DIY Cabin Kit

530 SQFT Under Roof

 Our cabin kit is a 12’ x 20’ cabin with a covered porch that is 8’x20’. It offers 2 lofts.  The large loft is 7’3” x 12’, the small loft is 4’x12’. 

Including the loft space, our cabin offers approx. 530 square feet of covered space!  

Exterior Features:

  • Board and batten exterior siding
  • Metal roof with roofing color options
  • 2”x8” roof joists 
  • Radiant Barrier House Wrap
  • Covered front porch 8’x20′
  • 6″x6″  cabin post 

  • 4″x4″ porch posts
  • Tongue and groove sub floors

  • Pressure treated lumber for all floor beams

  • Siding and other exposed wood treated for termites, ants and fungus.

  • 8 windows to offer plenty of light and ventilation

  • Center beam supported floor for a no flex feel

  • 2 different loft configurations

 The lofts are reversible and can be configured with the lofts facing either direction.  

Interior Ready to be finished

  • Exposed Rough Cut Loft Beams
  • Rough Cut Loft Floors
  • Removable Loft Ladder
  • Covered Front Porch Designed for Sitting
  • 8 Windows Offering Light and Ventilation
  • Interior Ready To Finish Any Way You Choose

*** Wood Stove Not Included***

Instructional Videos

Step by Step Instructions

In addition to instructional videos, we include a set of comprehensive instructions.  

Still Have Questions, Give Us A Call and Our Build Team Will Help Answer Your Questions!

For years we have built and consulted people on many different kinds of structures being turned into living spaces.&nbsp; After seeing the challenges people face creating a home we wanted to do something about it.&nbsp; <br><br>

So when we decided to build a kit and there were several major things we wanted to accomplish:

  1. It had to be awesome!  I know that sounds crazy but we never wanted to build something that would just get by.  We wanted to help create a space that would be functional and look great.  So in our kits we use beefy 4”x6” exposed loft beams and rough cut flooring on the lofts.  This gives it the charm of a cabin no matter how you choose to finish it out.
  2. It had to be buildable. Most people we encounter don’t work as a general contractor and are intimidated by the process of building a house.  We understand that and have broken our kits into bit size pieces that we believe almost any can install, regardless of your construction experience.  We offer step by step instructions and a full video series of how to install one.  Still have questions?  You can call our helpline and we will get you back on track.  We hope that our kits will inspire confidence in those that build them, so in the future they can take that knowledge and build other things.

  3. Had to be a time saver.  We understand most people have limited time to work on a project like this and are forced to do some starting and stopping in the build process.  With our pre cut kits we aim to make that possible.  We did most of the cutting for you, so you can simply assemble and enjoy!

What's Included In The Kit

What's Not Included

  • We Include all the materials that are required to build the shell
  • Framing wood
  • Siding
  • Radiant Barrier House Wrap
  • Metal Roof
  • Structural Screws
  • Construction Adhesive
  • Brackets
  • Door
  • Windows
  •  Insulation
  • Framing Nails
  • Concrete

Specs

  • Cabin Exterior Measurements 12’x20′
  • Front Porch 8’x20′
  • Metal Roof
  • Cabin Roof Pitch 40 degrees (10:12 Pitch) 
  • Window rough openings 24″x30″
  • Door Rough opening 38″x82-1/2″
  • Cabin Posts 6″x6″
  • Porch Posts 4″x4″
  • Siding Rough Cut Board and Batten
  • Walls 2″x4″
  • Ceiling Joists 2″x8″
  • Porch Roof Joists 2″x6″
  • 7/16 Osb walls and roof
  • Advantec Tongue and Groove Subfloor
  • Pressure Treated Floor Joists and posts
  • 4″x6″ Rough Cut Loft Beams
  • Synthetic Roofing Underlayment

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: Do I Need Construction Experience To Build This?

Answer: While previous construction experience is certainly a plus its not required.  We have broken this kit down to the smallest sections for you to have to deal with.  While most of the cutting has been done there is a small amount of custom fitting required.  So if you think you can use a saw and a nail gun, we believe you can build this cabin.

Question: Why Don’t You Include Doors, Windows and Insulation?

Answer: Simple, to save you money! All of these items are standard sizes and easy to purchase from your hardware store.  We see no reason to purchase them mark them up and then have you pay to ship them.  With our kit we give a short list of the items you will need to purchase locally.

Question: How long is your lead time?

Answer: Currently our lead time is 60 days but, this changes frequently and will be defined at the time of purchase.