[cherylncliff]

We built a Lily about a year ago (in Buttonwood). We had a lot that allowed the following stretches= Garage stretch 2 feet, lanai stretch 4 feet, retained the MBR and front bedroom as they were large already, added a golf cart garage and still had room in the back for a 9 ft birdcage the entire length of the lanai. I agree with the stretch what you can afford and have room for. If you think you want a birdcage, do it while building to avoid hassles later. For more storage, try to get the peaked roof rather than the one that looks like a pyramid since it gives you more head room in the storage space above the garage.

We sold our house in MI (Portage-near Kalamazoo) in July. Good luck with your sale!