Cottage Shed

Cottage Sheds for Sale in PA & OH

Charming Style. Practical Storage.

Cottage-Inspired Storage Built for Everyday Use

Gold Star Buildings builds handcrafted cottage sheds for sale in PA and OH, giving homeowners a practical storage building with a more distinctive backyard look.

Built by our family in Pennsylvania, each Cottage Shed features a salt-box roof with a wider front eave, creating a classic offset profile that looks right at home beside a house, garden, pool area, or backyard workspace. Use it for tools, lawn equipment, seasonal storage, hobbies, or a quiet space of your own.

Choose from available inventory, or plan a custom Cottage Shed with the size, siding, roofing, doors, windows, colors, and upgrades that fit your property.

Shop Our Sheds

Browse available Cottage Sheds from Gold Star Buildings, including current sizes, colors, pricing, and Rent-to-Own payment options. From there, you can request a quote or contact our family team to talk through delivery and next steps.

Current Cottage Shed Inventory

Standard Features & sizes

Would this building look good in your backyard? Please contact us today for a no obligation free quote. We’d be happy to help create the space that you need!

Custom Cottage Sheds in PA & OH

Gold Star builds custom Cottage Sheds for customers across PA and OH, with options that help your building fit your property, storage needs, and style. The Cottage Shed’s salt-box roof, wider front eave, and classic profile make it a practical choice for backyard storage, hobbies, poolside storage, or a quiet workspace.

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Practical Upgrades

Available upgrades may include:

  • Doors
  • Windows
  • Ramps
  • Ridge vents
  • Double-Bubble floor insulation
  • Heavy-duty flooring upgrades

Availability may vary by shed size and configuration, so our family team can help confirm final options when you request a quote.

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Exterior Style Options

Choose from exterior details that help your Cottage Shed look right at home on your property, including:

  • Pressure-treated 5/8″ wood siding
  • LP SmartSide siding
  • Metal siding
  • Shingle or metal roof choices
  • Shutters
  • Flower boxes
  • Roofing and siding color choices

Choose Your Cottage Shed Colors

Match your shed to your property with available asphalt shingle colors, metal roofing colors, and siding options.

Asphalt Shingle Colors

Metal Roofing Colors

NOTE: Colors in photos are not exact. Sizes are approximate. Some buildings are shown with options. Limited Lifetime Warranty on exterior treated wood only, and is non-transferable. Prices and specifications are subject to change without prior notice at the discretion of Gold Star Buildings.

Our Recent Shed Projects in PA & OH

Rent-To-Own Cottage Sheds

The right Cottage Shed should fit your property, your plans, and your budget. Gold Star’s Rent-to-Own program gives you a way to start using your shed now while making manageable monthly payments over time.

With no credit check required, our family team can help you compare your options and choose a payment path that works for your situation.

Cottage Shed Delivery in PA & OH

Gold Star delivers sheds across western Pennsylvania, eastern Ohio, and nearby communities. Our custom hauling equipment helps us place your shed safely on your prepared site.

We serve areas near Pittsburgh, Millcreek, Meadville, Oil City, Erie, Hermitage, Butler, Cranberry Township, New Castle, Boardman, Warren, Youngstown, and surrounding communities.


Before You Order

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How to Place an Order

Request a free estimate online, call 724-253-2771, or visit a dealer location. When you’re ready to order, we’ll help finalize the details and collect the required deposit or first month’s Rent-to-Own payment.

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Site Preparation

A level, prepared site helps your shed stay in better condition long-term. We recommend preparing a shed base that is 1 foot wider and longer than the building.

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Free Delivery

Free delivery is available within 25 miles of an authorized Gold Star Buildings dealer. For locations beyond 25 miles, a per-mile delivery charge may apply.

Cottage Shed FAQs

Gold Star’s Cottage Shed offers practical backyard storage with a more finished, home-like look.

Key features include:

  • Salt-box roof design with an offset roofline
  • Wider front eave than the back
  • Decorative style compared to a basic utility shed
  • Useful for everyday storage needs

These customizable sheds are available in standard sizes from 8×12 to 12×32.

Yes. A Cottage Shed can be used for common backyard storage needs.

Common uses include:

  • Lawn equipment
  • Garden tools
  • Seasonal décor
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Household overflow items
  • Campground storage

Permit requirements in Pennsylvania depend on your local township, borough, or city.

General guidance:

  • Pennsylvania’s Uniform Construction Code may exempt some detached residential accessory structures under 1,000 square feet
  • Local ordinances can change or add requirements
  • Zoning approval, setbacks, and placement rules may still apply
  • Always confirm with your local building or zoning office before installation

Shed permit requirements in Ohio vary by local jurisdiction.

General guidance:

  • Ohio’s residential code sometimes exempts one-story detached storage sheds up to 200 square feet
  • Local zoning approval may still be required
  • Some cities use different size thresholds
  • Always check with your local Ohio building or zoning department before ordering or installing a shed

The right Cottage Shed size depends on what you plan to store and how much usable space you want inside.

Smaller Cottage Sheds can work well for:

  • Garden tools
  • Push mowers
  • Seasonal décor
  • Small backyard storage needs

Larger Cottage Sheds may be better for:

  • Riding mowers
  • Bulky outdoor equipment
  • Patio furniture
  • Multi-use storage
  • More open walking space

Gold Star’s customizable sheds are available in standard sizes from 8×12 to 12×32.

Yes. Gold Star Buildings serves customers in western Pennsylvania, eastern Ohio, and nearby communities.

Gold Star has featured Cottage Sheds in areas such as:

Visit our Featured Projects page to see more of our work!

Ready to Plan Your Cottage Shed?

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Features & Options

Standard Features

  • Exposed nails are galvanized to prevent rust spots or weather stains.
  • The doors are reinforced with 2x4s for increased strength and include a keyed latch for your protection.
  • Buildings have 40 yr. metal roofing or limited lifetime architectural shingles and aluminum drip edge
  • All exposed lumber is pressure treated to prevent termite damage and rotting. This includes our large 4x6 runners, floor joists, plywood floor, trim, and T1-11 siding.
  • A series of air vents are positioned to create optimal air circulation and temperature control.
  • Building sizes are measured from outside wall to outside wall - not eave to eave as some competitors.
  • Buildings are sprayed with wood sealer to help retain their new look longer.
  • Buildings are built with black hardware including decorative, heavy-duty hinges.
  • Gold Star Buildings will match any competitor’s price on equal quality buildings with official proof of competitor prices and matching features.

Learn More about Our High Quality Shed Features

Single Wood Door - 36 inch$95
Single Wood Door - 48 inch$110
Double Wood Doors - 72 inch$165
Double Wood Doors - 96 inch$225
Wood Loft Door$50
Fiberglass Door - 36 inch$350
Fiberglass Door w/Window - 36 inch$425
Garage Door - 9ft W x 6.5ft H$750
Garage Door - 9ft W x 7ft H$750
Window - 24x36$90
Shutters (per set)$30
Flower Box - 24 inch$40
Heavy-Duty Ramp - 4' x 4'$110
Heavy-Duty Ramp - 6' x 4'$145
Heavy-Duty Ramp - 9' x 4'$265
Ridge Vent - (per linear ft)$5.50
Double-Bubble Floor Insulation70¢ per sq. ft.
Metal Siding and Roofingadd 5% to base cost
Metal Roofingno extra charge
Extra-Height Wallsadd 10% to base cost*
Heavy-Duty Floor - 3/4 inch plywood - 12 inch O.C. floor joists$1 per sq. ft.**

* Lofted Barn and Lofted Garden Shed may be subject to additional DOT permit charge
** Garages are already priced with Heavy-Duty Floor

Asphalt Shingle Colors

Metal Roofing Colors

NOTE: Colors in photos are not exact. Sizes are approximate. Some buildings are shown with options. Limited Lifetime Warranty on exterior treated wood only, and is non-transferable. Prices, and specifications are subject to change without prior notice at the discretion of Gold Star Buildings.

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FREE Delivery!

If your delivery location is within 25 miles of an authorized Gold Star Buildings dealer, you'll receive FREE shipping! For locations over 25 miles, a $3 per mile charge will be added.

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Site Preparation

A prepared, level site is highly recommended for all buildings. It will keep a building in better condition long-term. Be sure to build a shed base that is 1 foot wider and longer than the building.

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How to Place an Order

You can begin by requesting a Free Estimate online or by calling 724-253-2771. When you are ready to order, simply call us to finalize the order or visit a dealer location. We will ask for a deposit of 10% or, if rent-to-own, the first month's rent.

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