The antique logs (150 years +-) are authentic, handhewn, and originally used in a remote pioneer cabin deep in the North Carolina mountains. This cabin was disassembled and the logs were moved to our construction site.
During construction the logs were manually raised using a pulley system similar to the old method, then the logs were fitted into the existing notches by hand.
The river stone covering the foundation are from an historic chimney left standing on the site of another early settlers cabin. The fireplace surround, the bed frame, and several small tables were made from extra logs.
The cabin sits on 14 secluded acres overlooking a spring fed pond and is a retreat for our family.
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Pulley constructed to raise logs into place. No heavy equipment was used.
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Early construction - the size of the logs determined the window placement and size.
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Large airy bedroom on second floor. Windows allow cross ventilation and light supplemented with ceiling fan. Notice the bedframe constructed from the logs.
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Custom built kitchen optimizes corner with open shelves, corner access, and topped with wormy maple countertop. Small stainless sink is from a sail boat. Fireplace surround is from the hand hewn logs.
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Cabin sits on a knoll overlooking a fresh water pond. Front porch a great place for relaxing. 5 windows and two doors allow for good cross ventilation and light on the first floor. Fireplace provides warmth and atmosphere. Cabin has running water, electricity and septic system.
