Katie & TJ's Treehouse Just Us Adventure Session - The Meadowlark Treehouse at Montana Treehouse Retreat

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“Katie and TJ aren’t cookie-cutter so they asked us where we thought would be a fun and unique spot for them to stay.  We knew instantly the Meadowlark Treehouse at The Montana Treehouse Retreat would be perfect for them!  We sent them over the Airbnb link praying it would be available for their date, and it was!  Katie and TJ chose to wear their wedding gear from a couple days before to wear during their adventure session so they would get some banger pics while having a chillaxed blast.  The two got ready together in their treehouse immersed in the smell of pine (thank you, live trees inside), ate some leftover chinese dumplings, and we were on the way!”

-Destinie Fouche, Des & Dan Photography

CLICK HERE read more about their magical day and see more photos of Katie and TJ’s adventures in Glacier National Park, captured by Des & Dan.

CLICK HERE TO BOOK THE MEADOWLARK TREEHOUSE

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Lauren + Jared's New Years Day Elopement

Lauren and Jared wanted to kick off 2023 right! What better way to ring in the New Year than to become husband and wife in Montana, with the base camp of a luxury treehouse? The Meadowlark Treehouse served as the cozy nest for the couple to get ready, take photos and eventually land back and honeymoon retreat after a very private ceremony in Glacier National Park on the banks of Lake McDonald. We teamed up with our friends at Elope Montana and local musicians Tin Finley for a very special live musical performance for their first look as Lauren walked down the Meadowlark Treehouse grand spiral wood staircase.

Check out some scenes from their very special day. Congratulations to the lovely couple!

Photographer: Lindsey Jane Photography

Celebrant: Erin Sabin

Hair & Makeup: Shayna Achin

Cake: Fleur Bake Shop

Venue: Montana Treehouse Retreat

Music: Tin Finley

Videographer: Alex Donaldson Videography

Sean + Jenny's Montana Boho Treehouse Elopement at Glacier National Park

Sean and Jenny had a very specific aesthetic in mind for their Montana elopement that shines through in all of their photos. The photos were all so good, I couldn’t decide on which ones to share! From waking up in the morning with a treehouse pancake breakfast, to getting ready in The Meadowlark Treehouse with their own glam team, to keeping things simple yet just what THEY had in mind. To top it off, they said their “I Do’s” in Glacier National Park and watched the sun go down as husband and wife. Congratulations to the beautiful couple! Thanks for choosing The Montana Treehouse Retreat for your very special boho dreamy elopement day and honeymoon.

Bride/Groom: Jenny + Sean Kummer

Cake : Fleur Bake Shop @fluerbakeshop

Small Bites: Trovare @trovaremt

Location: Montana Treehouse Retreat (Meadowlark Treehouse) @mttreehouse

Elopement: Glacier National Park

Hair: Honey Beauty Montana @haileysbeautypage

Makeup: Mariah Sullivan @mariahsullivanmua

Dress: Lulus Weddings @lulusweddings

Photography: Montana Diaries @montana.diaries

Magical Glacier National Park Elopement

We love to see happy couples eloping at Montana Treehouse Retreat and Glacier National Park. Check out some beautiful scenes of Taylor and Vince’s magical elopement. What could be more romantic than saying your “I Do’s” in Glacier National Park amongst the grand mountains and retreating back to your own private treehouse? See for yourself. Congratulations to the lovely couple Taylor and Vince!

All images courtesy of Jennifer Mooney Photography.

Interested in eloping at Montana Treehouse Retreat? We don’t charge extra for elopements. It’s our belief that you should enjoy this moment at a fair price. Check availability to plan your special day!

Outside Magazine Features Montana Treehouse Retreat

The Treehouse Mansion of Your Dreams Is in Montana

The Montana Treehouse Retreat has not one but two spiral staircases that lift you up into the treetops.

by Samantha Yadron

original article at Outside Magazine, online.

The Montana Treehouse Retreat, near Whitefish, Montana, isn’t your childhood backyard treehouse. Its creators, Kati O’Toole and Darin Robison, didn’t want their guests to trade creature comforts for time spent in nature. Their cabin is “the best of both worlds,” O’Toole says. Sleeping four, with two spiral staircases, two full bathrooms, Wi-Fi, and a full kitchen, it’s the home base you’ll need after a long day of exploring the Montana wilderness.

Nestled within 7.5 acres of secluded forest, the retreat offers city amenities like bars, restaurants, and shopping within reach—it’s a five-minute trip to Columbia Falls or Whitefish, Montana. If you bring your mountain bike or trail running shoes, the Flathead Valley provides more than 42 miles of singletrack. In summer, the Whitefish Ski Resort metamorphoses into a downhill bike park. It’s also just 30 minutes away from hiking trails in Glacier National Park via the Going-to-the-Sun Road, a can’t-miss scenic drive with views of glaciers and waterfalls.

The largest trunk in the house’s architecture, incorporated into the spiral staircase at the entrance, isn’t native to the forest. It’s a lightning-struck Douglas fir from the front yard of Robison’s late grandmother’s house in Echo Lake, Montana. When his grandma passed, excavating and repurposing the dying tree was how Robison chose to honor her. In addition to the trunk, the cabin wraps around four living trees. 

“He wanted the entrance to the treehouse to be something really magical,” O’Toole says. John Colliander, a friend of Robison’s and one of the craftsmen behind TreeWorks Log and Timber Construction, a cabin contracting company based in the area, bolted each tread of the spiral staircase.

Both artists—O’Toole writes songs and Robison is a painter, illustrator, and sculptor—put other custom touches on the treehouse.O’Toole handcrafted all the shelving and bedside tables from milled remnants of the cabin’s initial build. “Everything has a story and was made by a craftsman,” O’Toole says. “It’s a real work of art.”

Even hardcore adventurers need a soft place to land. For a place to rest after a day well spent exploring the trails, mountains, and waterways of western Montana, book here for $399 per night.

Minnie and Jason's Elopement at Montana Treehouse Retreat

We love the idea of eloping. To be honest, if I could go back, I might do it myself. Less stress, more focused on the love of the couple and making the day uniquely their own. We were honored to host Minnie and Jason and be a part of their magical elopement/wedding day and team up with the creative team of Elope Montana for the first time!

The lovely couple got ready, had their first look, took pre-wedding photos and then headed to Glacier National Park (just 30 minutes away) for the actual ceremony. After a super private and romantic ceremony, they headed back to the treehouse for some uninterrupted honeymoon bliss. See for yourself the magic that can unfold.

Contact Kati at: 406-890-9925 if you’re interested in checking out availability for your own special day.

Special Thanks to:
The Elope Montana Team!

Lindsey Jane Photography

Kate Berry Officiant: A Joyful Matrimony

Marcela Cloud: Hair/Makeup

Room Porn Features Montana Treehouse Retreat!

Staying at the Montana Treehouse Retreat

A Treehouse of Dreams near Glacier National Park

Hey all, it’s Roberto. This past week I took Carleigh & Odie on a trip up north to the great state of Montana to visit the Whitefish area. Whitefish, and the surrounding Glacier National Park has been a region we’ve been admiring from afar because of the beautiful Instagram photos our friends Justin & Travis would often post of their hometown. So we decided to visit them.

We reached out to the popular Montana Treehouse Retreat  to see if they had any nights available, and to our surprise, they did – so we booked ourselves two nights to experience treehouse living in the cozy retreat once featured on the DIY network.

Upon arrival, we had to get a picture of Odie standing in front of the treehouse, and to our delight, there was fresh snow on the ground, and the Christmas lights still adorning this magical double decker treehouse.

Nestled on a private, wooded 7 acres, this artistic architectural marvel is truly one of a kind.

As blue hour slowly creeped in, the warm light and details of the exterior came into focus, and a short sprinkling of fresh snow made for a magical scene. 

The interior of the treehouse is as cozy as it looks. Unique decor, art pieces, and fairy lights make for an attractive setting, and the live tree trunks that provide the house with structural support steal the show

The house has all the luxury amenities you need – wi-fi, a big screen TV, a heating/cooling system, dishwasher and a coffee maker. While it’s the perfect place to unwind and unplug, it is nice to have these amenities in case there is some work you need to get done, or a Netflix show you want to cozy up to.

The house has one bedroom, and 1.5 bathrooms. While the home can comfortably host a family of 4-5, we think it’s ideal for a couple looking for a romantic retreat, an artist looking for a creative retreat, or a small group of close friends.

Odie was completely in his element in the treehouse. He was excitedly running up and down the hand-built staircase, and tremendously enjoyed having 7-acres of land to run around on.

For more images of the treehouse, and your daily dose of unique places & spaces, follow Roomporn on Instagram.

Link to original Room Porn Post (with full photos and video walkthrough of treehouse):

https://roomporn.co/2019/01/16/staying-at-the-montana-treehouse-retreat/

Rustic Fairytale Elopement at Montana Treehouse Retreat

There's nothing more romantic than eloping with the one you love in Montana. Any time of year, Montana has so much to offer with it's picturesque landscapes in all seasons including winter! Elopements are so much fun as they are so much more natural, less fuss and more about the couple's love than anything else. The treehouse is the perfect setting to say your "I Do's".

Lindsey Jane Photography captured this couple beautifully at the Montana Treehouse Retreat this winter in the snow. The end result is a dreamy fairytale rustic elopement. It reminds me of scenes from Snow White, except with a cute pup and with a Montana twist. 

A treehouse, your big love and your fur baby. What more could you need? See for yourself.

Special thanks to local vendors:

Photography: Lindsey Jane Photography

Tasty Treats: Fleur Bakery

Makeup: Angela Dowda

Hair: CS Bridal Styling

Dress:  J Scott Couture

Flowers: Mums Flowers

Bride and Groom: Jana & Logan Lamm

Photo Assistant: Rebecca Schaffer

Montana Treehouse Retreat Featured on Time.com!

The 10 Most Popular Treehouses Right Now, and How Much They Cost to Rent

By MEGAN LEONHARDT 

Time.com

November 14, 2017

If the typical hotel stay is too passé, consider staying somewhere extraordinary during your next vacation—like a treehouse. 

No joke: Not just for kids anymore, treehouses are becoming a popular lodging option for travelers looking to create a memorable experience. In fact, the demand for treehouses increased more than 30% over the past year, according to vacation rental booking site HomeAway. 

Many of the most popular vacation rentals, including these treehouses, are near national and state parks, HomeAway finds. “Groups and families want to combine outdoor adventure with the comforts of staying in a home away from home,” Karen Fuller, HomeAway’s senior director of global market research, said in a statement. 

Here, we look at the 10 most popular treehouses HomeAway offers—and how much it will cost you to stay in one of these spectacular nests.

3. Luxury Montana Treehouse Retreat

Looking for unique lodgings when visiting Glacier National Park? This perch is just a short, 25-minute drive away. You enter the double-decker treehouse via a spiral staircase built around a giant Douglas fir tree. This treehouse sleeps six, with one bedroom and a large sofa bed in the living room.

Link to original article:

http://time.com/money/5018762/amazing-treehouses-rental-homeaway/

Ski Whitefish and Stay At The Montana Treehouse Retreat!

Book Your Winter Getaway at Montana Treehouse Retreat

Ski season is right around the corner in Northwestern Montana. We are scheduled to have our first significant snow with this week. Have you started dreaming up winter vacation plans? Why not have the ultimate winter vacation and pair a trip to Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort with a stay at The Montana Treehouse Retreat!

Birds eye view of The Montana Treehouse Retreat, PC: Great Northern Drones

Our luxury treehouse is just minutes from the top of Big Mountain and we would love have you stay with us! This double decker treehouse, outside of Whitefish is the perfect unforgettable weekend getaway. Our luxury treehouse is equipped with a full kitchen, dishwasher, 2 bathrooms, a full shower and sleeping quarters for up to 5 people. 

Enjoy a hot toddy on the deck or cozy up with a hot cup of coffee on your own private balcony overlooking your own private forest off of the master suite deck! 

There is no roughing it at the Montana Treehouse Retreat! You will also have your own private wooded property for an outdoor fire. There is plenty of space on the grounds for nature walks, cross country skiing and sledding for kids!

We look forward to having you stay with us this winter and can't wait to meet you!

To see more photos and read more about availability of our listing or BOOK A STAY visit our Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/18627194

Contact owner Kati at: 406-890-9925 if you have any questions or would like help booking your stay!