A Room For All Seasons

 The term "Summerhouse" can often be misleading. Summerhouse infers a building that is for use in the garden during the summer months. However, with Chelsea Summerhouses being offered with lining and insulation and having electricity and heating installed, there is absolutely no limit to the seasonal enjoyment of the Summerhouse.

There is a growing trend towards using Summerhouses in all weathers and this makes perfect sense. On a practical level, Summerhouses are a very cheap way of extending living space. But it is so much more than that, Summerhouses are a touch of luxury, more importantly an affordable touch of luxury. A space that can be used solely for purpose, for relaxing, for dining, or socialising. Because it is a room in the garden, it tends not to attract the clutter and chaos of rooms in the house, so it can be a real escape from the pressures (and people!) that are in the house.

Picture the rain lashing down or the greyness of a very cold, damp afternoon. Take your book or hobby into your Summerhouse, turn on the heating and/or cuddle up in a blanket on your favourite chair and spend some time relaxing, reading, thinking.... this kind of time is precious in the fast paced world we live in.
Equally a dinner party or dining out with the kids whilst all around you is dark, provides intimacy and fun and keeps all the mess and rumpus out of the house, (alternatively no one need see the mess and rumpus in the house!).

In the words of the poet, Mr Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, "The best thing one can do when it's raining is to let it rain." Sit back and enjoy the moment and ensconced in your Chelsea Summerhouse encapsulates that quote very well.

The Original Summerhouse

Chelsea Summerhouses Limited was established in May 2011 following the administration of Amdega Limited. The two Directors of Chelsea Summerhouses had over 36 combined years working for Amdega and recognised that Amdega’s best product was the ‘Chelsea’ range of garden buildings. Models of these buildings can still be viewed at certain RHS gardens throughout the country.

In 1989 Amdega purchased a company called L F Knight of Reigate, a company that had been manufacturing garden buildings and exhibiting at Chelsea Flower Show since the early 1900’s. These designs have stood the test of time and are now manufactured by Chelsea Summerhouses using the original drawings and manufacturing jigs. Fully constructed from Western Red Cedar these buildings are built to last. Many of the companies in existence today have imitated the designs of the ‘original’ summerhouse.

Transform Your Garden With A Chelsea Summerhouse

If you’re keen on your garden, you’ll be used to planning ahead. If you also love relaxing in your garden, don’t neglect this important aspect – plan for it too!

Luxury Chelsea Summerhouses are the perfect way to maximize your garden enjoyment. From traditional-style to vibrant, contemporary garden rooms, a summerhouse extends the season of sitting outdoors, relaxing and entertaining in your garden.

Before you choose your perfect summerhouse, consider its setting and how you’ll be using it. It’s your garden and anything goes, but think about harmonizing with your home and garden. Will you be mainly relaxing, dining, or partying in this summerhouse? Choose location, size, shape and design details accordingly.

The are many sizes and shapes of Summerhouses to choose from, from the smallest to the largest, corner models, octagonal and even some with rotating bases to face the sun. All constructed from Western Red Cedar known for its durability complete with elegant Cedar Shingle Roofs.

Your paint or stain colours will ensure your summerhouse creates the perfect impression in your garden, from stand-out design statement, light & fresh tones to quiet camouflage. Painting your garden furniture in toning shades and matching surrounding planting will create a look fit for a garden magazine.

A Chelsea summerhouse with double glazing and insulation means that you can be enjoying life outdoors throughout the seasons so what are you waiting for?  Get planning your garden retreat now!

Western Red Cedar

Western Red Cedar...characteristics of the timber we use for our long lasting summerhouses.

It's strong - Western Red Cedar has excellent dimensional stability and endurance. It lays flat, stays straight and is less likely to twist and crack than other wood products such as treated timber.

It's long lasting - The supremacy of Western Red Cedar as an all-weather building material is entirely natural. Along with it's beauty, stability and endurance, Western Red Cedar contains natural oils that act as preservatives to help the wood resist insect attack and decay. 

It's non-toxic - Western Red Cedar is non-toxic and safe for all uses, and requires no chemical treatment.

It smells good - Western Red Cedar is probably well known for its distinctive aroma. Over time the wood remains subtly aromatic and the characteristic fragrance adds another dimension to its universal appeal. 

 

It's beautiful - Western Red Cedar's rich grain and vibrant colour make it the preferred material for all applications where beauty is important.

Planning On Adding A Summerhouse To Your Garden

Are you considering adding a summerhouse to your garden, well January is the perfect time to do so. Most people don't consider any garden alterations until the weather improves in spring time but January/ February are really a better time to plan any additions to your garden. Not only does it give you something to look forward to and think about in the bleak winter months but as our summerhouses are all handcrafted, they have a leadtime of 6-8 weeks. So why not take advantage of winter offers and receive delivery of your summerhouse at the beginning of spring giving you more time to enjoy living indoors...outdoors.

Each of our designs can be adapted for a variety of purposes including a tranquil home office, inspirational studio, gym or merely a tranquil retreat. A Chelsea Summerhouse is really a perfect way to enjoy the outdoors and make the most of your garden.

The Perfect Garden Summerhouse

Our lovely Chelsea Summerhouse has been the perfect place to get out of the cold winds at the tail end of a autumn that just seems to have gone on and on... It is painted a soft, pebble grey, like the colour of collared dove's feathers, a colour that fits harmoniously with the plants around it.
The roof is made of cedar shingles, tightly fitting together, which age to a lichen grey. They give a lovely scent, woody and evocative, and the evening light comes slanting in from the west through the pretty windowpanes. I love the way the roof line flicks up gently at the eaves, a subtle piece of design. Hand made from Western Red Cedar which is known for its durability and resistance to warping and shrinking - very necessary to cope with the sort of winter upon us! All in all, it is a thing of beauty as well as being a restful place to sit out of the wind.

Happy Clients 2013

At Chelsea Summerhouses we pride ourselves on having 100% happy clients. From initial enquiry to completion of installation of your summerhouse, we offer an exceptional customer service as we believe you should never have to compromise on quality; either product or service.

Our summerhouses can be installed all year round for a variety of purposes including a tranquil home office, inspirational studio or merely a garden retreat.

Below are examples of recent installations of our summerhouses.

Richmond Summerhouse installed in Harrogate in October 2013.

Henley Summerhouse installed in Colchester in October 2013

Richmond Summerhouse installed in Northumberland in October 2013

Windsor Summerhouse installed in Essex in September 2013

Wraysbury 10 Sided Summerhouse installed in Wirral in September 2013

                             
                                   Kingston Summerhouse installed in Northampton in August 2013

                              

                                       Sunbury Gazebo installed in Kent in July 2013