On “The Beech” Treehouse

“On the Beech” A Unique, Authentically Hand-Crafted Tiny Treehouse above a world class waterfall The space EXPERIENCE FINE GLAMPING This amazing tiny “treehouse” sits solidly on the ground on the edge of a cliff, yet perched amidst the lofty branches of a giant Beech tree that is rooted below the cliff. Hence it’s name, “On the Beech”. Featuring truly unique, authentic and creative craftsmanship, you won’t find anything like it in this world. I hand crafted the Trusses for the barrel shaped roof of the covered porch to mirror the curve of the half dome roof over the bathroom. Trivia quiz upon arrival: what is the dome repurposed from and what other creatively repurposed items can you spot in the construction of this creative space? SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS: 1. Climb the ladder to a spacious loft with double bed (deep Memory Foam Mattress). Well insulated space with space heater in winter、great ventilation and air conditioning in summer. Close the trap door for complete, cozy privacy. 2. The space under the stairs in the heated kitchen accommodates a double floor mattress that can be moved from the futon couch on the covered deck. OR 3. On balmy summer nights, enjoy sleeping for two on the double futon couch on the covered deck. 4. Maybe a bit extreme, but the open portion of the deck can handle two more in hammocks. It’s a crowded stretch, but for truly social animals, that’s 2 in the loft, 2 under the stairs, 2 on the covered deck and 2 in hammocks. 8 in a tiny treehouse? Wow! The indoor BATHROOM features a spacious hot shower and sink. An odorless composting privy sits just outside the main bathroom. FOOD PREP: The kitchen is furnished with a 2-burner hot plate, microwave oven, toaster oven, coffee maker, and sink. A charcoal grill is on the open deck in the trees. There is a fire pit just outside. S’mores, roast hot dogs or brew up a tasty stew in a cast iron pot hung from the provided tripod. DINING AREA: With classic “Tiny House” space efficiency, the dining table, located in the kitchen, is on locking wheels. It’s a prep counter that converts to a dining table that can be enjoyed either indoors or rolled outside to the covered porch or treetop deck next to the grill. Have it your way. Oh, did we mention that THE BEECH Treehouse sits just 30 feet from the top of a Tennessee State Park class, 50-foot tall PRIVATE WATERFALL? Depending on rainfall, Miller Falls will thunder or gently lull you to sleep. Disclaimer: Waterfall flow is subject to fluctuations in temperature, seasonal droughts, & rainfall. Most favorable seasons for waterfall flow are fall, winter & early spring". A short walk across the foot bridge is a bench at the top of the falls for quiet contemplation in nature’s magnificence. Follow the trail to the bottom of the falls and to the natural stone bench located in the grotto behind the falls. Cool summer bliss. Take a bracing summer shower with your significant other in the falls. For the fit and adventurous, follow the trail-less creek bed down the ravine over boulders the size of school busses to the next waterfall. We named it Swallow-Tail Falls for obvious reasons. Hungry for more adventure? Keep descending the creek bed to the confluence of Miller’s Creek and Sewanee Creek. The bottom of the canyon (AKA “gulf” to locals) is naturally spectacular. You can follow Sewanee Creek for many miles, exploring caves, underground fountains and springs that gush from sheer mountain sides. The Falls at Sewanee Creek offers even more. From the top of the bluff are hidden lookouts I can show you. Book other nearby cabins (Log, CONEX) Or, stay in our semi-primitive campground featuring small sleeping yurts we call “Yurtles” and a well-furnished outdoor kitchen at an extra charge. Guest access All of it. Other things to note Special Caution: The treehouse is located at the top of a steep cliff. It is not small child friendly. If you bring your small children it is at your and their peril. In winter, when temperatures drop below freezing, plumbing is vulnerable. Under freezing conditions, water will be turned off and all water supply pipes drained. An alternate source of water can be made available that you can heat on the hot plate. Heated sleeping spaces are the loft and kitchen only. Many guests have enjoyed covered outdoor sleeping on the covered deck. If you choose winter outdoor sleeping, be sure to bring thick comforters or low-temp rated sleeping bags.