Couple's Impressive Self Reliant Life on a Remote Tropical Island

Couple's Impressive Self Reliant Life on a Remote Tropical Island - Off Grid Living

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17 күн бұрын

Marjo and An have an incredible off-grid homestead lifestyle in the Mentawai Islands in Indonesia. They've built their own home using locally sourced wood, they harvest fruit from the forest, they fish for their protein, they raise chickens for eggs and meat, and they also generate solar power, harvest rainwater, and use a well for their water and electricity. The island they live on does not have any villages or roads, so everything is transported with a small handmade boat, from their groceries to their fuel. It's not an easy lifestyle that they've chosen, but it is quite beautiful and rewarding (and they can surf from their front door!).
You can follow and find out more about Marjo and An's incredible life on their KZfaq channel, Our Island Life:
/ @ourislandlife
/ marjos_stories
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Music Credit: Exploring Alternatives
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Filming Credit: Marjolein and An from Our Island Life
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@ExploringAlternatives 16 күн бұрын

Thank you for watching! You can follow Marjo and An from Our Island Life here: www.youtube.com/@OurIslandLife instagram.com/marjos_stories/

@VeganV5912 8 күн бұрын

I’m vegan. You don’t want to be in their shoes, a 5 minute taste. KZfaq, delicious, vegan food ✅♥️💪😎👩🏽‍❤️‍💋‍👨🏼🐒🐵🦧🦍👍

@ElviraSongalla 4 күн бұрын

i experience all of that my younger years with my Grandparent mother side they both decease no more old inheritance house only farm left i miss province life thanks for reminding my childhood days

@Life_WithShay 10 күн бұрын

This is the way of living that I grew up in. So simple, no bills to pay, just pure quality of life. I wish you both unlimited happiness.

@kennum 10 күн бұрын

no taxes

@ptrainingbytim 8 күн бұрын

Can I ask you where you grew up?

@TartempionLampion 8 күн бұрын

Because you think everything you see in the video they get it for free? Today you need serious money in the bank to live this way...

@TartempionLampion 8 күн бұрын

@@kennum if they live in a country, they pay taxes!

@TartempionLampion 8 күн бұрын

@@kennum they are obviously living on serious sabings... on which they paid taxes. And the price of everything they buy includes taxes.

@rebacarmack8335 13 күн бұрын

Most of the people that want to move to an island to live, want to do so in “ luxury”. You two are doing an amazing job! House is fabulous

@manuelr1405 10 күн бұрын

I'm sure if they have the resources luxury will be good also while living in the wild. :)

@watermelonlover745 7 күн бұрын

She can escape to civilization at any point he can't

@a-ebonylive8039 15 күн бұрын

This is how human beings supposed to live, in nature and peace, this modern life is oppression and lot's of depression, everything we eat contains dangerous chemicals, not even clean air to breath anymore, people are working hard to afford to make a living, I am happy that your have found your freedom and peace, this is what I am hoping to achieve soon, ❣

@williecourthers9450 14 күн бұрын

Freedom and peaceful living comes with a high price. They can't really go out walking at night without have torches and looking out for highly venomous snakes like the spitting cobra and Blue Strait snakes. Because of their remote location and no immediate access to a medical facility if bitten they would be dead within an hour. Also no modern conveniences like running water, refrigeration or air conditioning in a very hot climate..

@bubblegumbetch7393 12 күн бұрын

As someone who is Filipino and had the privilege to experience this type of living as a 'holiday off-grid experience' in several virgin islands in the Philippines.... I honestly give them both props, especially her. Cause if you haven't grown in that environment it's a steep curve to get used to.

@gordonshumway6825 6 күн бұрын

Tell me few Filipino islands where I could live that way off grid? I've been to PH several times before but couldn't find it

@dannymoorhouse1174 2 күн бұрын

I agree , that lady is so brave and resourceful. I've been in the Philippines for 7 years now ,on an island in northern samar.i confess it's very difficult to live as that couple does.

@sweeta17 Күн бұрын

@@dannymoorhouse1174 i would love to live on a t. island but not so remote but nearish to a village and town in case of needing a dr or even hospital . and it would be too lonely . maybe 2 miles away from noise etc . the lady said first they have no net and then they did . i am surprised they get signals but good that it works .

@dannymoorhouse1174 Күн бұрын

Bubblegum .which islands did you use in your off grid experience.?

@dannymoorhouse1174 Күн бұрын

@sweeta17 you can do it. There are many places to choose from. I guess it depends what you want to do & how to live. It can be near people or away from people and resources. As long as your happy & full filled. Do it 👍

@WTFwuzdat 16 күн бұрын

That new house is gorgeous! What a life you two have built. ❤

@ExploringAlternatives 16 күн бұрын

Thank you for watching! Their channel is called Our Island Life if you want to see more of their videos :)

@r8m8s8 9 күн бұрын

@@ExploringAlternativeshow can they have a channel if they live off the grid?

@jadoofly 5 күн бұрын

@@r8m8s8 lol dude perhaps you should look up the definition of off-grid.

@Cyberpunk_2050 3 күн бұрын

I'm Indonesian, I'm 18, I live in a village in a mountainous area with high rainfall and a very short summer, but I really like it. Someday I want to build a simple house far from the crowds, to live independently and enjoy life in my own way

@anggiagra 9 күн бұрын

I love when she said “everything has spirit…not only human but also tree, animal even our house”👍

@FloatingVillageLife 13 күн бұрын

Your self-reliant lifestyle on a remote tropical island is truly impressive. Embracing off-grid living as a couple showcases your resilience and commitment to sustainability. Your harmonious connection with nature sets an inspiring example for others. And I Am Floating Village Life

@giarivera5060 16 күн бұрын

You guys are living in a piece of paradise. The ocen looks very clean and beautiful.

@lunatickgeo 16 күн бұрын

when she said they were building a house, I did not expect that little beauty! kudos to the designer and builders! what a sweet home! also, thank you for showing a house in a tropical setting. no shade to your usual videos but I can't help but be tickled pink to see something close to my own situation (not that I'm living in a remote island paradise but close to that than this channel's usual fare)

@debbiecollins1154 16 күн бұрын

I absolutely love the Island Life you tube channel. I found it a couple of months ago and was hooked so I binged watched all of their videos. They have a great channel and the husband is so good at what he does. The house they are building is absolutely beautiful. Love watching how they live off grid and they are a beautiful couple. Great video!❤❤

@ExploringAlternatives 16 күн бұрын

Thanks for your comment Debbie! We loved collaborating on this video with them and it was absolutely fascinating to see a bit of their day to day life. It's definitely worth checking out their KZfaq channel! Thanks for watching and have a great day :)

@tinyrocks7549 16 күн бұрын

Amazing house, and what an ideal combination of a quiet life and surfing! I've surfed at Lombok about 12 years ago, and I still dream about going back to experience more of the Indonesian islands. You guys are living the dream 😊

@thinkplanetearth2946 16 күн бұрын

Though it is a beautiful setting it seems like a very hard life and too isolating for me. But I must say, I was completely taken aback by the beauty and quality of the home that he built. I was expecting a much more rustic and basic home. It looks like a professional builder built it. And when you consider the challenges of getting the materials to where they are, it truly is pretty incredible.

@manuelcajuguiran9093 22 сағат бұрын

This is the way of living that I grew up in. So simple, no bills to pay, just pure quality of life.

@cathylynnpietranton 15 күн бұрын

Wow now that is what you call really living of the grid. Liking the new house. Wishing you both good health and happiness. Thank you Matt and Danielle ❤❤

@mokanis2511 2 күн бұрын

Wish you all the best luck; love; happiness and a beautiful life on the island and thank you for sharing your beautiful house with the world. Enjoy your life, greetings from South of America

@geraldinej2789 15 күн бұрын

I follow them on their youtube channel , I live in indonesia for more than 10 years but in a really more confortable way ( bali ) … and I admire their way for an off grid life , simple life and I can feel on their videos that this life fullfills them a lot and how they enjoy their journey . they inspire me a lot ❤️🙏

@pipioktapia4365 15 күн бұрын

What visa do you use?

@larsstougaard7097 16 күн бұрын

Amazing story and couple, thanks 😊

@ExploringAlternatives 16 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed meeting them! Thanks for watching :)

@jeroberts7228 16 күн бұрын

That is definitely an impressive lifestyle, with so much useful knowledge of generations past being put to use, as well. Not an easy lifestyle, but one that's wonderfully connected to nature in many ways. I wish the best for them, always!

@gloriako7185 15 күн бұрын

WOW! I so admire you both. I think it's beautiful how you live, simple & in connection to nature...nature is so amazing! I wish you both so much beauty, fun, peace & MAGIC! I'd would nice if one day I could visit you & get a taste of what it takes to live like that...I'm sure is very fulfilling & peaceful...good for the soul...Wish you all the best!

@Kara_2505 16 күн бұрын

Great video! I sort of want to see a part 2. 😊 Really like these kind of stories. An and Marjolein (hoi!), what a beautiful house you have build. Amazing carpentry skills! I will certainly visit your channel and I wish you all the best. 🙏

@ohmyhercule3669 Күн бұрын

I'm proud I'm a subscriber of this couple. LOVE their content! So simple yet sooo rich in their own way..😍😍😍

@Nina-9a 16 күн бұрын

This house is so beautiful!

@kevinyowait2463 2 күн бұрын

What a beautiful place. I would love to live there myself. I'm watching from Papua New Guinea South Pacific. 🇵🇬 😊

@lizzieb6311 11 күн бұрын

Living as man was intended to live… quite beautiful …taking only what they need and treading lightly on the land ♥♥♥

@luatala8008 4 күн бұрын

Amazing !!!! Very very impressive. Your life home looks absolutely awesome!

@alexismerced2981 16 күн бұрын

Wow really real free life

@lorienelson 19 сағат бұрын

Love your story and wish I can live like you...bless you both.

@Austin-fc5gs 16 күн бұрын

Amazing, wish you all the best

@vaithomas5111 13 күн бұрын

Life is all it's simplycity is the best, congratulations to this beautiful couple and best wishes for a great future ahead.

@ya3693 16 күн бұрын

❤❤❤❤ Lovely...I wish a life like that...Peacefully.❤

@craighuddleston676 8 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Awesome!

@shathiisselvarajooshathiss9521 6 күн бұрын

This is paradise, they build a house which is very near to sea, thats awesome

@jdmccoy1999 4 күн бұрын

Paradise for you, nightmare for me. 🙂‍↔️

@dingjose4550 2 күн бұрын

Wonderful couple ..I wish you both happiness ,enjoy life to the most..stay safe Always..♥️🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

@robyndavis3043 5 күн бұрын

Just subscribed to their KZfaq channel!-thank you for sharing their story.

@shanleymello6527 16 күн бұрын

Beautiful and Thank you for adopting and caring for your wonderful animal family, thry look happy and healthy Many Blessings to you all ❤

@kiwioffgrid2437 15 күн бұрын

Yes.. this is life!

@KonaOffGrid 14 күн бұрын

Aloha ....We are an older couple and live off grid on the Big Island of Hawaii.....in the District of Ka'ū. I'm happy to have stumbled across your channel and an interested in knowing more ...we will be watching diligently..... Thank you for the Content ❤👈

@Salex684 10 күн бұрын

Lived in Hilo for 3 years and loved it, and Ka'u was one of my favorite places on the island. I've got Ka'u coffee in my kitchen.

@marieboileau950 15 күн бұрын

Perfect way of life with mother's nature, you two have understood how much life is precious ,so yes carry on crab it but having a phone with you will be good from 🇫🇷

@deeringkendrick8388 15 күн бұрын

Talk about living the good life.......😍

@nicolelafontaine1720 16 күн бұрын

Wow ! You are very courageous to live so far away from a city !!!

@mariadange06 12 күн бұрын

Hard core travelling experience, totally self sufficient.

@nicolarollinson4381 11 күн бұрын

Not totally. They buy stuff

@mariadange06 11 күн бұрын

@@nicolarollinson4381 of course they do but majority of their living is self sufficient.

@f913 9 күн бұрын

They are living the best life

@user-cn5wv6mf4g 9 күн бұрын

I love the beautiful home you built. May God Bless your lives richly!

@fredk4136 5 күн бұрын

Wow, what a beautiful place, beautiful couple and beautiful way of life.

@joanneganon7157 15 күн бұрын

Such talent ! The house is nicely done 🎉 Thanks. JO JO IN VT 💞🇺🇲

@jennybanana2296 3 күн бұрын

Wow! This is very impressive! Thanks so much for sharing.

@ExploringAlternatives 3 күн бұрын

Glad you liked it! Thank you :)

@jckelsey 15 күн бұрын

What a beautiful, relaxing home!

@Abdulsamadmm 5 күн бұрын

So awesome house All the best dear friends

@AmandaOffGrid 16 күн бұрын

Amazing!!

@ExploringAlternatives 16 күн бұрын

Thanks for checking out the video Amanda, hope you're having a good summer so far :) :)

@notdoingsogood2024 15 күн бұрын

❤ I love it, what a great home you've built. ❤

@blbmnm5939 15 күн бұрын

Amazing. thank you for sharing and best of wishes to An and Marjolein in their little corner of paradise

@jaludinzaini9436 5 күн бұрын

I❤ nature..beautiful islands..Amazing couple..❤❤❤

@tssnaidu 3 күн бұрын

Absolutely great 🎉🎉🎉

@lisag.2902 9 күн бұрын

The home they are building is amazing! An has some mad skills! incredible knowledge to be able to live off the land and off grid as they are doing. Great job. May you both be richly blessed

@natesquestyouknowthatsrigh8269 12 күн бұрын

Beautiful home, beautiful life. 😊

@suezaple4950 13 күн бұрын

What an awesome self sustainable life you and your pets are living , love your home it's perfect very epic workmanship the island beautiful. you folks are blessed to live here in such a beautiful peaceful place , be safe .

@simranjeetsingh8527 5 күн бұрын

You both are made for each other god bless you

@TheIslandLifeofUs 13 күн бұрын

Incredible island life these guys live.. we recently discovered their channel too and enjoy their stories so much! They possess the perfect attitude to live such a different and truly remote life with such massive challenges!

@father5959 Күн бұрын

Guys, you are blessed! What a fabulous lifestyle.

@user-gl6ts1lx6i 14 сағат бұрын

Wow beautiful

@user-ti3on3rp7i 9 күн бұрын

Woww😮😮❤

@mimir.569 15 күн бұрын

You are amazing people ! The Brooke Sheild and Christopher Atkins of your delightful blue lagoon.

@slynn5138 8 күн бұрын

Having stayed at Kandui, HT’s and Macaroni Surf Resorts, I can confirm that she’s living in a paradise on earth.

@staranise618 11 күн бұрын

Hi I watch these 2 on their channel. They are an inspiration and such a good example for a simple life.

@rodellwilliams871 15 күн бұрын

Beautiful home all the best 🙏🏽 🌞 👍🏾 👌🏾

@YangYang-wp4vh 15 күн бұрын

What a life! Amazing and admirable!

@ThePerfectSeason1972 16 күн бұрын

Nice and wonderful!

@celaraneta23 15 күн бұрын

Ye he!!!!im waiting for this guys ❤❤❤

@benmckinney2941 13 күн бұрын

The farming and fruit tree growing would be amazing there.

@sofeabian1372 9 күн бұрын

Wow!!!

@EloiseandHome 12 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing this and I love it so much. I am also an island girl but living in the West now. I am leaving the West to go live an alternative lifestyle. Why not. An island girl will always be one. I love your journey and I will continue to follow you.

@lewiskinser8320 21 сағат бұрын

U 2 r awesome and ur life is beautiful. Such a good story thank u

@liberatedlioness6478 14 күн бұрын

I love their channel, story and lifestyle ❤

@ExploringAlternatives 14 күн бұрын

So happy you're enjoying their channel! Also thanks for checking out the video :)

@Gina-up4nk 14 күн бұрын

What a beautiful life you two have built together. Thanks for sharing.

@ExploringAlternatives 14 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching! Happy you enjoyed meeting Marjo and An :)

@Chichibeanie 15 күн бұрын

I was enjoying this video so much that i didn’t want this it to end. I’m so happy to hear that you have your own youtube channel. I subscribed straight away. I cannot wait to watch your videos.

@ExploringAlternatives 15 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching! We felt the same way editing it (didn’t want it to end haha) :)

@AngelikaKalenda 9 күн бұрын

Good luck all the time - great to see you both flowering so well. much love

@wisteria4981 16 күн бұрын

Awesome lifestyle❤

@roydesignedthat 16 күн бұрын

Wow, beautiful home, hard come by!!! BestRoy

@ExploringAlternatives 16 күн бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@AinoRonda 3 күн бұрын

Luarbiasa

@lindarodriguez5806 10 күн бұрын

Wowww

@zt6309 16 күн бұрын

Thanks❤

@ExploringAlternatives 16 күн бұрын

You're welcome 😊 Thanks for watching!

@marionwallsten7507 16 күн бұрын

Absolutely lovely! 😊

@ExploringAlternatives 16 күн бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@keyplayer5 13 күн бұрын

Incredible video! Amazing footage and couple! I can’t wait to checkout their channel. Thanks for sharing.

@sirblanka 8 күн бұрын

What a beautiful couple.

@harrypotter506 13 күн бұрын

That's awesome

@Waya420 7 күн бұрын

this is happiness. living the way we have evolved to live and living carefree.

@lewiskinser8320 21 сағат бұрын

I already commented but I’m coming back now that I’ve seen the rest of ur beautiful home and homestead. Such a wonderful life u 2 have built and I’m goin to subscribe to ur channel so I can keep up with ur future endeavors

@eparamaravinatata1041 5 күн бұрын

Im from Fiji and our family owes a big piece of land by the beach on the island of Naviti in the Yasawas and watching this video is giving me ideas on how to built our off the grid home. Thank you for the video.

@ChicinthewoodsAlaska 16 күн бұрын

Love this! ❤❤❤❤

@ExploringAlternatives 16 күн бұрын

Happy you enjoyed the video, thanks for watching :)

@fribelenesoliven4305 8 күн бұрын

Challenging yet exciting. Simple living yet interesting.

@rodellwilliams871 15 күн бұрын

Awesome love it

@raquelfernandez463 6 күн бұрын

Hi guys you both are So Cute together i just 's watch your video and you guys are so good together.Keep going Strong and making good Videos.And your dogs are nice,and your Cat.God bless all of you and keep working good together.Thank you both.Love Raquel.