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How to maximise your Airbnb occupancy rates

Last week, we explored how turning your property into an Airbnb can be a smart and flexible way to generate extra...

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Turning your property into an Airbnb: A smart way to generate extra income

With more people travelling domestically and choosing unique, private places to stay, the short-term rental market...

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Resale Value: Features that pay off in 10 years

Discover the home features that add the most resale value over 10 years. From energy efficiency to flexible layouts,...

How to know when a smaller modular home is right for you

Life has a way of changing, kids move out, priorities shift, and suddenly the big family home that once felt perfect...

Refresh your tiny home this summer

Five ways to refresh your tiny home this Summer

Summer is the perfect time to refresh your space. As the weather warms and days grow longer, it’s the ideal season to...

2026 Granny Flat Rules – Update #4

We’re closing in on the end of 2025, and new granny flat rules are just around the corner, expected to start in early...

Come and see us next weekend!

Something BIG is coming to the Nelson Home & Garden Show next weekend… We’ll be there with one of our cosy...

Granny Flat 68 M2

The National Govt are Actually Delivering on Granny Flats!

We Got RMA Tweaks! – Granny Flat Update! New Zealand’s housing crisis is getting a game-changing fix! The...

88 M2 Portable Office

Now is the Time to Buy a Portable Office Block! Explore NZ Tax Savings…

Hey there, business owners and property enthusiasts! New Zealand’s 2025 Budget has dropped an exciting tax change...

Granny Flats

Granny Flat Update – 70 M2 NOW!

We’re here with an exciting update about consent-free granny flats. What’s Happening? In 2023, the government...

How much does my cabin cost

How much will it cost?!! Cabin M2 rates explained…

What’s the Real Cost of Building a Premium Cabin in New Zealand? A Detailed Guide for Cosy Cabins Clients… At...

raised bach on piles

Why So High?? A Deep Dive on Pile Height….

A deep dive into why your portable dwelling needs to be a minimum distance off the ground. If you’re dreaming of a...

RED TAPE and tinyhomes

Tiny Homes & Red Tape: All You Need to Know in 2 Minutes.

At Cosy Cabins, we’re dedicated to bringing your tiny home vision to life—compact, clever, and wheel-ready. But a...

Consenting Rules in new Zealand for cabins

Decoding NZ’s Rules for Sleepouts and Second-Dwellings

Dreaming of extra space? A cozy sleepout for guests, a second dwelling for family, or a shed for your hobbies? At Cosy...

Maximizing your Air B&B rental cabin

8 Ways to Turn Your Rental Cabin into a Goldmine

At Cosy Cabins, your cabin’s more than a snug hideaway—it’s your shot at a booming B&B! Holidaymakers,...

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From Chilly to Cheery: NZ’s H1 Rules for Better Homes

If you’re dreaming of a snug cabin retreat or a cosy new home, there’s some exciting news from the New Zealand...

Consented sleepout - 18 M2

Do I need a consent for my sleepout?

Hey there, Kiwi homeowners! Dreaming of a sleepout for guests, a home office, or a quiet retreat? You’re probably...

SIPS Construction

Why Cosy Cabins and SIPs Are a Match Made in Heaven!

At Cosy Cabins, we’re passionate about building homes that are warm, efficient, and built to last. That’s why...

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What’s up with 60 M2 Granny Flats?

Granny Flats in New Zealand: A Quick Update on the 60 m² NZ GOVT Legislation New Zealand’s government is tackling...

Win a Weber BBQ with your feedback!

We value your feedback! Win a BBQ and enhance your online experience by sharing your thoughts on our website. How to...

News – How to Retire “Tiny”

Retirement can be simple in a Tinyhome, find out...

News – Why you need Cosy Cabins for your B&B investment.

Why Cosy Cabins is the Perfect Choice for Your Airbnb Investment Setting up a successful Airbnb rental isn’t just...

News – What to Know When Going Off-Grid in New Zealand

Going off-grid is an increasingly popular lifestyle choice in New Zealand. This guide will walk you through the...