Our build with Schumacher Homes was the inspiration — but this blog is about so much more than square footage. It’s about what happens when you trade fast-paced suburbia for dirt roads, Dollar General runs, and small-town rhythms.
Here you’ll find the real costs of building (and saving), the lessons we learned along the way, and how we’re shaping a life that’s cozy, attainable, and a little unconventional.
Whether you’re planning a custom build, dreaming of country living, or just curious about the budget behind it all — you’ll feel right at home here.
Hey, I'm Jackie — and this is Home of Henderson.
A little coastal grandma, a little rough around the edges
If Nancy Meyers (think cozy kitchens and pretty lighting) and Morgan Wallen (yep, country grit and boots in the mud) had a baby — that’s our vibe. We love pretty things, but we’re not afraid of a little dirt on the tires.
Our style is coastal-country: relaxed, welcoming, and never too perfect to actually live in. Think linen sofas + oversized cardigans… with a camo boat parked out back.
That’s what you’ll see here at Home of Henderson — a mix of polished design ideas, budget swaps, and the kind of small-town living that’s equal parts sweet tea and spreadsheets.
Stick around and come build with us.
Our STYLE
Why We Built Home of Henderson
For us, building a home was never about creating some glossy, aspirational Pinterest board life. It was about building something real — a house where muddy boots and sandy feet are welcome, where the budget is honest, and where family life feels a little slower (and a lot sweeter).
We’re documenting our build with Schumacher Homes here in Charleston County not because it’s perfect, but because it’s possible. You’ll see the real numbers, the “wish we’d known that sooner” lessons, and the little design swaps that make a big difference.
If you’re dreaming about your own build — or just love coastal-country style with a side of budget transparency — you’ll feel right at home here.
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