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A Better Way to Escape

Whether you’re dreaming of a coastal retreat, a forest cabin, or a getaway near the lake, ideabox vacation modular homes are designed to make the most of your setting. With open layouts, smart use of space, and expansive windows, these homes feel connected to nature while offering all the comforts of home.

Our factory-built approach makes it easy to bring a modern, sustainable home to your property, even in remote areas where local construction may be limited.

Built for Your Property

Designed to fit a wide range of terrains and views

Prefab Efficiency

Assembled and delivered faster than traditional builds.

Customizable Designs

Make it yours with layouts, materials, and features that match your lifestyle.

Ideal for Short-Term Rental

Durable, energy-efficient, and beautifully designed.

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Why Choose ideabox for Your Prefab Vacation Home?

Views First

We design homes around your view. Whether it’s mountains, forest, or ocean, we create layouts that maximize what you see and how you experience it.

Indoor-Outdoor Living

Decks, covered patios, sliding doors, and wide windows help blur the line between inside and out, expanding your living space and connecting you to your surroundings.

Ideal for Weekend Getaways or Year-Round Retreats

ideabox homes are flexible and energy-efficient, making them perfect for seasonal visits or year-round living.

Great for Short-Term
Rental, Too

Many of our clients use their ideabox homes as vacation rentals. With durable construction, thoughtful modular home design, and high-end finishes, these homes perform beautifully as Airbnb or VRBO properties and provide an excellent return on investment.

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Features Made for Vacation Living

Panoramic Windows

Designed to capture the view, not block it.

Bunk Rooms & Guest Space

Perfect for friends, family, and visitors.

Pet-Friendly Options

From built-in pet wash stations to cozy nooks.

Modern Kitchens

Great for hosting or cooking with family.

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Light-Filled Interiors

Open plans with natural flow and tall ceilings.

Easy-Clean Surfaces

Smart material choices for low-maintenance living.

Outdoor Storage

Keep your bikes, kayaks, and gear secure and accessible.

Outdoor Showers

Ideal for beach towns and active lifestyles.

Explore Some of Our Custom Modular Home Projects

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Bryn Mawr. Wide aerial view of the Bryn Mawr house nestled in vineyards at sunset, wraparound deck visible with railings, surrounded by cypress and landscaped plantings.

Guest Cottage Nestled in the Vines

Built as an extension of a premier Oregon winery estate, this custom prefab guest cottage was designed to create an immersive vineyard experience—a place where elevated comfort meets natural beauty. Tucked into the vine-covered hillside, the home features two private suites, each with its own bathroom, flanking a central gathering space designed for relaxation, conversation, and the ritual of sharing wine

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Cauthorn Beach Cottage prefab home with modern design front porch and coastal landscaping

The Little Beach Cottage That Could

Tucked just over a dune in the historic and picturesque coastal town of Bandon, Oregon, this custom tiny prefab modular home showcases how light-site construction can lead to bold modern home design solutions. Built on a petite corner lot within a coastal golfing community, the project faced a trifecta of challenges: small buildable area, strict city design codes, and a rugged marine climate.

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Gathered Among the Vines

Nestled in the heart of Oregon’s celebrated Pinot Noir country, just outside Dundee, this thoughtfully customized home was created as a place to gather, unwind, and connect—both to the landscape and to each other. Drawing inspiration from our Carlton model, the design was tailored to suit the unique rhythms of our clients’ lives and the memories they’ve collected around the world.

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Modern black and white modular home with large windows, red Adirondack chairs, and forest backdrop on a grassy lot

Urban Farm in the City

Blending open-plan design with refined simplicity, this modern prefab home from the Fuse series has long been a favorite among those who appreciate custom home design, social gatherings, and relaxed elegance. With seamless flow and intentional space, it’s the perfect energy-efficient modular home—whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a quiet coffee with a view.

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What It’s Like to Build a Vacation Home with ideabox

ideabox makes building a vacation home fast, efficient, and enjoyable.

Pick Your Model

Choose from our collection of modern, sustainable homes.


Customize Your Home

Select finishes, layouts, and options to match your lifestyle.


Site Prep & Permits

We help you navigate the paperwork and logistics.


Construction & Delivery

Your home is constructed with our modern partner factory and
delivered to your site.


Move In & Enjoy!

Get the keys and start living your best life.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Vacation Homes

Yes. Our factory-built homes are ideal for locations where traditional construction may be expensive or unavailable.

Absolutely. Many of our clients use ideabox homes for Airbnb or VRBO. They’re efficient, beautiful, and built to last.

We help guide you through the process. Our team is experienced in navigating permitting and coordinating site prep. See the process.

From finalizing your design to delivery and installation, most homes are completed within a few months once permits are approved.

Yes. Winter, Summer, Spring, and Fall! All ideabox homes are well-insulated, energy-efficient, and comfortable in any season.

It all begins with a conversation. Whether you’re ready to build or just exploring ideas, scheduling a consultation is the best way to learn more about the process, talk through your vision, and see if ideabox is the right fit.

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