About this season
People who know and work with Pete Nelson describe him as a tree whisperer. For his part, Nelson lets the trees do the talking. He's a world-renowned treehouse designer and builder, and this series documents the work he and his team of craftsmen—including his son Charlie—do to create incredible homes and businesses in nature's canopy. Pete uses a combination of science and art to realize clients' sky-high aspirations of magnificent multi-bedroom treehouses with elaborate kitchens and bathrooms, or simpler, peaceful one-room escapes. Other backyard escapes featured in the series include a spa retreat, a brewery, and a honeymoon suite. "We awaken that inner child who dreams of living among the trees," Pete says.
Episodes (8)
1. Double Treehouse Extravaganza
Aired 5 January 2018 • 60 min
A couple wants a treehouse inspired by a children's book with a grown-up twist, and at the same time, Pete and the team build a whimsical Tudor-style theatre treehouse.
2. Off-the-Grid Getaway
Aired 12 January 2018 • 60 min
Pete creates an off-the-grid escape that's all about peace, love, and treehouses, man; building a stunning treehouse made from re-purposed materials, while the client, Sarah Jay, adds her own touch - a massive dream net hammock in the trees.
3. Rusty Rooted River Shack
Aired 19 January 2018 • 60 min
Pete and the team travel to Trempealeau, Wis., to build a rustic river shack-themed tree house for two parents who yearn for an easy escape after a long day.
4. The Alaskan Treetop Sauna
Aired 26 January 2018 • 60 min
Pete creates an arboreal abode for an adventurous Alaskan couple that offers all the warm fuzzies they get from the outdoors without having to brave the bitter mountain cold, and heats things up by installing a sauna in the trees!
5. Treehouse Utopia
Aired 2 February 2018 • 60 min
Pete partners up in Utopia, TX for his first-ever joint venture: a treehouse B&B built for romance! This French-themed “little chapel of love” is anything but little with a 25-ft steeple and the BIGGEST bathroom he’s ever built!
6. Treetop Medieval Fortress
Aired 9 February 2018 • 60 min
Pete builds a citadel fortress for a Texan couple who loves all things medieval; a 25-foot-high tower holds a round table and thrones, as well as a glass floor loft; a metalsmith joins the build to craft medieval touches.
7. Mountainside Bulldog Bungalow
Aired 16 February 2018 • 60 min
A dog-loving couple dream of a tree house that recaptures mountain vistas; Pete and his team build a bulldog bungalow that offers a bounty of outdoor decks and loads of large windows to take in a view once lost
8. Shaq Takes It to the Trees!
Aired 23 February 2018 • 60 min
Pete builds an all-star speakeasy for basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal; the ball is in Pete's court to design a decagonal structure with a soaring 25 ft. high ceiling and extra wide stairs to accommodate Shaq and his size 22 shoes.(TD)