For much of her life, Milena Regos was hustling. Working long hours as a marketing executive and entrepreneur and burning the candle at both ends seemed like the only way to be successful. This all changed when Milena and her husband took a trip to Baja California and fell in … Read more
If you have summer plans to visit the beautiful Yosemite area, you might want to look into living for part of your time in a tiny village. Sierra Meadows takes a unique spin on the typical resort or camping area near this popular national park. Sierra Meadows is located near … Read more
Northern California stretches from San Luis Obispo County to the Oregon state line. It is diverse, grandly beautiful and chock full of tiny houses. They can be found on farms, ranches, vineyards and of course, backyards. Beginning March 5th, we could see them greatly multiply across San Luis Obispo backyards … Read more
While looking out on the beautiful but stark landscape of the Joshua Tree, California area, most people would not feel the need to put down roots in such an inhospitable area. With summer temperatures over 100 degrees F and cold winter winds, the area looks almost unlivable. However, there are … Read more
You are ready to make the leap into tiny house living. Check! You found a builder that offers financing. Check! You can easily make regular, affordable loan payments. Check! Even with all these positive factors, do you lack the funds to make the necessary down payment? Good news. Operation Tiny … Read more
California may soon be the most tiny house on wheels friendly state in the nation. Last week, San Luis Obispo became the second Californian city to legally create a place for moveable tiny houses, aka THOWs, outside RV parks. The city council unanimously voted to approve them in their new … Read more
Sierra Tiny Houses has been featured on the Tiny House Blog several times. Now the Northern California company is offering tiny house kits and Trailer Made trailers for anyone looking to build their own home in a much shorter time. The Roomy Retreat is one of the Sierra Tiny Houses … Read more
The lack of affordable housing and extremely high home prices in Northern California is hot news these days. In fact, it’s contributing to the massive migration of many of the state’s residents into other states and communities. Delta Bay Tiny House Resort on the San Joaquin River south of Sacramento … Read more
This Father’s Day weekend, join the nationwide celebration of the tiny house movement. The United Tiny House Association (UTHA) and TinyFest are joining forces to create a dynamic festival experience for all tiny enthusiasts across the nation and around the world to celebrate of our shared love for tiny living. … Read more
If you are interested in tiny houses, you are more than likely also interested in the classic canvas camping tent. These heavy duty, historical structures are becoming more popular all the time for lightweight airy living. If you want to try one out (and happen to be in Northern California) … Read more
Many tiny house builders are asked to include nearly all the amenities of a standard house into a smaller space. Sometimes it can be done. The new Roomy Retreat by Sierra Tiny Houses in northern California features both a main floor sleeping area, a living room AND sleeping loft inside … Read more
It’s the time year again. Flowers are blooming; birds are chirping. And tiny house celebrations are commencing. Long gone are the days of 1-2 scattered festivals per year. Enthusiasts can now choose from a delightful slew of events, stretching from coast to coast. Each one provides attendees with the opportunity … Read more