This mountain retreat, lovingly called “Cloud 9”, was created after the original “Cloud 9” was destroyed in the Gatlinburg, Tennessee 2016 wildfires. It’s been almost a century since the tiny Appalachian community of White Oak Flats evolved into Gatlinburg, Tennessee,...
If you’ll have pets in your new log or timber home, you may want to consider their current and future needs when designing your home. Dogs are supposedly man’s best friend—and though I’d argue that our dog prefers me to my husband, I’m also a big fan of cats. Which...
A Montana home nearly swept the local Parade of Homes’ awards, winning 9 out of 10 categories, including People’s Choice, Judges’ Choice, and Best Craftsmanship. Tucked into the forested foothills of the Swan Mountain Range in Northwest Montana, Jeff and Cherie’s...
An inspiring collection of 16 beautiful log and timber home master bathrooms. Master bathrooms have the unique job of combining functionality while providing a haven of relaxation. We love the beautiful, timeless master bathrooms on the next few pages and offer advice...
With sound professional advice, your master bathroom can be the spa-like retreat you’ve dreamed of, without sacrificing practical necessities. In my ideal world, my master bathroom would be a combination of spa-like luxury and minimalist cool: clean lines, natural...
A Montana couple treasure their cabin time on the pristine waters of Swan Lake in Northwest Montana. Tim and Sheryl Dernbach were no strangers to Swan Lake when they purchased their lakefront cabin in the summer of 2006. For many years they had traveled from their...
A retirement home in a peaceful forest setting is ideal for a wood-loving doctor and his family. Bill and Mary Elder’s desire to build a log home percolated over a number of years. “When our children were young,” says Mary, “we owned a small log cabin about a half...
A log retreat built in 1999 with lake frontage and abundant gardens is a dream come true for a couple who share a love of wood and outdoor living. Back in 2012, Mario Lavoie and Carole Rousseau were looking for a country home, and it had to be made of wood. But when...
A collection of stunning homes with timber accents. Locati Architects, Blue Ribbon Builders, Ps Interiors / Photo by Roger Wade Photo by Heidi Long PrecisionCraft Log & Timber Homes / Photo by Roger Wade Appalachian Log & Timber Homes / Photo by Roger Wade...
Building a gorgeous and comfortable lakeside home fulfilled a retirement dream for a California couple. The journey was unforgettable and the destination spectacularly serene. When Jim and Leslie Finn sold their home in San Diego and bought an Airstream...
A mountaintop cabin in Pennsylvania offers a superb setting for a getaway with abundant outdoor activities. An hour outside Pittsburgh, in the Laurel Highland Mountains of western Pennsylvania, Keith and Patty Sacchini found the ideal location for a quiet weekend...
A Wisconsin family builds a legacy log home to put down roots where, decades earlier, they regularly planted tent stakes for camping. Stephenson, Wisconsin, is a small town in the northeastern part of the state. With a population of less than 4,000 residents, and an...
