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Cozy Shanty Steps from a Working Reactor

4.87·8 reviews·Pripyat-adjacent, Ukraine

Hosted by Dale Krimmer

SuperHost · 12 years hosting

4 guests 1 bedroom 2 beds 0.5 bath

Active radiation · Lead paint · No load-bearing walls

Welcome to my favorite property! The cooling-tower hum is honestly so soothing — guests say it beats melatonin. Sunsets here have a gorgeous yellow glow you don't get anywhere else. The shanty has been in our family since 1986 and has never been condemned, despite multiple visits. Make yourself at home!

What this place offers

Wi-Fi (intermittent, depends on jamming)
Hot & cold running runoff
Self check-in (door no longer present)
Geiger counter on request
Linens (lead-shielded, surcharge)
Iconic exclusion-zone sunset

House rules

  • · No screaming after 10pm — host needs sleep
  • · Please return geiger counter to milk crate
  • · Smoking permitted, encouraged honestly
  • · No pets (they don't last)
Dale Krimmer

Hosted by Dale Krimmer

SuperHost · 12 years hosting

Response rate

100%

Response time

within 2 minutes

Languages

English, Some shouting

Dale rents out his late uncle's place, plus a few other charming structures within the exclusion zone. He believes everyone deserves a peaceful escape, and the cooling-tower hum will lull you right to sleep. Guests keep telling him the faint glow is honestly better than a night light.

4.87 · 8 reviews

Priya M.

Priya M.

Akron, OH

★★★★★·March 2024

Such a peaceful stay. The hum kept us warm. Slept like the dead.

Deon B.

Deon B.

Boise, ID

★★★★★·January 2024

Lost my dog, but everything else exceeded expectations. Dale was very communicative throughout.

Response from host

Thanks Deon! Dogs really do struggle out here — we recommend the lead-shielded crate add-on for next time.

Kenji T.

Kenji T.

San Francisco, CA

★★★★★·October 2023

Water lit on fire — wasn't a hot fire though, so 3 stars. Host was responsive.

Response from host

We document the water in the listing — happy to answer questions any time. The temperature of the fire is seasonal!

Derek A.

Derek A.

Phoenix, AZ

★★★★★·June 2025

Yellow sunset 10/10. The geiger counter on the porch is a fun decorative touch.

Denise W.

Denise W.

Sacramento, CA

★★★★★·August 2024

Incredibly restful. The air has a distinct mineral quality. Highly recommend for couples.

Britta O.

Britta O.

Minneapolis, MN

★★★★·May 2024

Loved the vibe and the unique glow at night. The door being optional is charming but I did miss privacy.

Raymond G.

Raymond G.

Kansas City, MO

★★★★★·February 2025

My hair grew back thicker than before. Dale's instructions were perfect. Already planning a return trip.

Heather N.

Heather N.

Asheville, NC

★★★★★·November 2023

The exclusion zone is actually gorgeous in autumn. The tower hum felt like a spa. Ten stars if I could.