Homestead dream house Tour (75% done)

[@MarionMillican]

When you do the final tour when it is finished, you guys should split up. Let Rebecca do the home tour and talk about her choices. Justin can tour the parts related to the homesteading part. Maybe flashback to shots of what each area was before and what it is now. Also, have more wide shots to show the entire room or area. Rebecca has done a great job thinking of what all you need to live comfortably with a big family. Love it!

[@ashleylovepace1941]

You know what I love about this house and you guys?? You don’t waiver off your dedication to health and food and farm, whether it’s in a 700 sqft house or giant new custom home. That is the message I have gotten. Bravo

[@BrendaJMay]

Ashleylovepace1941 Amen 🙌✝️🙌To That 🥰Sister ❤️

[@chaparra71]

😂😂😂

[@AZJH8374]

Everyone is talking over each other. I could only get 50% of what you were saying. But, the house is beautiful. Can't wait till you move in. Congratulations! God bless you all and many prayers 🙏🏻 ❤️

[@carolsmith2699]

A really beautiful house. Can't wait to see the finished product. That being said, Hollar Homestead and Sow the Land are true 21st century homesteaders.

[@robertbuckley9303]

I agree about STL and HH being terrific homesteading channels. But don't forget that when the Rhodes started out, they were also starting out with raw land, a few old buildings, and a very tight budget.

[@donnamays24]

I love STL & the Hollars…but the Rhodes family has been hard at it for way more years.. making do and doing without…and mentored both those families…I absolutely love that their dreams are coming true! they totally deserve this…so happy and excited for them! It’s a beautiful thing for sure!❤

[@diyfferent]

Hollar Homestead and Sow the Land moved to that area _because_ of Justin Rhodes. Justin has had a humongous influence in their lives.

[@annar6430]

​@@robertbuckley9303Then Justin got his inheritance and the only one I subscribe to is STL

[@tiffanyrowandotcom]

I remember the moment when Justin realized why it was so important to use his own trees, vs buying planks, for the deck. Because it was sentimental. And now the deck (his trees) is part of the view when looking out onto the landscape.

[@natalietalbot8137]

Hello from South Africa, I have been following you guys since your American tour with the converted bus, you sure have come far....AWESOME!!

[@cryptidscanada6884]

Your whole family has worked so hard and you absolutely deserve that amazing house. I remember that very first video and ive been here ever since and i am so thrilled that you are enjoying your young lives

[@tammyt870]

It always takes twice as long and costs twice as much as you think it's going to! Ya'll have had so much happen these last couple years. Grateful you're still smiling and treating each other kindly. Building a house is sooooooo stressful. Soooooo many decisions to be made. A plethora of minutia. Ya'll have done great! So excited for you!

[@gkiferonhs]

Consider some lights inside the pole barn with the switch either in your bedroom or on the deck because you're going to need to see what's going on when you come out to check on the animals.

[@patriotmama]

I can't wait to see this all completely finished with furniture and everything done. Awesome space!

[@alisonmaher8188]

I love the Swiss and Austrian homes that have the barn and animals under the home. Always wanted that. You almost have that!

[@rigzinyangdol2889]

The house is looking great and I can literally see the kids enjoy every corner of it. Looking forward to your moving in

[@lighthouse_5299]

splendid!! y'all deserve every stellar square inch! ENJOY!! [sending prayers!!]

[@marcelschurgers8164]

It’s gonna be an amazing farmhouse. Happy for you guys.

[@sharonknorr1106]

It is great to see things coming along, it is a long and sometimes discouraging process. While I think it is so wonderful that they are always thinking of how the kids will fit into things, I hope they are able to handle it someday if they don't all want to stick around. Kids need to feel free to spread their wings and try other things as they get older, not feel they are duty-bound to stay at the homestead forever. It seems so far away when they are young, but it happens so quickly. It is never easy as a parent to have the babies leave the nest. We live with our daughter now - we are getting older and she wants us to be able to stay in the house and help us as we age, which is so great. I am a fan of intergenerational living, it's just not everyone's choice. Will say, we are putting in railings where none were before because of aging, so never say never on that big, wide staircase in the front of the house.

[@marthareedy]

I know you know you are so Blessed ! Stand and look how beautiful your land is!!~ I am so happy for you !! Never take anything for granted I know you don't We had 6 people in this small 1100 sq ft home I bathroom, and we made it through!! We are old now LOL I am eagerly waiting to see you home all finished!!!

[@donnamays24]

❤

[@msyankee2u]

Beautiful! Would of been extra nice if the camera wasn't zoomed in on y'all so we could see more of the rebuild. So happy for you guys. You all work so hard for what you have.

[@patrickglaeser3921]

Your house is BEA-UTIFUL!!! I can't wait for you to make it a home. Your hard work has paid off. I'm so happy for you. When I saw the garage, it reminded me of a remodel I did for a customer. She wanted her garage to look like a living room room. I painted and installed wainscoting. I added framed pictures and a chandelier. Whenever the door is open it looks as if you were looking into her living room. She loved it and the neighbors were confused that she would park her car in the living room. Another happy customer! Enjoy your new home!!

[@donnamays24]

Love that!

[@Zombie-adventures]

I didn’t see anything but white paint?

[@dusttodusthomestead]

House is looking great. Happy for you all. And that deck overlooking the animals is gonna be nice! To be able to step out and see that everyone is doing well is a gamechanger. Awesome. 👍🏻

[@mj1294]

So nice to have a tour, thank you for involving all of us. Soon to be a home warming party❤🎉🎉🎉

[@mj1294]

I noticed Lilly looks so much like Rebecca and looks so grownup now. Thanks for the view in so many ways.

[@tiffanyrowandotcom]

Last thing before going to bed, check the animals. First thing when you get out of bed, check the animals. The location off the bedroom is so convenient.

[@dibutler9151]

Here in the Deep South, that porch ceiling would be painted what we call Haint Blue. The history of doing this goes back hundreds of years.

[@donnamays24]

Absolutely! ❤

[@jeccalou9894]

Haint blue was used by enslaved Africans in America to ward off evil spirits, "haints", from their spiritual traditions... and is yet another thing white colonists stole from them without a second thought or actually using it in the way it was meant to be used. Instead white people are like "isn't that charming. I think I'll do it too". 🙄

[@tulips888]

So much love between you two in this video...the way you guys gravitate towards each other when you talk..so beautiful ❤

[@kathleenthompson3676]

You guys have vision. Nothing can get done without vision.🎉🎉

[@davidstoughton3257]

I hope yp7 give all your workers a tip when the house is finished. Thet deserve it with all the changes anx tge fact thst they just accepted ot anx moverd on. 1000.00 for top brass each, 500.00 for mid workers and 300.00 for laborers that TRULY DESERVE SO MUCH more !!!!!!!

[@lynn8524]

The house is SO nice! A lot of thought and planning has obviously gone into it. I’m looking forward to seeing the final result. So happy for all of you!

[@sandyleonard1605]

You were talking about needing outdoor outlets to make Christmas lighting easier. I saw one construction where the homeowner had electrical outlets installed under the roof eave. That would have been cool.

[@CkHolly-hz2vv]

Yes, if I ever get to design my own home those outside Christmas light outlets are going in the eaves.

[@louiseswart1315]

Good job, project manager! Love your emphasis on rest for every individual and on family time in the design, with just enough thoughtfulness toward guests.

[@HardearnedAcresHomestead-qk3wk]

In my neck of the woods a blue door symbolizes hospitality from the Amish community a home welcomed by a blue door, indicating that they're free to enter and join in fellowship. Our build is ramping up ready to crank up next week. Praying we can move into our forever home in December.

[@jenniferferdinand7347]

What an amazing life❤

[@NoOneHere2Day]

Yeah, but if you're not Amish, it's just a blue door.

[@tiffanyrowandotcom]

Now I want a blue door. Thank you.

[@Courterfly]

What about a green door? I feel like that has to have some rich symbolism 💚🌲🌿

[@happinin07]

Blue around windows and doors, for many Jews in the Middle East is for protection.

[@kriswhite1344]

Happy for the entire Rhodes Family and your new home.❤

[@BRANDON-ru9lm]

O my gosh y'all, freaking awesome. I cheated and skipped till the end😅. How in the world did you all envision your current rebuild on what you had before. Amazing... So much space and views. Congratulations Rhodes family!

[@Theworldhasgonebonkers]

You guys can also put cameras in all your animal stalls/ pastures to check on them from the office (cellphone) screen without always having to go physically check...even at night🥰 the house is gorgeous well done Rebekah!!🙌 You are for sure going to be asked to design other houses soon enough😅

[@traceyeley65]

Mrs R, you are spot on everything, Go Girl, you are your Fathers Daughter. Much love to you All.

[@donnamays24]

So happy to see the Beautiful one getting her dream house finally!….i completely relate to you guys feelings about your “new & improved” forever home…at 45 Becka has been very patient lol…again I relate…at 57 myself..my husband and I are just now in process of doing the same…major reno of what we have had all along because we are WHERE we want to be…we’ve been planning it for 30 years..been a long time coming! So excited and happy for you both to finally reep the benefits of all the years of doing without, making it work with what you had…the sacrifices and the hard work it has taken for you both to finally began living in your dream home! Wishing you many more years of happiness and abundant blessings…you both totally deserve it and so much more! God Bless❤🙏🏻

[@one234569and10]

The raised pocket above the front door hides the light fixture so its not in anyone's eyes, and it does not bleed out. It basically highlights the entry way to make it stand out more in the evening and night.

[@cherylbertolini3140]

blue door would look great! time to go plant the rest of my onions have a wonderful day.

[@Mtthyman]

“We have a barn in the back yard bec.” …. Um sir, there are 2 horses in your basement 🤣 (side note: the house looks BEAUTIFUL! can’t wait to see the beautiful ones hard work all come together.

[@donnamays24]

lol…and don’t you just love it??…I sure do! I’m as excited for them as they are!❤

[@karenbarthold1777]

I just started my deep bedding a year ago, and you’re right! It doesn’t smell! I started with chickens and I also raise bees right now but would like to share my system with aquaponics when i finish establishing it. You guys have been such an inspiration for us! All the way down to the DIY chickshaw i built with up-cycled materials from building the house. You guys rock! ❤ Your parenting style is also very wholesome to watch and share. I have two babies myself.❤

[@kozanskrazykreations]

Cannot wait to see when you have it all decorated and beautiful!! Y'all deserve this so much, so happy for you and your lovely family 😊

[@AngelBluff]

AMAZING DREAM HOMESTEAD! WOW Well done Beck! I know im anxious for you all to move in it must be overwhelming excitement for you all! Lots of hard work for you all made it possible. You guys are going to love it so much and as a viewer I'm so excited to see vlogs in your new home!

[@Awenda18]

Lily has grown a foot taller‼️ Must be her good cooking 💕 I’m a so excited about your house 🥰🙏

[@rotcaka]

And boots probably help 😂

[@Sharon-Me]

I agree, don't let your garage become a storage spot right from the beginning it is almost impossible to stop once it has started, ask me how I know:(. Your Dad is smiling down from heaven, Justin, looking at how you have improved what he started!

[@stardust6733]

I can imagine how amazing your home is going look once its completely done, looking forward for you guys to move in. It's inspiring to watch a family work so hard together. Just love watching your family. God bless.

[@steph0xGx]

Knowing your kids & having both access's i would have enclosed that porch space for a second mudroom and made a bigger deck in front by removing a couple of plant beds. You could cover the porch with a double layer pergola. Top layer polycarbonate and underneath a trellis for plants would keep you dry provide light and give you a more outdoor porch experience with far less cost than the roof was for your existing porch.

[@mamareed810]

The House is coming along nicely, & will be beautiful when finished! Congrats!!! My Goodness...Lilly & Henry have really grown!

[@kprairiesun]

Id have some ramps, fewer stairs just because things can change as we age in no time. Ive been active and gardening huge gardens for 50 years and my hips and knees have made stairs a nightmare, now. Will be beautiful, though! Enjoy!

[@stinnett04]

Thank you for the review! I’m still learning and this is helpful. I couldn’t help but notice some of the books on your shelf. I couldn’t catch the set over your right shoulder. Again, thank you for the review!

[@colleenrodamer9497]

Have a suggestion get a spot light for night time watching just in case u need to

[@danapratola]

I'm SO EXCITED for you guys!!! Looks amazing. Blessings!💝

[@leem200]

it is totally nice, love it. Can not wait to see it finished. Peace!

[@TheMennomilist]

Wow the walls are up now! It is looking so great. I love the idea of that nook. That will be fun. Congratulations on finally getting a garage.

[@salemthorup9536]

I appreciate you pointing out small, but significant details that could be great considerations for others.

[@Honeybadger7]

What a blessing. Congrats on receiving the fruits of your faithful work ethic.

[@theresawilliamson433]

Love your wide open porch. I love porches. I had a 10x30 front porch on my house at Segno. It had a porch swing which I loved. You might think about it later. I didn't have Littles back then so I didn't have to be concerned with kids swinging too high and flipping out of it or kids swinging it and hitting a little in the head with it.

[@Theworldhasgonebonkers]

You guys have a GORGEOUS farm!!!! Wow!!!

[@jenniferferdinand7347]

I have nothing negative to say about this even though some people do.... The artistic aspect of it all... ❤ You guys are amazing. It inspires me😂❤

[@jamesjustice859]

We're excited for both of you. Once it's done hope to see kind of before and after pictures of each of the rooms that you've shown us over the years

[@pleinaire8698]

Love the house but all those doors to the decks should open to the inside so that when it’s raining and the doors open they don’t get wet. Home-building, 101.❤

[@Shibalvr]

Maybe Home-building 102. I am in my 4th, still have not learned all the ropes yet! I am loving this exclusive peak inside! We must go easy on them, hard work!!!! If I had 5 kids, I did, 4 dogs and a hubby! LOL I would be a walking zombie at 45.

[@dahomesteadacre5099]

So many of you "homesteader" KZbinrs, either moved to palatial estates to (cough) continue homesteading or built modern houses, like your urban building, for the same thing. Gone is the coziness of a "home" in homesteading. But that's what happens when y'all capitalize on your subscribers.

[@carlapierle8623]

If you hate them making a living from displaying their lives on KZbin, why are you watching long enough to make snarky comments? You know that helps them, right?

[@emilydebary4738]

​@carlapierle8623 lol I'm thinking the same thing! If I made a big income from KZbin, I'd be building a big beautiful home too. It costs you absolutely nothing to watch their videos. How are they capitalizing on you? They capitalize on the ads which you have the option to skip. If you don't want them making money, stop watching and stop commenting.

[@norastorvik4155]

@dahomesteaderacre5099 how pathetic of you to call out these fellow homesteaders when, obviously, you have provided zero "proof" of your amazing "skills" so literally shut your mouth and stop typing about something for which you fall short!

[@shannonhenson609]

That's why I also follow the Hollars, just as a counter. 🤔😆

[@carlapierle8623]

@@emilydebary4738 I think @dahomesteadacre5099 is jealous he/she is too lazy to pick up a camera, document his/her life and learn how to edit videos. It's taken years of dedication for this channel to get where it is today. Being jealous of someone's success isn't a good look.

[@claudettehernandez3402]

It took mid September ground breaking to the end of May to move into our house. My carpenter husband had sooo many rained out days at that time that made it possible but I was working 60+ hours to make up for it.

[@XanBos]

With everything so white, and nothing to break up the lines, it’s hard to get a sense of scale and design inside the house, but you definitely have space! I believe decks are an essential part of extending the living space of a home. I have often thought a deck of the master bedroom is the perfect getaway for the adults. Have that first cup of coffee in the mornings, and just survey the land. You have such a view off of the master bedroom! Every time I see the house from a distance….my eye goes to the huge steps leading to the huge deck, with the huge porch roof, and that to me says “front door” Your front door is lost in the design. Although the little alcove is perfect for what you had in mind, keeping you dry as you knock on the door, or fiddle with keys to unlock the door, it just doesn’t have the “I’m here!” Front door look. A small gabled porch design would help bring attention to the front door, and of course a color to the door would also help. But yeah, it was my only observation of the overall design of the house. Really can’t wait to see all the flooring done, cabinets installed, and eventually see the furniture get out into place. After all the moving you have done this past year, having a forever home will feel nice for a change. I do hope it fulfills all your dreams!

[@kcmgfarm2389]

Literally couldn't be happier for yall. It's going to be phenomenal

[@uranusprincess6827]

That driveway sounds like a really nice idea

[@nasastoleman]

Love what you all have done!!!! Something to consider for all of you r outdoor ceilings is to paint them a light blue. That way birds hornets and other insects will not build their nests because they think it is sky. Love you all very very much prayers ascend for you!!!!

[@chronicallyoverit74]

I never thought of that! I wonder if it really works?

[@nasastoleman]

@@chronicallyoverit74 We lived next to two sisters who were spinster school teachers. Every time their front porch was repainted they insisted for the light blue color on the ceiling. And they NEVER had wasps nests, bird nests nor any other insect built in under the ceiling. And we also adapted the idea and never had any problem. Since the insects and birds look in the wavelength and the color matches with the sky it makes scientific sense. Hope this helps explain.

[@lindahubbs8146]

Absolutely beautiful-Gorgeous home…so excited for you!

[@TheSeasonalHomestead]

It’s beautiful! So excited for you guys💚 Can’t wait to see the finish.

[@schex9]

I love my blue front door. I painted it this color, but I had Sherwin-Williams mix the paint. "2020 Color of the Year, Chinese Porcelain (PPG1160-6)"

[@roxannetarjan1411]

So excited for you all and to follow the traditions and ways you live in your renovated space. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@americabless1568]

👍 Amazing journey. Best to y'all.

[@dylan818]

Just a thought, move the fuel tank to the butcher shed/ skid loader parking shed

[@tonygrimes13]

Then they would have to move the diesel generator, rewire, install new fuel lines etc etc etc!

[@dylan818]

@@tonygrimes13 nah, the generator isn’t used that much, filling by hand would be just fine

[@marshasmith6320]

Where are the four boys bedrooms at? Maybe I missed it. I heard Lilys bathroom. The house looks amazing. Excited to see y’all move in.

[@sandradee8880]

My favorite part is the decks and board and battens siding. Also down stairs kitchen for canning and processing meat.

[@cbsifoley]

It looks great guys! I’m so happy for you. Thank you for sharing your lives with us!

[@Sarahs_farm]

House is looking really good. That little attic spot with a ladder is scary. Falling from that would suck. Not just the kids but for aging adults. Decking is beautiful.

[@shoebill181]

Seems room is plenty big enough for library shelves. Lots of nice room.

[@Sarahs_farm]

The room is big enough I was meaning the ladder idea. I have had family members fall from attic pull out ladders. It gets harder as you age to climb those.

[@Shibalvr]

Yes trust me, by age 65- 70 you will not be able to climb stairs and ladders safely if at all. Meds and age affect balance. Keep working out for those reasons alone. Knees, hips, ankles just go out for zero reasons! 😢😢 You will be installing ramps and lifts and more hand rails. Think walkers etc.😊😊

[@Shibalvr]

Eliminate all tripping hazards soon. Zero height transitions not smooth.

[@Shibalvr]

Climbing into high trucks etc will be much harder in 20 years.

[@SimplyJanHomestead]

I LOVE it all! You can tell how much thought Rebecca put into this home! It's amazing and you deserve it all~

[@izzy1949]

Loved the tour thankyou…it is a wonderful thought out jome ❤️

[@mistybabbitt3980]

Its looking amazing!!

[@truneilson]

Add lighting by your front door. And a plug in the eves....for the christmas lights. Also a plug in the 4 corners, under the eve for bug zappers.

[@lcostantino7931]

BEST WISHES rethink the filming when u do final walkthrough.....

[@katherinebragg9166]

Was hoping to see the kids rooms. The house is looking gorgeous.

[@noodlehead2529]

Looks beautiful!! So much light!!

[@vickieelisa2248]

Rebecca has no deception. If a statement isn't accurate, she will not allow it to stand but corrects it swiftly.

[@CountryKirby.]

Im addicted to house building progress

[@kayreive]

I think Beefcake has a sad life in that cage like place... :(

[@jakemelinko]

You mean for the moment? You think a feedlot is better? He's fine, not sad. Sorry you are, hopefully you'll take some charge of your feelings. Maybe watch something that doesn't challenge you too much

[@Greg_Johnson_1986]

He has water, food, sunlight, circulation and a structure to keep him dry. Justin is showing us that you can keep a feeder pig in a small-ish area for people who may not have acres and fencing to constantly move their animal(s).

[@a.b.2458]

@@jakemelinko Wow, talk about taking charge of feelings.

[@KatrinaT]

It was a little difficult to see the whole pen though. Maybe it's bigger. And his winter digs may be different than where he is the rest of the year.

[@averagejoesmiling456]

@@jakemelinko Someone got triggered.

[@Sarah-tm4nn]

Wow can't wait for the ultimate complete home!

[@BrutusPrime]

Hey Justin! Have you thought about installing a fire pole to get down from your book nook? 😊

[@Clenato]

Congrats Rhodes family! You all work so hard, even though you love most of the work, you've done a ton to reach this point. Can't wait for it to be finished so you all can enjoy your newly updated home. You've earned it!

[@theresatyree3904]

Need a bunch of rain barrels or a huge tank to catch the rain, down to the animals in barn

[@emmz....]

Love how bright the house is inside

[@1gr8lpta]

I am so proud for you guys. You are some of the hardest working family that I have ever come across. I love seeing you all succeed. Shows us all how working hard and working with your family really can be a success. God Bless you all

[@sharoncochran8508]

I'm so excited for you! The house is going to be amazing.

[@batpherlangkharkrang7976]

Hi.... Justin Rhodes and Rebecca thanks you for showing your video homestead chicken duck goose farmer garden 🐔🐓🐣🐤🍗🦆🐶🐕🦮🐈🐑🐄🐖🐷🐝 BYE 👋 bye 👋 bye 👋 bye 👋👍👍👍

[@janetjohnson998]

Beautiful home it will be because of the beautiful inhabitants. I hope that you at least prime the garage though.

[@nancyseery2213]

I have one big question about your "new" house-----will there be shoe storage by the door??? I have watched y'all for a couple of years and every time the children get ready to go outside there is a big hunt for shoes!! God bless y'all and keep growing.

[@tmorgan7939]

Do like everybody else does. . .once you have your CO or whatever they do in your srea, add in all those improvements that you feel might be issues for the building inspectors but totally acceptable to you.

[@wagonload9]

Idea: One of the nice things we did with our home was tile the windowsills...

[@etoile2423]

Worth the wait. So beautiful and so perfect for yall.

[@laurakneeland4462]

Lol Justin... you keep asking her what she has done to the house but you talk right over her and you answers your own questions ,let her talk

[@lindaann9927]

@laurakneeland4462 Your being kind. Did anyone say, "Interrupting pest" like from the Richard Scary books. How condescending Justin, your acting. It's not all about you. No coveting in the husband realm here... Good job Justin...

[@freefahren]

Where are the farm boots, shoes and jackets going? I don’t see anywhere except downstairs from the back… is the new front porch going to get chaos again?

[@alanparadise3139]

Guys its all coming a long and looking good can''t wait to see it all finished in 2-3 months It going to look amazng. Lily how much she's Grown up She's a Beautiful sweetheart. Love❤ you Lily! We need to see more of Lily in videos. with her Horses and how she takes care of them and her Chickens. She needs her own channel.. Henry is getting so big. LOVE YOU ALL Peace Love God Bless. 💋💋❤❤💙💙🤟🤟🙏🙏

[@sharonknorr1106]

She has her own channel already.

[@donnamays24]

She does have her own channel and it’s awesome and doing very well..check it out. Lilyrhodes.

[@tonygrimes13]

It's called *the Lily Rhodes Show*

[@TheoriginalANGEK439]

Bi folding doors ? It’s absolutely huge. I love it. Light bright and airy. The decks are beautiful. You’re going to love living in your new home. The space is fabulous. Don’t for get to have a nice house warming party ! To celebrate when finished..👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️

[@maxmillion4216]

Oh yeah, put all the cow poop closer to the house so you can smell it better, wonderful idea.

[@CkHolly-hz2vv]

Did you miss the part where they said it doesn't smell? He has tons of videos on why that is the case.