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Essex – 1‑Bedroom Cottage

A smart, energy‑efficient 1‑bedroom timber cottage (~23 m²) that’s ideal for tourist rentals, a private home, or a quiet home office. Prefabricated for fast assembly, built from certified Nordic pine, and engineered for the Irish climate.

Essex 1-bedroom cottage – front viewEssex 1-bedroom cottage – interior

Size & Layout

  • Footprint: approx. 23 m²
  • Layout: 1‑bedroom cottage
  • Use: rental, private home, home office

Structure

  • Certified Nordic pine (solid timber)
  • Wall thickness options: 45 / 58 / 70 / 94 / 140 / 180 mm
  • Double‑glazed wooden windows with shutters; timber doors

Insulation & Roof

  • 3‑layer roof insulation (moisture / thermal / acoustic) with rock‑wool blanket
  • Galvanized steel tile‑look exterior cladding
  • Optional double‑wall kit: 122 mm XPS in walls & floor

Key Benefits

  • Energy‑efficient, comfortable all year round
  • Natural timber promotes a healthy indoor climate
  • Prefabricated elements for fast on‑site assembly
  • Great value with strong rental ROI potential

Modern Timber Living

The Essex blends modern design with the warmth of natural wood. Its smart 1‑bedroom layout, premium materials and optional extras let you tailor the home to your lifestyle and budget.

Option 1: Shell A‑frame (No Equipment)

  • Area: approximately 23 m²
  • Foundation concrete blocks + house assembly
  • Delivery in 8–10 weeks
  • Installation in Ireland; free transport to your site

Option 2: Turnkey

  • Everything included in Shell
  • Bathroom: shower cabin, toilet & sink kit installed
  • Plumbing pre‑installation (bathroom & kitchen); hot‑water heater
  • Electrical panel (18 modules), up to 22–24 outlets/switches (EFAPEL Logus 90)
  • Factory‑fitted in‑wall wiring available from 58 mm walls
  • Optional Architect license service

Want to check availability, installation dates or get a turnkey quote?