Enter the world of fairy-tale towers, whimsical stairways, crow’s nests, zip lines, and suspended rope bridges. Take pleasure in the details of hand-split oak shingles, thatched roofs, and cedar tongue-and-groove interiors. Made of sustainably sourced materials, Blue Forest’s magical sanctuaries fit snugly between trees and branchesoften incorporating them into the building itselfand sit lightly on the land. From a child’s tree house inside a secret garden to party venues for teenagers and adults, this book details 28 imaginative tree houses, some of them accompanied by site plans and drawings. Whether the dwellings on each page are simple or designed to house a spa or home theatre, this beautiful book will inspire readers to reconsider their own garden’s possibilities for relaxation and play.By Blue Forest and E. Ashley RooneyBlue Forest is an award-winning UK company that designs and builds enchanting tree houses, from imaginative play dens and private hideaways to luxurious spas and resorts. Boston-based E. Ashley Rooney is the author of dozens of books on art and architecture. E. Ashley Rooney has authored over 70 books for Schiffer Publishing. She specializes in contemporary art, design, and architecture and draws upon her expertise in gardening for Magical Fairy Homes and Gardens. She lives in Massachusetts.240+ color imagesLuxurious Retreats for Tranquility and Play240+ color images