Yurts have a story worth telling. Those circular, canvas-clad structures brought a hint of nomadic elegance to glamping sites across the U.S., from California’s rolling hills to Montana’s vast plains. They’re dependable—built to weather storms, spacious enough for a group, with a rustic charm that’s hard to dismiss. Visit Montana’s tourism stats (2023) pegged them as a draw for over a decade, luring adventurers with their sturdy simplicity. For a while, yurts were the go-to for hosts wanting something different yet practical.
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But that edge is dulling. Glance at Airbnb or Hipcamp today, and yurts are practically a staple—dotting landscapes from coast to coast. They’re reliable, no doubt, but they’ve lost their spark, blending into a crowded field of sameness. Guests have stayed in them, captured the moment, and moved on. The numbers reflect it too: yurts hold steady at $100–$150 a night (Glamping Business, 2023), but that’s not climbing—it’s plateauing. They’re tough to relocate—lattice frames and heavy canvas demand a fixed spot—and while they'll always have their charm, they lack the modern design today’s travelers get excited about. Yurts aren’t slipping because they’re flawed; they’re slipping because they’re familiar.
At Tree Tents, we recognized that shift early on. We’ve designed alternatives that don’t just step in for yurts—they elevate the entire glamping experience in an evolutionary way. All of our glamping pods offer something unique and different—these aren’t ground-bound relics; they’re crafted to turn heads and boost returns. The Tree Tent lifts guests into the canopy, transforming a night’s stay into something unforgettable.
The difference runs deeper than height—it’s about forward-thinking design. The Fuselage blends boutique sophistication with off-grid capability, while the Birdhouse offers compact elegance seamlessly integrated into its surroundings. Yurts rely on external additions—stoves, power lines—to keep pace; we've designed an ecosystem of cohesive products such as the Solar Station or Wash Pods that offer elegance and simplicity that doesn't feel like an afterthought.
Then there’s the flexibility factor. Yurts lock you in—once assembled (and that's no walk in the park), moving them is a logistical challenge. Our designs ship flat-packed install in a matter of days with just a few basic tools. The Airspace can actually relocate to a new site or stow away entirely if you like—adaptability yurts can’t rival.
Then there’s the revenue angle, where our customers have found that our designs really shine. Yurts max out around $150/night, but our micro cabins consistently command $200–$300, often more depending on your area and additional amenities. Guests aren’t just paying for a place to sleep—they’re buying an experience: waking in the Birdhouse to a forest sunrise or stargazing from the Airspace. Add an Outhouse for sustainable sanitation, and you’ve crafted a premium stay that justifies the rate—a leap yurts struggle to make.
The first Birdhouses we designed have been booked non-stop since day one, so we knew we had something special. Guests raved about the treetop views and hot showers. Our lightweight, eco-conscious builds tap into the green luxury trend, driving appeal and bookings without the upkeep hassles.
Yurts carved a solid niche—they’re the dependable foundation of glamping’s past. But the innovative products we're creating delivers the on the future of eco travel: sustainable, adaptable, and designed to maximize returns. If you’re ready to move past the familiar and into something exceptional, our variety of wilderness structures offer the path forward. Explore the lineup and see how to transform your site into a standout destination. Want to learn more, let's chat!
