For thousands of years, nomadic tribes relied on yurts—strong, portable, and built for life on the move. Today, we’ve adapted them for the harsh landscapes of Australia & NZ, creating a low-cost, high-value accommodation solution
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Popularised in the 1960s by Buckminster Fuller, Geo Domes are one of the strongest, lightweight structures ever designed. We’ve dialed them for the modern nomad—durable, weatherproof, and perfect for off-grid stays, studios, and creative spaces.
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Hey, I’m Ryan. I started Yurt in the Dirt to make alternative accommodation simple and affordable for
anyone willing to roll up their sleeves and get
to work.
Not everyone wants to drop a fortune on a build or wait months for tradies. With a growing land and
housing squeeze, more people are thinking outside the box and finding creative ways to build the spaces
they need.
A few years ago, we were in the same boat. We set up a yurt on a friend's farm - a place to call home...
and since then, we’ve refined our Yurts and Domes to suit the Aussie and NZ landscape, helping people
create off-grid retreats, glamping setups, creative studios, and accommodation businesses.
Our products aren't for everyone though, depending on your location and
your intended use you'll need to decide whether a Yurt or Dome meets your local requirements - but more
on that in our FAQ here.
If you’re the kind of person who likes to do things differently, you’re in good company. Join our growing
community of clients who’ve built something incredible with our Yurts and Domes
Ryan Smith
Founder (Yurt in the Dirt)Ryan Smith
Founder (Yurt in the Dirt)
Real Stories. Real Spaces. See how our clients have transformed their land with our Yurts & Domes!
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I chose a 5.2m Yurt because it’s a more affordable option for my lifestyle and I wanted to be closer to nature. It took about 2 days to build with the help of 6 friends. The instructional video was easy to follow and Ryan was a big help. I love the simplicity, independence and quiet that the Yurt gives me. I’m fully off grid in Tasmania. I opted for the double insulation option and also a beautiful large window. I would definitely recommend Yurt in the Dirt! Readmore
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Our experience in working with Ryan from Yurt in the Dirt was exceptional. From the moment of our first enquiry, to our first quote, to keeping us updated all throughout the production and delivery process and all the way to the support he was on hand to offer when we were building our Yurt, his service and attention to detail and his genuine care and assistance was second to none. Ryan was also sensitive to our situation, in launching our latest venture for which we are truly grateful. We want to thank Ryan and the team at Yurt in the Dirt. If you are after a truly high quality product, with exceptional support and assistance you cannot go past Ryan and YITD. Thanks from everyone here – At Home In The World Family Weekends Readmore
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I’ve had a great experience so far with the company- my yurt arrives tomorrow and I’m so excited!! I had a few extra logistics with shipping as I’m in Tasmania and everything was done to make it smooth as possible for me. Very friendly, knowledgeable and prompt customer service, thanks Yurt in the Dirt! Readmore
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With zero exaggeration, dealing with Ryan at ‘Yurt in the Dirt’ has been an incredible experience. His customer service is exceptional, genuine and facilitative. From my initial contact, through months of communication up to financially committing to our purchase (we could have been wasting his time), Ryan was always responsive, informative, patient and generous. This service continued right throughout the build and has continued since. We would absolutely love to meet this man in person should we ever travel to W.A. Oh, and our 8m yurt is AMAZING! My husband and I are pleased, proud and content with choosing this for a living arrangement. These structures are nothing short of being both functional and magical. There’s so much room to create a space within them that is specific to your needs and your individual aesthetic. If you’re hesitating…. don’t! Ryan has the best customer service skills I’ve engaged in a long while – and he’s selling a great product! Read more
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Yurt in the dirt is really awesome to work with! Ryan helped us all the way through our building our new home! Starting out from our rough ideas he helped us every step of the way… we now have an awesome 8 metre yurt to live in:) Thanks again Ryan ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Paul and Astara Read more
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I’m stoked to have our new office up and running. Ryan was very responsive from beginning to end and the yurt was relatively easy to build. The 5.2m Yurt makes a great home office and sits just below the 20sqm rule for local council.
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I contacted Ryan after copious research and having already built a yurt some time ago… I was SO IMPRESSED with his service and approach. He had high quality deck plans, was happy to answer all my in depth questions and eager to assist in planning. Highly recommended and look forward to working with him again Read more
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I absolutely love my Yurt in the Dirt. Ryan was super helpful in the process of getting it here and the instruction videos worked really well. The whole family really enjoys using it! The 4.5m was perfect for our rural weekender.
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We are so thrilled with our yurt. We bought the 8m one and cannot believe how spacious it is. Dealing with Ryan has been such a pleasure, great to see that old fashioned service is still alive. We were kept in the loop throughout and although we collected it ourselves he has been there the entire process. As for the yurt itself what a great product and so well priced. We had friends and family over two days to build the entire yurt, followed the video and it was easy, heavy but easy. Love the new colours available we were too early for them. We have thoroughly enjoyed the journey and highly recommend Yurt in the Dirt. Read more
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Sometimes simple is best. We've taken ancient nomadic structures and adapted them for our rugged landscape.
Our structures can handle our harsh climate. From high winds and heavy rains to hailstorms and snow
All of our products have effective insulation and ventilation, and options for additional heating and cooling
Our Yurt and Dome kits are easy to assemble, and can be completed in 2 -3 days with basic tools.
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We’ve listed 9 popular ways people use our spaces—but the best stories are yet to be told
Straight answers to your top questions
Council rules for yurts and domes vary widely across Australia. Many councils classify them as temporary structures not requiring approval, but this isn’t guaranteed. We market our products as ‘glamping tents,’ but local regulations still apply based on your intended use.
Key considerations:
We recommend checking with your local council about your specific situation before purchasing.
Our Yurt and Geo Dome outer covers last 7-10 years before needing replacement (a replacement cover at that stage will cost approximately $2,000 depending on size). The frame, doors, and windows can last 15+ years with proper maintenance.
We manufacture our products in China and import to Australia & NZ. We consistently refine our Yurts and Domes here in WA. We are hands-on with client builds and visit our manufacturing facility often to ensure the quality of our products
Most clients install themselves with friends or family. We provide decking plans, comprehensive guides and phone support. For the sub-frame/base, some expertise may be needed but many of our clients have also built their own decks. We can offer installation in South-West WA and have a growing network of installers across Australia & NZ we can connect you with.
Yes. We have some display models in Southwest, WA and a growing network of customers across Australia who can show you their setups. You may even book a night with one of our Air Bnb clients. Also check out our client videos and detailed photos. To visualize the size, use a stake and rope to mark out the diameter on your property.
We manufacture our products in China and import to Australia & NZ. We consistently refine our Yurts and Domes here in WA. We are hands-on with client builds and visit our manufacturing facility often to ensure the quality of our products
Got questions or ready to get started? Drop us a message - we're here to help
hello@yurtinthedirt.com.au
+61 0489 269 088
+61 0489 269 088
