Design your perfect Garden Game Room

Create an Outdoor Games Room in Your Garden

The fun never has to end with an outdoor games room! Family, friends or even hated rivals that you desperately want to beat at snooker, setting up a garden log cabin gives you the freedom to create a space that’s entirely your own (we at Dunster House do not advise inviting your rivals to your house just to beat them at a table game, but we aren’t your mum, live your life)

A games room can be as simple or as ambitious as you like – from a classic pool tables and dartboard to immersive VR gaming setups, your log cabin can become the go-to destination for every occasion without ever having to leave your garden.

Choosing the Right Log Cabin

The first step is figuring out how much space you have available. Once you’ve measured your garden, you can narrow down the range and choose a cabin that suits both your outdoor space and your personal style. Whether you prefer a contemporary pent roof design or a traditional chalet-style cabin, selecting the right model gives you the perfect foundation for your games room.

There are a few features we recommend you lookout for when choosing which cabin best fits your needs.

Features for Year-Round Use

• Insulation to make sure it’s comfortable all year round
• Optional insulated floors and roof to hold the temperature
• Double glazed windows as standard on 45mm wall thickness cabins
• 45mm log walls or 62mm insulated walls (equivalent to 140mm insulation)
• Advanced 6-point locking system for added security
• Toughened double glazed glass
• Full-length engineered tongue and groove timber construction
• Internally beaded windows and doors for improved protection

With the right specification, your outdoor games room can remain comfortable and ready to use whatever the season.

Designing Your Games Room

The best log cabin games rooms are built around the games you’re planning to have in the building. Think about what you’d like to take centre stage and design the rest of the space around it, ideally with some merch to complete the look.

Traditional Games Room

A pool or snooker table creates a classic focal point, leaving plenty of room for comfortable seating and additional games. Just make sure you account for the cues when planning the space, especially if you decide to add a bar as well.

Man Cave

Create a dedicated social space with a bar area, maybe a dartboard and wall-mounted television. It’s the perfect place to relax, entertain guests or watch live sport. Might not get much done for the games though…

Gaming Hub

Transform your cabin into the ultimate gaming room with a VR rig, multiple screens, your PC or consoles and immersive lighting, perfect way to play games for a long time without your family hearing what you shout down the headset at cheaters.

Multi-Purpose Cabin

A larger or multi-room log cabin gives you even more flexibility to make the game room part of a combination piece. You can combine a games room with a home gym or garden bar to create a space that adapts to your lifestyle.

Finishing Touches

Comfortable seating is a must, whether you’re hosting a tournament or enjoying a quiet evening, you’ll not want to stand the whole time. Choose durable, easy-clean furniture that can cope with everyday use and the occasional spilled drink.

With the right cabin, thoughtful planning and the features that matter most to you, it’s easy to create an outdoor games room you’ll enjoy for years to come.