Recreation

Recreation Sheds

Recreation sheds help you make the most of this exceptional lifestyle available to us in Australia. If you embrace the outdoors with boats, caravans and…

Last reviewed September 2024 by Ryan Ollis, Stockman Sheds QBCC #15408423 4.9 from 83+ Google reviews

A Big Cabarlah Shed Built to Work

Stockman has been designing and building custom recreation sheds across South East Queensland since 2020, with a 4.9-star rating from 75+ Google reviews and a 20-year structural warranty on every build. Manufactured at our Highfields, Toowoomba HQ from 100% Australian BlueScope Steel and COLORBOND® cladding.

Sheds for your hobbies and adventures

Recreation sheds help you make the most of this exceptional lifestyle available to us in Australia. If you embrace the outdoors with boats, caravans and dirt bikes, you’re going to need a secure and reliable shed to store your gear in.

A shed that protects your lifestyle investments from the elements, theft and vandalism, keeping them in mint condition and extending their lifestyle so you can enjoy them far into the future. Plus, it’s a great value-add to your property!

A recreation shed isn’t just about storing your gear. It’s a place to pursue your hobbies and enjoy your pastimes. You like dirt bikes? Your shed becomes your workshop, a place to keep your bikes and tools and tinker on them to your heart’s content.

Stockman custom recreation sheds for your home can be moulded and adapted to suit your pursuits. Work benches can be added, extra storage racks, shelving, doors, windows - whatever you need to create the perfect environment for your pursuits.

We love cars, dirt bikes and boats here at Stockman, so building rock-solid sheds for them is important to us.

Every Shed is Custom Built: We don’t do standard sheds. Instead, each one is built with your specific preferences in mind. That way, you get exactly the shed you need!

Toowoomba Sheds: We’re based in Toowoomba and have been for many years. We know Southeast Queensland like the back of our hands and are proud to supply sheds to the local area and beyond.

Only the Best Suppliers: From high-tensile Australian Bluescope Steel to the shed components we use, every supplier is hand picked for utmost dependability.

Council Certification: Getting your recreational shed approved by the council is an overwhelming mission. With Stockman, you can stress less because it’s something we’ll get done for you.

Recreation sheds inspiration and ideas

A recreation shed is a big investment of time and energy, so you want to get it right. We’ve put together some resources to help you in the journey to your perfect shed. Check them out below!

Caravan sheds

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Boat sheds

Whatever size boat you own, one of our custom boat sheds will keep it nice and safe when you’re not out on the water.

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Caravan shed design

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What’s included with every Stockman recreation shed

Every Stockman recreation shed quote covers the full build, not just the kit:

Australian BlueScope Steel C-section frame, engineered to AS/NZS 1170 wind-load standard for your specific site
COLORBOND® cladding in your choice of 22 standard colours, with BlueScope’s 30-year warranty against perforation by corrosion
Engineered concrete slab designed by a structural engineer to suit your soil class and shed loads
Full council application and certifier inspection — we handle every form, overlay check and sign-off as part of the build
Choice of doors — roller doors, sliding doors, glass sliders or PA (personnel access) doors, sized to your use case
Gutters, downpipes and flashings in matching COLORBOND® finish
20-year structural warranty in line with the certified engineering, plus Stockman’s own installation warranty
QBCC-licensed installation (#15408423) by trained Australian tradespeople — no subbed-out labour

Optional add-ons include mezzanine flooring, internal walls, insulation, awnings, windows, ventilation and electrical rough-in.

Recent recreation builds we’ve completed

Recent recreation shed builds delivered across South East Queensland include A Big Backyard Shed in Meringandan West, Ravensbourne Acreage Shed, and A Big Cabarlah Shed Built to Work. Browse the gallery below for more — every build is a real Stockman project, photographed on handover day.

Frequently Asked

Recreation shed questions, answered

What can I use a recreation shed for?

Recreation sheds typically house caravan or boat storage, dirt bikes and toys, a home gym, pool table or bar, kids' play area, art studio, or a quiet retreat away from the main house. Many homeowners design them as multi-use: a parking bay for the caravan plus a separate living area divided by an internal wall. Insulation, glass sliders and awnings make them year-round comfortable.

What size recreation shed do I need?

Depends on the activities. A dirt-bike shed for 2–3 bikes plus tools usually fits in 6m × 4m × 3m. A caravan-and-lifestyle combo shed needs at least 9m × 6m × 4m. A serious recreation shed with caravan storage, workshop bay AND living area typically lands at 12m × 9m × 4m. Add 1m clearance on every side around any vehicle or caravan.

Do I need insulation in a recreation shed?

Strongly recommended if you'll be spending time inside. Roof insulation alone (anti-condensation blanket plus reflective foil) makes a huge difference to summer comfort — drops the indoor temperature 5–10°C on a hot day. Wall insulation (glasswool batts behind internal cladding) takes it further and matters most in winter. If you want full liveability, add insulation to walls and roof, plus glazing on windows and doors.

Do recreation sheds need council approval?

Yes — Class 10a rules apply. Any recreation shed that fits a vehicle or caravan exceeds the 10m² / 2.4m / 5m thresholds. Stockman handles the council application, certifier inspection and overlay checks as part of the build. Worth noting: a recreation shed isn't a habitable structure under Class 10a — if you want to sleep in it, it needs a Class 1a conversion (full BCA compliance).

How much does a recreation shed cost in 2026?

Most Stockman recreation sheds run $25,000 to $80,000. A simple 6m × 4m hobby shed sits around $20,000–$30,000; an 8m × 6m caravan/recreation combo shed lands at $30,000–$50,000; a fully insulated 12m × 9m lifestyle shed with internal walls, glass sliders and awnings runs $50,000–$80,000+. Insulation, internal walls and glazing drive the price more than the bare shell.

Real Builds

Real recreation builds

Every shed below was designed and engineered by Stockman, built by the trusted trades on every Stockman job. Tap any card to see the full project — slab, structure, colour selection and finish details.