A couple’s cabin is the perfect place to spend quality time with your significant other. Maybe you and your spouse have a tradition of taking romantic weekend trips to a cabin in the woods each year. Now you’re ready to build your own log cabin. Or perhaps the dream of owning a log home started many years ago during visits to your family’s lakeside cabin.

Whether you’re dreaming of a cozy couple’s cabin overlooking a creek or a large home with sweeping views of the mountains, we’ve put together some tips for creating a space you’ll both enjoy for years to come.

Luxury Features for Your Couple’s Cabin

Building your own log home gives you the flexibility to add luxury features and amenities right from the start. Here are some features to consider for your romantic cabin.

Fireplace/Hearth

There’s nothing like cuddling up in front of a crackling fire with your sweetheart. A traditional fireplace adds romantic ambiance to the cabin and is perfect for chilly winter evenings. To make your cabin’s hearth the central feature of the space, consider a handcrafted log mantel and stone or river rock façade.

Today you have many options, from traditional wood-burning hearths to enclosed ventless fireplace models. This makes it possible to install a fireplace in virtually any room of the home, including bedrooms, kitchens, and bathrooms.

Private Outdoor Space

Adding a deck, porch, or balcony is a great way to expand your living space, especially if you opt for a floor plan with a smaller footprint. You’ll love dining outside together on warm summer nights and cuddling up under starry skies.

Consider adding a swinging bench for two on your deck or patio. This whimsical addition is a romantic way to spend quality time together.

Kitchen with Island/Bar Seating

If you or your partner loves cooking, you’ll want to put some thought into your cabin’s kitchen design. Many homeowners today are opting for kitchens with island or bar seating. This way you can prep, cook, and enjoy meals together. And if you’re wine enthusiasts, you might consider a small built-in wine cellar for your kitchen island.

Whirlpool Bathtub/Outdoor Hot Tub

A soaking tub is practically a must for a couple’s cabin. What could be more relaxing than sipping champagne under the stars?

If you love long, hot baths, consider adding a large whirlpool tub in the main bathroom under a picture window. Or opt for an outdoor hot tub under a canopy of trees or beneath a romantic vine-covered arbor or pergola.

Cozy Bedroom with a View

The main bedroom is a couple’s sanctuary. To make the most of romantic weekends away, opt for a bedroom with a view. Consider a large picture window with sweeping views of the surrounding landscape.

Another option is French doors that open onto a deck or balcony, with plush seating where you can take in beautiful sunsets. Also consider a fireplace and soft recessed lighting for your bedroom retreat.

Bar with Handcrafted Wood Accents

A bar is a great addition to a couple’s cabin. It’s a place where you can mix and enjoy your favorite drinks, and it’s the perfect gathering spot when you have guests over. You don’t need a huge bar to make an impact. A compact corner bar with handcrafted wood accents and features like backlighting can help you create a unique and eye-catching space.

Home Movie Theater

With the widespread availability of large flat screen TVs at affordable price points, it’s possible to create a first-class home theater without a huge investment.

Consider dedicating a space in the cabin for your home theater, such as an extra bedroom, an unused corner, or a loft. Invest in plush, comfortable seating, dimmable lighting, and a snack and beverage station for easy access to goodies on movie nights.

Featured Cabins for Couples

We’ve hand-picked a few cabins from our catalog we think are perfect for couples.

Highlands Ranch

This two-bedroom, two-bath log cabin feels grand, despite its modest size. The open floor plan allows for effortless movement, and lots of windows and a generous wraparound deck allow you to enjoy the great outdoors from every room. It’s the perfect retreat for two, whether you’re planning to build a dreamy wine valley home or a cabin in the woods.

Andover

If you want room to spread out with lots of deck space, our Andover model is ideal. With two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a loft spread across 1.5 stories, you’ll have plenty of room to add special features like a whirlpool bathtub, home movie theater or game room, and gourmet kitchen. You’ll love taking in the views from the large deck and enjoying sunrises and sunsets with your sweetheart.

Dillon

This three-bedroom, three-bath home is a picture-perfect cabin for couples, with a split-level floor plan that’s ideal for hosting guests. The first-floor main bedroom opens onto the deck, perfect for sipping morning coffee or admiring the sunset with a glass of wine. The home features an open floor plan with cathedral ceilings, making the main living space feel grand. It’s a great choice for young couples, as the additional bedrooms make it possible to start or expand a family.

Build Your Dream Couple’s Cabin with eLoghomes

eLoghomes makes it easier to build a romantic cabin for weekend trips or year-round living.

Our log home packages come with everything your builder or general contractor needs to start building your log home. Each of our home models is fully customizable, so you can create the home of your dreams, down to the last detail.

Search our catalog of more than 200 log home models to find your perfect couple’s cabin!