Boulder County Homes with Cabin Style

Boulder County Homes with Cabin Style

Welcome to Boulder County, Colorado—a picturesque haven nestled at the foothills of the majestic Rocky Mountains. Renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture, and outdoor recreational opportunities, Boulder County offers an unparalleled lifestyle that seamlessly blends nature with urban amenities. With its charming downtown area, eclectic shops, and a thriving culinary scene, residents enjoy a rich tapestry of experiences just minutes from their front doors.

One of the most enchanting aspects of Boulder County is its diverse array of homes, particularly those featuring cabin-style architecture. These homes exude a rustic charm that perfectly complements the stunning natural surroundings. Imagine waking up in a cozy cabin, surrounded by towering pines and the soothing sounds of nature. Many of these properties boast open floor plans, large windows that invite the beauty of the outdoors in, and inviting fireplaces that create a warm ambiance for gatherings with family and friends.

Cabin-style homes in Boulder County often come with spacious decks or patios, ideal for enjoying morning coffee while taking in the breathtaking views. Whether you’re seeking a year-round residence or a peaceful retreat, these homes provide the perfect sanctuary for those who cherish the serenity of mountain living.

With easy access to hiking trails, skiing, and the vibrant community life of Boulder, cabin-style homes offer not just a place to live, but a lifestyle filled with adventure and tranquility. Discover the magic of Boulder County and find your dream cabin today—where every day feels like a getaway!

Newest Boulder County Homes with Cabin Style

680 Bryan Ave, Nederland
$355,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1071376 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Looking for a mountain getaway near Eldora Ski Resort and the gateway to Indian Peaks Wilderness? This charming cabin in the heart of Eldora offers 2.43 acres, snowcapped peak views and vistas across the Eldora Valley. Enjoy the soothing sounds of Middle Boulder Creek just across the street, along with a welcoming front yard and convenient off-street parking. The raised ranch design takes advantage of the mountain views while providing useful covered storage beneath the cabin. Enter from the second-story deck into a single-level interior with vaulted tongue-and-groove wood ceilings, an open floor plan and a cozy, easy-to-heat layout. Updated windows and a winterized well and water system support comfortable year-round use. The functional kitchen includes a dining area, while the bedroom features sleeping lofts to accommodate additional guests. A convenient 3/4 bath, extra storage shed and under-cabin storage provide room for your mountain gear. Surrounded by aspens and mountain scenery, this property sits along Bryan Avenue against the backdrop of Spencer Mountain, with hiking, biking and outdoor adventure from your door step. Tucked away on a private dead-end street, it offers a quieter setting away from the main road while keeping you just minutes from Eldora Ski Resort and a short drive from Nederland's shops, restaurants and amenities. Explore nearby Indian Peaks Wilderness trails, enjoy the creek across the street or head out for a day on the slopes without the long drive to the high country. Experience year-round mountain living in this charming Eldora community.

680 Bryan Ave, Nederland
1280 N Cedar Brook Rd, Boulder
$1,500,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1070283 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Tucked into a quiet hillside setting above Boulder, this 2957 SF mountain residence in Pine Brook Hills delivers the best of Colorado living-rustic character, thoughtful upgrades, and nearly an acre of forested privacy. Just minutes from town, it offers the rare convenience of quick access to Boulder while feeling worlds away in a peaceful mountain enclave. Knotty pine log walls and hand-hewn ceiling beams create authentic warmth throughout, complemented by practical improvements including a dual gas furnaces & energy-efficient construction. The bright main level is centered around a designer kitchen by an award-winning professional, featuring custom Osburn cabinetry in a lightly distressed, knife-cut Shaker finish, granite and concrete countertops, a stainless sink, and premium appliances. Dining area flows effortlessly to a wraparound deck-ideal for outdoor dining, enjoying the views, and soaking in the privacy-while a separate living room with a wood-burning fireplace adds inviting ambiance. Main level includes remodeled full bath & laundry-sorting closet with opaque glass doors. Upstairs, the primary bedroom provides a cozy retreat with an electric fireplace & dual closets, paired with a spa-style bath finished in Crema Marfil marble and a tiled shower. Two additional guest bedrooms share a vaulted ceiling and offer flexibility for visitors, remote work, or hobbies, complete with walk-in closets & built-ins. The lower level expands the home's versatility with a fully updated and accessible 1100 SF walk-out apartment featuring a private entrance and flagstone patio, full kitchen, living area with a freestanding wood stove, spacious bedroom, office, tiled bath, and laundry. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard, tiered landscaping & resurfaced driveway with level parking. The oversized two-car garage is exceptionally functional with finished attic storage. A rare Boulder-area mountain retreat offering comfort, craftsmanship, and convenience in a welcoming neighborhood

1280 N Cedar Brook Rd, Boulder
750 Cougar Dr, Boulder
$875,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1069963 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Whispering Pines Cabin. Perched on Flagstaff Mountain with far-reaching, unobstructed views, this inviting log cabin retreat blends timeless mountain character with thoughtful updates and exceptional privacy. Tucked at the quiet end of the road, the setting offers rare serenity, abundant wildlife, and the true feeling of Colorado mountain living, just 10 miles from Baseline & Broadway in Boulder. Inside, a dramatic vaulted great room anchors the home, centered around a classic Vermont Castings wood stove that creates a warm gathering space framed by expansive windows and breathtaking scenery. Refinished solid red oak floors add warmth and elegance throughout the main level, while new ProVia steel entry doors enhance both style and durability. Designed for indoor-outdoor living, the home opens to a large wraparound deck capturing sweeping mountain views. Deer and wild turkeys are frequent visitors, adding to the sense of quiet mountain retreat. The main level offers two comfortable bedrooms, while the upper loft provides exceptional flexibility as guest quarters, a home office, or creative space, complete with a full bath and Mitsubishi ductless mini-split for cooling and additional heating. The kitchen features a charming Juliet balcony that brings in fresh mountain air and views. The unfinished walkout basement offers excellent potential for future expansion, while the workshop beneath the garage creates an ideal space for hobbies or storage. Additional highlights include a 95% efficient furnace (2017), Bradford White 40-gallon water heater, 18-watt whole-house generator, reinforced garage door, and triple-pane south-facing windows for efficiency and comfort. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate three nearby trailheads for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, while Gross Reservoir-just three miles away-offers fishing and non-motorized boating. A rare opportunity to own a classic Colorado log cabin with extraordinary views, privacy, and convenient access to Boulder.

750 Cougar Dr, Boulder
208 Packer Gulch Rd, Boulder
$649,700
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1069410 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Escape to your own private mountain retreat in Boulder County's Fourmile Canyon/Sugarloaf area, where nature surrounds you and thoughtful updates create a truly special home. Filled with abundant natural light, this unique property offers the perfect blend of comfort, flexibility, and mountain living-plus an ASSUMABLE FHA LOAN of $171,000 at an incredible 3.375% interest rate! The main home features beautiful custom woodwork throughout, a spacious primary bedroom with outdoor access and a huge walk-in closet, new carpet, fresh interior paint, and a welcoming lower-level mudroom/utility/ laundry/ extra storage area. Enjoy cozy evenings by the new wood stove or take advantage of the high-end hot water radiant heat system powered by a newer boiler installed in 2021. Additional improvements include newer windows and gutters, a new roof in 2014, a reverse osmosis water filtration system, French drain system, and recently replaced septic line. A standout feature is the detached studio space with its own kitchen and bathroom-ideal for a home office, creative workspace, yoga studio, guest area, or potential rental/income opportunity. The property's outdoor spaces are equally impressive, with a large patio w/ custom stone work and her garden, Trex deck, pergola, fenced yard for dogs, and complete privacy among the trees. East facing views down the valley. With plenty of parking for cars, trucks, and mountain toys, plus a plow truck included, this home is ready for year-round mountain living. Conveniently located with quick access to Boulder and Gold Hill (Gold Hill Climb Bus to and from Boulder from bottom of Logan Mill!) and close to world-class hiking and mountain biking at Betasso Preserve, this is an exceptional opportunity to own a private mountain haven with flexibility rarely found at this price point. Experience the best value in in the mountains west of Boulder!

208 Packer Gulch Rd, Boulder
416 2nd Ave Unit 1, 2, 3, Lyons
$525,000
1069117 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Fantastic investment opportunity featuring three separate cabin-style studio living units in a convenient Lyons location. Two units are approximately 252 sq. ft. each, with the third measuring approximately 228 sq. ft. All three units are currently rented and have a strong rental history with very little vacancy, offering immediate income potential. The .31-acre lot may offer opportunities to expand the existing units and potentially add additional units or an ADU, subject to Town of Lyons zoning and approvals. Each unit includes a refrigerator, stove/range, and bathroom. Unit #2 (middle unit) had complete remodel in 2022. Buyer and Buyer's Agent to verify all information.

416 2nd Ave Unit 1, 2, 3, Lyons
560 Emerson Gulch Rd, Boulder
$449,700
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1069074 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Two miles south of Gold Hill & 20 minutes to downtown Boulder, this custom tiny house sits on 3.38 acres at 7,400 feet, an unusually flat homesite perched high on the hillside w/ huge 360-degree views. The property is adjacent to National Forest, a mature aspen grove borders the lot, & absence of city light pollution delivers spectacular night skies. Built bespoke in 2021, the home blends old charm w/ modern construction & exceptional energy efficiency: SIP walls & roof, triple-pane windows, thoughtful solar orientation & shading, standing-seam metal roofing, durable IPE & metal siding, & engineer-designed support structure. Wildfire Partners certified w/ current defensible space, interior fire sprinklers & 5000 gal fire supression cistern. Inside, reclaimed Colorado barnwood ceilings rise to 11ft above bamboo floors, creating a warm, airy interior that lives much larger than its footprint. The 280-square-foot conditioned interior includes a full-size kitchen w/ breakfast bar, 3/4 bath w/ pocket door, combination washer/dryer, queen loft, & cleverly integrated storage. The loft brings usable interior space to over 300 square feet, while the expansive 348-sqft deck is perfectly positioned to take in the Sugarloaf views. Modern systems include all-electric mini-split heat pump, heat recovery ventilators, tankless water heater, WiFi thermostat, exterior cameras, Xcel electric (on grid) & Starlink internet. Excellent water well @ 5 gal/min. 1000 gal septic system installed in 2021. Level homesite offers potential for future larger residence or ADU, subject to county approval. Year-round access via steep 0.5-mile dirt road. No HOA. Quick access to Switzerland Trail & Betasso Preserve for MTB & offroad enthusiasts. Eligible for Boulder County short-term rental licensing. Offered furnished or semi-furnished - a turnkey mountain retreat, full-time escape, or thoughtfully designed basecamp near Boulder. Showings by appt only; please do not drive to property unannounced

560 Emerson Gulch Rd, Boulder
1386 Gold Lake Rd, Ward
$600,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1068756 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Nothing else like it! Loaded with character this spiral shaped retreat cabin on 2.5 acres with separate 900 sq ft studio is located near Gold Lake Ranch 20 miles from Boulder. Completely private and surrounded by National Forest, and miles of hiking trails, bordering vast meadows with ponds and abundant wildlife yet close to a county maintained road. An observation deck with giant views is on the property too. Bring your telescope. It's rare to find this kind of "must see" property. The photos that are shown on this MLS page were taken from a previous sale.Presently as you see this Listing the house and property are being ambitiously upgraded with newer bigger Solar system, new windows, new roofing, new water lines, new electrical services and a full 1,500 gallon tank of propane, and more. Presently the buildings are completely empty and ready for you to move in. It's an amazing price for this beautiful Property now. Call me with questions

1386 Gold Lake Rd, Ward
487 Millionaire Dr W, Boulder
$999,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1067940 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Spectacular, breathtaking VIEWS from one of the best lots on Sugarloaf, just 15 minutes from downtown Boulder! Enjoy epic sunsets from the private deck or through the living room's tall S-facing windows. This foothills retreat offers 3 bedrooms plus a bonus 3rd floor loft with bath - ideal for a home office/4th bedroom. The finished lower level features a family room with fireplace, theater room, large bedroom, and adjoining year-round sunroom and sauna to enjoy the views. Thoughtful upgrades include upgraded baths, 3 mini-splits for year-round comfort, Tesla solar panels with battery backup, ( super LOW utility bills!) Tesla car charger, refreshed flooring, updated decks, smart-home features, and fiber-optic gigabit internet availability. Nestled within Roosevelt Nat'l Forest, the property offers exceptional access to hiking, biking, trail running, and winter recreation, with a nearby 2-mile singletrack loop and Betasso Preserve, Switzerland Trail, Sugarloaf Mountain, and Mountain Meadows/Tiger Gulch just minutes away. 2026 Wildfire Partners Certified, with HOA-covered road grading and snow removal. The best of foothills living-outdoor adventure, Boulder just minutes away, and views that never get old!

487 Millionaire Dr W, Boulder
543 Riverside Dr, Lyons
$135,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1067691 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
This cabin built in the 1920's is ready for its next life. The interior needs finishing while the exterior was upgraded with siding, electric service and a new roof. A shed has been placed next to the cabin to be finished as an addition or storage. To live full time in the cabin the Buyer will need to install a septic or vault. Water can be provided by a cistern or drilling a well. This property has potential to become a sweet tiny house in a great location. Riverside is a treasured location for those seeking hiking, fishing, and biking along the friendly Riverside road. Located less than 20 minutes to Lyons, 10 minutes to Allenspark and the Indian Peaks Wilderness. Also for sale is 6 acres of river front property within walking distance of this cabin; 511 Riverside Dr, for $200,000

543 Riverside Dr, Lyons
628 County Road 113s, Allenspark
$450,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1067489 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Historic log cabin in a beautiful and unique location . The perfect summer getaway awaits one lucky buyer . This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire a piece of paradise, steps away from the Rocky Mountain National Park and minutes from Highway 7, at the end of the road. The listing is for the cabin and associated improvements only. Located on National Forest land on the East side of Mount Meeker, with a special use permit from the Forest Service. See under Documents for extra notes . The cabin was skillfully built by a WW2 veteran and remains in pristine condition to this day. It is located on U.S. Forest Service land, permitted as a recreation residence, intended for seasonal occupancy only, and fully protected from any encroaching development by its unique location, Forest Service rules, and Rocky Mountain National Park, ensuring exceptional privacy now and into the future. Hiking opportunities from the cabin are endless and range from leisurely walks to athletically demanding ventures, including access to Mount Meeker, Longs Peak, and Wild Basin. See under Documents for extra notes.

628 County Road 113s, Allenspark
360 Ski Rd E, Allenspark
$525,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1066892 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Built in 1949, this charming mountain cabin at 360 Ski Rd East in Allenspark, Colorado offers the perfect blend of classic character and thoughtful updates. Nestled among the pine trees on 1.27 peaceful acres, the cabin features skylights in the living room that bring in beautiful natural light and create a warm, inviting atmosphere. Recent improvements include fresh interior paint, new flooring, new baseboard heating, and updated light fixtures, making this cozy retreat ready to enjoy. Just a few minutes' drive to hiking trails in the National Forest, the property offers easy access to the natural beauty and recreation that make Allenspark so special. Whether you're looking for a comfortable year-round mountain home or a charming weekend getaway, this classic cabin is a wonderful place to relax, explore, and enjoy the Colorado mountains.

360 Ski Rd E, Allenspark
785 S Skinner Rd, Allenspark
$645,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1066164 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Borders national forest! Wonderful cedar-sided cabin bordering Willow Creek in coveted Allenspark's Triple Creek Subdivision within walking distance of Rocky Mountain National Park with access to Finch Lake and beyond. All natural beams and pine interior siding with Pella metal clad wood windows. An efficient wood stove with 2 catalytic converters provides cozy ambiance for those snowy evenings. The ceiling has trusses over the pine paneling with R30 insulation while the pine clad walls are backed with drywall and R19 insulation. Relax on the back deck and listen to Willow Creek gurgling along below the house. A unique drive-through garage has room for bicycles, ATVs, skis and other toys. The unfinished partial basement is currently a shop but could easily be converted to additional living space. The location on a county-maintained road provides quick access to the delightful and charming village of Allenspark. Estes Park is about 25 minutes as is Lyons and Boulder and Longmont are about 40-45 minutes. First time on the market.

785 S Skinner Rd, Allenspark
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