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Mountain Cabin Acquisitions

Where distressed
timber becomes
yield.

$387KAcquisition Price
$142KRenovation Cost
$890KAppraised Value
16.4%Annual Yield

We acquire distressed log cabins in mountain corridors and resort towns, renovate to modern code, and place them with accredited investors targeting 12–18% cap rates on short-term rental income.

Accredited Investors Only
PORTFOLIO

Completed Deals

The returns speak.
The math is simple.

Every deal below is current or closed. Numbers are verified trailing twelve months. No projections. No adjustments.

Restored log cabin in Colorado mountain clearing with snow-dusted pine trees and blue sky
Active
16.2% cap rate

Colorado · 2023

Elk Ridge — Steamboat Springs, CO

1,840 sq ft hand-hewn log cabin, deferred maintenance since 1994. Transformed into a 4-bed STR generating $11,200/month peak season.

Purchased

$412K

Total In

$550K

Cap Rate

16.2%

Before & After

Dilapidated old cabin with sagging porch and weathered wood siding before renovation
Before
Beautifully renovated log cabin at golden hour with warm interior lights glowing through windows
After

Scope of Work

  • Full structural remediation — sistered floor joists, replaced load-bearing ridge beam
  • Electrical: knob-and-tube removal, 200A panel upgrade, EV charger rough-in
  • Plumbing: PVC replacement, on-demand propane water heater, radiant floor in master
  • Kitchen: custom walnut cabinetry, soapstone counters, Wolf range
  • Exterior: chink repair, re-stain, new metal roof over existing sheathing
  • Permitting: full CO county STR license, septic certification

Financial Summary

Purchase Price

$412K

Renovation Cost

$138K

Total Invested

$550K

Current Valuation

$895K

T12 Rental Income

$134,400

Occupancy Rate

81%

Hold Period14 months
Log cabin nestled in Wyoming mountains surrounded by aspen trees with golden autumn foliage
Active
14.8% cap rate

Wyoming · 2023

Aspen Hollow — Jackson Hole, WY

Ski-in/ski-out proximity. Acquired at estate sale, closed in 11 days. Now booking at $2,800/night during peak ski weeks.

Purchased

$687K

Total In

$891K

Cap Rate

14.8%

Before & After

Old neglected cabin exterior with broken windows and overgrown vegetation before restoration
Before
Renovated cabin interior with modern rustic design, stone fireplace and mountain views
After

Scope of Work

  • Foundation: pier and grade beam underpinning on downhill side
  • Full mechanical replacement: forced-air propane + mini-split zoning
  • Master bath: freestanding soaking tub, heated floors, custom tile
  • Great room: exposed beam restoration, new stone fireplace surround
  • Landscaping: natural boulder terracing, hot tub pad and electrical
  • Smart home: Schlage locks, Ecobee integration, Ring perimeter

Financial Summary

Purchase Price

$687K

Renovation Cost

$204K

Total Invested

$891K

Current Valuation

$1.42M

T12 Rental Income

$158,600

Occupancy Rate

76%

Hold Period18 months
11.4 mo
Average Hold PeriodAcquisition through full renovation and lease-up
Charming log cabin in Blue Ridge Mountains with wraparound porch and forest backdrop
Active
15.6% cap rate

North Carolina · 2024

Pine Knot — Asheville, NC

Blue Ridge corridor acquisition. 3-bed cabin repositioned as a wellness retreat property — yoga deck, sauna, creek access.

Purchased

$298K

Total In

$410K

Cap Rate

15.6%

Before & After

Rundown cabin with peeling paint and damaged roof before major renovation project
Before
Renovated mountain cabin at sunset with warm glowing windows and peaceful forest surroundings
After

Scope of Work

  • Structural: sistered rafters, new OSB sheathing, standing seam metal roof
  • Sauna: 6-person cedar barrel sauna, outdoor shower, deck extension
  • Interior: white-oak wide plank floors throughout, new kitchen layout
  • Plumbing: whole-house filter, creek-adjacent composting toilet cabin
  • Permitting: Buncombe County STR license, fire suppression certification

Financial Summary

Purchase Price

$298K

Renovation Cost

$112K

Total Invested

$410K

Current Valuation

$680K

T12 Rental Income

$74,200

Occupancy Rate

84%

Hold Period11 months
Mountain cabin in Utah with snow-capped peaks in background and pristine winter landscape
Active
17.1% cap rate

Utah · 2024

Ridgeline — Park City, UT

Off-market acquisition 4 miles from Deer Valley. Distressed estate property. Highest revenue-per-square-foot in our portfolio.

Purchased

$524K

Total In

$711K

Cap Rate

17.1%

Before & After

Deteriorating old cabin structure with boarded windows and structural damage before restoration
Before
Beautifully restored cabin with modern interior visible through large windows at dusk
After

Scope of Work

  • Seismic: anchor bolt retrofit, cripple wall bracing per Utah code
  • HVAC: dual-zone heat pump, in-floor radiant in kitchen and baths
  • Kitchen: full gut — quartz waterfall island, Sub-Zero, Wolf 6-burner
  • Master suite addition: 380 sq ft bump-out, vaulted ceiling, private deck
  • Exterior: log replacement on two courses, new chinking, cedar shake accent

Financial Summary

Purchase Price

$524K

Renovation Cost

$187K

Total Invested

$711K

Current Valuation

$1.18M

T12 Rental Income

$128,900

Occupancy Rate

79%

Hold Period9 months
Next Acquisition

Q3 2026

Target corridor: Colorado Rockies or Jackson Hole, WY.
Projected cap rate: 14–17%.

Position reserved for committed investors

80%
Portfolio Occupancy RateTrailing twelve months, all active properties
100%
Investor Repeat RateEvery investor who has exited has re-entered

Our Acquisition Model

We find the cabins
no one else bids on.

Our deal flow comes from estate attorneys, county tax lien lists, and a network of 40+ mountain-town brokers built over 9 years. We acquire off-market at distressed pricing — typically 35–55% below post-renovation appraised value.

01

Sourcing

Off-market, pre-foreclosure, estate sales only

02

Underwriting

72-hour close capability, hard money drawn

03

Renovation

90–120 day scope, licensed GC, fixed-fee contract

04

Placement

STR licensing, property manager onboarding, investor transfer

Portfolio at a Glance

Deals Closed
7
Total Capital Deployed
$4.2M
Average Acquisition Discount
41% below post-reno appraisal
Portfolio-Wide Cap Rate
15.2% trailing 12 months
Investor Equity Multiple
1.62× average across exits
Portfolio Summary

See the full numbers
before the call.

12 pages. Every deal since inception — purchase price, scope, valuation, trailing rental income. No projections. No fluff.

One email. No drip campaigns.

Timber Acquisitions

The deal review is
30 minutes.

We walk through current deal flow, your investment criteria, and whether the structure makes sense for your situation. No pressure. No pitch deck.

Portfolio-wide average cap rate

15.2% — verified trailing twelve months

Timber Acquisitions

Schedule a Deal Review

30 minutes · Zoom or Phone · No obligation

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