A Dream Tiny House Retirement - Simple Downsized Living At It's Best

Brenda and Peter sold up their big home and downsized into a brilliantly designed tiny house to free up capital and live big in their retirement! Their home is super low maintenance and gives them the freedom to focus on the things in live that really matter to them, spending quality time with their family and travel!
The home has a single level design with downstairs bedroom and everything has been designed to be highly functional and easily accessible. This tiny house has a huge kitchen, a great sized bathroom and loads of storage!
Next to the main dwelling is an additional pod which functions as Brenda's craft room and Peter has his workshop, so there's still plenty of space for hobbies and keeping busy. The couple have also used some of the money from the sale of their large home to purchase a caravan allowing them to explore the country in style!
Their tiny house was constructed by their daughter Rebecca, who owns a tiny house building company (www.tinyhouseb...). They were initially inspired to downsize after trying out tiny house living during lockdown and loved it so much, they felt their larger home no longer made sense.
This is a fantastic house design which has given Brenda and Peter greater quality of life in retirement. We hope you enjoy the tour!
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Presented and Produced by: Bryce Langston
Camera: Rasa Pescud & Bryce Langston
Editing: Sarah Binder & Rasa Pescud
Title music in this video by Bryce Langston: / brycelangston
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[@livingbig]

One of the things I've always loved about tiny houses, is that they can help to free up resources and improve quality of life. In this case, Brenda and Peter have sold up their larger home and downsized into a wonderful tiny house, giving them greater financial freedom for their retirement. Again, it's awesome to see a fantastic example of multigenerational living working really well, with their tiny house parked up on their daughters land. We hope you enjoy the tour! With Love, Bryce & Rasa

[@juliemackenzie1978]

Another beautiful tiny house. 👍😊👏 Thank you for sharing this video with us. 👍🇨🇦😊

[@sharonromero128]

Well said, Bryce. Absolutely agree. This is a beautiful, functional, freedom-feeling home. A wonderful retirement home and land. Thanks so much, Bryce and Rasa. Many, many blessings

[@mmariemarkel7482]

Oh my!! I can easily see why this is an award winning design. And the vista just takes ones breath away. From what I've seen in your vids New Zealand seems to be one of the prettiest, unspoiled lands I've ever seen, thanks you you and Rasa. This tiny home not only checks all the boxes for them, but also for me. It's highly wheelchair accessible from front to back. Especially with all that expanse of deck. I love the little craft pod and wish there had been a more in depth view and the storage solutions for two such different crafts. And that little greenhouse garden was just meant for puttering around care-free. I think the only thing I would have changed it adding a cooktop and oven, since cooking for me isn't just a necessity, but I think of as another craft. Thanks for bringing this tiny house. It's going in my top ten folder.

[@carltongirl95]

Absolutely beautiful and what a great couple...I wouldn't change a single thing if this was mine though the pod might need a bathroom because my daughter could live in that lol...the view's are amazing...thankyou Bryce and Rasa and can I just say my thought's are with all Kiwi's during these horrible flood's I've lived through a flood (in Shepparton not the recent flood's) but didn't have landslides to deal with as well 😥🇦🇺💜

[@camilladopson2486]

This is weird. Looks fake. Like it was produced by a architectural visualisation programme.

[@SusanSlattery]

I LOVE THIS HOME! Love the extra pod, love the kitchen, the bedroom, all the storage, NO ladder, NO loft. PERFECT.

[@behuman5725]

Agree. Best is the bedroom isn’t a loft with a ladder or narrow stairs -this excludes tall people and the older generation. This house is great!

[@JohnJTowerJr]

I enjoyed learning about the floor plan. It’s distinctive compared to the others on the channel. I love how they separated each room because it gave the illusion of more space. I love this channel! So glad they make this content.

[@jt.s.7418]

Yes, exactly what I feel. It's perfect 👌

[@diannewallyn5686]

Agreed! And there are no compromises. Great size kitchen, bedroom, wardrobe, bathroom, deck… and that pod is the icing on the cake!

[@loeshalberstadt9998]

I so agree.

[@karengossett1475]

I totally agree with this intelligent lovely couple! After I retired I started to purge things that I knew my children would not want. The freedom of unnecessary “stuff” was liberating! Sold my home and bought a small house! I love it! ❤

[@suestutzle2779]

Finally, a tiny house person who loves sewing and quilting. I love her sewing room pod. I could spend many happy hours working in there. I love their house. What a dream it all is. Being retired, the last thing you want is to be tied to a house that demands a lot of cleaning or has a lot of stairs. This house has everything anyone could wish for. Life is too short to not be living in style, peace, happiness and in Brenda and Peter's case, a great view to boot!!!

[@sncwang5129]

I agree! Finally a sewing and quilting space! I love this home design but especially the pod!

[@maryunson7458]

Exactly! And did you notice the artwork to the left of the couch in the lounge area? Looks like it might be one of her quilted pieces?? So beautiful

[@suestutzle2779]

@@maryunson7458 Yes, I think it would be and the beautiful one in her sewing room too. Beautiful quilting.

[@philstone5195]

Another winner! One suggestion for Bryce: don't change anything. It's your personality that gives your channel the charisma it needs. Keep churning them out, as I always enjoy your artful presentations.

[@wrs8778]

É verdade!

[@heatherwelch-c2j]

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[@ps...]

Getting up in the morning to that view is no more than a blessing❤️ The house is not too tiny and not too big, just perfect in size. That large deck and white interiors makes the house look even bigger than it is. Their caravan looked stunning too. Love it👏🏻❤️

[@hamey]

Once again this is one of the better models. I like everything on one level. And that view, I'd be out on that deck all the time. Living close to grandchildren and their daughter is an added bonus. Thanks Bryce and Rasa!

[@ThompsonSmith-dd2lo]

Hello Helen How are you doing today?

[@redskyalice2529]

That's the perfect layout! I love the fact that the bathroom isn't near the kitchen; the deck is over-sized and comfy so you live more outside than in, and the bedroom is not a loft. That's exactly how I would want to build my tiny house. Looks amazing!

[@Brineytoes]

I totally agree. This just became my number one choice of layouts! Brilliant design, an absolutely necessary end to end deck for outdoor living and entertaining, and that must- have kitchen are perfect for me. I also have a lot of counter top appliances because I am legally blind and they are a necessity for me. Just give me a decent sized garden shed to store out of season canning supplies and other things, and .it is my perfect home. I love the three outside doors and the tunnel house garden, which is also perfect for me!

[@bf9436]

Agreed! Love the bedroom on the same level as the rest of the house AND you can easily make the bed! Those lofts where beds fit end to end, I have NO idea how they make the bed! LOL! Also love that kitchen! Although I would put a cooktop in a portion of the counter. Too much trouble to lug it out every time you need it.

[@hazelem1266]

@@bf9436 I agree with you about making the bed. We have a camper van and going to the toilet at night we have to shuffle down. Making the bed, one has to stand outside, always my husband. Still better though than those vans where you have to make the bed every night.

[@timbohp]

What a lovely couple and home. I'd imagine and afternoon coffee on their patio would be a magical experience.

[@Sommitps]

One of the best I've seen. In my opinion, beautiful Tiny House.

[@dawn7882]

I think it's wonderful when loving close-knit families can be connected like this. I believe this is how it should be

[@sinastogner9118]

What a sweet couple…so lucky to have a daughter that could assist in this wonderful adventure!!!

[@manteusa]

This is the best part of Fridays here. Thank you again guys. Love your zest. You all should sell merch in the States!

[@livingbig]

Thanks so much! We have definitely been thinking about getting some made.

[@olly-kai]

@@livingbig it's actually free advertising, to help spread the message of tiny homes!

[@manteusa]

@@livingbig perhaps tote bags, candles, t-shirts, coffee mugs, posters

[@happydogdays2982]

Love this home and view. Great kitchen. I’m going to ask my husband to put my dryer on a drawer. Such a nice couple. She has a beautiful smile. 😊

[@olly-kai]

This is exactly the life I would want, a small home and a caravan and especially to travel around New Zealand! They're talking about how they're going down to see the beautiful South Island, well their area looks pretty spectacular as well!

[@janetclaireSays]

I really love the design of this home, it's simple and efficient and looks very comfortable. The bedroom on the main floor instead of a loft is really nice. Then there is the deck and the gorgeous view! What a great lifestyle this couple has created for themselves!

[@enderpiyale]

This was my dream last night. Tiny house and a workshop.

[@livingbig]

Sounds like a good dream!

[@MVIsland]

Has to be the most stunning, practical tiny house I have ever seen.....just beautiful for a retired couple.

[@ethelzenahall3487]

Lovely home with no upstairs living for the older set. I say it every time, but the 10' width makes all the difference in the world. The deck is fabulous.

[@fatimataylor4011]

Bryce and Rasa the high quality you create for Living Big really makes a difference! Great and respectful interview Bryce! What an enchanting couple.

[@sylmarie6494]

Her quilted artwork is gorgeous! The design of their home appears very functional and beautiful! Thanks, Bryce and Rasa, for showcasing this amazing couple and their delightful home.

[@natasha5622]

Definitely one of the most beautiful homes you’ve shown and such a lovely couple.

[@theresaperez5222]

I see why this tiny house won awards. It is perfect. Love the idea it is all on one level. That would be important for me.

[@weatherwitchandfelinefamiliars]

It's so modern inside which isn't my style and yet, I Absolutely LOVE it! Beautiful, calm and peaceful. I noticed Brenda said much less until later within the video and yet her captivating smile just eminated pure happiness and joy with their home. Sometimes words just aren't needed ❤️

[@janinafisher101]

I could move right in! That pod will make the perfect art studio, and I love that there's a greenhouse too! I love those magnetic screens on the windows. This is a wonderful home setup!

[@sharond5854]

Love this home, especially it's outdoor deck space. ❤The only things I'd change would be the single small sink to a double, add a stacking dryer, and possibly a stovetop.

[@FionaEm]

A lot of ppl in Australia and New Zealand don't use dryers. We hang our washing outside to dry instead (weather-dependant, of course!)

[@sharond5854]

@@FionaEm That's cool to know. 🙂 Here in Canada, I think most people have a matching dryer with their washer.

[@charlene5461]

Have begged husband to live tiny, he can't wrap his mind around it but I can! I see the many plusses and know, one day, my dream will come true. We live in a home that is less than 1000 square feet. Some say that is living tiny, but we don't use 200sq. ft of this home. I'm sure we could live tiny! Thanks for sharing such a beautiful home and a beautiful couple!

[@WinnieLuthienThye]

This is amazing in every aspect. The home is beautiful, single level, just big enough, view is great, little studio space and green house next door, near family and ppl you love, extra cash in bank and a caravan to travel months on end ...this is like a dream life come true.

[@staceymoniz]

Oh my gosh I just love this home and how they've laid it out for themselves. It was lovely to hear Brenda say that they freed up their capital to live their best lives!! I can see why this won an award, it's one of my favorites so far, thank you Bryce!

[@puppycat58]

Wow Your home is gorgeous....yet tiny but the space is impeccable. The view is breathtakingly Gorgeous. Your workshop is awesome and not cluttering your home...your bathroom is genius as it the door going out...enjoy your trip God Bless Bryce and Rasha heard there was bad weather hope everything is o.k.

[@Discerning_Viewer]

LOVE the bathroom layout plus "a real closet"

[@michellematthews8332]

This is the design that I have been looking for, uncomplicated, beautiful home layout with a terrace. Love the pod & greenhouse. The award is so well deserved!

[@ThompsonSmith-dd2lo]

Hello Michelle How are you doing today?

[@bettycogswell9851]

This couple are blessed. Love this home.

[@hopeinparis]

Beautiful house, love the pod and the couple is delightful. Happy for them that they can live so close to their family, be independent and travel when they want. A wonderful life. Thank you Bryce and Rasa for another stellar production. Love from Paris. xx

[@sueg2658]

Such a lovely couple with a fantastic home! I’m so happy to see a senior approved tiny home.

[@junewrogg6137]

Love love love this home, scenery, extra pod, (quilting room, YES!!!!!) and these sweet folks! AWESOME place!

[@georgiesmith106]

Wonderful couple! I wish their daughter’s company was in US, really enjoyed their home.

[@ellen3131]

What a lovely home! Feels really big with beautiful views like that. I like the separate pod, would make a perfect craft room :D

[@kurijia]

Ahhhh GORGEOUS Tiny Home 😍 and the view from outside is just stunning 💯

[@meganmcdonald8938]

Amazing house, hope all is well after the cyclone.

[@Vectal_]

Honestly just wow!! The land is so beautiful, and the shot at 12:41 is something out of a fairytale!! i'm in love!

[@tammyjantzen9004]

You want for nothing in this tiny home. It has everything one needs! Designed so well!

[@buzzawuzza3743]

Very beautiful landscape and the home itself looks like a vacation getaway spot. Well done.

[@levibates]

Very nice design. I always look forward to Friday evening living big a tiny house tour.

[@415oakland]

Single level is just what I would need.. It's a lovely home

[@rosied9098]

Love, love, love this tiny house. It has a wonderful layout. Perfect for seniors. As they leave this world, there's less for the kids to get rid of. I can see both sides of the coin. Now I hope Peter and Brenda enjoy the new adventures as they travel and finish up their bucket list. 😊❤👍

[@ThompsonSmith-dd2lo]

Hello Rosie How are you doing today?

[@aintmisbehavin7400]

More retirement tiny homes please! My besties and I are planning for our retirement, and we want to live in a couple of tiny homes. ❤️

[@신라면짱]

They are such an inspirational couple! Thank you for this feature. It was a pleasure. 🥰

[@cannavaras]

My plan in a nutshell here. Downsize to free up my current home equity. Thanks for another video guys. All the best and I'll go put the coffee on ..

[@livingbig]

It's a great plan! And I'm with you on that one. A good sized workshop is a must! Enjoy the coffee and this episode mate!

[@jemma50]

Love this tiny house design! That would be my dream - to live in a tiny on my daughter's property. Unfortunately, my daughter's property isn't big enough! LOL But I can dream. ♥ Theses folks are living their best life. ♥♥

[@MrsGisawesome]

Probably the best tiny house Ive seen - definitely very livable. Such a beautiful space they are in, too. Thanks Bryce!!

[@dinat411]

Lovely. What a way to enjoy your retirement. Those views are awesome. 😍

[@lavondacarter7228]

Love that it's one level, especially love her sewing (pod) always look forward to your video's, on Friday. Be healthy and safe .

[@cynthiagolini6983]

Oh wow. That was incredible. Loved it.

[@shiralleehaggart72]

Best wishes to this wonderful couple and all the best to you both xx

[@pbear49]

What a beautiful Home. Perfect for retirees. Always love to see one level homes with bedroom on same level. No climbing. It's perfect with bathroom off the bedroom. This would be my perfect tiny home. The view is fantastic. Well planned out.

[@XxDanniGirlXx]

This couple is so sweet and their home is beautiful and spacious. Also love that they are close to that beautiful pond. Seems like such a dream area to live in.

[@karalynmurray8112]

Wonderful home and story. Bryce has found another gem.

[@Everythingofmusic]

This house is so clean and modern. I love the porch! Great design and good that there isn’t a loft.

[@sonhuynh8222]

Their daughter owns the land and builds tiny homes …. Perfect set up ❤

[@ClementRusso2]

I'm nearing retirement in three years, and despite having solid companies in my portfolio, my profits have stagnated in this uncertain market. Are there any calculated profit opportunities in this recession?

[@VickyAlvy]

That's impressive ! I could really use the expertise of these advisors.

[@antonnohr]

@Rodxmirixm She seems highly educated and informed. I looked up her name on Google and found her website. Thanks for sharing.

[@fl2298]

the Harry Potter book on the night stand was the cherry on top of those adorable grand parents and their house!

[@kirandeshpande1886]

That big deck, interiors and no loft bed room ❤❤❤❤ it's simply marvelous tiny house

[@missglenellen]

Wonderful! Thank you for sharing! And I hope that the tiny house community in NZ is okay after that ghastly cyclone. All the best!

[@maryfolks9368]

They have the perfect set up. Their daughter owning a tiny home business gave them tons of ideas I bet🤗. Great camera work with the view guys!

[@sharonartemis1171]

I have watched loads of tiny house videos, and hands down this is the best one I have seen. As a person of a similar age I can see it's perfect for an older person or couple, and they won't need to move out of the home they love, as so many people have to do when they're much older.

[@ThompsonSmith-dd2lo]

Sharon How are you doing today?

[@shirleymcneil4410]

One of the nicest tiny homes I've seen so far. As NZ is being slammed by shocking weather I have been wondering how all the tiny homes have got on.

[@craftlover9702]

Brilliant design, just lovely!! This is a tiny home I could live in as I have many crafts and I'm also a musician so the addition of the pod is a win win. Also, love having a bedroom downstairs where you can function easily. Great home!! Lovely couple!!

[@cherylemaybury9967]

I love this home. It would really suit me. I am older and crippled up with arthritis so I love having the bedroom on the lower floor. It’s the perfect retirement home. 😊

[@ThompsonSmith-dd2lo]

Hello Cheryl How are you doing today?

[@erinbrown6962]

This is one of my favorites!!!! I love how they designed and decorated their house!!!❤❤what a beautiful home 🏡!!!!

[@ramonarichardson7904]

LOVE this stunning Tiny House and Pod! ❤❤❤

[@waywaysworld]

I just fell in love with this tiny home AND family! What a nice family. I wish them so many Blessings and for us all to have such a life!! Great job.

[@eileenmetzkow7748]

Best Tiny Home for Retired people I’ve ever seen. No loft. No cramped spaces. Just wonderful!!! Thanks for Sharing. 😊💕🙏🏼

[@elllemaee]

It is an absolute dream to get to the point where I am able to have my own tiny home. When that time comes, this is the style and layout I would want. This house speaks to me in ways that others don't, just stunning

[@BeeKay4444]

This is gorgeous. The land around it is beautiful. Nothing I didn’t love here.

[@ANIMALS_AND_MORE_moments]

What a lovely house, and, if I may say so, lovely couple. The arrangement of house and outside space and office space / house is just wonderful.

[@jennyobrien202]

I love the way you lead us through the homes with such enthusiasm and praise, a joy to watch. ❤

[@zumalot]

I love looking at these Tiny Houses and of course your channel. My question would be about wind. Living in a tornado area, one finds themselves looking to the heavens with some fear at times. Now a direct hit by a sizable tornado is going to wreak havoc on most homes, but my bigger concerns are straight-line winds in my area and how a tiny house would hold up. Again, a wonderful channel you have here, mate.

[@dhruvyadav8131]

Damn, where do you find these people, I’ve been following this account for more than an year an’ after watching every new video I’m like “Mom I’ve decided to live in tiny house”.

[@beebeeNcee]

This is the set up for me! What a well thought out and executed plan. It's absolutely lovely!

[@dianamiles-hannah1286]

Such a lovely couple! Wonderful build and plans for future travel. Funny that their daughter "told them what they were getting in their build"! Love their home and their story. Thank you for sharing!

[@missmeowmix7960]

This has got to be one of my all time favorite tinys in a while. The Layout is absolutely perfect. I want one just like this 💕💕💕

[@meredithc2755]

Love this house and the pod! Older people can be cool, too. I loved when she said, “You make a mess, it’s in your face!” 😁

[@ThompsonSmith-dd2lo]

Hello Meredith How are you doing today?

[@MJLumacs]

What a lovely couple.

[@monicamuurlink5808]

I also particularly appreciate that they encompassed the composting toilet..

[@tigerlilly3727]

What an absolutely gorgeous couple. The tiny home is so well designed. Awesome episode Bryce & Rasa

[@jajajajaja357]

THIS IS IT!!!! The home of my dreams! White white white white and light light light light. Soooooo amazing! I have at least 5 more years to go before retirement. But I am gonna show this to my husband immediately. THIS will be the house that he would absolutely be willing to move to. I have been binge watching tiny house videos for years now. There always were things that I would have done differently. This DREAM HOUSE has nothing that I would change. It is simply perfect. Unfortunately I can not order it from the company.....since I live in Europe. 😞

[@1mourningdove54]

Such a lovely couple and a lovely home!! It is great to see a tiny home that is specifically made for those of us who are a little older. Great job!

[@seandesmond5560]

A wonderful home, love that its single level and no tricky lofts to try and climb into!

[@dbopdbop]

The BEST layout for older folks...love it!! Love everything about it. How awesome that they could put it on their daughter's amazingly beautiful property.

[@John-zi4ii]

Awesome !! , we can't wait to get our tiny ! , what a gift from heaven it will be !! , you guy's are so living the dream !, God bless stay well !

[@bevtrue6937]

Wow. Truly an awesome home. I LOVE the duck pond too. The ability to travel also and spend lots of time with family makes it all perfect. Another Bryce and Rasa perfection.

[@debbietroop5764]

I love the layout of this home. The bathroom is larger than mine in my house! Her craft pod was crazy cool. I see why it won an award. Just a perfect home.

[@quill1260]

My new favorite tiny home design.

[@CarolKutus]

This is my best tiny house. I love the arrangement. Very comfortable and functional too.

[@danielamironov9516]

This house and these people are so inspiring! The cleanliness of their lives and living spaces, the joy of waking up in a house designed for their needs - this is the ultimate luxury. I hope their vacation in the caravan goes great.

[@OtakuOut]

Amazing home. Amazing video. Love you guys!

[@mslinda9470]

Lovely n sweet couple. What else could they ask for more, when they have everything.

[@m_ustthinking9406]

So happy right now that i am able to watch this video so early.

[@livingbig]

So am I! Welcome!

[@donaldgehre5964]

THE best design I've seen on your channel. Lofts are not necessary.