West Highland Road

Located on the eastern border of Delaware County, NY, West Highland Road is situated in a valley that boasts stunning vistas of Relay State Forest and Plattekill Mountain. To fully capitalize on the rental potential of this property, we would build two standard ADU Cabins, The Cottage, and The Little Cottage to maximize the potential of this lot as a rental destination.

• Acres: 6

• Total Cost: $253,000*

• Use: Rental

• Value Created: 131,000*

• Standards: The Cottage, The Little Cottage

• Monthly Revenue: $11,500*

• Process: Entitle and Improve

• Difficulty: Easy

This property is ideal for a couple seeking an investment that generates rental income. Although they intend to spend a weekend each month with friends, their primary objective is for the lot to pay for itself within five years of construction. Conveniently located for both summer and winter activities, this site offers year-round rental opportunities. As a result, it can be considered a truly seasonal rental property.

A two and a half hour drive from New York City on West Highland Road, this gorgeous lot overlooks the mountainous region towards Roxbury, and is situated near the charming towns of Stanford and Hobart. The property offers easy access to the ski slopes of Plattekill Mountain, just five minutes away during the winter season. In addition, it is conveniently located near Mine Kill State Park, as well as many lakes and fishing spots for summer activities.

Encompassing a total of six acres, this lot features five acres of open field that leads to a high stone wall, with an additional wooded acre located behind it. The property contains a slope that runs from the northwest to the southeast, traversing the lot.

To start this project, you’ll need to purchase the lot for $49,000

Eagle View

Site Map

In Phase 1, we will site the house and prepare the lot for construction.

Site Map

To develop this lot for the two cottages, we would need to identify a septic system and well locations that serve both cabins, establish a driveway that connects to both units, and extend the power supply from the road.

Phase 1 Estimate

In Phase 2, we would build the first ADU, The Cottage

Site Map

The Cottage will be constructed in the open field of the site, situated uphill to optimize the views and provide screening from the road.

The Cozy modern interior of these 10x20 cabins provides a striking contrast to the expansive views of the surrounding landscape beyond. With its stunning vistas of the Relay State Forest, each cabin offers a unique and unforgettable experience.

Phase 2 Estimate

In Phase 3, we would build the second ADU, The Little Cottage.

Site Map

To construct the Little Cottage, we would locate it at the rear of the wooded acre, and create a cleared area that affords views out of the front of the cabin, while simultaneously ensuring privacy and a sense of seclusion. The surrounding environment would provide a unique and tranquil setting, making the Little Cottage a perfect retreat for visitors seeking a peaceful and relaxing escape.

The cabin provides a truly authentic camping experience in the woods, complete with a cozy loft nestled among the trees, offering glimpses of the surrounding landscape beyond.

Phase 3 Estimate

This project involves the construction of two modern, space-efficient cabins on a stunning piece of land. From a financial perspective, this project is particularly attractive, as the potential rental revenue generated from the cabins can rapidly cover the cost of land acquisition and construction expenses, potentially within a relatively short timeframe of three to five years.

*DISCLAIMER: All estimates, including both costs and revenue projections, are based on our research utilizing publicly-available data and our experiences on HUTS service engagements. The pro forma figures are not, in any way, guaranteed and are for illustrative purposes only.