Cozy yet Spacious! Park Model Tiny House with Downstairs Bedroom

Welcome to Chessie, a 399 sqft park model tiny house with a downstairs bedroom. It lives large for such a small space thanks to a spacious living room, kitchen, and covered porch. A 12 ft wide tiny house provides great opportunities for furniture placement, making this a great option for retirees, small families, or anyone seeking more flexibility for their evolving needs. We share a tour AND our small space design ideas for making this even more functional as a full-time tiny home. 🏡 Also, we share key differences between large park model manufacturers and smaller tiny house building companies.
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❇️ produced & shot by Tiny House Expedition's Christian & Alexis
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Video Chapters:
0:00 - Small Space Design series
0:25 - park model tiny home tour
2:10 - park model RV vs THOW
3:31 - big tiny house kitchen
5:02 - ship's ladder & loft bedroom
6:14 - tiny laundry room
6:32 - tiny bathroom
8:16 - ground floor bedroom
9:49 - spacious living room
13:10 - more tiny homes!
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[@TinyHouseExpedition]

A 12 ft wide tiny home opens up a world of possibilities compared to an 8.5 THOW! Enjoy a full tour of this 399 sqft park model Airbnb AND our small space design ideas for making this even more functional as a full-time tiny home. Got more ideas? Let us know below! See the booking link in the description above.🏡 *Ever considered life on the water? Watch a small floating home tour with pros & cons:* kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZSzc2NsoJh3npYsi=XUtWSrKgQqCdW6XO

[@lindahayes547]

Please put up more tours!! Thank you!!

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

@@lindahayes547 join us every Friday for a new tour! Next week, we’ll share a couple living on a bay in Florida in a 30’ tiny house with reversed living-bedroom downstairs and loft living room. 😊

[@kristenschnese6980]

Laminate lasts as long as you take care of it my mothers countertop was 43 years old we cleaned it up and the pioneer bought her house still have it cute house

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Excellent point!

[@CuzmicTarot]

That’s incredible ❤❤ Thank you for sharing that information with us. 😅✨🎯🪅

[@jenniferdyke3335]

I love the 12 foot width, and I agree that the walk-in shower would be better with one seat -- or none -- and you could put in your own if you want one. More room to move around in the shower is better! Lastly, I think the stairs could come out a bit more to make them less steep, plus enclosing the storage underneath would be preferred. Very nice park model, though! Love the kitchen and living room area, especially.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Great feedback all-around!

[@dawnroitblat7297]

All great comments. I was thinking the same thing. For me the place also needs more color or accents. Overall extremely nice.

[@racquellevias9297]

This home is beautiful. Perfect for my little family.

[@h.a.barker412]

I just love all of your videos! You both are great presenters, and all the variety of tiny house information never disappoints 😊

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

That means a lot-thank you kindly! ☺️❤️

[@dorisrosa62]

My dream kitchen beautiful white cabinets n looks spacy, love it all..

[@yourdesigndiva]

I really enjoy your videos talking about the changes that could be made for permanent living in tiny homes.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

So happy to hear it! We plan to release about 1 a month ☺️

[@0livelanette859]

Park Model are nicest model 100% ! 💞🌿🌺🌿🌼🌱 💕

[@GG-qy2wy]

This is a beautiful home! I love the downstairs bedroom with its own mini split! ❤ The whole home is decorated perfectly! The porch is very nice. I would screen that in. Grest tour!

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@jessicajessie1849]

I love your videos! Thank you for what you do!

[@ListedInTheSouth]

This park model home is laid out very well.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

💯love how open the main living space is!

[@CuzmicTarot]

❤❤ Acony Bell! Really gives Diversity and all walks of life. Listen, Alex & Chris. 🤝🏾🙌🏾💝🫶🏾😅 Thank you for revisiting. I am so excited to get into this episode. We look forward to seeing so much more content. 💃🏾🔥🤝🏾😻✊🏾🙌🏾🧚🏾‍♀️ Thank You, From Toronto ON.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

We just love Acony Bell! Can't wait to share all the amazing & very different tiny homes and tiny homeowners we had the pleasure of filming this past month 💖

[@CuzmicTarot]

@@TinyHouseExpedition YeSssS 🔥🥳🫶🏾🧚🏾‍♀️

[@HandbagDiva]

I love this property. I could be very happy with a place here.

[@donnettewebster2504]

I love this park model.

[@GrummanIsComin]

I love your videos and your suggestions. 👍😄👍

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Thank you! 🥰💕

[@bettiegross1767]

I love this home.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Very livable ☺

[@user-fl1ds7li8j]

What a home!! The layout is fantastic ❤❤❤.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Really is a lovely & very livable layout! 🙌

[@KittyKAT666Meow]

A good idea would be to not only have one bathroom but it would be awesome to have a half bath room in a tiny house so other family members or guests can use encase one bathroom is being used.

[@DawnOldham]

My favorite thing about this video was the 12 ft width and your comments re: little changes you would make. You have toured so many tiny homes that you two are a wealth of information. This is a great video to watch when planning your own tiny home! Great job!

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

So happy to hear you’re enjoy this style of tour with us! ☺️ Anytime we’re in a small space rental, we can’t help ourselves with the idea brainstorming so why not share with everyone 😄

[@user-fb4uh2yz9o]

This is really nice. I would close in the porch with screens.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Good call! 😁

[@anniemorrison1250]

This is beautiful. I would prefer a tiled shower with a bench seat. I have one now and it is the best. I could even use it to wash my dog if I had one. Someday I will live tiny and have a dog.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Yes! Best wishes with your future tiny home planning ❤️

[@laurashrodeanderson7283]

This park model is VERY APPEALING to someone looking for their first tiny for two! It has EVERYTHING, but I would stretch that 'staircase" to the upper floor out as far as I could and enclose the underneath. Two benefits - less steep stairs and delightful storage. Love you guys!!

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Appreciate you! 💕☺️ And we definitely agree about those stairs being a big storage opportunity

[@randallhill7979]

That place is very nice 👍 beautiful

[@wandamackenzie144]

This is incredible. Love all the windows!!

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

So light & airy! Also really love the flexibility of an extra wide tiny home

[@cmsmith3010]

No thank you. Doesn’t seem like they make the best use of all that extra width. It seems like they did cheapen it as much as possible. But thanks for letting us take a good look. I appreciate your channel.

[@Moerocha62]

Beautiful tiny! I loved all your ideas to make it more livable. You guys are the experts!

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Ahh thank you so much! 🥰 We’re a little obsessed 😆

[@sherylclements2846]

I absolutely love this layout. I love the bigger kitchen, but not "too" big where there's also a good sized living room. In the bedroom? That nook area, I would honestly make that a double hanging closet with a barn door covering it, because there's plenty of wall space next to it, and maybe put a mirror on the barn door. But overall? I'm going to definitely look into this one. Planning on moving within 2 years, to retire. Thanks! Love all your vids!!

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Love the closet idea for that nook! We appreciate your continued support ☺️💕

[@kayfabe591]

Yes to all the excellent alternatives suggested by hosts, A & C. 👍 The kitchen's U-shaped work triangle is a win! A galley layout may be a necessity in an 8.5' & 10' wide TH, but opening those oven, dishwasher, cabinet, and fridge doors in this home will not impede family, friends, and furpals from passing by.😊 A covered porch is sweet for several options, imo. I'd enjoy it for guest entertainment space--hammock snoozes--wet weather gear coats/boots rack--seasonal decorations.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Porch life is the best! And we totally agree on the kitchen shape-the chef’s kiss 😘

[@dawnsullivan6233]

The living area seems decent for one person, maybe two

[@teresahamm9483]

How nice great video

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Thank you!!

[@teresahamm9483]

You're welcome

[@marianfrances4959]

Beautiful

[@user-qk3ew4up3o]

I like it but I would turn that room for the kids into a closet and storage area but I love the kitchen

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Dig it! You can store so much up there 😃

[@whitneybrown4067]

This is Gonna b so Cool THE😎🔥🔥🔥👍n Happy Friday😀….

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Hope you enjoy the show & your weekend! 💕💃🕺💫

[@segundacuenta726]

Hi. I think this modality of the both of you trying a place and commenting your thoughts and thought process is a nice addition and something I haven't seen anywhere else. My suggestion is to alternate these videos with the regular ones where you don't appear and it is all about the owners, etc. Of course you'll see how these fare compared to the regular stuff. You certainly are knowledgeable and your advice and tips have value. Yet in these last videos you also mix an informal look and feel that is kind of more direct, down to earth and friendly. It would be awesome if in the future you could have (own) 1 of each type of tiny house (renting them of course but living in each for a while and commenting long term differences). Cheers

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Fantastic feedback. Thank you! Our plan is to alternate between the two; moving forward, we’ll probably feature us once per month. Longer term stays are tough. Besides the design ideas, we also will feature some where we share top considerations for converting a train car or living full-time on a floating home. 😊

[@lilliankoponen9760]

i stayed 2 nights in Ch)essie about a month ago - with my 2 dogs!! Fabulous! i never went upstairs lol. yeah i loved the kitchen & living room! a great addition for the deck would be closable gates (🐕🐶)

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Very cool & happy to hear! Good idea on the gates 😄

[@jeanbaker2087]

The loft is claustrophobic.

[@buddymccormack8668]

I think park model mobile homes got an upgrade when Tiny Houses got shoved into that category, but this one was very nice. I agree with the under-ladder broom storage, great idea. The outlet behind the couch is absolutely useless, unless it's wired to a switch, and you put lamps on end tables next to the couch and use that outlet. In the kitchen I noticed the lower cabinets are mostly corner cabinets that are harder to use, I heard someone say that below the countertop should only be draws that pull out to you and above the countertop should be cabinets you reach into, because it just works better. and hooks, lots more hooks.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

We think you’re right, Buddy! Tiny houses on wheels came along and started using the same building standards but with more residential quality materials and more customization 👌

[@buddymccormack8668]

@@TinyHouseExpedition Have you seen the tiny houses from Fritz Tiny homes in Canada? possibly some of the nicest in north America.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

@@buddymccormack8668 we have; love their work!!

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

@@buddymccormack8668 we have; love their work!!

[@raysun2be]

I do like the park models and this one is 13:36 nice, pretty well laid out. This one wouldn't work for me as a single senior that needs one floor living but I can see this working for a couple or family. I agree about the shower, just give me a regular walk in, and I'll pug a fold up seat in if ever needed. Some of the park model builders do offer choices of backsplashes and colors and even tiled showers. Thanks for the tour!

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Appreciate your feedback & perspective! There are lots of great park model builders out there; definitely worth shopping around to find a quality one with great design & finishes options 😊✨

[@dawnsullivan6233]

The bed upstairs cannot probably spring up for Storage, but maybe if there was some sort of wooden frame around the mattress and the whole thing slid out straight on wheels

[@dawnsullivan6233]

I personally think that the bed should always have either a bed with the spring and storage underneath or captains drawers. Otherwise a waste of space.

[@marieblanchedumont5634]

That is nice to sort thé good and thé bad in this plan.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Thanks for the feedback 🙂

[@helenruth5024]

I love laminate countertops ! Wood does not do well with water without diligent maintenance . Stone is not kind to glass and ceramic .

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Great feedback; thanks for sharing!

[@brendafulmernickel1218]

I love it, but pricing would be a plus if discussed. The reason is the bombarded calls from Insurance companies has caused a deep reluctance for phone calling. Having to call to acquire information is a drawback for many people.

[@janinafisher101]

I like your feedback on this, to which I would add that whoever built this has no idea how long a piece of clothing on a hanger is. That upstairs clothes hanger might actually work if you lost the shelf above the hanger, and hung the rod higher. With the closet downstairs you could put two rods for more hanging space. I have even hung another rod below that wasn't as long (wide) as the upper rod (attaching it to the upper rod with rope or a chain), and leaving a wee bit of space at one end for a few dresses or anything longer. I totally think that drawers are much better use of space in a kitchen than the standard 24" deep cabinets. The pull-outs are helpful but depending on style can take up some of the room inside the cabinet. If you put windows on either side of the upstairs loft bedroom you could have a divider in the middle (set back enough for walking (crawling? LOL) space at the edge, and curtain off the end for privacy for two kids, or two separate guests, and each space would have its own natural light and ventilation. I'm surprised that they didn't tidy up those cords below the TV. Ugh. Such a simple fix. I don't like sofas or TVs (I have neither) but they seem to be popular. I could totally see four matching comfy armchairs around a round coffee table in that living space instead. I'd have a bathtub rather than a shower, and definitely a medicine cabinet. It can so easily be recessed into the wall! I actually don't like the layout of this bathroom. It feels a bit institutional. But Alexis, your comment about wallpaper is a great suggestion. One could also paint the backsplash in the kitchen for an inexpensive pop of colour. Just use gloss or semi-gloss paint for easy clean-up. Oops, this was long. Sorry you asked? LOL!

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Right?! It’s lovely but just dying for some pops of color. 😁 But to each their own for sure; we’re always partial to a more vibrant color palette. Great feedback on closets!

[@suezaple4950]

Love the width , love when you both mention what you would do in these home's.that bathroom does need something for sure., It is so plain. Hate that counter idea in the one bedroom its ugly. I definitely agree with the changes you would do, Id change the plain counter in the kitchen to wood for sure . This place needs some color I don't care for it as it is too plain , My happy place would have some timber and color

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Us too-such a warm inviting combo! 🌈

[@suezaple4950]

Yes indeed

[@feliciasampson8032]

I agree with your ideas. I really like this one but I'd like a less steep staircase with storage incorporated. Love the porch and French doors. How much would a park model like this run?

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

About $100k for a new one of this size. 😅 Think this is the Bankhead park model by Clayton Homes: www.rrcrockwall.com/clayton-park-models#:~:text=The%20Bankhead,%E2%80%8BBase%20Price%3A%20%24100762.00&text=Base%20prices%20include%20delivery%2Fset,contract%20totaling%207%20year%20coverage.

[@feliciasampson8032]

Thank you! I'll check them out.

[@joanneganon7157]

Hay,I love the width unfortunately it costs more🤑! I do love the lay out,very nicely done 🎉. JO JO IN VT 💞

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

So true! One big downside 🙃

[@terrycosby2078]

I have land in Tennessee I'm interested in one like the park model with a full basement.....

[@Sheila-wb7rt]

I want a bathtub even a small one

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

That’s definitely possible in this size tiny home 😁

[@SherryD235]

Love this layout!! Who is the builder/ company that built this one?

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

This was built by Clayton Homes 🙂

[@carebear6391]

If I have land but I wanted to buy a tiny home to live in, where can I get one?

[@jodyboatright41]

❤

[@kallasusort2986]

They are a good option. Unfortunately I can't even afford a Park Model or Tiny home. The costs just keep going sky high - then to find a space or land to put them on - ridiculous with all the regulations. It would be easier to get a tent and live under a bridge.

[@SherriB33377]

@TinyHouseExpedition I am writing to ask you for my cousin that’s 68 and legally blind now due to glaucoma it’s so hard to find something she can afford. Her credit is excellent 798 and I am 60 and take care of her. How much would it cost to rent this home to buy or to just rent it. We live in Ga and so wish they had tiny homes up in north ga we so desperately need to be closer to her doctors in Atlanta. She will have her 3rd Cornea Transplant June 3rd. Please let me know about how much a Tiny House like this would be and what is the best way to actually reach you guys. I have been subscribe to your channel for some time now I was so happy that your video popped up in my utube feed. Thank you so much and I pray you guys can help us. Sherri

[@LastChanceTinyHouse]

Design is everything. The loft is huge but planned all wrong, and the down stairs bedroom looked cramped. And those steep stairs, I could see someone falling late at night. The best thing about this semi tiny house is the kitchen. I wonder if the porch could have been screened in. It blow my mind to see such a big house designed not so great. Makes me wonder if the owners live tiny or just went cheep so they could add another rental.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Design does makes all the difference. You could definitely screen in that porch!

[@trailtrade]

My guess is in 5 years Acony Bell will be an over 55 mobile home park. These larger permanent structures will push the THOW out and rent will continue to climb at an alarming rate.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Hmm not sure about that 🤔 there are only a few park models there now and diverse mix of ages currently. But the tiny home world leans older adult female for sure.

[@debradevine3949]

There are some beautiful ones for sale in Simple Life community in Flat Rock North Carolina!

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Hope to film some there in the future!

[@debradevine3949]

@@TinyHouseExpedition please come film my home.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

@@debradevine3949 thank you for the invitation! Please email us at [e-mail] ☺️🙏

[@Sheila-wb7rt]

And less windows and more wall

[@janetandrews1306]

How expensive is insurance? Do you have to run a dehumidifier to prevent mold?

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Running a dehumidifier is a very good idea in these, especially depending on insulation quality and climate. Insurance annually can range from $800-$2k

[@tabitha-sk5kc]

Ok, is a park model the same thing as mobile home, or modular home? I know its different from a tiny house on wheels, but I'm a little confused about what exactly it is.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Completely understandable! It is confusing. The main difference between all of those is what building standards they use and size limitations. Park model RVs can only be 400 sqft; though, small lofts & covered porches are bonus space. They’re also meant for recreational use; however, many local areas don’t restrict year-round use or expressly allow full-time use. Most tiny house on wheels builders built to park model RV standards but exceed them; some can even be certified as modular homes too. Both modular & manufactured housing are built off-site in factories and both are considered residential housing. However, there are many key differences when it comes to strictness of building codes, building materials, mobility, customization, etc. Here’s a great breakdown: www.bankrate.com/real-estate/modular-vs-manufactured-homes/#difference

[@tabitha-sk5kc]

Oh wow, thanks so much for info!

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

@@tabitha-sk5kc most welcome!

[@DW...]

Very nice, approximate price of this?

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Around $100k

[@donaldstrickland8093]

The roof of the loft would have to be 5 feet higher

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

We can understand that 😁 just couldn’t be done in a park model RV

[@nigellutze9981]

I'm 6 foot 5 inches, the upstairs bedroom would be ridiculous for me to get into. Full height please! Also, stairs, no ladders for me.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

We hear that! For a tiny home on wheels, you might like single level models or ones like this with a full standing height loft: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fWW9aKOrbrWifdEsi=uep9mMs3yK0umn49

[@janetandrews1306]

Flush toilet or compost?

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Flush 😀

[@user-ir4ro1xh1p]

Average cost or range?

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Depending on various factors, the cost range for a park model is about $75-$130k

[@R-zg4zg]

This is funny viewing as someone from the UK, at almost 400sq ft this is approximately half the size of a standard UK home! So would not really consider this 'tiny', but equivalent to a starter home or flat. It's curious, as you point out, that there are many inefficiencies in terms of space and storage despite being larger than a standard tiny. Makes me think that all homes should do the tiny approach to storage - anything can be a cupboard 😂

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

🤣so very true! It always amazes us at how much efficient design really matters in small home--250 square feet can feel more livable than 550 sqft 😄

[@Jsfreedom]

IT'S SO SAD HOW MOST PEOPLE ARE MORE LIKELY TO LITSEN TO SOMEONE TELL THEM HOW GETTING MORE MEANINGLESS MATERIAL THINGS WOULD BE A BETTER OPTION; BUT, WHEN THE SUBJECT OF LOVING "ALL PEOPLE" COME UP, YOU CAN HEAR CRICKETS IN THE NEIGHBORING STATE! MORE STUFF IS THE LAST THING WE NEED. HASN'T THAT ALREADY BEEN ACHIEVED IN EXCESS? BEING CONTENT WITH WHAT WE HAVE, IS A GOOD OPTION. USING WHAT WE ALREADY HAVE TO BLESS OTHERS TOO, WILL DEFINITELY BE THE BETTER CHOICE. I DON'T NEED SOMEONE TO COME IN MY HOME TO CONVINCE ME OTHERWISE.

[@phylliscole9456]

Storage

[@metallicmuse]

It's soooo biiiiiggggg!

[@user-hk4gg2eu3e]

Love your videos but oh, Alex, that voice!

[@gingernotturno5365]

I wouldn't want a park model unless I absolutely had to .....they are drafty just like a mobile home, paper thin walls everything is cheap and some still use asbestos in the walls I wouldn't want that ....

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

You raise important points! The world of park model RVs is quite diverse in terms of quality; they’re very high quality materials used for some and the opposite for others. Definitely important to due your research before buying!

[@janetandrews1306]

No cross ventilation on that lift bedroom 🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️

[@janetandrews1306]

Meant loft bedroom!!

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Such an important point!! That makes a world of difference in a loft; every loft should do that 🌬️

[@phylliscole9456]

You all don't even sound convinceing

[@dawnsullivan6233]

I personally think that the bed should always have either a bed with the spring and storage underneath or captains drawers. Otherwise a waste of space.