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What is a private mausoleum?

Published: April 16, 2025 | Updated: April 16, 2025

Introduction to Mausoleums

A mausoleum is a standalone structure designed to enclose the grave, tomb, or burial chamber of a loved one, including options like chapel mausoleum and walk in mausoleums.

A garden mausoleum is an above-ground burial structure that allows visitors to pay their respects from the outdoors, with each crypt opening to the outside.

A community mausoleum is designed to house the remains of multiple individuals, allowing for public access. Options range from single and double crypts to private family crypts, walk-in chapels, outdoor garden mausoleums, classically styled vestibules, Westminster family crypts, and cemetery-owned walk-in or outdoor mausoleums.

Estate walk-in mausoleums are private, walk-in structures that provide a serene and reflective space for family members visiting their loved ones.

Every mausoleum can be fully customized in shape, style, and color, with a selection of decorative embellishments to create a personalized tribute.

In this article, we examine the defining features of a private mausoleum, detailing its purpose, design, and significance. Whether you’re considering one for yourself, a loved one, your family, or simply seeking to understand the details and customization options, this guide will provide valuable insight.

What is a private mausoleum?

When referring to a private mausoleum, choosing this option is a profoundly personal decision. “Private” signifies that the structure is exclusively designated for a specific individual, couple, or family rather than being part of a communal or public mausoleum. This exclusivity ensures a secluded and personalized resting place, often within a cemetery or even private property.

Private mausoleums offer a high level of customization in design, materials, and decorative adornments, allowing families to create a unique and lasting memorial to their loved ones. A mausoleum designed for a family or individual showcases specific architectural styles and features that reflect personal tastes, crafted thoughtfully to honor the deceased while also serving as a lasting memorial.

What is the purpose of a private mausoleum?

The purpose of a private mausoleum is to provide a secure, dignified, and lasting resting place for the remains of the deceased, offering exclusivity, privacy, and personalization. Unlike communal mausoleums, private mausoleums reflect the family’s legacy, values, interests and aesthetic preferences through customized architecture, materials, and decorative elements. These mausoleums ensure that future generations can appreciate and maintain the family’s resting place.

Private mausoleums also serve as a place of remembrance, allowing loved ones to visit in a serene and intimate setting. Additionally, these structures are expertly built to withstand the elements, providing long-term protection and preserving integrity.

What is the standard size for a private mausoleum?

There is no “standard” mausoleum size. If you are installing a mausoleum at a cemetery, we recommend that families consult with the cemetery beforehand to ensure they select a mausoleum size that meets its requirements. Large family mausoleums can accommodate multiple family members in a singular structure, offering customizable design options such as a decorative entrance door, stained glass windows, and private spaces for reflection.

What kind of mausoleums are private mausoleums?

At Dio + Co., private mausoleums are custom-designed, above-ground burial structures intended exclusively for individuals or families. A walk-in mausoleum offers a private indoor space for family members, providing a sheltered environment for reflection and prayer. Within these structures, a mausoleum crypt houses the remains of the deceased, maintaining family connections and memories.

Single Crypt Mausoleums: Designed for one individual, these structures can be freestanding vaults, garden mausoleums with external openings, or walk-in chapel mausoleums that provide space for personal artifacts and offer enhanced privacy for visitors. These crypts can also hold cremation urns, offering flexibility for families choosing cremation.
Double Crypt Mausoleums: Intended for two individuals, such as spouses, these mausoleums can be configured as above-ground burial vaults, garden mausoleums, or walk-in chapel mausoleums. They allow loved ones to rest together in a shared space and can accommodate both traditional caskets and cremation urns.
Private Family Multi-Crypt Mausoleums: These larger structures accommodate multiple family members and serve as a collective memorial, enabling families to be buried together. These custom mausoleums are highly customizable, reflecting the family’s legacy and preferences. These mausoleum crypts can also be designed to hold cremation urns, providing various interment options.

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What is the cost of a private mausoleum?

Personalized, private mausoleum pricing starts at approximately $15,000 for a single crypt mausoleum, $22,000 for a double crypt mausoleum, and $35,000 for a family multi-crypt mausoleum. However, the cost of a private family mausoleum can vary significantly based on several factors.

The price of a private mausoleum varies based on the size of the structure, design complexity, and customization. For detailed mausoleum pricing information, visit our pricing page.

The total price typically covers a fully personalized design, construction, shipping, and delivery. Here are some design options that impact the total cost of a private mausoleum.

Size
Color of granite
Quality of granite
Style
Texture
Craftsmanship

Can I put a mausoleum on private property?

In short, the answer is yes.

A home burial offers a profoundly personal and intimate way to honor a loved one, allowing for a private ceremony and a final resting place on your property. It provides the unique comfort of keeping your loved one close for as long as you own the land while also granting greater flexibility in the customization and design of the mausoleum.

Additionally, a private property burial is often more affordable than purchasing and maintaining a gravesite at a cemetery. Most local zoning laws dictate specific regulations on home burials, including the required distance from neighboring properties, grave depth, and proximity to water sources. While these regulations must be followed, they generally do not prevent home burials.

Funeral directors are well-versed in state and local burial laws and can help navigate the legal process, ensuring compliance with all necessary statutes and regulations. While many states permit private property burials without professional assistance, it is essential to familiarize yourself with the specific legal requirements in your area to ensure a smooth and respectful process.

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Mausoleum Maintenance

Maintaining a mausoleum is typically less demanding than a traditional burial plot. There is no need for regular lawn care or grave upkeep, making it a more convenient option for many families. However, mausoleums do require periodic maintenance to ensure they remain in good condition over time.

Maintenance tasks for a mausoleum can include cleaning the exterior and interior, inspecting the structure for damage, and making necessary repairs. Depending on a family’s preferences, this upkeep can be managed by a cemetery or a private company. Some families may also choose to take care of the maintenance themselves, ensuring the mausoleum remains a beautiful and lasting tribute to their loved ones.

Regular maintenance is essential to extend the lifespan of the mausoleum and preserve its appearance. Following the manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations for maintenance can help ensure the structure remains in good condition. By keeping up with these tasks, families can ensure their mausoleum continues to honor the memory of the deceased for generations to come.

Private Mausoleum Construction

The construction of a private mausoleum involves several key steps, starting with the design and planning phase. The process typically begins with a consultation with a mausoleum designer or builder to discuss the family’s preferences, needs, and budget. During this phase, the designer will create a custom design for the mausoleum, taking into account the site where it will be built and any specific requirements the family may have.

Once the design is finalized, the construction process can begin. This can take serval months, depending on the design’s complexity and the mausoleum’s size. Specialized skills and equipment, such as crane rental and experienced staff members, may be required to ensure the mausoleum is built to the highest standards.

Overall, the construction of a private mausoleum is a significant undertaking, but it offers a dignified and enduring way to commemorate the lives of loved ones.

Who can I contact to discuss a private mausoleum?

At Dio + Co., our dedicated cemetery planning advisors are here to guide you through selecting and purchasing a double crypt mausoleum. With a focus on thoughtful guidance and timely solutions, we aim to make your experience seamless and meaningful. The average design and construction time for a private family mausoleum typically ranges from 3 to 12 months, so planning ahead is essential.

Private mausoleums can be tailored to reflect the deceased’s personal achievements and accomplishments, special hobbies, interests, and cultural or religious symbols. If you have any questions about a private mausoleum or any of our other structures, we’re happy to help. Feel free to reach out—we look forward to assisting you.