Modern Cabins To Inspire Your Next Winter Escape

This cabin in eastern Finland shines a warm light on the lake like a candle in the woods and is the perfect getaway for a family of four.

Inside, it uses the same wood as the outside (furniture and everything) for a minimal, serene effect. The idyllic view of nature is no doubt good for the mind, body, and soul. “Unlike permanent residences, cabins serve mostly as getaways from urban chaos where the soul can be cleansed, and the spirit immersed in the beauty of nature,” says author Dev Desai.

This cabin near Massif Petite-Rivière-Saint-François, one of Québec’s most popular ski resorts, features a reflective glazed facade that mirrors the forest around it. Window markers that deter birds have been installed on the outside of the glass panes to protect local wildlife.

Windows at every turn, from the living and dining area to the two bedrooms, frame the nature outside in the Québec cabin. A fireplace and outdoor spa amp up the cozy vibe.

For a lot of these homes, the purpose is more than just providing shelter from the wilderness. “Modern cabins aim to push the boundaries of architecture and construction. The design language of modern cabins is more exploratory and bold, continually striving to enhance the experience of being immersed within a natural setting," says Desai. Maidla Nature Villa in Estonia is truly an immersive experience.

You can set off on a canoe right from the terrace below or enjoy stargazing and birdwatching from its perch above.

Looking for a romantic getaway? Gawthorne's Hut in New South Wales, Australia, is available for rent on Airbnb. The galvanized exterior and timber interior echo the design of a hay shed that was destroyed there by a storm in 2017. It looks out to beautiful Mudgee valley.

The off-the-grid space uses rain water storage, thermal mass regulation, and passive solar shading. Repurposed bricks from the original chimney and fireplace are used to divide the sleep space from the bath.

Perched on the Marmarole mountain range in Italy, this modern beauty looks out to peaks and valleys 8,750 feet above sea level.

With a mirror-like glass exterior that creates a subtle reflection of its surroundings, this Finnish lakeside cabin makes you feel connected with nature from morning to night.

This cabin in Ecuador sits among cacao trees by a small river, and serves as a refuge from the capitol city. Take a peek inside here.

To get up to this cabin in Norway, you walk along the edge of the fjord, up a steep, winding path, and then over a small timber bridge 20 feet above the forest floor. All four sleep zones are designed around the central tree trunk of a living pine tree with views out toward the green forest, fjord below and the mountains all around.

Modern Cabins would be a great gift for the home decor lover, nature-loving pal or just someone who really loves photo books. It’s an escape for the eyes and mind. Enjoy!

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