Architectural Review: Cumberland Trace (3-Story Version)
The front exterior embodies a classic Rustic Timber Lodge / Adirondack Mountain Home style. Rich cedar-style wood siding, a heavy stone foundation, prominent gable roofs with deep overhangs, and extensive porches create a warm, inviting presence. Signature details like the circular oculus window, exposed timber brackets, stone chimney, and decorative paddle oars enhance its authentic lakeside-cabin charm while the generous glazing and multi-level design give it substantial presence and modern livability.
Main Level
The heart of the home is the open Great Room (15×19), anchored by a fireplace and opening vertically to the upper level for dramatic volume and light. Adjacent is an efficient Kitchen (10.5×12) that flows naturally into the dining area, ideal for family meals and entertaining.
A private Master Suite (12×17.8) occupies the right side with its own bathroom and closet — perfect for owners wanting main-level living. The home is enveloped by exceptional outdoor space: a large front porch, a massive side Porch (12×32), and a rear porch (30×6), creating seamless indoor-outdoor living opportunities.
Upper Level
Ascending the stairs reveals a striking open overlook into the Great Room below. This level features two secondary bedrooms — Bedroom 2 (16.5×12) and Bedroom 3 (12×13) — sharing a full bathroom. The open-to-below design maintains strong visual and spatial connection between floors.
Lower Level
The newly revealed lower level significantly expands the home’s versatility. It includes a spacious Den (15×17) with another fireplace, ideal as a family room, media lounge, or guest space. There are two additional bedrooms: Bedroom 4 (12×15.5) with its own bathroom, and Bedroom 5 (11×13.5), plus a convenient mechanical room. This walk-out style lower level (with access to the large porch above) adds flexible living space that can serve growing families, guests, or multi-generational living.
Family Life in This Home
This 3-story Cumberland Trace is designed for an active, memory-filled family lifestyle. The multiple porches become the stars — kids running the full length of the 32-foot side porch, family dinners under the stars, or cozy evenings watching sunsets or wildlife. The Great Room and lower-level Den offer two distinct gathering spaces: one bright and lofty for holidays and celebrations, the other cozy and grounded for movie nights or gaming.
With five bedrooms, the home easily accommodates visiting grandparents, sleepovers, or older children needing their own space. The surrounding natural setting (beautifully shown with blooming trees and rolling lawns) invites outdoor adventures — backyard games, nature walks, campfires, or simply relaxing on the porches with a book and a dog by your side. In fall, the porches would be perfect for hot cocoa while enjoying the changing leaves.
Overall, this expanded Cumberland Trace delivers warm rustic character, exceptional flow, abundant natural light, and outstanding outdoor connection across all three levels. It’s a highly functional yet soulful family home that feels both grand and intimate — perfect for those seeking a timeless lodge-style residence filled with laughter, togetherness, and connection to nature.
