Designed in nature and eco friendly I’m happy to share with you the Tye River Cabin located in Skykomish, Washington. The architects, Olson Kundig, designed this cabin with large windows and glass doors for entertaining and inviting the outdoors in. I feel these features give the modern river cabin a more natural feel.

The cabin is compact yet cozy and fully equipped with a kitchen, living room with a fireplace, two bedrooms and a bathroom. I think this cabin in the woods would make a nice peaceful place to live, how about you?  Enjoy the photos below and let us know what you think are about this cabin down by the river.

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600 Sq. Ft. Tye River Cabin in Washington

Images © Olson Kundig

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If you ever find yourself planning a trip to Azay-sur-Cher, France (about  3 hours south of Paris) you could rent this 252 sq. ft. gypsy caravan cabin.

It’s location is not far from Loire castles and royal city of Amboise. This cabin is just the right size for two people staying on a holiday.

As you walk up the stairs to a small porch you enter the cabin through glass French doors. In the living area you will see the full-functioning kitchen, dinner table and small couch to relax.

Towards the back of the cabin you will find the bathroom and master bedroom. The bathroom has a shower, toilet and sink.

The large deck outside provides great space to sit and enjoy the scenery.

Let’s take a look at the gypsy cabin below.

252 Sq. Ft. Gypsy Caravan Cabin in France

Images © La Roulotte des Augers

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This two-level cabin or F House is 979 sq. ft and certainly big enough for a small family. The outdoor patio provides extra space for gathering with family and friends.

The design is minimalist mixed with modern.  As you go inside through the large glass doors you will be right in the kitchen.

The living room, dining area and bathroom are also on the lower level of the cabin.

The large patio glass doors provide the kitchen with plenty of natural sunlight.

I really love the bathtub because it can be lit up with LED lights, allowing it to glow from within. Pretty cool!

Check out this small cabin and see what you think.

979 Sq. Ft. Cabin for Small Family

Images © Daniel Moulinet

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Deek just published a video tour that his brother, Dustin, shot of the Bolt Together House. According to Deek, in 1972 this small house design was featured in Family Circle Magazine.

I recognized it from Lester Walker’s book, The Tiny Book of Tiny Houses which was published in 1993. Apparently, more than 25,000 people purchased a set of plans for the bolt together house. I wonder how many other versions of it are out there, which remain standing. Back in 1972, this tiny cabin could be built for just $2,500 and most of the work could be done at home and then assembled on site. At just 224 square feet, the design accommodates two adults and two children.

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The Bolt Together House!

That’s a photo I took from the feature in Lester Walker’s book, which you might be able to find on Amazon.

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Lost Lodge at Lake Cumberland offers rustic cabin rentals in south central Kentucky. Lake Cumberland features approximately 1,250 miles of shoreline and more than 60,000 acres of water, making it one of the larger lakes in the United States.

Design Details

• Location: Lost Lodge, Lake Cumberland, Kentucky
• Type: One-bedroom cabin (smallest available)
• Style: Rustic
• Amenities: Full amenities included
• Activities: Fishing, boating, skiing, swimming

Cabin Exterior

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