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Vistabule Teardrops New Daytripper Trailer

Vistabule has long been one of my favorite teardrop designs. I enjoy the big windows, the ability to change the bed into a couch and work or use as a living space in bad weather. I also like the sleek...

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Tiny Rentals Big Returns

Not surprisingly, tiny homes and small spaces are now also gaining popularity as vacation and short-term rental options in the U.S. and around the globe. Folks looking for the simplicity and ease of a...

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The Psychological Impact of Downsizing: Mental Health Benefits of Tiny Living

Downsizing is often seen as a primarily practical activity. It definitely has benefits in this regard, as simplification naturally lends itself to a streamlined existence. But it’s also important to...

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How Do You Know How to Build A Tiny House?

It was 2007 when we bought 15 acres in Western North Carolina. We knew we wanted to build something sustainable at the time, but we hadn’t yet envisioned how. Over the next year, we researched several...

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Living Green in a Tiny Home: Tips and Tricks

If you care about the environment and want to make the world a better place, you’re already on the right track if you live in a tiny home. With a smaller space, you’ll likely use fewer utilities than a...

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10 Best Places to Park a Tiny House

Where do you park your tiny house once you have made the decision to go tiny? This is one of the questions I get asked most often. To be honest it is best to have this figured out before you purchase...

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2024 Permaculture Adventure Bundle

Running from July 1–4th, our friends over at permies.com are offering a Permaculture Adventure Bundle to help you progress with your sustainable journey. Could 2024 be the year your homesteading goals...

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Creating a Vacation Rental Business with Tiny Homes

Cozy rental spaces are big business on rental sites right now. Folks who are looking to get away from their daily lives are flocking to cost-effective, tiny spaces that are well-appointed, stylish, and...

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Do tiny houses have to be on wheels?

Do tiny houses have to be on wheels? This is a frequent question I receive and I wanted to make sure the answer was here on the blog so those looking for it have the answer. Tiny houses do not have to...

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Henry David Thoreau and Tiny Houses

Many tiny housers have found inspiration in the writings of Henry David Thoreau, and Laura LaVoie is no exception. In this month’s issue, Laura shares her own journey and how her personal walk in the...

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Understanding the Cost of Tiny Home Ownership: A Financial Breakdown

A tiny home can be a great way to simplify your way of life. One of the reasons many people adopt this approach is to benefit from the greater financial freedom a house with lower costs can offer. It’s...

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DIY Steps to Building a Tiny House

To save money many DIY self-starters consider building their own tiny homes. I highly recommend taking on a smaller project first to test your skills. Doing something simple like a chicken coup or a...

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Laysea and Travis’ Tiny House

Tiny is a relative term. After living in a 65-square-foot van for half a decade, the thought of living in a house with just over 300 square feet felt like a significant upgrade! In March of 2020 when...

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5 Tips for Trying Tiny Living

Before making the commitment to live tiny permanently you need to test it out. Following are some tips and locations to try it out. Test the Waters in tiny house living. 1. Rent a Tiny House One of the...

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Tiny House with a Blacksmith and a Beekeeper

The romance of a bygone era, along with the curiosity and intrigue of age old crafts, shaped the person I am today. I was fascinated with the 19th century growing up: the technologies of the time and...

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Safety First: Key Repairs and Upgrades for Your Travel Trailer or RV

It is all the rage to upgrade trailers and RVs to look cute and feel cozy, like tiny homes on wheels — but the upgrades that most trailer owners truly need are rarely seen on social media. Repairs and...

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Bivvi Camp introduces Mid Camp Cabin

Bivvi Camp, based in Sisters, Oregon, specializes in designing and constructing high-quality, sustainable mobile cabins. Founded in 2019 by architects and builders passionate about outdoor living,...

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Living Tiny with the Bushes

Marek and I met in middle school at the tender age of 13. We “dated” for about a year during the 8th grade and Marek told me at one point that he would make me his wife.  After that year of dating we...

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TinyFest California Bay Area 2024 

Tour over two dozen tiny homes and ADUs! Meet builders and industry experts who can help your tiny living dreams come true.  Plus, Two stages with informative and inspirational presentations, a Simple...

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Tiny House Stories

Today, we’re going to talk about some cool stories about tiny houses. Imagine living in a house that’s just the size of your bedroom, kitchen, and living room all rolled into one. Sounds fun, right?...

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