Cubby Houses Sydney
We deliver premium timber cubby houses to Sydney families every week — straight to your door, no showroom visit required. Whether you're in Manly, Castle Hill, Cronulla or Campbelltown, your order ships from our Brisbane warehouse and arrives ready to assemble. Sydney metro deliveries typically take 3–5 business days, with outer areas up to 7.
Sydney Delivery Areas
We deliver across all of Greater Sydney. The table below gives you a rough guide on timeframes — if you're on the fringes or in a rural pocket, feel free to get in touch before ordering and we'll confirm for your postcode.
| Area | Estimated Delivery |
|---|---|
| Inner Sydney, Eastern Suburbs, Inner West | 3–5 business days |
| North Shore, Northern Beaches | 3–5 business days |
| Hills District, Norwest, Parramatta | 3–5 business days |
| Western Sydney, South Sydney, St George | 3–5 business days |
| Outer West — Penrith, Richmond, Windsor | Up to 7 business days |
| Blue Mountains, Hawkesbury, Southern Highlands | Up to 7 business days |
All deliveries are kerbside. You'll receive tracking once your order dispatches. Deliveries run Monday–Friday during business hours.
Suburbs We Cover
Inner & East
Newtown, Glebe, Leichhardt, Balmain, Rozelle, Paddington, Randwick, Maroubra, Coogee, Bondi, Waverly, Surry Hills
North Shore
Chatswood, Lane Cove, St Ives, Pymble, Turramurra, Hornsby, Waitara, Willoughby, Gordon, Killara, Lindfield
Northern Beaches
Manly, Dee Why, Brookvale, Frenchs Forest, Terrey Hills, Mona Vale, Avalon, Narrabeen, Warriewood, Collaroy
Hills District
Castle Hill, Baulkham Hills, Kellyville, Rouse Hill, Bella Vista, Norwest, Glenhaven, Cherrybrook, West Pennant Hills, Dural
Western Sydney
Parramatta, Merrylands, Guildford, Auburn, Bankstown, Liverpool, Fairfield, Campbelltown, Penrith, Blacktown, Seven Hills
Inner West
Strathfield, Homebush, Concord, Five Dock, Drummoyne, Burwood, Croydon, Ashfield, Summer Hill, Marrickville, Dulwich Hill
South & St George
Hurstville, Kogarah, Rockdale, Sutherland, Miranda, Cronulla, Caringbah, Engadine, Gymea, Mortdale, Menai
Council Approval in Sydney — What You Need to Know
Most Sydney parents are surprised to find out how straightforward this is. Under the NSW State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes), a cubby house is classified as exempt development in most residential zones — meaning no council approval needed, no paperwork, no waiting.
To qualify as exempt development in NSW, your cubby house generally needs to meet these criteria:
- Floor area no more than 10m² — all our models are well under this
- Wall height no more than 2.4m above ground level
- Ridge height no more than 3m above ground level
- At least 900mm from any boundary fence
- Property is not heritage listed or in a heritage conservation area
These rules apply across most Sydney councils including City of Sydney, Parramatta, Blacktown, Hills Shire, Hornsby, Northern Beaches, Randwick, Sutherland Shire, Liverpool and Penrith. If your property is heritage listed, always check with your local council first. The above is general guidance — not formal planning advice.
Setting Up in a Sydney Backyard
Sydney's clay soils and heavy summer rain mean one thing matters more than anything else before your cubby arrives: a solid, level base. We recommend hardwood sleepers or treated pine decking boards on compacted ground. Avoid placing directly on soil, pavers or grass — moisture wicking up from underneath will shorten the life of any timber structure significantly.
Painting your cubby house
All our cubby houses arrive in raw timber and need painting before or during assembly — this is essential, not optional. Sydney's climate is demanding: hot summers, humidity along the coast, and sustained rainfall in autumn and winter. Two coats of quality exterior water-based paint before the first wet season will protect the timber for years. Touch up horizontal surfaces annually and your cubby will last well into your kids' secondary school years.
Which size suits your yard?
Sydney backyards vary a lot. A compact inner-west terrace and a Hills District quarter-acre are very different problems. As a rough guide: if you're working with under 50m², the Arlo Cubby House is a compact, ground-level option that doesn't dominate the space. For medium to large yards, our elevated designs like the Millie, Frankie Grand, or Billie Grand create usable space underneath while giving kids a proper fort experience. If space isn't a constraint, the Marlie and Newport are the ones Sydney parents come back to tell us about years later.
Common Questions from Sydney Customers
Do you have a Sydney showroom?
We don't — we're an online business operating from our Brisbane warehouse. Our product pages have detailed dimensions, assembly guides, and hundreds of real customer reviews. If you have specific questions before buying, we're happy to help via email or phone.
Can I pick up from somewhere in Sydney?
Not currently. All orders ship from Brisbane. Sydney metro customers typically receive their order within 3–5 business days from when it dispatches.
Does it come assembled?
No — all our cubby houses arrive flat-packed via freight carrier. Assembly takes two adults roughly 2–4 hours depending on the model. All hardware and step-by-step instructions are included. Most families make a weekend of it.
What if something arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos and we'll sort it out. This is rare, but we take it seriously and will arrange replacement parts or an appropriate resolution under our warranty.
Can I add a swing set or mud kitchen later?
Absolutely. Many Sydney families start with a cubby house and add to the play zone over time. Browse our cubby house add-ons, swing sets, and mud kitchens — all deliver to Sydney on the same timeframes.