Top 5 Treehouses in the UK

If you’re looking to get back to nature and escape the urban jungle then tree houses provide the perfect arboreal retreat. Whether it’s swinging around in the tree tops with the family (read indulging your inner kid) or a romantic getaway with your loved one, these magical hideouts provide an unforgettable experience. From back to basics to luxury with every creature comfort, there is something to cater for every taste. Check out our top 5 tree houses in the UK. By Lucy Taylor

Sleeping in the trees. Photo: Holly Tuppen

1. The Tree House, Somerset
This tree house would make even the most competitive of Dads proud. With under floor heating, Egyptian cotton sheets and a cedar hot tub, this is tree housing in style. Stunningly situated on a farm at the edge of Exmoor National Park, nature is right at your finger tips with the beautiful Quantock Hills in view. Sitting high in the tree tops and made entirely of wood, the Tree House offers the best of both worlds as every comfort has been thought of. After a bracing autumnal walk on the moors the wood burning stove and roll top bath make this the perfect place to relax. Be it romantic getaway a deux or a break with the family, the enclosed garden and play facilities mean the Tree House can cater for all.
The Tree House sleeps 4 with a master bedroom and bunk bed downstairs. Prices vary from month to month: 3/4 nights cost from £545 to £805. 7 nights cost from £790 to £1,150. 

All the comforts of home up in the trees. Photo: Kinochlaich House2. Kinochlaich House, West Highlands
This unique, octagonal tree house is nestled in the orchards of the historic Kinlochlaich House, Argyle. Perched on slits, the tree house overlooks the woodland burn and is perfectly positioned for exploring the surrounding Community Woodland. Green is the buzz word here, with walls so well insulated that heating is rarely an issue. However when you do want to cosy up, the wood burning stove and under-floor heating are just the trick. At the centre of this beautifully designed structure is an old oak trunk around which a spiral staircase coils. The windows and doors have all been crafted from local Scottish timber and the local theme is continued as guests are supplied with seasonal veg fresh from the garden.
The master bedroom sleeps 2 and there is a dormer bed which can accommodate 1 or 2 children. Prices range from £440 - £585 per week. 

3. Big Sky Yurt, Devon
Not technically a treehouse but, as the name suggests, it is as good as. This yurt was handcrafted from recycled wood and local products and was inspired by the iconic 1970s book 'A Simpler Life', which is exactly what you can achieve if you come and stay here. The yurt sits in a secluded spot with spectacular 180 degree views of untainted Devonshire countryside. The wooden furniture, including the Swedish style enclosed king-sized bed, was all handcrafted by Scott, the owner. A homely and cosy interior is accompanied by some welcome modern touches including gas hobs and a hot shower. 
The tree house sleeps 2 and costs from £190 for a 2 night stay. The yurt is available all year round. 

You're very own nest in the trees. Photo: West Lexham4. West Lexham, Norfolk
West Lexham is a social enterprise which seeks to bring people together from all walks of life and combines education, relaxation and community building. As well as providing an oasis to unwind and reconnect with family and friends, courses and events are run throughout the year. The staff here have put a lot of love, care and creativity into the decoration of the accommodation and gardens. Adding to the cottages, bell tents and Bedouin dorms, they have built their first tree house in what will be the tree house village (3 more are in the pipeline). Wrapped around the tree trunk, the tree house sits on stilts and is made entirely from reclaimed timber. This rural Eden with a relaxed and open vibe is a great place to catch up with friends and make new ones.
The tree house sleep 4 and costs £120 per night on weekends and £90 per night during the week. 

5. The Mighty Oak Tree Climbing Company, Cornwall
For the more adventurous among you the Mighty Oak Tree Climbing Company offers recreational tree climbing at sites across Cornwall. In contrast to the days of a precarious childhood scramble, you are fitted with ropes and a harness so you can shimmy your way to the top without so much as a grazed knee. As well guided day climbs, you can also opt to spend the night communing with nature in one their specially designed tree boats. This is a four cornered hammock into which you are safely secured with ropes and a harness so there’s no chance of any midnight sleep climbing. Tree camping starts at 3pm with a climb followed by dinner before you ascend to your lofty nest in the canopy. Breakfast in bed? Well actually yes, it’s sent up for you to enjoy while you take in the dawn.
Prices for tree camping vary depending on group size. 1 climber costs £200 and between 2-5 climbers is £140 per person. 

For more ideas see our Tree houses in Europe or Luxury Camping pages. 

This blog post was written by Lucy Taylor.