The Cottage
The Cottage Shed
Your special place, your home
The Cottage is a versatile storage building with extra wall height, a classic roofline, and a 3’ roof overhang. It works well for garden tools, lawn equipment, organized shelving, and outdoor supplies. With the right options, it can also be customized into a simple cabin space for family, friends, or time away.
Cottage Sheds For Sale in Ohio
What Sets Our Signature Series Apart
- Upgraded floor system with 2”x6” treated tongue and groove flooring backed by a 40-year warranty
- Exclusive heavy-duty hinge system designed for long-term durability
- Backed by over 40 years of building experience and a 7-year workmanship warranty
Standard Features
- 7-year warranty, backed by over 40 years of building experience
- 40-year guarantee on 2”x6” pressure-treated tongue and groove flooring
- 6’ standard wall height, with custom wall heights available
- 2”x4” wall studs placed 16” on center
- Caulk bead around wall base to help seal out insects and vermin
- Cedar trim and fascia boards
- Choose from four siding styles
- Prebuilt is standard for Cottage-style buildings 8’ and 10’ wide
- Built on site is standard for Cottage-style buildings 12’ and wider
- Galvanized ring shank nails used to fasten exterior siding
- *Paint is not included
- Roof trusses placed 16” on center
- 5/12 pitch trusses built with steel truss plates
- 30-year warranty dimensional shingle roofing
- 40-year warranty 29-gauge steel roofing upgrade available
- 1/2” 4-ply plywood roof sheeting when 30-year shingle roofing is installed
- 7/16” OSB roof sheathing when 40-year steel roofing is installed
- Aluminum drip edge on all roof edges
- Aluminum vents installed in each gable, available in brown or white
- Extra-wide overhangs to help protect walls from moisture damage
- 3’ wide roof overhang
- Floor is sold as an option
- One set of double wood doors, which can be placed on any wall
- Various door styles available
- Door width: 8’ wide buildings include a 5’ wide opening
- Door width: 10’ to 16’ wide buildings include a 6’ wide opening
- Door width and height can be customized to fit your needs
- Exclusive heavy-duty hinge system from Dutch Barn Builders
- Extreme-duty door hinges fastened with 5/16” lag bolts
- Door handle with lock and key
- Spring latch to secure the secondary door
Siding Options
LP Smartside
- Standard Option
- OSB-based 7/16″ Siding
- Engineered Against Fungal Decay & Termites
- 50-year Warranty
Pine Barn Siding
- 1×8″ Tongue & Groove
- Horizontal or Vertical
- Narrow Side Out or Wide Side Out
- Premium Pine Siding
Vinyl Siding
- Provia Hearttech Lifestyle
- Signature Double 4 Dutch Lap
- Multiple Colors
- Lifetime Limited Warranty
Custom Options & Upgrades for The Cottage Shed
Our 3D builder allows you to customize your Cottage Shed with options that fit your property, storage needs, and intended use. Select your size, colors, doors, windows, siding, roofing, and other upgrades, then view your design in real time.
Paint & Stain Colors
Interior Options
Electrical Options
Roof Options
Exterior Options
Foundation Options
Free Cottage Shed Delivery in Ohio
We proudly serve customers across Ohio and the Mid-Ohio Valley, including Southeastern Ohio and the river towns along the Ohio River on the West Virginia side, as well as nearby areas in Western Pennsylvania.
Delivery and installation depend on the size of your building and your location:
- Prebuilt is standard for Cottage-style buildings that are 8’ and 10’ wide, while Cottage Sheds 12’ wide or larger are typically built on site.
- For new custom builds or on-site construction, you receive up to 50 miles of free delivery from our corporate location.
- For sheds purchased from a satellite location, including Point Pleasant, WV, and Canonsburg, PA, free delivery is available within a 30-mile radius of that location.
FAQs About The Cottage Shed for Sale in Ohio
Do I Need a Permit for a Cottage Shed in Ohio?
Yes, in many cases, a Cottage Shed may require a building permit, zoning approval, or both. Some areas may have different rules for smaller sheds, but local requirements vary. Check with your local zoning and building officials before ordering.
What Makes The Cottage Different From The Dutch Shed?
The Cottage has a different roof style, a 6’ standard wall height, and a 3’ roof overhang. The Dutch uses a gambrel roof for added overhead storage, while The Cottage offers a more classic building profile with taller walls for shelving and organization.
Is The Cottage Good for Garden Storage?
Yes. The Cottage is a practical choice for garden tools, lawn equipment, outdoor supplies, and seasonal storage. The taller walls provide helpful space for shelving so smaller items are easier to organize and reach.
Can The Cottage Be Used as a Cabin?
The Cottage can be customized as a simple cabin-style building for recreational or occasional use. Before planning this type of setup, check your local zoning, building, and occupancy rules to confirm what is allowed in your area. Available options can help shape the building around your intended use.
The Cottage can be customized as a simple cabin-style building. The original model description notes that it can make a great cabin space for creating memories with family and friends. Available options can help shape the building around that use.
Does The Cottage Shed Need a Foundation?
Yes. A proper foundation helps support the building and protect its long-term performance. Block leveling is commonly used, and additional foundation options may be available based on the size of the shed, site conditions, and intended use.
Is Block Leveling Included in My Delivery?
No. Block leveling is not a standard in delivery unless leveling was purchased when your shed order was placed.
Use our online design tool
Design Your Cottage Shed in 3D
Choose The Cottage from the style options in our 3D builder tool to customize the size, doors, windows, siding, roofing, colors, interior options, exterior upgrades, and foundation details. Once your design is ready, submit it for a quote, and our team will follow up with the next steps.