Off Grid Cabin Build on our Abandoned Homestead

Рет қаралды 7,000

2 жыл бұрын

Our tiny house build project continues on our off grid homestead in Spain. This week we're cracking on with the first step of the roof for our tiny cabin in the woods-installing a vapour barrier and battens in preparation for the solid roof. This light steel frame construction is really starting to take shape now, with the floor, walls, bracing and roof beams all in place.
Working in 34 degrees heat (93 fahrenheit!) on our little homestead was a challenge to say the least! How much can we get done on our off grid tiny house build before the summer heat really hits us??
- - - - -
[SUPPORT US]
Join our Patreon family and receive early access to ad-free videos and exclusive updates:
/ smithsdalefarm
Or if you prefer little one-off gift giving as a thank you for the work that goes into making our videos, you can support us via Ko-Fi here:
ko-fi.com/smithsdalefarm
We're building a 2m x 4m off grid cabin, to serve as a temporary home as we renovate the stone almacén in Spain into the tiny house of our dreams.
Subscribe to our channel to watch our journey here on KZfaq, as we document the full build process of our cabin, the barn conversion tiny house build in Spain, and establishing our homestead using regenerative agriculture and permaculture techniques.
And follow us over on Instagram for more behind the scenes snaps and clips too - @smithsdale_farm - / smithsdale_farm
[CATCH UP]
- CABIN BUILD SERIES PLAYLIST: • Building an Off Grid C...
Check out some of other videos and playlists about buying land in Spain, and the property we've purchased to build our off grid tiny house, as well plans for the barn conversion and regenerative agriculture on the land:
- WINTER-PROOFING THE STONE BARN ROOF: • WE'RE BACK! | Restarti...
- PLANTING A LEMON TREE AND AIRL-AYERING FIGS: • Air Layering Fig Trees...
About Us:
We're Danny and Kate. In 2015 we moved from the UK to Barcelona, and after a few years enjoying the busy city, sunny beaches and snow-capped mountains it's time for a new adventure. We've recently bought land in Spain, in the mountains of Catalunya, to build a mortgage free tiny house and start a self-sustainable off-grid homestead to live off the land.
Music: Artlist.io

Пікірлер: 55

@NikosDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Is super hard to be productive when you basically have only one day a week to do work on any project and your project is huge! Keep pushing forward!!

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Yes… we try to make the most of our time to be as productive as possible. But sometimes the jobs just take longer than we have in a weekend. Hopefully soon we will be able to start spending longer there 🤞🏻

@iangillespie3837 Жыл бұрын

Coming along great

@SmithsdaleFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@isabellahogan2903 2 жыл бұрын

Aww well done guys!

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 💚😁

@Diego_Leon 2 жыл бұрын

good job couple, soon you will have your place ready to rest all work has its reward, greetings

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Diego 💚😁

@LittleSpanishFarmstead 2 жыл бұрын

Gosh you two are troopers, I know how it feels to give it your all under the hot sun for a full weekend, followed by a long drive home and work the next day... but I couldn't keep it up as long as you have, OR be half as productive! The cabin is looking great and you're gonna be sooooo proud of yourselves when it's done!

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Ah thank you! What an accolade, coming from you 💚💚

@aagnieszka881 2 жыл бұрын

You are such an inspiring young couple. I’m hoping to relocate off grid in Spain next year. I have time to learn few things from you;)

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 💚 It’s exciting to have a plan ahead. Keep us updated! And feel free to ask any questions you like! We may not have all the answers… but we’re always happy to help if we can! 😁

@old_con 2 жыл бұрын

The weather seems to have gone mad, but you were able to achieve something and it all adds up. Will be nice for you once you have it finished and then can concentrate on your little house. Thanks for the video. 👍🏽😎

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Right?!? Not sure how there are people who still deny climate change... 🤷🏻‍♀️😅

@AnastasiosVK 2 жыл бұрын

So happy to see more videos from you guys! You've done such a great progress , keep up :) You are inspiring

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😁💚

@101life9 2 жыл бұрын

Yup. Heat and humidity do affect the body somewhat. Lots of water is needed....can't imagine working outside 😅

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah it was a bit tougher than usual. But at least we managed to get a little bit done ☺️

@saypop 2 жыл бұрын

You May bé adapt to our weather soon, love your project, we just get a land aswell, a bit more up, Montseny, wich is amazing, taking good ideas with this light iron construction

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

We have lived in Spain for almost 7 years... generally we're pretty acclimatised... but when it switches from 22 to 34 overnight everyone suffers! Haha. Good luck with your project. It's a beautiful area!

@ElisaLlera 2 жыл бұрын

Whaaaaa! Guys, the land really shown in this video. Thanks so much for working for that extra shot. Here's to hoping the next work days cooler. (PS HOW CUTE IS THE PACO CONTENT?!)

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Ahhh thanks 💚 Can’t wait for that to be the view out of our window! 😁 Paco is missing his 3 besties!!

@fempowermentthisisfempower3552 2 жыл бұрын

Great progress! 👏🏻 And Paco at the end…!! 🥰😍

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

🐶😍

@soniahofmann4969 Жыл бұрын

New to your Channel Harriet recommended you I'm an American and when you play music while you're talking it's very difficult for me to understand you although I love love British accents please do not play the music while you're talking I would really appreciate it I'd love to continue to watch your progress thank you so much and I wish you the best

@SmithsdaleFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks. Will bear in mind. Glad you’re enjoying the videos so far 🙂

@norpenalways8007 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing.. Lucky husband and wife.. Work together

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😁💚

@roelienrudijansevanrensbur4172 2 жыл бұрын

It takes a lot to work and still do the building of a new life... take care..pause if need be...you are doing well

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 💚💚 Sometimes it feels like we’re making very slow progress… but we’ll get there ☺️

@tomdickson080888 2 жыл бұрын

Loving the series guys!

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tom! 😁💚

@adenvet2830 2 жыл бұрын

Hi guys, very wise measure twice cut once, great video. Hear in the UK it's 13c so a little bit cooler than your experiencing, 75f would be my limit.

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Haha yeah it was definitely a bit tougher than previous weeks in this heat!! 🥵

@mysoulrambles 2 жыл бұрын

Your mountain looks so beautiful ❤️

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 💚💚

@wendycdrake 2 жыл бұрын

I continue to be so inspired by you guys and love Paco! (We have a 9 year old BC...Scout). I am curious about growing the grapes under the pines. I have been trying to figure out what to grow under mine (Boulder CO climate) and would love to try grapes. Do you know what variety they are and whether you get a frost or cold temps at your altitude?

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Wendy! This one was inherited, and just where it happened to be growing. We actually have no idea what variety it is… we’re hoping we might be able to identify it once we see it fruit. We’ve been researching about tiered permaculture, where you have things growing at different levels-tall canopy trees, mid height fruiting tree, lower bushes and climbers, and then low/floor level plants. Really interesting concepts, that we hope to try out and share, when we’re ready to start our bigger land and growing projects later in the year. We will definitely share as much as we can, as we learn! 💚

@troy..spain...1672 2 жыл бұрын

Hi been waiting for the next vid ... it’s 32 here in the Costa Blanca. Are next move will be buying land with a run down property . Take care

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Very exciting Troy! Good luck with your search! What areas are you looking? Still in the Costa Blanca or other areas too?

@troy..spain...1672 2 жыл бұрын

Altea área . My partner is a yoga instructor and artist so we think Altea and around that area would work better . I’m a carpenter and seem to pick up work anywhere. I am impressed with the knowledge you both have on the cabin build and good choice of power tools ...

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

@@troy..spain...1672 ooh lovely!! Hope everything going well with your search for land! Let us know how you get on 👍🏻

@troy..spain...1672 2 жыл бұрын

@@SmithsdaleFarm will do 🍷

@mickybcn7453 2 жыл бұрын

No soy experto en ese tipo de construccions,però...no hubiera sido mas fàcil si primero hubierais colocado en el techo 4 paneles de OSB atornilladas a la estructura,y encima colocar la membrana de vapor? En media hora lo hubierais hecho sin embargo col·locar la tela y pegarla a los perfiles metalicos es mucho mas difícil, si ya se que hubierais gastado un poco mas de dinero,unos 50 euros pero ya os quedaba el techo listo para pegarle encima la làmina metalica para la lluvia,ahh deberiais tener en cuenta que si teneis solo el techo terminado,y por desgracia hace un viento fuerte os podria levantar toda la estructura y volcarla.

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

OSB estaba una opción, pero el precio ha subido mucho..! 💰💰💰

@schdifn4025 Жыл бұрын

Are there any max dimensions for the tiny house or new cabins you are allowed to build. Also does it make a difference if you plan to live there full time or just use it as a holiday destination in terms of regulations

@SmithsdaleFarm Жыл бұрын

Ye there are a lot of regulations about what you can and can’t do, then each village takes its own view on those. You’d not get permanent dwelling permission for something like we are building, you need running water and toilets etc. Something under 15m2, in principle, is ok to build, but I would always recommend speaking to a local architect (common in Spain) or lawyer.

@wales123100 2 жыл бұрын

Cabin coming on great! Is the plan to live on the land full time or will you still live in the city

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Yes we hope to be able to move there later this year

@Max94404 2 жыл бұрын

after over a year.... really not impressed. At least you 2 are making an effort. Property like that, the first thing is Contour Lines. Plenty of rocks just to move them. Just line rocks, nothing big. One decent size rock, and maybe 2 smaller in front of it. Nothing big, keep it simple. Have the land try to keep as much water that it can. No swales needed. Just slowing the water down. Find out how water moves throughout the property. Upper and lower catchments, your not going to build ponds. Just slow water down. Then address any water erosion. Use the rocks. The greener it is the cooler it stays

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment and tips about the water, Max. Appreciate it. As for progress.. we’re not trying to impress anyone… simply share our experience 🙃 There are plenty of KZfaqrs who have quit their jobs to move to the land and live 100% off grid during their renovation (most already have a van to live in comfortably). We’re showing that there’s still a way to do it, even when you both work full time jobs and live further away from your property.. that might be encouragement for some who would like to do the same, but don’t see anyone doing it 😁

@mickybcn7453 2 жыл бұрын

34 degrees,do you know now why the people who work in the country make the siesta?

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

🤣👍🏻

@ChrisRR-bq2jn 2 жыл бұрын

hi, couldnt you both pay for someone to do odd parts of the homestead cos you both realy struggle to do anything and are there for basicly not enough hours. dont know how much of this slow progress i can take.

@SmithsdaleFarm 2 жыл бұрын

We probably could, yes… but that’s not really the point. 🤷🏻‍♀️😁 We want to learn. And we want to do as much as we can ourselves. Life isn’t a race.