They Left the City to Build a New Life Off-Grid

They Left the City to Build a New Life Off-Grid

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Jackie and Robb left behind the pressure of city life in Sydney and set out to build something completely different.

Now living off-grid on nearly 20 acres in the Tasmanian wilderness, they’ve created a life that feels grounded, independent, and deeply intentional. Surrounded by forest, a flowing stream, and even their own waterfall, this is a world away from where they started.

At the heart of it all is their beautifully designed tiny house. After living in a previous tiny home, Jackie carefully designed this one to truly work for their family. The result is a space filled with clever ideas, from the light-filled dormer windows and split roofline to the unique loft walkway with a see-through floor connecting the two sleeping spaces.

Beyond the home, the property continues to grow. There’s a music studio for their work as professional singers, a treehouse for their son Wycliffe, and even a converted bus where Jackie’s mother lives on the land with them.

With solar power, gas, and plans to grow more of their own food, they’re building a life that’s more self-sufficient, resilient, and connected to nature.
After everything they’ve been through, this isn’t just a tiny house. It’s a fresh start and a completely new way of living.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:28 Meet Jackie & Robb
01:03 Leaving Sydney & Finding Tiny Living
02:39 Life-Changing Accident
03:26 Music & Creative Life
04:13 Expanding on the Land
04:58 Exploring the Property & Waterfall
06:36 Off-Grid Power System
07:09 Why Build on Wheels?
08:30 Exterior Design Features
09:43 Interior Tour Begins
10:56 The Loft Walkway Design
11:50 Living Room & Aesthetic
13:17 Kitchen & Storage Solutions
15:16 Mudroom & Practical Spaces
15:59 Bathroom Design
17:38 Living in the Tiny House
18:29 Off-Grid Lifestyle
20:10 Costs & Land Purchase
20:52 Final Thoughts

You can find both Jackie @JacSoprano and Robb @robbdennis6725 here on YouTube! You can also find Jackie on Instagram: @JacquelineWardSoprano

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Presented and Produced by: Bryce Langston
Camera: Rasa Pescud & Bryce Langston
Editing: Sarah Binder & Rasa Pescud

Title music in this video by Bryce Langston: http://www.youtube.com/brycelangston

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