Shawn and Heather invite you into their gorgeous tiny home retreat, where downsizing has unlocked new possibilities for travel, freedom, and enjoying the simple life. Formerly owners of a four-bedroom house, they found themselves mostly using just the living room, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom—so they decided to embrace a minimalist lifestyle. By selling their traditional home and moving into a beautifully crafted tiny house, they erased their mortgage, cut expenses, and created the flexibility to retire early and hit the road in their van.
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Comfort & Entertainment: Their living area seats up to six people comfortably, perfect for movie nights or visiting family. Indoor-Outdoor Flow: When the weather’s nice, they set up a table on the deck and gather around the fire pit for meals. Downsized but Fully Functional: Despite moving from a large kitchen, they have full-size appliances (stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer) and ample storage.
They shed unnecessary gadgets and kept only the essentials—discovering that most kitchen items were rarely used. No Mortgage: Selling their larger home eliminated their mortgage, paid down debts, and funded a van for traveling. Lower Utilities: Their lot rent (including water, trash, and maintenance) costs just $375, and the electric bill is a fraction of what they used to pay in a 1,900 sq. ft. house.
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Surprisingly Similar in Size: Their tiny home bathroom feels much like their old home’s, complete with a roomy shower and thoughtful storage. Smart Storage Solutions: Towels and toiletries stay neatly contained, proving that minimalism doesn’t mean sacrificing convenience. Even in a tiny house, they fit a king bed with storage underneath.
