#94 First Snow and Last Night in the Tent

Moving to the cabin is a bit of an anticlimax. The floor is not ready yet, and I'm a little bit under the weather. I'm building an 'anti-freeze' water setup for the chickens and get started with installing the floor.
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Music in this video: Cosmos by Waes Hael
0:00 Kitchen arrived
1:35 Water setup chickens
5:16 Making a fire
7:24 Start with the floor
10:54 Lunch
11:55 Chickens
12:46 Unloading kitchen
13:27 Floor
20:30 Taking the tent down
26:02 Recalling memories
29:51 Stacking firewood
30:53 First snow
33:43 Floor
37:03 Cutting the floor opening
38:06 Outro monologue

[@carolyncollins5367]

Sounds weird to say that watching every week is so relaxing when you work so hard to build your homestead. Thank you for taking the time to edit and upload your videos. I pray the weather cooperates during your continued renovation.

[@Derilyn]

I completely agree. It's so serene watching Martijn's videos and yet he never stops working and planning.

[@danieljohnston5306]

It’s not relaxing, I have to watch it in spurts and even fast forward at times. I love the story tho.

[@lonewolfgeoff]

i think its fascinating, like an adventure in a book watching the story progress, not exactly relaxing (bar the scenery of course!) because you see all that hard work and stress going on but it is wonderful to watch either way 😊

[@JayneFrench]

Love your videos Martjin! Just relaxing watching you and the beautiful views of where you live is amazing. 🥰

[@gabrieleprette1465]

Bravo!

[@kidstuff44555]

The stove and stair combo looks absolutely amazing. Like a real fairy tale

[@user-iu9fh2bq6t]

Какой молодец, умница 😊❤

[@Neroli-Daydreaming-of-France]

The curve on the floor where it sits on the top step, perfection

[@LariatLady150]

Indeed!

[@beachspirit2455]

I said the same the minute the camera focused...the soft curve above the stone, breath taking.@@Neroli-Daydreaming-of-France

[@Melicoy]

Go Buy More Chickens

[@user-sw6rh7oj4i]

My family enjoys watching you weekly. Our 26-year old son William died in September. He loved watching you. We live in Nashville, Tennessee, and he lived in Chattanooga. On Sunday nights we would cue up your latest video and have a long-distance watch party. We would count down 3-2-1, start the video, and then have a good time watching and commenting to each other about your various projects. Once William took a solo vacation in a tent and told us that he was "living like Martijn" and loving it. We find your videos comforting and marvel at the beauty of your part of the world. Thank you for sharing it with all of us.

[@KozakBabai]

So sorry for your loss

[@nancyevans1278]

It is so sweet of you to share those memories of your son. My heart goes out to you and your family.

[@krissbrown3241]

I am so very sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your beautiful memories of your beloved son with us. My heart is with you.

[@piokasekende9214]

So sorry for your loss. May he rest in enternal Peace

[@gogr2409]

Heartfelt condolences. May his memory be eternal ❤

[@Lwof1025]

The stove wall, stairs, the curve in the upstairs' floor- all gorgeous. You work so hard! I sense your fatigue. May you rest well, and feel better very soon, and may the chickens stay warm!

[@g.christelbecker6349]

Yes, may they stay warm. I am worried about those chickens. I would feel better if they had a warm parlor.

[@Joaquim_Conde]

Don’t feel bad for the chickens, they can withstand negative 30 degrees.

[@genefisher6037]

Yea that simple curve by the stairs looks so good.

[@beezrow]

​@@Joaquim_Conde -30°F or °C? That's amazing either way

[@Joaquim_Conde]

-30 C

[@GS-uy4xo]

When I saw you sitting in front of the fireplace in a chair I had one word “Yes!” - it’s a home now! Joyful🙏🏼

[@crash24420]

The rock work on the fireplace is beautiful!!❤

[@KittyK.]

It looks fantastic. But in my opinion a bit too thick, which hinders the radiant heat.

[@domenicoborissalvati4053]

Dear Martijn you’re such an inspiring person. Watching your videos is for me a moment of self reflection. When I look at the way you progress little by little towards your goal, I reflect on my own small achievements and I am grateful and proud of what I’ve done so far. You’re also amazingly strong, working hard and sleeping in a tent for 1.5 years, embracing the setbacks of living in the nature with humbleness and resilience. A role model. I wish you to get well soon and all the luck to settle in the first cabin as soon as possible.

[@pmevanosky]

Whatever I do during the day, if I see you've uploaded a new video, I stop everything, sit, relax, and watch. You are a special part of my day, just as I suppose for many people. Thank you for taking the time and effort to film, to help us understand and instill those who are watching with your sheer determination with what you are doing so that we might emulate it in our lives. People live by example, and your examples to us are teaching moments in patience, determination, and the joy you have living in nature. I hope you get better soon.

[@R-Texas]

@ladyskyefyre I agree with your comment! Very well said! Martijn has it in his being to be a calm for others. 💚 from Texas

[@pmevanosky]

@@R-Texas Thanks. It's nice to meet folks who watch, too. 💛 From California.

[@margaretbrooker9744]

Strange to think that Martin’s life influences, for the good, the life of a 70+ woman living in the U.K. He is an inspiration to many, I feel. Good to know that there are others out there on my/our wavelength.

[@robertastewart-fite1337]

One hundred percent agree. Watching from Montana. A beautiful snowy morning here.

[@deancoley7987]

The Stove work is stunning, you must feel very proud and accomplished. Big respect for the care and time you have for the chickens

[@deancoley7987]

@_Official_MartijnDoolaard- Hi Martijn great work, been a long journey but all coming together

[@caronadams4486]

That must have been quite a day moving out of the tent, Martijn. She served you well but I'm sure you're relieved you'll be living under a solid roof this winter. Take it easy for a while now and soak in the warmth and beauty of your new home while you work...it's truly a masterpiece!

[@kathrynsmigel4530]

Happy birthday to you! ( month) I think everything is a double edged sword. Sure you will have a hard roof tent over your head. No doubt you will miss the days when you awoke under the soft roof tent to the sounds and smells of your glorious environment . This is known as progress. Congratulations on all of yours. As always ks.

[@caronadams4486]

@kathrynsmigel4530 Yes, I agree. I wouldn't be surprised if Martijn puts up another tent for the summer months!

[@ruth5562]

I'm a lot older than your mother, but I have to say I had my heart in my mouth watching you stepping around on those beams. It was hard for me to watch, so I was thinking of her watching, too. God bless you! I hope your cold goes away this week. I'm so in awe of what you're doing there. It's so wonderful to see the care you give to your chickens. Thank you so very much for sharing your life with us!

[@Nielsdj77]

The matrass right next to a 3 meter drop was intense as well 😂

[@SuperEarther]

best free remedy i ever used for boosting my immune system was to walk on the sand on the beach with my bare feet. I felt amazing for three days!

[@mrsr559]

I gasped and said the same thing to my husband lol. Then the next morning seeing his bed on the tiny bit of flooring. My mama heart couldn't take it 😆

[@stephaniegaromon3244]

A huge milestone after so much time in the tent, and seeing you sit in a chair by the fireplace is wonderful. Your stonework is exquisite, the staircase and now the wood floors it’s almost home! The drone shots above the gorgeous platform for the tent were beautiful along with the shots of the views from the tent. Truly stunning. I am so happy you won’t have the stress of winter inside the tent. Feel better.

[@marycamacho7890]

I almost forgot the beautiful workmanship you did on the platform for the tent. Such perfection!

[@oh-totoro]

30:55 Now that's an impressive shot. It looks like you must have walked all the way around the back of the cabin, just so you didn't disturb the snow, to set up the camera, then you could have the shot of you leaving the cabin with fresh untouched snow outside. That's some dedication to getting a beautiful shot.

[@mm9773]

Probably. That’s so easily forgotten, but it’s real work to set up the shots. Documentaries about trains always make me chuckle: what does it take to film a train leaving the station, film the journey inside the train, the moving train from the outside, and the train arriving? Do you do that over several days? What if the weather changes? So much effort.

[@thelionsshare4015]

I thought the exact same thing! Went out the downstairs window/door and around just to give us the undistrubed snow! A ma zing!

[@pontaj83]

I think those cameras might be stationary and almost always filming.

[@mm9773]

@@pontaj83 No, the batteries don’t last long in those temperatures at all.

[@lonegunwomen]

Your hard work and commitment are inspiring Martijin. The stove is a truly beautiful addition to your home. So sorry your chickens suffered the dog attack, they are a great pleasure to see each week, good to see the white one walking again. Hope all goes well for you this coming week. Take care and feel better soon.

[@sharondavis8003]

Fireplace looks beautiful! Fits right into the scheme of the original house. You are a MASTER builder 😊❤

[@sandandcedar]

Love the shot at 5:15 where we can see the full face of your stove wall/staircase - the variety of stone shapes and colors just adds to its beauty. And your nimble "high wire" dance back and forth across the floor joists as you laid the boards was really something to watch! Hope you feel better soon!

[@erikhughes7150]

These vids are always the highlight of my week. Not even kidding. It brings such joy to see this project come together. The attention to detail. The visuals and not knowing what comes next? So happy for you Martijn and all that are watching too. Cheers!

[@zlatan_2197]

I'm usually quite good at imagining spaces before they materialise, but it took me quite a while to realize what were you planning to do with integrated oven, stairs and new floor. Your ability to plan out the space way before it actually starts coming together is amazing, and you have beautiful taste, everything is neat and quite well integrated in overall style of the cabin.

[@joetatullijr4292]

Wow. This is a true milestone for Martijn, the project, and for all of us as ardent viewers and supporters. Like most projects things always take longer than you anticipate. In my previous life we had to create scopes of work and budgets for client projects, and all of those had deadlines that had to met as well. The weather can be surprise deadline that comes along without warning. The last week of November is a bit early for snow but when the forecast says snow you have to go with the flow. If the snow had held off until the end of December that would have allowed a few more weeks (of time) to get the floor done, maybe the rough kitchen and plumbing up and connected, etc. In Martijn's case the tent needed to come down in one day since snow was coming that night. It's never fun to have to rush through a project milestone event, like moving from the tent to the cabin. Lots of memories to process and reflect upon, both the many good ones and the few not so good ones, as an era ends and another begins. Plus being a bit under the weather doesn't help. I live alone myself and sometimes I will have a moment of transition or achievement that I want to share but there isn't another human being there at the moment. I guess that's the solitary life. Thankfully there are good friends and family we can call or visit to share these moments with. Martijn gets to share them with us but like he mentioned in the Q&A there is a great interpersonal distance (almost a gulf or a void) between the producer and the audience for a video series like this one. With hundreds of thousands of viewers and commentators (me and you included) it's impossible to be close to so many. I've mentioned this before but I often think of the RUSH tune, Limelight, where the lyrics say, "Living in a fisheye lens, Caught in the camera eye, I have no heart to lie, I can't pretend a stranger is a long-awaited friend." Strangers though we may be, we do have a common joy; that we are able to share at least a glimpse into an interesting life being shared with us by the liver of that life, Martijn Doolaard. We are Doolaardians together. Thank you Martijn for sharing so much with us, the work, your personal reflections, and even your struggles; struggles that you always seem to take in stride. As for me I pray for you, asking God to bless you and to be gracious to you as you work, plan, and create your dreams in Val Pellice.

[@themudhutt1]

So glad you will be inside this winter . Everything looking well thought out and beautifully executed as always .

[@brian9nelson]

Stop 🛑

[@BE-bs8oe]

The biggest change once you ré back from seasonal feasts will be to work in a warm house!

[@lenaalexandersson5615]

The curve on the floor where it meets the stairs is beautiful love it

[@RT3319]

Home, at last - the wandering soul... Such a milestone, the tent coming down - I could feel the emotion of it within me. And, oh, that rainbow; in so many ways a banner of so many things achieved, the pain and cost of the effort, the joy of the journey, signifying so much in life's struggles and victories. All the very best, sir, with so much respect being sent your way from Yakima, Washington, USA.

[@Lucia-yn6so]

❤ Tent coming down was bittersweet. The stonehouse looks amazing. Enjoyed you taking the time to speak to us❤

[@jaekrauter6351]

You are an amazing human being Martijn, I was devastated when your chickens got attacked and mourned when you found your girl deceased, I felt your pain. I look forward to seeing the progress you make every week and admire your strength and craftsmanship, it is awe inspiring. Thank you for sharing your life with the world, I appreciate the chance to watch your journey.

[@davidfellowes1628]

That last 20% is always so so difficult. Pace yourself Martijn, it is critical. However, the workmanship is, as always, just incredible. More an artist than artisan. And, once you get settled in the house, then a period of total rest before you even contemplate your next step. Then again, the tent coming down was a real milestone but what an exquisite platform it exposed. Cheers. Stay safe.

[@elizabeththomas8746]

Your whole journey executed, thus far has been amazing to watch. The tent served you well. Another milestone with a beautiful memory setting. Feel better stay safe.

[@HoosierInUtah]

You cannot know how much my wife and I love to sit on Sunday evenings and watch your updates with a nice glass of wine 🍷 Cheers!!! Thanks for sharing your passion with so many of us!! 🥰 🇮🇹

[@maryhart637]

The birds eye view of the homestead with the tent platform bare was impressive! The cabin looks spectacular...the stove wall and stairs are just beautiful. Everything you do is perfection and I so look forward to when you can properly move in.

[@Slakus]

I feel like we've all been waiting for this episode for 2 years! We're so happy for you !

[@judyeuller7602]

What a milestone, Martijn. Congratulations on the move! Also, I've been waiting to see this snowstorm after seeing TV footage of how bad it was. Stay safe, my friend.

[@eikschuster2945]

For the first time ever i will comment on a youtube film: Martijn respect for what you are doing, the work but more so, your sharing of it with us is creating a connection with something in my being that no other visual programme can. Every week i feel, taste, smell what you may have done that week and feel that i have been roughing it in the italian alps for another week, living healthy, being fit but cold and maybe lonely but proud of another weeks accomplishments. Please look after yourself, respect your limitations and hang in there. Your show has become something very close to my core, i am loving it ever more. Glad you’re able to leave the tent, your new home is small but perfect but its you, be mighty proud of what you have built on that mountain of yours! Thanks for your show!

[@theoracle5265]

I've had a really hard time in my life for many years and I'm beginning to see light at the end of the tunnel, your channel has add to my healing journey, Thanks for sharing your journey with all of us out here.

[@theoracle5265]

@@OfficialMartijnDoolaard_- I will contact you on your email, Thanks

[@flipfilfip]

The memories part of this video was so well done. Amazing how far you've come!

[@flipfilfip]

Also just realised the tent platform is now a great deck on the property! I am curious what you might use it for

[@caronadams4486]

Yes...I thought so too!

[@rosearnold204]

A prefect place for celebration music dance paintings crafts 😊 meditation and giving glory for all things past, present and future. I found your videos just a few weeks ago and found myself binge watching to the end. I'll soon be 69 years young 😂 worked in the man's world in versus fields of construction from the ground up in both residential and commercial. I loved most of it. I made a good living and still had time for my children teaching the blessing of, gardening, quilting, machinery and of course how and why to whom to worship. May God bless you in all ways 🙏 ❤

[@girlnorthof60]

I'm impressed that he can recall which episode certain events were featured in, when I can't even remember to take my grocery list with me to the store, let alone what I needed to get.

[@dorasuski6448]

to have a tent there in the summer time, thats what has M said @@caronadams4486

[@janmarsh5643]

So wonderful to see that you will have a warmer winter in your cabin. You have done yourself proud. Each week is a new milestone and this one is a new beginning. Congratulations.

[@janettesinclair6279]

The tent has gone, it has served you well, as have the outdoor kitchen and the other facilities. I have been incredibly impressed by all your meticulous attention to detail as you have renovated the cabin, even hand-making your guttering to enhance the appearance of it's old style. It is a masterpiece! Now that winter is approaching, you'll be able to benefit from the comfort and shelter of those thick stone walls.

[@user-mo5pi2hx7k]

Thank you. I hope the floor boards will still be able to expand and contract if you glue them all in. The floor is looking very good and the kitchen cabinets will be great and easier than building your own.

[@terricollins8450]

End of the tent chapter,on to cabin life, fantastic achievement Martijn and that fireplace and stairs are a thing of beauty 😍

[@hikedayley9309]

Congrats Martijn! You are a remarkable man! Your adventure in the Alps has brought so much joy for so many people around the world. I think in a way we all escape the misery of the world for a little while when we watch you living with nature. I thank you and look forward to the continuation of your journey!

[@nancysmith9425]

HEARTFELT COMMENT, EXPRESSED SO APTLY DURING SUCH UPHEAVEL IN OUR WORLD, BRINGS HOPE FOR THE FUTURE TO ALL WHO WATCH TO DO OUR PART IN CREATING A BETTER ENVIRONMENT FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS..❤82 YR OLD grma.

[@R-Texas]

Ok…..how can I make this comment short and not a book! 🤔😄 You continue to bring us such a variety of wonderful videos each week, this week was a peek into your day to day life, I enjoyed it so much! The vegetation around you has changed quickly this year. Didn’t seem to have much autumn, it definitely looks like winter now! Your beautiful snowfall later in video sure proved that up. No matter the season, you live in a magical place! It was so nice to see you feed your wild birds some seeds/dried worms mix. I do hope you have some come in to feed. It would be rewarding for you to watch them. Your white chicken seems healed already! I was so happy to see it doing so well. When you went into the cabin the first time in this video, with the wide view of stove and stairs it was a solid wow from me! It is gorgeous Martijn! Such a work of art! Cabinets yay! You will find many ways to use them with your creativity and each will all be beautiful. I always anxiously wait to see what you will create on your place. Your wall of firewood stacked outside your cabin is pretty, makes the soul feel cozy seeing it and knowing it will bring good warm days and nights in your cabin. It was rough watching you stack your delivered wood in the cold dark evening. Oh was I ever nervous to see you climb on the rafters putting in your flooring and then as you walked, balancing the floor plank to take it outside to work on it. 🫣 It’s just amazing that you cut the floor to match the stone wall and how you are putting the electrical wire in the flooring. That is pure perfection! I loved your memories at your deck…I remember that day very well….you did a little barefoot dance on the deck. 😄 I loved it!! I saw a part of Martijn that helped define your personality! It was rather bittersweet to see you move from your tent and outdoor kitchen, but your cabin will be wonderful!! I just can’t believe you slept on that small bit of flooring. You must not move during the night. You had no room to move…you scare me sometimes! 😳 The rainbow at the outro was nice. I hope you are feeling better from your cold. Take some Zinc, Vitamin C, sip on ginger tea with honey, eat some chicken soup. Cozy up in your B&B, around a fire, relax and feel better. See you next week. 💚 from Texas

[@brendaprice7686]

Fantastic progress. The rainbow was stunning. Hope you feel better soon. Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@donnie.clemmons]

I appreciate that you take a moment to share milestones and reflect on what you’ve accomplished along the journey. Glad you are out of the tent and hope you feel better soon.

[@stellaevans752]

Hi mountain man, been a while since I wrote anything, just want to say I may not comment but I never miss a video, you are the most relaxing guy I’ve ever watched and I love all your videos, apart from your lovely chickens being hurt and killed, I was so sad for you, have to tell you how amazing I think your home is, you’ve put your all into it and you can’t tell, it’s stunning, how warm are you going to be this winter! so happy you won’t be spending any more time in your tent, although it’s been cosy enough, not like solid walls though and I was always worried that it might blow away, silly to think that really as you put it up! anyway good luck in your home, oh and the kitchen is beautiful, wood will never go out of fashion! Much love xxxxxxxxxxxxxx😘❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@sherrynordan9821]

Sorry you got sick, Martijn. Well, you finally came to the point to move in, I’m happy for you in this day! Just in the nick of time. Your painting is beautiful. You’re always painting pretty pictures in different ways. Working towards completion all around. Pretty cool you eating out of your pot, that was a pretty picture too. Thats as good as a silver platter.:) I’ve prayed for you today for healing. And with all the painstakingly of getting every squeak out of the boards in your floor, may it all continue to come together to bless you and yours. God bless you! Love from Georgia USA 🇺🇸

[@jcline147]

What a wonderful expression of your life! The cabin is just awesome. There is such beauty and everything you’re doing. The whole world is watching it seems. You certainly deserve accolades for everything you’ve done.

[@m.c.l.8386]

Hi, Martijn, Sorry you're not feeling well. Congratulations, again, on such an amazing accomplishment 👏! Your cottage is a work of art. Thanks so much for sharing it with us. Hope you feel better soon.

[@delphinebatailleroche2622]

« I’ m ready to move » So happy for you Martijn !!! Another era yes… Salutations from France Delphine

[@sherry2836]

Love that fireplace and staircase! With winter arrival, White Chicken could use a butt warmer. Beautiful work and attention to detail, as usual. You and a few friends along the way, are creating a lovely home.

[@SeaTurtle515]

Another Sunday of great content. We appreciate you, take care of yourself and go as slow as you need to. You are doing such an excellent job, as always. Thank you for being a pleasant part of my day.

[@jmeaton9538]

I remember watching you build the platform for the tent, all the planning and mathematical calculations to cut the angles of the wood just right. Lovely to see it again! So pleased you'll be indoors before the worst of winter hits. Stay cosy Martijn!

[@roadsofdiscovery]

As you know, everything has its time and pleasure, after so much effort and patience the result can only be comforting, I wish you a speedy recovery and good luck.

[@shellywilder3719]

Your perseverance is to be commended. It’s challenging living in a ‘construction site’ but you are in before winter and severe weather which can be counted as a huge win. I don’t recall any previous mention of plans for the tent platform but I’m thinking it would make for an excellent gazebo floor. As always and in all ways, sending warmest and most sincere vibes of continued great health, tranquility and peace. 💫✨😊

[@MJ-or1xp]

The segment recapping your time in the tent was a wonderful human moment Martijn. Pretty new to your journey but incredible to witness.

[@claireangier3322]

So relieved to see the chickens are ok! Your timing is spot on with moving in. The floor, as with everything else, is looking beautiful. Get well soon! 🙏🐔

[@Judy-wv4mx]

That wall with the masonry stove is simply beautiful. You've done a fantastic job - take a break where it's warmer.

[@domeneccdi420]

The rounded corner on that wooden deck by the stairs is just another nice touch (37:38). You do look into every detail. Keep the good work up and stay healthy! Peace from Spain.

[@sherrynsnyder1583]

Following Martijn every Sunday morning is the best viewing decision I've ever made. A heart filled thank You Martijn.

[@wendymorrison5803]

A big moment for your plans. Into the house. A kitchen, heat, storm shelter, comforts. So much achieved.

[@deborahbasel184]

Your stove/fireplace and steps look truly beautiful. You've done a great job.

[@FallingDownMountains]

Congrat Martian on this incredible milestone. You have climbed a mountain my friend, enjoy the rest of the journey.

[@lindabrooks8242]

Just keep going...... that's all we can do. I'm so glad to see you out of the tent for the winter, Martjin. You will be settled in to the stone house very soon. Kind of like closing old doors, and opening new ones. Thank You so much! And, by the way, THAT rainbow at the end couldn't have been more beautiful!♥️

[@henkcoenen6264]

Hey Martijn. Ik volg je al vanaf het begin en het is mooi hoe alles samen komt en kunt zien waar het naar toe gaat. Diep respect voor je inzet en je visie en natuurlijk jou vakmanschap hoe je alles aanpakt.

[@melindastclair]

I appreciate the lengths you went to to not show footprints in shots and keep the 4th wall in tact. Nice storytelling work.

[@rsause]

The masonry stove with your stone work looks so nice, with fire going. Appreciate hearing your reflections on the time in the tent.

[@susanmary4752]

Congrats on the move indoors. Sorry you're a bit under the weather. You're such an incredibly hard worker. And it shows in all the attention paid to details. The cabin is looking incredible. So cozy and unique. Just love it!!

[@P-CROZIER]

Greetings from Australia Martijn, What a Huge Week for You, Your woodworking skills are just Brilliant, when I see that Stove burning and heating up Your Magnificent Home, absolutely Wonderful 👌🏽 Great to see the chickens are enclosed in an a feeder.. Where Your tent was will make a wonderful place to sit in Spring, Summer and Autumn to have a glass of Wine. Cannot wait to see next week's addition, the Flooring will be complete, the kitchen beginning to be installed.. Once Water is connected, the weather outside can be completely snowed over, and living inside the house will be Such a Pleasure... Well Done Martijn, Thank You once again for such a Beautiful Presentation of Your achievements... Thank You, Paul in Queensland, Australia.

[@brown-eyedgirl858]

Huge MILESTONE! End of an era, and the beginning of a new one! So happy for you, Martijn, and delighted to be part of your journey! Take good care, rest well, & sweet dreams of next steps ~ 💃🏻🙏❄️

[@rae717]

I made a pot of rice pudding while you were helping the chickens and taking down your tent. The end of a chapter. 'Nice to see you relaxing a little for your first fireside chat. Your work is always beautiful and we really appreciate the choice of music for the drone shots that show off the inspiring geography.

[@Mom-pu8vt]

You could use some of the drawers section of the kitchen, for a small bedside dresser etc . too. Big thank you for your vlogs as I love watching how you build your new home, plus we get to learn so much (much to be appreciated), such as your organizational skills, workmanship, taking us around the village, the fascinating sceneries the world is blessed to have, I could go on. Nice also to see your friends help out too :) Ollie did a great thing preparing the logs closer to the cabin. May God bless you, your family and all your kind hearted viewers. Know what you share is forever appreciated!

[@annroberts5965]

A rainbow , absolutely perfect to end a video after moving into your wonderful achievement. Hard work , great planning to be able to finished your cabin in relatively comfortable conditions. Congratulations, a milestone to always remember. Seeing the tent come down was such a little gratifying but it served it purpose very well for the last year and a half. It was also great to see that you protected the water for the two remaining chickens for the winter. The flooring is beautiful and having solid wood cabinets is a great find. Chestnut trees are very rare now and maybe completely gone in the US. It is a beautiful durable wood. I can only imagine how much work it took to find a safe place to store the cabinets and the remaining flooring. Another great week to come and looking forward to the progress next Sunday. Ann from Va. USA 🇺🇸

[@lucymorgan8859]

Thank you, once again, Martijn, for sharing your journey with us... it makes me happy to know you will be inside a solid structure, and nice, and warm this year... I also feel sad at the same time, to see the tent go. It is such a beautiful thing, not only just it's pleasing shape, but the night shots of the glowing lights, and fire, and the daytime shots of the glow from the outside in, with the leaves dotting the top of the tent... very beautiful. I was happy to hear you speaking more in this video... It's nice to hear your voice, and your thoughts about the changes, and progress. Would love to see more of that in future videos. Congrats on your move, and continued progress.

[@cephalopodx7587]

Feel better Martijn. I had that same cold over the last 1 1/2 weeks. It sucks. Back to biking with my dogs and doing all my usual farm stuff, so it gets better. That is the good news. Congratulations on moving in. I lived 3 1/2 years without running water, electricity or internet. It was confusing and bittersweet to have all the nice things I have now and sometimes I long for that simplicity. Beautiful work on the floors.

[@LensiusStreichus]

That frame, when you changed at 5:16 into the cabin... the stove, the stairs, the whole picture of it. How it just fits in the cabin, as if it's been there from the beginning. Absolutely outstanding work, Martijn. Insane. Really.

[@linda6725]

What a milestone Martijn! Moving day...bittersweet and so triumphant. ❤

[@teresalouro1615]

There are few people who can take credit to physically building their own home and one with so many artisanal skills! Bravo!!

[@rogergoodland3140]

This is so exciting to see what the finished layout may finally be. I am anxious to see next weeks episode because of the major changes that will be taking place! I have never missed an episode! I have always wondered if the chicken coop could be more conveniently located nearer the stone house? Congratulations on your move in!

[@lindasteller]

Wow. What a major milestone, even if you were not quite ready. That tent has served you so well. Your new lodgings are amazing, and will continue to improve.

[@maryannlibanan3845]

A toast to new beginnings..... Congratulations! This is one of the most fulfilling episodes I've watched in your vlog that should not be missed, though I have to admit I will miss the iconic tent. Get well soon and thanks for sharing this wonderful moment with us.

[@cherylmcnair5594]

Very emotional changes Martijn watching you take the tent down and have to carry on through feeling ill, I wish you well and hope you have a good rest in the B&B. Wonderful progress though

[@jimcarlisle2309]

I like the cabinets, good Quality and will last you a lifetime! The Floor is really looking strong, all your work shows skilled craftsmanship! Thanks for the Video, very entertaining!

[@rickf.9253]

How awesome it must be to be out of the tent and in the cabin for the first big snowfall. It will get more comfortable each day. A very exciting time in the build. Great job on the stairwell. The place looks so cozy already, as is, and it will only get better. I'm glad you are truly enjoying the process. I look forward to the coming week's progress.

[@Tony_P]

A memorable week , beautifully told. Living change , weather change. Bless you sir for sharing as always. 🙏

[@nixmor5333]

Martijn everything is coming together so beautifully and I am so excited that you have finally moved into the cabin. You have weathered a lot and you should be proud of all that you have accomplished. I was looking at the ceiling and those gorgeous cabin walls in awe of all the work you have done. Just amazing and admirable.

[@midway241]

Build Ollie an amazing swing set and exhilarating slide. A kids rollercoaster would be the cherry on the cake.

[@tompoes6036]

This is 'monks-work' Martijn with the floor. Cool!

[@Laurie6060]

Hey there Martijn... It's late here on the West Coast of Canada, thought I'd pop onto my computer before I hit the sack and low and behold you just uploaded your video 58 seconds ago. I want to say that I really enjoy watching your video's. It's something I look forward to on my weekends. I want to say that I get kick out of your chickens... they are hilarious. Anyway, I'm glad to see that the cabin is ready for you at this perfect time. It's be so much fun to watch how the winter unfolds for you in there. Cheers!

[@Wxcvbnmlk]

Très sympa votre commentaire😊 idem pour moi😉 sauf pour l heure car je suis sur la côte ouest française

[@jwcinc12]

Same and I stayed up to watch instead of going to bed @Laurie6060

[@tongueincheek99]

How nice to catch Martijn's video beforeI head to bed, 11:30 pm in CA, USA.

[@lvc23]

me too - los angeles

[@Konzo1]

Me too

[@belengutierrez2968]

I woke up this morning watching Martijn's video. Things are getting pretty well. Greetings from Zaragoza Spain.

[@kerriew3293]

Me too, here in Australia 🇦🇺

[@patriciapalmer3495]

me too in Florida USA

[@Derilyn]

Martjin, you certainly would never know you weren't a trained carpenter. Your work is beautiful done so you should very proud of yourself and what all you've accomplished. I have to admit I was nervous watching you balance on the beams, so I was very glad to see the floors installed. The tent foundation can none serve you as an outdoor dining area so relaxing spot to enjoy the incredible views. Hope you're feeling better very soon. Take care!

[@marthamartinez301]

Greetings from SoCal, thanks for sharing your journey with us! Viewer since the beginning. My family is glad you are now indoors and we love your chickens!

[@alyaworld22]

Many feelings of memories have reached us...once beautiful days with many events, difficulties and challenges, which we now feel with you😊

[@Gail-gf7km]

The fireplace and stairs are absolutely beautiful! You did an amazing job.

[@user-li7pp3im6l]

What a milestone you have accomplished. Your work is beautiful as are your videos. And yes, keep going. And with some rest and warmth we all hope you feel better soon.

[@meriamlamis3704]

Replicate the most authentic, a rendition of subdued elegance that brings an atmosphere delightful to the ones who are willing to experience what the place has to give. The image attached to homey is shown well done when the stove is lit and the casual activities typical to a surrounding fill with warmth and contentment. Can’t take for granted warnings even if things are unlikely to come true as weather or time is unpredictable and beyond control. The walls are neatly scrubbed around from the bottom to top as light reveals. It cannot discount hard work and pain on how it is meticulously done. Another milestone has achieved, and continues ... even after its completion.

[@dianeteichen5720]

What a pleasant surprise! I always look to see if, just by chance, you have posted this week's video and ta-da!, there you were! Your work ethic is still amazing, your results are still beautiful, and your tenacity is a wonder to behold!! I say a little prayer for the sweet chickens that they make it through the winter 🐓🐓💛💛❣Enjoy your evenings in the b and b ! Stay safe, live in peace, and enjoy every day! 🙏🙏

[@rudolfboukal1538]

Congratulations on getting out of the tent and into a more secure structure! So exciting to watch - from the beginning till now. What a great program and adventure!!!!

[@verihatrust7288]

I am so excited about you moving into the cabin. The lower level was a thrill to see first thing this week. You are one excellent human being Martijin! Thanks for sharing your “modeling” with us.

[@Helenemonblogdefille]

This video was very special. I’ve been watching your hard work and amazing progress every week since you started, and today I had a big smile on my face when you sat in front of the stove to eat your meal. I’m very happy for you, really !

[@kevinellis2712]

Perfect Sunday morning catching up with Martijn whilst enjoying a coffee before the kids wake up. Having watched from the very first episode I’m excited to see you are close to moving in. Am very envious, those views are stunning.

[@michaeldurling793]

The stove and stairs are a masterpiece, your research and attention to detail is paying huge dividends. I can feel the warmth that mass will radiate once it's fully heated. That first nights sleep inside was a little like sleeping in a tree fort, not much room to move. Always a pleasure thank you.

[@penuricas510628]

Gracias, por permitir conocer, su gran esfuerzo y a la lucha contra el frío; son demasiados frentes para resolver y todos importantes; de dónde saca tiempo para pintar, para editar tan hermosos vídeos, la consecución de la leña, y demás; no dejo de pensar en las dos gallinas; yo no podría vivir, sabiendo que ellas están sufriendo; yo las tendría protegidas, dentro de la casa. Nosotros aquí en el trópico, nada de eso ocurre, todo es abundante y pletórico de luz y calor. Admiro su gran capacidad de adaptación e inteligencia, para sobrevivir, en tanta adversidad. Un abrazo caluroso a Mathin felicitaciones y gracias.

[@naoyukisasanami]

Congratulations! At episode 94th, it's weird to see you are finally in comfy and cozy space. You've been extreme living:)