Solviva: How to Grow $500,000 on One Acre, and Peace on Earth by Anna Edey This is a marvelous book by a woman who has developed Earth-friendly ways of growing food, running a household, and making a living. She built a home and a big greenhouse on her land in New England, which are solar-heated and have an ingenious wastewater filtering process. After growing vegetables like gang-busters in her south-facing solarium that opens into her home, she built herself an amazing greenhouse and turned it into a salad-production business. If you are interested in saving the Earth, this is the book for you!
Just how big is one acre of land? I'd like to show you in this article using comparison pictures from easily-understood things.
I paid a local landscape design professional to create a landscape design plan for our property that sits on one acre in Zone 8.
Heliae, an Arizona-based algae technology company, have decided to harness the growth of algae at a commercial scale so that it can be used as transportation fuel.
So idyllic! The Highlands area sure is a beautiful area of the North Carolina mountains, but the prices there have gotten crazy! The home was built in 1900. It is located on 1.26 acres in Highlands, North Carolina. The home features a covered front porch, a screened in front porch, hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, beautiful kitchen and updated bathrooms. That stream side screened in porch is where I would spend my days! Four bedrooms and five bathrooms. $1,799,000 Contact Patrick Gleeson with Christie’s International Real Estate – Highlands From the Zillow listing: Internet Remarks: Sought-after 1900’s style original farmhouse residence, meticulously renovated and lives large everywhere thanks to high ceilings and beautiful trim. A meandering and audible stream runs the length of the property and throughout the flora and pastoral front lawn. The front porch and entry foyer feeds an entirely open Chef’s Kitchen with high-end appliances, zinc center island & breakfast bar. Flanking the kitchen are logical gathering spots including a fully-windowed Sunroom and Dining area. Just past these casual areas is the stream-side screened-in porch, perfect for morning coffee, cocktail hour, and flipping through Garden & Gun Magazine. The large-ess family-room with wood-burning fireplace says […]
This ski cabin in Rhododendron, Oregon has had a $19,000 price cut! Built in 1922. It could use some updating and paneling remediation, but not a bad little vacation spot! There is a wood fireplace and two propane heaters. Within walking distance to downtown Rhododendron. Mount Hood National Forest land. Two bedrooms, one bathroom, and 1,053 square feet. $99,950 From the Zillow listing: Great Ski Cabin. Well maintained 1927 cabin with great winter access. One level cabin with 2 bedrooms with closets. Two Propane Heaters and wood fireplace. Covered Front Porch. Storm windows, Lots of storage in the Kitchen and spacious eating nook off the Kitchen. Lots of parking off the driveway and large carport too. Outbuildings. Walking distance to downtown. Rhododendron. Mt Hood National Forest leased land, 2nd home use only. Let them know you saw it on Old House Life!
Yes, homesteading on a one acre farm is possible. Here's a plan for you. Learn which animals to raise, which plant to grow, and structures to build.
Love this house! Beautiful woodwork! Wish there were more pictures though. This home was built in 1912. It is located on 1.12 acres in Lynchburg, Virginia. The home features two side porches, original hardwood floors, grand staircase, crown molding, wainscoting and french doors. Three bedrooms, three bathrooms and 2,960 square feet. $322,500 New price: $312,500 Contact William K. Flint with Flint Property Group: 434-386-3000 From the Zillow listing: We’ve all admired this Stanhope Johnson gem for decades. Now is your chance to own this c 1912 classic. Situated on perhaps the Avenue’s finest lot there are lovely seasonal mountain views. In need of renovation, but so much here to work with. Note that we state two baths and one half bath. All in need of complete re-do. Priced below assessment. Let them know you saw it on Old House Life!
The island, called Tjaereholmen, in the south of Norway, is up for sale along with a stunning four-bedroom property with a wood-panelled interior that can sleep up to 15 people.
The island, called Tjaereholmen, in the south of Norway, is up for sale along with a stunning four-bedroom property with a wood-panelled interior that can sleep up to 15 people.
This home has a park like setting! It has potential! Looks like it was last used as office space. This home was built in 1919. It is located on 1.04 acres in Saint Mary’s, Pennsylvania. This is a big house at almost 6,000 square feet. Needs some undoing of past renovations, but the price seems right. There is a detached garage with a guest apartment above it. The home is situated within walking distance to nearby restaurants, shopping and the local coffee shop. Five bedrooms, six bathrooms, and 5,762 square feet. $125,000 Contact Leah Whiteman with Elk County Real Estate: 814-781-1393 From the Zillow listing: If you ever wanted to own an older home that has charm, history, character, cozy, quaint, in a great neighborhood, an awesome community, walking distance to nearby restaurants and coffee shop, and a fantastic house with all the modern amenities? You just found it, please come and take a tour! Get inside this house and you’ll see what we mean. The detached garage has an apartment above for added income. All this and it is situated on an acre of land in downtown! House is historic, but not officially on state/federal historic register, so […]
The island, called Tjaereholmen, in the south of Norway, is up for sale along with a stunning four-bedroom property with a wood-panelled interior that can sleep up to 15 people.
Just imagine owning this masterpiece! “Marshlands” was built in 1814. It is located on 1.65 waterfront acres in Beaufort, South Carolina. This property is a National Landmark. “Marshlands” served as the backdrop for the novel, ‘A Sea Island Lady’, by Francis Griswold. Situated in Beaufort’s beautiful and historic Point neighborhood. And what a porch!!! It overlooks the shores of the Beaufort River. The interior has eleven foot ceilings, reeded woodwork, interior fanlights, beautiful staircase and original mantels. Six bedrooms, six bathrooms, and 4,944 square feet. $2,650,000 From the Zillow listing: Marshlands, circa 1814, is listed as a National Historic Landmark. Offering commanding views of the Beaufort River, the West Indies style white frame dwelling, with its red roof seems to float above the water and marsh. Privately positioned at the end of Federal and Pinckney Streets in downtown Beaufort, the home enjoys a 1.65 acre parcel on the Intracoastal Waterway. Wrapped by a massive south facing porch, the imposing house captures the prevailing sea breeze offering approximately 4,944 sqft and over 1,000 sqft of porches, the six bedroom, six bath home features a ground floor apartment and a dock. The stunning interior features grandly proportioned spaces including the entrance […]
Victoria Park, Sale, Victoria, Australia Designed by prominent engineer John Grainger (father of musician Percy Grainger). "The Water Tower at the corner of Marley Street and Cunninghame Street was commissioned in 1887 on a one acre site. It is a handsome four storey structure of brick, sparingly decorated with cream brick contrasting against the orange hue of the circular structure and topped by an iron tank. To the east is a second Tower, built in 1922 to replace the first. The function of this tower has since been replaced by a new tower at the Sale Waterworks site." Source: www.environment.gov.au/cgi-bin/ahdb/search.pl?mode=place_...
Hutton Wilkinson, friend and protégé of Tony Duquette, entertains with panache at home.
Dame Whina Cooper was considered by many to be the most determined woman in the country for her leadership in bringing to the country's attention the loss of Māori land ownership.
Located within walking distance to Louisburg College in Louisburg, North Carolina. Very close to a new local brewery and a coffee shop. Original hardwood floors, high ceilings and original mantels. Built in 1913. Located on .70 acres in Louisburg, North Carolina. $179,900 From the Zillow listing: Tons of character in the hardwoods, high ceilings, fireplaces and more. Many updates were done and there are still a few things to do but this home offers tons of square footage, large bedrooms and more all situated across from the college in Louisburg and within walking distance to many town amenities including a brewery and coffee shop as well as other quaint establishments. Please verify schools with Franklin County if important in the event of re-districting or changes. Let them know you saw it on Old House Life!
Yes, homesteading on a one acre farm is possible. Here's a plan for you. Learn which animals to raise, which plant to grow, and structures to build.
Can you really homestead on 1 acre of land or less? Yes! Here's how to make the most of your small homestead by choosing the best livestock and plants!
If you’re interested in homesteading but feel like you don’t have the land or resources to get started, never fear! It is possible to start a homestead on one acre of land or less. While you may not be able to achieve complete self-sufficiency on such a small plot of land, with careful planning it […]
Yes, homesteading on a one acre farm is possible. Here's a plan for you. Learn which animals to raise, which plant to grow, and structures to build.
Love this house! Beautiful woodwork! Wish there were more pictures though. This home was built in 1912. It is located on 1.12 acres in Lynchburg, Virginia. The home features two side porches, original hardwood floors, grand staircase, crown molding, wainscoting and french doors. Three bedrooms, three bathrooms and 2,960 square feet. $322,500 New price: $312,500 Contact William K. Flint with Flint Property Group: 434-386-3000 From the Zillow listing: We’ve all admired this Stanhope Johnson gem for decades. Now is your chance to own this c 1912 classic. Situated on perhaps the Avenue’s finest lot there are lovely seasonal mountain views. In need of renovation, but so much here to work with. Note that we state two baths and one half bath. All in need of complete re-do. Priced below assessment. Let them know you saw it on Old House Life!
Ever considered how big one acre of land is? Let’s uncover its size and explore its importance to potential landowners.
Is it possible to grow 60,000lbs of organic food per acre? Urban Homestead produces approximately 3 tons of food annuallyon only 1/10 of an acre!
Can you really homestead on 1 acre of land or less? Yes! Here's how to make the most of your small homestead by choosing the best livestock and plants!
The island, called Tjaereholmen, in the south of Norway, is up for sale along with a stunning four-bedroom property with a wood-panelled interior that can sleep up to 15 people.
There’s something sexy about dreaming of larger acreage – believe us, we know! So, we’ll break down why a 5 acre homestead is the PERFECT size for a beginner.
The island, called Tjaereholmen, in the south of Norway, is up for sale along with a stunning four-bedroom property with a wood-panelled interior that can sleep up to 15 people.
I'm relieved I didn't have Tiktok six years ago because the pull to get our homestead would have been so strong. I would have rushed for something I wasn't ready for because of comparison. It's
This home has a park like setting! It has potential! Looks like it was last used as office space. This home was built in 1919. It is located on 1.04 acres in Saint Mary’s, Pennsylvania. This is a big house at almost 6,000 square feet. Needs some undoing of past renovations, but the price seems right. There is a detached garage with a guest apartment above it. The home is situated within walking distance to nearby restaurants, shopping and the local coffee shop. Five bedrooms, six bathrooms, and 5,762 square feet. $125,000 Contact Leah Whiteman with Elk County Real Estate: 814-781-1393 From the Zillow listing: If you ever wanted to own an older home that has charm, history, character, cozy, quaint, in a great neighborhood, an awesome community, walking distance to nearby restaurants and coffee shop, and a fantastic house with all the modern amenities? You just found it, please come and take a tour! Get inside this house and you’ll see what we mean. The detached garage has an apartment above for added income. All this and it is situated on an acre of land in downtown! House is historic, but not officially on state/federal historic register, so […]
The island, called Tjaereholmen, in the south of Norway, is up for sale along with a stunning four-bedroom property with a wood-panelled interior that can sleep up to 15 people.
I'm relieved I didn't have Tiktok six years ago because the pull to get our homestead would have been so strong. I would have rushed for something I wasn't ready for because of comparison. It's
Imagine earning $100,000 per acre on your organic farm. Well, you don't have to imagine. It's possible and Paul and Elizabeth Kaiser have done just that on their small 8-acre organic farm in drought-stricken Sonoma,
Just imagine owning this masterpiece! “Marshlands” was built in 1814. It is located on 1.65 waterfront acres in Beaufort, South Carolina. This property is a National Landmark. “Marshlands” served as the backdrop for the novel, ‘A Sea Island Lady’, by Francis Griswold. Situated in Beaufort’s beautiful and historic Point neighborhood. And what a porch!!! It overlooks the shores of the Beaufort River. The interior has eleven foot ceilings, reeded woodwork, interior fanlights, beautiful staircase and original mantels. Six bedrooms, six bathrooms, and 4,944 square feet. $2,650,000 From the Zillow listing: Marshlands, circa 1814, is listed as a National Historic Landmark. Offering commanding views of the Beaufort River, the West Indies style white frame dwelling, with its red roof seems to float above the water and marsh. Privately positioned at the end of Federal and Pinckney Streets in downtown Beaufort, the home enjoys a 1.65 acre parcel on the Intracoastal Waterway. Wrapped by a massive south facing porch, the imposing house captures the prevailing sea breeze offering approximately 4,944 sqft and over 1,000 sqft of porches, the six bedroom, six bath home features a ground floor apartment and a dock. The stunning interior features grandly proportioned spaces including the entrance […]
