Famous Zookeeper Jack Hanna could have built any retirement home he wanted, but he chose a simple 700-square-foot log cabin, tucked in the Montana forest. The cabin, built in 1996, features one bedroom and one bathroom, and is decorated in classic lodge style. Sadly, Hanna was recently diagnosed with dementia which has been rapidly progressing, [...]
Airbnb & Rentals
John & Elsa’s Tiny House Project in New Zealand
John and Elsa decided to build this tiny house “because we wanted to” — which is about the best reason I can think of! They contracted out different aspects of the build, like the steel framing and roofing, and now rent the home to a South African woman who was stuck due to the pandemic. [...]
Evelyne’s Charming Shepherd’s Hut in France
Nestled among the pines and oaks in Mimizan, France sits this charming Shepherd’s Hut owned by Evelyne. She rents it out on Airbnb for those looking for a peaceful, but luxurious vacation stay. The hut has a little front deck that leads into a single-level living space, complete with a kitchenette and bathroom. The interior [...]
He Lost His Job & Is Building a Tiny House Vacation Business
Like so many others, Jacob lost his job in the pandemic fallout. A former video producer, he decided to use his skills to create a YouTube channel following his build of a gorgeous tiny house cabin — and now, a whole tiny house vacation village in the Cotswolds, UK! Little Orchard Hideaways is Jacob’s amazing [...]
Charming Stone Tiny House: Moulin de Liar
Meet the Moulin de Liar, a little stone cottage that was once a working mill, built next to a babbling brook. In 2016, it was entirely renovated to make it a modern spot that still has old-world charm. The bottom floor houses the kitchen, dining area, living room and bathroom, while up a spiral staircase [...]
Mountain Octagon: Yurt-Inspired Vacation Home in Virginia
Round/octagonal buildings always inspire me, and this Mountain Octagon in Virginia is no exception! The vacation home has two large decks overlooking the mountains and tons of windows all the way around to give you views from the indoors as well. One side of the octagon has a large open floor plan with the living, [...]
Hobbit-like Home in a Wild French Garden: Vacation Bliss!
The older I get, the more convinced I am that a simple life in a Hobbit-style home is just what I’m looking for — and this vacation spot in France ticks all the boxes! Starting with the gorgeous signature round front door and ending with the cozy alcove bedroom, this little Hobbit-inspired house feels like [...]
