Right now, I have an 1869 house that was used as an annex to the hospital in the Civil War. I have a small cemetery way back on the property that is from then. The house has two secret rooms, rumored to be used in the underground railroad. Its in the state of Virginia. I also have a house close to Washington DC that is our regular house. Newer. I like the older one better. I am going to look at an ICF house being built. Off grid and self sustaining. Most of the battle is won because there are no mortgages. Money made on the stock market and other short term investments has made it so I have chouces.
A narrowboat is appealing!!
Wow, an 1869 house sounds appealing, because I love history and a house that would be full of character and many stories. Even a cemetery!! That must be quite a property.
You are right about the off grid homes, immediate, and direct ownership with far less financial stress.
Yes, the narrowboat is appealing, but I'm intrigued by the area you've described above:)