Granny Flats in Melbourne
Ironbark Cabins make relocatable homes in Victoria that also double as granny flats. Expertly designed and built, there are so many benefits to adding one of these stylish portable granny flats to the back of your home in Melbourne.
What is a granny flat?
A granny flat is a self-contained unit located on a block with an existing dwelling. They are usually found on the back of the block and share a garden with the main house. The local council decides what size a granny flat can be, with most being smaller than 60sqm.
A granny flat usually contains:
a kitchen
a bathroom (an ensuite or seperate bathroom)
a bedroom
living room & dining room
a laundry (either seperate or integrated with a bathroom
What can you use a granny flat for?
As the name suggests, granny flats were most commonly used as accomodation for elderly parents or in-laws but are also now used as
a teenage retreat
a spare bedroom
long-term rental accomodation
short-term rental accomodation
What are the benefits of a granny flat?
The great thing about granny flats is that they are so versatile and can be used in so many different ways. If you need to increase the size of your home, you’re looking at a few hundred thousand dollars, but by adding a granny flat, you can add an extra bedroom and bathroom for a considerably smaller amount.
Not only that, granny flats can provide a valuable source of income and can be used as short-term and long-term accomodation.
Why choose a portable granny flat from Ironbark Cabins?
Ironbark cabins make granny flats Melbourne wide that are stylish and functional. Built with quality materials by quality tradespeople, these portable granny flats comply with Australian building code and can be used as extra accommodation or as a primary place of residence.
Our granny flat kits arrive pre-finished and is craned in on delivery. You just connect your services and you’re ready to go!
View our portable granny flat designs and view frequently asked questions to learn more about our business.
Want to know if a granny flat is right for you? Read our blog, 5 Signs You Should Consider A Granny Flat.