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Notable Acknowledgments

Don’t just take our word for it! We’ve been featured in some of the world’s largest newspapers, travel magazines, and architectural publications. See what they have to say about Artistree Home below.

Dezeen

Phoenix House sits at the base of the World's most active volcano.

This tiny guest house by designer Will Beilharz stands on a lava field on Hawaii's Big Island, and has views of the steam produced where molten rock flows into the sea.The 450-square-foot home is named Phoenix House as it is "literally rising from the ashes" of volcanic activity in the area. It is located in an off-grid community in Kalapana, at the base of the Kīlauea volcano – which has been continuously erupting since 1983...

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Lonely Planet

You can stay at this Airbnb located in Hawaii at the base of the world's most active volcano

If you feel like you’ve been playing it too cool and comfortable all your life with your stable ground conditions and not living anywhere near any volatile natural phenomena that could erupt at any moment, perhaps you would enjoy vacationing near an active volcano...

According to the listing, you are “surrounded by lava, the scene here is surreal. You are at Pele's feet...From your window, you can see the plume of smoke where the lava meets the ocean creating the newest land on earth. Smoking Volcano, Glistening Ocean, and miles and miles of dramatic black lava fields are all part of your expansive view and elemental experience here. ”Other than being surrounded by lava and ocean, the 450-square-foot house itself is adorable. It comes with a kitchenette equipped with all the amenities, bedroom loft with a queen sized bed and huge windows, living area, bathroom, and high speed Wi-Fi.

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Dwell

Experience tree-top living at one of these sustainable treehouses.

These extraordinary tree houses meld sustainable materials with hospitality design, offering an innovative and adventurous way to connect with nature.

When it comes to designing tree houses, Texas-based Artistree looks to local, natural materials for both design inspiration and construction materials. Their unique tree houses, which are thoughtfully sited for breathtaking views of the landscape, combine sustainable features with hospitality design. They create escapes that are small in size, but boast a powerful connection to the local environment. Here, we take a look at three of their most interesting tree houses including Willow & Juniper, The Lofthaven, and Playa Viva.

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New York Times

Going Out on a Limb at 30 Miles an Hour

One of the first commercial treehouse hotels was built at the end of a zipline course, reviewed by the New York Times travel in a two page spread as it breaks the mold for overnight stays

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Travel + Leisure

Here's a hot vacation deal for you. Literally.

If you feel like you’ve been playing it too cool and comfortable all your life with your stable ground conditions and not living anywhere near any volatile natural phenomena that could erupt at any moment, perhaps you would enjoy vacationing near an active volcano...

According to the listing, you are “surrounded by lava, the scene here is surreal. You are at Pele's feet...From your window, you can see the plume of smoke where the lava meets the ocean creating the newest land on earth. Smoking Volcano, Glistening Ocean, and miles and miles of dramatic black lava fields are all part of your expansive view and elemental experience here. ”Other than being surrounded by lava and ocean, the 450-square-foot house itself is adorable. It comes with a kitchenette equipped with all the amenities, bedroom loft with a queen sized bed and huge windows, living area, bathroom, and high speed Wi-Fi.


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Architectural Digest

7 Treehouse Hotels That Reach New Heights in Design

Perched atop some of the world’s most picturesque forests, these treehouse accommodations share in their unique ability to provide guests with sky-high views and luxury amenities. With features like a full bar, a fireplace, and unobstructed views of the surrounding landscape, it’s safe to say that these treehouses are far from ordinary. From the Benjamin Garcia Saxe–designed Floating House in Costa Rica to Mexico’s tubular Playa Viva hideaway, the creativity is endless when it comes to these innovative designs. Turn over a new leaf and discover these suspended resorts just in time for summer.

Resting amid the palm trees of Mexico’s flourishing landscape just north of Acapulco, this eco-friendly treehouse was constructed using sustainable materials, and provides guests with solar-generated electricity and hot water. A king bed, ocean views, and a built-in hammock make this tube-shaped residence a one-of-a-kind tropical getaway.

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Architectural Digest

This 300-square foot house in Northern California is built into a redwood tree

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Hotel Business

Summit Hotel Properties and Onera Escapes partner for glamping

Summit Hotel Properties has entered into a partnership with Onera Excapes starting with the acquisition of a 90%  joint venture interest in Onera Fredericksburg, a premium landscape hotel (glamping) asset located in Texas wine country, as well as a 90% interest in an adjacent land parcel for future expansion.

The partnership marks the first-ever standalone glamping investment from a public REIT in the segment, which has a 14% forecasted revenue CAGR from 2022-2030, and represents a major step in the maturation of the alterative accommodation market to the institutional level, according to the companies.

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