Timber Frame Homes in the Finger Lakes of New York

When it comes to timber frame homes in New York, discover why the Finger Lakes and Woodhouse are the perfect match.  

“One thing I’ve always loved about living here is that there is a natural, active show anytime you look out the window,” says Regional Project Manager (RPM) for the Northeast, Jay Hodgson. “Many of our timber frame home designs are built to capture that view.”

Timber Frame Homes in New York

When thinking about timber frame homes in New York, the charismatic Finger Lakes are primed for Woodhouse timber frame homes and lifestyles. Culturally, the Finger Lakes region occupies a crossroads between history and geography. It is where New York’s rugged Adirondack mountains meet traditional maritime styles by way of the influential Erie Canal. Today, fresh perspectives and ideas come through the region’s multitude of colleges and universities.

“It’s a place that embodies so many personalities,” says Jay. “It’s a lake-filled landscape with wineries and centers of art and education.”

Timber Frame Styles in the Finger Lakes

The region’s multitude of idyllic qualities are mirrored by our diverse collection of timber frame home styles. Each can be custom designed to fit your Finger Lakes property, whether it’s lakeside, streamside, tucked into a forest, or near one of the area’s dreamy little towns.

Our timber frame houses let you enjoy an open-concept floor plan with panoramic windows that capture natural light and let you drink in the views. With more than 332 miles of lakeside shoreline plus countless more along pristine waterways, it is no surprise that our LakeView Plan is a popular choice. The expansive back porch living space lets you watch the evening fireflies as you relax after a day of hiking, wine-tasting, leaf-peeping, or paddling. In wintertime, enjoy watching the lake change under snowy skies while you remain snug from chilly winds in our sturdy, energy-efficient homes built for New York’s heavy snow loads and extreme weather.

Designed for Finger Lakes Living

A timber frame home can maximize your Finger Lakes lifestyle. One recent project offers a modern vibe customized for a shoreline setting. Situated atop a hillside on the edge of Seneca Lake, this contemporary industrial timber frame is a showcase of refined, relaxed beauty. It is oriented so every room within its light and airy interior features a captivating lake view, reminding the homeowners and guests of their enchanting setting.

Like many lakefront homes, there is ample space between the deck and lake for outdoor spaces such as patios, timber frame pergolas, and even a timber frame boathouse. This home in particular features an outdoor shower as well as a firepit and an elevated deck for watching the sunset over the lake. In another project, the design team at Woodhouse created the BaliView floor plan for a retirement-age couple with a full-finished basement. Both homes are flooded with natural light.

“There are great views of the lake, and that wide-open feel of the outside connects to the interior,” Jay says.

Timber frame homes in the Finger Lakes can easily carry an aesthetic that reflects a natural connection to the region. In addition to wood in the form of sturdy timbers, Jay recommends using rocks and stone. Stone details, such as fireplaces, mantles, siding, hardscaping, and pilon wraps can mirror the stones found in the region’s many gorges and glens.