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The Magical Chez Tree Rest Treehouse perched 35' above the forest floor!

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A wooden cabin with a multi-level deck, a slide, and string lights.
A treehouse with a wooden deck and a balcony, surrounded by tall trees.
A wooden cabin interior with a sloped ceiling adorned with string lights, a window with curtains, and a small shelf with a tissue box.
A wooden sign for The Chez Tree Rest Treehouse with a red background and gold lettering, surrounded by a garden with various plants and flowers.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden floor, a sofa with plaid cushions, a coffee table, and a lamp.

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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
Overlooking the water, this cottage accommodates 2 guests in 1 bedroom. Enjoy nearby adventure activities like game walks, fishing, and motorboating. The patio offers a great outdoor area, and sports enthusiasts can find golf nearby. Explore attractions such as Jamesville Beach Park and Syracuse University.

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom0+ bathroomsSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Lafayette, NY
  • Place, Tully Lake
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Jamesville Beach Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Syracuse University
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Loft Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom in treehouse.

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Magical Chez Tree Rest Treehouse perched 35' above the forest floor!

Your hosts, Tom and Lisa Wallace, are happy to welcome you to The Chez Tree Rest, our 2 story treehouse perfectly perched under a heavily canopied scenic hillside - 35' above the forest floor on 2 towering Maple trees. As you walk to the treehouse across the 60' cable bridge you will feel the stress and cares of everyday life melt away. The treehouse is 150 square feet of pure magic and the perfect spot for a romantic getaway high up in the trees.
Our treehouse is located on 20 acres of hardwood forest just outside of the sleepy village of Lafayette, NY - 10 miles south of Syracuse, NY and 24 miles north of Cortland, NY. Just a very short drive to wine country and the Finger Lakes region. As you arrive at the property, you will find a wonderful burgundy gold leaf sign and a gravel road which leads down a 1/4 mile drive to the treehouse. There is a security gate at the beginning of the road which should be open. If it happens to be closed, it is not locked so you will be able to manually push it open.
The treehouse itself is accessed across a 60' cable bridge. There are only a few (7) stone steps which lead down to the bridge and then it is an easy walk up to the treehouse. Below the treehouse is a large, (320 square feet), deck protected by a timber frame pavilion with a fire pit and ample seating. The deck also provides the location of the shower (with on demand hot water) and a propane BBQ grill. There is also a separate fire pit area below the treehouse which has plenty of seating and a stone edged fire ring.
There is a convenient, tiny bathroom in the treehouse with a composting toilet. A couple of years ago, we added full time electricity and potable water as well. There is a small, electric heater for those cooler nights.
There is a great deal of outdoor relaxing space on the treehouse level as well. There is approximately 80 square feet of decking connected to the treehouse. In addition, there is a separate 12' octagon deck that is anchored on a separate tree connected to the main deck by another 30' cable bridge.
For cooking, we provide a propane camp stove and a microwave oven. There is also a BBQ grill on the lower deck below the treehouse. All the pots, pans, Keurig coffee maker, silverware and other utensils you should need will be provided.
Let the trees gently sway you to sleep amidst the soothing sounds of barred owls and the babbling brook.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
On very rare occasions, if we have had an inordinate amount of rain, guests may have to park their vehicles and walk 1/4 mile down to the treehouse.
If you are afraid of heights, it is recommended that you don't book the treehouse which is located 35' above the forest floor.
When the wind is blowing, the treehouse may actually sway slightly and/or creak. If this may cause a problem for you, please don't book the treehouse.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1936498vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

LaFayette

Located in LaFayette, this cottage is in a rural area. Clark Reservation State Park and Pratt's Falls County Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Destiny USA and Salt City Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at JMA Wireless Dome or Upstate Medical Arena at The Oncenter War Memorial. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Lafayette, NY

What's nearby

  • Tully Lake - 10 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Crooked Lake - 11 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Beak & Skiff Apple Hill Campus - 12 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Jamesville Beach Park - 13 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Syracuse University - 13 min drive - 19.6 km

Getting around

  • Syracuse Regional Transportation Center - 18 min drive
  • Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fastrac Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Nedrow Diner - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Knoxies Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Grass Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sweetgrass Diner - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Magical Chez Tree Rest Treehouse perched 35' above the forest floor! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Magical Chez Tree Rest Treehouse perched 35' above the forest floor!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Magical Chez Tree Rest Treehouse perched 35' above the forest floor!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Magical Chez Tree Rest Treehouse perched 35' above the forest floor!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Magical Chez Tree Rest Treehouse perched 35' above the forest floor! located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Jamesville Beach Park, Beak & Skiff Apple Hill Campus and Clark Reservation State Park. Rand Track Park and Webster Pond are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Tom and Lisa Wallace

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My wife Lisa and I have been happily married for over 38 years. We make our home just 1/4 mile up the hill from the treehouse. Close proximity means that we are almost always available to promptly see to your needs for your stay. At the same time, we respect your privacy and if you don’t need something attended to immediately, you probably won’t see us.

Why they chose this property

When I sold my business in 2015, Lisa and I were looking for some land to build a camp on. From the moment I walked down the hill on this property, and saw the spot on the hillside overlooking the brook below, I knew I wanted to build something special on this spot.
I have loved the show Treehouse Masters since it began. The unique location of this spot didn't lend itself to a conventional "camp" built on the ground. We knew we had to look to the trees. I purchased the plans for the treehouse directly from Treehouse Masters, (Be In A Tree). I spent the summer of 2016 building the treehouse. We have loved it ever since. We hope that you will love it as well.

What makes this property unique

Duh...It a treehouse!

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