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It doesn't get much more peaceful than this 100-year-old farmhouse and artists' retreat on the outskirts of Breaux Bridge, where guests are often welcomed to the secluded property with fresh eggs and produce from the farm, coffee from a company in nearby Lafayette, and an impressive selection of vinyl records to play. Bonne Terre offers two sleeping options, a cozy studio and the larger farmhouse. It's best to call or email the friendly owner about availability.

Set on an idyllic peninsula surrounded by salt marsh, the seven fully furnished cabins at this state park are a perfect place to spend an afternoon or an entire week. The cabins are actually climate-controlled houses, with flat-screen TVs, comfortable couches, and all the amenities of home. A trail system connects to 7 miles of hard-packed pathways through the woods or across several bridges and hammock islands to the beach. The park also has two campgrounds—one in the maritime forest and another that's beachfront.

It's like summer camp for adults at this renovated and beautifully designed property built in a former athletics club and bowling alley situated on the banks of Cypress Creek. Choose from cozy cabins, rooms and suites, or Airstreams; some are kitted out with a mini-fridge, kitchenette, patios, and creek views. A spacious social hall is available to all guests, and there are fire pits, a sauna, and a communal grill on-property to satisfy s'more cravings.

On the western edge of the Gila Wilderness are five well-appointed private casitas ("little houses" in Spanish) overlooking Bear Creek, nestled on 260 gorgeous acres. The night skies are brilliant, with countless stars twinkling, and the swath of the Milky Way glowing brightly. Each casita has its own spotting telescope or high-powered binoculars. Watching the stars from the shared hot tub is not to be missed. Guests have access to the organic herb garden (in season), which is super for those wanting to use the casitas' well-equipped kitchens and barbecue grills. Custom-crafted Southwestern-style furnishings, kiva fireplaces, radiant-heated floors, and generously appointed baths make for a perfect year-round getaway. The gracious and well-informed hosts offer star parties and tips on hiking and local geology; there are 9 miles of trails right on the property. There's also a very well-curated art gallery on-site.

Scattered throughout the Tongass National Forest, these rustic cabins—some of which are reached by floatplane or boat—offer a cheap and charming escape. Most contain bunks for six to eight occupants, along with tables, stoves, and outdoor privies. There's no electricity or running water, and you provide your own sleeping bag, food, and cooking utensils. Book six months in advance if possible, especially for summer stays.

Near Ketchikan and Juneau, the park system has a small number of cabins for which reservations can be made up to six months in advance. Sleeping capacity ranges from 4 to 10 people.

Four public-use cabins are in Denali State Park, along the shores of Byers Lake. One cabin is on a gravel road, a mile from the highway, and the other three are accessible by canoe or by a half- to 1-mile trail. Cabins are equipped with bunks that sleep six, a wood stove, a table, and benches. You can reserve up to seven months in advance online.

This pleasant oasis is made up of log-style cabins, a campground, and a café with a great front porch overlooking a gorgeous valley. The old-time wood-lined café serves homemade pies (apple–green-chile–piñon or tart cherry in season) breakfast and lunch (brisket is smoked on-site, and vegetarian options are available). This would be a find anywhere, but even more so out here on its culinary lonesome between Grants and Zuni on the beautiful Ancient Way Arts Trail. The cabins come in three sizes and provide adequate shelter with private baths, coffeemakers, and refrigerators, and camping (with full hookups and showers) is available for tents and RVs.

This historic setting offers five unique cabins, each featuring the original fachwerk log-cabin and limestone architecture used by the first Fredericksburg settlers. Maria's Cabin features 18-inch-thick walls, original paint on the ceiling, wood floors, and wavy glass in the windows, all dating from the pioneer days. You're in the heart of the town here, but once you enter the compound, you'll likely feel like you're approaching a cabin in the woods. Get directions and reservations through Gästehaus Schmidt.

Located in a grove of old Ponderosa pines on the banks of the Swan River, these well-appointed cottages are an excellent place to stay any season of the year. From one-room suites to full one- and two-bedroom cabins, all the units offer the comforts of home just a short stroll from all the gastronomical and cultural amenities Bigfork has to offer. If you want to sit and admire the river from your front porch, choose one of the Deluxe River Cabins.

This 20,000-acre working cattle ranch offers nice accommodations in a rural setting with stunning views of the Mission Valley. You can take part in ranching life in summer or take a pack trip from June through November while staying in one of two fully-equipped cabins. Daily horseback rides are available. Fish for trout, bass, bullhead, and perch, and explore the nearby Ninepipe National Wildlife Refuge and Kicking Horse Reservoir in the valley below.

In the quiet little hamlet of Riverside (immediately northeast of Encampment), just across the street from the town park, these cabins have wood furniture, country quilts, outdoor grills, picnic tables, and full kitchens. The cabins are all different sizes and are a big hit with groups, especially families, hunters, and hikers. All cabins are dog-friendly with a fee of $40 per dog.

This enclave of 21 bright and airy cottages alongside a tidal river is set off from Route 1, making the soundtrack to a stay here the ocean’s lull, not traffic’s din, while kayaks, paddleboards, and rowboats let guests capitalize on the waterfront location. Renovated in 2024, each homey cottage is landscaped and has a screened sitting area and outside patio. A few have kitchens, while most have a wet bar, small fridge, toaster, and microwave. Cabana chairs surround the updated pool, which overlooks the firepit where s’mores-making kits are handed out nightly; beyond are the dunes on the back of Ogunquit Beach. A barista serves coffee, snacks, and charcuterie boards in the main lodge, where beach cruisers are ready to bike into town. A minimum stay may apply.

Part of the trendy, burgeoning Getaway brand of tiny house glamping resorts, this nearly 50-acre spread in a densely wooded community just 15 miles east of Concord provides a relaxing base, whether you're looking to read and relax around your own firepit or to explore Portsmouth or Lake Winnipesaukee, which are both within a 45-minute drive. Each of these sleek, angular units has a small kitchen with pots, pans, and utensils; a private bathroom with a hot shower; and a spacious picnic area. Two popular craft breweries, Blasty Bough and Northwood Brewing, are nearby.

Darling cabins, one log and one clapboard, and a carriage house have mountain views all around and are near the famed Poindexter Slough blue-ribbon fly-fishing spot on the Beaverhead River. The cabins both have two bedrooms, full bathrooms, fireplaces, and cozy couches. The carriage house has two bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a deck with a grill.

The Crystal Cove Historic District is home to a collection of unique and historic cottages decorated and furnished to reflect the beach culture that flourished here from 1935–55. Perched on the sand and above the high tide line on a bluff above the beach, these 24 rustic beauties offer an unbeatable location and with fourteen individual cottages and ten dorm-style cottages, they can cater to families or groups with varying capacities. Reserve six months to one year in advance, as these are coveted. Cottages do become available due to cancellations, so check back regularly. You can also look for last-minute availability at the Crystal Cove check-in office between 10:45 and 11 am daily.

One of Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge's lesser-known wonders is its collection of nine fantastic cabins scattered throughout the refuge. If you've ever wanted to be off alone in the Bush but still have a roof over your head, this is the way to go. The cabins are accessible by floatplane or boat, and available for up to seven days in summer and for longer the rest of the year. Set along the coast and on inland lakes, the cabins are bare-bones but do include bunks (which do not come with mattresses), kerosene heaters (you bring in your own kerosene), tables, and benches. Most cabins hold six or eight people. Although they usually book up six months in advance, if you get a sudden impulse, it's always worth checking to see if one is available. The cabins on inland lakes are usually not accessible in winter, and it's important to remember that any time you fly into remote Alaska you should come prepared for delays getting back out. Pack extra food and supplies, just in case.

This lakeside compound of 20 rustic but handsomely designed modern cabins provides the only roof-over-your-head lodgings on the main park highway, but this is a camping experience, albeit a nicely outfitted one. The wood-frame units, nestled in a grove of pine trees, can sleep from two to eight people and have tables and chairs, porches, picnic tables, fire rings, bear-proof lockers, and beds with firm mattresses. Shower and bathing facilities are nearby at the camp store. Bedding is not included, though you can purchase a reasonably priced amenity package that includes sleeping bags, lanterns, cooking utensils, and a s'mores kit.

Five minutes from the entrance to West Glacier, these cozy two-bedroom cabins can accommodate up to 10 people and have living rooms, barbecues, private decks, and fully equipped kitchens. On-site you'll also find an eight-room lodge, a horseshoe pit, a sand volleyball court, four ponds stocked with trout, and an outdoor-sports shop (packages are available that include accommodations and rafting or fishing trips). The lodge at a nearby sister property, the Glacier Homestead, can accommodate up to 26 people; it also has two cabins and a simple bunkhouse that is very inexpensive to book. This property was formally called Glacier Outdoor Center. 

These retro-style cottages resemble tidy bungalows, with simple decor, though most offer a front porch, fridge, microwave, and coffeemaker. It’s the location that can’t be beat, right on the banks of the Guadalupe River and minutes from downtown Kerrville, with proximity to the Kerrville River Trail and Louise Hays Park. There are fire pits, picnic areas, and riverside pavilions on the property. Most accommodate up to four people.

In addition to offering stunning views of Popof Glacier and Mt. Basargin, these remote and very rustic Forest Service cabins are a 4-mile boat ride from Shakes Slough Hot Springs, where you can soak in open-air and enclosed hot tubs. Guests may spot the brown and black bears, goats, and moose that frequent the area. Cabin 1 sleeps four and cabin 2 has room for seven; both include basic facilities, such as outhouses and woodstoves, but no water or electricity. Bring your own sleeping bag, food, and cooking utensils. Reservations are required for the cabins; make reservations through  www.recreation.gov.

Located on 40 acres near the mouth of the Tanalian River, just ½ mile outside Port Alsworth, this remote but homey property guarantees instant access to the great outdoors and pristine views of Lake Clark and the surrounding peaks from either a comfy cabin or one of three, 10x12-foot, "glamping" huts ($65 per night) with a fire pit and an outhouse. This company can also set you up with kayak and motor-boat rentals, as well as water-taxi and charter-boat services—be sure to inquire when booking.

At $45 to $75 per night, Forest Service cabins make for a cheap and charming escape, but they're popular; reserve in person, by mail, or online—up to six months in advance of your planned arrival date—with the National Recreation Reservation System ( www.reserveamerica.com). Most cabins are reached by floatplane or boat, but some are accessible by road. They offer bunks for six to eight occupants, tables, stoves, and outdoor privies, but no electricity or running water. You provide a sleeping bag, food, and cooking utensils.

With incredible views and proximity to a hot-springs bathhouse, this isolated retreat 65 miles northwest of Sitka is one of Southeast's most prized public-use cabins. In the Tongass National Forest facing the Pacific Ocean, the cabin is accessible only by boat, and you'll need to walk in from a nearby cove. The cabin sleeps four (bring your own sleeping bags) and has bunk beds, a woodstove, a table, and an outhouse. You must arrange your own transportation and bring all your own supplies.