Vermonter (living)
This no-frills shed is an economical option for all of your storage needs. The Vermonter can be used as is or personalized with paint, siding or roofing upgrades. Pressure treated flooring is a popular add-on for strength. Most sizes can be assembled over a weekend.
Jamaica Cottage Shop designed this basic building as a budget friendly cabin or tiny house option. The simplicity of this bare bones cabin means you may take free range with window and interior layouts. The small footprint and shorter overall height means this cottage won’t compete with other structures that are already on a property, or it can be tucked away in a wooded area to be used as a little camping cabin or artist’s studio.
Floor, wall and roof insulation, and an insulated door turn this cottage into a four-season shell. Purchase double pane windows separately for additional natural light. Install a woodstove, composting toilet and solar package for off-grid living or install modern electrical, plumbing and heating options. Other possible upgrades include pressure treated flooring, shingle roofing (cedar or asphalt), alternative siding choices, flower boxes and weathervanes.
When dreaming about the small cottage lifestyle, you may imagine tranquil surroundings that bring back memories of a simpler way of life. Cottages are adorable structures that simply emanate warmth and comfort. They make charming guesthouses or backyard retreats. When the primary purpose of your small cottage is a vacation home, the intimate space is ideal for couples looking for peaceful weekend getaways or families seeking quality time and bonding. At Jamaica Cottage Shop, we think that a having a cabin in the backyard can be just as rewarding as having one in the backcountry. Home office or bunk house for guests? Maybe both? Turn your four-seasoned retreat into a combined guest house and workspace for hobbies such as pottery or jewelry making.
Offered as frame only kits, complete pre-cut kits, 3- and 4-Season kits, or step-by-step plans nationwide, our outdoor post and beam cottage and tiny house solutions give you the extra room you need for visiting guests, a corner garden office or a country retreat. If you live within our Northeast delivery area, consider purchasing a fully assembled turn-key design delivered to your prepared site.
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8×8 Living Vermonter
Four-Season Pre-Cut Kit (Pre-Set Options)
Base Area: 64 sq. ft.
Total Interior Area: 64 sq. ft.
Recommended Foundation: 4–6” Crushed Gravel
Overall Dimensions: 8’6” H x 9’ W x 9’ D
Estimated Weight: 3,200 lbs
FLOOR SYSTEM
2 (qty) 4x6x8’ Hemlock Skids
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Joists 24” On Center
¾” CDX Plywood Decking
Floor Vapor Barrier
3½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Under Deck Sheathing: ⅜” Plywood
Floor Weight Rating: 10 lbs/ sq. ft.
WALLS
Exposed 4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing
Wall Height: 66”
Wall Vapor Barrier
Foil Backed Rigid Foam Insulation (R13)
Shiplap Pine Interior Sheathing
Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Batten
1” rough sawn Pine Corner, Door & Fascia Trim
ROOF
Gable Roof Style
Roof Pitch: 6/12
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Rafters Rafters 24” On Center
1”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Exposed Collar Ties
1” rough sawn Solid Barn Board Roof Sheathing
Roof Vapor Barrier
5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Shiplap Pine Interior Ceiling Sheathing
Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen
DOOR
1 (qty) 3-0 nine-lite Insulated Steel Door with Keyless Lever Locking Hardware
Estimated Assembly Time & Logistic Information
Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 34 hrs
Estimated Shipping Cube Sizes
Cube 1: 42”x44”x96”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Available Versions |
3-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications4-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications8×10 Living Vermonter
Four-Season Pre-Cut Kit (Pre-Set Options)
Base Area: 80 sq. ft.
Total Interior Area: 80 sq. ft.
Recommended Foundation: 4–6” Crushed Gravel
Overall Dimensions: 8’6” H x 9’ W x 11’ D
Estimated Weight: 4,000 lbs
FLOOR SYSTEM
2 (qty) 4x6x10’ Hemlock Skids
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Joists 24” On Center
¾” CDX Plywood Decking
Floor Vapor Barrier
3½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Under Deck Sheathing: ⅜” Plywood
Floor Weight Rating: 10 lbs/ sq. ft.
WALLS
Exposed 4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing
Wall Height: 66”
Wall Vapor Barrier
Foil Backed Rigid Foam Insulation (R13)
Shiplap Pine Interior Sheathing
Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Batten
1” rough sawn Pine Corner, Door & Fascia Trim
ROOF
Gable Roof Style
Roof Pitch: 6/12
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Rafters Rafters 24” On Center
1”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Exposed Collar Ties
1” rough sawn Solid Barn Board Roof Sheathing
Roof Vapor Barrier
5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Shiplap Pine Interior Ceiling Sheathing
Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen
DOOR
1 (qty) 3-0 nine-lite Insulated Steel Door with Keyless Lever Locking Hardware
Estimated Assembly Time & Logistic Information
Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 37 hrs
Estimated Shipping Cube Sizes
Cube 1: 42”x44”x120”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Available Versions |
3-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications4-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications8×12 Living Vermonter
Four-Season Pre-Cut Kit (Pre-Set Options)
Base Area: 96 sq. ft.
Total Interior Area: 96 sq. ft.
Recommended Foundation: 6–8” Crushed Gravel
Overall Dimensions: 8’6” H x 9’ W x 13’ D
Estimated Weight: 4,800 lbs
FLOOR SYSTEM
2 (qty) 4x6x12’ Hemlock Skids
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Joists 24” On Center
¾” CDX Plywood Decking
Floor Vapor Barrier
3½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Under Deck Sheathing: ⅜” Plywood
Floor Weight Rating: 10 lbs/ sq. ft.
WALLS
Exposed 4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing
Wall Height: 66”
Wall Vapor Barrier
Foil Backed Rigid Foam Insulation (R13)
Shiplap Pine Interior Sheathing
Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Batten
1” rough sawn Pine Corner, Door & Fascia Trim
ROOF
Gable Roof Style
Roof Pitch: 6/12
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Rafters Rafters 24” On Center
1”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Exposed Collar Ties
1” rough sawn Solid Barn Board Roof Sheathing
Roof Vapor Barrier
5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Shiplap Pine Interior Ceiling Sheathing
Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen
DOOR
1 (qty) 3-0 nine-lite Insulated Steel Door with Keyless Lever Locking Hardware
Estimated Assembly Time & Logistic Information
Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 40 hrs
Estimated Shipping Cube Sizes
Cube 1: 42”x36”x144”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Available Versions |
3-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications4-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications8×14 Living Vermonter
Four-Season Pre-Cut Kit (Pre-Set Options)
Base Area: 112 sq. ft.
Total Interior Area: 112 sq. ft.
Recommended Foundation: 6–8” Crushed Gravel
Overall Dimensions: 8’6” H x 9’ W x 15’ D
Estimated Weight: 5,600 lbs
FLOOR SYSTEM
2 (qty) 4x6x14’ Hemlock Skids
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Joists 24” On Center
¾” CDX Plywood Decking
Floor Vapor Barrier
3½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Under Deck Sheathing: ⅜” Plywood
Floor Weight Rating: 10 lbs/ sq. ft.
WALLS
Exposed 4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing
Wall Height: 66”
Wall Vapor Barrier
Foil Backed Rigid Foam Insulation (R13)
Shiplap Pine Interior Sheathing
Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Batten
1” rough sawn Pine Corner, Door & Fascia Trim
ROOF
Gable Roof Style
Roof Pitch: 6/12
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Rafters Rafters 24” On Center
1”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Exposed Collar Ties
1” rough sawn Solid Barn Board Roof Sheathing
Roof Vapor Barrier
5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Shiplap Pine Interior Ceiling Sheathing
Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen
DOOR
1 (qty) 3-0 nine-lite Insulated Steel Door with Keyless Lever Locking Hardware
Estimated Assembly Time & Logistic Information
Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 43 hrs
Estimated Shipping Cube Sizes
Cube 1: 42”x36”x168”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Available Versions |
3-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications4-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications8×16 Living Vermonter
Four-Season Pre-Cut Kit (Pre-Set Options)
Base Area: 128 sq. ft.
Total Interior Area: 128 sq. ft.
Recommended Foundation: 8–10” Crushed Gravel
Overall Dimensions: 8’6” H x 9’ W x 17’ D
Estimated Weight: 6,400 lbs
FLOOR SYSTEM
2 (qty) 6x6x16’ Hemlock Skids
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Joists 24” On Center
¾” CDX Plywood Decking
Floor Vapor Barrier
3½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Under Deck Sheathing: ⅜” Plywood
Floor Weight Rating: 10 lbs/ sq. ft.
WALLS
Exposed 4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing
Wall Height: 66”
Wall Vapor Barrier
Foil Backed Rigid Foam Insulation (R13)
Shiplap Pine Interior Sheathing
Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Batten
1” rough sawn Pine Corner, Door & Fascia Trim
ROOF
Gable Roof Style
Roof Pitch: 6/12
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Rafters Rafters 24” On Center
1”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Exposed Collar Ties
1” rough sawn Solid Barn Board Roof Sheathing
Roof Vapor Barrier
5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Shiplap Pine Interior Ceiling Sheathing
Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen
DOOR
1 (qty) 3-0 nine-lite Insulated Steel Door with Keyless Lever Locking Hardware
Estimated Assembly Time & Logistic Information
Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 46 hrs
Estimated Shipping Cube Sizes
Cube 1: 42”x36”x192”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Available Versions |
3-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications4-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications10×8 Living Vermonter
Four-Season Pre-Cut Kit (Pre-Set Options)
Base Area: 80 sq. ft.
Total Interior Area: 80 sq. ft.
Recommended Foundation: 4–6” Crushed Gravel
Overall Dimensions: 8’6” H x 11’ W x 9’ D
Estimated Weight: 4,000 lbs
FLOOR SYSTEM
2 (qty) 4x6x10’ Hemlock Skids
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Joists 24” On Center
¾” CDX Plywood Decking
Floor Vapor Barrier
3½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Under Deck Sheathing: ⅜” Plywood
Floor Weight Rating: 10 lbs/ sq. ft.
WALLS
Exposed 4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing
Wall Height: 62”
Wall Vapor Barrier
Foil Backed Rigid Foam Insulation (R13)
Shiplap Pine Interior Sheathing
Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Batten
1” rough sawn Pine Corner, Door & Fascia Trim
ROOF
Gable Roof Style
Roof Pitch: 5/12
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Rafters Rafters 24” On Center
1”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Exposed Collar Ties
1” rough sawn Solid Barn Board Roof Sheathing
Roof Vapor Barrier
5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Shiplap Pine Interior Ceiling Sheathing
Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen
DOOR
1 (qty) 3-0 nine-lite Insulated Steel Door with Keyless Lever Locking Hardware
Estimated Assembly Time & Logistic Information
Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 37 hrs
Estimated Shipping Cube Sizes
Cube 1: 42”x44”x120”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Available Versions |
3-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications4-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications10×10 Living Vermonter
Four-Season Pre-Cut Kit (Pre-Set Options)
Base Area: 100 sq. ft.
Total Interior Area: 100 sq. ft.
Recommended Foundation: 6–8” Crushed Gravel
Overall Dimensions: 8’6” H x 11’ W x 11’ D
Estimated Weight: 4,500 lbs
FLOOR SYSTEM
2 (qty) 4x6x10’ Hemlock Skids
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Joists 24” On Center
¾” CDX Plywood Decking
Floor Vapor Barrier
3½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Under Deck Sheathing: ⅜” Plywood
Floor Weight Rating: 10 lbs/ sq. ft.
WALLS
Exposed 4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing
Wall Height: 62”
Wall Vapor Barrier
Foil Backed Rigid Foam Insulation (R13)
Shiplap Pine Interior Sheathing
Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Batten
1” rough sawn Pine Corner, Door & Fascia Trim
ROOF
Gable Roof Style
Roof Pitch: 5/12
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Rafters Rafters 24” On Center
1”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Exposed Collar Ties
1” rough sawn Solid Barn Board Roof Sheathing
Roof Vapor Barrier
5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Shiplap Pine Interior Ceiling Sheathing
Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen
DOOR
1 (qty) 3-0 nine-lite Insulated Steel Door with Keyless Lever Locking Hardware
Estimated Assembly Time & Logistic Information
Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 40 hrs
Estimated Shipping Cube Sizes
Cube 1: 42”x50”x120”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Available Versions |
3-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications4-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications10×12 Living Vermonter
Four-Season Pre-Cut Kit (Pre-Set Options)
Base Area: 120 sq. ft.
Total Interior Area: 120 sq. ft.
Recommended Foundation: 6–8” Crushed Gravel
Overall Dimensions: 8’6” H x 11’ W x 13’ D
Estimated Weight: 4,800 lbs
FLOOR SYSTEM
2 (qty) 4x6x12’ Hemlock Skids
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Joists 24” On Center
¾” CDX Plywood Decking
Floor Vapor Barrier
3½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Under Deck Sheathing: ⅜” Plywood
Floor Weight Rating: 10 lbs/ sq. ft.
WALLS
Exposed 4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing
Wall Height: 62”
Wall Vapor Barrier
Foil Backed Rigid Foam Insulation (R13)
Shiplap Pine Interior Sheathing
Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Batten
1” rough sawn Pine Corner, Door & Fascia Trim
ROOF
Gable Roof Style
Roof Pitch: 5/12
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Rafters Rafters 24” On Center
1”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Exposed Collar Ties
1” rough sawn Solid Barn Board Roof Sheathing
Roof Vapor Barrier
5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Shiplap Pine Interior Ceiling Sheathing
Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen
DOOR
1 (qty) 3-0 nine-lite Insulated Steel Door with Keyless Lever Locking Hardware
Estimated Assembly Time & Logistic Information
Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 43 hrs
Estimated Shipping Cube Sizes
Cube 1: 42”x40”x144”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Available Versions |
3-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications4-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications10×14 Living Vermonter
Four-Season Pre-Cut Kit (Pre-Set Options)
Base Area: 140 sq. ft.
Total Interior Area: 140 sq. ft.
Recommended Foundation: 6–8” Crushed Gravel
Overall Dimensions: 8’6” H x 11’ W x 15’ D
Estimated Weight: 5,800 lbs
FLOOR SYSTEM
2 (qty) 4x6x14’ Hemlock Skids
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Joists 24” On Center
¾” CDX Plywood Decking
Floor Vapor Barrier
3½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Under Deck Sheathing: ⅜” Plywood
Floor Weight Rating: 10 lbs/ sq. ft.
WALLS
Exposed 4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing
Wall Height: 62”
Wall Vapor Barrier
Foil Backed Rigid Foam Insulation (R13)
Shiplap Pine Interior Sheathing
Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Batten
1” rough sawn Pine Corner, Door & Fascia Trim
ROOF
Gable Roof Style
Roof Pitch: 5/12
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Rafters Rafters 24” On Center
1”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Exposed Collar Ties
1” rough sawn Solid Barn Board Roof Sheathing
Roof Vapor Barrier
5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Shiplap Pine Interior Ceiling Sheathing
Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen
DOOR
1 (qty) 3-0 nine-lite Insulated Steel Door with Keyless Lever Locking Hardware
Estimated Assembly Time & Logistic Information
Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 47 hrs
Estimated Shipping Cube Sizes
Cube 1: 42”x40”x168”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Available Versions |
3-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications4-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications10×16 Living Vermonter
Four-Season Pre-Cut Kit (Pre-Set Options)
Base Area: 160 sq. ft.
Total Interior Area: 160 sq. ft.
Recommended Foundation: 8–10” Crushed Gravel
Overall Dimensions: 8’6” H x 11’ W x 17’ D
Estimated Weight: 6,600 lbs
FLOOR SYSTEM
2 (qty) 6x6x16’ Hemlock Skids
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Joists 24” On Center
¾” CDX Plywood Decking
Floor Vapor Barrier
3½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Under Deck Sheathing: ⅜” Plywood
Floor Weight Rating: 10 lbs/ sq. ft.
WALLS
Exposed 4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing
Wall Height: 62”
Wall Vapor Barrier
Foil Backed Rigid Foam Insulation (R13)
Shiplap Pine Interior Sheathing
Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Batten
1” rough sawn Pine Corner, Door & Fascia Trim
ROOF
Gable Roof Style
Roof Pitch: 5/12
2”x4”Kiln Dried Spruce Rafters Rafters 24” On Center
1”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Exposed Collar Ties
1” rough sawn Solid Barn Board Roof Sheathing
Roof Vapor Barrier
5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Shiplap Pine Interior Ceiling Sheathing
Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen
DOOR
1 (qty) 3-0 nine-lite Insulated Steel Door with Keyless Lever Locking Hardware
Estimated Assembly Time & Logistic Information
Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 50 hrs
Estimated Shipping Cube Sizes
Cube 1: 42”x36”192”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Available Versions |
3-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications4-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications10×20 Living Vermonter
Four-Season Pre-Cut Kit (Pre-Set Options)
Base Area: 200 sq. ft.
Total Interior Area: 200 sq. ft.
Recommended Foundation: 8–10” Crushed Gravel
Overall Dimensions: 8’6” H x 11’ W x 21’ D
Estimated Weight: 8,000 lbs
FLOOR SYSTEM
2 (qty) 6x6x20’ Hemlock Skids
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Joists 24” On Center
¾” CDX Plywood Decking
Floor Vapor Barrier
3½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Under Deck Sheathing: ⅜” Plywood
Floor Weight Rating: 10 lbs/ sq. ft.
WALLS
Exposed 4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing
Wall Height: 62”
Wall Vapor Barrier
Foil Backed Rigid Foam Insulation (R13)
Shiplap Pine Interior Sheathing
Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Batten
1” rough sawn Pine Corner, Door & Fascia Trim
ROOF
Gable Roof Style
Roof Pitch: 5/12
2”x4” Kiln Dried Spruce Rafters Rafters 24” On Center
1”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Exposed Collar Ties
1” rough sawn Solid Barn Board Roof Sheathing
Roof Vapor Barrier
5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Shiplap Pine Interior Ceiling Sheathing
Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen
DOOR
1 (qty) 3-0 nine-lite Insulated Steel Door with Keyless Lever Locking Hardware
Estimated Assembly Time & Logistic Information
Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 58 hrs
Estimated Shipping Cube Sizes
Cube 1: 42”x50”x144”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Available Versions |
3-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See Specifications4-Season Pre-Cut Kit
See SpecificationsPurchase Standard Configuration
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