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Create comfortable, private accommodation for parents or extended family on the same property, with options ranging from compact one-bedroom cabins to larger fully self-contained homes.
CLOSE BY. WITHOUT GIVING UP INDEPENDENCE.
There are plenty of reasons families choose to live closer together.
Parents may want to downsize. Adult children may need somewhere to live. Circumstances may change and having family nearby can simply make everyday life easier.
But being close doesn't mean everyone needs to live under the same roof.
A separate cabin can provide privacy, independence and personal space while keeping family only a few steps away.
TOGETHER, BUT NOT ON TOP OF EACH OTHER
The right cabin can give a family member their own:
That means everyday routines can remain independent while family support is still close at hand.
It can be particularly useful for parents who want to be near children and grandchildren without feeling that they have moved into somebody else's home.
A smaller home on family property can provide independence with less space to maintain.
Being close to family can make practical support easier while maintaining private living space.
A separate cabin can provide greater independence without requiring them to move far away from family support.
Create accommodation for siblings, relatives or whānau where living arrangements need to change.
Allow generations to share the same property while maintaining clearly separated homes.
START WITH HOW THE HOME WILL BE USED
A layout that works well for a short-term guest isn't necessarily right for someone living there every day.
Consider:
For full-time family accommodation, it is often worth prioritising everyday comfort and usability rather than simply choosing the smallest footprint possible.
THINK ABOUT TOMORROW AS WELL AS TODAY
If the cabin is for parents or older family members, it is sensible to think ahead.
Features worth considering can include:
Not every family needs these features today, but selecting the right layout from the outset can make the home more practical over time.
A PRACTICAL FAMILY HOUSING OPTION
A transportable cabin lets you add accommodation while largely leaving the existing house alone.
Depending on the cabin and site, that can mean:
At Tiny Home Base, you can walk through different cabins with the person who will actually live there and work out what feels right.
MAKE SURE THE PROPERTY WORKS
Adding family accommodation involves more than choosing a cabin.
If you're considering a self-contained secondary dwelling, our Granny Flats & New Consent Rules page provides further information about the current regulatory pathway.
PROCESS
Who will live there? What facilities and level of independence do they want?
Walk through different layouts and compare the spaces in person.
Consider size, accessibility, specification, price and availability.
Confirm placement, access, services and regulatory requirements.
Complete any necessary site and service work.
Once everything is ready, the cabin can be transported and positioned.
40 m2 / 10.8 x 3.8m
1 x Bathroom
1 x Kitchen
1 x Living
2 x Bedrooms
50 m2 / 12.8m x 4m
31 sqm
1 x Kitchenette
1-2 x Bedrooms
FAQs
Potentially, yes. Whether you can add another dwelling depends on your property, zoning, cabin configuration, services and applicable council requirements. It is important to check the site before purchasing.
A one-bedroom cabin can provide a good balance between a manageable footprint and separate sleeping and living spaces. The right size depends on how much storage, kitchen, living and accessibility space is required.
For occasional use, a studio may be sufficient. For full-time living, many people prefer the privacy and separation of a dedicated bedroom. Walking through both layouts can make the difference much clearer.
Yes. Tiny Home Base has self-contained cabins with bathrooms, kitchens and separate living areas.
Think about entry access, steps, bathroom layout, circulation space, storage, lighting and how easily they can get between their cabin and the main home.
It can be. “Granny flat” is commonly used to describe a secondary self-contained dwelling, while this page focuses more broadly on the family need the cabin is solving. How the building is classified will depend on the particular structure and installation.
PLANNING FOR FAMILY?
Whether you're planning for one parent, a couple or wider family, our team can help you identify suitable layouts to view.
Browse it. Buy it. Move it.
