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BNB by the Sea

Check Out This Sweet Project Recently Completed in Stunning Kaikoura NZ This is a quote Imagine waking up in a brand-new, high-end cabin with the Pacific Ocean sparkling just beyond your window and the snow-capped Kaikōura Ranges standing guard in the distance. That’s exactly what our latest clients are enjoying right now after we delivered […]

What actually happens when you add a Granny Flat

Thinking about adding a granny flat often starts with a simple idea. Then come the questions – How long does it take? What do we need to do first? Is it complicated? Are there surprises? If you’ve been following the recent changes to granny flat rules, you might be feeling encouraged, but be wondering what […]

Its All Go! Granny Flat Rules – Update #6

New rules mean you’ll soon be able to build a granny flat up to 70 m² without a building consent. Find out what’s changing, when it takes effect in 2026, and how Cosy Cabins can help you start planning your build now.

Transportable homes: a different approach

For a long time, building a new home has meant muddy sites, weather delays, and months of coordinating different trades. For many people, that alone is enough to put plans on hold. Transportable homes offer a different approach, one that’s calmer, more predictable, and far less disruptive. And when they’re built off‑site in a dedicated […]

A Fresh Start: Designing space for what matters in 2026

The start of a new year often brings a quiet urge to reset. Not necessarily to make life bigger or busier, but to make it feel better. More balanced. More intentional. More like the way we actually want to live. In 2026, that reset doesn’t have to mean moving house or taking on a major […]

A better Bach setup

Traditional baches tend to try and do everything in one building. Sleeping, storing gear, cooking, relaxing all under one roof. And while that works, there’s another way of thinking about bach living that feels lighter, more flexible, and far better suited to an outdoor lifestyle. Instead of one big space, imagine multiple cabins on the […]

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 income. Once your space is set up and listed, the next question naturally follows: how do you keep it booked? Missed the blog? Check it out at: Turning your property into an Airbnb: A […]

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 continues to grow. For homeowners, creating an Airbnb can be an excellent way to generate extra income, especially when you have the space. Whether it’s a self-contained cabin, a granny flat, or a small second dwelling on your property, […]