The Scottish Sun
I built a hobbit house for £200 and now have zero bills - it's only 13ft long
A SAVVY man has built himself a hobbit house on wheels for just £200. And now, the bargain hunter who is on a mission to cut costs, lives in his uniq…
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UK Man Builds Off-Grid "Hobbit House" for Just £200 Using Reclaimed Materials
A UK resident, known online as The Grow Co, has captivated audiences by revealing his self-built, off-grid "Hobbit house" on wheels, constructed for an astonishing £200. The innovative dwelling, designed for a life of travel and reduced financial burden, is primarily made from reclaimed materials. "This trailer cost around 200 pounds to build," the creator stated in a recent video, highlighting the stark contrast to typical housing costs. "You can't even rent a house for 200 pounds a month, never mind build a house." The structure, which measures approximately 13 feet long, features a main section of 8 feet by 4 feet, with an additional storage box at the rear. According to the builder, about 90% of the materials were salvaged. "The wood for the door, the window, and the box on the back were all the walls of an old stable that somebody had taken down and was going to burn the wood," he explained. The robust roofing sheets were sourced from an old pigsty. Having lived in the tiny home for over six months, traveling across the UK, including parts of the NC500 and England, the author emphasizes the liberating aspect of his lifestyle. "So much of our time is spent working to pay for rent, gas, electric, water rates and everything else that comes with a house," he noted. "Imagine being able to work 1 day a week and having more money to do meaningful things than you do now." The project underscores a growing interest in sustainable, minimalist living and offers a tangible example of how individuals can reduce their cost of living and increase personal freedom.
The Irish Sun
I built a hobbit house for £200 and now have zero bills - it's only 13ft long
A SAVVY man has built himself a hobbit house on wheels for just £200. And now, the bargain hunter who is on a mission to cut costs, lives in his uniq…
