We turned a shed at the bottom of our garden into an Airbnb – it makes us loads of cash and guests love it
A COUPLE have revealed that they transformed a shed at the bottom of their garden into an AirBnb to make some extra cash.
Genevieve and Duston said that the money from the AirBnb has allowed Genevieve to quit her job, and spend time with their young daughter.
They also said that they have been able to afford to travel the world, and buy nice things.
When Genevieve and Duston first bought their home, the space was being used as a garage, but was originally used as a small living space in WWII.
Upon learning that people used to live there, the couple decided to convert it into an AirBnb.
The tiny house, which is situated in the couples’ garden in Portland, Oregon, has a tiny kitchenette, decked out with a kettle, a sink and lots of cupboards.
In the bedroom, there is a large double bed, and the room is decorated with unique wall hangings and plants.
The space also has a bathroom fitted with a toilet and a shower and also a mini breakfast bar, for cosy morning conversations.
Speaking to the Tiny House Expedition YouTube channel, Genevieve said: “It has everything you need and nothing you don’t.
“We need very little to actually live our lives”.
The couple said that renting out the shed makes them feel like they are part of a community, especially since they have chickens in their garden, which their guests love to get their morning eggs from.
The ceilings in the tiny home are very high so the space feels spacious and the place is decorated with vintage and charity shop finds, as well as knick knacks made by local artists.
Genevieve added that they have had no bad experiences from guests, and said the AirBnb has been a helpful tool for teaching their daughter about people from all over the world.
The couple’s garage has left many impressed, and YouTube users flooded to the video’s comments section to share their thoughts.
One person said: “I think the B&B is adorable, it’s compact but spacious.
“I love the vaulted ceiling and your colour choice, it’s so clean and refreshing.”
A second person said: “This is the best B&B I’ve seen, with a proper useable kitchen.
“All of the space is thoughtfully designed and decorated.”
A third added: “This is a lovely place, it’s so simply decorated but looks so fresh calm and warm.”
A fourth added: “This is a smart idea and it looks comfortable, like a studio apartment”.
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