Echo Cottages

ECHO Cottages is owned and operated by the Novak family of the Hudson Valley in beautiful upstate New York. Three generations of craftsmen and builders have carved out a successful family history that continues to evolve today. It all started in 1882, the year Charles Novak was born. In 1907, he and his family immigrated to America where Charles gr... ew to become a successful woodworker and business owner. The next in line was Bill born in 1930. Bill's diligence and hard work paved the way for a successful career as a contractor and land developer. Bill's sons, Bill Jr, Bob, and Tim all continued the family tradition and became contractors, land developers and home builders; each opening their own successful businesses that operated from the Hudson Valley to Georgia. ECHO Cottages LTD was the brainchild of Bill Sr. After being hospitalized late in life and requiring physical therapy, Bill Sr. feared the idea of being institutionalized. He envisioned a living arrangement where he had his privacy and dignity yet was within arms reach of loved ones for safety and relationship. The cornerstone to the Novak's success has been their customer service. From the very beginning, they have treated each of the over 1000 houses they have built as a single project, often times remaining in contact with original homeowners years after project completion. This same attention to detail and personal care goes into every ECHO Cottage they build.Read More