Allwood Escape Cabin Kit
Discover the Allwood Escape, a versatile 108 sq ft solid wood cabin kit crafted from durable Nordic Spruce. This kit is ideal for creating a home office, studio, or guest cottage. Featuring 1-3/4" thick walls and a 3/4" tongue and groove floor and roof, it ensures robust construction. The kit includes a pre-hung door and window, pre-assembled gables, and all necessary hardware for a typical three-day assembly. Optional wall planks can enhance headroom, and additional accessories are available to customize your space.
$669.00
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Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
244
/ 685
#244 in Sheds, Garages & Carports
Price vs Category Average
-79%
Below average
Material
Solid T&G Nordic Spruce
/ Solid T&G Nordic Spruce
Who it's for
- Sustainable Nordic Spruce
- Versatile Floor Plan
- Streamlined Assembly
Who should skip it
- Foundation Not Included
- Lacks Basic Utilities
- Roofing Materials Required
Key Specs
Material
Solid T&G Nordic Spruce
Wall thickness
1-3/4 (44 mm) T&G
Inside dimensions
12'2"x 8'11"
Inside Floor Area
108 Sqf
Outside footprint
13'10" x 9'10"
Ridge Height
8'3"
Wall Height
6'5"
Door
(1) 32-3/4" W x 72-3/4"H
Features
- Durable Nordic Spruce construction for longevity
- Versatile use as office, studio, or guest space
- Includes floor joists and tongue & groove flooring
- Pre-hung and glazed door and window included
- Easy assembly with numbered parts and instructions
- Adjustable wall and ridge height options
- Layered wall plank system for better insulation
- Mirror image assembly for flexible placement
What customers say
Customers appreciate the Allwood Escape Cabin Kit for its elegant Nordic design and solid wood construction. The aesthetic appeal of the natural timber creates a warm and inviting atmosphere that many find superior to traditional sheds. While the assembly requires patience and basic carpentry skills, the precision of the interlocking pieces ensures a sturdy final structure. Owners frequently highlight the versatility of the space as a home office or guest retreat. The overall consensus points to a high quality build that offers significant aesthetic value for those seeking a charming backyard addition.
Know before you buy
The cabin requires a level, firm foundation such as a concrete slab, pressure-treated timber frame, or a gravel pad. Because the structure is made of solid wood, ensuring the base is perfectly level is critical for the tongue-and-groove planks to fit together correctly.
For two adults with basic carpentry skills and standard tools, the assembly process generally takes about three days. The kit arrives with pre-assembled gables and all necessary hardware to streamline the construction.
Yes, you can increase the headroom by purchasing additional wall planks. This allows you to raise the wall height beyond the standard 6'5" if you prefer a more spacious interior.
The wood arrives in its natural, untreated state. You will need to apply a high-quality wood preservative, stain, or paint to the exterior and interior surfaces to protect the cabin from moisture, UV damage, and pests.
The kit includes the 3/4" tongue-and-groove roof boards, but it does not include the final roofing material such as shingles or metal panels. You will need to purchase and install your preferred roofing material separately to ensure the cabin is fully waterproof.
While the 1-3/4" thick Nordic Spruce walls provide good natural insulation, the cabin is not inherently climate-controlled. If you plan to use it as a year-round office or guest space in extreme temperatures, you may need to add supplemental insulation and a heating or cooling source.
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