11 Tiny Homes with Spectacular Views for Your Next Getaway

Tiny houses offer travelers an exciting alternative to standard homes and hotels. They provide a unique and affordable way to travel and can often be the difference between an average vacation and a memorable experience.

They also offer guests the opportunity to experience the tiny house movement firsthand. Whether you want to stay somewhere unique or see what it’s like to stay in a tiny house before buying one, it’s time to stay in a tiny home. 

With that in mind, here are 11 tiny homes with spectacular views for your next getaway!

1. Off-grid Desert Retreat: Casa Rosada, California, United States

First, we have a simple yet beautiful, tiny wooden home atop the westernmost hills of a breathtaking desert landscape east of Temecula. Surrounded by 360-degree panoramic views, you’ll likely spend most of your time sitting in front of the tiny home admiring the scenery or hiking one of the many hiking trails in the area.

This charming tiny home has a bed, desk, and movie projector. You’ll have access to a shared toilet, shower, and outdoor cooking area. It even has a miniature zen garden, where you can relax while admiring the views.

2. “Somewhere, Over the Obi,” Balmoral Ridge, Queensland, Australia

Nestled in the rainforests of Balmoral Ridge in Queensland, Australia, this Mooloolaba tiny home offers incredible views, seclusion, and plenty of comfort. During the day, explore what the hinterland offers in nearby Maleny and Montville. 

In the evening, settle down in the decking area with a glass of wine and enjoy the sunset. If you get chilly, you can always light the log burner. Inside this tiny home, you’ll find a comfortable loft bedroom big enough for two people, a full-sized kitchen, a lounge area, and a bathroom with a shower.

3. Cozy Houseboat, Marathon, Florida, United States

If you’ve ever dreamt of sleeping on the water, now’s your chance, as this next tiny home is a small houseboat in a secluded mangrove area of Florida. Located near the 7-mile bridge in Marathon, this houseboat gives you access to incredible coastal views. 

When you’re not watching the scenery from the comfort of your tiny home, grab a kayak and explore the mangroves. You’ll have to use the kayaks to get to the house, as it’s anchored away from land.

Amenities at the houseboat include solar power, a decking area, a grilling station, an outdoor shower, and a toilet. The host also provides board games for you to play in the evenings.

4. Fahane South At Goleen Harbour, Goleen, Ireland

This beautiful shipping container cabin/tiny home sits in a field at the top of a cliff in southern Ireland. It offers spectacular views of the Irish coastline, the Atlantic Ocean, and Fastnet Rock. 

The home is on a 38-acre coastal organic farm, so many harborside and woodland hiking trails exist to explore. The tiny house also has a private sea swimming spot. 

If you’d prefer to relax, take it easy in the on-site hot tub or book a spa treatment. Inside this tiny home, you can expect to find a kitchen, a lounge area, a bathroom, and a bedroom.

5. Big View Tiny House! Victor, Idaho, United States

Capable of sleeping four outdoor enthusiasts, this beautiful tiny home is nestled at the top of the Teton Valley, putting you in an excellent location for accessing some of the United States’ best hiking and biking trails, fishing rivers, ski resorts, and National Parks. From the house, you’ll take in impressive mountain views.

Big View Tiny House is a perfect example of what can be achieved in a small space. Its brilliant design features multiple bedrooms, an ultra-comfy lounge area, a full kitchen, and a private bathroom. 

Incredibly, it features two large lofts and a spacious wrap-around deck. To be honest, we’re ready to move into this tiny home!

6. Sage Canyon Cliff House, Cortez, Colorado, United States

This next tiny home is arguably the most impressive property on this list. Built into a red rock cliff wall on a canyon alcove, this breathtaking tiny home is near Sleeping Ute Mountain in the historic McElmo Canyon.

This cliff house is 40 minutes from Mesa Verde and 20 minutes from Cortez. It offers impressive mountain and canyon views. 

Besides being built into a sandstone rock, the home is landscaped with native species that bloom year-round. Amenities on the property include a private bathroom, a loft bedroom, a living room, and a full kitchen.

7. Hummingbird Tiny House, Nevada, United States

Hummingbird Tiny House is a gorgeous hand-crafted tiny house on a working ranch in the middle of the Mojave desert. As such, you can expect panoramic views of the desert, clear night skies, and the peace and tranquility of the desert.

Located an hour south of Las Vegas, this space sleeps three guests. It has a lovely interior and all the amenities you need to enjoy your stay, including a queen bed, toilet, shower, stove, and fridge. From Hummingbird Tiny House, you can explore Sandy Valley, discover Ghost Towns, visit Death Valley, and go horseback riding.

Relax at the nearby hot springs instead if you want to take things easier!

8. Tiny Home In Leven, Utah, United States

This tiny home in Leven, Utah, offers travelers an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. This private beach bungalow has a cozy king-sized bed, a decking area, an air conditioning unit, and access to a private bathroom.

This waterfront property is a great place to stay if you love water sports activities. From the house, you can jet ski, paddleboard, and kayak. Those who prefer to stay dry can relax in the decking area or grill food on the barbecue.

Either way, this tiny home presents the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind, and enjoy Utah’s great outdoors. What’s not to like about that?

9. Mountain Magic 2, Hoekwil, South Africa

Tucked away on a 15-acre headland, this shipping container tiny home in Hoekwil, South Africa, offers fantastic views of the South African coast and the Outeniqua mountain range. 

The area is also home to lush forests, lagoons, and rivers. As if the views weren’t spectacular enough, a paragliding company is based at the property, so you can take to the skies to admire the scenery from above.

This 12-meter shipping container has been tastefully converted into an open-plan living space for two people. It has a simple design with floor-to-ceiling windows, a kitchen, a bathroom with a bath, a double bed, and a lounge area. What more could we ask for?

10. The Catskills Birdhouse, Roxbury, New York

This quirky tiny home is set in a gorgeous location in the Catskills Mountains, surrounded by wildflower fields, maple forests, and endless hiking trails. The Birdhouse features a 6-foot skylight above the bedroom so guests can admire the Meeker Hollow night sky in all its glory.

The 11-foot window wall is a neat touch, allowing guests to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding area. This rustic tiny home has a small kitchenette with a single burner propane camping stove, a double bed, kitchen utensils, and a seating area. 

The property has a seating area outside with chairs, a table, a campfire, an outdoor shower, and a composting toilet.

11. The WonderINN Mirrored Glass Cabin, Rælingen, Norway

The final tiny home on our list is the WonderINN Mirrored Glass Cabin in Rælingen, Norway. Just 25 minutes away from Oslo, this modern tiny home is a hidden gem nestled in the wilderness in the quiet Nordre Øyeren.

The tiny house’s unique mirrored glass design blends into the landscape, so you can retreat to comfort and luxury as you look out over a lake and forest. From the home, you can spot deer, moose, beavers, and countless bird species.

Retire to the wood-fired hot tub to relax after a busy day of hiking, biking, and canoeing. This tiny home also has a fireplace, a barbecue, a seating area, and a double bed.

There you have it: 11 tiny homes with spectacular views. As you can see, many beautiful tiny homes are available worldwide. Now that you have these incredible options at your fingertips, why don’t you plan your next getaway?