THE SPACE: EDEN TREEHOUSE
This 90 square-foot habitat is what whimsical tiny-living dreams are made of! Nestled between the trees, this retreat for two, under a tin roof adorned with wrought iron, twinkle lights, and dried flower bouquets, is sure to be the ideal “home away from home" for any nature lover! An excellent glamping environment for rest, reconnection, and romance!
TREEHOUSE DETAILS:
Upon arriving, guests will pass under the Splendor Oaks Grove and get their first glimpse of Eden, beckoning them to follow down the beaten path ahead. Her wood-slice facade greets them with the call to “ENJOY” all of her cozy comforts! Just a few steps up to her entry deck, lounge chairs provide the right spot for morning coffee to the sound of songbirds. A queen Murphy bed folds up and converts the space into a hang out spot as the creative workspace desk duos as scenic dining for two through a huge picture window. Fresh linens and hand-stitched kantha quilts are provided as well as one towel and washcloth per guest. Two cozy hammocks quickly clip into multiple configurations for a peaceful nap as dream catcher doilies and lace curtains filter the natural light of her 9 repurposed steel windows. The designer space is outfitted with games, coloring books, sudoku, quick reads and magazines. This is a year-round destination with heating and air-conditioning easily maintaining in the 70s (units swapped out according to season). All guests have access to the guest side of the grounds and amenities lounge, including a full restroom just a short two minute walk from Eden. Please be sure to read the following property information to gain a clear picture of our tiny eco-farm vision, unique amenities, communal environment, and recreational activities in our vicinity.
THE PROPERTY:
Why travel from around the world to stay at Splendor Oaks?
Our guests will tell you it's because somehow in the middle of the South’s suburbs a collaboration of passions has transformed an ordinary estate into a slice of heaven on earth! Nestled half way between the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Metro-Atlanta, the Cagle Family has taken a 35-year-old ranch and it’s 5 acres from a fixer-upper find to a DIY dreamland! A woodsy wonderland filled with one-of-a-kind dwellings and an organic mini-farm are precisely what the modern person needs to relax, reconnect and redefine their happy place! The beautiful surroundings will provide endless wonder and inspiration as the grounds cater to both an introvert’s sleepy solitude as well as communal gathering spaces for extroverts who crave new connections. While promoting eco-friendly practices and holistic healing, the environment is set up so that old-fashion traditions, such as cast-iron cooking and southern hospitality will bless the heart and heal the soul. All the spaces have been creatively designed and custom built by your hosts, Kurtis & Dayana, showcasing their ingenuity and tenacity over the last 3 years of development. Hit the unwind button and come see for yourself; the faster you get here, the sooner you can change your pace to calm and carefree!
While the initial soft launch was slated for 2020, 2019 has proved to be the year of GO! When purchasing the property in 2016, the long-term vision was to eventually become a private events facility when the kids had left the nest. For seven years Dayana was one of Atlanta’s premier wedding photographers and owning the perfect unique venue has always been a life-long goal. After many seasons of photography & travel adventures it was time to hang up the camera and pick up a hammer and a paint brush! Slowly the main house was restored and the renovation odds and ends shaped themselves into a whimsical treehouse! With Eden Treehouse catching everyone’s attention, a larger dream was born to expand housing suitable for a small bridal party! What exactly do you call a place that is a farm, a gathering space, a homestead, and a “hotel” for travelers seeking a unique stay? Splendor Oaks!
This year the vision grew simultaneously bigger yet “tiny”! After adding in the Stay Bird B&B, a converted school bus, in late 2018 a need amongst the “less is more” tiny-living movement was brought to the Cagle’s attention: those who decide to go “tiny” do not always have access to a build site, the necessary tools, or willing, able and knowledgable hands to accomplish the construction of a micro-build. So that led to the addition of the Van & School Bus Conversion Pitstop aspect of the property. Under the guidance of Kurtis’ skilled builder talent and resourcefulness, the average “Joe” and “Jill” can build their dream home! For anyone interested in downsizing, especially those considering embarking on a DIY build, this place not only offers the tiny-living experience but the added bonus of observing what it takes to build your own petite residence. Pushing the “think outside the box” envelope is specialty around here, so the new 2020 vision is to add in different “tiny-living” formats for guests to experience the full spectrum of minimalistic options. Coming soon: Tiny House B&B, Yurt B&B, Container Home B&B, Castaway B&B and more nature-inspired treehouses!
SETTING & GUEST AMENITIES:
Acres of relaxation and the tranquility of trail walks underneath the canopy of beautiful white and red oaks, as well as a forest hardwood and pine trees will ground any restless spirit. Trail friendly, closed-toe shoes are HIGHLY recommended for our unlevel terrain, as well as rain boots if the weather forecast calls for showers. Songbirds sing and soar amongst white-tailed deer that roam free and drink at our boundary creek that flows into Lake Allatoona which is only a 1-minute car-ride to Little River Marina, where the hit Netflix series Ozark is actively filmed.
The main house basement has a guest lounge with various amenities. Prior to your stay, please note the following and plan accordingly:
-The kitchenette offers a microwave, single cooktop burner, coffee station, and a mini fridge, but NO SINK or running water. Please label your food and only use what belongs to you.
-The COMMUNAL BATHROOM features a vintage cast-iron clawfoot tub and copper penny floor. This is the ONLY restroom available to ALL PROPERTY guests. Please respect your fellow guests and keep your showers eco-friendly and efficient (under 10 mins)! A “booking” board is located outside the washroom door if your visit requires you to stick to a scheduled agenda, simply sign up there for a time-slot. For the guests looking to embrace the benefits of cold-therapy, a cedar outdoor shower is located just outside the guest lounge and is opened May through October.
-The Traveler B&B room is located inside the main house, accessible only through the lounge. In order to honor this guest’s stay, the billiards, games, TV and kitchenette amenities will be closed from 10pm-8am. Restroom will remain available throughout the night but please enter in a quiet and respectful manner.
EATS:
Bring a cooler with your own food for the grill station and cast-iron campfire or shop the front porch fresh market! Splendor Oaks grows seasonal vegetables -even winter greens- that are 100% organic and delicious! The free-range chickens provide fresh eggs daily and guests can enjoy honey from our on-site honey bee apiary! The culinary mushroom meadow fruits seasonally providing gourmet shiitakes and oyster mushrooms! Food doesn't get more local and wholesome than this and guests can support the farm by purchasing the current harvest for their meals! Should your forget something, the grocery store is one mile down the road. If you would rather order in your meals, we have a list of delivery dining options as well as local favorites that are just a 15 minute Uber ride to lively Downtown Woodstock or quaint Downtown Canton. “JD’s at the Lake” is also open seasonally at Ozark film site.
Interaction:
INTERACTION:
The Cagle Family is honored to have you as their special guest! Respecting your privacy and need for respite is the highest priority. With a love of going the extra mile to make your stay unforgettable they live by the motto “Guest gets the best and soul finds it’s rest”! They both work full time on-site and live in the main house with their two boys, but there is no doubt you will spot them around the farm during your stay. They hope to engage with every guest on a genuine level and will host the occasional communal dinners to encourage guests to mix and mingle. Please let them know if you will be celebrating a special occasion during your stay or desire a more solitary experience. Also, at this time, please make them aware of any special needs you may have.
RELEASE WAIVER:
Splendor Oaks is under 24-hour video surveillance. Each B&B space has a set of locking keys and the individual guest is responsible for securing their personal belongings. This is due to the potential risks associated with forest and farm settings, as well as nature of a property that is still in development stages. Woodland wildlife encounters (deer/snakes/insects), all interactions with our domestic pets and barnyard animals/apiary colonies, all have associated risks that guests must assume. In order to ensure all guests have an unforgettable and safe stay, Splendor Oaks guests consent by booking to agreement of use of surveillance camera, to abide by house rules as well as release the property and owners from any and all liability for the duration of their entire time on the property.
-Please note our listing is intentionally very thorough and clear as to our amenities. We adhere to the Strict No Refund Policy, should you arrive and change your mind for any reason.
