The Pennsylvania Log Home floor plan offers cozy charm with a grand great room, stone fireplace, main-floor master suite, open loft, and expansive gable windows for scenic views.

The Beaver Run Log Home Floor Plan by 1867 Confederation Log Homes. Starting at 2000 sq ft, these log and timber frame designs are sure to hit the sweet spot for many in terms of size. And remember, if you're planning to finish your lower level, you can add additional space to your plan!

The rugged beauty and fuss-free style of log cabins made them one of the most beloved American home archetypes of all time. Today, the wooden retreats are cropping up in neighborhoods around the country as modern-day homeowners catch on to their rustic charm and time-tested construction. Ahead, a collection of our favorite contemporary examples of the enduring log cabin.

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A traditional log home ranch has one long roof ridge, with a fairly shallow pitch. The home’s horizontal lines look best on a flat site, but can appear more modern on a slope. Metal roofs are a wise pick for standing up to the hot sun and drifting snow. The ranch house should feel communal, with a wide-open sense of welcome. Wrap-around porches look great on a ranch home, and permit entry at a number of places. Find a ranch house plan that's perfect for you and your family.

Log home with wrap around porch on a snowy day