In the constant balancing act between portability and comfort typical of tiny house design, the Berenstein Bear comes down firmly on the side of comfort. The extra-wide model provides a spacious interior that includes a large living area, a generous kitchen, and even a bathtub.
The Berenstein Bear is designed by Rolling Bear Tiny Homes. It has a length of 33 ft (10 m) and an increased width of 11 ft (3.35 m), which offers a much more apartment-like feel than a typical tiny house, at the cost of requiring a permit to tow on a public road. It's based on a triple-axle trailer and is finished in metal, with pine log siding and a standing-seam metal roof.
The interior measures 420 sq ft (39 sq m) and is finished in shiplap and drywall, with a tongue-and-groove feature wall and exposed timber beams, which are a nice touch. The open layout is arranged around a large kitchen that opens to the outside through double glass doors.
The kitchen is configured in an L shape and, unlike some smaller models, actually looks like you could do some serious cooking in it. It's equipped with a farmhouse-style sink, an induction cooktop, an oven, and a fridge/freezer. There's also lots of cabinetry, while butcher-block countertops complete the space. The living room is adjacent and has a large sofa, an electric fireplace, and space for a TV to be installed.
The bathroom is accessed by a hallway that contains some storage and a stacked washing machine and dryer. A bathtub/shower combo – still a rarity in tiny houses – is the standout feature, alongside a vanity sink and a flushing toilet.
The Berenstein Bear's bedrooms are arranged in a one-up, one-down layout. This places the master bedroom downstairs, which means it has ample headroom to stand upright. It has a double bed and twin wardrobes, as well as a useful little home office nook with a desk and chair.
The upper bedroom, meanwhile, is reached by a retractable ladder and has enough room for a king-sized bed and some storage.
The Berenstein Bear is up for sale from CAD 169,000 (US$121,000), depending on the options chosen, with extras including a rooftop deck and solar panels for off-grid functionality. We've no word on delivery, so those interested are advised to get in contact with Rolling Bear Tiny Homes directly.
Source: Rolling Bear Tiny Homes
