Joe Chipman who we covered a while back in a post called Tiny Bunkhouse in the Woods has put together an ebook of his plans and photographs of his actual build of the bunkhouse and is now offering them for sale through the Tiny House Blog. This little bunkhouse goes … Read more
Governors Island in New York Harbor has long been known as a unique, historical destination. Now the 172-acre island has a glamping option that includes several beautiful tents and stylish shelters with views of the Statue of Liberty and Lower Manhattan. Collective Governor’s Island features glamping tents and shelters for … Read more
What better way to celebrate the official start of summer than with a post about camping tents? Now, these are not ordinary tents, but fully equipped, elevated bunk tents located on private campsites. They are also the brainchild of investment banker Michael D’Agostino who wanted to create a different camping … Read more
On a recent camping trip to the Gatlinburg, TN area my wife and I were driving around literally searching out tiny houses and tiny cabins. Certainly I can’t be the only one that does this. Alas, if you have ever visited the Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge areas you will know … Read more
Southern Utah has a special draw for anyone looking for adventure. Whether it’s the secret slot canyons, red hoodoos, or brazen night sky, this area of the Beehive State attracts outdoor lovers from all over world all year long. Utah camping options go way beyond the tent and RV. With … Read more
The classic, canvas covered tent is an elevated way to camp. More permanent and comfortable than a typical campsite, basecamps have been used for generations to have a “landed” place to set up a tent, wood stove, cooking area, fire pit and even an outdoor living room. Day trips for … Read more
Whew! Has it been hot enough this holiday weekend? It’s a good thing there is a new tiny house and glamping tent resort located on cooler shores. Pacific Dunes Resort is located on Copalis Beach on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula. The resort currently features several glamping tents, campsites, and one tiny … Read more
The theme for this year’s Burning Man, Caravansary, might be one of the most perfect for how the event works. The Persian word means either an Asian or North African inn for desert travelers or a group of people traveling together in a caravan. Both describe Black Rock City and … Read more
I’ve been doing a little series on affordable tiny house do it yourself or non-traditional houses for those who are interested in trying out tiny house living at a low price. Most involve some construction but they are all relatively simple to build. These are what we have looked at … Read more
If you ever needed a place to try out a variety of tiny living options, head up to Kennebunkport, Maine and the Sandy Pines Campground. The campground not only features Airstreams and traditional conestoga wagons, but also stargzing huts and A-frame “Hideway Huts”. Sandy Pines Campground has cottages, wagons and … Read more
It’s officially summer and now is the time to head off to our nation’s lakes, coastlines, mountains, and rivers. One way to get out and enjoy the weather is with a river rafting trip down some of the most beautiful waterways in the Sierras. In addition, these days of fun … Read more
Eco-mom Kassandra Brown is on an expedition to explore love, belonging and connection while living in a sustainable tiny house with her kids. Is there a correlation between the tininess of a house and the intimacy shared by the family dwelling within? If so, do close walls mean close connections, … Read more