The 700‑Sq‑Ft Texas‑Size Tiny Home That Changed Her Life
Ann opens the door with a smile and a line that hits you right in the gut: younger her would be proud she’s safe, not alone, and never forgetting where she came from. Step inside and you’re immediately in the living room as the home unfolds simply and smartly.
Quick Tour — layout and park location
The flow is easy to follow: living room at the entry, kitchen right behind it. The kitchen sits directly behind the seating area, close and convenient.
Head down the hallway and you reach the bedroom. It’s tucked away just far enough for privacy.
There’s also a second bathroom off the main space. A bonus room waits in the back, which you’ll see later.
The whole place lives in Leisure Lane RV Resort, a spot she simply calls excellent for everyday life and community.
Kitchen — full-size appliances in a tiny footprint
This kitchen is smaller than her last one, but the cooking doesn’t slow down one bit. She says she can still do the same home cooking as before.
Full-size stove? Check. It’s right where she needs it.
Right beside it: a full-size refrigerator and a big sink. Downsizing didn’t mean mini appliances here.
Prep space looks tight at first glance, but she uses both counters and even sets a cutting board over the stove when needed.
Everything she used daily made the cut: plates and cups up top, storage containers and utensils where she can grab them, pots and pans in the lower cabinets. The best part might be the triangle movement—fridge to stove to sink—so nothing’s left unattended for long.
Laundry & Pantry — the tradeoffs she made
Downsizing came with sacrifices, and the laundry room took the brunt of it. The big dryer and roomy setup of her old house gave way to something smaller.
There’s a washing machine and, right beside it, the house pantry area doing double duty.
On laundry day, everything gets washed at home first. Then it’s a quick trip up to the clubhouse to dry, which takes extra time but works.
Her advice if you’re going tiny: plan for a stackable set or get an all‑in‑one washer/dryer.
Living Room — reused furniture and practical decorating
Moving from a 2,000 sq ft house in Mississippi to 700 sq ft in Texas is a big leap. The mindset shift is real, and she leaned into it.
She filled this room with only what she considers essential, nothing extra.
When she first walked in, she could visualize exactly where everything would land. She could even see her family gathered here having a good time.
The smartest money saver: reusing pieces she already had, like her TV stand.
The big, comfy loveseat made the cut too—no need to buy new just to “fit the tiny vibe.” Use what you have.
Primary Bedroom — king bed, makeshift closets, and feelings
The king-size bed stays—no sacrifice there. Comfort matters, and it shows.
Closet space didn’t make the floor plan, so she set up makeshift closets in the room to keep everything wearable and within reach.
She didn’t design this model, but it feels like the bathroom might’ve been a closet at one point in planning. Midway, the choice was made to keep it a bathroom instead.
At the end of a long day, she loves coming back here to that big bed and simply resting.
Second Bathroom & Bonus 'Magic Room' — tub, vanity, and workspace
Step into the second bathroom and you’ll find a full-size vanity with space for towels and a standard toilet. It’s compact but real-life ready.
There’s even a fully functional Novo tub with room for toiletries, which is rare and welcome in a small footprint.
Storage-wise, she leans on simple plastic bins under the vanity and on the counter for the extras. Think soap, toothbrushes, and guest stash—easy and organized.
She’s grateful this bathroom sits close to her work area so she can pop in and get right back to it.
Down the hall is the “magic room,” her live-stream setup. She hosts makeup lives and chats with people on Facebook and TikTok from here.
She loves using it to inspire others—especially older folks learning skincare and makeup—or turning it into a second bedroom for a kid or guest when needed. The sparkle wall is deliberate, designed to make people happy and spark conversation. Make a space like this your own happy place, and let it work for you day after day.
Costs, Location & What Tiny Living Gave Her
Most tiny homes sit in rural pockets, but this park sits about 30 minutes from downtown Houston. It’s a bustling, expanding community that keeps her close to what she needs.
She’s got an HV, a Kroger, and plenty of other amenities nearby for everyday life without long drives.
Financially, she currently rents: $1,400 a month covers the lot and utilities, except for lights. Those run about $100 a month, and if buying, the unit would be $54,000.
Compared to a traditional house with HOA, property tax, and insurance, her extras are just $200 for a storage unit and renters insurance.
If you’re researching a move like this, she suggests Google, Facebook groups focused on tiny homes, and lots of YouTube to narrow down where and how you want to live. Peace is the headline, though—she says tiny living has given her peace in her whole soul and grounded her with the universe.
If you’re hesitant, go walk through a tiny home in your area or at a distributor and see how it feels in your bones; it might change everything.