Series of Blogs Highlighting The Unique Feature of Mobile Annexe Ltd

Part1 : Granny Annexe Vs Garden Room

In this series of blog posts, we aim to highlight what truly sets Mobile Annexe apart from other garden building companies and help you decide which option is right for your needs.

What are the key differences between a Garden Annexe and a Garden Room.

A Garden Room is a designated space of up to 30 squared metres (for example 6 x 5 metres). Due to permitted development regulations, these buildings are usually limited in size and function. They are commonly used as home offices, hobby rooms, gyms, or spaces to relax. With these small spaces, there are very simple planning rules, are quick builds and have a lower overall cost and quality. Subsequently, you cannot find a kitchen, bathroom and you cannot legally sleep in the space you create in your garden.

At Mobile Annexe we can create what simplifies as an independent bungalow in your garden. It can have as many rooms as you would like, including bedrooms, bathrooms, a kitchen and even a room to include the space that you may have thought getting a Garden Room built for.

Garden Annexe built in rear Garden

Why Might Someone Choose a Garden Annexe Over a Garden Room?

With a Garden Annexe there is much more room to create a space that includes everything you would want in a garden Room plus much more! Not only this but creating another small home on your property, can increase the resale value of your home. Additionally if you are looking to upsize your home and move it is often more convenient to create a brand new living space within your garden for your family to live in providing that extra freedom without the hassle of selling and relocating your entire life elsewhere. You will have more comfort year round, with our Garden Annexe builds having residential industry standard heating, insulation, bathrooms and a kitchen. Being a family founded and run business, we find the most impactful reason to choose a Garden Annexe is the fact that you can keep your loved ones close to your home whilst still allowing them to have the independence and the freedom they desire. Whether its your children who are wanting to move out but the rental costs and mortgage rates at the moment are prohibitive and so that isn't an option at the moment. You may have an elderly parent who's care homes bills are financially difficult and are based many miles away making it hard to see them often; a Mobile Annexe build in your garden may be just what you are looking for!

Why May a Garden Room Be The Better Option For You?

There are many Companies that offer Garden Rooms and they can be a better option for you if you are simply want space for your workspace and hobbies, but you must bare in mind they may be a comfortable option during the winter months as they often lack insulation and heating options.

If you’re unsure which option is right for you, our team is happy to discuss your garden and requirements.