The Garden Office

A space for work

Garden Offices in Surrey – Work From Home Without the Commute

Working from home has become the new normal, but working from the kitchen table or spare bedroom isn’t always ideal.

A garden office creates a calm, dedicated workspace just a few steps from your house, helping you focus during the day while still switching off at the end of it.

At My Retreat Garden Rooms, we design and build bespoke garden offices across Surrey and the Home Counties, creating professional spaces that are comfortable to work in all year round.

Why a Garden Office Makes Such a Difference

Working from home has become the new normal, but working from the kitchen table or spare bedroom isn’t always ideal.

A garden office creates a calm, dedicated workspace just a few steps from your house, helping you focus during the day while still switching off at the end of it.

At My Retreat Garden Rooms, we design and build bespoke garden offices across Surrey and the Home Counties, creating professional spaces that are comfortable to work in all year round.

Children distracting you while working from home

Designed Around the Way You Work

Every garden office we build is bespoke.

Some customers want a compact workspace for video calls and admin.
Others prefer a larger studio-style office with space for multiple desks.

We design garden offices to suit your needs, including:

• Large landscape windows for natural light
• Sliding doors opening onto the garden
• Built-in desk areas
• Storage and shelving
• Lighting and heating options

Comfortable to Work in All Year

A garden office should feel like a proper room — not a shed.

Some customers want a compact workspace for video calls and admin.
Others prefer a larger studio-style office with space for multiple desks.

We design garden offices to suit your needs, including:

• Large landscape windows for natural lightOur garden rooms include:
• High-performance insulation
• Double-glazed doors and windows
• Steel frame floor system
• Durable cladding finishes
• Fully plastered interiors

This ensures your garden office stays warm in winter and cool in summer.

• Sliding doors opening onto the garden
• Built-in desk areas
• Storage and shelving
• Lighting and heating options

Do Garden Offices Need Planning Permission?

In many cases, garden offices fall within permitted development, meaning planning permission is not required.

However, this depends on:

• Height of the building
• Position in the garden
• Whether your property is in a conservation area

We can help guide you through this if needed.

Garden Office FAQs

A garden office should feel like a proper room — not a shed.

How much does a garden office cost?
Costs depend on size, materials and specification, but many customers find it significantly cheaper than extending their house.

Can I run a business from a garden office?
Yes, many customers use garden offices for remote working, consultancy or creative businesses.

Can you install electrics and heating?
Yes, our garden rooms include electrics and heating options, so the space is ready to use.