Side-by-side guide

Cascade A-Frame 32 vs Ridgeview 496

Cascade A-Frame 32 and Ridgeview 496 are both strong options if you are shopping for a-frame cabin kits. This comparison breaks down pricing, size, layout, and the tradeoffs that matter most when you are trying to pick the better fit.

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Comparison table

Use the table below for the fastest read on price, size, and layout differences.

Spec	Cascade A-Frame 32	Ridgeview 496
Starting price	$96,500	$118,000
Square feet	640 sq ft	496 sq ft
Bedrooms	1	2
Bathrooms	1	1
Sleeps	4	6
Loft	Yes	No
Home type	A-Frame Cabin Kit	Park Model
Foundation	Permanent Foundation	Park Model Chassis
Builder	Cedar Frame Works	Hearthland Park Models

Which one should you buy?

If you are deciding between these two homes, start with the tradeoffs below.

Choose Cascade A-Frame 32 if:

You want the more budget-friendly option.
You want more overall living space.
You want a loft for added sleeping or storage flexibility.

Choose Ridgeview 496 if:

You prefer a smaller footprint that may feel easier to place or move.
You need more dedicated bedroom space.
You need the layout that sleeps more people.

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$96,500

Cascade A-Frame 32

Cedar Frame Works

640 sq ft1 bd1 baSleeps 4Loft

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$118,000

Ridgeview 496

Hearthland Park Models

496 sq ft2 bd1 baSleeps 6

Key differences

Cascade A-Frame 32 starts about $21,500 lower than Ridgeview 496.
Cascade A-Frame 32 offers roughly 144 more square feet than Ridgeview 496.
Ridgeview 496 gives you more bedroom capacity than Cascade A-Frame 32.
Cascade A-Frame 32 includes a loft, while Ridgeview 496 keeps the layout all on one level.

Pros and cons

Cascade A-Frame 32

Cascade A-Frame 32 Pros

• Lower starting price by about $21,500.
• More interior space, with roughly 144 sq ft more room.
• Adds a loft for extra sleeping or storage flexibility.

Cascade A-Frame 32 Cons

• Offers fewer bedrooms than Ridgeview 496.
• Sleeps fewer people based on the published layout.
• Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.

Ridgeview 496

Ridgeview 496 Pros

• Adds another dedicated sleeping room.
• Sleeps more people based on the published layout.

Ridgeview 496 Cons

• Higher starting price by about $21,500.
• Less interior space, with roughly 144 sq ft less room.
• Does not include a loft, unlike Cascade A-Frame 32.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Cascade A-Frame 32 is built by Cedar Frame Works, while Ridgeview 496 comes from Hearthland Park Models. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

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