Highlands Treehouse Retreat

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Nest-Shaped Cocoon Treehouse on 4 Trees - The Marsu

  • 4 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bathroom

The Marsu is one of our most organic treehouses, designed to feel like a nest with a green roof. Its curved architecture and slanted walls wrap you in nature, while the outdoor suspended net loft right above the hot tub offers the perfect perch. A spacious shower room with outdoor views makes this treehouse a true guest favorite. 

1 King; 1 King Sofa Sleeper
4 Guests
1 Full Bathroom; 1 Outdoor Shower
580 sqft interior/350 sqft decks

Ideal for couples or a small family, the treehouse features a spacious downstairs bedroom where you can wake to sweeping forest and mountain views. Upstairs, an open-air loft leads directly to a suspended net, offering a playful yet peaceful place to relax among the treetops.

We welcome pets! Fee is $160 per pet, with a maximum of 2 pets.

Reserve early — stay flexible.

Your getaway shouldn't come with stress. At Highlands Treehouse Retreat, every booking includes a one-time complimentary date change (e-credit valid anytime, requested up to 14 days before arrival). The e-credit equals the value of your stay and may be applied toward a future reservation. Any price difference will apply based on selected dates and prevailing rates.

Plus, cancel 28+ days out and get 50% back, automatically.

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Highlights

Parking

Pets welcome

Wireless Broadband Internet

Pictures

Amenities

Pool & spa facilities

Outdoor hot tub, Shared dry sauna

Parking & facilities

Gated community, Parking, Private porch, Shared playground

Policies

Accept credit card, Accessible 24/7, Children welcome, Pets allowed, Smoking not allowed, Wheelchair inaccessible

Kitchen & dining

BBQ gas, Coffee machine, Cooking utensils, Kitchen stove, Kitchenette, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Toaster, Vacuum cleaner

Location features

Mountain

Bathroom & laundry

Bed linen, Blow dryer, Essentials, Shower, Towel set

Heating & cooling

Air conditioning, General heating

Entertainment

TV cable

Internet & office

Wireless Broadband Internet wireless

Home Safety

Carbon monoxide detector, Fire extinguisher, First aid kit, Smoke detector

House Rules

  • Credit cards accepted

  • Children welcome

  • Pets welcome

  • Smoking not allowed

  • Wheelchair inaccessible

Check-in: 04:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Gold Mine Road, 4483, Highlands, United States

From Franklin, NC

  • Take US-64 E / NC-28 toward Highlands
  • Stay on Highlands Rd (ignore GPS shortcut via Peeks Creek Rd — narrow & rough)
  • Turn right onto Gold Mine Rd
  • Continue straight — pavement becomes gravel
  • Follow for ~10 minutes to the Highlands Treehouse Retreat gate
  • Follow signs to your treehouse parking

From Highlands, NC

  • Take US-64 W (Franklin Rd)
  • Turn left onto Gold Mine Rd
  • Continue straight (~10 min, includes gravel section)
  • Arrive at Highlands Treehouse Retreat gate → follow signs

Quick Tips

  • 4WD recommended (gravel + weather conditions)
  • Arrive before dark if possible
  • Download GPS offline (limited service)

Rates

Our rates may vary day-by-day. Please select a period to see the exact price for your stay.

Policy and notes

Payment Schedule

100% of the total amount is due at time of reservation.

Remaining balance: Due later

Cancellation Policy

50% of paid prepayments refundable when canceled 28 day(s) before arrival or earlier.

0% refundable if canceled after.

Security deposit

A pre-authorization of €217 is held on 1 day(s) before arrival and voided on 7 day(s) after departure

Availability

Select check-in date

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About host

Highlands Treehouse Retreat
Highlands Treehouse Retreat

Contact us

  • Email:[email protected]
  • Website:https://highlandstreehouse.com
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Nest-Shaped Cocoon Treehouse on 4 Trees - The Marsu
Highlands, United States
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