Featured Build: Garden Shed
Our post and beam Garden Shed is a tidy little build that is ideal for a variety of uses, almost too many to count! First,
Top Tips for Ongoing Roof Maintenance
Like a strong foundation, the roof is an integral to the lifespan of your tiny home. When problems arise your cabin roof can be expensive to repair and replace. Since the roof is such a necessary component in your home’s structure, it’s unsurprising that they are designed to last for many years.
Build of the Month: The Vermont Cabin
Our timber frame cabin kit is probably our most popular housing choice amongst our customers. This small home design comes with a full loft making it spacious enough for a family to have room to stretch and to avoid being on top of each other. The simplicity of the design is attractive with its shiplap pine siding, metal roof and the mortise and tenon framing makes this cabin kit very strong once the construction has been completed.
How to Finance a Tiny Home or Cabin
One of the necessary things you should consider before getting financing for your micro house kit is your budget. Why? Of course, your budget will determine your amenities and location. Knowing at least a ballpark will help you stay within your means or think of creative ways to afford everything you want in your dream home.Â
Featured Interview with Domenic: On Dynamic Entrepreneurship
One of the necessary things you should consider before getting financing for your micro house kit is your budget. Why? Of course, your budget will determine your amenities and location. Knowing at least a ballpark will help you stay within your means or think of creative ways to afford everything you want in your dream home.Â
Planning, Time Frame and Costs: Preparing for a Cabin Build
Here are a few very important points you will want to cover before you begin your post and beam home build.Â
Rustic Charm: 5 Wooden Storage Shed Ideas for a Small Yard
Are you looking for ideas to upgrade your small yard with a rustic flair? Check out 5 ideas with wooden storage sheds to achieve this.
Creative Storage With Wooden Furnishings
The Jamaica Cottage Shop has some native wood products sourced in the USA from Eastern White Pine, spruce, and cedar that can be fun and practical additions to your home. All these products mentioned here are not only great additions to your home but make lovely gifts. The natural, untouched finish can be embellished with a little paint and a bow, or a wood engraving tool to add a picture or a name and give as thoughtful gifts to your friends and family.
How To: Turn a Shed Into a Workshop
With our smart and easy ways to turn your shed into a workshop, you will undoubtedly create a space where you can enjoy yourself even when working. Of course, your workshop should be well-organized and functional.
5 Unusual Roofing Types for Cabins
For some inspiration, here are 5 unusual types of roofing materials that are beneficial to the environment.
How to Maximize Storage Space in Your Shed
A nicely put-together shed, neat and tidy, can make your life and work in the garden a lot more comfortable.
Your Guide to Designing a Perfect She Shed
She sheds provide a secluded backyard sanctuary that can provide private space for reading, office work, arts and crafts creation, or working out.
Space Saving Gym Equipment for Your Cottage
When you want to work out and you have limited space, you need to find out how you can maximize the space you have. For example, there is plenty of space-saving gym equipment for your cottage. Getting information on this equipment can help you set up a gym in your cottage in no time and have room to spare for other activities.
How To Add Extra Living Space to Your Property
Have you been thinking lately that living in a tiny house on wheels would help solve some of your problems? Well, you could be right. With how the world is rapidly changing, being mobile, with only the things you truly need, will provide the clarity and freedom you might have been longing for.
The Time is THOW
Have you been thinking lately that living in a tiny house on wheels would help solve some of your problems? Well, you could be right. With how the world is rapidly changing, being mobile, with only the things you truly need, will provide the clarity and freedom you might have been longing for.
Best Tips for Cabin Building Prep
Best Tips for Cabin Building Prep  Building any type of structure on your property takes time and energy. Every effort is worthwhile when you
10 Must Have Kitchen Appliances for Your Tiny House
If you love a life of comfort, you know having modern kitchen appliances is crucial. These devices change the way we cook and do other chores around the kitchen. Durability, style, and innovativeness play an essential role when choosing appliances.
How To: Convert a Storage Shed into a Guesthouse
However, some measurements are necessary to make one functional and comfortable. If this sounds like you, you can use the following tips to learn how to convert a storage shed into a guesthouse.
Landscaping Ideas to Start This Autumn
With fall quickly approaching, it is time to prepare for the season with these autumn inspired landscaping tips.
Indoor Jungle: A Basic Guide to Indoor Plant Care
If you want to add some old-world beauty and warmth to your home improvement and remodeling projects, these decorative millwork design ideas might help.
How to Design and Build a Pond for Your Garden
If you want to add some old-world beauty and warmth to your home improvement and remodeling projects, these decorative millwork design ideas might help.
6 Steps to Maintain Your Building for a Long Life
This is not something everyone knows, so here are a couple of tips that are going to help you maintain your building and keep it looking good much longer.
DIY Kayak Rack: Homemade Kayak Storage Rack
If you have a small garage the best option is to store your kayak upright, in a vertical position. Learn how to make a simple kayak stand with this tutorial.
Best Places to Add Custom Decorative Millwork
If you want to add some old-world beauty and warmth to your home improvement and remodeling projects, these decorative millwork design ideas might help.
Tips for Adding an Apartment to Your Vermont House
If you are in a position to add an apartment to your house, why not go for it? The benefits are manifold. Some people do it so they can help out an elderly family member who otherwise can no longer live independently.
Enhancing Your Cottage Backyard
We know how special your Jamaica Cottage is; each one is different and speaks to the owner’s tastes and lifestyle. If you are hoping to make the most of the appearance of your backyard and cottage, then you’re in the right place. We have some backyard improvement ideas that will take your outdoor space from bland to brilliant!
All You Need to Know About Granny Pods
Granny Pods are detached accessory buildings that can be used to house your elderly parents, aunts, uncles, or children. They provide all of the necessities of a home with added privacy.
How to Build DIY Outdoor Furniture With a Circular Saw
In this blog post we discuss some how-to's for building simple outdoor furniture with a circular saw.
Why are Accessory Dwelling Units Becoming So Popular?
The most obvious benefit of an ADU is a financial one. A small unit means low costs, including building expenses, taxes, maintenance, and utilities.
Creative Alternative Uses for Your Garage
A garage can be much more than a simple storage area. You can use this separate part of your home in various ways.
5 Simple Steps to Achieving the Ultimate Rustic Living Room Interior
Join us as we offer up all of the interior inspiration you need with 5 simple ways you can turn your living room into your very own rustic retreat.
How Sustainable Are Tiny Houses?
How Sustainable are tiny houses? For plenty of different reasons, more and more people are opting for living in a tiny house these days. Most
How to Properly Store Your Car: 8 Tips for Long-Term Storage
How to Properly Store Your Car: 8 Tips for Long-Term Storage  There are different reasons why each of us would want to prepare a
Best Practices to Organize Your Garage (or Storage Shed)
Best Practices to Organize Your Garage (or Storage Shed) Garages and storage sheds are a common go-to when a homeowner needs to store an
Home Design: A Step-By-Step Guide to Designing Your Dream Home
Home Design: A Step-By-Step Guide to Designing Your Dream Home Description: Home design can be a difficult process on the face of it, but we
5 different types of garage doors, and which one should you choose?
5 different types of garage doors, and which one should you choose? A garage door can make or break the appearance of your house. It
How To Transform Your Garden into Horticultural Heaven
How To Transform Your Garden into Horticultural Heaven Even in winter, heading outside into the garden can be a wonderful way to relax, get some
Tiny house or Shed Foundations
I have been in the building trades for the past 35 years. I recently came across concrete foundation terminology I had never heard of. A
Camping vs. Tiny Living
These days, as more people are seeking to declutter their lives, you hear a lot about "tiny living." What does it mean? Essentially, it's self-explanatory--a
Top 3 Hikes in Southern Vermont
Southern Vermont is home to some awesome scenic hiking trails that are beautiful all year round! Take a look at some of the National Parks
Storage & Gardens
The optimal locations for our sheds when used for storage or garden uses can be extremely varied. Each unique purpose has its own niche set
The Best Backyard Sheds for 2019 Reviews
When it comes to making a large purchase for your homestead there are overwhelming choices across the internet. Choosing a garden shed is further complicated
Design Your Tiny House
Ethan Waltman of Tiny House Lifestyle Podcast and Domenic Mangano, Jamaica Cottage Shop’s owner, senior designer and president, had the opportunity to talk and really root down some of the core things
Choosing the right foundation for your tiny house
Don’t skimp on the foundation when building a tiny home on wheels, is a common theme you hear from builders. It is typical advice when
Where does clean drinking water come from?
March 25, 2019 by, Domenic Mangano  As a builder of tiny house kits for the best two decades, I have developed numerous questions which help me understand
What can you NOT live without? Take the Quiz
TAKE THE QUIZ- WHAT CAN YOU NOT LIVE WITHOUT? Submitted by Domenic Mangano, he is the founder and senior designer of Jamaica Cottage Shop, Inc.
Don’t Settle
 Don’t just settle for a good one. Get yourself something great from Jamaica Cottage Shop and learn about our wood cottage designs and building
Jamaica Cottage Shop on Inc. 5000 List
Jamaica Cottage Shop on Inc. 5000 List SOUTH LONDONDERRY, Vt., Feb. 15, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Jamaica Cottage Shop, Inc. provides business to consumer wood
Design and build your own tiny dream home
What can you NOT live without? Design and build your own tiny dream home WHAT CAN YOU NOT LIVE WITHOUT? DESIGN AND BUILD YOUR OWN
Successful Tent Camping
SUCCESSFUL TENT CAMPING: PICKING THE RIGHT SPOT AND KEEPING UNWELCOME VISITORS AT BAY Tent camping can provide great adventures for families, but there are some
Building a Strong Foundation for a Little House
The typical size of a tiny home is just one hundred and eighty-six square feet, which means that compact homes save their owners energy and money.
Prepare Your Garage for Winter
You might be quite the amateur handyman or perhaps you are a person who likes to keep things neat and organized. Whatever be the case,
Assessing the Quality of Windows in Your Tiny Home
Up to 15% of 18–34 years old say they would live in a tiny house, according to tiny house statistics at Restoring Simple. But why
Preparing Your Lawn Before a Vacation
The days leading up to a vacation can be stressful. Before you head to the airport there’s packing to take care of, mail to hold,
3 Season Building vs 4 Season Building
If you want to make your home more fun to live in now and more valuable later, making some modernizing upgrades is a great place to start.
5 Reasons You Need an Outdoor Storage Shed
In this day and age, our outdoor storage sheds for sale have become a must have staple of every home, just because there are so many great things
Reasons You Need an Outdoor Storage Shed
In this day and age, our outdoor storage sheds for sale have become a must have staple of every home, just because there are so many great things
Tiny Living—Tiny Costs?
Tiny home benefits are pronounced, from having a space perfectly designed for you to reducing your carbon footprint. What many people don’t consider before embarking
Growing a Beautiful Garden for a Small Home
Gardens can be a great environment to spend time in, especially if you are living in a smaller house with not that much room for relaxation. In the spring
Transforming Your Cabin Bathroom Into Something Amazing
Key Power Tips On Transforming Your Cabin Bathroom Into Something Amazing A retreat to nature is sometimes the one thing we need in order to find ourselves,