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πŸ“ˆ STR-Ready A-Frames and $10k Builder Incentives

Secure a permitted rental in Michigan, a furnished mountain retreat in CA, or a new VA build.

πŸͺ“ Today’s Pointy Picks: 5 A-Frames You’ll Want to Move Into

Every day, new A-frames hit the market across the U.S. β€” but these five? They’ve got the angles, the vibes, and the views.
From a scenic VA retreat to a Michigan STR, these are your daily dose of triangle-shaped temptation.

🌲 Lake Arrowhead "Treehouse" A-Frame – $599,000

3 Beds β€’ 2 Baths β€’ 1,800 sq ft β€’ 7,810 sq ft lot

✨ A sun-drenched "treehouse style" mountain retreat located on the north side of the lake, featuring coveted Lake Rights and a modern A-frame aesthetic.

  • 🌊 Lake Rights Included: Provides access to the private Lake Arrowhead, with close proximity to Tavern Bay Beach Club and the Village.

  • πŸ”οΈ Dramatic Architecture: Showcases soaring wood ceilings, beamed cathedral peaks, and massive A-frame windows that frame forest and mountain views.

  • πŸ›‹οΈ Turn-Key & Furnished: This home comes fully furnished, making it ready for immediate use as a vacation home or high-end rental.

  • 🎱 Entertainment Level: The lower level features a second living space with a stone fireplace, pool table, and direct access to the lower deck.

  • 🍳 Modern Mountain Kitchen: Fully updated with rich cabinetry, gold hardware, patterned tile backsplash, and high-end built-in appliances.

  • πŸ“ˆ Expansion Potential: Includes unfinished areas adjoining the storage room and below the deck, offering potential to expand or create a second unit.

⛰️ Panoramic Mountain View A-Frame – $575,000

3 Beds β€’ 3 Baths β€’ 1,672 sq ft β€’ 3.2 acres

✨ A meticulously maintained A-frame retreat tucked away on a private, dead-end lot, offering some of the most dramatic mountain views in the region.

  • πŸ”οΈ Postcard Views: Designed to frame incredible panoramic mountain vistas through soaring ceilings and the signature dramatic angles of A-frame architecture.

  • πŸ› οΈ Expansion Potential: Features a full unfinished walk-out basement with high ceilings, providing a massive footprint for future living space or specialized storage.

  • πŸ›Œ Main-Level Living: Thoughtfully laid out with two bedrooms and two bathrooms on the first floor, while the primary suite occupies the private second level.

  • πŸ”₯ Cozy Amenities: Includes a gas log fireplace in the living room, hardwood flooring, and vaulted ceilings that enhance the open, airy feel.

  • πŸš— Attached Garage: Rare for many mountain A-frames, this home includes an attached 2-car garage with an asphalt driveway and electric door opener.

  • 🌳 Private Acreage: Set on 3.2 private acres with mature landscaping, located at the end of a quiet street for ultimate tranquility.

🌊 Colorado Riverfront A-Frame Cabin – $245,000

2 Beds β€’ 1 Bath β€’ 1,020 sq ft β€’ 2.32 acres

✨ A rare opportunity to own a scenic riverfront retreat on the Colorado River, held by the same family for over 50 years.

  • 🎣 Prime Riverfront Access: Set on 2.32 acres with direct frontage on the Colorado River and located just a half-mile from the historic Regency Suspension Bridge.

  • 🏑 Classic A-Frame Design: A two-story layout featuring a cozy living room with a wood-burning fireplace, kitchen, and bedroom on the main floor.

  • πŸŒ… Spacious Upper Loft: The second floor features a large loft that opens onto an expansive patio/deck with views of the river bottom and acreage.

  • πŸ— Nature & Wildlife: The property is partially fenced (three sides) and features good tree cover with abundant native wildlife, providing a true Texas Hill Country atmosphere.

  • πŸ› οΈ Value-Add Potential: The cabin is being sold in need of TLC, offering a "blank canvas" for a weekend getaway, creative retreat, or short-term rental investment.

  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Central Location: Conveniently located approximately 2 hours from both Austin and the DFW area, near Colorado Bend State Park and local wineries.

🏠 Modern New Construction with A-Frame Detail – $446,400

3 Beds β€’ 2 Baths β€’ 1,740 sq ft β€’ 1.52 acres

✨ A stunning new construction home in the Elon Forest community, blending ranch-style convenience with a dramatic A-frame porch detail and high-end finishes.

  • πŸ’° Buyer Incentive: The builder is currently offering a $10,000 closing cost incentive to help make this new home a reality.

  • 🌲 Secluded Acreage: Tucked away on a 1.52-acre lot with a large, level backyard, located just minutes from the James River.

  • πŸ›οΈ Striking Curb Appeal: Features an exquisite $27 \times 8$ rocking chair front porch with composite decking and a detailed A-frame peak supported by beautiful columns.

  • πŸ’Ž Premium Interiors: Outfitted with luxury vinyl plank floors, upgraded soft-close cabinetry, upgraded quartz countertops, and a full stainless steel appliance package including the refrigerator.

  • πŸ”₯ Focal Point: The living area is anchored by a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, complemented by upgraded lighting throughout.

  • πŸ› οΈ Expansion Ready: Includes a full unfinished walk-out basement that is already plumbed for a future bathroom, offering massive potential for additional living space.

πŸ›ΆπŸ‘ $269,900 β€” an investor's price for an extended A-frame across from the St. Joseph River, explicitly pitched as a short-term rental.
✨ A massive 378 sqft loft + a private wooded lot = a high-occupancy vacation rental with confirmed township permitting for STRs.

⭐ Standouts
β€’ πŸ“ Prime river-adjacent location: across the street from the St. Joseph River
β€’ 🏠 Short-term rental: listing confirms STRs are permitted in Royalton Township
β€’ πŸ›οΈ High-capacity layout: two main-floor bedrooms plus a massive 378 sqft upstairs loft
β€’ 🚣 Gear storage: attached garage and driveway perfect for storing kayaks and bikes
β€’ 🌲 Private, wooded lot offering a peaceful "up-north" atmosphere

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