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Cabins and Board Games See the words "risk," "trouble" and "sorry" in a sentence and you can be certain you're reading about some hapless blunder. But see those same words in a cabin closet and you can be certain you're looking at blue-eyed nostalgia in the form of board games. . . . Keep reading Cabin Stargazing The night sky ranks as cabin life's most overlooked amenity. It's a belief born from the realization that in this age of artificial light, night has become a cheap approximation, downgrading the spectacle of stars to that of unicorn-like rumor. It's not until we step out of our cabins at night, far from ambient light, that we recognize this bonus, and feel as if our decks and yards are open-air planetariums, minus, of course narration and some guy with a red laser pointer. . . . Keep reading Cabin Residency and the Befuddlement of Friends Moving from city to full-time cabin residency is an easy transition, provided you're not dependent upon sweeping approval from friends. Particularly those whose idea of a "rural experience" is shopping at Pottery Barn. . . . Keep reading Sensible soaring ceilings Cabin plans with really high ceilings are very popular, mainly because a structure with elevated ceilings is exciting to see and fun to live in. There's no denying the fact that towering ceilings create drama in a cabin design! If high ceilings are important to you, you should definitely include this feature in your cabin plan. However, if done without careful thought and planning, incorporating high ceilings into your cabin design can take a big bite out of your cabin's square footage, escalate your heating costs, and cut down on view potential. . . . Keep reading Naming Your Cabin Among the strangest customs of cabin life is the need to name our cabins. I say strange because none of us ever feel compelled to name our homes or condominiums, but only our cabins. A related quirk, I guess, to how we name boats but not cars. Or to how we name ranches but not farms. . . . Keep reading More

New features added to Cabin Stuff site MemberGate, the software that helps us run the Cabin Stuff site, has added several new features that we'll be introducing this month. . . . Keep reading Are you looking for additional exposure for your cabin-related products or services? CabinStuff.com is currently seeking experts on cabin related topics. . . . Keep reading Started Cabin Dreams Blog I have started a blog at http://blog.CabinStuff.com/. This is a place where I write thoughts I have about cabin stuff. This blog is for cabin owners, those dreaming about being a cabin owner, and those who are just interested in cabins in general. . . . Keep reading

Build Your Perfect Cabin Congratulations! You've decided to take the plunge and buy or build a cabin. You've realized that there are very few things in this life that may be more rewarding, but you want to build the perfect cabin. Unfortunately, like most people, you have never built a cabin before and have no idea where to start. Believe it or not, building a cabin that exceeds all of your dreams may be easier than you think. . . . Keep reading Benefits of a cabin sauna Time in a cabin sauna is time well spent. Saunas come in many varieties, however, it can be more convenient for friends and family if the sauna can be accessed from the actual cabin building. . . . Keep reading Maintaining safe relationships with cabin buddies One of the joys of cabin living is proximity to amazing animals. Observing the behavior of raccoons, foxes, deer, bear, moose, and other wildlife can be great fun! However, you'll want to ensure that your fascination with furry friends doesn't jeopardize the safety of your family and pets. . . . Keep reading Cabin Plumbing and Rainwater Flushing Systems Cabin plumbing is notorious for giving cabin dwellers a headache! If you're not on the grid, you are pretty much out of luck. Tired of your outdated outhouse? For the rustic cabin owner, that may not be as good as it gets. Rainwater flushing systems are becoming easier to understand and less expensive. While not for everybody, in many regions rainwater flushing systems can mean indoor plumbing (at least a toilet!) for those cabin dwellers who have given up some modern luxuries. . . . Keep reading Leverage your cabin stay into a weight-loss tool You know you should lose some weight. You've tried some diets and weight-loss techniques, but you always end up giving in to temptation because -- if you're like most people in advanced societies -- hamburgers, French fries, milkshakes, cookies, candy, and ice cream are just minutes away from where you live. Here's a thought: the next time you're at your cabin for an extended stay (a couple of weeks or more), use the cabin's remote location as a weight-loss "tool." . . . Keep reading More