Make a staycation even more fun
with your very own private retreat
Feature
Hayley Gilbert
INVEST IN A SUMMERHOUSE
Larger and more comfortable than a shed and different to a conservatory as it’s a
separate, standalone building, a summerhouse can provide the perfect escape. Many
DIY retailers sell budget models while bespoke designs can be as large or as small as you
like. Most won’t require planning permission, as it’s considered an outbuilding, but there are
exceptions (such as if you live in a listed building or if you want to place it within five metres
of your property) so check with your local authority before you buy. Think about its position –
sunshine or shade, corner or central to the garden – as well as its style. Timber models work
well with period houses while metal and glazed designs suit modern properties.1
Give yourself a small
space getaway
W
hether you’re looking to stay
closer to home this summer or
just want a snug little bolt-hole to
use throughout the year, there are plenty
of ways to create a compact getaway. Make
yours earn its keep by using it as a home
office or hobby room or give yourself a
bigger project with the renovation of a
shed, summerhouse or second home.Plan the perfect garden party with this s
corner summerhouse, £719.99, WaltonsRelax and unwind in the
Cacoon double hanging chair,
which can also be used
indoors and costs £345,
http://www.smithersofstamford.comThis Luxury Summerhouse Garden Pod certainly has the
‘wow’ factor! It comes with a heater, Bluetooth audio
system, power point, LED downlights, a dining table,
two sofas and costs £16,995, http://www.cuckooland.com