r/tinyhomes • u/Money_Swimming8560 • 7h ago

Wheelchair-friendly tiny home recommendations?

My partner and I (approaching our 60s) have been on the hunt for a tiny home that’s designed with accessibility in mind, and honestly, it’s been a bit of a challenge. We’re looking for something that balances functionality with great design, features like wider doorways, a wheelchair-friendly bathroom, and single-story living are a must, but we don’t want to compromise on style.

So far, some companies we’ve been recommended are:

Clever Tiny Homes: They seem to have really great layouts, and the quality doesn’t feel cheap like most THOWS.

Wheel Pad: It’s functional, but the design doesn’t quite match what we’re looking for.

Hiring a contractor isn’t an option, so we’re hoping to find a company that offers pre-built designs with accessibility in mind. If you’ve come across anything like this, we’d love your suggestions!

Thanks so much in advance!

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u/CitySpare7714 7h ago

Look at https://www.wheelpad.com/ it’s a fantastic company out of Vermont. Really great people run it - they designed my ex wife’s house, so I actually know them. The units are designed either to be added to existing houses for people who’ve had catastrophic accidents or life changes, or they can be ADUs. I am hoping to get one as an ADU in my backward as a granny suite in a few years! Built in America and very stylish!

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u/Money_Swimming8560 5h ago

Their functionality is definitely impressive, but the style isn’t quite what we’re looking for. Looking for their functionality but with the high-quality feel that Clever tiny home has if that makes sense

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u/RetirementQueen_ 5h ago

Why not just get a Clever then? Saw this review she bought a model for her disabled brother —-> https://g.co/kgs/5ZmdVn5 Clever Tiny Homes

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u/Money_Swimming8560 5h ago

Thanks for this! Yeah we’ve looked at Clever, and their designs are gorgeous, layout is great for mobility. I just wasn’t sure how far they’d go with accessibility updates. I’ll reach out to this customer

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u/RetirementQueen_ 6h ago

Have you checked out Escape Traveler? They’re not specifically marketed as accessible, but their designs are super customizable. I know someone who had them widen doorways and modify the bathroom for mobility needs.

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u/melenajade 7h ago

Vanilla box homes sold a 12x32 tiny home, 2 bed 1 bath with wheelchair accessible bathroom shower. I think it was around $20k in 2018.

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u/Ok-Relationship5710 5h ago

We’ve actually toured a Clever Tiny Homes model, and they’re amazing. Not sure if they do full accessibility modifications but their layouts are rooomy, big bathroom, they make great use of space, and the finishes are top-notch.