Maintenance on a log cabin isn't too bad, if it is built right.
I have been living in mine for 20 years. After 10 years, I stained it with latex stain, took a week.
Will have to re stain some day but not this year, still looks great.
To minimize maintenance you need big roof overhangs and porches. My house has 4 foot roof overhangs on the gable ends, and full length porches on the long sides.
Gotta keep rain, snow, and sun off of the logs.
+1 on the overhangs. My place has full length 8 foot "porches" on the south, west and east sides. Helps greatly in the summer keeping the house cool.
