This Treehouse Will Immerse You in 360 Degree Views of the Forest

Stunning Treehouse in Bonny Doon

There is nothing quite like this stunning treehouse home located in Bonny Doon, California, United States. The treehouse floats high in the branches of the magical Redwood forests of Bonny Doon, the Pinecone treehouse will immerse you in 360-degree views of the forest's upper canopy. Allow the healing power of this forest environment and this awe-inspiring treehouse structure to sing you into complete relaxation, imagination, and reflection. The tiny home is cradled by the California Redwoods, where you can reestablish a connection with nature and self. The treehouse sits 35 feet above the ground on the uphill side and almost 60 feet from the ground on the downhill side. With two triangle-shaped see-through floor panels, this treehouse makes one feel as though they are flying through the upper Redwood canopy. Entry and exit from the treehouse require a bit of effort to ascend and descend the steep alternating-step entry ladder as well as to pass through the trap door. The treehouse does have running water for the sink and shower, however, the treehouse does not have a plumbed toilet but rather a compostable one. The treehouse structure is accessed via a 30 to 60-degree alternating step access ladder. Staying in a treehouse is the ultimate vacation idea, and is sure to make you feel like a child again. The following are just some of the things to consider when building a treehouse design.

Finding a Location to Build

Finding a Location to Build. The first step is finding a sturdy tree that can handle the treehouse construction. Ideally, you want a hardwood that is old enough so the branches are eight or more inches in diameter. If you only have softwood trees, the branches will need to be bigger to ensure that they can handle the load. Ideal species of trees include hemlock, maple, oak, fir, and beech.

Center the Treehouse Over Base of the Tree

Center the Treehouse Over Base of the Tree. If you put the treehouse only on one side, it won't be stable. If you live in a location with high winds, keep the treehouse to the lower third of the tree to prevent uprooting in a storm. If you are building on one trunk, do your best to keep the main platform level.

Consider Weight and Stability

Consider Weight and Stability. Your treehouse platform should be as close to the tree trunk as possible, as you don't want the kids falling out of the treehouse. Also, make sure the treehouse platform is adequately braced. Ideally, you should add diagonal bracing to account for any uneven loads.

Don't Restrict Tree Growth

Don't Restrict Tree Growth. Leave some gaps around the tree to allow for growth, especially around branches and trunks that come into the treehouse. A good rule is two inches if the tree passes through the floor, and three inches if it passes through the roof. Avoid using anything that constricts the branches such as rope, straps, and wire or you risk strangling the tree. Include spacers between the beams and the tree to account for movement. Consider extra-long large bolts. This gives you the freedom to mount items on the ends while also giving the tree enough room to grow.