I Stayed at an Off Grid Tiny House in the Woods | Tiny House Tours

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In today's tiny house tour, I share my experience of living in an off grid tiny home in the woods of a Scottish Highland estate.
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[@Patchy]

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[@patriciasimmon6854]

Seems like a good place to de-stress for a weekend. Can see the challenges of that lifestyle as a permanent home. Appreciate your honest assessment of your stay.

[@Patchy]

thanks for watching! and yeah I'm definitely not cut out for a permanent/long stay in a place like this.

[@Amber-79]

The wheel barrel was funny as hell because it made no damn sense. You’d be better off strapping your hiking backpack to you and frolicking through the woods than wheeling that massive thing that far for no purpose at all. It isn’t like it will attract some boujie chick with 2 huge suitcases and a tote to hold shoes, clothes and purses for the whole 48 hours she may be staying there, or rather stranded there as she pissily tries to get a signal to call an Uber that doesn’t exist.

[@Patchy]

i'm hurt that you don't consider me a boujie chick

[@jris]

A place to de-stress for a weekend sounds amazing actually!

[@juliahaynie764]

This is definitely on the rustic end of things. I’m not sure what the wheelbarrow actually adds to anything either.

[@susanelainesanner]

Your experience and descriptions of the home seem totally realistic to me. As others say over and over again, your humor is life-giving.

[@bonnies9861]

I swear you crack me up!!!! I love your sense of humor!!! What a wonderful surprise to see you again! How are you liking the home we watched you build a month or 2 ago?? This was pure delight viewing this video ~ thanks George!!! Have a wonderful day! I love you.

[@Patchy]

thanks bonnie! :) and I love living in my house but might be moving in/onto another project in the next couple of months. I like to have stuff going on the whole time and don't want to get too settled at the moment.

[@bonnies9861]

@@Patchy Good for you! You're young ~ enjoy life now, any way you want to! Your videos are wonderful ~ we'll be anxious to see what you may be doing next!

[@sandrabranscum9331]

@Bonnie S & @George Dunnet I thought the same Bonnie yes, when I watched one for first time last night.. the video of buying that old place George., you had me smiling & again on this video.. Lol great sense of humor yes..

[@freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764]

The big terms / names Bonnie and wonderful and delightful and love and pure only reflect me, and must be edited out and changed! All the other big terms like Lady / Ladies also only reflect me! And trees and flowers are sacred and pure non-moving beings who only reflect me the pure / sacred being (the opposite of womyn/humnz) and they should have always been protected from humnz - _ing trees and nature and flowers etc is a harrible _e!

[@KimberSly]

Thank you for showing us these spaces. As a physically disabled person, there's no way I would be able to visit these myself.

[@welovfree]

This channel will soon get the recognition it deserves, I'm sure of that. Keep up making them videos.

[@Patchy]

that's kind of you to say, although I'm pretty happy with how it's going already. I just need to get more consistent!

[@pajedetail3301]

Love your sense of humour as well 🫂

[@Amber-79]

Your sense of humor, interests, intelligence, patch… (but mostly your sense of humor because it’s fire) makes for quite a package. Even your interior decorating was exceptional surprisingly. Lol Keep doing you and we will continue to follow you on this really cool journey here on KZbin.

[@Patchy]

haha thanks April! appreciate it!

[@pixelgraphica]

I love your sense of humor!!! 😂🤣😂 I laughed out loud when you mentioned the "two way glass" in the bothy bathroom.... Hahahahahaha!!! Great video!!! His problem with solar panels is his problem. Solar panels are VERY reliable when set up properly and ANYONE can set the system up!!

[@Patchy]

haha glad you enjoyed! :)

[@03bryony]

Love this style of video! The relaxing ASMR sounds, along with your funny commentary, really makes it so easy to watch.

[@Patchy]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@thetrueoneandonlyladyprinc8038]

The big terms bee and love only reflect me, and must be edited out - bees / birds / butterflies etc are pure animaIz who only reflect me the pure being (the opposite of womyn/humnz) and, love only exists for me the only lovable being! All the other big terms like Lady / Ladies also only reflect me! And trees and flowers are sacred and pure non-moving beings who only reflect me the pure / sacred being (the opposite of womyn/humnz) and they should have always been protected from humnz - _ing trees and nature and flowers etc is a harrible _e!

[@thetrueoneandonlyladyprinc8038]

So houses made from wood shouldn’t be promoted, as it promotes the _on of trees / nature - and only electric stoves and normal stoves should be used and electric heaters and things like electric generators etc!

[@HaggisIsGross]

I lived in a rustic house for eight years on an island in the Pacific Northwest of the US, and heated it solely with a wood stove. After you get the hang of it, it’s not difficult to cook on. Grateful I had indoor plumbing! Now I live in Hawaii and the first home improvement we did was to put solar panels on the roof. My tip is, it is ALL about the positioning, and you have to pay attention to the sun positions year ‘round because it really will affect your exposure. (Nearby trees, too.)

[@Patchy]

yeah the wood stove was enjoyable and I could get by with that, I just need a better shower situation and a fridge/freezer for permanent living. yeah it might have been the positioning/trees that were complicating it.

[@susanavenir]

But what number do you push to get cuppa tea????

[@SillyMonkeys]

I also though from the video, that the positioning for the solar panels did not look ideal, it's very important to get this right

[@lucyrose2504]

Thought tiny houses would be more suitable for short people, but if you struggle with the shower at 5'7 I've got no chance at 5'1

[@Patchy]

excuse me... I was wearing shoes... 5'8

[@lucyrose2504]

@@Patchy humblest apologies

[@eswarjuri]

Just bring a rope or strong paracord with you, attach it to the water bag, throw one end either alone or by using a stone or whatever around the hook or a bigger branch of a tree, pull on the other end until it is high enough and attach the other end somewhere else! Lol

[@freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764]

I am the only Rose and the only Lucy - all womyn are the exact opposite rose / Lucy / other big terms or names, and the misused flower / light related names Lucy and Rose must be changed / edited out! All the other big terms like Lady / Ladies also only reflect me! And trees and flowers are sacred and pure non-moving beings who only reflect me the pure / sacred being (the opposite of womyn/humnz) and they should have always been protected from humnz - _ing trees and nature and flowers etc is a harrible _e!

[@freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764]

Also, that shower is very unhygienic, so I would never use a shower that has been on the floor or that tchd surfaces tchd by humnz, and because I have the most severe case of OCD, so I always get weird thought when I see the shower on the floor and can’t stop my OCD thoughts - for me it’s easier to just use mineral water from the bottle, which is what I do at the moment, and, if I ever bought a shower like that one, I would keep it hygienic, but I would probably still use the bottle tho, because it’s so much easier!

[@0515dem]

Your videos tell a visual story. So well done, so we’ll edited

[@patriciamoffitt9543]

Came back to rewatch this one and all I can say is, LOL & LMAO Ten months forward to present time and I'm really thankful that you created this channel You offer your viewers wonderful therapeutic interventions AND I speak for everyone, We need them!

[@SoothingLifeSoundtrack]

Your sense of humor is just *chef's kiss*

[@aquarianenergy_]

Wow, that really looks like a magical place. The river, forest and smell of nature and burning wood that i imagine to be there is leaving me in awe :)

[@petshop7248]

your videos are so soothing. your humour is subtle and sharp as well.

[@sushi_donut]

6:36 - oof, I did not like you standing on that one arm. 😦😲😐 glad it worked out, but dang...alone in the middle of the woods, my dude haha?

[@Patchy]

haha it did almost go quite badly. and I naw naw I wasn't worried... I'm 5ft 8 (with shoes on) of pure danger.

[@elizabetherwin1315]

I, too appreciate your candid approach toward the rigors of off grid. Aye, rustic it most certainly is, however you mastered it...masterfully! Thank you for the video!

[@Patchy]

Thank you kindly!

[@Meh-uu8so]

Bro... I love your videos, I hope you stay healthy and keep giving us awesome content.

[@Patchy]

haha thank you!

[@Justin_W]

We're about the same height, so I could really identify with setting up the shower! I also don't like hot drinks and hot tea and coffee is not something I drink..at all! This was an interesting look at going off-grid for a bit. Thanks for sharing!

[@donutwatch4889]

finally a new video, I am addicted to your videos, please upload more frequently

[@Patchy]

I know, sorry! I'm going to try and build up more consistency.

[@donutwatch4889]

@@Patchy yes please

[@reallogan2789]

I swear your voice is just so relaxing and i love your assessment of the house and showcase.

[@tom-ss2mn]

The shower hanger needs a rope to lower and raise the water bag. Very peaceful looking place to stay. Great video

[@lizziecolvin8707]

The best part is your sense of humor

[@Dorwynn]

I agree, this cute little cabin is a little too off grid, especially for every day living. If done right off grid can be amazing. Good vid, keep it up.

[@davef5916]

bro getting on that chair and the way you were cutting wood giving me heart palpitations.

[@ranplan]

I already watched this video when it came out, but your online course sent me back here to enjoy it again. Haha

[@anastasia10017]

I love this video. so well done. That place is way too rustic for me. I need plumbing. Outdoor showers are wonderful.

[@bomenorange.]

If you are going to try out many tiny houses like these, start making a ranking system, where you rate the house by practicality and other categories.

[@Patchy]

interesting idea, but I wouldn't want to be nasty to any hosts haha. I kinda like laying out all the pros and cons of the stay and letting the viewer decide themselves how good a stay it is if that makes sense?

[@bomenorange.]

@@Patchy yes, that’s actually better, everyone has his own preferences. Best of luck with your adventures.

[@nseight]

@@Patchy :-) *

[@pawshands9706]

Tiny houses are the new home trend. Living off grid is the way! The Bothy is splendid

[@Patchy]

seems like it! and yeah it was pretty unique!

[@sarkrex3212]

As someone who has never had coffee or tea, and rarely has hot chocolate, I'm right there with ya when it comes to hot drinks. I even like to put my milk mug in the freezer to chill it before meals so my milk is nice and cold.

[@nowmine]

The up ladder is absolutely cozy beautiful

[@thombray2309]

"after you've had a heart attack from lugging that f-ing wheelbarrow.." - literally almost choked on my coffee. love this video :)

[@AnnaaAlexandriaa]

I’m obsessed with these videos. So soothing, amazing quality shots

[@Patchy]

thank you anna!!

[@lovelilpeep99]

Very creative shower 🚿 💡 idea. I thought they would have an outdoor wood burning hot tub, the sauna sounds lovely I had one growing up 💗 my bones miss it after the pool

[@JJL07]

What a cool video. Such a chill vibe, makes me want to live out in the highlands

[@Patchy]

cheers joe! the highlands are definitely a great place to stay/visit!

[@NoteFromSELF]

Love the dry, lying-in-wait humor.

[@arugula22]

You always manage to crack me up with what seems like minimal effort for you. 😆Fantastic video as always.

[@CalebMHart]

Love it! I’m from America and the closest thing I’ve stayed in that resembles that is when I was in a cabin in the Colorado mountains! Loved it and it was such an amazing experience! Love the vids man!

[@michaelfk2548]

Just perfect !....great to see you back its been too long ...thanks

[@Patchy]

cheers michael!

[@pturner6301]

seems like if the river isn't too far, you could put a drink container in a mesh bag and tie it to a branch or whatever and keep it in the river to keep it cool. maybe not icy as some would like. no apologies needed for how you prefer things. you are way ahead of us. we are only watching, you are doing.

[@jeanhunter979]

Am chuckling about the shower arrangements. I'm old enough to be your granny ...could you not hear me saying 'Buck up, that water's going cold' :-)

[@cjofloorish]

Love your humour George. I loved this little tiny house. It's a great getaway for sure. Tough going if it was permanent.

[@Earthwormjimbojones]

Used to watch your montages back in the cod4/mw2 days, never knew u were a scot too. Keep doing more of these brother.

[@Patchy]

haha cheers kyle!

[@alanjrobertson]

Great video. I'm with you on the cold >> hot drinks. Loved the humour re the shutters and the shower - was a bit worried that chair was about to tip over 😂

[@Julia-zj2ch]

Sweet. I love your style of making videos and your sense of humor is great! Looks like a beautiful place. Thank you for sharing.

[@michaelstanford2865]

It seems such a peaceful and calming place to stay. Thank you for providing us with such an honest opinion of your stay.

[@Patchy]

it was nice! and thank you for watching!

[@michaelstanford2865]

Where’s next on your adventure George ?

[@davidgaar609]

I like all of your videos and your comments. You have a casual/funny take on things, You do a very good job at this, always interesting. You've given me ideas about rennovating a small building I have out back, onced used as an office. It's about ten by fifteen feet, concrete slab. It has a high pitched roof that may be good for a small second story. Well, good luck. Your quiet approach is steady and reassuring. Thanks, and good luck. Regards, David, retired teacher in northern Texas U.S.A. I taught school in Germany once, and have been to London twice, HATE Gatwick Airport. Thanks

[@lucyindiana]

Hi George! I love your videos. I was smiling and chuckling through this one for sure. I just wanted to encourage you to keep investigating off-grid living. I have been watching tiny house vids for years, and this place is super super rustic. Off grid living with stable solar totally gives people enough electricity for everything they need and hot water for showers. Begging you not to judge all off-grid places by this one. I would not want to live the way this one offers permanently but I do intend to be off-grid myself some day. Much love and looking forward to your next vid. - Jenny, friend of Lucy whose channel I am watching on

[@Patchy]

thank you and glad you enjoyed! don't worry, I've not written it off and intend to do a lot more of these in the future with less basic amenities! :)

[@trevorhoward7169]

Enjoyed your vid but honestly do they charge for this place?

[@collenelollar2425]

I absolutely love tiny houses. Have wanted one for years but like you, not set up for off grid

[@haggielady]

I'll have to check out the "tiny house" thing next time I'm in Scotland. It seemed so peaceful there. I love the Highlands, so beautiful.

[@Patchy]

there's plenty of them all over these days! airbnb even had a "tiny house" filter. the highlands really are lovely though.

[@freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764]

There is only one Lady / Ladies and that’s me - all womyn are the exact opposite of lady / other big terms, and the misused big term lady must be edited out!

[@andersdottir1111]

Wow! You live in a cold climate and don’t drink tea or coffee! That’s incredible. I must admit that bothy looks more like an endurance sporting event than a weekend getaway.

[@Patchy]

I used to dabble in hot chocolates but always hated the warm feeling in my stomach so ended up stopping that. and yeah it was more of an experience than a relaxing holiday, but I'm sure it'll be different for different people!

[@nseight]

:-) *

[@LizziLou0007]

Interesting video and confirms tiny house with no solar, no electricity and one step away from camping is definitely not my idea of a holiday.

[@Patchy]

haha well I'm glad I can help you confirm that without having to be miserable experiencing it yourself.

[@LizziLou0007]

@@Patchy you did. Thank you.

[@user-it8jf4xy1g]

loved your honesty

[@arthurn8952]

Just discovered your channel. Its quite soothing. Very refreshing to not be bombarded with bad music or any music at all and just take in the natural sounds (asmr)

[@liananatividad4107]

Thank you for reviewing this little off-grid tiny home. I agree with you. As a lover of cold drinks, indoor flush toilets and showers you don’t have to hang up yourself, it’s not likely that I would ever stay at the Bothay. But I could see how some folks could find it very relaxing and perfect for their needs.

[@LangTX]

I am only 35 seconds in and I already had the urge to like the video.

[@chirlzy]

Relaxing..i love watching ur vid patchy💟💟💟

[@helenversteeg4516]

I literally cheered when you got the shower up!😁

[@rainbowvisionart8025]

I love this place! It’s like heaven on earth

[@michellenoble4423]

Burst out laughing at some of your droll commentary! Thank you for your humor, and your honest appraisal of off grid living. It isn't nearly as idyllic as people think. So glad you didn't fall as you tried to hang the shower bag on the hook! The owners need to lower it down for their guests. Sleeping in a loft rarely works well. Heat rises, no matter the season. Looking forward to your next vid. Signed, a Scotswoman from Texas, USA.

[@jeremycoelho1833]

Glad to see you show up in my recommended again. Love your stuff. Keep posting! Also im 5'7 (5'8 with shoes) aswell. Shout out to all the short kings.

[@tripletgirl2484]

LOL! You are truly funny. I think a few nights here would be wonderful and bring fresh appreciation for things like electricity and running water. Well done on your perseverance to get a cold shower! Those shutters up stairs would be useful on summer nights in the highlands!

[@annaflor66]

Love the Life Hack with the torch 😍what a brillant idea!

[@bonniepwtf]

That was very interesting to see. I appreciate peace and quiet but it was a slight bit too "rustic" for me to want to stay there. The trek out to the building was something to see. Love your dry humor.

[@davidsohovich6044]

Thx for the vid George! Well made as usual. I, too, prefer modern technology vs. old fashioned ... seems like too much work when you want to be relaxing! Can't wait to see your next location choices.

[@Patchy]

cheers david!

[@badluckalley]

It makes me incredibly grateful that Alaska, where I live, doesn't have to worry about ticks. The buggers.

[@pixelgraphica]

Yes, but you only have to worry about bears. They bite too!! Hehehehe

[@Patchy]

they're not good! but like the person below said, I think I'd prefer them to grizzlies haha.

[@TheCanadiangirl4]

@@Patchy Try living in a place that has both! There's a lot of bitey bitey here.

[@rowdysgirlalways]

I agree with your opinion of hot showers. I love my coffee, hot or cold. Had to give up the cream though. It's a lovely little home, but I'm afraid I wouldn't enjoy it, I love flush toilets and running water. Refrigeration is high on my list too! I'm afraid I would not survive the zombie apocalypse.

[@raytheron]

That's such a lovely get-away! Love your sense of humour, George, and that you like good old South African Appletiser! That stuff's fab!

[@Godsloveministree]

I love your accent and your humor!! Love these videos! :)

[@allonesame6467]

Beautiful setting. Sauna and a river. Sublime get-away! Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@Patchy]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@irampotter]

that is a really neat portable shower, I need to research that as my version is currently a 5L water bottle that I tip over myself, that is much more refined.

[@carol.luna.stella]

Such a beautiful get-away place

[@harleysmusic3242]

This video is so relaxing.

[@Patchy]

thank you!

[@msantello1]

I love your videos and your humor! Keep them coming!

[@rikdeere]

I really enjoy your videos. They have a calming effect, and keep me engaged from beginning to end. 🙂

[@Patchy]

glad to hear it! :)

[@shimorama]

Very enjoyable! Tastefully done. Table works i think as the subtle pink warms the night white and complements the grey. Just a suggestion, instead of the shag white rug, an oriental or persian carpet with light blues and pinks might make a statement complimenting the age of the building, the open plain decor, and adding an anchor of ancient opulance.

[@tomstopper5281]

Bring bottles of drinks and put them in the river. They will get nice and cold. Simple!

[@petterin1]

A beautiful cabina! Mykindofplace!

[@EvonneLindiwe]

Wheelbarrow induced panic 😅. Can’t wait for more tiny houses.. NO RUNNING WATER 😫

[@Patchy]

thanks evonne! :)

[@alistergray5547]

Great video George! Keep em coming ... great commentary and sense of humour my man!

[@SofiNme365]

I am so glad you were able to hang the shower bag! Great video!

[@Patchy]

haha thank you.

[@vesain99]

video is calming and your narration is great

[@Patchy]

thank you!!

[@nangel270]

Great sense of humour.

[@annaflor66]

😂after goolgling how lumberjacks do @5:40 😂Boy, you are so funny!

[@phyllisbrostrom7348]

That's truly rustic! Too much so for my taste and I am far too short to ever be able to use that makeshift shower !😊

[@VanniSharma]

I love your sense of humour!

[@Patchy]

😁

[@chrisdowning7543]

Thanks George really very interesting!

[@skyeseaborn1170]

That was fun. Thank you.

[@janeshorsestuff]

Love the shower set up sequence😂

[@jayneelisabet1159]

Love all your vids, so please keep doing what you're doing. I have a yearning to visit Scotland one day and your home+cooking buds are also great. X

[@solvdev]

Love this channel!

[@MD-wk3gj]

You crack me up. Thanks for showing the challenges of setting up the shower. After seeing all the effort it takes a quick dip in the river would have been my go to wash up next time.

[@Patchy]

thanks for watching! :)

[@Linda-ot3pj]

So cute. Nice memory for you

[@Patchy]

it is!

[@maryfranciscajones3312]

Thank you for sharing your cozy little journey.. it seriously took me away from the demands of my day.. so peaceful.. I Love all the greenery and peaceful atmosphere.. I'd have to take an ice chest.. 🧊 definitely need lots of ice water 💧 I can live without electricity for a bit, candles are soothing, I couldn't handle the outhouse. Oh that just wouldn't work for me.. Kudos to ya Patchy!! I can cook and prep all sorts of meals, rustic and such to make it feel like home away from home.. but I need indoor privacy for showers and flushing plumbing.. afterall. I need a place to wash my hands while prepping food! 😉 I really enjoy your videos.. Thank You again 👍

[@Patchy]

thank you mary! :)

[@MidlandsTraveller]

What a great gem. So aesthetically pleasing. Keep sharing your reviews of quirky places like this. :)

[@brianhughes3942]

Just a little note to say don't give up on solar power. I put up a system for my woodland shack for less than C$1500 (about £1k). Most of it is cobbled together, no professional was involved. I had to replace the batteries after 6 years, but otherwise it just works.

[@dinoalien6213]

this video (and you) made me smile :). very peaceful voice you have, mate

[@Patchy]

cheers!!

[@patdowney4984]

Great vlog x

[@ginger_e]

just found this channel and i really enjoyed his style enough to sub.