Nestled between Copperhill and McCaysville, GA in the Blue Ridge Mountains is a new vacation home community — Ocoee Mountain Cottages.
With the help of Bo Olgesby and Dave Toole, this 43-acre site hopes to bring a new type of luxury living in a more affordable way, with the use of modern park mobile homes.
Olgesby said they noticed the Blue Ridge, GA area was becoming crowded and pricey and wanted work around the area by choosing the up-and-coming city of Copperhill.
What does an affordable vacation home mean? Olgesby + Toole broke down the numbers of the surrounding area and said on average, homes are going for $500,000 to $700,000. With Ocoee Mountain Cottages, the homes range from $140,000 to $200,000.
The pair also said to maintain the outdoor living appeal, only about 40% of the entire site will be developed + the rest will be preserved in its natural state.
Each model comes equipped with a full kitchen with modern appliances, spacious rooms, outdoor spaces, electric fireplaces, and are energy efficient. You’ll have opportunities to upgrade the units as well, but let’s take a look at the foundations.
Cottage styles
The Swayback | $140,000+
2 BD | 1 BA | 394 sqft
This farmhouse-inspired living space that can sleep six features a private loft area, a modern kitchen, and a cozy porch.
The Coldwater | $140,000+
2 BD | 1 BA | 395 sqft
With an open concept living room, dining area + kitchen, this design gives homeowners a chance to host indoors and outdoors with a roomy porch and room for six guests to sleep.
The Cheaha | $140,000+
2 BD | 1 BA | 397 sqft
True to its namesake meaning “high place,” this option can comfortably sleep four, offering more privacy in the bedrooms + features an office nook with a bookshelf (perfect for those who have to travel with their work).
The Desoto | $140,000+
2 BD | 1 BA | 394 sqft
Wake up to the beautiful surrounding sights in this rustic + farmhouse-style model that has 24 windows, bringing “the outdoor living experience inside” and sleeps four guests.
Wanting more than just a virtual tour? Come out for the open house on Saturday, July 6 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., or schedule a tour at your convenience.