Check out these top 10 tree houses! You won't believe how easy and rewarding it is to build one. Most of the links have DIY and walk through steps. The other day we shared inspiration for awesome tree houses, but these will help you build one that the whole family will enjoy!

When figuring out what kind of tree house you want to build make sure that you sketch out your idea! The man who built this one even built a cardboard model of the tree house. Show any visual models that you make to your kids, as it will get them even more excited.

Build your royal children a castle under a tree in your yard. It's a simple and fun family project! You could even add a slide like this family did.

Tree houses aren't just for kids. You could make one to use as an outside gazebo of sorts or as an art studio. This couple created a sitting room tree house and decorated it to their liking. 

Do you have an ugly stump that you'd like to cover? Use this as a cute way to cover it. Your toddlers and young ones will enjoy playing in a mini tree house just for them! It is the perfect height.

Encourage a healthy lifestyle for your children by making a tree house for your kids that has a climbing wall and swinging rope. This will add more physical activity into your children's lives without them knowing it, because they'll be having the time of their lives!

A cool tree house isn't complete without a bridge or even a  slide or a bucket elevator to transport things. So, don't forget those

Make a coat of arms for your kid's fortress to add more character. Your children will enjoy helping you paint the coat of arms.

This is a weaver's nest tree house. We love how it's made from branches and reeds. It would be a perfect little hideaway! It's design resembles the cape weaver bird's nest. See a picture here.

If your tree house is more of a family setting, be sure to decorate the inside with beautiful furniture, paintings, and curtains. 

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Make sure you also decorate yours and make it home to you. It will be the perfect place to relax with your family.

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We hope that you've enjoyed these ideas and that you've been inspired to get outside and build a tree house with your kids this summer.

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