n. An area of a house that a woman can decorate to her tastes and be alone to pursue her own projects and interests.
2011
But these days, women are chiseling out their own sanctuary, taking over a room, nook or even a closet and making it their "mom cave." A mom cave is the place where the woman who nurtures everyone goes to nurture herself, said Elaine Griffin, New York City interior designer.
2010
Roxanne Jacoby has a guest room in her Pennsylvania home that no guest has ever slept in. It’s really her Mom Cave. Outfitted with mementos and comfort items, it’s the only room in the house she really calls her own.
2007 (earliest)
[R]eal estate broker and author Mark Nash…calls them "man caves and mom caves" off-limits to other family members…."For women, it's a quiet space where they can read or write. But they still have the same theme: 'Don't bother me. I need time out from the relationship or the household.'"
The two available floor plans are both slightly larger than 2,300 square feet but also have front yards, walled courtyards and detached garages that include a second-story "man or woman cave" bonus room with a half bath.