I was struggling with my father dying of cancer, so I quit my job as a lawyer and started building a house on the coast of Maine. I had never even owned a power tool and here I am , …building a house…..watching This Old House for DIY tips. Boy did that house leak. You obviously had a great community of friends and family helping you and it definitely shows in the final result. Great job.
i'm from cowbay NS, lived there my whole life and I've met Dean campaigning for our provincial election a few years ago. Truly a special man, with a special home. What a wonderful video, thank you.
This is legitimately one of the best homes I have ever seen, damn close to my dream home. Incredibly inspiring, thank you so much for showcasing it. As a fellow surfer, I especially love how many spots there are to just kick back and chill... After a couple of hours in the waves, chilling just takes on a whole other meaning! Much love from Scotland 🤙🌊
"and i'm proud of it... it got done right." If you're lucky enough to have a solid father figure in your life... that moment hit pretty hard. Grateful mine is still alive and I sometimes think of what I'll do when it comes to building something, fixing something, working on the truck when he's gone. Not so much because I won't know what to do or won't be able to get through it, but because that's where we've bonded most in my lifetime. He taught me a lot about making a mundane or difficult task fun and that anything done right is worth doing. Thanks Dean.
I'm so glad this came across my feed. This dude is infectious in the most amazing ways. His love for family shines. His gratitude is so apparent. And the house and barn, bro killed it!! I wish you all the best for your life, thank you for being a good human
As a surfer that lives in a shared house and has a low income job. This home is THE dream mate! Enjoy what you have and what you've created brother! Mad respect pal!✌🤙🙏
THIS is what we dream to live in, in total relaxation and peace. I would be in Heaven hearing the water and watching the sunrise and sunset daily on the porch! Ahhh one day!
Stunning. Everything about this place is imperfectly perfect. The reclaimed woods, concrete countertops and decor. Incredible location with stunning views. Absolutely amazing. Well done!
I moved my family to Nicaragua full time a few years ago and we are now entering the planning stage to build. If you ever want a free spot to stay so I can pick your brain we have an open room. Great surf, better coffee, and amazing views!
That's the dream isn't...? Designing your life the way you envisioned it. Good on him. It's a beautiful and functional property. Everything's just enough.
Guy took life slow and steady, seemed not to rush anything like most ppl. Everyone rushes. We think at this age we're supposed to be here or there. He spent more time than most guys his age chillim, surfin freely (no wife kids)...when he gets to that road he'll be mature & ready
Absolutely Sensational . that barn is my dream workshop. Great move nixing the hand rail. The Crab Shack is so cozy and what a View. Man that land and how you have developed it. PERFECTION ! 💕🇦🇺🙏
Dean the house is amazing, I’m could die there too………what a fabulous job you did, so many personal touches………I love that that you can experience all the seasons there as well……..nothing like a fall and spring by the ocean……..how coming it all is …….congrtas to you from down in the middle of Toronto without even a balcony……stay well…….Donna in Toronto
I noticed that Volvo too. I had a 1986 model that lasted 19 years. I wish I never traded it in for a car for my husband. Volvos are my favorite car having had 5 of them in my lifetime.
Great Video. Great house. Im from the UK and spent two separate summers out in Nova Scotia with my family. 8 weeks total. Loved it. We never went north of Halifax though and never really new there was surf!!
at first I felt the video started out a little corney, but I quickly started loving it and watched the whole thing. you grew on me. Loved the part where you held up the paper model and saw the vison. Great video.
I could very easily live in the barn! It is a stunning piece of architecture and the warm inviting wood and that top floor, oh my just to sit and watch the ocean would be incredible. It would be enough to stimulate my creativity.
As I watch this, it's 20 hours young; welcome to the world, I guess, Dean Petty! Get ready to receive a ton of tire pumping. I hope we're not growing short of people living their lives and thinking about things like you do, but it can feel that way at times. You talking about your plants is already paraphrase-saved in my running quote journal..."They're family, we listen to the same music ...and at the end of the day, just trying to grow and get water"....are you kidding me!? Profound is a massive understatement. I don't comment on a lot in this online world, but I guess I just want to tip my Armor All cap to you. Keep shining that light, dude.
The difference between this and other really nice homes is simply that he played a huge part in actually building it. Celebs just pay for things, he used everything he knows to put this together. Story about his parents is sweet too
What a fantastic home! Dean is such a legend. Props to him for living in Nova Scotia. I'm Canadian, but I moved to Australia because I can't do cold water surfing. 😂😂
I'd truly love to meet this man. Not only his inspiration but his true life. We both know that is both our pride pieces and your mom was right for catering that lol. That barn man is a true inspiration to what was there prior truly. The view 😍. Man this right here was and still is my inspiration. I came from city life ontario to nova scotia. U inspire me again. Thank you
I think I’m falling more in love than I’ve ever been 12:37 sometimes I wish my dad could see what I’ve done with his house.. surely they’re proud. The space this man has created is sublime
Awesome place! A lot of ideas I have for a place down around the South Shore! Congratulations realizing this dream property! Just so many cool aspects!
this is incredible. it helps to have generational wealth in creating this/setting up businesses to finance this, and it makes me kind of sad we can't all live in this beauty. but mans seems very down to earth and it's nice to see that he's living to the fullest.
Shop Dean's fit from this episode of Huckberry Homes: bit.ly/3NyXJdo
This is a man who is living. He had a vision for his life and how he wants to spend his days, then he made it happen. Inspirational stuff!
I just hope he got a solid prenuptial 📝
Dude is at absolute peace in his own skin and then built a home/property that shares the same confidence and humility. Absolutely solid.
It’s official. Dean is the coolest, chillest bro ever. This place is incredible.
That could have been 30 minutes longer and I wouldn't have even noticed. Very inspirational.
I was struggling with my father dying of cancer, so I quit my job as a lawyer and started building a house on the coast of Maine. I had never even owned a power tool and here I am , …building a house…..watching This Old House for DIY tips. Boy did that house leak. You obviously had a great community of friends and family helping you and it definitely shows in the final result. Great job.
Keep up good work ❤
You got it brother
The way this man talks about his mother is beautiful. I hope he becomes a dad and passes on the kind of childhood he had to his own kids.
i'm from cowbay NS, lived there my whole life and I've met Dean campaigning for our provincial election a few years ago. Truly a special man, with a special home. What a wonderful video, thank you.
This man is as beautiful as the home he built. Not just esthetically, but his soul, his energy, it's beautiful
This is legitimately one of the best homes I have ever seen, damn close to my dream home. Incredibly inspiring, thank you so much for showcasing it. As a fellow surfer, I especially love how many spots there are to just kick back and chill... After a couple of hours in the waves, chilling just takes on a whole other meaning! Much love from Scotland 🤙🌊
This is my favorite home to date. Period.
15:23 “You learn at a rate so much quicker when you’re not afraid to make a mistake.” This. 🤙🏻🙏🏻
The 'barn' is an absolute gem - a piece of art / sculpture, in its own right...
nova scotia! Underrated province in Canada!
"and i'm proud of it... it got done right."
If you're lucky enough to have a solid father figure in your life... that moment hit pretty hard. Grateful mine is still alive and I sometimes think of what I'll do when it comes to building something, fixing something, working on the truck when he's gone. Not so much because I won't know what to do or won't be able to get through it, but because that's where we've bonded most in my lifetime. He taught me a lot about making a mundane or difficult task fun and that anything done right is worth doing. Thanks Dean.
That house has the most relaxed, simple, yet artistic vibe I have ever seen. Second only to my Dad's home.
Cool guy who seems to have been raised but cool parents. The math adds up. Thanks for sharing Dean. Id love a bag of your coffee!
I could watch this a million times. Pure happiness and feelings. Damn. Goosebumps still after 3rd time.
I can appreciate his enthusiasm for his home. It is infectious.
I'm so glad this came across my feed.
This dude is infectious in the most amazing ways.
His love for family shines. His gratitude is so apparent. And the house and barn, bro killed it!!
I wish you all the best for your life, thank you for being a good human
As a surfer that lives in a shared house and has a low income job. This home is THE dream mate! Enjoy what you have and what you've created brother! Mad respect pal!✌🤙🙏
This man is so chill. I want to surf and hangout with him at this house
Such a sick house and inspirational dude. That short clip of the classic Motorcycle just reawakened my love for Hootie and the Blowfish too
This was an absolute great watch. Stunning house and barn, super interesting dude, and really well put together tour by Huckberry. Amazing.
THIS is what we dream to live in, in total relaxation and peace. I would be in Heaven hearing the water and watching the sunrise and sunset daily on the porch! Ahhh one day!
Stunning. Everything about this place is imperfectly perfect. The reclaimed woods, concrete countertops and decor. Incredible location with stunning views. Absolutely amazing. Well done!
Such a rad home and property. Very cool legacy that his dad helped with the build too.
Yup. He’s 100% spot on with his comment about dying in that space. I personally would feel the same way. Perfect open (comfy) layout.
thanks for the tour, Dean. The place looks magical, and I love the homage to Ellie.
Everything about this is immaculate-the man, the vision, and the cinematography of this video.
This is a dream space and location. Love the material, function, and artwork, and the indoor / outdoor feel in that location.
I moved my family to Nicaragua full time a few years ago and we are now entering the planning stage to build. If you ever want a free spot to stay so I can pick your brain we have an open room. Great surf, better coffee, and amazing views!
That's the dream isn't...? Designing your life the way you envisioned it. Good on him. It's a beautiful and functional property. Everything's just enough.
Guy took life slow and steady, seemed not to rush anything like most ppl. Everyone rushes. We think at this age we're supposed to be here or there. He spent more time than most guys his age chillim, surfin freely (no wife kids)...when he gets to that road he'll be mature & ready
Absolutely Sensational . that barn is my dream workshop. Great move nixing the hand rail. The Crab Shack is so cozy and what a View. Man that land and how you have developed it.
PERFECTION ! 💕🇦🇺🙏
Beautiful property and gorgeous buildings. Your love of the land shows clearly in your creations.
Wow. This video; this man's story is moving. Thank you for featuring him.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Dean is killing it! One of my biggest inspirations ever
Dean the house is amazing, I’m could die there too………what a fabulous job you did, so many personal touches………I love that that you can experience all the seasons there as well……..nothing like a fall and spring by the ocean……..how coming it all is …….congrtas to you from down in the middle of Toronto without even a balcony……stay well…….Donna in Toronto
What a wonderful human being.
Huckberry, keep these type of videos coming! These kinds of videos are SO inspirational, they just make my whole day better somehow :)
Pretty awesome. As a dad, his Dad would be proud.
That's beautiful. Have a long and happy life there!
Hidden gem in the background...... old 240 Volvo.......!!!!! 👊🏼👍🏼🤙🏼
I noticed that Volvo too. I had a 1986 model that lasted 19 years. I wish I never traded it in for a car for my husband. Volvos are my favorite car having had 5 of them in my lifetime.
@@MsYingyang2 my first was a 1982 two door. Lost count of how many we've owned since.
@@shaneclark207 glad to hear it. Good luck to you.
Great Video. Great house. Im from the UK and spent two separate summers out in Nova Scotia with my family. 8 weeks total. Loved it. We never went north of Halifax though and never really new there was surf!!
at first I felt the video started out a little corney, but I quickly started loving it and watched the whole thing. you grew on me. Loved the part where you held up the paper model and saw the vison. Great video.
I’d love to prioritize my own happiness in life. Must be nice!
loved the insight, love the design and approach. Chill definitely epitomizes everything in this video
Fantastic storytelling. More of this.
I could very easily live in the barn! It is a stunning piece of architecture and the warm inviting wood and that top floor, oh my just to sit and watch the ocean would be incredible. It would be enough to stimulate my creativity.
This is the coolest property I’ve ever seen. The crab shack is the ultimate hangout spot.
As I watch this, it's 20 hours young; welcome to the world, I guess, Dean Petty!
Get ready to receive a ton of tire pumping.
I hope we're not growing short of people living their lives and thinking about things like you do, but it can feel that way at times.
You talking about your plants is already paraphrase-saved in my running quote journal..."They're family, we listen to the same music ...and at the end of the day, just trying to grow and get water"....are you kidding me!? Profound is a massive understatement.
I don't comment on a lot in this online world, but I guess I just want to tip my Armor All cap to you. Keep shining that light, dude.
right on brother! Great comment and thank you digitally "underlining" an epic quote from the video
The difference between this and other really nice homes is simply that he played a huge part in actually building it. Celebs just pay for things, he used everything he knows to put this together. Story about his parents is sweet too
Loft section was gold.
Man I feel so many of the sentiments about building. Incredible builds. Including the crab shack
Thank you for putting out a longer vid of this property. Watched the Brad L video 10 times to get quick peeks at it 🤙 inspiring
We’re glad you enjoyed it! We told Dean last year we had to come back and give the place a proper tour!
😂😂🤣🤣me too!! falling asleep excited for my next morning coffee!!! ☕️☕️
I bet the smell of wood is heavenly. This is a beautiful life!
Incredible spot. So well done, each building so unique from the other yet tied together by the area snd vista. Maybe even by the water culture. 🤙
What an incredible piece of property that you turned into your dreams.
Dean is always a vibe! ✌️
i love the way he tells stories and his connection to the property. inspiring.
What a fantastic home! Dean is such a legend. Props to him for living in Nova Scotia. I'm Canadian, but I moved to Australia because I can't do cold water surfing. 😂😂
Incredible piece. Massively inspiring. Thank you.
jealous within 30 seconds of watching the video.....living your life!
wow everything about this is absolutely amazing like actually mind blowing this is perfect
Incredible set up! Would love to see a video of this place in the winter. Thanks for sharing!
Beautiful. Thank you.
Living your dream. Cool extension of your soul.
ohhh, why did this video have to end? I wanted it to just keep going. Such a cool guy. Such a beautiful place.
Beautiful property. Also, that was a dope, grateful dead hat!
I'd truly love to meet this man. Not only his inspiration but his true life. We both know that is both our pride pieces and your mom was right for catering that lol. That barn man is a true inspiration to what was there prior truly. The view 😍.
Man this right here was and still is my inspiration. I came from city life ontario to nova scotia. U inspire me again. Thank you
Amazing video guys! Love this kind of content. Makes me miss Canada too. Good on ya Dean!! Keep up the good life mate.
“A portal to chill.” ❤
I think I’m falling more in love than I’ve ever been 12:37 sometimes I wish my dad could see what I’ve done with his house.. surely they’re proud. The space this man has created is sublime
What an amazing place!!!!!
Well done that man. That is a piece of heaven.
Wow. Beautiful, natural space. What a man!
Dean is the best vibe of all- what a sweet human
I like the bedrooms on either end, no actual kitchen table but there are many compact ones that can be used and put away
Awesome place! A lot of ideas I have for a place down around the South Shore! Congratulations realizing this dream property! Just so many cool aspects!
So fun to get this tour!
Dean’s the man. Can’t wait for his YT channel to drop in 2026
love the barn design! nice job
Sweet place with amazing views! He should be proud of that
Man this guy is living the dream.
money brings great happiness, this is one of the most beautiful proofs I have ever seen
this is incredible. it helps to have generational wealth in creating this/setting up businesses to finance this, and it makes me kind of sad we can't all live in this beauty. but mans seems very down to earth and it's nice to see that he's living to the fullest.
This is epic. A life of fulfilment. Awesome. Congrats dude
Very cool lad and his home is awesome.
Good for you man, good for you! 👊🏻👍🏻
Followed along on IG as the barn was getting built - totally badass
Absolutely amazing video and story
Super sick seeing this one! You're a beauty!!!
This is exactly what I'm after atm.❤
Awesome property! Stunning
Beautiful sanctuary. Wow!
I wanna grow up to live my life like dean,well done.
This guy has taste. Peep the selvedge denim too 🤌
That staircase is a thing of beauty