What makes the Country Cabin so practical is its thoughtful design that maximizes usable space without complexity. Covered porch is there in each and every model to be used as open-air extension of the living area which is a great idea no matter what the weather is like. Thus, it is equally suitable for having morning coffee in the rain or for holding BBQ parties by the stars. There are only 12 square meters of the smallest unit hence giving nowadays an average of around 6 sqm per person, 4 sqm of which being for a room and the other 2 for a porch. So it is quite a compact footprint that manages to a great extent to fit tight lots and still can give one an open and inviting atmosphere.
We are talking about 12×32 when having 4-room apartments mentioned with each room 8 m² the rest being used for kitchen, bathroom and hall. The homes additionally come standard with metal roofing, good quality siding, insulated flooring, windows, and doors which is understandable as to how well these four-season structures can provide comfort all year round under the blazing sun of Texas and the frosty cold of Montana.
Electrical packages can be acquired to make the place easily equipped with bedside lamps, wall sockets and climate control system for true off-grid or on-grid flexibility.
One of the most striking features of the Country Cabin line is its exceptional flexibility. A 10×16 unit urban environment can be converted into a quiet office at home or a studio for arts; it can be a backyard already where the establishment becomes a porch client entrance. Thus, the 12×24 on a farmstead site can be used both as a farmhouse office and a hunting lodge with preparation for the porch as a space to put away the gear or remove the boots. In the vacation places, a 16×24 model may be an ideal accommodation for the guests with a small kitchen and bathroom given room, large porch becoming an outdoor living room being the side of lakes or mountains. And hence, the cabins are leading the way to be the most preferred low-cost housing solution of the future in the form of Airbnb rentals, tiny homes, or mother-in-law suites being their traditional country style the main attraction for the guests, while the range of sizes easily accommodates solo travelers to small families.
Another handy feature is portability. They can be moved to new locations if the need arises. They are completely assembled at the time of delivery and they can be transferred, unlike regular standard built ones, without a hassle. So, they are just ideal for short-term work schemes, seasonal living, or changes of land layouts. Time and money could be saved in the process of building as the integration of the porch gets rid of the necessity of the separate deck constructing.
The most part of these structures are at a low cost in terms of preparation for the ground such as gravel pads, concrete blocks, or simple piers that can be used for most models, hence doing away with site prep expenses. Metro Portable Buildings is building each single home with premium parts that are long-lasting such as floors that are treated to be waterproof and pest-resistant and therefore, they can be used in the seashore, woods, or high plains.
The Country Cabin’s practicality would be even furthered if one considered the different options that give the Cabin the fact that it is not a complex one. You may pick a variety of colors for the siding, positioning of the windows, the angle of the roof, and the style of the door so that it conforms to the already existing architecture or your personal taste. Installation of insulation for year-round usage, putting up lofts for either storage or sleeping, and putting up partition walls to separate rooms are also options. The biggest 16×32 could have a full plumbing system to provide for both bathroom and kitchen, thus turning it into a real mini-home.
Among other things, initial prices cover the delivery that is within a reasonable distance, and hence, financing is available so that the costs may be spread over a period of time.
| Size | Starting Price |
|---|---|
| 8×12 with 4×12 porch | $11,592 |
| 8×20 with 4×20 porch | $15,472 |
| 10×16 with 6×16 porch | $16,283 |
| 10×20 with 6×20 porch | $18,470 |
| 12×24 with 6×24 porch | $24,193 |
| 12×32 with 6×32 porch | $29,896 |
| 16×24 with 8×24 porch | $29,454 |
| 16×32 with 8×32 porch | $37,734 |
The Country Cabin represents smart, practical building at its best—affordable, adaptable, and built to last in any setting life takes you.
Source: Metro Portable Buildings – Country Cabin Models