70 Year Old Builds Innovative Off-Grid Tiny House For Debt Free Retirement

Imagine living costs so low that you can actually watch your bank account grow just from your government pension. That's just one of the benefits that Peter Matheson discovered when he built and moved into his off-the-grid, super tiny house on wheels in Grand Forks, British Columbia.

Peter is no stranger to innovative building, and has experimented with many different techniques including earth building and other eco and alternative projects. When tasked with designing and building an affordable home to help housing issues in Canada he quickly realised that he wouldn't get the design right unless he emerged himself in tiny living. As a result, Peter now finds himself living big in his retirement, albeit in a very small home.

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[shellbellexx]

Can we have an update ? Did he get the tiny home community he was planning on ? This man is incredible.

[chattychickadee]

This man is amazing. Helping the homeless, living sustainably, creating wealth by living in a tiny home - smart, cute, freedom-loving sweetheart!

[cathybt]

I like that everything and all rooms are in reach. No loft. And most of all, *he's super happy and content*

[michelez]

Congratulations, Peter Matheson! Not only on a lovely home, but for sharing your skills and helping others to achieve a home, too.

[mjneale]

Pete lives in my town. He is a great guy! And there are quite a few 70 yr olds in this town that don't look what so many of you think a 70 yr old should look like! Hooray for Grand Forks, BC (Canada) and for Pete!!

[vansolo]

We need more men like this guy who can inspire others, especially, young people.

[FionaEm]

Having just watched this, I'd be interested in a follow-up video about Peter and the progress of his tiny house community proposal.

[changliu]

This man really exemplifies “when you want less you have more”. God bless you

[mythirlmaiden]

As someone in the medical field this house is amazing for someone aging. The up keep is minimal, having the bed on the first level helps him remain there as long as possible and the cost means he is keeping his money. I love it

[fuckallhell]

Wow he looks good for 70 and has a comforting voice.

[awelek]

I'm 27.
And this is my dream house.
Debt free home.
Easy maintenance and serene❤

[enna]

Everything- your house, your attitude, your skills, and especially you; all amazing! 72 years young...

Bless you, Peter!

[sbollmeyer]

This nice Dude is killing it, both physically and mentally. Also, thanks for helping the homeless.

[barnstar]

What a star this guy is, this place is genius! Hope you live another 70 years mate!

[canadasweetie]

This man seems so content and at peace. What a great feeling to live life with no worries of financial burden. And I love how Bryce always finds something to compliment in each person’s house that he visits; Bryce knows how to make people feel good about what themselves and what they have built.

[bigeyomgam]

When the heart is young, the world looks new and the same with this proud owner. He is too young in 70.loved the energy and attitude👍👍👍

[kenbob]

Fantastic! How wonderful life could be on this planet if we weren't brainwashed by materialism and consumerism. He who lives in a tiny home, leads a rich life.

[HelenBradley]

I love that he wanted to live in it to see how it would work for someone! What a champion guy and great news about the possibility of creating an entire tiny house community.

[bagelblades]

After watching a lot of these videos I found myself planning what I wanted in my own tiny home. After watching this one, I think I’m not planning tiny enough. He uses space so practically and effectively... I don’t think I need as much as I think I do...

[ericchristopher]

Marvelous! Northern Michigan has a severe housing shortage, especially with so many people working for low wages. Tiny house communities could really make a difference here. This video is very inspiring.