5 Signs you should consider getting a granny flat
Granny flats have become popular in the last 10 years with many people turning to them instead of a complete home renovation. Granny flats and secondary dwellings are more affordable than a renovation and can be used in a number of unique ways.
But, how do you know if it’s a granny flat that you should be building? Here are 5 signs you should consider getting a granny flat.
Your parents or in-laws love to visit
Aptly named, a granny flat is a great idea for families or couples who have parents and in-laws who love to visit from interstate or overseas. Providing them with their own kitchen, bathroom and bedroom away from the main house, they will get their own space and you can keep your privacy. This is great for longer stays around holidays like Christmas or Easter or for parents and in-laws who are living with you full time, so everyone can live together harmoniously without feeling cramped.
You have a teenager or young adult
A teenage retreat is always a good idea when your children reach that “lovely” teenage stage. With a newfound need for privacy and a place to chill with friends, a granny flat can provide them with their own space that they can use for sleeping, entertaining, relaxing and studying. It also gives them a chance to learn the responsibilities of keeping a space clean and caring for a home.
For parents whose adult children are saving for a house of their own, they’ll be able to live at home while still keeping their independence and you won’t be woken up at all hours of the evening after they come home from a night out!
You want to earn extra income
You don’t have to rent out a room in your home to make extra income. If you build a granny flat in your backyard, you can rent it out as a seperate dwelling, giving someone a place to live and you some weekly rental income.* This is especially useful if you live in a capital city or close to public transport. Granny flats are appealing to renters as they get the amenities of a kitchen and bathroom without the large price tag for rooms or space they don’t use.
You live in a popular holiday destination
Like the reason above, if you live near the beach or a popular holiday destination, you can rent out your granny flat for short-term accommodation over the holiday periods. If you own a holiday home, portable granny flat on the property gives you an extra room to rent and will make your property more appealing to holiday makers.*
You need more space but you don’t want to build
If you need to increase the space in your home but don’t want to invest in a full-blown renovation, or you don’t plan on staying your home for a long time, a portable granny flat can provide you with an extra bathroom and bedroom or two without the large expense. A granny flat or secondary dwelling also adds value to your property, opening your home up to buyers who love the idea of a teenage retreat, parent’s retreat, in-law accomodation or an extra source of income.
If you’re considering getting a portable granny flat on your Melbourne property, we can help. We design and build Melbourne granny flats and tiny houses for properties in Victoria and all over Australia. Trust us as your local second home builders in Melbourne.
*Please be aware that all councils have specific requirements regarding the use of granny flats & second dwellings, please contact us or your local council for further details.