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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.

Greenwich Village

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

Firesphere House follows Roderick Romero's signature styles.

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

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

The Alnwick Garden Treehouse in the spring.

Beach Rock Tree House

Finca Bellavista's houses are built for sustainability.

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

O2 Treehouses are constructed with recycled materials.

Nescafe Treehouse

Redwoods Treehouse is very fine dining.

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

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

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

The Minister's Treehouse took 14 years to build.

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

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

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.