What's Included in a Custom Luxury Home Package at Oaks of Tyrone

When buyers first see that new construction homes at Oaks of Tyrone start from $619,900, the natural next question is: "What does that actually get me?" It's one of the best questions you can ask — and the answer is more than most buyers expect. At Oaks of Tyrone, the package price includes far more than just a house. It includes the land, the customization, the warranty, and the kind of construction quality that holds up for decades.

Here's a complete breakdown of what comes with every home package at Oaks of Tyrone in Tyrone Township, what's standard versus upgrade, how the build process works, and who helps you finance it.

The wooded one-acre homesite — included in the price

The first thing worth understanding is that the wooded one-acre homesite is included in your home package price. You're not buying the land separately and then contracting a builder. You're purchasing a complete package — land and home together — which simplifies the process and gives you a clear total cost from the start.

Every homesite at Oaks of Tyrone is a full wooded acre on Timber Trail in Tyrone Township, with a Fenton mailing address. Big Sky Development's approach to community development preserves mature trees as part of the site plan, so your homesite arrives with a natural canopy of oaks, maples, and other mature hardwoods — not a clear-cut lot with a few planted saplings.

In many communities throughout Livingston County and the broader Southeast Michigan market, the homesite is priced separately from construction. It's not uncommon for a comparable one-acre lot in a desirable area to carry a price tag of $100,000 or more before you break ground. At Oaks of Tyrone, the lot is part of the package — and that matters when you're evaluating the true cost of your home.

What comes standard — features included in every home

Big Sky Development builds every home at Oaks of Tyrone with the same commitment to quality, regardless of which floor plan you choose. The standard features list is long — and importantly, these aren't marketed as upgrades. They're what you get with the base package:

The 2×6 exterior wall construction deserves a closer look. Most production builders use 2×4 framing. The extra inch in Big Sky's 2×6 walls allows for deeper insulation cavities, which directly translates to better thermal performance, lower utility bills, and a quieter home interior. In Michigan's climate — where heating costs are a real concern for eight months of the year — this is a structural choice that pays for itself.

The 10-year in-house structural warranty is another feature that sets Big Sky apart. Michigan's state-required builder warranty is just 12 months for most components. Big Sky offers a true in-house structural warranty covering the home's structure for a full decade — nine times the state minimum. This isn't a third-party policy you file a claim with and hope for the best. It's a direct warranty from the builder who built your home.

What's standard versus upgrade

One of the most common misconceptions about new construction is that the base price gets you a bare-bones house and everything good costs extra. At Oaks of Tyrone, the reality is different. The standard features list includes finishes and construction quality that many builders would position as upgrades.

Where buyers typically make upgrade decisions is in the finish selections — cabinetry style and color, countertop material, hardwood species and stain, tile patterns, fixture finishes, and appliance packages. These choices are made in Big Sky Development's own showroom, where you can see and touch every material before committing. The transparent pricing process means you understand the cost of each upgrade before it's added to your contract. There are no surprises at closing.

Think of it this way: the structural quality, energy efficiency, and core finishes of your home are locked in at the package price. The personalization — the things that make the home feel like yours — is where you make decisions about budget and priorities.

Floor plan options — ranch, 1.5-story, and two-story

Oaks of Tyrone offers floor plans across three primary home styles, each designed to serve different buyers and lifestyles. Every plan is customizable — you're not locked into a production layout. Big Sky's in-house design team will modify any plan to fit your needs, or you can work with them to create something entirely new.

Ranch plans — single-level living

Ranch plans put everything on one floor — bedrooms, kitchen, living areas, laundry, and garage access. The Firethorn, the featured ranch at Oaks of Tyrone, delivers 1,950 square feet with 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, and an open-concept layout that connects the kitchen, dining, and great room into one continuous space. A gas fireplace anchors the great room, 9-foot ceilings run throughout, and a covered back porch extends your living outdoors onto the wooded acre.

Ranch plans are the right choice for buyers who want single-level convenience — no stairs between the bedroom and the kitchen, no worrying about accessibility as the years pass, and an open floor plan that makes the home feel spacious from the moment you walk in. Ranch plans at Oaks of Tyrone also include options like the Timber Creek (a split-bedroom ranch with luxury finishes), Cedar Ridge, Farmington, and several others, each with a distinct layout philosophy.

1.5-story plans — main-level living with room above

A 1.5-story plan gives you the best of both worlds: the primary suite, kitchen, and main living areas are all on the first floor, while a full upper story adds bedrooms, a loft, a bonus room, or whatever your family needs. The Oakview, one of the standout 1.5-story plans, offers 2,700 square feet with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and a 3-car garage — plus a bonus room on the upper level and daylight windows in the lower level.

1.5-story plans are ideal for buyers who want the convenience of single-level daily living — primary suite on the main floor — but also need extra space for kids, guests, a home office, or a recreation room. The upper level provides that flexibility without requiring you to climb stairs for your morning coffee.

Two-story plans — maximum space on a wooded acre

Two-story plans stack living space vertically, which gives you the most square footage on a given footprint. This is an efficient way to maximize your home's interior space while leaving more of the one-acre homesite open for outdoor living, gardens, outbuildings, or simply keeping the tree canopy intact. Two-story options include plans like the Campbell, Ruby Falls, Jackson, and Morgan Falls — each designed with open-concept main levels and well-proportioned upper-floor bedrooms.

Two-story plans suit families who want defined zones: daily living and entertaining downstairs, bedrooms and quiet spaces upstairs. They're also a strong option for buyers who want a larger home with a more compact footprint, preserving yard space on the one-acre lot.

The build timeline — how the process works

Once you've selected your floor plan, chosen your homesite, and finalized your design selections in Big Sky's showroom, the construction process follows a well-organized timeline. Here's a simplified overview of what to expect:

• Site preparation and foundation: Your one-acre homesite is prepared, with mature trees preserved as part of the site plan. The foundation is poured and the basement or crawl space is completed.
• Framing and rough-in: The home's structure is framed, and mechanical systems — plumbing, electrical, HVAC — are roughed in. This is when the home takes its physical shape.
• Exterior and interior finishes: Roofing, siding, windows, and exterior details are installed. Inside, insulation, drywall, flooring, trim, cabinetry, and fixtures are completed to your selected specifications.
• Final walk-through and completion: You walk through the finished home with Big Sky's team, review every detail, and address any items before closing. The owner personally visits active jobsites throughout construction to oversee quality standards.

The total construction timeline varies by plan and scope, but most homes at Oaks of Tyrone are completed within 8 to 12 months from the start of construction. Your mortgage lender will manage the draw-based process during construction, funding each phase as it's completed.

Financing through Todd Murawski at Dart Bank

New construction financing is more straightforward than most buyers think. The standard approach is a construction-to-permanent loan — also called a construction-to-close loan — which finances the build through a draw-based process and converts to a standard mortgage when the home is complete. One closing, one set of closing costs, and a seamless transition from construction to move-in.

Big Sky Development partners with Todd Murawski at Dart Bank, an experienced local mortgage lender who specializes in new construction financing. Todd works directly with buyers to structure the loan that fits their situation — whether that's a conventional mortgage, a jumbo loan for higher-value builds, or a program tailored to the buyer's down payment and timeline.

Having a lender who understands the new construction process matters. Construction loans have specific requirements — draw schedules, inspection timing, and conversion terms — and working with someone who does this every day eliminates the friction that sometimes comes with new construction financing through a lender unfamiliar with the process.

The bottom line: what $600s actually gets you

At Oaks of Tyrone, a home package starting from $619,900 includes:

• A full wooded acre with mature trees on Timber Trail in Tyrone Township
• A fully custom floor plan — ranch, 1.5-story, or two-story — designed with Big Sky's in-house team
• 2×6 construction, energy-efficient Carrier systems, custom trim, LVT flooring, and a gas fireplace
• A 10-year in-house structural warranty — direct from the builder, not a third party
• 96%+ American-made materials and labor
• Financing through an experienced local construction lender
• Outbuildings allowed, wrought iron fencing permitted, and a Fenton address with Hartland Schools

That's not a starting point that leaves you with a bare-bones house. That's a fully equipped, custom-built home on a one-acre wooded lot in one of Livingston County's most desirable school districts. Your finish selections and personalization are where the final price adjusts — and you control those decisions with full transparency.

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