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Whether Rustic or Refined, a Remote Retreat is Your Personal Palace of Rest and Relaxation

Retreats are a personal favorite! That’s when we get to personalize a building and make something one-of-a-kind and completely unparalleled.

Retreats are a fun way to showcase your individuality, a means of embracing the most elemental part of your nature.

We love the cozy comfort of hiking huts in the Alps, especially the smaller Alm Huttes! If you’ve never been, imagine old, weathered siding, a gnarled branch over a doorway, and a crackling fire in a wood stove! You can feel the warm embrace as soon as you enter the door. Or maybe you’re drawn to the soothing serenity of a cabin by the water. Or the simple pleasures of a fishing retreat with a familiar, homey cabin to return to after a long day on the lake. Can you picture yourself peering out of a floor-to-ceiling window, sipping hot chocolate, as you listen to the distant call of a passing loon or flock of geese?

In the same way that we enjoy a design challenge, we embrace the logistical challenges involved in building on remote sites. The site location often plays a huge part in the design of the retreat, and how it will be used.

Timber frame construction often involves a great deal of off-site fabrication, and so we can use that same approach to bring your remote retreat to life, even in those hard to reach places.

Zen Await At Your Secret Retreat | Old Mill Builders Connecticut
It involves a bit of planning, but we will transport only the essentials to your remote location, and if your secret retreat is so deeply tucked away in the vastness of the forest that conventional utilities aren’t practical, we can incorporate off-the-grid power systems, or water collection and filtration systems, to bring modern amenities your rustic home.

You also don’t have to travel to attain that inner peace and balance with nature.

What about a meditation retreat in your own backyard? It doesn’t have to be far away to bring that feeling of Zen to your busy, modern life.

How Retreats Differ from Everyday Houses

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Most retreats are designed with the local, traditional architecture in mind. Picture the standard log cabin or cottage, and the natural materials that blend perfectly with the outdoors. Don’t let yourself be fooled. There’s no rule that says you must keep it traditional. The most breathtaking retreats can often be found when nature and architecture contrast; when the timeless beauty of the wilderness meets a modern design statement, such as cabins with glass walls that allow you to take in the surrounding scenery. Of course, if the seasonal conditions are harsh, a more substantial barrier may be needed.
That’s why we take great care in the planning stages. We usually begin with an outline of the building. Then, we lay out the basic room and building design, and make decisions on materials. We also let the site ‘speak’ for itself.

Site topography will often influence design. We might find the perfect log, rock, or timber that seeks expression, and during construction, a story might evolve that finds its way into the building.

That’s why we believe that each place has a soul, and it evolves from your imagination and the design that you choose.

Is a remote retreat your idea of bliss? The perfect getaway, whether near or far, is just a few clicks away! For more information on building your own slice of heaven, please contact us here.

Is a remote retreat in Connecticut your idea of bliss? The perfect getaway, whether near or far, is just a few clicks away! For more information on building your own slice of heaven, contact us today.

Wouldn’t it be nice to have a relaxing retreat in CT? Let Old Mill Builders customize this house for you. Using our expertise in building custom homes, we can plan and design retreats that complement the natural environment while respecting the standards of traditional architecture. If you have ever dreamed of having your own cottage or log cabin, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’ll create the perfect getaway in your Connecticut property.

Our approach to building retreats sets us apart from other custom home builders in Connecticut. By considering your lifestyle, we can deliver a personalized home that meets your unique needs. Contact us today to discuss your dream rustic retreat.