This 11.5×33 Tiny House Feels Huge — Downstairs Bedroom Done Right

Living tiny, they say, means living bigger — more freedom, less stress, and a home that works hard for you. A downstairs bedroom sealed the deal for long-term comfort and a lifestyle that actually fits.

Layout Snapshot — how the 11.5×33 ft flows

Walk in and the flow just makes sense: kitchen at the entrance, living straight ahead, bathroom next, and a private bedroom at the back. The tiny’s footprint is 11.5 feet wide by 33 feet long.

Each space gets its moment without feeling cramped or compromised. The living room leads to the bathroom, then the bedroom — simple, warm, and intuitive.

Above the bath and bedroom, a loft becomes a planty nook and quiet hangout. That overhead zone is intentionally a chill space, not the main event.

The home sits in a tiny-home-only park in Fairplay, Colorado, at 10,000 feet, surrounded by ski country energy. Everyone there is into tiny living too, which makes the whole experiment feel like a team sport.

Kitchen — full-size appliances and clever storage

This cook-friendly galley surprised them — compact, but it has everything. A full-size fridge means stocking up on trips to larger towns is easy.

Heat comes from a propane cooktop, and real baking happens on a full-size range/oven. Skipping the “mini” appliances kept everyday cooking joyful.

Clever storage calms the chaos, starting with a spice rack that keeps every jar right where it should be. No rummaging required.

Trash and recycling hide in a built-in pull-out, so the counters stay clean and the vibe stays tidy.

A 3/4-size dishwasher handles the dishes better than expected, and the big sink works overtime. The only gripe: the gorgeous countertops absorb more than they’d like, so a redo is on the list.

Living Room — big seating, hidden drawers, and airflow

Right off the kitchen sits the hangout zone — dogs, TV, and actual living happen here nightly. They prioritized a kitchen that cooks and a living area fit for hosting, and it shows.

A former picture window became a transom so the TV could live below without stealing space. That simple change keeps the wall doing more jobs at once.

An eight-foot couch anchors the room and seats a crowd. They actually squeezed in that 8-foot length — not something they’d had before.

Storage hides underneath, with custom drawers built to slide out smoothly. Those drawers hold kitchen gear just steps from the stove, which makes perfect sense in a tiny footprint.

Airflow matters at altitude, and a small ceiling fan in the living area throws a surprising amount of wind. That breeziness, plus tall ceilings, keeps the room feeling anything but tiny.

Bathroom & Laundry — heated floors, faux-concrete shower, hookups

The bathroom is a clutter-free zone, with storage that actually stores. A big cabinet handles towels, and each person gets their own shelf.

Extras tuck into more shelves and a small medicine cabinet. There’s even space under the sink for the things that usually get stranded on the counter.

A standard toilet connects to the town sewer — no composting complications here. They’re plugged right into Fairplay’s system.

Upgrades lean luxe without going overboard, like faux-concrete shower walls that look incredible. Best of all, heated floors keep toes warm, and with only about 10 square feet to warm, it was an easy yes.

Laundry doesn’t swallow up precious closet space. A washer/dryer combo simply tucks under the stairs.

Downstairs Bedroom & Loft Nook — pet-first design and plant loft

The bed sits low on the floor on purpose — it’s a safe setup for their 15-year-old blind dog. Keeping it low also keeps the window fully open for light.

Closets line the wall, and the hot-water workhorse lives here, too. Long, hot showers are a reality thanks to a 40-gallon tank.

They added heated floors, but only where it counts — around the bed, not under it. Heat pads trace the walking paths, so the warmth goes where feet actually land.

A mini split in the ceiling frees up the walls for windows and storage. Up top, the loft morphed into a dog-free, plant-filled reading nook thanks to a large skylight — the coziest little escape.

Costs, Placement & Tiny‑Living Lessons — pricing, shipping, zoning, community

Plan for the real numbers: the structure itself was about $165,000. Shipping through canyons and up a mountain added roughly $5,000 for about 100 miles.

All told, it ran around $170,000 to get the house on site. And don’t forget infrastructure — even something “simple” like a septic system can range from about $20,000 to roughly $75,000 depending on the property .

Finding a legal spot can be the tricky part, but options are growing. Colorado created a state-sanctioned path for placing certified tiny homes if you follow the rules.

In El Paso County, for instance, people could legally place a tiny house on a 5-acre parcel for septic reasons. Park County has been welcoming, and the tiny-home-only community in Fairplay is cheering the project forward.

Outdoor space matters just as much as the inside. Their open deck isn’t attached to the house, so it can move with them or break down when needed.

The big picture payoff? Tiny living opens up a bigger life — more time, more flexibility, more financial breathing room.