10/3/2017 13 Incredible Self-Sustaining Homes For Your Homesteading Passion

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13 Incredible Self-Sustaining Homes For

Your Homesteading Passion

October 3, 2017 By Riley E. Carlson 0 Comments

What really are self-sustaining homes? Every homesteader worth his salt knows all
about self-sustaining homes and dream of totally living off the grid. If you’re on your way
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to self-sufficiency, include these ideas, inspirations, and guide to your goal of living in
self-sustaining homes!

Self-Sustaining Homes: Tips, Ideas, And Inspirations

Self-sustaining homes are a hot topic in discussions among skeptics and optimists
alike, but I wondered how many people are actually into it. Sure, the possibilities of
being entirely independent with your food and energy sources are so awe-inspiring, plus
with the low maintenance cost, anyone would want to jump right in. I might have been a
skeptic once upon a time, but finally living off the grid afforded with a freedom I never
thought possible. If that didn’t inspire you, I’m sure these ideas, guides, and inspirations
for self-sustaining homes will.

1. Earthship Self-Sustaining Off the Grid Home

image via WorldTruth.tv

The idea is to build a home with a unique architectural concept with a purpose. This
house may seem all too modern but every curve or tilt has a purpose to it. It might be to
catch rainwater or fully receive sunlight, whether to light up the home or power a solar
panel.

2. Luxurious Off-Grid Tiny Home

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Try a small self-sustaining home or room first before you go all out in living off the
grid. This luxurious self-sustaining home has all the amenities and comfort of a larger
home. Best of all, you can take this out camping or on the road, as it’s set on a trailer
with wheels.

3. Freedom Cove

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While this self-sustaining home looks more like a dreamland than a typical place where
people live, people do manage to thrive in this amazing place. You might think this is an
overnight undertaking, but living off the grid with the help of nature is a work in progress
and a real-life adventure with all the ups and downs.

4. Floating Home

image via The Mind Unleashed

A vacation house is probably one of those luxury projects a lot of families would break
the bank for, in our quest to continually de-stress and relax. But you can consider
innovative and ingenious ways to save money through sustainable homes. Take this
luxurious looking floating house or cabin you can customize, complete with amenities
and sustainable energy source.

5. $2000 Self-Sustaining Solar Cabin

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