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Entryway & Outdoor Storage

Not everything has to live inside. A good drop zone at the door tames daily clutter, and outdoor boxes, under-trailer lockers and external hatches move bulky, weather-tolerant gear right out of your living space. Pricing is shown per country; regions marked "being researched" are coming soon.

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Entryway & outdoor options

Entryway Drop Zone

A compact spot by the door for keys, shoes, coats and bags β€” hooks, a slim bench with shoe storage and a small shelf. Stops the whole home filling with everyday clutter.

Advantages

  • Keeps daily clutter at the door
  • Hooks + bench + shelf in a tiny footprint
  • Shoes stay off the floor
  • Cheap to set up

Trade-offs

  • Space is tight right at the door
  • Can get overloaded
  • Wet gear needs a mat/drainage

Indicative pricing

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Australia$50 – $300
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USABeing researched
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ CanadaBeing researched
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ UKBeing researched
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί EuropeBeing researched

Deck / Veranda Storage Box

A weatherproof bench or box on the deck for outdoor gear, firewood, tools or cushions β€” moving bulky, weather-tolerant items out of the home entirely.

Advantages

  • Frees interior space
  • Weatherproof seating + storage
  • Great for firewood, tools, BBQ gear
  • Doubles as outdoor seating

Trade-offs

  • Outdoor exposure
  • Lockable version costs more
  • Not for valuables

Indicative pricing

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Australia$80 – $500
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USABeing researched
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ CanadaBeing researched
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ UKBeing researched
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί EuropeBeing researched

Under-Trailer / External Lockers

On a tiny home on wheels, lockable lockers slung under the trailer or built into the exterior wall hold tools, hoses, levelling gear and outdoor equipment.

Advantages

  • Uses space outside the living area
  • Perfect for dirty/bulky gear
  • Keeps tools accessible
  • Lockable options

Trade-offs

  • Exposed to road grime and weather
  • Adds weight low down
  • Build/fit cost

Indicative pricing

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί AustraliaExternal locker boxes $150 – $800
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USABeing researched
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ CanadaBeing researched
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ UKBeing researched
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί EuropeBeing researched

External Wall Cabinet / Hatch

A hatch in the exterior wall opening to a cabinet β€” like a caravan’s external locker β€” handy for things you use outside (gas bottle, hose, picnic gear) without coming inside.

Advantages

  • Access from outside
  • Keeps outdoor items by the door out
  • Frees interior storage
  • Weather-sealed when closed

Trade-offs

  • Must be built and sealed well
  • Takes wall space
  • Watch weatherproofing

Indicative pricing

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί AustraliaCustom build β€” varies
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USABeing researched
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ CanadaBeing researched
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ UKBeing researched
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί EuropeBeing researched
Move bulky gear outside. Tools, firewood, hoses, levelling gear and outdoor toys don't need to take your precious interior space. A weatherproof deck box or an external locker keeps them handy but out of the home β€” just remember any weight you add still counts on a tiny home on wheels.
Pricing note: figures are indicative 2026 estimates in Australian dollars and vary by size and weatherproofing. External and under-trailer storage should be securely fixed and sealed. Regions marked "being researched" will be added soon. Last updated: June 2026.