Over the past 18 months, we’ve taken on the challenge of a lifetime—transforming a derelict farmhouse and overgrown land into a home, completely by ourselves. With no prior experience, just determination and a willingness to learn, we tackled everything from demolition to rebuilding, from laying foundations to putting on a brand-new roof, and from constructing walls to adding the final finishing touches.
This video captures the entire journey—every shovel of dirt, every beam raised, and every challenge overcome. We started with nothing but a vision of a simpler life, one built with our own hands, free from the fast-paced demands of modern life. It hasn’t been easy, but looking back at how far we’ve come, it’s been worth every moment.
Join us as we rewind the clock and relive 18 months of hard work, mistakes, triumphs, and everything in between. If you've ever dreamed of taking on a project like this, we hope this inspires you to take the leap!
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