You may remember I put a contract on a “fixer upper” cabin in early August. These past few weeks I have read various library books about cabins. Building, designing and living life in a cabin. My favorite title was Cabin Porn, Inspiration for Your Quiet Place Somewhere by Steven Leckart, but one of the most interesting I read was Cabin Lessons, A Nail-by-Nail Tale by Spike Carlsen.
I have also contacted a credit union for a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) loan, the county building department about future building permits, a structural engineer for an Improvement Location Certificate (ILC), a stone mason to look at the condition of the stone fireplace and foundation, and an asbestos testing company which took 20 samples (one positive). In between making these contacts, I read extensive government documents regarding fire mitigation, asbestos testing requirements and demolition guidelines.
On September 5th I closed on the HELOC loan and on September 8th I closed on the cabin property. It was a childhood dream to live in a cabin in the mountains some day. Ever since reading one of my favorite books My Side of the Mountain by Jean Craighead George. That day has come.
Today, I drove about 40 minutes from my home in Loveland up to the property in Glen Haven to begin work on my “fixer upper.” Needless to say, it wasn’t exactly what I dreamed of…
I was a little out of breath in the video from cutting and hauling tree limbs to the slash pile for almost four hours at 7400 feet above sea level. I also didn’t have cell service to call anyone for help. More cabin updates to come…
I am so happy your Dreams are coming True, Sherry❣️ You soooo deserve this beautiful spot
Thank you Ruth Kay! I have always loved and appreciated your support. Your encouragement over the years has lead me to this dream. I love you so much!