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18 of the world's most stunning treehouses

By: Laura Moss on March 18, 2011, 1:25 p.m.

Temple of the Blue Moon sits partway up a 300-year-old, 160-foot-tall Sitka Spruce

Photo: Treehouse Point

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Homes with a view

Treehouses appeal to the child in all of us and bring us closer to nature. At one point you probably dreamed of living among the birds in a house nestled on the leafy branches of a towering tree. Whether these structures are tiny shacks clinging to a single bough, unique treetop observatories or sprawling works of art spanning several trees, there’s something magical about treehouses, the like the Temple of the Blue Moon treehouse (pictured). Here’s a look at 18 of the world’s most stunning treetop structures and the unique stories behind them.

Temple of the Blue Moon sits partway up a 300-year-old, 160-foot-tall Sitka Spruce

Free Spirit Spheres were designed to fit into the forest, not overtake it.

The Minister's Treehouse took 14 years to build.

Shoes must be left outside before venturing into the Takasugi-an.

4treehouse, as its name implies, is anchored between four different trees.

The Temple of the Blue Moon treehouse helps you convene with nature.

Redwoods Treehouse is very fine dining.

Nescafe Treehouse

O2 Treehouses are constructed with recycled materials.

The Enchanted Forest's treehouse is a magical time for all ages.

Finca Bellavista's houses are built for sustainability.

Beach Rock Tree House

The Alnwick Garden Treehouse in the spring.

Many artists collaborated to create this one of a kind treehouse.

The Blum House was inspired by how we think about space.

Firesphere House follows Roderick Romero's signature styles.

Kadir's is the best hostel option for those who want to stay in a treehouse.

Greenwich Village

Homes with a view

Treehouses appeal to the child in all of us and bring us closer to nature. At one point you probably dreamed of living among the birds in a house nestled on the leafy branches of a towering tree. Whether these structures are tiny shacks clinging to a single bough, unique treetop observatories or sprawling works of art spanning several trees, there’s something magical about treehouses, the like the Temple of the Blue Moon treehouse (pictured). Here’s a look at 18 of the world’s most stunning treetop structures and the unique stories behind them.