When we were kids, treehouses provided a leafy, adult-free respite from parents, school and siblings. And now that we're grown-ups, they're still a great way to get away from it all. The amazing tree-top abodes and castles carved from wood, seen below, offer a whimsical way to get in touch with our inner kid.
Totally Amazing Treehouses
This rustic dwelling brings new meaning to the term "root cellar".
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Grandpa is pleased as punch with his ramshackle, wood scrap house. His grandchildren? Not so much.
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Seriously, how does this even happen?
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With the economy in a slump, even some treehouse construction projects are being shelved
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Here's a little known bit of American history: When the pioneers finally made it out to the wild west they re-purposed those covered wagons and turned them into treehouses. Who knew our ancestors were so darn green!?
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That palm tree is desperate to get closer to this lovely grouping of beach front treehouse bungalows.
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Cindy Lou Who, proud first time home buyer.
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The only thing better than a tree yurt is a tree yurt complete with icicle lights.
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Hollowed out, with love.
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Hey redwood, why you look so grumpy and forlorn? Oh! You don't like being turned into a house and having people all up in your insides?
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For more sky-high living, check out these tremendous treehouses!
