Cedar Creek Treehouse, Ashford, WA
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Tough living with children in a treehouse proofed to be a bit complicated and that brought him back to the ground. He built a house on his 5-acre property for an easier family life and opened up his childhood dream to adventurous guests.
It was just a matter of time that the media would pay attention to this unconventional treehouse retreat. It has received national and international attention; even Oprah featured it in one of her shows. The Travel Channel called it one of the top three "extreme hotels", and England's Guardian named it one of the five best treehouse hotels in the world.
Before you can relax in the rustic coziness and enjoy the views, you have to climb a flight of stairs to the treehouse 50 feet up. The only neighbor up in the treetops, next to birds and squirrels, is an observatory floating 200 feet high up in a fir tree with a 360 degree lookout. It is only reachable up the five-story "Stairway to Heaven" and across an 80-foot rainbow suspension bridge. The views are spectacular: Mount Rainier, Osborne Mountain, Nisqually Valley, Copper Creek Ski Hut, the Sawtooth Ridge Peaks, Mount Wow and if you are lucky Mountain Goats.
What to expect
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If you are a nature-loving adventurer with a sense for the simple life and always dreamt of sleeping in the tree tops with the stars - then this is definitely for you.
There is a limited supply of water that Bill carries up the stairs each day. So, if a sponge bath or a skinny dip into the pond below is not your thing, and the hike down the road for a shower is not your idea of a vacation, you might want to rethink your choice.
A 12-volt battery provides electricity, and the fridge is nothing more than a camping cooler packed with ice.
Once you are up in the Cedar Creek Treehouse you will be awarded with a spectacular view and surrounded by natures whispers.
Rooms: 1 Sleeping Loft with two double beds - 1 bed in the sunroom for a total of 5 people.
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Wheelchair access: No
Children: No children under 10
Pets: No
Smoking: Strict non smoking policy on the premises.
Parking: Yes
Restaurant: Self-catering. The closest Restaurant is approx. 10 km away.
Transfers: No
Internet: No
Telephone: No
Closed: February. Although open in winter, Bill recommends visiting in spring, summer, and fall.
Specials: Cedar Creek Treehouse is available for small group retreats (additional camping on the ground plus one cabin), special events (picnics, anniversaries, honeymoons, celebrations, weddings.) Bill is a musician, so musical events such as concerts, festivals, and workshops are always welcome. Call and ask for Bill to discuss your plans.
Rates: USD 300 per night for two persons; USD 50 per night for each additional person (maximum five guests) - 2 nights are required unless a single night is available.
Payment: Cash, check, or money order. Full advanced payment is required to hold reservations. A ten-week notice required for a complete refund.
Address
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P.O. Box 204
Ashford
Washington, WA 98304
USA
Telephone: 360-569-2991
Reservations: Please call, write, or e-mail Bill.
Location
- Ashford, Washington, which is about an hour and a half south of Tacoma, Washington, and just outside Mount Rainier National Park. Once you've booked your retreat, Bill will send you a mp with driving directions.
- 81.1 mi Seattle - Ashford
- 7 mi Ashford to Treehouse
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Area Attractions
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- Hike, bike, swim, fish, pick huckleberries in the summer and hunt for mushrooms in the fall.
- Cross-country ski in winter.
- Mount Rainier National Park is only ten minutes away, and Mount St. Helen's is just an hour's drive south, taking the scenic back roads through Packwood and Randle.
- High Rock Lookout is an eight-mile drive and hike away on U.S. Forest Road 84
If that is not enough serious exercise, there are always the five flights of stairs (77 treads!) you can run up and down to the Lookout-Observatory while breezing fresh air.
Cedar Creek Treehouse in the News
Komo 4 News made a nice informative video. Click here and watch this unique Treehouse with unmatched views.
Music by Bill Compher
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Bill is also an accomplished folk musician (multi-instrumentalist incl. Fiddle and mandocello). He is available to play for special celebrations public as well as private events. Please contact Bill at 360-569-2991.
He has recorded and produced three CD music programs, which may be purchased by mail order. Cost of each CD is $15.00 (shipping and handling charge included in the price).You may print the Music CD Order Form here.
Send check or money order together with the Order Form to:
Bill Compher
P.O. Box 204
Ashford, WA 98304
USA
© Photos: Cedar Creek Treehouse
Note: The information provided here was correct when published. Rates and details can change without notice.
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