Get off-grid and disconnect from wi-fi and the hustle and bustle in this DIY eco-cabin in Blanco, Texas. The home sits on 40 acres of land and was designed and built by the couple renting it out — they have their own eco-cabin just 200 ft. from their rental. You’ll find a 1,500-gallon rainwater collection [...]
Tiny Cottages
Tiny Cottage in Nashville: Homestead Getaway
This is an adorable Tiny Cottage in Nashville designed and built by its owners who now rent the space on Airbnb. The home has been featured in Travel+Leisure, Southern Living, House Beautiful, the Tennessean, and USA Today, and is the most-wish-listed Airbnb in all of Tennessee! It’s easy to see why: The arched doorway leads [...]
A-Frame Glamping on the Mississippi River
Here’s another A-Frame inspired by Deek Diedricksen’s plans. Because of the hot weather in Missouri, they decided to frame in the expansion and it makes for some great extra space — very clever adaptation! You can book your stay here on Airbnb. There’s a nearby bathroom cabin with enclosed outdoor showers and private toilet/sink areas, [...]
Mario’s 10 x 10 Weekend A-Frame with Terrace
Mario is one of our Tiny House Talk readers and submitted this fantastic guest house/weekend cottage that’s an A-frame with a terrace (porch) and absolutely stunning views. He was inspired by Derek Diedricksen’s $1,200 transforming a-frame cabin (check it out here) and spent Saturday and Sundays building the a-frame with his brother over the span [...]
IdeaBox 400-Square-Foot Park Model: Retirement Tiny Home in Southern California
Chris and Cathy chose early retirement in this 400-square-foot park model built by IdeaBox in Oregon. The clean, modern design features an open floor plan with large windows throughout, a full bathroom with flush toilet, and outdoor living space including a separate “bunkie” guest room. The couple splits time between this Southern California home and [...]
They Built This Tree-Cabin 20-ft. Up In The Trees
Looking for an ultimate private retreat? Take three flights of stairs 20 feet into the trees and enjoy the BREEZE! This treehouse is located on 120 acres of private land, and there’s even a nearby wood-fired hot tub and sauna you can reserve during your stay. What’s really great about this stay is you won’t [...]
Fairytale Cob Cottage: Natural Building Rental with Living Roof in Scotland
This cob cottage in Moray, Scotland demonstrates natural building techniques using straw bales, earth, clay, round timber, and stone. The living grass roof completes the fairytale aesthetic while providing insulation and blending the structure into its surroundings. The cottage is available as a vacation rental. Design Details Location: Moray, Scotland Construction: Cob (earth, clay, straw) [...]
