People often wonder if tiny houses are practical for families. They might work for an individual or a couple, but what happens when a baby comes into the picture?
Macy Miller had her first child while living in the beautiful, modern tiny house on wheels she designed and built herself. She knew the house made sense for the way she used space, and was excited to have a home of her own without taking out a mortgage. She wasn’t actively planning to have children when she designed the home, but she made sure her design could accommodate an additional room, just in case. When I visited her last spring, she was happy with the house as it was, but was also open to making changes in the future based on what her family needed:
Macy: I did consider all the options, even having a kid. My life could have gone any number of directions, so I designed it to be very flexible. I designed the porch so it could be enclosed, so if I wanted more privacy, I could have a separate bedroom, or it could be a little nursery. I thought about doing it, but I love my porch, and I don’t need it: kids want to be around their parents… There may be a point that it makes sense for her to have a separate space, and I enclose that patio and it becomes her room.
Macy Miller Adds a Child’s Room to her Tiny House
Images © Billy Ulmer
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This Whimsical Tiny Silo Cabin/Fairytale Cottage is located in Tyringham, Massachusetts. It’s designed to be a honeymoon cabin but you can definitely use it for any sort of vacation or getaway so I’ve added it tour tiny house vacations category.
This rustic tiny home sits on a beautiful garden estate with a few other cabins on the property as well. The silo cottage is great two people. I think it also serves as a wonderful source of inspiration for your own future cabin project because it’s a great example of what you can do by rehabbing another structure to build your tiny home, or in this case a tiny house vacation!
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Tiny Silo Cabin Built from Reclaimed Materials As a Whimsical Fairytale Vacation Cottage in Tyringham, MA!
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Planning a summer trip to Europe? Check out this funky gypsy wagon that’s located on a beautiful property in southern France. This cabin is just right for two people staying on a holiday here.
With a small front porch you can enjoy the view of the surrounding property.
Inside the wagon you can see how cozy the bedroom is plus there are a few sitting chairs for reading.
The bathroom is located at the back of the cabin. Outside is a nice gazebo for outdoor cooking.
What do you think of this gypsy wagon? Would you stay in this bed and breakfast?
Gypsy Wagon Bed and Breakfast in France
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Want to try living tiny for a weekend? You could stay in this rustic and luxurious tiny cabin in Coverdale, California.
With views of Alexander Valley wine country you can can sip a glass of wine on the outdoor deck or catch the view from the bathroom while relaxing in the bathtub.
This tiny cabin is has an open bedroom with desk and mini kitchenette. Towards the back of the cabin is the bathroom.
On the property there is also a main house and a 25 yard infinity pool that guests can use. Sounds pretty, nice doesn’t it? It’s even better when you see it so please enjoy and re-share below. Thanks!
Rustic and Luxurious Tiny Cabin
Images © Airbnb
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One of our amazing readers, Mindy Lee, spotted this Floating Cottage Home in Estero Bay which is just north of me in Florida.
Mindy was able to circle around it on her boat and capture some photos for us. Unfortunately, we don’t have any interior shots to share but I wanted to start by sharing this and seeing if I can somehow find out more.
Our big thanks to Mindy Lee for sharing and I hope you enjoy and re-share below. Thank you!
Estero Bay Floating Cottage Home
Images © Mindy Lee
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I was just contacted by Lauren Gagliardi, a researcher for RAW, which is a UK-based production company working on a television show based on families living off-grid.
They’re the same people behind Discovery’s Gold Rush. Here’s what she shared with me to pass along to you, in case you’re interested…
The basic premise of the show is to meet families who are living off-grid and having some difficulties adjusting. The families may have recently moved off-grid or have particular difficulties in the winter season. An expert will go and meet the families and advise on how to solve their biggest off-grid problems before the winter season approaches.
Casting Call for Off-Grid Living TV Show
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Have you been wanting to try out living tiny in a cozy little houseboat like this one?
Here’s a chance you can try it in the Queens, New York area! I didn’t expect to find this here, how about you? So I added it to the tiny house vacations category.
This houseboat is actually two stories with two bedrooms… One of them has a queen bed and the other a twin. Inside you’ll also even find a kitchen, bathroom, wood burning fireplace, office/desk, and more.
This is a safe and gated private marina one block away from subways and two blocks away from a beach! Please enjoy and re-share below. Thank you!
Cozy Little Houseboat Vacation in Queens, New York
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With a full bathroom and kitchen this tiny vintage camper is perfect for a tiny house vacation in Oakland, CA. The caravan is a 1964 Kenskill camper that was originally used as a food truck to deliver cupcakes and other treats in Arizona.
The owners have rearranged the interior and completely renovated it. Now it’s a great spot to vacation especially if you have ever been curious about living tiny. This would be a great way to try it out.
Inside the camper caravan as you go in the front door to your right is the bed/couch, the kitchen is directly in front of you and to the left is a small dining area with the bathroom at the very end of the unit.
All the details in this camper are awesome. I love the cupcake curtains. If you are interested in vacationing in this vinatge caravan check it out on Airbnb.
1964 Kenskill Vintage Camper
Images © Airbnb
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I’m excited to share this tropical tiny house with you. I’d love living here, how about you? The private one bedroom guest house is located in Topanga Canyon, California. And it’s available to rent through Airbnb. The surrounding property is lush with greenery, secluded patio areas, hammocks and daybed. I can imagine the daybed out front being very cozy on a lazy afternoon.
Inside the tiny cottage is a living area and open kitchen. The one bedroom is just off from the living room. And the bathroom is awesome because of the rock shower… And don’t miss the outdoor seashell bathtub. The interior walls of the home are a mix of rocks and bamboo weaving. The entire house is not very big however I do not have exact measurements. Please enjoy and re-share below. Thanks!
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Tropical Tiny House in California
Images via Darrell/Airbnb
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