Crafting Unique Masterpieces: The Artistry of Custom Antler Chandeliers

Looking for that one-of-a-kind accent piece to adorn your Caribou Creek cabin? Check out our interview with the artist behind Custom Antler Designs
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How to prevent thousands of dollars in log repairs early!

Maintaining a log home is a responsibility we cannot ignore. It's time to confront it head-on. - Scott Eden, Founder of Nortek Copper Works.
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A dream log home for Christmas

Dream Log Home For Christmas

On a remote 11 acre parcel in the quiet woods of Montana sits a stunning modern mountain home that features huge arched timber trusses, a dovetail log walls, as well
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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
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Should I paint or Stain my Log Home

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
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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
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“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.
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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.
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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
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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!
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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...
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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.
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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
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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.
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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!
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Are Log Homes Susceptible To Fire?

Interview with Insurance Agent Bea Speakman reveals the truth about log homes and their fire damage potential.
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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.
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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!
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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!
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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...
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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...
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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
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Charming Log Home

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!
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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