Sylvan Float Treehouse: Our First & Sweetest Treehouse!

Hotel in Stanton

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1 bedroom
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Stanton, KY
  • Place, Red River Gorge Geological Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Red River Gorge
  • Place, Natural Bridge State Park
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Stanton

This hotel is located 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Red River Gorge Geological Area and within a 10-minute drive of Kentucky Reptile Zoo. The guestroom includes conveniences like a kitchen.

What's nearby

  • Red River Gorge Geological Area - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Kentucky Reptile Zoo - 11 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Natural Bridge State Park - 12 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Muir Valley - 20 min drive - 16.3 miles
  • Cave Run Lake - 40 min drive - 29.6 miles

Getting around

  • Blue Grass Airport (LEX) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miguel's Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Toads Barn Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Daniel Boone Coffee Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Red River Rockhouse - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪La Cabana Mexican Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Sylvan Float Treehouse: Our First & Sweetest Treehouse!

The Sylvan Float tree house is a treehouse in its purest form.  Floating above the forest floor this arboreal abode is suspended between a red oak and hickory. With a full wrap around porch and cozy lofted room, the tree house is designed for two.  Great views, fully enclosed room with heat, and a gas stove allow you to relax and feel at home after a day of exploring the gorge.  Located five minutes from the Martins Fork trail head, spectacular hiking and climbing is not far after you leave the canopy and step onto the forest floor.  Waking up in the tree tops has a magical effect you have to experience for yourself!

Please note that this treehouse is up a bumpy, sometimes muddy, gravel road.  Small two-wheeled vehicles can make it to the cabin, but four wheel drives have an easier time.  There is also a lovely 1/2 mile walking trail that connects from our main office parking lot to this treehouse, you may park there and walk up if you'd like.

- 0.2 miles to Martin's Fork Trailhead (used for Gray's Arch access)
- 0.75 miles to the Nada Tunnel
- 0.75 miles to the Red River
- 4 miles to the Daniel Boone Coffee Shop
- 6 miles to Miguel's Pizza and Natural Bridge State Park

-- Amenities --

Sylvan Float Treehouse is an off-grid backcountry cabin that does NOT have running water, but is equipped with a water jug sink, battery-powered lanterns and propane appliances.  We hope you’ll enjoy our low-tech approach to a high-quality experience during your stay!

Kitchen:  The Sylvan Float kitchen has a gas stove, French press coffee pot, cookware, dishware, soap and kitchen linens.  Above the sink you’ll find a 5-gallon water dispenser for your cooking and cleaning needs.  We supply two 5-gallon jugs of potable water during your stay.

Living/Dining:  A small kitchen table has seating for two, as does the wrap-around porch.  Don’t miss the built-in hammock on the deck!

Bathroom:  A private composting outhouse is available for our guests at Sylvan.  You are also welcome to use our guest shower and bathroom at our main office, located about 0.1 miles away, at any time during your stay.

Bedroom:  Full-size bed upstairs in the loft.  Linens provided.

Additional Amenities:  Charcoal grill, wall heater, battery powered box fan, suspended hammock in the deck, and a private fire pit.

**************NOTES**************

We are happy to host pets at Sylvan Float Treehouse and ask for an additional $50 (plus tax) non-refundable pet cleaning fee for the first pet.  Any additional pets are $25 (plus tax).

Linens are always provided for this cabin.  We will provide pillows, blankets, and bedsheets.  We will also provide kitchen towels, toilet paper, hand and dish soap.

Firewood is also available upon request.  For $25 we will deliver firewood to your fire pit.  Please be sure to mark on your reservation if you would like firewood delivery.  Please be sure to put out all fires COMPLETELY when you are finished.

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Property amenities

Outdoors

  • Firepit

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Food and drink

  • Kitchen

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  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: We do ask for an additional $50 pet cleaning fee.

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Sylvan Float Treehouse Cabin
Sylvan Float Treehouse Stanton
Sylvan Float Treehouse Cabin Stanton
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Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this hotel?

This hotel is located in Stanton, close to Red River Gorge, Red River Gorge Geological Area, and Kentucky Reptile Zoo. You'll also find Natural Bridge State Park and Graining Fork Nature Preserve nearby.

Will I be able to park at Sylvan Float Treehouse: Our First & Sweetest Treehouse!?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Is this hotel associated with a casino?

No, this hotel is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Sylvan Float Treehouse: Our First & Sweetest Treehouse!?

Couples staying at this hotel will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some guestrooms, as well as a firepit.

Does Sylvan Float Treehouse: Our First & Sweetest Treehouse! have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does this hotel provide breakfast?

No, this hotel doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Sylvan Float Treehouse: Our First & Sweetest Treehouse!?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Sylvan Float Treehouse: Our First & Sweetest Treehouse!?

Yes, every guestroom at Sylvan Float Treehouse: Our First & Sweetest Treehouse! comes with a porch.

Reviews

Sylvan Float Treehouse: Our First & Sweetest Treehouse! Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Steve J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Treehouse adventure

I feel there should have been a little more disclosure of how primitive this facility really is, starting with the drive getting in to it. If I had of driven any of my other vehicles, I'm not sure I would have been able to get to it. Having a flashlight with some batteries was not mentioned anywhere and using a battery powered fan for circulation was a little rough. I didnt remember reading about a composting toilet, but maybe the excitement of staying in a treehouse distracted me a little. Either way, staying there was an adventure, I did enjoy it, and I would recommend it to anyone, but with full transparent disclosure. If i would have been more informed and more prepared, it could have been an over the top adventure. All in all it was still a fun and relaxing adventure. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Aaron H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick get away

Great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Off grid explorer

Enjoyed the experience of a working tree house
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022