Buying Land
Every log home — particularly those in rural areas — begins with the perfect piece of property it sits on. Learn how to find and buy your own slice of paradise with our expert information and tips for purchasing land.

Unspoiled, undeveloped land is prime log and timber real estate, but there are a few unfamiliar factors to consider as you prepare it for construction.
We break down the vital role this process plays in your future home.
Designing for a sloped lot has its ups and downs, but with creativity and proper planning, you can call a mountainside site home.
Build your log or timber home in one of our favorite spots and plan for nothing but smooth sailing ahead.
A log-and-timber industry insider shares his observations (and advice) about the growing urge to leave big cities behind in pursu…
Log homes are designed to take the worst Mother Nature can throw at them — and do it with beauty and grace.
When you own a piece of property, are you the only one who has the right to access it? We take a look at the world of property ea…
You’ll spend your time enjoying the views from your waterfront log home — not worrying about maintenance — when you follow these …
Save your “blank slates” for art and interior design projects. When it comes to landscaping a waterfront log home, starting from …
Choosing a remote building site has its host of rewards, but it also poses some challenges. If getting away from it all is what y…
Are you looking for a Rocky Mountain high or a little house on the prairie? Steep pitches and flatlands are the two ends of the p…
Looking for the perfect plot for your log home? These 5 tips will help make buying land easier than ever.
When you find the perfect land for your log home, know how much to pay.
How to evaluate your land’s potential for building a log home.
Take our quiz to figure out what region to build your dream log home.
There are reasons why the land might be cheap. Build your dream log home smart with more tips
Here are a few top inspection tips when considering purchasing an existing log home or cabin.
It turns out heaven does exist All it takes to get there is a visit to the ethereal mountain town of Estes Park, Colorado.
In this download we share some specific cases of tricky sites and how to make them work.
It's no secret waterfront properties make idyllic settings for log homes. But there are a few things you should keep in mind when…
What should you look for when you’re shopping for land for your log home site? These five tips will help you narrow the field.
You are here. Your dream is there. Here’s how to make a long distance log home build a success.
Whether your lifestyle lends itself more to skiing in the mountains or nestling in the woods, you'll want a log home style with both looks and functionality in its design.
Your driveway is literally your road to log home dream fulfillment. Ensure you’re on solid ground during construction and beyond.
Learn about the methods to overcome the two biggest obstacles to log home living: the log home buying process itself and your log…
Finding the perfect home site goes far beyond discovering a spot with a great view. Before you buy, read on for a few factors you…
Get answers to the most common questions about building a log home on a sloped site, plus, seven quick tips for success.