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1979 Double Wide Transforms Into Cozy Farmhouse Retreat

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It’s no surprise to see that the farmhouse look is still hot. From decor magazines to Pinterest you can find tons of ideas to help you create your own version using different color schemes to suit your personal style. Another great example, this 1979 double wide that is listed for sale in Oregon that was completely remodeled into a farmhouse retreat.

The listing states:

Completely remodeled home! Stepping into a master piece you would never know this is a 1979! Country kitchen w/ new cabinets, counter tops, farm sink & fixtures open into the great room overlooking the fireplace & dining. Enjoy quiet sitting areas in the den& or enclosed front converted porch. Master bath is beautiful! Quiet spot in a 55+ community. (home sold for $70,000)

Related: Check out our Pinterest boards for all kinds of great decor and remodeling ideas!

Cozy Farmhouse Look

Although smaller, at less than 1400 square feet, this 1979 doesn’t feel small. The open floor plan is well utilized with a nice setting area around the fireplace and access to the enclosed porch.

With this floor plan the space doesn’t feel cramped.

Plank walls around the fireplace are a nice contrast to the living room.

Although open the kitchen and living area still feel separate.

Small Kitchen is Big on Storage

One of the biggest complaints that mobile home owners have is the lack of storage in mobile homes, especially in the kitchen. Which is why its such a nice change to see what these homeowners accomplished with the small kitchen in this 1979 double wide. The combination of cabinets, open shelving and even slots for wine storage, make this small kitchen seem much bigger.

The owners also did a great job continuing the farmhouse look into the kitchen area with the addition of the farmhouse sink, terrific farmhouse lighting and the plank look on the ceiling. We also love the two tone cabinets which break up the space as well.

Farmhouse sink worked well in that space.

Love the color combination.

Even a spot for some wine.

Although the owners have a small table there, there is definitely space for a bigger dining room table.

Small Changes Have a Big Impact

If you don’t have the time or budget to allow for a full remodel, there are still lots of great ways to make a big impact on your mobile home. Something as simple as a fresh coat of paint can make a big change to the look of your home.

The owners of this 1979 double wide did several things that we see in many home remodels. Creating accent walls, updating the flooring, changing the lighting fixtures to match the farmhouse look all helped to transform this older mobile home into a whole new home.

What a cozy setting area.

Accent wall behind the bookshelf breaks up the room.

Pallet planks make a great choice for an accent wall.

The farmhouse look continues in the master suite.

Stained glass lets you keep privacy without losing light.

Open shelving is a nice way to use unused space.

You Would Never Know This 1979 Double Wide is in a Community

Sometimes in manufactured home communities the homes are tight and there isn’t much room for trees or privacy. That is definitely not the case in this 55+ park. Not only did the homeowners have room for landscaping they were able to keep the surrounding trees which give plenty of privacy.

Landscaping can make a huge difference in the look of a home.

This enclosed porch is a great spot for entertaining.

Love this look.

A small porch is located on the back of the home as well.

There’s even room for a carport!

There is so much to love about this 1979 double wide. And its so reassuring to see so many homeowners taking these older mobile homes and transforming them and being able to sell them for decent prices. This home would stack up to any same size stick built home for around half the cost. Which means that manufactured housing will continue to be an economic choice for potential home buyers!

Thanks for reading Mobile Home Living.

Kim Alley

Kim Alley is a writer here at Mobile Home Living and I am honored to have her join us! She has lived in a manufactured home for over 20 years and took on many remodeling and upgrade projects during that time. Kim has three kids, ages 17 to 25, and enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, and camping whenever she can.