So you like the idea of being a homeowner, but also consider yourself a minimalist?
You might be the perfect candidate for a tiny house.
These tiny abodes not only make it possible for more people to afford home ownership,
but if you stick some wheels on them, they become a way to travel around the world.
Be it a vacation getaway, a guest house, or just "home," we think tiny houses are here
to stay.
Feast your eyes on these incredible tiny houses for your dream home inspiration.
The Fox House
Emily and Sloane Southard's backyard guesthouse gives every tree house a run for its money
with a unique structure and adorable decor.
Inspired by Sloane's window restoration business, The Standard Stash, the two used leftover
windows to give the house its open feel and access to natural light.
At just 100 square feet, this luxurious Nashville hot spot is more than just a bedroom.
Labeled "The Fox House" after a poem by Wendell Berry, the home also features a living room
and office area for those in need of a quiet work space.
Bestie Row
Retirement homes aren't for everyone, as some people just want to get away from it all.
That was the case for Fred and Jodi Zipp who purchased a piece of property in no-man's-land
an hour and a half from Austin, Texas.
The area might be deserted, but the couple is far from lonely because three other tiny
houses sit on the property, housing three other couples, AKA their besties!
While they chose minimalism for the sleeping cabins, which were given the suitable name
"Bestie Row," a 1,500 foot common area was held to a higher standard.
Built for entertaining, as well as cooking, the common area holds commercial-sized cooking
utilities, a dining area, and a living room.
Then, of course, for those days too nice to eat indoors, they have a picnic area — complete
with a Big Green Egg — where a cold drink and a great view are the ideal finish to any
day.
The Pequod
If there was ever a tiny house that made you wonder how they've found room for it all,
it's the Pequod.
Set on wheels and ready to go on a moment's notice, this tiny home was built by Rocky
Mountain Tiny Houses for a family of four.
At just 26 feet long and 8 to 6 feet wide, this whimsical home would cost roughly $80,000.
Not bad, right?
Besides two lofted areas for the family to sleep in, the Pequod also comes with a huge
closet, a washer and dryer, as well as a composting toilet.
The stairs leading up to each loft hold storage, and a tucked away ottoman and bench saves
space in between meal times.
For those days when the small space might feel just a tad too tight, a wrap-around deck
provides plenty of room to stretch those legs.
The Bird's Nest
Featured on FYI's Tiny House Nation, "The Perch," designed by Kim Lewis, was created
for homeowners who've dedicated their lives to preserving wildlife — specifically, exotic
birds.
The exterior is made of several different found materials, all thrown together much
like a bird's nest, giving the home its second nickname, "The Bird's Nest".
A rustic interior mostly made from found objects continues the birdhouse theme, with wood floors
and countertops.
The walls are all lined with false tile and brick panels, the roof is made of salvaged
metal tiles, and even the fabric used to make the sofa cushions was made of discontinued
cloth swatches.
A lofted bedroom allows more room for the homeowners to kick back in their living room
and enjoy the view from the large mosaic of windows.
The Oceanside Retreat
The Oceanside Retreat is the ideal vacation spot.
With so many windows, staying there must feel like the house is floating on the ocean.
What this tiny home is lacking in size, it's made up for in gorgeous views and modern decor.
Unlike most tiny houses, this oceanfront property has a full-sized kitchen and luxurious bathroom.
A kitchen island and two stools save space while also providing a place to sit down at
a table for a meal.
The living room is super cozy with an electric fireplace and lounge chairs, making it the
perfect getaway spot even in the winter.
The Chateau Bathtub
Foy and Louisa Brown certainly know how to live, as the couple's off the grid floating
home provides them with a daily routine to envy.
According to Maine Home + Design, "Chateau Bathtub" is a 240-square-foot house that gives
the Browns nonstop "island" views and 24-hour access to nature.
The space is large enough for both a table for four and a kitchen island, as well as
a full kitchen.
An outdoor patio allows them to sit back with a cold one in their Adirondack chairs, and
is also the location of Louisa's flower garden and their outdoor shower.
The couple confessed that the only bad part about their tiny floating home is having to
close it up each fall, as it gets too cold to live on the water.
The Pacifica
Just one of the many tiny homes in the Caravan Tiny House Hotel community in Portland, Oregon,
"The Pacifica" is one of the newest accommodations on the property and can comfortably fit up
to four guests.
Designed to be wheelchair accessible, this tiny house has a roll-in shower and a bed
on the first floor.
Additionally, there's a second bed in the loft area that provides some privacy from
those sleeping below.
Talavera counter tops and custom stained glass windows are just a few of the elements that
give this mobile home its colorful decor.
Priced at $165 per night, the Pacifica provides internet access, air conditioning, a refrigerator,
and hot plate.
Of course, there's the option to make new friends over a large fire and some s'mores,
under the Portland stars.
The school bus loft
This artsy, self-employed couple started their own YouTube page to tell of their tiny house
adventure.
Felix Starck and Selima Taibi purchased a school bus to transform it into their very
own "loft on wheels," while driving across the country.
This mobile home is nothing short of stunning, with wood floors and countertops, accented
with white cabinets.
The kitchen is larger than those found in most New York City apartments, with a full-sized
stove and a collapsible dinner table.
Life on the road has allowed the couple and their dog to travel across America, to Canada,
all the way up to Alaska!
Now they're heading south back through the U.S. and down to Central America.
What a life!
The famous spite house
According to the Daily Mail, this 430-square-foot home was reportedly built after a divorced
couple were forced to split ownership of their original property.
According to the story,
"Allegedly a judge awarded the husband the house and the wife the front yard; so out
of spite she built the tiny home on top of her front yard to block out light and access
to her husband's property."
From the front, the house looks like any other, however, it's incredibly narrow throughout,
with just enough room for a foyer, living room, kitchen, bathroom, and master bedroom.
Regardless of whether the rumors behind this home hold any truth, it's become one of the
most famous tiny homes on the market.
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