What Exactly Is a Backyard Cabin?

With housing costs climbing and land prices going through the roof, tiny homes and backyard Sheds are gaining traction. These secondary buildings, known as ADUs (auxiliary dwelling units), are becoming popular for their versatility—they can be used for anything from storage spaces to short-term rentals.

A backyard shed is typically a small building separate from the main house, often a converted shed turned into a cozy living space. One of the biggest advantages? They're an affordable way to add extra living space or even generate some rental income by listing them on platforms like Airbnb or VRBO.

In this article, we'll dive into all things backyard sheds—how to transform a shed into one, what the regulations might be, and we'll also showcase some sheds currently for sale that are perfect for turning into your dream backyard shed.