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Charming Looks, Everyday Function
A cottage-style shed with a classic saltbox roof and flower-box-ready windows for beautiful curb appeal. Practical storage with a finished look that adds to your home and landscaping. Turn heads with a shed that looks like it belongs on a postcard.
Base Size
Siding Color Samples
Estimated Total
$3,325.00
Flexible Payments
from $123.15/mo
*Pricing is for the base model and may not include everything showing on the image. All prices subject to change without notice and require Home Office approval.
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The Cottage Shed - Charming Looks, Everyday Function
The Cottage Shed is a fit for homeowners who want their storage building to look intentional, not tacked on. The saltbox roofline and window trim are designed to sit comfortably next to a house, not just a yard.
Every Prairie Built Barns structure can be delivered fully assembled and set on your property or built on site. We use premium materials, which can include LP SmartSide® engineered siding, pressure-treated skids, and quality flooring, to build structures that stand strong with minimal maintenance.
Physical Specifications
- Classic Saltbox Roof
- Diamond-Plated Threshold
- 7' Wood Door(s)
- 10' Long: Single Wood Door and One 2' x 3' Window
- 12' Long: Choice of Single Wood Door and Two 2' x 3' Windows, or Double Wood Door and One 2' x 3' Window
- 14' Long and Longer: Double Wood Doors and Two 3' x 3' Windows
Imagine the Possibilities
Garden & Potting Shed
Keep gardening tools, pots, soil, and seasonal supplies neatly organized in one convenient place. The charming cottage design looks right at home among flower beds and landscaped yards.
Bike & Outdoor Gear Storage
Store bicycles, helmets, camping equipment, fishing gear, and outdoor essentials where they're protected from the weather and ready for your next adventure.
Lawn Equipment
Keep lawn mowers, trimmers, wheelbarrows, hoses, and yard tools organized and protected from the elements all year long.
Family Activity Storage
Keep sports equipment, scooters, yard games, picnic supplies, and family recreation gear organized in one central location.
Backyard Organization Hub
Give all of your outdoor tools, equipment, and supplies a permanent home while maintaining the attractive look of your property.
Patio Furniture Storage
Protect folding tables, extra chairs, cushions, umbrellas, and outdoor accessories from harsh weather when they're not in use.
The Cottage Shed - Available Sizes
The Cottage Shed comes in 11 standard sizes, from compact to roomier configurations with serious capacity. Every size features the same high-quality Prairie Built Barns construction. The listed price includes an extensive warranty, free delivery, and setup within 50 miles of your dealer.
Why Prairie Built Barns
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Also Known As
You may see this style also called a cottage shed, saltbox shed, Quaker shed, Cape Cod shed, eave shed, New England shed, or cottage-style storage shed. Add a little storybook charm to your yard. The Cottage Shed's classic saltbox roof gives it instant curb appeal, proof that a storage building can be as beautiful as it is practical. If charm is what you are after, this is your building.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cottage Sheds
A Cottage Shed uses a classic saltbox roof with 7-foot wood doors, a diamond-plate threshold, and windows built into the standard layout. The standard door and window arrangement varies by building length.
Permit requirements vary by county and municipality. Generally, structures under 200 sq ft do not require a permit in most jurisdictions, but we always recommend checking with your local zoning office. Our team can provide documentation and specs needed for permit applications in most areas we serve.
Our delivery crews work efficiently to get your building placed and set up shortly after arrival and will call ahead to confirm site readiness. Buildings can be placed directly on the ground or on a prepared surface such as gravel or concrete. On-lot inventory sheds are typically delivered within 7-14 business days of purchase confirmation, while custom-ordered buildings generally require 21 business days for construction and delivery after approval. Please keep in mind that weather, demand, and other factors can affect our standard delivery windows.
Absolutely. Our interactive 3D Builder lets you customize everything from siding and trim colors to roofing, doors, windows, shelving, workbenches, insulation, and other attractive, practical features. Build exactly what you want, then use our online background image uploader to see it in your backyard.
Why Choose Prairie Built Barns?
20+
Years in Business
40,000+
Buildings Delivered
50mi
Free Delivery Radius
4.8★
Average Customer Rating
Prairie Built Barns has served homeowners, farmers, and small-business owners across the Midwest for over 20 years. Our commitment to quality materials, honest pricing, and exceptional service has made us one of the region’s most trusted shed builders.
Proudly Delivering Cottage Sheds Throughout Indiana, Illinois, Michigan & Ohio
Prairie Built Barns has proudly delivered cottage sheds to customers throughout Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio, from major cities to small towns, farms, rural properties, and businesses. The communities below are just a sample of the many areas we serve.