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Colorful Finds to Add a Bit of Whimsy to Your Cabin
Face it. You’ve got cabin fever, and these fun decor finds are good for what ails you.
6 Tips to Make Small Spaces Feel Cozy, Not Claustrophobic
In small-scale homes, there’s a fine line between cozy and confining. Read on for our top tips to tread on the right side of that…
3 Keys to Designing a Flawless Retreat
Keep these three guiding principles in mind when planning your perfect getaway.
How Stargazing at Your Cabin Helps Scientists
Here's how an evening on the porch can help expand our understanding of the universe.
The Most Popular Cabin Floor Plans of 20
We ran the numbers, and these charming cabin plans stole the show (and your hearts!) on cabinlife.com in 2021.
These 2022 Trends Are Perfect for Cabins
These trends are proof positive that good design (and the good life) has always been inherent to cabins.
Anam Cara: Building a Fairy-Tale Cabin on Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula
Expert Insights: An Introduction to Land Management
For a 101 on the basic principles of land management, Cabin Life turned to the Texas A&M Forest Service for their expert insights…
3 Ways to Sustainably DIY Your Decor This Fall
When it comes to fall at the cabin, all the decor you need is right outside your door (and maybe even in your pantry!). Here are …
10 Things to Look Out for When Buying an Old Log Cabin
Buying, restoring and preserving an old cabin can be incredibly rewarding. But it's not without its pitfalls. Here's what to cons…
At This Remote Lake Community, Barges Make Life Possible–Here's How
When your cabin is accessible only by water, getting construction materials or household appliances to your site involves using t…
Reflections on a Summer (and Fall) of Fire
Cabin owner and enthusiast Jana Studelska reflects on the heartache of evacuating her Minnesota cabin during a harrowing wildfire…
This Cottage Is Brimming With Americana Charm
The need for a little extra space for friends and family led to the creation of this cozy guest cottage brimming with color and c…
The Best Vacation Cabins for Leaf Peeping
Hit the road this fall and post up in one of these dreamy cabins where showstopping displays of fall color are right outside your…
This Wisconsin Treehouse is a Retirement Dream Come True
Step inside a cozy cabin that was 20 years in the making.
Can You Guess Which Famous Actor Once Owned This Cabin?
Hint: A rugged mountain man himself, he also portrayed one on the big screen!
Our Favorite Finds for Cabin-Loving Pups
In honor of National Dog Day on August 26th, we’ve corralled some of our favorite finds for man’s number-one cabin companion. (As…
Step Inside This Idyllic Country Cabin
Local materials and a down-home design come together in one nature-loving couple’s cozy retreat.
This California Cabin is a Tiny Treasure
Originally built in the 1940s, the 432-square-foot haven proves simplicity never goes out of style.
Sleeping Porches Aren’t Just Good-Looking – They’re Good for You
Sneaky Ways to Save Space at the Cabin
When you’re designing your dream retreat or renovating an old one that’s been in your family for generations, one of the toughest…
This West Virginia Rental Cabin Comes With Its Own Island
Plus, it's located right next door to the nation's newest national park! Here's how to plan your visit:
The Cabin Life Guide to Grills
Top grill picks from charcoal to gas and beyond.
Planting for Pollinators
Boost the biodiversity of your landscape with these six easy tips.
A Vacation Cabin in Idaho Is the Perfect Family Escape
From river rock accents to statement-making red cedar logs, this cabin draws on the great outdoors for inspiration.
Here's How Much Homeowners Are Spending on Renovations
Plus, what's trending, indoors and out!
This Luxury Lodge Is Entirely Off-Grid
If your idea of an off-the-grid cabin is something primitive, Loon Rapids Lodge is sure to change that!