A Quiet, Long-Term Haven in the Woods of North Alabama
East Hollow is one of the quietest corners of Oak Hollow Cabins — a long-term, off-grid community designed for people who want a slower, simpler life. Tucked among hardwoods and winding paths near Boaz, Alabama, it’s a place where you can build or lease a small cabin, settle into a peaceful routine, and live close to nature without giving up basic comforts.
East Hollow is not a campground.
It’s not a weekend retreat.
It’s a place to live — gently, intentionally, and long-term.
Whether you dream of building your own cabin or stepping into one that’s already crafted, East Hollow offers a rare chance to create a home beneath the trees.
🌲 What Life in East Hollow Feels Like
Life here is quiet. Slow. Grounding.
Your cabin sits on a private wooded lot — 5,000 or 10,000 square feet, depending on what you choose. You wake to the sound of wind in the trees, walk to the Hub for morning water or laundry, and return to a home that feels tucked away from the world.
Tenants at East Hollow value:
- peace and privacy
- nature over noise
- simplicity over clutter
- community without crowding
- a life lived with intention
You’re independent here — but never isolated.
🏡 Three Long-Term Living Paths
East Hollow offers three ways to make this quiet place your home.
Each is simple, clear, and designed for a different kind of resident.
All East Hollow residents choose from one of three standard cabin models.
👉 View the East Hollow Model Cabins
Option 1 — Lease a Lot (DIY Cabin Build)
For the independent builder who wants to craft their own space.
You lease a private wooded lot and build your own 12×16, 12×20, or 12×24 cabin using one of our approved East Hollow cabin models and basic off-grid guidelines.
You own the cabin itself — Oak Hollow leases the land beneath it.
All East Hollow lot leases include full access to The Hub — including potable water, shower, laundry, kitchen space, library, and shared indoor facilities.
Lot lease options:
- 5,000 sq ft lot — $200/month
- 10,000 sq ft lot — $350/month
You manage your own generator, fuel, firewood, and supplies.
This option is ideal for residents who want autonomy and hands-on creation.
👉 Full building standards and material guidelines are available after your application is approved.
Option 2 — Lease-to-Own (We Build Your Cabin)
For those who want long-term stability without building it themselves.
Oak Hollow Cabins will build your cabin using one of the approved East Hollow cabin models, following the same standards used throughout the community.
You make a meaningful down payment, followed by monthly payments toward the cabin, along with a separate East Hollow lot lease.
Key points:
- Cabin pricing depends on the selected model and build timing
- Down payment and monthly structure are discussed individually
- Builds are scheduled intentionally and completed one at a time
- All cabins include the standard generator house and Hearth
This path is ideal for residents who want:
- Long-term stability
- A cabin built with care
- Ownership without managing construction
Specific pricing and terms are discussed after an initial conversation to ensure the right fit.
Option 3 — Rent a Completed Cabin (Standard Long-Term Rental)
For the person who wants simplicity, comfort, and no build process.
You rent one of our completed Oak Hollow cabins for a one-year renewable lease. It includes access to The Hub, and optional generator setup, fuel allowance, and firewood.
🌟 Featured Cabin: The Threshold
East Hollow’s first finished home — warm pine interior, wood-burning stove, and a thoughtfully designed outdoor Hearth area.
Base rent: $795
All-inclusive conveniences (generator + fuel + firewood + handling): +$350
Total all-inclusive: $1,145/month
The Threshold Cabin will be available February 2026.
Walk-throughs are welcome during construction.
👉 Learn more about The Threshold Cabin
🏡 The Hub — East Hollow’s Community Center
Every East Hollow resident has access to The Hub — a warm, quiet indoor space designed to make long-term off-grid living simple, sustainable, and humane.
Inside the 24×24 building you’ll find:
- potable water
- hot shower
- clean restroom
- washer + dryer
- shared kitchen space
- reading & writing room
- comfortable gathering area
The Hub supports daily life at your cabin without replacing it.
You live independently — but you’re not left to figure everything out alone.
The Hub, Taking Shape
The Hub is no longer just a plan on paper.
Furniture has moved in. The rooms are settling into themselves. What was once framing and flooring is now a shared, lived space — a place to shower, wash clothes, cook a simple meal, sit with a book, or talk quietly at the table.
Every East Hollow resident has access to the Hub as part of their lease. It’s here to support your first months — and every season after — as you find your rhythm living simply and intentionally.
As East Hollow grows, the Hub will grow with it — slowly, thoughtfully, and always in service of quiet living.
Below: The Hub as it exists today — kitchen, laundry, restroom, and shared indoor space.
🔌 Utilities, Power & Living Systems
East Hollow is fully off-grid, but carefully designed for comfort.
- Each lot has a Predator 5000 generator hookup (bring your own or rent ours).
- Solar systems are welcome and encouraged.
- Composting toilets and greywater setups are standard.
- Firewood, generator fuel, and garbage service can be added to your lease.
You live simply — but without unnecessary hardship.
❤️ What You’ll Find Here
East Hollow attracts a particular kind of person:
- someone ready to quiet their life
- someone who prefers nature to noise
- someone rebuilding, healing, or beginning again
- someone who values privacy and peace
- someone who wants a home, not a hobby
It’s not for everyone.
But for the right person, it feels like finally breathing out.
📅 Availability
- Lot leases are available now.
- Lease-to-own cabins are built upon approval and scheduling.
- The Threshold Cabin will be ready February 2026.
Walk-throughs of East Hollow and The Hub are available upon request.
📩 Interested? Here’s How to Begin
We keep our inquiry list small and personal so we can get to know each potential tenant.
1. Submit the Contact Form
Tell us what you’re dreaming of and what option interests you.
https://oakhollowcabins.com/contact
2. Schedule a Walk-Through
We’ll set a time to tour East Hollow, view available lots, and step inside the Hub. Call Richard: 256-557-0517.
3. Explore Your Best Fit
DIY, lease-to-own, or rental — we’ll help you choose what feels right.
4. Begin Your New Chapter
Once approved, you secure your lot or cabin and begin preparing for move-in.
🌿 A Quiet Place to Live With Purpose
East Hollow offers something rare —
a long-term, off-grid home where life slows down and becomes simple again.
If this feels like the kind of place you’ve been searching for,
we’d be glad to talk with you.
Oak Hollow Cabins 