Weekender Plans

The Weekender from Jamaica Cottage Shop is a utilitarian design that is ready to compliment any property. This two bay shed is optimized with an enclosed storage area to keep your tools and supplies safe, dry and protected from the elements. The other bay remains open and ventilated, creating an ideal space to store firewood keeping it aerated, dry and accessible. Like many of our designs, this utility shed employs the use of time proven timber frame construction techniques that have robust and beautiful results.

Anyone who lays eyes on your Weekender will surely be impressed. Even more so when you tell them how you built it yourself using our color coded and labeled construction plans. The weekender is available in so many sizes that we are sure to have a footprint that suits your needs. Whether you need a small option for tool and wood storage or you are a prepper with a lot of firewood needs, we have a size for you. Starting at the modest size of 4×8 and going up all the way to 12×20- there are a lot of possibilities.

The weekender employs a saltbox roof design which has a distinct aesthetic sure to attract attention. The long sloped rear roof sheds the majority of rain and snow behind the structure. This also allows for taller front walls, doorways and a strong, sturdy roof. The inside is exposed post and beam for a traditional, rustic look and strength you can see. Our plans will lay out everything you need to build your Weekender from the lumber type and quantities to the hardware you will need. We take care of all the planning so you can get started building and enjoy your shed! Our skilled tech support team is also available to help you with any aspect of our plans.

4×8 Weekender

Base Area: 32 sq. ft.

Enclosed Storage Space: 4×4 – 16 sq. ft.

Woodbin: 4×4 – 16 sq. ft.

Recommended Foundation: 6–8” Crushed Gravel

Overall Dimensions: 8’6” H x 9’9” W x 6’5” D

Estimated Weight: 2,000 lbs

FLOOR SYSTEM

2 (qty) 4x6x8’ Hemlock Skids

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Joists 24” On Center

¾” CDX Plywood Enclosed Storage Side Floor Decking

1” rough sawn Hemlock Woodbin Side Floor Decking

Floor Weight Rating: 170 lbs/ sq. ft.

WALLS

4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing

Wall Height: Front: 80” Rear: 50”

4’ Full Partition

Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Battens

1” rough sawn Pine Board On Woodbin Side

1” rough sawn Pine Corner & Door Trim & 1” rough sawn Pine Fascia & Shadow Trim

ROOF

Saltbox Roof Style

Roof Pitch: 8/12

Overhang Pitch: 8/12

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Rafters 24” On Center

1”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Exposed Collar Ties

1”x4” rough sawn Hemlock Strapping 20” On Center

Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen

10” Front Overhang

DOORS & ROUGH OPENING:

1 (qty) 3-0 JCS-built 2” Thick rough sawn Pine Single Door, no ramp

1 (qty) 30″ W x 64″ H Rough Opening

Additional Features

Holds up to .7 Cords

Estimated Assembly Time

Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 12 hrs

4×10 Weekender

Base Area: 40 sq. ft.

Enclosed Storage Space: 4×4 – 16sq. ft.

Woodbin: 4×6 – 24 sq. ft.

Recommended Foundation: 8–10” Crushed Gravel

Overall Dimensions: 8’6” H x 10’9” W x 6’5” D

Estimated Weight: 2,200 lbs

FLOOR SYSTEM

2 (qty) 4x6x10’ Hemlock Skids

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Joists 24” On Center

¾” CDX Plywood Enclosed Storage Side Floor Decking

1” rough sawn Hemlock Woodbin Side Floor Decking

Floor Weight Rating: 170 lbs/ sq. ft.

WALLS

4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing

Wall Height: Front: 80” Rear: 50”

4’ Full Partition

Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Battens

1” rough sawn Pine Board On Woodbin Side

1” rough sawn Pine Corner & Door Trim & 1” rough sawn Pine Fascia & Shadow Trim

ROOF

Saltbox Roof Style

Roof Pitch: 8/12

Overhang Pitch: 8/12

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Rafters 24” On Center

1”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Exposed Collar Ties

1”x4” rough sawn Hemlock Strapping 20” On Center

Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen

10” Front Overhang

DOORS & ROUGH OPENING:

1 (qty) 3-0 JCS-built 2” Thick rough sawn Pine Single Door, no ramp

1 (qty) 56″W x 64″ H Rough Opening

Additional Features

Holds up to 1.1 Cord

Estimated Assembly Time

Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 14 hrs

4×12 Weekender

Base Area: 48 sq. ft.

Enclosed Storage Space: 4×4 – 16 sq. ft.

Woodbin: 4×8 – 32 sq. ft.

Recommended Foundation: 8–10” Crushed Gravel

Overall Dimensions: 8’6” H x 12’9 W x 6’ D

Estimated Weight: 2,400 lbs

FLOOR SYSTEM

2 (qty) 4x6x12’ Hemlock Skids

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Joists 24” On Center

¾” CDX Plywood Enclosed Storage Side Floor Decking

1” rough sawn Hemlock Woodbin Side Floor Decking

Floor Weight Rating: 170 lbs/ sq. ft.

WALLS

4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing

Wall Height: Front: 80” Rear: 50”

4’ Full Partition

Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Battens

1” rough sawn Pine Board On Woodbin Side

1” rough sawn Pine Corner & Door Trim & 1” rough sawn Pine Fascia & Shadow Trim

ROOF

Saltbox Roof Style

Roof Pitch: 8/12

Overhang Pitch: 8/12

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Rafters 24” On Center

1”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Exposed Collar Ties

1”x4” rough sawn Hemlock Strapping 20” On Center

Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen

10” Front Overhang

DOORS & ROUGH OPENING:

1 (qty) 3-0 JCS-built 2” Thick rough sawn Pine Single Door, no ramp

1 (qty) 80″ W x 64″ H Rough Opening

Additional Features

Holds up to 1.4 Cords

Estimated Assembly Time

Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 16 hrs

6×12 Weekender

Base Area: 72 sq. ft.

Enclosed Storage Space: 6×6 – 36 sq. ft.

Woodbin: 6×6 – 36 sq. ft.

Recommended Foundation: 10–12” Crushed Gravel

Overall Dimensions: 10’6” H x 13’2” W x 7’6” D

Estimated Weight: 3,400 lbs

FLOOR SYSTEM

2 (qty) 4x6x12’ Hemlock Skids

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Joists 24” On Center

¾” CDX Plywood Enclosed Storage Side Floor Decking

1” rough sawn Hemlock Woodbin Side Floor Decking

Floor Weight Rating: 190 lbs/ sq. ft.

WALLS

4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing

Wall Height: Front: 82” Rear: 58”

6’ Full Partition

Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Battens

1” rough sawn Pine Board On Woodbin Side

1” rough sawn Pine Corner & Door Trim & 2” rough sawn Pine Fascia & Shadow Trim

ROOF

Saltbox Roof Style

Roof Pitch:

Front: 12/12;  Rear: 6/12

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Rafters 24” On Center

1”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Exposed Collar Ties

1”x4” rough sawn Hemlock Strapping 20” On Center

Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen

DOORS & ROUGH OPENING:

1 (qty) 5-0 JCS-built 2” Thick rough sawn Pine Double Doors w/ 3×5 Pressure Treated Ramp

1 (qty) 57″ W x 73″ H Rough Opening

Additional Features

Holds 1.7 Cords

Estimated Assembly Time

Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 18 hrs

6×14 Weekender

Base Area: 84 sq. ft.

Enclosed Storage Space: 6×7 – 42 sq. ft.

Woodbin: 6×7 – 72 sq. ft.

Recommended Foundation: Compacted 12″ Crushed Gravel

Overall Dimensions: 10’6” H x 15’2” W x 7’6” D

Estimated Weight: 3,800 lbs

FLOOR SYSTEM

2 (qty) 4x6x14’ Hemlock Skids

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Joists 24” On Center

¾” CDX Plywood Enclosed Storage Side Floor Decking

1” rough sawn Hemlock Woodbin Side Floor Decking

Floor Weight Rating: 190 lbs/ sq. ft.

WALLS

4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing

Wall Height: Front: 82” Rear: 58”

6’ Full Partition

Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Battens

1” rough sawn Pine Board On Woodbin Side

1” rough sawn Pine Corner & Door Trim & 2” rough sawn Pine Fascia & Shadow Trim

ROOF

Saltbox Roof Style

Roof Pitch:

Front: 12/12;  Rear: 6/12

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Rafters 24” On Center

1”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Exposed Collar Ties

1”x4” rough sawn Hemlock Strapping 20” On Center

Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen

DOORS & ROUGH OPENING:

1 (qty) 5-0 JCS-built 2” Thick rough sawn Pine Double Doors w/ 3×5 Pressure Treated Ramp

1 (qty) 61″ W x 72″ H Rough Opening

Additional Features

Holds up to 3.3 Cords

Estimated Assembly Time

Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 20 hrs

6×16 Weekender

Base Area: 96 sq. ft.

Enclosed Storage Space: 6×8 – 48 sq. ft.

Woodbin: 6×8 – 48 sq. ft.

Recommended Foundation: Compacted 12” Crushed Gravel

Overall Dimensions: 10’6” H x 17’2” W x 7’6” D

Estimated Weight: 4,200 lbs

FLOOR SYSTEM

2 (qty) 6x6x16’ Hemlock Skids

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Joists 24” On Center

¾” CDX Plywood Enclosed Storage Side Floor Decking

1” rough sawn Hemlock Woodbin Side Floor Decking

Floor Weight Rating: 190 lbs/ sq. ft.

WALLS

4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing

Wall Height: Front: 82” Rear: 58”

6’ Full Partition

Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Battens

1” rough sawn Pine Board On Woodbin Side

1” rough sawn Pine Corner & Door Trim & 2” rough sawn Pine Fascia & Shadow Trim

ROOF

Saltbox Roof Style

Roof Pitch:

Front: 12/12;  Rear: 6/12

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Rafters 24” On Center

1”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Exposed Collar Ties

1”x4” rough sawn Hemlock Strapping 20” On Center

Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen

DOORS & ROUGH OPENING:

1 (qty) 5-0 JCS-built 2” Thick rough sawn Pine Double Doors w/ 3×5 Pressure Treated Ramp

1 (qty) 61″ W x 72″ H Rough Opening

Additional Features

Holds up to 2.2 Cords

Estimated Assembly Time

Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 22 hrs

8×14 Weekender

Base Area: 112 sq. ft.

Enclosed Storage Space: 8×7 – 56 sq. ft.

Woodbin: 8×7 – 56 sq. ft.

Recommended Foundation: Compacted 12” Crushed Gravel

Overall Dimensions: 10’6” H x 15’2” W x 9’6” D

Estimated Weight: 3,900 lbs

FLOOR SYSTEM

2 (qty) 4x6x14’ Hemlock Skids

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Joists 24” On Center

¾” CDX Plywood Enclosed Storage Side Floor Decking

1” rough sawn Hemlock Woodbin Side Floor Decking

Floor Weight Rating: 210 lbs/ sq. ft.

WALLS

4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing

Wall Height: Front: 83” Rear: 71”

8’ Full Partition

Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Battens

1” rough sawn Pine Board On Woodbin Side

1” rough sawn Pine Corner & Door Trim & 2” rough sawn Pine Fascia & Shadow Trim

ROOF

Saltbox Roof Style

Roof Pitch:

Front: 12/12;  Rear: 6/12

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Rafters 24” On Center

1”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Exposed Collar Ties

1”x4” rough sawn Hemlock Strapping 20” On Center

Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen

DOORS & ROUGH OPENING:

1 (qty) 5-0 JCS-built 2” Thick rough sawn Pine Double Doors w/ 3×5 Pressure Treated Ramp

1 (qty) 61″ W x 72″ H Rough Opening

Additional Features

Holds up to 2.9 Cords

Estimated Assembly Time

Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 20 hrs

8×16 Weekender

Base Area: 128 sq. ft.

Enclosed Storage Space: 8×6 – 48 sq. ft.

Woodbin: 8×10 – 80 sq. ft.

Recommended Foundation: Compacted 12” Crushed Gravel

Overall Dimensions: 10’6” H x 17’2” W x 9’6” D

Estimated Weight: 4,300 lbs

FLOOR SYSTEM

2 (qty) 6x6x16’ Hemlock Skids

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Joists 16” On Center

¾” CDX Plywood Enclosed Storage Side Floor Decking

1” rough sawn Hemlock Woodbin Side Floor Decking

Floor Weight Rating: 210 lbs/ sq. ft.

WALLS

4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing

Wall Height: Front: 83” Rear: 71”

8’ Full Partition

Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Battens

1” rough sawn Pine Board On Woodbin Side

1” rough sawn Pine Corner & Door Trim & 2” rough sawn Pine Fascia & Shadow Trim

ROOF

Saltbox Roof Style

Roof Pitch:

Front: 12/12; Rear: 6/12

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Rafters 24” On Center

1”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Exposed Collar Ties

1”x4” rough sawn Hemlock Strapping 20” On Center

Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen

DOORS & ROUGH OPENING:

1 (qty) 5-0 JCS-built 2” Thick rough sawn Pine Double Doors w/ 3×5 Pressure Treated Ramp

1 (qty) 98″ W x 73″ H Rough Opening

Additional Features

Holds up to 4.1 Cords

Estimated Assembly Time

Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 22 hrs

8×20 Weekender

Base Area: 160 sq. ft.

Enclosed Storage Space: 8×10 – 80 sq. ft.

Woodbin: 8×10 – 80 sq. ft.

Recommended Foundation: Compacted 12” Crushed Gravel

Overall Dimensions: 10’6” H x 21’2” W x 9’6” D

Estimated Weight: 5,900 lbs

FLOOR SYSTEM

2 (qty) 6x6x20’ Hemlock Skids

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Joists 16” On Center

¾” CDX Plywood Enclosed Storage Side Floor Decking

1” rough sawn Hemlock Woodbin Side Floor Decking

Floor Weight Rating: 210 lbs/ sq. ft.

WALLS

4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing

Wall Height: Front: 83” Rear: 71”

8’ Full Partition

Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Battens

1” rough sawn Pine Board On Woodbin Side

1” rough sawn Pine Corner & Door Trim & 2” rough sawn Pine Fascia & Shadow Trim

ROOF

Saltbox Roof Style

Roof Pitch:

Front: 12/12; Rear: 6/12

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Rafters 24” On Center

1”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Exposed Collar Ties

1”x4” rough sawn Hemlock Strapping 20” On Center

Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen

DOORS & ROUGH OPENING:

1 (qty) 5-0 JCS-built 2” Thick rough sawn Pine Double Doors w/ 3×5 Pressure Treated Ramp

1 (qty) 96″ W x 73″ H Rough Opening

Additional Features

Holds up to 4.1 Cords

Estimated Assembly Time

Estimate Assembly Time: Two People: 26 hrs

10×16 Weekender

Base Area: 160 sq. ft.

Enclosed Storage Space: 10×8 – 80sq. ft.

Woodbin 10×8: 80 sq. ft.

Recommended Foundation: Compacted 12” Crushed Gravel

Overall Dimensions: 10’6” H x 17’2” W x 11’6” D

Estimated Weight: 5,100 lbs

FLOOR SYSTEM

2 (qty) 6x6x16’ Hemlock Skids

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Joists 24” On Center

¾” CDX Plywood Enclosed Storage Side Floor Decking

1” rough sawn Hemlock Woodbin Side Floor Decking

Floor Weight Rating: 200 lbs/ sq. ft.

WALLS

4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing

Wall Height: Front: 83” Rear: 63”

10’ Full Partition

Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Battens

1” rough sawn Pine Board On Woodbin Side

1” rough sawn Pine Corner & Door Trim & 2” rough sawn Pine Fascia & Shadow Trim

ROOF

Saltbox Roof Style

Roof Pitch: Front: 10/12 Rear: 6/12

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Rafters 24” On Center

1”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Exposed Collar Ties

1”x4” rough sawn Hemlock Strapping 20” On Center

Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen

DOORS & ROUGH OPENING:

1 (qty) 5-0 JCS-built 2” Thick rough sawn Pine Double Doors w/ 3×5 Pressure Treated Ramp

1 (qty) 76″ W x 73″ H Rough Opening

Additional Features

Holds up to 3.9 Cords

Estimated Assembly Time

Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 24 hrs

10×20 Weekender

Base Area: 200 sq. ft.

Enclosed Storage Space: 10×8 – 80 sq. ft.

Woodbin: 10×12 – 96 sq. ft.

Recommended Foundation: Compacted 12” Crushed Gravel

Overall Dimensions: 10’6” H x 21’2” W x 11’6” D

Estimated Weight: 6,400 lbs

FLOOR SYSTEM

2 (qty) 6x6x20’ Hemlock Skids

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Joists 16” On Center

¾” CDX Plywood Enclosed Storage Side Floor Decking

1” rough sawn Hemlock Woodbin Side Floor Decking

Floor Weight Rating: 200 lbs/ sq. ft.

WALLS

4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing

Wall Height: Front: 83” Rear: 63”

10’ Full Partition

Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Battens

1” rough sawn Pine Board On Woodbin Side

1” rough sawn Pine Corner & Door Trim & 2” rough sawn Pine Fascia & Shadow Trim

ROOF

Saltbox Roof Style

Roof Pitch: Front: 12/12 Rear: 6/12

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Rafters 24” On Center

1”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Exposed Collar Ties

1”x4” rough sawn Hemlock Strapping 20” On Center

Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen

DOORS & ROUGH OPENING:

1 (qty) 5-0 JCS-built 2” Thick rough sawn Pine Double Doors w/ 3×5 Pressure Treated Ramp

1 (qty) 120″ W x 73″ H Rough Opening

Additional Features

Holds up to 4.6 Cords

Estimated Assembly Time

Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 26 hrs

12×20 Weekender

Base Area: 240 sq. ft.

Enclosed Storage Space: 12×8 – 96 sq. ft.

Woodbin: 12×12 – 96 sq. ft.

Recommended Foundation: Compacted 12” Crushed Gravel

Overall Dimensions: 10’6” H x 21’2” W x 13’6” D

Estimated Weight: 7,100 lbs

FLOOR SYSTEM

2 (qty) 6x6x20’ Hemlock Skids

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Joists 16” On Center

¾” CDX Plywood Enclosed Storage Side Floor Decking

1” rough sawn Hemlock Woodbin Side Floor Decking

Floor Weight Rating: 200 lbs/ sq. ft.

WALLS

4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing

Wall Height: Front: 83” Rear: 67”

12’ Full Partition

Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Battens

1” rough sawn Pine Board On Woodbin Side

1” rough sawn Pine Corner & Door Trim & 2” rough sawn Pine Fascia & Shadow Trim

ROOF

Saltbox Roof Style

Roof Pitch: Front: 12/12 Rear: 4/12

2”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Rafters 24” On Center

1”x6” rough sawn Hemlock Exposed Collar Ties

1”x4” rough sawn Hemlock Strapping 20” On Center

Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen

DOORS & ROUGH OPENING:

1 (qty) 5-0 JCS-built 2” Thick rough sawn Pine Double Doors w/ 3×5 Pressure Treated Ramp

1 (qty) 120″ W x 73″ H Rough Opening

Additional Features

Holds up to 4.7 Cords

Estimated Assembly Time

Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 30 hrs