Tiny house living is extremely fashionable. Living in a trailer or caravan used to be something reserved for the travelling community. But nowadays you can find eco villages and tiny homes all across the country. Some people choose to park their tiny home in the back garden of a relative. Others choose to move from place to place, parking up in eco sites along the way. So, what are the actual pros and cons of giving up a traditional home, or a rental property and living in a home that is the same size as a caravan.
Pros of Tiny House Living
There are many advantages to tiny house living. One of the most important is the freedom it brings. This freedom however is not just the freedom to move around. It is also the economic freedom you will achieve. Buying a tiny home means waving goodbye to your mortgage or rental bills. Utility bills will also be almost non-existent as your miniature home will keep itself warm.
Not being tied to a mortgage will allow you to really enjoy life to the max. If work from home and don’t have children, it will also enable you to go wherever you want, whenever you want. With no repercussions to deal with. Living in a tiny home means leaving a minimal carbon footprint too. This should be a very important factor to consider when choosing between a standard and a tiny home.
Disadvantages
There are of course disadvantages of tiny living. As a lifestyle choice, if you like luxury, then a tiny home is not the right choice for you. If you crave space, nor is a mini home a good idea. But, if what you crave is outdoor space, and the freedom to move, then downsizing could be for you.
Tiny homes are built on caravan chassis, but should not be confused with traditional touring caravans. A miniature home does not have to be primitive, and it can include a fully fitted shower room, bedrooms, and of course a toilet that flushes.
Tiny living is perhaps not the best choice if you have children. Although it is entirely possible to build a tiny home with enough room for an entire family, older kids crave their own space. As you can move around as your like, a tiny house on wheels is perfect for families with preschool kids. With entire eco villages as well as many eco sites to choose from for your new home, you can move around whenever you like.
Affordability
If you like to have a fixed address but can’t afford a mortgage for a traditional property, there are still options open to you. These can include building your tiny home in the garden of a family member, or renting a traditional caravan pitch. This way you have the best of both worlds, but can up and move at the drop of a hat, as and when you want to. If you think that downsizing is the right option, contact us today. We can set the wheels in motion for your new house on wheels!