Take a look inside of this rustic cabin located in Marion, North Carolina, United States. This charming, wood cabin is nestled amongst lush mountain laurels providing a very private and secluded atmosphere. Take in the sights and sounds of nature from the generous wraparound porch which overlooks the babbling brook and mossy rocks below. This vacation home gives you the chance to unwind and unplug while being surrounded by nature. This creekside wood cabin is located on 24 wooded acres, where you are invited to get outside and explore the private hiking trails, mountain views, and creeks this special place has to offer. The wood-burning stove adds coziness to your evenings. You will find a good supply of firewood in the shed next to the cabin. There is no charge for the firewood. It’s no wonder that log cabins are as popular today as they were a hundred years ago. The following are some of the reasons why people love log cabins so much.
Incredible Insulation Powers. A well-maintained log cabin building has better interior temperature control, no matter the season. Regardless of the time of day or night, wood retains and releases heat equally well. As a result, no matter what the weather brings, you won’t have to worry about keeping the log cabin cozy. Both the heating and air-conditioning systems won’t have to work as hard, which will result in less expensive utility bills. Even without air conditioning, a log cabin stays nice and cool during the hottest summer months. A well-constructed and designed log cabin should provide adequate insulation no matter where you live. This is mainly due to the thickness of the logs and their ability to absorb heat which they then release at night. If you are concerned about buying an older place in a hot climate, be sure it has plenty of energy-efficient windows.
Log Cabins Offer Excellent Noise Control. Quality building materials and insulation mean more than a comfortable indoor temperature year-round. It also translates into superior noise control compared with a more traditional home. One of the nicest things about living in a log cabin is how quiet they are. The insulation that makes them so temperature stable also helps block outside noise. If you think that a cozy log home is a perfect place to settle into and celebrate the natural beauty of your environment, then maybe the log cabin lifestyle will work for you, too.
Log Cabins are Beautiful Both Inside and Out. Log cabin buildings have been around since 3500 B.C. and have never gone out of style. Plus, the inside of log cabins usually has a lot of charm. You can find log cabins in a variety of different sized, and styles. You might like the 1800s style of thick logs and chinking. You may, however, like the more modern style of the Lincoln Log look. The sky is the limit when it comes to the endless variety of log cabins to choose from, there is something for every lifestyle and budget.
