--- title: 5 Features of a Great Holiday Home description: If you are building a home away from home, here are five features you should consider including to truly make it your own slice of paradise. image: https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/hubfs/SB%20Blog%20Nov.png --- - [Follow on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/swanbuildhomes) [Follow on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/swanbuild_homes) - #### Leading builders of Modular Homes in NSW, VIC, & SA - - [1800 008 024 1800 008 024](tel:1800%20008%20024) - #### Leading builders of Modular Homes in NSW, VIC, & SA [![Swanbuild](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swanbuild_Primary%20Brandmark_Mono_RGB-1.png?width=190&height=112&name=Swanbuild_Primary%20Brandmark_Mono_RGB-1.png) ![Swanbuild](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swanbuild_Primary%20Brandmark_Mono_RGB-1.png?width=190&height=112&name=Swanbuild_Primary%20Brandmark_Mono_RGB-1.png)](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/) - Menu - [Home Designs](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/building-plans/) - [Plans](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/building-plans/) - [Inclusions Packages](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/inclusions-packages/) - [Buy a Display Home](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/display-homes-for-sale/) - Building With Us - [Our Process](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/our-process/) - [Pricing Made Easy](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/pricing-made-easy/) - [Modular Construction](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/modular-homes/) - [Quality Guarantee](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/quality-guarantee/) - [Testimonials](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/testimonials/) - [About Us](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/why-swanbuild/) - [Why Swanbuild](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/why-swanbuild/) - [Our Team](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/our-team/) - [Our Vision, Mission and Values](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/our-vision-mission-and-values/) - [FAQs](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/faqs/) - Inspiration - [Blog](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au) - [Virtual Tours](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/virtual-tour/) - [Videos](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/videos/) - [Internal Photos](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/internal-photos/) - [External Photos](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/external-photos/) - [Design Guide](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/design-guide/) - Commercial - [What We Build](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/what-we-build/) - [Why Build Modular](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/why-build-modular/) - [Our Projects](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/our-projects/) - [Contact](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/contact/) - [Book a Consultation](https://homes.swanbuild.com.au/consultation-request) - [Visit Our Display Homes](https://homes.swanbuild.com.au/display-visit) - [![Download Catalogue](https://hubspot-no-cache-ap1-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/2500450/interactive-375802331590.png)](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLKfeXyicUTy8lHnAg%2FM76mcvukgllT3ZVNMapa8Z82z57QC0XBTV9mcIcgpzUGa%2FjhdxrhQcWWT2Qt368CUiPwXeDhqh343AWjkycjRVZAZtaXmmZNzNZkoPfkB3jX%2B5dOgEkFvLIQCYh8CVZ3ZeXzq%2FqXQHQFFhavNZDBvFTCjecsRgyLvCmYUbu9KJuXg6qSAfzpsXo2yORGwjTWxWNJKZXBKPtPcWm3aQ7hNLE5WkSUf&webInteractiveContentId=375802331590&portalId=2500450) - - Search for: - - Search for: \\ # 5 Features of a Great Holiday Home [Swanbuild](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/author/swanbuild) 6, December, 2019 ![](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/hubfs/SB%20Blog%20Nov.png) Undoubtedly the best thing about a holiday home is that it is away from the humdrum of normal life and the to do list which that comes with. However, if you are building a home away from home, here are five features you should consider including to truly make it your own slice of paradise. ![Family on holiday](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/SB%20Blog%20Nov.png?width=600&name=SB%20Blog%20Nov.png) 1. Useable Living Spaces: It is worth having a living area where the whole family or group can gather together for a meal or to relax. If your group is of varying ages and interests, ideally have a couple of living areas: one for the children to play in, for example, as well as a space for quiet activities. 2. An Outdoor Area: Likewise, it is preferable to have an outdoor area where everyone can gather in the warmer months. If the area is covered, you may be able to use it all year round. 3. Sufficient Bedrooms and Bathrooms: This will obviously depend on who uses the holiday home. If it is for just one family you may be happy to share a couple of rooms and one bathroom but for more, consider multiple bedrooms and bathrooms. There is nothing worse than getting in each other’s way when you are trying to relax. 4. Fireplace: Of course, this may depend on the style of home you have but in a cooler climate you will find that everyone will enjoy congregating around the fireplace. It is a great time to share stories, play cards and boardgames. These are the times that will be remembered fondly. 5. Homely Touches: Add a few homely pieces to your holiday house to truly make it a home away from home. If it is quite different to your permanent home, like a beach house or a farmhouse, you might consider decorating in that particular style. Are you interested in building a holiday home? Download the Swanbuild Modular Homes brochure below to view all of the designs we have to offer. 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