The Tiny House of Happiness

06/29/2026

Want to stay in a tiny house in an arboretum that feels like the English countryside? We love that our guests have this experience and can discover the lush, peaceful beauty that Awbury has to offer!

"His approach at Awbury created a series of connected experiences: open meadows that invite you to slow down, woodlands that offer shade and mystery, hills that give unexpected views, and ponds that reflect the sky on calm days. Nothing feels forced or overly manicured.

The result is a landscape that genuinely tricks your eyes into believing you have traveled somewhere far from Philadelphia. That countryside quality is not accidental; it was carefully planned more than 150 years ago and has only deepened with time"

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Philadelphia is full of historic landmarks, but few combine history and nature as seamlessly as this 55-acre arboretum in Northwest Philadelphia. Home to centuries-old trees, open meadows, ponds, and a Victorian stone mansion, it offers a peaceful escape that feels far removed from the surrounding c...

01/22/2026

Peace. Stillness. Simplicity.

Remember to slow down, to breathe, to stare out the window.

Your nervous system will thank you.

02/28/2025

“Plants and animals don’t fight the winter; they don’t pretend it’s not happening and attempt to carry on living the same lives that they lived in the summer. They prepare. They adapt. They perform extraordinary acts of metamorphosis to get them through. Winter is a time of withdrawing from the world, maximising scant resources, carrying out acts of brutal efficiency and vanishing from sight; but that’s where the transformation occurs. Winter is not the death of the life cycle, but its crucible.” - Katherine May, Wintering

In these last few weeks of winter, we invite you to consider how this season can support your healing, restoration, and transformation. If you need a weekend away to withdraw, to rest, and reflect, we'd love to support your own "wintering" experience.

03/24/2024

We recently had the joy of connecting with Mic Thinks Tiny to talk about the tiny house movement and happiness. You can check it out here!

Let's talk tiny! We all strive to be happy, but where do we start? In this video, Danny and I talk about mindfulness, happiness, and how going tiny might jus...

02/06/2024

Looking for a unique romantic getaway this winter? Come stay with us!

We know that quality time supports thriving relationships, and we're here to help you and your special person experience greater connection, make lasting memories, and enjoy meaningful time together!

01/22/2024

This past weekend brought a blanket of snow to the Tiny House of Happiness and turned the Awbury Arboretum into a pristine winter wonderland! If you're hoping to experience the beauty, peace, and serenity that winter can offer, we'd love to host you for a warm and cozy weekend getaway!

12/18/2023

Thanks Philadelphia Magazine for listing us as "U for unplugging" in their A to Z guide to Philly's hottest wellness trends! You can unplug and unwind this holiday season by booking a stay!

From aura photography to zero-proof drinks, here are 26 popular self-care practices — and the Philly folks leading the charge.

10/19/2023

THIS SUNDAY! Come tour the tiny house at the Awbury Arboretum's annual Harvest Fest! There will be live music, food, farm markets, artisans selling their crafts, and fun fall activities for all ages. We hope to see you there!

10/16/2023

Pay attention to the tempo of your life. Are you always rushing, adding more into your already full schedule, or feeling like you need to keep moving faster just to keep up? In the 1930s, Carl Jung issued a warning against the accelerating pace of American life and reminded us that rest is essential for a healthy and well-balanced life.