🌿 My Tiny House Journey: Living in My Parents' Backyard 🏡
Title: Embracing Tiny Living: My Journey in a Backyard Tiny House
Description: Discover how I transformed a tiny home in my parents' backyard into a cozy retreat, balancing independence and family support.
Keywords: tiny house, backyard living, renovation, mental health, budget living
Introduction: A New Chapter 🌱
Ever thought about what it means to downsize and live in a tiny home? For me, it meant returning to my roots and embracing a simpler life. This is the story of my journey to transform a tiny house in my parents' backyard into a cozy haven.
🛠️ Finding My Space
The Decision to Move Back
After struggling with mental health during my university years, I realized it was time for a change. I moved back to my parents' house in March 2022, thinking it would be a temporary solution. But I craved independence and space.
Discovering Tiny Living
While on holiday in England, I stayed in a tiny house and fell in love with the concept. When I returned home, I knew I wanted to create my own tiny space.
💰 Budgeting for My Tiny Home
The Purchase
In November, I found a secondhand tiny home online for €1,800.40 (around $1,963). With help from my parents, I bought it and decided to set it up in their backyard due to strict local regulations.
Renovation Challenges
Initially, I estimated renovation costs at around €1,000, but it ended up being over double that. My parents and friends helped, using materials we found or already had.
“We used wood from a trash bin to make a window frame. It felt good to recycle!”
🌈 The Cozy Outcome
Living in the Tiny House
Now, after nearly 11 months of living in my tiny home, I cherish my independence. It’s a snug seven-square-meter space with a kitchen, bed, and living area—though I still dream of having my own bathroom!
“Living here has been a wonderful journey. I feel safe and comfortable in my own space.”
Financial Freedom
Without the burden of high rent—previously €419—I pay my parents €60 a month for utilities. This financial relief has allowed me to save money and focus on my mental health.
📅 Future Plans
I work on a care farm and plan to return to university next year. I envision moving my tiny house closer to campus, keeping that cozy, independent vibe alive.
🌟 Conclusion: Embracing the Journey
Living in a tiny house has been transformative. I’ve learned to appreciate the small things and have found a sense of community in my family.
Glossary 📝
- Tiny House: A small, compact living space often designed for efficiency and minimalism.
- Renovation: The process of improving or updating a structure.
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Blockquote
“Living in a tiny house has not only improved my mental health, but it has also allowed me to reconnect with my family.” - Veerle Veldhuis
By sharing my journey, I hope to inspire others to explore the possibilities of tiny living and discover the beauty of simplifying life. What are your thoughts on tiny homes? 🌟
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