Mint Tiny House Company built this standout three-bedroom tiny house on wheels for a family that wanted to prove small living doesn’t mean cramped living. The result is one of the most spatially clever THOWs we’ve ever featured: a 36-foot long, RVIA-certified home with a ground-floor king bedroom, two connected sleeping lofts, a full 1.5 baths, a galley kitchen with a dishwasher, a dedicated home office, and a 36-foot covered deck that nearly doubles the living space. It sits in the sought-after Acony Bell Tiny Home Community in the Western North Carolina mountains near Asheville.
What makes this build particularly instructive for aspiring tiny house owners is how Mint Tiny House Company solved the three-bedroom puzzle without sacrificing quality or comfort. Rather than stacking all sleeping spaces in lofts, they placed the primary bedroom on the ground floor and connected the two upper lofts via stairs — an arrangement that works well for families and anyone who prefers not to climb a ladder to bed every night. The farmhouse aesthetic, exposed ceiling beams, and shiplap-style exterior give the home a warmth that many THOWs trade away for a more modern look.
For anyone studying what’s possible with professional tiny house construction, this home is a masterclass in layout efficiency and finish quality.
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Hey there tiny house enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving into the future with a sneak peek inside the most futuristic campervan you’ve ever laid eyes on, courtesy of the creative minds behind Ladi & Margaret’s YouTube channel.
First off, let’s talk about this DIY masterpiece. Can you believe this camper started its life as a humble DPD delivery van, snagged for just $12,000 back in 2020? Fast forward to now, and it’s undergone a mind-blowing transformation into a sleek, tech-savvy tiny home on wheels.
Tech-Savvy and Stylish: A Sneak Peek Inside the Most Futuristic Campervan Yet
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Hey there, fellow tiny house and van life enthusiasts! Today, I stumbled upon a listing that made me do a bit of a double-take, and I just had to share it with you.
Imagine hitting the open road, with all the comforts of home packed into a sleek, modern van. Sounds like a dream, right? Well, this dream could be your reality with this “Cedar Cabin” Mercedes Sprinter conversion that’s up for grabs on Van Life Trader.
Listed in Loveland, Colorado, this 2023 Mercedes Sprinter is near new, with a mere 2,222 miles on the odometer. The van is priced at $89,000. What do you think?
Cedar Cabin Sprinter for $89K in Loveland, Colorado
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This geodesic dome sits on the Mangora River in New Zealand, offering guests a glamping experience with all the comforts of home—a king-sized bed, wood-burning stove, kitchen with two-burner cooktop, and bathroom with shower.
Donna and her husband built this dome on her parents’ farm as a way to generate income while she’s home with young children. What started with a bell tent evolved into this impressive dome structure that they assembled in just two days.
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Geodesic Dome on the Mangora River
The dome’s location on the riverbank provides guests with a scenic retreat surrounded by New Zealand farmland. The geodesic structure offers excellent strength-to-weight ratio and can be assembled quickly.
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While some tiny homes are designed to be mobile if you *have* to move them, this tiny house by Minimaliste is designed to go anywhere, much like an RV, but with amazing luxury finishes and expert craftsmanship. It can sleep up to five, making it a great choice for family vacationing (or cross-country travel).
The home has a private queen-sized bedroom in the back, as well as a dinette and couch that become sleeping areas. A compact 3/4 bathroom sits across from the galley kitchen that has an oven and a washer/dryer unit. What’s your favorite feature of this home?
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Tiny House RV: Built for Travel!
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Sean and Kristi Hensley built their custom retirement tiny house after a lifetime in construction and several smaller-scale projects, including converting a cargo trailer for cross-country travel. When they decided to downsize, they brought decades of building experience to their own home.
Measuring 440 square feet (40′ x 11′), this home showcases clever features and luxury design elements throughout. The extra-wide 11-foot width makes a significant difference in how spacious the interior feels, allowing for features that wouldn’t fit in a standard 8.5-foot-wide tiny house.
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Custom Retirement Tiny Home Exterior
The exterior reflects the quality construction that comes from a lifetime of building experience. Sean and Kristi now help others achieve their tiny house dreams through their building business.
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Long before the modern tiny house movement, there were the famous housetrucks of the 1970s. These mobile homes were popular in both the United States and New Zealand. When James came across one, he had to have it—even though it no longer ran.
Because the truck is now stationary, James and his partner Lucy have created a lovely outdoor living area to extend their space. It includes an exterior shower attached to the truck, a separate glass “bathhouse” with a large bathtub that waters plants, and a patio area around a wood stove for entertaining. Their setup demonstrates how a vintage housetruck can anchor a creative homestead.
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Vintage New Zealand Housetruck Given New Life
The exterior shows the classic housetruck aesthetic that made these vehicles so appealing in their era. James acquired this piece of tiny house history for just $500, then had it moved into place while working for a trucking company.
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Sophia and Forest began their tiny house build at a workshop where other participants and two teachers helped them construct the frame. While the framing went quickly, it took the couple another year to complete the interior on their own—a common timeline for first-time builders tackling finish work.
The gooseneck tiny house cost approximately $45,000 to build, with help from family to fund the project. When they neared completion and worried about finding parking, they asked on Facebook and found a lovely wooded spot where they trade some labor and pay $400/month for their home base.
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Handcrafted Tiny House in Wooded Setting
The exterior shows the quality craftsmanship that comes from building with care over time. The wooded parking spot provides privacy and a connection to nature.
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Kate and Benoît returned to New Zealand after years of international travel and built themselves a tiny house on wheels for under $38,000—coming in under their original budget. Their secret: clever use of reclaimed and thrifted materials, spending money where it mattered most and saving wherever they could.
The home is currently parked on her parents’ land while they search for their own spot to create a small homestead. Their build demonstrates how creative material sourcing can dramatically reduce tiny house costs without sacrificing quality.
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Budget-Friendly THOW Built with Reclaimed Materials
The exterior shows the timber-framed construction they chose after consulting with Kate’s brother, who works in construction. This approach allowed for a more interesting roofline than their original container house concept.
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