As adventure seekers, we love experiencing new things and staying in unique accommodations. And you can’t get much more unique than staying in a luxury Tree House hotel room! When we checked into Historic Banning Mills we knew that we were going to be staying in a Tree House, but neither of us had stayed in one before so we didn’t really didn’t know what to expect. After checking in, the reception staff escorted us to our room. When we arrived the first thing we noticed was that we had to walk across a suspension bridge to get to the Tree House. This alone was was pretty cool, but once we opened the door we were immediately blown away.
Who Wouldn’t Want to Stay in a Tree House Hotel Room? – Historic Banning Mills
The Tree House’s at Historic Banning Mills have everything you would want in a quality lodging experience, in fact, you won’t miss out on any comforts while staying in the tree house. The entire Tree House sits about 30 feet in the air, and is built around a single tree. At times you may feel the Tree House sway, either with the breeze or when someone walks across the suspension bridge. No worries though because these structures are extremely sturdy.
Historic Banning Mills is a an Eco-Friendly Adventure Resort
The proceeds from the activities and lodging at Historic Banning Mills goes to the conservation of the area and preserving the history. Being an eco-friendly resort, the Tree Houses at Historic Banning Mills were designed and constructed to compliment nature. They have gone the extra mile to not cut any corners to make sure that the trees are safe and will continue to grow while supporting the Tree House structure.
Luxurious Amenities in the Tree House
As soon as you open the door you are filled with a sense of relaxation; being in the trees tends to do that. The cozy and comfortable feel of the Tree House hits you right away. Some would think that by staying in a Tree House you may have to sacrifice some of the luxuries of a normal lodging experience, but not here.
Beyond the comfortable kind size bed, our tree house had plenty of space to spread out. There was also plenty of seating and a table with chairs so that we could plan out our exciting day zip lining! The tree house also had a full bathroom (complete with a flushing toilet, in case you were wondering) as well as a large jacuzzi tub; perfect to soak those tired muscles after a full day of zip lining, free falls, and treacherous sky bridge crossings.
You can watch our GoPro video of our zip lining adventure at Historic Banning Mills!
Additional amenities in the tree house includes a cozy gas fireplace for those winter months, as well as a microwave and mini fridge. Our tree house also had a mounted flat screen TV and a DVD player. This was a great feature because in the main lodge they have a selection of DVDs to choose from, so we were able to relax and watch a movie in our tree house that night. We loved it! Last (but not least) our tree house had a wonderfully large outdoor balcony that overlooked the forest. If you want, you can actually pre-arrange for a candlelight dinner on your balcony at night! This is definitely not your childhood tree house!
Amenities for all Lodge Guests at Historic Banning Mills
A great perk to staying at the Lodge at Historic Banning Mills is the complimentary breakfast buffet each morning. With fruit, yogurt, eggs, sausage, bacon, grits, coffee and a variety of juices, this is a hearty meal that will keep you going through your day of outdoor adventure! Breakfast is served in the main Lodge with stunning views out the windows of nature all around you. It’s really a great way to start your day!
Beyond the adrenaline pumping outdoor adventures that surround you at Historic Banning Mills, they also offer more relaxing amenities. There is a spa onsite that offer a variety of treatment options, from massages and facials. This is a wonderful way to unwind. Taking a dip in the pool is a great way to cool off in the Georgia summer, or just relax after a physical day of hiking or zip lining through the trees. Beware that there may be someone zipping above the pool through the trees. But don’t worry, they will not drop into the pool with you!
We also enjoyed relaxing at the main lodge building at Historic Banning Mills. Originally one of the mill buildings in the area, it sadly burned down a few years back. But luckily the owners decided to rebuild, and they did their best to replicate the old building and maintain the ambiance and history. It is a truly beautiful building and is a great place to kick back and relax.
There are plenty of couches for sitting next to the fireplace or windows, as well as good ol’ fashioned wooden rocking chairs to that overlook the beautiful grounds of Historic Banning Mills. You may sit inside and gaze out the windows, or head out to one of the balconies that overlook Snake Creek. From here you can also watch people gliding above you on the zip lines. It is a cool way for those who don’t want to partake in the extreme adventures to be able to watch their friends and family.
Other Room Options at Historic Banning Mills
Besides their new Tree Houses, Historic Banning Mills offers many other types of lodging options. There are 12 Creek Side Overlook Rooms, 11 Pine Log Cabin Rooms, 5 Cozy Efficiency Cottages, 20 Economy Lodge Rooms, and 5 Full Size Log Cabins. There is something for everyone here at Historic Banning Mills. In addition, there is an RV park across the Snake Creek which is connected to the main lodge with trails and bridges. While staying at the RV park doesn’t include breakfast, you are still close to the action and it’s a great option for those who enjoy to bring their vehicle and camp.
The Coolest Tree House Hotel Room We’ve Stayed In!
We will never forget our first time staying in a tree house at Historic Banning Mills. Beyond the beautiful natural setting, the room was very comfortable and had everything that we needed. The service of the staff was top notch and all the amenities surpassed our expectations. The Tree House experience is one that we will not forget and we definitely hope to return in the future.
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** We want to thank Historic Banning Mills for hosting our most recent visit. As always, opinions on our site are solely our own.
