Small Houses

While this tiny house is rented out as an Airbnb, I think the layout and front porch would make it a perfect living space for a couple or small family! The extra width of the home means you get a spacious great room and a full kitchen, as well as space for a private first-floor [...]

While we specialize in tiny houses around here, sometimes people need a minimal life with just a little extra elbow room! This 741 sq. ft. design is perfect for a family of four, with a queen-sized bedroom and bunk room upstairs. On the first floor, you’ll find a kitchen with full-sized appliances, an entryway and [...]

Tall Stüga is a brand-new Scandinavian-inspired cabin at Adkin Acres in Kentucky. The 600-square-foot cabin sits on 40 acres of gorgeous land that you can enjoy and explore. It sleeps 6 — two in the loft, two in the first-floor bedroom, and two (possibly) on the couch when it unfolds. The rest of the cabin [...]

Remember the gorgeous Honeycrisp Cottage? This Timber Frame Retreat has an incredibly similar floor plan (sans the loft) and is also in Vermont! You get a queen-sized bed tucked into one corner with a giant picture window that looks out on the spruce forest beyond. The 3/4 bathroom is closed off by a barn-style door, [...]

Below, Kevin and Elizabeth take us on a tour of their 420-square-foot cabin in the Montana woods that they built as a guest house for just $7,000! While yes, it was started and completed before the lumber price boom of 2020, it’s still an impressively low figure for such a beautiful, well-finished cabin. They kept [...]

There are geodesic domes scattered across North America to stay in, but this one is particularly magical since it sits on the Nalu Retreat grounds in Nova Scotia, Canada. The private grounds are kept free from partying or loud carousing, designed to be a true respite from the busyness of what’s going on elsewhere. The [...]

Just like this Scottish cow-shed we showed you a couple of weeks ago, this 200-year-old cottage in the UK has been completely renovated, and the results are absolutely stunning. You’d never know you were inside a historic building except for the beautifully preserved cast iron kitchen they framed off in the living room. Even though [...]

Are you searching for some tiny house plans? Small House Catalog released three excellent choices recently: A 336-square-foot A-frame, a 224-square-foot studio cottage, and an itty bitty writer’s cabin. If you’re looking for a full-time residence, the A-Frame is likely your best bet as it has a first-floor bedroom, a loft, and a kitchen and [...]

Purposely Lost is a fantastic woodland retreat space in Sandford, Maine, where you can stay in one of three treehouses or two “Hobbit” houses. This underground home, pictured below, is a stunning blend of cozy and luxurious, with warm wood tones, leather accents, and stonework. The home looks like a hill, with moss and mud [...]

Melissa’s Santa Fe Studio is a gorgeous little adobe casita that offers all the comforts of home in a compact floor plan. Guests rave about the comfortable bed sitting beneath gorgeous exposed beams. French doors lead out into the small covered patio area where you can slowly warm up to the morning. The bedroom flows [...]

Here’s a beautiful, recently completed cabin on stilts that sits on 100 acres of lovely Vermont woodland that you can explore. This unique cabin has an open concept with a King-sized bed and an amazing custom domed skylight that allows for stargazing or bird-watching from bed. The custom concrete shower also has skylight views and [...]

ORCA has a revolutionary new way of providing people and communities with steel-framed prefab homes built with pop-up factories that help reduce overhead. They offer a variety of home sizes and layouts, all with a modern feel and luxurious upgrade options. Below you’ll find a video tour of one of their pop-up factories and one [...]

Do you remember the amazing backcountry prefab by Lloyll we showed you some time back? Well here’s another one of their incredible SKÁLI High Cuboid models, this one tucked into a lovely private wooded spot near Quebec City. The 768-square-foot home definitely makes for a great vacation property (you can actually book a stay here), [...]

Here’s a beautiful historical one-room log cabin that has been lovingly renovated to retain old charm and include modern conveniences. Located on a farm in Kentucky, you’ll be surrounded by lovely pastures alongside Stoner Creek. There’s a screened-in porch with a ceiling fan where you can enjoy morning coffee, and an indoor bathroom with a [...]

These 70s geodesic dome homes are such fun pieces of history. This one was recently renovated in 2019, meaning you’ll get all the modern conveniences and finishes on the inside while retaining the 70s charm on the exterior. The dome has two bedrooms located on the first floor, while the second story holds the “common [...]

This historic cave home in Andalucía, Spain is one of 30 homes owned by Balcones de Piedad’s Caves in Guadix- Granada. They’ve renovated seven of the structures so far, keeping them as traditional as possible while offering modern conveniences. Incredibly enough, these cave homes have been around for centuries! This one features a comfortable kitchen [...]

This rustic cabin on Bramley Mountain in New York has been named the “Owl Nest” and it’s easy to see why. Tucked in a clearing among hundreds and thousands of trees, this two-story home with a covered porch welcomes weary travelers for a weekend retreat. Downstairs, there’s a quaint kitchen and living room facing a [...]

This is a truly luxurious two-story tiny house with a fun, eclectic style that’s sure to give you a romantic getaway. It sits in a clearing on 50 acres of Vermont farmland and has all the quaint charm you’re looking for. What I love about this tiny house is there are two stories. The bedroom [...]

Mallory lived in the neighborhood of this adorable stone cottage and always wondered what it was like inside. When it came on the market, she knew she had to have it! She bought the space for $170,000 and started renovating the space to match her personal style. The kitchen is a Barbie-pink masterpiece, complete with [...]

Welcome to a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Dahlonega, Georgia, where nature and modern comforts seamlessly merge. This secluded treehouse, hosted by Wes, offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life, allowing you to immerse yourself in the serene beauty of over 80 acres of Triple Creek Farms. Inside, you’ll find a [...]

Maria and her husband purchased this 875-square-foot first as a vacation property, so they could escape their city life in New Jersey in the mess of 2020. After the death of Maria’s father, the couple decided it was time to simplify earlier rather than later. They moved in full-time just two weeks ago! They added [...]

The tiny house movement continues to gain momentum as people seek sustainable and affordable housing alternatives. Home Depot has jumped on board by offering an impressive two-story tiny home-building kit priced at $43,832. This pre-assembled steel frame provides the foundation for a dwelling that can be transformed into a comfortable and stylish living space. With [...]

Haley is a photographer and influencer, and she and her partner recently began renting this adorable 200-year-old cottage! Built in the 1830s, it’s been spruced up over the years but has tons of old-timey charm. The rustic cabinets in the kitchen. The unnaturally low ceiling in the landing. The pastoral views out the window. It [...]