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Huge tree grows inside California house - the photos are freaking Zillow Gone Wild out

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An estate in Pismo Beach, California, has something wild inside that its listing says is a “once in a lifetime opportunity” and believe us – it really is.

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The compound, which has an assortment of different housing structures on the property, has one home known as a “bath tree house” according to the listing on Zillow.com. Which means, yes, it has a massive tree inside that the residence was built around.

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And entire estate — tree and all — can be yours for $3.8 million.

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“With the sands of Pismo Beach less than a mile away this beautifully maintained property features five different dwelling units that include an actual one bedroom, one bath tree house, a large museum with a studio and one bedroom apartment, a carriage house with a two bedroom apartment, and a studio apartment-with two car garage, a main house with two bedrooms, one and a quarter baths with rock fireplace and wrap around decking, a shed/studio with full bath-each one with private views,” the listing says.

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The structures have been remodeled to have parking and recreatonal vehicle hookup sites.

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Other features include:

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  • Yoga platform

  • Man-made cave

  • Views

  • “Two seatrain containers that are used as a workshop and storage”

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The compound caught the attention of Zillow Gone Wild, a popular social media real estate page, as fans flocked to the comment section in order to throw out their lighthearted observations – and questions – about the estate…and that huge tree.

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“But what happens when the tree dies?” one person asked. “Also, what about bugs? And how does it grow if there’s no space around the trunk to grow?”

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“You can rent this on Air Bugs ‘n Branches,” another joked.

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“Hope the buyer has cats,” someone said. “This would make them very happy.”

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“What happens when it rains?” one person asked. “What happens when the tree grows? What about bugs? So many questions.”

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“But... what if the tree dies? Or grows?” another commented. “Then what- the house falls down or breaks apart to allow for tree growth? And what about insects? In your house? and kitchen? Beautiful in theory but... no thank you.”

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“I was prepared for this to be whimsical and fun, but that looks almost unlivable,” someone said.

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“A young couple could really put their roots down in a place like this,” one person joked.

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“This could be such an amazing property!” another person observed. “So much potential. Animal rescue with a BnB revenue to support it with some small retreats, etc. Just endless possibilities!”

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“How does the tree get watered?” someone asked. “Oh who cares! If I win the Megamillions, I’ll figure it out. Pismo Beach is amazing.”

“I love everything about this property except for that tree,” one person said.

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“My cats would love that. Course so would the dog,” another joked.

Pismo Beach is about 80 miles northwest of Santa Barbara.

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This story was originally published July 25, 2022 at 11:17 AM with the headline "Huge tree grows inside California house - the photos are freaking Zillow Gone Wild out."

TJ Macias
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
TJ Macías is a Real-Time national sports reporter for McClatchy based out of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Formerly, TJ covered the Dallas Mavericks and Texas Rangers beat for numerous media outlets including 24/7 Sports and Mavs Maven (Sports Illustrated). Twitter: @TayloredSiren
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