NEW FOR 2026!
COVE
COVE
A compact, fully self-contained one-bedroom home. Open-plan kitchen and living, private bedroom — everything a single person needs, nothing they don't.
Starting at
$120k
(Essentials)
GROSS AREA
536
SQ FT
LIVING AREA
398
SQ FT
BEDROOM
1
76 SQ FT
BATHROOM
1
Net Zero Ready label applies to Complete Turnkey builds only. Essentials packages are engineered to the same performance standard.
OVERVIEW
Private. Efficient. The Granny Pod Built for Ontario Backyards.
Private. Efficient. The Granny Pod Built for Ontario Backyards.
Open-plan kitchen and living area with a private 96 sq ft bedroom — efficient, liveable, and easy to furnish for a single occupant.
Best suited for: singles, long-term rental, aging parents who want their own space, or multi-generational projects where one person lives on-site.
FLOOR PLAN
COVE Floor Plan — 398 sq ft Granny Pod Layout
COVE Floor Plan — 398 sq ft Granny Pod Layout
Click to Enlarge floor plan below
ROOM SUMMARY
Living Spaces
Living / Dining / Kitchen 224 sq ft
Pantry 6 sq ft
Private Spaces
Bedroom 76 sq ft
Closet I 15 sq ft
Closet II 6 sq ft
Bathroom 35 sq ft
Utility
Mechanical Room 18 sq ft
Total Livable Area 398 sq ft
If the layout and dimensions feel like a good fit, the next step is a quick 15-minute call to review details, answer questions, and confirm feasibility.
Takes 30 seconds • No commitment
BIRDSNEST
What Makes the Cove Granny Pod Different
What Makes the Cove Granny Pod Different
Feels bigger than it measures
Feels bigger than it measures
The open volume through the main floor reads as significantly more space than 787 sq ft suggests. A vaulted loft ceiling and open-plan living create the feel of a much larger home.
Premium rental positioning
Premium rental positioning
Loft layouts command top-tier short-term rental rates. The architectural character is a feature renters actively seek — and pay for. Two bedrooms on a separate level adds privacy that photographs well and rents better.
Storage that actually delivers
Storage that actually delivers
Both loft bedrooms include dedicated closets — 30 sq ft each. A differentiator in compact builds where storage is usually the first thing sacrificed.
Performs like a much larger build
Performs like a much larger build
787 sq ft with defined living and sleeping zones is a genuinely livable home. The largest model in the lineup for owners who plan to move in themselves and rent the main house.
OVERVIEW
Ready to See If This Granny Pod Fits Your Ontario Property?
Ready to See If This Granny Pod Fits Your Ontario Property?
One 15-minute call covers your site, your timeline, and your next step. No pressure. No obligation.
Takes 30 seconds • No commitment
Ready to go now?
PICK YOUR STARTING POINT
Choose the Granny Pod Package That Fits Your Project
Choose the Granny Pod Package That Fits Your Project
Every package is built on the same PHI-certified panels and the same high-performance envelope. The difference is how much of the project you want Quantum to own.
30-day superstructure delivery
Essentials Package
Essentials Package
Quantum manufactures, delivers, and installs the complete building envelope. You take it from there — with everything you need to hand off confidently to your own trades.
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QUANTUM PROVIDES:
PHI-certified panels delivered + installed
Foundation + slab (no geo-tech, no site survey)
Complete high-performance thermal envelope
Blower door test + airtightness sign-off
Thorough completion report
QC quality assurance checklist
Wall care guide for your trades
Most hands-off
Complete Turnkey
Complete Turnkey
Quantum acts as your General Contractor from first conversation to final walkthrough. Every trade. Every permit. Every stage. You decide to build — we handle everything that comes after.
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QUANTUM PROVIDES
PHI-certified panels + complete envelope
Foundation + slab (Includes geo-tech and site survey)
All mechanical systems — HVAC, electrical, plumbing
Complete interior finishes — drywall, flooring, paint, trim
Cabinetry, countertops + fixtures throughout
Every trade coordinated by Quantum
Final walkthrough + handover
Want Quantum's process and quality assurance without Quantum's crew?
Want Quantum's process and quality assurance without Quantum's crew?
Add the PM Package ($5,000) — material takeoff, QC checklist, timeline and permit guidance — or the PM Service ($15,000) — Quantum supports you finding and managing your local trades of choice. Available on Essentials package.
Granny Pod Standard Specs That Aren't Standard Anywhere Else
Granny Pod Standard Specs That Aren't Standard Anywhere Else
This Model Includes:
This Model Includes:
Duxton Triple-Pane Windows
No drafts. No cold spots. Quiet, stable interiors.
PHI-tested fiberglass casement windows designed for cold climates. Standard, not an upgrade.
In-Floor Heated Bathroom Tile
Warm floors first step out of the shower. Every morning.
Electric in-floor heating beneath ceramic tile — adding comfort where you notice it most.
All-Electric. One Bill.
No propane. No gas. No split systems.
Electric hot water, heating, and cooling. One system aligned with Net-Zero Ready targets.
ERV — Energy Recovery Ventilator
Fresh air. No heat loss.
Continuous fresh air exchange with heat recovery. Quiet, efficient, always running in the background.
Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pump
No furnace. No ductwork. No propane. Ever.
One quiet heat pump does all the work. No fossil fuels, no maintenance contracts.
PHI-Certified Cold-Climate Panels
PHI-certified cold-climate panels. Proven. Built to perform.
The panels are PHI-certified by the Passive House Institute — third-party verified for cold climates.
Standard exclusions — always told upfront:
Standard exclusions — always told upfront:
Site preparation · Foundation engineering · Service hookups (water, sewer, electrical to site) · Geotechnical work
"We walk you through what's outside before you sign. That conversation is part of the first call."
FINISHES
Quantum Trim Level — Standard Finish Package
Quantum Trim Level — Standard Finish Package
Exterior Cladding Double 4" horizontal vinyl siding
Roofing Architectural shingles — no 3-tab. Ice-and-water membrane at high-slope transitions.
Soffit + Fascia Aluminum vented soffit and aluminum fascia
Quantum Appliances Package Upgrade Add-On
French door refrigerator (30"), 30" freestanding electric range, stackable ventless washer/dryer tower. Not included in standard scope — available as an add-on or apply your Build It Better Credit.
French door refrigerator (30"), 30" freestanding electric range, stackable ventless washer/dryer tower. Not included in standard scope — available as an add-on or apply your Build It Better Credit.
Cabinetry Shaker-style, solid wood doors, MDF carcass, soft-close hinges and drawers throughout
Countertops Quartz — kitchen
Flooring — Dry Areas Floating click luxury vinyl plank (LVP)
Flooring — Wet Areas Ceramic tile with electric in-floor heating mat
Final selections guided by pricing and availability. Exterior colours fully customizable. Appliances available as an upgrade add-on — ask on your call or apply your $7,000 Build It Better Credit.
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Net Zero Ready label applies to Complete Turnkey builds only. Essentials packages are engineered to the same performance standard.
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What Quantum Homeowners Are Saying...
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We lose power often where we live, but the house holds its temperature so well that we don’t have to worry. Even during extreme heat, without air conditioning, the house stayed comfortable.
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Gail & Mike
Quantum Homeowner
The build process was surprisingly efficient. Seeing the panels come together so quickly, and being enclosed early, gave us confidence. Even during storms and power outages, the house holds its heat and stays comfortable
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Cathy and John
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Things didn’t always go as planned, but we always felt they had our backs. Whether resourcing alternate materials, working with subcontractors, or taking on more work, the whole team was talented and friendly.
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Marci & Alan
Quantum Homeowner
From a cost perspective, it was basically the same as building a traditional house at the time, but the efficiency is far better. Everything here is electric, and we only have one bill. In the winter it’s around $250 a month, and in the summer closer to $125—and that includes the spa. Before, we were paying thousands a year in propane alone.
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