Do you want to live under a rock until the election is over? See these rock abodes for rent

Nonstop political rants have nearly two-thirds of Americans wanting to cover their ears and hide under a rock 27 days before the election, according to the Pew Research Center’s yearlong Election News Pathways project.

For those exhausted by endless news reports, Hotels.com is offering a respite: Stay in a cave 50 feet underground in New Mexico from Nov. 2–7. The cost: $25 for five days, available on a first-come, first-served basis at Hotels.com/page/underarock starting at 6 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 9.

The off-the-grid abode will allow you to cast your ballot early then hide in a cave where you can turn off talkative TV pundits and calls from nervous friends. When you emerge, the election results may or may not be clear.

“Political fatigue is real regardless of the year or election,” said Josh Belkin, vice president of Hotels.com in a news release. “We’re transforming an age-old idiom into a bookable experience, so individuals can relax, recharge and recover… because who knows what else 2020 has in store for us.”

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If you’re longing to escape to the Oregon coast, head as far north as you can until you meet the Columbia River and settle into Astoria.

Before you book a room anywhere, check for the most current travel recommendations and best practices to avoid the spread of the coronavirus. In Oregon, the information is at govstatus.egov.com/or-covid-19.

Also read 10 things to consider before going back outside during the coronavirus pandemic in Oregon.

Each vacation rental should state its contactless, safety and disinfecting protocols to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

Surprisingly, there are many places to live under a rock. Here’s a sampling:

Bedrock Homestead inside Escalante National Monument: Relish staying in a private room in a cave house isolated on 40 acres of farmland. There is no internet and you’ll need to arrive in an all-wheel-drive vehicle.

Details:

• Accommodates five guests
• Two bedrooms
• One bathroom
• Around $325 a night on average, depending on travel dates

Beckham Creek Cave Lodge in Parthenon, Arizona: The 5,600-square-foot lodge with a waterfall in the living room sits on 256 remote acres in the Ozark Mountains. The cavern was transformed into a high-end retreat with natural cave walls encasing a honeymoon suite and luxe features.

Details:

• Accommodates 12 guests
• Four bedrooms
• Four bathrooms
• Around $1,200 a night on average, depending on travel dates

Historic Rock House in Palm Springs: The bungalow in Happy Canyon Ranch is a monthly rental where you can absorb 360-degree views of 20 preserved acres. The hillside setting is in the Araby Cove neighborhood known as a wind-free zone.

Details:

• Accommodates two guests
• One bedroom
• One bathroom
• Around $175 a night on average, depending on travel dates

Rock Reach House in Yucca Valley, California: The modern steel house, profiled in Dwell magazine, is in the High Desert surrounded by boulders, ancient juniper, pinón and desert oak trees.

Details:

• Accommodates four guests
• Two bedrooms
• One bathroom
• Around $577 a night on average, depending on travel dates

Hotels.com is offering a 20% off for other select properties with “rock” in the name. Use the code “UnderARock” at checkout beginning at 6 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 9.

Rocky Gap Casino Resort in Flintstone, Maryland: The 3-star hotel in yes, Flintstone, with three restaurants is adjacent to Rocky Gap State Park.

Details:

• There are 216 smoke-free guest rooms
• Around $89 a night on average, depending on travel dates. Use the code “UnderARock” at checkout

Sky Rock Inn of Sedona in Sedona, Arizona: The mountain hotel has an outdoor pool and is near Sedona Art Center.

Details:

• 109 smoke-free guest rooms
• Around $189 a night on average, depending on travel dates. Use the code “UnderARock” at checkout

–Janet Eastman | 503-294-4072

jeastman@oregonian.com | @janeteastman