For overnight guests who would enjoy the unique
experience of 'sleeping in the trees,' the Tree House Bungalow at
Turpentine Creek is the perfect escapade.
Situated near one of our smaller habitat areas, the Tree
House Bungalow is built on stilts, is about 15' from the ground, and is
reached via a stairway up to the wraparound deck. It is secluded in a
grove of trees, but a view of cats is readily available from the back
and one side of the deck; a view of the scenery is available from the
front and other side.
Although very small, it offers a full-sized refrigerator
and stove, plus a sink, microwave oven, and coffee maker on the main
floor, which also contains a small table/booth and a clicker sofa. A
cable TV is mounted near the ceiling in one corner, which can be viewed
from all parts of the interior. The view outside is open to the windows
on three sides.
Tucked under the eaves are two single-size sleeping
pallets, which are accessible via the drop-down staircase. Guests need
to be aware that the staircase will need to be returned to its position
in order to open the clicker sofa on the 'main floor.' The small
bathroom includes a shower stall, but no full tub.
This fun and quaint structure is the perfect escape for
those who enjoy cozy comfort and the unique experience of sleeping near
the treetops. It is just the right thing for young couples and those
with older children having an adventuresome spirit (because of its
structure and location, we cannot allow children under the age of 5).
As with all of the accommodations at Turpentine Creek,
part of the appeal of an overnight stay is hearing the lions and tigers
calling to each other throughout the night and waking to the quiet magic
of big cats starting their new day.
Send Donations to:
Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge
239 Turpentine Creek Lane
Eureka Springs, AR 72632
479.253.5841
tigers@turpentinecreek.org
