From Gotham to isolated, code & debt-free West Texas estate


“Seven years ago John Wells sold his heavily-mortgaged home in upstate New York and bought 40 acres in West Texas for $8000. The area (Brewster County) is so isolated there are no codes or zoning restrictions so Wells built his own tiny home (in 9 days with $1600) relying on his set-building experience.

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Lutzs’ Floating Cabin

The cabin seen from above on the Lutzs' cliff stairs. It is free floating but anchored to the cliff by 3/4" steel cables. There's a gangplank and transition float with a bridge to shore.
The cabin seen from above on the Lutzs’ cliff stairs. It is free floating but anchored to the cliff by 3/4″ steel cables. There’s a gangplank and transition float with a bridge to shore.

“Who here hasn’t thought about the pleasures of going off the grid — the concept of removing oneself from the trappings of modern society, Thoreau-like, in favor of something a little simpler?

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