The Tiny House of Paul is a cozy forest retreat located in Cobden, Illinois on the grounds of the Center for Lost Arts. This tiny house features a full-sized loft with 6’3″ headroom providing treetop views, a screened-in porch, sunny deck, and outdoor grilling area.
Tiny House Nestled in the Trees
Images via Bonnie/Airbnb
Forest Retreat with Private Trails
Welcoming Entrance with Natural Setting
Cozy Interior Living Space
Kitchen and Dining Area
Sleeping Loft with Treetop Views
Screened Porch for Outdoor Living
Images via Bonnie/Airbnb
Located just a mile from downtown Cobden, this tiny house sits on a property filled with mowed trails, gardens, a pond, and a greenhouse. The property is part of the Center for Lost Arts, a retreat and learning space focused on traditional crafts and sustainable living.
Design Details
- Name: Tiny House of Paul
- Location: Cobden, Illinois (Southern Illinois)
- Property: Center for Lost Arts
- Layout: Four-room design
- Loft Height: 6’3″ (standing room)
- Heating: Radiant floor heating
- Cooling: Quiet air conditioning system
- Outdoor Space: Screened porch, sunny deck, Weber grill
- Property Features: Private trails, gardens, pond, greenhouse
- Pet Policy: Dog-friendly
- Distance to Town: Less than 1 mile to downtown Cobden
Lessons from This Forest Tiny House
- Loft Height Matters: A 6’3″ loft ceiling allows standing room and makes the sleeping area feel less cramped than standard low lofts
- Retreat Settings Add Value: Placing a tiny house on a learning center’s grounds creates a unique experience beyond just accommodations
- Radiant Floor Heating Works in Tiny Spaces: Efficient and unobtrusive, radiant heat is well-suited to compact footprints
- Outdoor Living Extends Usable Space: A screened porch and deck effectively expand the living area beyond the walls
- Rural Tiny Houses Benefit from Walkable Amenities: Being close to a town center provides convenience without sacrificing the forest setting
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