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Pool Cabanas

Santa Cruz

The laid back feeling of California in a bright, airy pool house.

As a California dreamer, the Santa Cruz pool cabana presents a laid back balance of practical and pretty. The Santa Cruz’s wall of glass brings you closer to nature, so you can entertain al fresco whatever the weather. There’s also plenty of room to change, house the pool pump and store those many poolside necessities. Finally, its Dutch hip roof stylishly caps it all off with a soaring ceiling. See more of our Santa Cruz favourites before you make it your own in our Custom Design Center!

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overview

  • Our Santa Cruz pool cabana presents a laid back balance of practical and pretty in any outdoor locale. Learn everything you need to know about the Santa Cruz pool cabana in these style tabs.

  • Santa Cruz pool cabana

Features

- Characterized by a Dutch hip roof design.
- Plenty of headroom.
- Perfect for entertaining your guests.

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 Santa Cruz cabanas.
For more ideas and photos please visit Interiors under inspiration.

  • Santa Cruz pool cabana Floor Plan 1
  • Santa Cruz pool cabana Floor Plan 2
  • Santa Cruz pool cabana Floor Plan 3
Popular Sonoma Cruz 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!

Available Santa Cruz pool cabana sizes

Santa Cruz have sizes ranging between 80 sq.ft to 396 sq.ft.

If you cannot find your size please contact us.

Assembly

Level of Difficulty:

Like all of our buildings, our Santa Cruz pool cabana building 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 Santa Cruz building being assembled.

  • Santa Cruz pool cabana Foundation

    Foundation for a Santa Cruz building

  • Santa Cruz pool cabana Wall framing

    Wall framing install

  • Completed Santa Cruz pool cabana

    Completed Santa Cruz pool cabana (click image for more details)

Hiring a contractor

Our Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz pool cabana
Contractor working on a roof
  • 3D Video Tour of a Santa Cruz building

    The products featured is an 8 x 10 ft. Santa Cruz in a poolside setting.

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

  • Video tour for a Santa Cruz

details & specs

Santa Cruz Pool Cabana Dimensions

SANTA CRUZ DIMENSIONS CHART
A B C D E
BUILDING DEPTH BUILDING HEIGHT FLOOR HEIGHT WALL HEIGHT ROOF HEIGHT
4' 8' - 4 1/8" 5 5/8" 6' - 4 1/2" 6' - 4 1/2"
6' 8' - 11 1/2" 5 5/8" 6' - 4 1/2" 2' - 1 3/8"
4' 8' - 4 1/8" 5 5/8" 6' - 4 1/2" 1' 6"
6' 8' - 11 1/2" 5 5/8" 6' - 4 1/2" 2' - 1 3/8"
8' 10' - 2 3/8" 7 5/8" 6' - 10 1/2" 2' - 8 1/4"
10' 10' - 9 3/8" 7 5/8" 6' - 10 1/2" 3' - 3 1/4"
12' 11' - 4 1/4" 7 5/8" 6' - 10 1/2" 3' - 10 1/8"
14' 11' - 11 1/4" 7 5/8" 6' - 10 1/2" 4' - 5 1/8"
16' 12' - 8 1/4" 8 3/8" 6' - 10 1/2" 5' - 1/8"
18' 13' - 3 1/2" 8 3/8" 6' - 10 1/2" 5' - 7 3/8"
20' 13' - 10 3/8" 8 3/8" 6' - 10 1/2" 6' - 2 1/4"
22' 14' - 5 3/8" 8 3/8" 6' - 10 1/2" 6' - 9 1/4"
24' 15' - 3/8" 8 3/8" 6' - 10 1/2" 7' - 4 1/4"
26' 15' - 7 1/4" 8 3/8" 6' - 10 1/2" 7' - 11 1/4"
28' 16' - 2 1/4" 8 3/8" 6' - 10 1/2" 8' - 6 1/8"

Our measurements (i.e. 8ft. x 12ft.) are taken from the outside of the floor & wall framing, therefore, they don't include the siding, and/or sheathing.

For true interior measurements, subtract the thickness of the wall framing; 3 ½” for 2x4 walls, and 5 ½” for 2x6 walls. Note: 2 x 4 is actually 1 ½” x 3 ½” and 2 x 6 is actually 1 ½” x 5 ½” due to the properties of "finished” lumber.

Wall Plan

Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz 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.

Santa Cruz roof overhang detail

Foundation

The Santa Cruz style is well suited to a traditional patio stone foundation. A concrete pad is also ideal for poolside applications.

Visit Foundations Page for detail.

Santa Cruz foundation

Materials

Like all summerwood designs, the Santa Cruz pool cabana 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 building, 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 Santa Cruz 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.

Interior cedar siding choices

Extra Overhang

The Santa Cruz 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”)).!

Extra overhang drawing & a Santa Cruz with extra overhang

Finishing

Once your Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz design.

Please see Interior Finishing under Advice for more information

Insulation

Enjoy your Summerwood Santa Cruz pool house in any season and remain comfortable by implementing insulation in the floor, walls, and/or roof.

Insulation for a Santa Cruz building

Electrical

The inside of our Santa Cruz is deliberately left exposed to accommodate various electrical applications.

Pool cabana electrical configuration

Plumbing

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

Santa Cruz bathroom configuration

pricing

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

Find below pricing for all of the Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz
Pool Cabanas (<70 sq.ft.)

All prices in $USD
Small Santa Cruz
Pool Cabanas, price list
kit size pre-cut pre-assembled
6ft.x8ft. $6,295 $4,406 $7,495 $5,246
6ft.x10ft. $7,095 $4,966 $8,295 $5,806

MD Santa Cruz
Pool Cabanas ( 70 - 100 sq.ft.)

All prices in $USD
Medium Santa Cruz
Pool Cabanas, price list
kit size pre-cut pre-assembled
6ft.x12ft. $7,495 $5,246 $8,695 $6,086
8ft.x10ft. $8,495 $5,946 $9,395 $6,576
7ft.x12ft. $8,795 $6,156 $9,895 $6,926
6ft.x14ft. $8,495 $5,946 $9,495 $6,646
8ft.x12ft. $9,195 $6,436 $10,395 $7,276
6ft.x16ft. $9,695 $6,786 $11,095 $7,766
7ft.x14ft. $9,795 $6,856 $11,495 $8,046
10ft.x10ft. $9,795 $6,856 $11,495 $8,046

LG Santa Cruz
Pool Cabanas (100 - 130 sq.ft)

All prices in $USD
Large Santa Cruz
Pool Cabanas, price list
kit size pre-cut pre-assembled
8ft.x13ft. $10,195 $7,136 $11,695 $8,186
9ft.x12ft. $10,495 $7,346 $12,295 $8,606
8ft.x14ft. $10,195 $7,136 $11,695 $8,186
10ft.x12ft. $11,795 $8,256 $13,695 $9,586
8ft.x16ft. $11,895 $8,326 $13,795 $9,656

XLG Santa Cruz
Pool Cabanas ( >130 sq.ft.)

All prices in $USD
Medium Santa Cruz
Pool Cabanas, price list
kit size pre-cut pre-assembled
10ft.x14ft. $13,595 $9,516 $15,895 $11,126
9ft.x16ft. $13,895 $9,726 $15,595 $10,916
10ft.x16ft. $14,995 $10,496 $17,295 $12,106
8ft.x20ft. $14,795 $10,356 $16,995 $11,896
12ft.x14ft. $15,795 $11,056 $17,995 $12,596
10ft.x18ft. $16,395 $11,476 $19,095 $13,366
12ft.x16ft. $16,895 $11,826 $20,195 $14,136
10ft.x20ft. $18,295 $12,806 $21,095 $14,766
13ft.x16ft. $18,595 $13,016 $21,195 $14,836
12ft.x18ft. $19,195 $13,436 $21,795 $15,256
14ft.x16ft. $20,095 $14,066 $23,095 $16,166
12ft.x20ft. $21,095 $14,766 $24,395 $17,076
14ft.x18ft. $22,495 $15,746 $26,095 $18,266
12ft.x22ft. $23,395 $16,376 $26,995 $18,896
14ft.x20ft. $24,695 $17,286 $28,395 $19,876
10ft.x28ft. $24,695 $17,286 $28,395 $19,876
12ft.x24ft. $25,395 $17,776 $29,095 $20,366
12ft.x25ft. $26,395 $18,476 $30,295 $21,206
14ft.x22ft. $27,195 $19,036 $31,295 $21,906
16ft.x20ft. $28,295 $19,806 $32,495 $22,746
16ft.x22ft. $31,095 $21,766 $35,595 $24,916
18ft.x20ft. $31,195 $21,836 $35,795 $25,056
12ft.x30ft. $31,395 $21,976 $37,495 $26,246
16ft.x24ft. $33,095 $23,166 $41,195 $28,836
18ft.x22ft. $33,695 $23,586 $38,895 $27,226
20ft.x20ft. $33,995 $23,796 $39,195 $27,436
18ft.x24ft. $36,395 $25,476 $42,395 $29,676
16ft.x30ft. $40,295 $28,206 $46,895 $32,826
16ft.x32ft. $43,095 $30,166 $49,895 $34,926
26ft.x20ft. $43,895 $30,726 $50,495 $35,346
20ft.x26ft. $43,895 $30,726 $50,495 $35,346
16ft.x36ft. $48,495 $33,946 $55,995 $39,196
16ft.x40ft. $53,695 $37,586 $62,395 $43,676
26ft.x26ft. $57,095 $39,966 $65,295 $45,706
24ft.x32ft. $64,995 $45,496 $74,195 $51,936
26ft.x38ft. $83,495 $58,446 $95,295 $66,706

Custom Designs

Summerwood will take your custom design and make it your own. If you have something different in mind, talk to one of our designers about bringing it to life.

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