Two generations. One goal to build a rustic retreat in the trees.

About Our Dream

Tree House Ridge is the first of its kind in Michigan - our goal is to provide 10 unique and self-contained 500 square foot tree houses, each located within a beautiful wooded site, sculpted around majestic hills, and each with its own breathtaking view of natural Northern Michigan beauty. This concept has been successfully implemented in other parts of the United States, but this is the first of its kind in this area.

This is a builder and engineering dream, initiated by a father-son duo, Fred and Jess Knoll. Together with their wives, Patty Knoll and Ashlee Knoll, a plan was developed. After countless hours of planning, designing, engineering, and feedback, the Knolls pushed forward to making their dream a reality.  

By trade, Fred is a dynamically talented builder and finish carpenter with over 40 years of experience. His son, Jess was raised around construction and heavy equipment, and is a large scale equipment operator. They joined their professional abilities and construction backgrounds to make it all happen.