Building an Off-the-Grid Solar Cabin

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This is a video documenting the process of building an off-the-grid cabin located over a mile from the nearest road. Basic carpentry skills are needed, but photos document how most of this was accomplished. The cabin's sole source of power is solar. The cost of this build was about $15,000 but there was no labor charges as it was self-built.
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@mikekennemer7737 4 года назад

As a builder for over thirty years, Sir you did a wonderful job..

@mikekieffer3815 3 года назад

I do not see any reason for the thumbs down. Really nice cabin. I guess haters gonna hate.

@kyleongesii2601 3 года назад

Me either, all those are haters. I watched all these off grid videos and decided to build me a 3bedroom home in the island off grid and solar is pretty good.

@cliffhorn6657 3 года назад

I myself don’t understand the human nature of thinking of some folks as well???

@bone864 3 года назад

They're just jealous haters too lazy to actually make it into reality

@alexsarivan9948 3 года назад

Many of them press it by mistake when going thru videos. I did it in the past.

@sharonbfoehner1763 3 года назад

Church Mike

@johnbyers961 5 лет назад

"The cost of this build was about $15,000" WOW !!! Nice build . I would just go ahead and live there . Come too town about once a month ; )

@RLPnKY 11 месяцев назад

The counter-balanced stairs to the loft are awesome!!! Great Job!

@Michigan_Backwoods 9 месяцев назад

Thanks so much!

@paultaylor907 5 лет назад

One of the best build cabin that I have seen on youtube by par.

@Michigan_Backwoods 5 лет назад

Thanks for your comment. I've had lots of activity on this video in the past week. Can you tell me where you saw the link? Thank you!

@paultaylor907 5 лет назад

@@Michigan_Backwoods This one. "Building an Off-the-Grid Solar Cabin"

@newdogatplay 5 лет назад

@@Michigan_Backwoods u tube brought it up on my home page

@alsatful 5 лет назад

@@Michigan_Backwoods its that time of year , the season is the reason

@danielbecker4329 5 лет назад

Simple but beautiful. Amazing job

@solarcabin 5 лет назад

Nice job guys! Great place for vacationing or would be a good size for permanent living for a small family. 20 years off grid in a small cabin and never a regret. Freedom!

@jasonnies2169 2 года назад

Do you still have to work a full-time job? I'm in the process of going off grid but I don't want to work for someone else anymore. I want the freedom. I enjoy creating/building/making things. I plan to try to live just by building a small workshop and selling things I make. Worst case I may have to work somewhere but that kinda defeats the purpose of moving off grid.

@solarcabin 2 года назад

@@jasonnies2169 I started a local pest control business and ran that for 10 years. Retired at 49 and now just write books and make videos: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-5unBTSGqEoM.html

@jasonnies2169 2 года назад

@@solarcabin nice. Once I sell my house I'll have enough to buy the chunk of woods I want, build a cabin, workshop, start a garden, build a chicken coop, install solar and all that good stuff without going into any debt. So basically I'll just need enough for my kids healthcare, small amount of food, taxes, and gasoline. I'll make it work one way or another lol I'm 35 so I figure I have some time but not any to waste!

@dianececcarelli9050 2 года назад

@@jasonnies2169 L

@justinlamb3822 3 года назад

You made my life problems go away for 17 minutes. Thank you

@Michigan_Backwoods 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed the video!

@jasonnies2169 2 года назад

I'm currently in the process of buying/building and moving to an off grid cabin and starting a small homestead. This is great!

@Michigan_Backwoods 2 года назад

Thank you

@dblood8529 5 лет назад

Now this is cool. A memory a father and son will cherish for the rest of their lives. Great build. Great video. Thanks for sharing.

@kirneyc.thibodeaux649 2 года назад

I eat sleep and breathe survival and self defense. Im in south central Louisiana....Cajun Country. I think you did a great job. Great video. Well presrnted. Enjoyed. Im an ex Army ranger now 63 years old. Im in the woods at least once a week for the last 32 years and I still do military hikes. I just completed 61 days out of my 19.8 lb backpack. Enjoyed the hell out of that. Have alligators and a few poisionous snakes where I go camping. Some of them become supper. Life is great. Thanks again........charles

@paideiadistribution2786 2 года назад

I’m not sure how many RU-vid videos I’ve seen in my life, but this could be the most enjoyable on many different levels. I’m about to purchase 76 acres for our family to enjoy. This was awesome and inspirational. Fist bump from East TN!!!

@Michigan_Backwoods 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@DeusVolo 3 года назад

Ahh good ole 2017 when lumber was affordable!

@HAFFT1ME 6 лет назад

That loft ladder setup you have is great! Thanks for sharing your journey.

@Michigan_Backwoods 5 лет назад

You might like to see this: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-uV5WHk162iA.html

@susanwhite2488 4 года назад

@@Michigan_Backwoods Hello MB I'm also a Michigander nice to meet you! Great build loved watching your video. I was also interested in your very unique, space saving stair/ladder combo. I tried your link and it was a no go so I was wondering if you might be able to check out what the problem might be? I'll be starting my cabin soon and it would be of great help to me thank you and I hope your enjoying your cabin!!

@Michigan_Backwoods 4 года назад

@@susanwhite2488 I think this is what I was trying to send you. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-BW4UQmM6ua4.html

@jarrodbaker 5 лет назад

Out of all the 'step-by-step' RU-vid videos, this is one of the BEST I've seen. Great job brother!

@ChristalBowlby 3 года назад

Ther very best part about this is seeing your son's big smile. A project with his Dad that he will never forget. Great memories last forever!

@Michigan_Backwoods 3 года назад

Thank you for your kind comments!

@mikehitchcock707 2 года назад

... I commented earlier but, 4-got to mention.. you'll did a great job here & something to take much pride & sentimental.. & yur kid is a lucky son to have a father who'd do such a project let alone help financially or, even give the time.. the cost there is immeasurable. I wish my father would do such a project for myself.. however, I ain't gotta dad cool like you so, I'll do it myself.. I hope your kid don't take it for granted like many do these days.

@Michigan_Backwoods 2 года назад

Thanks very much for your kind words! You can't put a price on the value of bonding with family and sharing the gift of the great outdoors!

@andreas6958 4 года назад

Great Father Son time , yall did a wonderful job . It wal stand for generations to come..

@daroldfickey2715 2 года назад

Thank you for sharing this video. My 24 year old son and I will be building a cabin on our land this summer. Great design!

@Michigan_Backwoods 2 года назад

Best of luck!

@ctb2814 5 лет назад

You didn't just build a cabin, you made memories along the way and each hunting season to come. Great looking cabin, thanks for sharing.

@jimmydesperado2936 2 года назад

Wow....awesome job. Your son will remember this for the rest of his life.

@Michigan_Backwoods 2 года назад

Thanks much!

@seanlohan4713 2 года назад

Really lovely cabin and the bunk beds are a great idea especially if you have the loft space. Cheers for the informative video. You narrated it very well.

@Michigan_Backwoods 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it

@Cityboy-cl4mt 4 года назад

from a 25yr carpenter & Michigan native......well done Bob.

@buenosandiego 2 года назад

All I can say is “WOW”. My daughter, son-in-law and grandkids moved last year from San Diego to Michigan (Grand Rapids area). Dreaming of building something like this on their property one day. ❤️

@Michigan_Backwoods 2 года назад

Good luck!

@bekadid 3 месяца назад

Add a shower and fridge and it's my dream home! Love it. Awesome job.

@Michigan_Backwoods 3 месяца назад

Thank you!

@joharmon2148 5 лет назад

I absolutley love this cabin. And a great bonding experience for you and your son. Enjoy

@josiptumapa 5 лет назад

Gosh I especially LOVE the seating area around the wood stove...❤️

@Appalachia7778 3 года назад

The memory with your son will always be remembered. Awesome!

@oneeye6127 5 лет назад

That's one heck of a man cave! I built homes for over 25 years, nice job you all did.

@OfficialBlondeAndBoujee 3 года назад

I know this isn’t a recent video but RU-vid just recommended it to me on my home page. You did an amazing job building this cabin. It’s honestly the best one I have come across here on RU-vid. You & the rest of your helpers should be very proud of it! It’s beautiful! I have fallen in love with it watching your video ☺️💕

@Michigan_Backwoods 3 года назад

Thank you so much!

@lickalittle 5 лет назад

Most enjoyable Cabin builds I've seen here . I've been searching for a design for myself for a couple years now and thought I found 3 but after seeing this and pondering paying $55 a mile for delivery of logs I'm going to copy you're idea lol...🤗 This is by far the most cost effective method for me to go. You're choice of wood colors and especially the porch are exactly what I want. Thank you sir I think you've built a master peice.

@XRP2020 5 лет назад

Fantastic video, whoever's speaking has a pleasant voice. Thank you for sharing!

@larryappelbaum2245 3 года назад

One of the nicer little cabin builds that I've seen in awhile. Great job guys! Decent video and music selection. Really appreciate the laid-back narration it made it way more enjoyable. Looks like you've got yourselves a sweet lil spot in the woods to enjoy for a long time to come.

@gregsummers7350 5 лет назад

Wow this is the best 20 minutes of my day. You approached this project with forethought and diligence, and together with your team created a thing of great beauty and utility. I admired your swing-up loft ladder, The time-lapse photograph and your narration were both illustrative and descriptive. Enjoy. it Thank you from Greg in rural Thailand.

@Michigan_Backwoods 5 лет назад

Thank you!

@Michigan_Backwoods 5 лет назад

You might like to view this just published today: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-uV5WHk162iA.html

@JohnnyButtons 5 лет назад

Wow, the attention to detail. Such a fantastic job!

@mj0002 2 года назад

This is something special. Once I finish college and save up for a few years, I wanna build a cabin just like this. I'd probably need a bigger solar power system, because while I do love the outdoors, I also love my videogames. Lol Good job sir! You done did good.

@Michigan_Backwoods 2 года назад

Jordon........glad you liked the video! As for a more robust solar system so you can play video games.........leave them at home. The idea is to create a space to get AWAY from those luxuries, breath fresh air and enjoy nature. There is a time and place for them, I get it and respect your enjoyment of them..........but when you combine those modern comforts with an off grid cabin you essentially create an paradox (a "modern primitive" cabin). Binge the video games when you get home, absence makes the heart grow fonder..........

@simonwillis6902 5 лет назад

Beautiful! The hard work shows in your finished product. Very nice job!

@janeterikson9950 5 лет назад

one of the best videos on a build, the timber of your voice makes for very easy listening to every part of the process.

@gregu4791 5 лет назад

I agree with Greg Summers. You made my day! Thank you for such easygoing documentation of this wonderful project! I will come back to this for reference for my own camp in da U.P.

@judya.shroads8245 4 года назад

Gorgeous. Your son was so right about building this cabin.

@johnsauls2425 3 года назад

You pulled out all the stops. Impressed with your vented porch soffit. You are a great father and mentor. They will always remember this that you built for them and with them.

@Michigan_Backwoods 3 года назад

Thank you!

@marymiddleton9034 5 лет назад

Your narration of this build was awesome. Y'all did a great job on your cabin....looks like a very peaceful and relaxing place😁

@JamesRobertSmith 4 года назад

I've seen a lot of these off-grid cabin builds, and this one remains my favorite.

@myfamilymatters 4 года назад

One of the prettiest cabins that I have seen to date on RU-vid. Absolutely love the design and building material choices. Fantastic job. Projects like these become a huge challenge as we age.

@1doc1dog1truck 3 года назад

That’s just beautiful! So many great memories for your son and his children as well. Really like that solar system as well. Inspiring!

@shirleyanderson8441 4 года назад

Love the porch "Michigan" chairs. The entire project is great.

@traviswolf 4 года назад

Shirley Anderson those are Adirondack Chairs. Michigan style!

@jfm562 4 года назад

What an awesome project for a father and son. 🍻

@AlexSanchez-cc5hk 4 года назад

My dad and I are currently in the middle of our cabin build. This video has given me some great ideas! Thanks for sharing! great video!

@CMV14504 2 года назад

I’m not from Michigan but I do have to say…that is the coolest Adirondack chair I have ever seen on your front porch!

@Michigan_Backwoods 2 года назад

Thank you!

@fernandoaries9817 5 лет назад

🗣This cabin is EVERYTHING❤️❤️❤️❤️‼️‼️‼️😎

@michaelbennett6959 Год назад

I was very curious as to whom the director of this fine film was. Now I see that it was Bob. Great job directing Bob.

@Michigan_Backwoods Год назад

Thanks!

@sylfixplayz2142 2 года назад

This was awesome to watch! I built a cabin with my grandfather last fall (17, turned 18 in november) and we manged to complete most of it in about 4 months. excited for spring to get more done at the cabin and this was awesome inspiration

@pauldjerassi620 4 года назад

What a lovely Home .

@jeffcamp7701 3 года назад

Absolutely Great craftsmanship

@OhanaRainbow 4 года назад

Love your cabin. You and your son made some awesome memories to pass down!

@marciawalden 5 лет назад

Gorgeous! I grew up in western PA deer hunting country and have seen a lot of hunting “camps”...but never one like this. This is so nice.

@shreyansdoshi Год назад

I am 26 but, hopefully I get to do something just as cool with my children. 😄 Very very beautiful! ❤️

@Michigan_Backwoods Год назад

You can do it! Thanks

@travisvanalst4698 10 месяцев назад

What does you bring 26 have to do with anything?

@CLEMDAD77 5 лет назад

The stairs are awesome!!! Been trying to figure out mine, that is an excellent idea!!! Thank you!

@MOUNTAINMANJJ 3 года назад

Wait, we're not talking about the pivoting staircase contraption thingy?

@shawnward566 3 года назад

I know, right!?! Great cabin, though.

@mikedkc 4 года назад

Absolutely stunning. Thanks for a comprehensive instructional video. Beautiful legacy for your son and generations to come.

@FawnandEvon 4 года назад

My husband and I love what you have done, we have been following a pipe dream to live in the forest. Thank you for the great tips!

@lockedin60 5 лет назад

Looks great, A very simple pan that came together beautifully. I know you had fun building that with your son.

@L-Anded 5 лет назад

Excellent editing and narration. It was a huge effort. Hauling all the equipment and materials in on the two-track deserves appreciation as well. Beautiful.

@Diles46 4 года назад

Thanks for sharing Bob! Very cool project that you and your family will remember for generations to come!

@JohnFisk-OHS-78 2 года назад

05:34 - "You may notice that in several of the photos that there's scaffolding inside the cabin..." Good advice. Actually, _very_ good advice. One of my trauma surgeon colleagues recently reminded me that the LD50 for dying from falls is 10 feet - that means that for every 100 individuals who fall from a height of 10' or more, half of them will die as a result. It's great to have an amazing cabin like this to enjoy - the result of a huge amount of planning and hard work - but even better to live to enjoy it. Huge thanks for a really enjoyable video and lots of thoughtful comments and suggestions. Cheers, mate!

@Michigan_Backwoods 2 года назад

Thanks for your comments! Agree, saftey first!

@pandjnixon 5 лет назад

Built like a true professional !

@honestcomments6060 3 года назад

What a beautiful little house. So charming.

@Michigan_Backwoods 3 года назад

Thank you so much!

@mattjohnston5807 4 года назад

"I don't regret the things I've done but those I did not do". Congrats on building your dream cabin 👍

@juancastillo5078 4 года назад

Finally someone that builds something properly. I think everyone that watches will agree we would all take that building over most on youtube! Congrats and enjoy.

@juancarlosmontes 2 года назад

Wow, you thanked God. You gave Him credit for giving you the dream, then putting the motivation and the drive in your heart to get the project off the ground and to stay hard at it until it was finished. That's my paraphrase but that's what I got out of what you said. Love it! That means His purpose is in it and will be in it no matter what the future holds for it or you.

@Michigan_Backwoods 2 года назад

Thank you, and yes, that was what I was saying. He is the motivation for all I do!

@nodeadflesh 4 года назад

I'll never know in my lifetime ...my kids will tell you. I LOVE it...

@chrisdimenichi6327 4 года назад

Fantastic work on your cabin Bob, I'm sure you and your son will enjoy it for many years to come. "Well done good and faithful servant".

@johnleavey356 2 года назад

Beautiful. Your narrative was excellent 👍. All the best to you and your family. May the Lord bless you all.

@Michigan_Backwoods 2 года назад

Thank you so much!

@prepperminded5732 3 года назад

Absolutely beautiful. I'm envious. Actually looking to do the same thing, even buy 4 or 5 acres of land up in the Upper Peninsula.

@GB-xc7gd 4 года назад

Stunning, mostly I thank you that you lifted up the name of God for enabling you to build this gorgeous cabin. A great job and well done indeed!!

@Breuschling11 3 года назад

Super nice cabin! Really enjoyed watching the build process and listening to your reasons for making certain decisions. I hope you’re still enjoying it and will be for many years to come!

@crdorado1195 3 года назад

Really nice. Many memories will be made in that special place. Sometimes throwing 'caution into the wind' brings an unexplainable happiness and satisfaction.

@MrRodlee1 4 года назад

Excellent plan of action , narration and completion . Well done. Very enjoyable!!

@tonye.morgan1162 4 года назад

Man wish I knew how to do stuff like this cause every guy I know would love a retreat like this . Thanks for video

@minihaha3940 4 года назад

Tony E. Morgan you can take carpentry school at community college or go work for a carpenter

@joshmiller4152 4 года назад

Turned out beautiful! Alot of hardwork and craftsmanship went into that and your son can carry on your family legacy. Great video

@Rick79859 5 лет назад

All I need is this and a 2 car shop , I could live in a place like this , very nice job you did , Thanks for your video !!

@minihaha3940 4 года назад

Rick79859 l use to want a garage with living space above it .Just an idea

@akkadianpride2579 3 года назад

What a beautiful home to get away from the city me and my dog and leave the misses back in the city for a week lol😝🇺🇸👍

@jimsteele9261 4 года назад

Nice... I liked the "Michigan" Adirondack chairs too. :)

@louiseking4519 4 года назад

Well documented and articulated. I enjoy the gentle voice and the detailed workmanship. Nice hunting cabin, enjoy for many years.

@bobdavis6862 3 года назад

I have property and it is off grid also in northern Michigan. This is probably the 4th time I watched your build and enjoy it every time. Thanks

@Michigan_Backwoods 3 года назад

Thanks, Bob!

@travishansen4908 5 лет назад

I really liked the ladder system for the loft! Very nice work.

@gallopingg1 5 лет назад

brilliant job, super high standard,a cabin that is also a home, one man and his son, fantastic, mick from uk, x

@jdubu2716 2 года назад

Thank you for sharing. Y'all did some BEAUTIFUL Work !!! Thank you forsharing the detailed info on how to go with 12 volt as well. Much appreciated!

@Michigan_Backwoods 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@130sutphen 3 года назад

Your spacing the steps of the build are very well thought out, it really flowed well

@Michigan_Backwoods 3 года назад

Thank you very much for the kind comments!

@normandesrosiers3737 5 лет назад

Wow what a beautiful job and I know you to have memories forever👍

@2Jeezuzisreal 5 лет назад

Old saying: "dont do anything till your sure". Just saying these projects are seriously much harder than it looks. $$$ for one. By the way GREAT JOB.

@jfrostcvl5 4 года назад

I've been a builder for 16 years and this look better than 95% of the guys I know who build!

@Michigan_Backwoods 4 года назад

Thank you for the compliment!

@johnrichjr.415 2 года назад

I've watched MANY off grid cabin builds and this one is BY FAR my favorite. AWESOME JOB👍

@Michigan_Backwoods 2 года назад

Wow, thanks!

@terrytytula 5 лет назад

Great job, the cabin is deceptively small from the outside. It's only when you see the internal pic's that you realize how big it is.

@Andy_M986 5 лет назад

Great video!! it's like listening to a narration by Richard Dreyfus.

@WybleMontano 5 лет назад

Yeah true!

@keepingitreel...8037 5 лет назад

"That's a twenty footer!" "Twenty-five. Three tons of him." "Hooper drives the boat, Chief."

@therobinmasterstheory1636 5 лет назад

@@keepingitreel...8037 Like the part when he mocks them and sticks tongue out.

@jroysdon 4 года назад

Thank you for sharing! That's a truly wonderful cabin you've built. I really love the blend of "rustic" and modern you've done with it.

@kristinalowe8627 3 года назад

What a well thought out cabin; lovely detail work with the log furniture and trim! I’m sure your son and yourself will share this memory of working together on his idea. What a wonderful father you are to do this project with him. Your wife is a lucky lady! Blessings to you, Sir.

@Michigan_Backwoods 3 года назад

Thank you!

@brucephilbrick7104 3 года назад

Beautiful cabin and excellent, informative video. Thanks for sharing.

@Michigan_Backwoods 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it

@achsahkaleb4844 4 года назад

Beautiful. I just got so nostalgic and ended up in tears. Your voice is so calming. First thought I had was. If this man can just read the Psalms and put it on RU-vid. Then when I got to the end of this fabulous video my heart leapt when you thanked God. My you and your family be blessed in Yeshua's Name. Amen.

@tamaramsmith5856 4 года назад

I agree. One of my favorite DYI video's. Such a calming voice. Was that your 21 yr old in the video? My question is do you rent out so we can come up for deer season? My number is 5173985795...thanks. Look forward to hearing from you!

@Michigan_Backwoods 4 года назад

@@tamaramsmith5856 Sorry, but I don't rent the cabin out............thanks for the compliment, just the same! Cheers

@banmadabon 4 года назад

@@tamaramsmith5856 don't put your number on the net...Lots of weirdos here...

@drinkingdiesel 4 года назад

That is such a nice cabin, I have watched so many videos on these and this is by far the best! Thank you for this, it is very inspiring.

@DementedCaver 3 года назад

I started to watch out of mild curiosity, and ended up watching the whole thing. Nicely done video, and an excellent cabin that I hope gives you many good years in return.