Aries 96: A House-Like Two-Bedroom Cabin Kit
The Aries 96 is a larger, modern A-frame inspired cabin model designed for buyers who prefer a more conventional, house-like layout. It combines an entry-level bedroom and bathroom with a second bedroom and bathroom in the loft.
Unlike compact cabin layouts that place all sleeping areas upstairs, the Aries 96 provides a dedicated bedroom on the main floor. This makes the model suitable for private cabins, guest accommodation, and projects where easier access to a bedroom is important.
Interior Floor Area
The Aries 96 provides approximately 69.4 m² / 747 sq ft of net interior floor area. The exterior deck is stated separately and is not included in the interior-area figure.
- Main Floor: Approximately 46.5 m² / 500 sq ft of net interior floor area.
- Loft: Approximately 22.9 m² / 247 sq ft of net interior floor area.
- Total Net Interior Area: Approximately 69.4 m² / 747 sq ft.
- Deck: Approximately 18 m² / 194 sq ft, stated separately from the interior floor area.
Two-Bedroom, Two-Bathroom Layout
The floor plan distributes the bedrooms and bathrooms between two levels, creating a more conventional residential arrangement than cabins with all sleeping areas located in the loft.
- Entry Level: Living and kitchen area, one dedicated bedroom, and one bathroom.
- Loft Level: A larger bedroom or sleeping area, one bathroom, and the stair landing.
The main-floor bedroom can be useful for guests who prefer not to use the stairs, while the upper level creates a more private second sleeping area. The final room arrangement should be confirmed from the current floor plan issued for the project.
Exterior Dimensions and Building Height
The Aries 96 has a tall two-level form with an exterior structural frame of approximately 6.30 × 8.10 m / 20'8" × 26'7". Foundation planning should always be based on the current project drawings rather than general website dimensions alone.
- Exterior Structural Frame: Approximately 6.30 × 8.10 m / 20'8" × 26'7".
- Structural Footprint: Approximately 51 m² / 549 sq ft.
- Maximum Height: Approximately 6.68 m / 21'11".
- Main-Floor Ceiling Height: Approximately 2.74 m / 9'0".
Final foundation dimensions, elevations, anchoring, structural connections, and site-specific requirements must be reviewed against the current project drawings and the requirements of the buyer’s local engineer.
What the Aries 96 Cabin Kit Includes
The Aries 96 is supplied as a prefabricated cabin kit rather than a completed turnkey building. It is a broader and more prepared package than a basic frame-only system, but local work and additional project components are still required.
What the standard kit includes:
- Factory-cut and labeled GLT structural components
- Prepared wall, partition, stair, and loft components
- Roof components and moisture-control materials
- Exterior building-envelope components supplied for the model
- Aluminum window and exterior-door joinery
- Interior doors and model-specific trim components
- Model-specific assembly drawings and documentation
The precise material scope is confirmed in the project quotation and the model-specific documentation supplied for the order.
Available Cabin Kit Options
Optional packages allow the Aries 96 kit to be adjusted to the project’s climate, foundation approach, interior finish level, and local construction plan.
- Dual-pane tempered or Low-E glazing packages
- Prefabricated wooden crawl-floor system
- Hardwood flooring
- Kitchen cabinets
- Assembly hardware package
- Insulation and model-specific configuration upgrades
Options are priced separately unless they are specifically listed as included in the customer’s quotation.
Items and Services Arranged Locally
Several parts of the completed building depend on the construction site, local codes, licensed trades, and permit requirements. These items are normally arranged by the buyer and the local project team.
- Site preparation and foundations
- Local engineering, permits, and stamped plans
- Insulation installation
- Plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems
- Local labor, equipment, lifting, and site access
- Appliances, sanitary fixtures, and final finishes
For a more detailed division between kit supply, optional packages, and locally completed work, review the Standard Cabin Kit Inclusion & Local Scope List .
Assembly and Project Planning
Factory preparation, labeled components, and model-specific drawings can reduce the amount of cutting, sorting, and measuring required during assembly. The actual construction schedule still depends on site conditions and the local team.
Crew size, equipment, foundation readiness, weather, site access, local modifications, and the intended finish level can all affect assembly time. Any published assembly period should therefore be understood as a planning reference rather than a fixed completion guarantee.
Where assembly periods are stated, they generally refer to structural or core-and-shell work under suitable conditions. They do not represent a guaranteed turnkey completion schedule.
Private Cabin and Short-Term Rental Use
The two-bedroom layout, distinctive exterior, and entry-level bedroom can make the Aries 96 suitable for private cabins, resort developments, and short-term rental projects.
The model can provide a useful physical starting point for a rental project, but the commercial performance of the completed property depends on factors outside the cabin manufacturer’s control.
Occupancy, nightly rates, guest reviews, and financial results are affected by location, seasonality, pricing, marketing, property management, and guest service. SolidCabin does not guarantee occupancy rates, review scores, or investment returns.
See a completed Aries 96 project: Review the construction process in the Arkansas Aries 96 case study .