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Small Houses

Our small houses section takes you on a journey to homes on and off foundations from as little as 350-square-feet to as large as 1,200-square-feet. When tiny is too tiny, small is the best way to go!


In this section, you’ll discover homes on foundations with land, floating homes on the water, over-sized motorhomes, and other unconventional homes like ones built with cob, strawbale, and other natural resources.


The best part about a small home is that they are not too big, or too small. It can be good enough for a family, but not overwhelming if you’re a couple or even if you’re single.


Small houses are very versatile and have a better chance of being a long-term solution for most people, which is great because moving, building, or buying a new home can be pretty stressful, right?


What’s your favorite type of small house? Is it a cabin, cottage, houseboat, or what?

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The Round House: A Unique Tiny Living Experience in Delta, Colorado

Welcome to the Round House, a unique tiny house nestled in the charming locale of Delta, Colorado. What used to be a grain silo has been transformed into a luxurious, fully-equipped tiny home that offers a gateway to the Western Slope of Colorado. As you step into the Round House, you instantly feel at home. [...]

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The Porch: An Adorable Tiny Cottage in New Hampshire

Everything about this little cottage in the New Hampshire woods calls out, “cute!” From the tiny covered front porch to the perfect landscaping to the white rocking chairs — it’s a quaint getaway that’s perfect for a couple’s retreat or even a solo trip. That said, besides the first-floor queen bed, there is a loft [...]

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Boxabl Casita Build Process & Warehouse Tour

It’s been a couple of years since we updated you on the Boxabl Casita, but Tiny Home Tours just did a great interview with one of the founders all about why, how, and where they create these awesome prefab homes that can be easily shipped across the country and unfolded in place. These studio-style homes [...]

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Family’s Clever Tokyo Tiny Home: 600 Sq. Ft.

While many THOWs just keep getting longer and wider, this creative row house design in Tokyo values clever vertical space design, with a number of landings and staircases to create a functional space for this small family. A grand window/door feature leads into the living/eating space, and an industrial-style kitchen is up a few steps. [...]

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This Silo Cottage has 3-Bedrooms

This silo cottage in Vian, Oklahoma has three bedrooms! The Silo at Lake Tenkiller has 3 bedrooms & 1.5 baths total. All bedrooms & full bathroom (shower only / no tub) are upstairs. Half bath is downstairs.1 Don’t miss other unique small homes like this, join our Free Small House Newsletter for more posts like [...]

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Adorable Bungalow with Land for Sale Bremerton, WA

The biggest struggle with tiny homes on wheels is finding a place to park them — this adorable bungalow solves that problem! Built on a foundation, this home has its own quaint fenced-in yard in Bremerton, WA. It’s for sale for $270,000 — hardly inexpensive, but you get a great location and the house is [...]

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Their DIY 24×24 Cabin in Alaska

Rodney and Marcel worked together to turn a shed kit into a beautiful 24×24 cabin in Alaska, complete with a 10×24 covered front porch and two queen-sized bedrooms. The bedrooms and full bathroom span the back of the home, but in the front, there’s a lovely great room with a living room and kitchen built [...]

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Renovated 100-Year-Old Naivasha Cottage, Australia

This small cottage in the Tasmanian bush has a rich 100-year-old history. A timber-and-stone creation, it was added onto in the 1970s and has been lovingly renovated in 2011 by the current owners. It’s a lovely blend of old and new that comfortably welcomes guests. Fresh white paint covers most of the interior and contrasts [...]

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Round Mid-Century Cabin in Shell Knob, Missouri

This is the “See You Round” mid-century cabin in Shell Knob, Missouri. The kit-built round home is made of fiberglass and features views of Table Rock Lake on its own acre of land. If you’re interested in staying here, it is available for booking via Kathryn on Airbnb. Don’t miss other interesting homes like this, [...]

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Vintage Silo Cabin with Swaying Bridge

Wait until you see the tour of this awesome grain silo that’s been turned into an eclectic and vintage treehouse in Eagle Rock, Missouri! Deek and his buddy Mike show you around the interior which is chock-full of neat pieces and talking points! Called the “Sassafrass Silo Treehouse,” you get to the home via a [...]

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The Silo House at Laughing Llama Farm in Troy, Texas

This is the Silo House at Laughing Llama Farm in Troy, Texas. If you like llamas, farms, and silo house conversions, this may be your match made in heaven! Don’t miss other interesting silo homes like this, join our FREE Tiny House Newsletter for more!  The Laughing Llama Farm Silo House in Texas The silo [...]

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560 sq.ft. Studio Style “Pause House”

The “Pause House” is just that, a gorgeous spot where you can pause from the rat race of every day and find solace in a cozy modern cabin nestled in Yucca Mesa. The 560 square foot studio has all the luxuries of home and more — like a hot tub and soaking pool with dazzling [...]

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CrossRoads Park Model Tiny Home

Love a park model? These high-quality ones are built by CrossRoads Tiny Homes in Texas. They are real 2×4 construction and built to last! They have a number of floor plans available to suit your needs. The one below has a country/farmhouse vibe with a super spacious main bedroom in the back that makes it [...]

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The Hut AIA award-winning country home

600-sq.-ft. Open Concept Country Home

This is a beautiful off-grid cabin designed by Midland Architects and Liz Craig Dutton. The stunning Ohio Valley Hut, as they call it, sits atop a hill and features an open concept and striking cathedral ceilings. Covered in cedar shingles, a wall of windows looks out over the forest. There’s plenty of seating in the [...]

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Modern and Minimalist Tiny House in Sweden

This is a modern and minimalist one-level tiny house in Sweden called the KEU Mobile Home. The 37m2 (398 square feet) home includes a multi-functional living area/bedroom with a sofa bed, a luxurious bathroom, and a well-equipped kitchen with a murphy-bed style dining table that hides away when not in use. Don’t miss other awesome [...]

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915 Sq Ft Cottage Renovation in Germany

Katharina and her husband purchased this 1960s home that was once a holiday property and hadn’t been updated since it was built. While living in it, the couple has done a fantastic job taking it from old to new, while still retaining (or adding) so much charm to the building. There are exposed beams, a [...]

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Tiny House For Rent in China Spring, Texas

This is a tiny house for rent on a private farm in China Spring, Texas which is located about 12 miles northwest of Waco. The home is listed over at the Tiny House Marketplace on Facebook for $1,150 per month, small dogs are allowed with a deposit. It has an outdoor area, kitchen, bathroom, and [...]

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Seattle’s List of Pre-Approved Tiny and Small House Plans

If you’re looking to build a detached accessory dwelling unit in Seattle, the city has a list of pre-approved construction plans. This can streamline the permitting process, as all you need to do is pick a plan and connect with the designer. There are plans available in various sizes, from 288 square feet to 1000 [...]

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Beautiful Prefab Backyard Homes by Abodu

Abodu is a startup that specializes in building ADUs, or accessory dwelling units. These are small homes that are built on a concrete foundation and are designed to blend in with the main house. The backyard cottages are often used as rentals or extensions of the main home for family members. Abodu has already built [...]

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Two Story Italian Barn Turned Into a Two Unit Cottage

Wow! What a stunning spot! This renovated barn in Italy sits in a nature preserve in Brescia, Italy. The two-level barn has been turned into two studio-style apartments, each around 300 square feet. Both include their own micro kitchen and spa-like bathroom, and sleeping for three between the fixed beds and futons. You simply cannot [...]

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Josh Schweitzer’s Monument House in the Desert

This unique getaway was designed by architect Josh Schweitzer and was used as a private getaway up until recently. Freshly remodeled, the cubist-inspired cabins feature bold colors and all the amenities of home. There’s a great room and adjacent kitchen, along with a single bedroom (first floor) and bathroom with a luxurious walk-in shower. The [...]

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Ocotillo Plans for 560 sq. ft. Single Level Home

These small house plans would be perfect for anyone reaching retirement age. The single-level floor plan features a studio-style layout with the bedroom and living room dominating the space. There’s a comfortable L-shaped kitchen, a couple of closets, and a bathroom with a walk-in shower. At 560 square feet, it’s just a bit more spacious [...]

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Magical Treehouse in Austin, Texas

Looking for a secluded and magical treehouse experience in Austin, Texas? Look no further than this elevated wonder cabin! The one-of-a-kind rental is centrally located yet feels like a world away from it all. The space itself is modern and open, with high ceilings and plenty of windows to let in natural light. It seems [...]

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Clark Farm Silos in Kalispell, Montana

Looking for a unique and cozy place to stay in Kalispell, Montana? Be sure to consider the Clark Farm Silos where there are a total of five silos on a five-acre, three-generation family farm, offering guests a one-of-a-kind Flathead Valley experience. Each silo has been thoughtfully designed with a modern, minimalistic feel while maintaining the [...]

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