2025 Unique Accommodations Buying Guide
The first-ever comprehensive resource for domes, pods, treehouses, wagons, yurts, converted containers and converted RVs across North America.
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Expert insights from industry professionals
Detailed product listings index
Comprehensive manufacturer directory
Downloadable PDF format
Outdoor accommodations market report (Delivered separately)
Regular data updates
750+ products indexed
Compare pricing, materials, and warranties.
137 manufacturers featured
Find contacts, websites, and locations.
Market insights, expert advice
Understand buying intent and how to plan design
“I see Walden’s Accommodation Guides as a cornerstone resource that will help shape how we buy, sell, and develop outdoor accommodations for years to come.”
Ruben Martinez
CEO & Founder, American Glamping Association
Explore the uncommon side of outdoor hospitality
From domes to yurts, pods to wagons, treehouses to containers, see what’s available, what’s comparable, and what sets each apart.
Cabins and Tents editions coming soon as part of the full Accommodations Guide.
Converted Containers
Converted RVs
Bubble Domes
Dome Tents
Geodesic Domes
Honeycomb Domes
Zome Domes
Capsule Houses
Cliff-Side Pods
Conkers
Glamping Barrels
Glamping Pods
Tree Pods
Treehouses
Covered Wagons
Shepherd's Huts
Vardo Wagons
Hard-Sided Yurts
Traditional Yurts
Converted Containers
Converted RVs
Bubble Domes
Dome Tents
Geodesic Domes
Honeycomb Domes
Zome Domes
Capsule Houses
Cliff-Side Pods
Conkers
Glamping Barrels
Glamping Pods
Tree Pods
Treehouses
Covered Wagons
Shepherd's Huts
Vardo Wagons
Hard-Sided Yurts
Traditional Yurts
A complete resource for smarter outdoor hospitality decisions
Unique accommodations buyers can now:
See What’s Available, What’s Comparable
For the first time, you can easily scan unique accommodations side-by-side. Domes, yurts, pods, wagons, treehouses, containers, and converted RVs, instead of piecing it together through scattered searches or vendor funnels.
Cut Costs, Not Corners
Accommodations can cost tens of thousands of dollars. This guide gives you a head start, helping you focus on the features and costs that matter most before you commit.
What's included
750+ Unique Accommodations Indexed
Converted containers, converted RVs, domes, pods, treehouses, wagons, and yurts.
137 North American Manufacturers
Verified suppliers across the U.S., Canada & Mexico.
Expert Picks & Industry Commentary
Guidance from industry leaders, design pros, and builders to inform and inspire
End-Consumer Market Data (Delivered separately)
Walden's proprietary demand insights reveal what's actually trending
Expert insights to guide your decisions in minutes
Years of experience in development, design, and operations distilled into short, practical insights.
Authors
Whitney Scott
Co-Founder, Walden
Whitney Scott has shaped some of the most recognized brands in outdoor lodging - driving growth, brand strategy, and market innovation across the outdoor hospitality industry. As Co-Founder of Walden, Whitney specializes in helping outdoor hospitality brands make smarter, data-backed decisions. Her work influences glamping, outdoor resorts, and regional tourism initiatives, ensuring businesses stay ahead in an evolving market. Whitney holds an MBA from the University of Montana and executive training from Kellogg School of Business.
Joshua Smibert
Co-Founder, Walden
Joshua Smibert is an entrepreneur who has built successful ventures across technology, travel, and outdoor industries. As Co-Founder of Walden, he focuses on making outdoor businesses smarter and more profitable. He was previously the Chief Commercial Officer at Roadtrippers which was acquired by Thor Industries. He founded Carbon Ads, an exclusive advertising network that revolutionized monetization for niche publishers. He also was the original owner of the domain tinder.com, selling it to you know who. Joshua's business approach emphasizes building strong teams and quickly adapting to emerging markets.
Industry Expert Contributors
Doug Mulvaney
Expert, Campground Design, Formerly AVP of Design at KOA
John Delaloye Jr.
Expert, Cut & Sew Products, Formerly CEO of Diamond Brand Gear
Todd Wynne-Parry
Business Development Leader for Acquisitions, Aramark
Valentina Cereda
Health & Wellbeing Architect, Energy & Space Environments
Walden’s Outdoor Hospitality Research & Production Team
Angelica Elman
Research
Bianca Segui
Research
Blanca Ipulan
Research
Camil Lontoc
Research
Christina Ilustrisimo
Research
Dante Billones
Design
Elysa Murata
Research
Grace Lagunday
Research
Ian Diño
Research
Jack Faulkner
Illustration
Katrina Palisoc
Market Analysis
Nicolas Cramer
Art Direction
Zeus Bautista
Design
Frequently asked questions
The Unique Accommodations Guide is the first resource of its kind, compiling domes, yurts, pods, wagons, treehouses, converted containers, and converted RVs into one clear reference. It provides a side-by-side view of products, pricing ranges, warranty info, manufacturer details, and market insights — giving you a head start before you engage with vendors and start building.
This launch covers Unique Accommodations, but it's just the beginning. Dedicated Cabin and Tent editions are currently in production, followed by international editions that will expand beyond North America.
Each category (domes, yurts, wagons, etc.) includes an overview of common features, then detailed product listings. Across all categories, you'll consistently find: manufacturer name, product name, pricing, materials, warranty, and whether bathrooms/kitchens are included. When information isn't available from a manufacturer, it's shown as a blank space — giving you a clear picture of what's known and what isn't.
Beyond product listings, the Guide features: market insights (including consumer demand and operator trends), expert commentary that distills years of experience into five-minute reads, and a manufacturing directory with contact information to help you connect directly.
Walden follows a data release process. Information is refreshed periodically throughout the year. Substantial edits — like correcting missing information or adjusting pricing bands — are incorporated mid-cycle. New products and manufacturers are published in the next annual edition.
Manufacturers can request their file by emailing datarequest@waldeninsight.com. Updates received by the communicated deadline will be reflected in the next release cycle.
Outdoor accommodations are a major investment, often costing tens of thousands of dollars per unit. Without centralized data, buyers spend months navigating vendor funnels and inconsistent information. This Guide saves time and reduces risk by providing a baseline of knowledge: what's available, what's comparable, and what questions to ask before you commit.
Where available, yes. Warranty insights are included consistently, while climate-related details (such as snow load, wind ratings, or seasonal suitability) appear when manufacturers disclose them. This helps buyers align unit choice with zoning requirements and site conditions.
North America has one of the largest concentrations of manufacturers and outdoor hospitality operators globally. Launching here first allows us to provide depth and scale, before expanding to additional continents in future editions.
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