At Cedarspan, we care for the environment just as much as you do. Which is why our range of rural cabins, barns & wooden sheds are made from sustainably-sourced renewable plantation timber, where at least one new tree is planted for every one that is harvested. There are many benefits of prefabricated construction, however we […]
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Gifting independence with a small country cabin
Where Tim went, his dog went too. But when he headed off to university, this caused a huge problem. But this big issue could be overcome with a small country cabin and the gift of independence. “It was a wonderful experience.” A dog and a dilemma It was 2008 and Carol and Ian’s son was […]
Classic country cottage perfection
23 years ago, David built a country cottage. Over two decades later, this wonderful weekender brims over with special memories of quality time spent with family and friends. “It was a weekender and we spent a lot of time up there…we made a lot of use of it.” A Weekend Escape: Private and picturesque An hour […]
A garden studio wellness retreat
Dianne needed more space, fast! After sifting through countless granny flat and cabin offerings on the market, and even considering extending her house, everything was proving too hard, too costly, and too long. Then she discovered the Melwood range from Greenspan. “It’s a beautiful space for me to de-stress and decompress.” An urgent need for […]
A self-contained garden cottage
Nicole and Matt needed a cosy little home – first as short-term accommodation for their family of four, and then to become the ultimate ‘granny flat’ for Nicole’s mum. It has been more than a decade since they entrusted us with crafting their cute garden cottage, but it’s still one of our favourite stories. “We loved […]
Do I need council approval for a shed or garden room?
So, you want to add a shed or non-habitable* garden room to your backyard? If so, you are probably wondering if you need to obtain planning approvals to do so. Overview to exemptions Each state and territory has its own requirements. But as a very general rule, most councils will allow a non-habitable structure to […]
The little lakehouse reeling in inspiration
Rowena and Keith didn’t realise they needed a Melwood Porch until they, quite literally, caught inspiration! And their new cabin by the lake proved to be the simplest project they had ever tackled.
‘Cullenbone Cottage’, among the gumtrees
Cullenbone Cottage sits proudly on the grounds of Cullenbone Schoolhouse. Renee and Anthony originally purchased this Cedarspan cabin to add to their riverfront property back in 2017. Yet, featuring timeless appeal, it appears as historic as the 160-year-old former school. Today, it’s a beautiful Airbnb, owned and operated by Claudine and Alan.
A wooden workshop for working with wood
We say our timber garden studios are built to last and it’s a claim we can proudly back up with evidence. Like this cute as a button Melwood Verandah, going strong and still very much loved 22 years later! “It’s fantastic; I wouldn’t be without it.” A lasting legacy For Heather and Patricia, their timber […]
Our story
As we reflect upon nearly 50 years of Greenspan history, we invite you to share in our fascinating story of evolution. A journey from humble beginnings in 1976 through to today, we take pride in being a third-generation Australian family business. It’s an inspirational tale of innovation, precision, and a tireless commitment to crafting excellence.