Yurt Blog: Guides to Buying and Living in a Yurt
Practical, plain-English guides from White Mountain Yurts on planning, building and living in a yurt – from budgets and platforms to winter living, permits and interior design.
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New to yurts? Begin with how much a yurt costs and choosing the right yurt size, then read about choosing a site and building a platform. You will also find quick answers in the yurt FAQ.
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How Much Does a Yurt Cost? A Complete Budget Guide
What does a yurt really cost? See every line item in a yurt budget, from the yurt kit and options to the platform, delivery, heating, utilities and permits.
Choosing the Right Yurt Size: 16, 20, 24 or 30 Feet?
Which yurt size is right for you? Compare 16', 20', 24' and 30' yurts by floor area, layout, uses, heating, platform and budget to choose the best fit.
How to Build a Yurt Platform: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to build a yurt platform: site layout, footings, beams, joists, tongue-and-groove decking, cutting the circle, insulation and attaching a deck.
How to Choose a Yurt Site: Sun, Drainage, Access and Snow
How to choose the best site for your yurt: level ground, drainage, sun and shade, wind, trees, snow, access for delivery, utilities, views and privacy.
Living in a Yurt in Winter: Insulation, Heat and Snow
Can you live in a yurt in a New England winter? Yes, with the right insulation, stove, snow kit and habits. Practical tips for warm, dry yurt winters.
Yurt Permits and Zoning in New Hampshire: What to Check Before You Buy
Do you need a permit for a yurt in New Hampshire? Learn how local zoning, platforms, year-round living, septic, shoreland rules and rentals affect your yurt.
Off-Grid Yurt Living: Power, Water, Heat and Waste
Plan an off-grid yurt: solar power and batteries, water from a well or rainwater cistern, wood heat, composting toilets and greywater, plus planning tips.
Yurt Maintenance Guide: Caring for Your Fabric, Frame and Dome
Keep your yurt in top shape with this seasonal maintenance guide: cleaning the fabric cover, checking the frame and cable, and caring for the dome and platform.
Yurt vs Tiny House: Which Alternative Home Is Right for You?
Yurt or tiny house? Compare space, cost, build time, portability, winter comfort, permits and resale to decide which alternative home fits your plans.
Starting a Yurt Glamping Rental: A Practical Planning Guide
Thinking of renting out a yurt? Plan your glamping business: choosing a site, permits, guest amenities, furnishing, pricing, bookings and maintenance.
Yurt Interior Design Ideas: Making the Most of a Round Space
Yurt interior design ideas: zoning a round floor plan, furniture for curved walls, lofts, kitchens, bathrooms, storage, lighting and cozy finishing touches.
The History of the Yurt: From Steppe Dwelling to Modern Home
Discover the history of the yurt, from the felt gers of Central Asia's nomads to the modern fabric and wood yurts used as homes, camps and studios today.