and Portsmouth, New Hampshire. You also have less than two hours from Boston.

The house is also located only 20 minutes away from the Bush family's vacation home

 The house is also located only 20 minutes away from the Bush family’s vacation home

Their oceanside estate (pictured), which former President George H.W. Bush inherited from his parents, has served as the family's vacation home for years now, and is located in Walker's Point

Former President George H.W. Bush lived in their oceanside property (pictured). Bush, who inherited the property from his parents, is Walker’s Point.

Other stars who have bought homes in Maine over the years include Patrick Dempsey (who lives about an hour away in Lewiston), Anna Kendrick (who lives just 30 minutes away in Portland), and more

Other Maine stars that have purchased homes in Maine include Patrick Dempsey (who lives an hour from Lewiston), Anna Kendrick (30 minutes from Portland), and many more