The off-grid cabin in Florence, New York, is a stunning example of the charm of selfsufficient living, where a small 600-square-foot getaway on 4 acres of pristine forest provides one bedroom with loft, one bathroom, a living room, and a kitchen which together make up a rustic refuge for people wanting solitude and to connect with nature. Made with hand-built logs and a well-thought-out plan, this cabin mirrors the nature of the Adirondacks – the way the logs’ shining brown color is lit by the sun filtering through the trees, the loft being a place for looking at the stars, and the woods around making the sound of the wind passing through the pine trees.
The appeal of the cabin lies in its simple and genuine nature, a place where the fog from the forest floor meets the first sun rays, where the wood stove’s quiet popping is the evening’s friend, and where every little thing – from the rainwater collection system to the plain rain gutters – is in agreement with the earth. It’s more than just a place; it’s a lovely call to off-grid living, to letting the seasons decide the day, and to discovering great happiness in the nature of the quiet and unchanging rhythm of the earth.
Wood and nature are the main themes of the cabin’s outside, and its strong base comes up from the ground as if it had been there all the time, the logs being stacked with the accuracy of a perfect builder, their golden colors being like the forest itself had given its light. The steel roof, which is long-lasting and black, is inclined in such a way that it can get rid of the heavy New York snow, and the slate porch in front is offering a great base for the outdoor furniture – a place for coffee as the fog is going off the spring-fed pond, or for evening fires where the stars can be seen reflected on the water.
The 4-acre land is a private paradise, with the pond being the source of the gentle sound of the day, and the woods around being the source of the path for walks and maybe the sight of deer at dawn. The design of the cabin with its big windows and covered entry is a guarantee that the outdoors are always very near, the beauty of the place making the cabin more attractive and giving the feeling of being both secluded and connected to the vastness of the New York countryside.
Now this cabin and land is listed for sale at a price of $89,900.
Inside, the cabin is very well planned within a 600-square-foot area and is filled with light and warmth, the ceilings are very high and the exposed beams add a little bit of a rustic style, while the hardwood floors bring the room down to earth with their natural, rich brown colors.
The living room is the main part of the house—a large area of co-operation for family movie nights, holiday celebrations, or quiet evenings with a book by the wood stove, the fires giving yellow light to the logs and inviting people to go down into the comfortable seating. The open space leads to a bright kitchen with enough counters, a closet for storage, and ceiling fans that keep the air cool on hot days, the place being made for the delight of cooking—no matter if it is a quick breakfast or a feast for friends, the cook stays the part of the conversation due to the layout. The dining area, being next and open, has four chairs and is a comfortable place for sitting down, the table becoming a place for the good times and sharing stories, the big windows bringing in the light and views that make every meal unique.
The bedroom is a quiet shelter, with a queen bed placed next to log walls, good-sized closet space for linens and clothing, and easy access to the full bathroom with its up-to-date fixtures and tiled floors. Also, the loft, a nice feature for guests or kids, has twin bunks and space for a dresser, the area being comfortable and useful for a family getaway.
There is only one full bathroom, located in the middle, and it has a tub/shower combo, vanity, and new fixtures that make the morning routine easy and without any hassle.
The cabin’s nice ideas—such as central heating and air for comfort all year round, the wood stove’s mild heat on cool nights, and the ceiling fans for summer breezes—give the place a feeling of being done with little effort and being able to see the beauty in the balance of the rustic soul and the modern ease.
The charm of the cabin is made more clear by its relationship with nature, the slate patio being the connecting bridge to the outdoors, where you can see the crackling of the fire pit on the deck under the stars and, the lighted carport making it easy to come back after dark.
The 4-acre land provides not only privacy but also an area for gardening or a small play area, and the woods next to the property can be used as trails for morning walks or evening strolls. The cabin’s location in Florence, New York, gives it a position close to the Salmon River and the Tug Hill Plateau, the area’s fishing spots and hiking trails being only a short drive away, the cabin being a wonderful place both for the stay and for the trip. Here the cabin is such that the inside’s rustic luxury—log walls, wood stove, warm lighting—come together with the outside’s natural embrace, a place that is just as great for its solitude as it is for the shared joy, where the views of the pond through the windows take your mind off the fact that you are actually living with the land and not just in the cabin.
NY Outdoor Realty is offering this gorgeous off-grid cabin on 4 acres for sale at a price of $89,900. Check out the listing for more information, pictures, and to schedule a viewing.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Size | 600 sq ft |
| Bedrooms | 1 + loft |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Lot | 4 acres |
| Heat | Wood stove |
| Power | Off-grid with rainwater collection |
| Location | Florence, NY |
Source: NY Outdoor Realty – 4 Acres with Secluded Off-Grid Cabin, Florence, NY