On this page, you’re going to find a mix of PDF guides, posts, and other resources you can use to start creating the homestead of your dreams wherever you are, whatever your circumstances. Whether you have two pennies and a button to your name or a hundred prime acres with dollars to spare, there’s something here for you.
Our homestead project and how it can help YOU
I originally started this website as a resource for others wishing to build a homestead just like we did! We built our own cordwood house on 16.4 acres of beautiful Kentucky hills and wanted to share the process with you, including the ups and downs and nitty-gritty information to help you do it even better than we did. We welcome you to go down the rabbit hole to see what’s possible.
Now, let’s break it down step by step:
Buying Land
Just getting started? This free PDF guide will show you where to start your search and some things to watch out for. You also get a free checklist to print out and use to compare parcels while you search.
Our premium guidebook is designed specifically for homesteaders and those interested in country living, so you can find and purchase your rural property with confidence.
Read all of our posts about Buying Land
Living Off Grid Into Retirement: An Interview With Two Intrepid Empty-Nesters
Many people wonder whether pursuing an off-grid lifestyle is a good idea. Especially given many…
18 Things to Look For In Your Perfect Homestead Property
Everyone has different needs and wants when it comes to starting a homestead. If you…
Buying Land: 5 Critical Things To Do Before You Purchase
Buying land and building a homestead is easily the biggest thing we’ve ever undertaken (well…at least…
Building a House
Get started with our FREE PDF guide all about getting started with building your own home from scratch.
Ready to REALLY start building? Grab the guide that started everything and helped us go from dirt to house with our own hands!
Read all of our posts about Building a Homestead
Off The Grid Water: The Basics of Rainwater Harvesting
One of the most important things you need to determine when you want to buy…
Pros and Cons of Building With Cordwood Masonry
I once had a fat stack of Mother Earth News sitting in an ancient wooden…
DIY Cedar Siding for CHEAP
Cedar siding can be a beautiful way to side a home, but it usually comes…
Designing Your Gardens
Grab our FREE PDF planning sheets for your homestead garden! Keep everything nice and organized with the mini version of our full garden planner.
Grab the FULL PDF planning sheets and take your garden to the next level! Keep everything nice and organized with the full printable version of our signature garden planner.
Read all of our posts about Gardening
Awesome Online Gardening Resources for Beginners
Having a garden is a great step towards self-sufficiency. For beginners, it’s important to take…
How to Make an Abundant Container Garden For Free
When we were in the middle of building our off-grid homestead, we weren’t able to…
30+ Ways to Start a Vegetable Garden for Cheap or Free
If you’re anything like me, you probably want to grow a food garden because it’s…
Going Solar Powered
Grab our FREE PDF guide for getting started with solar energy. Includes checklists, resources, and even a handy script for talking to solar companies!
Read all of our posts about Solar Power
Off The Grid Solar Power: How Much Do You Need?
Is it possible to provide 100% of your home’s power needs with solar panels? The…
Expanding an Existing Small Solar Power System
Looking at installing your own off-grid solar power system? It’s exciting, but it’s hard to…
What We Run (and don’t run) on Our Small 1.14 kW Off-Grid Solar System
I often get questions about our small off-grid solar power system. If you’re looking to…
Learn about Cordwood Masonry
Want to learn about cordwood building but can’t get to an in-person building workshop? Our online course is the next best thing! Features text tutorials, video masterclasses, and worksheets to help you plan your own custom cordwood building project. Always open and ready whenever you are!
Read all of our posts about Cordwood Masonry
Pros and Cons of Building With Cordwood Masonry
I once had a fat stack of Mother Earth News sitting in an ancient wooden…
How We Built Our Cordwood Shed
From 2017 through the first half of 2020 we had a modest 1.14-kilowatt off-grid solar…
Running Electrical Wiring In or On Cordwood Walls
There are many options to consider when running electrical wiring in your cordwood house. Here,…
Learn about Sustainability
My Green Mattress: Our Complete No-Nonsense Review
I hate mattress shopping. I mean, I hate shopping in general. But mattress shopping is…
37+ Low and Zero-Waste Gift Ideas For Every Budget
If you’re anything like me, you might be trying to live a more low-waste or…
BOROUX Water Filter Review 2025-26: Our Complete No BS Review
Updated October 2025 We’ve lived off-grid since the end of 2017, and since shortly after…
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