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About Discovery House Homes
What We Believe
In the Blue Ridge Mountains, homebuilding is more than a business. It is a calling. Every ridge, lake, river, and sunrise tells a story, and at Discovery House Homes, we believe your home should too.
Building Made Simple
The Discovery House Home Building Process
Timing Your Dream
The Discovery House Homes Building Timeline
When you choose to build a custom home with Discovery House Homes, one of the first questions that comes up is, “How long will it take?” The answer depends on your design, your property, and your timeline, but what never changes is our commitment to keeping you informed every step of the way.
Small Spaces, Big Impact
Why ADUs Are a Smart Choice for Mountain Living
Across the country, Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs, are gaining attention as one of the most versatile and practical housing options available today. In the mountains of North Georgia and Western North Carolina, this trend has found a natural home.
From Vision to Reality
Why A Site Analysis is the Most Important First Step
Every beautiful mountain home begins with a vision. For some, it is a porch that overlooks the morning fog rising from the valleys. For others, it is a kitchen that becomes the gathering place for family and friends. But before design or construction begins, one step determines whether that vision can truly become reality: the site analysis.
Transforming What You Have
Remodels, Additions, and Garages by Discovery House Homes
At Discovery House Homes, our work has always been about more than new construction. It is about serving families and homeowners in every stage of life. Many of our clients love where they live but need a change in how they live. Whether that means updating an existing home, adding new space for family, or building a stand-alone garage or apartment, we are here to help turn your current property into something even better.
Standard Features
Just a Starting Point at Discovery House Homes
At Discovery House Homes, we believe that the word “standard” should mean something special. Our standard features are not the bare minimum; they are the foundation of what we call Affordable Luxury. Every home we build includes high-quality materials, thoughtful design, and craftsmanship that ensures long-term value.
Financing Your Mountain Home
The How, What, and When
Building your dream home in the mountains is one of life’s most exciting milestones. It is a chance to create something truly personal and lasting. But before the first shovel of dirt is turned, understanding how to finance your home is one of the most important steps in the process. At Discovery House Homes, we believe in educating our clients so that every stage, including financing, feels simple, transparent, and stress-free.
Understanding Construction Contracts
Fixed Cost vs Cost Plus
When building a custom home, one of the most important factors is the type of contract used by your builder. The contract structure directly affects risk, transparency, budgeting, and the overall building experience. At Discovery House Homes, we believe an educated homeowner is a confident homeowner. This Learning Center article is designed to explain the two most common contract types used in residential construction and why we believe fixed cost contracts provide the greatest protection and clarity for homeowners.