Are hidden treehouses for sale ‘a dream'? Or weird? Zillow Gone Wild has thoughts

Miami Herald

10 hours ago

Hidden in the trees of Covington, Virginia, right on the banks of a flowing cerulean creek, a secret sits. And that secret is for sale.
Listed for $589,000, a residence looms if you squint hard enough to find it within nature highlights. And there are two of them.
'Escape to this rare 12-acre hideaway tucked in the heart of the Alleghany Highlands,' the listing on Zillow says. 'Featuring two unique waterfront homes along the crystal-clear waters of Potts Creek, this property blends privacy, natural beauty, and endless outdoor potential.
'Enter through a gated drive into a private, park-like setting that opens up to giant cliff faces (and) the soothing sounds of mountain water. The creek shimmers in shades of blue, green, and bronze by day, while wildlife — deer, bear, trout, and more — abound.'
The first home — a studio called 'The Treehouse' — has several decks that allow an observer to take in all the water views. The second is a two-bedroom, one-bathroom home referred to as 'The Beach House' because it sits close to the water.
'Each home offers privacy, yet they're connected by a well-worn trail that parallels the water's edge. The homes are ready for personal touches to become multi-generational dream homes or potential income-producing short-term rentals,' the listing says.
The property was featured on Zillow Gone Wild, a Facebook page that showcases unique homes on the market. People either loved the secluded treasure, or found it odd.
'This is such a dream, and not too far away from me,' one person said.
'Omg, I would be in heaven,' another added.
'I could live in a treehouse!' someone said.
'Gosh, I want it for the view! Build a real house near it and rent this weirdo as a bnb,' one person said.
Covington is about a 175-mile drive northwest from Richmond.