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Cozy Log Cabins

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    Living Off the Grid

    A Georgia couple reunites in an off-the-grid log cabin under the Colorado sky.
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    DIY Mountain Getaway

    A Maryland man builds his own rustic cabin in the Appalachian Mountains as a retreat from his suburban life.
  3. The views, like everything else about the cabin, were well thought out from the get-go, says John. From the back of the home, guests are treated to Cougar Gulch valley vistas. In the distance, snow-capped Mount Spokane beckons.

    Small Scale Timber Cabin

    An Idaho timber-frame cabin maximizes square footage with personal touches that create warmth and accessibility.
  4. Mikki says she was “awe struck” when she first approached the completed cabin. Architect Ross Anderson separated the driveway from the home with a walking path to encourage anyone visiting the cabin to leave their troubles behind. The siding comprises Douglas fir and western birch, while cedar shakes adorn the gable end.

    Reclaimed Barn Wood Finds New Home

    A cozy cabin uses reclaimed barn wood to flawlessly blend with its mountainous surroundings.
  5. Western red cedar shingles sound a note of warmth and sustainability, and they also are respectful of the region’s historic character. A charcoal-colored metal roof mimics the style of local farmhouses. “We tried to be consistent to the aesthetic of traditional building materials even though it’s a very modern home,” explains Paul.

    A Canadian Post-and-Beam Cabin

    A secluded post-and-beam retreat on Canada’s Prince Edward Island is all about the tranquility of the sea.
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    History Found in an Old Log Cabin

    A nearly 200-year-old log cabin is rebuilt as true to form as possible for use as a primary home in Quebec.
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    Old-Time Charm: A Restored Cabin in Montana

    A turn-of-the-century cabin is relocated to a Montana ranch and transformed into a distinctive retreat.
  8. A winding stone path leading to the Palumbos’ home is reminiscent of a fairytale cottage setting. Copper gas lanterns provide golden light and a touch of nostalgia. The exterior logs are finished in a molasses brown hue.

    Peace of Mind: A Tranquil North Carolina Cabin

    This woodsy North Carolina cabin is all about tranquility and easy living for all who stay here.
  9. The Davises worked hard to design a log cabin with a distinctly modern aesthetic. They accomplished this on the exterior by mixing rustic materials, like Western Red Cedar logs and mossy mountain stone, with the more modern stainless steel of the roof and siding, and glass panes between the sloped roof and log structure. "At night, when the lights are on inside the cabin, it's almost like this roof is this floating plain," says Scott.

    Rustic, Meet Modern: Cozy Wisconsin Lakeside Cabin

    One Wisconsin couple creates a vacation retreat that is the perfect marriage of contemporary and rustic design.
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    How the West Was Done: Montana Reclaimed Log Cabin

    A new log home is built to look like it’s always been part of the surrounding mountain landscape.
  11. Classic and timeless, this great room is balanced with contrasting colors, layered textures and glorious lake views. Hand-peeled log walls and ceiling beams, a laser-cut elk chandelier and a natural stone fireplace bring rustic spirit to the space.

    Naturally Appealing Log Cabin

    Untamed surroundings influenced the owners of this three-bedroom family retreat. Outside, it is a rustic cabin; inside, every room has its own personality.
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    Happily Ever After: Georgia Cabin for Rent

    A couple builds a small cabin in Georgia that you can rent.

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    The Mini-Mountain Home

    A Colorado cabin goes for a lodge look with natural materials
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    West Meets East

    The cityscape of Vancouver provides Eastern inspiration to a log home.
  15. With a wraparound porch and awe-inspiring trusses, the Hecker family home is the epitome of log-home living.

    Worth the Wait

    An open floor plan and wraparound porch complete a dream 30 years in the making

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    Big Gains in a Small Package

    A Georgia log home features big views, a small footprint and an energy-efficient design.
  17. With its innovative hexagonal design, Jim and Christine Koschmann's home proves that small (it's only 1,500 square feet) doesn't have to be boring.

    Planning a Small Handcrafted Log Home: North and South

    A homeowner brings the northern way of life to New Mexico via a small, handcrafted log home.
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    Building a Log Guesthouse Diary: Meet the Merrills

    A behind-the-scenes look at the planning, designing and building of a Hearthstone Inc. log guesthouse.
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    Log Guesthouse Diary, Entry # 1 – Planning Our Log Guesthouse

    Task at hand: Designing a log cabin to fit our ever-growing family. Timeframe: January – August 2006 In my opinion, there are only a few things a person needs out of life to be happy: friends, family—and enough space to spend time with them!  That’s where our log home diary begins. We first started thinking [...]
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    Log Guesthouse Diary, Entry # 2 – Four Log Home Design Tips

    Planning a log home can be challenging. So prepare yourself with these 4 tips for designing log homes.

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