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Mountaintop Fantasy Treehouse +

Hosted by Peter · Cullowhee, North Carolina
6 guests max · 1 bedroom · 4 beds · 1 toilet
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Amazing views
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Family-friendly
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Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
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Glenville High Treehouse and adjacent landscaped Overlook Selected by Outside Magazine as their Favorite Hipcamp in North Carolina and a Hipcamp Finalist in N.C. 2020, 2021, and 2022 and runner up best Treehouse 2023, the Glenville High Treehouse ( the "Treehouse" ) and the Overlook await you in 4 acres of high elevation at about 4100'. The two sites are directly across our driveway from each other. The Treehouse affords covered interior sleeping for 6 ( combination adults and kids ), a W/C and shower, WiFi, TVs, all necessary cooking and dining equipment, water equipment and room to pitch a tent if desired. The Overlook site is across the driveway, landscaped, and offers a covered overlook, various out door dining and lounging tables, large outdoor stone fireplace and water and fishing equipment shared only with us. PLUS free access to the community dock and our canoes and kayak. Playground for the kids including trampoline. Explore the innumerable trails and waterfalls of the Smokies; swim, canoe, kayak and fish in the Lake or numerous rivers and streams; swim at the sand beach down the road; rent a pontoon boat; enjoy the numerous nearby waterfalls; travel the Blue Ridge Parkway; enjoy the shopping and restaurants of nearby Cashiers and Highlands. Or just hang out. This area is truly one of a kind spiritual respite far from the madding world.1. Totally enclosed sleeping area is covered, lockable,  and comes with romantic lighting and operable windows; 2.  For lounging and sleeping, a  futon that converts to a double bed ( mattress cover included ); Double (200lbs max.) over double (250 lbs max) bunk bed with single trundle, all with mattresses; mats that can be configured on the mattresses or configured at your convenience;  3.  Eight drawer bureau to store your clothes and stuff; 4. A lovely covered deck with picnic table, hanging chairs and fire pit that can be totally enclosed and protected from blowing wind, rain and snow by restaurant style vinyl curtains;  5. Power, cold and hot water ( provided by remote lines, hoses and propane ); 6.  Privacy room and shower line/head and standard flushing WC; 7.  Complete covered cooking area with propane burners, griddle and grill (BYO small propane canisters); pots and pans, dishes, silverware, coffee pot, toaster, microwave, utensils and electric cooler-style refrigerator;  8.  Portable gas grill (BYO SMALL PROPANE CYLINDERS) 9.   Life jackets and paddles and use of our canoes, kayak and paddle boards and fishing gear at a 1 acre community dock on Lake Glenville; 10.  Good WiFi in and out ( Starlink ) with NETFLIX 11.  Roku TV ( see #10) 12.  Three space heaters; a fan; a blue tooth speaker; hammocks; various sprays; First Aid Kit;  walkie talkies [ cell service not good at the bottom of the mountain]; Echo Dot; smoke/fire detector; various games and beach/mountain books; binoculars; access to our playground (including netted trampoline) and chickens; and our day-trip suggested hikes and adventures. 13.  Outdoor fire pit, bench swings and hammocks/hooks;  14. Waterfall and fishpond. 15. BRAND NEW: Designated space for a 4-8 person tent ( some guests and their kids like to combine Treehouse and tent ) IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU LOOK AT THE PHOTOS AND FOLLOW ALL OF THE RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS THAT ARE HERE IN THE LISTING. PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK ALL THE STUFF YOU GET SO YOU WILL NOT WASTE YOUR TIME OVERPACKING. SERIOUSLY, ALL YOU NEED TO BRING IS: 1. Your clothes and personal stuff; 2. Your food; 3. Small propane cannisters; 4. Firewood ( you can buy some from me if you want to overpay ); and 5.. Sleeping bags, bed linens ( if you want) and towels. This is a unique respite from your daily cares, worries and stress; a pace to relive old memories of your childhood and to make new ones for you and your family. And one you don't need to share with strangers - nobody around but us who are the only permanent residents in this "subdivision" of 60 lots and 8 houses. To avoid unnecessary crowding, we are now limiting the number of guests to 6 except under pre-approved circumstances. We are usually around to help or answer questions you might have.  Welcome.  P
What to expect
Short walk to site
Parking isn't available at the site. You will park a short distance away and walk to the site (1-5 mins)
Treehouse
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
6 guests max
Campfires allowed
Firepit. Firepit in Treehouse and out by bench swings; gas and large stone on SMH
Toilet available
Flush toilet. Real toilet
Pets allowed
Off leash. Please advise if you are bringing a dog so we can keep the chickens locked up. If your dog is a roamer, please keep him/her in your general area, as our cat is terrified of dogs and I am too old to keep climbing trees to get him down!
Potable water available
Spigot, hose, pump or well
Showers available
Hot water , cold water only. Hot shower available on site utilizing propane hook-up.
Bins available
Trash bin. We will supply one large barbage can trash bag. Please take your trash with you and keep the garbage lid locked. IF YOU DON’T, THE LOCAL FAUNA WILL COME TO CHOW DOWN AND SPREAD THE LEFTOVERS ALL OVER FOR ME TO PICK UP. THIS IS NOT MY FAVORITE PASTIME. I AM NOT WEARING AN ORANGE VEST ON COMMUNITY SERVICE UP HERE. THANKS!
Cooking equipment present
Private, stovetop or hot plate, fridge, freezer, cookware, cooking utensils, dishware, cutlery, basic seasoning and oils, sink or other dishwashing station. There is every cooking appliance/ utensil/dining ware you need. if something is missing or inoperative, we are always just a text or call away.
Picnic table present
6 person covered dining
Wifi available
Starlink
Laundry present
By special arrangement.
Playground available
Use of our playground including netted trampoline.
Hot Tub absent

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy: Strict
Minimum nights: 2 nights
Accepts bookings: 6 months out
Short walk
No wheelchair access
Max 2 vehicles
2WD accessible
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Lodging

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TREEHOUSE AND OVERLOOK (4100')

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Treehouse · Sleeps 6 · 1 bedroom · 4 beds · 1 toilet
1. Totally enclosed sleeping area is covered, lockable,  and comes with romantic lighting and operable windows; 2.  For lounging and sleeping, a  futon that converts to a double bed ( mattress cover included ); Double (200lbs max.) over double (250 lbs max) bunk bed with single trundle, all with mattresses; mats that can be configured on the mattresses or configured at your convenience;  3.  Eight drawer bureau to store your clothes and stuff; 4. A lovely covered deck with picnic table, hanging chairs and fire pit that can be totally enclosed and protected from blowing wind, rain and snow by restaurant style vinyl curtains;  5. Power, cold and hot water ( provided by remote lines, hoses and propane ); 6.  Privacy room and shower line/head and standard flushing WC; 7.  Complete covered cooking area with propane burners, griddle and grill (BYO small propane canisters); pots and pans, dishes, silverware, coffee pot, toaster, microwave, utensils and electric cooler-style refrigerator;  8.  Portable gas grill (BYO SMALL PROPANE CYLINDERS) 9.   Life jackets and paddles and use of our canoes, kayak and paddle boards and fishing gear at a 1 acre community dock on Lake Glenville; 10.  Good WiFi in and out ( Starlink ) with NETFLIX 11.  Roku TV ( see #10) 12.  Three space heaters; a fan; a blue tooth speaker; hammocks; various sprays; First Aid Kit;  walkie talkies [ cell service not good at the bottom of the mountain]; Echo Dot; smoke/fire detector; various games and beach/mountain books; binoculars; access to our playground (including netted trampoline) and chickens; and our day-trip suggested hikes and adventures. 13.  Outdoor fire pit, bench swings and hammocks/hooks;  14. Waterfall and fishpond. 15. BRAND NEW: Designated space for a 4-8 person tent ( some guests and their kids like to combine Treehouse and tent ) IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU LOOK AT THE PHOTOS AND FOLLOW ALL OF THE RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS THAT ARE HERE IN THE LISTING. PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK ALL THE STUFF YOU GET SO YOU WILL NOT WASTE YOUR TIME OVERPACKING. SERIOUSLY, ALL YOU NEED TO BRING IS: 1. Your clothes and personal stuff; 2. Your food; 3. Small propane cannisters; 4. Firewood ( you can buy some from me if you want to overpay ); and 5.. Sleeping bags, bed linens ( if you want) and towels. This is a unique respite from your daily cares, worries and stress; a pace to relive old memories of your childhood and to make new ones for you and your family. And one you don't need to share with strangers - nobody around but us who are the only permanent residents in this "subdivision" of 60 lots and 8 houses. To avoid unnecessary crowding, we are now limiting the number of guests to 6 except under pre-approved circumstances. We are usually around to help or answer questions you might have.  Welcome.  P
Short walk to site
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers

Reviews

98% Recommend242 ratings · 218 reviews

Location

Cullowhee, Jackson, North Carolina, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Peter B.

Joined in April 2019
Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 4 hours

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