MAY all your dreams come true, I'm from England myself moved to Tipperary 6years ago, purchased a property that had sat empty for 8 years. Many local farmers welcomed me to there village and expressed their relief that the property was finally being occupied . One thing I did find out very quickly is the Irish people are beautiful from the inside out, Fit into there way of life and be part of the community and you will find you have amazing people supporting you every step you take. If you're moving into a farming community respect there way of life and remember there not cutting hay at 10 ,o'clock at night to annoy you its because they have to work with the weather. A farmer would rather be at home with his family just as we are.
Yes i totally agree with the fit in attitude,I'm Irish and I know we have our own way,it can be different,or seem wrong,but do your boss to go with the flow,and you'll fit in ok.
I find that encouraging. I've been wanting to make the move and my parents are adamant that the Irish will never accept me and that it will be a very isolated life.
As an Australian living in Ireland, I also find the Irish very welcoming. I lived in England for 2 years back in the 90s and found that the English were mostly uninterested in Australia. By contrast, the Irish want to know all about Australia, particularly as just about everyone you meet has a close relative living there. I find the Irish to have a strong sense of culture, are well informed and well travelled, and great conversationalists.
Hey brother, came across this channel yesterday and I'm already a huge fan. I'm 23 and want to be like you .I'm Just tired of westernized toxic & stressed out lifestyle. Please continue to share your knowledge with us. Thanks a lot!!!
Hi Daniel, and Hi Chris, if you see this. I'm from Dublin and still have a 9to5 job in Dublin. I'm not sure how much longer that is going to last.The older I get the less i like the city and the people. I bought an old house on just under an acre a few years ago in Co. Roscommon. Roscommon is a beautiful county, just west of the river Shannon. The county is full of lakes and tributaries of the Shannon. It is very popular with English people and lots of people from England have moved there. It's one of the cheapest counties in Ireland to buy houses and there are lots of old derelict houses. One of the reasons why English people love it is because it is so rural and quiet. The population of the entire county is about 65,000!! so there are far fewer people around than you will find in most of England. As Daniel says right of way is important, my solicitor had to deal with that when I bought. daft.ie is definitely the way to go. Water supply, electricity and septic tanks will all cost a lot of money if they're not already there. In my experience the soil is fertile and most things grow abundantly. There is a lot of rain in the winter and there can be considerable flooding so that is something that may need researching. Find somewhere on higher ground. £50,000 sterling will probably buy you a place but you will need more for renovations. In my experience internet connection is a bit haphazard. I would certainly recommend making the move. Daniel, what you're doing is great, Well Done. I'm also looking forward to seeing the cottage. Very Best Wishes, Patrick.
Hi Patrick, Daniel and of course Hi Mossy,Patrick I couldn't agree more, the older I get the more I dream of escaping the rat race and moving out to the middle of nowhere and living off the land, I too don't like people that much, prefer my two best furry friends. My worry and question to Daniel is how do you actually survive, if you don't work how do you afford to live and pay the bills? I could buy a cottage in working order on some land but my fear is when the money is spent on the house and there is a small amount of savings how do you get by if you don't work? How much is needed? I have minimal needs, I would grow my own food, I don't generally need materialistic stuff, but I worry about paying bills such as running a car, electricity, heating and rates, so Daniel, how do you do it??? I am a UK citizen and would love to live in Ireland but don't know how that works, whether I am allowed, whether I would get any financial support, if working is the pay the same or better/worse than the UK? Anyone out there know the answers I would love some feedback. To all out there take care and live happy.Kelly x
@Mejo Eh... this is true, certainly in the winter but then again most of central Ireland can be damp. The river Shannon has a mayor influence on this. On a positive note it is not damp at all at the moment.
@@kelleywake8234 Hi Kelley, Obviously I can't speak for Daniel but I think he is more or less off grid and growing a lot of what he eats so bills are minimal. Chickens and ducks also provide lots of eggs. There certainly has to be some form of income and even better if money can be generated from casual work or from selling produce. Running a car is going to be a huge expense. I don't think he has electricity or running water and there are no rates in Ireland. Heating is from logs and a woodburner. There is property tax but this would be minimal. Pay in Ireland is generally much better that the UK but not in all instances. Getting a job in isolated, rural Ireland may be a challenge. As an EU citizen you would have a lot of rights in Ireland but this may change radically after Brexit. You will need to do more research. Best of luck whatever you do. Patrick
We moved from the UK to Ireland , we bought a cottage in 2014' that hadn't been lived in for 10 years and used to come over for holidays until we could do the move. It takes time to renovate and make a home, but a beautiful place to live if you like the quiete and rural life, no regrets, in County Mayo, the west of Ireland 🦋🐝
Mayo around the Ox Mountains, Attymass Etc is full of such cottages up lonely lanes... sheltered by forest and fertile hills with microclimates and full of streams, perfect for such a lifestyle.
Living in Germany for around 20 years. Bought a derelict cottage in my home county Tipperary 3 years ago. Spent the last few winters there doing it up. Getting to the stage soon where I will be moving back full time. It's been an amazing experience. It's been tough. My advice to anyone doing the same is to prepare and embrace the struggle. It's all part of the fabric of the experience. Best of luck to all of you. When sitting under the 200 year old wooden beam of my ingelnook fireplace I know it's been all worth it.
@@lizburgessmb tbh i didnt bother with it. i realised that for what i am doing it would not be worth it. The costs go up when you get most grants as therefore you have to use very high end materials. I decided against it
How are gun laws and hunting in Ireland? I'm Catholic and a European through and through, but it seems that only certain corners of America and Canada offer good conditions for people who wish to live this type of lifestyle on a larger scale.
I am from the area you are in .....Mayo / Sligo border ....I think! Bit of advice for the guy with €50,000. Buy one of those ruins for about €10000. Knock it down lay a foundation slab and rebuild it exactly as it was size etc with the old stone. New electrics and plumbing good insulation and have a happy life. Old cottages are damp and generally in awful condition and will be an uncomfortable money pit. You can do that for total cost of €50,000 as long as you keep it simple and well built. if you can do work yourself ie build stone etc it will cost less again.
@Chango Chilemba Yeah that sounds like a good option too. I guess I am just in favour of starting from scratch with a new damp proofed slab so no rising damp and modern material / technology. If the building is small €50,000 Is a solid budget. of course getting someone to build with stone is more expensive and knocking down means planning applications You are right though all good ideas. One other thing try to get something with a septic tank already in place
Hello! from the Cork/Waterford border. I moved here in 2001 from Bedfordshire, with two kids, dog and cat, caravan and Landrover. I bought 15 acres and built my house single-handed (former builder). Kids now grown and back in the UK. Not many ruined cottages for sale here anymore but there are a few. Met my, now, wife at Lisdoonvarna! 13 years ago. Ran our place as a B&B for 10 years to earn more capital. As I type this we are shelling peas ready for blanching...happy days!! Best of luck with your continued efforts. Edit.- I imagine moving after any type pf Brexit will be slightly more complicated
A couple of weeks ago, I found your channel and I am very impressed with all that you've done in such a short time, and your descriptive videos that put viewers at ease. As a life-long gardener, I very much envy your lifestyle and life perspective. I rarely ever see or hear such a detailed almost philosophical approach to life. Your lifestyle exemplifies a life that many of us dream about, but rarely are brave enough to live it like you do. I have never been to Ireland and your descriptive videos has made me think about visiting Ireland and seeing its beautiful countryside. Thank you.
I love the very practical nature of your content. Your videos are different from a lot of other "homesteading type" videos in that you dont gloss over the cracks and issues that arise from such a big lifestyle change. I have defo found the content very helpful and realistic!
wow cant believe ive found this video... im about a year away from doing all this and your answering so many question we have...we shall watch your videos new and old... all the best in your life adventure
Gardens and chooks are many on youtube but renovation of a romantic cottages such as this very fews, you subcribtions will improve so the money for you even it will take years to renew, show this cottage you talk about never mind when you will renovate, if you want to improve your subscribtion, JUST A THOUGHT best of luck!
Just tuned into your channel today and have enjoyed the videos. My husband & I live in the foothills of N.C. in USA and the look here is very similar to your home in Ireland. After having our dna done, both of us are over 50% Irish and the rest English. So, we can see why our ancestors settled in this area by watching videos of your home there. Similar in look and seasons/weather. We have enjoyed building and learning skills, like you. So rewarding to be as self-sufficient as possible. Continued success and enjoyment to you! Thank you for sharing...
Thank you so much for this video, I'm currently busy with moving to Ireland together with my husband and 2 daughters. It's so stressful and your little chat really helps with reminding me that it is just a matter of persevering. We're moving to a small town just outside of Dublin and it's difficult sometimes to remind myself that as soon as we have a drivers license we will be able to buy a home in a more rural location. I've always wanted to move to the woods and mountains and have a simpler life that is just me, a veggie garden, some sheep and my family. Enjoy your summer and I hope to see your face on youtube again soon. :D
A Dubliner here. Lots of good information there for anyone thinking of doing what you have. A couple of extra things could be mentioned. If you have children, check out where the local school is and if there is convenient transport. Most schools here are run by religions so if you are an atheist you have to know that. Security, if you live alone out in the sticks, should be considered. We have had some elderly farmers living alone who were attacked and robbed - not an everyday occurrence, but it has happened, ask Mr. Google, he's your friend. Ask why the previous owner left, is the property now on a flood plain? Yes, people have bought houses and discovered too late that it floods during bad winters or bad summers. You can't look for a 'pretty property', YOU have to make it pretty. It's not all roses. YOU have to bring the roses! Would I like a lifestyle like Mossy's? Yes, but I'm cautious.
Thk you, I subscribed to your canal. I'm frm Germany my dad studied 54 Km frm London we lived in Essex when I was small I like London, Reading, Oxford & love West Ireland & Celtic Music & castle s & the old cottages! It s great that you' ve saved one. I truely admire you for plan ting veggies n fruit- + other trees on yr stoney windy field it s nice how you showed us how a chicken house shld be built, my dad also had chicken when we couldn't get meat regularly in late 1968. I helped him to look after them, my dad is a biologist frm Asia we lived on a stat. in the bush, we had scarey python snakes that came in to our big garden so our grass was cut short weekly. It s a pitty that yr cottage is in a bad state if you put in 2 extra windows & stabilise it on 4 sides frm floor to the roof with metall posts n also in the middle of the house. You can get students who help you 4 free. There s a guy, Shawn 43 yrs he s close to Toronto he built 2 wood Log Huts nearly by him self in the forest @ a lake he has bears on his land, he built a fire place in side & a big one for cooking with a wood roof & 1 extra bath room outside. He builds wood shelfs & furniture with simple tools instead of using a drill. He is nice he said on TH-cam that he will help ppl with his advice how to build houses & furniture etc by yourself. He hunts deer (what I don't like so much) & even in winter he makes holes in a frozzen lake Ontario & catches fish as he s 50 Km frm a town, he wants to supply himself with food. His reddish dog is Calli, Shawn sleeps in the loft of his hut if his friends come they bring some extra food in winter it gets up to -28 o Cel so he must ve enough food supply as fruit veggies & beans in glasses & now he has a freezer he has a few Solar panels that give him a lot of power 4 wifi. Maybe u can get some wood frm the forrest & frm old deserted cottages & old trees close 2 u that u must dry 4 weeks in 1 oven before using it
Very nice video It took me back in time to when I used to visit my dear grandmother in her little cottage the smell of the turf fire her goats and hens in the yard and an old collie dog asleep on the front step are memories that have never faded, I'm glad I found your video tonight..Welcome to Ireland.
So happy to have stumbled upon your channel! You have such a lovely way of speaking and your lifestyle is so beautiful and inspiring. Thank you for the joy 🍀
hello there my dear mossy man:) i am 709 days from retirement at age 55... after a lifetime of 1. getting up before i wanted 2. putting clothes on i didn’t want 3. going somewhere i didn’t want to go 4. doing things i didn’t want to do 5. and engaging with the types of people that put me off... and mine is a relatively GOOD job! one where i cleaning up pollution in the environment. my heart truly breaks for those who can not retire young or at all... i know how emotionally worn out i am... counting each day until i can finally be free to live the life you have chosen so wisely and at such a young age. your videos are like milk and honey to me... i hear it in the calm of your voice... God is blessing you in the choices you’ve made. i wish you long life, love, adventures and grace. thank you for hearing and following the nobility in your heart. 💚
Hello from Finland! Just found your channel, subscribed! I personally would enjoy detailed garden rounds with tips conserning climate etc. Hope to see more videos from you!
I live in Ireland. I haven't seen any run down cottages for less than 20k, and there's all sorts of planning permissions and building regulations you need to meet which adds to the cost. I honestly wouldn't bother untill the housing market crashes again.
Greetings from the US. Sound advice you gave, especially the advice on getting a dog, one cannot go wrong there. It all sounds like a grand adventure. I enjoy the videos, thank you.
Well Mossy... love the content and the lifestyle... creating much the same type of life for myself in county Clare... was thinking you could do an unedited mooch around the place each day to give us all a taste of the pandemonium that goes on in real life.... Keep the show going.
Lots of solid suggestions here. Being courageous and persevering are definitely life skills that are so valuable. Many people try to convince you not to pursue your dream... but it is not their dream, so of course they cannot relate. So valuable to imagine what one's life will be like in 5-10 years. Making choices around what fulfills one in order to create that lifestyle. These are definitely golden nuggets in your video. I find your videos very interesting and inspiring. I enjoy the topics that you have covered. Realities of money and budget, recognizing that isolation may or may not be a hindrance, developing skills during your lifetime that enable you to be self-sufficient... good stuff! You show how delayed gratification can be so rewarding.
Also, be aware that Ireland does not have an NHS equivalent. Unless you are under 5 or over 70, or earn less than a starvation income of 10,000 euros (£8000) per year, you have to pay for all your medical care. I am Australian and have lived in Ireland for 7 years. After living most of my life under the Australian Medicare system, it was a traumatic experience to pay for a doctor's visit for the first time in my life. Needless to say, I stay away from doctors now, unless I am in agony. There is a free public hospital and A&E system, but it is hopelessly underfunded and manned by underpaid and overworked staff. The waiting lists are very loooong! For example, I had a melanoma scare earlier this year (which turned out to be benign). My GP referred me to the public waiting list for a plastic surgeon. After waiting for 4 weeks and going out of my mind with worry, I finally opted to go private. The whole procedure cost me 400 euros (£360) out of pocket after medical insurance. Four weeks after the procedure, I received a letter from the local public hospital, informing me that I had an appointment with a plastic surgeon. Had my symptom turned out to be a melanoma, this delay could well have cost me my life. So, if you want to move to Ireland, it is essential to factor medical expenses and medical insurance into your budget. And medical insurance is expensive. The most basic of all covers is about 800 euros (£720) per year. Don''t want to put you off, but this is something you need to consider.
@@clearlake3492 Relatively low, I guess. Personal tax is 20% for earnings up to €39,000 and 40% for earnings over €39,000. However, there is an extra healthcare levy (USC), which helps to fund the public hospital system, plus a Social Services Charge (PRSI), which helps to fund pensions. These charges add about another 5%-8% to the average tax bill, depending on income. Medical expenses are tax deductible.
@@cynthiaennis3107 No! The Catholic Church declared naturopaths un-Godly and had them banned! Just kidding. Google 'naturopaths Ireland' and you'll find they are everywhere, as are homeopaths, acupuncturists, chiropractors, yoga classes, spiritual healers and dog whisperers. Well ... maybe not dog whisperers, but Ireland has a thriving alternative medicine industry, like anywhere else.
@Anne Hedonia That's terrible. But everything is relative. For people moving to Ireland from a country that has universal healthcare, the system here is something of a shock. But for US citizens, it may seem like paradise. Alternatively, vote for Bernie.
There is an agreement between UK and Ireland that allows free movement of citizens between states. This has existed since the 1920's and will continue after Brexit, so there is no problem relocating from Britain to Ireland.
@Paul Kilcoyne In fairness its not all in the one direction. Irish have been immigrating for generations. We were probably the first emigrants. Great to see people coming to the west and revitalizing our old houses etc
Hi Daniel. Just came across your channel. I'm in Manchester and have been considering Ireland as an option so this video discussing the practicalities is very helpful. Other practical considerations in Ireland that I need to find out about that affect living costs etc. are taxes (especially property taxes) and the healthcare system, etc. I'm also considering Scotland but that is simpler in the respect that it's less different than here as it's still in the UK (for the moment at least). Anyway, excellent video and channel, very inspiring, thanks for making it.
Hi Daniel! Thank you so much for your informative videos...I find them super relaxing to watch too (especially when the birds are chirping in the background!) My husband and I are moving to Galway City in September to begin a 4 year PhD at NUIG. We're renting for the first year, but are very much set on buying a derelict cottage after that. Coming from the UK, these tips are really helpful. I just wanted to say thank you for sharing your wonderful life with us...it's inspired me so much. :)
Love your videos. We're still trying to sell our olive groves and move from Crete to Ireland to be closer to family. Leitrim looks good. Anyone out there fancy a few years as an olive farmer let us know!
@@NaCreagachaDubha Thanks pal. Tried that, but it's a no go. Must say it's ? the best of places ? beautiful, warm, quiet, people make their own hooch etc, absolutely non-violent, easy going, family orientated, natural, ....why do we want to leave? AAaarrrggghhhh
I so enjoy your videos and try to watch them as soon as they pop up. To move to Ireland would be a glorious dream for me. Logistically, it would be difficult, not only financially, but physically as i have two elderly horses and a number of pets, as well as furniture passed down in my family... All that would be involved in transporting them is mind-boggling.. i LOVE the idea of a small renovated cottage, a garden, a small field, and a simple life.. Politically, America is becoming a very scary place and i truly worry about it's future...
Many years ago now but I and along with some other mad people sea kayaked along the south coast from Kinsale to just short of Dingle bay during a may bank holiday week I seem to remember and the sea was flat calm all week and blisteringly hot, the Guiness was superb. Yes very beautiful country
Hello from South Africa. It all truly looks idyllic. My forebears were from Cork. My maiden name is Hearn. I plan to investigate my family history. I have visited Dublin once in 2017. What a beautiful country. I truly wish I had an Irish passport. I will continue to watch your progress with great interest. Get yourself a beehive. Good luck going forward ☘️🍀☘️ 🇿🇦
Question Time Stamps Q1: Is 50,000 enough to buy a cottage? (2:02) Q2: What is the county to head for in Ireland? (5:27) Q3: Is it difficult to buy and look at property's? (7:46) Q4: Legal concerns? (10:37) Q5: Any general advise? (13:30 )
Is there a reason you don't use linoleum at the bottom of your chicken/duck houses? Would help with smell, rot, moisture, cleaning, etc. Loving the channel. Keep going! Love and support.
Keep doing these videos, i'm learning a lot from them. In some years i will be doing the same you did but in the rural Portugal which is also very beautiful!
This kind of practical tips are always important. People have all kind illusions if they have never done this kind of decision in their life. Your videos are great, well done, filmed and edited. And huge thanks for not adding music to the background! Enjoy!
Sitting there in the sun with that beautiful garden in the background does not look like 'roughing it'. Lol. I'm sure the winter is a different matter. I lived on a boat for four years through two of the worst winters in recent times so I'm used to rough. I bought a cottage in the UK earlier this year. It came with a separate piece of land that is directly in front. It was expensive for some but as I moved out of an expensive city it was way cheaper than the city. I am starting from scratch in my 60s and it's hard work but doable. Definitely some make do and mend as I have no capital left. I have one of those crazy lanes. Double edge sword of bad access but ultimate privacy and no immediate traffic. I totally agree it's a lifestyle choice. My hubbie says we have a brilliant garden that came with a house. It's not everyone's cup of tea and its hard graft particularly as you get animals. It's too easy to look at others and think I'd love that life but it's more complex. Do your research would be my advice.
It's been so nice to get multiple vids from you this summer! My favorites are the philosophical vids, but right behind that are the garden and small livestock vids. Love the name Wassail!
Just found your channel and so grateful that I did. Your videos are very inspiring to me and I just adore you and your life. When I watched your video on your ducks I instantly fell in love with them. So happy you shared the clip of their first time in the spring, such a wonderful moment. They’re so lovely and precious. Each video motivates me more and more. I would love to adopt your philosophies about your lifestyle into my own more and really stop waiting, now is the time to take action and live my dreams. No questions at this time but thank you so very much for sharing your life with us! 💕🌱
Lots of great advice. I felt like I'd slipped in to the twilight zone though with Moss being still all the way through this. It's the same when we look out the window and see ours laid down... we're wondering if we've somehow looked through into another dimension 😂 Your garden looks lush in the background. Mine is doing all sorts of weirdness here in South Yorkshire with the weather we've been having. I look forward to a video showing how it's all getting on. Suzanne xx
Thank You for making such informative videos. Would love to know, what are your long term plans? What is health care like there? Do you think you will ever return to Britain? Do you ever encounter any problems being British over there? What is the best & worst thing about living over there? Is the process of buying the same as Uk e.g you put an offer in etc...Did you ever consider buyIng a run down cottage in UK? Look forward to seeing your cottage. Please do more Q&A videos. Many thanks!
Hi Daniel. Have you been to Mullaghmore? If you haven't go on sunny day, turn left at Strand Hotel and continue to end of that road. It's T junction. Turn right and views from there are incredible. Only once before seen comparable and that was on Cork Kerry border. Well worth trip but do travel on sunny day.
@@neilrafferty2097 although living relatively close by, had not been before. We were blessed with beautiful day. But was not prepared for vista. It was spectacular.
That guy can get something very nice in Bulgaria or Eastern Europe for GBP50,000... its very depopulated in the rural side, some stuff is livable for EUR25-30,000; and the rest can be spent to update and make it to your tastes...
My late husband and I had a bucket list that included moving from the States to either Scotland or Ireland. He was of Scottish heritage and I am of Scottish/Irish heritage. We actually looked at some cottages online. We had a romantic dream of having a small, thatched cottage on a cliff overlooking the sea. We knew our golden retriever would love it too. Lovely place.
Judy Hoy I missed seeing "Moss" - lovely flowers and the garden. Enjoy the videos so much - wish I could send you a loquat tree . You are so right about "lifestyle" as you have to be willing to put in the work. Yes, you have to have a dog!
You mentioned in a previous video that you have volunteers to help... I would love to know more about organic gardening and growing veggies. I have also just got chickens and will copy your ski coop. A week volunteering would be amazing how does one go about it?
I love when I see a new video pop up on your channel and check in to see how your getting on , looking forward to the cottage update! Keep up the good work
You really are an inspiration to me. I’m starting a bit later in life on this journey but I hope to be able to become as self sustaining as I can possibly be in the time I have left. Your videos have helped me immensely. Thank you. I’ll be on my way in a year or two to the Appalachian mountains of North Carolina in the US. Just as soon as I can get my finances on point. That is my piece of “heaven”. Best wishes to you as always. One of these days I plan to visit Ireland. My relatives there hail from county Donegal. Though, I have no family left there. The way you describe it sounds stunning and I would very much love to see it.
Thank you so much for sharing! My husband and i are from America and our dream is to buy a cottage in Ireland - this type of content is very helpful! Can’t wait to see your cottage !
Thanks for sharing. Living vicariously through you and others until I can make this lifestyle a reality for myself. I’ve always wanted a small parcel of land with a tiny house, a life of simplicity.
I’m from the US and 3 years ago I moved out of the city to 6 acres in a nearby rural town. I love the slower lifestyle. I’ve added many animals to my homestead and grew a garden for the first time. I DO love watching videos showing scenery from other countries. I’ve always wanted go visit Ireland... it is beautiful.
You dog is absolutely gorgeous they are almost all you need in terms of companionship 🙂 good luck with it all and can’t wait to see the before shots of the cottage.
Great video. I recently moved from South East England to Donegal, Ireland with my wife, kids and collie and have to say, so far, it has to be the best decision we ever made. Our move was made easier as we relocated to the area where my wife's parents and family grew up and still live (and have visited many many times before), but despite having people fairly near to us it's still so peaceful, calm and beautiful. We haven't undertaken a project quite to your scale but we are currently renovating our dormer bungalow and sort of camping in just a few rooms. Keep up the good work, you are an inspiration to us all.
@Paul Kilcoyne Thank you, Paul. There are many reasons why we moved. I suppose mostly as my wife wanted to be nearer her parents so we can support them as they get older but also because we love it here. As a family we've been visiting for years - my wife her entire life - and we just love the place. Compared to the South East of England it's much less crowded and fewer people means it's quieter, less traffic, smaller queues in the shops. Parking is a breeze! Housing is far cheaper as well so making a move from somewhere that has higher prices (or should I say overpriced) puts you in a better financial position. And these days, Ireland has everything the UK does - in fact my fibre broadband now is far more stable and faster than I had in England. Even schooling is better for my kids as there are fewer children to a class so they get more attention and one on one time. I really could go on and on. Obviously, all those factors that I praise might not suit everyone else's lifestyle, but for us they are perfect.
It sounds probably a bit banal, but I feel inspired... What You do embodies what I guess sits inside me too. The way You show this way of living and the harmony of Your voice are really pleasant to watch and listen to. good luck!
I just discovered your videos, you’re so helpful and sharing your knowledge. I’m glad to see your dog Mossy sharing this journey with you. There’s nothing better than having dogs and animals around, they are the most loyal companion! I love that he can be seen in your videos even when he is napping near by! 🥰🐾🌳🐶 💕
Hello - I'm from the US and have a dream similar to yours of buying some land and trying my shot at sustainable living. I am looking at a property right now in the US - a farmhouse built in 1897. I agree with Deb Fryer. I'd love a tour of the cottage and some discussion around what's involved in fixing it up - like "how to's." Also I'm curious about how the solar panels work - and how much energy you get form them. Southern Illinois is probably slightly warmer than where you are, but I think it rains as much there as it does in Ireland. Anyway, best of luck to you and we are enjoying your video blogs immensely.
ALWAYS A BLESSING TO HEAR FROM YOU dear Mossy! Moss is soOOoo chill throughout this vid...he is the 'best' advertising to 'head to the Country' for not only charm, but PEACE! The inconveniences that come from dramatic changes in lifestyle, to me, are far outweighed by the ESCAPE from modern day STRESS and it's rat race. We need to GO BACK...if we are to MOVE FORWARD. We have lost 'so much' of what is TRULY of value. We have made everything 'plastic' and is plastic better? There is definitely a CRAVING for your lifestyle choices, and I am VERY PROUD of all the hard work you have accomplished...even the nice little table you are using. It is all well-thought out work, but a labor of love. Love of LIFE and an appreciation for it's Creator. Your 'attitude' Mossy, is RIPE for a life of Joy, Peace, and the Happiness, you so readily exude and share with us. You wear it well! Thank-you most kindly! God bless you, moss and all your endeavors!
Stumbled across one of your videos years ago and thought wow, that's amazing ... and a few weeks ago my mother in law was talking about this mossy bottom" guy that moved to Ireland and hes doing great things . I knew it sounded familiar... so now I'm subscribed and loving the channel fair play to you :0) myself and my wife already loving the videos , we have 2 small kiddies are trying to move house at the moment and it's proving quite difficult . Schools etc etc , the headache is real ,. Keep up the amazing work and living the dream , excellent stuff
I do miss your dog in this video. I look forward to the next video. As an Irish person I have respect for what you are doing. The west of Ireland is not glamorise or easy so well done.
There is a lovely cottage conversion on top of the bog hills in Co Clare,owned by one of Pink Floyd crew at one time. They took out one wall and if I recall part of roof and built a two storey box onto it with bigger windows, open plan innards but retaining a section of cottage as kitchen. It sat into the hill nicely. But not cheap!
I am glad to hear you are planning more videos. I check regularly. I think you are a natural video presenter. I want to hear about the cottage renovation as it progresses and any and everything else that is going on there. I have no thought of moving, etc. I just like to follow your story because it is a good one. Have you checked the Bealtaine Cottage website? She has so many good tips for your way of life. I like to see your dog, your gardens, your animals, trees etc. What are you learning as you renovate an old cottage?
I was thinking too about Bealtaine cottage and how its very similar to your move only Colette is now in her cottage 14 years or more. She has some great advice on her channel.
We're just about to complete on our West Ireland (Co.Mayo) run down cottage on 1.6 acres! We can not wait to get over there and get started. We are in a similar position to how you started financially and intend to do the house up ourselves over the years whilst 'roughing' it and building the land up around us to become self sufficient. I am lucky to have an online job to keep some pennies coming in whilst we grow into the life. Thank you for sharing your journey - I've just subscribed and learned a lot already.
Hi, I was delighted to have a video from you today. Really the content is irrelevant, we just love seeing what you and your companion are doing now. :)
It's against Irish property law to be landlocked, so even if you buy a site without a right of way or easement, you will get one subsequently through application to the correct authority.
Love love love your videos I'm an Early education teacher you could do storytime stories for my kids anytime, especially including Mossy they would love it,! I would love it.!😄 I recently did a giant transformation move from New England to Arizona..., not quite the same as going back to my mom's family heritage Ireland, nevertheless quite courageous I had to be.. Will make it back to Ireland again maybe to live there..?🤔 Love catching up on your videos, again best of luck to you..💞✌️🍀
I'm so glad I subscribe to your channel. I now live in Virginia USA but thru out my youth I lived in rural Maine. Your property reminds me of it. I wish you well, do take care.
Hey mosey 😊 I am new to your channel and I’m hooked already! With the wonderful insight into your life in NW Ireland 😉 it’s fantastic to learn the things that i do about being self sufficient and having a sustainable life style . I live on the south coast of England with my two sons now fully grown 👍 it is my plan to also up sticks and relocate to a simpler life. I grow many vegetables and feel I have a low carbon footprint I enjoy aspects of being spelt sufficient however hens and vegetables is all my garden will allow ! Living a simpler life fairly isolated would be magic as I too am fairly introverted. However much depends on my two boys as they can ill afford to move out of home. All my money is tied up in my property. I am 50 years old already so sooner rather than later. Thank you so much for your inspiration and knowledge xx I am a huge fan and greatly admire what it is you do . I wish you lots of luck xx
You seem like such a kind, genuine person. I am a Dub who is planning on doing something similar to you but heading to the South of France...Really delighted to have come across you helpful site. Love your garden:-)
Gee, are you sure you want to do this ? Tax increase, yellow vest protests, bad social climate, crime statistics on the increase, economic crisis. I'm half French and very happy not to live there and would not consider moving there, certainly not now. People in southern France are not always nice. Make sure you are not going there alone so you can rely on somebody you know if things turn sour. Greetings from Belgium.
MAY all your dreams come true,
I'm from England myself moved to Tipperary 6years ago, purchased a property that had sat empty for 8 years.
Many local farmers welcomed me to there village and expressed their relief that the property was finally being occupied .
One thing I did find out very quickly is the Irish people are beautiful from the inside out,
Fit into there way of life and be part of the community and you will find you have amazing people supporting you every step you take.
If you're moving into a farming community respect there way of life and remember there not cutting hay at 10 ,o'clock at night to annoy you its because they have to work with the weather.
A farmer would rather be at home with his family just as we are.
Yes i totally agree with the fit in attitude,I'm Irish and I know we have our own way,it can be different,or seem wrong,but do your boss to go with the flow,and you'll fit in ok.
First time I’ve heard of the Irish welcoming English occupation lol.
I find that encouraging. I've been wanting to make the move and my parents are adamant that the Irish will never accept me and that it will be a very isolated life.
As an Australian living in Ireland, I also find the Irish very welcoming. I lived in England for 2 years back in the 90s and found that the English were mostly uninterested in Australia. By contrast, the Irish want to know all about Australia, particularly as just about everyone you meet has a close relative living there. I find the Irish to have a strong sense of culture, are well informed and well travelled, and great conversationalists.
@Vagabonder Thanks!
Hey brother, came across this channel yesterday and I'm already a huge fan. I'm 23 and want to be like you .I'm Just tired of westernized toxic & stressed out lifestyle. Please continue to share your knowledge with us. Thanks a lot!!!
I watch your videos and my stresses disappear. Please keep them coming.
Hi Daniel, and Hi Chris, if you see this.
I'm from Dublin and still have a 9to5 job in Dublin. I'm not sure how much longer that is going to last.The older I get the less i like the city and the people. I bought an old house on just under an acre a few years ago in Co. Roscommon. Roscommon is a beautiful county, just west of the river Shannon. The county is full of lakes and tributaries of the Shannon. It is very popular with English people and lots of people from England have moved there. It's one of the cheapest counties in Ireland to buy houses and there are lots of old derelict houses. One of the reasons why English people love it is because it is so rural and quiet. The population of the entire county is about 65,000!! so there are far fewer people around than you will find in most of England.
As Daniel says right of way is important, my solicitor had to deal with that when I bought. daft.ie is definitely the way to go. Water supply, electricity and septic tanks will all cost a lot of money if they're not already there.
In my experience the soil is fertile and most things grow abundantly. There is a lot of rain in the winter and there can be considerable flooding so that is something that may need researching. Find somewhere on higher ground. £50,000 sterling will probably buy you a place but you will need more for renovations. In my experience internet connection is a bit haphazard. I would certainly recommend making the move.
Daniel, what you're doing is great, Well Done. I'm also looking forward to seeing the cottage.
Very Best Wishes,
Patrick.
Hi Patrick, Daniel and of course Hi Mossy,Patrick I couldn't agree more, the older I get the more I dream of escaping the rat race and moving out to the middle of nowhere and living off the land, I too don't like people that much, prefer my two best furry friends. My worry and question to Daniel is how do you actually survive, if you don't work how do you afford to live and pay the bills? I could buy a cottage in working order on some land but my fear is when the money is spent on the house and there is a small amount of savings how do you get by if you don't work? How much is needed? I have minimal needs, I would grow my own food, I don't generally need materialistic stuff, but I worry about paying bills such as running a car, electricity, heating and rates, so Daniel, how do you do it??? I am a UK citizen and would love to live in Ireland but don't know how that works, whether I am allowed, whether I would get any financial support, if working is the pay the same or better/worse than the UK? Anyone out there know the answers I would love some feedback. To all out there take care and live happy.Kelly x
@Mejo Eh... this is true, certainly in the winter but then again most of central Ireland can be damp. The river Shannon has a mayor influence on this. On a positive note it is not damp at all at the moment.
@@kelleywake8234 Hi Kelley, Obviously I can't speak for Daniel but I think he is more or less off grid and growing a lot of what he eats so bills are minimal. Chickens and ducks also provide lots of eggs. There certainly has to be some form of income and even better if money can be generated from casual work or from selling produce. Running a car is going to be a huge expense. I don't think he has electricity or running water and there are no rates in Ireland. Heating is from logs and a woodburner. There is property tax but this would be minimal. Pay in Ireland is generally much better that the UK but not in all instances. Getting a job in isolated, rural Ireland may be a challenge. As an EU citizen you would have a lot of rights in Ireland but this may change radically after Brexit. You will need to do more research. Best of luck whatever you do. Patrick
I think people make donations to him but not sure if this is his sole income, i doubt it. www.patreon.com/mossybottom
@Mejo :-)
We moved from the UK to Ireland , we bought a cottage in 2014' that hadn't been lived in for 10 years and used to come over for holidays until we could do the move. It takes time to renovate and make a home, but a beautiful place to live if you like the quiete and rural life, no regrets, in County Mayo, the west of Ireland 🦋🐝
Same here, bought in 2014, on the coast of Co Mayo, it is indeed a beautiful place to live
Eileen Rowley wouldn't go back would you 💜
@@thegonepotties Hi, no never, I love it here, all the space, and beautiful beaches, and the people x
Mayo around the Ox Mountains, Attymass Etc is full of such cottages up lonely lanes... sheltered by forest and fertile hills with microclimates and full of streams, perfect for such a lifestyle.
geraldo23 Geraldo , a perfect idyllic place 🙏
I'm new to your channel and very impressed with all that you've done in such a short time. Yes a tour of the cottage would be nice.
Land forsale
Living in Germany for around 20 years. Bought a derelict cottage in my home county Tipperary 3 years ago. Spent the last few winters there doing it up. Getting to the stage soon where I will be moving back full time. It's been an amazing experience. It's been tough. My advice to anyone doing the same is to prepare and embrace the struggle. It's all part of the fabric of the experience. Best of luck to all of you. When sitting under the 200 year old wooden beam of my ingelnook fireplace I know it's been all worth it.
That's great to read! I'm just about to do the same. Did you get any grants re energy,
@@lizburgessmb tbh i didnt bother with it. i realised that for what i am doing it would not be worth it. The costs go up when you get most grants as therefore you have to use very high end materials. I decided against it
Think now Germany has pretty hot climate/ wether these days? Is it so?
@@hemashirin9382 true. savage hot summers these days.
@@gordonhogan no way to escape we have to plant more trees and save the planet
It’s lovely getting an update, your veg garden is coming together. Perhaps the next vid could be another look around the smallholdjng.
Great advice. Delighted for you that this is working out so well for you. Rural Ireland badly needs people like you.
How are gun laws and hunting in Ireland? I'm Catholic and a European through and through, but it seems that only certain corners of America and Canada offer good conditions for people who wish to live this type of lifestyle on a larger scale.
I love your passion and focus in what you do. And the free knowledge and experience you share with us all. Great stuff my friend and all the best.
I am from the area you are in .....Mayo / Sligo border ....I think!
Bit of advice for the guy with €50,000. Buy one of those ruins for about €10000. Knock it down lay a foundation slab and rebuild it exactly as it was size etc with the old stone. New electrics and plumbing good insulation and have a happy life.
Old cottages are damp and generally in awful condition and will be an uncomfortable money pit. You can do that for total cost of €50,000 as long as you keep it simple and well built. if you can do work yourself ie build stone etc it will cost less again.
@Chango Chilemba Yeah that sounds like a good option too.
I guess I am just in favour of starting from scratch with a new damp proofed slab so no rising damp and modern material / technology. If the building is small €50,000 Is a solid budget. of course getting someone to build with stone is more expensive and knocking down means planning applications You are right though all good ideas.
One other thing try to get something with a septic tank already in place
Hello! from the Cork/Waterford border. I moved here in 2001 from Bedfordshire, with two kids, dog and cat, caravan and Landrover. I bought 15 acres and built my house single-handed (former builder). Kids now grown and back in the UK. Not many ruined cottages for sale here anymore but there are a few. Met my, now, wife at Lisdoonvarna! 13 years ago. Ran our place as a B&B for 10 years to earn more capital. As I type this we are shelling peas ready for blanching...happy days!!
Best of luck with your continued efforts.
Edit.- I imagine moving after any type pf Brexit will be slightly more complicated
Why kids move back
A couple of weeks ago, I found your channel and I am very impressed with all that you've done in such a short time, and your descriptive videos that put viewers at ease. As a life-long gardener, I very much envy your lifestyle and life perspective. I rarely ever see or hear such a detailed almost philosophical approach to life. Your lifestyle exemplifies a life that many of us dream about, but rarely are brave enough to live it like you do. I have never been to Ireland and your descriptive videos has made me think about visiting Ireland and seeing its beautiful countryside. Thank you.
I love the very practical nature of your content. Your videos are different from a lot of other "homesteading type" videos in that you dont gloss over the cracks and issues that arise from such a big lifestyle change. I have defo found the content very helpful and realistic!
wow cant believe ive found this video... im about a year away from doing all this and your answering so many question we have...we shall watch your videos new and old... all the best in your life adventure
You have such a warm and soothing voice. I enjoy seeing your garden. I am looking forward to seeing the cottage. Live your dream everyday 🌻
Gardens and chooks are many on youtube but renovation of a romantic cottages such as this very fews, you subcribtions will improve so the money for you even it will take years to renew, show this cottage you talk about never mind when you will renovate, if you want to improve your subscribtion, JUST A THOUGHT best of luck!
Enjoying that degree of isolation was a HUGE factor in my move from Atlanta to the mountains in North Georgia too. Great advice!
Just tuned into your channel today and have enjoyed the videos. My husband & I live in the foothills of N.C. in USA and the look here is very similar to your home in Ireland. After having our dna done, both of us are over 50% Irish and the rest English. So, we can see why our ancestors settled in this area by watching videos of your home there. Similar in look and seasons/weather. We have enjoyed building and learning skills, like you. So rewarding to be as self-sufficient as possible. Continued success and enjoyment to you! Thank you for sharing...
Excellent video. Nice of you to answer viewers questions. We need more good people living the good life in Ireland.
Thank you so much for this video, I'm currently busy with moving to Ireland together with my husband and 2 daughters. It's so stressful and your little chat really helps with reminding me that it is just a matter of persevering. We're moving to a small town just outside of Dublin and it's difficult sometimes to remind myself that as soon as we have a drivers license we will be able to buy a home in a more rural location. I've always wanted to move to the woods and mountains and have a simpler life that is just me, a veggie garden, some sheep and my family.
Enjoy your summer and I hope to see your face on youtube again soon.
:D
A Dubliner here. Lots of good information there for anyone thinking of doing what you have. A couple of extra things could be mentioned. If you have children, check out where the local school is and if there is convenient transport. Most schools here are run by religions so if you are an atheist you have to know that. Security, if you live alone out in the sticks, should be considered. We have had some elderly farmers living alone who were attacked and robbed - not an everyday occurrence, but it has happened, ask Mr. Google, he's your friend. Ask why the previous owner left, is the property now on a flood plain? Yes, people have bought houses and discovered too late that it floods during bad winters or bad summers. You can't look for a 'pretty property', YOU have to make it pretty. It's not all roses. YOU have to bring the roses! Would I like a lifestyle like Mossy's? Yes, but I'm cautious.
Thk you, I subscribed to your canal. I'm frm Germany my dad studied 54 Km frm London we lived in Essex when I was small I like London, Reading, Oxford & love West Ireland & Celtic Music & castle s & the old cottages! It s great that you' ve
saved one. I truely admire you for plan
ting veggies n fruit- + other trees on yr stoney windy field it s nice how you showed us how a chicken house shld be built, my dad also had chicken when we couldn't get meat regularly in late 1968. I helped him to look after them, my dad is a biologist frm Asia we lived on a stat. in the bush, we had scarey python snakes that came in to our big garden so our grass was cut short weekly. It s a pitty that yr cottage is in a bad state if you put in 2 extra windows & stabilise it on 4 sides frm floor to the roof with metall posts n also in the middle of the house. You can get students who help you 4 free. There s a guy, Shawn 43 yrs he s close to Toronto he built 2 wood Log Huts nearly by him self in the forest @ a lake he has bears on his land, he built a fire
place in side & a big one for cooking with a wood roof & 1 extra bath room outside. He builds wood shelfs & furniture with simple tools instead of using a drill. He is nice he said on TH-cam that he will help ppl with his advice how to build houses & furniture etc by yourself. He hunts deer (what I don't like so much) & even in winter he makes holes in a frozzen lake Ontario & catches fish as he s 50 Km frm a town, he wants to supply himself with food. His reddish dog is Calli, Shawn sleeps in the loft of his hut if his friends come they bring some extra food in winter it gets up to -28 o Cel so he must ve enough food supply as fruit veggies & beans in glasses & now he has a freezer he has a few Solar panels that give him a lot of power 4 wifi. Maybe u can get some wood frm the forrest & frm old deserted cottages & old trees close 2 u that u must
dry 4 weeks in 1 oven before using it
Great to see the place looking so well , from up the road in cavan .
Very nice video It took me back in time to when I used to visit my dear grandmother in her little cottage the smell of the turf fire her goats and hens in the yard and an old collie dog asleep on the front step are memories that have never faded, I'm glad I found your video tonight..Welcome to Ireland.
Keep posting these types of videos. We are all rooting for you and your ducks, dog and your cottage.
So happy to have stumbled upon your channel! You have such a lovely way of speaking and your lifestyle is so beautiful and inspiring. Thank you for the joy 🍀
hello there my dear mossy man:) i am 709 days from retirement at age 55... after a lifetime of 1. getting up before i wanted 2. putting clothes on i didn’t want 3. going somewhere i didn’t want to go 4. doing things i didn’t want to do 5. and engaging with the types of people that put me off... and mine is a relatively GOOD job! one where i cleaning up pollution in the environment. my heart truly breaks for those who can not retire young or at all... i know how emotionally worn out i am... counting each day until i can finally be free to live the life you have chosen so wisely and at such a young age. your videos are like milk and honey to me... i hear it in the calm of your voice... God is blessing you in the choices you’ve made. i wish you long life, love, adventures and grace. thank you for hearing and following the nobility in your heart. 💚
Hello from Finland! Just found your channel, subscribed! I personally would enjoy detailed garden rounds with tips conserning climate etc. Hope to see more videos from you!
I live in Ireland. I haven't seen any run down cottages for less than 20k, and there's all sorts of planning permissions and building regulations you need to meet which adds to the cost. I honestly wouldn't bother untill the housing market crashes again.
I grew up on a tiny farm in south Cork... Love memories..
Barry Irlandi I’m sure they are wonderful :)
@@tamisweetie often cold, but my poor kids could feed the chickens or weed a cabbage patch
Jim Halfpenny 😁👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Greetings from the US. Sound advice you gave, especially the advice on getting a dog, one cannot go wrong there. It all sounds like a grand adventure. I enjoy the videos, thank you.
Well Mossy... love the content and the lifestyle... creating much the same type of life for myself in county Clare... was thinking you could do an unedited mooch around the place each day to give us all a taste of the pandemonium that goes on in real life....
Keep the show going.
Great video and great tips!! Greetings from Canada and best wishes for the future.
Love the Chanel. Good guy. As a west Ireland native I respect you and get great value from your content. Keep up the good work!
Lots of solid suggestions here.
Being courageous and persevering are definitely life skills that are so valuable. Many people try to convince you not to pursue your dream... but it is not their dream, so of course they cannot relate. So valuable to imagine what one's life will be like in 5-10 years. Making choices around what fulfills one in order to create that lifestyle. These are definitely golden nuggets in your video.
I find your videos very interesting and inspiring. I enjoy the topics that you have covered. Realities of money and budget, recognizing that isolation may or may not be a hindrance, developing skills during your lifetime that enable you to be self-sufficient... good stuff! You show how delayed gratification can be so rewarding.
I love your sit down videos :) I would love some more on your life philosophy/ simple living/ frugality / thoughts on consumerism etc
Same but sit down videos are not my thing :(
loving this,i left north roscommon about 35 years ago to live on the east coast of ireland. what you are doing is so interesting. keep it up.
Also, be aware that Ireland does not have an NHS equivalent. Unless you are under 5 or over 70, or earn less than a starvation income of 10,000 euros (£8000) per year, you have to pay for all your medical care.
I am Australian and have lived in Ireland for 7 years. After living most of my life under the Australian Medicare system, it was a traumatic experience to pay for a doctor's visit for the first time in my life. Needless to say, I stay away from doctors now, unless I am in agony.
There is a free public hospital and A&E system, but it is hopelessly underfunded and manned by underpaid and overworked staff. The waiting lists are very loooong! For example, I had a melanoma scare earlier this year (which turned out to be benign). My GP referred me to the public waiting list for a plastic surgeon. After waiting for 4 weeks and going out of my mind with worry, I finally opted to go private. The whole procedure cost me 400 euros (£360) out of pocket after medical insurance. Four weeks after the procedure, I received a letter from the local public hospital, informing me that I had an appointment with a plastic surgeon. Had my symptom turned out to be a melanoma, this delay could well have cost me my life.
So, if you want to move to Ireland, it is essential to factor medical expenses and medical insurance into your budget. And medical insurance is expensive. The most basic of all covers is about 800 euros (£720) per year.
Don''t want to put you off, but this is something you need to consider.
@@clearlake3492 Relatively low, I guess. Personal tax is 20% for earnings up to €39,000 and 40% for earnings over €39,000. However, there is an extra healthcare levy (USC), which helps to fund the public hospital system, plus a Social Services Charge (PRSI), which helps to fund pensions. These charges add about another 5%-8% to the average tax bill, depending on income. Medical expenses are tax deductible.
kell are there naturopaths there??
sky scratch thank you.
@@cynthiaennis3107 No! The Catholic Church declared naturopaths un-Godly and had them banned! Just kidding. Google 'naturopaths Ireland' and you'll find they are everywhere, as are homeopaths, acupuncturists, chiropractors, yoga classes, spiritual healers and dog whisperers. Well ... maybe not dog whisperers, but Ireland has a thriving alternative medicine industry, like anywhere else.
@Anne Hedonia That's terrible. But everything is relative. For people moving to Ireland from a country that has universal healthcare, the system here is something of a shock. But for US citizens, it may seem like paradise. Alternatively, vote for Bernie.
Still lots of properties available in the Roscommon / Mayo areas, rural with good land. Bought mine in 2008, brilliant!
There is an agreement between UK and Ireland that allows free movement of citizens between states. This has existed since the 1920's and will continue after Brexit, so there is no problem relocating from Britain to Ireland.
@Paul Kilcoyne In fairness its not all in the one direction. Irish have been immigrating for generations. We were probably the first emigrants.
Great to see people coming to the west and revitalizing our old houses etc
@Paul Kilcoyne They are not our houses if we sell thgem willingly and get paid
Hi Daniel. Just came across your channel. I'm in Manchester and have been considering Ireland as an option so this video discussing the practicalities is very helpful. Other practical considerations in Ireland that I need to find out about that affect living costs etc. are taxes (especially property taxes) and the healthcare system, etc. I'm also considering Scotland but that is simpler in the respect that it's less different than here as it's still in the UK (for the moment at least). Anyway, excellent video and channel, very inspiring, thanks for making it.
Whenever a good wind brings me to Eire again, I will stop by your holding and say hello! I so much admire what you do!
Good morning! From Knoxville Tennessee in USA thank you for the update and info it's really useful. Have a wonderful day
Hi Daniel! Thank you so much for your informative videos...I find them super relaxing to watch too (especially when the birds are chirping in the background!) My husband and I are moving to Galway City in September to begin a 4 year PhD at NUIG. We're renting for the first year, but are very much set on buying a derelict cottage after that. Coming from the UK, these tips are really helpful. I just wanted to say thank you for sharing your wonderful life with us...it's inspired me so much. :)
Love your videos. We're still trying to sell our olive groves and move from Crete to Ireland to be closer to family. Leitrim looks good. Anyone out there fancy a few years as an olive farmer let us know!
tell me more. (not sure how to send a pm on here)
@@ozzieineire sitiaolivegroves.blogspot.com/ that'll help Ozzie? PX?
As an Irishman, I'd say the best solution would be to move the family to Crete 😀
@@NaCreagachaDubha Thanks pal. Tried that, but it's a no go. Must say it's ? the best of places ? beautiful, warm, quiet, people make their own hooch etc, absolutely non-violent, easy going, family orientated, natural, ....why do we want to leave? AAaarrrggghhhh
@@olivefarmer3491 Get family live in care and stay in Crete. I can help with that. It will be like you are there. Will bring them to visit you too.
I so enjoy your videos and try to watch them as soon as they pop up. To move to Ireland would be a glorious dream for me. Logistically, it would be difficult, not only financially, but physically as i have two elderly horses and a number of pets, as well as furniture passed down in my family... All that would be involved in transporting them is mind-boggling.. i LOVE the idea of a small renovated cottage, a garden, a small field, and a simple life.. Politically, America is becoming a very scary place and i truly worry about it's future...
Many years ago now but I and along with some other mad people sea kayaked along the south coast from Kinsale to just short of Dingle bay during a may bank holiday week I seem to remember and the sea was flat calm all week and blisteringly hot, the Guiness was superb. Yes very beautiful country
Hello from South Africa. It all truly looks idyllic. My forebears were from Cork. My maiden name is Hearn. I plan to investigate my family history. I have visited Dublin once in 2017. What a beautiful country. I truly wish I had an Irish passport. I will continue to watch your progress with great interest. Get yourself a beehive. Good luck going forward ☘️🍀☘️ 🇿🇦
How bad is South Africa now?
Great! As for content, anything with your dog in it for me!
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Q1: Is 50,000 enough to buy a cottage? (2:02)
Q2: What is the county to head for in Ireland? (5:27)
Q3: Is it difficult to buy and look at property's? (7:46)
Q4: Legal concerns? (10:37)
Q5: Any general advise? (13:30 )
Wonderful! Ta TimeofSpades. Ta!
Daft.ie 😂 😂 Someone has a sense of humor 😂
On a serious note, I envy such daftness.
@Fully Vegan Taste Test that's not true
Is there a reason you don't use linoleum at the bottom of your chicken/duck houses? Would help with smell, rot, moisture, cleaning, etc. Loving the channel. Keep going! Love and support.
The world 🌎 need people like you ❤. And thanks for English learning from yours as well .
Keep doing these videos, i'm learning a lot from them. In some years i will be doing the same you did but in the rural Portugal which is also very beautiful!
How have I only just found your channel? 🤔 Nice to meet you Mr. Mossy Bottom, really interesting video, love it when YT promotes a good channel.
This kind of practical tips are always important. People have all kind illusions if they have never done this kind of decision in their life. Your videos are great, well done, filmed and edited. And huge thanks for not adding music to the background!
Enjoy!
Love your videos, it's very relaxing to hear you talk.
Have you considered starting a beehive ?🧐
Sitting there in the sun with that beautiful garden in the background does not look like 'roughing it'. Lol. I'm sure the winter is a different matter. I lived on a boat for four years through two of the worst winters in recent times so I'm used to rough.
I bought a cottage in the UK earlier this year. It came with a separate piece of land that is directly in front. It was expensive for some but as I moved out of an expensive city it was way cheaper than the city. I am starting from scratch in my 60s and it's hard work but doable. Definitely some make do and mend as I have no capital left. I have one of those crazy lanes. Double edge sword of bad access but ultimate privacy and no immediate traffic. I totally agree it's a lifestyle choice. My hubbie says we have a brilliant garden that came with a house.
It's not everyone's cup of tea and its hard graft particularly as you get animals. It's too easy to look at others and think I'd love that life but it's more complex. Do your research would be my advice.
It's been so nice to get multiple vids from you this summer! My favorites are the philosophical vids, but right behind that are the garden and small livestock vids. Love the name Wassail!
Just found your channel and so grateful that I did. Your videos are very inspiring to me and I just adore you and your life. When I watched your video on your ducks I instantly fell in love with them. So happy you shared the clip of their first time in the spring, such a wonderful moment. They’re so lovely and precious. Each video motivates me more and more. I would love to adopt your philosophies about your lifestyle into my own more and really stop waiting, now is the time to take action and live my dreams. No questions at this time but thank you so very much for sharing your life with us! 💕🌱
You journey made my heart smile. Not done that in the longest. Hope you smile back when you read this.
Lots of great advice. I felt like I'd slipped in to the twilight zone though with Moss being still all the way through this. It's the same when we look out the window and see ours laid down... we're wondering if we've somehow looked through into another dimension 😂 Your garden looks lush in the background. Mine is doing all sorts of weirdness here in South Yorkshire with the weather we've been having. I look forward to a video showing how it's all getting on. Suzanne xx
Thank You for making such informative videos. Would love to know, what are your long term plans? What is health care like there? Do you think you will ever return to Britain? Do you ever encounter any problems being British over there? What is the best & worst thing about living over there? Is the process of buying the same as Uk e.g you put an offer in etc...Did you ever consider buyIng a run down cottage in UK? Look forward to seeing your cottage. Please do more Q&A videos. Many thanks!
Hi Daniel.
Have you been to Mullaghmore? If you haven't go on sunny day, turn left at Strand Hotel and continue to end of that road. It's T junction. Turn right and views from there are incredible. Only once before seen comparable and that was on Cork Kerry border. Well worth trip but do travel on sunny day.
Tony Scanlon . As a family we were there in ‘79 the day Lord Mountbatten was killed . An unbelievable 40 years ago .
@@neilrafferty2097 although living relatively close by, had not been before. We were blessed with beautiful day. But was not prepared for vista. It was spectacular.
Tony Scanlon We had many happy days there in the 70s .
That guy can get something very nice in Bulgaria or Eastern Europe for GBP50,000... its very depopulated in the rural side, some stuff is livable for EUR25-30,000; and the rest can be spent to update and make it to your tastes...
Yes but Ireland is English-speaking and the people are generally friendly and helpful. You're taking a big risk with somewhere like Bulgaria
Really enjoying all your videos Daniel, was one of your first subscribers....thanks for the update and great to see you getting in se well.
My late husband and I had a bucket list that included moving from the States to either Scotland or Ireland. He was of Scottish heritage and I am of Scottish/Irish heritage. We actually looked at some cottages online. We had a romantic dream of having a small, thatched cottage on a cliff overlooking the sea. We knew our golden retriever would love it too. Lovely place.
Did you watch a Disney movie called "Up"? If haven't, please do. You'll feel totally connected with that story. Cheers from Colombia.
Judy Hoy
I missed seeing "Moss" - lovely flowers and the garden. Enjoy the videos so much - wish I could send you a
loquat tree . You are so right about "lifestyle" as you have to be willing to put in the work. Yes, you have to have a dog!
You mentioned in a previous video that you have volunteers to help... I would love to know more about organic gardening and growing veggies. I have also just got chickens and will copy your ski coop. A week volunteering would be amazing how does one go about it?
I love when I see a new video pop up on your channel and check in to see how your getting on , looking forward to the cottage update! Keep up the good work
You really are an inspiration to me. I’m starting a bit later in life on this journey but I hope to be able to become as self sustaining as I can possibly be in the time I have left. Your videos have helped me immensely. Thank you.
I’ll be on my way in a year or two to the Appalachian mountains of North Carolina in the US. Just as soon as I can get my finances on point. That is my piece of “heaven”. Best wishes to you as always.
One of these days I plan to visit Ireland. My relatives there hail from county Donegal. Though, I have no family left there. The way you describe it sounds stunning and I would very much love to see it.
Thank you so much for sharing! My husband and i are from America and our dream is to buy a cottage in Ireland - this type of content is very helpful! Can’t wait to see your cottage !
Thanks for sharing. Living vicariously through you and others until I can make this lifestyle a reality for myself. I’ve always wanted a small parcel of land with a tiny house, a life of simplicity.
I’m from the US and 3 years ago I moved out of the city to 6 acres in a nearby rural town. I love the slower lifestyle. I’ve added many animals to my homestead and grew a garden for the first time. I DO love watching videos showing scenery from other countries. I’ve always wanted go visit Ireland... it is beautiful.
You dog is absolutely gorgeous they are almost all you need in terms of companionship 🙂 good luck with it all and can’t wait to see the before shots of the cottage.
Great video. I recently moved from South East England to Donegal, Ireland with my wife, kids and collie and have to say, so far, it has to be the best decision we ever made. Our move was made easier as we relocated to the area where my wife's parents and family grew up and still live (and have visited many many times before), but despite having people fairly near to us it's still so peaceful, calm and beautiful. We haven't undertaken a project quite to your scale but we are currently renovating our dormer bungalow and sort of camping in just a few rooms. Keep up the good work, you are an inspiration to us all.
@Paul Kilcoyne Thank you, Paul. There are many reasons why we moved. I suppose mostly as my wife wanted to be nearer her parents so we can support them as they get older but also because we love it here. As a family we've been visiting for years - my wife her entire life - and we just love the place. Compared to the South East of England it's much less crowded and fewer people means it's quieter, less traffic, smaller queues in the shops. Parking is a breeze! Housing is far cheaper as well so making a move from somewhere that has higher prices (or should I say overpriced) puts you in a better financial position. And these days, Ireland has everything the UK does - in fact my fibre broadband now is far more stable and faster than I had in England. Even schooling is better for my kids as there are fewer children to a class so they get more attention and one on one time. I really could go on and on.
Obviously, all those factors that I praise might not suit everyone else's lifestyle, but for us they are perfect.
The heat index is making it 100° here in Tennessee today with 55° humidity. It looks like heaven there where you are.
@@Kitiwake I know
Hi, I enjoy both your practical and your chatty style videos. Both are informative and helpful. All the best, Maeve in Ireland
Just simply listening to your ASMR-ish voice and ways about you, just makes my day! I hope you get lots more subscribers!
It sounds probably a bit banal, but I feel inspired... What You do embodies what I guess sits inside me too. The way You show this way of living and the harmony of Your voice are really pleasant to watch and listen to. good luck!
I just discovered your videos, you’re so helpful and sharing your knowledge. I’m glad to see your dog Mossy sharing this journey with you. There’s nothing better than having dogs and animals around, they are the most loyal companion! I love that he can be seen in your videos even when he is napping near by! 🥰🐾🌳🐶 💕
Great to see another video, always with good advises! I hope to see the cottage soon :D
Hello - I'm from the US and have a dream similar to yours of buying some land and trying my shot at sustainable living. I am looking at a property right now in the US - a farmhouse built in 1897. I agree with Deb Fryer. I'd love a tour of the cottage and some discussion around what's involved in fixing it up - like "how to's." Also I'm curious about how the solar panels work - and how much energy you get form them. Southern Illinois is probably slightly warmer than where you are, but I think it rains as much there as it does in Ireland. Anyway, best of luck to you and we are enjoying your video blogs immensely.
I so enjoy your videos and listening to you talk about your life on the small holding. You seem so happy. Greetings from Texas where it is really HOT!
By the way, I would certainly like to see and hear more about the cottage.
ALWAYS A BLESSING TO HEAR FROM YOU dear Mossy! Moss is soOOoo chill throughout this vid...he is the 'best' advertising to 'head to the Country' for not only charm, but PEACE! The inconveniences that come from dramatic changes in lifestyle, to me, are far outweighed by the ESCAPE from modern day STRESS and it's rat race. We need to GO BACK...if we are to MOVE FORWARD. We have lost 'so much' of what is TRULY of value. We have made everything 'plastic' and is plastic better? There is definitely a CRAVING for your lifestyle choices, and I am VERY PROUD of all the hard work you have accomplished...even the nice little table you are using. It is all well-thought out work, but a labor of love. Love of LIFE and an appreciation for it's Creator. Your 'attitude' Mossy, is RIPE for a life of Joy, Peace, and the Happiness, you so readily exude and share with us. You wear it well! Thank-you most kindly! God bless you, moss and all your endeavors!
Stumbled across one of your videos years ago and thought wow, that's amazing ... and a few weeks ago my mother in law was talking about this mossy bottom" guy that moved to Ireland and hes doing great things . I knew it sounded familiar... so now I'm subscribed and loving the channel fair play to you :0) myself and my wife already loving the videos , we have 2 small kiddies are trying to move house at the moment and it's proving quite difficult . Schools etc etc , the headache is real ,. Keep up the amazing work and living the dream , excellent stuff
Good info, your gardens look wonderful
I do miss your dog in this video. I look forward to the next video. As an Irish person I have respect for what you are doing. The west of Ireland is not glamorise or easy so well done.
He's there the whole time lol, in the background , out for the count .
There is a lovely cottage conversion on top of the bog hills in Co Clare,owned by one of Pink Floyd crew at one time. They took out one wall and if I recall part of roof and built a two storey box onto it with bigger windows, open plan innards but retaining a section of cottage as kitchen. It sat into the hill nicely. But not cheap!
I am glad to hear you are planning more videos. I check regularly. I think you are a natural video presenter. I want to hear about the cottage renovation as it progresses and any and everything else that is going on there. I have no thought of moving, etc. I just like to follow your story because it is a good one. Have you checked the Bealtaine Cottage website? She has so many good tips for your way of life. I like to see your dog, your gardens, your animals, trees etc. What are you learning as you renovate an old cottage?
I was thinking too about Bealtaine cottage and how its very similar to your move only Colette is now in her cottage 14 years or more. She has some great advice on her channel.
A lot of cottages over here are bought for the land they stand on,.
The old cottages are sometimes demolished to make room for new builds.
patricia daly that’s so sad to me.
We're just about to complete on our West Ireland (Co.Mayo) run down cottage on 1.6 acres! We can not wait to get over there and get started. We are in a similar position to how you started financially and intend to do the house up ourselves over the years whilst 'roughing' it and building the land up around us to become self sufficient. I am lucky to have an online job to keep some pennies coming in whilst we grow into the life. Thank you for sharing your journey - I've just subscribed and learned a lot already.
Hi, I was delighted to have a video from you today. Really the content is irrelevant, we just love seeing what you and your companion are doing now. :)
It's against Irish property law to be landlocked, so even if you buy a site without a right of way or easement, you will get one subsequently through application to the correct authority.
Thanks for making these films and answering these questions. I'd really love to have some land over there and maybe live in a Yurt or similar 🙂
Love love love your videos I'm an Early education teacher you could do storytime stories for my kids anytime, especially including Mossy they would love it,! I would love it.!😄
I recently did a giant transformation move from New England to Arizona..., not quite the same as going back to my mom's family heritage Ireland, nevertheless quite courageous I had to be..
Will make it back to Ireland again maybe to live there..?🤔
Love catching up on your videos, again best of luck to you..💞✌️🍀
lizabeth kane Congratulations on your big move from the East coast to the West coast!
oh great to see you again... please make more videos....
I'm so glad I subscribe to your channel. I now live in Virginia USA but thru out my youth I lived in rural Maine. Your property reminds me of it. I wish you well, do take care.
13:55 Great life advice, in general. Really enjoy your content. Would love to see more Q and A vids of this sort. :)
Hey mosey 😊 I am new to your channel and I’m hooked already! With the wonderful insight into your life in NW Ireland 😉 it’s fantastic to learn the things that i do about being self sufficient and having a sustainable life style . I live on the south coast of England with my two sons now fully grown 👍 it is my plan to also up sticks and relocate to a simpler life. I grow many vegetables and feel I have a low carbon footprint I enjoy aspects of being spelt sufficient however hens and vegetables is all my garden will allow ! Living a simpler life fairly isolated would be magic as I too am fairly introverted. However much depends on my two boys as they can ill afford to move out of home. All my money is tied up in my property. I am 50 years old already so sooner rather than later. Thank you so much for your inspiration and knowledge xx I am a huge fan and greatly admire what it is you do . I wish you lots of luck xx
You seem like such a kind, genuine person. I am a Dub who is planning on doing something similar to you but heading to the South of France...Really delighted to have come across you helpful site. Love your garden:-)
Gee, are you sure you want to do this ? Tax increase, yellow vest protests, bad social climate, crime statistics on the increase, economic crisis. I'm half French and very happy not to live there and would not consider moving there, certainly not now. People in southern France are not always nice. Make sure you are not going there alone so you can rely on somebody you know if things turn sour. Greetings from Belgium.