They left the United States in search of a simpler, more intentional life — and found it in New Zealand, where they built a stunning off-grid tiny home that allowed them to retire early.
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Steve and Jen, both former chefs, made the bold decision to leave their fast-paced lives behind and downsize into a beautifully designed tiny house on 3 acres of rural land.
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Their home is a unique combination of two tiny houses and a connecting pod, creating a spacious, functional layout with everything they need — including a large chef’s kitchen, comfortable living room, home office, generous bedroom, and a beautiful outdoor living space with a cozy fire.
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Completely off the grid, their home is powered by a large solar energy system that not only meets all their household needs but also provides enough energy to charge two electric vehicles — allowing them to live and travel sustainably while keeping costs low.
In this episode, we tour their incredible off-grid setup and learn how tiny house living helped them dramatically reduce expenses, gain financial freedom, and retire years earlier than expected.
