Here's how the Oxford Dictionary defines a man cave:
noun HUMOROUS
"a room or other part of a home used by a man as a place to relax and pursue hobbies away from the rest of the family.
"a man cave equipped with a pool table and pinball machine"
In other words, it's a place a bloke can get some peace and quiet, play with his toys and chew the fat with his mates.
Whether you’re looking to escape the grandkids or watch the Raiders in peace and quiet, we’ve come up with a comprehensive list of man caves that tick all the boxes, ideal for playing pool, the tunes you like on the juke box and hanging the framed footy jersey you got at a local trivia night.
This property’s man cave is a secret segregated space set back on the large block that ticks a lot of boxes, car access - check, storage- check, trophy cabinet- check.
Nestled at the foothills of Mount Taylor on a leafy secluded block, a sanctuary sans distractions, distanced away from neighbours: perfect for a musician or an enthusiastic sports spectator.
This property is just minutes from the Woden and Tuggeranong town centres with a neat neutral interior ready for you to inject your personal style.
Privacy: 9/10
Amenities: 6/10
Trophy space: 8/10
This affordable three-bedroom home in Cooma, just an hour from the centre of Canberra, comes complete with an impressive indoor/outdoor man cave.
The alfresco area is perfect for a cards table for your next euchre tournament. The space is equipped with ample power, perfect for rigging up a TV or setting up some decks for a dance party.
The sizeable garage is set up for tinkering with an old Holden and an adjoining storage space could house the family’s Christmas decorations or become a sneaky home brewery.
Privacy: 7/10
Amenities: 2/10
Trophy space: 9/10
This quaint coastal cottage in the south coast township of Narooma has easy access to a rear retreat.
A hobbyist's dream, evoking visions of a pottery barn, model train workshop or just a cosy quiet reading space providing solace and calm from the hustle and bustle of the main house.
A sun-drenched deck overlooking the property's gardens is also ready for relaxation. This flat and low maintenance property is perfect for retirees or first home buyers.
Privacy: 6/10
Amenities: 2/10
Trophy space: 7/10
This show-stopping home has a beautiful mix of modern comfort and traditional style including timber floors, barn doors and a butcher block. Did we mention it's on a 24 acre property?!
The man cave is a highlight with kitchen facilities, a bedroom and not one but two adjacent workshops (okay so it's technically a one-bedroom studio).
Large timber framed windows and high vaulted ceilings make this the most stylish man cave we have on the market. Plenty of space for your mates to bring their swags for a sleepover, speedos for a dip in the pool, or they can just stop by to enjoy the serenity.
Privacy: 10/10
Amenities: 9/10
Trophy space: 9/10
This man cave has front access to the driveway, meaning guests can stroll straight in, as well as rear access to the property’s pool, spa and covered outdoor space.
It’s giving chilled out den vibes, with space for your second drinks fridge and just a short stroll to stoke your outdoor fire. The immaculate lawn, Tesla power station, hidden loft bed and multiple swimming options push this property up into a new level of cool.
Privacy: 4/10
Amenities: 7/10
Trophy space: 6/10
By Bree Element