This Colorado mountain cabin demonstrates how downsizing can lead to a simpler, more satisfying lifestyle. What started as a rental property investment became a permanent home when the owners discovered the benefits of small-space living.
Colorado Mountain Cabin Exterior
Photo Credit: Nanci Bliss
Cabin Entry and Welcome Area
Separate 100 Sq Ft Office Building
A dedicated 100 square foot office building provides work space without sacrificing cabin living area.
Cabin Kitchen
Cabin Bathroom
Cabin Bedroom
Cabin Living Area
Design Details
- Type: Small cabin on foundation
- Main Cabin Size: 516 square feet
- Office Building: 100 square feet (separate structure)
- Total Space: 616 square feet combined
- Location: Colorado mountains
- Outdoor Features: Carport, deck
- Setting: Mountain wildlife area with elk, deer, and birds
- History: Historic cabin with documentation bearing Calvin Coolidge’s signature
Lessons from This Downsizing Story
- Separate Office Preserves Living Space: A dedicated outbuilding for work keeps the main cabin feeling spacious and maintains work-life boundaries
- Investment Properties Can Become Homes: Sometimes the best downsizing opportunity is already in your portfolio
- Less Cleaning Equals More Living: Smaller spaces dramatically reduce maintenance time
- Outdoor Space Extends Living Area: Decks and carports add functionality without increasing interior square footage
- Location Matters: A small home in a beautiful setting offers lifestyle benefits that larger suburban homes cannot match
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Alex Pino is the founder of Tiny House Talk, a leading resource on tiny homes and simple living since 2009. He helps readers discover unique homes, connect with builders, and explore alternative living.
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