Dwell’s Top 10 Cabins of 2018

Contemporary, cozy, and oh-so charming—these woodsy homes prove cabin fever can indeed be a very good thing.

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If you ask us, there are very few things in this world that can compare to an idyllic cabin retreat. Whether perched beside a tranquil lake or nestled deep in the heart of an alpine forest, these sensational modern shelters offer the perfect excuse to go off the grid for a bit and reconnect with Mother Nature.

While we adored all of the countless cabins we featured during 2018, below are the top 10 that resonated with our readers most. From enchanting, off-grid cabins that look straight out of a fairy tale to acclaimed architect Jim Olson's first project in 1959 that has evolved into his own extraordinary family oasis, get ready for an alluring dose of cabin fever.

10. Tiny, Off-the-Grid Cabins Near Joshua Tree

Surrounded by boulders and twisted yuccas, these two cabins in the Mojave Desert stand like Monopoly houses, with their steel siding weathered to a tawny finish. But behind the simple gabled forms lies a complex network that enables them to operate wholly off the grid.

9. An Old A-Frame Cabin That Has Been Beautifully Transformed in California

A dated property in the mountains of Big Bear, California, is upgraded to highlight its stunning A-frame design.

8. A Roundup of Fairy Tale-Like, Off-Grid Cabins

Designer and builder Jacob Witzling’s handcrafted cabins have a dreamy, fantastical quality that makes them truly one-of-a-kind.

7. A Modern Cabin Mingles With Nature Via Large Windows and Glazed Doors

Nestled at the base of a dramatic rocky butte, a tiny cabin in the woods of Washington blurs the distinction between indoors and out.

6. A Prefabricated Cor-Ten Steel Cabin That Lets You Go Totally Off the Grid

Available for as low as $55,000, the Artist Bothy is a multipurpose, prefab hut designed to promote a creative spark in residents.

5. Two Connected Cabins That Make Up a Spectacular Colorado Retreat

Designed to capture the character of traditional wooden cabins within a contemporary framework, this family residence in Fairplay, Colorado, is comprised of two volumes linked by an outdoor deck.

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Cabin Porn: Inspiration for Your Quiet Place Somewhere

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Rural escapes for those yearning for a simpler existence, by the creators of the wildly popular Tumblr Cabin Porn. Created by a group of friends who preserve 55 acres of hidden forest in Upstate New York, Cabin Porn began as a scrapbook to collect inspiration for their building projects.

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