One of the best types of shelter to build affordabely off the grid is a log cabin. I have personally heard of people who have built their own log cabins and lived in them for over 50 years. If your homestead or your off grid dwelling is located in a soft wooded area you can

I have for many years dreamed of building a log cabin. From time to time I watch a video I burned to DVD - Alone In The Wilderness . It is a...

The costs to build a log cabin vary widely. Your cost will be a factor of how easy it is to build on your land, and if you already have access to water/septic/electricity. The lowest number that I’ve heard quoted is $100 – $125 per square foot. Since this is on the low end, it...Read More

No internet. No neighbors. Just miles and miles of trees, hills, and lakes. Sounds so relaxing, doesn't it? We all sometimes need to unwind, and nature can provide the perfect environment for it. Peaceful yet engaging. All you need is a place to sleep. Sure, a tent might do but if you own a patch of land, why not put a cabin on it?

Refer to these free small cabin plans for some inspiration to build your log home in a way that’s accessible yet affordable.

Man skills: How to build a log cabin

When it comes to building a log cabin, the tools you select are as important as the construction techniques you choose for your log home. In this blog a

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When Greg and I first started dreaming about our log home, I used to review the floor plan books constantly. I would sketch what I wanted on paper or superimpose a plan I found on paper and then mark my changes. I would picture myself in each room and think about what I wanted versus what I needed. Of course, what we could afford was always the deciding factor! I knew I wanted large bathrooms, the traditional loft, an open floor plan with the kitchen/dining/living room area and a wall of…