We were looking for a low-key place to relax for our anniversary and the Temple Treehouse was perfect! John's pre-trip info made getting settled in super easy. John and his WWOOFer crew were friendly and welcoming. We occasionally saw guests in the other properties, but we were isolated enough that we weren't constantly running into each other.

The Treehouse itself was a great secluded alternative to a hotel or beach house. The 103 step climb isn't for the faint of heart or those that have trouble with mobility, but there are places to stop and catch your breath if needed. The reward is a great view through the trees of Sunset Beach from virtually anywhere in the Treehouse. Fantastic porch and living area, great little kitchen and a hand-built spiral staircase to the loft bedroom. Now, since the Temple is virtually open to Nature (screen walls to keep much of that Nature outside) Nature chooses the temperature, and the "cool ocean breezes" we hoped for never got that cool. There's a fan in the bedroom that we brought downstairs when we needed it and placed at the end of the bed at night to blow a breeze, but that was only possible because I had a light duty extension cord with me, so pack one in- you'll thank me.

During our four day stay we took advantage of the gear stash he has on site, using the boogie boards and SUP boards every day. Since we were new to SUP, John directed us to a sheltered cove near Turtle Bay resort where we could literally get our feet wet. And by the time we left I was pretty comfy. A word of advice - the snorkel gear is a little rough and you might want to bring your own mask/snorkel; wouldn't you rather know where that thing you're putting in your mouth has been anyways?

Bottom line - John is delightful, the Treehouse is a great way to unplug and reconnect with life, and we plan on heading back the next chance we get.