World's most wonderful wooden homes for sale

These wooden homes have real wow-factor

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From magnificent log cabins to modern wooden masterpieces, these timber-clad properties are charming, cosy and stylish. Whether you're sheltering from the snow in Aspen or seeking shade in the tropical climes of Hawaii, there's a whole host of rustic residences on the market right now. Get back to nature and step inside these incredible homes crafted from wood.

Modern barn conversion, Norfolk, UK: £599,000 ($779k)

The Modern House

This four-bedroom modern barn conversion sits at the end of an idyllic tree-lined lane in Bressingham, Norfolk, in the East of England. Nestled in a verdant garden, it's the work of architect Andrew Hughes and backs onto an old moat. Clad in rough-sawn larch, with a roof made from clay tiles and corrugated tin, it's on the market for £599,000 ($779k).

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Modern barn conversion, Norfolk, UK: £599,000 ($779k)

The Modern House

The stylish single-storey home is arranged in an L-shape with an open-plan kitchen and dining room. The high-pitched roof leaves the interior spaces feeling airy and bright, while large areas of glazing open out onto the patio and outside dining area, creating a modern indoor-outdoor floor plan.

Modern barn conversion, Norfolk, UK: £599,000 ($779k)

The Modern House

A wood-burning stove set into a block partition wall zones the contemporary main living area. Behind this divider, you'll find a separate wing of the house containing a guest bedroom and ensuite bathroom. Decorated in neutral white with pops of pink and yellow, this unique property makes the perfect stylish family home.

Modern barn conversion, Norfolk, UK: £599,000 ($779k)

The Modern House

Rounding up the living spaces, the home's bespoke kitchen features Carrara marble tops and polished industrial-style concrete tiles underfoot. Elsewhere, the master bedroom is large and luxurious and comes complete with an ensuite bathroom, glazed doors and a deck that hangs over the scenic moat.

Modern mountain retreat, Colorado, USA: £11.5 million ($15m)

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This brand new three-bedroom home in Aspen, Colorado is the perfect modern mountain home for a family. With nearly 5,000 square feet of living space, ski-in access from the slopes and a two-car garage, the contemporary design offers a dramatic contrast to the mountainous surroundings.

Modern mountain retreat, Colorado, USA: £11.5 million ($15m)

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The lower level features an impressive family room with expansive windows and a warming, start-of-the-art fire that sits beneath the TV. A sleek marble chimney breast and wood-panelled ceiling complete the chic modern scheme.

Modern mountain retreat, Colorado, USA: £11.5 million ($15m)

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There's no shortage of features to keep the whole family busy in this luxurious hideaway. The stylish games room, complete with table tennis court and bar, is the perfect place to relax and unwind after a day on the slopes.

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Modern mountain retreat, Colorado, USA: £11.5 million ($15m)

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The sociable kitchen is sleek and modern, featuring an unusual light fitting over the dining table and a kitchen island with bar seating. With all three levels serviced by a lift, you'll want for nothing in this deluxe home – there are even two outside decks that face north and south so you can enjoy the sun all year round.

Edinburgh Road, East Lothian, UK: £660,000 ($858k)

The Modern House

Longlisted for RIBA's House of the Year in 2017, Edinburgh Road sits next to the ocean on the western edge of Musselburgh in Scotland. Designed to blend into its natural surroundings, the home was built directly into the existing sea wall and features a beautiful larch-clad exterior.

Edinburgh Road, East Lothian, UK: £660,000 ($858k)

The Modern House

With an open-plan layout, pitched roof and dramatic double-height ceiling, the living area includes a cosy log burner at one end of the room and a modern kitchen at the other. Glazed sliding doors lead outside to the courtyard and fill the 2,000-square-foot space with natural light.

Edinburgh Road, East Lothian, UK: £660,000 ($858k)

The Modern House

Alongside the dining table, a 19-foot-long cinematic window frames breathtaking views of the ocean. Natural and industrial textures sit side by side throughout the modern interior – here, the polished concrete window sill contrasts with the home's warm wood flooring.

Edinburgh Road, East Lothian, UK: £660,000 ($858k)

The Modern House

A small galley corridor leads through to the guest bedroom, with the master bedroom located next door. This luxury suite features a generous walk-in-wardrobe, plus an ensuite wet room. The third and final bedroom sits at the far end of the house.

Luxury log home, Colorado, USA: £1.8 million ($2.3m)

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This magnificent log ranch in Silverthorne, Colorado sits on 20 private acres of land with access to the Blue River, one of the most scenic fishing areas in Colorado. With five bedrooms and five bathrooms, you won't be short of space inside this wooden marvel either.

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Luxury log home, Colorado, USA: £1.8 million ($2.3m)

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The living area includes double-height floor-to-ceiling windows that look out over the stunning rural landscape. Packed with quirky rustic features, we particularly like the tree trunk mantel which sits over the home's statement stone fireplace. The property also comes with a wet bar that's perfect for entertaining on cold winter evenings.

Luxury log home, Colorado, USA: £1.8 million ($2.3m)

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Complete with wood-clad ceilings and log-lined walls, the kitchen has a traditional, cosy aesthetic. The sizeable room comes with stylish granite countertops and stone flooring, while a large archway creates a smooth flow between the rest of the living spaces.

Luxury log home, Colorado, USA: £1.8 million ($2.3m)

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This wooden residence isn't short on charm and could offer a large family the perfect mountain escape. There's an abundance of outside space to enjoy here too. Nestled in the grounds you'll find a hot tub, built-in barbecue, firepit and a separate dog yard.

Mid-century modern house, Kent, UK: £1.6 million ($2m)

The Modern House

Set on a dramatic sloping plot, this five-bedroom home in Kent in southeastern England was built in the 1980s but remodelled in 2017. Some of the new additions include internal Crittall-style windows and doors, underfloor heating, a slate roof and larch cladding to the upper level. The living area has also been extended to make space for a private gym.

Mid-century modern house, Kent, UK: £1.6 million ($2m)

The Modern House

Inside, the home's lower ground level is tucked away beneath the slope of the hill. The entrance hallway leads through to a large modern kitchen which is arranged around a central island with Corian worktops and state-of-the-art appliances. The kitchen spills out onto a decked balcony which features breathtaking views of the valley and beyond.

Mid-century modern house, Kent, UK: £1.6 million ($2m)

The Modern House

Located next to the kitchen, the living room has warm wide oak floorboards and an exposed brick wall for an industrial touch. Facing out onto the valley, the space is full of natural light, while a contemporary wood-burning stove offers a cosy touch come the colder months.

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Mid-century modern house, Kent, UK: £1.6 million ($2m)

The Modern House

The eastern end of the house is occupied by two bedrooms, both with ensuite bathrooms. The master suite is located on the lower ground floor with its own private dressing room, bathroom and a large balcony. At the front of the house sits the private office, which is accessed by glazed bi-fold doors that lead out to the driveway.

Red Mountain home, Colorado, USA: £16.9 million ($21.9m)

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This newly remodelled home located in the desirable Red Mountain ski resort in Colorado comes complete with five bedrooms, open living spaces and contemporary decor. The sleek exterior is clad in both refined and weathered wood and features a large three-car garage.

Red Mountain home, Colorado, USA: £16.9 million ($21.9m)

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The main living room is spacious and minimalistic, with vaulted ceilings and panoramic mountain views through the expansive windows. The property also comes jam-packed with luxury amenities including a wine cellar, billiards room and a wet bar – perfect for those who love entertaining.

Red Mountain home, Colorado, USA: £16.9 million ($21.9m)

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Our favourite space has to be the state-of-the-art kitchen, which features a dramatic mountain mural in a white and grey palette. Scandi-inspired and effortlessly chic, we love the dark wood cabinetry and architectural pendant lighting across the breakfast bar too, while potted cacti centrepieces on the dining table complete the modern wilderness scheme.

Red Mountain home, Colorado, USA: £16.9 million ($21.9m)

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Located on the main living level, the master bedroom is decorated in a calming palette of soft grey and white, paired with light wood tones. Hints of fur add opulence to the stunning luxe-meet-Scandi decor.

Black wooden home, Isle of Wight, UK: £850,000 ($1.1m)

The Modern House

Located on the site of an old orchard in the seaside village of Totland on the Isle of Wight, this four-bedroom detached house is clad in Siberian larch wood and was inspired by local fisherman's huts. The back cladding creates a stand-out facade for this two-storey home which really pops against its verdant setting.

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Black wooden home, Isle of Wight, UK: £850,000 ($1.1m)

The Modern House

The interior draws the natural landscape inside, framing views of the surrounding fruit trees and idyllic rolling gardens. The ground floor contains an open kitchen, dining space, large living room, study and guest bedroom which all offer direct access outside. Pivoting doors offer a flexible floor plan and help to create more intimate rooms when required.

Black wooden home, Isle of Wight, UK: £850,000 ($1.1m)

The Modern House

Throughout, the decor combines natural materials and industrial touches, mixing warm-toned woodwork and Douglas Fir panelling with concrete finishes and brick walls. The kitchen is a perfect example of this with its timber units, modern appliances and grey slab flooring.

Black wooden home, Isle of Wight, UK: £850,000 ($1.1m)

The Modern House

In the dining area, the striking brick chimney has been coated in a concrete slurry that extends outside to the exterior facade. Elsewhere, you'll find three bedrooms on the first floor, while the landing has been designed as an extra play space for children.

Wooden townhouse, New York, USA: £9.2million ($12m)

Corcoran

This traditional clapboard house sits in the heart of the West Village in New York. Originally built in 1822, the charming historic home is the oldest remaining wood-frame property in Greenwich Village.

Wooden townhouse, New York, USA: £9.2million ($12m)

Corcoran

The interior features original woodwork, rough-hewn beams, wide pine floorboards, brick flooring and grand spacious rooms that feel warm and welcoming too. While it may be a period property, it's fitted out with plenty of modern-day conveniences including air conditioning and a lift.

Wooden townhouse, New York, USA: £9.2million ($12m)

Corcoran

The huge eat-in kitchen features a giant hearth with an oversized Viking range and a walk-in pantry. Space is in no short supply here – below the main level there's a full-height basement which houses a library, recreation space and laundry room.

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Wooden townhouse, New York, USA: £9.2million ($12m)

Corcoran

Situated on the second floor, the master suite features a large bedroom, a five-piece ensuite bath and a large sunny sitting room with a feature fireplace. Up on the top floor, you'll find two king-sized bedrooms, each with a walk-in-wardrobe and ensuite. And if all this wasn't enough, the house also hides a secret tunnel that was once a direct passage to Chumley's, the famous Prohibition-era speakeasy.

Tropical villa, Hawaii, USA: £1.5 million ($1.9m)

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Based on the country houses of 16th-century Japan, this lakefront home in Hawaii is located in a serene rural setting. With several koi ponds and even a small waterfall, the wooden villa is a thoroughly zen escape from the outside world.

Tropical villa, Hawaii, USA: £1.5 million ($1.9m)

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Inside, the home is spacious and light with wraparound windows, rustic beams and airy pitched ceilings. The tranquil living space has a modern wood-burning fireplace and breathtaking views out towards the sea.

Tropical villa, Hawaii, USA: £1.5 million ($1.9m)

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Set out over one level, the tropical property has 2,224 square feet of living space with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The master suite has its own private deck that looks out over the lush gardens.

Tropical villa, Hawaii, USA: £1.5 million ($1.9m)

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Overall, the dwelling has 1,350 square feet of veranda that wraps around the whole home so you're never far from the great outdoors. And if that wasn't enough, there's also an artist's studio located in the villa's verdant grounds.

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Forest home, Trancoso, Brazil: £1.5 million ($1.9m)

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Surround by the dense Atlantic Forest, this incredible wood home was built from reforestation material and is 100% sustainable. The exterior is clad in Mashrabiyas panels that give the design an unusual architectural aesthetic, while the outside area features a stunning deck and pool that sit amongst the treetops.

Forest home, Trancoso, Brazil: £1.5 million ($1.9m)

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The interior features a sprawling open floor plan framed by wooden beams, with glass panels zoning off the distinct living areas. Decked out in white soft furnishings with blue accessories and plenty of foliage, the main reception room is a tranquil space to kick back and unwind.

Forest home, Trancoso, Brazil: £1.5 million ($1.9m)

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The rustic wood kitchen is open-plan and features a relaxed bench-style table that's illuminated by pendant lighting. There's also a formal dining spot at the end of the room which is perfect for larger gatherings and dinner parties.

Forest home, Trancoso, Brazil: £1.5 million ($1.9m)

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With six bedrooms and over 8,500 square feet of interior, the property offers a stunning space to reconnect with nature and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Outside, the garden was landscaped with native forest plants, and there's also an automatic irrigation system to make grounds maintenance easy. This tropical wooden home is ticking all of our boxes – when do we move?

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