You may have heard that we have a “Build to Suit” option in West Ridge Estates to build a 2 bedroom, 1 bath yurt… and you may have said to yourself “What in the heavens is a yurt?”  The yurt craze is spreading!  These remarkable round fabric homes are commonplace in the mountains of Mongolia, but have made it onto the scene in the US around 1978.  They have a fabric exterior  built on a wooden framework that is durable and more energy efficient than a stick-built home!  They are usually set up on a deck or platform, are lightweight, easy to assemble and build out, and a very affordable form of housing.  If you are looking for the perfect mountain vacation home or to downsize to a simple living alternative, the yurt may be the perfect housing option for you!  Check out the website for Blue Ridge Yurts http://blueridgeyurts.com/ to find out more!