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Cabins

Sonoma

Classic wine country favorite

The hip roof design is the defining feature of our Sonoma small cabin or Bunkie. Functionally it creates a spacious interior and visually it is as pleasing on the inside as it is stylish on the outside. Out fit your Sonoma Bunkie with modern cabin accessories or go old school for that traditional granny flat look. Large or small, simple or elaborate, the appeal of this cabin will stand the test of time.

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overview

  • Our low profile, small cabin Sonoma is perfect for blending in with nature while providing ample accommodation for your personalized ideas. Learn about pricing on your small Sonoma cabin and more in these style tabs.

  • Small Sonoma cabin

Features

- Characterized by a spacious hip roof rafter design.
- Plenty of headroom.
- Perfect living space for a nature admirer.

Popular options:
  • French doors
  • Arch windows
  • Roof extension
  • Storm shutters
  • Antique flower boxes
  • Extra overhang
  • Cedar shingles.

Floor plans

Below are a few sample floorplans that shows the popular options associated with Sonoma pool cabanas.
For more ideas and photos please visit Interiors under inspiration.

  • Small Sonoma cabin Floor Plan 1
  • Small Sonoma cabin Floor Plan 2
  • Small Sonoma cabin Floor Plan 3
Popular Sonoma cabin floor configurations

Try this Floor Planner Tool to design your own space and share as you like.
You may also download graph paper and print out a few sheets to help designing your own space!

Assembly

Level of Difficulty:

Like all of our buildings, our small Sonoma cabin building kit includes easy-to-follow instructions, diagrams, and assembly videos that will help you through the process.

Below is a series of photos showing one of our Sonoma building being assembled.

  • Foundation for Small Sonoma cabin

    Foundation for a Sonoma building

  • Wall framing Sonoma cabin

    Wall framing install

  • roof Sonoma cabin

    Sonoma roof installation

  • Enhanced siding package Sonoma cabin

    Enhanced siding package for a small Sonoma cabin

  • close to completion Small Sonoma cabin

    Sonoma building close to completion

  • Completed Small Sonoma cabin

    Completed small cabin Sonoma (click image for more details)

Hiring a contractor

Our Sonoma cabin style buildings are relatively easy to assemble however if you feel that you may want some assistance check out our hire a contractor page.

Hiring a contractor Small Sonoma cabin
Contractor working on a roof
  • 3D Video Tour of a small Sonoma cabin Building

    The products featured is an 8 ft. x 10 ft. Sonoma cabin with the following options: Scotia Blue Canexel siding, cedar shingle roof, D8 door, w8 painted white, 8ft. bench

    Visit our 3D Tours page to see all the Summerwood Styles

  • Video tour for a Sonoma

details & specs

Small Cabin Sonoma Dimensions

Sonoma Garden Shed Dimensions
* Illustration is not drawn to scale. Dimensions are approximate.
SONOMA GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS CHART
A B
BUILDING DEPTH BUILDING HEIGHT
4' 8' - 4"
6' 8' - 11"
8' 9' - 6"
10' 10' - 1"
12' 10' - 8"
14' 11' - 3"
16' 11' - 10"
18' 12' - 5"
20' 13'
22' 13' - 7"
24' 14' - 2"
26' 14' - 9"
28' 15' - 4"
STANDARD DIMENSIONS
C D E
WALL HEIGHT OVERHANG PITCH
6' - 10 1/2" 6" 7:12

READING THE DRAWING

Use the diagram and corresponding table to get a sense for the size of your Summerwood building.

Most dimensions are approximate:

  • building depth and length are measured from the outside of the floor and wall framing (siding, sheathing, and trim aren't included)

    • →  for true exterior dimensions, add the thickness of your chosen siding, sheathing (if applicable), and corner trim

    • →  for true interior dimensions, subtract the thickness of the wall framing (EG: 3 ½" for 2x4 walls)

  • building height is measured here from the underside of the bottom wall plate to the top of the ridge; it doesn't include the floor (if applicable), foundation, or roof finish, since these vary depending on your building's size

    • →  for your building's exact height from grade, talk to one of our design specialists

  • wall height is measured from the underside of the bottom plate to the top of the double top plate

Wall Plan

Sonoma building wall plan

For true exterior dimensions, add the siding, sheathing (if applicable), and corner trim pieces. The Canexel siding is 3/8" thick, the cedar siding is 3/4" thick and the log siding is 1 1/2" thick. The wall sheathing varies from 7/16” to 3/4”. The corner trim is 3/4".

If you have any other questions pertaining to the size of the building, please do not hesitate to ask us, we're here to help.

Roof Framing Plan

In strong competition with gable roofing, hip roofing is up there for the most popular roofing style. Hip roofs typically feature a low/moderate slope, with all sides sloping from the center toward the walls of the structure.

Hips are more complicated to frame, sheath, and finish, but are typically simpler to trim and eliminate the vertical wall component of a gable roof style, known as “gable ends”.

Additional consideration should be given to ventilation. Due to its geometry and the lack of gable ends, roof vents must be placed on the roof itself. Consult with your contractor or roofing company, for the most effective ventilation system for your roof.

Roof framing plan for a Sonoma building

Overhang Detail

Soffits are the cedar trim pieces that are attached to the underside of the rafter ends.
Fascia is typically the cedar 1x4 that’s used to cover the rafter tips and provide a nice straight level line for the bottom of your roof.

Sonoma roof overhang detail

Foundation

The Sonoma small cabin is well suited to a traditional patio stone foundation. A concrete pad is also ideal for poolside applications.

Visit Foundations Page for detail.

Sonoma foundation

Materials

Like all summerwood designs, the small cabin Sonoma is a fantastic display of premium grade materials coming together for any of your outdoor needs. Our materials are chosen for their aesthetic appeal, durability, and environmental friendliness. Construction is engineered for garages and cabins but ideally suited for storage sheds and pool cabanas as well.

Floor
item material dimension notes
runners pressure treated 2x6 underside of floor framing
joists pressure treated 2x4 - 2x8 16" on center
sheathing spruce 48" x 96" x 5/8" tongue & groove
material upgrades
floor insulation expanded polystyrene 3 1/2" & 5 1/2" within floor cavities
pine flooring white pine 1x6 tongue & groove
Walls
item material dimension notes
wall plates spruce 2x4 - 2x6 bottom, top, double top
wall studs spruce 2x4 - 2x6 16" on center
siding cedar channel 1x8 standard horizontal siding
material upgrades
canexel siding canexel 1x8 studs & plates
cedar wall framing cedar 2x8 - 2x6 studs & plates
esu1a osb + typar n/a wall sheathing & building wrap
wall insulation expanded polystyrene 3 1/2" & 5 1/2" within wall cavities
Roof
item material dimension notes
ceiling spruce 2x4 - 2x10 ceiling framing
rafters spruce 2x4 - 2x10 24" on center maximum
ridge board spruce 2x4 - 2x10 n/a
sheathing osb 48" x 96" x 7/16" n/a
material upgrades
cedar roof boards cedar 1x6 - 1x8 n/a
cedar rafters cedar 2x6 - 2x12 n/a
roof insulation expanded polystyrene 3 1/2" & 5 1/2" on roof surface
Roof
item material dimension notes
cedar trim cedar 1x6 - 1x8 corners, soffit, fascia
material upgrades
maintenance free trim versatex 1x4 - 1x8 corners, soffit, fascia

Popular upgrades

Enhanced Siding Package

If you are thinking of adding insulation to your small cabin Sonoma, consider adding one of our "enhanced siding packages". It's a layer of sheathing (OSB or plywood) and house wrap (Typar and optional HomeSlicker) that provides a moisture barrier to your structure.

Enhanced siding package upgrade

Interior Cedar Siding and Framing

The Sonoma cabin style allows for a wide array of interior finishes. Our cedar siding or framing interior upgrade can be incorporated on the walls and/or ceiling, providing a warm rustic feel.

Cedar siding choices for a Sonoma

Roof Extension

One way to expand the functionality of the Sonoma style is to extend the roof past one or more of the exterior walls.

The roof is then supported on a post & beam structure custom to your design. Perfect for a shaded outdoor living area.

Sonoma roof extension drawing & building upgrade

Extra Overhang

The small cabinSonoma style roof features a standard 6” overhang where the roof meets the walls. The overhang is trimmed out with a soffit and fascia board. Extra overhang is offered in increments of 6” (i.e +6 (12”), +12 (18”)).!

Sonoma extra overhang drawing & building

Finishing

Once your Sonoma building is complete, there are a few things you can do on the inside to add to the comfort and enjoyment of your new Summerwood Sonoma studio design.

Please see Interior Finishing under Advice for more information

Insulation

Enjoy your Summerwood Sonoma building in any season and remain comfortable by implementing insulation in the floor, walls, and/or roof.

Insulation material for your Sonoma cabin

Electrical

The inside of our Sonoma studio are deliberately left exposed to accommodate various electrical applications.

Electrical configuration option

Plumbing

Often the Sonoma style is required to accommodate change rooms, bathroom or bar sinks.

Sonoma cabin bathroom configuration

pricing

Visit "options and accessories" for detail and pricing of our accessories.

Find below pricing for all of the Sonoma sizes that we have built so far. Don't see your size? Ask us and we will provide you with a quote.

Note that pricing below is for the base kit only. Doors, windows, and other options are à la cart so that you can customize to your hearts content.

SM Sonoma
Cabins (<70 sq.ft.)

All prices in $USD
Small Sonoma
Cabins, price list
kit size pre-cut pre-assembled
4ft.x4ft. $4,295 $2,577 $4,995 $2,997
4ft.x6ft. $4,995 $2,997 $5,795 $3,477
5ft.x5ft. $4,895 $2,937 $5,695 $3,417
4ft.x7ft. $5,395 $3,237 $6,295 $3,777
5ft.x6ft. $5,395 $3,237 $6,295 $3,777
5ft.x7ft. $5,695 $3,417 $6,595 $3,957
4ft.x9ft. $6,095 $3,657 $7,095 $4,257
6ft.x6ft. $5,595 $3,357 $6,495 $3,897
5ft.x8ft. $6,195 $3,717 $7,195 $4,317
4ft.x10ft. $6,495 $3,897 $7,495 $4,497
10ft.x4ft. $6,595 $3,957 $7,595 $4,557
7ft.x6ft. $6,295 $3,777 $7,295 $4,377
6ft.x7ft. $6,195 $3,717 $7,195 $4,317
5ft.x9ft. $6,495 $3,897 $7,495 $4,497
6ft.x8ft. $6,495 $3,897 $7,495 $4,497
4ft.x12ft. $7,095 $4,257 $8,195 $4,917
8ft.x6ft. $6,495 $3,897 $7,495 $4,497
7ft.x7ft. $6,295 $3,777 $7,295 $4,377
5ft.x10ft. $6,795 $4,077 $7,895 $4,737
4ft.x13ft. $7,395 $4,437 $8,595 $5,157
6ft.x9ft. $6,895 $4,137 $7,995 $4,797
7ft.x8ft. $6,895 $4,137 $7,995 $4,797
5ft.x12ft. $7,395 $4,437 $8,595 $5,157
6ft.x10ft. $7,195 $4,317 $8,295 $4,977
10ft.x6ft. $7,395 $4,437 $8,595 $5,157
7ft.x9ft. $7,195 $4,317 $8,295 $4,977
8ft.x8ft. $6,895 $4,137 $7,995 $4,797
7ft.x10ft. $7,695 $4,617 $8,895 $5,337
5ft.x14ft. $8,195 $4,917 $9,495 $5,697

MD Sonoma
Cabins ( 70 - 100 sq.ft.)

All prices in $USD
Medium Sonoma
Cabins, price list
kit size pre-cut pre-assembled
6ft.x12ft. $8,395 $5,037 $9,695 $5,817
8ft.x9ft. $8,095 $4,857 $9,395 $5,637
5ft.x15ft. $8,895 $5,337 $10,295 $6,177
7ft.x11ft. $8,495 $5,097 $9,795 $5,877
8ft.x10ft. $8,495 $5,097 $9,795 $5,877
9ft.x9ft. $8,295 $4,977 $9,595 $5,757
7ft.x12ft. $8,795 $5,277 $10,195 $6,117
6ft.x14ft. $9,095 $5,457 $10,495 $6,297
8ft.x11ft. $8,895 $5,337 $10,295 $6,177
9ft.x10ft. $9,195 $5,517 $10,595 $6,357
6ft.x15ft. $9,495 $5,697 $10,995 $6,597
7ft.x13ft. $9,195 $5,517 $10,595 $6,357
8ft.x12ft. $9,295 $5,577 $10,695 $6,417
6ft.x16ft. $9,795 $5,877 $11,295 $6,777
7ft.x14ft. $9,595 $5,757 $11,095 $6,657
9ft.x11ft. $9,495 $5,697 $10,995 $6,597
10ft.x10ft. $8,995 $5,397 $10,395 $6,237

LG Sonoma
Cabins (100 - 130 sq.ft)

All prices in $USD
Large Sonoma
Cabins, price list
kit size pre-cut pre-assembled
6ft.x17ft. $10,695 $6,417 $12,395 $7,437
8ft.x13ft. $10,095 $6,057 $11,695 $7,017
7ft.x15ft. $10,395 $6,237 $11,995 $7,197
9ft.x12ft. $10,395 $6,237 $11,995 $7,197
6ft.x18ft. $10,995 $6,597 $12,695 $7,617
10ft.x11ft. $10,395 $6,237 $11,995 $7,197
11ft.x10ft. $10,395 $6,237 $11,995 $7,197
7ft.x16ft. $10,895 $6,537 $12,595 $7,557
8ft.x14ft. $10,495 $6,297 $12,095 $7,257
9ft.x13ft. $10,895 $6,537 $12,595 $7,557
10ft.x12ft. $10,895 $6,537 $12,595 $7,557
8ft.x15ft. $10,895 $6,537 $12,595 $7,557
12ft.x10ft. $11,095 $6,657 $12,795 $7,677
11ft.x11ft. $10,395 $6,237 $11,995 $7,197
9ft.x14ft. $11,295 $6,777 $12,995 $7,797
7ft.x18ft. $11,595 $6,957 $13,395 $8,037
8ft.x16ft. $11,295 $6,777 $12,995 $7,797
10ft.x13ft. $11,295 $6,777 $12,995 $7,797

XLG Sonoma
Cabins ( >130 sq.ft.)

All prices in $USD
Medium Sonoma
Cabins, price list
kit size pre-cut pre-assembled
11ft.x12ft. $11,995 $7,197 $13,795 $8,277
12ft.x11ft. $12,195 $7,317 $14,095 $8,457
10ft.x14ft. $12,495 $7,497 $14,395 $8,637
7ft.x20ft. $13,095 $7,857 $15,095 $9,057
11ft.x13ft. $12,495 $7,497 $14,395 $8,637
12ft.x12ft. $11,995 $7,197 $13,795 $8,277
8ft.x18ft. $12,795 $7,677 $14,795 $8,877
9ft.x16ft. $12,795 $7,677 $14,795 $8,877
10ft.x15ft. $12,995 $7,797 $14,995 $8,997
8ft.x19ft. $13,195 $7,917 $15,195 $9,117
11ft.x14ft. $12,995 $7,797 $14,995 $8,997
12ft.x13ft. $13,395 $8,037 $15,495 $9,297
10ft.x16ft. $13,395 $8,037 $15,495 $9,297
8ft.x20ft. $13,695 $8,217 $15,795 $9,477
11ft.x15ft. $13,495 $8,097 $15,595 $9,357
12ft.x14ft. $13,895 $8,337 $15,995 $9,597
13ft.x13ft. $12,995 $7,797 $14,995 $8,997
8ft.x22ft. $14,495 $8,697 $16,695 $10,017
11ft.x16ft. $13,995 $8,397 $16,095 $9,657
9ft.x20ft. $14,695 $8,817 $16,995 $10,197
12ft.x16ft. $14,995 $8,997 $17,295 $10,377
8ft.x24ft. $15,395 $9,237 $17,795 $10,677
14ft.x14ft. $14,895 $8,937 $17,195 $10,317
10ft.x20ft. $15,295 $9,177 $17,595 $10,557
12ft.x17ft. $15,595 $9,357 $17,995 $10,797
13ft.x16ft. $15,595 $9,357 $17,995 $10,797
14ft.x15ft. $16,595 $9,957 $19,095 $11,457
12ft.x18ft. $16,095 $9,657 $18,595 $11,157
10ft.x22ft. $16,295 $9,777 $18,795 $11,277
11ft.x20ft. $15,995 $9,597 $18,395 $11,037
14ft.x16ft. $17,095 $10,257 $19,695 $11,817
15ft.x15ft. $15,995 $9,597 $18,395 $11,037
12ft.x19ft. $16,595 $9,957 $19,095 $11,457
12ft.x20ft. $17,195 $10,317 $19,795 $11,877
14ft.x18ft. $18,795 $11,277 $21,695 $13,017
12ft.x21ft. $18,095 $10,857 $20,895 $12,537
16ft.x16ft. $17,495 $10,497 $20,195 $12,117
13ft.x20ft. $18,195 $10,917 $20,995 $12,597
15ft.x18ft. $19,495 $11,697 $22,495 $13,497
14ft.x20ft. $19,995 $11,997 $22,995 $13,797
20ft.x14ft. $20,195 $12,117 $23,295 $13,977
16ft.x18ft. $20,195 $12,117 $23,295 $13,977
12ft.x24ft. $19,695 $11,817 $22,695 $13,617
12ft.x25ft. $20,195 $12,117 $23,295 $13,977
14ft.x22ft. $21,295 $12,777 $24,495 $14,697
16ft.x20ft. $21,495 $12,897 $24,795 $14,877
18ft.x18ft. $19,995 $11,997 $22,995 $13,797
14ft.x24ft. $22,395 $13,437 $25,795 $15,477
12ft.x28ft. $21,795 $13,077 $25,095 $15,057
16ft.x22ft. $22,795 $13,677 $26,295 $15,777
18ft.x20ft. $22,995 $13,797 $26,495 $15,897
12ft.x30ft. $22,995 $13,797 $26,495 $15,897
16ft.x24ft. $24,095 $14,457 $27,795 $16,677
18ft.x22ft. $24,495 $14,697 $28,195 $16,917
20ft.x20ft. $22,495 $13,497 $25,895 $15,537
18ft.x24ft. $25,895 $15,537 $29,795 $17,877
20ft.x22ft. $25,995 $15,597 $29,895 $17,937
20ft.x24ft. $27,495 $16,497 $31,695 $19,017
15ft.x32ft. $28,395 $17,037 $32,695 $19,617
22ft.x22ft. $25,195 $15,117 $28,995 $17,397
20ft.x25ft. $28,295 $16,977 $32,595 $19,557
14ft.x36ft. $28,295 $16,977 $32,695 $19,617
20ft.x26ft. $28,995 $17,397 $33,395 $20,037
20ft.x27ft. $29,695 $17,817 $34,195 $20,517
18ft.x32ft. $31,495 $18,897 $36,295 $21,777
24ft.x24ft. $31,395 $18,837 $36,095 $21,657
20ft.x30ft. $32,295 $19,377 $37,195 $22,317
20ft.x32ft. $33,495 $20,097 $38,595 $23,157
22ft.x36ft. $38,695 $23,217 $44,595 $26,757
32ft.x32ft. $47,895 $28,737 $55,095 $33,057
24ft.x44ft. $47,195 $28,317 $54,295 $32,577

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