See us at the NZ Tiny House Expo / Mystery Creek 31st Oct - 2nd November 2025
new zealand's best portable housing spaces.
Crafted with Care, Built for Life
At Handy Cabins, we believe in building more than just tiny homes—we create spaces where comfort, functionality, and style come together seamlessly. Based in the scenic farmland of Dargaville, New Zealand, our team of skilled builders and planners approaches every project with the care and dedication you'd expect if we were building it for our own families.
Though our homes may be "tiny" in size, they're anything but small in ambition. We pride ourselves on maximizing every inch of space to deliver a lifestyle rich in possibilities, without ever compromising on quality or comfort. Alongside our tiny homes, we also manage a range of affordable rental sleepouts offering an affordable housing solution for Northand whanau.
At Handy Cabins, our team consists of top-class craftsmen and professionals who prioritize quality and timely delivery in every build. Our commitment to excellence ensures that each home we construct is a testament to superior craftsmanship and thoughtful design. Whether we’re crafting a dream tiny home or providing an affordable rental sleepout, we execute each project with precision and passion.
marty brown, managing director.
Handy Cabins was born during the 2020 lockdown, sparked by necessity when my agricultural contracting business was paused as a non-essential service. Determined to keep my team employed, I sought an alternative that aligned with their skills. In May 2020, Handy Cabins came to life. Through the challenges of the pandemic, we persevered, not only providing continuous employment but also building the foundation for an exciting future.
With passion and determination, we started by constructing convenient sleepouts to meet the growing housing needs of Northland whanau. As we gained experience, we refined our processes and gradually expanded to larger cabins, culminating in our first self-contained "Tiny Home" in 2021, a significant milestone for us. Our commitment to quality caught the eye of clients, including one who purchased three cabins that year.
We are proud to have worked with many satisfied customers, including Dargaville Hospital, Womens Refuge, Kaipara District Council and of course many individual clients and whanau. Our work is a testament to our dedication to craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.
Thank you
Thank you for coming to see us over the last few months! We enjoyed meeting many of our Northland clients at the Field days.