Stunning Ultra Tiny Tree House with Modern Interior Design - FULL CABIN TOUR

Full tour of a tiny luxury treehouse! The Birdhouse Retreat is a 160 square foot treehouse that was self-built by a custom home builder in Chilliwack BC. It's perched 12 feet off the ground and it's perfectly nestled in a grove of cedars. The interior design has beautiful attention to detail and there isn't a single wasted inch of space in here.
You can follow and find out more about The Birdhouse Retreat in Chilliwack BC:
/ bctreehouse
www.airbnb.com/h/thebirdhouseretreat
The treehouse has a functional entrance with hooks and shelves for storing coats and shoes, the full kitchen has loads of storage for food and dishes, the book nook has a cozy love seat that folds out into a guest bed, and the loft bedroom has a Queen-sized bed with two big skylights for stargazing. The water closet has a toilet, and the outdoor shower is below the house and it's fully functional year-round.
Access to the house is via a cable suspension bridge that bounces as you walk along it to accentuate the feeling of being elevated off the ground.
This is a very cool space and we're so glad that we got to meet up with Ben to see how he managed to design and build such a unique and functional tiny space.
Thanks for watching!
Mat & Danielle
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CREDITS
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Music & Song Credits:
All music in this video was composed, performed, and recorded by Mat of Exploring Alternatives.
Editing Credits:
Mat and Danielle of Exploring Alternatives
Filming Credits:
Mat and Danielle of Exploring Alternatives
Extra build footage provided by Ben from The Birdhouse Retreat
#treehouse #tinyhouse #microcabin

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thanks for watching! You can follow The Birdhouse Retreat here: instagram.com/bctreehouse/ www.airbnb.com/h/thebirdhouseretreat

[@johnwolf2829]

Interesting design, I especially like how you changed the closet on the fly! :D And the exterior is just about perfect. I have never seen such a well-finished Tiny House, period, and having this in your portfolio ought to be a major plus! However.... I think if you went 10% larger you would have a much more enjoyable final product. The hot-plate in a drawer is one thing, but an exterior shower? In Washington State?? Not sure how the girls will feel about that. Also concerned about the AC unit right there on the bed, and the lack of blinders for the skylights. As for the footbridge.... heh, who amI kidding, I would have done exactly the same thing! :D But the thing that got me was you mentioning wasted space while you appear to be standing IN wasted space! If I ever go this way, I would install a front door that opens OUTwards.

[@rndmparker561]

What s dream space. I always lived in a tree in my childhood dreams. This is the real catcher.

[@wownewstome6123]

Unique and beautiful inside and out! Wonder if he has plans to add a bathroom sink. I see two types that may work: one is in video "Tip Up Folding Boat Sink" As you fold it into the wall, it drains through a drain tucked inside the wall. The second is the 'over the tank' type, so your wash water becomes the flushing water. Better than flushing with drinking water! Personally, I would also want to see EM exits from the loft and downstairs area He did an amazing job. Just beautiful!

[@luciatinacarino8273]

sooo nice

[@adamo.1319]

Is this attached to a tree? This is a very cool tiny house or cabin but it's not a treehouse! Just my opinion!

[@borasca0107]

WoW. The exterior looks so tiny and the inside of this house is huge! That's what I call magic! I love every tiny detail in and out. What an amazing job!

[@andrewsilvia7773]

I agree, it looks big it has to be the high ceiling, it's incredible

[@goead]

Reminded me of your mother.

[@giovannicorraliza4393]

creativity* would be better wording than magick. and being bless

[@Rtyhnn]

@@goead 😂😂😂

[@cocoa9054]

You are right it is magic it's absolutely beautiful I wish I can build one

[@cvmitchell9368]

If he did this with a treehouse, I can't imagine what his custom homes look like. Gorgeous!!!

[@okkj2075]

But where do you take a dump?

[@bell.a.d0nna]

@@okkj2075 The toilet...?

[@okkj2075]

@@bell.a.d0nna and where does all the doo doo go

[@cvmitchell9368]

@@bell.a.d0nna I guess we're the only one's who watched the video all the way through LOL.

[@wownewstome6123]

@@okkj2075 I'm sure there is a septic tank system or a normal sewer system.

[@jamesboucher6474]

You did an amazing job, the place is incredible.

[@readygi]

I'm so proud of this guy for doing such a good job building this and being so humble and grounded. This was really inspiring.. makes me want to go get woodworking tools

[@kattihatt]

Youre proud of someone youve never even met? Thats... kinda weird.

[@dirtysanchez941]

Yes.

[@readygi]

@@kattihatt it's called empathy. you should try it sometimes, its quite nice.

[@kattihatt]

@@readygi you must have a close relation to a person in order to be proud of him/her.

[@charlottesmom]

@@kattihatt , Why the heck is that weird to you...? I'm proud of many people I've never met. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@Satsujiki]

I think this is the best house I've ever seen in my life.

[@davidsheppard1362]

It's amazing that this guy built this by himself.

[@chamselbach9786]

I loved this treehouse, very minimalistic, space was well used. 10/10. Loved the railing, very well done.

[@Monster_Mover_Stocks]

This guy's attention to detail is nothing short of amazing. I'd love for him to build one of these for me. It's tough to imagine someone living there full-time due to the lack of living space. Now a 300 square foot treehouse design would be perfect though.

[@erikscott5709]

We, he almost certainly has a workshop space for, you know, work. Also, I haven't finished the videio yet (bad me!) but his consistent use of "you" just screams "VRBO".

[@dirtysanchez941]

Agreed. He's interesting to listen to.

[@crazifyit]

You can tell he is renting this. The hotel robes were a dead giveaway.

[@erikscott5709]

@@crazifyit Oh, and the pinned link to airbnb, so there's that.

[@jcs6206]

guys, his was a 10+ minute commercial for his airbnb... no one lives there. It's safe to assume he's making real decent money off of it because of the niche factor and it being so nice.

[@JustHeAndMe7733]

Creatively and gorgeously built. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@earthmamma85]

This place is beautiful. I love it. He’s very talented and so chill.

[@josedacunhafilho]

I normally have a critical eye for projects like this, catching things that displease me. But this one here is absolutely perfect. Perhaps the AC so close to the bed is the only thing I would rethink, but nothing else. Amazing!

[@SkoolieBoyQue]

Gorgeous home. Must be built exclusively for AIRBNB. I couldn't see anybody living here full time with that kitchen. Still a nice place. 👌🏾

[@VermilionLotus]

It's definitely a vacation spot. It would be very hard to live in full-time.

[@ahxishwe5664]

Not a single bit tiny. It is so beautifully blended into the forest.

[@m4gs.]

Placing the shower underneath the house was a really clever idea. It does take a lot of space if it's inside.

[@Miguel195211]

What craftsmanship!

[@LordTimelord]

Awesome! All he's missing is the Ewok traps for the Stormtroopers!

[@POOCHIESCLOSET]

That suspension bridge took my breath away.

[@GoFarFarAway.]

Mr. Bear climbs tree and hops over for a bite ;) cool tree house!!!

[@Perfect_Storm2579]

Beautiful. I would prefer the shower inside too ,but it is a very nice tree house. The loft with the windows above is awesome I bet it looks beautiful at night.

[@mediaproductionpro]

One of the better tiny homes I’ve ever seen

[@Solarplex100]

Would have loved to have seen more night time shots of this house! Looks so peaceful.

[@lindylindybasicoceangirl]

…so well appointed…love the railings…truly cozy

[@brentdobson1939]

Brilliant Thoughtful Charming Design... with masterful esthetics... through the trunk.....throughout the space ....and through the roof .

[@jennygarguena155]

This is the most beautiful tree house I’ve seen. I would really love to stay there. 😌

[@didndido3638]

You can. It's a rentable on airbnb.

[@thebyrd7850]

On the build: Well done, young man! Also, on the décor: Bravo!

[@eommablink6478]

Wow! What a beautiful tiny tree 🌳 house 🏠. It is very functional and spectacular 😀!

[@scdobserver835]

Beautifully designed and built.

[@caterinacatina]

It's so nice seeing you! I remember I used to look forward to your dance analyses on every SCD video! Hope you've been doing well!

[@scdobserver835]

@@caterinacatina Hope you are well too. 👍🏻

[@thomas351]

one of the smallest but most livable tiny "homes" I have ever viewed could truly be a home for a single person ...congratulation to the builder designer an excellent production as well

[@charlottesmom]

Agreed, It's a nice open concept that I adore, some tiny houses can seem pretty cramped.

[@mikehunt6107]

Another air B&B

[@PDogB]

Wow, look at the talent this young man has! Very impressive! Only 1 item I would change or clarify if this were my house. I have no building experience so not sure how feasible it would be. So, I can't tell which windows open and didn't see any screens over them. I would def need those upstairs windows to open and the house to have cross breeze ability. Just me, I need fresh air and love to listen to the natural sounds.

[@PeteAxeShields]

Remarkable design. Fabulous use of space. An amazing place to live.

[@emmamontagna802]

I love the exterior look of a bird house. The green cabinets in the kitchen are my favorite pieces of the interior.

[@aldralee]

What an impressive skill set. Dude is talented!

[@pauljakeman]

This is truly AMAZING build. He should be really proud of it! Well done Ben!

[@dirtysanchez941]

Just, WOW!! This is just one of the most amazing build's I've ever seen. Bravo!! The outdoor shower made me cry with joy. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💫❤️

[@rickrogers4990]

This man Engineering and architect and construction his home in a tree by himself WOW WOW

[@helenvwalker7919]

Beautiful!

[@grateful7839]

Really well done. Calm voice comes from the environment you have created. Way to go.

[@christinaanthony7531]

I want one!!! The builder is a true artist, stellar super small space designer, and exceptional builder of beautiful, yet perfectly functional tree houses, wow!

[@phanneebutrabamrung73]

Great job.I am so appreciated 😀

[@svetusik72]

Nice work! Quality and detail are outstanding!

[@tesseract4187]

What a beautiful home! One of my favourites from what I've seen so far...

[@janettawallace3722]

This tree house is very unique. I love the layout.

[@casadekids]

absolutely gorgeous!! Very well thought out and planned. (Assuming the bedroom has an opening window, I could move in tomorrow).

[@buildfixflip]

Love the feather art, the railing, the green cabinets, everything. Stunning. Wonderful job!

[@veronica0406]

Lovely build. The only thing I would change is the air conditioning location. Really beautiful!

[@littlenest]

Its so unexpectedly spacious on the inside! Amazing work!!

[@juanpanordo5375]

LOVE THAT TINY HOUSE SO MUCH!!!!

[@mwmentor]

Nice… not sure about the outside shower and the AC location… so couple of things, but I really like the concept… very cool 😎

[@jaymay5815]

Yeah, its very cute but im extremely unsure about the outside shower.

[@valerief1231]

The finishes are outstanding, looks like a million bucks. I did think there was an elevator under the house, lol, just wishful thinking, should have known it was the coolest shower ever!

[@DarkFlames42]

The window above the bed is such a great touch to an already amazing home. Wow good job 👏

[@beautoxxbeautoxx]

Holy crap! Attention to detail is fantastic! Beautiful design, gorgeous layout and man❤️😏

[@littlecookingtips]

Really gorgeous work! One of the most beautiful tree houses ever. The only thing we might've changed would be the positioning of the a/c unit, to avoid direct contact with the cold/hot air. Other than that, it's perfect!

[@alexlarson833]

Fantastic tree house!!! Congrats on the build Ben 👍👍👍

[@tanyanoble1553]

What a beautiful tiny home. I wish I could afford one. I love it

[@maryshaver129]

Love everything about this. The layout is original and reasonable. Really nice. Thanks for sharing it.

[@iteerrex8166]

One of the best tiny houses!

[@treehugnhipi3765]

a really magical little place... truly stunning in and out. 💕

[@sandraslate7043]

I’m in love with this place!

[@fribelenesoliven4305]

So beautiful, well organized and all spaces used wisely. I love your magical tree house.

[@essietangle9931]

Very special, love the outdoor shower!

[@PhiltonPhillips]

VERY cool! Thanks guys!

[@bbjj2867]

That tree house is awesome

[@naryah22]

What a beauty, well done.

[@hhspore]

One word Stunning ! you are a genius builder.

[@balindadrouin-holyk3552]

Absolutely beautiful and well planned out!! I love the suspension bridge and exposed rafters!!! One thing I would personally change is the toilet..., I've seen a toilet with mini sink on the back tank, that way you can wash your hands and not need to use the kitchen sink.

[@conniebrown3717]

I would want a second shower in the treehouse. The ideal of showering in the cold doesn't work for me. 😄

[@suzzetteturnbull9535]

Stunning home. Creatively designed. It looks more spacious than 160 sq ft. Maybe because if the high ceilings.

[@yorukkizigeziyor]

Beautiful House 😍

[@Ellomarshall50]

You are a talent my friend. This is amazing!

[@netteleverett4871]

Amazing!!! This build is UBER NICE!!!🌟🌟🌟💎

[@WONDERCS]

every detail is immaculate this is sick

[@albewillbuild]

The Best! Beautiful and Amazing.

[@OnestrandCo]

Man I bet he is a great husband his attention to detail is amazing !!!

[@BryanB0308]

Stellar creative build. As an architect, Kudos to your work.

[@maryannterry2147]

It's beautiful! having this tiny house surrounded by trees🌴 I love it.

[@richardanderson490]

Hello Mary

[@travelsouvenirs6027]

Tasteful n practical designs. Fabulous!

[@clintstinytrailerconversio5560]

Wonderful video interview and reveal! Love this tiny tree house. Love the suspension bridge.

[@travellerforyou5283]

Wow ....never seen before such beauty tree house 😊 Superb job done seems to be straight from heart of builder❤

[@charlottesmom]

Compared to the tree houses dad built us when we were kids this is a mansion! 😆

[@kristinecrowley8321]

This is so beautiful and well thought out!

[@sagittariusviking8473]

Everything with this house is amazing!

[@theweatherisaokay4964]

Love every parts of it, outside looked country but inside looks modern and clean.🥰

[@michaelsmith9308]

Absolutely stunning!

[@xM4XT0Nx]

stunning views

[@joesmania]

That is so beautiful!! One thing I wish you'd include on the video production end is what the builders or owners had to go through to get their Building Permits, & ultimately their Certificate of Occupancy.. I'd appreciate that on every alternative build you showcase. It would be different for different types of building, and also in different States, Counties, & Towns, so it wouldn't be the same every time & feel repetitive.. To include this info would also encourage people by taking the mystery out of these processes, & showing them it's not as difficult as they may have imagined it to be.. That's my elevator pitch. Hope you at least consider it... 😎👍

[@markman63]

Not sure where you live but here in America, land of the free, you can just build whatever you want to

[@gooodies4u1]

That's not true. You need permits to build. Even extensions on your own home and land. It's no free for all for building or land

[@marvanbee]

Story of a carpenter: always building for people but never paid enough to have your own home. I love this build.

[@charlottesmom]

That stinks!! Talented carpenters should get paid premium for their work.

[@marieroldan4827]

I absolutely love this Tree house. Everything is so thought out & planned perfectly. This guy has an eye for detail. I wonder if you could put something like this on wheels when I retire I want to build a tiny house on wheels and I just absolutely love this. Can't wait to see what you built next 🙂

[@Mark-id7fq]

Amazing space! Well done!

[@2ndTim3_1-6]

What an amazing build and a humble guy.

[@jahanas22]

I love that. It’s got a cozy feel to it.

[@johnberry8117]

Beautiful tiny house! Great job!

[@BorgWolf359]

This is absolutely awesome! Great job!

[@Mrs.Silversmith]

Beautiful building.

[@rosalynsookoo362]

So brillantly done great job love your birdtop tree house among nature

[@PhilipSteeves]

Charming and beautifully built!

[@sheilae.535]

classy tiny house! so gorgeous ❤️

[@fawwadshafi9555]

Love it. Thank God for the flushing toilet. Can see myself living there.

[@glaizaenriquez6858]

Beautiful . This is my dream tree house since i was a kid ❤️

[@kungmarkatta2000]

Amazing and beautiful house. I would love to live there full time!