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If it were me I would go propane . Check local Craigslist and Facebook market place for a used LP tank you can save big money . Buying your own tank doesn't lock you down to just one propane supplier you can shop around .

Tanks generally don't rust through as LP has a lubricant in it which stops rust from the inside . It might be ugly on the outside but a little sanding and one to two coats of Rust-oleum and you are good to go .

Set the tank yourself it just needs to be level or close to level . Then you just need a small trench from tank to house for the copper line . You can do all of this yourself and save $$$ .

Let what ever propane company you pick to finalize the install . They will transition from copper to black iron , install regulator and terminate at the water heater . I would ask for one or two tees be installed for any further additions like a cooktop or fireplace .

Adding LP to your cabin will add an efficient fuel source and value . I was lucky I found a 1000 gallon tank on CL three years ago for our retirement home . I think I paid 200.00 and the guy loaded it on my trailer . I cleaned it up , painted it and we installed some shrub type plants that eventually will make the tank less visible .