When we married in 2019, it was a beautiful kind of chaos. With 6 kids, all under the age of 7, our new "Brady Bunch" blended family was a whirlwind of logistics, chaos, laughter, and fun. We quickly learned that to navigate the madness, we needed to find a place of our own—a sanctuary to decompress and reconnect.
This led to our "planning retreats," a tradition we started once a year. These trips were our lifelines, a sacred time for just the 2 of us to reflect and dream. One year, we stayed in a secluded treehouse. We found ourselves simply cozying up, walking the grounds, talking and dreaming of the year ahead. We were surrounded by nature, yet wrapped in comfort—and it was there that we had our vision.
We imagined a future where our 6 children, with families of their own, would each have their own treehouse in a forest. A place where they could find their own space and solitude, yet still be together—gathering in one large treehouse for family dinners and memories. That feeling of having our own place to retreat and connect, was the essence of what we wanted to create.
We realized that our true respite was about intentional relaxation & reflection. As passionate mountain bikers, we've always known the power of the woods to help reflect. We also knew that for true rejuvenation, you couldn't be uncomfortable. So we decided to create the best of both worlds: a place in nature that was anything but rustic. A place where you could walk in and feel an immediate sense of calm, where every detail was taken care of so you could focus on what truly matters.
Finding the land for our dream was a journey of its own. We spent a year searching for a small, private acreage, constantly being drawn to the breathtaking 550 acres north of the Northwoods Mountain bike system—a property we kept passing with a "For Sale" sign and starry eyes. We kept telling ourselves it was too big, too ambitious. But our vision was so strong that we decided the land wasn't too big; our plans were just too small.
Once we started planning, we discovered something truly special about this location. It offers a rare paradox: the feeling of complete seclusion, while being just an eight-minute drive from the historic downtown of Hot Springs. It meant our guests could have the untamed beauty of the wilderness and the vibrant culture of the town, all in one stay.
This is the vision we brought to life at In the Trees. We’ve created the perfect getaway, where you can curate your own ultimate escape. We have done the work of planning for you—from charcuterie board delivery and private chef dinners to in-room massages and immediate access to hiking and biking trails. All you have to do is take it all in. In the Trees is more than a resort; it is a place where you can find the intentional rest we longed for, and where you can create your own stories and memories, high in the canopy.
In the Trees – Treehouse Resort
121 Blowout Mountain Rd.
Hot Springs, AR 71913
501-430-4199
Operated by: Medley & Company
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