Episode 4 | Log Lodge in Montana | Amish Dream Homes

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Ron and Nancy move from California and purchase their dream property in Meadowlark Log Homes’s neighborhood outside Libby Montana.
They chose their new neighbors, Meadowlark Log Homes to build their log home, the Granite Peak Lodge model with a large attached log garage. You will find that Ron is funny and likes to think big.
Ron and Nancy are delighted to finally achieve their lifelong dream.
Meadowlark Log Homes manufactures premium handmade log cabins, chalets, homes, pavilions and log lodges.

[@janm5854]

Good job is an understatement, calling it a great job is nowhere near enough. This house is a masterpiece.

[@AmishMeadowsOfficial]

thank you

[@PaperGub]

When he said “when I grow up I want to have a house like this” I felt that

[@That.IrishBastard1916]

Absolutely

[@DhaliTravelling]

Nice

[@Dediskated]

Where do you feel it

[@Rahul-qf2ou]

Save tree save planet

[@aleveraj]

He has said that in another episode as well.

[@andyj3074]

The house is incredible and the interior decoration is the crowning glory.

[@justinfacer6332]

I love the Amish. A culture of craftsmanship. So awesome how they build them on the lot so that when they get to the customers property they just slap them together like Legos.

[@scotmandel6699]

LOL

[@victoryismine2926]

The character of the builder speaks volumes. His work is a shadow of his tall character.

[@ehtcom]

I love Ron's transition from white collar to mountain man by the end of the build. The mountains are calling and I must go.

[@seanmcguire7974]

I noticed that too

[@bearin29]

"I can't wait for them to see their home." How sweet is this Amish papa?!? Just adorable. Truly warms my heart.

[@Shecallsmedave]

This should be a tv series i would lobe to watch it every day

[@miguelamaya6246]

BEAUTIFUL WORK OF ART... THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR AWESOME VIDEO...

[@shirlthacker2862]

It’s so beautiful the people, house, the views. Excellent teamwork and craftsmanship. We are all so blessed beyond measure!!! Love and light, peace, joy, harmony, prosperity and unlimitedness to all!!!

[@oldoutdoorsguy1157]

I am 77 years old and was born and raised just North of Lancaster County, PA. After being away from my home place for over 50 years now, it was quite a culture shock to see where the Amish have gone with their beliefs and their usage of modern technology!! To say that the family who own and operate Meadowlark Log Homes have moved to the "liberal" side of Amish tradition is like saying that the Hoover Dam was built to catch rainfall in one place!! Their accomplishments so overshadow the Lancaster Amish I knew growing up that it boggles one's mind to try to imagine how they moved from point A to point B in such a short amount of time. From driving one horse black buggies with kerosene lamps to make them road safe to hauling huge logs on multi trailer transports is but one of the major changes I noticed in their traditional beliefs. I recall my older brother bringing his new wife back to PA from their home in IL, in the late 40's, to show her where HE grew up and trying to photograph a single Amish buggy coming down a country road one afternoon. That Amish man took a detour with his buggy immediately when he saw what Jim was trying to do! They didn't believe in those "worldly" things [such as photography] back in the day. If memory serves, they believed, much like many of the Native American tribes believed, that a photograph of them would take away part of their "soul". The video, in and of itself, will attest to the movements made in their beliefs since that time. As for the progressive Amish in the county back then, they drove motor vehicles. For example the cheapest model of Ford Mainline sedan with no chrome trim and black walled tires, and the entire car in black paint. The chrome bumpers and any other trim on those basic vehicles were painted black by the owner as soon as they got the car back to their farm! ....... My, how times have changed .......

[@TheOutrageousFish]

its been my dream since i was 10 to have my own log cabin in the mountains of Montana. One day, man

[@mattsmithy3491]

Keep that dream alive! Work hard,save and it will come true, best wishes to you, you have a great dream.

[@collettewhosthatgirl1330]

I wish:(

[@prepperjonpnw6482]

Don’t wait too long or you will be to old to enjoy it.

[@jeanbridgman7513]

I grew up in Montana. Seeing the homes this amazing family is building makes me wish I had the money to return. Y'all are giving an old lady new dreams. 😁👍🇺🇸

[@bonniebrown6960]

It's so beautiful !! This has always been my dream to live in a log house or cabin . Some people are so blessed ..... I love it !!

[@doreenhall1705]

Elvie is just the best. Its nice to see such great.craftsmanship and that it's in the family. ❤ 👍

[@chelu4u]

I'm a sea-view man myself but that mountain-view is breathtaking absolutely gorgeous and the log-house is a wonderful addition to the landscape.

[@DhaliTravelling]

Nice i likes it

[@carlindurfee7566]

I live near the beach but I’ve always loved Mountain View’s but I would love to have a house on both

[@annatwood5392]

Absolutely Beautiful Log Homes!! The Craftsmanship Is Exceptional!!

[@maryh-w8647]

The builders do a magnificent job. But I became a little disheartened, he is such a gracious host and gentleman he doesn’t give himself or his crew enough credit for their accomplishments. The decorator is very good at what she does but without the superb construction of that masterpiece the books ,covers, and other decorative items would have no place to nestle their heads and call home. I’m so happy they knew it was unsafe to work in such inclement weather. Great job all of you.

[@jesusmarywillsaveyou]

a great example of how all us Christians should be, humble, meek, peaceful. So glad i came upon this show. No one's perfect but I admire the Amish (whether orthodox or not).

[@LeeSmokey]

Shut the fuck up pussy

[@ceeveekaye]

That's not even what the show is about! Besides, Amish people using not just electricity but heavy machinery. I don't care what anybody's religion is but don't wear plaid and cut your beard a certain way and say you're Amish. As for the house, it was gorgeous but only 2 bedrooms? And the interior decorating looked like my crazy aunt just pulled every single one of her yard ornaments inside and threw them all over the house.

[@francoiskriel1067]

Alvie your are top the hell with all jelous people out rhere

[@largerooster2059]

World class build ! That is true craftsmanship at its finest !

[@kickit59]

Elvie your crew does an amazing job! I have always wanted a log home. I am getting tired of Washington State so one day I may have to talk to you about building us a log home! Thanks for the amazing video & content!

[@puzzlemagnet1957]

the views are so incredible breath taking,

[@CCRider5312]

When he ask Ellvie to make them all a cocktail 🍸 🍹 I was saying Dude don’t you know Ellvie is a Amish Christian ✝️ man?? Then I lol 😂 when Ellvie said: Looks like its self serve for you on this one! 😂🤣 Way to go Ellvie!!! 😁👍

[@collettewhosthatgirl1330]

I noticed that lol

[@reinawatson2946]

Excellent and beautiful work! God bless!!

[@ianwilson8759]

Good on you mister, you're the one with class. And your kids love you. Hope you build a home like that one day for your family and yourself. Abby's great too.

[@IreneTivz]

Perfect view with an incredible house. I can't stop myself from watching the videos here on your channel.

[@jubankta1627]

I know right just amazing!!!

[@MegaSergey1989]

38:45 It gonna be self serve for you... Amen Elvie! Great job guys. I know one thing.. if ever the day comes I can afford to build my family a log cabin, it will be with the help of your company.

[@williamgrimberg4048]

Big hint before you build your dream log house,make sure the logs will be from dead standing logs or dried down to at least to about 10 % at the final stack to avoid most of the shrinkage that will accrue after the house is finished and heating of the interior. If not , you will have a heap of problems. Also plan for 1/4 to 3/8 inch thick elastic chinking with foam backing at all log joints . The foam backing is a bond breaker which allows for more elasticity of the chinking to allow for the settling and movement of the logs which all log buildings do . Also make sure that chinking is applied between the interior log purlins and the roof ceiling to prevent heat loss, especially if they are installing anything other than expandable foam in the roof. Been working on these log projects since 1977 in four western states including Montana . I could go on , but if you follow the above, you’ll have a valuable log house for years to come with a lot less headache .

[@dacyana115]

Hi William and happy New Year in 2020. The expandable foam (in the roof, or in other places of the house) is really good and/or safe in a case of a fire? And is foam good for the environment (from an ecological point of view) ? I don't think so. It is not good for human health either!

[@TarmanTheChampion]

@@dacyana115 foam? Its around us every where. We sit on it daily when driving cars. Plus i think wasting valuable energy including ones hard earned money to just heat and cool your home is *ALOT* worse for the environment than using a little bit of foam & insulation.

[@jaytouvelle2359]

I love Ron and his wife, they picked my favorite design and made it even better with their custom modification. It would be great to talk to them and learn from their experience with their beautiful home and the land they purchased. I can see myself doing something like them. They seem like people who did a lot of research just like me. Ron if your out there and ever read this I hope you wouldn't mind spending a few minutes talk with me.

[@jerrledeniseblue1770]

Let's talk about the home plans four bedroom. 2bath maybe 3 bath .

[@jerrledeniseblue1770]

Total price of the home ?

[@jerrledeniseblue1770]

Is. The price of the home what four angel s want. 2 are the ones that really matters to me !

[@ItsLeisure]

Log cabin is my biggest dream house... Hope one day can recover and hits better journey and build our own dream Log Cabin home someday... May the Lord bless us ALL.

[@lisam1809]

Oh wow. I think that's the most favorite for me. You have done such an amazing wonderful job. I'm still dreaming of my dream home to.

[@wandalewis7359]

What a beautiful home.. just amazing.. awesome job

[@rossbennett76]

Watching from a small island in the North Sea (Shetland) 🇬🇧 what a beautiful home.. and to see it all come together, fantastic.

[@auroraborealis2442]

I feel you, watching it from Norfolk UK.

[@frisco61]

We’re watching Shetland the TV show on Amazon!

[@ez2626]

Awesone humble family. i love this channel so much. watching from 🇵🇭

[@Lion21Zero]

Beautiful home amazing design excellent craftsmanship with breathtaking views.

[@fisherus]

You build homes dreams are made of but the real dream is having the money to afford to build one. Most of us will never be able to fulfill our dreams and can only fantasize about them, when watching those who are able to, like this couple can.

[@yvonnebraun7]

@Craig hello,how are you doing

[@tsal677]

Wow absolutely amazing!! You do great work....Wish I could build a house like that! I like that your crew is safety conscious. Keep up the good work my friend!!

[@nathanielgabriel]

Great build and great house. I do hope I can afford this.

[@genisedavis527]

What a beautiful log house, very comfortable 😃

[@yvonnebraun7]

@Genise hello,how are you doing

[@mattminahan7376]

Great work everyone. Look forward to seeing the next build

[@peggychapman7835]

Gorgeous home congratulations on your adventures with your family

[@orlanduhden5842]

Beautiful log cabin! I don't even dare think about how much it must have cost, haha! 🙂

[@AmishMeadowsOfficial]

$1.5 M USD.

[@pranasanalife1208]

Comfortabity is now a word 👍🏻😁 I may just borrow it 😊

[@aolcb]

Wow,beautiful place,great woodwork!

[@JM-mr6pz]

My absolute dream in life

[@thaksaornsirimontree5462]

Wow wow so beautiful house. 😍 🤩🤩👍

[@bubmeldore]

at 30:07 he was just like "Wtf guys...why are you doing this to us?"

[@lloyddahlen1141]

One word WOW, Beautiful, maybe two, thanks for sharing your video 👍

[@mountainviews5025]

Gotta tell ya my friend you truly are blessed with amazing skills and such a beautiful family the Creators are extremely proud of you thumbs up my friends WOW

[@deloreslomonaco570]

Your crew is amazing ,getting so much done

[@maryhardy1137]

Another winner. Just keeps getting better and better! Wonderful work everyone!!

[@luisv7117]

It has to be Amish work wow wow wow....never see anything like it. CONGRATULATIONS MAN

[@watermunteconomie3938]

I have a dream.. and this is a visual of mine! Off-grid between and in nature, full life

[@JOSHUACAYLE782]

That was beautiful

[@warrenkeck3352]

When is the next episode coming out? I love this. I love watching you guys building these beautiful homes.

[@aniutalitvinova9957]

Only work can make people become happy, he became cheerful, harmonious, contented heart.

[@dannywhitlock8309]

Hi, Elvie ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I enjoyed watching the build of this awesome huge log home, quality built construction 👍🏻 man I loved the great room with amazing beautiful views of the Montana mountains throughout the home with a wraparound deck so amazing. I loved the drone footage capturing all the amazing scenery !!! Thanks for sharing, enjoy and have a Blessed Sunday !!! Danny

[@yvonnebraun7]

@Danny hello,how are you doing

[@celsopdacunha000]

Great!!! Counting the days for the next video. ☺️🙂😁

[@EZDay4U]

What a talented team! A Great Family man and person too. You have a real gift. Can I get one in Greece? I retired after 26 years in the Navy and I know about leadership and teamwork. It really shows through. Keep it up! God Bless you, you BIG family and wonderful team!

[@nikkidaniels8926]

That view is breathtaking perfection! The log cabin is spectacular also! Paradise!

[@LogHomeMart_com]

All of us in the office here at *Log Home Mart* of Wisconsin Rapids, WI absolutely love this video. Very well done.

[@orleiantonio5629]

Very, very beautiful!

[@No_OneV]

Imagine owning a place like this, just woah

[@creative_minds.]

I am just without words .....what a beautiful house 💙💙💙

[@mountainviews5025]

Elvie have to say it is amazing thumbs up friend

[@elizabethellis3755]

Loved the layout. Pristine views.

[@ysaacrodriguez3132]

It’s fantastic.!

[@metalman065]

My Dream Home ever since I was little. Maybe some day. Congratulations to you folks. The builders done an amazing job!!

[@yvonnebraun7]

@Jimbo hello,how are you doing

[@parcruwise8962]

I have seen your work before... by some ladies that I befriended in Nashville....... They were just wonderful. ANY WHO.... they showed they're home..... SPLENDID MAGNIFICENCE!!! It was Fantastic!!! but NO Electric; not even SOLAR PANEL..... I LOVED THE WORK!!!

[@AmishMeadowsOfficial]

Thank you!

[@jonathanemocling3826]

Your Team and what you do is AMAZING! I want one.

[@robertfisher437]

fantastic couple, hi oh silver!

[@yvonnebraun7]

@Robert hello,how are you doing

[@valeriylovorn5340]

They did a beautiful job on their home. I would love to live in the mountains or the woods in a house like that

[@23redcomet]

Me too!

[@simonhallgren5876]

Me too

[@MrChovo2]

From Spain.....Congratulations for your work!! You give happyness, no only one house.

[@susanh.352]

Only 1 thing missing. The outdoor hot tub. Their's nothing better than sitting in a hot tub and the snow is coming down. Awesome. :)

[@RJM1011]

WOW ! ! That garage is amazing just what I need for my Forestry work and free range hens. :)

[@maryjeanunguran3971]

I live in Canada, Edmonton Alberta, and I have watched many of the beautiful Amish built homes, they are sooooo beautiful

[@stukaman1162]

Let's see after five years everyone is still thrilled to have to shovel all that snow off the wrap-around porch....

[@ricknelson7851]

It's in Libby LOl

[@shanebeaudrot777]

I don't watch TV anymore because of the filthy content but I sure am hooked on watching these gorgeous log home builds and seeing peoples dream come true. I wish I was a part of it.

[@shanebeaudrot777]

You guys are Amish, I mean awesome 🤗

[@NeoStoicism]

really enjoying this series, keep up the good work. got me looking at your products too

[@markd1300]

What dream come true. Looks fantastic. Great job

[@jimlong527]

Nice work everyone...many dream you make it happen for many.

[@kimd4060]

I love these quality homes they are beautiful! Dream come true lucky families

[@markrindt8730]

Fine job indeed.

[@misha8122]

you have great talent.

[@Monica-fd3ig]

That is my dream home. Great job guys!!! 😍💜👍🏽👏🏽

[@justjacqueline2004]

Just astonishingly beautiful.

[@jubankta1627]

U guys are incredible builders!!!!I love log cabins!!!

[@lolitbird7522]

You guys are amazing! I just stumbled onto this channel and am now completely hooked!! You guys are amazing!!

[@131dyana]

My Sister lives in Deer Lodge , Montana. she has always wanted a log house. Nice to see your build.

[@joha7484]

excellent job, Elvie !!!

[@tammmygraves4317]

What a wonderful place to live. Along with a beautiful property to go with it. I love the mountains

[@yvonnebraun7]

@Tammmy hello, how are you doing

[@JuanGarcia-pd1dm]

Hi to everyone !!! Let me tell you Sir, you are a good man, a good Daddy, and a good person ; so God bless you and all your family too, you are working good job and all your people on you too, you have nice family, and nice people working with you...so God Bless you and all your family too....Thank you so much for all you do....

[@andy-ow5sd]

Outstanding quality build, the amish people are very good with wood and the beautiful finishing but not too sure about the design features, having said that they do what they do, great work guys.

[@ashleyfalcon125]

Yea, well.. that part of the build is not up to him-it’s not his house. He is tasked/commissioned with masterfully building a home - TO & FROM someone else’s desires & design specifications. They build ppl’s home’s correctly & of the absolute best quality humanely possible. :)

[@ssb4918]

So beautiful !

[@kandiwolfe1125]

My goodness this is an over-the-top amazing home!! The craftsmanship is excellant! The decorating is just fantastic ! The custom bar is very cool! And the wrap-around with those views is absolutely gorgeous!! ..WOW!! CONGRATULATIONS and BEST WISHES FOR MANY HAPPY YEARS in your beautiful new home!! KUDOS to ALL MEMBERS of the crew(s) it took to bring this dream to reality!! (That includes your driver too!) Thank You for sharing your dream and how it all came together!!;) Peace to All of Us...💜💙💜

[@cherylholmes8677]

This is so awesome but that's way too much house for me. I know Ron and Nancy will enjoy this very much...

[@grandmasfavorites]

I enjoy watching your videos, thanks.

[@akimateru7980]

Wow..amazing house

[@zeegray]

BEAUTIFUL CABIN, BUT I AM SURE EVERYONE WOULD LOVE TO SEE THE FINAL PRICE

[@AmishMeadowsOfficial]

Hey John, all our pricing is listed on our website. This home can be found here www.meadowlarkloghomes.com/log-lodges/granite-peak

[@Blurriy]

@@AmishMeadowsOfficial Wait are you trying to tell me the house was only like $114,000? Is that normally insanely cheap or did I read that wrong on the website?

[@midassandahl5076]

If you watched the video you would see they had a budget of $650.000, so no more than that. Excluding whatever it cost for the land and whatnot of course

[@Blurriy]

@@midassandahl5076 But it says on the site the house costed them only $114,000. There is no way land would be that expensive? What did they spend in total like 200k

[@midassandahl5076]

@@Blurriy Thats probably only the material cost (I dont know the price of lumber quite frankly, but just labour would greatly exceed the $100k). I frankly do not care what the website says, as it is quite impossible to get a house like that for $100k, even if you exclude land out of the equation (and that was quite the piece of land as well, a few hundred thousand there most likely if theyre within an hour of civilization), the number on the website is guaranteed just a bs number taken out of context to get people to buy from them. For all i know, that could be the contractor fee. A home built for $100k will be a drywall square basically

[@Side0fRice]

When I saw this i thought about how important playing 20m trees was

[@unfortunate377]

Raistlin Majere god damn thank you, somebody actually remembers that logging industries replant every tree they cut and sometimes more, even when the government encourages them to do it. I hate how nobody has never mentioned this