No Backyard Too Small for a Cubby!

Think your yard is too small for a cubby house? Think again.

Our Australian-made timber cubbies start from a compact 1.7m x 1.8m footprint, so even courtyards, side yards and small suburban blocks can have a dedicated spot for imaginative play. And with the school holidays here, it’s the perfect time to give the kids a backyard adventure they’ll love for years to come.

  • Compact 1.7m wide range (Cottage, Villa and Mansion), designed for smaller backyards and tight spaces
  • Build up, not out: elevate up to 1500mm and create shaded play space or a sandpit underneath, all within the same footprint
  • Add the action with slides, rock walls, scramble nets and fireman’s poles
  • Spark their imagination with servery windows, shop counters, letterboxes and steering wheels
  • Non-toxic treated pine, Colorbond® roofing and Spotted Gum trims, built to Australian Safety Standards
  • Compact models from $3,950, including external staining, delivery and professional installation in metro areas

📅 Don’t let another school holidays slip by.

Get in touch today for a free, no-obligation quote and let’s find the perfect cubby for your space.

A Kids Retreat To Call Their Own

When this Hillbank family wanted a dedicated space for the kids, a Kingscliff Contemporary Cabana was the perfect fit. At 2.8 x 5.3m, there’s plenty of room for games, homework, movie nights and sleepovers, all just a few steps from the back door.

Fully lined, floored and powered, it’s a comfortable, year-round space the kids can make their own, and one that can grow with them for years to come.

Project highlights:

  • Kingscliff Contemporary Cabana (2.8 x 5.3m)
  • Concrete footings for a solid, level base
  • 1.3m awning and deck for outdoor play and relaxing
  • 1.5 x 2.1m glass sliding door
  • Large window plus two high windows for plenty of natural light
  • Gyprock package for a clean, finished interior
  • Flooring package
  • Electrical package

Could the kids use a space of their own? Our Spring Sale is on now with 20% off backyard rooms.


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Open Roof Pergola Done Right

Fresh install: an open roof pergola done right! 

We’ve just wrapped up another beautiful open roof pergola, and it’s the perfect example of what happens when solid craftsmanship meets natural charm. Built from solid treated pine timber, this pergola is designed to support climbing vines, flowers or your favourite flora, while still adding shelter, shade and a touch of privacy to the backyard.

The best part? It went from delivery to fully installed in under a day.

Whether you’re after a rustic feel or something a bit more polished, our Open Roof Pergolas can be customised in any size, with options for decking, screens, steps and your choice of paint or stain finish.

Ready to create your own backyard escape? Get in touch with the team today.

A Cubby House In Your Backyard – Freedom to Play

Freedom to Play, Built Right in the Backyard

There’s something about a cubby house that no screen can match. It’s a space that belongs entirely to the kids. One day it’s a café, the next it’s a pirate ship, a secret clubhouse or a lookout tower. No rules, no schedule, just imagination and fresh air. Give children a place of their own and watch them run, climb, invent and lead the adventure.

We’ve just wrapped up a double elevated cubby house and it’s the perfect example of what unplugged play looks like:

🌳 Two elevated platforms for a true treehouse feel, with shaded play space underneath
🪜 Climbing access to keep little bodies active and confident
🪵 Non-toxic treated pine framework finished with Australian hardwood trims
☀️ Colorbond® steel roofing built for the harsh Australian climate
✅ Designed and built to Australian Safety Standards
🇦🇺 Australian-made, delivered and professionally installed by our team

Ready to give your kids a backyard they’ll never want to leave? Get a free, no-obligation quote today.

Small Yard? Custom Backyard Rooms Built to Fit Any Space

Small Yard? No Problem.

Think your backyard is too small for a backyard room? Think again. Because every build is custom designed, we can create a space that fits your yard perfectly, no matter how compact it is.

This recently completed room proves it, tucked neatly into a smaller footprint without compromising on comfort, style or function.

  • Fully custom design, built to fit your exact space
  • No cookie cutter sizing, every room is made to order
  • Smart layouts that make the most of every square metre
  • Insulated, quality finishes even in a compact build
  • Factory direct build and installation

Big or small, there’s always a way to add real living space to your backyard.

Not sure if your yard has enough room? Get in touch, we’ll design something that fits.

Backyard Workspaces

Job Complete: Custom Contemporary Cabana in Enfield, S.A

Another build wrapped up, this time a 2.7 x 5.7m Contemporary Cabana designed to work as both a rumpus room and a workspace, giving the owners a flexible space for downtime and getting things done.

Built with:

  • 1810 x 2100mm glass sliding door for effortless access and natural light
  • 514 x 850mm window for extra brightness without compromising privacy
  • Concrete footings for a solid, long lasting base
  • Axon facade for a sleek, contemporary look
  • 600mm awning and deck for added outdoor shelter and space
  • Full Gyprock lining, ready to move straight in

From rumpus rooms to workspaces and everything in between, our Contemporary Cabanas are made to order and built around how you actually want to use your backyard.

Delivered and installed across VIC, NSW and SA

Thinking about your own backyard upgrade? Get in touch for a free quote.

Custom Backyard Rumpus Room

We’ve just wrapped up another beautiful backyard build, this time a Kingscliff Contemporary Cabana in Victor Harbor, South Australia. Measuring 2.8 x 5.3m, this custom cabana gives the owners a dedicated rumpus room to relax, unwind and spend quality time together, right in their own backyard.

A Space Built for Living, Not Just Storage

Rumpus rooms have become one of the most popular reasons Australian homeowners choose a backyard cabana. Rather than losing space inside the main house, a standalone room like this one creates a separate zone for downtime, games, movie nights or simply getting away from the everyday hustle. Built factory direct and made to order, this Kingscliff Cabana was designed around exactly how the owners wanted to use it.

What Went Into This Build

Every Contemporary Cabana is customised to the site and the brief, and this Victor Harbor build included a great mix of features to maximise light, space and functionality:

  • 1.5 x 2.1m glass sliding door for effortless access in and out of the room, while flooding the space with natural light
  • Large and small windows positioned to boost airflow and brightness throughout the day
  • 3 x 5m deck and 1.3m awning extending the living space outdoors, perfect for South Australia’s mild afternoons
  • Internal stud wall with a 720mm door and jamb, creating a separate zone within the room for extra privacy or a dual purpose layout
  • Full Gyprock lining and flooring package, meaning the space was ready to furnish and move into as soon as the build was complete

Why Homeowners Choose a Contemporary Cabana

Australian Backyard Creations has spent more than 40 years designing and building quality backyard structures for Australian families. Every Contemporary Cabana is manufactured and installed factory direct, meaning no middlemen, no unnecessary delays and a build that’s tailored to the homeowner’s exact needs rather than a one size fits all template.

Whether it’s a rumpus room like this Victor Harbor build, a home office, a studio or simply extra living space, the Contemporary Cabana range is built to adapt to however a family wants to use their backyard.

Thinking About Your Own Backyard Upgrade?

If a rumpus room, retreat or extra living space sounds like something your backyard is missing, Australian Backyard Creations can help bring it to life. Builds like this Kingscliff Cabana are delivered and installed across Victoria, New South Wales and South Australia, all built and manufactured right here in Australia.

Get in touch today for a free quote and see what’s possible in your own backyard.