9 Supercool Tree Houses, Forts and Hobbit Houses Around Seattle to Explore With Kids
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Grab a coffee at Aroma Coffee Co. and explore the newest tree house in town. Photo: Krista Tsai
Pete’s Treefort, Fall City
Location: 33429 Redmond-Fall City Rd. S.E., Fall City
Parking: There is free street parking on surrounding streets and a customer parking lot behind Aroma Coffee Co.
No tickets are needed to explore Pete’s Treefort at Fall City’s Aroma Coffee Co.! Pete Nelson and his Nelson Treehouse team — known from the popular show “Treehouse Masters” and as builders of Treehouse Point — completed this gift to the community in December 2024. The Nelson Treehouse team has built hundreds of tree houses, but Pete’s Treefort is their first public tree house in Washington.
Its unique design is inspired by Norwegian medieval wooden churches. While the interior of the tree house has a small footprint to explore, there is a viewing deck with some stools along a ledge — perfect for enjoying a treat from Aroma Coffee Co. in the trees. Climb the turning stairs, walk between two large tree trunks, and open the gothic doors to discover the small balcony that looks out toward the Snoqualmie River. The community will appreciate the intricate details, craftsmanship and whimsical feel of a tree house sandwiched between a local coffee shop and one of our favorite libraries.
The base of the tree house is enclosed by a picket fence and includes picnic tables and benches — further encouraging community connection among the trees. Aroma Coffee Co. manages Pete’s Treefort with visiting hours from 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Saturday. Reservations for private events are expected to open in the spring of 2025.
Nearby things to do: Fuel up at Aroma Coffee Co. with specialty coffees, local baked goods, and other items for breakfast or lunch. The Fall City Library next door has a cozy children’s section with computers, games and puzzles. Check out the library’s free kid-friendly events like Art for Kids, Family Story Time, and Blocks and Bricks. Visit Fall City Farms’ pumpkin patch in October and their U-cut Christmas tree farm in December. Wander through the Art Park just steps away from Aroma Coffee Co., attend a free cultural or art program by Fall City Arts, or make a day of it by exploring other parks and dining.
— Krista Tsai
Next stop: Fort Casey Historical State Park
