Magical Hobbit-Like Eco Cave House
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- This week we visit Underhill, and incredible hobbit-home like, eco-cave house built into a hillside. The off-the-grid house is cleverly constructed to resemble a cave. With no electricity in the house, the stone, wood and rustic features truly make you feel like you’re stepping back in time.
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Such a Tolkien response: "Not too much money, but not too little money. "
Love it!♡
This guy is so proud of this place and he has a complete right to be!! Lovely!
I was about to say dat.
How exciting to be able to make his dream come true!!! Thrilled that he did everything just the way that he wanted to them!
"If you have electricity, you cant get away from everything. You cant get away from your phone."
So true..!!
Still nice to have
Bryce....you have such a loving tone and the way you approach people it so respectful and.....I cannot describe it just so so talented. I live in Korea and I never seen a youtuber/MC interview and talk with all his or her heart
I Grew up with Grahams children and watched it slowly get built from the clay pit cut out in the hill in the 1980s up to how it is today it was a great place to play as children I hope that this inspires others to do things similar i plain to do one of my own that my children can experience i hope
Wish Mr. Graham wrote a book on how to build one. That would be most wonderful!
What a great memory that must be and he seems like such an interesting man. I hope he is doing well these days and able to continue to enjoy this treasure. I noticed he seemed to have health problems in the video. He certainly had some brilliant ideas about building this place. I would love to be able to have a meal with him and his family and learn more about the place and if there is anything he would do differently. I hope to have a similar place one day.
David Bisschops no way. That's history isn't it . Great story thank you
What an AMAZING PLACE !!! AND David Bisschops I just can see you and other's having so MUCH FUN ☺
I would love to get in touch with Mr. Graham, so my husband and I can pick his brain on building our own hobbit house almost like his, except I'd like mine with a little more room, other than that, I'm totally in love with the ingenuity in his build. Tell me, is there any way to get in touch with him, even on FaceTime? I'm ready to build my forever hobbit home, as soon as my youngest goes to college (Yay!!!!).
We stayed here on our Honeymoon! and it was AMAZING!! Gawd take me back!! !
sian roberts I bet it was wonderful.
Wow wonderful experience.
How much did it cost to stay
The second cave looks like a lovely bath house. So tranquil!
I can watch this 200 times a year, it never gets tired or old, it inspires a sense of awe and in the general sense of what I am going to do for myself in the next 10 years!!! Absolutely gorgeous, serine and relaxing, even to just view it on this show. Thank you kind sir for sharing such a beautiful labor of love!!!!! I only hope mine can be as beautiful and as relaxing, serine inviting and simplistic but rich in design!!! I pray for The Grace of GOD unto you all!!!
The Duckling Homestead and Gardens Perfectly stated!! I feel exactly like you. Thanks for writing exactly what I was thinking! Cheers! Christine
GORGEOUS GORGEOUS!!! this took off the grid to a whole new level!!! So organic so romantic but yet so realistic and tasteful way to live. THIS MAN GOT IT RIGHT!!!!!
I agree! So cosy, beautiful and tranquil. He did an amazing job.
Word
The house is nice too!
Can't put enough emphasis on GORGEOUS!! lol.
WOOOT! Ya @GraceD, couldn't agree more! Cannot believe we are just seeing this now.
I literally SQUEALED within the first three seconds of seeing the hobbit house... The charm of this place, hit me so hard.
A true visionary, it's a magical place.
The moment after leaving the wet room Brice turned around and mouthed to the camera Wow. And that said it all and summed it up Wow! ☮️❤️🤗
Bryce -
You're extremely talented at getting folks to open up and share their respective experiences; including valuable details, about the project, that could have otherwise been easily overlooked. Additionally, you're an awesome host! You have a great presence and I enjoy how you always have an epilogue, at the end, to wrap things up. It makes such a complete experience for your viewers. You should have a talent agent/manager submit these videos to major television broadcasters worldwide; not limited to but including The BBC, BBC America, PBS, The Discovery Channel, TLC, HGTV, et al.
Wishing all the best to you and your crew!
-Larry
I completely agree!
LD ODOM I disagree, i think if he signs with a big compony it will become too capitalised and might ruin the feel of the videos. However I do agree that these videos should be seen by a lot more people.
Kiko H I agree big business would kill the feel
I love watching you show us around the different kinds of spaces. Thank you
+LD ODOM I agree!
Those Sackville-Baggins must be greening with envy..
ALL THE MONEY HE PUT IN THE CAVE..HE FORGOT TO SAVE SOME FOR THE DENTIST..BUT I GUESS HES A REAL CAVE MAN,,SOOOOOOOOOO.....LOL
Well, since you don't understand caps lock and mock stuff like a pre schooler, just be glad your stupid five year old ass will get new teeth once your baby teeth fall out out
@@ausraverikaitis2221 Sam Losco?
@@ausraverikaitis2221 Yeah, but he doesn't seem too healthy either because of obvious breathing probs......could be a smoker with a bit of emphysema.....aaah the joys of living the dream!
This is amazing!! the fact that it's got no electricity and only candle light is used is absolutely perfect. And the bathtub outside is the most picturesque bathtub I've ever seen! Beautiful
Wow! I now have a new vision of absolute perfection in how a home should be. I thought it was fantastic before we saw the shower and outdoor bath area, then it went from fantastic to absolute perfection. Words can't really express how comfortable, relaxed and beautiful it looks. Definitely the best of all the houses I've seen in this show.
"Listen lad, I built this kingdom up from nothing; when I started here, all there was was SWAMP! Other kings said it was 'daft' to build a castle in a swamp, but i built it all the same--just to show 'em!"
Ahahahahah. The classic.
This comment should have far more likes!!
Guys, HERE is The ORIGINAL Semitic Text, it PROVES jesus is a LIE
YaH The Heavenly FATHER was Who they Crucified for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF”
From the Ancient Semitic Scroll:
"Yad He Vav He" is what Moses wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3)
Ancient Semitic Direct Translation
Yad - "Behold The Hand"
He - "Behold the Breath"
Vav - "Behold The NAIL"
@@Praise___YaH Did the authors live in a Hobbit House??
My husband is dreaming of building a hobbit house once we settle in the Philippines and yours is such an awesome model. I am so amazed.
Native Americans built their villages in swamps, because the water entering a swamp is purified before it exits.
I LOVE this place! The bridges, the ponds, the house; everything!
+Kat S. And less people~!
Yup!
Yeah but it's in a swamp, so mosquitos everywhere
Oh, bummer. If they stock the swamp water with fish they should eat the mosquito larvae.
+I RISE ABOVE Some countries actually don't have mosquitoes but, I'm not sure about New Zealand. Lol, alas I live in Florida and we joke that the mosquito is our state bird.😛
I thought I caught a glimpse of Bilbo and Gandalf in the shadows. Wonderful, magical Hobbit abode.
THE MOST BEAUTIFUL OFF GRID HOME EVER! " MOST BEAUTIFUL HOME EVER"! Absolutely perfect and the surroundings are a painting
Spent my first year wedding anniversary there, loved it so much
Hello there, where is it? i don´t seem to get it on the video :(
@@tortugoman - Great question! We were wondering the same thing.
@Youric Hunt WOWWWW! Goood to know! Have you been there?
It's located Whatawhata | Rd 2, Hamilton 3285, New Zealand
its literally like #1 on air bnb
Can't seem to get enough of this channel. I love how many of these episodes vary so much in their locales, owners, and the way they theme their homes. This one in particular is utterly fantastic. Really does seem like something out of a fantasy novel. Would like to see more like this one.
Oh wow. Just oh wow! That bridge and the pond, the hobbit home. The shower area, the bath tub. Everything here is cosy romantic. Gorgeous.
I just love how truly excited you are when you visit some of these places. Thank you Bryce for showing this to us. There really are beautiful places on the planet that are honored and shaped by man. Truly wonderful.
What a beautiful place if the whole world lived like that it' be a better place. No money no debt love thy neighbor as you would love yourself. If you need something and I have it you have it and if I need something and you have it I have it if the world was like that it'd be a beautiful world.
Russia china North Korea Vietnam
Cough cough communism sounds great but doesn't work cough cough
none of those countries live like this.
+NoNameFitz let me guess you never traveled
u r absolutely right but this world is really mean
NoNameFitz oh because Capitalism works right?
say WHAT!!!!!!! I LOVE the house , but this man's attitude and vibe is just so awe inspiring,,,, thank you for the post
Couldn't agree with you more @SavardAvenger
This is what dreams are made of. Such beauty ❤️
Its pretty special for sure Bryce thank you for showing us this very unique property and thank you to the gentleman for opening up his home.
All I can say is WOW. Absolutely amazing beauty. That is what I call a labor of love.
Thanks for sharing
Roy
Roy Wrenn I totally agree Roy. It's an "absolutely amazing beauty".
Such an enchanted little dwelling 🤩 Not for everyone but that’s the beauty of tiny living: building a space that fits you not the other way around.
So this house was basically built like a giant earthen oven. I love it! It's so magical!!
This just gets me thinking being an actual hobbit would be a great life.
😂😂😂😂😂
@@Barnes466 nah man.. kick the hobbit.
If I remember correctly, it was Thorin who said on his deathbed that if more people treasured the simpler things like food, drink and friendship, the world would be a much better place. I'm paraphrasing, but that was the message behind his words. He was so honored to have Bilbo in his Company and he honored and respected the hobbit, realizing Bilbo had taught him something very important. He was saddened that he had failed to learn it until it was too late. But I think about that message a lot, and how nice it would be to live as a hobbit.
Guys, HERE is The ORIGINAL Semitic Text, it PROVES jesus is a LIE
YaH The Heavenly FATHER was Who they Crucified for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF”
From the Ancient Semitic Scroll:
"Yad He Vav He" is what Moses wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3)
Ancient Semitic Direct Translation
Yad - "Behold The Hand"
He - "Behold the Breath"
Vav - "Behold The NAIL"
Yes but would you be the sort to go on adventures? If so, better keep that under your hat. 🤐
Simply gorgeous. Congrats to the owner of that place and home, and thanks to him and Bryce for showing it to us.
I totally never expected him to pull out another cave!!!!!!!!!😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃
Absolutely LO-VING IT !!! However without electricity how would have I been able to witness such a wonder !? Dilemma right ;) Does this beautiful man knows how many of us love and admire his work ???
You should see the biggest smile on my face right now! How lovely and amazing! Bryce this is one of my favorites! ❤☮🕯
New Zealand is coming through with their mini homes. I watched the castle home from NZ and now this. Amazing minds. Love it
Wow! Every time he opens a door, I say 😳 Wow!! This is wonderfully magical!! I love your extraordinary home!
SUCH a gorgeous gorgeous home! It's really a labour of love. Everything feels so... honest. I didn't cringe when he said it's now an AirBnB because I don't think he's well enough to live there anymore. At least it's being used. And he didn't build it for commercial purposes, but as a dream getaway- the way I see it, he's now sharing the dream.
Magical is the word! God Bless! Hope your family appreciates it and you!
This house is beautiful! The bath and the bathroom is so cute! And the space around it is so serene and calming! This guy did an amazing job designing and building his house!!
Bryce, I only just discovered your channel 2 - 3 months ago, and in all of the videos I've watched, I have never seen you at a loss for words, but when he told you how he did the roof/ceiling you were almost speechless. It was so ingenious how he managed it. As you said, this man's home really is 'magical'. I love "Hobbit" homes and this home is by far my favorite one so far. It's truly wonderful to see the passion you have for these tiny homes and for what you do. Please keep up the great work. A most wonderful day to you.
This man is enlightened, obviously of genius intellect. The design of the ceiling, in particular, and the entire approach of putting in beams, filling it with sand, laying the ceiling then clearing away the sand is delightful and ingenious. I would do the ceiling in terrazzo tiles!
Bryce gets to visit a lot of cool homes, but this one I think is possibly the best of them all.
What a wonderful place you've built! I can easily see that it's a very peaceful setting, and I would imagine that sleep must be deep and delightful. No roads close by, no crazy neighbors--just so very lovely in all respects.
Kudos to you, sir, on a job well done!
This is so interesting to see how creative people can be. 😆
The "music" is distressingly intrusive .
Hello
This place is magical ..No electric ..great ,What a great way thoroughly enjoy the beauty of nature around you and not think about all the bad things happening in the news and find your inner calm and recharge ..I love it 😀
Yes my friend! You really are a spoled kid of Gad! I think you deserve all those precious moments, people contact and places you enjoy! God bless you and your wife, in all your trips!!!
My dream home, for sure.
This place is stunning.
And such a great, sincere presentation.
Where u live and u got land? Need a neighbor?,I will build for my own plot if it's up to par environment
my absolute dream. no right angles. just perfect
Could try a tent . . .
rian nodland my dream has been a round house, always.
Lillian Ballard me too
"no square edges"
-_he said standing in front of a square pillar_
It reminds me of The Flintstones house!
There's something so extraordinarily human about this. Something that brings us closer to what we are as a species
The presence that the man carries is inspiring. I love his comment about electricity. The place he built here is just astounding, so inspiring! Thanks for sharing
The Stonework, timberwork and Detail is stunning and out of the ordinary....world,... Its humbling watching you sit there...! Exquisite 🗿✨
I'd book a weekend if it were in the US. Really unique.
He's definitely letting people rent it on Airbnb or something.
Yeah that's what he said in the video.
there is a similar one on airbnb in washington state
@Bornaking stfu buttman
This has to be the best channel ever. With the clutter of modern life it's so incredibly awesome to see people returning to simpler earth sustainable living! Thanks for the beautifully stunning, eye opening glimpses into a simpler sustainable lifestyles and the awesome people! Thank you 😊
Amazing. The man is a genius. Just cool
The Pioneers of the American West built sod houses from blocks of prairie cut out with square shovels.
They would stack the chunks, grass roots and all, like bricks to make walls. Tree branches and saplings covered in sod and/or thatch was generally used for roofing where lumber was unavailable.
They'd dig into hillside and just have to make one wall and one roof.
Where it was flat, They do a "dug-out", Digging down into the prairie gave them protection from the elements. Sometimes they'd back a wagon down into the dug out pit because it was cooler. Place some brush branches on to top for day shade. 20 degrees cooler than the surrounding surface. CAVEAT: Rattlers (that's Western Diamond Back Rattle Snakes in city-speak) seem to like coolness on really hot days also.
So true Ima
@@tandiparent1949 if only they bothered to ask the natives how to intergrate....
this is gorgeous! im just gathering ideas... i am wanting to go off-grid.
You do also plan to go natural too then?
+Huni Buni Natural? what are you talking about.
Dereka Heath a natural life style. usually a natural life style goes hand in hand with off grid living. maybe you have a natural life style already i couldn't tell by your profile pic.
But I was asking because I have tried to get some of my family interested in off grid living but they do not have natural life styles yet.
Understanding how composting works, septic systems, grey water, black water, general waste management etc I worry about the effect unnatural habits would have in an off grid situation, for instance, hair chemicals, chemical cleaners, toiletries, can be disastrous in those types of systems.
On grid those types of things are not handled sustainably and are usually moved out of sight so people don't concern themselves with the effect they have on the environment (let alone themselves).
But off grid in your own closed system where you are responsible for all of your own needs and systems, the effects are instantly noticeable.
When thinking about inviting friends and family with unnatural lifestyles I had to consider if they'd be willing to make the change to completely natural living in order to even be compatible with off grinding.
Huni Buni Saying is one thing and actually living like that is another. I am under the understanding that, once upon a time, we here in America and all over the globe lived without telephones, lights and other electronics and etc. But people are still living. It all goes with prioritizing, what are the basic needs that we need in order to survive. We need food, water, and shelter and each other, that is it.
im not currently living off grid. However, i am from and right down here now in East Texas where there are miles upon miles of trees and vegetation. I have family members who are INDIGENOUS, to off grid living, they still catch their food, draw water from a well, cook outside, matter of fact, they only go in the house to sleep other than that, they are outside ALL day long, still living in log cabins, they dont need perms, they are black and native indian folks with bone straight hair, what perm? they make their own soaps, shampoos, candles, makeup. i have a cousin who is 81, never has been sick a day in her life and still works, she was raised by shamans and they taught her natural medicines and magics. though i was raised by dignitaries we do have, what we call here in East Texas- "folks from the sticks" in my family who CHOOSE that lifestyle. they live in ramshackled shacks, but those that dont know them, know that the shacks they live in are on 18- several 100 acres of their own land that they get oil and mineral rights and they have over $1 million in their bank accounts or $125k buried under their living room floors under a coffee table held up by milk crates or bricks and a piece of ply wood. That's right, that is my family.
i dont care how people think about me, i know what type of family and people i come from.
Dereka Heath You are lucky to have such well connected people around you, by that I mean connected to the earth. No one needs perm regardless of their hair texture. & so called black people are indigenous but this is off topic for the place we are talking. I'd love to talk to you more outside of here if you'd like.
Dug the hole, filled it full of sand, did his casting and dug it out again. Fascinating.
This is by far the best house you've show until now. It's awe inspiring.
Wow! I thought our log home was cool but this is so cool. That fire is amazing. Amazing bathroom.amazing creation. Well done.
Hello Tanya
I've seen this before on here and I'm so glad I found it again by fluke as I'd no idea what to search for it under. A truly phenomenal home with incredible unusual design throughout. Still using a cooking range from 1880 is superb 😍
I love how he drives the interview, so respectful and curious. Amazing home, amazing work... So inspiring
I meet Bryce once at the Parana festival and talked with him briefly as he was talking about this tiny house series he was going to start. Total what i was desire to do among other "Grand ideas". Hes doing it!! Well done Bryce... Further more I have also done a bit of work on the cave and yes it is or-some!! But the best part of my comment is i had the privilege and honor to work for Graham for several years on/off and to party with him and call him a friend....Graham was one of those guys that you wish you spent more time with as he was full of great stories/ideas/laughter and Knowledge. His children are beautiful too! A man with a heart of gold...I miss you Graham and seeing you/hearing you again in this video was beautiful. :,)
amazing what the mind and body can do ...incredible.... great job to the owner ..nice share LBIATH..
+Ray Salesa Thanks Ray! :)
WOW, I would Love to stay in this magical house !! It totally calmed my soul to
see this !! I actually watched this twice, and may watch it again, I am so in awe
of this beautiful piece of work ! one of the most serene homes I've ever seen ; )
Thank you for sharing this !!!
PURE labor of love and man does it ever show...everywhere. Breathtaking.
This is the best Hobbit type dwelling I have seen.Some people really have the ingenuity to get the results they are looking for. Love it!
A dream made real. Thank you for sharing.
Wow, I would love to live in a place like this, absolutely stunning, extremely talented man and has kept it looking like its a natural place made by Mother Nature 🤗
Holy WOW! This just may be our FAVOURITE tiny home tour! All of the natural elements to create such a gorgeous home. We LOVED how he said there are no plastics or artificial things in the home. That was wonderful to hear. So crazy how they poured cement over a pile of sand and dug out the sand! LOVED that! Love all the little details. So in awe of this beautiful space. I could go on for hours. Thanks for taking us with you Bryce! It was really cool to see how much you loved the home too! :) - Erin + Brian too
i can´t believe the sheer amount of creativity this guy used to solve the problems of his build and make it absolutely awesome to boot - i looked into building cave houses a while back, and it was all about tons of rebar and wire mesh to build the dome shape, and he? just uses a HUGE load of sand, with the added bonus of an incredible stone-mosaic ceiling. genius!!
Just so lovely! The world is certainly a more beautiful place due to guys like this and their dreams. Thanks for sharing :)
You got that right @Elle!
Goodness me, it's absolutely perfect. A magnificent and incredible dream brought into the physical. So glad I saw this. yes, Bryce I agree with LD ODOM - you are a great interviewer.
Hello sally
Absolutely killer. Sure beats all the surface built wood forts we built as kids in the woods around Pease AFB near Portsmouth, NH when I was 11-15 back In the early ‘60s
What a lovely place. And now his kids are grown and gone I sure hope they take the time to share and enjoy it with their old man
If I could hit the thumbs up 500 times, I would. I love this hobbit house & long to live there!
Well done mate! Congratulations. A wonderful house actually created by a humble man who values the nature and environment. If one day I visit NewZealand, I would like to meet you and give you a big congratulations hug.
@Jamey Craig it's NZ, they said it in the video
Guys, HERE is The ORIGINAL Semitic Text, it PROVES jesus is a LIE
YaH The Heavenly FATHER was Who they Crucified for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF”
From the Ancient Semitic Scroll:
"Yad He Vav He" is what Moses wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3)
Ancient Semitic Direct Translation
Yad - "Behold The Hand"
He - "Behold the Breath"
Vav - "Behold The NAIL"
shrek is going to be mad
WATUR YAH DOININMA SWAAAMP
:)
Its lord of the rings. Yeah?
Thats why he rents it if shrek cums by he'll find the clients
The goddamned farqaud struck again and sold it out from under him
Bryce and Rasa thank you so much for delivering us this GEM. What an inspiration. Congratulations to the owners on their landacaping their creativity and their craftsmanship. This labour f live will leave a legacy for a long time to come. Jolly well done. Emily Liberty
Wow! I'm going to see if I can find this place and make it a Bucket List visit bc I agree, if I was sitting there, I'd feel very blessed to have been offered that experience and I love how both of these men have such grateful souls! We need more of it in this world for the small things just as much as the big things.
Just one word...AMAZING!
yeeaaahhh, wonderfulllll.
I still have to work 7 1/2 years more and then with the love of
the universe I will follow you somewhere on this planet..
@Jamey Craig So what are you actually DOING with your supposed background??
What a beautiful home😍 I love it..most beautiful home I have ever seen 😇
This is one of the most awesome spaces (among the many wonderful spaces) that I have seen. I agree it feels totally organic, and very "right" in a way that many constructions simply do not...no matter how beautiful and clever they may otherwise be.
Watching younger Bryce from 5 years ago indeed feels like going back in time
Wow, what a wonderful space. It looks very tranquil. I love the smell of stone and wood!
Hello Vickie
This is my dream home! What an amazing bloke!
I would love to build this. Such a labour of love and so beautiful.
Thank you Bryce and Rasa for always bringing the best in alternate living for our enjoyment.
Blessings
Wow Bryce. It's incredible. I mean this kind of lifestyle comes with its challenges. But I suppose it's a lot easier to connect with nature and put your mind to rest in an environment like that. But this does seem like an entire chunk of history has been preserved in the form of this dwelling. It has that effect. You're right. It is magical.
Hes living my dream, oh man to have a place with a pond & everything simple is amazing
Its so down to earth ;-)
Great video once again and shared too lol.
***** Cheers! Thanks for watching. :)
LOL we see what you did there @kiwifashion.
The creation of that 'ceiling' blew me away. As for the rest of it - I'm in awe....
Hello cassandra
❤ my absolute favourite dwelling so far! ❤
I'm in love!!
I'd live here in a heart beat! It's absolutely stunning, creative and awesome!
That place is absolutely beautiful!
This is incredible. I love the stone and woodwork in this home.
Um, this guy needs to rent this out as an airbnb or something... I would stay there for months, so beautiful and enchanting. No electricity, just what I need. Saving!
This is gorgeous, simply spectacular!!
Best video on your channel yet. An awesome place and amazing work.
There is a bunch more now
Out of all I have already seen , I totally want to stay at Underhill !!!!!!! Beautiful !
I Love it and... Mr. Hannah, you are (now passed) Daddy's twin! You also have a similarity! He was my Hero❣️