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04 Jul 2022

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Cabin in the Woods

Cabin in the Vermont woods

When all around the world is white, what better place to kick off the snow and settle back than in a warm, cozy cabin in the woods.

This rustic cabin, nestled among the trees on a remote site in South Lincoln, VT, is far away from the hustle and bustle of every day life.

When homeowners Eric and Phiona Milano decided to build, they had three things in mind: (1) they wanted to stay within their budget; (2) they wanted an eco-friendly, green getaway; and (3) all building materials would have to be hand-carried over a metal pedestrian bridge that crossed the New Haven River, then up a narrow footpath to the actual building site.

After working closely with their architect, Joan Heaton Architects, and builder, Silver Maple Construction, their dream cabin became a reality.

Half the fun is getting there

Winding path to the bridge
Bridge spanning New Haven River
Cabin in the woods

[above left to right] A metal pedestrian bridge, spanning the New Haven River, was built first and took three months to complete. It was positioned so it would not be seen from the road. All materials for the cabin had to be hand-carried over the bridge and up the hill to the actual building site.

Great room

The great room features large windows and wood throughout—a high, natural pine ceiling with exposed beams . . . reclaimed wood flooring in a variety of species . . . and white pickled pine walls. A ceiling fan helps circulate heat from the wood stove throughout the cabin. The small antique dining table is on wheels, and can be moved easily.

Kitchen

The cabin takes advantage of a warm southerly exposure and beautiful views. All wood was milled locally. Homeowner Phiona Milano pickled and marbled the pine-paneled walls. Antiques and an earthy décor in forest hues blend seamlessly with the surrounding Vermont woodland.

Spiral staircase

The spiral staircase and blue kitchen cupboard were found at Vermont Salvage.

Master bedroom

The cabin is small—just 600 square feet—but has plenty of space for the Milanos and their son to live well and comfortably. There’s a master bedroom in the loft area and a smaller bedroom below.

Bathroom

Old doors and a claw-foot tub were purchased at Mason Brothers Architectural Salvage. The bathroom sink sits on an old metal grain feeder that Eric and Phiona picked up at an antiques shop. Hot water is from a propane heater; the Milanos have to carry in the propane tanks. Exposed copper piping allows the Milanos to easily drain the pipes when shutting the cabin down.

Natural pine ceiling

A high, natural pine ceiling with exposed beams adds volume and a sense of space to the small cabin. All walls in all rooms are paneled; there is no drywall anywhere.

Front porch

The cabin was built with as little impact on the land as possible. Round logs from trees cleared from the site were used as porch supports.

Cabin in the woods

[above] The cabin blends in nicely with the environment and has a sense of age and permanence.

[right] Exterior siding is a local rough-sawn pine. Barn doors glide over windows and outer doors to easily close the cabin when not in use.

Cabin in the Vermont woods
Cabin in the woods

In the quiet serenity of the surrounding woods, the cabin glows.

Source: “Houzz Tour: Cozy Vermont Cabin Blanketed in Charm,” written by Joanne Palmisano, Interior Designer.
Architect: Joan Heaton Architects.
Builder: Silver Maple Construction.
All photos: Susan Teare, Architectural Photographer.
Phiona Milano’s website and blog: Nido.
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  1. Ann says

    Friday, October 26, 2012 at 2:56 PM

    The bathroom sink base looks like an old galvanized laundry tub to me.

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