Traditional shepherd's hut gets a modern twist in a small house

The S’Mouse City model offers a modern tiny house version of the traditional shepherd’s hut. The towable home has a very compact yet comfortable interior layout and also comes with optional off-the-grid upgrades.

Mainly used in Great Britain and France, shepherd’s huts Served as a convenient way for farmers to get some rest after working in the fields, and are quite popular for home offices, holiday accommodation and even small houses.

Designed by Texas-based S’Mouse Tiny House Co., it is based on a double-axle trailer and measures just 18 feet in length, which is certainly on the small side for a North American tiny house and even more compact than French models such as the Mirasol. The exterior is clad in white asphalt shingles and cedar and has a curved roofline. There is also a storage box on the outside.

The interior, meanwhile, is finished with cork panels and has a large window that helps increase the natural light inside. The entrance opens onto the kitchen. This includes a two-burner electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee maker, sink and cupboards.

The living room of the S'Mouse City Model has a sofa bed for two people — The living room of the S’Mouse City Model has a sofa bed for two people

Nearby is the living room, which also serves as the master bedroom. It contains a sofa bed that folds out into a double bed, a coffee table, a TV and plenty of underfloor storage thanks to its slightly raised position.

The bathroom is on the other side of the house. This looks quite cozy and houses a shower, sink and bath.

In addition to the main sleeping area in the living room, the S’Mouse City model has a bedroom above the bathroom. This is a typical small house style loft space with a low ceiling and a double bed. It is accessed via a removable ladder.

The S'Mouse City model features a sleeping area in an attic with a low ceiling — The S’Mouse City model features a sleeping area in an attic with a low ceiling

The S’Mouse City model shown starts at US$84,500 and is currently available to rent on Airbnb. In addition, the company offers an off-the-grid model made to order, including solar panels for power and a compost toilet on board water tanks. It starts at $94,500.

Source: S’Mouse Tiny House Co.