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Portable Cabins in NZ

Why Choose Ecopod for Your New House in NZ?

Our core values drive our passion for delivering prefabricated building solutions to our customers. At Ecopod our values are our foundations.

Arch Designed

Architecturally
designed

Our expertly crafted and architecturally designed pods provide a cosy, modern home which nestles into any Kiwi habitat.

Huge Range

Huge range of
flexible options

We can adapt any of our extensive range of popular pods so there's no need to compromise on your requirements.

End to End

End to end
project management

From concept design through to delivery, we manage the whole process so you get a stress-free experience.

Eco2

Eco²

Through systematic design, manufacturing and materials sourcing, we deliver both economically and ecologically friendly pods for you to enjoy.

Experience

Experience
you can trust

With decades of experience building homes for Kiwis, our team of experts provide a safe pair of hands you can rely on.

Built for life

Built for life

Ecopods are made for your local conditions and offer a 50 year lifetime along with a 10 year builder's warranty for your peace of mind

Arch Designed

Architecturally
designed

Our expertly crafted and architecturally designed pods provide a cosy, modern home which nestles into any Kiwi habitat.

Huge Range

Huge range of
flexible options

We can adapt any of our extensive range of popular pods so there's no need to compromise on your requirements.

End to End

End to end
project management

From concept design through to delivery, we manage the whole process so you get a stress-free experience.

Eco2

Eco ²

Through systematic design, manufacturing and materials sourcing, we deliver both economically and ecologically friendly pods for you to enjoy.

Experience

Experience
you can trust

With decades of experience building homes for Kiwis, our team of experts provide a safe pair of hands you can rely on.

Built for life

Built for life

Ecopods are made for your local conditions and offer a 50 year lifetime along with a 10 year builder's warranty for your peace of mind

Our Ecopods

Make your building dreams come true with a transportable ecopod in NZ.

Choose a plan from the options below or contact us for a consultation and quote to create the bespoke ecopod of your dreams.

We build portable houses in NZ for residential, public, business and recreational purposes. Get in touch to find out which transportable homes for sale is right for you! Read More

Small Cabins for Sale in NZ

A small portable cabin makes a great addition to many people’s lives. Some who own a house choose to put it on their land somewhere for additional living space or as a granny cabin for a relative to be able to live nearby. Others choose to make a cabin their home, as they offer an affordable and sustainable alternative to buying a larger house. No matter the reasons you’re looking for portable cabins for sale in NZ, we can accommodate you at Ecopod. Our pod cabins come in a range of different designs and sizes to suit all requirements, and they’re environmentally friendly, affordable and high-quality too. When you choose Ecopod, you also take advantage of our years of building experience and benefit from us managing the whole process for you, making everything stress-free and easy. We deliver all pods to North Island and smaller pods to South Island.

Customisable Portable Houses NZ

Your cabin needs to be unique to meet your unique requirements, which is why we work to make our pods customisable and available in a range of different designs. In fact, we have the biggest range of transportable cabins in NZ. Our set of standard plans offer a great starting point where many people can find something that suits them, but we can also make changes to these as requested. You can customise the layout and fixtures as necessary, so if there’s nothing on the website that seems like a perfect fit, just get in touch with our team to find out what we can do for you.

Ecological and Economical

The eco in Ecopod stands for both ecological and economical. Our pod cabins are extremely affordable alternatives to buying more standard housing, which makes them great starter homes for those on tighter budgets, or excellent additions for guest cabins or additional space to your existing home. Our pods are also environmentally friendly, making them a housing option that has low environmental impact and is designed for energy efficiency and low carbon use. Ecopods are built to fit into their environment, and apart from helping you live more sustainably, they also allow you to get in touch with nature and have a minimum amount of impact on the environment where you live.

Top-Quality Portable Cabins in NZ

If you’re looking for cabins for sale in NZ, you’ve found the right place. We offer unbeatable quality and reliable pod homes in NZ. With our many years of experience as builders, and by using top-quality materials throughout the building process, we make cabins built for life. They have a life expectancy of 50 years and come with a 10-year builder’s warranty. This gives you peace of mind and is another reason our pods are sustainable. Each pod is made for your local conditions and is constructed indoors using Lean Kaizen manufacturing principles. With Ecopod, you can expect to receive a cosy and liveable modern relocatable homes that stands the test of time.

Explore a Range of Cabins to Buy in NZ

Our pods vary from sleepouts to tiny homes, to granny flats to amenity and ablution blocks. Whatever you're looking for in your cabin, we've probably got a design to keep you covered, or we can custom design one to suit your needs. We can help you transform your land into a guest dwelling, a place for relaxation, or even an additional source of income.

We have complete confidence in our architectural and engineering expertise - meaning that a fifty-year structural guarantee comes as standard with all our cabins in New Zealand.

What Features Do Small Cabins in NZ Have?

Customise your small cabins in NZ to make it uniquely yours. Ecopod Concepts offers a range of extra features, varying from supplementary functionalities (such as cabling for WiFi, wetrooms, extra storage, etc) all the way to interior decoration features, like kitchen islands, lacquered flooring, and decking. View all our extra features here.

Get Started

If you’re interested in our portable houses in NZ, choose a pod and enquire though the form on the website. We’ll be in touch quickly to discuss your requirements and take you through the next steps. Architectural prefab homes in NZ have become a viable option for some to own their own home without breaking the bank and having the flexibility to move around. Here at Ecopod Concepts, we help our customers make the most of what the tiny house movement has to offer.

We think our eco prefab homes in NZ allow for versatile use of space, are well priced, and are practical, which together lets us focus on providing a high-quality product that will last a lifetime. Don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any quirky architectural transportable homes dreams or regulatory questions, and we'll do our best to help.

The Best Transportable Cabins in NZ

Small transportable cabins are quickly gaining popularity, and for good reason! These cabins have multiple uses, making excellent full-time homes for young, growing families or couples, or serving as additional guest space, office space or granny cabins for homeowners who need more space. And if you’re looking for transportable homes in NZ, you couldn’t have found a better place than Ecopod. Our pods are economical, ecological and customisable, offering affordability and excellent customisation options to suit all needs. We also have the biggest range of tiny houses available in NZ, ranging from one bedrooms up to four beds. Each pod is built in our factory and can be transported to all of North Island, with pods less than 3.6m wide also being transportable to South Island. We’re known for offering top-quality architecturally designed pods and supporting our customers throughout the whole process, making it easier and more reliable than ever to invest in a transportable home.

If one of our relocatable homes, prefab homes, or portable cabins for sale has caught your eye, send an enquiry through the website and we’ll get back to you with more information about the next steps. Read Less

  • All Pods
  • Amenities & Ablutions blocks
  • Cabins & Sleepouts
  • Minor Dwellings & Relocatable homes
  • Popular Pods
  • Tiny Homes & Granny Flats

6 x 2.8

Whitianga
  • 16.8
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

6 x 3.2

Piha
  • 19
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

6 x 3.6

Ohakune
  • 21.5
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

7.2 x 2.8

Kapiti
  • 20
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

7.2 x 3.6

Red Beach
  • 25.9
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

7.45 x 3.8

Orakei Ablutions
  • 26
  • 3

8.4 x 3.2

Te Atatu
  • 26.9
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

8.4 x 3.2

Massey
  • 26.9
  • 1+1
  • 1
  • 1

12 x 3.2

Waiuku
  • 38.4
  • 1.5
  • 1
  • 1

9 x 3.6

Te Aroha
  • 30
  • 1

8.4 x 3.6

Kaiwaka
  • 30
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

9 x 7.2

Matakana
  • 64.8
  • 2
  • 1
  • 1

10.5 x 6.5

Snells Beach
  • 76
  • 3
  • 1
  • 1

10 x 6

Cambridge
  • 60
  • 2
  • 1
  • 1

10.8 x 2.8

Pakiri
  • 30
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

10.8 x 3.2

Manutuke
  • 34.6
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

10.8 x 3.6

Bethells
  • 38.9
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

10.8 x 5.4

North Harbour
  • 58.3
  • 2
  • 1
  • 1

10.8 x 6

Maraetai
  • 64.8
  • 3
  • 1
  • 1

12 x 3.2

Waiuku
  • 38.4
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

13 x 3.6

Rotorua
  • 43.2
  • 2
  • 1
  • 1

12 x 3.6

Matamata
  • 43.2
  • 2
  • 1
  • 1

13 x 5

Foxton
  • 65
  • 3
  • 1
  • 1

11 x 6.9

Opotiki
  • 75
  • 2
  • 1
  • 1

13.3 x 7.4

Karaka
  • 98.4
  • 3
  • 1
  • 1.5

14 X 7.2

Tirau
  • 100.8
  • 4
  • 1
  • 1

6 x 2.8

Whitianga
  • 16.8
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

6 x 3.2

Piha
  • 19
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

6 x 3.6

Ohakune
  • 21.5
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

7.2 x 2.8

Kapiti
  • 20
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

7.2 x 3.6

Red Beach
  • 25.9
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

7.45 x 3.8

Orakei Ablutions
  • 26
  • 3

8.4 x 3.2

Te Atatu
  • 26.9
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

8.4 x 3.2

Massey
  • 26.9
  • 1+1
  • 1
  • 1

12 x 3.2

Waiuku
  • 38.4
  • 1.5
  • 1
  • 1

9 x 3.6

Te Aroha
  • 30
  • 1

8.4 x 3.6

Kaiwaka
  • 30
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

9 x 7.2

Matakana
  • 64.8
  • 2
  • 1
  • 1

10.5 x 6.5

Snells Beach
  • 76
  • 3
  • 1
  • 1

10 x 6

Cambridge
  • 60
  • 2
  • 1
  • 1

10.8 x 2.8

Pakiri
  • 30
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

10.8 x 3.2

Manutuke
  • 34.6
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

10.8 x 3.6

Bethells
  • 38.9
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

10.8 x 5.4

North Harbour
  • 58.3
  • 2
  • 1
  • 1

10.8 x 6

Maraetai
  • 64.8
  • 3
  • 1
  • 1

12 x 3.2

Waiuku
  • 38.4
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1

13 x 3.6

Rotorua
  • 43.2
  • 2
  • 1
  • 1

12 x 3.6

Matamata
  • 43.2
  • 2
  • 1
  • 1

13 x 5

Foxton
  • 65
  • 3
  • 1
  • 1

11 x 6.9

Opotiki
  • 75
  • 2
  • 1
  • 1

13.3 x 7.4

Karaka
  • 98.4
  • 3
  • 1
  • 1.5

14 X 7.2

Tirau
  • 100.8
  • 4
  • 1
  • 1

Ecopod Features and Warranties

Why you can expect a high performing and durable building when you buy an Ecopod. While we pride ourselves on being fully customisable in our layouts and aesthetics, we stick to tried and tested materials that we know work together well to achieve a high-quality building.

Strong and Resilient

Our pods are architecturally designed to Very High Wind Zone.

We use NZ-grown timber wherever possible to make robust and adaptable spaces and reduce our carbon footprint. Professionally painted. 

Our standard materials include:

  • Weathertex Weathergroove Woodsman cladding 25-year warranty
  • MDF or ply wall lining 50-year durability
  • Aqualine GIB 15-year wet area warranty
  • Laminate timber flooring 10-year warranty
  • Laminate timber benchtop 5-year warranty
  • Melteca timber cabinets 5-year warranty

Energy Efficient

Thanks to great insulation and modern, low-energy components.

We supply our buildings with a switchboard to connect up our LED lights, heating systems and appliances.

Our standard materials include:

  • LED Lighting, PDL sockets, and smoke alarms 10-year warranty
  • Hot water cylinder 135L 10-year warranty
  • High-quality European-made Beko appliances 5-year warranty

Warm and Dry

Built under cover, ecopods are fully insulated, weathertight and corrosion-resistant (Sea-Spray Zone) before leaving the factory. 

Built using a 20mm vented cavity, soffit overhangs, German-made window and door mouldings and packed with glasswool insulation, we're taking on the elements! 

Our standard materials include:

  • Double-glazed UPVC joinery 15-year warranty
  • Insulation values at least: R2.8 Walls, R3.6 Roof, R1.8 Floor
  • Marley guttering and down-pipe system 15-year warranty
  • Colorsteel MAXAM roof and flashings 15-year warranty
  • Building paper wrap with 20mm vented cavity

High Performance

Live in comfort with high-quality fixtures and fittings throughout.  

We understand that finishing touches are essential to liveability and comfort. That's why we use reliable New Zealand plumbing in our homes.  

Our standard materials include:

  • Stainless-steel sink 5 year warranty
  • Selected Greens tapware 20-year warranty
  • Showerwell showers and baths 5 year warranty
  • Elementi ceramic toilet suite 10-year warranty

Colour Palettes

You can select from one of our pre-made colour schemes below, or design your own! Not only are all our floor plans customisable, so are the colours and materials. When it comes to delivering your dream Ecopod home, the sky is the limit!

Town for web

Town - contemporary, minimalist palette

Dune for web

Dune - light, relaxed environment

Forest - grounded, calming neutrals

Beach for web

Beach - bold, fresh escape

Field for web

Field - neutral, country feeling

Duplex for web

Bespoke - design your own palette

Process

You Dream. We Deliver

Our goal is to make it as simple as possible for you to meet your building needs. We take care of the design, consent, and installation with full project pricing so you can sit back and enjoy your new ecopod as soon as possible.

1
Enquire

You choose an ecopod and fill out our enquiry form below. We'll be in touch to discuss your project and customisation options.

2
Feasibility study

We understand your requirements and assess your site for access, consenting requirements and onsite works to provide a detailled estimate.

3
Sign contract

We draw up our Sale & Purchase Agreement for you to sign and issue the initial deposit which could be for just the consent stage or the full build. 

4
Design & consent

We draft the design documents, and, if required produce architectural, engineering and service connection plans to submit for building consent.

5
Build & Site Prep

We build your ecopod in our manufacturing facility and pass council inspections while we prepare your site for delivery.

6
Project completion

We deliver your pod, connect it to water and electrical services, and complete finishing touches such as decks and landscaping.

Tell Us More About Your Dream Ecopod

    Book Your Free Design and Build Consult here

    Our Not-So-Tiny ‘Call Us Crazy’ Build Guarantee

    We go above and beyond to ensure your build is fast and stress-free, from start to finish. That’s why we back all Ecopods with our unrivalled guarantee.

    Here’s how it works:

    1. 50-Year Building Structural Guarantee

     2. Guaranteed Building Act & Code Compliance With Council Consent

     3. We’ll Beat Any Price On The Same Build Method - Guaranteed!

    4. Guaranteed Delivery Date (Or We Pay You $1,000)

    We can’t make it simpler or safer for you to build your brand-new Ecopod.

    *T's&C's Apply

    You dream, we deliver.

    Our goal is to make it as simple as possible for you to meet your building needs. We take care of the design, consent, and installation with full project pricing so you can sit back and enjoy your new ecopod as soon as possible.

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