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Treehouse at Swallowtail Studio, Petaluma: Located in a eucalyptus grove 110 feet above the ground, this treehouse overlooks pastoral Petaluma but is only a 5-minute drive from downtown. (Photo courtesy of airbnb.com)
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The house comes with a queen bed in the loft, has a cozy atmosphere and is stocked with books. Bring a few bottles of red wine and you're all set for a relaxing stay. The owners, who live next door, like to invite their guests to join them for breakfast and offer advice on things to do and places to visit. Helen Putnam Park is a couple of minutes away with hikes for nature-lovers. Learn more about the Treehouse at Swallowtail Studio here. (Photo courtesy of airbnb.com)
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Luxury Treehouse, Glen Ellen: If you're fantasizing about a leaf embellished escapade, but the idea of staying in a tree seems more rough than romantic to your partner, then this luxury treehouse might be a compromise you both can live with. The exterior of this Glen Ellen getaway lets you know that, yes, this really is a treehouse. At this point, your not-so-rustic mate might start to feel duped about the luxury bit, but...
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...the look of this pool will change their mind right away. There's a hot tub, too. (Photo courtesy of beautiful-places.com)
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Large windows bring the woods inside - enjoy your morning cappuccino while taking in the views. (Photo courtesy of beautiful-places.com)
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In the evening, you can relax on a four-poster queen-size bed and look out a wall of windows for more tree views. The en-suite bath has a shower over the tub and a contemporary vanity with ceramic sink. Learn more about the Glen Ellen Treehouse here. (Photo courtesy of beautiful-places.com)
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Redwood Treehouse, Healdsburg: This treehouse is located less than three miles from historic downtown Healdsburg, right on the Russian River. (Photo courtesy of tripfinder.com)
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Not as rustic as you might imagine, the house comes with 500 thread count Pima cotton sheets, Pendelton wool blankets, soft pillows, and cozy comforters. This is the second of two bedrooms.
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The best part about this comfortable living room? The lack of a TV set. Spend an evening on the couch, listening to the sound of the Russian River rolling by.
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Take a steaming mug of tea out on the deck and enjoy the river nature and local wildlife. If birdwatching is not exciting enough - go on a gnome hunt (there are a few hiding around the property). Or head to Healdsburg Plaza for some fine food, wine, and shopping. Learn more about the Redwood Treehouse here. (Photo courtesy of tripfinder.com)
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Monte Rio Treehouse, Monte Rio: This house in the woods may not be a treehouse in the strictest sense of the word. But, being built on wooden piers and leaning against trees, the house does give you a feeling of staying among the trees, rather than under them. (Photo courtesy of rentals.riverhomes.com)
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This house is a good option for someone who's intrigued by a treehouse stay, but doesn't want to "rough it." The decoration is sleek and there's plenty of amenities, including a large flatscreen TV, wrap-around sofa, master and second bedrooms, laundry room, full bathroom and a fireplace. (Photo courtesy of rentals.riverhomes.com)
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For guests not content to just rest on the couch, this treehouse has a fully appointed kitchen where those interested in the culinary arts can spend time cooking. Learn more about the Monte Rio Treehouse here.
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Eagle's Nest Treehouse Farmstay, Salmon Creek: If you know your WWII history, it may not seem that appealing to stay at a place called the Eagle's Nest - but once you've got past the name, you're in for a treat. Located on a working ranch on the Sonoma Coast, this treehouse is your ticket to a wilderness and farm life experience. During the day, you can explore the ranch operations and see ducks, cows, goats and livestock guardian dogs, learn about sustainable organic farming practices and hike the forest trails around the house. (Photo courtesy of hipcamp.com)
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The treehouse, featured in House & Garden Magazine in the 1990’s and several other magazines since, has been totally refurbished and modernized using the latest structural and safety standards to serve as a guest house. Nestled between two towering Douglas Firs, the large redwood deck of the Eagle’s Nest is accessed via a spiral staircase and a 30 ft suspension bridge. (Video by Thomas Agarate)
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A queen size bed and separate bathroom with flush toilet and a copper-lined shower with floor to ceiling windows make this treehouse less rustic than your average cabin in the woods. Learn more about Eagle's Nest here. (Photo courtesy of hipcamp.com)
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Build Your Own Treehouse: Ready to add a treehouse to your own backyard? "Arboreal architect" Dustin Feider builds treehouses inspired by the geodesic domes of American architect Buckminster Fuller. Feider and his company O2 Treehouse have built several houses among Bay Area branches, including a cubist Healdsburg treehouse (pictured). More info here. (Photo courtesy of Benjamin Ariff/O2 Treehouse)
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Prime Time Housebuilders is a local company that creates plans and builds "special spaces" in trees. This includes treehouses, challenge courses, rock climbing walls, zip lines, rope swings, slides, fireman's poles..… or anything else having to do with the high life in the woods. More info here. (Photo courtesy of backyardtreehousebuilders.com)