I've fixed up a couple places that after they were complete I believed it would have been less costly to knock them down and rebuild. I never took the time to pencil the alternatives out. In both instances it would have been difficult or impossible to get a permit to rebuild on the same footprint. Once because of side yard setbacks and once because the old cabin (fishing shack) was only 22 feet from the lake and regulations now require a 75' setback from the lake.
@@noyopacific Funny how government regulations seem to primarily serve to drive up the cost of everything, and therefore increase tax revenue, while providing essentially zero tangible benefits in nigh-on all cases.
We watched another channel where a young man did like you with an old hunting cabin on his property. After several weekends invested in methodically pulling off the various layers and getting to studs, he tore the whole thing down. Saved material worth saving. Hauled off the rest. Started with a new, larger foundation.
In a world full of short form content, Constant overstimulation, and general noise- your channel is such a welcome change of pace. Keep up the great work, all the best from (very wet!) Britain!
My dad was an electrician, he built his own home on 10 acres. Decades after he died my brother and I drove out to the house, we told the resident our dad built the place, he asked us who the heck he got to do the electrics because they were so "unique". We just smiled.
A man that takes his own advice. Be radical. I love your attitude. 60 years ago someone did the same. Built a cabin in the woods with re purposed throw away stuff, and enjoyed just being in nature. Ultimate recycle. You see potential, some see . . .work. A good four letter word. I admire you.
My dad was a practical man. There wasn't much he couldn't do. He didn't own things that weren't useful. That came to the animals we raised for food. No horses for us, they were a liability. Cows, pigs, chickens, and rabbits were our homestead, hunting before the city closed in around us. It is so refreshing to see your joy in being practical and having useful ingenuity! Love watching your channel. Have been for years. Thanks for sharing!!!
I had family members who raised their 2 girls on a large farm in a small 2 bedroom old house. The kitchen was the largest room as the original owner had to have space to feed harvest hands, as did my family. They drove the same 1940s tractor and 1950s car and never put unnecessary money into the house. The girls married and moved away. When they sold the farm in favor of traveling in an RV I was shocked at how well they had done saving for retirement. Auntie was dripping in expensive jewelry and they traveled extensively wherever the notion took them well into their 80s when Unc passed. She stayed traveling between the two daughters alone until she passed at near 90, leaving each girl a tidy inheritance. Just goes to show, you never know what's behind four walls. Could be a jewel or two.
Looking forward to seeing this project progress. Many people are advising you to bulldoze it but I disagree. You are teaching something really valuable. Resourcefulness and creativity, that's what makes you and your channel great ! Never change Dave
Personally, when doing renovation projects, I hesitate to use my wood stove to burn reclaimed wood products that are painted, stained or highly processed due to the toxins that are emitted as they burn. Pollution comes at us from every direction these days, and I try to be very careful about what I breath and eat. I sure do enjoy your content Dave and will continue to support your channel.
I am so looking forward to this rebuild. Your attitude toward a big task is great. I wish I had that type of attitude toward my little projects. Thank You !!!!
those people that built that house may not have had the "know how", but they sure had the "can do" attitude. i imagine them being proud. trying to raise a family. trying to get by in the world. i actually know some old timers who grew up dirt poor like that. no running water, no electricity. they turned out very successful. excited to see how this new project of yours goes Dave. God bless.
This house seems to me like it was an off grid vacation property. Someone bought the land cheap and wanted to spend more time on it, so they built this house.
I commented on Brooke’s channel awhile ago on the subject of this cabin. We bought an almost identical horror movie type cabin on beautiful property a few years ago. This summer, my husband and I started to peel away the layers and found the exact situation. Rot everywhere, three jacks holding the floor up and layers of shingles and nails. Anyway, we did a controlled burn with the volunteer fire department and now we have a flat lovely spot to either build a pole barn for our camper or start a new log cabin. Clean slate! We knew ours was too far gone. I cried when my husband said that we needed to burn it. I was so hoping that we could do something with it. Now I’m glad he suggested it. My mind is going crazy with all of the possibilities. Love your family’s channels. Always, always entertaining and informative!
There is a place across the creek from me with just 2 acres, that I almost bought. It was bought by a couple from out of the area and they are doing the same thing you are. They use this house as a base for riding atvs, they gutted the inside and are now replacing the seals, it's closed up with heat and they now stay there while they work. Great video Dave, can't wait for the series of fixing this up.
Well, One thing I've learned while watching you through the years, if anyone can turn lemons into lemonade, it's you. Look forward to seeing what you create here.
Dave, you have some of the best videos on RUclips. I have learned so much watching your videos over the years. I cannot wait to see the rest of this series.
I have watched a lot of RUclips building channels. Your channel is not only the most entertaining, but it reminds me of the projects my deceased brother and I tackled together. Good times. Thanks for your skills!
As always thank you for the inspiration and instruction. I’ve learnd a lot from watching you and Brooke. Saved a lot of money and enjoy the buildings you have taught me to build. This ol’ dog has learned a lot of new tricks in four years. 61 and still learning. Thanks and God bless the work of your hands.
I’ve been chomping on the bit to see you guys get to work on this absolute unit of a cabin. Good luck and stay safe, look forward to future videos ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Oh my gosh what a cool project! The before and after will be killer! It's so picturesque! Perfect chimney pipe and smoke! All the cozy feels! And I love your old bay mug! Best crab and fish seasoning!
Trying to fix that old thing will be interesting to see, but honestly he probably would have been better to tear it down and build something new where the termites and rot haven't moved in yet - just imho.
Poor ole house, she has a Heart. She kept ppl warm and safe. She stood the test of time, good and bad. Keep on, you'll find it again. She just needs your "Magic Touch"!! ❤😊
If there's a will there is a way and you sir have the will to make that way. 😉 You and your wife awesome this is why I enjoy watching and learning from both of you so much. Hey thanks for bringing us all along. Happy safe building.
O boy....I've been looking forward to seeing some progress on that.....mess!!!??? Wow, there's alot to be fixed!! That wood burner you made is so cool...genius!! And, I used the word genius before you said it!!!😂😂😂
After finding too many surprises on too many remods on old/abandoned cabin/home projects, I simply go straight to repurposing as much as possible materials-wise and bonfire/bulldozing the rest then start fresh. A lot less time/labor - and it almost pencils in as a a push on materials costs, not to mention we can design/build what we really want instead of having to go off someone else's less than desirable leftovers. More power to you though Dave for taking things like this head on and full tilt! I do admire in awe your resolve and determination and that of your family. Manuia!!!
Great video! I wish I had you guys to come help me redo a 100-year-old collapsed building that I am in the process of rebuilding in Happy, Texas! It's great to see you back with a new video.
Dave, I’m right there with you. Just one day at a time, one room at a time, and one job at a time. If you keep on working, it’s amazing how much you can get done. A man with a meaningful why can endure any how!
OKAY Bushy this is a worthy project. Something about seeing the view out your door and the smoke rising from the roof makes all the rest seem positive. This is going to be an exciting job to see what you do each time.
This building is a complete tear down. In the spring when there is a dry spell, then bring in a used double wide manufactured home as your main building.
Whooo Dave. This ones a mess for sure. But you and Brooke absolutely can make a silk purse out of these properties. Yes, burning all that scrap to be comfortable, in a homemade stove, is genius. No doubt.
you and your family are the right people for this tremendous project. mercy, the previous owners and four legged tenants had some interesting ingenuity.... looking forward to watching you rebuild this cabin. i imagine it's gonna become a great place. continued blessings.🕊
Quite, spoken with great wisdom. A rare thing to find anymore! People are all worried about pollution etc. but noise pollution is out of hand and no one cares!
Yeah it looks like a disaster but she’s got good bones! You and Brooke are gonna have lots of content material outta this one! Thanks for taking us on the journey!
Wonderful progress. I love your idea of chucking stove-sized pieces of molding into your wood stove to eliminate it. Warmth and solves the disposal problem well. Best wishes to you and your family in 2025!
I'm not sure whether you are a genius or crazy but your attitude is admirable. Reminds me of the song Me and Bobby McGee- "Freedom's just another word for nothing left to lose". And then you light the stove.
That aluminum is used in roll up doors /gates, previous owner probably has free access to it because it’s expensive. That’s a great project, I’ve done a few just like that in less desirable places. I’d do this one just to be in the woods all day.
That was my reaction too - nobody would buy stuff like that to do that job - he obviously either took it piece by piece when nobody was looking, or had some other way to "acquire" it, but almost guaranteed he did not buy it for this job !
Man you crack me up. “Nothing like taking a bunch of junk and setting it on fire.” So glad the smoke was only coming from the chimney! I wonder if the porcupines were trying to keep their teeth filed and not actually eating the sheet rock? Hey, there you go, recycle that wood and have your coffee too. ❤
Another wonderful video. I have learned so many new things watching your videos. I am fixing to start remodeling my Granny's house. You videos always give me encouragement to get working. And that Old Bay coffee cup, I need one.
This is gonna be one heck of a series to follow! My dad bought a cabin in this condition back in 1999 and spent eight years restoring it. It was so bad that you couldn't step on the floors in certain parts of it and one of the walls just fell into the yard when he leaned on it. It was a helluva job, but worth it! If you ever get a Discord server running I'll share some photos with you!
I am here for it....I've been waiting for this for some time now. My husband and I bought a small retirement project farmhouse that I thought was in bad shape but this takes the cake. At least yours is in a more perfect location. This one is on a little country road and I don't do roads. I don't want the 2 cars that go by a day to be able to see me...I haven't lived in sight of a road for so long I just can't do it. We will build on back side of the 30 acres and use the house as a garage/ barn. Good luck to ya...I feel your pain. Remember, it's just work. And it's so quiet!
I totally understand! When we were looking for land, the requisite was to hike to the middle of the property and stop and listen carefully. If there was any vehicle noise, that tract was off the table!
I do the same at my cabin right now. it's like watching myself from the side :) same issues (roten walls, dust, stove heating) drinking tea and watching to wildlife from roten window. good luck
Dave you definitely make all your projects enjoyable and seems like piece of cake thanks to your experience and out of the box thinking and doing it brilliantly. Love your videos as always
Finally! So excited to see the continuation of this 'disaster'. Really love how the whole family is going to be involved! (Belle can bring coffee service to the woods?!) Looking forward to the progress.
Good to see you back at this poor little abandoned cabin. Great pic with the smoke coming out of the chimney and the holes in the walls and glassless windows. lol I am looking forward to seeing what magic you do for this little house.💗
You’ve taken on quite the challenge with this off-grid cabin rehab! Between the excessive rot and situations no one’s ever seen before, this crew is tackling it all like true Possum Lodge pros. With enough duct tape and determination, there’s no disaster you can’t handle, eh?!
Well Dave your humor and optimism is wonderful as for me I would have had a good cry then rented a big front loader and tore it down and started from scratch , I had to replace 3 floor joist in my home because I didn’t know the ac drain wasn’t draining apparently it had been like that for years and since it didn’t leak out onto my floors for me to see it yeah what a nightmare, but I have a remodeled bathroom and will be laying new toung and grove flooring through out home just takes along time as hubby and I work so every other weekend we get to work on home. Who cares not like anyone drives this far to visit us lol
I was waiting for you to start this house….i am here for all of it. You are the uncle / cousin that everyone has all ways doing some project. Can’t wait for the finished project. Have a great day. 😊
That's how I get rid of all my old trailers while I restore them. Slowly it all goes through the burn barrel. Next year I'll have a wood stove in the living room and then my old trailer wood will supply that. I've remodeled older and more screwed up houses David. This will be fun. Time consuming but fun.
I bought my property for $50 back in 2013… it too was a disaster. But lot alone is worth it. I watched your cabin videos to get a feel for what I want to replace the old place with. I been lucky to get some extra money from metal. Thanks for all you do Dave.
I renovated a couple of condos and I'm fixing up a house to sell now. It all paid off, but it's pretty lonely work. I also tore down an old camping trailer on my new property that reminds me of this cabin. I think I got about $80 for the thin aluminum siding that it had on it, but you should a lot more for those thick pieces. My new neighbors are great. I don't want to be ALL alone, I just want to have people near me that I get along with, and I think I found it in western PA.
Dave, you have the best attitude. Down to earth and easy does it. Your humor while renovating this property is your signature trademark. I enjoy all your video content.
I like what you’re doing burning all the stuff instead of sending it to a landfill the smell will go away and look at all you kept out of the landfill great job. I look forward to seeing a whole video and how it comes out at the end. thanks for sharing. I’m 73. I couldn’t do that now, but it’s nice to see what other people can still dofor now merry Christmas
Frankly, I would have very seriously considered recycling the aluminum, bulldozing the rest, and starting over.
Thanks for the content Dave!
+ 1 Seeing the work is fascinating but yea, I'm thinking "bring on the bulldozer"
I've fixed up a couple places that after they were complete I believed it would have been less costly to knock them down and rebuild. I never took the time to pencil the alternatives out. In both instances it would have been difficult or impossible to get a permit to rebuild on the same footprint. Once because of side yard setbacks and once because the old cabin (fishing shack) was only 22 feet from the lake and regulations now require a 75' setback from the lake.
@@noyopacific Funny how government regulations seem to primarily serve to drive up the cost of everything, and therefore increase tax revenue, while providing essentially zero tangible benefits in nigh-on all cases.
I would seriously doubt its worth the investment, since the property is in the middle of nowhere and building costs are way up.
Ditto
"Or it'll burn down and that will also solve my problems"😂
So funny. ❣️🍀
LOL... 😂 Ahhh insurance fraud...
@@alejandropacheco7832Something tells me that there's no insurance on that sh!thole.
@@alejandropacheco7832there’s no insurance on a place like that.
Hahaha 😂
We watched another channel where a young man did like you with an old hunting cabin on his property. After several weekends invested in methodically pulling off the various layers and getting to studs, he tore the whole thing down. Saved material worth saving. Hauled off the rest. Started with a new, larger foundation.
That place is really borderline between fixing and bulldozing. Good luck Dave!
No doubt for me. I'd flatten it and start a fresh.
@TribbleDude It might damage the dozer.😉
Clearly leaning over onto bulldoze....
I vote for the bulldozer!
@@billclisham8668 You guys are discounting Dave's genius!
In a world full of short form content, Constant overstimulation, and general noise- your channel is such a welcome change of pace. Keep up the great work, all the best from (very wet!) Britain!
Awesome comment
he's def. got the needed skills !
I bet someone Frankensteined this thing together using leftovers of other construction projects
Exactly, that "baseboard" looks awfully like turn of the century door and window casing
That's what it looks like.
That what my dad would have done.
Exactly what I thought too!
My dad was an electrician, he built his own home on 10 acres. Decades after he died my brother and I drove out to the house, we told the resident our dad built the place, he asked us who the heck he got to do the electrics because they were so "unique". We just smiled.
A man that takes his own advice. Be radical. I love your attitude. 60 years ago someone did the same. Built a cabin in the woods with re purposed throw away stuff, and enjoyed just being in nature. Ultimate recycle. You see potential, some see . . .work. A good four letter word. I admire you.
I admire him too. 😊
My dad was a practical man. There wasn't much he couldn't do. He didn't own things that weren't useful. That came to the animals we raised for food. No horses for us, they were a liability. Cows, pigs, chickens, and rabbits were our homestead, hunting before the city closed in around us. It is so refreshing to see your joy in being practical and having useful ingenuity! Love watching your channel. Have been for years. Thanks for sharing!!!
I had family members who raised their 2 girls on a large farm in a small 2 bedroom old house. The kitchen was the largest room as the original owner had to have space to feed harvest hands, as did my family. They drove the same 1940s tractor and 1950s car and never put unnecessary money into the house. The girls married and moved away. When they sold the farm in favor of traveling in an RV I was shocked at how well they had done saving for retirement. Auntie was dripping in expensive jewelry and they traveled extensively wherever the notion took them well into their 80s when Unc passed. She stayed traveling between the two daughters alone until she passed at near 90, leaving each girl a tidy inheritance. Just goes to show, you never know what's behind four walls. Could be a jewel or two.
Looking forward to seeing this project progress. Many people are advising you to bulldoze it but I disagree. You are teaching something really valuable. Resourcefulness and creativity, that's what makes you and your channel great ! Never change Dave
I agree new construction isn't always the best idea ❤
Personally, when doing renovation projects, I hesitate to use my wood stove to burn reclaimed wood products that are painted, stained or highly processed due to the toxins that are emitted as they burn. Pollution comes at us from every direction these days, and I try to be very careful about what I breath and eat. I sure do enjoy your content Dave and will continue to support your channel.
Absolutely
Nothing says warm and cozy like a bit of smoke curling from a chimney. I can’t wait to see how this whole process goes - I’m here for all of it! ❤😊
Yes, especially when you don't have a good section of a wall. Warm, cozy and breezy.
Let the fire spread !!!!
That aluminium is an old roller shutter, I used to work on them and I recognise them, you'll get a good price for them down at the scrap yard.
Was looking for this comment.
I was thinking a semi trailer side???
Thanks@RobalLdz
@@clintonroushff7068yeh looks almost like semi trailer refrigeration box siding. Very very strong.
Yep, the metal siding looks like industrial roll-up doors.
Im thinking that they are roll-up doors for commercial/industrial applications.
Oh my goodness, Light a match! 😂. Your plan is ingenious. I can’t wait to see where this build goes. Whatever it is I know it will be great!
That was my thought. Just torch it and start over. But I know he's not going to give up a challenge.
When you said “the quiet is worth it” I really felt that. I live in a city and can’t wait to move somewhere quiet!
Oh man, that's a teardown if there ever was one. Respect to you for taking on that project. Looking fwd to the next one. Cheers
My only complaint is that the video isn't 8 hours long, because I could consume these videos ALL DAY.
Get a life bro
You are amazing, Dave. Love your videos, so I'm glad you have a new project we can watch you conquer. Stay safe, warm and God bless.
I am so looking forward to this rebuild. Your attitude toward a big task is great. I wish I had that type of attitude toward my little projects. Thank You !!!!
those people that built that house may not have had the "know how", but they sure had the "can do" attitude. i imagine them being proud. trying to raise a family. trying to get by in the world. i actually know some old timers who grew up dirt poor like that. no running water, no electricity. they turned out very successful. excited to see how this new project of yours goes Dave. God bless.
This house seems to me like it was an off grid vacation property. Someone bought the land cheap and wanted to spend more time on it, so they built this house.
I suppose the house worked out fine for long enough.
If those walls could speak , I bet they would have a long strange and wonderful story to tell.
I commented on Brooke’s channel awhile ago on the subject of this cabin. We bought an almost identical horror movie type cabin on beautiful property a few years ago. This summer, my husband and I started to peel away the layers and found the exact situation. Rot everywhere, three jacks holding the floor up and layers of shingles and nails. Anyway, we did a controlled burn with the volunteer fire department and now we have a flat lovely spot to either build a pole barn for our camper or start a new log cabin. Clean slate! We knew ours was too far gone. I cried when my husband said that we needed to burn it. I was so hoping that we could do something with it. Now I’m glad he suggested it. My mind is going crazy with all of the possibilities. Love your family’s channels. Always, always entertaining and informative!
Smart. You spend more time on demolition garbage to save garbage. Easier to just start fresh.
we got $200 from a scrap metal place for the roof, kept the two wood doors and the burn was free. Took two hours and the house was gone.
There is a place across the creek from me with just 2 acres, that I almost bought. It was bought by a couple from out of the area and they are doing the same thing you are. They use this house as a base for riding atvs, they gutted the inside and are now replacing the seals, it's closed up with heat and they now stay there while they work. Great video Dave, can't wait for the series of fixing this up.
Well, One thing I've learned while watching you through the years, if anyone can turn lemons into lemonade, it's you. Look forward to seeing what you create here.
Dave, you have some of the best videos on RUclips. I have learned so much watching your videos over the years. I cannot wait to see the rest of this series.
I have watched a lot of RUclips building channels. Your channel is not only the most entertaining, but it reminds me of the projects my deceased brother and I tackled together. Good times. Thanks for your skills!
As always thank you for the inspiration and instruction. I’ve learnd a lot from watching you and Brooke. Saved a lot of money and enjoy the buildings you have taught me to build. This ol’ dog has learned a lot of new tricks in four years. 61 and still learning. Thanks and God bless the work of your hands.
I am so excited to see you finally starting this project. It looks like they used whatever they had available and combined it with everything else.
I’ve been chomping on the bit to see you guys get to work on this absolute unit of a cabin. Good luck and stay safe, look forward to future videos
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Wow, great project! Take your time and make awesome videos. This will be an interesting series of videos. Thank you beforehand for all of them.
Oh my gosh what a cool project! The before and after will be killer! It's so picturesque! Perfect chimney pipe and smoke! All the cozy feels! And I love your old bay mug! Best crab and fish seasoning!
Using the old materials as heating fuel is a big win. Solves several problems all at once.
I loved this video Dave, I hope we will get a lot of updates on this project over the winter.
I loved this property and it's potential. I am so glad we get to come along for the ride
Nice 👌. Going to be a good series sir. Glad your son is home for Christmas. God bless
Burning as you go... genius. This is great to watch. Love it.
Dave, You are right, Quiet is worth it. Nice to meet a Man who is at peace with Himself and what He does. Nice Video, thanx.😃
Nice to see this project up & running. Looking forward to updates throughout the entire rebuild!
I too spend time alone with my bad decisions.
Trying to fix that old thing will be interesting to see, but honestly he probably would have been better to tear it down and build something new where the termites and rot haven't moved in yet - just imho.
Story of my life! 🤣🤣🤣
The wisdom of a formerly married man?
Wow, it is a mess!!! Can't wait for the next episode. Been looking forward to seeing what you do with the property from the beginning. 😊
Poor ole house, she has a Heart. She kept ppl warm and safe. She stood the test of time, good and bad. Keep on, you'll find it again. She just needs your "Magic Touch"!! ❤😊
Lovely sentiment.
I agree. 🙂
I've seen houses on the market for sale in worse condition than this.
If there's a will there is a way and you sir have the will to make that way. 😉 You and your wife awesome this is why I enjoy watching and learning from both of you so much. Hey thanks for bringing us all along. Happy safe building.
Looking Forward to all the progress you are going to make! 😊
O boy....I've been looking forward to seeing some progress on that.....mess!!!??? Wow, there's alot to be fixed!! That wood burner you made is so cool...genius!! And, I used the word genius before you said it!!!😂😂😂
I thought it burned down after seeing the thumbnail.
Probably woulda been the best thing 😂
Same
Same
I thought that too.😅
This is great can't wait to see what you do with this property.
I Love how resourceful you are Dave.. great video, I cant wait to see the results of all your hard work
After finding too many surprises on too many remods on old/abandoned cabin/home projects, I simply go straight to repurposing as much as possible materials-wise and bonfire/bulldozing the rest then start fresh. A lot less time/labor - and it almost pencils in as a a push on materials costs, not to mention we can design/build what we really want instead of having to go off someone else's less than desirable leftovers.
More power to you though Dave for taking things like this head on and full tilt! I do admire in awe your resolve and determination and that of your family. Manuia!!!
Great video! I wish I had you guys to come help me redo a 100-year-old collapsed building that I am in the process of rebuilding in Happy, Texas! It's great to see you back with a new video.
Dave, I’m right there with you. Just one day at a time, one room at a time, and one job at a time. If you keep on working, it’s amazing how much you can get done. A man with a meaningful why can endure any how!
OKAY Bushy this is a worthy project. Something about seeing the view out your door and the smoke rising from the roof makes all the rest seem positive. This is going to be an exciting job to see what you do each time.
Quiet is worth the effort, I agree. When you get to someplace that is so quiet, it captures your attention.
This building is a complete tear down. In the spring when there is a dry spell, then bring in a used double wide manufactured home as your main building.
I always thought it was so cool to see an old cabin in the woods and seeing the smoke coming out the top. Looks so cool
This one is definitely a good candidate for seeing smoke coming out of the top...and the walls...and....
@scottsatterthwaite4073 absolutely lol or the entire thing is a burn pile
I am enjoying you renovate? This old house. It is nice to see someone who is willing to put the time and energy into it. Good luck
Whooo Dave. This ones a mess for sure. But you and Brooke absolutely can make a silk purse out of these properties. Yes, burning all that scrap to be comfortable, in a homemade stove, is genius. No doubt.
Brilliant and radical solution to warmth and disposal ... most excellent!
Wife and I really enjoy the channel and as Marylanders, we loved seeing the Old Bay mug. Stay Radical.
Been watching this old cabin from the start, can’t wait to see the next video(s). Keep em coming!👍🏻
you and your family are the right people for this tremendous project. mercy, the previous owners and four legged tenants had some interesting ingenuity.... looking forward to watching you rebuild this cabin. i imagine it's gonna become a great place. continued blessings.🕊
Micky has your hands!
Looking forward to watching this gem shine!
I had one of these projects - took a lot of time but in the end sooooo worth it.
Many great times and family memories. Priceless!!
Cant wait to see more of this project. I just love watching you and Brooke!!!
Quite, spoken with great wisdom. A rare thing to find anymore! People are all worried about pollution etc. but noise pollution is out of hand and no one cares!
Yeah it looks like a disaster but she’s got good bones! You and Brooke are gonna have lots of content material outta this one! Thanks for taking us on the journey!
See that’s the thing, the bones aren’t even good 😂
Good bones......hmmmm....good insight....just didn't know how to put it into words...lol
It's ventilated too! That got me.
Excited to see what you will do with this property. You and Brooke are amazing
Wonderful progress. I love your idea of chucking stove-sized pieces of molding into your wood stove to eliminate it. Warmth and solves the disposal problem well. Best wishes to you and your family in 2025!
This is gonna be one heck of a project, here for it! Cheers bud!
That stove is the best find on this property! Genius!
If the bottom ain't near-rusted out
I'm not sure whether you are a genius or crazy but your attitude is admirable. Reminds me of the song Me and Bobby McGee- "Freedom's just another word for nothing left to lose". And then you light the stove.
You’re the best man for the job. If anyone can change this place around you surely can.
That aluminum is used in roll up doors /gates, previous owner probably has free access to it because it’s expensive. That’s a great project, I’ve done a few just like that in less desirable places. I’d do this one just to be in the woods all day.
That was my reaction too - nobody would buy stuff like that to do that job - he obviously either took it piece by piece when nobody was looking, or had some other way to "acquire" it, but almost guaranteed he did not buy it for this job !
Man you crack me up. “Nothing like taking a bunch of junk and setting it on fire.” So glad the smoke was only coming from the chimney! I wonder if the porcupines were trying to keep their teeth filed and not actually eating the sheet rock? Hey, there you go, recycle that wood and have your coffee too. ❤
It is genius to burn the house while using the house to heat the house. And I for one at least appreciate it! thanks for the vid.
Another wonderful video. I have learned so many new things watching your videos. I am fixing to start remodeling my Granny's house. You videos always give me encouragement to get working. And that Old Bay coffee cup, I need one.
This is gonna be one heck of a series to follow! My dad bought a cabin in this condition back in 1999 and spent eight years restoring it. It was so bad that you couldn't step on the floors in certain parts of it and one of the walls just fell into the yard when he leaned on it. It was a helluva job, but worth it! If you ever get a Discord server running I'll share some photos with you!
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I am here for it....I've been waiting for this for some time now. My husband and I bought a small retirement project farmhouse that I thought was in bad shape but this takes the cake. At least yours is in a more perfect location. This one is on a little country road and I don't do roads. I don't want the 2 cars that go by a day to be able to see me...I haven't lived in sight of a road for so long I just can't do it. We will build on back side of the 30 acres and use the house as a garage/ barn. Good luck to ya...I feel your pain. Remember, it's just work. And it's so quiet!
I totally understand! When we were looking for land, the requisite was to hike to the middle of the property and stop and listen carefully. If there was any vehicle noise, that tract was off the table!
You don't do roads but you're fine with exposing your opinions to nameless millions on the internet. I don't trust a word you're saying, lady.
They used what they had and good for them for not being bums.
I cannot express enough how excited I am for this series.
Stupidly excited! I’ve been waiting for you to get onto this project all year.
I do the same at my cabin right now. it's like watching myself from the side :) same issues (roten walls, dust, stove heating) drinking tea and watching to wildlife from roten window. good luck
Dave you definitely make all your projects enjoyable and seems like piece of cake thanks to your experience and out of the box thinking and doing it brilliantly.
Love your videos as always
Finally! So excited to see the continuation of this 'disaster'. Really love how the whole family is going to be involved! (Belle can bring coffee service to the woods?!) Looking forward to the progress.
Loved this video. I am very excited to follow this project.
Good thing the chimney works. At least one thing you don't have to fix and can use to keep a fire going while you work on it this winter. Good Luck.
Great determination & attitude! Wishing you well as you embark on this adventure! Blessings to all 🤗🇨🇦🌻
Good to see you back at this poor little abandoned cabin. Great pic with the smoke coming out of the chimney and the holes in the walls and glassless windows. lol I am looking forward to seeing what magic you do for this little house.💗
You’ve taken on quite the challenge with this off-grid cabin rehab! Between the excessive rot and situations no one’s ever seen before, this crew is tackling it all like true Possum Lodge pros. With enough duct tape and determination, there’s no disaster you can’t handle, eh?!
Cabin in the Woods will not be creepy when you finish with it ! Awesome woods and your new stove ! Looking forward to the renovations .
Nice to see Mick helping out🎉 This is gonna be FUN to watch 😮
Well Dave your humor and optimism is wonderful as for me I would have had a good cry then rented a big front loader and tore it down and started from scratch , I had to replace 3 floor joist in my home because I didn’t know the ac drain wasn’t draining apparently it had been like that for years and since it didn’t leak out onto my floors for me to see it yeah what a nightmare, but I have a remodeled bathroom and will be laying new toung and grove flooring through out home just takes along time as hubby and I work so every other weekend we get to work on home. Who cares not like anyone drives this far to visit us lol
I was waiting for you to start this house….i am here for all of it. You are the uncle / cousin that everyone has all ways doing some project. Can’t wait for the finished project. Have a great day. 😊
That's how I get rid of all my old trailers while I restore them. Slowly it all goes through the burn barrel. Next year I'll have a wood stove in the living room and then my old trailer wood will supply that. I've remodeled older and more screwed up houses David. This will be fun. Time consuming but fun.
I bought my property for $50 back in 2013… it too was a disaster. But lot alone is worth it.
I watched your cabin videos to get a feel for what I want to replace the old place with. I been lucky to get some extra money from metal.
Thanks for all you do Dave.
So looking forward to more. Good start!!!💚
I renovated a couple of condos and I'm fixing up a house to sell now. It all paid off, but it's pretty lonely work. I also tore down an old camping trailer on my new property that reminds me of this cabin. I think I got about $80 for the thin aluminum siding that it had on it, but you should a lot more for those thick pieces. My new neighbors are great. I don't want to be ALL alone, I just want to have people near me that I get along with, and I think I found it in western PA.
I hope you continue to film the progress; we want to see the final product. Awesome job.
I hope you can get the foundation leveled so that a restoration is even feasible. Another great video, Dave!
Dave, you have the best attitude. Down to earth and easy does it. Your humor while renovating this property is your signature trademark. I enjoy all your video content.
Love the Private Property Notice.
Merry Christmas to all.❤
I like what you’re doing burning all the stuff instead of sending it to a landfill the smell will go away and look at all you kept out of the landfill great job. I look forward to seeing a whole video and how it comes out at the end. thanks for sharing. I’m 73. I couldn’t do that now, but it’s nice to see what other people can still dofor now merry Christmas
I was thinking the same thing, plenty of firewood😆
Can’t wait to watch your progress through the winter.
Oh sweet jebus...... what a mess 😂 bet the owner was glad to sell that.