#1 First days at my cabin in the Italian Alps
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- I bought two historic cabins on top of a hill in Italy with the goal to renovate them and create an off grid homestead.
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Me too, I'm a re-watcher
This series has me again asking myself the question of whether it's more enriching for ones soul to see 1000 different places or to see one place, in a thousand different lights and a thousand different moods on a thousand different days and a thousand different nights.
I love how you phrased it
Well said. That is a very good question. I'm sure over a life that One Place experienced in many different ways would just as good if not better than seeing a 1000 different places. The latter would be too hectic.
I so think the 1000 ……..
What a deeply beautiful question 🤔
The experience is relative,you have a very poetic thought process .
If you found this, you found the single best thing on youtube. Congratulations. This has brought so much joy to my wife and I as we watch this in the evenings. Thank you soooo much Martijn. Calling this series a masterpiece would be an understatement.
Today, 2 years later, in episode 114, you have officially finished the first cabin. What a journey.. I am so so so very happy for you.. thanks for the ride 💚
How do you know all that you know? Carpenter, Gardner, plumber, electrician painter, builder, and a lot more ?
Yes
I'm restarting again. Wow it's 555k sub and 5.1mil views! I remember when you had like 100k
👍🏻For all of us who are here today after the episode #114 🙌🏻❤️
You made it Martijn! 26/05/2024
Just discovered your channel. I am looking forward to the rest of your videos
Discovered the channel about a year ago, and now going back to the beginning to see how the place looked originally and to appreciate how much was done before I started watching.
20 oct 2021 to 26 may 2024 what a beautiful journey 🧡
SOUL of your Grand Father is with you in that job. Great creativity you show, and great inner power as inner knowledge as your family tree going trough your blood. Nice experience and connection with nature
I respect you showing moments of struggle that are often absent from so much video blogging these days. Life is never perfect and in those moments, you rest, regather yourself, and try again. Wish you all the best on this project.
Is making the video the motivating factor ? It seems so many people are doing this . But are they genuinely inspired or doing as they've been influenced
@@chippytea. it's the great awakening that working until you can't work anymore is not living
@@davidoff59 satire
@@davidoff59 the guy literally dragged a solid wood fire surround into a hut before putting up solar. For no reason other than to give you some clips of "struggle" it's just youtube mate... That's all this was made for.
I follow you on that one. I strongly believe that watching so many movies and series have negatively altered our way to approach life. Nobody goes to pee or poo in almost any movie, doors aren't locked, nobody farts... Very freudian description but not on purpose ^^ it's just what easily comes to mind. But I guess you can see the point.
To fill in the void during the week, I started watching the first episode again!! How far you’ve come in a short 2.3 years!!!
He certainly has. I enjoy watching the first one again and seeing where he is now.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
He was lifting with his knees. Everyone liked that.
I finally found your first video! Beautiful buildings and property! Lots of work but very rewarding.
Thanks for not putting ridiculous music all the way through. I love to hear the natural sounds of landscape and activity.
I am Italian from Milan, and I am based in Australia. Watching this video makes me think what an heritage and how many beautiful spots we have in Italy and Italians ignore or are not even aware of their existence. I am grateful to people like him, valuing our land. Thank you
ciao andrea, italiano di pescara che vive a toronto canada
...yes, Italy is beautiful
Totally agree 👍
E io sono di Como per quanto belle siano le nostre zone purtroppo sono inospitali per parecchi mesi l'anno, dato il clima estremamente rigido... impossibile vivere off-grid qui a meno che non disposti ad una vita durissima e di grandi sacrifici...
@@matros1493 yeah I was wondering what this place would be like in the winter. that road must be impassible and that’s quite a hill to get up and down. Maybe he’s gonna put in a zip line 😂
I have seen all of the videos that have been uploaded. It’s now very interesting to come back and watch this first video. The progress that has been made is hard to comprehend. A great deal of hard work has been done and so much has changed.
Watching this on week 109. You really have gotten a lot stronger since this was filmed.
When I grew up I used to visit my grandfather in Italy, he would have used those 2 homes to keep his sheep, as he rotated them eating grass all over the hills. Keep them there at night, then return in the morning. We sold milk and cheeses. I miss it. Beautiful spot you have.
@@imaloose yes! Italy is old, great history, so glad he is sharing this. I never seen a good snow storm but my dad said when he was a kid they measured them in meters, not inches or feet lol.
Reminds me at ZeroZeroZero but without he maffia haha
as an italian I'm so glad to lear that people having my background, whose ancestors moved away, are still in love with the old country!
@@korbandallas8931 To be fair, it would be strange for a european to measure anything in inches or feet ^^
@@MaMastoast very true, I was a kid and it was explained that way for me to understand, being born in the states.
Savagely painful to watch because I always wanted to do this after a life of building, with a love of stone. The roof! Those slabs of rock, the precision stonework. Genius and passion frozen in time. You are a lucky man indeed.
You are so right, savagely painful to watch, but so rewarding when it's finally cleaned up and livable. Then come all the niceties.
The fact that building nowadays is an impossible thing to do if you don’t have the money. It doesn’t even matter where you live anymore, it’s that expensive. It’s just sad. So many of us probably would love to have their own home to live in
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Do it then man.
Reminds me of the huge slate slabs used to roof some old properties in Tintagel, Cornwall.
Love your show! My husband and I live in a Tiny home cabin in WV USA. I love it. Planning to add solar panels and water drums to make it more sustainable.
Just te-watch this episode after more than two years …. It feel quite strange to recall the humble beginnings of this epic journey.
When you watch videos of this type of activity that are made in North America, when the person stops for a coffee break it's invariably instant, which yields tasteless brown dishwater. But this gentleman breaks out his Bialetti so he can percolate real ground beans. From that moment on, I was hooked!
Just rewatching the start having enjoyed the latest episode…. My goodness it brings it home just how far you have come….. amazing.
I've followed this channel for a long, long time. Think i subscribed by the 3rd or 4th video. I had forgotten how much work the place needed. Very cool to watch this knowing how things are now in Spring of 2024.
Offline is the new luxury
I love this. I'm a descendant from the Waldenses who were from the Italian alps. There is a Cardon homestead somewhere near this area
God bless you Mrti, what you are doing is wonderful!🙂👋👋👋
After reviewing this video of your arrival we can really see the amazing effort that you've put into your home project...you've truly great patience,and special skills to do it alone !...
Hé martijn, helemaal aan je verknocht geraakt. Het hele plaatje iets wat iedereen wil. Maar niet doet, dus bij deze bedankt dat ik mag mee genieten.
Just started watching, beautiful place and the views are outstanding. Absolutely subscribed.
I can feel piece and quiet. I can smell the soil. No background music. No one talking fast and alaud. Love it. WTF I'm even weeping.
How wonderful to see your progress from the beginning again. Magnificent work Martijn.❤
This is free therapy thanks man
As an older American I've found myself astonished at amount of work you've taken on and done so meticulously . Thank you for you commitment to skills so well done and interesting to watch. Thank you!!
I love watching your series, keep up the great work. Like many people I have a couple of suggestions. First of all, don't use metal on your Teflon frying pan, you wreck the Teflon and you'll eat it, which isn't healthy. Second, save the water after you wash dishes and so forth. Throw it on your garden and it will deter bugs and help give nutrients. Finally, there are often the sounds of raptors in the air and many other birds and you seem never to notice them. I'm simply putting out there that you might become a little bit more of a birdwatcher, because you are in bird watching heaven. Carry on, I've learned a ton from you!!!
Its only been 2 years... amazing
Посмотрела уже 113 сюжет и начала смотреть сначала, завораживающее документальное зрелище!
Re-watching the first episode at the homestead. Martijn just rebuilt the campsite and outdoor kitchen after the terrible storm.
What a great beginning! All the hall marks are here: staggering drone shots of unspeakable beauty; Martijn's work ethic and serious skills in full view.
Johannes the Priest just over the mountain. And the vistas of Val Pellice a constant astonishing presence.
Easily my favorite TH-cam subscription!
Thanks Martijn!
Just a friendly tip for the future. The trolley is designed to be pulled up the steps.
I’m hooked!
This Man is living his dream. I wish I could mine but things didn't turn out well for me. Maybe one day things will turn around.
My best. Enjoy.
Ik heb een saaie kantoorbaan en deze filmpjes zijn zo bevredigend om te kijken terwijl ik m'n lunch eet!
I am an avid viewer and it’s interesting to go back to the beginning. Tremendous work, Martjin
Back enjoying the first episode after I have watched the 108 yesterday. Astonishing to see how far he went, and remembering from where he started.
Funny how you said next spring start on the other building. How time flies.
started by watching the 3 hour, and decided to check the channel. SO MUCH MORE content on this playlist of the full episodes. beautiful location, fantastic property, and excellent vision of what you want from it.
Watch it all. Enriching. Educational. Love that it show the grid of all the small tasks it take to build this life. Fair play Martijn.
This reminds me of the day I moved into my Cabin, nobody had lived in it for over 20 years, and mine needed a lot of work too, there was all kinds of junk in the yard, tires, refrigerator, wire, junk.and my Cabin never had the Gorgeous view you have, but I did have a nice river 100 feet away
Amazing to re watch this and see what your achievef
you could not have chosen a more beautiful place to start your new adventure. Subscribed!
Is it only me or this is just refreshing to watch... I like that there is no background music just you and the sound of the wind, work...this is amazing project and wish you all the best...
Amen to no music that is loud and drowns out what’s said. I like the sounds of nature and what’s going on too.
agreed agreed! love it when creators have a feel for when music would just be in the way :)
It is refreshing
Hits a challenge @08:17 ...turns to the view....all is well
That was like therapy watching that. Felt so emerged into the surroundings and a tad envious at what will he such a beautiful simple life, which we all now crave! Waking up to that view!! Wow!
A beautiful painting come to life. A dream come true.
Bravo on getting the stove inside from the car. That did not look easy.
Martijn, watching from the beginning, what a transformation with the help of your good friends! I caught your channel around episode 60-ish. We are honored to follow your story and cheer you on! Best wishes
I really like that you show the real picture. That you show when things go wrong for you, not giving a false expectation that everything will just go right in life but instead showing that shit happens and life goes on. Feels like a very honest account of your experiences
You are living the dream
Ho scoperto il tuo canale ora.
Essendo nata nell' ospedale Valdese di Torre -Pellice, mi è nata la curiosità di seguirti.
Purtroppo non ho mai vissuto nel paese natìo e ci sono state solo 3 volte. Ma tornerò presto. Non ho radici lì, ci sono solo nata perché ero figlia illegittima e nel 1950 era una cosa da nascondere.
Sono luoghi splendidi. È bello vedere che persone provenienti da Paesi diversi apprezzino le nostre montagne. Grazie ❤️
I am going to enjoy watching your progress. I would have put the stove at an angle into the corner fir a better distribution of heat. Tk u. 👍🇿🇦
I enjoy natural sound not background music. So thanks for that. I'd love your way of life.
I saw you in episode 38 and now I'll start with episode 1
2nd time viewing from 9 October 03. I have enjoyed every moment of your journey from biking until today. I can’t tell you how much I admire you. What you have achieved is truly miraculous. Thank you
I stumbled upon your videos as I recuperate with long-COVID syndrome. The long-COVID journey has been a discouraging 12 months, so far. Your story inspires me. I love your determination to use traditional materials and traditional ways. I love your being so grounded in the natural terrain and beauty. I love the presence and attention to detail which permeates all that you are doing. Thank you for sharing your journey. It is a peaceful, bright, hopeful spark ... in a sometimes discouraging world. :)
I just saw your last post and it's amazing to see what you have achieved in the last two years!
tis nice. Could pick up a Solar Panel and a few LED lights.
Good luck! I have a property in Tuscany, but much more established. Can I suggest that you start with infrastructure and get an even, flat path layed down to move your items to the house. That will make everything so much easier as you move materials and supplies. Don't underestimate how much easier this will make it! Also, less risk of twisting an ankle or knee and stopping you working all together!
I totally get you. I have a small cabin in the woods and the joy I felt the first night in my cabin was unbelievable.
Freedom!!!
I’ve thought I followed you from the beginning, but actually missed ep 1 and 2… watching them now is a lot of fun!
❤ i liké this place
Dear Martijn, thank you for sharing this with us. It has helped me with my depression. I love all the progress you've made and the fortitude you have in building your home. It inspires me to change my life in some way. Don't know what that will be yet, but to live someplace where I can find solace and beauty in nature. I was a landscaper for 20 years and various other jobs as well so I appreciate the heavy work you're doing. Thank you again. You're very brave. Your coffee looks delicious!
Awesome production value, this is really something that stands out on TH-cam, taking the time to experience the moment. I grew up close to the Alps, and this video feels like I am there. It's rare these days that one doesn't feel the urge to click to the next video.
It looks wonderful there. I wonder how one finds land like that. Amazing
Thanks for abstaining from putting background music. Beautiful video
Riiiicccoooollllaaaaa!!!!
We found this purely by accident and immediately became obsessed watching it. I love both ends of enriching livestyles...whether its an English Manor /French Chateau or a mountainside rustic cabin!
As another commenter,Peeerly, stated, I too am captivated with your videos. It is so calming and refreshing to watch and I love that there is no background music, just the natural sounds of the work and nature around you. I can’t wait to see them all. I wish you all the best in this adventure.
What a lovely experience...
Doesn't look like alot of sunshine, more shade
This popped up on my feed and I decided to give it a go.
We are really enjoying this series, the scenery is amazing, love the drone footage, the stone cottages are so cute.
It’s a huge undertaking for you but you seem to enjoy it and that’s all that matters. :)
I am always amazed at the craftsmanship in dry stone construction. So sturdy and lasts forever. Looking forward to seeing you make it into a cozy home. GREAT PROJECT!
ive got so much admiration for hard working men. i can only watch. its not easy
C'est un maison magnifique et un zones..... belle.... J'espère que tu vivre une belle soirée
So much fun to return to the beginning and compare it to how far you have come!
I would strongly advise the purchase of wood cooking stove (cucina economica); it will heat very efficiently and economically as well as providing a large cooking surface and oven. Some models have a hot water container as well. They are very popular for mountain houses (like mine). Beautiful place and beautiful structures, by-the-way. Good luck with the renovation and enjoy.
I live in the mountains of Colorado at an elevation of 8200 feet and I use a wood cook stove all the time to heat my homestead and cook on.
Yeah, and check beforehand how many KwH the stove is said to have, because they do not all have the same heating capacity ;)
As a woman without construction skills, I could never manage by myself in the middle of the mountains. It's so beautiful out there, and peaceful, away from the chaotic society. Don't you get lonely all by yourself? When global crisis hits this Earth, you will be definitely safe from all dangerous situations, like crime, accident, sickness and disease,. Where are you from? I am french and my dream is to live a simple life in the Italy or France Alps! Bonne continuation !
I love the sound of the trees blowing
The humanity, the humility and the picturesque beauty is wonderful to watch. I wish you every success on the journey Martijn. Sláinte from the emerald isle of Éire.
Lovely comment ❤🇮🇪
Just found your channel. Absolutely fascinating! Can't wait to see the rest of the series :) Greetings from Germany.
I like that,my Father was 82nd Airborne Paratrooper Normandy.love it.
Grazie.
Watching ep 1 again after a year - great to see the progress knowing what is to come. Great work!
Wow this popped up on my timeline and had to find episode 1. What a beautiful intro, and camerawork combined with the music. Just gorgeous. Looks like you have a new subscriber!
Godspeed to you.
Wonderful. And no music... ah, thank you.
The stone roof is amazing. First thing I noticed. I work with stone and my eye was immediately drawn to them. Those stone buildings are gems.
Martijn, my ancestors were Waldensians, and lived in Prarostino (Borgata Cardoni). I also have a couple of ancestors from Rora. I went to visit in 2018, and their abandoned village looked exactly like your property--dry stacked stone cottages and barns with slate roofs. So glad I found your channel--I will subscribe, and see you in Italy the next time I visit!
@@MuirWoods111 WOW! Dude had Italian grandparents. Truly a wonder.
@@MuirWoods111 It has been really interesting to learn about the people and area--happy I found Martijn's YT channel.
I’ve admired the history of the Waldensians for quite a few years. That’s a great ancestry. They were true to God and the bible.
as an italian I'm so glad to lear that people having my background, whose ancestors moved away, are still in love with the old country!
@@d8889 Absolutely! I have tried for years to claim Italian citizenship by ancestry, but unfortunately I am too many generations removed. Would love to be able to freely live and work there, and then pass it on to my children. I will be back.
WOW... WHAT A VIEW.. Congratulations my brother...
We love to watch your videos, thank you so much! Marcus and Nicole, Cologne❤🔨🪓🌱
I'd love to have done this. I was looking at something like this prior to my heart attack. I don't think it will ever happen now. Not because I have any long term issues with my heart, but the risk factor of any further issues.
Keep the video's coming. I would love to see the finished product and the life-style of that.