Below, Kevin and Elizabeth give us a look inside the 420-square-foot Montana cabin they built for just $7,000 — yes, really. Even though the project came together before the lumber-price madness of 2020, that number is still wild for what they pulled off. This little guest cabin feels cozy, finished, and downright welcoming.
They kept costs low by getting creative: using around 40% reclaimed materials, hunting for second-hand finds, and accepting a few generous hand-me-downs from friends and family. Inside, you get everything you need — a kitchen, bathroom, loft bedroom, and even a comfy spot to eat at the butcher-block bar. It’s the kind of place you could stay for a weekend… or never want to leave.
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A Peaceful Montana Cabin Built on a Budget
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Keko’s nomadic life started in 2020. His job went remote, and he escaped the US and went to Mexico to wait out the lockdowns. When it was time to come home, he decided to do something different and chose to purchase a van. But he actually lived in the van during the conversion process, starting out with just a couple of totes and an air mattress.
Today his stealthy rig boasts a unique floor storage system. He built up the floor using extruded aluminum — 12 inches in the living room space and 18 inches back in the kitchen area — to allow him to keep all his goods tucked underneath him. A convertible couch/bed provides him a spot to sleep and a single skylight lets light in. What do you think of this fascinating design?
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Amazing Storage System in His Stealthy Sprinter
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The Reiff Family love their life on the road in their roof-raise skoolie! Joel, Carrie, and their three preteen boys left Pennsylvania to travel west after completing their $70K conversion. They’re now enjoying extensive National Parks tours and getting used to homeschooling on the road.
They raised the roof in the middle of their skoolie to allow maximum headroom in the living room/kitchen. The home has tons of counter space and a bar area that gives the boys a spot to do bookwork or each lunch. Each boy has a private bunk space with storage, and there’s a main bedroom in the back for mom and dad. Solar power and batteries allow them to boondock for 10 days or longer at a time.
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Exploring National Parks w/ Preteen Boys
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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 dome itself boasts 16-foot-high ceilings, a cozy electric fireplace, a 3/4 luxury bathroom, and amazing panoramic views of the Canadian forest outside. After crawling out of your cushy queen-sized bed, you can make a cup of coffee in the kitchenette and sit in patio chairs on your private deck overlooking the grounds. There’s a mini hot tub, a fire pit, and even a loft space for stargazing. What do you think?
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Geodesic Dome on Peaceful Retreat Grounds
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Brittainy and Ryan met about a year before they moved onto the boat. It was initially Ryan’s idea, and Brittainy wasn’t sure about it, but came around to the concept once she saw what that life would look like. Now they’re in year seven of life on the water! While they have a marina spot in Seattle, they also take the boat “on the sea” to explore remote Pacific Northwest islands.
They share their boat with two full-size dogs, but it’s quite spacious inside. There are two bedrooms, and two bathrooms — one of each is used primarily for storage. A queen-sized bed fits comfortably in the main berth, and they have added a hanging rack to keep clothing unwrinkled. Enjoy their tour below!
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Amazing Floating Home w/ Two Berths
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Holly and her husband Charles moved across Australia to care for Holly’s mom who has Alzheimer’s. They parked the home on a family compound where Holly’s parents have a house and so does her sister and her husband and kids! Now they can all pitch in to watch after Holly’s mom and keep her out of care as long as possible.
A tiny house gave them the option to live as close as they could, but still the freedom to take the home elsewhere someday when Holly’s mom needs to go into full-time care. It’s a heartwarming (and heartbreaking) story, and the 24-foot tiny home is truly gorgeous! Let us know what you think in the comments.
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Colorful Tiny House on a Family Compound
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The Bumble Barn at Great Field Farm in Canterbury features a unique curved “Swiss roll” design with a living sedum roof that local bees love. Built to Passivhaus standards with smart technology, this eco-friendly holiday lodge sits on 45 acres of beautiful farmland.
While not exactly tiny, this sustainable design offers inspiration for anyone interested in eco-building. The home has three bedrooms (one queen with ensuite, plus two twin rooms), a full kitchen, dining room, and sleek living area that opens onto a patio with views over horse paddocks and open fields.
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Swiss Roll Design with Living Sedum Roof
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Steve and Di were living in an urban apartment when Di started crunching numbers and realizing that having a child would make it tough to make ends meet. That’s when she and Steve decided that a DIY tiny house would give them more time with their son, less time at work, and a closer connection to the land.
They’ve been living in a tiny home for about 5 years and have moved it a couple of times before settling on their current rural homestead in Australia. The little house is off-grid, powered by solar, with a composting toilet, a garden, and animals. They love their remote and quiet life, especially spending time on the huge porch that wraps around two of the walls.
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Their Reclaimed Materials Home Cost just $20K!
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This Hobbit house in Pawling, NY features the signature round door and living roof inspired by Tolkien’s designs. The interior is spacious with two separate queen-sized bedrooms, a dining room, living room, full kitchen with full-sized appliances, and two bathrooms. Outdoor amenities include a fire pit and private hot tub accessed via a winding path.
Design Details
- Location: Pawling, New York
- Style: Hobbit/earth-sheltered
- Bedrooms: 2 (both queen-sized beds)
- Bathrooms: 2
- Kitchen: Full-sized appliances, coffee bar
- Features: Round door, living roof, carved ceiling, electric fireplace, skylight
- Outdoor: Fire pit, private hot tub, spiral walkway
- Availability: Rental on Airbnb
- Note: No children under 12, no pets, no smoking
Exterior with Round Door
Images via Airbnb/Jodi & Jim
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