Description
The Treehouse: Champaign’s Dual-Concept Retail and Play Space
Champaign, Illinois, has welcomed a unique destination for families with the opening of
The Treehouse: Retail & Play Space. Located at 2017 South Neil Street, this innovative business combines the fun of an indoor play area with the practicality of a children’s retail and consignment shop, offering a one-of-a-kind experience for the community.
A Place to Shop, Play, and Party
The Treehouse stands out by blending two distinct services under one roof. On one side, families can access a thoughtfully curated retail store that caters to all budgets. The inventory features a handpicked selection of high-quality items, including new boutique goods as well as consignment items like clothing, toys, accessories, and equipment for children. This consignment model provides an excellent resource for families looking for gently used items and a sustainable way to pass along outgrown gear.
The other half of the facility is dedicated to indoor play. Designed to be a safe and fun environment, the play area is geared toward children generally aged 1 to 8 years old. It offers a variety of engaging activities, which have been reported to include a bounce house, arcade games, sports equipment, and, of course, a main treehouse-themed structure. This supervised space allows children to burn off energy, explore, and learn, while providing parents a chance to relax or browse the adjacent retail offerings.
Community Excitement and Response
The opening of The Treehouse has been met with significant enthusiasm from local families. Owners have noted that the community was particularly excited for the play area, recognizing that this side of Champaign was lacking a similar indoor play option. The combination with a consignment shop also fills a need, providing convenience and value to parents.
Beyond regular open play and shopping hours, The Treehouse also offers a dedicated space for birthday parties, cementing its role as a full-service family destination. The business has quickly established itself as a valuable community “third place”—a location outside of home and work where people can gather, socialize, and build connections.
In an era where parents are constantly seeking high-quality, engaging indoor options for their children, The Treehouse: Retail & Play Space offers a clean, welcoming, and practical solution that serves both the entertainment and retail needs of Champaign-Urbana families.
