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[@deekelley891]

Don’t worry about what anybody else wants-each persons dream is their own! I’m happy if you’re happy, Jay! I could never do that because I have no skills whatsoever!

[@VickieSmith-oi4xw]

You have to do what is right for you, and don't worry about what anyone else says

[@lilacscentedfushias1852]

I was just thinking the same, I get fed up of seeing ‘experts’ commenting on videos they know nothing about or it’s not their business.

[@BigRiverLabrador]

Jay, a previously owned, home made, built, constructed “anything” is full of how someone else envisioned it. It’s part of their personality that eventually became visible to everyone else. This cabin isn’t your idea, obviously, and because of that you can easily become overwhelmed to the point you don’t know where to start on changing characteristics of the cabin. So much so that it could deter you from attempting any changes. If there’s anything I’ve witnessed with every single cabin I can think of on Lake Melville it’s that cabins are never built with a porch/mud room from the beginning. They are always added on years later. Before any changes are done to the existing structure, if I were you I would start by building a porch. You’ll get familiar with how to make a floor, walls and rafters (which aren’t all that more difficult than your tent structure) you’ll have a sense of accomplishment that I think will really push you to realize you can do more when you stand back and say “I built that”

[@johnwhippen5648]

😂. You know you thrive on the process and self-learning. Love it. Your opinion is really the only one that counts.

[@dinkvjr]

That is the best idea!! I agree! Follow your dreams man!! Don't worry about others thoughts! You do you and have fun!!!

[@kurtz260]

We have a cabin in northern Ontario on rainy lake, with a 99 year lease, but we have less than 40 years left on it. Its my favorite place to be on earth. You do you and just be happy. (That flat rooftop would be a nice place to hunt from)

[@MrTonyPiscatelle]

Yep, let the learning begin. Good luck pilgrim !

[@TheBeardown99]

Very excited to see you work on this. Record everything, even the cleanup, speed up if needed. Also if things get hard don't be afraid to ask for help. This community is super great.

[@malikto1]

First thing, take care of that sketchy foundation, then add a WRB and siding.

[@leannamiddlebrooks3416]

I think the most important thing is to make that cabin a solid structure. Sturdy, well insulated, waterproof etc. Once that’s done redesign the interior to flow. Congratulations and I can’t wait to come along for the journey!

[@joyceb5864]

Instead of a boat, maybe you should look at a pontoon so you can easily haul building supplies to the property. A pontoon is larger, more stable than a boat, less likely to tilt, and allows you to carry more weight. Looking forward to seeing the cabin improvements.

[@rjrrtheis1]

Can you say MONEY PIT! I would wait. Patience is a virtue.

[@billywhizz7928]

First thing to do you ask? Get the cabin solidly anchored to the ground.

[@brianbenson3669]

Another new adventure! Good luck with it, Jay ! Biggest thing to avoid is feeling rushed or overwhelmed! #1, yup, you got a boat... hope its a decent size (14+ft?) ... its a damn big lake! #2 ... got that gun yet? A cheap, simple, pump 12g with 3" slugs (it's what Alaskan Fish & Wildlife carry) will ward off any grizzly or black bear... plus you can get flares, bear bangers, etc for it too.... not to mention birdshot for ducks, geese, ptarmigan. Start a "to do" list for the cabin .... and you know there will be many, many revisions, ... after you've spent a week, a month, a winter, a year in the cabin! Cheers mate!

[@dennislindenpellinge]

...Make sure the foundation / house floor is strong and stable, otherwise everything will collapse...👍

[@eds1990sporty]

You're getting to fulfill your dreams. Not too many people get the chance to do that. So I would suggest going for it. Expand the first floor and like you said Anchor It Down. Build a nice deck off of it that's covered so you can sit outside and enjoy the scenery. The OSB should be fine if you wrap it with a house wrap and put siding on it

[@someone-ot9zm]

My grandfather bought the cabin I'm sitting in now back in the 1990s, and now I own it. Cabin life is awesome. And driving a boat is a breeze, I've been doing it since I was 10. You got this.

[@esiebert7625]

Congrats buddy, so happy for you. Go with your gut not what the YT audience thinks. Start with the foundation, then focus on the exterior to make it watertight, then make the interior livable. Insulation will be the key to make it livable in the extreme weather. Take it in chunks, don’t get overwhelmed, from what I’ve seen you have the skills to be successful. If you don’t know how to do something, google it. Finally add-on, maybe a workshop, nice deck, additional buildings, etc. Don’t forget about infrastructure, how are you going to get water, power, etc. Look forward to watching this, wish I was there helping you, looks like a fun project.

[@evr4921]

Good score! First thing, if that roof is good and the OSB will hold a nail or screw, side it. If that’s not in the cards paint it inside and out, 2 coats maybe 3.

[@kellydeveau9319]

Cover the OSB .... and level and stabilize the cabin .

[@MeatballCB]

I know you mentioned at the end that you think it's better to repair the current structure, but wonder if you should reconsider that? Assuming the lease renews, you have 5 years that you could slowly build up a new cabin that is exactly what you want and use the current building as your 'base' until then. I think if it was in the same situation, I'd take this as a perfect opportunity to build something new, that is exactly what I want since I could take my time to build it out instead of trying to repair/retrofit the current structure. Whatever you decide though, looking forward to watching the journey!

[@adriancox-thesantjordigolf3646]

I would cement a Foundation to give you a solid base . Then with the Stability around the base. I would support the walls with some very nice vertical logging. To make it look Safe And Sound.

[@kurtz260]

First thing i would do....add some 1" insulation over the osb, cover it in tyvek wrap and reside it with wood or cement siding (hardi board). I like hardiboard because its almost totally impervious to fire

[@teddysmith457]

First thing that I would do would be to waterproof the outside of that cabin. Whatever that means, I guess it person can go over the top of the existing OSB with new OSB , but stand it all up so that all the butts lineup and do it board and batten style outside wall. I guess person could just get some Tyvek and go around the complete outside of the cabin and then get and do all the outside again with more OSB lining it all up standing it up so that you can do a board and batten style

[@richardmetivier1732]

Love your Chanel. I'm a french canadian from Quebec City. I'm turning 59 years old tommorow. I'm very happy for you. Live your dream. I always dreaming if having a land with a cabin. Finally two years again bought a little place with a tiny tiny cabin. Was it perfect, no, but it was perfect for me. That's the most important thing to remember. Enjoy and i'm very exciting to continue to follow you for years to come 😊

[@Bricksty]

This has been my comfort channel over the past 3 years and it warms my heart to see you live out the dream. So happy for you brother!

[@holly-jane9255]

Jay, I’m so delighted for you both and if you EVER doubt that you are doing the right thing, just replay this and look at your face as you talk about the opportunities of your new cabin - you look delighted!! I wish you every happiness and I’m so looking forward to the progress and I just love your tent. All the very best and most of all ENJOY your adventure.

[@FixitFrank]

It doesnt matter how many channels are doing it. You're the only Jay Legere doing it and I watch for you. I'd watch you change oil in an old chevy.

[@jaylegere]

Hahah

[@debbiemcclure2874]

Im going to miss the tent videos😢. I guess I would gut what needs to be gutted and make it my own. I mean, if its a sound structure i don't see the point in leveling it and building a new cabin, thats way to much work. Looking forward to seeing what you do with it. Tyfs God bless you

[@jamesnauman3402]

1st thing clean it all out! Then finish the outhouse

[@justingonzalez9854]

I've been following along for what seems like a few years. All the tent videos were cool. Dealing with the cold machines firewood all the elements. Always cool to see a channel grow. Cheese from MICHIGAN

[@WJSpies]

The fact Jay's from Labrador says volumes.

[@mikefell5937]

Congratulations! Live your dream and let others live vicariously through you

[@mikepauly4855]

First thing I would do is go out and enjoy the feeling of owning a beautiful cabin good luck Crystal and Jay

[@brett76544]

Just think about all the work that has to be done. That is a ton of content to make. Still the painted OSB siding is not optimal. Maybe some tar paper or other moisture barrier and metal or other types of panels. Even those 2 ft by 50 ft rolls would be good and easy to transport in a boat or behind in a sled during the winter. A little thin, but would keep the weather off the OSB. Then there is the old rolled roofing, but that does have a shelf life when used as siding.

[@davidcialini79]

Rewatched some of these old videos…. You’ve done so much!! How glad are you now that you did it looking back!?!?😊

[@FarfarHolmberg]

Interesting project - a suggestion, however, is that you bring a structural engineer who can advise if it is better to demolish and build a new one or to renovate the house. In the video, it looks like it needs a very extensive refurbishment that costs a lot of money. It is probably not obviously cheaper to renovate! You will need a substantial budget either way.

[@robs9023]

This is going to be great! We all enjoy your honesty.

[@daveg4353]

at my cabin, I do almost all the work myself and it’s just trial and error. For some reason, I feel much more comfortable doing it up at my cabin than I would on my own house that I live in. I don’t know if yours is a log cabin but the nice thing about log cabins is you do not have to look for studs, the entire Cabin is one big stud

[@bwillan]

Congrats on the purchase of that cabin. I would set up one of your hot tents on that site so you have a shelter to stay in while you work on that cabin. I would still tear it down and build something else. That cabin foot print is tiny. Your canvas hot tent has more space. A geodesic dome structure would be awesome. They can be purchased in kit form or you can buy plans and build the panels yourself.

[@davidsimon6011]

This probably sounds like Common sense to most....:) I personally would take care of the Basics first like make whats there already functional and maybe a little better. Get Ready for Winter #1....:) See how things function, because you'll probably change your mind a thousand times as you get the Feel for what works and what doesn't and than expand on that. Remember 5 years when your busy goes by Fast.... So, Enjoy the Cabin as your fixing it up because anything can happen....:) Last thing is be Flexible....:) God Bless....❤

[@Andy-4342]

You gotta know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em, know when to walk away, and know when to run. It sounds like you have found a way to realize your dream, so go for it!

[@daveg4353]

A simple on-demand rv water pump and accumulator tank and filter along with a 12 V deep cycle battery is a great way to give yourself running water. charge the battery with a simple solar setup

[@ernie898]

I think with this cabin. Think your get more followers because of the new cabin can’t wait to see the new cabin. I think I would tare it down and build it brand new make sure it’s your new version. But not everyone has the money to rebuild . But it would be me doing it all new and a bit bigger as well with all that space as well

[@jarred8733]

The people that are saying tear it down are probably Americans under the impression you were buying the land and not leasing it. I'd say the same thing if you were buying the land, Canada has different laws and regulations for stuff... so if there's a possibility of not owning the land or getting pushed off I wouldn't sink too much money into it. Just enjoy it at that point.

[@brucereynolds2934]

The first thing I would do is make a better stove and wood storage area and then enjoy the view.

[@Instigator98]

Good move, Jay. Worry about getting it fully weather-tight first. Everything else will come together at the right time.

[@truckerdaddy-akajohninqueb4793]

I'm only worried about the quality of material. A fixer-upper, sure. I understand the lease problem. Same problem in Newfoundland.

[@terizumbusch8408]

You don't need to replace the siding. Just cover it with something to make it look different if you want to. It doesn't matter if anybody else wants Jay, it matters what you want. Be excited don't feel like you gotta explain it to anybody, And have a blast. Happy for you, God bless you❤

[@tanyaa6452]

Congrats, Jay. You are making your dream a reality and that takes courage and fortitude. The area is picture postcard perfect and appears to be your slice of heaven. Thanks for sharing with us and look forward to seeing more!

[@starduster6687]

I like your idea, wish I was 20 years younger. This is your dream home,and make it what you want! I had fixed up a 680 sq ft cabin 20 years ago, a with added a vapor barrier over the old flat siding, putting half log siding on the outside, and a thin paneling inside, found rocks I split cemented on chicken wire for entry half way up, and around foundation. I used what resources I had on the property. I sold it for 20 k more than I paid for it and put $5k into it, doing all the work myself. I was 50 at the time. I got at larger "cottage in the wilderness to fix up after I sold it. Good luck!

[@jamesread11]

Hey jay, I was saying I thought it looked run down, and too much work, but the lease wait puts a massive change on things so it’s good u went for it

[@fionadavies7217]

This is a fantastic opportunity can't wait to follow your progress I can see your vision

[@virginiawestcot3111]

Congrats!! I would insulate get a good heating stove put protective metal under and around the stove use Jackery solar for my first few improvements

[@gordoncook7613]

Yup, I agree with a lot of the comments. Don't worry about the doers. I would get it sealed up better for winter and leave the osb house wrap it and siding. Board and batten or something on that line. Congrats, and I look forward to the restoration of the cabin and to see Jerry's stove in there!! 😁👍

[@stephanelachance6195]

Hi Jay !! Congratulations for the move. Will absolutely follow this new project. You have the most important things....the lease and an already built cabine. The rest is just improvements. Take care !!

[@kater.7563]

This is super good news! May you enjoy it for many decades to come. Quick bang for your buck: use removable self adhesive backed wallpaper (cheap) to cover the plywood on the inside and make it feel more home like. Thousands of designs from faux leather, to solids, to wood grains, to elegant damasks. Super easy to install. Just peel off the backing and stick it up. Removable so you can easily reposition it if needed.

[@richardthomas1743]

WOO HOOO! YAY! Good for you and Crystal! I think that it is AWESOME! Congratulations!! 🎉🎊✨👍👍👍👍👍

[@coreyhitchcock7039]

Congratulations! You are fulfilling dreams and inspiring more people than you can possibly imagine. Thank you for being a kind creator who has a heart of gold. Looking forward to seeing what the future holds.

[@eliworley6804]

Jay I love watching all you do. I will sure miss the tent . I have watched you build it and growing. That awesome stove Jerry built will be perfect in the cabin. The barrel stove can go back in the tent so we can go back from time to time. Let's don't abandon it.

[@BartBuzz]

Congratulations and good luck! Your reasons for doing this and not waiting make a lot of sense. You could be waiting a long time for another chance based on the circumstances. So, we'll have a lot of fun watching you transform this cabin into your vision. Be safe and watch out for those bears!

[@carolreiter6157]

Congratulations on your new cabin Jay & Crystal. Make it your own. You can always add on and keep the bedroom at a lower level for Crystal and keep upper loft for storage. Beautiful view

[@garyfairbrother5532]

My first step would be to figure a way to put a sturdy foundation under it. I’d raise the carcass up about a foot with railroad jacks, temporarily support it with more blocking and ground permitting dig footings for a piling based foundation and then let it down and fasten it on the new platform. The crawl space will be helpful for sheltered storage and also convenient for upgrading utilities.

[@MrsRobinson0741]

I feel so cozy & warm when you finally get your cabin/tent warm in those freezing temperatures and I cannot wait to see how warm your new place gets & how quick, and then how long it lasts!! Patiently waiting 🤪😜

[@shaunrock8695]

Do what makes you happy, don’t forget to keep those original camp videos too, watching you camping is relaxing

[@reginaldwinsor2759]

Go for it, we are only going this way once as far as we know. The outside fiberboard is fine. You need to wrap it with house wrap & seal all the seams with tuck tape. I would then put a good siding material on that. An anchoring system is doable. Lots of good ideas on you tube.

[@maryq4546]

I am so happy for you and Crystal. I think you made the right decision. You can’t beat that view and the cabin is really cute. Once you put your mark on it it’s going to be amazing and I know Crystal also will do a great job. Congratulations to you both! I cannot wait to see the videos of you fixing it up! Enjoy!

[@jeantaylor824]

Congrates Jay

[@ryanmartie1244]

I'm excited for the both of you! I also admire you throwing your lack of knowledge and skill out there not pretending to be something you're not. Try, make mistakes and learn. Definitely looking forward to the future videos!

[@gus1537]

If you handle the cabin like you do with the tent you will be AOK. Love your pup already and of course who doesn't love to see Crystal, go big guy''

[@janinewelle4429]

Congratulations now you can do what you feel is right for you and crystal and family go with your gut feeling 👍💖❤️🇺🇸

[@darcybaker615]

My husband says the first thing he would do is fix up the outhouse and I agree!! Go for it and have fun!

[@pamelaspurrell8067]

Yeah, there's a lot of difference in the weight of snow up there than here in Newfoundland and other places......where it's so cold up there, the snow is lighter. Congratulations Jay!!!!❤

[@michaelmclaughlin3018]

Brilliant…. Delighted you done it and no-one deserves it more than you ! My wife and I have loved your films for years…. Sending you all the best luck of the Irish ☘️ :-) Go for it and don’t look back… look forward following you on the journey. Keep it up and keep stepping forward !!!! 👍🏼 congrats 👏🏻 👏🏻

[@cleocat1763]

You do what you want. Don't let others discourage you. If you want that cabin, GET IT!! I would build a set of steps for the upstairs loft. I would also put some windows in the upstairs. Windows that open so you can get out on the roof.

[@unluckydiablo9502]

Jay, I've built 2 houses with my friends (from pouring the slab, to cutting all the lumber on our own saw mill that we just got up and running again and placed it over the last few days.), and if I can ever afford some land, I'll be building my home place. I'm psyched to see you doing this, its work, but it is VERY doable, even by every day people like ourselves. I'd love to help with any information I can provide, and can certainly give some advice. Enjoy this new adventure, and don't be hesitant to reach out from those of us who have done a lot of building before. I'm excited for your next adventure!

[@Lazzar1958]

Personally, I would have gone for it too! Half the satisfaction is renovating & improving it as required. Your roof expanse isn't over a large area, such as a standard home, however there are online snow load calculators for roofs which are a great guideline to ensure you have more than enough support. 👍

[@marymanning2166]

Congrats on your purchase. Your right, it's going to take alot of work to fix that cabin but if your happy, that's what counts.🎉 again, Congrats 👏 💖

[@suebrown3465]

You did it! The ladder is a big ..nope It would be nice to see a floor plan of the cabin now and your thoughts on what you would change or add Board and batten is a nice siding finish or cedar shakes but that’s further down the road Looking forward to seeing videos of the transformation! Take care 🇨🇦❤️

[@Phscydin]

Jefferson stairs to access your loft would work well in the limited space. Looking forward to watching you fumble, fall, fail, learn, overcome and succeed!! Congrats on the cabin!

[@itsanorristhing3825]

You got this !!!! If the cabin has some good bones then do it up! Some people are negative Nancy's because they want what you're doing but do not have the guts to pull the trigger! I am personal excited on this new venture and hope Crystal will be on more! Congratulations!!

[@steveandjacquie]

Congrats! We bought a pig in a poke of a cabin and totally rebuilt it. Loved every step of the process. Wish we had documented it on film. Good luck . Enjoy it!

[@jacquesraymond6892]

At first you had a dream. Now you achived that dream with a vision. Do not underestimate the power of your thinking and visualisation. Go for it and stay confident. Concerning the outside walls. I don't think you need to change any panels. Just put on some TYVEK membrane and some vinyl siding.

[@elmermason9685]

Congratulations on your fixer upper cabin. This is what you have wanted for years. Put a little sweat equity in it and it will be well worth it. My wife and I bought a camp in northern Pennsylvania 11 years ago that needed lots of love and we gave it just that and it was worth every sore back and dollar. I wish you lots of luck with everything. Looking forward to the videos to come.

[@heathergraham5566]

Way to go Jay!! This is so exciting. It's not your primary residence, it's a cabin. Should be a little rough. I'd work on bear proofing it. The windows, put shutters on them. Bar on the door. Then, have fun.

[@geraldinebrooks7660]

What I would do, is definitely go up there for a weekend in negative weather and fully spend time writing down what needs to be fixed and what you want to fix and the cons of everything. And then go home and make a game plan and fix it up. I am very happy for you 💜

[@JScott155]

Congrats Jay, the lease alone is worth it in this area. Cabin looks great put your own touch on it. First thing you need to do is crack a cold drink and sit back and take it all in, and enjoy. Tons of Burbot, white fish, trout and pike in that lake. Fresh burbot dipped in garlic butter 👌

[@Justin_Yu]

Can't wait to see what you have plan for this cabin!

[@michaelcoghlan5521]

It’s a terrific idea. I’ve built 3 cabins and I have to admit that the ‘rebuild’ cabin worked out to be more challenging than the two new-builds but you will have a great time doing it and I look forward to following along. Good luck!!!

[@sallycyprys7453]

Well done, enjoy the adventure of learning, building, making mistakes, that is what it is all about, looking forward to watching you and crystal 🤗🌼 ,

[@johnkuiper8907]

I will be looking forward to watching you build out that cabin, to be what you dream of !!! Don’t worry about what others think, you just do you !!!!

[@jasongentle6446]

It will be good viewing over coming winter watching you doing it up 👍👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@superiorstateoutdoors]

Hell yes Jay! A cabin is always the goal of an outdoorsman!

[@BigB1974]

Congratulations on the cabin. Great videos.

[@dancarrasco2310]

Jay , To hear & see the excitment in your voice and face should tell you that this is the right decision.. There is nothing better than challenging yourself and succeding !!! And what someone else may see as a failure in my book, is still a huge win! I wish you the best and look forward to seeing the results !!

[@carmencolon5647]

Wow, I'm so happy for you. The determination, excitement and joy in you ; will keep you're viewers in tune ; Go for it , I'll be watching. I love the view you have ; that alone is worth buying the cabin just stunning. Good luck 😊

[@DanielK-w1g]

Hey Jay! I’ve been following your channel for a while now and really enjoy your content. I also purchase a vacant land property just north of Muskoka in Ontario. It’s a water access only, and needs a boat to access as well. When I purchased the property 5 years ago, I can’t tell you how many people said it was a bad idea, waste of money or any other negative comments. I can tell you it was one of the best investments I’ve ever made! It’s a lot of work but the satisfaction in seeing all the progress and memories i’ve had in building my cabin is simply priceless. Now the same people who doubted my decision, have done a full 180, and love my property now. I feel that the same thing will happen, your property is beautiful, remote and a diamond in the rough! Keep dreaming big and looking forward to seeing your future progress.

[@steddyk]

The cabin is not that bad. The patio on top is what I was thinking when you guys were on the roof. Looking forward to you guys making it your own!

[@colleencomeau-edison7625]

How exciting for you and Crystal. Cabin life is the best. My husband and I actually got married 20 years ago at his cabin. Enjoy Enjoy Enjoy your new cabin life.

[@Stinger9516]

Congrats Jay! You will make that cabin your own. You can make it up THE WAY YOU WANT! Good luck!

[@virginiamaness4597]

I'm definitely going to watch. My joy is watching "kyles cabin" and he's building and renovating and I'm loving it. He's sort of finished and I'm happy you can transition me to a familiar face and seeing someone doing what I'm too old to do. I'm living vicariously these days, so go on, entertain me. Live your dream!!!