Living Full Time Aboard A Houseboat Tiny Home To Save Money & Live Simply
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This unique tour is one that must not be missed. Joe, a Navy serviceman, has been living on "Toko" his 36ft, 1982 Ed Munk offshore yacht for the last year! Living tiny isn't new to Joe as he was part of the #vanlife movement traveling around Japan, but living on a boat full time was a whole new beast. Fortunately, the previous owners took immaculate care of interior but like anything from 1982 there needed to a facelift. The auto-pilot, electronics, and electric wench were all areas that Joe tackled. With so much space to hang both in the interior and on the "back deck," Joe has really made this boat his home. Awesome job Joe, and may you have fair winds and flowing seas!
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That's not living simply. That's living awesome. Good for you bro.
The only thing I'd suggest is getting the oven working. It may not be a problem for him based on what he cooks, but it's real quality of life improvement in any kitchen to have the option of baking stuff. Speaking as someone who had to deal with busted ovens until recently.
do you know a david briscoe?
@@Bustermachine He does have a toaster oven, so if he's just cooking for himself it's completely workable.
Good fortune and stay safe .
Bro is boat is good for world tour
If we thought about harsh weather . Can boat survive on thunderstorms ??
He gives off "I protected kids from the bullies in high school" vibes.
Yes he does. Fine young man
Thing that stuck out to me the most: How CLEAN and NEAT everything is.
He's Navy
@@RodFleming-World he's a clean person. There are tons of dirty squid..
Except the bathtub. ~giggles~
Bro is boat is good for world tour
If we thought about harsh weather . Can boat survive on thunderstorms ??
I also live on a boat but its nit that slick as this guy, so wel carpented
Love it. I did the same in order to save money and retire early. It was the early days of the "simple living" movement, shortly after the book, "Your Money or Your LIfe," was first published in 1990. My boat wasn't anywhere near as nice as Joe's, but I loved living on it anyway. It was a 1972, 35-foot pontoon houseboat that I owned for 23 years and lived on for eight. It was more like a floating RV. I was able to save about 70% of my income while living on that boat as I worked my way toward retirement. It took about 15 years before I retired, but that's not bad considering I had almost nothing when I began. And it wasn't even a sacrifice. There is nothing better than living on the water, at least in my view. I loved every minute of it. I've been retired for 13 years now and often think of returning to a life on the water.
Thats freaking awesome and inspiring
Yup, did it when I was young LOVED IT it was my home away from my parents home. Sleeping was very different... you hear the cowbell just different sounds and the floating just rock you to sleep...
Your story is inspiring.
I love your story man
I want one! In Sénégal. Is it possible ?
Any young man that reads Hemmingway, plays guitar, and served in the Navy is someone I admire. Well done with this video.
It's all b.s. works well for pickin up chix
Murakami - this guy reads.
I've done two of these.
Edit: Wait! I've done all 3 if you count the merchant navy.
@@susancarter3864 HaHa. Yeah, I would adopt him in a minute.
Erich Collar
Yeah, I think he’s going to make a good son in law for someone.
Very refreshing to see this young man's achievements. He should be very proud.
Don't have to say it we can tell he's proud that's a head turner
Bro is boat is good for world tour
If we thought about harsh weather . Can boat survive on thunderstorms ??
Like living in a boat guys parents bought him. Lol. Stupid comment.
Bought a boat and made minor adjustments, what an amazing achievement! Give the man a Nobel prize or something
I like this dude, he keeps his fridge well stocked with barley and hopps.
I was a teacher for 37 years. I retired 6 years ago. This young man is the kind of person I hoped all of my students would have aspired to.
Lovely little home. And a fine young man. Wish him the best in life. God bless.
@@gregpendrey6711 I'm not of an English speaking nation. Maybe that is why ? I do the best I can. That said, I can not see what I wrote wrongly.
@@bosse641
Ignore him he’s a troll
@@mallow69199 I am also an older man, so my thinking and speaking is according to that. Maybe it sounds weird to younger people these days ? Most people on the internet are young people after all. Few old people it seems.
@@bosse641
Like I said Ignore him he’s ignorant of the language he speaks. I’m an older person too. I was brought up to speak what we call proper English. Greg is trolling everyone that speaks right
@John Grytbakk there is nothing wrong with the way you speak. Pay no mind to those who would bring you down for no good reason.
Young, handsome, wise n humble. The world belong to you. Good luck.
So true, beautiful sentiments. We are all so impressed with this young man. Humility, almost unknown in this day and age.
Me and my wife,have lived on our Bestway 42, for 2;1/5 years here in sweden, we live south of Stockholm in the baltic sea. The winters is cold and long,but it worth it. I bought a bluetooth backing camera for cars, and put the camera in the engineroom, and the screen, on flybridge, so i can se if we are floding,or burning, or what ever. The camera is, ir, so it works in the dark. Great video.thanks.
5:15 was my favorite. You know you're the KING of your home when you can do stuff like that.
My husband and I own a 35ft Catalina and we've been living on it since May of 2017. Sold our home, sold our furniture and came out with the clothes on our back
Rare to see another Buffington. My names Patrick Adams Buffington. Fair winds!
Dang my best friends name is Patrick Adam Buffington 😳
@@jhuntley575 can't be
Good job! I want to do the same.
I'm glad you dressed for the occasion 🙂
This boat is very impressive. I enjoyed watching every inch of the video. Hats off to the young man for the way how he made his presentation. I hope that he has many years of pleasure on his boat.
I want to see the same video from someone on one of the multimillion dollar catamarans just living life and sailing.
This little fellow has been blessed with some great parenting.
Most likely he was blessed to have a mom and dad, and ones who had a great marriage as well.
He is certainly handsome!!😍😍😍😍 To live on a boat is a dream! I would love to have such an life.
Julie Mandel leest he might be looking for a girl maybe you should make the first move.
Why not just do it?
That is not a houseboat but a classic trawler. BIG difference.
Exactly ;)
Gorilla..... Guerrilla ...Big Difference
I just watched your video and it brought back such great memories. I also lived on a Ed Monk design trawler but it was built on Lake Union in Seattle. I lived for 10 years on mine and it truly was the best time of my life. As a female it was such a good feeling learning how do things that men take for granted. I could so identify with you when you were talking about the smells, feelings and sleeping that you just don't get on land. Thank you for sharing your life.
I’m 26. Did four in the Marines and 4 in the Army. Recently got out. I was really tempted to do the boat life. I just purchased a 1965 Holiday Rambler Cabover so I guess I went trailer life lol. I am planning on living out of it and heading out west to work at the national parks for a bit. Hopefully within the next month I can start to live out of it full time. Who knows maybe eventually I’ll switch over to a boat. It looks great!
How’s life treating you friend? Good I hope.
Thanks for your service. May God bless your future journeys.
8 in yrs in the military and you were only 26?? You sure started out as a young whipper snapper! 😉 proud of you and thank you for your service, young person!!
So, how's it going? Still living and doing as you were a year ago? Hoping all is well for you.. Blessings 🌿
If you make your way to Marathon Florida look me up at Sparkys Landing restaurant. Just ask the bartender. I'll hook you up. Thanks for your service. My daughter was 6 years Army, Afghanistan most of her time.
Funny you’re living the life I plan to. Going into the Air Force and hoping to either live in an rv or boat when I get out :). Hope everything is well with you and thank you for your service!
I'm impressed by the way how you put so much more into these 16 minutes than a walkthrough. Thanks
That is so refreshing that you appreciate the older equipment..Don't just replace it with new stuff..keep the old cool stuff ,even if you don't use it..
The ultimate bachelor pad on water. I like it! 😃 Also I like how clean you have kept the boat on the inside. You definitely take care of your boat.
The woodwork on that boat is simply amazing
I’m a live aboard on a Hatteras 53. Wouldn’t trade it for the world! Annual wood treatment with lemon or tung oil will keep your interior looking good. Best wishes!
That boat is immaculate. You are doing a great job keeping it up.
It seems like people in the armed forces are pretty meticulous about their environment it's clear that they learn something from going through boot camp
You need to defrost your freezer. Having it clogged with thick ice like that will shorten the life of the condenser. You get a lot more space too! 😉
Who doesn't want to live on a boat after watching this video and he sounds like a super nice guy.
Love how you explain the difference now that you live on a boat... how it changes you... how well aware you are with everything around you. That's a lot of wisdom there.
Good energy to you, young man, for living the way you want and inspiring us all!
@@gregpendrey6711 Who loves you? Nobody.
Well done. Go Navy. I got out 50 years ago next week! Great time! I would have loved this set up.
Yep, that is the way to go. We too live full-time on a yacht; a Stardust, 76'x16' wide body houseboat. We are "living the dream." My art studio is on our homestead/farm, where we grow about 95% of all our food, including spices, and corn for meal. This lifestyle is a VERY busy one with long hours, but we enjoy it. For those of you thinking of living on a yacht, remember what BOAT means; Bring On Another Thousand. Yacht maintenance is expensive, if you can even find anyone to work on them, which is extremely difficult here in East TN. So you need to be smart and handy, to do the work yourself.
My great nephew lives in Elizabethton TN, and I believe he has back ground in Florida for boats. I know he does fantastic woodworking, not sure about mechanics.
Dont know what age you are but Im in my 50s and I am super impressed with your choices/attitude - well done 🤙🏼
beautiful home, a fine upstanding young man
I’m bummed we share the same name.
@@gregpendrey6711 grow up Gegg
This guy gives off some pretty wholesome vibes. A Good hardworking kid.
It's great that you decided to do this while you're still young. So many people plan on doing something like this after they retire and then they never do, because their health or finances won't allow it. Some of them never even make it to retirement before passing on, so "live while you're alive!" I've lived in motor homes, travel trailers and fifth wheels for many years while following my work (construction) and I never regretted it! Lots of good memories and stories to be shared later!
Well done! I lived on a sailboat for 3 yrs in the 70's till my mother prayed me home. Learned ALOT! Be safe. Eyes of an eagle, and glad your family is around :)
My grandpa had a boat like this from a similar era with 2 bunks in the V birth (drawer storage below) and rather than a dinette, he put a bed frame in the salon. That way, my brother and I could have our own spaces when we came to visit each summer. What started as a 2 week trip became a 2 month annual adventure with him--we even circumnavigated Long Island! A lifelong mechanic and electrician, he ultimately came to rest in an old Palm Beach GMC motor coach, with plans to park it at his favorite Mexican campground on his mind. RIP
How can a republican refocus his stand attack then spray hate vote for them you will see
I am fully impressed with how neat and clean his refrigerator is.
Loved living aboard our 40’ SailYacht for over 10 years. Always enjoyed the Trawlers in our Marina. Our neighbor was a Nurse who lived aboard hers as well, they are very sound Boats and have a great lay out. Nothing beats living on the water.
This young man has his act together.
Glad to see he is enjoying life.
Take care of boat it's beautiful.
Dude! This video is a life saver to my soul. Thanks. I've been wanting to do this same thing but with a sailboat for the past 10 years. So incredible!
The difference is you can get a sailboat for probably much less than a trawler but it will have much less space too haha
What a lovely young man. A great presentation he is so proud (quite rightly) of his stunning boat. I lived on a 60’ Dutch Barge for 14 years. No loved it. My best wishes and will be watching your travels with interest Joe 🤗
I wish I had the wisdom this young man has when I was his age.
Lived on a 42 Owens on Detroit river for 3 years many years ago, loved it, could hear the snow hit the water, ice flows too, it's different, when I was done, I was done and never went back, his boat is too small.
This guys living the life, No stupid high apartment rents, the ability to sail away when he feels like it,amazing!
He has to pay docking fees and gas and insurance. So, what's the difference?
@@lcaceci43 your kidding right?
@@lcaceci43 There is a vast difference trust me!
@David Erickson not everyone can do it, it takes a lot of work and creativity it's about living the dream a lot kind of like life,it's not all glory ,only a small part of life is where you spend your fun tickets,a lot of its the grind but the journey hopefully makes it worth it ,chose wisely and take the first step,or you can sit and life flies by.
I use to have the same boat, they called it a Holiday Mansion, and you're right. It's the best sleep you'll ever get.
Your freezer door seal is not working right; the frost is the symptom. Replace the gasket and it will run better. Could also be the door itself; check for misalignment. Get something that makes smoke in your hand, with freezer running and door shut, hold the smoke device (cigarette works) near the freezer door. If there is a break in the door seal the smoke will be visibly pulled in at that point. Cheers. Source: former refrigeration guy.
Good for you! When I was in the Navy, I too was stationed at the ASW base in San Diego for a while. A trawler like that of same size sailboat would have been perfect. After I got out, I moved back home to Florida where I wanted to buy an old classic sport fish yacht and do a live-aboard like you have there. Found one reasonable but my dad insisted I don't buy it and I ended up giving up on the idea to do that. Big regrets and I always dreamed of living that life style! So here I am 37 yrs later being inspired by you to make that move one day. Soon!!! ;) Thank you for sharing!
This is the same type of boat my grandparents had when I was growing up. I have many memories of summer days and nights sleeping on and enjoying that boat! What a blast from the past! It seems so much smaller than it is in my memories! It has lots of storage space if I recall! Too cool!!!
"Situational Awareness" is how we stay alive onboard.
I'm in my second year on anchor. Love it.
Good vid.
Great video... We almost bought a boat to live on when young, but it never happened and I regret it. Do what you can afford while you can, because by the time you can afford to do a lot more, the desire or ability to do it is gone. Water skiing was my passion when young, kayaking, drone flying, and photography are what I do at 75.
Not bad for 75, or any age really!
@@suzannedavis168 Thanks, i have always pushed myself because what you don't use, you WILL lose at some point...
Ive been living on a boat in subic bay philippines for 21 years. This is my third boat.
Subic Bay...good times during the war (Olongapo?)
I like how he described his situation when deciding to either go into the RV life or the boating life and I've done the RV life for many many years and loved the freedom involved in it even though it has its drawbacks as he was mentioning but it seems more and more that the boat life is capturing my imagination even more so although I've got this feeling that the boat life has cost factors that I see to be a little out of hand at times but I'm sure it's a learning curve
I just started doing the boat life this year. Bought a house boat. Unfortunately I live in the desert in Arizona, so my options are pretty limited with lakes. Beats an apartment tho.
I do both (Rv and boat). Getting a trailerable Trawler will save you money!
There are a few things, yes. Boat maintenance can be very expensive, especially the haul-outs.
go for what is tugging at your heart.....
Fuel consumption is similar, if cruising the boat, or mooring fee if not.
Having lived for 10 years in Sausalito on my Hans Christian, another 70’s Taiwan boat, boy was this sentimental. Now 30 years later in my 70’s will I go back to this wonderful life.
this is the best way ive ever heard a "real description," of boat life. I Love Boat Life. Life is better with a boat! Friends of mine seem to think that boat life is a lonely life but its not.
Ret 21 year Navy Vet, 8 year liveaboard previously while on active duty. Great video and it looks like you chose your boat well for the purpose it serves you. Its got a lot of great features for a liveaboard. I think that "drop in cabinet storage" is actually a "cold box" where you use ice to keep things like milk, cold cuts and beer cold to conserve space in the small Fridges that are often installed on a boat. I used mine for storage too but you can also install a chiller plate and keep it cold that way if you want and need more space.
If your gonna be a liveaboard...dont underestimate the need for a great galley, large fridge, plenty of storage space and bathroom facilities! Dont skimp on boat size either although after about 40 ft slips become harder to find and much more expensive per a foot. Big enough "to work well enough" will most likely find you seriously wanting in the near future! Before you buy a used boat, make sure you spring for the extra expense for a out of water Marine Survey so you get a rock solid boat to start your adventure on. It will be the best 500-1000 dollars you have ever spent, probably get the owner to come down on price and will be needed most likely for insurance purposes. Insurance is cheaper for a diesel vs gas and much safer! Be advised most insurance companies will not insure the boat if they find out your living on it!!! If you live in an area that gets cold, unlike very mild San Diego (ie...Seattle), condensation is a huge issue you will have to figure out how to deal with!
I had to chuckle when I saw the fridge packed full of beer- "Single guy." I remember those days.
...and canned mai-tais for the la-deeez!
Before you simped.
Very nice! I was in the Navy in small boats. You're not kidding about having to do any and all jobs. Looks like you keep a tight ship. So jealous!
You're a great role model kid impeccably organised keep up the encouragement to others
Stunning! Been around boats all my life, they're is nothing like the older wood ones! They have an elegance and a solidity that fiberglass will never have! Excellent find! Fair winds and following seas!
This brings back fond memories of when I dated a cute boy in my twenties who lived on his boat in the north bay of California. Put a smile on my face.
First of all, let me point out that this kind of life is NOT FOR EVERYBODY. Most of us are way too used to our comforts, our amplitude and, frankly, it's easier to pay somebody for some chores than do them oneself. For a select few, however, this life would be great. So, congratulations on finding paradise, and may you keep doing this for a long time!
Love the boat. Wish I could have done that when I was a Wave in the Navy in the 1960's but then I might have gotten seasick. Women were only stationed on Hospital Ships as nurses in those days. I was more of a landlover. Best wishes for you life on your beautiful ship/boat.
So many hidden costs associated with boats I doubt its cheaper than living normally in the long run. That being said I love this.
That said, houses are constantly needing things like roofing, furnace/chimney repair, landscaping, plumbing, kitchen remodeling, dealing with cellar flooding, etc, etc.
Wish i was young again and living aboard that baby, what fantastic character she has.
This kid has been raised right, all the best mate, stay positive
You have a great head on your sholders. Nice to see. Thanks for your service. Army, 68/69. Capt Mike.
Lovely to see a young male finding the joys of responsibility and growing up but obviously still being well connected to his family ( looking forward to getting the whole family on board to stay ) I have subscribed and am looking forward to following your seaborne journeys. Nice choice of boat too. Best wishes from the UK.
Man there's alot of room on that thing. Living the dream.
Living the dream, buddy! You've no idea how many wish we could have done this when younger.!
Man I've seen A LOT of these videos, and you found the perfect balance in my opinion, your boat is great, spacious and it looks very well kept! You are living my dream, thank you for the inspiration :)
This is so cool. I like everything about it, especially the name of the boat. God bless!
GLAD YOU'RE IN THE NAVY. AWESOME THAT YOU HAVE THAT GREAT BOAT AND YOU'RE LIVING REAL NICE AND CALM LIFE. BEST WISHES TO YOU. BE SAFE. LOOKS LIKE YOU'RE LIVING IT UP AND SMART. AND TO TOP IT OFF YOU'RE GORGEOUS. GOD BLESS YOU. KEEP PROSPERING IN LIFE AND IN THE NAVY.
Nice job Son! Thanks for your Service to this Country. My wife and I hope to get back to boat LIFE soon 🛥
Very nice!! I grew up on a house boat during the summers on the west coast. My dad was an avid fisherman. I was really young and an only child but grew to love the coast and the smell of the ocean. My dads boat was the MERRILLJAUNA.
I loved fishing and cleaned my own catch by the time I was 10.
Both fish and crab.
Anyway, I love your boat. Have fun with it and make sure not to cross borders illegally like my dad did once into canada as he didnt realize he had done so. Boy what a memory.
Thank you for sharing
Be safe, stay well and God bless
This is beautiful. What a great job you have done with this boat. Wishing you good luck in all that you do. Thank you for sharing.
This old Coastie (Puddle Pirate) has gotta be jelouse of this young Squid.
It's been my lifelong dream to live on a houseboat.
At least 52 feet long with a composting toilet and o ran going rated.
Dual Cummins diesels with a back up 3 banger for emergency propulsion power and to power the electronics and other items on cloudy and windless days.
Dual automatically cross fed fuel, potable (clean) and gray water tanks to help trim the boat.
There's more but it's to many to list other than wind and solar power generators plus an at least 10 battery fully automated power storage system.
I really envy his lifestyle.
A big salute from this Coast Guard Aviation Veteran to him.
Like to know his Rate and Rank.
What a great boat! Beyond being so neat and clean it is just beautifully made and laid out. Much respect that you give up your berth to your folks when they visit. They brought you up right and it shows.
Love all that natural wood and the fact that is was put together in Taiwan where they have superior workmanship on boats in all sizes. Ill check now on the Ed Munk offshore yachts.
i lived aboard my 36 Uniflite Sportfish for 26 plus years in City Island , Bronx NY absolutely the BEST YEARS of My Life.. I truly miss it..
5 years Coast Guard 25 years Navy. Small boats are my life. I love the setup. Excellent work shipmate. We'll talk about the haircut offline.
My thoughts exactly. "that's not a regulation haircut, sailor!" I only spent 5.5 years on active duty, but I was an East Coast sailor.
great video young man, you should be very proud. At 67 I think back to owning 2 sailboats in my 20's and wanting to do just what you have done here. I took a different path with an RV and many times long for the solitude that living on a boat can bring. Smart to follow your dreams, wishing you well and thank you for serving in the Navy
Smart move there Sailor man, not completely cheaper than shore life, but you have a good handle on things and are learning more self sufficient living skills. I see you reside in San Diego Harbor area. very nice harbor. Stay with it, you will like it better than shore life.
And you’re so mature. I like that you didn’t say how much party on the boat like other people.
Thank you for your service sailor. I could listen to this young man's boat adventure stories all afternoon.
This is literally the best thing on UA-cam.
I've always wanted to do this. Congrats on appreciating the original craftsmanship of your vessel. Refreshing that a younger person is so sensible. Your parents must be very proud. Thank you for your service as well. 🙏👍💘
Living his dream...
Having a life..
Good for you, young man..
I was in an other country's navy too and you learn to live in sometimes cramped spaces , plus the military does give you a good dose of common sense and organization skills.!
Great video
You my friend are living the American dream. Enjoy, and thank you for you service. US NAVY Rocks. .
I can say only good things about what I saw and heard about you, your beautiful boat and your great life. Very inspiring. Your partner is a lucky person. You are quite a communicator, keep it up.
What an amazing home ! Love it. Young man, you are living many people's dream. Such a brave, awesome, and wise beyond your years young man. Safe travels❤
Bro I'm 57 years old due to things beyond my control I would be living where you're living right now you're obviously happy and I think it's really awesome that you're happy with what you've got I've subscribed keep up the good news and a good attitude
Your boat/home looks immaculate... and tidy. Mom must be proud~! Best wishes to you.
That was a great video! That boat looks just like the one my husband and I were going to buy when we were going to move to San Diego! Living on a boat in California, especially San Diego is a wonderful idea! This young navy man seems squared away! Hoorah!
Amazing. I’m so happy for you! Thank you for serving our nation! ❤️ I can see you are really at peace with this lifestyle.
💯 my friend.... I can tell you are an amazing awesome guy... Love the home... Love you spirit... And ty for serving... My father was in the Navy... CVN 65 ... Navy CB... !!!
Admirable and so cute how proud he is on his beautiful boat!!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Congratulations !!!
What can I say? That is awesome ... Damm I’m jealous. Your boat is perfect, so much freedom to travel. I was looking at a van, but watching this a boat looks great.
Well done young man. That’s a gorgeous boat.