Take a garden shed, make the walls higher, make sure there is plenty of headroom for even the tallest person and you have a Bunkie, somtimes referred to as a small cabin. Construct it to CMHC standards for single storey structures and it's perfect not only for the cottage but also as a backyard studio or office. Insulate it and upgrade to vinyl windows and insulated door and it is suitable for year round use.
Choose a traditional style with a full 8 feet of clear headroom under the trusses. Sidewall height is 6 foot 8 inches. The Boxwood Bunkie easily accommodates 2 single beds, a dresser and small fridge – everything your overnight guests need.
Every Bunkie comes standard with a solid wood door, ventilation and 2 opening windows. Windows and doors can be positioned anywhere on the structure.
Available with pine siding, cedar siding or Canexel™ siding and your choice of 25 year shingles in stock colours. Standard sizes include 8 x 8, 10 x 8, 12 x 8, 10 x 10 and 12 x 10.
Options include cedar shingles, insulation, screened windows, shutters, window boxes, double doors, upgraded hardware; the choice is limitless.
