Maisonettes also mimic house from the outside. In most cases they have a garden and sometimes even a garage too, which makes them ideal for families! However, the garden can either be shared with others in the building or soley belong to the maisonette, so it's worth checking a property's tenure and plans.

Do maisonettes have private gardens?

The upper maisonette will a separate entrance and its own staircase, and may also feature its own access to a private garden at the rear.

What is the difference between a maisonette and a house?

But what is the difference between a maisonette and a house? A house can have different shapes and sizes and usually is an independent property, while a maisonette property is a flat that most often has a separate door to the outside in the same building with other types of properties.