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

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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, DVD player, video library
1 bedroom, bed sheets
Exterior
Interior
Escape to The Chez Tree Rest, a secluded 2-story treehouse perched 35' above the forest floor on scenic hillside. Unwind with loved ones in this romantic haven surrounded by hardwood forest and experience tranquility as you cross the cable bridge or enjoy outdoor space on multiple decks.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 217 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Water view

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 180 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

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.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events 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
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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the area

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Lafayette, NY

What's nearby

  • Syracuse University - 13 min drive - 19.5 km
  • JMA Wireless Dome - 15 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Landmark Theatre - 17 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Armory Square - 17 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Destiny USA - 19 min drive - 26.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Firekeepers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Nice N Easy - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sweet Grass Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Champ’s Pizzeria 2 - ‬10 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.

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, Clark Reservation State Park and Rand Track Park. Webster Pond and Pratt's Falls County Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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