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Hi,are you just renting this cabin now? is it in the north part of Sweden? I am living in Norway and are searching for a little new home too. Good luck! You must think in long term for your children! hei då!
Roaming Wild Rosie is fixing up a Swedish cottage and she started with hand tools and still has no car. She produces the most beautiful and relaxing videos.
My suggestion is to rent a place you love for a year so you can experience all conditions. Then decide if it feels like a fit for the long haul. Some travel and some stability might be a nice mix.
YES! There's no need to jump into buying when you could rent a place for a year to see if you like the area in all its seasons and a culture you've never lived in.
Take it from experience (my wife and I owned a Michigan lakefront cottage for ten years) don't buy - RENT. The non-stop maintenance on the cottage wore us out.
Hi guys, just my tuppenceworth; like you I have perpetual itchy feet and actually physically vomited when we signed our mortgage in UK 18 years ago. That house has been rented out for a fair chunk of that time while we've been travelling. One of the places we have lived in is Sweden. Now I know it's not fashionable to say anything against the perceived paradise that is Scandinavia, however, having lived for 7 months through Winter, Spring and Summer on the islands off Gothenburg, the thing I struggled most with was the light. For 5 months of the year you will find it dark and miserable. I found the UK winters got me down and with Emma's history of depression that is definitely something to take into consideration - the snow and cold are dealt with very well there - the right housing insulation and clothing can work wonders, but they don't do anything about the light. I found it too dark for January to April, really, the days were just too short, then in Summer the days are too long and you have to learn to sleep in the light only having 2 hours of actual darkness per night - which yes, you can get blackout blinds, but that stops the airflow in the house - and it gets warm, so that's definitely something to think about. If you're thinking of homestead style life, the growing season is SHORT unless you have a top notch greenhouse setup. Then there's the taxes. They are very high. You get your money's worth, but it is something to consider. Also groceries and produce are expensive. Swedish people are generally incredibly nice, but they have their friendship groups and aren't naturally seeking to meet more friends, so building your community can take time. That said when you do 'crack the nut' you have true friends for life! A cheap house isn't the only thing, but I can understand how it's enticing on the surface.
I’m going to impart some advice here. I’ve worked in the movie business for 30+ years on various film sets from Vancouver, to Texas, to NYC, to Budapest and all places in between. I’ve been on a long run of living like a nomad. Staying in one place too long made me itchy to go on the next adventure. Ok, sounds like fun, but here am, several decades from when I started, and I have no home base with community that I’m connected to. It’s given me a whole pile of regret for a home and connected life I didn’t even know I wanted. Be careful waiting too long to set down some roots. It’s a daunting prospect if you think “this is it, the place I’m stuck with for the rest of my life?” But Establishing a home. . . It’s a journey, just like travels are. No one says you’re stuck in that one place for the rest of your life. You’re young. Try someplace out. It might not be the perfect place…..but it just might be the perfect place.
I couldn't think of anything worse than keep moving without a base. I've lived in a few countries but feel much better in one place and going on holiday takes you to different places. Don't leave it too late as time waits for no man.
Welcome to Sweden. Me and my family live in a house in the woods since 4 years. We moved from Stockholm and we love it. The silence and the wildlife are amazing.
Oh❤ jag skulle vilja flytta ut så men jag hadealdrig klarat av att flytta över Sthlm. Jag är en skånetös och jag vill nog mer ner mot Österlen. Tyvärr ser prislapparna helt annorlunda ut här nere men jag hade avlidit vintrarna där uppe. Men jag vill upp där på sommaren och titta. Har bara varit i Karlstad. Högre upp har jag aldrig kommit😂. Grattis till ert underbara hem i skogen ❤
Do not buy a house in the wilderness like that ! Those are houses that we swedes buy as holiday homes. Your child will grow and he will need friends and so do you. This is specially important. Winters are also long and very, very dark. Depending on of how far north you go the sun won’t rize over the horizon in months during winter. Also learning swedish is not a piece of cace and something you do without hard work and interaction with other people and specially not in the woods. Most Swedes do speak some English and are happy to practice and that way you yourselves won’t get much practice.
A small "stuga" (cottage) in the forest my seem romantic, but you would find a lot of difficulties coming with it, especially in our long winter. School is compulsory here, and you need the proximity of it for your son. The northern part of Sweden is enticing, but the summers with mosquito clouds are a curse. As soon as you come closer to civilization, the house prices shoot up. Lots of stuff to consider. Anyway, it was so cool to see you two considering my country :)
100% we have no options for home schooling here, so being mobile is really hard from 1st grade and on. Our neighbor country Finland has more liberties with home schooming. There are a few british youtube-families who have purchased houses there too ♡
Thanks for gentrifying, love that local people down here cant afford any kind of housing because price inflation by americans moving here with US salaries, love my rent is now 70% of my income in dirt roads even with a degree, absolutely love it
I think sometimes our indecisions come from a place of not wanting to take responsibility for what we may perceive as a mistake. ( it comes from fear ) Maybe changing words like mistakes... to learning valuable lessons, is the key. Stop avoiding the lessons and take one step at a time. Make a decision, it's okay. Remember, there is no failure, just lessons learned.💚💙
Do it! I moved to Canada 13 years ago. I live on three acres on a beach, no close neighbours, we are safe, don’t shut our doors,20 minutes from a small harbour, 2 hours from big shops but I love it. I go back to England and it’s terrifying. Everyone one is busy, aggressive, drive too fast, don’t have time, live too close, less and less green space as they add more and more houses. I don’t always feel that safe, I can’t wait to get back to see deer in the garden and eagles. I’m not even sure I could afford to move back to the UK. .
Canada is so overpriced now mostly because of the massive influx of immigrants which is more than our infrastructure can handle (900k in one year). Housing & doctor crisis’s are everywhere. I’m living in a yurt in the woods mainly because it’s all I can afford. Let me tell you, -22 in a tent is a challenge!!
@@AwkwardAscent yes for sure. I live on the Atlantic side so cheaper than places like BC but our house prices have double with Covid from so many new comers to the province. Mostly from people moving out from Ontario and Quebec but also saturated with immigrants too.
@@AwkwardAscentyou're wrong, not immigrants faults, blame it on the government.. In case you do not know, immigration is the forefront of Canada economy.. At least each international students bring about $50k for students fees.. Yet your government funds war, refugees, waste funds, tax foods yet you wanna blame it on immigrants, when Justin diverted $50bn public funds..
My family became nomadic, RVing America, right at the height of the pandemic with a baby. My family thought we were insane and my mom has only further put her foot down on that idea after we added another kid to the mix a year ago. We had the house and I can only tell you coming from the house to nomadic lifestyle I love "scratching that itch" and exploring America. Property is somewhere on the horizon but like you, we really struggle with where feels the most like home. Our kids like all the adventures and we make time to circle back to family, making time for the big events but roaming around the rest of the time. Good luck dudes! ✌️😎
My advice, as a parent of three, now adults, get your travelling itch in as much as you can now, while Noah is still a little one. Once he gets to school age it's really not fair to be dragging him around all over the place preventing him develop friendships and routines. Do the settling down stuff at that stage. You can still go on travelling stints in the school holidays. it's also all very easy when things are okay, but if something goes wrong, you need your support network around you.
@@TheresaPowers Haha, I'm sure they will do what the hell they want, but it always is good to get experience and advice from others. But hey, nvm, you get angry on other peoples behalf if you like, your choice too.
I don't think schools are these amazing places. I'd rather a kid that is well travelled and gets to see more types of people than one that sits in a classroom. I would have loved to have had some amazing travel experiences as a child.
Im in Washington state, u.s. I've been watching your channel for a couple years now. Love your life. I'm in a converted box van and travel south for the winters. It has helped my motivation, to follow you on line and see that I'm not alone in my oddities. Maybe, some day...Sweden.
Dear Beans, to satisfy your itchy travel feet and need to put down roots at the same time, I really recommend rooting into a place that either has a *well connected* international airport within 1 hour drive OR a place that has a lot of interesting destinations you can visit within a half day's drive. I say this because I used to be a US digital nomad traveling nonstop for a few years. Then I put roots down in a fairly remote part of a remote foreign country: Queenstown, New Zealand. But it has TONS of destinations you can visit in a short drive and an international airport to get you out of there. However, that airport is NOT well connected to get you anywhere truly different, and after about 4 years I'd seen everything in the local area multiple times in different seasons. So I got itchy feet to leave and put down roots in a more well-connected area. Thankfully I had rented, so it was fairly easy to move! I recommend renting first and staying in the area for at least 1 month during different seasons to see if you really might like to live in that place year-round and not just on a holiday for a week.
I'm Swedish and have lived in the UK for almost 5 years now. I constantly think about moving back to Sweden and up north into a little house in the forest and the only things keeping me from really doing it is how far away it would be from my family (which is fine now but if I have kids or get a dog I would want to have my family close enough to look after them if necessary) and how limited my job opportunities would become (because everything is so far away). If all of my family membres would come with me and live in the next house over I would absolutely love that
Alex, you’re so absolutely accurate in describing how you feel about the life you both are in. Your transparency is clearly appreciated. I’m old enough to be your grandmother. I’ve felt like you, whenever I was tired of a place I lived I’d just move and try it out and I’m talking about moving to another state -mostly destination locations. I’d done this 5-6 times if not more.its exciting and fun-I always found work too but as I’ve gotten older things change. You’ll have to decide truly what makes you both the happiest-you can still travel, film or Anything you want. Meditate, journal meet new folks. Weigh out the pros and cons to how this place makes you “feel” that’s important. Trust your gut.. you’ll find it! 👍 Best of luck!!
There’s nothing wrong with settling down, raising your family and having a home of your own…. You have been traveling for quite some time, so it’s natural to yearn for a change in pace and being in 1 place for a time. Take your time, do your research and find what’s right for your family… 😊
A little advice that's been relevant for my family on making big decisions. First - buying a house is a choice and not buying a house is a choice. Both "tie you down" in a sense in that they limit your options. There is no avoiding making choices. Not making the choice is a choice in itself! Second, when we make one choice - like choosing a place to live - we are left with many, many more choices to make. It's kind of like getting married or having a child. It's one choice and it narrows your scope of other choices but you're still left with so many options - what to do for work, what vacations to take, what hobbies to embrace, what friends to make etc. Sometimes choosing something that will limit other choices is actually a gift because infinite choices can be paralyzing. Hope this helps!
My family had a summer house in Sweden for 8 years. Absolutely love the nature. I'm from Denmark so the culture and lifestyle is similar but the sheer amount of space that Sweden has compared to Denmark makes it amazing for property in nature with no neighbors.
Out of curiosity what was the longest period it took to sell one of your homes ? I've sold twice trying to sell for the 3rd time but still stuck here 2 years later can't find a buyer the feeling of being trapped is overwhelming
We moved to Denmark about a year ago. Coming from the Netherlands where it is always crowded and people are always stressed and in a rush. This is so much more relaxing. The kids (6-8) are also much more relaxed here. We love it here and will never go back. Tip: find a place you love. Visit it in all the 4 seasons en feel The difference. And a place with only nice weather is always the right place.
@@MustBeM i am missing your point in your comment. We moved to another country for a more peaceful life. Even outside can be a possibility. We or you are not very limited by our passports.
@@freekoverdevest235no that’s what I mean, you have the benefit of EU passports! Alex and Emma talk about moving to Sweden as if they’re not British and therefore no longer EU.
I love the idea of a 'sommarstuga' a summer cabin, a nice place that's generally passed down generation to generation to use in the nice summer months.
Yes, and that's exactly what they are--summer cabins, not meant to be lived in all year. At least, that's what I've often read! Mostly they are not even insulated.
A typical sommarstuga has old Windows and bad insulation that does not work for Swedish winters. And no way of heating it. The season for these kinds of houses are between may and september
I'm glad you guys are considering settling down in our fair country. Something that is not addressed in this video which you probably should try to experience once before moving here is the darkness of winter. Depending on how far north you live the amount of daylight in the deepest of winter can vary from a few hours per day in the south to nothing at all if you settle above the arctic circle. On the other hand you will get 24h of light in the summer up north down to around 21h of light in the south in the summer. A lot of people think that living in the south of Sweden will save you from the worst of Swedish winters. In my opinion this is a trap. Winters in the south of Sweden are dark, damp, windy, non-consistent subzero degrees which makes the snow never stay for long which adds to the darkness and general misserable state of thing whereas the winters up north almost always have steady subzero degrees which means the snow is kept frozen which means that the snow brightens things up a fair bit and also, frozen snow equals dry snow. so you can go sleding, skiing, skating etc. Another tip from a fellow parent. Noah is just a baby now but around the age of four he is going to want to make friends of his own and build relationships with other kids so I would highy recommend you guys to put down some roots by then. Even though I highly enjoy your travel vids. Also, if you need local help I will gladly answer any questions you might have about Swedish bureaucracy if needed. Good luck!
+1 on this comment. The darkness in Stockholm is unbearable and the air is moist, so it always feels alot colder than it actualy is. Everything is always wet and the snow never stays more than a week tops.
I agree with you to a point. I've lived in Skåne for 16 years now and yes the months nov - feb are not the most fun I'll admit! The worst days are the cold, dark, windy and wet ones. BUT having said that I would take those over near 24 hour darkness any day! I live on the south coast which is arguably the worst for those kind of cold windy days, but further north in Skåne you do get more of the snow and the light. If I were them I'd be looking in Northern Skåne/Blekinge/Småland to get the best of both worlds. Still south enough that you get more of the light during the winter, but north enough that get snow and not rain/wind/urgh days.
@@WhiteWinds In the UK, the Netherlands and northern Germany we stay inside almost all winter because it is absolutely awful, always between -2 and 12c, always raining, rarely any sun. The darkness is functionally the same since nobody goes outside anyway, and if you work a 09:00 - 17:00 like most people it's dark on your commute both ways... 😅 And especially in the Netherlands, we have the same problem with mosquitoes because we also have water everywhere. Honestly i don't think there's much of a difference between southern Scandinavia and the countries directly below it. Except maybe the summers being less hot up there. Which is a good thing to me, anything over 24c and i feel like shit, and the Netherlands has been above 24c day and night the past 5 summers. Maybe i should move north...
Take it from a 70 year old woman. Location is location is location. Any issues you are struggling with will follow you to each location after the newness wears off. So deal with the issues and then decide what the location should be.
Exactly. I’ve always said, wherever you go, there you are. Your problems and issues are always with you, but if you find a place to live that is aesthetically pleasing and meets many needs that is a bonus.
so true... I've lived in 4 different countries, and your issues will follow you anywhere. Sure there are places you may like more than others, but you won't be happy anywhere if you don't deal with issue within yourself
My opinion. Take every opportunity to look, look,, look. I think the right home will choose you as much as you choose it. When you walk into that "right" place, you'll look at each other and just know that it's the place for the three of you. Best wishes. Looking forward to seeing what your searching finds you. Have fun! What an adventure!
I am irish living in Sweden for the last 26 years! I love this country, i am near to a river, a lake, forest and with everything in life it takes time to get used to everything. I speak swedish of course. I think that wherever you lay your hat,you can make it your home, just give it time!
Irish too and lived in Gothenburg for 8 years, back home now. What part do you live in? I enjoyed my time there but for me Sweden is not a country to grow old in.
@@greenknitter i live further north , it takes about six hours driving time from Göteborg. I don’t think towns in Sweden or any country are places to grow old in. I have very little faith in any system nowadays to take care of older people…… the old covid…..to protect the elderly that the didn’t protect! I have moved towards being a little independent of the system. Sweden is perfect for that!
@@annebracken7757 I meant the country, not just towns. Read too many reports in Swedish newspapers about old people found dead alone in their apartments weeks and months later. No-one claiming the bodies, very sad. Not saying it can't happen here too, but I was shocked how often I read this happening in Sweden. Same thing as in Japan. People cut off from society in their apartments. I had no family there so was scared I might end up like that too, so came home. The darkness and cold was not going to feel any better in my ageing body either. The snow looks lovely though and Summers better than Ireland. I missed the people though tbh. Sweden is a nice country but can be boring IMO. Am glad you love it though, it has a lot going for it. 👍
@@greenknitter av it's sad that you felt that way! I have an elderly neighbour, I collect his newspaper and post every day, we clear the snow, cut the grass and put his bins up! Thankfully I live in a community where they really watch out for each other. I have adapted very well, I find the damp in Ireland a bit annoying now. We have snow a long part of the winter and the air is very dry then. My parents and siblings still live I Ireland but I can't see myself going back there. You were right to go back if you felt that way. It's important to do it before it becomes too difficult!
Do you still feel Irish? I was born in Holland and have lived here for 40 years and feel way more Swedish than Dutch, took the Swedish nationality some 10 years ago. I like to visit my family every now and then but I'm always glad when I come back home.
We took a cruise to Sweden and sailed through a hundred islands, some with only one house on and others with little villages on most nearer to the city have a local boat calls with parts, medicine and furniture, these small boats enable you to get to doctors, dentist, hospital if needed. My husband was a roamer and we moved lots and built two houses, and had a caravan but as soon as secondary school was on the horizon we decided our children’s education was important so settled - that was our motivation to stay somewhere
How exciting! I would recommend finding a longer term rental first before buying. Things you take for granted in “civilization” are often difficult when you are remote like: grocery stores, doctors offices, etc. You might not like how difficult certain things become.
I would ask you if you are the kind of couple that is up for really hard work, long winters, and settling in for the long haul. Homeownership in any country is an adventure in and of itself, but I'm not convinced it's the adventure the two of you are looking/ready for. You'll know when the time is right.
That was very honest Alex. My husband and I have been together for 32 years. We have three young men. We moved a lot until we found a town in Canada that felt like home. My husband travelled a lot for work and we’ve taken some amazing vacations with our boys on points. My husband is close to retirement and we’re excited to travel for longer periods of time. Our sons watch our house and dogs while we’re away. Unfortunately with the state of the world our sons won’t own a property in Canada anytime soon. This gives them some independence while finishing post secondary education. Can’t wait to see what the future holds for your family. Cheers
Sweden is a lovely place with a hellish amount of mosquitoes and a painfully short summer. If you do decide on it, go south to skaane and up above 80 meters and away from the coast some 40 KM minimum. You will have a relative easy access to Copenhagen. Godspeed. T.
Skåne has no winter at all, has people talking with a strange accent - the countryside is just flat and boring. If that is Sweden.... then Germany is mediterranean
Dane here. If I could I would move from Copenhagen to Malmö in a heartbeat. I've lived in 6 countries and traveled to 35 and that part of Sweden is special. And yes I've been to Stockholm but it's as bland as Copenhagen. @larka742
In my experience, and I’m an old fart of 64, I’ve learned that no choice is perfect. There will always be questions no matter the decision that you make. But there is a word that doesn’t sound very sexy but that can bring a great deal of fulfillment in life. The word is commitment. This is something I’m sure you find with your wife and child. It isn’t always perfect but it is worth sticking with it; it’s fulfilling and enriching. You guys have been looking at properties for a long time. At some point you can either make a commitment and try it for a few years or just continue to wonder.
If there is a lock on the door and you can enjoy each other behind the doors, all will be ok!!! Life is beautiful and challenging and the grass is green wherever you are, and it will never be perfect.
I bought two houses in Sweden. Then renovated them, and sold them with profit. No other job in those years. Lived minimalistic and alone. First one a 100 year old house in Norrland. Second one a newer cabin in Skåne. It's totally doable. I bought and sold them private, without any involving from bank or real estate (I don't want those people to take my money when I'm able to understand things myself) :D I'm from Denmark, and back here again. At the moment considering to find a little house in Sweden again, and this time maybe stay in it :)
@@nesser52 Can't tell. Its as wide as everything else in the world. Depends on what you find and where you find it, but for sure it was private and not throuh real estate. I was in Sweden and got to know someone, so it was fully by coinsidence because I moved myself. Houses has for sure increased in prices over the last years, but you should could find something for a couple of hundred thousand SEK that you can make a godod project out of. I look everyday. Unfortunately I just lost an opportunity the other day, because I was to slow.
I bought an isolated piece of land in Ontario, Canada many years ago. It had a barn and a house that we lived in while I built a new house. Pretty basic things to think about are water source, septic system, power, heat source, emergency access and access for school. I worked full time and built a liveable home over 6 months part time ...... a huge amount of work. Then I worked a lot of completely finish the place. Remember that even those pieces of wood that went into the cook=house fire have to be cut or bought and carried in. If you are ready for a lot of work, now is the time in your life to do it. We were connected to the grid only for power, but equipped to live without that if necessary. I was able to hunt and fish for most of our meat. We did not have time to garden so everything else was purchased. Maybe you should rent some place like the cottage in your video for a year and see what you think. It was a wonderful life.
Good luck with deciding. Its beautiful there but reading the comments will help. I've just learned things from reading them myself! It will be fun to watch as you journey along in whatever you decide! Safe travels!!
I've had itchy feet since 18 years old too (33+ years now) as I was a travel agent in my youth and now nomadic travel guide UA-camr living full-time in Mexico. But I can say there are periods as you get older - and I think especially now that you have Noah, where you may find the itch recedes a bit as your new daily excitement comes from your time with Noah. Watching him grow and explore even if it's in the same yard day after day. I recommend continuing to set an intention of peace and fulfillment for all 3 of you, and as time unfolds, I believe you will find your path, your place and answers. But even that may just be for a period of time. I have gone through numerous alternating periods in my life of 'settling down in one spot' and then roaming again for a period. But I like your idea of looking for the a place to 'come back to' that is affordable so when the itch becomes too great, you can still easily afford to scratch it. Even if one day that is just when Noah is on a school break.
My advice is to think where you,d like your child to go to school and grow up,as they will need that stability.I always wanted my children to be around their grandparents.Then you can always travel with them in their holidays to new places and show them the world,or maybe the nice bits.❤
I live in Minnesota and even here, where it doesn’t get full dark, winter gets me. Though I love watching people who do it; Lost in Europe’s videos are truly spectacular.
Minnesota is MUCH colder than Sweden in the wintertime. And the amount of sun hours are pretty much the same in Sweden vs Minnesota in a winter month like January !
Growing up in the 70's, 80's and even through the 90's, I moved from country to country at the whim of the Military. As a child and as an adult myself. Often times just staying long enough to make a few friends just to say goodbye to them. I promised my oldest son (who was born in the midst's of all this) that once he starts school that we would not move again until he graduated school and moved out on his own. Now we're full time in the RV and travel again, because my wife hasn't had the chance to see everything that I did. Yeah, traveling we get to see the world, but for a child.... we rob them of never having a life long friend, often times major life events like Prom, school sports, and such.... I have no ROOTS, my children do though. That might be a thought.
WOW! Badger! Amazing video! A badger living under your cabin?!? That’s so awesome! I live in Finland and we have a lo of them here yet I have seen one only twice in my life. And I spend all my free time in woods trying to photograph wildanimals. I take over 100 000 pictures every year.
I had traveled alot over the last 30 years, and have lived in many rental properties. Now I own a house. During Covid lock down I was very thankful for this security. I would advise living in an area that has good transportation....air, train, vehicle. The world is a bit of a mess, and you never know what leaders say no to in transportation. Isolation, is nice for 3 - 6 months, but forever is cutting yourself and family from knowing who was important in your lives as a child. Good luck, keep being adventurous. It makes you happy.
If you two would like a home base in central Portugal to explore and visit several different areas and its microclimates...we have a vacation villa in Obidos I could offer. It's incredibly located and would allow you to consider the silver coast (Lourinha, Nazare, Peniche, Caldas, etc). As for the Algarve, we are presently looking to buy in Albufeira. Anyhow the villa in Obidos is 8 minute drive to city centre and 8 minute walk to feeling like you are in the middle of nowhere. If you're interested...let me know. :)
I love of course Sweden 🇸🇪 and Swedes❤️ being a Norwegian 🇳🇴 I have never bought a property before, and I’m 56. So I always rent. Probably moved to 25 different places since I moved out my parent’s place at 18. I love the freedom, because I travel A LOT. Need just a small, cheap and nice place to stash my few things, lock the door and go out in the world 🌍 So far I’ve had residency in Norway, Canada and here in Spain. Living on the Canary Island of Tenerife for the last 10 years. But maybe in 8-10 years time I might buy myself a little house with mountain and ocean views, on the tiny neighboring island of El Hierro 🏝️ I can’t stand cold winters up in my motherland 🥶 The costs of housing and living on these islands are low, and it’s beautiful places everywhere here and wonderful people. And I have learned myself 6-7 languages during my life, and able to practice them all on these islands ❤️ 🇳🇴🇸🇪🇪🇸🇬🇧🇩🇰🇫🇷🇩🇪
I'm at a similar place in my and my partner's life as well. We fell in love with a small village in Romania and we have sold our house in the UK with the idea of buying a land with an old house in Romania. We love the region, we have mountains and rivers, nice villages around, lovely people mostly farmers. We can't tell where this would lead but something inside us screams: do it. Make that change!
FYI this last winter was one of the coldest in a very long time. Here in Stockholm it was -27°C but farther up in the northeren parts it was -40°C and alooooot of snow, they had snow until May. And badgers are dangerous AF, if they bite you, they break all of the bone they bite in to, they smash it in to pices. Also in some parts of Sweden for example parts of Dalarna, they have great areas with swine flue. You have to be careful in the woods, especially in the north where its more common to see wolves, bears, mooses and ofcourse those nasty badgers haha Wish you the best of luck with finding a property.
Your camera chat at the 9min mark - I’ve never felt so “seen” and it’s great to see how you put my feelings into words. We did buy the house and try to put down roots for my kids and I’m still dealing with itchy feet and doubts about this choice. Kids are happy and we try to travel when we can. Good luck to you and your family!
Nasty things. I had one move into my wood shed last summer, even though I live in the middle of a small town in Sörmland. I think it was attracted by the gooseberry bush and cherry windfalls. They stink - they're related to skunks. And luckily I have a concrete floor in the shed, because they love to dig. And sh1t. Managed to chase it away and block all of the ways it could get back into the garden. I think it set up its smelly home in a neighbour's place.
I feel exactly the same. I don’t want to be tied down either but at the same time long to belong. The struggle is real. You make me think about this. Thanks for sharing.
We've looked into living in Sweden but neither of us being an e.u citizen anymore makes it so difficult to near impossible to just retire off grid anywhere outside of the UK /rep Ireland anymore. You need a lot of retirement money or go back to work or have your own business and then it would be heaps of paperwork. It would be a holiday home only and that's not really what we want. P.s I do hope you find your bolt hole , your little piece of paradise, your sanctuary , your quiet place. I guess many of us are looking for that . For now , we are converting a slightly bigger van so we can continue the search and enjoy the journey xxx Love and light to all, be kind 💞
Finally, a realistic comment that takes reality into account! Reading all these other comments saying see how you feel and do what’s best are hilariously deluded unless these two have EU citizenship? Tell it to Migrationsverket, they’ll decide if you’re even allowed to live in Sweden as a non-EU citizen. As if life is all about what you think and what you want. Try manifesting a residence permit.
Each country in the EU (similar to non-EU) decides its own long-term immigration rules. Some countries have liberal rules, others not so much. There's no blanket ban on all British citizens from moving to every EU country.
@@corvus_tristis it seems to be getting tougher not just in Sweden but other countries too. One condition in more and more countries is to be able to speak the language fluently by the time you get your interview. That's tough and a little unfair considering many of the native speakers are more likely to want to practice their English.
@@aliasgharkhoyee9501having lived in Sweden as a non-EU citizen WITH a eu long term residence card AND a European husband… Sweden is one of the toughest countries in terms of immigration. Two Brits with no Swedish employer trying to move to Sweden for the fun of it? Absolutely no chance.
@@corvus_tristisEXACTLY. They have truly no clue about the complexities of moving abroad 😂 (from someone who has lived in the Netherlands pre and post-Brexit, moved to Sweden and got my Dutch passport in the meantime haha)
I would recommend if you wanna move to sweden, and let your kid grow up in sweden, to move to a place close to a elementary school and highschool, and get a summerhouse out in the woods you go to during holidays and days off. Our summer house was my dads house before he married mother. He buildt it to live there but its close to nothing. I am so happy they choose to move to a smaller town with easy access to elementary and highschool and just used it as a summerhouse.
I was first introduced to your family on the Newby’s channel, and immediately jumped over and have watched you guys,but not lately. Garden season pulls me in ❤️ I really listened in fact I rewound and listen to your cathartic thoughts again, I understand your canundrum 🙏. I have no doubt that now that you have the little one you feel the need to make a nest . But you have met John Tara Caruso and Sawyer and they have in my humble opinion created a beautiful life for family but still retaining that wanderlust and keep exploring this amazing planet . Best of luck with your decision 👍🤞🏻🙏❤️
You are never ready, i honestly belive the vast majority don't want to settle and pay a mortgage for 30 year's, but you know what. Sometimes you accept you just have to for the sake of your kids. They need friends, they need to meet other kids, i belive school and some kind of hobby, football, dancing ect is so important. Every other dad i meet at my daughters dance shows don't really be there, they'll watch there own kids and just let the rest of the day pass. Nobody wants to be there. But sometimes you just gotta
A great video. I would do this in a heartbeat, mean buy a house in sweden. The house at the lakeside where you stayed would suit me perfectly. Be courageous and strong: go for it, buy a smallish property in Sweden 💛
They are Brits and are considered non-EU immigrants in Sweden. This means they have to apply for a residence permit. I think they are self-employed. That means they have to meet these requirements: In order to obtain a residence permit in Sweden as a self-employed, you must: 1 have a valid passport 2 show that you have significant experience in your field and previous experience of running your own business 3 have documented knowledge in Swedish and/or English 4 show that you are running the business, that you have the ultimate responsibility for it and that you own at least half of the business 5 show that the business' services or goods are sold and/or produced in Sweden 6 show that you have sufficient funds to support yourself and, if applicable, your family during the first two years (equivalent to SEK 200,000 for you, SEK 100,000 for your spouse and SEK 50,000 for each accompanying child) 7 show a credible basis for your budget 8 show that you have created customer contacts and/or a network in Sweden 9 show that the business, following the two-year probationary period, is expected to be able to support you and, if applicable, your family. In most cases you must pay a fee.
Good advice. As a Brit I am devastated that we left the EU and people with little understanding of Brexit voted for it. I wanted to retire in an EU country and now cannot. Stuck in England and surrounded by annoying Brexit voters.😥
Never stop the innuendos 😂 Absolutely loved this video as with all your videos, there was some deepness mixed in with the fun. I think on the house front you'll know when you find it big hugs from Ireland x
So cool to see you experiencing the butterflies of Swedish country living for the first time. Before buying my cottage in Värmland in 2020, I lived vanlife between summers in Sweden and winters in Portugal, Spain and Italy for over 6 years. The beauty of Sweden is, that wild camping is allowed and even if you have your own place it is so easy to go on adventures with a van or tent and discover the rest of the country and potentially the rest of Scandinavia or even Europe. The biggest disadvantages I find worth noting are the long distance driving, especially in winter with icy road conditions, mosquitoes in summer and high taxes. But those are small compromises in my opinion for everything you get living surrounded by nature. It could be a good idea to rent and experience the seasons before committing, on the other hand, it is just as easy to sell a house here as it is to buy one... One thing to be aware of is that houses on a lakeside are quite a bit more expensive than those tucked away. But if you are happy with a small cottage you might be willing to pay extra for the beautiful view. Looking forward to seeing how your house hunting journey will go from here on. Feel free to contact me if you'd like to hear more about my experience or have specific questions about the process. Greetings from my forest cabin, Karin
Having a kid is a commitment yes. But you also experience the biggest love you will ever feel ❤ my daughter is 5 months now en I only now feel that life is truly worth living. Like it only now got true meaning
@@pineconehermit3968 Yes--that's how it is when they're babies. For sure! But wait till they turn into teenagers and pre-teens. THAT'S when you lose the will to live 😉
This was a great video, one of your best ever. Thanks for being personal with your thoughts on settling down, or continuing traveling. Loved the drone shots too.
I did actually consider buying a house in Sweden, a single woman older than forty living with land and nature and i still think about it an awful lot, however, the place i thought i would like to live is in the North of Sweden. All well and good in Spring/Summer months but the thought of endless nights/days of darkness when here in England we might have tons of rain and longer winters but we do get daylight all year round. I am not sure my mental health would survive it, i am sort of happy here on my own but out in a forest with no one to talk to when just need someone to reassure you .......i just not sure about that. Still, i do know that the price of owning your own house mortage free in Britain, or living off the grid is really not possible, who knows when that *will never be built *on - green belt land will be needed for more houses. So Sweden has potential, i viewed a virtual house online last year £30,000 with two acres of land and out buildings, it needed a touch of tlc - not entirely sure what that means because here n the England it really depends how much money you have to play with. My advice would be to go there in the winter stay in another cabin for a week with no daylight and lots of snow and tell us Brits how it really feels. How much is that freedom worth? Sit on it, dont be rash and though talking to the locals is all well and good, remember they are used to everything we are not. Then there are the practical things, where will you child go to school when he is old enough, what about snowy mornings, how do you get shopping etc wheres the nearest town? Think, talk, think some more, go travelling, talk to people that live in vans that have made that leap of faith and keep laughing.
So nice to see you've found my lovely home country. I do understand that people from busy countries and cities can fall in love with the countryside of Sweden where you have a lot of space and everything is quiet 🙂I agree that it would probably be a good idea to rent something for a longer period of time to see if it suits you. You also need to decide where in the country you want to live. Like you mentioned, it can be quite long distances sometimes to cities where you can get the things that you want and need. If you're planning to have it as a vacation home, then it will be important that you can reach it without too much hassle. I wish you both good luck and I would love to see you in Sweden. We would for sure welcome you with open arms. 😀
Yes the property prices here in Sweden can be very cheap but the costs of owning a property in Sweden is a lot more than the uk ( I'm an expat). There are a lot of property taxes, cost of heating in winter, even with an air water system is extortionate. Upkeep can be very expensive, labour costs and materials are expensive. Sorry for negativity, it's not all doom and gloom, better quality of life is one positive. I have owned 4 properties since moving to Sweden and now rent a flat.
This right here is why I love you guys so much. You’re so honest and sincere. I feel the same as you. Moved to the hills of Kentucky where life is slower and more natural. I just think you two and of course Noah are just wonderful people. Thank you for sharing so much with us ❤
I appreciate where you’re coming from but if you get a mortgage and buy a house then don’t like it you can sell it! I’m very risk averse when it comes to money but you’ve got to live somewhere and you might as well be paying off your own mortgage instead of a landlords… Sweden looks incredible ❤
Yes we would definitely do something like this - stop overthinking + enjoy the fun side of buying a little cottage - u can always sell it down the line if its not working for u 😊
Just stumbled across your channel, and the algorithm obviously shared this video for a reason! It's interesting to me that you're feeling anxious about being tied down, but for me the idea of cutting the ties we have feels so scary and alien. I'd absolutely love to be debt/mortgage free and live a more simple/self-sufficient life. I think you will find your groove, and you're never truly tied down, houses etc are just things at the end of the day, and can always be sold/rented out. Best of luck guys, looking forward to following your journey and very glad I stumbled upon your channel!
Hard to be far from pediatricians, hospitals, shops, schools….great for a second home. Sweden is lovely but I have lived in southeastern France for 30 years now so long dark snowy Winters are not my cuppa tea full time 🥶
UnFortunately, I looked into it and you may not even get citizenship into Sweden. And I would love to find something like that. I have not been able to for years, but it’s beautiful.
Please be careful. The one thing I have learned throughout my long life and career is that in many instances, the dream is usually greater than the reality. Your future focus is now on your child. Looking down the road, what about having friends nearby for your child to play with, or education requirements? Medical? Also, as you mentioned, world events are currently impacting everything. The Baltic area is ripe for problems. What if the UA-cam phenomenon slows down? Is UA-cam generational? That can change in a heartbeat. It seems to me living in Britain as a base and traveling from there offers all the options and flexibility that you might ever need as life events change. I have two children, ages 39 and 38, and five grandchildren ages, 9 to 5, and I’ve never regretted not following all of my dreams. My family dates to the 1200s in Goosnargh, England and left to come to America in 1680 for who knows what reason. The other side of the family is from the Isle of Wight. I’m not going anywhere. My family and legacy has fulfilled all my dreams. 😁 RF Retired CEO, USA
I also think renting for a year and experiencing a Swedish winter might be the best decision. I personally could not stand the endless snow, the hard work keeping the house warm and travelling for hours just to get groceries. But - maybe for those who want to live in Nature it would be a dream…also Rosie’s channel shows just what kind of character takes on such a huge life change (and all the hard, hard work) xx Good Luck with whatever you both choose. XX
Beautiful video both.... I lived in the UK all my life travelling all over the UK with my camper 😊😊and I just moved to Romania because I love the country 😊😊
Warning: lengthy story up ahead... Would I do something like this? Well, I already did around 2 years ago. Bought a house in Värmland. Just a bit of realism and caution: Lakefront properties in Sweden are not that cheap. In fact, they're pretty expensive - Swedish terms for expensive, but still expensive. Only very rarely do authorities permit building on the waterfront these days so the existing ones go up in price every year. Just about all rural houses in Sweden have a septic tank and a well. The septic tank of the cheaper objects is almost always due for replacement - it's not optional, authorities keep track of this. Installation of a proper heating system is also typically quite expensive. You wouldn't be the first one who bought a house for 20K just to invest another 20K in replacing the septic tank, 10K on a new roof, 20K on bergvärme, 5 to 10K on an entirely broken well + pump. I'm not joking and I'm not exaggerating - this really happens and it's not even all that rare unfortunately. We're so used to houses being worth 10x or more from rural Sweden, we often don't realize that investing 60 to 100K only increases the value by 20 or 30K - it's crazy but true. Building materials in Sweden are far from cheap and insurance dictates that all electric work and all plumbing be done by (Swedish) certified professionals that in turn know their worth - it adds up quickly. A property as big as the one you visited requires a lot of maintenance and even though you plan to do as much as possible by yourself - it doesn't come cheap. Oh yes and the more rural it gets, the bigger the chance a tree falls on your electricity line after heavy snowfall. We were out of power a couple of times while it was -30 (celcius) last winter so you need to prepare yourself for that. Often times you find yourself bidding against a bunch of foreigners (Mostly Dutch, German, some Norwegian and Danish - didn't meet any Britons yet), it's NOT fun when the bidding goes all crazy because the non-Swedish don't undertand the local market. Also, this video shows you in Sweden in early spring when there's no mosquitos yet. There's a LOT of those little vampires. So many in fact that you might not fancy going outdoors anymore certain times of the year. Don't want to cover yourself in chemicals all the time to keep them off. Lots of these types of properties can only be reached by dirt roads. Dirt roads in Sweden are typically rather well maintained but they can turn into sheets of ice during the winter - 4WD with spikes (dubbdäck) recommended - again, pretty pricy. A moose on your windshield will kill both you and the moose... So yeah, you can buy a house for cheap but there's a couple of things to consider. Don't want to be negative, though - just realistic. If you find the right one, it is awesome indeed. Buying a property is actually quite easy and chances of getting screwed over in the transaction are quite limited. We have deer and moose in our garden almost daily - I really enjoy just sitting there and watch them. (There's wolves and bears in the woods as well but we typically don't see them - just saw one wolf so far) The peace and silence, the absence of noise and light pollution is just the best thing ever. The lakes - of which they have tens of thousands - are beautiful. Just trees and water, almost endless feels so refreshing. The air quality is an entirely different level than we're used to. So please, don't do it, don't go. I like to keep it for myself as much as possible ;-)
I assume the prices for renovations you mentioned are adjusted for being in the middle of nowhere? Or do we need to add another 5K on top of that if it's 3 hours to the nearest big city
@@experimentalcyborg funny you’d mention that. The prices I mentioned are pretty normal numbers in Värmland but I just got a quotation from a painter that included 1K (yes, 1000 euros) for transportation - and he’s coming with one normal car or van. I can imagine if you’re a couple of hours up north and need a septic tank delivered and some specialised heavy equipment it adds up as well.
@@experimentalcyborg 🤣 Problem is he’s driving 3 hrs one way with 3 people, 500km so that’s 18 man hours and 1000 km of fuel and depreciation so yeah… it ads up… Welcome to Sweden. By the way there are painters in the area probably but this one is sandblasting the front of the house and that’s a bit harder to find. Not sure if I’ll do it because it’s around 8K euro to sand and paint one side of the house 😬
What a great and honest video. the pair of you managed to combine amazing footage with a reality that we all SHARE AND LONG FOR. Their is a part in everyone who would love to take the plunge to love a more reserved and secluded life as the world we live in is changing. Sometimes its best to never second guess anything and go with your heart. Their are people who do not have your opportunity and I thank you for this video and imagine many happy memoirs coming your way, thanks for the upload.
I do not think you're mad.I think you're doing it very smart.Checking it out saying, what you think.The distance to amenities is a big part, You guys like being in town and stuff but I know there's the perfect something somewhere. I think it's gonna be a lot of fun to see where you decide to saddle.But I see you continuing to do youtube so we can enjoy your life and your station building so that it can help support you, In this place you're in right now is adorable
@@TravelBeans But in all seriousness - I spent a decent amount of time in Sweden, two to three weeks each summer over a number of years, and I absolutely love the country. And as an added bonus, as a native English speaker, Swedish is not too hard to get a hold of... unlike Portuguese, Thai or Arabic 🙂
Wow stunning place and amazing prices. You ask when do you know you are ready to settle down. I guess the answer is like the aged old question, how do you know you are ready for babies...heck if like me, you don't...but look how well you cope with travel and a wee one. We brought our first house aged 24, and our daughter appeared when i was aged 26. We managed to retire mid 50's debit free and mortgage paid hell, we are very lucky. Looking back, would I have done things differently quite possibly as due to Health Issues I can not travel in my midlife like I planned...saying that I have had a good life. A few weeks ago, I sat with a good friend in his last 24 hours, his wife my best friend. They had brought a house at a young age and found out they could not have children. Their plan work hard, clear mortgage ensure no debit retire like us mid 50's then rent house and travel. They got to retire but then were looking after parents at that point. Aged 59 they were hit with terminal cancer diagnosis They so regret no the times they did exeretra shift, did not use holidays but worked them as extra money paid mortgage quicker. They both regret time lost seeing the world. I guess going back to your question if you were told today was your last day what would make you happy and have no regrets is it ongoing travel or would you think I wish we had a small base to call home even if it did reduce time we travelled. You will know what's right in your heart ❤
Spend 1 full year in a place to determine the cost of all seasons…equipment/vehicles needed, renovations, being near hospitals/groceries/etc. winters can be harsh.
I personally ,brought the cheapest house I could find as a young person ,I worked long hours ,saved all I could. Any spare time was spent on renovating my home. 4 years later ,I paid it off ,and the house was restored ,I doubled my money and this gave me a foot hold in the property market. So ,my point is at some point if you want a home ,you've got to knuckle down, at least for a few years. Oh once you've got itchy feet ,there is no amount of scratching that will cure it.
Hi Alex and Emma, by detours we get the amazing movie from your visiting in Sweden. So many beautiful photos from our little farm and the neighbourhood. Thanks ❤
Can you please answer the question about EU passports. Without explaining how you are going to be entitled to live in either Portugal or Sweden you are not being honest to your viewers, you are giving many of them false hope. A bit of reality is needed.
I notice a majority of these types of videos are like this. They will list the best countries to retire to or work remotely from but never talk about residency requirements, visa etc. In almost all cases you can't just pick a country, fly there and start looking for a home. I hope it works out well for them.
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I've been watching her since the beginning. Great series
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Hi,are you just renting this cabin now? is it in the north part of Sweden? I am living in Norway and are searching for a little new home too. Good luck! You must think in long term for your children! hei då!
Roaming Wild Rosie is fixing up a Swedish cottage and she started with hand tools and still has no car. She produces the most beautiful and relaxing videos.
I watch her as well
I watch her and she has done some amazing things 😊.
I watch her too 😊
I watch her too! I love her artistry with her renovations and her steady commitment to her plans for her property
I watch Rosie too I thoroughly enjoyed her content she is one of my favourite channels
My suggestion is to rent a place you love for a year so you can experience all conditions. Then decide if it feels like a fit for the long haul. Some travel and some stability might be a nice mix.
YES! There's no need to jump into buying when you could rent a place for a year to see if you like the area in all its seasons and a culture you've never lived in.
Great advice!!!!
Good adwice, but it might be difficult to find something like that to rent.
Take it from experience (my wife and I owned a Michigan lakefront cottage for ten years) don't buy - RENT. The non-stop maintenance on the cottage wore us out.
Definitely great advice 👍😉🇨🇮☘️Eire
Hi guys, just my tuppenceworth; like you I have perpetual itchy feet and actually physically vomited when we signed our mortgage in UK 18 years ago. That house has been rented out for a fair chunk of that time while we've been travelling. One of the places we have lived in is Sweden. Now I know it's not fashionable to say anything against the perceived paradise that is Scandinavia, however, having lived for 7 months through Winter, Spring and Summer on the islands off Gothenburg, the thing I struggled most with was the light. For 5 months of the year you will find it dark and miserable. I found the UK winters got me down and with Emma's history of depression that is definitely something to take into consideration - the snow and cold are dealt with very well there - the right housing insulation and clothing can work wonders, but they don't do anything about the light. I found it too dark for January to April, really, the days were just too short, then in Summer the days are too long and you have to learn to sleep in the light only having 2 hours of actual darkness per night - which yes, you can get blackout blinds, but that stops the airflow in the house - and it gets warm, so that's definitely something to think about. If you're thinking of homestead style life, the growing season is SHORT unless you have a top notch greenhouse setup. Then there's the taxes. They are very high. You get your money's worth, but it is something to consider. Also groceries and produce are expensive. Swedish people are generally incredibly nice, but they have their friendship groups and aren't naturally seeking to meet more friends, so building your community can take time. That said when you do 'crack the nut' you have true friends for life! A cheap house isn't the only thing, but I can understand how it's enticing on the surface.
Very good advice....something to think about guys. It would do my head in.
Yes, agree.
Great advice!!!
Excellent advice!
Yep. Lived there for 14 years....... go rent a cabin for 4 months over winter and you'll be back looking for property in the south of Europe.
I’m going to impart some advice here. I’ve worked in the movie business for 30+ years on various film sets from Vancouver, to Texas, to NYC, to Budapest and all places in between. I’ve been on a long run of living like a nomad. Staying in one place too long made me itchy to go on the next adventure. Ok, sounds like fun, but here am, several decades from when I started, and I have no home base with community that I’m connected to. It’s given me a whole pile of regret for a home and connected life I didn’t even know I wanted. Be careful waiting too long to set down some roots. It’s a daunting prospect if you think “this is it, the place I’m stuck with for the rest of my life?” But Establishing a home. . . It’s a journey, just like travels are. No one says you’re stuck in that one place for the rest of your life. You’re young. Try someplace out. It might not be the perfect place…..but it just might be the perfect place.
I couldn't think of anything worse than keep moving without a base. I've lived in a few countries but feel much better in one place and going on holiday takes you to different places. Don't leave it too late as time waits for no man.
I really hope John Depp is thriving with his new life abroud though
Welcome to Sweden. Me and my family live in a house in the woods since 4 years. We moved from Stockholm and we love it. The silence and the wildlife are amazing.
That is the only way Sweden is tolerable. I am glad you love your house in the woods. Enjoy!
How far is it to a school? I have 5 kids and wish to buy a house and relocate to Sweden but I was worried about that aspect.
Oh❤ jag skulle vilja flytta ut så men jag hadealdrig klarat av att flytta över Sthlm. Jag är en skånetös och jag vill nog mer ner mot Österlen. Tyvärr ser prislapparna helt annorlunda ut här nere men jag hade avlidit vintrarna där uppe. Men jag vill upp där på sommaren och titta. Har bara varit i Karlstad. Högre upp har jag aldrig kommit😂. Grattis till ert underbara hem i skogen ❤
@@Adamantos-Elean 5 km but there is a schoolbus which stops right outside our house.
Do not buy a house in the wilderness like that ! Those are houses that we swedes buy as holiday homes. Your child will grow and he will need friends and so do you. This is specially important. Winters are also long and very, very dark. Depending on of how far north you go the sun won’t rize over the horizon in months during winter. Also learning swedish is not a piece of cace and something you do without hard work and interaction with other people and specially not in the woods. Most Swedes do speak some English and are happy to practice and that way you yourselves won’t get much practice.
A small "stuga" (cottage) in the forest my seem romantic, but you would find a lot of difficulties coming with it, especially in our long winter. School is compulsory here, and you need the proximity of it for your son. The northern part of Sweden is enticing, but the summers with mosquito clouds are a curse.
As soon as you come closer to civilization, the house prices shoot up. Lots of stuff to consider.
Anyway, it was so cool to see you two considering my country :)
100% we have no options for home schooling here, so being mobile is really hard from 1st grade and on. Our neighbor country Finland has more liberties with home schooming. There are a few british youtube-families who have purchased houses there too ♡
Need proximity for school? No. School buses takes care of that.
Home school not an option?
@@YuckFoutube-e1z Legally forbidden in Sweden.
@@YuckFoutube-e1z Legally impossible, practically forbidden in Sweden.
I sold my large four bedroom house in Chicago and moved into a two room house, just five minutes from the beach in Mexico. I couldn't be happier.
Johnny silverhand
I did the same but in Sweden 😊 not near a beach but behind my house the forrest begins.
Thanks for gentrifying, love that local people down here cant afford any kind of housing because price inflation by americans moving here with US salaries, love my rent is now 70% of my income in dirt roads even with a degree, absolutely love it
Smart move yay for u god bless
I think sometimes our indecisions come from a place of not wanting to take responsibility for what we may perceive as a mistake. ( it comes from fear ) Maybe changing words like mistakes... to learning valuable lessons, is the key. Stop avoiding the lessons and take one step at a time. Make a decision, it's okay. Remember, there is no failure, just lessons learned.💚💙
Ooo, this is such a good point of view!
Do it! I moved to Canada 13 years ago. I live on three acres on a beach, no close neighbours, we are safe, don’t shut our doors,20 minutes from a small harbour, 2 hours from big shops but I love it. I go back to England and it’s terrifying. Everyone one is busy, aggressive, drive too fast, don’t have time, live too close, less and less green space as they add more and more houses. I don’t always feel that safe, I can’t wait to get back to see deer in the garden and eagles. I’m not even sure I could afford to move back to the UK. .
Canada is so overpriced now mostly because of the massive influx of immigrants which is more than our infrastructure can handle (900k in one year). Housing & doctor crisis’s are everywhere. I’m living in a yurt in the woods mainly because it’s all I can afford. Let me tell you, -22 in a tent is a challenge!!
May I ask where you are in Canada?
@@AwkwardAscent yes for sure. I live on the Atlantic side so cheaper than places like BC but our house prices have double with Covid from so many new comers to the province. Mostly from people moving out from Ontario and Quebec but also saturated with immigrants too.
@@AwkwardAscentyou're wrong, not immigrants faults, blame it on the government.. In case you do not know, immigration is the forefront of Canada economy.. At least each international students bring about $50k for students fees.. Yet your government funds war, refugees, waste funds, tax foods yet you wanna blame it on immigrants, when Justin diverted $50bn public funds..
My family became nomadic, RVing America, right at the height of the pandemic with a baby. My family thought we were insane and my mom has only further put her foot down on that idea after we added another kid to the mix a year ago. We had the house and I can only tell you coming from the house to nomadic lifestyle I love "scratching that itch" and exploring America. Property is somewhere on the horizon but like you, we really struggle with where feels the most like home. Our kids like all the adventures and we make time to circle back to family, making time for the big events but roaming around the rest of the time. Good luck dudes! ✌️😎
It's NOT a good time to buy a home any where,currently. The housing market WILL Crash. Be Patient. Wait !
The little red cottages are just picture perfect and so cute!
My advice, as a parent of three, now adults, get your travelling itch in as much as you can now, while Noah is still a little one. Once he gets to school age it's really not fair to be dragging him around all over the place preventing him develop friendships and routines. Do the settling down stuff at that stage. You can still go on travelling stints in the school holidays. it's also all very easy when things are okay, but if something goes wrong, you need your support network around you.
How arrogant that you think they need your advice. They don't They know what they are doing. IT"s THEIR choice.
@@TheresaPowers Haha, I'm sure they will do what the hell they want, but it always is good to get experience and advice from others. But hey, nvm, you get angry on other peoples behalf if you like, your choice too.
@@TheresaPowersthey asked for opinions.
I don't think schools are these amazing places. I'd rather a kid that is well travelled and gets to see more types of people than one that sits in a classroom. I would have loved to have had some amazing travel experiences as a child.
This I very much underline, since i'm a parent, too.
Im in Washington state, u.s. I've been watching your channel for a couple years now. Love your life. I'm in a converted box van and travel south for the winters. It has helped my motivation, to follow you on line and see that I'm not alone in my oddities. Maybe, some day...Sweden.
Dear Beans, to satisfy your itchy travel feet and need to put down roots at the same time, I really recommend rooting into a place that either has a *well connected* international airport within 1 hour drive OR a place that has a lot of interesting destinations you can visit within a half day's drive. I say this because I used to be a US digital nomad traveling nonstop for a few years. Then I put roots down in a fairly remote part of a remote foreign country: Queenstown, New Zealand. But it has TONS of destinations you can visit in a short drive and an international airport to get you out of there. However, that airport is NOT well connected to get you anywhere truly different, and after about 4 years I'd seen everything in the local area multiple times in different seasons. So I got itchy feet to leave and put down roots in a more well-connected area. Thankfully I had rented, so it was fairly easy to move! I recommend renting first and staying in the area for at least 1 month during different seasons to see if you really might like to live in that place year-round and not just on a holiday for a week.
where are you moving next?
I'm Swedish and have lived in the UK for almost 5 years now. I constantly think about moving back to Sweden and up north into a little house in the forest and the only things keeping me from really doing it is how far away it would be from my family (which is fine now but if I have kids or get a dog I would want to have my family close enough to look after them if necessary) and how limited my job opportunities would become (because everything is so far away). If all of my family membres would come with me and live in the next house over I would absolutely love that
Alex, you’re so absolutely accurate in describing how you feel about the life you both are in. Your transparency is clearly appreciated. I’m old enough to be your grandmother. I’ve felt like you, whenever I was tired of a place I lived I’d just move and try it out and I’m talking about moving to another state -mostly destination locations. I’d done this 5-6 times if not
more.its exciting and fun-I always found work too but as I’ve gotten older things change. You’ll have to decide truly what makes you both the happiest-you can still travel, film or Anything you want. Meditate, journal meet new folks. Weigh out the pros and cons to how this place makes you “feel” that’s important. Trust your gut.. you’ll find it! 👍 Best of luck!!
There’s nothing wrong with settling down, raising your family and having a home of your own…. You have been traveling for quite some time, so it’s natural to yearn for a change in pace and being in 1 place for a time. Take your time, do your research and find what’s right for your family… 😊
A little advice that's been relevant for my family on making big decisions. First - buying a house is a choice and not buying a house is a choice. Both "tie you down" in a sense in that they limit your options. There is no avoiding making choices. Not making the choice is a choice in itself! Second, when we make one choice - like choosing a place to live - we are left with many, many more choices to make. It's kind of like getting married or having a child. It's one choice and it narrows your scope of other choices but you're still left with so many options - what to do for work, what vacations to take, what hobbies to embrace, what friends to make etc. Sometimes choosing something that will limit other choices is actually a gift because infinite choices can be paralyzing. Hope this helps!
My family had a summer house in Sweden for 8 years. Absolutely love the nature.
I'm from Denmark so the culture and lifestyle is similar but the sheer amount of space that Sweden has compared to Denmark makes it amazing for property in nature with no neighbors.
You’re never really tied to a house. Having bought and sold three, and lived in 14 different flats, you soon realize nothing is permanent. ❤
Out of curiosity what was the longest period it took to sell one of your homes ? I've sold twice trying to sell for the 3rd time but still stuck here 2 years later can't find a buyer the feeling of being trapped is overwhelming
@@jaywhispersasmr I’m sorry to hear that - 2 years for us too. Took it off the market and then back on again - that is tough.
I'm not sure I could handle the winters, but that really looks like a peaceful place. I like it.
just survived my 6th winter without an electricity connection, -32C is normal here
@@martijnheeroma5492 Exactly. I'd say you're tougher than most, Martijn.
We moved to Denmark about a year ago. Coming from the Netherlands where it is always crowded and people are always stressed and in a rush. This is so much more relaxing. The kids (6-8) are also much more relaxed here. We love it here and will never go back.
Tip: find a place you love. Visit it in all the 4 seasons en feel
The difference. And a place with only nice weather is always the right place.
But you guys have EU passports 😂
@@MustBeM i am missing your point in your comment. We moved to another country for a more peaceful life. Even outside can be a possibility. We or you are not very limited by our passports.
@@freekoverdevest235no that’s what I mean, you have the benefit of EU passports! Alex and Emma talk about moving to Sweden as if they’re not British and therefore no longer EU.
hoi Freek ik ben 6 geleden naar Sweden vertrokken, eigen dieren, tuin,, weg uit de drukte en politiek van overbevolkt NL, heerlijk
I'm actually half Dutch, and curious about how Denmark is more relaxing that the Netherlands? Aren't they a similar size
I love the idea of a 'sommarstuga' a summer cabin, a nice place that's generally passed down generation to generation to use in the nice summer months.
Love this concept 💛 so many memories to be made!
Yes, and that's exactly what they are--summer cabins, not meant to be lived in all year. At least, that's what I've often read! Mostly they are not even insulated.
@@TravelBeans Hi, just curious: What are your family plan for inncome/Work?
A typical sommarstuga has old Windows and bad insulation that does not work for Swedish winters. And no way of heating it. The season for these kinds of houses are between may and september
I'm glad you guys are considering settling down in our fair country. Something that is not addressed in this video which you probably should try to experience once before moving here is the darkness of winter. Depending on how far north you live the amount of daylight in the deepest of winter can vary from a few hours per day in the south to nothing at all if you settle above the arctic circle. On the other hand you will get 24h of light in the summer up north down to around 21h of light in the south in the summer. A lot of people think that living in the south of Sweden will save you from the worst of Swedish winters. In my opinion this is a trap. Winters in the south of Sweden are dark, damp, windy, non-consistent subzero degrees which makes the snow never stay for long which adds to the darkness and general misserable state of thing whereas the winters up north almost always have steady subzero degrees which means the snow is kept frozen which means that the snow brightens things up a fair bit and also, frozen snow equals dry snow. so you can go sleding, skiing, skating etc. Another tip from a fellow parent. Noah is just a baby now but around the age of four he is going to want to make friends of his own and build relationships with other kids so I would highy recommend you guys to put down some roots by then. Even though I highly enjoy your travel vids. Also, if you need local help I will gladly answer any questions you might have about Swedish bureaucracy if needed. Good luck!
+1 on this comment. The darkness in Stockholm is unbearable and the air is moist, so it always feels alot colder than it actualy is. Everything is always wet and the snow never stays more than a week tops.
I agree with you to a point. I've lived in Skåne for 16 years now and yes the months nov - feb are not the most fun I'll admit! The worst days are the cold, dark, windy and wet ones. BUT having said that I would take those over near 24 hour darkness any day! I live on the south coast which is arguably the worst for those kind of cold windy days, but further north in Skåne you do get more of the snow and the light. If I were them I'd be looking in Northern Skåne/Blekinge/Småland to get the best of both worlds. Still south enough that you get more of the light during the winter, but north enough that get snow and not rain/wind/urgh days.
The couple if from the UK, the country that only have one weather, the rainy, cold, miserable one...😁
@@WhiteWinds In the UK, the Netherlands and northern Germany we stay inside almost all winter because it is absolutely awful, always between -2 and 12c, always raining, rarely any sun. The darkness is functionally the same since nobody goes outside anyway, and if you work a 09:00 - 17:00 like most people it's dark on your commute both ways... 😅 And especially in the Netherlands, we have the same problem with mosquitoes because we also have water everywhere. Honestly i don't think there's much of a difference between southern Scandinavia and the countries directly below it. Except maybe the summers being less hot up there. Which is a good thing to me, anything over 24c and i feel like shit, and the Netherlands has been above 24c day and night the past 5 summers.
Maybe i should move north...
As you are aware it gets COLD there. Maybe revisit in Winter to get the real chill picture.
Or at least in autumn when the days get very short. And remember it's almost May now, and there still is snow and ice.
And mosquito-y in summer!
@@MustBeM That's not a mosquito - that's the national bird....(sorry Sweden)
Maybe a car with 4 wheel drive would be essential too if the cabin is on a dirt road.
@@alexj9603 last snow melted 29 of May in my garden 🤣🤣🤣
Take it from a 70 year old woman. Location is location is location. Any issues you are struggling with will follow you to each location after the newness wears off. So deal with the issues and then decide what the location should be.
Excellent advice for me and for all! Merci and i am almost 75 been in France 19 years and have itchy feet!
Well, except for Australia’s exorbitant housing prices. You can leave that problem behind.
we have a saying in AA doing a geographical
Exactly. I’ve always said, wherever you go, there you are. Your problems and issues are always with you, but if you find a place to live that is aesthetically pleasing and meets many needs that is a bonus.
so true... I've lived in 4 different countries, and your issues will follow you anywhere. Sure there are places you may like more than others, but you won't be happy anywhere if you don't deal with issue within yourself
My opinion. Take every opportunity to look, look,, look. I think the right home will choose you as much as you choose it. When you walk into that "right" place, you'll look at each other and just know that it's the place for the three of you. Best wishes. Looking forward to seeing what your searching finds you. Have fun! What an adventure!
I am irish living in Sweden for the last 26 years! I love this country, i am near to a river, a lake, forest and with everything in life it takes time to get used to everything. I speak swedish of course. I think that wherever you lay your hat,you can make it your home, just give it time!
Irish too and lived in Gothenburg for 8 years, back home now. What part do you live in? I enjoyed my time there but for me Sweden is not a country to grow old in.
@@greenknitter i live further north , it takes about six hours driving time from Göteborg. I don’t think towns in Sweden or any country are places to grow old in. I have very little faith in any system nowadays to take care of older people…… the old covid…..to protect the elderly that the didn’t protect! I have moved towards being a little independent of the system. Sweden is perfect for that!
@@annebracken7757 I meant the country, not just towns. Read too many reports in Swedish newspapers about old people found dead alone in their apartments weeks and months later. No-one claiming the bodies, very sad. Not saying it can't happen here too, but I was shocked how often I read this happening in Sweden. Same thing as in Japan. People cut off from society in their apartments.
I had no family there so was scared I might end up like that too, so came home. The darkness and cold was not going to feel any better in my ageing body either.
The snow looks lovely though and Summers better than Ireland. I missed the people though tbh. Sweden is a nice country but can be boring IMO. Am glad you love it though, it has a lot going for it. 👍
@@greenknitter av it's sad that you felt that way! I have an elderly neighbour, I collect his newspaper and post every day, we clear the snow, cut the grass and put his bins up! Thankfully I live in a community where they really watch out for each other. I have adapted very well, I find the damp in Ireland a bit annoying now. We have snow a long part of the winter and the air is very dry then. My parents and siblings still live I Ireland but I can't see myself going back there. You were right to go back if you felt that way. It's important to do it before it becomes too difficult!
Do you still feel Irish? I was born in Holland and have lived here for 40 years and feel way more Swedish than Dutch, took the Swedish nationality some 10 years ago. I like to visit my family every now and then but I'm always glad when I come back home.
We took a cruise to Sweden and sailed through a hundred islands, some with only one house on and others with little villages on most nearer to the city have a local boat calls with parts, medicine and furniture, these small boats enable you to get to doctors, dentist, hospital if needed. My husband was a roamer and we moved lots and built two houses, and had a caravan but as soon as secondary school was on the horizon we decided our children’s education was important so settled - that was our motivation to stay somewhere
How exciting! I would recommend finding a longer term rental first before buying. Things you take for granted in “civilization” are often difficult when you are remote like: grocery stores, doctors offices, etc. You might not like how difficult certain things become.
I would ask you if you are the kind of couple that is up for really hard work, long winters, and settling in for the long haul. Homeownership in any country is an adventure in and of itself, but I'm not convinced it's the adventure the two of you are looking/ready for. You'll know when the time is right.
That was very honest Alex.
My husband and I have been together for 32 years. We have three young men. We moved a lot until we found a town in Canada that felt like home.
My husband travelled a lot for work and we’ve taken some amazing vacations with our boys on points. My husband is close to retirement and we’re excited to travel for longer periods of time. Our sons watch our house and dogs while we’re away. Unfortunately with the state of the world our sons won’t own a property in Canada anytime soon. This gives them some independence while finishing post secondary education.
Can’t wait to see what the future holds for your family. Cheers
Sweden is a lovely place with a hellish amount of mosquitoes and a painfully short summer. If you do decide on it, go south to skaane and up above 80 meters and away from the coast some 40 KM minimum. You will have a relative easy access to Copenhagen. Godspeed. T.
Only in the north, I haven't seen a mosquito in years where I live in the southwest!
Skåne has no winter at all, has people talking with a strange accent - the countryside is just flat and boring. If that is Sweden.... then Germany is mediterranean
Dane here. If I could I would move from Copenhagen to Malmö in a heartbeat. I've lived in 6 countries and traveled to 35 and that part of Sweden is special. And yes I've been to Stockholm but it's as bland as Copenhagen. @larka742
@@charisma-hornum-fries Malmo? Lol. I like nature, forget Malmo. Gangs and shitty neighborhoods.
@@charisma-hornum-fries my grandpa lives in limhamn right next to the bridge. Spent many summers biking there as a child, lovely place.
In my experience, and I’m an old fart of 64, I’ve learned that no choice is perfect. There will always be questions no matter the decision that you make. But there is a word that doesn’t sound very sexy but that can bring a great deal of fulfillment in life. The word is commitment. This is something I’m sure you find with your wife and child. It isn’t always perfect but it is worth sticking with it; it’s fulfilling and enriching. You guys have been looking at properties for a long time. At some point you can either make a commitment and try it for a few years or just continue to wonder.
Beautifully said
If there is a lock on the door and you can enjoy each other behind the doors, all will be ok!!! Life is beautiful and challenging and the grass is green wherever you are, and it will never be perfect.
I bought two houses in Sweden. Then renovated them, and sold them with profit. No other job in those years. Lived minimalistic and alone. First one a 100 year old house in Norrland. Second one a newer cabin in Skåne. It's totally doable. I bought and sold them private, without any involving from bank or real estate (I don't want those people to take my money when I'm able to understand things myself) :D I'm from Denmark, and back here again. At the moment considering to find a little house in Sweden again, and this time maybe stay in it :)
If you're comfortable, please share the approx/avg starter budget to do that? Thank you
@@nesser52 Can't tell. Its as wide as everything else in the world. Depends on what you find and where you find it, but for sure it was private and not throuh real estate.
I was in Sweden and got to know someone, so it was fully by coinsidence because I moved myself. Houses has for sure increased in prices over the last years, but you should could find something for a couple of hundred thousand SEK that you can make a godod project out of. I look everyday. Unfortunately I just lost an opportunity the other day, because I was to slow.
I bought an isolated piece of land in Ontario, Canada many years ago. It had a barn and a house that we lived in while I built a new house. Pretty basic things to think about are water source, septic system, power, heat source, emergency access and access for school. I worked full time and built a liveable home over 6 months part time ...... a huge amount of work. Then I worked a lot of completely finish the place. Remember that even those pieces of wood that went into the cook=house fire have to be cut or bought and carried in. If you are ready for a lot of work, now is the time in your life to do it. We were connected to the grid only for power, but equipped to live without that if necessary. I was able to hunt and fish for most of our meat. We did not have time to garden so everything else was purchased. Maybe you should rent some place like the cottage in your video for a year and see what you think. It was a wonderful life.
Good luck with deciding. Its beautiful there but reading the comments will help. I've just learned things from reading them myself! It will be fun to watch as you journey along in whatever you decide! Safe travels!!
This video was special. Great video work and I really appreciated the "realness" of it.
I've had itchy feet since 18 years old too (33+ years now) as I was a travel agent in my youth and now nomadic travel guide UA-camr living full-time in Mexico. But I can say there are periods as you get older - and I think especially now that you have Noah, where you may find the itch recedes a bit as your new daily excitement comes from your time with Noah. Watching him grow and explore even if it's in the same yard day after day. I recommend continuing to set an intention of peace and fulfillment for all 3 of you, and as time unfolds, I believe you will find your path, your place and answers. But even that may just be for a period of time. I have gone through numerous alternating periods in my life of 'settling down in one spot' and then roaming again for a period. But I like your idea of looking for the a place to 'come back to' that is affordable so when the itch becomes too great, you can still easily afford to scratch it. Even if one day that is just when Noah is on a school break.
My advice is to think where you,d like your child to go to school and grow up,as they will need that stability.I always wanted my children to be around their grandparents.Then you can always travel with them in their holidays to new places and show them the world,or maybe the nice bits.❤
I live in Minnesota and even here, where it doesn’t get full dark, winter gets me. Though I love watching people who do it; Lost in Europe’s videos are truly spectacular.
Minnesota is MUCH colder than Sweden in the wintertime.
And the amount of sun hours are pretty much the same in Sweden vs Minnesota in a winter month like January !
Growing up in the 70's, 80's and even through the 90's, I moved from country to country at the whim of the Military. As a child and as an adult myself. Often times just staying long enough to make a few friends just to say goodbye to them. I promised my oldest son (who was born in the midst's of all this) that once he starts school that we would not move again until he graduated school and moved out on his own. Now we're full time in the RV and travel again, because my wife hasn't had the chance to see everything that I did. Yeah, traveling we get to see the world, but for a child.... we rob them of never having a life long friend, often times major life events like Prom, school sports, and such.... I have no ROOTS, my children do though. That might be a thought.
WOW! Badger! Amazing video! A badger living under your cabin?!? That’s so awesome! I live in Finland and we have a lo of them here yet I have seen one only twice in my life. And I spend all my free time in woods trying to photograph wildanimals. I take over 100 000 pictures every year.
Hey guys you need to do what's best for your little boy put his needs first.
I had traveled alot over the last 30 years, and have lived in many rental properties. Now I own a house. During Covid lock down I was very thankful for this security. I would advise living in an area that has good transportation....air, train, vehicle. The world is a bit of a mess, and you never know what leaders say no to in transportation. Isolation, is nice for
3 - 6 months, but forever is cutting yourself and family from knowing who was important in your lives as a child. Good luck, keep being adventurous. It makes you happy.
If you two would like a home base in central Portugal to explore and visit several different areas and its microclimates...we have a vacation villa in Obidos I could offer. It's incredibly located and would allow you to consider the silver coast (Lourinha, Nazare, Peniche, Caldas, etc). As for the Algarve, we are presently looking to buy in Albufeira. Anyhow the villa in Obidos is 8 minute drive to city centre and 8 minute walk to feeling like you are in the middle of nowhere. If you're interested...let me know. :)
You are so lucky to be able to move around how you wish, so many of us cant due to illness, count your blessings you never know ..
I love of course Sweden 🇸🇪 and Swedes❤️ being a Norwegian 🇳🇴
I have never bought a property before, and I’m 56. So I always rent. Probably moved to 25 different places since I moved out my parent’s place at 18. I love the freedom, because I travel A LOT. Need just a small, cheap and nice place to stash my few things, lock the door and go out in the world 🌍 So far I’ve had residency in Norway, Canada and here in Spain. Living on the Canary Island of Tenerife for the last 10 years.
But maybe in 8-10 years time I might buy myself a little house with mountain and ocean views, on the tiny neighboring island of El Hierro 🏝️ I can’t stand cold winters up in my motherland 🥶 The costs of housing and living on these islands are low, and it’s beautiful places everywhere here and wonderful people. And I have learned myself 6-7 languages during my life, and able to practice them all on these islands ❤️ 🇳🇴🇸🇪🇪🇸🇬🇧🇩🇰🇫🇷🇩🇪
I'm at a similar place in my and my partner's life as well. We fell in love with a small village in Romania and we have sold our house in the UK with the idea of buying a land with an old house in Romania. We love the region, we have mountains and rivers, nice villages around, lovely people mostly farmers.
We can't tell where this would lead but something inside us screams: do it. Make that change!
FYI this last winter was one of the coldest in a very long time. Here in Stockholm it was -27°C but farther up in the northeren parts it was -40°C and alooooot of snow, they had snow until May. And badgers are dangerous AF, if they bite you, they break all of the bone they bite in to, they smash it in to pices. Also in some parts of Sweden for example parts of Dalarna, they have great areas with swine flue. You have to be careful in the woods, especially in the north where its more common to see wolves, bears, mooses and ofcourse those nasty badgers haha
Wish you the best of luck with finding a property.
Your camera chat at the 9min mark - I’ve never felt so “seen” and it’s great to see how you put my feelings into words. We did buy the house and try to put down roots for my kids and I’m still dealing with itchy feet and doubts about this choice. Kids are happy and we try to travel when we can. Good luck to you and your family!
I am 40 years old, lived in Sweden almost all my life and I have never seen a live badger!!
Nasty things. I had one move into my wood shed last summer, even though I live in the middle of a small town in Sörmland. I think it was attracted by the gooseberry bush and cherry windfalls. They stink - they're related to skunks. And luckily I have a concrete floor in the shed, because they love to dig. And sh1t. Managed to chase it away and block all of the ways it could get back into the garden. I think it set up its smelly home in a neighbour's place.
Yes me too. However I can hear them at night walking around the house
I feel exactly the same. I don’t want to be tied down either but at the same time long to belong. The struggle is real. You make me think about this. Thanks for sharing.
We've looked into living in Sweden but neither of us being an e.u citizen anymore makes it so difficult to near impossible to just retire off grid anywhere outside of the UK /rep Ireland anymore.
You need a lot of retirement money or go back to work or have your own business and then it would be heaps of paperwork.
It would be a holiday home only and that's not really what we want.
P.s I do hope you find your bolt hole , your little piece of paradise, your sanctuary , your quiet place.
I guess many of us are looking for that .
For now , we are converting a slightly bigger van so we can continue the search and enjoy the journey xxx
Love and light to all, be kind 💞
Finally, a realistic comment that takes reality into account! Reading all these other comments saying see how you feel and do what’s best are hilariously deluded unless these two have EU citizenship? Tell it to Migrationsverket, they’ll decide if you’re even allowed to live in Sweden as a non-EU citizen. As if life is all about what you think and what you want. Try manifesting a residence permit.
Each country in the EU (similar to non-EU) decides its own long-term immigration rules. Some countries have liberal rules, others not so much. There's no blanket ban on all British citizens from moving to every EU country.
@@corvus_tristis it seems to be getting tougher not just in Sweden but other countries too. One condition in more and more countries is to be able to speak the language fluently by the time you get your interview. That's tough and a little unfair considering many of the native speakers are more likely to want to practice their English.
@@aliasgharkhoyee9501having lived in Sweden as a non-EU citizen WITH a eu long term residence card AND a European husband… Sweden is one of the toughest countries in terms of immigration. Two Brits with no Swedish employer trying to move to Sweden for the fun of it? Absolutely no chance.
@@corvus_tristisEXACTLY. They have truly no clue about the complexities of moving abroad 😂 (from someone who has lived in the Netherlands pre and post-Brexit, moved to Sweden and got my Dutch passport in the meantime haha)
Wow! My favorite UA-camrs in Sweden! What an unexpected surprise! Welcome! I hope you enjoy it here. Looking forward to your next video. 😊
I would recommend if you wanna move to sweden, and let your kid grow up in sweden, to move to a place close to a elementary school and highschool, and get a summerhouse out in the woods you go to during holidays and days off. Our summer house was my dads house before he married mother. He buildt it to live there but its close to nothing. I am so happy they choose to move to a smaller town with easy access to elementary and highschool and just used it as a summerhouse.
Yup, that's the swedish way mostly.
I was first introduced to your family on the Newby’s channel, and immediately jumped over and have watched you guys,but not lately. Garden season pulls me in ❤️ I really listened in fact I rewound and listen to your cathartic thoughts again, I understand your canundrum 🙏.
I have no doubt that now that you have the little one you feel the need to make a nest . But you have met John Tara Caruso and Sawyer and they have in my humble opinion created a beautiful life for family but still retaining that wanderlust and keep exploring this amazing planet . Best of luck with your decision 👍🤞🏻🙏❤️
You are never ready, i honestly belive the vast majority don't want to settle and pay a mortgage for 30 year's, but you know what. Sometimes you accept you just have to for the sake of your kids. They need friends, they need to meet other kids, i belive school and some kind of hobby, football, dancing ect is so important. Every other dad i meet at my daughters dance shows don't really be there, they'll watch there own kids and just let the rest of the day pass. Nobody wants to be there. But sometimes you just gotta
A great video. I would do this in a heartbeat, mean buy a house in sweden. The house at the lakeside where you stayed would suit me perfectly. Be courageous and strong: go for it, buy a smallish property in Sweden 💛
I have a nice small cabin in the woods in Sweden. You are welcome to come and stay there 😊it is no water and no electricity. Just like you van.
Are you renting it out now? hvor i Sverige? ;)
“So hard to figure out what you want “ yup, so true.
They are Brits and are considered non-EU immigrants in Sweden. This means they have to apply for a residence permit. I think they are self-employed. That means they have to meet these requirements:
In order to obtain a residence permit in Sweden as a self-employed, you must:
1 have a valid passport
2 show that you have significant experience in your field and previous experience of running your own business
3 have documented knowledge in Swedish and/or English
4 show that you are running the business, that you have the ultimate responsibility for it and that you own at least half of the business
5 show that the business' services or goods are sold and/or produced in Sweden
6 show that you have sufficient funds to support yourself and, if applicable, your family during the first two years (equivalent to SEK 200,000 for you, SEK 100,000 for your spouse and SEK 50,000 for each accompanying child)
7 show a credible basis for your budget
8 show that you have created customer contacts and/or a network in Sweden
9 show that the business, following the two-year probationary period, is expected to be able to support you and, if applicable, your family.
In most cases you must pay a fee.
Good advice. As a Brit I am devastated that we left the EU and people with little understanding of Brexit voted for it. I wanted to retire in an EU country and now cannot. Stuck in England and surrounded by annoying Brexit voters.😥
@@bambit08pity you have little understanding of why people voted out.
@@snowflakemelter1172 Please enlighten me.
Never stop the innuendos 😂 Absolutely loved this video as with all your videos, there was some deepness mixed in with the fun. I think on the house front you'll know when you find it big hugs from Ireland x
Travel until your little Bean 🫛 is school aged. It is beautiful there but too cold. ✌🏻❤
So cool to see you experiencing the butterflies of Swedish country living for the first time.
Before buying my cottage in Värmland in 2020, I lived vanlife between summers in Sweden and winters in Portugal, Spain and Italy for over 6 years. The beauty of Sweden is, that wild camping is allowed and even if you have your own place it is so easy to go on adventures with a van or tent and discover the rest of the country and potentially the rest of Scandinavia or even Europe.
The biggest disadvantages I find worth noting are the long distance driving, especially in winter with icy road conditions, mosquitoes in summer and high taxes. But those are small compromises in my opinion for everything you get living surrounded by nature.
It could be a good idea to rent and experience the seasons before committing, on the other hand, it is just as easy to sell a house here as it is to buy one...
One thing to be aware of is that houses on a lakeside are quite a bit more expensive than those tucked away.
But if you are happy with a small cottage you might be willing to pay extra for the beautiful view.
Looking forward to seeing how your house hunting journey will go from here on.
Feel free to contact me if you'd like to hear more about my experience or have specific questions about the process.
Greetings from my forest cabin,
Karin
Being tied down to a kid is way scarier than buying a home, the home you can always sell..
exactly my thoughts lol
Agreed if a house,job, relationship doesn't work out you can move on.. can't do that with your kids!
Having a kid is a commitment yes. But you also experience the biggest love you will ever feel ❤ my daughter is 5 months now en I only now feel that life is truly worth living. Like it only now got true meaning
@@pineconehermit3968 Yes--that's how it is when they're babies. For sure! But wait till they turn into teenagers and pre-teens. THAT'S when you lose the will to live 😉
@@dragonfly9209 yes I rather not think about that part yet 🤣
This was a great video, one of your best ever. Thanks for being personal with your thoughts on settling down, or continuing traveling. Loved the drone shots too.
Those Syrian refugees welcoming you really warmed my heart
Thanks for the tip with Hemnet. ❤ Wishing you all the best for your life in Sweden.
I did actually consider buying a house in Sweden, a single woman older than forty living with land and nature and i still think about it an awful lot, however, the place i thought i would like to live is in the North of Sweden. All well and good in Spring/Summer months but the thought of endless nights/days of darkness when here in England we might have tons of rain and longer winters but we do get daylight all year round. I am not sure my mental health would survive it, i am sort of happy here on my own but out in a forest with no one to talk to when just need someone to reassure you .......i just not sure about that. Still, i do know that the price of owning your own house mortage free in Britain, or living off the grid is really not possible, who knows when that *will never be built *on - green belt land will be needed for more houses. So Sweden has potential, i viewed a virtual house online last year £30,000 with two acres of land and out buildings, it needed a touch of tlc - not entirely sure what that means because here n the England it really depends how much money you have to play with. My advice would be to go there in the winter stay in another cabin for a week with no daylight and lots of snow and tell us Brits how it really feels. How much is that freedom worth? Sit on it, dont be rash and though talking to the locals is all well and good, remember they are used to everything we are not. Then there are the practical things, where will you child go to school when he is old enough, what about snowy mornings, how do you get shopping etc wheres the nearest town? Think, talk, think some more, go travelling, talk to people that live in vans that have made that leap of faith and keep laughing.
So nice to see you've found my lovely home country. I do understand that people from busy countries and cities can fall in love with the countryside of Sweden where you have a lot of space and everything is quiet 🙂I agree that it would probably be a good idea to rent something for a longer period of time to see if it suits you. You also need to decide where in the country you want to live. Like you mentioned, it can be quite long distances sometimes to cities where you can get the things that you want and need. If you're planning to have it as a vacation home, then it will be important that you can reach it without too much hassle.
I wish you both good luck and I would love to see you in Sweden. We would for sure welcome you with open arms.
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Yes the property prices here in Sweden can be very cheap but the costs of owning a property in Sweden is a lot more than the uk ( I'm an expat). There are a lot of property taxes, cost of heating in winter, even with an air water system is extortionate. Upkeep can be very expensive, labour costs and materials are expensive. Sorry for negativity, it's not all doom and gloom, better quality of life is one positive. I have owned 4 properties since moving to Sweden and now rent a flat.
Hi, I need to get more knowledge about expenses for a little cabin regarding taxes,do you know how much in a year?
It varies from property to property, the value is a factor. If you talk to the estate agent they should be able to explain it.
A tip if you dont like mosquitos or flies. Find a cabin close to the sea. The sea breeze keeps them away.
❤ having children means you need a support system. Moving far away from everyone you know may not be as helpful as you would think.
the distance between the UK and Sweden or Portugal is relatively the same.
Maybe distance is the key!
Maybe!
This right here is why I love you guys so much. You’re so honest and sincere. I feel the same as you. Moved to the hills of Kentucky where life is slower and more natural. I just think you two and of course Noah are just wonderful people. Thank you for sharing so much with us ❤
I appreciate where you’re coming from but if you get a mortgage and buy a house then don’t like it you can sell it! I’m very risk averse when it comes to money but you’ve got to live somewhere and you might as well be paying off your own mortgage instead of a landlords… Sweden looks incredible ❤
Yes we would definitely do something like this - stop overthinking + enjoy the fun side of buying a little cottage - u can always sell it down the line if its not working for u 😊
Billions of midges in the summer especially near a lake
Just stumbled across your channel, and the algorithm obviously shared this video for a reason! It's interesting to me that you're feeling anxious about being tied down, but for me the idea of cutting the ties we have feels so scary and alien. I'd absolutely love to be debt/mortgage free and live a more simple/self-sufficient life. I think you will find your groove, and you're never truly tied down, houses etc are just things at the end of the day, and can always be sold/rented out. Best of luck guys, looking forward to following your journey and very glad I stumbled upon your channel!
Hard to be far from pediatricians, hospitals, shops, schools….great for a second home. Sweden is lovely but I have lived in southeastern France for 30 years now so long dark snowy Winters are not my cuppa tea full time 🥶
The happiness emitting out of this lovely family is just so contagious! 💛💛💛💛
The catch is the winters 😅
Great to have you here. Now you can find some Peace and relax.
UnFortunately, I looked into it and you may not even get citizenship into Sweden. And I would love to find something like that. I have not been able to for years, but it’s beautiful.
That’s odd, why would that be??
you're allowed to get citizenship after 5 years of having residency permit and 6 years if residency was education-based at some point
Good video, I love those BBQ huts. Saw them in Finland when i last went, was so good to chill and heat up then dart out for Aurora.
Please be careful. The one thing I have learned throughout my long life and career is that in many instances, the dream is usually greater than the reality. Your future focus is now on your child. Looking down the road, what about having friends nearby for your child to play with, or education requirements? Medical? Also, as you mentioned, world events are currently impacting everything. The Baltic area is ripe for problems. What if the UA-cam phenomenon slows down? Is UA-cam generational? That can change in a heartbeat. It seems to me living in Britain as a base and traveling from there offers all the options and flexibility that you might ever need as life events change. I have two children, ages 39 and 38, and five grandchildren ages, 9 to 5, and I’ve never regretted not following all of my dreams. My family dates to the 1200s in Goosnargh, England and left to come to America in 1680 for who knows what reason. The other side of the family is from the Isle of Wight. I’m not going anywhere. My family and legacy has fulfilled all my dreams. 😁
RF
Retired CEO, USA
Goosnargh Lancashire ?
@@clairehamer5365 yes
@@clairehamer5365 are you familiar with Goosnargh? I’m hoping to plan a trip there to continue my genealogy research.
Nordic countries are quite safe to live in.
I also think renting for a year and experiencing a Swedish winter might be the best decision. I personally could not stand the endless snow, the hard work keeping the house warm and travelling for hours just to get groceries. But - maybe for those who want to live in Nature it would be a dream…also Rosie’s channel shows just what kind of character takes on such a huge life change (and all the hard, hard work) xx Good Luck with whatever you both choose. XX
I would think you'd get bored there, good for two weeks at a time though.
Beautiful video both.... I lived in the UK all my life travelling all over the UK with my camper 😊😊and I just moved to Romania because I love the country 😊😊
Warning: lengthy story up ahead...
Would I do something like this? Well, I already did around 2 years ago. Bought a house in Värmland.
Just a bit of realism and caution:
Lakefront properties in Sweden are not that cheap. In fact, they're pretty expensive - Swedish terms for expensive, but still expensive.
Only very rarely do authorities permit building on the waterfront these days so the existing ones go up in price every year.
Just about all rural houses in Sweden have a septic tank and a well. The septic tank of the cheaper objects is almost always due for replacement - it's not optional, authorities keep track of this.
Installation of a proper heating system is also typically quite expensive.
You wouldn't be the first one who bought a house for 20K just to invest another 20K in replacing the septic tank, 10K on a new roof, 20K on bergvärme, 5 to 10K on an entirely broken well + pump. I'm not joking and I'm not exaggerating - this really happens and it's not even all that rare unfortunately.
We're so used to houses being worth 10x or more from rural Sweden, we often don't realize that investing 60 to 100K only increases the value by 20 or 30K - it's crazy but true.
Building materials in Sweden are far from cheap and insurance dictates that all electric work and all plumbing be done by (Swedish) certified professionals that in turn know their worth - it adds up quickly.
A property as big as the one you visited requires a lot of maintenance and even though you plan to do as much as possible by yourself - it doesn't come cheap.
Oh yes and the more rural it gets, the bigger the chance a tree falls on your electricity line after heavy snowfall. We were out of power a couple of times while it was -30 (celcius) last winter so you need to prepare yourself for that.
Often times you find yourself bidding against a bunch of foreigners (Mostly Dutch, German, some Norwegian and Danish - didn't meet any Britons yet), it's NOT fun when the bidding goes all crazy because the non-Swedish don't undertand the local market.
Also, this video shows you in Sweden in early spring when there's no mosquitos yet. There's a LOT of those little vampires. So many in fact that you might not fancy going outdoors anymore certain times of the year. Don't want to cover yourself in chemicals all the time to keep them off.
Lots of these types of properties can only be reached by dirt roads. Dirt roads in Sweden are typically rather well maintained but they can turn into sheets of ice during the winter - 4WD with spikes (dubbdäck) recommended - again, pretty pricy.
A moose on your windshield will kill both you and the moose...
So yeah, you can buy a house for cheap but there's a couple of things to consider.
Don't want to be negative, though - just realistic.
If you find the right one, it is awesome indeed.
Buying a property is actually quite easy and chances of getting screwed over in the transaction are quite limited.
We have deer and moose in our garden almost daily - I really enjoy just sitting there and watch them.
(There's wolves and bears in the woods as well but we typically don't see them - just saw one wolf so far)
The peace and silence, the absence of noise and light pollution is just the best thing ever.
The lakes - of which they have tens of thousands - are beautiful.
Just trees and water, almost endless feels so refreshing. The air quality is an entirely different level than we're used to.
So please, don't do it, don't go. I like to keep it for myself as much as possible ;-)
I assume the prices for renovations you mentioned are adjusted for being in the middle of nowhere? Or do we need to add another 5K on top of that if it's 3 hours to the nearest big city
@@experimentalcyborg funny you’d mention that. The prices I mentioned are pretty normal numbers in Värmland but I just got a quotation from a painter that included 1K (yes, 1000 euros) for transportation - and he’s coming with one normal car or van. I can imagine if you’re a couple of hours up north and need a septic tank delivered and some specialised heavy equipment it adds up as well.
@@2-meter Damn i guess his van runs on printer ink
@@experimentalcyborg 🤣
Problem is he’s driving 3 hrs one way with 3 people, 500km so that’s 18 man hours and 1000 km of fuel and depreciation so yeah… it ads up…
Welcome to Sweden.
By the way there are painters in the area probably but this one is sandblasting the front of the house and that’s a bit harder to find. Not sure if I’ll do it because it’s around 8K euro to sand and paint one side of the house 😬
What a great and honest video. the pair of you managed to combine amazing footage with a reality that we all SHARE AND LONG FOR. Their is a part in everyone who would love to take the plunge to love a more reserved and secluded life as the world we live in is changing. Sometimes its best to never second guess anything and go with your heart.
Their are people who do not have your opportunity and I thank you for this video and imagine many happy memoirs coming your way, thanks for the upload.
Freezing cold and dark for most of the year, plagued by mosquitos when it's not. There's a reason the properties are cheap.
I do not think you're mad.I think you're doing it very smart.Checking it out saying, what you think.The distance to amenities is a big part, You guys like being in town and stuff but I know there's the perfect something somewhere. I think it's gonna be a lot of fun to see where you decide to saddle.But I see you continuing to do youtube so we can enjoy your life and your station building so that it can help support you, In this place you're in right now is adorable
Wait, no disasters with camper vans? Who are you and what have you done to my Beans? ;-)
😂😂😂 thank goodness!!
@@TravelBeans But in all seriousness - I spent a decent amount of time in Sweden, two to three weeks each summer over a number of years, and I absolutely love the country. And as an added bonus, as a native English speaker, Swedish is not too hard to get a hold of... unlike Portuguese, Thai or Arabic 🙂
😅@@jensschmidt
Wow stunning place and amazing prices.
You ask when do you know you are ready to settle down.
I guess the answer is like the aged old question, how do you know you are ready for babies...heck if like me, you don't...but look how well you cope with travel and a wee one.
We brought our first house aged 24, and our daughter appeared when i was aged 26.
We managed to retire mid 50's debit free and mortgage paid hell, we are very lucky.
Looking back, would I have done things differently quite possibly as due to Health Issues I can not travel in my midlife like I planned...saying that I have had a good life.
A few weeks ago, I sat with a good friend in his last 24 hours, his wife my best friend.
They had brought a house at a young age and found out they could not have children.
Their plan work hard, clear mortgage ensure no debit retire like us mid 50's then rent house and travel.
They got to retire but then were looking after parents at that point.
Aged 59 they were hit with terminal cancer diagnosis
They so regret no the times they did exeretra shift, did not use holidays but worked them as extra money paid mortgage quicker.
They both regret time lost seeing the world.
I guess going back to your question if you were told today was your last day what would make you happy and have no regrets is it ongoing travel or would you think I wish we had a small base to call home even if it did reduce time we travelled.
You will know what's right in your heart ❤
Spend 1 full year in a place to determine the cost of all seasons…equipment/vehicles needed, renovations, being near hospitals/groceries/etc. winters can be harsh.
I personally ,brought the cheapest house I could find as a young person ,I worked long hours ,saved all I could.
Any spare time was spent on renovating my home.
4 years later ,I paid it off ,and the house was restored ,I doubled my money and this gave me a foot hold in the property market.
So ,my point is at some point if you want a home ,you've got to knuckle down, at least for a few years.
Oh once you've got itchy feet ,there is no amount of scratching that will cure it.
Hi Alex and Emma,
by detours we get the amazing movie from your visiting in Sweden. So many beautiful photos from our little farm and the neighbourhood. Thanks ❤
Can you please answer the question about EU passports. Without explaining how you are going to be entitled to live in either Portugal or Sweden you are not being honest to your viewers, you are giving many of them false hope. A bit of reality is needed.
I notice a majority of these types of videos are like this. They will list the best countries to retire to or work remotely from but never talk about residency requirements, visa etc. In almost all cases you can't just pick a country, fly there and start looking for a home.
I hope it works out well for them.