Shack life in your Bigger Tiny Home

As the days get longer and the weather warms up, Tasmanians start thinking about getting away, and for some, that means heading to the shack. For many families, the shack is more than just a getaway – it’s where summer happens. It’s where you pack up the car on a Friday afternoon, hit the road… then take a big breath when you catch that first glimpse of relaxation. It’s where the kids run around barefoot, and where the end of the day means firing up the barbie and watching the sun go down.

But building or buying a shack today can feel out of reach to many. Traditional builds take time and cost significantly more than when your parents built their holiday homes (even if they tell you otherwise!).

That’s where the Bigger Tiny Home comes in. It’s a smarter, more affordable way to create your own summer escape, and it’s one that’s designed for comfort, flexibility, and ease of living.

Built for flexibility and comfort

The Bigger Tiny Home gives you choice. From floor plans and layouts to style and finishes, it can be customised to suit your lifestyle. Maybe you want an extra bedroom for the kids or grandkids? Or extra storage for fishing gear or surfboards? Or perhaps you want the open-plan kitchen and living area to open straight onto a deck. Whatever your need, we start with an existing floor plan and then work with you to tweak and adjust until it’s just right.

And unlike older shacks, where you might be squeezing into tiny bedrooms or making do with a basic set-up, a Bigger Tiny Home gives you all the essentials you’d expect in a traditional home. Full-sized bedrooms, a proper bathroom with a tiled shower, a functional kitchen with plenty of storage, and a living space that works for gathering together. It’s not about compromise — it’s about smart design that gives you everything you need without the excess.

Smarter on price and time

One of the biggest advantages of choosing a Bigger Tiny Home is cost. Traditional shack builds can carry a hefty price tag, and that’s before the inevitable extras start piling up. For anyone who’s looked into building in a remote shack location, you’ll also know how difficult it can be to find a local builder you trust. Most people end up bringing in a builder from an alternate location, which drives costs up dramatically before you’ve even laid a slab. Without a builder who’s fully committed, materials get missed, trades don’t line up, and delays add up quickly when you’re hours away from suppliers.

With Tiny Homes Tasmania, you know what you’re spending from the outset, with the peace of mind that comes from a fixed process. Lead times are shorter, too. A traditional build can take well over a year once you factor in approvals, contractors, weather delays, and all the moving parts of a standard site build. With Tiny Homes Tasmania, your home is constructed at our Westbury yard where everything is managed in one place. That means less waiting, less stress — and you’ll be in your shack sooner, not stuck in limbo while summer passes you by.

Low maintenance, high peace of mind

Your shack is supposed to be a place where you switch off. But anyone who’s owned a traditional shack knows how much time can be lost on maintenance. You might tell yourself it’s part of the ‘charm’, but keeping on top of all the little jobs can soon lose its appeal! (And detract from the relaxing weekend you had planned!)

A Bigger Tiny Home takes the hassle out of ownership. They’re designed for low-maintenance living, utilising high-quality materials that are built to withstand the test of time.

The smaller footprint also brings peace of mind. It’s easier to secure, easier to clean, and easier to lock up and leave when you head home. Add in the efficiency and simplicity that comes with tiny living, and you’ve got a shack that does exactly what it should: gives you more time to relax and less to worry about.

Shack life, reimagined

Tasmanian shack culture is built on simplicity. It’s about having a place to gather, to slow down, and to enjoy the best of our island lifestyle. The Bigger Tiny Home captures that spirit but updates it for modern life. You still get the relaxed, low-key vibe that makes the shack so special, but with the comfort and practicality of a well-designed home.

We’ve seen it in action with projects like the Bridport BIG60, where a three-bedroom build looks out over the northeast coast, giving a family the summer escape they’d been dreaming of.

Summer is just around the corner, but it’s not too early to start planning for the next. With a Bigger Tiny Home, you can create a shack that’s practical, comfortable, and built to suit your life. No endless delays. No sky-high costs. Just a smarter way to own your own piece of summer.

Start now, and by this time next year, you could be spending warm evenings on the deck of your own shack — built for you, by Tiny Homes Tasmania.