Projects/Forest Edge Retreat

Forest Edge Retreat

East Texas
In Development

Project Summary

Forest Edge Retreat is a land-partnered development combining cabin short-term rentals with RV pad income. This hybrid approach creates diversified revenue streams while leveraging a partnership structure that allows development without full land acquisition costs. The phased approach enables validation before expansion.

Key Metrics

~$635,000

Phase 1 Cost

~$220,000/yr

Phase 1 NOI

~$425,000/yr

Full Build NOI

36-48 months

Refinance Target

Dual Revenue Streams

Cabin STRs

Premium prefab cabins targeting weekend getaway and vacation rental demand. Higher nightly rates with moderate turnover.

RV Pads

Full-hookup RV pads for weekly/monthly rentals. Lower per-unit revenue but minimal turnover and operating costs.

Strategy & Phasing

Phase 1

Planned

6 cabins (2 Aries 96, 4 Aries Cista) + 6 RV pads

Cost: ~$635,000NOI: ~$220,000/yr

Phase 2 (Expansion)

Future

Additional 5 cabins + 6 RV pads

Cost: TBDNOI: Full build: ~$425,000/yr

Risk Factors & Mitigation

Land Partnership Complexity

Clear legal structure with defined rights and responsibilities. Exit provisions included.

Phased Execution Risk

Each phase designed to be independently viable. No commitment to expansion until Phase 1 stabilizes.

RV Market Demand

RV travel growing nationally. East Texas positioned well for Houston-area RV travelers.

Extended Timeline

Phased approach provides flexibility. Investor returns begin with Phase 1 stabilization.

Investor Structure Overview

  • 10% preferred return to investors before sponsor participation
  • Land-partnered structure reduces upfront capital requirements
  • Target refinance at 36-48 months with capital return
  • Long-term legacy view: ~$425K annual NOI potential debt-free

Interested in This Project?

Request detailed information including full projections and offering documents.