Last week we got in touch with multiple tiny home dwellers to talk to them about living life in a tiny house during the pandemic. Now we’re here to say: Maybe some of us who are stuck in the city can try it too!
Some vacation rentals on Airbnb across the country are opening their doors to city-dwellers who need an escape and a safe place to stay socially distant in. Quarantine looks a lot different in a locked in a high rise than it does on a piece of land in nature where you can get outside and enjoy fresh air even if you aren’t able to be a tourist.
So we made a list of some of our favorite Tiny House Vacation spots in the US & Canada below for you!
We post this with great caution: In no way do we at Tiny House Talk want to encourage the unnecessary spread of the virus. Please only consider tiny living for quarantine if you’re currently in a city/urban area where social distancing is difficult. Do not rent any of these places if you’re feeling ill, and make sure to truly stay quarantined when you arrive. While these are in great locations, this isn’t the time to sight-see.
Also try to find one within driving distance of your home, so you don’t have to fly in order to get there.
Agua Norte Cabin in Minnesota
This is a beautiful private spot in Grand Marais, Minnesota with plenty of land and garden area to enjoy. You can’t beat being locked up with these gorgeous views of Lake Superior.
Book it here. Read our post here.
Waterfront ESCAPE Tiny Home in Orlando
Want to wake up to waterfront views every day of quarantine? Drink coffee on a deck in tropical Orlando, Florida? Then this ESCAPE tiny house vacation rental is a perfect choice.
Book it here. Read our story here.
By the way, you can head over to Escape Vacations and see all the ESCAPE model tiny homes that you can rent around the country!
My Tiny Wine Wagon in Sherwood, Oregon
If you’re anywhere near Portland check out this wine-themed tiny house within service range of UberEats and Postmates! There are 3 other cottages in this tiny village.
Book it here. Read our post here.
Appalachian Container Cabin in the Smoky Mountains
This vacation container cabin is designed for a couple with small kids in Otto, North Carolina. You’ll have breathtaking views of the Smoky Mountains and nature all around.
Book it here. Read our post here.
Silo Studio Cottage in Massachusetts
Not only is this round cottage idyllic itself, it sits on four acres of peaceful land complete with a babbling brook and lily ponds, and even 2 acres of woods with hiking trails. Basically Thoreau-approved!
Book it here. Read our post here.
Melbourne, Florida Barn Tiny House on Wheels
Enjoy the tiny life nestled under orange and oak trees in Melbourne, Florida. You have access to both the home and the surrounding greenspace so you can get outdoors to escape cabin fever.
Book it here. Read our post here.
Salt Spring Island, BC: The Yewnicorn
Canadian? Stay in the Yewnicorn! A beautifully hand-built gooseneck tiny house on wheels with a capsule bedroom over the hitch of the trailer.
Book it here. Read our post here.
Pennsylvania Farmland Tiny Home on Wheels
Spend some time on a working farm in Lititz, Pennsylvania. This is a wonderfully peaceful getaway cabin with a firepit and access to the adjacent yard and driveway.
Book it here. Read our post here.
Vermont Tree Cabin in Coventry
Book it here. Read our post here.
Colonel’s Island Cottage Getaway, Georgia
Book it here. Read our post here.
Beaverton, Oregon ESCAPE Tiny House
This place even promises no contact with hosts and a full three days between guests to super-clean the area. You get access to the house and the patio area.
Book it here. Read our post here.
Sugar Shack Houseboat on Lake Union, Seattle
This isn’t exactly far away from it all, but it does offer a very different experience than living on land in an apartment! If you wanted to try houseboat life, this Seattle spot is a good choice.
Book it here. Read our post here.
Creekfront Cottage in Blowing Rock, North Carolina
Conveniently located near lakes and hiking trails, this pet-friendly cottages in Blowing Rock, North Carolina sleeps three and has an awesome spiral staircase.
Book it here. Read our post here.
Mount Dora, FL BOHO Tiny Home Vacation
You’ll have your own little chiminea and cozy outdoor space when you stay in this BOHO ESCAPE model tiny house in Mount Dora, Florida. It’s pet-friendly for up to one small dog.
Book it here. Read our post here.
Mountain Air Treehouse Near Hot Springs National Park
This is one of six amazing treehouses you can rent on a 27-acre property in Arkansas. It’s not pet-or-kid-friendly, but for a couple this would be a great retreat from the city.
Book it here. Read our post here.
Torch Lake Bunkhouse in Township, Michigan
There’s a grill and fire pit in the middle of the quiet woods — just where I want to be during this pandemic! Ideal for two to three guests.
Book it here. Read our post here.
RELATED: Tiny House Quarantine: What it’s Like and How to Survive
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Hi! I live in a small, vacation town on the Central Coast of California. We love visitors but please don’t come to small towns without bringing ALL of your own supplies for the entire time you are there. Our small grocery stores are already struggling to keep up with local demand. Also, please remember to obey all laws while driving and practice social distancing and mask wearing.
Great reminder!
What we need to escape from is the recession and THs are prefect for that. And boats are great for that either sail or houseboat. Used ones are fairly cheap now . The one shown is an easily built type called a Shanty boat makes a great one with many free plans. Pick one for plywood is a good choice.
Very good idea, Jerry!
Would you correct or update the links for the houseboat please? I’d love to see more info but the current set of links take me to the silo.
Correcting now, thanks for letting me know!
We posted about it here: https://tinyhousetalk.com/trash-barge-turned-to-floating-tiny-home/
And you can rent/book it here: http://www.sugarshackhouseboat.com/
Can you please correct this article? My village is in Sherwood Oregon.
Of course!