Turnhout (2300) is the capital of the Kempen — more rural than the West and East Flemish cities, with larger plots and a preference for nature-integrated design. For customers in Turnhout and the surrounding Kempen municipalities we often work with larger models that lend themselves to natural integration.
What makes Kempen gardens different?
- Larger plots: gardens of 15×15 m or more are not unusual
- Nature integration: many customers want to set the garden house into an existing woodland garden or heathland
- A preference for privacy: the distance to neighbours is greater → models with large glazed sections or terrace doors are an option
- A rural building style: gable roof, natural timber, no clean-modern colours
Popular model choices for the Kempen
| Space | Model | Budget |
|---|---|---|
| A terraced house garden (a small subset) | 3×3 budget | €1.200 |
| A mid-sized plot | Design 4×3 or 4×4 | €2.500-€4.000 |
| A large villa garden | Design 4×5 or a pool house | €4.500-€7.500+ |
| A spacious rural garden | Bespoke or a stable-type structure | On request |
Integration with the existing garden
- Orientation: do not put the garden house on the sunny side if that is where your sun terrace is — choose a north or east position
- Vegetation: leave at least 2-3 m between the garden house and tall trees (leaf fall, root growth)
- Paths: allow for walking routes from the house to the garden house in the design
- Light pollution: with a garden house with windows or lighting, think about how local wildlife is affected
Permits in Turnhout and the Kempen
The Flemish framework applies. Points specific to the Kempen:
- A woodland plot, or adjoining woodland: the Agentschap Natuur en Bos may be involved
- An area of landscape value: stricter rules
- Standard residential: notification required under 40 m² / 3,5 m / 1 m distance
Check turnhout.be/stedenbouw or your specific municipality (Kasterlee, Oud-Turnhout, Beerse).
Delivery in the Kempen
Free delivery in Turnhout and the whole Kempen region (out to Hoogstraten, Geel, Mol). For most garden houses the lead time is 5-8 weeks after ordering; a few standard models are faster (2-3 weeks). For remote rural addresses we check driveway access beforehand.
Installation
Our teams also install on rural plots — often simpler than city work (more room to manoeuvre). Combined quote for transparency.
Important: the foundation is not part of our delivery. A level, stable base (concrete slabs or a concrete pad) must be ready beforehand. If you are unsure which foundation your model needs, send us your garden plan and we will advise which type it requires.
Common mistakes with a garden house in Turnhout
A garden house is a 10+ year investment; most later problems are avoidable if you ask the right questions up front. Four recurring pitfalls we often see in gardens in Turnhout:
- No foundation, or an inadequate one, ready at delivery. A garden house standing directly on grass or loose slabs draws moisture from the ground and warps sooner. The foundation (e.g. concrete slabs or a concrete pad, laid level) is preparation on your side — not included in our delivery — and must be ready before we come to install.
- Too close to the plot boundary. Under the Flemish notification scheme there must be at least 1 m between the garden house and the neighbouring plot. Measure beforehand with a folding rule, not by eye.
- Checking the permit too late. A refusal once the timber is already on its way costs time and money. One visit or phone call to the planning department takes 10 minutes and avoids weeks of delay.
- Timber not pre-treated. Untreated spruce in a damp garden weathers in 2-3 years. Apply a coat of stain or timber oil on handover — it is always in our assembly guide.
Frequently asked questions — buying a garden house in Turnhout
How much does a garden house cost in Turnhout? At Bear Wood, budget models start from €670 for a compact 2×2 model. A popular 3×3 budget garden house starts from €1.200. Design models and larger multi-functional garden houses run from €3.500 to €7.500+. Our lowest price guarantee applies to every model.
Does Bear Wood really come free of charge as far as Turnhout? Yes. Free delivery applies everywhere in Turnhout and its districts. For narrow or hard-to-reach addresses we plan a loading and unloading window in advance.
Is a bespoke garden house possible? Yes, bespoke is always possible. Send us your garden plan with dimensions — we will send you a drawn proposal within 1 working day.
How long do delivery and installation take? For most models, count on 5-8 weeks after ordering. A limited number of standard models can be delivered faster (2-3 weeks) — ask at quote stage. Installation by our own team: 1-2 days on site, depending on the model. The foundation must be ready beforehand (not in our scope).
What if I find the garden house cheaper elsewhere? With our lowest price guarantee we match any demonstrably better price for a comparable model. Just send us the competitor’s quote.
Do you have reviews? We currently have 4,9 stars across 61 Google reviews for Bear Wood Belgium. The full review history is on our Google profile page.
A Kempen garden? Send a photo and dimensions. We will help with the natural integration.
