The best tiny home rentals in Missouri

Whether road-tripping along part of the historic Route 66, vacationing at the Lake of the Ozarks, or following in the footsteps of homegrown hero Mark Twain—Missouri is made for traveling. From Kansas City to St Louis, you’re never far from a state park—there are 38 to choose from—while the vast Mark Twain National Forest encompasses 1.5-million acres spread across seven different wilderness areas. Plan your camping trip from May through October to make the most of the forests, lakes, and wilderness areas, or cozy up in an RV through the snowy winter months.

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Whether road-tripping along part of the historic Route 66, vacationing at the Lake of the Ozarks, or following in the footsteps of homegrown hero Mark Twain—Missouri is made for traveling. From Kansas City to St Louis, you’re never far from a state park—there are 38 to choose from—while the vast Mark Twain National Forest encompasses 1.5-million acres spread across seven different wilderness areas. Plan your camping trip from May through October to make the most of the forests, lakes, and wilderness areas, or cozy up in an RV through the snowy winter months.

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1. Tiny off grid A frame in the woods

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3 sites · Lodging · Warsaw, MO

Unique off grid tiny A Frame in the Lake of the Ozarks/Truman Lake area with tons of activities to do in the area from fine dining to boat rentals. Comes with an off grid working shower and toilet. Private boat launch with access to lake of the Ozarks 5 minutes away. Property is on two lots of land but guest will be off to themselves the cabin is situated at the back of eagle bay resort in Lincoln MO

2. Tiny On The Little Piney

1 site · Lodging · Newburg, MO

Tiny on the Little Piney – A Secluded Riverfront Getaway Escape to the serenity of Tiny on the Little Piney, a cozy 200 sq ft tiny house perched on the banks of the Little Piney River, just outside of Newburg, Missouri. Nestled deep in the Mark Twain National Forest, this off-the-beaten-path retreat offers complete seclusion, yet it’s only 5 minutes from I-44 and 10 minutes from Rolla. This thoughtfully designed space sleeps up to 6 guests, featuring a queen bed in the loft, bunk beds, and a pull-out couch. Step outside onto the spacious 12’x25’ deck, or stroll down to your own private white sand beach and gravel bar, perfect for relaxing or fishing in the crystal-clear, spring-fed waters. Located just below the blue and white ribbon trout zones, it’s a paradise for anglers and nature lovers alike. Enjoy all the comforts of home, including WiFi, air conditioning, and nearby dining options, while being fully immersed in the sights and sounds of the Ozarks. Whether you’re seeking a quiet retreat or an outdoor adventure, Tiny on the Little Piney offers the perfect base for your next unforgettable escape.

3. Galloway Greenhouse

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1 site · Lodging · Springfield, MO

This tiny home is anything but ordinary. Located in a quiet and safe backyard, the Galloway Greenhouse resides in the historic Galloway neighborhood. In walking distance to a park, walking trails, breweries and restaurants, there is plenty to do in this lovely area. The listing does include two twins beds in a trundle bed style. Sadly, the listing does not allow pets as I have a dog that I let out to potty.

Stories from the community

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Anita

2 weeks ago

2 nights at Tiny off grid A frame in the woods

Very cute and supplied with everything we needed. I would definitely advise driving there in a truck or at least a vehicle that is not low profile because the road to get there is a little washed out in spots. Otherwise it was a nice place to stay!

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Josh

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Tiny off grid A frame in the woods

The A Frame was a great place to spend a weekend away from the city. The building was comfortable and had some nice luxuries such as AC and a mini fridge. Bathroom facility was awesome: having a hot shower is unusual even for cabin camping. The area was clean and quiet. Definitely have a vehicle that can handle some rough gravel roads and be sure to follow the directions the host gives you.

vincent

April 2025

3 nights at Galloway Greenhouse

The Galloway Greenhouse (Miss Emma's place), in Springfield, MO is ideal for a single person who needs to overnight in this town. The cottage is very clean, neat and functional. The place is quick and easy to get to, just off the highway. There are many restaurant options close by. There is minimal kitchen accommodation, just a hot plate. The coffee service is a Keurig. no big deal. Since this is a hipcamp place, we are prepared. I had my little gas bottle stove and french press. I was set. There is a small fridge, great sink and excellent shower. The bed is fine. It is a single daybed with a soft mattress and soft foam topper. The bedding, pillows and sheets were all clean and proper. Two people cannot sleep on this single daybed. There is a pull-out single mattress under the bed for another to sleep on the floor next to this bed. The bed was very soft, but comfortable. The window and door could be opened for nice airflow. Outside the cottage, Miss Emma allows a fire pit. She has fire starters and all the firewood you could need to have a great campfire. I can imagine she would allow tents in her backyard for extra guests, supported by the cottage. but ask. That would certainly cost a bit more. There was great privacy. Your car is parked on-street, in a cozy neighborhood. I felt very safe back there. Miss Emma was a great host and easy to work with. I will be back and rent this place again when I travel to Springfield.

Candace

March 2025

With pets

2 nights at Tiny off grid A frame in the woods

We needed to get away from the city and found this charming little A-Frame somewhat close to us. It was a lovely little cabin with a good amount of amenities if your looking for an easy weekend away or glamp experience. Having power generators was REALLY nice and honestly the bathroom is one of the nicest I've seen for an off the grid little setup. The dogs had fun, but tick season seems to of started a bit early. There are neighbors, but far enough away that they can't even be seen from the cabin and for the most part, it's REALLY quiet, which is just what we needed for the weekend. OH, there were a LOT of foot/shoe sized holes under the leaves, so be extra careful when walking around.

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Asher

December 2024

Weekend Trip to Tiny off grid A frame in the woods

Gorgeous off grid A-frame in the Ozarks! I'll definitely visit again.

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The best tiny homes in Missouri guide

Where to go

North Missouri

Kansas City, Missouri’s largest city, is best known for its jazz scene and BBQ restaurants, but there are also plenty of natural attractions to explore in the north. Head to nearby Weston Bend State Park to camp along the Missouri River, or go biking and horseback riding along the multi-use trails of Crowder State Park. Over on the eastern state border, Wakonda State Park has six lakes to choose from, while the Mark Twain State Park has family campgrounds in the Salt River Hills.

Central Missouri

State capital Jefferson City lies at the heart of Missouri, and just to the north, Rock Bridge Memorial State Park provides tranquil camping amid a backdrop of natural caves, streams, and woodlands. Summer campers flock to the Lake of the Ozarks region, where the huge reservoir is fringed with sandy beaches, golf courses, and restaurants. If you tire of the Ozarks camping resorts, Bennett Spring State Park makes a worthy alternative, renowned for its trout fishing.

St Louis and Southeast Missouri

At the meeting point of the Mississippi and the Missouri Rivers, St Louis is home to one of Missouri’s most visited attractions, the Gateway Arch National Park. Nearby, hikers can enjoy full-amenity camping at Meramec River State Park, while Castlewood State Park is renowned for its mountain biking trails, and Sam A Baker State Park is one of the region’s most visited. Alternatively, escape to the wilderness of the Mark Twain National Forest, where you can choose between tent/RV sites, cabins, or dispersed camping in the woods.

Southwest Missouri

Bordered by Kansas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas, the southwest is Missouri’s wild frontier. Venture into the Mark Twain National Forest to enjoy backcountry camping in the wilderness, rev up your OHV and tackle the off-road trails of St Joe State Park, or fish for rainbow trout in the stocked waters of Roaring River State Park. Finally, don’t miss the hike to Grand Falls. The 163-foot wide waterfall is Missouri’s largest, and lies just outside of Joplin.