Plan, Design and Build Your Cabin
Are you dreaming of building the perfect cabin, but not sure where to start? From finding the perfect land to your cabin retreat, to the cabin construction process—we have you covered. Cabin Life offers expert advice on building your own cabin from the ground-up or finding a respectable log home company to do the heavy lifting for you.
Plus, we cover how to plan a cabin budget and save money with energy-saving tips so you are stress-free while enjoying your favorite place on earth.
And once you've built the home of your dreams, you'll need to get designing and decorating so you make the space your own. Let us give you the cabin inspiration you need to love your cabin well into retirement.
Here are our top tips for saving money when building or renovating your dream cabin.
Getting the look you want with something repurposed rather than buying new.
Editor Mark Johnson was never a fan of battery powered chainsaws, but after a more hands-on experience, he became a believer for …
Add life to your cabin with organic touches.
A little financial planning goes a long way toward preserving a lifetime of memories.
Take a look at this beautiful little cabin in Lawrence County, Indiana.
This cabin was transformed from dilapidated and dreary to downright dreamy.
The moment that San Francisco natives Josh Feldman and Britton Watkins toured this cabin property for sale in a woodland area nea…
Even if it's love at first “site,” don’t rush into construction.
Learn all you can about your potential lake before you make an offer.
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…
A little financial planning goes a long way toward preserving a lifetime of memories, as well as your investment.
When staring down the renovate-versus-rebuild dilemma, start the decision-making process by asking these six questions:
Here are the three main challenges faced by cabin co-owners and how to tackle each:
Your official resource to help you replace, complete building plans, or design and build your own dock on-site.
Learn how to make your very own outdoor cabin shower with this luxurious DIY project.
An outdoor solar powered shower is appealing to the cabin owner because of its simplicity.
A few simple tips and tricks for making your very own fire pit.
Follow these steps to build the perfect deck for your cabin.
Naturally resistant wood species are not guaranteed to last any longer than pressure- or green-treated lumber. Here are some ways…
Tips and tricks that are definitely worth a try to improve both your cabin's efficiency and your health:
Does your cabin fireplace have a dirty little secret? If it’s a wood-burning, open masonry fireplace, or a fireplace insert built…
Why would an experienced home builder decide to build a tiny off-grid cabin for his family? The answer starts with 120 acres, abu…
From quick fixes to major projects, you can save major money and have a more energy efficient cabin.
Composting and incinerating toilets can be a practical, economical and eco-friendly choice for cabin owners.
Can’t decide between a composting or incinerating toilet? Learn which kind is best for your cabin.
