The Winners of the 2023 Best Timber Homes Contest

Readers have chosen their favorites across four categories: ADU, Homes Under 2,000 Square Feet, Homes 2,000-3,000 Square Feet and Homes Over 3,000 Square Feet.

Written by Timber Home Living Editors

Every year, we set out to find the best timber homes across the globe to showcase as part of our SepTimber celebration. Readers from all over voted online during September, and the winners have been chosen. Here are the homes that came out on top!

ADU: Countryside Harmony by Timberlyne

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Photo credit: Cody Wortmann / Timberlyne Group

Square footage: 1,809

Bedrooms: 0

Bathrooms: 0

Located in Kansas, this backyard barn is perfect for entertaining and making memories with family and friends. It was designed with social gatherings in mind, complete with dining space and a cozy loft.

Homes Under 2,000 Square Feet: Center Harbor Lake House by Timberpeg

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Interior Photo Credit: Brian Neidhardt; Exterior Aerial Photo Credit: Aron Robie Visuals

Square Footage: 1,561 (not including walkout)

Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms: 2

This lake home has the perfect locaion for a barn-style functional home. The layout packs a punch in a petite design, but it has the ability to add more square footage and more features for a custom touch.

Homes 2,000-3,000 Square Feet: Heartland Hideaway by Timberlyne

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Photo credit: Cody Wortmann / Timberlyne Group

Square Footage: 2,204

Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms: 3

A retreat built as a sanctuary from city life, this home is full of comfort and character. The inside is full of spots to enjoy company, while the exterior living areas embrace the beauty of the scenary.

Homes Over 3,000 Square Feet: Whistlebee Farm by Timberlyne

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Photo credit: Cody Wortmann / Timberlyne Group

Square Footage: 6,283

Bedrooms: 2

Bathrooms: 2

A grandparent's dairy barn has been lovingly turned into a home and gathering space for family and community. The main part of the home is cozy for a smaller family, while the party barn is full of joy and festivities.