Perhaps it was one of the more luxurious ones such as the mountain king or maybe you like the thought of a back to basics simplified hand built s.
Build mini log cabin.
Cedar or white pine are good materials for this step since they are easy to work with and will make fastening the veneer logs easier.
Cut off the bark and a thin slab off the side of each limb.
This is how we built an entire small off grid cabin from start to finish using a portable sawmill.
Saw the limbs along their length.
Did any of these homes inspire you to build your own small cabin or even just long to talk a weekend break in one.
We are now working on the outhouse.
If this is something that interests you you can read more about how to build a log cabin from scratch here.
Arguably the most attractive thing about a small cabin is the increased likelihood of only needing a cheaper more simple foundation compared to the potential deep excavation for a larger 4 5 bedroom two story log home.