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South Carolina is more than just southern charm and warm evenings.
Head outside of South Carolina’s historic cities and you’ll find deep woods filled with ancient trees, crumbling architecture, placid bodies of water, and hauntingly beautiful scenery sure to delight any traveler with even the slightest hint of romance in their soul.
To further retreat from the mundane, try one of these gorgeous South Carolina treehouse rentals. Whether you go rustic or luxurious, cozy or roomy, you can easily find a South Carolina treehouse you’ll want to come back to time and time again. And a good place to start finding that special spot is by checking out the nine fantastic treehouse rentals in South Carolina below.
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1. The Majestic Treehouse
Why you should stay: A forest fairytale setting.
- Location: Walhalla
- Sleeps: 2
- Minimum stay: 2 nights
- Rates from: $395/night
It’s right there in the name: this treehouse definitely earns its self-proclaimed status as “majestic.” From top to bottom, it impresses. The floor-to-ceiling windows, dangling chandeliers, and antique furnishings create a comfortable place to waste away the hours playing one of the vintage board games you’ll find strewn about or listening to records. Outside, the expansive deck is a shady spot to sit with some tea in the daytime. At night, the exterior is lit by string lights and a cozy fire. A pillow-packed porch swing is yet another spot to enjoy.
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2. The Bella Luna Romantic Mountain Treehouse
Why you should stay: South Carolina Treehouse that puts the “chic” in “rustic chic.”
- Location: Mountain Rest
- Sleeps: 2
- Minimum stay: 2 nights
- Rates from: $249/night
You couldn’t find a cuter, chicer treehouse in South Carolina if you’d pulled it from the pages of your favorite home design magazine. This mountaintop treehouse leaves no detail to chance. From the rock-paved pathway leading up to the treehouse to the chandelier hanging over the large bed and champagne bucket by the table, every piece of decor and design looks like it’s from one of those upscale furniture store specializing in rustic-chic home goods. Adult-sized swings make a fun spot outside, as does a hammock, while the outdoor shower is a welcome feature on hot summer days.
A few things to note: there’s no Wi-Fi or TV, and no kids or pets allowed. Come here with someone you’re prepared to spend a lot of time with.
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3. The Stella Vista Romantic Mountain Treehouse
Why you should stay: Romantic, extra-lux treehouse escape for two.
- Location: Mountain Rest
- Sleeps: 2
- Minimum stay: 2 nights
- Rates from: $239/night
Bring the outdoors in with this expansive treehouse incorporating natural elements into the decor. The lighting fixtures take inspiration from the stars, the large shower incorporates natural stone elements, and exposed wood peeks out the home’s tiny nooks and corners.
Outside, a fire pit keeps you cozy regardless of the season, while water features (both natural and manmade) further set the mood. If you’re looking for a romantic mountain retreat with the uniqueness of a treehouse setting, you’ve found it. This is another South Carolina treehouse rental with no TV or Wi-Fi, though it is packed with games.
Check Availability4. Rustic Treehouse Camping in the Great Outdoors
Why you should stay: An option for true adventurers.
- Location: St. George
- Sleeps: 8
- Minimum Stay: 1 night
- Rates from: $80/night
Travelers who want a more remote treehouse rental in South Carolina are in luck, too. If you want to fall asleep listening to frog song and spend your days running the trails and waterways of South Carolina, lie your head at this large treehouse offered by Carolina Heritage Outfitters. Deep in the woods, the treehouse normally serves as a stopping point for travelers making the companies’ 23-mile-long self-guided canoe trip.
You’ll be equipped you with a canoe and sent down the river. After around 13 miles, you’ll arrive at your treehouse ready to welcome you and stocked with the basics. The restroom is an outhouse and, as for a shower, well, your best bet is taking a dip in the river — but if it’s an authentic backwoods experience you want, that’s exactly what you’ll get.
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5. Mid-Century Modern Treehouse
Why you should stay: Treehouse living in the city
- Location: West Columbia
- Sleeps: 2
- Minimum Stay: 1 night
- Rates from: $250/night
Love the idea of staying in a South Carolina treehouse, but not too keen on staying in the woods? Opt for this urban treehouse with the feel of an outdoor experience plus a lot of luxury just steps away from civilization. The treehouse has new and stylish furnishings and a kitchen and half bath. An expansive deck provides a place to relax, though you may instead want to chill in the hot tub or around the fire pit.
The 10-acre property also has gardens, orchards, chickens, and a beehive, so you’ll feel like you’re on a farm. But you’re within a quick drive of dining, entertainment, and shopping in downtown Columbia.
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6. A Private Island Getaway
Why you should stay: For tropical waterfront vibes.
- Location: Beaufort
- Sleeps: 2
- Minimum Stay: 3 nights
- Rates from: $150/night
While South Carolina does provide plenty of treehouses in sprawling woodland surrounds, the state also offers loads of shoreline. Take advantage of that with a stay in this South Carolina treehouse rental on its own semi-private island. You even get dock access. No boat? No worries. A kayak and paddleboard come with the place.
The island is accessible via a 2,000-foot boardwalk to the mainland, but you won’t have to walk it. Instead, you’ll have a golf cart to get you to your treehouse, where you’ll find a vibrant, tropical-themed interior that matches the palms and water just outside the front door.
Check Availability7. The Honeymoon Treehouse
Why you should stay here: Royal castle vibes at this treehouse nicer than most hotels.
- Location: Wadmalaw Island
- Sleeps: 2
- Minimum Stay: 31 nights
- Rates from: $5,346/month
When you think on some of the most important trips of your life, you probably think of your first time traveling internationally, your first trip with your kids, or maybe your honeymoon. And if you’re planning an important trip like that, you want it to be special.
Enter the Honeymoon Treehouse, which is sure to make a honeymoon (or any special trip) just a bit more memorable. The treehouse looks out over the water from a two-story wall of windows with a white-on-white on white design that’s more European elegance than Southern chic. Special touches include a skylight over the bed, chandeliers, a huge soaking tub, an outdoor shower, and a hot tub.
Need something a little less over-the-top? The property also offers the Wildflower Treehouse at a more affordable nightly rate. It has a more toned-down, boho-chic style.
Check Availability8. The Lost Treehouse of Lake Jocassee
Why you should stay: Rustic, woodsy, and charming.
- Location: Salem
- Sleeps: 2
- Minimum stay: 2 nights
- Rates from: $150/night
This South Carolina treehouse is a great choice if you’re hoping to explore the wild and wonderful wilderness of Devil’s Fork State Park or Lake Jocassee. More of a traditional treehouse than many on this list, it’s all wood, all the time, with a rustic spiraling staircase leading to the deck draped with lights. Inside, wood floors are covered in rugs and outfitted with leather furnishings. From the tree branch loft ladder to the wood bar top, it’s easy to see how this treehouse really embraces the tree theme.
Check Availability9. The Tiny House Treehouse
Why you should stay: A modern home in the trees
- Location: Campobello
- Sleeps: 4
- Minimum Stay: 1 night
- Rates from: $155/night
For being a “tiny house,” this treehouse certainly doesn’t feel tiny. The modern interior is decked out with bronze finishes, sleek accents, and stylish furnishings and fixtures, from granite countertops in the kitchen to gold-finished lighting fixtures and leather seating in the living room.
Outdoors, extra seating provides space for groups across two private acres. There’s everything you need for a comfortable stay, just slightly removed from the world. Note that you’ll have to climb a ladder to the lofted sleeping area, so make sure whomever gets that space is comfortable with moving up and down.
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