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Large 2 Bay Stable Shed Design

Steel two-bay horse stable with three-panel yoke gates and reinforced ply lining inside a converted rural shed
Horse Stable, Retrofit Stable
4m ร— 5m ร— 2.4m
Base Model
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"Amazing service and quality for my stable fit-out. Fabulous service especially how quickly they got my stable panels and installed so quickly."
Jodie Thompson
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Summary

A rural shed conversion into a two-bay steel stable with reinforced ply panels and upgraded yoke gates. Provides safe, strong housing for recovery and daily use.

Everyday Horse Care, Rehab Stables
  • 01/03/2024
  • Beaudesert
  • 1 day Guerilla Crew

Build It Your Way

3 Panel Indoor Retrofit – 2 Bay Horse Stable

  • 8m x 5m (40mยฒ)

A Shed Conversion Designed Around Horse Recovery and Long-Term Care

When Jodie’s mare needed a quiet, secure place to recover, building a new stable wasn’t the best option. Instead, we transformed an underused shed on the Beaudesert property into a dedicated two-bay stable that provided the protection, airflow and safe handling needed during recovery.

Working within the existing building, we installed two spacious 4m ร— 5m stable bays anchored to the concrete slab. Every panel was customised to suit the shed’s layout, creating a professional stable fit-out without altering the structure itself. The result is a purpose-built recovery space that continues to serve as practical everyday stabling long after the mare’s rehabilitation.

A Horse Stable Layout Built Around Recovery

Recovering horses have different needs to healthy horses. The design focused on creating a calm, secure environment that was easy to manage every day.

  • Two spacious 4m ร— 5m stable bays within an 8m ร— 5m indoor layout.
  • Plenty of room for safe movement during recovery and ongoing care.
  • Wide yoke-style swing gates make handling, veterinary visits and daily access straightforward.
  • A flexible layout that now serves as permanent stabling after the recovery period.

An Existing Shed Turned Into a Professional Stable

Rather than starting again, the existing shed became the foundation for a purpose-built horse stable.

  • Fully welded steel stable panels fitted within the existing building.
  • Custom installation to suit the shed’s dimensions and structural layout.
  • Anchored directly to the existing concrete slab.
  • A clean, permanent finish that feels like part of the original building.

A Comfortable Stable Environment in Every Season

Good recovery depends on more than shelter alone. Ventilation, safety and a calm environment all played an important role in this project.

  • Full-height ply kickboards provide impact protection and reduce drafts around resting horses.
  • Mesh upper panels maintain natural airflow while keeping the stable open and well ventilated.
  • Open sightlines help horses remain aware of their surroundings without compromising containment.
  • The enclosed shed provides reliable protection from Queensland’s changing weather while maintaining fresh air throughout the stable.

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  • Paddock donkeys or horses needing a dry retreat.
  • Shared livestock shelters for goats, ponies, or alpacas.
  • Small acreage owners wanting low-maintenance structures.
  • Open pasture zones lacking adequate shade or shelter.

Upgrade ideas to adapt this 2-bay indoor retrofit for wetter paddocks, higher rainfall regions, or expanded functionality.

Add front gates or half-height doors for full enclosure.

Install additional front-facing swing or split gates to create a fully enclosed stable front, improves security for recovery horses and provides better wind control inside open rural sheds.

Anchor to a concrete slab.

Upgrade the foundation to a poured slab with solid bolted anchors. Creating an elevated platform, ideal for wetter paddocks or flood-prone blocks, increases long-term stability and simplifies wash-down cleaning.

Add a tack or feed room extension module.

Enclose one side of the shed with a modular steel storage bay, creates secure gear storage without altering the primary stable footprint and maintains a unified roofline.

Stable Configurations
ComponentDescriptionEst. Cost
Retro Fit Panel Kit2 Bay 5m x 4m Modular Stable systemKit
Front Panels(2x) 4m with Yoke Half swing gate/latch5100
Panels(1x) 5m Ply Mesh Combination Panels1500
Anchors(2x) Anchor Kit200
Total6,800

Retrofit note: please enquire with your specifications for custom fit and anchoring to your existing structure. Internal half height kick board for structure walls & custom fabrication for window protection also available.

Outdoor Installation per bay | Standard 550; Large 700; XLarge 850;

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Every Guerrilla Steel project follows a simple principle: build once, build right. The process focuses on practical planning, precision manufacturing, and long-term durability so the stable becomes a lasting assetโ€”whether you plan to use it as a permanent structure or relocate and reconfigure the modular panels later.

  1. Design & Planning

    The process begins with choosing the right configuration for your property, horses, and daily workflow. Stable size, layout, ventilation, and site access are considered so the structure works with your land and long-term plans.

  2. Precision Manufacturing

    Each stable is fabricated in the Guerrilla Steel workshop using Australian RHS steel framing, welded panels, and durable roofing materials. Manufacturing in a controlled environment ensures consistency, strength, and long service life.

  3. Delivery & Installation

    Modular panels are delivered ready for assembly. Many customers install the system themselves using the DIY friendly flat-pack design, while others choose professional installation. Either way, the modular system keeps the build straightforward and predictable.

  4. Ownership & Maintenance

    Once installed, the stable becomes part of the propertyโ€™s working infrastructure. Routine checks, cleaning, and occasional maintenance keep the structure performing for decades while protecting the horses inside.

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What's your starting point?

This helps us understand your project type

๐Ÿ—๏ธ New build โ€” Starting from scratch
๐Ÿš๏ธ Retrofit โ€” I have an existing shed/barn
โ“ Not sure yet โ€” Exploring options

How many horses?

How many horses will this stable accommodate?

1๏ธโƒฃOne horse
2๏ธโƒฃTwo horses
3๏ธโƒฃThree horses
4๏ธโƒฃFour horses
5๏ธโƒฃ+Five or more

What size/type are your horses?

This helps us recommend the right stable size

๐ŸดPony (under 14 hands)
๐ŸดStandard (14โ€“16 hands)
๐ŸดLarge/Draft (16+ hands)
๐ŸคฐFoaling/Maternity needs
๐Ÿ”€Mixed sizes
โ“Not sure yet

What surface will it sit on?

This affects anchoring recommendations

๐Ÿ—๏ธConcrete slab โ€” Already have it
๐ŸŸคDirt/Gravel pad โ€” Need to prepare
๐ŸŒฑGrass/Soft ground โ€” Natural surface
โ“Not decided yet

What's your biggest climate concern?

We'll suggest the right upgrades for your conditions

โ˜€๏ธHot summers โ€” Need maximum airflow
โ˜”Heavy rain โ€” Need weather protection
๐ŸŒฌ๏ธStrong winds โ€” Need solid sides
โœ…Mild/Balanced โ€” Standard coverage fine

Planning any additions?

This helps with layout recommendations

๐Ÿ Yes โ€” Want tack room on the side
๐ŸšฟYes โ€” Want wash bay attached
๐Ÿ—๏ธYes โ€” Want both eventually
โŒNo โ€” Just stables for now
โ“Maybe later โ€” Not sure yet