“Come, Relax, & Write Your Own Story”
Whippoorwill Retreat is a romantic, family-friendly treehouse tucked in the treetops just 20 minutes from Chattanooga.
This peaceful escape offers floor-to-ceiling views, a sunrise perch, outdoor fireplace, fire pit for lazy nights, and outdoor soaking tubs with Whippoorwill-scented salts, Alexa for music, and a chandelier.
Sleep in a suspended bed or retreat to the Canopy Suite, where a view of the stars awaits.
Write your fairytale at Whippoorwill Retreat.
The space
🌿 WHIPPOORWILL RETREAT TREEHOUSE 🌿
An Exclusive, Authentic, Private Escape in the Trees
Whippoorwill Retreat is a 544 sq. ft. off-grid, solar-powered luxury treehouse, offering a truly authentic and private experience. Surrounded by nine pristine acres of natural Whippoorwill habitat, this retreat seamlessly blends sustainability with Southern charm—featuring green products, thoughtful amenities, and artisan craftsmanship throughout.
🛎 Concierge Services & Experiences
With Amber’s unmatched treehouse concierge services, guests can enhance their stay with:
A private chef experience
In-treehouse massage
Locally curated charcuterie boards
Exclusive golf access on Lookout Mountain
Outdoor adventures & more
All services are available to book after your Airbnb reservation is confirmed via a custom link.
🌳 What to Expect at Whippoorwill Retreat
From the moment you arrive, your experience is designed for comfort and wonder. A golf cart takes you down a scenic woodland path to the treehouse, built around living trees that extend through both floors—a true treehouse in every sense.
🌟 Handcrafted & Historic Touches
Siding and beams made from 50+ year-old Southern Yellow Pine
Live edge supports, counters, shelves, and stairs crafted from a 150-year-old Eastern Red Cedar, salvaged from the Chickamauga Battlefield
Antique and upcycled furnishings, including a vintage baby bed headboard and an original Read House chair
🎒 Easy Arrival
No lugging bags up stairs—meet “Donald the Butler,” your personal dumbwaiter and luggage lift. Load it at the cart, press a button inside, and your items arrive effortlessly.
🪵 Inside the Treehouse
🛌 MAIN FLOOR
Suspended Full Bed with memory foam mattress, electric mattress pad heater, and luxury hotel-grade linens
Full Bathroom with shoulder-height windows and a rain shower for a serene forest canopy experience
Coffee & Tea Bar, complete with sugar and creamer
Fully-Equipped Kitchen: antique icebox cabinetry, microwave, under-counter fridge/freezer, toaster, dishwasher, electric griddle, hot plate, and spices (oil not included)
Dining Nook: Antique enamel table with a floor-to-ceiling view
Living Area: Leather loveseat recliner, historic Read House chair, smart TV, books, and Wi-Fi
Temperature dips? We've got you covered with:
Gas heater
Mattress pad warmers on both beds
Sherpa blankets and space heaters
🛏 CANOPY SUITE (UPSTAIRS)
Queen Bed with handcrafted cedar headboard, memory foam mattress, and electric heating pad
Private Step-Out Porch with clear roof
Overhead Sky View Window (4x6 ft) above the bed for stargazing under moonlight—no candle needed!
🌅 Outdoor Features
Entry Courtyard with cozy fire pit and s’mores provided
Wraparound Porch with access to:
Sunrise/Moonrise Perch – enjoy complimentary Georgia wine or coffee with breathtaking views
Treetop Dining Area – perfect for evening meals and morning gliders
🛁 Spa-Like Soaking Tubs
Let Alexa know you’re ready, and she’ll fill the antique outdoor soaking tubs nestled just up the trail. Robes, slippers, bath salts, and music await—plus, Alexa will drain the tubs when you're done.
💍 EVERAFTER VENUE & GATHER PAVILION
Included with every booking, this area can be used for:
Romantic dinners for two
Small gatherings
Private chef meals
Game nights or football on the projector
EVERAFTER VENUE
An intimate, magical outdoor space for up to 12 guests, designed for:
Micro weddings
Elopements
Vow renewals
Special celebrations
Featuring:
Living White Oak arch
Artisan Cedar furniture
Nature-inspired surroundings
GATHER PAVILION
Host your celebration here with:
Huge artisan cedar table with a hidden message
Fireplace
Dance area, DJ stand, and disco lights
All events are coordinated exclusively through Simmie Sue LLC, led by our beloved Amber Fralix—your personal expert for local flair and exceptional hospitality.
🔒 Privacy Policy & Tours
To ensure privacy, tours are only offered between 11am–4pm on unbooked days or turnover days.
📩 For inquiries, message us through Airbnb.
📱 See videos & photos on our socials
@WhippoorwillRetreat | #WriteYourStoryHere
Let the mountains hum, the trees whisper, and your story begin at Whippoorwill Retreat.
Guest access
You will have access to all living areas of the treehouse. Also to the "Gather" Pavilion and EVERAFTER ceremony area.
The storage closet and the Hobbit House Utility Room, and laundry area underneath are locked and not for guest use.
Other things to note
Events near us
J Fest
Bonanroo Music Festival
Riverbend Festival
Hippie Festival
Honeybee Festival
Chattanooga Market
National Day of Caves & Karst
Nightfall Concert Series
Nightfall 2024
Riverfront Nights
Candlelight: The Best of The Beatles
Make Music Day Chattanooga
Fish and Sips
Chattanooga Summer Cocktail Festival
BBQ Bash
The Walnut Street Bridge Festival
Open Gate Day at Lulu Lake
Chatt Town Tasting Festival
Ironman Race
Lookouts Baseball
Fireworks
Southeast Lineman’s Training Center Graduation
Paw Palooza
Bacon Festival
Apple Festival
Chattanooga Comic Con
