Lifestyle

21 Drop-Dead Gorgeous Tree Houses You Have to See to Believe

LifestylePublished Aug 1, 2017
By Kayla Boyd
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Tree houses are a fun way for kids to get outdoors and have somewhere of their own to hang out. But, what if their tree house was so nice that you wanted to hang out in it too?

Well, adult and luxury tree houses are definitely a thing. Remember the high-tech tree house in Spy Kids? Believe it or not, some locations give that one a run for its money.

Here are 21 of the most epic tree houses.

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Luxuriously Rustic
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Luxuriously Rustic

Fully equipped with a bed, bookshelf, balcony, and sitting area, this tree house is bigger than most New York City apartments. It's hard to believe that this all started with a simple platform built around a tree

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All That Natural Lighting
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All That Natural Lighting

The beautiful windows on this tree house make it look like a church. The inside is probably just as stunning ... and really well lit too.

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Keeping Cozy in Vermont
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Keeping Cozy in Vermont

This beautiful wooden house in Vermont has a lovely staircase and balcony, as well as creative dimensions. It definitely looks like a whole family could live in there.

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So Big It Needed Street Signs
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So Big It Needed Street Signs

This multilevel tree house is so elaborate that it even has little street signs! From the beautiful landscaping to the exit slide, this looks like every kid's dream home.

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Fit for a Witch
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Fit for a Witch

This unique design was created by Japanese architect and "tree house master" Takashi Kobayashi. The green, round walls are complemented by a roof shaped like a witch's hat, truly giving off fairy tale vibes. 

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Tree-Side Pool Time

This tree house in Thailand is just as nice as a five star hotel. If you want to relax by the pool, all you have to do it hop out of bed (literally).

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Breathtaking Bamboo
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Breathtaking Bamboo

Built by the company IBUKU in Bali, this astonishing structure is built almost entirely of bamboo sticks. 

According to IBUKU's Instagram: "IBUKU's goal is to provide spaces in which people can live in an authentic relationship with nature. We do this by designing fully functional homes and furniture that are made of natural substances and built in ways that integrate with nature."

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Chic and Romantic
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Chic and Romantic

This gorgeous bedroom is located at Playa Viva, a sustainable boutique hotel in Mexico. Looks like an amazing honeymoon spot.

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Fairy Lights in the Woods

This three-room tree house is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The twinkle light fairy house can be rented on Airbnb for $375 a night.

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Tropical Dream Tree

This Hawaiian tree house is located in the Fern Forest. It is made out of bamboo and sits on stilts that are 15 feet tall. It's available to rent through airbnb for $200 per night. 

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Vibrant Jamaican Villa

This gorgeous Jamaican tree house villa is located at Hermosa Cove. It has one bedroom with a king bed, air-conditioning, and an ocean-view deck. You can stay in this dreamy abode for $500 a night or $2,950 for a week.

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Elegant Studio

This tree house studio in Greensboro, North Carolina, has a very modern design and it's eco-friendly. It's available for rent through Airbnb for $85 a night.

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A Nested Mansion
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A Nested Mansion

Tucked away in a Thailand rainforest, this extravagant tree house villa is at the Kamala resort in Phuket. The "Bird's Nest Pool" provides guests with a king-sized bed, private pool, and a list of luxury amenities.

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Tree Cabin for the Whole Crew

This tree house in Oregon can comfortably fit four to six guests. The shingled house is build around fir trees and has a kitchen, lounge, sleeping areas, and a slide. It's available for rent through Airbnb for $89 a night. 

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Quaint and Tranquil

The "Serenity House" in Tennessee has beautiful decor and is a great fit for two people. It has a loft bedroom, kitchen, living area, and porch. It's available for rent on Airbnb for $100 a night.

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Little Tree Cottage

This fantastical tree house looks like a cottage in the woods from a storybook. The flowers and staircase are so pretty and perfectly detailed that they don't even look real.

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Firefly Getaway
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Firefly Getaway

This whimsical, glowing tree house looks like a place where fireflies greet you as you walk in. The lanterns and long bridge make it look so mystical.

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Home Sweet Tree House
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Home Sweet Tree House

This beautifully lit tree house looks like a hidden log cabin in the trees. So gorgeous!

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Cute and Simple

This adorable tree house has unique architecture and a really awesome deck. Looks like a great place for a weekend getaway.

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Tree Castle

This wooden castle is located in the trees of France. It houses two to four guests and is fully equipped with a mini bar and a Jacuzzi on the terrace.

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Jet Setting
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Jet Setting

This tree house in Costa Rica is one of the location's most exclusive hotel suites. Created from a refurbished 1965 Boeing 727, the two-bedroom luxury tree house cost $4,000 to move the plane and $24,000 to renovate it.

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