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Tree Top Lodge Montreat - Architectural Retreat; Sleeps 18 with options up to 28
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
11 bedrooms8+ bathroomsSleeps 286071 sq ft
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Rooms & beds
11 bedrooms (sleeps 28)
1-Main Unit - Mid-Level - Bedroom 1 - Master
1 King Bed
1-Main Unit - Mid-Level - Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1-Main Unit - Mid-Level - Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
1-Main Unit - Mid-Level - Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
1-Main Unit - Mid-Level - Bedroom 5
1 Double Bed
1-Main Unit - Upper-Level - Bedroom 6
1 Queen Bed
1-Main Unit - Upper-Level - Bedroom 7
1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed
1-Main Unit - Upper-Level - Bedroom 8
1 King Bed
2-Garden Apartment - Bedroom A1
1 Queen Bed
2-Garden Apartment - Bedroom A2
2 Twin Bunk Beds
3-Studio Bedroom S1
1 Queen Murphy Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
8 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
1-Main Unit - Mid-Level - Bathroom 1 Master
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
1-Main Unit - Mid-Level - Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
1-Main Unit - Mid-Level - Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
1-Main Unit - Mid-Level - Bathroom 4
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
1-Main Unit - Upper-Level - Bathroom 5
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
1-Main Unit - Upper-Level - Bathroom 6-Powder
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
2-Garden Apartment - Bathroom A1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
2-Garden Apartment - Bathroom A2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
3-Studio - Bathroom S1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Tree Top Lodge Montreat - Architectural Retreat; Sleeps 18 with options up to 28
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
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House Rules
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings
Please see custom house rules
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: Please see custom house rules
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Montreat
Montreat is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance and Robert Lake Park, while White Horse Black Mountain and Swannanoa Valley Museum are cultural highlights. Ten Thousand Villages and The Merry Wine Market are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Montreat, NC
What's nearby
- Robert Lake Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Patricia Cornwell Tennis Center - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Ten Thousand Villages - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 22 min drive - 33.1 km
- Biltmore Estate - 23 min drive - 32.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- No. 1 China - 6 min drive
- Lookout Brewing Company - 6 min drive
- Starbucks - 7 min drive
- Recess Coffee and Baked Goods - 7 min drive
- The Trailhead - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Location
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
Jan 20, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robin F.
Jan 1, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Robin F.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Richard A.
Dec 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Richard A.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Meredith N.
Nov 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Meredith N.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Leslie S.
Aug 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Leslie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Kay O.
Oct 6, 2025
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Kay O.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Bob S.
Jun 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Wedding
Bob S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Sam H.
Feb 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Family Weekend
Sam H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Sep 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Charlotte H.
May 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding Accommodation for all ages!
Charlotte H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Thomas G.
Jul 23, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Thomas G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lauren H.
Sep 29, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, Comfortable, and Very Inviting
Lauren H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer H.
Jun 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Friendly
Jennifer H.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sandra T.
Apr 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful mountain home
Sandra T.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa V.
Oct 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
October wedding weekend
Lisa V.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jodie H.
Mar 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gathering of friends who are family
Jodie H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Martha C.
Jul 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family spot!
Martha C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marty C.
Dec 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Great Thanksgiving!!
Marty C.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Daniel L.
Apr 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and hosts!
Daniel L.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kira G.
Jan 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
Kira G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ardell W.
Dec 9, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Luxury
Ardell W.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Omar A.
Aug 11, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home in Montreat
Omar A.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John E.
Mar 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tree Top
John E.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sheri K.
Mar 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My favorite retreat spot!
Sheri K.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Angela E.
May 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
cozy and relaxing reunion
Angela E.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
About the host
Hosted by Robert and Lisa Bennett
We are a family with three teenage daughters who share a love for hiking, rafting, and exploring all that Western North Carolina has to offer. Our girls enjoy attending summer camps and clubs, which have become a cherished part of their lives.
Over the years, we've found great joy in hosting families and groups who have come to love Tree Top Lodge. Hearing their stories about the fun and fellowship they’ve experienced here has been incredibly rewarding. Many of our guests return year after year, while others visit for special occasions—bringing together friends and family who appreciate having ample space to connect without feeling crowded.
We’ve had the pleasure of meeting so many wonderful people through these experiences and look forward to welcoming even more in the years to come.
Over the years, we've found great joy in hosting families and groups who have come to love Tree Top Lodge. Hearing their stories about the fun and fellowship they’ve experienced here has been incredibly rewarding. Many of our guests return year after year, while others visit for special occasions—bringing together friends and family who appreciate having ample space to connect without feeling crowded.
We’ve had the pleasure of meeting so many wonderful people through these experiences and look forward to welcoming even more in the years to come.
Why they chose this property
Montreat holds a special place in our hearts, with Robert having grown up attending church retreats and family Thanksgiving gatherings there. Strolling around Lake Susan, wandering through the peaceful town roads, or, even better, exploring one of Montreat's many hiking trails is truly a rejuvenating experience. Just breathing in the fresh air has a way of calming the soul and slowing the pace of life.
What makes this property unique
This property is truly a hidden gem, designed and built by Wade Burns, who still resides in Montreat. The intricate details and craftsmanship throughout the house offer something new to appreciate with every visit. It manages to be both majestic and warm, offering a sense of comfort despite its impressive size.
While the house is quite large, its thoughtful design allows it to blend seamlessly into the hillside, making it appear much smaller when viewed from above. One of its most-loved features is the single-level entrance from the driveway—an incredibly rare convenience in the mountains, with no steps to navigate.
A unique design element is the “moat” along the uphill side of the house, which allows natural light to stream into all the middle-floor windows. This feature required over 60 truckloads of concrete to construct the retaining walls that make it possible.
The stones surrounding the driveway are another fascinating detail, repurposed from the excavation of one of the town’s water tanks during the late-2000s economic downturn. Wade ingeniously devised a way to position these massive stones without risking damage to the finished house. You can glimpse just the edges of these incredible stones, adding to the home’s unique character.
The features and meticulous details are endless—you truly have to see this property in person to fully appreciate its beauty and charm.
While the house is quite large, its thoughtful design allows it to blend seamlessly into the hillside, making it appear much smaller when viewed from above. One of its most-loved features is the single-level entrance from the driveway—an incredibly rare convenience in the mountains, with no steps to navigate.
A unique design element is the “moat” along the uphill side of the house, which allows natural light to stream into all the middle-floor windows. This feature required over 60 truckloads of concrete to construct the retaining walls that make it possible.
The stones surrounding the driveway are another fascinating detail, repurposed from the excavation of one of the town’s water tanks during the late-2000s economic downturn. Wade ingeniously devised a way to position these massive stones without risking damage to the finished house. You can glimpse just the edges of these incredible stones, adding to the home’s unique character.
The features and meticulous details are endless—you truly have to see this property in person to fully appreciate its beauty and charm.
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