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Discover cabin decor tips, learn about cabin construction and the building process, tour dream cabins, maintain your cottage, and enjoy the cabin lifestyle you know and love.

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Asparagus in Puff Pastry
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Authentic Fried Catfish
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Bacon-wrapped Asparagus
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Berry Good French Toast Bake
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Black Bean & Chipotle Corn Salad
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Blue Cheese Burgers with Grilled Sweet Onions
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Blue Cheese Corn Salad
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Tips for Siting Your Cabin
Even if it's love at first “site,” don’t rush into construction.
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How to Buy Lakeshore
Learn all you can about your potential lake before you make an offer.
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Managing a Family Cabin with Multiple Owners
The best way to plan for the maintenance and legacy of a family cabin with multiple owners for generations to come is to set up a…
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Passing Down the Family Cabin
A little financial planning goes a long way toward preserving a lifetime of memories, as well as your investment.
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Myths About Renting Out Your Vacation Cabin
The reality, though, is that once you get the hang of it, the pros of renting out your place can far outweigh the cons.
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Should You Renovate or Rebuild?
When staring down the renovate-versus-rebuild dilemma, start the decision-making process by asking these six questions:
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The Ultimate Guide to Sharing Cabin Ownership
Here are the three main challenges faced by cabin co-owners and how to tackle each:
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Are You Prepared for Storm Damage to Your Cabin?
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The Ins and Outs of Owning a Cabin on National Forest Land
The government is no typical landlord. Learn about cabins on national forest land and what that means for your property rights.
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Trimming Trees, Seasoning Wood
Q: What is the best time for trimming tree branches? And how long should fresh-cut logs sit before using them as firewood?
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DIY Dock: Should You Build Your Own Dock?
Your official resource to help you replace, complete building plans, or design and build your own dock on-site.
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The Waterline Puzzle: How to Get Lake Water Without the Water Line Freezing
Hoping to winterize the cottage but have not figured out a way to get water from the lake to the house without the water line fre…
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Nature Memory Ornaments
These two-sided, birch-bark ornaments are a great way to capture some of your favorite cabin memories, and they look great as hol…
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Building a DIY Outdoor Shower
Learn how to make your very own outdoor cabin shower with this luxurious DIY project.
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Outdoor Shower Plans & Materials List
All the plans and materials you need to successfully build your own outdoor shower.
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How to Build & Enjoy an Outdoor Solar Shower
An outdoor solar powered shower is appealing to the cabin owner because of its simplicity.
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How to Build a Retaining Wall
Add a smart, secure retaining wall to your cabin landscape plan with these straightforward steps.
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How to Make an In-Ground Fire Pit
A few simple tips and tricks for making your very own fire pit.
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How to Make an Ice Rink at the Cabin
Enjoy ice-skating this winter with these tips on making an impromptu ice rink at the cabin.
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DIY Pathway With Natural Landscaping
Your walkway is the first impression of every experience you have at your cabin. Dress up the pathway by yourself to create that …

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