The Grande is intentionally designed to support a wide range of future uses, making it a smart long-term investment for its owners. While purpose-built for the premium Airbnb market, its design easily transitions into a full-time residence, guesthouse, or work-from-home retreat. It’s also ideally suited as a holiday home or bach - compact to transport, low-maintenance, and beautifully comfortable for seasonal stays or weekend getaways. Durable exterior materials, energy-efficient insulation, The gable roof is not only visually striking but also highly practical—designed to suit the optimal pitch for New Zealand’s roof panel systems, ease of future solar integration for low ongoing operational costs. Its vaulted form also encourages natural heat to rise, helping maintain a cooler interior in summer months, and contributing to long-term comfort and energy efficiency. Together, these elements create a build that’s ready for the future—adaptable, sustainable, and built to last.

From the moment you step inside, The Grande feels like home. The generous picture window invites natural light to pour into the open-plan living space, enhancing well-being and reducing the need for artificial lighting. The gable roof elevates the sense of space and comfort, giving a light, airy atmosphere rarely found in compact homes. At 10.8m x 3m, the Grande delivers generous full-time livability within a compact, mobile footprint. The open-plan kitchen and living area flows seamlessly into a private, full-sized bedroom. A large bathroom with a rain-head shower and quality fixtures enhances day-to-day comfort. Ample built-in storage, large windows for natural light, and carefully thoughtout spaces make it a truly livable option for couples, digital nomads, holidaymakers, or as a high-end bach escape.

Our team takes immense pride in delivering quality that stands out. The Grande is a showcase of exceptional workmanship, combining skilled craftsmanship with premium materials throughout. The exterior features handcrafted Japanese cedar paneling, created in-house for a bespoke, natural finish. Custom hidden-fixing flashing's deliver a clean, architectural profile, while Typhoon industrial guttering adds both strength and visual impact. Every element is finished with precision, reflecting the care and expertise of our build team. Inside, the attention to detail continues—an exposed structural beam highlights the vaulted ceiling, timber floating shelves add warmth and practicality, and a feature pendant light anchors the living space with style. The bathroom includes a frameless shower rail, seamlessly installed for a sleek, high-end finish. From the large stacker doors to the perfectly aligned cabinetry, the Grande is built to an uncompromising standard, where craftsmanship is evident in every corner.

Function and luxury meet effortlessly in the Grande’s layout. The vaulted ceiling enhances airflow and floods the space with natural light, creating a bright, open atmosphere that feels far larger than its footprint suggests. The kitchen is designed for real living, featuring a full-height pantry, generous prep space, and a breakfast bar that doubles as casual dining or a work-from-home zone. The spacious bathroom—rare in homes of this size—adds a touch of luxury, complete with a rain-head shower and integrated laundry. A large picture window acts as both a visual feature and a functional design element, drawing in the outdoors and creating a strong connection with the surrounding environment. Every element of the floor plan is intentional—balancing beauty with practicality to deliver compact living without compromise.

The Grande turns heads! With it's striking gable roof line and expansive picture window, it makes a bold visual statement while remaining warm and inviting. The clean architectural clean lines and balanced proportions, use of cedar paneling, contemporary colour palette give it a timeless appeal that suits any setting - from urban backyard, to a rural or coastal retreat. Inside, the blend of light filled open spaces and cozy, defined zones delivers comfort and personality. It’s a tiny home with presence - elegant, modern, and unmistakably high-end.

The Grande is a true reflection of Freedom Cabins NZ mission: to create beautiful, functional homes that feel anything but Tiny. Delivers modern, energy conscious living in a format that's elegant, efficient and accessible. This build exemplifies how great design, thoughtful materials and great craftsmanship can elevate the tiny home experience into something extraordinary. We believe the Grande sets a new standard in relocatable housing - and we're incredibly proud to submit it for your consideration.

Coltman Construction Ltd; Systm Electrical Services; Liquid Plumbers & Gasfitters; Lay it Flooring Ltd; TRC Fab & Maintenance.