Having an isolated place to hang out with the guys is always better than crowding the living room when your other half planned for their own me-time. So, if you have a big enough backyard, a man cave is the best alternative. Not only will it offer you peace and quiet when needed, but it will also be the place where you can enjoy your favorite pastime with the guys. Whether you have a band that occasionally gathers to play or you enjoy the arcade, building a man cave will offer the ever-needed retreat without paying for a weekend away from home. Check out the following list of man cave ideas for some inspiration.
A man cave bar
Do you like to spend summer evenings sipping on cold beer and catching up with the guys? No need to head to the bar, all you need for a relaxing night with your guys is a bar man cave. Think about converting a part of your patio into an enclosed bar for the gang. Think high bar chairs, a bar equipped with spirits, wine, beer, and beverages you and your friends love indulging in. Whether you plan to watch a sports game or hang out after a long working week, a bar man cave will be the best getaway to chill out and catch up. Install skylights for the ultimate bar-like ambience.
Movie theatre getaway
What better way to watch the newest film premiere or binge-watch your favorite tv series than in your own at-home cinema. If your garage is currently a storage space, empty it and start the transformation into a private cinema. All you need is a sofa and a couple of armchairs, a coffee table, and a projector, and you’re ready to go. Over time, you can spruce it up with posters and better insulation alongside sound-proof walls for the ultimate movie theatre experience.
BBQ retreat
Barbequing with the fellas on a weekend is all you need to feel like your troubles are far away. If you’re thinking about a backyard/garage makeover, adding a BBQ retreat area will make your home the hotspot for all your friends. You can use flat-top gates to enclose the area and prevent the kids from entering without supervision. It will also be good protection against pets and keep the dog safe from all BBQ equipment. Invest in a quality BBQ and add a kitchen with a sink and fridge to keep all the food and drinks stored well and keep them cold.
Gaming sanctuary
Are you tired of your other half nagging about your gaming being too loud? Regardless of the reason, they’re annoyed, you will have more privacy and comfort in your own man cave. Just think about having a gaming room the size of a basement where no one could hear you and where you could have your little gaming empire with all equipment you need. Computers, tables, physical games – equip the room with all the games you enjoy and enjoy your next Dungeons and Dragons session in peace.
Arcade room
Flippers, snooker, darts, and blackjack table – that’s what we call an at-home casino we all need. For all the arcade lovers, building your entertainment room with all the popular arcade machines can be the best way to make your game room dream come true. If, as a child, you used to want to spend all your free time at an arcade, now that’s possible. You don’t even have to buy all the games on your own. Wait for Christmas, birthday, or other special occasion and ask for some of the game machines from friends or family. Get colorful lighting fixtures and install surround systems for background music to entertain everyone during game sessions.
Music area
Do you have a band? Well, you don’t have to keep renting a space to practice and spend your free time enjoying your hobby. If you have enough room in your backyard, build a music room to host all your music sessions with the band there. You can keep all the instruments inside the cave instead of having to carry them with you all over the city. Just make sure the room is well secured and locked when you’re not there.
Final thoughts
A man cave gives you the needed privacy and enjoyment you’ve been wanting to have for years. You can have your own retreat right in the comfort of your home, you need to decide what kind of a man cave you’d like to build. Whether you want a bar, a barbeque getaway or a music room, you will have a place of enjoyment that you and your friends will appreciate and enjoy hanging out at. Remember that creating a man cave may take longer than expected, but all the effort will be worth it once you create a place where you will make memories with your fellas.
