"Our Garden Gym Has Changed Our Lives."

Fitting Fitness Into Your Home

For many of us, finding the balance between fitness, work, and family life feels like a workout in itself! Overcrowded fitness centres, costly memberships, and travelling to a gym is a logistical nightmare. That was the case for John and Sarah from Surrey until they discovered the benefits of a garden gym by Green Retreats.

Brand: Green Retreats | Model: G5 | Size: 5m x 3.5m | Price £32,670

Working Out When to Work Out?

John and Sarah were determined to improve their fitness. With full-time jobs and parenting duties, carving out time for the gym was nearly impossible. They explored the idea of building a home gym but were quickly deterred by the complexities of planning permissions and high construction costs.

The solution? A garden gym! Green Retreats offered the perfect alternative: a beautifully designed garden room gym that complied with permitted development rights. Unlike conventional extensions, Green Retreats garden rooms don't need planning permission and are designed to meet specific height, width, and perimeter regulations. 

Additionally, they were equally happy that everything came included in the price of the garden room. From the installation to the electrics, there were no hidden costs in the price of the garden gym, allowing the couple to budget effectively for the project. 

Garden gym interior with peloton bike, air conditioning unit, weights and yoga mat.

What a Garden Gym Did For Them

Green Retreats garden gyms stood out for their blend of functionality, aesthetics, and ease of installation. The couple's garden room has completely changed their lives, improving their fitness and well-being and some extra benefits they never considered initially. Here's what their garden gym has done for them.

Convenience: The garden gym changed John and Sarah's fitness routine by eliminating the time-consuming commute to a traditional gym. Their garden gym was just a few steps from their home; this personal space made working out accessible at any time of day, whether it was an early morning cardio session, a midday yoga break, or a quick strength training workout after dinner.

Privacy: Unlike the often crowded and sometimes intimidating environment of public gyms, the garden gym offers a peaceful, private space where John and Sarah can focus solely on their fitness journey. Free from the distractions of clanking weights, loud music, or waiting for equipment, they could exercise at their own pace without interruption.

Customisable: While the busy couple were scrambling for a gym space at home, they still wanted to make sure the design and size of the building met their needs. Luckily for them, Green Retreats has multiple garden room designs, each coming in 70 different size configurations. This gave John and Sarah lots to choose from, eventually opting for a 5m x 3.5m G5 garden room.

Boosted Property Value: Aside from the practical use of the garden gym, it's also shown to add significant value to the property, with a local estate agent claiming it added upwards of £50,000 to John and Sarah's home. 

Independent research has shown that, on average, a garden room can add anywhere between 5%-15% to the value of UK homes - and with prices starting from as little as £11,735 for a quality building from Green Retreats, it's a cost-effective and worthwhile investment.

Garden room with curved corner design in a modern garden landscape.

The Outcome: A Life-Changing Addition

John and Sarah now enjoy the flexibility of working out whenever their schedule allows without sacrificing time with their family while increasing the value of their home in the process. Their garden gym has become a transformative part of their lifestyle, "Our garden gym has changed our lives."

Why a Garden Gym Might Be Right for You?

Garden gyms are a game-changer for fitness. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or just want to start getting in shape, garden rooms offer convenience and privacy so you can find the time to work out at home without distraction. Find out more about garden gyms on the Green Retreats website.