Lastly, we wanted a SIMPLE OFF THE GRID life.

We didn't want to be dependent (on anyone but ourselves) for any of these items:

1) Water
2) Food
3) Sewer
4) Electricity
5) Gas

These criteria led us to search for the following property:

HOME: 1200-1500sf
HOME AMENITIES: Full Basement, Wood Stove + Forced Air Heat
LAND: 20-40 acres
LAND AMENITIES: Barn, Septic System, Well Water, Propane Tank For Gas
COST: Less than $250,000

After a lot of prayer, and searching we bought:

HOME: 1300sf Main Level + 300sf Open Loft
HOME AMENITIES: Full Basement, Wood Stove + Forced Air Heat
LAND: 11 acres
LAND AMENITIES: Barn, Septic System, Well Water, Propane Tank For Gas
COST: About $250,000 After Extensive Interior Remodel.