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The Dual-Loft Maui XL Brings Exotic Resort Vibes to Tiny Living

The Maui XL can be further customized with a huge exterior deck 14 photos
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New Zealand-based builder Elite Tiny Homes says that the Maui XL is more than just a tiny house, and they're right. This gorgeous house on wheels with ample floor space and luxurious finishes is living proof that downsizing can be an enriching experience instead of a compromise.
Many contemporary exotic resorts aim to deepen their guests' connection to the outdoors while still providing a familiar sense of everyday comfort. It's called glamping, and it continues to be one of the most popular tourism trends. What's even better is that you could enjoy a very similar experience from the privacy of your own home, any time you wish. All you have to do is switch to a tiny home like the Maui XL. You'll feel like the king of your own exotic castle but without the costs and the hassle.

The Maui XL offers the best of both worlds by mixing the well-known advantages of tiny living with the sumptuous experience of an exotic resort. As its name suggests, this is a beefed-up version of a more classic design with a single loft. The Maui XL offers 29 square meters (312 square feet) of floor space, cleverly divided into two loft bedrooms and a spacious ground floor with a kitchen, a bathroom, and a roomy lounge.

First of all, this is the type of small dwelling that can ensure generous accommodation, even suited for a family. It features two separate loft bedrooms, each boasting enough space for a double bed, plush carpeted flooring, and large windows for maximum natural light. What makes these rooms extra fancy is the protection wall that adds safety and privacy.

Maui XL
Photo: Elite Tiny Homes
The bedroom above the lounge area features an open-work handrail across its entire width, while the second room reveals an unusual, asymmetric solid wall doubling as a storage solution. It's ideally suited for adding lots of greenery, which is one of the key ingredients for an exotic resort vibe. The room above the lounge feels equally exotic thanks to the natural wood used for the handrail, which also matches the ladder used to access it.

Like most dual-loft tiny homes, the Maui XXL features hybrid access in the form of both a ladder and a staircase. It's one of the most versatile solutions that can free up more space for the lounge while also providing easier access to the main bedroom. The staircase comes with integrated storage in the form of multiple drawers, and it strategically faces the kitchen.

The bathroom is the only part of the house that's completely closed off behind a sliding door. Inside, the high-quality appliances contribute to the home's overall luxurious vibe. This is a spa-like bathroom with elegant details such as golden fixtures, an LED mirror, and a heated towel rack. The beautiful vanity with a macrocarpa countertop offers ample storage.

Maui XL
Photo: Elite Tiny Homes
The same contemporary, luxurious aesthetic defines the kitchen. The all-white beech wood countertop features a practical extension designed to be used as a minibar. It's compact but very useful for extending the cooking/dining surface. The golden fittings look glamorous against the white furniture and tiled backsplash. This stylish kitchen comes fully equipped and fitted with generous storage. It's also bathed in natural light thanks to the large windows strategically added throughout the main floor.

The idea is to blur the line between the indoor and the outdoor so that guests can feel immersed in the natural surroundings. The Maui XL succeeds by providing ample living areas with excellent views. Its roomy lounge is designed to work as a modern-style indoor/outdoor relaxation space.

Maui XL is built and styled using a harmonious mix of natural woods and modern, high-end materials. This is a key element when it comes to its exotic ambiance with a fresh aesthetic. The abundant greenery inside seems to bring nature indoors even more. This entire abode is designed to feel inviting and fully open while still ensuring the sense of privacy and coziness that defines a comfy home.

Maui XL
Photo: Elite Tiny Homes
On the outside, the twice-oiled Fijian mahogany cladding enhances Maui's exotic appearance. The windows are double-glazed, and the ceiling, walls, and floors are fully insulated, which guarantees year-round comfort inside this beautiful home.

While the standard version of the Maui XL is impressive enough, future owners can take it to the next level by adding even more luxurious features. Picture an oversized, covered deck offering even more living space and expanding Maui's lounge outdoors; a fireplace would add the modern touch that makes many contemporary resorts seem so cozy, and additional skylights would amplify the luminosity factor.

This Kiwi tiny house model can easily be converted into an actual exotic resort for glamping. Still, the Maui XL is designed to provide the ideal living conditions for anyone looking to downsize in style. With a house on wheels like this, it's certainly true that "small spaces can offer immense experiences."
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About the author: Otilia Drăgan
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Otilia believes that if it’s eco, green, or groundbreaking, people should know about it (especially if it's got wheels or wings). Working in online media for over five years, she's gained a deeper perspective on how people everywhere can inspire each other.
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