Backyard Cottages

10/10/2021

BIG NEWS! Earlier today we had the grand reveal of the Urbaneer Model in Arlington, VA along with builder .virginia. This one-of-a-kind property featured a brand new single family home by Classic Cottages & detached accessory dwelling unit (ADU) aka “backyard cottage”. What makes this particular backyard cottage especially unique is the patented moveable wall system from which allows for flexible living & makes 510 sq ft feel more like 1,000 sq ft! From a living room to bedroom configuration and fully equipped bathroom, laundry, and kitchen, this has everything you need!
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10/07/2021

Did you know that when you build a new home with .virginia you have the option to also build a backyard cottage with at the same time? If you are looking for a unique investment opportunity, Classic Cottages & Backyard Cottages has you covered! Save time & money by building both together. Learn more by attending the Urbaneer Model reveal this Sunday, October 10th from 12-2 PM @ 4315 15th Street N, Arlington.
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03/09/2021

Backyard Cottages could be one of the solutions to solve the missing middle crisis in Arlington and nearby towns within the DMV.

Escalating home prices have shut middle-class buyers out of Arlington's real estate market. Is there a solution?

11/10/2020

We just finished a brand new Backyard Cottage on a property in Arlington, VA that also features a gorgeous Classic Cottages home! This bright & beautiful ADU matches the design aesthetic of the rest of the home perfectly! This flexible space is just what these savvy homeowners were looking for. Learn more about your backyard options by visiting www.backyardcottages.com.

3D Virtual Tour - Backyard Cottage: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=KgKHtTBXTZe&brand=0
3D Virtual Tour - Classic Cottages (modified Amelia model):
https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=L6gFHjBnuho&brand=0
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09/16/2020

Two bedroom ADU completed earlier this summer in Arlington! The owners intend to use this ADU primarily for long term rental income. We love the fence and stone walkway, perfect for making each space it’s own and provoked proactive between the two dwellings. Contact us today to learn more about our one bedroom and two bedroom ADU plans and how we can build one on your lot.

www.backyardcottages.com

09/15/2020

Will Covid-19 change our definitions of home and the design features we want? We asked experts to weigh in.

09/09/2020

ADUs are a hot residential building trend! We’re starting to see the rise of these detached housing units in Arlington since the zoning ordinance changed last July 2019. But ADUs have been around for a while, especially on the west coast. They are expected to continue to be the “hot” housing trend and valued investment. Find out why in the latest edition of MHInsider.

Read Here: https://issuu.com/mhinsider/docs/mhinsider_septoct2020_online/4?ff

Sept/Oct 2020 issue of the MHInsider™ manufactured housing industry news magazine. In this Edition: ADU's Are a Hot Building Trend, Patrick Industries-A Decade to Remember, Sun Communities Opens Smith Creek Crossing in Granby, Colo. Subscribe online at http://subscriber.mhinsider.com.

09/08/2020

08/26/2020

DID YOU KNOW? Classic Cottages is expanding its portfolio of new home designs to include some smaller models (featuring 4 bedrooms & approx. 3,800-4,500 sq ft).

These models with a smaller footprint allow Arlington residents to seize the opportunity of also investing in their backyard by adding a Backyard Cottage [also known as a Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)] on their homesite. With 4 bedrooms in the main home + 1-2 bedrooms in the backyard cottage, you will have 5-6 bedrooms total.

There are many benefits and uses from investing in a Backyard Cottage, including long-term rental income, guest house for a family member, home office, art/music studio, study lounge, or flexible space to serve immediate or future needs.

If you are interested in learning more about these new home plans and adding a backyard cottage to your homesite, contact us today for a virtual consultation to learn more.

CLASSIC COTTAGES: https://www.ccottages.com/
BACKYARD COTTAGES: http://www.backyardcottages.com/ ..

07/19/2020

Backyard living is the future! Find out why you should start investing in your backyard today.

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Whether it serves as an investment, backyard office, or intergenerational housing, the accessory dwelling unit (ADU) has never made more sense.

07/08/2020

Backyard Cottages are on the rise! Visit our website to learn more about our business within Arlington County, our partners, and our unique features! www.backyardcottages.com

There is a surge in demand for backyard tiny homes and cottages because the novel coronavirus pandemic has created a need for multigenerational homes and spaces to work from home.

06/11/2020

There are just as many benefits to owning a backyard cottage as there are uses. Whatever your intended use may be, one thing is certain: your current backyard isn’t living up to its fullest potential. It could be a lot greener... Stop dreaming. Quit waiting. It’s doesn’t have to just be greener on the OTHER side. It could be greener on YOUR side in YOUR backyard. Act now and make your backyard greener by investing in it today! www.backyardcottages.com.