If you’re dreaming of living in a log cabin, these are the 8 best log cabin kits to look at. There’s something for everyone here: every budget, every size, and every style.
Keep reading to the end of the list for 6 important questions to ask your cabin kit builder and what to keep in mind while you research.
The 8 Best Log Cabin Kits
Here’s a list of the top 8 log cabin kits on the market right now. This includes options that are considered small or tiny and the most budget friendly options as possible.
There’s truly a cabin kit for everyone in this list. If you’re just starting your search for a cabin kit, click through to a variety of websites to get a feel for what’s available and a range of costs. There’s a wide range of materials, labor options, designs and sizes in this list!
1. Conestoga Log Cabins
Small & Budget-friendly Cabin Kits
Conestoga has a range of log cabin kits. They have plenty of options under 1,100 sqft (and even some under 500 sqft). If you’re looking for a small kit, this is a great place to start. Their homes are also beautiful, perfectly capturing the essence of charming log cabins.
PERFECT FOR: someone with a limited budget who is looking for a small or tiny kit. Click the button below to browse their kits from around 1,100 sqft – 169 sqft.
2. Southland Log Homes
Two Small Budget Friendly Kits Under $20,000
Southland Log Homes designs beautiful log homes. They offer two small log cabin kits, both under $20,000. Southland has larger home kits as well – as one of the industry leaders in cabin building, they have almost every design you could imagine. Check out their site for lots of kit options and some log home inspiration.
PERFECT FOR: Someone who would like a small/tiny (16 x 24 ft or 12 x 20 ft) cabin that comes easily delivered & is created by one of the most popular log home builders (Southland Log Homes)! They are also able to create custom orders.
Click the button below to see both kit options (and the have larger homes as well if you’re interested).
3. Battle Creek Log Homes
Beautiful Small Kit Designs Under 1,000 sqft
Battle Creek has a series of cabins that are all under 1,000 sqft. They are each SO beautiful in their own way. It’s easy to see one of these being your dream home. We especially love the high-lofted plans (probably because they’re the most similar we’ve seen to our cabin 🙂 ).
PERFECT FOR: Someone dreaming of a small, beautiful, traditional log cabin. Click the button below to see several beautiful options in a range of sizes. You can also click individual models to see price + labor costs.
4. Coventry Log Homes
Picture Perfect Log Kits for Under $50,000
Once you see the photos of coventry log homes you’ll understand why they’re described as ‘picture perfect.’ These small log cabin kits are the ultimate getaway with one bedroom and two bedroom options. All for under $50,000.
PERFECT FOR: Someone who is just starting their cabin kit search or would like to see many options. Coventry is an established builder with options for everyone that are stunning. If you’re just starting to look for a kit, this is a great site to click around and see options of what’s available:
5. Merrimac Log Homes
Ready to Assemble DIY Kits
All of Merrimac’s kits come ready to assemble. They give you everything you need to construct your cabin (or you can hire someone to help with the labor). These are best for someone who wants to save money by building their own cabin. These are the the ultimate DIY option.
PERFECT FOR: Someone who wants a ready-to-assemble kit. You’ll assemble these kits yourself or hire some local help to save on labor costs. These kits come delivered with everything you need to assemble the cabin.
6. Frontier Log Homes
Hand Peeled, Full Round Log Kit
We love frontier log homes because they keep the old fashioned spirit of log cabin living: they hand peel every log using a drawknife and then notch it by hand using a hammer. They only use full, round logs for beautiful homes. Each log is unique, and because of this, each of their kits feels like it was made just for your own dream home. Kits range from under 1,500 sqft to over 3,500 sqft.
PERFECT FOR: Someone who wants a unique cabin and loves the idea of old-fashioned, hand-cut logs. These homes are truly one of a kind.
7. Amish Cabin Co.
RV Option
Amish Cabin Co makes cabins on wheels – they are all RV style log cabins. Built in an Amish factory in Kentucky, the quality of these homes is beautiful. These are a small, budget-friendly option without sacrificing quality and beautiful wood.
PERFECT FOR: Someone who wants an RV-style cabin. These look like log cabins but can be parked in RV parks.
8. DIY Log Cabin Kits
Logs Only Kits, Under $50,000
DIY Log Cabins offers a series of logs-only kits, all under $50,000. They give you pre-cut logs, assembled materials, and plans to build your own cabin. They have a clear list of what’s included & what’s not, and you can pick up non-included items locally a discount warehouse to save money and shipping costs.
PERFECT FOR: Someone who wants to do as much as possibly by themselves, DIY. These kits come with basic building materials (mostly the pre-cut logs and materials to assemble them) and then you’ll source remaining building materials locally to save costs. They have a great range of sizes & designs.
EXTRA: BZB Cabins
Maybe you’re not looking exclusively for a log cabin and if that’s the case, BZB Cabins is a great company that sells eco-friendly, customizable, and DIY prefab cabins for a very affordable price.
How to Find The Right Log Cabin Kit for You: 6 Questions to Ask
As you research log cabin kits, there’s a few things you’ll want to keep in mind. Every kit and every manufacturer is different.
It’s important to ask questions like the following as you do your research:
- Is the kit customizable?
- Can it be built in the state/region where you want it?
- What comes with the kit?
- What exactly is included in the price of the kit?
- Is shipping included in the price?
- Will you build/install it yourself?
Keep these questions in mind as you go through this list and look at kits. Once you find a kit you like, the next step will be to start talking to the manufacturer to get more information.
The Next Step to Find Your Dream Log Cabin Kit
There’s endless options for log cabin kits on the market and it’s easy to get overwhelmed. If you’re just starting the process keep in mind that the 2 top factors to consider are budget and size. Once you have these set you’ll be able to narrow down your options.
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