Appalachian Sheds Inc. · Retreat Series
Built for homeowners who need more than storage — a quiet office, guest retreat, studio, or serious workshop that feels like a destination on the property.
Appalachian Slade Mountain Shed Pricing
A cabin-inspired backyard building with a commanding 12/12 roof pitch, covered entry, barn sash windows, and finish-ready potential for work, retreat, studio, or guest use.
- 12/12 Roof Pitch
- Covered Entry Awning
- Barn Sash Windows
- Finish-Ready Potential
- Built On-Site
- 30-Year Structural Warranty
Choose your size and siding type, then confirm placement, access, porch approach, entry orientation, and window layout before the build begins.
Transparent pricing. No guessing. No sales call required.
Who Builds Your Shed Matters
Edwin Shackelford
Founder & Lead Builder
35 Years of Commercial-Grade Construction.
Now Built in Your Backyard.
Edwin Shackelford founded Appalachian Sheds Inc. after three decades of commercial construction management across the Greater Cincinnati region and beyond — structural work that demanded zero tolerance for shortcuts. That same standard comes to every backyard structure we build. No subcontractors on structural work. No prefab delivery. Every shed is built on your property, by our family crew, using materials we'd put under our own homes.
- U.S. Army Veteran
- Construction Management Degree
- Civil Engineering Background
- 35+ Years Commercial Construction
- Family-Operated Crew
Built On Your Property
We never deliver a prefab structure. Every shed is framed, sided, and finished on-site by Edwin and his sons — Randall and Travis.
No Subcontractors
Zero subcontracted structural work — ever. The crew that prices your shed is the crew that drives the nails. Accountability doesn't get outsourced.
Radical Pricing Transparency
We'd rather walk you away from the wrong shed than sell you one that doesn't fit your property or your budget. That's not a sales line — it's how we operate.
Pricing Varies by Siding
Six Options. One Choice to Make.
Choose your siding below — then go to the calculator below, enter the size and your siding choice for your specific model to get an accurate price.
LP SmartSide Panel Siding
- Natural Wood Grain Texture
- 100% Clear
- Pre-Primed
- 50-Year Limited Warranty
Roseburg DuraTemp Siding
- Natural Wood Grain Texture
- 100% Clear
- Pre-Primed
- 50-Year Limited Warranty
LP SmartSide Board & Batten
- Natural Wood Grain Texture
- 100% Clear
- Pre-Primed
- 50-Year Limited Warranty
American Pine T&G Siding
- 1x6 Premium Grade American Lumber
- Pine Tongue & Groove
- Aesthetically Pleasing
Georgia-Pacific Vinyl Lap Siding
- Maintenance Free
- .044 Thickness
- Match Your Home
- CDX Plywood Subsiding
LP SmartSide Lap Siding
- Natural Wood Grain Texture
- 100% Clear
- Pre-Primed
- 50-Year Limited Warranty
Pricing Calculator
Get Your Slade Mountain Build Estimate
in Under 60 Seconds
Select your Appalachian Slade Mountain size and siding type to view a standard build estimate based on current material costs. This model is built for homeowners who want stronger architectural presence, workshop-ready space, and a backyard structure that looks intentional on a premium Cincinnati or Tri-State property.
The 12×16 is our most-requested Slade Mountain size — enough room for practical workshop use, a dedicated tool wall, and meaningful floor clearance, while the taller roofline gives this model its stronger architectural presence. Not sure which size fits your yard? Call or Text Ed — three questions and you’ll have a straight answer.
Appalachian Slade Mountain Shed Pricing Calculator
Choose Size + Siding for Accurate Pricing
Select a size and siding to view a standard build estimate. Final pricing confirmed after site visit and any optional upgrades.
View Specs & Siding DetailsExterior build estimate · Confirmed after site visit · No bait-and-switch
The Appalachian Classic pairs especially well with LP SmartSide Panel Siding because the clean vertical panel rhythm supports a traditional mountain-inspired look without feeling overly busy.
- Natural wood grain texture with engineered composite construction
- Strong everyday choice for a clean Appalachian shed profile
- Arrives pre-primed and ready for your finish coat
- 50-Year Limited Warranty against fungal decay and termites
Roseburg DuraTemp gives the Appalachian Barn a cleaner, smoother painted appearance while still preserving the practical T1-11 panel character buyers expect from a durable backyard structure.
- Smooth panel face with engineered composite core
- Good choice for solid painted finishes and clean color presentation
- Arrives pre-primed for final exterior finish
- 50-Year Limited Warranty
Ready to Price Your Build?
Head back to the calculator above — select your size and siding choice to see how the exterior finish affects your standard build estimate. The siding decision is not just cosmetic; it shapes the entire look of the structure.
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What’s Built Into Every Appalachian Slade Mountain Shed
This is not storage with a door. The Appalachian Slade Mountain Shed is a private mountain-cabin retreat built for homeowners who want a quiet backyard escape, creative studio, wellness space, inspiring home office, or personal sanctuary with authentic Appalachian warmth.
Builder accountability matters: Edwin and his sons build every shed. No subcontractors on structural work. Ever.
Roof Awning & Entry
Covered Entry Awning with Timber Brackets.
The Slade Mountain’s covered roof awning creates the kind of welcoming entry that makes the building feel like a cabin retreat instead of a plain utility structure. Hand-crafted timber brackets add authentic Appalachian character, while the entry protection keeps you dry, shields the doorway, and helps preserve the siding around the threshold.
Foundation & Floor
6×6 PT Beams. Built for Retreat Use.
The floor system starts with YellaWood® 6×6 pressure-treated grade beams placed over a 10-mil moisture barrier. 2×6 pressure-treated floor joists are set 16″ on center with a double center beam, and the subfloor is 3/4″ 7-ply pressure-treated plywood. Built for desks, seating, studio equipment, yoga mats, craft tables, guest furnishings, and daily retreat use. No OSB. Ever.
Roof Pitch & Loft Volume
Steep 9/12 Roofline with Cabin Airiness.
The 9/12 roof pitch creates a more open, breathable interior than a low utility roof. It gives the Slade Mountain the vertical presence of a small mountain cabin, supports high-loft or storage potential, and creates the airy interior feeling that makes the space appropriate for writing, wellness, creative work, focused office use, or quiet retreat time.
Cabin Exterior
Vertical Pine Siding with Authentic Mountain Soul.
Eastern pine boards installed vertically give the Slade Mountain the warmth, grain, knots, and aging character of a real Appalachian cabin. This is not vinyl pretending to be wood. The natural material gives the structure visual depth, develops patina over time, and helps the building feel rooted in the landscape rather than dropped onto it.
Windows, Porch & Daily Use
Designed for Living, Creating, and Recharging.
Traditional barn sash windows with screens bring in natural light and airflow, while the covered entry creates a place to pause before stepping inside. The overall cabin profile makes the Slade Mountain ideal for a writer’s cabin, meditation room, wellness studio, creative retreat, home office oasis, music space, or reading getaway that you actually want to use.
Warranty
30-Year Structural. Real Wood Requires Real Care.
Every build includes a 30-year Appalachian Sheds Inc. structural warranty, along with applicable manufacturer warranties for roofing, windows, doors, and related components. Real wood siding, porch elements, and exterior trim must be sealed, painted, stained, or clear-coated within 30 days to maintain warranty protection and preserve the cabin character.
Best next step: evaluate the Appalachian Slade Mountain Shed as a private retreat, not a storage building. The strongest result comes from planning the roof awning, entry orientation, vertical pine finish, window placement, loft potential, and quiet backyard setting together.
Appalachian Sheds Inc. — Greater Cincinnati Area
Ready to Talk?
Edwin and his sons build every shed. No subcontractors on structural work. No pressure, no obligation — just straight answers about what fits your property and your budget.
We'd rather walk you away from the wrong shed than sell you one that doesn't fit. That's not a sales line — it's how Edwin has operated across 35+ years of commercial construction, and it's the only way we know how to work.
Fast answers · No pressure · No commitment required