The Benefits of a Garden Summer House

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Extra Space At Home

A summer house gives you additional space outside the main house, creating somewhere to relax, entertain guests, enjoy hobbies or spend time with family. 

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Make the Most of Your Garden

Position your summer house to make the most of the garden around it, with glazing and doors helping you enjoy natural light and views of your outdoor space.
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A Space for Your Interests

Whether you want somewhere to read, paint, listen to music, play games or simply sit and relax, your summer house can provide dedicated space for the things you enjoy.

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Somewhere to Switch Off

Having a room away from the house gives you somewhere to sit, read, entertain or pursue a hobby without the distractions of everyday life indoors.

How to Design the Perfect Modern Style Summer House

The summer house has had an overhaul! A traditional summer house is little more than a shed in construction, but a fully insulated garden room from Cabin Master offers so much more. Our buildings are practical and high quality as well as incredibly stylish and unique. Investing in a garden room that has a sleek, modern feel will give you a great space to enjoy your time in your garden.

At Cabin Master we can help you design a garden room that fits you so well, you may never want to leave it! They are a great way to add extra space at home and a British garden classic. A modern garden outhouse creates the opportunity to make space for fun at home, with limitless ways in which you can use the extra room. Our team of experts have so many room design ideas to discuss with you.

Building a Summer House

Planning your modern garden cabin? We will design your perfect UK summer house using top-quality materials for lasting results with minimal maintenance.

We offer set-sized studios and custom options, along with low-cost finance. Visit our Nottingham & Warwickshire show sites to see our work. You can also book your free design meeting to discuss your requirements with our team and explore how a bespoke garden summerhouse could transform your lifestyle. 

5m x 3m 

~ 15m² ~

From £25,400

5.5m x 4m 

~ 22m² ~

From £32,000

8m x 3.5m 

~ 28m² ~

From £37,700

Visit Our Show Sites See Our Garden Rooms

A picture doesn't do our buildings justice! Come down to our show sites in Nottingham or Studley to explore and get a feel for the buildings in person.

Design Meeting Book a FREE

Whether online from home or at one of our show sites, our expert designers guide you through layouts, styles, and features to help you create your perfect bespoke garden room.

An Insulated Summer House for More Than Summer

The name might suggest a building that's only useful in warm weather, but a fully insulated summer house can be used throughout the year.

Use it as somewhere to sit with a book on a winter afternoon, entertain friends in the evening, work on a hobby or give the children somewhere to play. With insulation, double glazing and internal electrics, your garden room can provide a comfortable space whatever the season.

The Process: Summer House Garden Rooms

1. Initial Call & Design

We discuss how you want to use your summer house, the space you have available and the features you're considering. We'll help you explore the size, layout and style that's right for your garden.

2. Site Survey & Base Advice

We'll assess your garden, access and proposed building location, then advise on the most suitable foundation for your summer house.

3. Quote & Booking

Once your design and specification are agreed, we'll provide a detailed quotation. When you're ready to go ahead, we'll confirm your installation date.

4. Manufacture & Installation

Your summer house is manufactured to your design and built on site by our installation team, ready for you to furnish and enjoy year-round.

Summer Houses For the Garden

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a summer house and a garden room?

Traditional summerhouses are generally simpler garden buildings, while a modern insulated garden room is designed for  regular, year-round use. Cabin Master's summerhouses are bespoke and include insulation, double glazing, electrics and a range of layouts and finishes. 

Can I use a summer house all year round?

Yes. Cabin Master's summer houses are fully insulated and double glazed, so they can be used throughout the year rather than only during warmer weather.

What can I use a summer house for?

An insulated summer house can provide extra space for relaxing, entertaining, hobbies, reading, family time, games, dining or many other uses. The layout can be designed around how you intend to use the room.

How can I design my summer house?

  • Position is important: Generally, finding a secluded spot at the far end of the garden will enhance a beautiful retreat, away from everyday life. Our spacious summer houses look right at home surrounded by trees, giving it a secluded, middle-of-the-countryside feel.
  • Create a calming cabin: Use your multi-purpose summer house to host all kinds of home comforts by decking it out with a sizable bench seating solution that can double as a daybed and keep it filled with cushions to make it all the more comfy. Create a calming and neutral environment by matching the furniture to your personalised summer house design and help keep things cool and feeling serene.
  • Mix and Match: Give your garden house more of a relaxed look through a fusion of furniture styles. By incorporating the comfy with the unique, you allow your creative style to flow and turn the unloved into something great!

Can I have a summer house in the corner of my garden?

Yes. A corner layout can be designed to make better use of available space, particularly where a standard rectangular building would take up more of the garden than necessary. 

What size summer house do I need?

There isn't one standard size. The right dimensions depend on your garden and how you want to use the space. Cabin Master's bespoke summer houses can be designed around the available area and required layout. 

Do I need planning permission for a summer house?

Planning requirements depend on the size, height, position and design of the building and the property itself. Many garden buildings can fall under permitted development, but the rules have specific conditions, so you should check the current requirements for your property or speak to your local planning authority. 

Can I use a summer house in winter?

A properly insulated summer house means you can enjoy your new building no matter the weather! Despite the name, summer houses are perfect for springtime get-togethers and cosy winter nights with proper insulation.

Insulated summer houses are also more cost-efficient, as they will retain their heat for longer and potentially reduce your overall energy bill.

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