Living the Dream: Couple Sells Everything to Embrace Off-Grid Shed Life in Rural Georgia

John and Fin Kernohan’s bold decision to sell all their belongings for a life less ordinary, transitioning to an off-grid shed in rural Georgia, encapsulates a dream many only dare to imagine. As detailed in a New York Post article, their journey from city comforts to a 304-square-foot cabin showcases a remarkable shift towards minimalism and sustainability.

Meeting online in 2010 and marrying in 2012, the couple’s diverse backgrounds laid the foundation for this remarkable lifestyle change. Fin’s experience living in unconventional spaces like a narrowboat in Thailand melded with John’s readiness to leave his expansive Miami home, uniting them to pursue simplicity.

Their new place, a modest shed in Georgia acquired for $6,500, became their sanctuary. With an additional $6,000 investment, they transformed it into a space boasting a greenhouse bathroom and an outdoor kitchen with a koi pond. Initially, John had qualms about the limited space. Still, over time, he realized that being in a small space together was more what they enjoyed.

The Kernohans’ commitment to an eco-friendly lifestyle is evident in their adoption of solar and thermal energy, supplemented by a biogas system for cooking gas, in line with John’s hunting background.

Expanding their vision, they developed a 16-acre property with an $83,000 investment, creating diverse structures like yurts and tiny houses popularized on Airbnb. This enterprise serves as their primary source of income and allows them to live without the constraints of a mortgage.

Beyond their personal living space, the Kernohans have turned their property into a hub for those passionate about sustainable living, hosting festivals and workshops focused on off-grid lifestyles.

Every single morning when I get up, I’m like, ‘Man, I am living a dream — this is how I envisioned I’d live my life — Fin

Their story is a testament to the delights and usefulness of downsizing, proving that a fulfilling life doesn’t require traditional luxuries. It’s an inspiring narrative for those dreaming of a more spartan, more meaningful existence.

Source: New York Post