Forest Retreat Cabin

This modern cabin features custom milled pine shingles, a white cedar walkway and surrounding deck space completed with a sandblasted steel rail.

By Susan Teare

The Forest Retreat Cabin was built in the fall of 2016. Located in Addison County, Vermont, the cabin is a modern retreat, nestled on a wooded hill to take advantage of expansive mountain views. The design includes a cantilevered roof, with numerous trapezoidal windows on three sides bringing one’s attention to the beauty of the outdoors. Attractive wood finishes on the exterior include custom milled pine shingles, a white cedar walkway and surrounding deck space completed with a sandblasted steel rail overlooking the peaceful landscape.

For a glimpse at this home’s interior and deck, click here.

Read a detailed account of this home’s design and construction in the article: “Magnificent Mountain Cabin”

Smith & McClain, Building Energy Design
Architectural Design by David Flaschenriem
Landscape Design and Installation by Ed Burke of Rocky Dale Gardens

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Forest Retreat Cabin

This modern cabin features custom milled pine shingles, a white cedar walkway and surrounding deck space completed with a sandblasted steel rail.

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