September, 2026
Introducing Bungalow in a Box
A Temporary Home, Delivered To Your Doorstep
When you can’t leave home during repairs, we bring a home to you. Rapid Relocate’s new Bungalow in a Box is a fully-equipped, two-bedroom folding bungalow available for hire exclusively through us, ready to install on your own property while restoration works are completed.
The Idea: Thinking Outside The Box
We pride ourselves on forward-thinking solutions and a genuine commitment to going beyond the expected. That’s why we’re delighted to introduce Bungalow in a Box (BIAB).
A smart alternative accommodation solution available to hire exclusively through Rapid Relocate, BIAB is designed for customers displaced from their homes when traditional relocation simply isn’t practical. In partnership with PrefabX, we’re offering the two-bedroom Flip Classic bungalow: a comfortable, high-quality temporary home that can be installed quickly and efficiently while repairs or reinstatement works are completed.
BIAB is particularly suited to complex claims, scenarios where traditional accommodation options are unsuitable, unavailable, or where customers simply cannot leave their property. Installed directly on the customer’s own land, the bungalow enables them to remain safely onsite while works are completed, helping them maintain their routines and minimise disruption during what is already a challenging time.
What You Get: A Smarter Temporary Home
The BIAB is a beautifully designed two-bedroom bungalow. It arrives prefabricated and folds out on-site. Once placed, our expert installers ensure all joints are sealed and the bungalow is fully water tight, connect the water and electricity, before the keys are handed over. The whole unit is built for year-round comfort, energy efficiency, and consistency of stay.
Fully integrated kitchen
Everything you need for day-to-day cooking, installed to customers’ prefered layout and ready to use.
Modern shower room
Waterproofed to the highest standard with PVC interior panels and a water trap.
Bright open-plan living
Spacious, light-filled living area that feels like home, not a temporary measure.
Triple-glazed windows
High insulation keeps the unit warm in winter and cool in summer.
Skirting board heating
An efficient, space-saving heating system that runs along the room perimeter.
Flexible modular design
Extra units can be linked together if additional bedroom or living space is required.
Hard-wired safety systems
Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors included as standard, with Bluetooth alerts.
Fast onsite setup
Delivered, unfolded, sealed and plugged in. Utility conections completed before keys are handed over.
The Bungalow in a Box features two bedrooms, a shower room, kitchen, and living room. The unit measures 6700mm in length, 5960mm in width and 2548mm in height. The structure has an estimated 50-year service life and is available with a minimum hire period of three months.
Built To Last: High-strength Construction
The Flip Classic is the first mass-produced, highly integrated prefabricated housing unit, built to New Zealand safety standards, which meet or exceed all UK requirements. Its fire safety performance provides twice the fire resistance required under UK regulations (achieving a one-hour fire resistance rating and certification), providing enhanced safety and peace of mind.
Pricing: All Quotes Are Fully Inclusive
There are no hidden costs. Every quote for a Bungalow in a Box includes the complete end-to-end service from the moment we deliver to the moment we collect.
- Delivery to site
- Installation & full setup
- Quarterly routine maintenance
- Decommissioning & removal
All installations are subject to a site assessment to verify property access, available space, and site suitability for safe and successful placement.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is planning permission required, and do you carry out a site inspection beforehand?
Planning permission is not required when the bungalow is used as temporary accommodation at your own home. A full site inspection is carried out before installation to confirm suitability, access, and the best positioning for the bungalow.
- What utilities does the bungalow need, and who connects the water and electricity?
The bungalow connects directly to existing on-site water and electricity supplies. Each unit is pre-wired with its own fuse board and includes two wastewater outlets: one for toilet waste and one for non-toilet wastewater. Qualified electricians connect the power supply using armoured cables, and all utility connections are completed before the keys are handed over.
- Where can the bungalow be installed?
It can be installed on both grass and hard surfaces, including driveways and gardens, and positioned at the front, side, or rear of a property. We recommend at least 1 metre of access space around the full perimeter. The bungalow can also be installed on someone else’s property or land if full written permission is given from the land or property owner.
- Is the bungalow fully insulated and durable enough for year-round use and bad weather?
Yes. The bungalows are fully insulated and designed for comfortable, year-round living in all UK weather conditions. They are built using high-quality materials and comply with all relevant UK regulations, ensuring strong durability and resilience in a wide range of weather situations.
- Is the bungalow suitable for a wheelchair user?
Unfortunately, the BIAB is not suitable for wheelchair users, and cannot be adapted. As the bungalows are prefabricated and manufactured with standard door frames and layouts, they cannot be modified to provide full wheelchair accessibility. However, where appropriate, features such as handrails and grab rails can be installed to support residents with additional mobility needs. For those requiring a fully wheelchair-accessible solution, we offer alternative stay-at-home accommodation options that may be more suitable.
To find out more about our Bungalow in a Box, request a copy of the brochure, or read our BIAB case study, please contact the Rapid Relocate team today.
