A Day Living Off Grid In A Cabin In The Woods 

In a time when people want everything shiny and new and are up to their eyeballs in debt, you guys are a refreshing example of how to be really happy. Well done from New Zealand.

Haha, the part of this video where you really obviously can’t wait for Dot to show up is really cute. Happy for you both.

I love how many times you mentioned that Dot was coming over, to do her essay, how excited you still are. Seems like youre still trying to impress her and keep the place tidy thats lovely.

A life well lived: conscientiousness, sustainably minded, compassionate and creative. Much respect.

Livin’ the life. We own property in the Georgia mountains with a stream and springs. Your channel has provided me with some great ideas. It’s great that your GF enjoys the same lifestyle.

Respect! This young Man KNOWS what it takes to live a happy, fulfilled life. He's got his Girl, his Kitty Cat, He's got his cozy Home, and his land. THIS is what almost everyone wants but we get caught up in the Rat Race of chasing the dollar. God Bless these kids for showing the world that YOU DO have a choice, you just have to make it happen for yourself.

Love the harp playing, wish she played more. Day in your life was lovely.

I can smell all the good smells from the fire, the coffee, the rainy woods, feel the chill and the warmth, it’s so amazing to see how you live like this! So cozy and so relaxing to watch. Thanks for letting us join you! Just found your channel last night, enjoying it a lot.

Harp music lends a magical touch to the enchanting home. Love all of it.

You can be proud! You built yourself your empire! God Bless you guys!🍀❤️👍

Thanks for posting and sharing. It was nice to see Dot and the cat. Beautiful to hear Dot’s harp music. My thanks to her for allowing you to include her in the video.

Damn, this is so inspirational. You are living the dream bro. I could happily live like that for the rest of my life.

small recipe for your extra rice: take yesterday's rice add some ground meat to it (2 parts meat 1 part rice or thereabout). any kind of meat would do or to your preference. break an egg into it. add some chopped onion (other sweet herbs and/or spices, i.e. anise, fennel), pepper, salt, garlic. Add some butter or pork/bacon grease if you are cooking lean chicken or turkey breast meat. also can add some shredded cheese if you have it laying around. if mixture comes out too dry add some broth, or water with soy sauce. form into flat patties or small rolls/sausage links. fry for breakfast with some eggs and has-browns. this is base recipe. you can tweak it to your taste, add/omit things.

I love the sound of her playing her harp. Almost sounds like playing crystal glasses. It's beautiful. Dinner looks delicious. I love broccoli with a herb butter sauce or ranch dressing.

I love when his gf play that instrument.... GOD BLESS to both of you...

I love you kitty!! 🐱 She’s the BEST, so adorable and loving, she melts my heart ❤️. You and Dot are a beautiful couple, living the dream & a perfect life! Lots of Blessings ✨

This is the life I wish I was living...how we were all meant to live! To be one with nature, the land, animals...all of the earth! So rewarding, but yes, hard work too! You are an amazing couple, and I wish all good things for you both in the years to come! Cheers!

I don't know about other people, but I'd like to see more vids like that. Just you and your girls loving life!

I live on a small holding in Bulgaria, I also live in a very similar way, been there for 5 years now, love it . Great video , keep them coming 😀

I'm a 60 y.o. carpenter. Your originality is inspiring. I am building a passive solar place in the spring. Thanks

really enjoyed that, to find a partner that also enjoys your choice of lifestyle is ace. Congrates to you and Dot and long may it continue..

Your life looks amazing you look so happy chilled and contented living off grid, no stress, no bills and no worries this is the way forward :-)

Dot is precious.... a woman of such beauty and grace is rare...... cheers to u mate

What a beautiful life!!! Exactly what God designed our lives to represent! Creativity fruitfulness, satisfaction with your labors! No kids? They would have the most wonderful place and parents to grow up with!❤️😊God bless you

Beautiful harp playing. Very serene. And your kitty is sooo cute. Love the way she follows you around like a dog. Sweet. I really like your home, too. Looks warm, inviting and cosy.

You Are a genius, hydro electric, water running through your property, everything you build Is Lovely.

There is just something about a flickering fire that is memorizing and soothing all at once! Lovely

Y.E.S. "Life IS... Work." And... When you Live Out Your Passion/Do The Thing You LOVE... YOU N.E.V.E.R Work A Day in Your Life. BRAVO Mate!

"A Day Living Off Grid In A Cabin In The Woods" (2019) is a delightful romantic comedy fit for the whole family. The setting is a cob roundhouse in southern Wales and the movie follows a typical day in the life of the protagonist- Kris, who is supported by a wonderful, familiar cast made up of Dot (his demure, harp-playing girlfriend) and Cat. While Kris is clearly the star of the show, and Dot provides a strong supporting role, it's Cat who steals the show with her antics, brilliantly switching roles back and forth between sidekick and tormentor. The chemistry is strong between all three characters, as evidenced by their affection for one another supported by strong dialogue. But this movie is full of laughs as well, as demonstrated in one touching scene where the three of them sharing a special moment but the ever-mischievous Cat rips a silent-but-deadly fart that sends Dot and Kris scurrying for cover. As for drama, I found myself on the edge of my seat during the "too much rice" scene, and waited with bated breath to see if any broccoli would fall off the plate during dinner prep. Each character had their moments where they shined. Kris' cobwork in the shower was first-rate, and he correctly identified and analyzed a problem with the hydro-electric turbine. Dot's musical interlude was beautifully done, and Cat's tree limb climbing scene was riveting (she does all her own stunts!) The movie wasn't without its hitches as there were some audio problems, (the camera operator forgot to turn the microphone on for an important instructional piece), but that was deftly handled with a voice-over in post-production. All-in-all, this was a refreshing slice-of-life romantic comedy that we've come to expect from Kris Harbour Studios and I highly recommend it. Once again, Kris has shown that you don't need explosions, car chases and CGI to produce an entertaining movie. 5 stars.

I am happy Dot had no plastic bags for her shopping!! Marvellous!!

Again what an amazingly cozy home you have created. Your kitty is gorgous, must be one of the luckiest in the world, sharing all that nature with you!!! So cute 😊🐈

Not gonna lie, this is what I imagine living in "The Shire" would be like.

Imagine how rare a lifestyle like this is. You are an inspiration!

Your abilities in creating such a nice and genuine warming home is incredible. Clearly you had some solid knowledge on things before you started, can't play around with electricity... Congratz man, really amazing!

I’m amazed at how much you have accomplished ! I’m sure you have made a lot of people envious of your abilities and determination🤗 take care of yourselves !

Thank You for the invitation, it was a lively time to spend in Your company.

LOVED this video sir. Watching your anticipation for Dots arrival was heartwarming. You have a lovely relationship with your daughter and you are clearly proud and happy to have her in your company. Was lovely to see this video and made me feel happy and warm. Thank you.

Thanks for sharing a day in your life along with the cat and Dot !!!!! Very nice. Love the simple life. My wife and i are in the country and live a very simple, but happy life. And staying busy. Like you i do not call it work. Re - Creation is what i call it. Especially when taking care of the garden !!!!

Watched this again, really nice how it all came together..... cabin, land, kitty, and most of all your companion.

The off-grid lifestyle you share is truly inspiring, leading to a remarkable and joyful life. Thank you for generously sharing your experiences. The parting glimpse of the wood store adds a nice finishing touch.

Aw! Upon my secondviewing of your lovely lady playing the harp, I noticed the 💖 on its edge then, as the camera backed up, I noticed the entire thing is in the shape of a 💖!!! How exquisite! Your life is supreme. Father bless you both and your kitty cat. Meow!

Thanks for sharing a day in the life. That harp is a nice thing to hear. ☺️ Livin the life

Thanks for sharing your typical ( or not so typical ) day. It's a fascinating lifestyle. As for the young cat smells - well one of ours (Keiko) was like that and still is to some extent. Her 2 sisters not so. Dot seems a wonderful person and I really enjoy harp music: that would be so restful at day's end in front of the wood-stove. I'm beginning to sound envious !

Me and my wife have really enjoyed watching the day in you life video, we love your cat she's really cute. We look forward to watching more of your videos. You and Dot both seem like lovely genuine people.

It's amazing to see how much progress you've made in the three years since this video! New hydro, two workshops, greenhouse and vegetable garden and so much more. Well done buddy!

I really like this video, a simple, happy and abundant life and I just love their accents. This is one of my favorite videos. Kats playing the harp by the fire, very romantic and cozy. Keep up the nice videos.

dosent matter what anyone else thinks, do what makes you happy ;)

!Happy to find this: What a lovely calming video without all the 'marketing polish'. What a great house too, really cozy. Great to see an off grid with a hydro source too. Great job. Sub'd :)

Ive been watching your videos since the house was a simple stack of tires. Still watching mate. I hope one day to have a self built hideaway like yours.The amount of information available in your videos is a huge help, thanks and keep it coming.

To be able to live in such a peaceful place, have such a calming life AND have found real love with Dot! You are incredibly blessed 🥲

Clean that stove glass: every day, spit on a bit of tissue, dip in the white ash, use that to clean the glass. Done every day it takes 30 seconds and the fire always looks lovely. We only heat with a stove, have done for 10 years.

Kris Harbour... I love your Great Home.... And love how much you love your kitten.... You have such a loving heart.... Never change that... 😇😇

This is the most wholesome thing I have ever watched on RU-vid. Just discovered your channel. Well done Kris!

Your girl friend is so sweet and cute! Exactly made for you. i wish you two a beautiful life together. God bless you both.

7:30 maintenance tip to get the glass clear (and see all the flames): when the fire is off, and everthing is cold: clean the glass with a wet / damp colth with a little bit of fine ash from the previous fire.. :)

Sweet.Love you both,the beauty of the country,simplicity,obvious friendship and knowledge you share ,the lovely home you have made!

My goodness, how sweet are the two of you! 💕 Both blessed and so nice to get to peek in on your lovely world and relationship. I certainly don’t have that.

Looks like a great life, reminds me of when my family was young. Always hard work, but we were always happy!

U have a beautiful home. So comfy and cozy. Kittys a cutie as well. Keep the home fire burning!

Great life you’ve created for yourself. Very inspiring. Keep the long hair!

Hi, Kris. I would consider putting an insulating layer around the outside of the copper pipe on the flue. It might help the hot water heater heat up faster.

I think by far you're my favourite channel to watch when it comes to offgrid

Before you add rice to the pot, rinse it vigorously until the water runs clear. Then 2 mugs of water to every 1 mug of rice = perfect rice.

Kris, I've worked my way through all of your videos. I have enjoyed them immensely. You do some wonderful work there and I find it interesting (and calming?) to watch. Dot seems to be a sweetheart, hard-working and kind. I can tell your little cat adores her. I don't usually subscribe to anything, but I'm making an exception here. Thank you for sharing this journey with all of us.

Hello Kris, I've been watching a lot of your videos the past couple of days and I've really enjoyed them. I too love the idea of living a self sufficient and sustainable life. I'm from Boston Massachusetts but I’ve been living on Outer Cape Cod now since 2010 and it's more of a rural self sufficient setting than living in the city which kind of rubs off on you over time. I've been in the building and remodeling business since I was 13 years old and I'm now 55. I started to get really interested in this type of self sufficient lifestyle about 10 years ago after moving to the Cape and in the past few weeks I've been recovering from some bruised ribs from playing ice hockey and in that down time that I’ve needed to heal up, I’ve gotten hooked on watching a whole bunch of these videos these past few weeks. The Hydro Power with water and the solar power really interest me. I was prompted to write this message after seeing your very cute kitten pass some gas or what we generally call here in America “farting”. I have a very cute and playful dog named Simba that I feel the same way about who is very friendly and sometimes passes his own gas and acts like it came from somewhere else or is a little embarrassed about it. He is about 75 pounds and and looks a lot like a breed called a Black Mouth Cur but he is a mix with some German Shepherd in him too. As a builder myself who has done a lot of building and remodeling I love all your ingenuity, ambition and attitude. I loved your video that you published back on Mar 26, 2015 called “Why Go Off Grid” and I agree with all the reasons you stated and it’s what gives me inspiration as well. I hate paying utility bills and our electric rates here on Cape Cod are some of the highest here in America. The last I checked we were one of the top 3 or 4 States in the Country with the highest rates. I think you are on the right path and are doing the right thing while inspiring many others through these videos you are posting, including myself and I look forward to seeing more of your wonderful projects.

Your house is amazing. I've followed off and on and the progress to your little empire just gets better and better.

Nice to see you and your wife enjoying God’s blessings in that amazing cordwood house.

I have watched this a few times now and loved it. I know this is the Kris Harbour channel, but what would be really nice is a day in the life of Dot. The woman behind the man. I can tell she is really shy on camera though, but she works hard beside you on your builds and behind the scene. LOL I would of kicked you every time I heard you say that you had done most of the new work shop build on your own, but Dot is more of a lady than I am hahaha.

Wow what a nice life.. enjoied the harp. Give kitty a big hug from norway

That's the cutest little kitty in the world. I love that kitty and it sure will help with the mice situation. Make sure she sleeps in the house. Animals are just like people and they need the warm in the companionship

I must have missed so many videos. I thought I had started from the beginning but it doesn’t matter. This video so far ( and I haven’t even got to the end yet ) has made me emotional. To see the baby kitten and you with Dot and clearly so happy is amazing. You should make a dvd from day 1 so people like me can buy it and not miss one day of your journey. Sadly I will never be in the position to live my dream so I just watch yours. Much love Penny (human ) Travis ( dog ) and Norton ( cat ) Xxxx

It was nice to see how relaxed you are with each other.

By far one of my favourite RU-vid channels. Such admiration for your lifestyle and the amazing work you do, it was so heartwarming to get an insight into your life. I felt content just watching your fire burn while Dot plays the amazing harp you made for her. Wishing you all the happiness.

You both look so much better with the new camera. Thanks for sharing a 'day in the life'. That cat is a stitch. It is good to see that Dot's harpistry is coming along so nicely.

Your house looks so cozy comfy. A place I could live.

Feel so relaxed watching you and Dot....it is what life should be.. without your skills, it is very hard to obtain, but I'm selling up and going to try as much as possible at 62. You are inspiring xx

I am very impressed about how your living & thankfully happy to see your videos ..please stay strong .Thank You very much .love that house & your shop .✌ from U.S.A.👍👍

Loved the harp playing! Nice place Kris!

Thank you really enjoy your utube im a bit old to get into this sort of building now but i can dream on from your experience so happy your life is what it is Om Om Om

Your little kitty is so freaking ADORABLE!! 💕 Love your life, very beautiful!!! I am sure it can be tough some days. Thank you for shaing what a day in your life is like! Love from Connecticut USA.

This is absolutely the most beautiful video, I have watched in a very long while. Thank you for sharing this. You brought more happiness to my little cabin. Simple life is the best.

Kris thanks so much for the "day in the life" video - I really enjoyed it. My wife and I are real cat lovers so it was great to see a lot of your cat - a real cutie. The long hair suits you (looks like our own son). Great to hear Dot on the harp. As an ex video producer I know the feeling when technology plays tricks. Anyway this was just so enjoyable to watch - many thanks.

Qué vida más sana y apacible!! Sin problemas y en medio de la naturaleza!! La quiero para mí!!!! Desde Málaga(España) 💕

Dot is lovely.

Thanks for taking the time to document your efforts. Great vision and balance between old and new. Really enjoyed the journey. Learned a lot. Inspirational.

Kris I have the same stove and use fire lighters and small kindling and build it up etc. Your method blew my mind. My wife and I just tried the same way you did it and voila, it worked (oh yea of little faith) you have opened our minds brother. By the way came across your channel by accident, just subbed.

Cats are super to have around they’re independent and ensure the mice stay away indeed. It’s a headache when mice start hanging around a house you have to constantly monitor and check your traps.

Thank you that was fun. Dots harp playing was fabulous. Thank you Dot! Your cat is precious or at least the front half is! lol

I love it. What a wonderful way to live.

Cute couple ! I'm envious. Watching others live out their dreams with such enthusiasm is great.

Wow! I love your home!! Thanks for sharing this with us! Peace to all.. ....💜⚘💜

Looks so cosy in there! What a lovely life you are building for yourselves! Love it!

I wish you and Dot infinite happiness together

I love the way your living i wish i could do this . So peaceful and natural. You did a good job.

I just knew a cat would be a part of the family. I admire how you good people live. Suchna lovely home and what a splendid location too.

Thanks for sharing your daily life with us! As always your videos are amazing!!! Cant wait to watch the next one

You should write a book on the how-to's of living off grid based on your knowledge and experience mate. It would be a good money maker for you and so helpful for people interested in pursuing it. It looks like years of hard work and effort but equal amounts risk and reward if you do it right. To be able to say you bought and built the home you live in and that it's yours and yours alone must be a special feeling. Well done Kris, truly inspiring.

Deffinitley simply amazing ..62 now & I've been in cabins we rented for a month .But nothing like this ..I'm city living & Beleive me if I'd seen vids like this 30 year's or so I'd be up in the wilderness 😂😉 I've always loved it...kind of banged up now from accidents ..Back I don't no if I could work hard no more...But I'm on your channel .& Still can DREAM ✌ Bill from pgh pa...

Thjs is a fine example of the off grid lifestyle. Hard work, when necessary, good food, very necessary, and the best company, most necessary. Unscheduled music was a lovely touch then your good closeup shots of your lunch and dinner were inviting. Makes one hungry every time. The editing was spot on in this video. Kept the interest even for the ADHD in me. These short movies will make anyone yearn for the same hassle free lifestyle in their own lives. Your really making a huge statement in the modern world saying they too can have the same smooth somewhat easy going atmosphere if they can put some effort into their own dreams. Keep on being you and show the world out there what can be accomplished. Many thumbs up to you and Dot!!! I will always be coming back for more! Me southern AZ. (USA)

thank you brother for the glimpse into your life and beautiful home. it is very inspiring, much love from the northern California.