10/10 Excellent
Sivanesparan S.
13 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Sivanesparan S.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Cabin
Deluxe Tree House 1 Hour from Toronto
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 216.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Blackstock, ON
- Port Perry Waterfront13 min drive
- Port Perry Fair Ground15 min drive
- Great Blue Heron Charity Casino23 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchenette
About this property
Deluxe Tree House 1 Hour from Toronto
Surrounded by nature, this 2 room cabin is perfect for a romantic getaway. Cantilevered over the valley in a beautiful forest, the large windows and screened in porch put you in the crown of the trees. The house was owned by iconic Canadian "Father Goose" Bill Lishman, the inspiration for "Fly Away Home".
If the treehouse is booked for your requested date, please checkout the lodge listing on this same property.
The space
The tree house cabin is isolated on a ridge with no visible neighbours. Most of the year vehicles can drive right to the treehouse followed by a short 50 meter walk up a hill. In the winter you will need to hike back through the woods and we can deliver your bags by snowmobile. The treehouse consists of a main living/sleeping room (with a small washroom) and a large screened in porch overlooking the valley. Power is supplied by solar panel and wind turbine, enough for lighting and to charge devices. Located on the Oak Ridges Moraine, the location is perfect to escape from the city. For those who wish to hike, snowshoe or mountain bike there are many trails through the surrounding forests. A small woodstove (firewood supplied) provides warmth and a place to heat the kettle.
A park-style barbeque is supplied (wood available) and a picnic table/bench for outdoor meals.
* It is very important to note you will be responsible for feeding the wood stove. Wood is provided. Fire will be lit before you arrive but you must keep adding wood.
Guest access
On request and depending on availability, guests may be offered a tour of the unique Lishman earth integrated underground home, featured on many television programs, YouTube videos and Canadian Geographic and Hello Magazine.
Other things to note
The climb to the treehouse is short, but quite steep. Appropriate footwear is recommended.
If the treehouse is booked for your requested date, please checkout the lodge listing on this same property.
The space
The tree house cabin is isolated on a ridge with no visible neighbours. Most of the year vehicles can drive right to the treehouse followed by a short 50 meter walk up a hill. In the winter you will need to hike back through the woods and we can deliver your bags by snowmobile. The treehouse consists of a main living/sleeping room (with a small washroom) and a large screened in porch overlooking the valley. Power is supplied by solar panel and wind turbine, enough for lighting and to charge devices. Located on the Oak Ridges Moraine, the location is perfect to escape from the city. For those who wish to hike, snowshoe or mountain bike there are many trails through the surrounding forests. A small woodstove (firewood supplied) provides warmth and a place to heat the kettle.
A park-style barbeque is supplied (wood available) and a picnic table/bench for outdoor meals.
* It is very important to note you will be responsible for feeding the wood stove. Wood is provided. Fire will be lit before you arrive but you must keep adding wood.
Guest access
On request and depending on availability, guests may be offered a tour of the unique Lishman earth integrated underground home, featured on many television programs, YouTube videos and Canadian Geographic and Hello Magazine.
Other things to note
The climb to the treehouse is short, but quite steep. Appropriate footwear is recommended.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Scugog
Scugog is home to this cabin. Summerlea Golf Club and Ocala Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Purple Woods and Burkton Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park or Tribute Communities Centre.
Blackstock, ON
What's nearby
- Port Perry Waterfront - 13 min drive - 13.7 km
- Port Perry Fair Ground - 15 min drive - 14.8 km
- Ontario Tech University - 21 min drive - 21.9 km
- Canadian Tire Motorsport Park - 22 min drive - 24.2 km
- Great Blue Heron Charity Casino - 23 min drive - 24.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Tim Hortons - 12 min drive
- Old Flame Brewing Co - 12 min drive
- The Bargain Store - 13 min drive
- Mi Pueblito Lindo
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
8.0/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Krysta B.
21 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private and immersed in nature
Krysta B.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Emily E.
2 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cool property!
Emily E.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cory L.
26 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mr&Mrs. Liidemann
Cory L.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
About the host
Hosted by Michael Coit
This unique property is where famous Canadian sculptor, filmmaker, author and ultralight pioneer William Lishman lived. The Hollywood movie "Fly Away Home" is based on his life and adventures raising Geese and imprinting them to fly with his ultralight aircraft. The Tree house was built for him as a space to get away and write, design or just relax and play some poker with friends. It is a lovely space with an incredible view, though technically not a "tree house" it is built on a steep hill and feels like you are living in the trees.
Why they chose this property
This is a very quiet property removed from the noise and chaos of modern urban or suburban life, no close neighbours to hear or judge you!
What makes this property unique
This beautiful property on the oak ridges moraine has rolling hills and a gravel pit that was used to excavate earth for the Port Perry causeway. It has several km of trails through pine, cedar and mixed hardwood forest. The trails are interspersed with hidden sculptures made by various artists, and a runway with the ultralight aircrafts used for the film. At the top of the hill is a unique underground home designed and build by William Lishman, Tours are available on request.
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