Retired Teacher's Single Level Tiny House

VIDEO DESCRIPTION:

Charlene leaped into tiny living after retiring from her passion for teaching. Her husband passed many years ago, and after maintaining their 50-acre ranch property, she decided to downsize and live simply in Austin, Texas. She and her husband used to be sailors, so the galley kitchen feels right at home! The bedroom has a rustic feel with a cedar accent wall, turquoise decor, and a large bed centered in the middle. With ceilings stretching over thirteen feet high, the entire tiny home feels beyond the 399sq ft it is. There's an exterior living space that welcomes neighbors and friends to gather by the wood-burning fireplace while the sun sets just over her prominent balcony.

Shot by: @theirhappytrails
Edited by: @theirhappytrails

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[mewked]

So proud to be one of her grand children! I can confirm that Charlene, or as we call her "Honi", is just as charismatic in real life as she is in this video! Love visiting her in this tiny home, very nice. :)

[ethancaffey]

Ms. Charlene was my geometry teacher in high school four years ago, it’s amazing to see her now, and in a much less formal setting! She was always so sweet and kind, I’m glad she’s doing well.

[BeverlyRoach-fs]

I want a tiny house. It is perfect for us little old ladies.

[randyrice]

Best tiny home for older people I've ever seen. Like you, I don't want to climb stairs. Nor do I want a loft room where I can't stand up. This house is beautiful. And your decorating is absolutely perfect for Texas. Well done!

[NettersTX]

Charlene is my sister and her personality is exactly as you see her here. I really like her tiny home, too. I love sitting with her on her porch and visiting. Everytime we sit and talk at least one neighbor walks by and says hello. And it's not unusual for a neighbor's dog to come up on the porch for a treat.

And "Oh my gosh!" she's just the best sister in the whole wide world! 😊

[CGC]

This is absolutely the best tiny home I’ve ever seen kudos to her for not getting a loft

[lisahall]

This is the loveliest tiny home I have ever seen. Very well done.

[mycrochetobsession]

Finally! A tidy tiny home. This is the best tiny home tour of a home that is actually being lived in because she has spent time down sizing to only the essentials so that the home is not a cluttered hot mess.

[joannadavis]

This lady needs her own show. She's adorable and smart and knows how to word everything just right. Beautiful charming lady.❤️

[YouTube]

what a gorgeous home! thank you to Charlene for giving us a peek into her space ❤

[dwoodygura]

I love her unit. We need more communities like these. Seniors want low maintenance, great neighbors and a community feel. Going small does not need to mean dumpy. I'd much rather have a smaller place that's decorated nicely than a huge place with nothing in it.

[bellarose]

I take this tour every time it comes back to my feed. It’s a wonderful design!💕

[wandabryantsmith]

I absolutely love this housing idea. As we age, we just don’t need so much stuff! Bravo, Ms. Charlene! Your home is beautiful!

[naomiburn]

Another piece of Ms. Charlene’s genius is she hasn’t shied away from using large furniture pieces for her tiny home. Everything looks very appropriately scaled and not cluttered. I am so impressed.

[tonisteiner]

This is without doubt the best tiny home I have seen to date. There is absolutely nothing I would change.
This lady is so warm and enigmatic ❤️

[christinemb]

This is a great model for the elderly...NO STAIRS! the outdoor area is lovely...great for a single person

[mommieonamission]

She is so charming! Her tiny home definitely still screams “Everything is bigger in Texas”
I absolutely love it!

[LSERA]

The more I watched, the happier I became for her. Congrats to her for going for what she wants out of life.

[carolynt.]

I believe Charlene would be happy wherever she lives. Smart, funny, self-aware, insightful and able to make independent decisions - that’s the secret. The home is perfect. Thank you for the video, it gives me hope.

[vickyb]

I have looked at the small homes for the last two years, and none of them met all of my specifications. I didn’t want a loft and I didn’t want stairs. And all of them had really small almost nonexistent, living room. This is absolutely gorgeous. I could just walk into that now and say Yep this is what I want. It’s the first small home I’ve ever seen that is gorgeous and has everything set up the way I would want it. Nice size bedroom, a good size living room, that beautiful galley kitchen, and the deck! I’m glad you’re so enjoying your tiny home! Enjoy!