A bathtub in a 33‑foot trailer — that’s the detail that makes the Starling stand out. In a world where tiny houses usually mean shower stalls and compromises, Rewild Homes managed to fit a full tub into a mobile home designed for a growing family.

“We wanted a home that flexes with family life,” says Rewild Homes. Credit: Rewild Homes

The Starling sits on a triple‑axle gooseneck trailer, stretching 33 feet (10 meters) long. That size is deliberate: large enough to carve out distinct spaces, small enough to remain towable. The exterior is understated — wood siding, metal roof — but the real story is inside.


Step through the door and you’re met with a central dining booth. Two benches, storage tucked underneath, a table between. It’s the heart of the house, doubling as a living room and, when needed, another bed. This multipurpose core is what makes the Starling more than just a scaled‑down home; it’s a flexible one.

Two bedrooms in a trailer — does this redefine family downsizing? Credit: Rewild Homes

The kitchen wraps around in a U‑shape, unusually spacious for a tiny house. There’s a dual sink, oven, four‑burner propane stove, and an energy‑efficient fridge/freezer. Cabinetry lines the walls, with pull‑out storage to squeeze every inch of utility from the limited footprint. A breakfast bar completes the setup, turning cooking space into social space.


Opposite the kitchen sits the bathroom. Here’s where the Starling breaks convention: a bathtub/shower combination, alongside a composting toilet and vanity sink. For families, that tub isn’t just luxury — it’s practicality. Bathing children in a shower stall is a struggle; a tub makes daily life easier.

The main bedroom is a loft, reached by a staircase built into storage units. The ceiling is low, as lofts tend to be, but the space is softened by an aluminum railing crafted by Vancouver Island artist Wroughtenart. It’s a small touch, but one that adds character to a functional corner.

At the opposite end of the trailer, raised above the hitch, is a second bedroom. A few steps lead up to it. This separation from the loft gives parents and children privacy — a rare commodity in tiny living. The space could serve as a child’s room, an office, or even a secondary lounge. Its flexibility mirrors the design philosophy of the entire house.


The Starling was commissioned by a client, so its exact price isn’t public. But Rewild Homes’ similar Barred Owl model lists at CAD 150,000, roughly US$110,000. That figure places the Starling firmly in the upper tier of tiny houses, reflecting both its size and its tailored design.

Tiny houses often demand compromise: less privacy, fewer amenities, tighter living. The Starling shows how thoughtful design can ease those compromises. By carving out three distinct sleeping areas, integrating storage into every corner, and refusing to give up the bathtub, it demonstrates that small doesn’t have to mean sparse.

What lingers after looking at the Starling isn’t just admiration for clever carpentry. It’s the sense that tiny living can evolve beyond minimalism into something more nuanced — homes that flex with the rhythms of family life, that adapt rather than constrain. The Starling points toward that future, where downsizing doesn’t mean downgrading.

Sources: New Atlas, Rewild Homes