Guitar Center has the Takaine G series EG544SC-4C acoustic/electric on sale for $499.99.I have one I bought from them and think it is a very exceptional buy.Has Koa sides and back, looks solid but have my doubts. Does have a solid cedar wood top and the electronics is excelent and has an on board tuner.
I began with the $299 area and ended up with a fine guitar but spending more. You have the hardest decision made by knowing how much you want to spend. You can find a lot of guitars out there in that price range. Breedlove's have a Atlas import for $699.99.
If you don't have a "Guitar Center" in your area, I'd say go store hopping and play these critters and find the sound and feel you deserve. The internet has a wonderful Ibanez TA35 acoustic electrical amp for $250. You can google a search for it.
Good luck in your quest.
Mudjack