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

Miami Herald

19-06-2025

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.