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Our Windsor design buildings are relatively easy to assemble, however, if you feel that you may want some assistance check out our hire a contractor page.
Pool Cabanas
Windsor
Southern charm and lots of elbow room make it a favorite pool cabana.
Windsor style pool cabanas evoke an Old World mystique that enhances any poolside setting. Its classical columns, functional louvered shutters, and double French doors are among the many options available for this beauty. The high, gable-style roof provides space to store pool equipment and an airy feeling inside. Simply put, Windsor pool houses create a relaxing environment you’ll want to spend all your spare time in. Make it your own in the Custom Design Center!
overview
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Our magnificent Windsor style pool cabana and its classical columns enhances any poolside setting. View more on pricing and the Windsor pool cabana in these style tabs.
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Features
- Characterized by a spacious high gable roofline. - The magnificent dormer and steep roof allows for plenty of headroom above. - Perfect for entertaining and parties.
Popular options:
- Double French doors
- Arch windows
- Traditional flower boxes
- Storm shutters
- Asphalt shingles.
- Extra overhang
Floor plans
Below are a few sample Windsor design floorplans to get you started.For more ideas and photos please visit Interiors under inspiration.
Windsor floor plan configurations
Try this Floor PlannerTool to design your own Windsor 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 Windsor pool house design sizes
Windsor have sizes ranging from 96 sq.ft to 468 sq.ft
If you cannot find your size please contact us.
Assembly
Level of Difficulty:
Like all of our buildings, our Windsor pool cabana 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 Windsor buildings being assembled.
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Windsor building foundation
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![Windsor pool cabana Finished Interior]()
Finished Interior of a Windsor
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Completed Windsor pool cabana (click image for more details)
details & specs
Windsor Pool Cabana Dimensions
| A | B | C | D | E | F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUILDING DEPTH | INTERIOR DEPTH | PORCH DEPTH | BUILDING HEIGHT | WALL HEIGHT | ROOF HEIGHT |
| 10' | 6' - 0" | 4' 0" | 12' - 4 5/8" | 8' 1 1/8" | 3' 7 7/8" |
| 12' | 8' - 0" | 4' - 0" | 13' - 0" | 8' - 1 1/8" | 4' - 3 1/4" |
| 14' | 10' - 0" | 4' 0" | 13' - 7 1/2" | 8' - 1 1/8" | 4' 10 3/4" |
| 16' | 12' - 0" | 4' - 0" | 14' - 3 1/4" | 8' - 1 1/8" | 5' - 6 1/2" |
| 18' | 14' - 0" | 4' - 0" | 15' - 0 1/2" | 8' - 1 1/8" | 6' - 2" |
| 20' | 16' - 0" | 4' - 0" | 15' - 7 7/8" | 8' - 1 1/8" | 6' - 9 3/8" |
| 22' | 18' - 0" | 4' 0" | 16' - 3 3/8" | 8' - 1 1/8" | 7' - 4 7/8" |
| 24' | 20' - 0" | 4' 0" | 16' - 10 7/8" | 8' - 1 1/8" | 8' - 0 3/8" |
| 26' | 22' - 0" | 4' 0" | 17' - 6 1/4" | 8' - 1 1/8" | 8' - 7 3/4" |
| 28' | 24' - 0" | 4' - 0" | 18' - 2 1/8" | 8' - 1 1/8" | 9' - 3 5/8" |
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
Wall plan drawing for a Catalina building
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 your Windsor building, please do not hesitate to ask us, we are here to help.
Roof Framing Plan
In strong competition with hip roofing, gable roofing is up there for the most popular roofing style. Common in Windsor pool cabanas are gable roofs, which typically features a continuous ridge, with two sides sloping from the center toward the walls of the structure.
Gable roofs are much easier to frame, sheath, and finish, giving the vertical wall component of a gable roof its style, known as “gable ends”.
Ventilation is easy to install. Due to its geometry and access to gable ends, roof vents can be placed on the gable ends rather than the roof itself. Consult with your contractor or roofing company, for the most effective ventilation system for your roof.
Roof framing drawing for a Windsor 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.
Windsor overhang detail
Foundation
The Windsor style is well suited for a traditional patio stone foundation. A concrete pad is also ideal for poolside applications.
Visit Foundations Page for detail.
Windsor pool house foundation
Materials
Like all summerwood designs, the Windsor pool house is a fantastic display of premium grade materials coming together for any 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.
| item | material | dimension | notes |
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| 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 |
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| floor insulation | expanded polystyrene | 3 1/2" & 5 1/2" | within floor cavities |
| pine flooring | white pine | 1x6 | tongue & groove |
| item | material | dimension | notes |
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| wall plates | spruce | 2x4 - 2x6 | bottom, top, double top |
| wall studs | spruce | 2x4 - 2x6 | 16" on center |
| siding | cedar channel | 1x8 | standard horizontal siding |
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| 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 |
| item | material | dimension | notes |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
| item | material | dimension | notes |
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| 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, 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 Windsor 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 for a Windsor pool cabana
Roof Dormer
Below is a drawing for a dormer trim on a Windsor design. Dormers may vary in sizes and material, but the construction procedure remains the same.
Roof dormer detail & Windsor building with a dormer
Finishing
Once your Windsor 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 design.
Please see Interior Finishing under Advice for more information
Insulation
Enjoy your Summerwood Windsor pool cabana in any season and remain comfortable by implementing insulation in the floor, walls, and/or roof.
Insulation for a Windsor building
Electrical
The inside of our Windsor style is deliberately left exposed to accommodate various electrical applications.
Electrical configuration option
Plumbing
Often the Windsor pool house is required to accommodate change rooms, bathroom or bar sinks.
Plumbing for a Windsor design
pricing
Visit "options and accessories" for detail and pricing of our accessories.
Find below pricing for all of the Windsor 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.
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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