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Be at home in the trees.

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A wooden deck leading to a house built on stilts among trees.
A building with a wooden deck leading to a white door, a small porch, and a fenced area with a bench.
A two-story building with a front door, a small porch, and a staircase leading to the upper level.
A cozy bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a window with a view of trees, a gray couch, a small table with a bowl of fruit, and a birdhouse on a nightstand.
A treehouse elevated on stilts in a forested area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 6•1 bedroom•1 bed

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Thompsonville, MI
  • Place, Interlochen Center for the Arts
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Interlochen State Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Studio Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Be at home in the trees.

This tree house is located within a beautiful wooded site, sculpted around majestic hills with breathtaking views of Northern Michigan's natural beauty. All of the amenities and comforts of home are provided including a washer and dryer, a private balcony with a priceless view, and a cozy fireplace. This studio style cabin offers two queen size beds, love seat, reclining chair, and dining table/chairs. Air mattress, pack & play, and high chair available upon request.

For other options from Tree House Ridge- see Property ID #3049224 (Krueger Cottage #4)

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Air mattress, pack & play, high chair available
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please use appropriate receptacles
Liability waiver to be signed after booking and prior to stay

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2512512vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Thompsonville

Located in Thompsonville, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Crystal Mountain and Kresge Auditorium are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Interlochen State Park and Misty Acres Preserve. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Thompsonville, MI

What's nearby

  • Green Lake - Lake Wahbekanetta - 14 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts - 17 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Interlochen State Park - 17 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 18 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Kresge Auditorium - 20 min drive - 20.0 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Laughing Horse Saloon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Geno's Sports Bar And Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The 231 Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Karlin Inn - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Be at home in the trees. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Be at home in the trees.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Be at home in the trees.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Be at home in the trees.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Be at home in the trees. located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly cabin is within 12 mi (20 km) of Green Lake - Lake Wahbekanetta, Crystal Mountain and Bass Lake. Interlochen State Park and Duck Lake - Lake Wahbekaness are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous get away! Loved the ambiance and the scenery. Great any season.

Easy to rent and the family made themselves available if we needed anything.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2022
Thank you for choosing to stay with us! We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you! Ashlee
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Levi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Property and Stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We loved relaxing in the treehouse and enjoyed the proximity to Crystal Mountain, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Traverse City.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kara Jimenez

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend family get away

Beautiful place and very nice owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2023
Thank you, Kara!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Our favorite place we ever rented! A perfect getaway!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place.

Host thought of everything. My family had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Treehouse stay!

Would love to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov, 2022
Thank you, Tony! We hope you are able to come back too! Thank you, Ashlee
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was one of the nicest rental properties I have ever stayed at. Beautifully designed, clean, and equipped with every last thing you could possibly need, from toothpaste to reading glasses! And the property is simply gorgeous!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Crystal H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was so awesome to stay in a treehouse. It was so much fun and a really nice place.

We really enjoyed the views and everything g was so beautifully decorated. The beds were comfortable and it was very comfortable overall. Really enjoyed our stay. We plan to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun, 2023
Thank you, Crystal! We would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Noelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation Central

Very beautiful and felt like home away from home
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leigh R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House

Wonderful place to stay and in the woods. Comfortable and clean. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

eric c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place

This place is everything you could ask for! We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar, 2023
Thank you so much, Eric! We are glad you enjoyed your stay! Ashlee
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Branda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Weekend Getaway

Great place to spend a relaxing weekend with friends. Beautifully decorated with fall themed decor too. It was a home away from home. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct, 2022
Thank you, Branda! We hope you are able to stay with us again! Ashlee
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable!!!

Such an adorable, well appointed place. Just loved it and would definitely go back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

OMG absolutely perfect!!

Everything about this property is amazing, the host has thought of everything and the location is breathtaking. If you have an opportunity to stay here I highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2022
Hi Rochelle, Sorry for the delay in responding- I didn’t I hadn’t! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you! Ashlee
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great escape!

This little treehouse was an awesome stay and definitely recommend, it has everything you could need!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2022
Hi Ryan, Thank you for the kind review! We hope you are able to visit again! Sincerely, Ashlee
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

Absolutely outstanding! Just a super place to stay! Great hosts and a all around great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2022
Thank you, Lane! We appreciate you choosing to stay with us and we are glad you enjoyed your stay! Thanks again! Ashlee
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

We visited the Treehouse to celebrate our Anniversary. We had talked for a long time about doing this and finally went. It was an amazing place and we will definitely be going back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept, 2024
Hi David! Thank you so much for your kind review. I am glad you enjoyed your stay for your anniversary and I hope you are able to visit again soon! Thank you! Ashlee
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great time!

There's really something special about having breakfast in the trees. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2024
Hi Daniel! Thank you for you review! We hope to host you again in the future! Thank you, Ashlee
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oasis in the woods

We loved staying in the treehouse. All of the modern amenities of home, everything we could need and in beautiful peaceful scenery. We’re looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept, 2022
Hi Holly! We are hope you are able to return and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Sincerely, Ashlee
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Time

Peaceful and refreshing!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brianne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just lovely

Such a relaxing beautiful place. It’s our second time staying. We chose to celebrate our 20th anniversary there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tree house living

We enjoyed staying in the tree house for the last couple of days. So peaceful and beautiful scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2022
We are glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for choosing to stay with us! Ashlee
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Tree House Ridge is a hidden gem. Beautiful location and a wonderful experience in the trees.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov, 2022
Thank you Lynn, we appreciate it!! Ashlee
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dona G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful fall stay in the trees

Lovely, well decorated tree house with loads of amenities. Great communication on what to expect upon arrival. Wonderful views, comfortable accommodations. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best treehouse

Both of us and my kids like it very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ashlee Knoll

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This project is a builder and engineering dream, initiated by a father-son duo, Fred and Jess Knoll. Together with their wives, Patty and Ashlee Knoll, a plan was developed. After countless hours of planning, designing, engineering, and feedback, the Knolls pushed forward to making their dream a reality.
By trade, Fred is a dynamically talented builder and finish carpenter with over 40 years of experience. His son, Jess was raised around construction and heavy equipment, and is a large scale equipment operator. They joined their professional abilities and construction backgrounds to make it all happen.

Why they chose this property

Tree House Ridge is the first of its kind in Michigan- with the goal to build 10 unique and self-contained 500 square foot tree houses, each located within a beautiful wooded site, sculpted around majestic hills, and each with its own breathtaking view of natural Northern Michigan beauty. This concept has been successfully implemented in other parts of the United States, but this is the first of its kind in this area.

What makes this property unique

Groups and families, both small and large, will enjoy this peaceful setting. You don't have to be outdoorsy to stay in a treehouse. It's the perfect destination to unwind and unplug. While some enjoy spending their days outdoors golfing, boating, hunting, fishing, sightseeing, skiing, and hiking, others like to go on wine and cider tours, shop, and attend destination weddings and family reunions, and much more. We will open our treehouses as their construction is complete with the final of ten to hopefully be completed by 2025.

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