Lucy lives in a small cottage on the edge of Tasmanian woodlands that she and her father brought back to life after nearly 30 years of disrepair. The shed-like structure had been Lucy’s first home, which her parents built as a temporary dwelling place while constructing their forever home. She added three extra spaces during [...]
Shed Tiny Houses
These are shed tiny houses. They are shed-based structures that have been converted into tiny cabins and cottages. Some of these can be built very inexpensively.
In this section, you’ll uncover stories and examples of people who have converted sheds and barns into simple, frugal, and very practical little dwellings. For some, it has been life changing.
Have you ever considered how a shed or barn can be outfitted as a tiny or small home? If you have, you’re certainly not alone. Meet some people that have actually done it.
Could a shed-based tiny home be one of the only truly affordable housing solution that one can build or outfit for less than $10,000 USD? Well, it’s certainly not the only way to have a home for less than $10k, but it’s definitely one of the most affordable options out there if you are fortunate enough to have a place to put it.
344 sq. ft. Cabin on Skids in Newport, TN
This 344 sq. ft. tiny house on skids is for sale in Newport, TN. It has to be moved from the current location but counts as a residence (not a tiny house) in Tennessee and has been built to the International Residential Code. While the cabin has two low-clearance lofts, the main floor bedroom features [...]
14×40 Barn Conversion with Sewing Nook
This tiny house appears to have been built from a fancy shed base, and the result is stunning! The great thing about tiny homes on skids is that you can increase the width. This one is 14 feet wide, and that provides plenty of space for bonuses like a walk-in closet and an under-the-stairs sewing [...]
$65K for 5 Acres and a Tiny House in Hartsel, Colorado
Hey there, tiny house enthusiasts! We’ve got an exciting find for you today that’s sure to tick all the boxes on your tiny living checklist. Located on 5 acres in Hartsel, Colorado, we’ve discovered a mountain cabin that’s off the grid. Priced at $65,000, this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom gem on 5 acres of land seems interesting! [...]
Tiny Barn Cottage on 10 Acres in Millers Creek, NC
Hey there, fellow tiny house enthusiasts! Today, I’ve got a gem of a property that will make your off-grid dreams come true. Nestled in the serene beauty of Millers Creek, North Carolina, this $124,900 cabin/tiny house is a hidden paradise waiting to be discovered. Let’s dive into what makes this property special! If you’re seeking [...]
Get Ready for Four Off-Grid Workshops in 2024!
This year, United Tiny House is bringing back their off-grid camps, but with more to learn than ever before, and four weekends you can choose from to attend! Just like last year, you’ll get to enjoy hands-on workshops learning about biogas, rainwater collection, and solar systems, and there’s free tent camping on site (or you [...]
Persis Shed to Tiny Vacation Home!
The Persis Shed was once a simple gambrel-roof storage shed with a concrete floor, but Nick transformed it into an amazing vacation cabin! The first floor of the cabin has a sectional couch, a dining area for two, a kitchenette with an induction cook top, and a dorm-size refrigerator. Up a very sturdy ladder you’ll [...]
