SLEEP IN THE TREES

10 Tree House Retreats for the Perfect Cascadian Summer Getaway

Branch out! From the Siskiyou Mountains to the Snoqualmie River, these "treesorts" take rustic camping to new heights.

By Marisa Russell June 22, 2016

Burl at Treehouse Point—Issaquah, WA

Treehouse Point's Burl cabin is curled around a Douglas fir and contains a private balcony. Enter via a flat wooden bridge—this is the resort's only treehouse with indoor plumbing. (Which might help explain the rate: a steep $390/night for two.)

Photography by Adam Crowley Images

Burl at Treehouse Point—Issaquah, WA

Photography by Adam Crowley Images

Trillium at Treehouse Point—Issaquah, WA

16 feet in the air, two stories high, with a ladder-accessible loft, this wonderland includes over 80 windows and a beautiful view of the forest. Rate: $340/night for two.

Photography by Adam Crowley Images

Trillium at Treehouse Point—Issaquah, WA

Photography by Adam Crowley Images

Trillium at Treehouse Point—Issaquah, WA

Photography by Adam Crowley Images

Temple of the Blue Moon at Treehouse Point—Issaquah, WA

Sashay your way across a swinging bridge into this river-overhanging treehouse. Rate: $365/night for two.

Photography by Adam Crowley Images

Temple of the Blue Moon at Treehouse Point—Issaquah, WA

Photography by Adam Crowley Images

Cedar Creek Treehouse Lodge—Ashford, WA

Set 50 feet up in a 200-year-old tree, this two-person treehouse delivers the views of a lifetime—Gifford Pinchot's old-growth forest, the undulating Sawtooth Range, Mt Rainier's snow-capped peak. The kids won't fit in these romantic accommodations, but owner Bill Compher also offers family tours of his onsite observatory—built 100 feet in the sky.

Photography by Bill Compher

The Cottage Tree House at Vertical Horizons—Cave Junction, OR

You can’t cook here, but you can enjoy the view! Sleeping two people, this treehouse resort not far from Oregon's southern border includes breakfast and costs $280/night.

Photography by Jodie Cowan

The Cottage Tree House at Vertical Horizons—Cave Junction, OR

Photography by Jodie Cowan

The Calypso Tree House at Vertical Horizons—Cave Junction, OR

A Tudor-style tree house accessible via bridge. Advised: a champagne split for two, enjoyed outside on the front deck. Rate: $280/night for two.

Photography by Jodie Cowan

The Shiitake Tree House at Vertical Horizons—Cave Junction, OR

Resembling a hanging lantern with a wrap-around deck and loft sleeping, this option comes at $280/night for two during the summer. Breakfast included!

Photography by Jodie Cowan

The Shiitake Tree House at Vertical Horizons—Cave Junction, OR

Photography by Jodie Cowan

Majestree at Out ‘n’ About Treesort—Cave Junction, OR

At Cave Junction's other treesort, Out 'n' About, find this mansion 47 feet up in the sky. The resort's highest house sleeps four, and boasts a full bathroom, quaint kitchenette, and private deck, balanced on a massive Douglas fir. (Beware: if it’s windy, they’ll close down this magical getaway.) Rate: $320/night for four people.

Photography by Out ‘n’ About Treesort

Serendiptree at Out ‘n’ About Treesort—Cave Junction, OR

This tiny gem is perfect for a romantic summer weekend getaway. According to Out 'n' About, the unique house took several years to build, and it includes a loft and a fridge. (Bathroom facilities are a 100-foot walk away, back on solid ground.) Rate: $140/night for two people,

Photography by Out ‘n’ About Treesort

Forestree at Out ‘n’ About Treesort—Cave Junction, OR

Navigate a swinging bridge up 35 feet in the air and you'll find electricity, a restroom, and built-in tree-hugging. (The actual tree that holds up your home juts right through the building). Rate: $280/night for four people.

Photography by Out ‘n’ About Treesort

Skamania Lodge—Stevenson, WA

Skamania Lodge is jumping on the treehouse bandwagon too! Well, sort of. Starting September 1, the historic Gorge property will offer two treehouse cabins on the south side of their property. They'll look something like this rendering, say hotel reps.

Illustrations by Skamania Lodge

Skamania Lodge—Stevenson, WA

Okay, so Skamania's "treehouses" won’t sit terribly high in the sky. There are other ways to enjoy the view, though—on the resort's zip-lines.

Photography by Skamania Lodge

Yurts, glamping, tiny home camping—you've done all that, and it was great. But for a woodsy retreat that literally sweeps you off your feet, it's hard to argue with an adult-sized treehouse. If that sounds like a childhood dream too good to be true, count your blessings: this is the Pacific Northwest, and we definitely build amazing stuff way up in trees.

Some of these lofted lodgings are Peter Pan-perfect. Others—with swinging bridges, floor-to-ceiling windows, even kitchenettes—are probably more luxe than your original Lost Boys fantasy. Whether you aspire to fire-lookout solitude or a family adventure, find a match among the the 10 fabulous aeries in our slideshow. But remember—you're not the only Cascadian angling for a bird's eye view. If you want to book these summertime nests, check soon (see below)!

Treehouse Point:
Issaquah, WA
You can explore this six-cabin resort (also with a rentable main lodge) on their website. Note: children under 13 are not allowed to stay on property.

Cedar Creek Treehouse
Ashford, WA
Just one guest cabin is available on this property tucked into Mt Rainier National Forest. Reservations are available to select groups, call Bill Compher at 360-789-6773. Learn more about his tours on this website.

Vertical Horizons Treehouse Paradise
Cave Junction, OR
Guests can book three treehouses within this secluded Doug-fir forest. Check out things to do while you stay there and make reservations here.

Out ‘n’ About Treesort
Cave Junction, OR
Five treehouses on this structure-studded property are available to overnight guests. Make reservations and explore more of their tree houses on their website.

Skamania Lodge*
Stevenson, WA
Book lodging and preview the amenities here.

*OK, OK, so Skamania's two "treehouses"—set to open later this summer—are really just lovely lodges on stilts surrounded by trees. If you want to get technical about it...

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