They’re a great choice for a modern cabin interior or to highlight the view ... including farmhouse linen and Northwoods plaid. The rope comes in eight colors and packs of two or four.

Mr. Wolf and two other designers shared their recommendations on designing the interior of a log cabin to realize the sweet spot between rustic and modern. Here’s what they suggested.

I paid $460 for a 185-square-foot interior cabin on the Carnival Radiance out of Long Beach, CA. My stateroom was the cheapest option, and I'm glad I didn't pay more for a window or larger room.