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At Tiny Homestead Living, we build expandable container homes and deliver everything you need to go truly off‑grid—prefab expandable container homes, solar and water systems, hydroponics/aquaponics setups, food‑preservation solutions, supplies, training, and exclusive homestead land listings.
If you crave independence, lower monthly costs, and a life closer to nature, our durable, fast‑build container homes bundle practical systems, contractor networks, and step‑by‑step training so you can move from idea to self‑sufficient turnkey homesteads without guesswork.
Whether you want a compact minimalist retreat, a homestead for food security, or a project to build together, Tiny Homestead Living is a complete, trusted partner—designing solutions that are cost‑effective, durable, and ready to scale as your homestead grows.
THE ESSENTIAL
Embrace off-grid living with The Essential, a spacious 780 square foot expandable shipping container house designed to be your dream home. This fully self-sufficient retreat offers a robust solar system, rainwater collection, and energy-efficient appliances, allowing you to live comfortably.
Features and Benefits:
Container Home Features
Kitchen
OFF-GRID PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Custom built base and upper cabinets. Painted
- 2′ Pantry cabinet with adjustable shelves
- Stainless steel undermount sink (many options available)
- Single lever faucet with sprayer
- Granite countertop with a standard 4″ matching backsplash
- Appliances:
- Over the range stainless steel microwave
- Standard 4 burner range (2 burner induction cooktop option)
- 10 cu. ft. +/- stainless steel refrigerator with top freezer
- 24″ dishwasher (optional)
- Three LED can lights
Bathroom
OFF-GRID PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- 5’ fiberglass tub/shower combo unit
- Single handle shower valve
- Natures Head composting toilet (standard flush toilet option available)
- Double bowl painted vanity cabinet
- Onyx vanity top with white square sink bowls (many color options available)
- Single lever vanity faucets
- Four LED can lights
- Exhaust fan vented outside
Living Room
OFF-GRID PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- TV outlet and Cat6 on wall. Location chosen by customer (TV not included)
- Six LED can lights
- The interior design of the living room has the ability for multiple furniture layouts
Bedroom
OFF-GRID PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Room size 9′ x 14′ (will fit a King size bed)
- 32″ door with privacy lock
- Walk-in closet with upper and lower shelf and rod, two LED can lights, and a stackable washer and dryer (optional)
- Four LED can lights
Exterior
OFF-GRID PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Select a sloped or gable style roof with ribbed 28-gauge metal (multiple metal color options available)
- Exterior siding options – ribbed metal, painted board and batten siding, or exposed container (multiple color options available)
- One exterior LED light and outlet next to entry door
- Window and door shutters available at an additional cost, which is a great way to protect your home when it’s not occupied full time.
- Awning over entry door available at an additional cost, which will provide protection from the elements.
General
OFF THE GRID PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- (1) Expandable container
- Mitsubishi mini split heating and cooling system
- 30 gallon tanked water heater
- Stackable washer and dryer located in walk-in closet (optional)
- Vinyl plank flooring throughout
- Interior wall board will be smooth painted square groove (shiplap look)
- Ceiling throughout will be smooth painted square groove (will match walls)
- Windows: 2 – 3’x5’ single hung (living room), 1 – 5’x3’ slider (bedroom), 2 – 3’6″x3’6″ slider (kitchen & over eating bar), 1 – 5’x1′ fixed transom window (bathroom)
- One 3’ entry door with knob and deadbolt (multiple options available)
Components & Specs
OFF THE GRID PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- 250 Gallon water tank (with ability to fill with external water supply)
- Rain catchment system
- Whole house water pump
- Water filter system with ultraviolet light
- 30 gallon tanked water heater
- 5+ kWh solar panel array
- 12 kW AC output inverter
- 14 kWh Life PO4 wall mounted battery
- Grid tie options available
- Generator compatible (set up and ready for generator to be installed) not included
“Living off-grid with Tiny Homestead Living’s container home, transformed our lifestyle—simple, sustainable, and truly freeing”
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