Welcome aboard Sailing Dog House!

We live and sail on a tiny 28 foot sailboat and now we are self-building a homestead in the Sonoran desert.

We’re walking into this homesteading thing with zero experience, just like we did with sailing. No bank loans, no heavy machinery, and just a little emotional help from our puppies.

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We offer stuff that are in useful in the desert, the sea, or your home. These handcrafted items fund our projects~

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  • How Opting Out Actually Works: Cochise County, AZ Owner-Builder Permit

    Cochise County offers an Owner-Builder Amendment, allowing self-builders to construct homes with alternative materials without traditional permits. Two options exist: one with limited review and inspections, and another with no oversight. This option is for individual builders seeking flexibility in construction while still adhering to some regulations like septic permits.

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  • We Bought 10 Acres of Desert to Build Our Dream Homestead — Here’s How We Found It | Chapter 3

    Hey Crew! When we searched for our land, we didn’t do it like most people. No scrolling through scenery, no daydreaming about mountain views or ocean sunsets. We centered our search on electric vehicle charging infrastructure and that’s how we ended up in the deserts of Southern Arizona. After four years living aboard Dog House,…

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