A tied cottage is a housing unit that is provided by an employer to their employee as part of their work contract. However, there are several synonyms for the term "tied cottage", including company housing, staff accommodation, and employer-provided housing. Company housing is provided by companies to their employees, typically in remote locations or areas with housing shortages. Staff accommodation is similar to company housing and is functional for staff to stay when away from home. Employer-provided housing refers to houses or flats provided by employers for employees to live in, either rent-free or for a reduced rate. Regardless of the term used, tied cottages provide an essential service to companies and employees alike.