I started this project more than a year ago. I originally had
hoped to take the Tiny Casita down to our land in Mexico. I even built it
with the harsh tropical climate in mind. Over the last two months I’ve spent 4
weeks on our land in Mexico and sense then, I have come to a couple inevitable
conclusions.
We will not be bringing the Tiny Casita to Mexico after all. Logistically, it just isn’t worth it for me. The stress of trailering, or having it trailered for 2000 miles, as well as hoping to get permission to cross the border with an RV permit and/or import taxes just seems like too much. Sorry to the folks following the Tiny Casita build whom we’re hoping to see it make the journey safely to Mexico. It just isn't going to happen.
After spending 4 comfortable weeks in our Motorhome, already parked in Mexico, I’ve decided that until we build a concrete house there, the RV is just perfect. Which brings me to my next point of discovery.
Maybe a tiny concrete house isn’t the way to go for our land in Mexico? Concrete block is cheap. Only about 1.5 Pecos per block. Why not build a slightly bigger house? Something that will last forever and can be used for generations. With that in mind, we’ve been talking with a few architects hoping to find someone that shares our love for simplicity. Will keep you posted as we move forward.
That’s doesn’t mean it’s the end of the road for the Tiny Casita. We’re currently investigating several options. Land in Colorado can be found relatively cheap, depending on where you look. We’re big fans of Grand Lake so for now, we’re keeping our eyes peeled for a good deal on a tiny chunk of land near the lake.
We’ve also considered a little piece of land near Traverse City Michigan. Michigan is absolutely beautiful in the summer. I grew up there and certainly miss the lakes. It was lifestyles I guess I took for granted growing up, but hope to share a little taste of the lake life with my son. My extended family lives in Michigan too so this would be a great way for us to spend time with family there.
As far as the build goes: Just a few things left to work on. Floors, and plumbing.
