Custom Built L-Shaped Granny Flat in Lake Illawarra

Custom Built L-Shaped Granny Flat in Lake Illawarra

by | Jul 24, 2024 | Completed Granny Flats, Custom Granny Flats, Granny Flats, South Coast Granny Flats

Case Study: Custom L-Shaped Granny Flat in Lake Illawarra, NSW

Acrow Granny Flats recently completed a stunning custom-built, two-bedroom L-shaped granny flat in Lake Illawarra, showcasing the perfect balance between practicality and modern design. This project exemplifies how thoughtful customisation can create a seamless living experience tailored to the homeowner’s needs.

Why Lake Illawarra is Perfect for a Granny Flat

Nestled between the stunning coastline and the picturesque lake, Lake Illawarra offers a unique blend of relaxed coastal living and modern convenience. This sought-after location provides easy access to beaches, parks, and essential amenities, making it an ideal spot for a granny flat. Whether it’s for additional rental income, multi-generational living, or a private retreat, a well-designed granny flat in Lake Illawarra enhances property value while offering versatile living solutions.

Custom Design: A Home That Flows With You

Every home has its unique flow of movement and energy, and this project was designed to reflect the client’s vision of a practical yet stylish space. The L-shaped design maximises privacy while allowing an open-plan feel between the living areas and bedrooms. At Acrow, we specialise in adapting any design to suit how you want your home to function, ensuring every detail aligns with your lifestyle.

Special Features & Finishes

This Lake Illawarra granny flat stands out with its premium selections and thoughtful inclusions:

  • Security & Comfort: The addition of security doors ensures safety without compromising style, offering peace of mind for the occupants.
  • Window Coverings: Double roller blinds (night & day) provide the perfect balance of privacy and natural light control, allowing flexibility for any time of day.

  • Modern Flooring: Hybrid flooring in a sleek Coastal Blackbutt finish delivers durability with a contemporary touch, perfect for a low-maintenance yet high-end aesthetic.

  • Luxurious Bathroom: The spacious bathroom features a 1500mm double vanity in Polytec Classic White Matt, paired with Brushed Nickel tapware for a timeless look.

  • Kitchen Convenience: A dedicated microwave provision integrates seamlessly into the kitchen, which features Polytec Coastal Oak lower cabinetry and Polytec Classic White Matt upper cabinetry, creating a stylish contrast.

  • External Aesthetics: The home features a Colorbond Shale Grey roof, James Hardie 230mm Hardie Plank in Smooth cladding, and Dulux Powered Rock render, ensuring a sleek and modern exterior.

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The Acrow Difference

With years of experience building across Wollongong, Illawarra and the South Coast, Acrow Granny Flats understands the unique challenges and opportunities of the region. Our team ensures every build meets the highest quality standards while offering a personalised approach that turns a house into a home.

This custom L-shaped granny flat in Lake Illawarra is a testament to the power of thoughtful design, tailored features, and expert craftsmanship. Whether you’re looking to invest, accommodate family, or create a private retreat, Acrow Granny Flats can help bring your vision to life.

Interested in a custom granny flat for your property? Contact Acrow Granny Flats today to explore your options.

Lake Illawarra Granny Flat – Gallery

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Looking to build a granny flat on the South Coast? Contact Acrow Granny Flats to explore our popular Cube design and how it can be customised to suit your needs.

Customised Dual Entrance Cube Granny Flat Built in Mollymook

Customised Dual Entrance Cube Granny Flat Built in Mollymook

by | Jun 24, 2024 | Completed Granny Flats, Custom Granny Flats, Granny Flats, South Coast Granny Flats, The Cube

Acrow Granny Flats recently completed a stunning customised Cube granny flat in Mollymook, located on the beautiful South Coast of NSW. This contemporary 2-bedroom granny flat features a spacious open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area, offering a modern yet functional design perfect for both hosting guests and everyday living. The Cube design includes two well-sized bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, a shared bathroom and laundry, and plenty of natural light.

A standout feature of this project is the extended Modwood deck, measuring 9m x 3m (27m²), which creates an ideal outdoor entertaining space. The deck is finished with Modwood in the colour Sahara and includes a subfloor screening for added privacy and a clean finish.

Customisations and Special Features

This Cube granny flat was customised to meet the specific needs of the homeowners, Anthony and Mary Flint, who wanted to maximise both privacy and functionality:
✅ Privacy Screening – Aluminium privacy screens in Colorbond Dover White provide seclusion and enhance the modern aesthetic.
✅ Induction Cooktop – The kitchen is fitted with a Fisher & Paykel 60cm induction cooktop (CI604CTB1), offering efficient and responsive cooking.
✅ External Pendant Lights – Two external pendant lights were installed on the porch, adding a warm, welcoming touch to the entrance.
✅ Subfloor Screening – The Modwood deck is neatly finished with a matching subfloor screening in Sahara stain for a polished look.
✅ Front and Side Access – The layout includes both front and side access, improving convenience and flow around the property.

Dual Entrance Granny Flat Mollymook – Gallery

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Why the Cube is So Popular

The Cube is one of Acrow Granny Flats’ most versatile and sought-after designs. Its compact yet spacious layout makes it suitable for a wide range of blocks, even those with challenging site conditions. The flexible floor plan allows for easy customisation, ensuring each build meets the client’s specific lifestyle needs.

Living in Mollymook – Why It’s Perfect for a Granny Flat

Mollymook, situated on the picturesque South Coast of NSW, is known for its pristine beaches, relaxed lifestyle, and vibrant local community. A granny flat in Mollymook offers the perfect balance of coastal living and convenience. Whether used as a guest house, rental opportunity, or a secondary residence for family, a granny flat in this location provides both lifestyle and financial benefits.

Mollymook is also ideal for retirees or those seeking a sea change, with its close proximity to local shops, restaurants, and medical facilities. The Cube’s design enhances this laid-back lifestyle by blending indoor and outdoor living, making the most of Mollymook’s natural beauty.

Design and Colour Selections

The Cube’s contemporary design is complemented by carefully chosen colour and material selections:

  • Roofing, Fascia, and Gutter – Colorbond Shale Grey

  • Cladding – Weathertex Selflok Milwood 300mm in a smooth finish

  • Decking – Modwood 137mm x 23mm in Sahara

  • Windows – Aluminium frames in GA330A Textura White with double glazing

  • External Painting – Dulux Terrace White and Lexicon Quarter

  • Kitchen – Polytec cabinetry in Classic White (Satin Finish) with 20mm Evostone in Monsoon for the benchtop

  • Bathroom and Laundry – Belga Taupe tiles with Magellan Grey grout, and chrome tapware and fittings

Outcome

The completed granny flat in Mollymook showcases Acrow’s expertise in delivering tailored, high-quality secondary dwellings. Anthony and Mary were particularly impressed with the seamless build process, attention to detail, and the thoughtful inclusion of privacy and access solutions. The Cube’s contemporary style and functional design have created a beautiful and practical living space that integrates perfectly with the coastal lifestyle of Mollymook.

Looking to build a granny flat on the South Coast? Contact Acrow Granny Flats to explore our popular Cube design and how it can be customised to suit your needs.