In 2015, Broomfield and his wife snapped up five acres of wooded land in Remsen, NY for $27,000, noting the area’s proximity to a lake and its rolling hills as a natural draw for travelers. They envisioned a small‑scale lodging operation that could be managed from a distance and that would eventually provide a financial buffer for their children.
Broomfield’s first venture was an A‑frame cabin finished in 2018. He poured an estimated $90,000 into the build, hiring specialists for the well, electricals and finishing touches. Listed on Airbnb for $60 a night, the cabin’s popularity pushed rates to $380‑$700 during peak seasons, generating $119,337 in 2024 revenue.
The success of the A‑frame spurred a second project: a 14‑foot treehouse launched in November 2019. Guests had to cross a suspension bridge to reach the two‑bedroom retreat, which boasted a private pond, a living room overlooking a waterfall and a covered porch. In 2024, that cabin alone pulled in $151,966 and earned a spot in Airbnb’s top 10 % by rating.
By 2021, Broomfield added the Birch Falls Spa Cabin, an 18‑foot indoor waterfall studio that cost $160,000 to build. That structure brought in $120,227 the same year. Operating costs across the three cabins sit at roughly $8,000 a month for payroll, $18,000 annually in property taxes and $700 a month in utilities, leaving a net of about $400,000 per year. Cumulatively, the cabins have earned Broomfield $2.1 million since the first listing in 2018.
Looking ahead, Broomfield intends to construct two additional cabins—a tiny house and a 2‑story container structure—and to hire more staff to support the growing portfolio. He says the venture will eventually be handed down to his children, framing it as a legacy project for the family.
Guests often highlight the motorised king bed that slides out into the woods, allowing them to sleep under an open sky. The unique design, combined with the cabins’ rustic charm, keeps visitors coming back, turning a weekend hobby into a thriving hospitality business.