We are excited to share with you that there is a growing connection between modern yurts and some of the best wineries in the country. Why is this exciting? Mainly because they are a perfect pairing! Yurts go beautifully with the pace and pleasantries of vineyards and wineries. Some are using yurts as lodging for […]

While yurts are relatively simple to construct, there is one decision involved in the process that will always require some focused attention and a little expertise. This decision has to do with choosing yurt flooring. For first-time yurt buyers and for those looking to upgrade or re-do their current yurt finishes, this question comes up […]

Have you heard of glamping? This newer term combines “glamour” and “camping” to describe a trend in outdoor enjoyment, namely camping in luxury. While the word glamping is fairly new, dating to 2005, the idea of camping in luxury is not. Sixteenth-century Ottoman sultans enjoyed lavish feasts and theatrical performances in richly decorated pavilion tents. In the […]

Woodall’s Campground Management recently featured a nice article all about Pacific Yurts. Here’s an excerpt: Pacific Yurts Celebrates 40 Years of Producing Modern Yurts In 1978, working in a dairy barn that served as a small business incubator not far from its current location in Cottage Grove, Ore., entrepreneur Alan Bair hatched Pacific Yurts… …WCM […]

Adventure Sports Journal recently featured a nice article all about Pacific Yurts; how we started and how we fit into the growing ecotourism market. Here’s an excerpt: The rise of ecotourism means resorts are the fastest growing segment of Pacific Yurt’s business. “A lot of campgrounds and sustainable lodges want a light footprint, and visitors […]

Alan Bair, founder and president of Pacific Yurts was recently featured on the cover of Specialty Fabrics Review. Here’s an excerpt: I never had an interest in going into business to just duplicate a product that already existed,” says Alan Bair, founder and owner of Pacific Yurts Inc. in Cottage Grove, Ore. “But early on […]

What makes our company great? Our passionate, dedicated, and expert staff is cornerstone. Yes, we are an award-winning company with stellar products and service, but all of that would mean nothing without our team who makes it all happen. As we celebrate our 40th anniversary building yurts and serving our community and customers around the […]

A common question we get from people in their initial research stage of purchasing a yurt is whether or not our yurts are portable structures. The short answer to this question is ‘yes’; however, we like to give our customers a little more information when we answer this to ensure clarity. Because our yurts are […]

One of the best places for yurt vacations is in the Lone Star State of Texas. With its sweeping views and an abundance of places to explore and experience nature, Texas is a great place to stay in a yurt. We rounded up five of our favorite places and we’ve saved you a seat by […]

Yurts bring an adjustment to lifestyle and quality of living that new yurt owners love. For many, downsizing to a more minimal lifestyle is an important step towards living more in harmony with their values and with nature. Focusing on the necessities and trimming the excess is just part of moving into a yurt. But […]