“The Mason” Container Pool House

📦 What to expect from a 20 ft container poolhouse

The 20 ft container poolhouse is a compact and efficient living unit designed for versatility and comfort. Equipped with a full bathroom and a kitchenette, it is ideal for use as a pool house, guest accommodation, or short-term rental, offering modern amenities within a durable container structure.

📐 Dimensions and main features

• Exterior dimensions: 20 ft (L) × 8 ft (W) × 8 ft 6 in (H) – new standard

• Bedroom / living room: 14 ft 7.5 in (L) × 7 ft (W) × 8 ft (H)

• Bathroom: 4 ft (L) × 7 ft (W) × 8 ft (H)

• Layout: Living area with kitchenette and 3/4 bathroom

• Designed for compact and functional residential use

🧱 Construction and insulation

• Framing: 2 in × 4 in wood studs on 16 in centers

• Walls: Drywall with orange peel texture

• Insulation: Closed-cell spray foam

• Ceiling insulation: 3 in (R21)

• Wall insulation: 2 in (R13)

• Floor insulation: 1 in (R7)

• Insulation levels can be modified based on climate or requirements

💡 Electrical and lighting

• 125 amp, 12-slot panel breaker box (outdoor exterior mount)

• Multiple 110v and 220v outlets for kitchen, living area, bathroom, and exterior use

• Dedicated circuits for refrigerator and electric stovetop

• GFCI outlets in kitchen, bathroom, and exterior

• Two low-profile brushed nickel ceiling lights in living area

🚪 Windows and doors

• Low-E protection glass windows with white vinyl frames

• Two 72 in × 80 in sliding glass doors

• Picture windows in living area and bathroom

• Pocket door for bathroom

• Options include French doors and full glass aluminum garage door with black trim

🛁 Bathroom features (3/4 bath)

• 3 ft × 3 ft wall surround shower stall

• Vanity sink with faucet

• Standard 1.6-gallon toilet

• Vent fan with integrated light

🍽️ Living area with kitchenette

• Base kitchen cabinets with sealed butcher block countertops

• Stainless steel single-bay sink with pull-down sprayer

• Two-burner electric radiant stovetop

❄️ MEP and systems

• HVAC: One-ton ductless mini-split system (12,000 BTU) for heating and cooling

• Water supply: 0.5 in RV hose spigot with insulated PEX plumbing

• Greywater: 1.5 in PVC stub-out

• Blackwater: 3 in PVC stub-out

• Water heater: 13 kW tankless water heater installed under kitchen cabinets

✅ Advantages

• Compact and efficient layout

• Fully equipped with bathroom and kitchenette

• Suitable for poolside use, guests, or rental purposes

• Climate-ready insulation and modern HVAC system

• Durable container structure with customizable finishes