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Side-by-side guide

Thuya vs Ultimate

Thuya and Ultimate are both strong options if you are shopping for park model homes. This comparison breaks down pricing, size, layout, and the tradeoffs that matter most when you are trying to pick the better fit.

Comparison table

Use the table below for the fastest read on price, size, and layout differences.

SpecThuyaUltimate
Starting price$85,000$148,720
Square feetN/A720 sq ft
Bedrooms14
BathroomsN/A2
Sleeps42
LoftYesN/A
Home typePark ModelTiny Home
FoundationTrailerTrailer
BuilderMinimalisteescape

Which one should you buy?

If you are deciding between these two homes, start with the tradeoffs below.

Choose Thuya if:

  • You want the more budget-friendly option.
  • You need the layout that sleeps more people.

Choose Ultimate if:

  • You need more dedicated bedroom space.
Thuya

$85,000

Thuya

Minimaliste

1 bdSleeps 4Loft
Ultimate

$148,720

Ultimate

escape

720 sq ft4 bd2 baSleeps 2

Key differences

  • Thuya starts about $63,720 lower than Ultimate.
  • Ultimate gives you more bedroom capacity than Thuya.
  • Thuya and Ultimate come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

Thuya

Thuya Pros

  • Lower starting price by about $63,720.
  • Sleeps more people based on the published layout.

Thuya Cons

  • Offers fewer bedrooms than Ultimate.
  • Square-footage details are limited in the current public listing.

Ultimate

Ultimate Pros

  • Adds another dedicated sleeping room.

Ultimate Cons

  • Higher starting price by about $63,720.
  • Sleeps fewer people based on the published layout.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Thuya is built by Minimaliste, while Ultimate comes from escape. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

Related alternatives

If neither option is quite right, these nearby matches are worth a look.

Noyer
Park Model
1 bdSleeps 3Loft

Park Model by Minimaliste, 1 bedroom, sleeps 3, includes a loft, starting around $85,000.

Ébène
Park Model
2 bdSleeps 5Loft

Park Model by Minimaliste, 2 bedroom, sleeps 5, includes a loft, starting around $85,000.

Magnolia
Park Model
2 bdSleeps 4Loft

Park Model by Minimaliste, 2 bedroom, sleeps 4, includes a loft, starting around $85,000.

CLASSIC KING XL
Tiny Home
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Tiny Home by escape, 520 sq ft, starting around $146,830.