Log Cabin Financing – Is it harder to get a new construction loan?
Everyone shops for a log home builder in their own way, but did you know that not all log cabin home builders bid on projects the same way, they don’t build with the same construction method, and they don’t all offer the same services?
Should I Paint or Stain My Log Home?
Everyone shops for a log home builder in their own way, but did you know that not all log cabin home builders bid on projects the same way, they don’t build with the same construction method, and they don’t all offer the same services?
How To Shop For A Log Home Builder – An Insider Look At The Log Home Industry
Everyone shops for a log home builder in their own way, but did you know that not all log cabin home builders bid on projects the same way, they don’t build with the same construction method, and they don’t all offer the same services?
“Log Home Builder Near Me” — Why This Search Term May NOT Be Helping You
Discover why the popular search phrase "log home builder near me" may not be helping you build the log cabin home of your dreams and what you can do instead.
4 Tips To Help You Plan Your Dream Log Home Floor Plan
4 things you NEED to know before meeting with your architectural draftsmen to design a floor plan.
Designing A Log Home Floor Plan That Grows With You Into The Golden Years
You don't want a log home - You want a forever home! These tips will help you design a floor plan that ages with you so you can live out your golden years in the home of your dreams.
My Dream Log Cabin: Guest Shares His Story of Building A Charming Log Home
Since childhood Christine had dreamt of living in a log home. Finally, her log home dream came true. Find out how, here!
Project Spotlight- Hybrid Dovetail Cants and Timber Frame Home
Our unique non-settling construction method makes it possible for this Idahoan to build his forever home with an elevator! Click to read more...
June 2021 Newsletter
2021 March Newsletter - In October of last year we had the crazy idea of starting a Podcast - our newsletter tells more about our podcast and what it offers. Click here to read more.
How to Buy A Log Home With Confidence
Often people start out planning to build their dream log cabin, but in the process of shopping for land come across a cozy cabin that is perfect for them. Instead of building they end up buying an already existing log home. This article is designed to offer pointers of what to look out for when shopping log homes.
To Build or To Buy? 3 Things Every Cabin Lover Needs To Know Before Deciding
Are you torn between building your own custom log home or buying an existing cabin? This post will give context to the decision that may help you decide.
Log Cabin Outdoor Living Spaces
When it comes to log home outdoor living spaces Caribou Creek Log Homes is the place to find inspiration! Check out these images of gorgeous log cabin outdoor designs!
Are Log Homes Susceptible To Fire?
Interview with Insurance Agent Bea Speakman reveals the truth about log homes and their fire damage potential.
March 2021 Newsletter
2021 March Newsletter - In October of last year we had the crazy idea of starting a Podcast - our newsletter tells more about our podcast and what it offers. Click here to read more.
Project Spotlight- A Log Cabin Dream Come True
Since childhood Christine had dreamt of living in a log home. Finally, her log home dream came true. Find out how, here!
Log Cabin Interior Ideas
When it comes to log home interior ideas Caribou Creek Log Homes is the place to find inspiration! Check out these images of gorgeous log cabin interior ideas!
Log Home Construction: The Reset
People are often surprised to hear that Caribou Creek offers a service to restock our log homes on the job site. Rather than the reset taking weeks it takes days with a Caribou Creek team. Read more...
5 Tips To Plan Ahead For Your Dream Home
Is your mind filled with visions of cozy nights by the fire in your own log cabin? You have the perfect vision for where you want to be but you are struggling to find the land that matches your vision? Then you will find tons of value in today's post!
Location! Location! Location! – How to find the ideal location for your dream home
Is your mind filled with visions of cozy nights by the fire in your own log cabin? You have the perfect vision for where you want to be but you are struggling to find the land that matches your vision? Then you will find tons of value in today's post!
A Log Cabin Dream Come True
How long have you been dreaming of a log home? Have you wondered not just WHEN you will ever realize our dream, but IF you will? In this episode I share my story of how I got my dream log home against all odds.
The Caribou Difference: What Makes Caribou Creek Log Homes So Prestigious
these differences are specific to Caribou Creek and not all handcrafted log home companies have these standards, although some may...
Are Log Homes Energy Efficient?
Do you have doubts about the energy efficiency of log homes? Good news, log homes are not as bad as their reputation would lead you to believe. Find out more...
Handcrafted Log Homes
Handcrafted Log Homes are as uniqe as each owner. When cookie-cutter log kits just won't do - turn to a handcrafted log home. Continue reading to discover why handcrafted log homes have such great appeal!
Top 20 Most Charming Log Home Exteriors
Are you searching for charming log home design ideas? Look no further than our Top 20 Most Charming Log Home Exteriors. Remember to share and Pin your favorites!
The Story of Caribou Creek Ranch
Young Darin Byler, quickly hopped out of bed one snowy January morning. Rushing to the window, shivers tingled down his spine as excitement wafted over him at the sight of snow piled up on the driveway. Without a doubt, school would be cancelled today and the expansive wilderness that spread thousands of miles around his home would be his playground. Letting out a “Whoop!” he hurriedly dressed and scurried outside. After jumping onto his snowmobile, he shot off like a rocket across the snow, longing to see where the trail would lead him. Meanwhile, the rest of his family snuggled close to the fire, hot chocolate in hand, busying themselves with winter projects.
Log Home Decorating : Is hiring an Interior Designer beneficial?
To start, let’s clarify the difference between an interior decorator and an interior designer. Decorators are focused on making things look pretty. Where pictures should be hung, or what color scheme to use in the house, paint colors, etc. Designers on the other hand are much more involved in the design of a home and as I mentioned, when it comes to log homes this becomes even more important and specialized than traditionally framed homes.
5 Steps to Your Dream Log Home
When you have a dream to build a log home, it can be hard to know where to start and how to proceed. After over 30 years, we have helped hundreds of folks attain their dream by walking them through the process of planning and building a log home.
What to Expect During Log Home Construction
Once ground is broken, construction has begun! This can be a very exciting time and a very stressful one too.
Designing Your Dream Log Home
It’s time to get into the fun stuff! Designing your dream log home can be the most exciting part of the process, short of moving in of course. If you don’t already have a very clear picture of what you want your home to look like, here is a list of a few questions to ponder that will get you started.
Finding the Right Team to Build Your Dream Log Home
You’ve dreamt of building your custom log home for years and you are finally ready to get the building process underway! You have the perfect land secured, you have all the pins saved on your Pinterest board, and have spent hours planning the house layout. The next step is to assemble the right team to get your project underway.
How to Find the Right Land for Your Dream Log Home
The second step to getting your dream log home is to have the right land lot. Of course, if you already have land then you can mark this step off and move onto choosing the right team for your project. However, our experience is that many people dream of a log home, but struggle to find the right land. As a result we felt it was worthwhile to offer some guidance on the subject.
Determining A Budget for Your Dream Log Home
When planning your dream log cabin home the first step is determining a budget for your project. It really isn’t so much about knowing how much a log home costs as it is about knowing how much you can afford.
Machine Milled Log Home Kit vs. Handcrafted Log Cabin Home Kit
What is a handcrafted log cabin home? Just the name sounds more expensive because often we assume that products produced by hand will cost more than products that are massed produced. However, we think you will be happily surprised! Continue reading to find out what the differences are between Machined Log Home Kits and Handcrafted Log Cabin Kits and if there really is much of a price difference!
3 Log Home Dream Killers
Trust us when we say, the last thing we want is for your log home dream to die, which is precisely the reason we are sharing this post. Too often folks come to us with a desire for a log cabin, often something they have been planning for a decade, and for one reason or another their project gets temporarily put on hold or is moved completely off the table.
Caribou Creek’s Best Handcrafted Staircases
In many cases a rustic log home just is not complete without a handcrafted log staircase. After 30 years of handcrafting log homes we have built many beautiful staircases. Here are some of our favorites!
Choosing Your Log Home Style
In many cases a rustic log home just is not complete without a handcrafted log staircase. After 30 years of handcrafting log homes we have built many beautiful staircases. Here are some of our favorites!