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HIS FLORIDA GEM offers the kind of million-dollar Interior dimensions are 12 × 24 (288 square feet) with a 100 square-
water view none but the wealthiest of us ever see, foot loft with queen bed and sitting area (388 square feet total). Two
except perhaps when camping at a seasonal resort. bedrooms—one on the lower level (full bed).
The reason for renting this tiny unit is obvious, but Appears roomier than most due to high ceilings-—14 feet—in the
T short-term rentals such as this sometimes puts tiny front sloping to 12 in the back which also provides a loft ceiling of 6
house owners at odds with local planners, especially in areas short ft. on one side sloping to 4 feet on the lower side. Concrete floors were
on housing. stained to complete the sleek “industrial” look.
Here’s the owner’s description. Note that she goes out of her way to Features a 5 × 5-foot bathroom with a 33-inch corner shower, locker
remind renters how small certain rooms are, such as the bathroom: “console” table pops up and serves as dining for four. Locker also offers
“This “modern meets industrial” tiny house is a foundation build. ample storage. Concrete counter top, leftover roofing material used as
Location is Polk County, Fla. (Babson Park on Crooked Lake). Took a back splash, used metal dental wash station was turned into great
me quite a bit to go through the proper channels and get everything kitchen cabinets and pantry.
approved but this is a “legit” (legal) tiny house with permits pulled Home is eventually going to be my retirement home but for now is
and certificate of occupancy issued. posted/listed on Airbnb.” GB

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