From their very beginning, yurts were made for families. Within the nomadic tribes of Central Asia, each family yurt (or Ger) was the hub of life for the family unit. The modern yurt is also an ideal lodging option for families looking to spend quality time together, indoors or out. Their circular shape and the […]

Jim and Patricia Haddock never planned to start a yurt bed and breakfast in the heart of Oregon’s wine country. It just kind of happened. The husband-and-wife duo opened Yurtel-Veneta in 2016 to attract travelers to Veneta, Oregon with the added bonus of making a little extra income. Their property has since transformed into one […]

Yurts continue to rise in popularity amongst campers and glampers interested in redefining the traditional camping experience. As it turns out, adventurous campers aren’t the only ones taking an interest in Pacific Yurts. Recently, news and media outlets from around the country are covering our yurts by praising their economic advantages, natural beauty, and their […]

In a feature titled “Pacific Yurts Celebrates 40+ Anniversary,” writer Ron Johnson details our 40 plus years in the yurt industry by talking with our founder, Alan Bair. They discuss how we started, the versatility of our products, why we are committed to delivering high-quality products, yurt vacations, and much more.  Here are a few […]

No other home-sharing service has grown like Airbnb. From basic backyard rentals to extravagant mansions, Airbnb has successfully cornered the short-term rental market. Adventure-seekers and last-minute-trip-planners continue to flock to the platform for most (if not all) of their rental needs.   As the platform’s popularity has grown, so has the competition within its variety […]

When Jake and Nicole visited our facility to pick up their Pacific Yurt, they told us they wanted to start a sustainable property centered around a yurt. They also told us they wanted to share their story about the benefits of living in a yurt by bringing more awareness to off the grid yurt living.   […]

Hipcamp recently made history by teaming up with the government to create a campsite booking tool that allows travelers to easily find and reserve more than 300,000 federal and private campsites across the country. Among their listings are dozens of reservable Pacific Yurts throughout the US offering one-of-a-kind vacations perfect for the summer. Some locations […]

If you’re planning an upscale getaway, try a rejuvenating vacation at Savage River Lodge in Frostburg, Maryland. You’ll find yourself surrounded by luxury on a property with boundless beauty and endless indulgences like award-winning cuisine and an excellent wine list at their rustic retreat. While the lodge itself is an architectural marvel made with sustainable […]

We are proud to hear about Idaho Parks and Recreation naming one of their latest Pacific Yurts after Leo Hennessy, the leader and developer of Idaho City’s backcountry yurt system. When Idaho Parks and Recreation unveiled The Hennessy Yurt sharing his namesake, he was there to humbly accept the honors. Hennessy retired from his longtime […]

The way we vacation is changing in exciting ways. Instead of visiting classic tourist destinations and resting in a hotel, many of us are traveling off the beaten path looking for unique experiences. Whether we’re unwinding after exploring the countryside or taking an urban adventure, reserving lodging in a yurt complements the unforgettable trips we […]