Semi-Rustic Stay for Outdoor Adventure Enthusiasts
Located at EarthJOY Tree Adventures, our converted Skoolie offers a secluded escape with:
🛏️ Queen bed, & futon couch (sleeps 2 adults + 2 kids under 12 comfortably)
🐾 Fenced yard for kids & dogs
💧 Running water, fridge, stove, & sink
🚿 Outdoor shower + incinerator toilet
🔥 Fire pit & picnic area inside a tobacco barn
🌲 285 acres of trails, creeks & exploration
The space
🌿 Looking for a unique, off-the-grid nature escape?
Stay in our renovated school bus (“Schoolie”), tucked halfway inside a historic Kentucky tobacco barn at EarthJOY Treehouse Village!
Note: This is an immersive nature experience with hills and steps— best for adventurous spirits.
If you love magic, trails, and unplugging, you’ll thrive here.
🚌 About the Space
• Best for 2 adults + 2 kids under 12
• Heads up: This is a SCHOOL BUS — not ideal for tall guests unless you’re adaptable
• Located inside a tobacco barn – enjoy the rustic scent of old wood and expect a dirt floor, which may lead to some dust
• Well-heated and cozy in cooler weather
• Experience tiny home living in a full-size converted bus!
🌲 Your Outdoor Adventure Awaits
The Skoolie is your launchpad for exploring 285 acres of peaceful Kentucky wilderness:
• Book a guided tree climb
• Hike the Heart Trail or the Hobbit Treehouse Trail
• Visit Jacob’s Ladder Trail, where you can hang a chime in memory of a loved one
• 🌈 Stop by the Rainbow Bridge Tribute Spot – hang a collar, harness, or chime in memory of a soul animal close to your heart 💛
• Play corn hole, build a fire, fish at the kids’ pond, and go on a scavenger hunt to find five hidden ponds
• Explore an 1800s settler’s log cabin
• Wade and splash in cool, clear creeks (weather-dependent)
🗺️ Trail maps available to help you navigate your EarthJOY adventure!
🌆 Explore Charming Nearby Towns
Augusta, KY – Hometown of George Clooney
• Shop at Nina’s Antiques (his mom’s store)
• Dine at the local Irish Pub
• Enjoy riverside pizza + ice cream
• Walk along the Ohio River or ride the historic ferry
Maysville, KY
• Dine at deSha’s
• Explore downtown shops and historic buildings
• Plan your visit: CityofMaysville
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This is a true nature stay—ideal for guests who want to unplug, reflect, and reconnect with nature and loved ones. 🌙💫
Guest access
🌲 Explore 10+ Miles of Hiking Trails
Enjoy over 10 miles of private trails for every skill level. A trail map is provided in the treehouse or Skoolie to guide your journey.
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🗺️ Trail Highlights & Activities
• 🧭 Scavenger Hunt – Search for fun surprises along the trails
• 🏡 Hobbit Trail – Discover miniature hobbit houses hidden in nature
• 🌿 Purple Trail – Learn and identify native (and non-native) plants
• 💤 Hidden Pond Hammock – Unplug, swing, and soak in the stillness
• 💫 Jacob’s Ladder Memorial Trail – Hang a chime in memory of a loved one or beloved pet
• 🌈 Rainbow Bridge Tribute Spot – Place a memorial collar or harness in honor of your soul-dog or soul-cat
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🌳 Guided Tree Climbing Adventure
Book a guided climb to experience the canopy like never before!
Climb the same tree we climbed with Pete Nelson of Treehouse Masters.
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🐾 Nature Encounters
As you explore, you may come across:
• Flowing creek beds
• Deer quietly grazing
• Soaring red-tailed hawks
• Curious wild turkeys
Other things to note
🌿 A Note About Nature
If you’re not an outdoor enthusiast or feel uncomfortable around the occasional bug or mouse, this may not be the ideal stay for you.
Our Skoolie is nestled in the woods inside a historic tobacco barn, surrounded by nature. Despite our best efforts and enhanced cleanings after every stay, you may encounter woodland visitors like insects or small critters.
We encourage guests to come with a spirit of adventure—it’s part of what makes EarthJOY so magical! 🌙✨
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❄️ Winter Notes: December–March
• Outdoor shower is shut down during freezing temps
• Running water usually functions but may be affected by deep freezes
• If so, we provide three gallons of fresh water inside the bus
• Hot tub runs all winter for cozy nights under the stars
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⚡️ Power & Utility Info
• Breakers: under the bed & by the outdoor water spigot
• Outlets: behind the bus seat, under top kitchen cabinets, and on the side of the bed
• Light switches: unplug directly from the power outlet to turn off
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🌟 EarthJOY Add-Ons
Customize your stay with these optional experiences:
1. Early Check-In (1:30 PM) – $50
2. Late Check-Out (1:30 PM) – $50
3. Extra Guest (over 4 guests) – $50/person
4. Guided Tree Climb – $75/person
5. Professional Photography – $250/session
6. Firewood Bundle – $50
7. Guided Foraging with Ben – $50/person (4-person minimum)
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🏡 Other EarthJOY Rentals
Looking for a different vibe? Search for:
• Pete Nelson Treehouse (1 king bed)
• Aliyah’s Treehouse (3 beds)
• Hickory 1111 (3 beds)
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🛁 Important Update – Effective Nov. 1, 2025
Private bathrooms will transition to a shared open bathhouse concept, including:
• 3 shared bathrooms
• Shared kitchen sink (near the farmhouse)
• All available first come, first served
• Fresh towels provided to each guest
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🌸 Bonus: Enjoy the Pavilion
All guests are welcome to relax and unwind at our community pavilion:
• Browse the library of books
• Sip complimentary tea
• Swing, play checkers, or enjoy oversized board games
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🐾 A Stay With a Purpose
A portion of every booking helps support Cleo’s Legacy, a 100% volunteer-run 501(c)(3) animal rescue. Your stay helps save homeless, injured, and overlooked dogs and kittens in our community.
💛 Thank you for choosing to adventure with purpose.
