The Black Tulip

Most summer houses fall under permitted development rights and don't require planning permission, provided they meet the following:

Use: It must be for "incidental" use (such as a home office, gym, or hobby room) and cannot be used as a bedroom, living space, or self-contained dwelling.

Height: Maximum height of 2.5 metres if any part of the building sits within 2 metres of a property boundary.

Maximum height of 3 metres for a flat roof, or 4 metres for a dual-pitched roof, if placed more than 2 metres away from a boundary.

Maximum eaves height of 2.5 metres.

Position: It must be located at the rear or side of the house and never forward of the principal elevation (the front wall of the original house). 

Footprint: The summer house, combined with any other extensions or outbuildings, must cover no more than 50% of the total land area surrounding the original house.

Storey: It must be single-storey with no raised platforms, verandas, or balconies higher than 0.3 metres.

Our fixed prices include the complete summer house structure, all windows and doors and internal and external fixings.

Delivery is typically 48hrs from receiving your order. Delivery is kerbside only. We can deliver your summer house onto your drive providing it is structurally sound such as tarmac and block paving. We cannot deliver onto your drive if it is gravel or earth.

All of our summer houses are made with either timbre or composite material. See below for the differences between the two.

Unfortunately not. Your summer house will come in different sized boards along will all fittings and fixtures for you to install. We can offer installation for an additional fee. Please mention this to us when ordering your summer house.

You have complete creative control over what you want your summer house to be. Options can include home office, a home-made gym, games room or a peaceful retreat. The choice is yours!

Absolutely! All of our summer houses are treated to withstand all conditions the British weather throws at us!