Tiny Homes Tour $13,000 USD Samui Thailand

[@MatthewKanwisher]

7min to start video what a waste of time

[@SideTripLife]

Sorry bout that. EDIT: fair comment in retrospect, particularly for non-members who came just to see the Tiny Homes. Will add a chapter fast fwd to actual homes tour which begins @ 6:45 STL

[@grantgallovitch2364]

@@SideTripLife I enjoyed the whole video, STL.

[@richardblaser4941]

I was in Samui in 85. No airport, no , no Stress, no nothing . Just beautifullllll.....

[@thegeneral1469]

How much was a beer?, do you remember? ...i was there in 2007, it was good, went back in 2016, definitely wasn't the same

[@WadersInAlaska]

That property has fantastic views!! The little houses would be great for weekend bungalows or possibly a week's use. Great idea to group them along a property with a good view and rent them out. Great video and really liked the interaction with the owner. He seemed to be really a nice guy! I wish him the best of luck with his tiny home venture. Cheers from Alaska!!

[@daveramm43]

That was fascinating, I can really see a market for those tiny-homes ,minimalism is really catching on now and homes like these are the next game changer.

[@ThrivingNotDying]

Oh the views were beautiful! And so were the tiny homes. I miss Thailand! Look forward to visiting again in the future.

[@followhannesw]

Dear SideTripeLife - Of course, Koh Samui was different when I first got there in 1983 (as a young guy !?) after a difficult journey. The last time it was a bit more comfortable: With the ferry from Don Sak to Nathon (I think it was the Lipa Noi Pier a little further south) and back to the mainland with the monopoly Bangkok Air. Overpriced, but the Samui airport was for me at that time the most beautiful in the world! And the start next to the big Buddha was amazing. If I look at this now as a somewhat aged man I have to say: Koh Samui is still worth a trip and still has a tropical flair. Nice video - Let's go. hannes w.

[@pqhou2857]

Thank you for the videos. Been following and miss every bit of it at this time. You blesses us with simplest joy just by watching. Thank you 😊

[@nicholashuth9233]

Mate, loved this clip, will def go check this tiny homes business out, will be in koh samui soon

[@randyl7354]

I’m so impressed. I’m thinking of retiring to Thailand. A tiny house might be the way to go. I’ve been see lots of condos & villas but a tiny house. Outstanding! I’m happy your a Canadian I truly appreciate the view from a fellow countryman. At that price I could live in Bangkok & have a get away cabin sort of speak.

[@lon5437]

I really love tiny homes. I built one myself and plan to retire in it. It's not a Thai beach, but it's mine! ❤

[@up2u162]

Cool vlog, interesting approach to the tiny home boom. Agree with you, insulation would be a must. Still, a good option for "settled" but mobile.

[@SideTripLife]

The insulation in the tropics debate is a long one but personally would err on the yes side. "Settled but mobile", when a girl asks my status next, I'll try that ;)

[@victorhausler4339]

Your videos are very nice and easy to follow. Keep it that way . Great

[@FOREIGNER2B]

Another great informational video my friend. I like the small houses but not my cup of tea. I think in some locations, a foreigner can have a 30 year lease on a small piece of land for maybe 200,000 baht. Long term, that will be much cheaper than paying 5,000 baht a month, of course this is only my opinion. Here in Prachuap Khiri, Khan land prices are much more expensive due to the location and proximity to the mountain and the sea. The further away, the cheaper the land. Stay safe!

[@SideTripLife]

Thanks, also for the local info Joe. Still wouldn't mind one of these on a cheap long term lease plot, or perhaps rent monthly (if someone made a tiny home park near Pkk for example ;););)

[@EarthCamper]

Enjoyed every minute of this video. Perfect buy 2or 3 of this n you have a big house which you can move ever 2-3 years may be .....cool idea

[@David-le7jy]

Those tiny homes are lovely - needs to be more of this in the UK without all the red tape. Loved this series on Tao Phangnan and Samui - cant wait to get back soon!!

[@SideTripLife]

Cheers David! Hope you and all can start to return & in the not too distant future. Better days ahead!

[@BarefootJeff]

Love this idea 💡 thanks for sharing it. I will have to visit once things open back up

[@ricocelli1]

Awesome Video St..congrats on the new business venture..I think you are on to something..

[@SideTripLife]

Thanks Ricardo! I had put the project on hold due to 'the thing' but it's time to move forward. It's been a bigger investment in time and $$ than planned but I have a big vision for this and I'm determined to make it happen. Hope some will find it useful. Cheers!

[@bil2ab]

Thanks for sharing! Amazing location!

[@wanaraz]

Tiny home seemed expensive for Thailand. Anyway Samui and Phangan are my two favorites. I loved the boxing there in Samui. Phangan was my favorite. We stayed in a village in the back of the island and I must say one of my best experiences of my life with my wife. I love Thai people and I love Thailand. I highly recommend people visit there. We were there 2017/2018.

[@SideTripLife]

Thx for the comments and for sharing memories. Prices seemed ok to me? I think he said 25 sqm/270 Sq F incl upstairs loft space = approx $50 Sq F / $520 Sq M / 16,000 Baht Sq M. Lucky to build even a basic home in the West for under $100 Sq F.. Also tough to get a mediocre condo build here for less than 45,000 baht Sq M. Absolutely LOVED Phangan! Was just there, stayed at Sri Thanu area. Will definitely return, can't stop thinking about it and the people were wonderful too: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWHcYWWbhNmsnKc

[@adventurewithbernie]

What a great video, from all aspects. I am endeavouring to embark on the Tiny House ride in Australia. Currently searching for a nice piece of land in the country. Been to Thailand many times but never to those particular islands, will return again once the "thing" problem is resolved 🙏

[@thethairishsun]

Cheers I'll be looking into this thanks

[@HAMAKUA-FOSTER]

Wow! 20 years ago the island was SOOOOOOOO, SOOOOOOOO, SOOOOOOOO MUCH NICER!!!!!

[@SideTripLife]

So was Hawaii and many other places but then more people came ;)

[@HAMAKUA-FOSTER]

@@SideTripLife TRUE, TRUE, TRUE!!! But thankfully, my home in Hawaii (the Big Island) is still relatively small in population (The guess is, about 100,000-ish) compared to the size of the island. Which is a really good thing! But again, what you said, is still 100% TRUE!!! And Thailand, more specifically, southern Thailand, and Hawaii, are my 2 favorite places on earth! I LOVE them both! Have a lovely day! 🤙🏾

[@seashell4327]

Wow, gives a person a few ideas, don't they? I really enjoyed Cha'am area and look forward to visiting more of the locale when can get back. Then, I will be doing such with an eye out for your tiny house in Prachuap 😉

[@antruok4950]

Luv the tinys - super practical - Enjoyed the video - Thanks STL

[@SideTripLife]

Thanks Ant! I love the tiny homes too!

[@rudihenry5298]

These kind of tiny homes in Thailand are ovens. An acquaintance has a new beach-resort on the mainland with converted sea containers, no possible to go inside without airconditioning.

[@joelmonkley6177]

Sea breezes solve problems open windows

[@bridgetb9270]

Wow they actually look pretty awesome

[@adisornpolsaen6244]

Very good and love this tiny home

[@propellerhead2000]

Great vid. My wife just acquired 2 rai in Khan Kradai one train stop north of Prachuap Khiri Khan town. A tiny home/bungalow park is one concept being studied for development.

[@BarefootJeff]

I might be interested in renting a long term lot from you and putting a tiny home on it. Ill be in the area in October and part of November to talk further if you are still thinking of doing this.

[@TylanderPromputra]

This is very beautiful tiny house.

[@ragstir]

Great vid , good too see what's going on in Samui , spent alot of time there staying mainly in Lamai good 15 years ago now ,returned many times to holiday since . Where do you live in BKK ? ,loved that city lived there for 12 moths around the time of the red shirts Thaksin etc in Rama 3 area , scorching hot days ,traffic & coffee in Terminal 21 , can't wait to return 👌👍

[@robbielittle52]

Thanks mate ...when this “Thing”is over and i can get back i will buy you a very big beer. RobNoi

[@SideTripLife]

Cheers Rob!

[@NickyDunn]

Good Video. Thanks for sharing.

[@SideTripLife]

Thanks Nicky :)

[@dcgallin]

Would much rather have a an old-fashioned hut...

[@ItsThaithings]

Omg.. i love your reggae background ❤️

[@familymart9778]

Another awesome video many thanks once again and yes have subscribed to your new channel. 👍😁

[@SideTripLife]

@Family Mart Thank you!

[@DailyMynt]

The reason tiny homes don’t seem to really work in the US is because of regulations. In New York for instance they have regulations on how far a door has to be from things and even more stipulations, making the design of smaller apartments near impossible.

[@noiharling8517]

Hi I love your video I would like to move to Thailand when you show the tiny little house enough for me love it thank you.

[@greencraig8570]

You could easily put one of those in a cargo container and send it home.

[@SideTripLife]

Yep prob

[@03tifftiff]

Awesome video !!

[@TheEndlessVoyage]

I love this!

[@breckon06]

Enjoying the videos man, pretty relaxed way of going about maybe it's just your accent :)

[@SideTripLife]

Thanks eh (accent made in Canada, family roots UK;)

[@breckon06]

@@SideTripLife didn't know that, interesting to know man, I'm from UK saved up to travel last march got a few days in Krabi before due to travel insurance had to head back, your keeping my spirits up until I'm back, cheers :)

[@Furdoo]

Thanks!

[@eduardochavacano]

I love the video. Just a real traveler and not those videos just trying to horde subscribers by pretending to be so enthusiastic about places. Thailand is just so beautiful... But lately, I might prefer Vietnam.... But Its the Tiny Home which the star of the video.

[@BarefootJeff]

I guess he took his website down on the Tiny House? I wonder if he will still build?

[@BarefootJeff]

I see your message below. Glad he is well.

[@kimberlylani4741]

Unbelievable. 🙌🏽🤩🤩🤩❤️

[@zeftex]

👍🇨🇦☃️good videos will visit thailand when its possible

[@GarethHailes]

I think they look great for the price.

[@SideTripLife]

Thanks Gareth. They'd sure suit me fine under a coconut tree somewhere ;)

[@membear]

I can tell you are Canadian the way you said web "project".

[@SideTripLife]

Thanks eh;)

[@redlightron]

Does he rent those out there on his land without a purchase?

[@SideTripLife]

That land is amazing, what an idyllic backdrop. Unfortunately he said no land leases at his place but was in discussions with a neighbour to possibly do so. Also mentioned a few areas around the island with tiny homes.

[@csabo1725]

Hacienda is charging 1400 a night? Coulda stayed at Shasa for that much and had a luxury condo layout and sea view with the whole resort to yourself! Best part of the island is the south and south west. Those tiny homes must be right near my gym.

[@SideTripLife]

Paid 800 actually (backside room, multi night discount as well). In 'normal' times same starts around 1400 apparently. Love being right in Fisherman's Village, easy to walk anywhere, all the cafes, plus lovely beach etc etc. ShaSa Resort looks fantastic too, perhaps better for those wanting a more quiet retreat down Laem Set way. Maybe next time. Cheers

[@lilsnoopydog]

Wheres the link from the tiny houses?

[@SideTripLife]

Sorry Henk, thought I put it in the description. Here it is: www.tinyhousesamui.com/ Also, wish they had this unit on my visit: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6OWXmWXqqljnq8 And here's one being moved: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKGlpYKqYqd5n6c

[@bitsurfer0101]

Can you boost the volume of your voice so that it is more closely matched to the music? I find myself constantly raising and lowering the volume.

[@DarkstarDarth]

Location location location👌🏼

[@Ronald_Jon]

I love tiny homes, and initially I thought it was 400K for the tiny home on the beach front property, but 400K just for the tiny home and you still need to supply the land, that's really not worth it, at least from my research on building homes in Thailand.

[@SideTripLife]

RJ, if you know a place on a beachfront in Thailand with tiny houses for sale including the land for 400K/$13,000 USD please reserve all they have avail for me lol. Seriously though, I think you 're saying one can build a basic home for similar or at least under 20k USD and find some similarly cheap land to build on. Sure, absolutely doable.

[@banagan4604]

What about the toilet and shower? All plumbed in properly?

[@SideTripLife]

The one's viewed were all plumbed in. However, best ask if it's included in a basic build first to be sure: www.tinyhousesamui.com

[@TravelTourTaste]

Hello we hope all is well . what a great Idea so are you telling us we can come to Thailand . Buy a tiny house for around 10k and then have that view for an extra £120 a year ? please tell us we are correct ? lol Love and Light Sarah and Glenn

[@SideTripLife]

Hi, thanks for your query. Definitely not recommending anyone buy anything. Best to check out all aspects thoroughly and in person before any consideration. Also usually recommend firstly renting a place for a few months to see if living here suits one's lifestyle. In this case, one would also have to look at leasing a land plot. He said his land is not available but some buyers had found other suitable plots at good prices (but this takes a lot of looking). Also, if not off-grid must look for a plot with services. Then there's visa's to consider. If over 50 a retirement visa, under 50 longer term visas are difficult, some do a 'study' visa but that's been tightened as well. The other options are form a Co Ltd and get a biz visa, also tightened, or an 'elite' visa, costly. So, as much as it perhaps looks like a potentially viable and cheap alternative lifestyle, lots to consider beforehand.

[@tedrick4713]

Very good.....thanks

[@tylordid2695]

They use OSB in 80% humidity. WOW that is a huge mistake.

[@SideTripLife]

Apparently that's what the customer chose. Can choose from a variety of materials. OSB is better than plywood at least as the wood strands are bonded by resins & panel then coated with laminate. Note another unit had gypsum board (sorry, not shown) and it appears also on the 1st one shown, plus some poly materials.

[@sowetorecreationalvehicles7658]

Don't mind long vid... wanna see more

[@responsor]

where is the project?)

[@SideTripLife]

In final testing, announcement imminent. Will update very soon

[@perets006]

@@SideTripLife awaiting update

[@perets006]

@@SideTripLife osb panel is not good for health

[@SideTripLife]

Pls pardon the delay as I've been away on the road for a few weeks. However, should be ready very soon. Thanks for your interest.

[@ЮрийСАХАЛИН-о3ю]

Greetings from Russia, Sakhalin Island. Thank you for the video. My little request - is it possible to make subtitles on black background?

[@SideTripLife]

Thank you for your request and hello there on Sakhalin Island! My current editing program (imovie lol;) doesn't have that option unfortunately. But it's about time I upgraded to Final Cut Pro so please stay tuned for future vids.

[@ЮрийСАХАЛИН-о3ю]

@@SideTripLife Thank you!

[@filippodibari]

hello - i am a nutritionist working for development programme and i saw your video. Thanks. I am moving into Bgk soon. Please can you put me in contact with people who can help me to find a tiny house in Bgk? Possibly in ARI BTS area?

[@ras9875]

Does it have ac

[@SideTripLife]

Doesn't come with but can buy a new 12000 BTU split a/c for 12,000 baht / $400 these days or a 9000 BTU one for less.

[@geminibull888]

Integrate these mobile homes with Tesla’s power wall and solar cells.

[@SideTripLife]

Now Jack's got the right idea! Plus add Tesla (or other) solar roof tiles. The largest global disruption since the smartphone is underway and many seem oblivious that EVERYTHING is going to change (and sooner than most think). I try to talk about some of it in the following vid but again, few were interested to view (make a vid with beers n butts BOOM, make a vid with helpful info and BUST lol;) Anyways if any would like to see (or zzzz;), here it is: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKDGdK2kgZx2d7M

[@gusbilly]

Can this withstand a hurricane?

[@SideTripLife]

Yes and also asteroids (lol;) Joking obviously, suffice to say it 'may' survive a hurricane but either in many pieces or end up miles from original location. Ok joking aside, the commenter is likely aware there are indeed some tiny homes which are designed to withstand hurricanes.Google: 'hurricane proof tiny homes'. Unfortunately I doubt that these are that variety.

[@dianadiamond9145]

Nice!

[@Kevin-zz9nc]

Yeah mon. Music of Ja' People!!! You on the wrong island bro....

[@chanzhao3379]

i can see myself buy three of them.

[@iamvincentsongs]

Is he still operating?

[@SideTripLife]

Was just on Samui again recently and contacted Ray to say hi. He said he's well but biz slow with the global event, of course. Can contact Ray via emal: tinyhousesamui(at)gmail

[@AnnaEremina-WalksInThailand]

I am not sure if this type of business will be successful in Thailand. Here on Koh Samui, houses/villas with a private pool, the cost starts from 3 million baht ( 100 000$). A villa 50 meters from Lipa Noi Beach can be bought for 6 million baht (200 000$) freeholder type of property. If not need to be on the beach all the time, the prices for the property really low compared to the European level of life.

[@SideTripLife]

Sounds great! Part of the attraction to tiny homes is living a minimalist lifestyle, having a smaller footprint and ability to 'up sticks' (with your abode;). Anyways, each to their own, good to have options.

[@XXequals.y]

I knew JESUS wasn't real that music 🤣

[@captainkavi]

fishermans village is normally horrendous when there are visitors, far too busy and overpriced and its all fake.. strange to see it looking so quiet. the south of the island is by far the nicest part of samui now

[@hasanboysan]

👌

[@muhammadalkreem9566]

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@andreaskesler9622]

Nicht sehr gross,aber die Lage ist super .Ich war schon oft dort.Ein kleiner Geheimtipp.

[@ashamon99]

Definitely not for me. Love space, any large open spaces. My mind goes: 'Small thinking, small house'. Last time was in samui in 2013, just before Malaysia stopped direct flights. Mississauga girl here.p

[@fatpizza482]

Tsumami?

[@SideTripLife]

Well, there's yet another advantage of having a moveable home, not feeling secure in your location? Just move it! Actually the Gulf Of Thailand areas (East coast) are less likely to suffer a Tsunami. There is a subduction zone off the East Philippines coast but it's far less active than the one in the Java/Sundai trench. But really, at the end of the day one cannot live under a bed so to speak worrying about every possible scenario.... (or, just add inflatable rings around your tiny home, sorted;)

[@fatpizza482]

@@SideTripLife Thats a good point. Those things would get washed away pretty easily, if it ever got caught up in one.

[@maverickflint1991]

Would like to buy a tiny home and a piece of property for $20k or less.

[@maverickflint1991]

Hello. Interested in one of the tiny homes there. Can you or someone let me know how to buy one and find a piece of property close or right on the beach for $20,000. If can help DM me or let me know who I need to get in contact with. Thanks and have a blessed day.🙂👍🙏

[@erikakjoanw1]

@martinflint5344 I can help you if you need more info with the builder and architect. I’m working with them presently.

[@Momabear1]

It would be nicer without all of the tourists!!!!

[@SideTripLife]

Aye, it really was...

[@maumorris8610]

Stop building its too full already

[@may-maytanymaytany_s3417]

Loose the music,yike 😂 super annoying.

[@SideTripLife]

lol, k

[@laotouaxiong]

That’s a scary investment. Could get wipe out by a tsunami

[@SideTripLife]

Nearest quake fault line to the East coast of Thailand is on the other side of the Philippines. One could also worry about asteroids (or dams in Laos etc etc ;) but at the end of the day best to live life

[@laotouaxiong]

@@SideTripLife you do what’s best for you. It’s just what I’m saying.

[@JJ38255]

Don't think a Tsunami is very likely. Would be more worried about Typhoons. The thing is so light and tall, some serious wind hitting it just right could flip it over lol. Or it could run a tree branch right through your window. No where to hide. But easy to board up the whole thing in such a small space.

[@olgaolga3292]

You don't have to be silly just because you are not smart. No tsunami on this side of Thailand.

[@glenharris9775]

Talks and says very little.Shoot me.Get it over with.

[@Momabear1]

Love this!

[@SideTripLife]

Thanks! I love tiny homes too :)